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Event:
CFC Tokyo 2
Date: Jan 22, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 21 losses; Sardon Heliogabale! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 6 losses; Valeri Vakhvakhishvili!
The judges for this bout are Kenichi Hosakawa, Yuuki Gou and Shigeki Fujiwara.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Vakhvakhishvili looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Heliogabale (0) vs (2) Vakhvakhishvili
Vakhvakhishvili content to control rather than advance.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Heliogabale is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Heliogabale wants to improve his position but Vakhvakhishvili is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Vakhvakhishvili sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Heliogabale trying to control from the bottom.
Vakhvakhishvili seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Heliogabale is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
Heliogabale trying to hold on to Vakhvakhishvili's head to control him but Vakhvakhishvili postures up.
Vakhvakhishvili content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Vakhvakhishvili's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to pass to full mount but Heliogabale defends it. #T3#
Heliogabale is trying to get back to full guard.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to pass the guard but Heliogabale defending well. #SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili looking for a submission but Heliogabale manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt.
Vakhvakhishvili preventing the sweep. #T4#
Heliogabale controlling Vakhvakhishvili's posture.
Vakhvakhishvili stays in close to Heliogabale's body and controls the position.
We've been hearing good reports from Heliogabale'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.
More stalling from Vakhvakhishvili.#T5#
Heliogabale pulls Vakhvakhishvili in close to his closed guard and prevents Vakhvakhishvili from doing any damage or advancing position.
Vakhvakhishvili controls from within his opponent's guard.
Vakhvakhishvili looking to pass the guard. #T6#
Heliogabale wants to sweep but no luck.
Heliogabale is adopting a defensive guard.
Vakhvakhishvili stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Heliogabale swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Heliogabale trying to keep a closed guard but Vakhvakhishvili is proving a slippery customer.
Heliogabale is adopting a defensive guard.#T7#
Heliogabale looking to hit a scissor sweep but Vakhvakhishvili is one step ahead there.
Heliogabale not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Vakhvakhishvili must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Heliogabale has Vakhvakhishvili pulled in close to control his posture. #T8#
Vakhvakhishvili postures up.
Vakhvakhishvili 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.
Heliogabale has his hands on Vakhvakhishvili's head, controlling the position.
Vakhvakhishvili looking to pass the guard.
Heliogabale trying to control the position here. #T9#
Heliogabale is trying to keep Vakhvakhishvili in close.
Heliogabale is controlling Vakhvakhishvili's posture.
Vakhvakhishvili pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Heliogabale is keeping the position for now. #T10#
Heliogabale looking for a sweep. Not yet Heliogabale, not yet.
Heliogabale controlling the position.
Vakhvakhishvili is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T11#
Heliogabale wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Heliogabale controls Vakhvakhishvili momentarily but Vakhvakhishvili frees himself.
Vakhvakhishvili sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T12#
Heliogabale pulls Vakhvakhishvili in close to his closed guard and prevents Vakhvakhishvili from doing any damage or advancing position.
Heliogabale is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Heliogabale is really struggling to control Vakhvakhishvili but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T13#
Heliogabale keeping moving, preventing Vakhvakhishvili from controlling successfully.
Vakhvakhishvili engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Heliogabale pulls Vakhvakhishvili in to control the position.
Vakhvakhishvili advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Heliogabale (0) vs (5) Vakhvakhishvili
Heliogabale is looking for a sweep.
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.#T14#
Heliogabale wants to control but Vakhvakhishvili postures up.
Heliogabale is letting Vakhvakhishvili control him for a moment.
Heliogabale is looking for a sweep.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Vakhvakhishvili working away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Heliogabale tries to improve position but can't.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vakhvakhishvili wins on points by 5 to 0.
During a confident post fight interview, Valeri Vakhvakhishvili thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CFC Tokyo 1
Date: Jan 15, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 5 losses; Valeri Vakhvakhishvili! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 3 losses; Helio Karelin!
The judges for this bout are Taro Takaoka, Yuuki Gou and Shirou Masuda.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Vakhvakhishvili closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Karelin did well to prevent Vakhvakhishvili getting side control. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Vakhvakhishvili (2) vs (0) Karelin
Karelin is looking to improve his position.
Karelin is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Karelin moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Karelin keeping moving, preventing Vakhvakhishvili from controlling successfully.
Vakhvakhishvili definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
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.
Karelin has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T1#
Karelin trying to keep a closed guard but Vakhvakhishvili is proving a slippery customer.
Karelin wants to sweep here but Vakhvakhishvili controlling him for the moment.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control the position from guard on top but Karelin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Karelin tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2##SUB2#
Karelin had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Vakhvakhishvili defends it easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Karelin controlling the position.
Karelin not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Karelin has control of Vakhvakhishvili's left arm, preventing Vakhvakhishvili from doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vakhvakhishvili pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Karelin is keeping the position for now. #T3#
Karelin trying to control the position.
Karelin wants to sweep here but Vakhvakhishvili controlling him for the moment.
Karelin manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Vakhvakhishvili manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vakhvakhishvili (2) vs (2) Karelin
Vakhvakhishvili has Karelin pulled in close to control his posture. #T4#
Karelin tries to free his leg and advance position but Vakhvakhishvili is retaining full guard.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to sweep here but Karelin controlling him for the moment.
Vakhvakhishvili can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Karelin controls the pace.
Vakhvakhishvili is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T5#
Karelin controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Karelin tries to free his leg and advance position but Vakhvakhishvili is retaining full guard.
Vakhvakhishvili is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to sweep but no luck. #T6#
Karelin tries to free his leg and advance position but Vakhvakhishvili is retaining full guard.
Vakhvakhishvili working a defensive guard here.
Karelin 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.
Vakhvakhishvili working a defensive guard but Karelin manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Vakhvakhishvili (2) vs (5) Karelin#T7#
Karelin taking a breather here.
Karelin working away.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to improve position but can't.
You can see the frustration on Vakhvakhishvili's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Karelin is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Vakhvakhishvili will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T8#
Vakhvakhishvili is looking to reverse the position.
Vakhvakhishvili is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
Karelin takes a little break here. Vakhvakhishvili wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#T9#
Karelin working away.
Karelin controls the position.
Vakhvakhishvili holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage.#T10#
Vakhvakhishvili wants to control but Karelin postures up.
Vakhvakhishvili is looking for a sweep.
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.
Karelin trying to control the position but Vakhvakhishvili is working away.
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to control Karelin's posture but Karelin avoids it. #T11#
Vakhvakhishvili tries to improve position but can't.
Vakhvakhishvili is letting Karelin control him for a moment.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Karelin wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Karelin controlling from side mount.
Vakhvakhishvili is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.#T12#
Vakhvakhishvili is letting Karelin control him for a moment.
Let's hope that Karelin 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.#T13#
Vakhvakhishvili controls the position for a moment.
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to control Karelin's posture but Karelin avoids it.
Vakhvakhishvili is looking to regain half guard here but Karelin keeps moving and retains side control. #T14#
Karelin controls the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vakhvakhishvili struggling a bit here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Karelin wins on points by 5 to 2. |
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Event:
CFC CG 710
Date: Dec 07, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 4 losses; Valeri Vakhvakhishvili! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 36 wins and 28 losses; Isaac Vernon!
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, Trevor Gratis and William Peck.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Vernon enables Vakhvakhishvili to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Vernon manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Vakhvakhishvili (2) vs (0) Vernon
Vernon 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: Vakhvakhishvili (2) vs (2) Vernon
Vakhvakhishvili is looking for a sweep. Vernon is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to control but Vernon is keeping busy.
Vernon keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to hold on to Vernon's head to control him but Vernon postures up.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to roll over but Vernon keeps him under control.
My spies in HELLCADEMY inform me that Vernon has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T1#
Vernon content to control rather than advance.
Vakhvakhishvili looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Vakhvakhishvili is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Vernon content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T2#
Vakhvakhishvili desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Vernon in particular looking to stall.
Vakhvakhishvili is looking to improve his position.
#T3#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Vernon in particular looking to stall.
Vernon passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Vakhvakhishvili (2) vs (5) Vernon
Vakhvakhishvili tries to hold on but Vernon pushes him away. #T4#
Vakhvakhishvili tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vakhvakhishvili is working hard here to advance 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.
Vakhvakhishvili 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: Vakhvakhishvili (2) vs (8) Vernon
Vernon biding his time, looking for the opening.
Vernon keeps control of the position as Vakhvakhishvili tries to break free.
#T5#
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control but not successfully.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to escape the position.
#T6#
Vernon controlling the position well here. Vakhvakhishvili rolled but Vernon kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#SUB2#
Vernon is looking for the choke from the back position but Vakhvakhishvili is controlling his hands well.
Vernon has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Vakhvakhishvili's body.
#T7#
Vakhvakhishvili tries to escape the position.
Vakhvakhishvili is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
It looks like Vernon 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.
Vernon struggling to keep hold of the position.
#T8#
Vernon controlling the position well here. Vakhvakhishvili rolled but Vernon kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vernon controlling the pace for now.
Vakhvakhishvili is working to get back to half guard.
#T9#
Vernon avoids the attempt from Vakhvakhishvili to control.
Vernon seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Vakhvakhishvili is holding on tight.
Vakhvakhishvili is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Vernon prevents Vakhvakhishvili from getting the reversal.
Vakhvakhishvili stops Vernon from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. #T10#
Vakhvakhishvili gets back to half guard.
Vernon wants to pass the guard but Vakhvakhishvili is defending well.
Vernon sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to roll over but Vernon keeps him under control.#T11#
The fighters are battling for position here. Vakhvakhishvili manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Vernon is stalling in the full guard.
Vernon passes into half guard.
Vernon looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T12#
Vakhvakhishvili is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Vernon jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Vakhvakhishvili (2) vs (11) Vernon
Vernon is looking to take a break and control but Vakhvakhishvili is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Vakhvakhishvili can't do much from the bottom here.
Vakhvakhishvili is looking to reverse the position.#T13#
Vakhvakhishvili can't do much from the bottom here.
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to escape the position but Vernon is controlling the position. #T14#
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to improve his position.
Vernon slows the pace down.
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vakhvakhishvili is not content to let Vernon control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vernon wins on points by 11 to 2.
Isaac Vernon made sure to mention his sponsor, Pulling Guard in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
CFC MM CG 4
Date: Nov 23, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 4 losses; Valeri Vakhvakhishvili! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Test LS!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Yves DeLean and Dillan Fox.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Vakhvakhishvili shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Vakhvakhishvili (2) vs (0) LS
LS wants to control but Vakhvakhishvili is keeping busy.
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.
LS controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #SUB2#
LS looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Well, if Vakhvakhishvili 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.
#T1#
LS tries to get to full guard but Vakhvakhishvili has control of the leg.
Vakhvakhishvili is controlling the pace.
#T2#
LS is pressing down on Vakhvakhishvili's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
LS pulls Vakhvakhishvili in close to prevent any damage.
Vakhvakhishvili controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
LS is trying to hold Vakhvakhishvili in close to prevent damage but Vakhvakhishvili has managed to pass into half guard.
Vakhvakhishvili prevents LS from improving his position.#T3#
LS wants to get back to full guard but Vakhvakhishvili has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Vakhvakhishvili (5) vs (0) LS
Vakhvakhishvili controlling from mount.
LS is trying desperately to improve position.
LS is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Vakhvakhishvili content just to control the position here.
LS keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Vakhvakhishvili wants to take LS's back here but LS is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Vakhvakhishvili avoids the attempt from LS to control.
Vakhvakhishvili takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Vakhvakhishvili looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
LS is squirming around, avoiding Vakhvakhishvili's attempts to control the action. #T5#
LS prevents Vakhvakhishvili from taking his back.
Vakhvakhishvili can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as LS is looking to escape.
LS can't escape the position.
#T6#
LS is just holding on here. Vakhvakhishvili manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Vakhvakhishvili (8) vs (0) LS
I really don't envy LS right now.
Vakhvakhishvili controlling from the back.
Vakhvakhishvili keeps control of the position as LS tries to break free.
LS is still trying to improve position.#T7#
LS trying to control the hands but Vakhvakhishvili breaks the grip.
Vakhvakhishvili has good solid back control here.
LS trying to control the hands but Vakhvakhishvili breaks the grip.
LS rolls, trying to escape but Vakhvakhishvili keeps control of the position.
Vakhvakhishvili just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T8#
Vakhvakhishvili controlling well, preventing LS from escaping the position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Vakhvakhishvili is riding his opponent, not letting LS buck him off.
LS trying to control the hands but Vakhvakhishvili breaks the grip.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure LS doesn't escape. #T9#
LS tries to escape but Vakhvakhishvili has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Good control from Vakhvakhishvili.
I really don't envy LS right now.
Vakhvakhishvili is riding his opponent, not letting LS buck him off. #T10#
I really don't envy LS right now.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
LS tries to break free.
LS trying to control the hands but Vakhvakhishvili won't let him.
Vakhvakhishvili keeps control of the position as LS tries to break free.
#T11#
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to stick to LS's back but LS is turning into Vakhvakhishvili. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Vakhvakhishvili's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by LS. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vakhvakhishvili (8) vs (2) LS
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control the position.
LS trying to control but Vakhvakhishvili is working from the bottom. #T12#
Vakhvakhishvili working a defensive guard but LS passes into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
LS slows the pace down in half guard.
LS trying to mount his opponent but Vakhvakhishvili defends it.
Vakhvakhishvili gets full guard.#T13#
LS trying to control but Vakhvakhishvili is working from the bottom.
LS pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vakhvakhishvili is keeping the position for now.
LS sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control the position.
#T14#
Vakhvakhishvili has LS pulled in close to control his posture.
LS is pushing down on Vakhvakhishvili's leg trying to pass to half guard. Vakhvakhishvili is fighting to maintain full guard but LS has managed to sneak the leg through.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
LS trying to control the action but Vakhvakhishvili is working from the bottom.
Vakhvakhishvili is trying is best to control the position here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vakhvakhishvili takes the fight on points by 8 to 2.
A very excited looking Valeri Vakhvakhishvili 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 43 (205lbs, D1): Finals - Round 2
Date: Nov 02, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 3 losses; Valeri Vakhvakhishvili! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 57 wins and 55 losses; Esteban Mondragon!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, Andrew Berry and Sam Margolis.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Vakhvakhishvili darts in looking for a takedown but Mondragon gets double underhooks and turns Vakhvakhishvili into the cage.
Mondragon tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Vakhvakhishvili goes for a takedown in the clinch but Mondragon prevents it.
Mondragon is defending well against a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Valeri Vakhvakhishvili. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Mondragon is trying to trip Vakhvakhishvili. He has hold of a leg but Vakhvakhishvili is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Mondragon persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Vakhvakhishvili (0) vs (2) Mondragon
Mondragon postures up.
Vakhvakhishvili looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Mondragon has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at HELLCADEMY. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mondragon slips nicely into half guard.#T1#
Vakhvakhishvili holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to control but Mondragon is keeping busy.
Mondragon takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the 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.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to control but Mondragon is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T2#
Mondragon works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Vakhvakhishvili (0) vs (5) Mondragon
Vakhvakhishvili is being controlled here.
You can see the frustration on Vakhvakhishvili's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to improve position but can't.
Mondragon working away.
You can see the frustration on Vakhvakhishvili's face as Mondragon controls the position. #T3#
Mondragon's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Mondragon wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vakhvakhishvili keeps working. #T4#
Vakhvakhishvili is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Vakhvakhishvili looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mondragon controls the position.
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to control Mondragon's posture but Mondragon avoids it. #T5#
Vakhvakhishvili tries to improve position but can't.
Mondragon taking a breather here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T6#
Vakhvakhishvili wants to control but Mondragon postures up.
Mondragon takes a little break here. Vakhvakhishvili wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to bench press Mondragon off him but Mondragon keeps the position. #T7#
Vakhvakhishvili is holding Mondragon down, trying to stall.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to buck Mondragon off but Mondragon is having none of it.
Vakhvakhishvili is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Vakhvakhishvili has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Mondragon is working away from the top position though.
Vakhvakhishvili keeping hold of Mondragon's head, controlling as best he can. #T8#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to roll over but Mondragon keeps him under control.
Mondragon content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T9#
Mondragon trying to pass the guard but Vakhvakhishvili defending well.
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to control but Mondragon manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Vakhvakhishvili (0) vs (8) Mondragon
Mondragon tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Mondragon avoids the attempt from Vakhvakhishvili to control.#T10#
Mondragon controlling his opponent.
Let's hope that Mondragon 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.
Mondragon looking to control but Vakhvakhishvili is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Mondragon moves to back control. Score +3 for taking back: Vakhvakhishvili (0) vs (11) Mondragon#T11#
Vakhvakhishvili wants to control his opponent's hands but Mondragon gets his hands free.
Mondragon is riding his opponent, not letting Vakhvakhishvili buck him off.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to escape but Mondragon has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T12#
A bit of a pause in the action here. Mondragon controlling the positon.
Vakhvakhishvili can't escape the position.
What can Vakhvakhishvili do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Mondragon keeps control of the position as Vakhvakhishvili tries to break free.
#T13#
Mondragon controlling from the back.#T14#
Vakhvakhishvili turns into Mondragon and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vakhvakhishvili (2) vs (11) Mondragon
Mondragon wants to sweep here but Vakhvakhishvili controlling him for the moment.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Vakhvakhishvili stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mondragon swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vakhvakhishvili postures up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mondragon wins on points by 11 to 2.
Esteban Mondragon thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
TWGC 43 (205lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Nov 01, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 2 losses; Elrey Dorado! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 3 losses; Valeri Vakhvakhishvili!
The judges for this bout are Paul Tew, James Glass and Andrew Berry.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Vakhvakhishvili drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Dorado (0) vs (4) Vakhvakhishvili
Dorado is looking to regain half guard here but Vakhvakhishvili keeps moving and retains side control.
Dorado is holding Vakhvakhishvili down, trying to stall.
Dorado is trying to control Vakhvakhishvili's posture but Vakhvakhishvili avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dorado tries to improve position but can't. #T1#
Vakhvakhishvili wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dorado keeps working.
Vakhvakhishvili controls the position.
Vakhvakhishvili working away.
Vakhvakhishvili is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Dorado will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Dorado struggling a bit here.#T2#
Vakhvakhishvili wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dorado keeps working.
Vakhvakhishvili working away.
Vakhvakhishvili controlling from side mount. #T3#
Vakhvakhishvili working away.
Dorado tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Vakhvakhishvili wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Vakhvakhishvili controls the position.
Dorado is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Vakhvakhishvili's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Well, if Vakhvakhishvili 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.
#T4#
Dorado is trying to get back to full guard.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to pass the guard but Dorado defending well. #T5##SUB#
Dorado is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Vakhvakhishvili pulls his head out easily.
Vakhvakhishvili prevents Dorado from improving his position.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control the pace. #T6#
Vakhvakhishvili wants to pass the guard but Dorado is defending well.
Dorado is looking to control Vakhvakhishvili's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Dorado avoid being mounted?
Vakhvakhishvili controlling the action here.
Dorado trying to control but Vakhvakhishvili postures up.
#T7#
Dorado moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
We've been informed that Vakhvakhishvili has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Dorado being controlled here, momentarily.
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.
Dorado is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Vakhvakhishvili not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T8#
Vakhvakhishvili wants to control from the top but Dorado keeps moving. #SUB#
Dorado working for a triangle but Vakhvakhishvili defends it easily.
Vakhvakhishvili being controlled here momentarily. #T9#
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control but Dorado is working from the bottom.
Vakhvakhishvili is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dorado managing to control the position. #T10#
Vakhvakhishvili passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Dorado (0) vs (7) Vakhvakhishvili
Vakhvakhishvili happy to just control the position for now.
Dorado is trying to control Vakhvakhishvili's posture but Vakhvakhishvili avoids it. #T11#
The referee asks Vakhvakhishvili politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Vakhvakhishvili prefers to stall for the moment though.
Dorado gets back to half guard.
Dorado is looking to improve his position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T12#
Dorado trying to control but Vakhvakhishvili postures up.
Dorado tries to roll over but Vakhvakhishvili keeps him under control.
Dorado is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Convicted Fight Club, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Dorado is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#T13#
Dorado tries to roll over but Vakhvakhishvili keeps him under control.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control the pace.
The fighters are battling for position here. Dorado manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T14#
Vakhvakhishvili stands and throws Dorado's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Dorado (0) vs (10) Vakhvakhishvili
Vakhvakhishvili wants to control but Dorado is keeping him busy.
Vakhvakhishvili in side control, just content to control the action for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dorado wants to control but Vakhvakhishvili postures up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vakhvakhishvili wins on points by 10 to 0.
A relieved looking Valeri Vakhvakhishvili 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:
TWGC 43 (205lbs, D1): London Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Oct 24, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 3 losses; Valeri Vakhvakhishvili! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 15 losses; Benjamin Sisko!
The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, William Gold and Paul Tew.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Vakhvakhishvili stuffs the takedown.#TD#
Vakhvakhishvili looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Sisko! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Vakhvakhishvili (4) vs (0) Sisko
Vakhvakhishvili is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Sisko is holding Vakhvakhishvili down, trying to stall.
Sisko is positioning himself 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control the action but Sisko is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Vakhvakhishvili working away.
Sisko tries to buck Vakhvakhishvili off but Vakhvakhishvili is having none of it.
Vakhvakhishvili controlling the position from side mount. #T2#
Vakhvakhishvili wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sisko keeps working.
You can see the frustration on Sisko's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Sisko controls the position for a moment.
Vakhvakhishvili controls the position from side control.#T3#
Vakhvakhishvili'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.
Sisko sneaks back into half guard.#T4#
Vakhvakhishvili slows the pace down in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sisko wants to get back to full guard.#T5#
Vakhvakhishvili seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sisko keeps working. #SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Vakhvakhishvili stalling away here and it's allowed Sisko to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #T6#
Sisko wants to sweep here but Vakhvakhishvili controlling him for the moment.
Sisko pulls Vakhvakhishvili in to control the position.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to control from the top but Sisko keeps moving. #T7#
Vakhvakhishvili slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Sisko looking for a sweep. Not yet Sisko, not yet. #T8#
Sisko has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Vakhvakhishvili sitting in guard here, content to control.
Vakhvakhishvili seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Sisko for as long as he can get away with.
Sisko is pulling down on Vakhvakhishvili's head. It's preventing any offense from Vakhvakhishvili, at least for the moment.#T9#
Vakhvakhishvili is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Sisko has Vakhvakhishvili pulled in close to control his posture.
Our spies down at at HELLCADEMY inform us that Sisko has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T10#
Vakhvakhishvili tries to free his leg and advance position but Sisko is retaining full guard.
Sisko has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Sisko manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vakhvakhishvili (4) vs (2) Sisko
Vakhvakhishvili is pulling down on Sisko's head to control his posture. #T11#
Sisko showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Vakhvakhishvili holds on and takes a little breather.
Sisko wants to control from the top but Vakhvakhishvili keeps moving. #T12#
Sisko pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vakhvakhishvili is keeping the position for now.
Vakhvakhishvili is pulling down on Sisko's head. It's preventing any offense from Sisko, at least for the moment.
Sisko 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.
Vakhvakhishvili looking for a sweep. Not yet Vakhvakhishvili, not yet. #T13#
Sisko looking to pass the guard.
Vakhvakhishvili looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Sisko preventing the sweep.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control the position.
#T14#
Sisko not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to control the position but Sisko postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vakhvakhishvili managing to control the position.
Vakhvakhishvili is looking to sweep but instead, Sisko has passed into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vakhvakhishvili takes the fight on points by 4 to 2.
After winning the bout, Valeri Vakhvakhishvili 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:
TWGC 43 (205lbs, D1): London Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Oct 23, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 41 wins and 22 losses; Dani Gerbandi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 3 losses; Valeri Vakhvakhishvili!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, Phil Schofield and Donald Grub.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Vakhvakhishvili darts in looking for a takedown but Gerbandi gets double underhooks and turns Vakhvakhishvili into the cage.
Gerbandi tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Vakhvakhishvili manages to circle out of the way.
Vakhvakhishvili throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Gerbandi's waist but Gerbandi gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Vakhvakhishvili off to one side. #TD#
Gerbandi fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Vakhvakhishvili sprawls well initially but Gerbandi persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gerbandi (2) vs (0) Vakhvakhishvili
Gerbandi trying to control from Vakhvakhishvili's half guard. Vakhvakhishvili has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Gerbandi is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gerbandi stopping the sweep attempt from Vakhvakhishvili.
Gerbandi pushing down on Vakhvakhishvili's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T1#
Vakhvakhishvili slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Vakhvakhishvili 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.
Gerbandi trying to control but Vakhvakhishvili is working from the bottom.
Vakhvakhishvili being controlled here, momentarily.
Gerbandi trying to control but Vakhvakhishvili is working from the bottom.
Gerbandi engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T2#
Gerbandi'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.
Vakhvakhishvili keeping full guard, as Gerbandi tries to pass.
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T3#
Gerbandi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gerbandi looking to sit in guard and control but Vakhvakhishvili gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gerbandi (2) vs (2) Vakhvakhishvili#SUB#
Gerbandi escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Vakhvakhishvili gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Gerbandi wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #SUB#
Gerbandi looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T4#
Vakhvakhishvili wants to control from the top but Gerbandi keeps moving.
Gerbandi pulls Vakhvakhishvili in close to his closed guard and prevents Vakhvakhishvili from doing any damage or advancing position.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gerbandi wants to sweep but no luck.
Gerbandi is trying to keep Vakhvakhishvili in close.
Gerbandi 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.#T5##SUB#
Gerbandi throws his legs up looking for a submission but Vakhvakhishvili uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Gerbandi (2) vs (5) Vakhvakhishvili
Gerbandi struggling a bit here.
Gerbandi tries to bench press Vakhvakhishvili off him but Vakhvakhishvili keeps the position. #SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Gerbandi, who protects the arm well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Gerbandi tries to buck Vakhvakhishvili off but Vakhvakhishvili is having none of it.#T6#
Vakhvakhishvili takes a little break here. Gerbandi wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Gerbandi is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gerbandi keeps working.
Gerbandi manages to work his way to half guard, despite Vakhvakhishvili's best efforts.
Vakhvakhishvili prevents Gerbandi from improving his position.#T7#
Gerbandi wants to control but Vakhvakhishvili passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Gerbandi (2) vs (8) Vakhvakhishvili
We've been informed that Vakhvakhishvili has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Gerbandi wants to control but Vakhvakhishvili postures up.
Gerbandi manages to work his way to half guard, despite Vakhvakhishvili's best efforts.
Gerbandi wants to get back to full guard.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to pass the guard but Gerbandi defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gerbandi gets back to full guard.
#T8#
Vakhvakhishvili being controlled here momentarily.
Gerbandi manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Vakhvakhishvili manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gerbandi (4) vs (8) Vakhvakhishvili
Gerbandi tries to free his leg and advance position but Vakhvakhishvili is retaining full guard.
Gerbandi looking to sit in guard and control but Vakhvakhishvili gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gerbandi (4) vs (10) Vakhvakhishvili
Vakhvakhishvili pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gerbandi is keeping the position for now. #T9##SUB#
Gerbandi working for submissions but it's allowed Vakhvakhishvili to get to half guard.
Vakhvakhishvili seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gerbandi keeps working.
Gerbandi makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Gerbandi.#SUB#
Gerbandi throws his legs up looking for a submission but Vakhvakhishvili uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Gerbandi (4) vs (13) Vakhvakhishvili#T10#
Gerbandi gets back to half guard.
Gerbandi works his way to full guard. Good work.
Gerbandi wants to control the position but Vakhvakhishvili says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Gerbandi is trying to get back to full guard.
Gerbandi wants to control but Vakhvakhishvili is keeping busy.
Gerbandi wants to get back to full guard.#T11#
Gerbandi trying to control but Vakhvakhishvili postures up.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control from half guard but Gerbandi is working away.
Gerbandi is doing well to control the position and prevent Vakhvakhishvili from advancing to side control.
Gerbandi is trying to get back to full guard.
Vakhvakhishvili moves into full mount! Gerbandi won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Gerbandi (4) vs (16) Vakhvakhishvili#T12#
Gerbandi is trying desperately to improve position.
Vakhvakhishvili controlling the position easily from mount.
Gerbandi is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T13#
Vakhvakhishvili sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Gerbandi tries to hold on but Vakhvakhishvili postures up.#T14#
Gerbandi is desperately trying to improve his position but Vakhvakhishvili has a good base and remains in mount.
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to take his opponent's back.
Gerbandi is wriggling around trying to escape.
Vakhvakhishvili takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Vakhvakhishvili avoids the attempt from Gerbandi to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gerbandi keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vakhvakhishvili wins on points by 16 to 4.
After winning the bout, Valeri Vakhvakhishvili 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:
CFC CG LV 3
Date: Oct 05, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 3 losses; Valeri Vakhvakhishvili! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Test LS!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Daniel Franklin and Tiny Johnson.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
LS moves into range and clinches up with Vakhvakhishvili.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that LS has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
LS drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Vakhvakhishvili can't get the takedown.
Vakhvakhishvili is looking to take this one to the mat.#TD2#
LS pulls Vakhvakhishvili into guard.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Vakhvakhishvili won't allow LS to sweep him here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to free his leg and advance position but LS is retaining full guard. #T1#
Vakhvakhishvili won't allow LS to sweep him here.
Vakhvakhishvili's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Vakhvakhishvili has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
LS not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
LS is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
LS tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2#
Vakhvakhishvili content to stall in guard here.
LS wants to sweep but no luck.
LS looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Vakhvakhishvili won't allow LS to sweep him here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Vakhvakhishvili 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.
LS has control of Vakhvakhishvili's left arm, preventing Vakhvakhishvili from doing any damage.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control but LS is working from the bottom.
LS tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Vakhvakhishvili engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T4#
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control the position from guard on top but LS is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
LS trying to keep a closed guard but Vakhvakhishvili is proving a slippery customer.
Vakhvakhishvili looking to pass the guard.
LS not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T5#
LS 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: Vakhvakhishvili (0) vs (2) LS
Vakhvakhishvili tries to get to full guard but LS has control of the leg.
LS controlling the action here.
Vakhvakhishvili is looking for a sweep. LS is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
LS content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T6#
Vakhvakhishvili makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Vakhvakhishvili.
LS trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
LS controlling from the top position.
LS postures up.
#T7#
LS is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
LS wants to control from the top but Vakhvakhishvili keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
LS controls from within his opponent's guard.
Vakhvakhishvili keeping moving, preventing LS from controlling successfully. #T8#
LS looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
LS pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vakhvakhishvili is keeping the position for now.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to sweep but no luck. #T9#
Vakhvakhishvili wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Vakhvakhishvili 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: Vakhvakhishvili (2) vs (2) LS
LS is not content to let Vakhvakhishvili control the position.
Vakhvakhishvili is taking a breather. LS 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.
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.
LS preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #T10#
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control from half guard but LS is working away.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control the pace.
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to control. LS wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T11#
LS wants to control but Vakhvakhishvili is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. LS doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Vakhvakhishvili.
LS wants to improve his position but Vakhvakhishvili is controlling well.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to mount his opponent but LS defends it. #T12#
LS tries to roll over but Vakhvakhishvili keeps him under control.
LS is trying to maintain the position but Vakhvakhishvili is very close to passing his half guard.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to pass to full mount but LS defends it. #T13#
LS is looking for a sweep. Vakhvakhishvili is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
LS trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Vakhvakhishvili (5) vs (2) LS
Vakhvakhishvili can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as LS is looking to escape.
LS is in all sorts of trouble here.
LS stops Vakhvakhishvili from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. #T14#
LS tries to improve his position but instead Vakhvakhishvili has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Vakhvakhishvili (8) vs (2) LS
Vakhvakhishvili is hanging on to LS's back as he tries to escape.
Vakhvakhishvili struggling to keep hold of the position.
Vakhvakhishvili looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#SUB#
LS defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Vakhvakhishvili is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
You can see the frustration on LS's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vakhvakhishvili takes the fight on points by 8 to 2.
Valeri Vakhvakhishvili thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CFC CG 47
Date: Sep 28, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 3 losses; Valeri Vakhvakhishvili! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Psiris Fuhren!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Yves DeLean and Dillan Fox.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Vakhvakhishvili misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Vakhvakhishvili shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Fuhren sprawls well. Fuhren wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Vakhvakhishvili gets slowly back to his feet.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Vakhvakhishvili is defended easily by Fuhren.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Valeri Vakhvakhishvili. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Fuhren moves into the clinch successfully.
Vakhvakhishvili gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Fuhren.
Vakhvakhishvili is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Fuhren is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fuhren tries for a takedown. No joy.
Fuhren drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Vakhvakhishvili gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Fuhren is looking to take this one to the mat.#TD#
Vakhvakhishvili has picked Fuhren up - he's going for a ride! Vakhvakhishvili dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Vakhvakhishvili (2) vs (0) Fuhren
Fuhren keeping hold of Vakhvakhishvili's head, controlling as best he can. #T1#
Fuhren wants to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vakhvakhishvili performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Fuhren is positioning himself well to prevent Vakhvakhishvili advancing to mount.
Fuhren has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Silverback MMA ðŸ¦. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to pass to full mount but Fuhren defends it.
Fuhren controlling the position for now.#T2#
Vakhvakhishvili stalling. #T3#
Fuhren trying to control but Vakhvakhishvili postures up.
Vakhvakhishvili looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Vakhvakhishvili is looking to take a break and control but Fuhren is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Vakhvakhishvili sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Fuhren wants to improve his position but Vakhvakhishvili is controlling well.
#T4#
Vakhvakhishvili content to control rather than advance.
Fuhren is looking to improve his position.
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to control the action in half guard but Fuhren is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fuhren tries to get to full guard but Vakhvakhishvili has control of the leg.
Fuhren is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Fuhren trying to control but Vakhvakhishvili postures up.
#T5#
Fuhren tries to get to full guard but Vakhvakhishvili has control of the leg.
Vakhvakhishvili stalling.
Fuhren trying to hold on to Vakhvakhishvili's head to control him but Vakhvakhishvili postures up.
Fuhren tries to roll over but Vakhvakhishvili keeps him under control.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to pass the guard but Fuhren defending well. #T6#
Fuhren controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Vakhvakhishvili keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to take a breather but Fuhren is having none of it.
Fuhren wants to get back to full guard.
Vakhvakhishvili is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T7#
Fuhren is in trouble now - Vakhvakhishvili has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Vakhvakhishvili (5) vs (0) Fuhren
Fuhren is looking to get to half guard.
Vakhvakhishvili seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Fuhren is holding on tight.
Fuhren is wriggling around trying to escape.
Vakhvakhishvili sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Fuhren gets back to half guard.#T8#
Fuhren is controlling Vakhvakhishvili's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Vakhvakhishvili is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Fuhren is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Fuhren desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Fuhren wants to control but Vakhvakhishvili is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T9#
Fuhren tries to get to full guard but Vakhvakhishvili has control of the leg.
Fuhren wants to control but Vakhvakhishvili is keeping busy.
Fuhren wants to get back to full guard.
Vakhvakhishvili works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Vakhvakhishvili (8) vs (0) Fuhren
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
Fuhren is not content to let Vakhvakhishvili control the position. #T10#
Fuhren is looking to reverse the position.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control the position but Fuhren is working away.
Fuhren is looking for a sweep.
A lull in the action here as Vakhvakhishvili stalls from top position.#T11#
Vakhvakhishvili working away.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to control but Fuhren is keeping him busy.
Fuhren sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Fuhren wants to get back to full guard.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to control but Fuhren is keeping him busy.
Fuhren wants to improve his position but Vakhvakhishvili is controlling well.
#T12#
Vakhvakhishvili looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Fuhren moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Vakhvakhishvili sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Vakhvakhishvili seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Fuhren for as long as he can get away with.#T13#
Vakhvakhishvili preventing the sweep.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to free his leg and advance position but Fuhren is retaining full guard.
Fuhren tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Fuhren working a defensive guard here.
Fuhren looking to hit a scissor sweep but Vakhvakhishvili is one step ahead there.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control the position from guard on top but Fuhren is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T14#
Vakhvakhishvili is stalling in the full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Fuhren wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Vakhvakhishvili is now in half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vakhvakhishvili takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
An out of breath Valeri Vakhvakhishvili thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Psiris Fuhren spoke after the fight, saying 'Legends never die.'. |
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Event:
TWGC 42 (185lbs, D2): Finals - Round 3
Date: Sep 21, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 0 losses; Hideki Nakamura! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 3 losses; Valeri Vakhvakhishvili!
The judges for this bout are Franklyn Lucas, Columbo Gatti and John Roberts.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Nakamura moves into the clinch.
Nakamura tries to score a body lock takedown but Vakhvakhishvili shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#TD#
Nakamura has hold of one of Vakhvakhishvili's legs. Vakhvakhishvili is fighting the takedown attempt but Nakamura gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Nakamura (2) vs (0) Vakhvakhishvili
Nakamura stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Vakhvakhishvili swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Vakhvakhishvili seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Vakhvakhishvili is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Vakhvakhishvili looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nakamura is one step ahead there.
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to control the position but Nakamura postures up. #T2#
Nakamura slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Nakamura is looking to pass into half guard but Vakhvakhishvili pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Vakhvakhishvili is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nakamura (2) vs (2) Vakhvakhishvili
Nakamura seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
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.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control the position from guard on top but Nakamura is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Vakhvakhishvili forces his way into half guard.
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to control the action in half guard but Nakamura is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Nakamura is concentrating on defense, preventing Vakhvakhishvili from advancing position.
Vakhvakhishvili slows the pace down in half guard.
Vakhvakhishvili frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Nakamura (2) vs (5) Vakhvakhishvili#T4#
Vakhvakhishvili content just to control the position here.
Let's hope that Vakhvakhishvili 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.
Nakamura is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Vakhvakhishvili takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T5#
Vakhvakhishvili fails to take his opponent's back.
Nakamura keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Vakhvakhishvili looking to control and managing it successfully. #SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Nakamura is surviving well by controlling Vakhvakhishvili's body position as best he can. #T6#
Vakhvakhishvili controlling the pace for now.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control but he's not successful this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vakhvakhishvili controlling his opponent.
Vakhvakhishvili works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Nakamura (2) vs (8) Vakhvakhishvili#T7#
Vakhvakhishvili keeps control of the position as Nakamura tries to break free.
Vakhvakhishvili has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Nakamura's body.
It looks like Vakhvakhishvili 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.
Well, with Vakhvakhishvili on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Nakamura is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Vakhvakhishvili's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T8#
Nakamura looking very determined here, making life difficult for Vakhvakhishvili.
Nakamura is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Vakhvakhishvili.
Nakamura breaks Vakhvakhishvili's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nakamura (4) vs (8) Vakhvakhishvili
Nakamura postures up.
Nakamura stopping the sweep attempt from Vakhvakhishvili.#T9#
Vakhvakhishvili controlling Nakamura's posture.
Nakamura pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vakhvakhishvili is keeping the position for now.
Nakamura trying to control the position from guard on top but Vakhvakhishvili is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control the position.
#T10#
Vakhvakhishvili seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Nakamura is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Vakhvakhishvili has his hands on Nakamura's head, controlling the position.
Vakhvakhishvili not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T11#
Nakamura sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Nakamura pushes down on Vakhvakhishvili's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control here.
#T12#
Nakamura not doing much here.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to hold on to Nakamura's head to control him but Nakamura postures up.
Vakhvakhishvili desperately trying to maintain half guard. #T13#
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control but Nakamura postures up.
Vakhvakhishvili is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Nakamura jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Nakamura (7) vs (8) Vakhvakhishvili
Nakamura is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T14#
Vakhvakhishvili is looking for a sweep.
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to control Nakamura's posture but Nakamura avoids it.
Nakamura controlling the position from side mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Vakhvakhishvili wins on points by 8 to 7.
Valeri Vakhvakhishvili is the new middleweight champion!
After winning the bout, Valeri Vakhvakhishvili 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:
TWGC 42 (185lbs, D2): Finals - Round 2
Date: Sep 20, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Antonio Barbosa! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 3 losses; Valeri Vakhvakhishvili!
The judges for this bout are Russell Pearce, Steve Montenegro and Dean Styles.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Barbosa slaps away a takedown attempt from Vakhvakhishvili, before circling back to the center of the mat.#TD2#
Vakhvakhishvili throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Barbosa was covering up waiting for the punch and Vakhvakhishvili finishes the takedown easily into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Barbosa (0) vs (2) Vakhvakhishvili
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Barbosa keeping full guard, as Vakhvakhishvili tries to pass.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control the position from guard on top but Barbosa is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barbosa can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Vakhvakhishvili controls the pace.#T1#
Vakhvakhishvili trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Barbosa is pulling down on Vakhvakhishvili's head to control his posture.
Vakhvakhishvili controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T2#
Vakhvakhishvili passes Barbosa's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Barbosa tries to roll over but Vakhvakhishvili keeps him under control.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control the pace. #T3#
Vakhvakhishvili is thwarting Barbosa's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Barbosa defends it well.
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.
Barbosa is looking for a sweep. Vakhvakhishvili is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
Vakhvakhishvili has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Barbosa (0) vs (5) Vakhvakhishvili
Vakhvakhishvili can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Barbosa is looking to escape.
Vakhvakhishvili takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T5#
Vakhvakhishvili wants to control the pace but Barbosa is squirming around nicely.
Barbosa is desperately trying to improve his position but Vakhvakhishvili has a good base and remains in mount.
Vakhvakhishvili controlling the position easily from mount. #T6#
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to take his opponent's back.
Vakhvakhishvili controlling his opponent.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to take Barbosa's back here but Barbosa is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
#T7#
Vakhvakhishvili controlling from mount.
Barbosa tries to hold on but Vakhvakhishvili postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vakhvakhishvili controlling from the full mount.
Barbosa wants to hold on but Vakhvakhishvili pushes him away.#T8#
Vakhvakhishvili controlling the pace for now.
Vakhvakhishvili looking to control but Barbosa is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Barbosa tries to hold on but Vakhvakhishvili pushes him away.
Vakhvakhishvili controlling the pace for now.
Barbosa stops Vakhvakhishvili from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. #T9#
Barbosa working to try and regain half guard.
Vakhvakhishvili controlling the position easily from mount.
It looks like Vakhvakhishvili 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.#T10#
Vakhvakhishvili can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Barbosa is looking to escape.
Vakhvakhishvili content just to control the position here. #T11#
Barbosa doing his best to control the position. Can he escape?
Vakhvakhishvili avoids the attempt from Barbosa to control.#T12#
Vakhvakhishvili controlling from the full mount.
Barbosa is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Barbosa is in all sorts of trouble here.
Vakhvakhishvili pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Vakhvakhishvili controlling from mount.
Well,Barbosa is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?#T13#
Barbosa wants to control but Vakhvakhishvili is having none of it.
Barbosa tries to reverse the position but Vakhvakhishvili maintains control.
Vakhvakhishvili controlling the pace for now. #T14#
Vakhvakhishvili's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Vakhvakhishvili 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!
Barbosa working to try and regain half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vakhvakhishvili wins on points by 5 to 0.
A victorious Valeri Vakhvakhishvili 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 42 (185lbs, D2): Finals - Round 1
Date: Sep 19, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 3 losses; Valeri Vakhvakhishvili! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Cathal Doherty!
The judges for this bout are Franklyn Lucas, Dean Styles and Jorge Garcia.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Vakhvakhishvili closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Doherty did well to prevent Vakhvakhishvili getting side control. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Vakhvakhishvili (2) vs (0) Doherty
Vakhvakhishvili wants to pass the guard but Doherty is defending well.
Vakhvakhishvili not doing much here.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to free his trapped foot but Doherty is holding on for dear life with his legs.
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.
Doherty tries to get to full guard but Vakhvakhishvili has control of the leg. #T1#
Vakhvakhishvili with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Doherty trying to control here.
Vakhvakhishvili works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Vakhvakhishvili (5) vs (0) Doherty
Vakhvakhishvili controlling the pace for now.
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.#T2#
Vakhvakhishvili has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Doherty tries to hold on but Vakhvakhishvili pushes him away. #T3#
Vakhvakhishvili sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Vakhvakhishvili seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Doherty for as long as he can get away with.#T4#
Doherty tries to lock up and control but Vakhvakhishvili gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Doherty tries to reverse the position but Vakhvakhishvili maintains control.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it. #T5#
Doherty can't escape the position.
#SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili has hold of Doherty's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Doherty manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Vakhvakhishvili takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Vakhvakhishvili manages to capitalize on a mistake by Doherty to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Vakhvakhishvili (8) vs (0) Doherty#T6#
Doherty can't escape the position.
Doherty trying to control the hands but Vakhvakhishvili breaks the grip.
Doherty is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili working for a choke but Doherty is defending well.
Vakhvakhishvili is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #T7##SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili tightening his grip on Doherty, looking for the choke.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to control but Doherty is keeping busy.#T8#
Doherty is trying to break free.
Vakhvakhishvili really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Doherty.#T9#
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control momentarily.
Vakhvakhishvili controlling well, preventing Doherty from escaping the position.
#SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili working for a choke but Doherty reverses nicely into Vakhvakhishvili 's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vakhvakhishvili (8) vs (2) Doherty
Vakhvakhishvili controlling the position.#T10#
This is a sustained period of stalling by Vakhvakhishvili.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to keep a closed guard but Doherty is proving a slippery customer.
Vakhvakhishvili looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T11#
Vakhvakhishvili not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Vakhvakhishvili has Doherty pulled in close to control his posture.
Doherty stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Vakhvakhishvili swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Vakhvakhishvili is pulling down on Doherty's head. It's preventing any offense from Doherty, at least for the moment.#T12#
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to control the position but Doherty postures up.
Doherty stopping the sweep attempt from Vakhvakhishvili.
Doherty stays in close to Vakhvakhishvili's body and controls the position. #T13#
Vakhvakhishvili is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Vakhvakhishvili looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Vakhvakhishvili'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.
Vakhvakhishvili continues to stall.#T14#
Doherty sitting in guard here, content to control.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Doherty controlling from the top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vakhvakhishvili wants to sweep but no luck.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vakhvakhishvili takes the fight on points by 8 to 2.
Valeri Vakhvakhishvili thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
TWGC 42 (185lbs, D2): Amsterdam Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Sep 11, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Emanuel Le Delma! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 3 losses; Valeri Vakhvakhishvili!
The judges for this bout are Nard Betker, Albert Achterberg and Paulsen Ambrosius.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Le Delma clinches.
Le Delma gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Vakhvakhishvili.
#TD#
Le Delma jumps guard and drags Vakhvakhishvili to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Vakhvakhishvili pushing down on Le Delma's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Le Delma wants to control but Vakhvakhishvili is keeping busy.
Vakhvakhishvili is taking a breather. Le Delma 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.
Le Delma wants to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vakhvakhishvili passes into side control, despite Le Delma's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Le Delma (0) vs (3) Vakhvakhishvili
Le Delma struggling a bit here.
Le Delma is trying to get back to half guard.#T1#
Le Delma is trying to escape the position but Vakhvakhishvili is controlling the position.
Vakhvakhishvili working away.
A lull in the action here.#T2##SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
You can see the frustration on Le Delma's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The referee asks Vakhvakhishvili politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Vakhvakhishvili prefers to stall for the moment though.#T3#
Le Delma tries to bench press Vakhvakhishvili off him but Vakhvakhishvili keeps the position.
Vakhvakhishvili controls the position from side control.
Le Delma struggling a bit here.
Le Delma manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Le Delma trying to get back to full guard but Vakhvakhishvili takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Le Delma (0) vs (6) Vakhvakhishvili
Vakhvakhishvili sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T4#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Le Delma has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Le Delma (0) vs (9) Vakhvakhishvili
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Vakhvakhishvili keeps control of the position as Le Delma tries to break free.
Vakhvakhishvili controlling from the back.
Le Delma might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Vakhvakhishvili is not going to allow Le Delma to sit and survive in this position. #T5#
Vakhvakhishvili biding his time, controlling Le Delma.
Well, with Vakhvakhishvili on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Le Delma is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Le Delma trying to control but not successfully.
Le Delma controlling the position well but he knows he's in a bad spot.
You can see the frustration on Le Delma's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Vakhvakhishvili controls the action.#T6#
I really don't envy Le Delma right now.
Le Delma trying to control the action but Vakhvakhishvili just sinks the hooks in.
Le Delma can't escape the position.
Le Delma is working hard here to advance position.
Le Delma is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
#T7#
It looks like Vakhvakhishvili 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.#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili working for the choke.
Vakhvakhishvili really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Le Delma.#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili looking to break Le Delma's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Le Delma remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Vakhvakhishvili will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#T8#
Vakhvakhishvili biding his time, controlling Le Delma.
Vakhvakhishvili is hanging on to Le Delma's back as he tries to escape.
Le Delma trying to control the hands but Vakhvakhishvili won't let him.
Vakhvakhishvili is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #T9#
Le Delma is trying to break free.
Vakhvakhishvili not allowing Le Delma to control his hands.
Vakhvakhishvili has good solid back control here. #SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Le Delma knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Le Delma for a finish.
Le Delma wants to control his opponent's hands but Vakhvakhishvili gets his hands free.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T10##SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili has got one arm under Le Delma's chin. This could be trouble... Le Delma trying to control the other hand but Vakhvakhishvili gets it free and sqeezes tight - just a matter of time now! Yep, Le Delma has tapped out! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Valeri Vakhvakhishvili!
Valeri Vakhvakhishvili thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
TWGC 42 (185lbs, D2): Amsterdam Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Sep 10, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Shahriyar Chai! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 3 losses; Valeri Vakhvakhishvili!
The judges for this bout are Saam Ante, Albert Achterberg and Nard Betker.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Vakhvakhishvili shoots in but Chai avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Vakhvakhishvili will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Chai is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Vakhvakhishvili.
Vakhvakhishvili shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Chai as he jumps to the side.
Shahriyar Chai has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Valeri Vakhvakhishvili.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Vakhvakhishvili.
Vakhvakhishvili has a takedown stuffed.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Chai. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Chai (4) vs (0) Vakhvakhishvili
Chai taking a breather here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Vakhvakhishvili looking for a sweep but Chai has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Chai (6) vs (0) Vakhvakhishvili
Vakhvakhishvili wants to hold on but Chai pushes him away.
Chai wants to take Vakhvakhishvili's back but he can't do it this time.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to hold on but Chai pushes him away.#T2#
Chai wants to take Vakhvakhishvili's back here but Vakhvakhishvili is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
#SUB#
Chai goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Vakhvakhishvili is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chai (6) vs (2) Vakhvakhishvili
Vakhvakhishvili 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.
Vakhvakhishvili won't allow Chai to sweep him here.
Chai looking to control.
#T3#
Chai has control of Vakhvakhishvili's left arm, preventing Vakhvakhishvili from doing any damage.
Chai has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Vakhvakhishvili controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control the position from guard on top but Chai 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.#T4#
Chai wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Chai wants to sweep here but Vakhvakhishvili controlling him for the moment.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control but Chai is working from the bottom.
Vakhvakhishvili stopping the sweep attempt from Chai.
Chai can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Vakhvakhishvili controls the pace.#T5#
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control but Chai is working from the bottom.
We've been informed that Vakhvakhishvili has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Chai is pulling down on Vakhvakhishvili's head. It's preventing any offense from Vakhvakhishvili, at least for the moment.
Chai wants to hit a sweep here but Vakhvakhishvili passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Chai there! Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (6) vs (5) Vakhvakhishvili#T6#
Vakhvakhishvili moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Chai (6) vs (8) Vakhvakhishvili
Chai is in bad spot here.
Good control from Vakhvakhishvili.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control momentarily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T7#
Chai wants to control his opponent's hands but Vakhvakhishvili gets his hands free.
Vakhvakhishvili really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Chai.
Chai is really stuck here.
#T8#
Vakhvakhishvili biding his time, controlling Chai.
Chai can't escape the position.
Chai tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Vakhvakhishvili tries to control but Chai wriggling away. #T9#
Vakhvakhishvili takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Vakhvakhishvili moves to the back. Score +3 for taking back: Chai (6) vs (11) Vakhvakhishvili#T10#
Vakhvakhishvili gets his hands free as Chai looks to control. #SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili working for a choke but Chai is defending well.
Vakhvakhishvili controls the action.
Chai is in bad spot here.
#T11#
Vakhvakhishvili is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to control but Chai is keeping busy.
Vakhvakhishvili just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T12#
Vakhvakhishvili is hanging on to Chai's back as he tries to escape.
Chai trying to control the position but Vakhvakhishvili manages to sink in the hooks.
Chai rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to control but Chai is keeping him busy.
The fighters are battling for position here. Chai manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Chai tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T13#
Chai pulls Vakhvakhishvili in close to prevent any damage.
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.
Vakhvakhishvili is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Chai is adopting a defensive guard.
Chai wants to control the position but Vakhvakhishvili says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #T14#
Vakhvakhishvili is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to free his trapped foot but Chai is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Vakhvakhishvili wins on points by 11 to 6.
Our winner, Valeri Vakhvakhishvili, 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:
CFC CG 30
Date: Jul 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 Montreal, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 9 losses; Billy Riley! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 3 losses; Valeri Vakhvakhishvili!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Elvis Blanc and Alec Ball.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Riley feints and as Vakhvakhishvili raises his hands in defense, Riley changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Riley (2) vs (0) Vakhvakhishvili#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Riley is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Riley rolls with it to try and escape but Vakhvakhishvili cranks on the arm and Riley is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Valeri Vakhvakhishvili!
During a confident post fight interview, Valeri Vakhvakhishvili thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
In defeat, Billy Riley stepped up to the mic, saying 'Shiiiiiit'. |
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Event:
CFC CG 26
Date: Jul 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 Montreal, with a TWGC record of 51 wins and 51 losses; Esteban Mondragon! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 2 losses; Valeri Vakhvakhishvili!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Trevor Gratis and William Peck.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Vakhvakhishvili looks for a takedown but Mondragon sprawls well.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Mondragon. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Mondragon (4) vs (0) Vakhvakhishvili#SUB#
Mondragon tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Mondragon has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Mondragon is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Vakhvakhishvili has escaped the position, nice work there.
Vakhvakhishvili sneaks back into half guard.#SUB#
Mondragon is trying to work for a kimura but Vakhvakhishvili is defending well.
#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili actively working from the bottom here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Mondragon is trying to work for a kimura but Vakhvakhishvili is defending well.
#SUB#
Mondragon is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Vakhvakhishvili sees it coming and defends easily.#T1##SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Mondragon is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Vakhvakhishvili is just riding it out for now. Mondragon eventually gives up the hold.
Vakhvakhishvili moves into full guard.
#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Mondragon is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Mondragon drops back looking for a leg! Vakhvakhishvili is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Vakhvakhishvili manages to kick Mondragon off! Mondragon jumps back into Vakhvakhishvili's guard. #T2##SUB#
Mondragon drops back looking for a leg! Vakhvakhishvili is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Vakhvakhishvili manages to kick Mondragon off! Mondragon jumps back into Vakhvakhishvili's guard. #SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Mondragon pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vakhvakhishvili is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Mondragon defends it easily.#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Mondragon thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili working for a triangle but Mondragon defends it easily.
#T3##SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Mondragon drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Mondragon jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Mondragon got a little sloppy there for a moment and Vakhvakhishvili has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Mondragon has managed to get both his arms back between Vakhvakhishvili's legs - danger averted.
Mondragon works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Mondragon is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Vakhvakhishvili has managed to free his arm - good work.
Vakhvakhishvili works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Mondragon gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Mondragon thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Vakhvakhishvili keeping full guard, as Mondragon tries to pass. #SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Mondragon defends it easily.
We've been informed that Vakhvakhishvili has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#T4#
Mondragon tries to free his leg and advance position but Vakhvakhishvili is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Mondragon can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Mondragon thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Mondragon advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Mondragon (7) vs (0) Vakhvakhishvili
Vakhvakhishvili is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Mondragon is trying to get an arm triangle but Vakhvakhishvili is defending well.
Vakhvakhishvili manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB#
Mondragon is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Vakhvakhishvili is just riding it out for now. Mondragon eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili is defending against the submission attempts here by Mondragon.
#T5##SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Mondragon is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Vakhvakhishvili has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Mondragon is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Mondragon 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.
#T6##SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili is defending against the submission attempts here by Mondragon.
#SUB#
Mondragon is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Mondragon is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Vakhvakhishvili has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Mondragon pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Mondragon 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.
#T7##SUB#
Mondragon is working for a kimura but Vakhvakhishvili is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Mondragon wants to work for an arm triangle but Vakhvakhishvili is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Mondragon is looking for a kimura here.
#T8##SUB#
Mondragon is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Vakhvakhishvili has managed to free his arm - good work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Mondragon is looking for a kimura but Vakhvakhishvili is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Mondragon to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Mondragon seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Mondragon wants to work for an arm triangle but Vakhvakhishvili is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Mondragon is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Mondragon 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.
Mondragon is breathing heavily.#T9##SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili looking for submissions off his back.
Vakhvakhishvili regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Mondragon avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Mondragon passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Mondragon (10) vs (0) Vakhvakhishvili#SUB#
Mondragon wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Vakhvakhishvili, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Mondragon tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Mondragon has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T10##SUB#
Mondragon is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Vakhvakhishvili has escaped the position, nice work there.
Vakhvakhishvili manages to work his way to half guard, despite Mondragon's best efforts.#SUB#
Mondragon is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Vakhvakhishvili doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Mondragon. #SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili looking for submissions off his back.
Mondragon prevents Vakhvakhishvili from improving his position.#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Mondragon is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Vakhvakhishvili sees it coming and defends easily.#T11##SUB#
Mondragon seems to be working for a kimura but Vakhvakhishvili defends the submission attempt.
Mondragon is looking to advance position but Vakhvakhishvili won't allow it. #SUB#
Mondragon is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Vakhvakhishvili doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Mondragon. #SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Mondragon pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Mondragon is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Vakhvakhishvili is just riding it out for now. Mondragon eventually gives up the hold.
Vakhvakhishvili is looking to improve his position.
#T12##SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Mondragon is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Mondragon is trying to work for a kimura but Vakhvakhishvili is defending well.
#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Mondragon is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Vakhvakhishvili has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili is defending against the submission attempts here by Mondragon.
#T13#
Vakhvakhishvili slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Mondragon drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Mondragon jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Mondragon avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Mondragon drops back looking for a leg! Vakhvakhishvili is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Vakhvakhishvili manages to kick Mondragon off! Mondragon jumps back into Vakhvakhishvili's guard. #SUB#
Mondragon drops back looking for a leg! Vakhvakhishvili is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Vakhvakhishvili manages to kick Mondragon off! Mondragon jumps back into Vakhvakhishvili's guard. #SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Mondragon defends it easily.#T14##SUB#
Mondragon drops back looking for a leg! Vakhvakhishvili is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Vakhvakhishvili manages to kick Mondragon off! Mondragon jumps back into Vakhvakhishvili's guard. #SUB#
Mondragon drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Mondragon jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Mondragon pushes down on Vakhvakhishvili's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Mondragon wants to work for an arm triangle but Vakhvakhishvili is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mondragon takes the fight on points by 10 to 0.
Esteban Mondragon decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CFC CG 18
Date: Jun 19, 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 Montreal, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 19 losses; Roddy Banner! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 2 losses; Valeri Vakhvakhishvili!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, William Peck and Robert Douchet.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Vakhvakhishvili closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Banner did well to prevent Vakhvakhishvili getting side control. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Banner (0) vs (2) Vakhvakhishvili
Vakhvakhishvili prevents Banner from improving his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to work for a kimura but Banner is defending well.
#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Banner is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Vakhvakhishvili pulls his head out easily.
Banner slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vakhvakhishvili stopping the sweep attempt from Banner.#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili drops back looking for a leg! Banner is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Banner manages to kick Vakhvakhishvili off! Vakhvakhishvili jumps back into Banner's guard.
Banner seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Vakhvakhishvili jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T1##SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB#
Banner throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Banner looking for a guillotine here but Vakhvakhishvili defends easily.
#SUB#
Banner working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Vakhvakhishvili doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Vakhvakhishvili manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Vakhvakhishvili forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Banner is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Valeri Vakhvakhishvili!
After winning the bout, Valeri Vakhvakhishvili thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, Roddy Banner stepped up to the mic, saying 'Watch your back! I am coming for you..'. |
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Event:
CFC CG 16.5
Date: Jun 12, 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 Montreal, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 3 losses; Lou Gotch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 1 losses; Valeri Vakhvakhishvili!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Alec Ball and Ian Loll.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Vakhvakhishvili closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Gotch quickly recovers to half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gotch (0) vs (2) Vakhvakhishvili#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Gotch actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Gotch looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The fighters are battling for position here. Gotch manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Gotch is looking for a triangle but Vakhvakhishvili pushes his legs off easily.
Gotch can't keep his opponent in guard - Vakhvakhishvili advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili seems to be looking for 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.#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili is looking for a kimura here.
Gotch wants to improve his position but Vakhvakhishvili is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Gotch defends it well. #T1##SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Gotch defends it well. #SUB#
Gotch looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Gotch is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Vakhvakhishvili seems to be working for a kimura but Gotch defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gotch doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Vakhvakhishvili.
Gotch moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T2##SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Gotch seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Gotch throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Gotch throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to free his leg and advance position but Gotch is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Gotch is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Vakhvakhishvili frees his head nicely. Oh but Gotch has switched to an armbar! Vakhvakhishvili is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Lou Gotch!
Our winner, Lou Gotch, 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:
CFC CG 15.5
Date: Jun 05, 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 Montreal, with a TWGC record of 49 wins and 49 losses; Esteban Mondragon! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 0 losses; Valeri Vakhvakhishvili!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, Yves DeLean and Steve Smith.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Vakhvakhishvili shoots in and drives through. Mondragon sprawls well.
Mondragon keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Vakhvakhishvili has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.#TD2#
Vakhvakhishvili throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Mondragon tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Vakhvakhishvili is in Mondragon's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Mondragon (0) vs (2) Vakhvakhishvili#SUB#
Mondragon is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Vakhvakhishvili has his hands clasped together but Mondragon extends and breaks Vakhvakhishvili's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Mondragon.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Esteban Mondragon!
Our winner, Esteban Mondragon, 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:
TWGC 41 (265lbs, D2): Finals - Round 3
Date: May 31, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 0 losses; Valeri Vakhvakhishvili! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 6 losses; Dan Jones!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, Phil Schofield and Andrew Berry.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Jones gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Vakhvakhishvili has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Jones avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Jones is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Vakhvakhishvili pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Jones drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Vakhvakhishvili has Jones pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Jones manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Jones has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Vakhvakhishvili after a bit of a struggle.
Valeri Vakhvakhishvili has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dan Jones.
Jones prevents a takedown attempt there.
Jones has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Vakhvakhishvili is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Jones drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Vakhvakhishvili gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Jones is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones goes for a takedown attempt but Vakhvakhishvili pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#TD#
Vakhvakhishvili feints and as Jones raises his hands in defense, Vakhvakhishvili changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Vakhvakhishvili (2) vs (0) Jones#T1#
Jones manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Vakhvakhishvili manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vakhvakhishvili (2) vs (2) Jones
Vakhvakhishvili is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Jones content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Vakhvakhishvili has locked up a guillotine! Vakhvakhishvili's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Jones is holding on here and Vakhvakhishvili must be using up a lot of energy. Jones has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Vakhvakhishvili gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Valeri Vakhvakhishvili!
Valeri Vakhvakhishvili is the new heavyweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Valeri Vakhvakhishvili thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
TWGC 41 (265lbs, D2): Finals - Round 2
Date: May 30, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 17 losses; Tanner Kyng! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 0 losses; Valeri Vakhvakhishvili!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, Paul Tew and Sam Margolis.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Vakhvakhishvili fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Kyng sprawls well initially but Vakhvakhishvili persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kyng (0) vs (2) Vakhvakhishvili
Kyng controlling the position for now.
Kyng is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kyng is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Kyng has a hand on Vakhvakhishvili's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Vakhvakhishvili takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Kyng (0) vs (5) Vakhvakhishvili
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.
Kyng tries to lock up and control but Vakhvakhishvili gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T1#
Kyng tries to improve his position but instead Vakhvakhishvili has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Kyng (0) vs (8) Vakhvakhishvili
Kyng trying to control the position but Vakhvakhishvili manages to sink in the hooks.
Kyng tries to escape but Vakhvakhishvili has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili is looking for the choke from the back position but Kyng is controlling his hands well.
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to stick to Kyng's back but Kyng is turning into Vakhvakhishvili. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Vakhvakhishvili's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Kyng. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kyng (2) vs (8) Vakhvakhishvili
Kyng trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kyng controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Kyng forces his way into half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T2#
Kyng is looking to advance position but Vakhvakhishvili won't allow it.
Kyng with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Kyng continues to stall.
Kyng is pressing down on Vakhvakhishvili's thigh, looking to free his foot. Vakhvakhishvili is holding on for now.
Kyng keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T3#
Vakhvakhishvili wants to get back to full guard.
Kyng is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Kyng (5) vs (8) Vakhvakhishvili
Kyng controlling the pace for now.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to reverse the position but Kyng maintains control.#T4#
Kyng sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to control but Kyng is having none of it.
Vakhvakhishvili is trying desperately to improve position.
Kyng controlling from the full mount. #T5#
Kyng has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to lock up and control but Kyng gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to escape the mount.
Kyng controlling from mount.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Kyng.#T6#
Kyng wants to take Vakhvakhishvili's back here but Vakhvakhishvili is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Vakhvakhishvili is working to get back to half guard.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to lock up and control but Kyng gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Vakhvakhishvili is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T7#
Vakhvakhishvili is still trying to improve position.
Kyng content just to control the position here.
Kyng seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Vakhvakhishvili is holding on tight.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to hold on but Kyng postures up.
Kyng controlling from mount. #T8#
Vakhvakhishvili tries to lock up and control but Kyng gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Kyng controlling from the full mount. #T9#
Kyng moves to his opponent's back but Vakhvakhishvili bucks him off and ends up in guard. A bit of a disaster there for Kyng. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kyng (5) vs (10) Vakhvakhishvili
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control the position from guard on top but Kyng is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T10#
Vakhvakhishvili might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Kyng haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Vakhvakhishvili is fighting to break Kyng's control of his arms but Kyng is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to control from the top but Kyng keeps moving.
Kyng 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.
Kyng is controlling Vakhvakhishvili's posture.#T11#
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control but Kyng is working from the bottom.
Vakhvakhishvili won't allow Kyng to sweep him here.
Vakhvakhishvili looking to pass the guard.
Vakhvakhishvili won't allow Kyng to sweep him here.
Kyng is adopting a defensive guard.#T12#
Vakhvakhishvili tries to free his leg and advance position but Kyng is retaining full guard.
Vakhvakhishvili's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Vakhvakhishvili being controlled here momentarily.
Vakhvakhishvili stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kyng swivels though and keeps the full guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kyng holds on and takes a little breather. #T13#
Kyng keeping moving, preventing Vakhvakhishvili from controlling successfully.
Vakhvakhishvili is fighting to break Kyng's control of his arms but Kyng is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Kyng wants to sweep here but Vakhvakhishvili controlling him for the moment. #T14#
Kyng can't keep his opponent in guard - Vakhvakhishvili advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Kyng controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to pass to mount but Kyng is defending the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kyng is looking for a sweep. Vakhvakhishvili is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kyng controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vakhvakhishvili wins on points by 10 to 5.
A victorious Valeri Vakhvakhishvili 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 41 (265lbs, D2): Finals - Round 1
Date: May 29, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 2 losses; Sea Snake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 0 losses; Valeri Vakhvakhishvili!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, Donald Grub and Phil Schofield.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Vakhvakhishvili shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Vakhvakhishvili was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Snake (0) vs (4) Vakhvakhishvili
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control the action but Snake is working from the bottom.
Snake tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Vakhvakhishvili wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Snake manages to get back to half guard.
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.
Vakhvakhishvili content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to free his trapped foot but Snake is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T1#
Vakhvakhishvili controlling the action here.
Snake is looking to improve his position.
Vakhvakhishvili sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB#
Snake looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Vakhvakhishvili is thwarting Snake's attempts to control the position.#T2#
Snake is looking for a sweep. Vakhvakhishvili is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Snake is working hard here to advance position.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control from half guard but Snake is working away.
Snake is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Vakhvakhishvili's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Vakhvakhishvili's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Snake (4) vs (4) Vakhvakhishvili
Snake struggling to keep hold of the position.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to escape but Snake has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control the hands but Snake won't let him. #SUB#
Snake patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#T3##SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili defends a prolonged rear naked choke attempt and turns nicely into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Snake (4) vs (6) Vakhvakhishvili
Vakhvakhishvili won't allow Snake to sweep him here.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to control from the top but Snake keeps moving.
Snake is looking to sweep but instead, Vakhvakhishvili has passed into half guard.
Vakhvakhishvili prevents Snake from improving his position.#T4#
Snake wants to get back to full guard but Vakhvakhishvili has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Snake (4) vs (9) Vakhvakhishvili
Snake is squirming around, avoiding Vakhvakhishvili's attempts to control the action.
Snake tries to hold on but Vakhvakhishvili pushes him away.
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to take his opponent's back.
Vakhvakhishvili controlling the position easily from mount. #T5#
Snake tries to hold on but Vakhvakhishvili postures up.
Vakhvakhishvili can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Snake is looking to escape.
Snake keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Snake tries to hold on but Vakhvakhishvili pushes him away. #T6#
Snake keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to control the pace but Snake is squirming around nicely.
Snake tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Snake slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Snake regains full guard. Nicely done.
Snake looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Snake looking to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Snake keeping moving, preventing Vakhvakhishvili from controlling successfully. #T7#
Snake is trying to control the position but Vakhvakhishvili postures up.
Vakhvakhishvili 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.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Snake is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Vakhvakhishvili must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Snake escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Vakhvakhishvili gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Snake wants to control the position but Vakhvakhishvili says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #T8#
Vakhvakhishvili tries to pass the half guard into mount. Snake knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
We've been informed that Vakhvakhishvili has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Snake is looking to improve his position.
Vakhvakhishvili looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Snake trying to control but Vakhvakhishvili postures up.
Snake tries to get to full guard but Vakhvakhishvili has control of the leg. #T9#
Vakhvakhishvili tries to pass to full mount but Snake defends it.
Snake is trying to control but can't.
Vakhvakhishvili seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Snake does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Vakhvakhishvili is thwarting Snake's attempts to control the position.
Snake is trying is best to control the position here.
Snake has a hand on Vakhvakhishvili's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Vakhvakhishvili takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Snake (4) vs (12) Vakhvakhishvili
Snake sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Snake tries to get to full guard but Vakhvakhishvili has control of the leg. #T10#
Vakhvakhishvili is thwarting Snake's attempts to control the position.
Snake gets back to full guard.
Snake keeping full guard, as Vakhvakhishvili tries to pass. #SUB#
Snake working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Vakhvakhishvili doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Vakhvakhishvili manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Snake wants to sweep here but Vakhvakhishvili controlling him for the moment. #T11#
Snake keeping moving, preventing Vakhvakhishvili from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Snake throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Snake trying to keep a closed guard but Vakhvakhishvili is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB#
Snake looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Vakhvakhishvili passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Snake (4) vs (15) Vakhvakhishvili
Snake tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T12#
Snake manages to get back to half guard.
Vakhvakhishvili with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Snake is not content to let Vakhvakhishvili control the position.
Snake is looking to control Vakhvakhishvili's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Snake avoid being mounted?
Snake wants to get back to full guard but Vakhvakhishvili has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Snake (4) vs (18) Vakhvakhishvili#T13#
Snake is not content to let Vakhvakhishvili control the position.
Snake tries to improve position but can't.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to control but Snake is keeping him busy.
Snake is trying to get back to half guard.#T14#
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.
Snake is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
You can see the frustration on Snake'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!
And that's the end of the fight!
Vakhvakhishvili wins on points by 18 to 4.
An out of breath Valeri Vakhvakhishvili 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 41 (265lbs, D2): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 2
Date: May 21, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Valeri Vakhvakhishvili! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 16 losses; Whole Nutz!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Timothy Bukovac and Percy O'Donnell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Nutz gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Vakhvakhishvili to score an easy takedown into full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Vakhvakhishvili (2) vs (0) Nutz
Nutz pulls Vakhvakhishvili in close to prevent any damage.
Nutz looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Vakhvakhishvili is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nutz is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T1#
Vakhvakhishvili controls from within his opponent's guard.
Vakhvakhishvili seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Nutz for as long as he can get away with.
Nutz wants to sweep but no luck. #T2#
Vakhvakhishvili is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to pass the guard but Nutz is keeping the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vakhvakhishvili slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Vakhvakhishvili continues to stall.#T3#
Vakhvakhishvili trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Vakhvakhishvili showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Nutz pulls Vakhvakhishvili in to control the position. #T4#
Nutz keeping moving, preventing Vakhvakhishvili from controlling successfully.
Nutz looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Vakhvakhishvili 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. #T5#
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control but Nutz is working from the bottom.
Nutz looking to control.
Vakhvakhishvili has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T6#
Vakhvakhishvili engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Nutz looking to control.
Vakhvakhishvili looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Nutz keeping full guard, as Vakhvakhishvili tries to pass.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control but Nutz is working from the bottom. #T7#
Nutz wants to sweep here but Vakhvakhishvili controlling him for the moment.
Vakhvakhishvili controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Nutz controls Vakhvakhishvili momentarily but Vakhvakhishvili frees himself. #T8#
Vakhvakhishvili works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Nutz is trying to control but can't.
Vakhvakhishvili sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Nutz wants to control but Vakhvakhishvili is keeping busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nutz is trying to get back to full guard.#T9#
Vakhvakhishvili looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Nutz is trying to get back to full guard.
Nutz is trying to maintain the position but Vakhvakhishvili is very close to passing his half guard.#T10##SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Nutz trying to control from the bottom.
#T11#
Vakhvakhishvili is looking to advance position but Nutz won't allow it.
Vakhvakhishvili controlling the pace.
Vakhvakhishvili looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Nutz is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Vakhvakhishvili is controlling the pace.
#T12#
Vakhvakhishvili wants to pass to mount but Nutz is defending the position.
Vakhvakhishvili is taking a breather. Nutz 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.#T13#
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to control. Nutz wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Nutz moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Vakhvakhishvili being controlled here momentarily.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T14#
Vakhvakhishvili controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Vakhvakhishvili won't allow Nutz to sweep him here.
Vakhvakhishvili is stalling in the full guard.
Vakhvakhishvili slips nicely into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vakhvakhishvili takes the fight on points by 2 to 0.
After winning the bout, Valeri Vakhvakhishvili thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Whole Nutz was interviewed post fight and said 'Death be to you all. '. |
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Event:
TWGC 41 (265lbs, D2): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 1
Date: May 20, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Valeri Vakhvakhishvili! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Israel Okoye!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Don Winkell and Frank Antenori.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Okoye darts in and clinches Vakhvakhishvili up against the cage.#TD2#
Okoye decides to pull guard.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to control from the top but Okoye keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Okoye seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T1#
Okoye is continuing to stall.
Vakhvakhishvili is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Vakhvakhishvili is fighting to break Okoye's control of his arms but Okoye is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T2#
Vakhvakhishvili controlling from the top position.
Vakhvakhishvili looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Okoye is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Vakhvakhishvili is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vakhvakhishvili looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control the position from guard on top but Okoye is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Vakhvakhishvili sitting in guard here, content to control.
Okoye wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to control from the top but Okoye keeps moving. #T4#
Vakhvakhishvili tries to free his leg and advance position but Okoye is retaining full guard.
Vakhvakhishvili engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Okoye controlling the position.
Okoye being controlled here, momentarily.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Okoye holds on and takes a little breather. #T5#
Let's hope that Okoye 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.
Vakhvakhishvili looking to pass the guard.
Vakhvakhishvili controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T6#
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control the position from guard on top but Okoye is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Vakhvakhishvili controlling from the top position.
Okoye looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T7#
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control the position from guard on top but Okoye is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Okoye holds on and takes a little breather. #T8#
Vakhvakhishvili not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Okoye keeping moving, preventing Vakhvakhishvili from controlling successfully.
Vakhvakhishvili being controlled here momentarily. #T9#
Okoye keeping moving, preventing Vakhvakhishvili from controlling successfully.
Okoye has control of Vakhvakhishvili's left arm, preventing Vakhvakhishvili from doing any damage.
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.#T10#
Okoye keeping moving, preventing Vakhvakhishvili from controlling successfully.
Okoye has control of Vakhvakhishvili's left arm, preventing Vakhvakhishvili from doing any damage. #T11#
Vakhvakhishvili wants to pass the guard but Okoye is keeping the position.
Vakhvakhishvili is working hard here to advance position.
Vakhvakhishvili engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Vakhvakhishvili trying to control but Okoye is working from the bottom. #T12#
Vakhvakhishvili is really struggling to control Okoye but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Vakhvakhishvili advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Vakhvakhishvili (3) vs (0) Okoye
Okoye wants to control but Vakhvakhishvili postures up.
Okoye tries to bench press Vakhvakhishvili off him but Vakhvakhishvili keeps the position.
Okoye keeps trying to improve his position.#T13#
Vakhvakhishvili wants to control but Okoye is keeping him busy.
Vakhvakhishvili just content to control the position.
Okoye tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Vakhvakhishvili wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T14#
Okoye can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Vakhvakhishvili controlling the position from side mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Okoye is trying to improve his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vakhvakhishvili takes the fight on points by 3 to 0.
A very excited looking Valeri Vakhvakhishvili 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:
CFC CG 6
Date: Mar 31, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Roboute Guilliman! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Valeri Vakhvakhishvili!
The judges for this bout are Robert Douchet, Alec Ball and William Peck.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Guilliman fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Vakhvakhishvili to the ground. Guilliman is now in Vakhvakhishvili's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Guilliman (2) vs (0) Vakhvakhishvili#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Guilliman doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Vakhvakhishvili is tightening it up a little... Guilliman has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Guilliman reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Guilliman taps out! Nice BJJ there by Vakhvakhishvili!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Valeri Vakhvakhishvili!
Valeri Vakhvakhishvili 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:
CFC CG 2
Date: Mar 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Valeri Vakhvakhishvili! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Enrique Vega!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, Gregory Folan and Yves DeLean.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Vega fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Vega tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Vakhvakhishvili swivels and escapes.#TD#
Vakhvakhishvili scores with a takedown into Vega's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Vakhvakhishvili (2) vs (0) Vega#SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the 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.
Vakhvakhishvili advances to half guard. #SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to work for a kimura but Vega is defending well.
#SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Vega defends it well. #SUB2#
Vega looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili is looking for a kimura but Vega is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Vakhvakhishvili to get the leverage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Vega looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Vega looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T1##SUB#
Vega is defending against the submission attempts here by Vakhvakhishvili.
#SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Vega doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Vakhvakhishvili. #SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Vega has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T2##SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Vega is just riding it out for now. Vakhvakhishvili eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Vega defends it well.
Vega is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Vega doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Vakhvakhishvili. #SUB2#
Vega actively working from the bottom here.#T3##SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili 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.
#SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Vega sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Vega is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Vakhvakhishvili pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Vega doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Vakhvakhishvili. #SUB2#
Vega actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to work for a kimura but Vega is defending well.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T4#
Vega is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Vega is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to work for a kimura but Vega is defending well.
#SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Vega is just riding it out for now. Vakhvakhishvili eventually gives up the hold.
Vega is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Vega looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T5##SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Vega is just riding it out for now. Vakhvakhishvili eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Vega is defending against the submission attempts here by Vakhvakhishvili.
#SUB2#
Vega is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Vakhvakhishvili pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Vega sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili 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.
#SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili seems to be looking for submissions.
#T6##SUB2#
Vega looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Vega actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Vega actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Vega looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Vega is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Vakhvakhishvili pulls his head out easily.
Vega looks winded!#SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Vega is trying to get back to full guard.#T7##SUB#
Vega is defending against the submission attempts here by Vakhvakhishvili.
#SUB2#
Vega looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to work for a kimura but Vega is defending well.
#SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili is working for a kimura but Vega is defending it quite comfortably.
Vakhvakhishvili looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#SUB2#
Vega looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Vakhvakhishvili is trying for a kimura here. Vega looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Vakhvakhishvili wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Valeri Vakhvakhishvili!
During a confident post fight interview, Valeri Vakhvakhishvili thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SPPS Evolution 9
Date: Jan 05, 2024 |
#R1#
Vakhvakhishvili slips under a jab.
Vakhvakhishvili on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Vakhvakhishvili avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Tampukpuk misses the shot to the body.
Tampukpuk looks to land a right hand but Vakhvakhishvili moved out of range.
Vakhvakhishvili throws a head kick but Tampukpuk moves out of range.
Tampukpuk appears to be looking for a big counter.
Vakhvakhishvili throws a looping overhand right but Tampukpuk ducks down to avoid it.
An attempted straight right counter from Tampukpuk misses the target.
Tampukpuk looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A little jabbing left from Vakhvakhishvili on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Vakhvakhishvili is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Tampukpuk misses with a series of wild punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vakhvakhishvili looks to clinch
and Tampukpuk connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Vakhvakhishvili misses with a head kick.
Vakhvakhishvili lands a jab.
Vakhvakhishvili throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Tampukpuk counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Tampukpuk rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Vakhvakhishvili moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Vakhvakhishvili takes a swing at Tampukpuk's ribcage but misses.
Vakhvakhishvili throws a nice head kick!
Vakhvakhishvili throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Tampukpuk throws out a loose jab but Vakhvakhishvili uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vakhvakhishvili throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Vakhvakhishvili ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A jab lands there for Tampukpuk.
Tampukpuk takes a kick to the side of the head.
Tampukpuk slips a jab from Vakhvakhishvili.
It looked like Tampukpuk was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Tampukpuk looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Vakhvakhishvili throws a head kick that misses
and Tampukpuk counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tampukpuk circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tampukpuk throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Vakhvakhishvili.
Vakhvakhishvili throws out a counter right but Tampukpuk avoids it with no problem.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tampukpuk jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Valeri Vakhvakhishvili seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vakhvakhishvili moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#T2#
Vakhvakhishvili tries a head kick but it misses.
Vakhvakhishvili looks to land a left hand but Tampukpuk moved out of range nicely.
Tampukpuk throws a head kick but Vakhvakhishvili moves out of range.
#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Vakhvakhishvili misses with a hook to the ribs.
#BC#
Tampukpuk breaks from the clinch.
The fighters circling - Tampukpuk throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Vakhvakhishvili throws a counter combo.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tampukpuk manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A counter left hand to the body from Tampukpuk misses its target.#CL#
Tampukpuk clinches up with Vakhvakhishvili and pushes him back against the cage.
Tampukpuk is looking to break free of the clinch but Vakhvakhishvili has double underhooks.
Tampukpuk is struggling to control the position.
Tampukpuk lands a right hand.
Tampukpuk blocks a body shot from Vakhvakhishvili. #BC2#
Vakhvakhishvili's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T3#
Vakhvakhishvili scores with a shot to the body.
Vakhvakhishvili throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tampukpuk on the side of the head.
Good leg kick by Tampukpuk.
Vakhvakhishvili lands with a slapping head kick.
Vakhvakhishvili throws a head kick that misses.
A head kick misses from Vakhvakhishvili.
Tampukpuk feinted there with a counter leg kick.#CL#
Tampukpuk rushes Vakhvakhishvili and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Tampukpuk breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Vakhvakhishvili misses with a few strikes there.
A little feinted left hand from Tampukpuk on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Vakhvakhishvili fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tampukpuk looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Vakhvakhishvili throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tampukpuk swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL#
Tampukpuk closes the distance and clinches.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Vakhvakhishvili tries a body shot but Tampukpuk blocks it.
#BC2#
Vakhvakhishvili's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T4#
Vakhvakhishvili keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A head kick by Vakhvakhishvili misses
and Tampukpuk counters with a stiff right hand.
Some wild striking there from Vakhvakhishvili.
Vakhvakhishvili displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tampukpuk throws out the jab.
A head kick misses from Vakhvakhishvili.
An attempted straight right counter from Tampukpuk misses the target.#CL2#
Vakhvakhishvili has taken the fight to the clinch.
#BC2#
Vakhvakhishvili manages to break the clinch.
Tampukpuk swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tampukpuk misses with a body shot.
Tampukpuk misses the jab.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tampukpuk paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Vakhvakhishvili throws a combination that misses
and Tampukpuk counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A big left from Tampukpuk misses.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to clinch but Tampukpuk is having none of it.
A quick step to the side and Tampukpuk tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Arturito Tampukpuk will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Tampukpuk lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Vakhvakhishvili circles away quickly and effectively.
Tampukpuk throws a hook but Vakhvakhishvili avoids it easily.
Vakhvakhishvili swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Valeri Vakhvakhishvili is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Tampukpuk tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Vakhvakhishvili paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Vakhvakhishvili pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Tampukpuk back to the cage. Vakhvakhishvili follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Tampukpuk does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Vakhvakhishvili keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tampukpuk avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Vakhvakhishvili misses with a combination
and Tampukpuk counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vakhvakhishvili pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tampukpuk shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Vakhvakhishvili throws a body shot but no joy.
Vakhvakhishvili throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tampukpuk.
A little feinted left hand from Tampukpuk on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Vakhvakhishvili jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T1#
Nice jab there from Vakhvakhishvili.
Vakhvakhishvili lands a glancing blow to the side of Tampukpuk's head.
Vakhvakhishvili throws a right and a left that both miss.
A telegraphed right hand from Tampukpuk misses the target.
A head kick by Vakhvakhishvili misses
and Tampukpuk counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL#
Tampukpuk darts in and clinches Vakhvakhishvili up against the cage.#BC2#
Vakhvakhishvili manages to break the clinch.
Vakhvakhishvili fails with an attempt to clinch.
Vakhvakhishvili throws a right and a left that Tampukpuk avoids nicely.
Tampukpuk ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vakhvakhishvili moves away.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to clinch but Tampukpuk is having none of it.
Vakhvakhishvili tries a head kick but it misses.
Vakhvakhishvili misses with a few strikes there.
#CL2#
Vakhvakhishvili rushes Tampukpuk and presses him up against the cage.#BC#
Tampukpuk pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vakhvakhishvili misses with a looping right.
Valeri Vakhvakhishvili seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Vakhvakhishvili lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Vakhvakhishvili fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tampukpuk on the side of the head.
Tampukpuk throws a hook but Vakhvakhishvili avoids it easily.
A nice side step and Vakhvakhishvili releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#CL#
Tampukpuk darts in and clinches Vakhvakhishvili up against the cage.#BC2#
Vakhvakhishvili breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Vakhvakhishvili swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tampukpuk connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
We've been informed that Vakhvakhishvili has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Vakhvakhishvili throws a head kick but Tampukpuk moves out of range.
Vakhvakhishvili misses with a left hand
and Tampukpuk counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The fighters circle momentarily. Vakhvakhishvili darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Tampukpuk lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Vakhvakhishvili uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tampukpuk.
Tampukpuk misses with a looping left.#T3#
Vakhvakhishvili misses the shot to the body.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to clinch
and Tampukpuk counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Vakhvakhishvili misses with an uppercut
and Tampukpuk counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Vakhvakhishvili throws a predictable looking body shot
and Tampukpuk counters with a stiff right hand.
Tampukpuk lands an overhand right.
Tampukpuk keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Tampukpuk throws a jab but it's blocked by Vakhvakhishvili.
Vakhvakhishvili lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Vakhvakhishvili fails in his attempt to clinch.
A quick step to the side and Tampukpuk tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tampukpuk throws a big shot that misses.
Tampukpuk throws a jab when Vakhvakhishvili was well out of range.
Tampukpuk lands the left hand.
A lazy left from Tampukpuk finds it's target.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vakhvakhishvili throws a head kick but Tampukpuk moves out of range.
#T4#
A combination from Vakhvakhishvili does no damage.
A right-left combo lands from Tampukpuk.
Vakhvakhishvili lands with a kick to the temple. Tampukpuk shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Vakhvakhishvili misses with a hook. Tampukpuk ducked under it nicely.
Vakhvakhishvili scores with a jab to the body.
Tampukpuk rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Vakhvakhishvili moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Tampukpuk scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Tampukpuk moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Tampukpuk lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Vakhvakhishvili plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
A head kick by Vakhvakhishvili misses
and Tampukpuk counters with a straight right hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tampukpuk ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Vakhvakhishvili dips to his left and cracks Tampukpuk with an uppercut!
Sloppy strikes from Vakhvakhishvili. Those never looked like landing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Arturito Tampukpuk will probably get the nod.
That's time! Tampukpuk's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Tampukpuk blocks a head kick by Vakhvakhishvili.
#CL#
Tampukpuk has taken the fight to the clinch.
#BC#
Tampukpuk's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tampukpuk swings for the body but Vakhvakhishvili moves out of range.
#CL#
Tampukpuk gets a clinch.
Tampukpuk blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vakhvakhishvili misses with a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from Vakhvakhishvili fails to land.
Tampukpuk scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tampukpuk wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Vakhvakhishvili has him pressed against the cage.#BC2#
Vakhvakhishvili pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tampukpuk avoids the head kick by Vakhvakhishvili.
Vakhvakhishvili throws a series of punches but Tampukpuk moves out of range.
Vakhvakhishvili has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Vakhvakhishvili throws a sloppy head kick
and Tampukpuk cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Vakhvakhishvili blocks a jab.
Tampukpuk uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vakhvakhishvili.
#T1##CL#
Vakhvakhishvili tries to keep at a distance but Tampukpuk has taken the fight into the clinch.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to work over Tampukpuk's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Tampukpuk breaks the clinch.
Vakhvakhishvili dodges the punch combination from Tampukpuk.
Vakhvakhishvili misses with a straight right.
Tampukpuk misses with a straight right.
Vakhvakhishvili throws a series of punches but Tampukpuk avoids them all with ease.
Tampukpuk throws a leg kick but Vakhvakhishvili sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Vakhvakhishvili is looking for the big counter here.
Vakhvakhishvili pulls out of a head kick attempt.
An attempted straight right counter from Tampukpuk misses the target.
Tampukpuk uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Vakhvakhishvili.
Tampukpuk is looking for a counter combo.
Tampukpuk looks to land a right hand but Vakhvakhishvili moved out of range.
Vakhvakhishvili throws a lazy head kick
and Tampukpuk counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Vakhvakhishvili misses with a body punch
and Tampukpuk counters with a straight right hand.
Valeri Vakhvakhishvili has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##CL2#
Vakhvakhishvili pushes Tampukpuk up against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Tampukpuk's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Tampukpuk gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC#
Tampukpuk breaks the clinch.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Tampukpuk keeps the fight on the outside.
Tampukpuk takes a swing at Vakhvakhishvili's ribcage but misses.
Vakhvakhishvili misses with a two punch combination.
Tampukpuk tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vakhvakhishvili was well out of range. Poor timing from Tampukpuk.
Vakhvakhishvili uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tampukpuk.
Vakhvakhishvili throws a sloppy head kick and Tampukpuk moves out of range easily. #CL#
Tampukpuk fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Vakhvakhishvili, pushing him back against the cage.
Vakhvakhishvili doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#BC#
Tampukpuk breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#T3#
Tampukpuk throws a big shot that misses.
Vakhvakhishvili looks to score with a jab to the body but Tampukpuk is just out of range.
Tampukpuk throws a lazy right hand but Vakhvakhishvili sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Vakhvakhishvili fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Tampukpuk was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tampukpuk throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Tampukpuk tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Vakhvakhishvili paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Vakhvakhishvili just misses with a punch to the body.
Vakhvakhishvili throws a series of punches but Tampukpuk avoids them all with ease.
It looked like Tampukpuk wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vakhvakhishvili. Tampukpuk does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL#
Vakhvakhishvili gets tackled into the cage by Tampukpuk. Tampukpuk maintains the clinch.
Vakhvakhishvili fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC2#
Vakhvakhishvili manages to break the clinch.
Vakhvakhishvili misses with a body shot.
Tampukpuk darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T4#
Vakhvakhishvili misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Tampukpuk to counter with a crisp jab.
Vakhvakhishvili rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tampukpuk moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Tampukpuk appears to be looking for a big counter.
Tampukpuk throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Vakhvakhishvili misses with a body shot.
Arturito Tampukpuk is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Vakhvakhishvili throws a head kick that misses.
Tampukpuk appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vakhvakhishvili misses with a wild body shot.
Tampukpuk throwing a counter right hand but Vakhvakhishvili manages to avoid it.#CL#
Tampukpuk closes the distance and pushes Vakhvakhishvili back into the cage.#BC2#
Vakhvakhishvili escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tampukpuk scores with a shot to the body.
A bone on bone clash there as Vakhvakhishvili blocks the leg kick.
Vakhvakhishvili misses with a head kick.
Vakhvakhishvili throws a nice looking combination but Tampukpuk bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to close the distance and clinch but Tampukpuk swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A big left from Vakhvakhishvili misses.
And that's the end of the fight!
Arturito Tampukpuk showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Tampukpuk has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 30:27
Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 30:28
Judge Topper Green scores the fight 30:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Arturito Tampukpuk! |
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Event:
SPPS Evolution 4
Date: Dec 01, 2023 |
#R1#
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Vakhvakhishvili!
Vakhvakhishvili clobbers Gable with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Vakhvakhishvili swings widly with a right hand
and Gable counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Gable throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Gable misses with a wild combination.
#KD#
Gable steps into range and cracks Vakhvakhishvili with a monster punch that buckles his knees! Vakhvakhishvili flops backwards and Gable dives into his guard looking to finish!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gable doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gable manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Vakhvakhishvili looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gable is one step ahead there.
Vakhvakhishvili utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Gable won't allow Vakhvakhishvili to sweep him here.
Gable is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #T1#
Gable postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Vakhvakhishvili preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Vakhvakhishvili is looking for a triangle here but Gable uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
#SUB#
Gable wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Vakhvakhishvili, who protects the arm well.
Vakhvakhishvili is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Gable thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to improve his position.
Gable looks up at the clock and then as Vakhvakhishvili takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Gable smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
#T2#
Vakhvakhishvili takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Gable in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. #ROC#Vakhvakhishvili is rocked!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gable is putting a hurting on Vakhvakhishvili here, landing some big shots from side control.
Vakhvakhishvili is still in real trouble! Can Gable finish him?
Gable in side control here. He's dropped a big elbow there and Vakhvakhishvili looks hurt! Oh, he is hurt! Gable turns on the heat and pounds him out for a TKO victory! Good killer instinct there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Daniel Gable!
Daniel Gable gave a mention to Brooklyn Threads in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
CFC 602
Date: Nov 03, 2023 |
#R1#
Vakhvakhishvili throws an overhand right that lands on Aldarisio's shoulder, as Aldarisio tries to avoid the shot.
Aldarisio moves out of range of the strikes.
Vakhvakhishvili tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A right-left combo lands from Vakhvakhishvili.
Vakhvakhishvili throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Aldarisio lands with a good body shot.
A slow jab from Vakhvakhishvili misses its intended target.
Nice cross by Aldarisio.
Vakhvakhishvili throws a head kick that misses.
As Vakhvakhishvili looks to move away, Aldarisio throws a big counter combo but Vakhvakhishvili just gets out of the way.
Aldarisio throws a sloppy head kick and Vakhvakhishvili moves out of range easily.
Aldarisio blocks a head kick by Vakhvakhishvili.
Aldarisio lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Aldarisio throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Vakhvakhishvili.
Aldarisio throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #CL#
Aldarisio drives through and clinches with Vakhvakhishvili against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Vakhvakhishvili swings wildly with an uppercut but Aldarisio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vakhvakhishvili tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Aldarisio's elbow.
Aldarisio scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to get back to striking at distance but Aldarisio won't allow it.
I was talking to Aldarisio's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Aldarisio has had enough of the clinch but Vakhvakhishvili keeps him there for the moment.
A short left from Aldarisio. #T1#
Aldarisio lands a body punch in the clinch.
Vakhvakhishvili throws a punch but it's blocked by Aldarisio.
Vakhvakhishvili wants to get back to striking at distance but Aldarisio won't allow it.
Vakhvakhishvili struggles to land a body shot inside as Aldarisio controls his hands.
Aldarisio lands a nice uppercut.#BC2#
Vakhvakhishvili manages to break the clinch.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Vakhvakhishvili pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Aldarisio throws a head kick but Vakhvakhishvili moves out of range.
Aldarisio moves away from the strike by Vakhvakhishvili.
Aldarisio catches Vakhvakhishvili with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Aldarisio doesn't manage to clinch there - Vakhvakhishvili circles away.
Aldarisio lands with a slapping head kick.
Vakhvakhishvili looks to land a combination but Aldarisio avoids it well. #CL2#
Vakhvakhishvili moves into the clinch.
Aldarisio lands with a right to the head. #BC#
Aldarisio escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#CL#
Aldarisio moves into the clinch.
Vakhvakhishvili lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Aldarisio lands a body punch in the clinch.
Vakhvakhishvili is trying to break free.#T2#
Vakhvakhishvili tries to break free but Aldarisio pushes him back against the cage.
Aldarisio lands a shoulder strike.
Nice body punch from Aldarisio - that landed with a thud.
Vakhvakhishvili looks winded!
Vakhvakhishvili misses with a punch on the inside.
Aldarisio scores with a shot to the side of Vakhvakhishvili's head.
Vakhvakhishvili tries to circle away but Aldarisio has him pinned against the cage.#BC2#
Vakhvakhishvili breaks from the clinch.
Aldarisio scores with a jab. Vakhvakhishvili acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Vakhvakhishvili takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
#CL#
Aldarisio instigates a clinch. #BC#
Aldarisio pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Aldarisio uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Vakhvakhishvili.
Vakhvakhishvili throws a sloppy head kick
and Aldarisio counters with a two punch combo.
Aldarisio punishes Vakhvakhishvili's body with a nice straight punch.
Aldarisio tries to close the distance and clinch but Vakhvakhishvili swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Aldarisio scores with a head kick.
Vakhvakhishvili misses with a head kick.
Vakhvakhishvili displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Aldarisio throws out the jab. #CL#
Aldarisio drives through and clinches with Vakhvakhishvili against the cage.
#BC2#
Vakhvakhishvili manages to break the clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Josh Aldarisio showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Aldarisio has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1 round of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 10:9
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 10:9
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 10:9
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Josh Aldarisio! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 27, 2023 |
#R1#
Nice takedown defense from Zuniga. No joy for Sabatory on that attempt.
Sabatory has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Sabatory there as he acknowledges the shot.
Zuniga lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Sabatory shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Zuniga sprawls well. Zuniga wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Sabatory gets slowly back to his feet.
It looked like Zuniga wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Zuniga scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Zuniga connects with a nice looking jab.
Zuniga lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Sabatory misses with a takedown attempt - Zuniga sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Ricky Zuniga has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lou Sabatory.
Zuniga connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Sabatory momentarily.
Sabatory shoots in looking for a takedown but Zuniga manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Sabatory's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Nice shot by Zuniga.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Zuniga clobbers Sabatory with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Sabatory takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Sabatory throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Zuniga's waist but Zuniga gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Sabatory off to one side.
Sabatory shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#T1#
Sabatory dives in and grabs Zuniga's left leg, looking for a takedown. Zuniga pushes down on Sabatory's head and hops out.
Sabatory looks winded!
Zuniga lands a head shot.
Sabatory shoots in but no luck this time.
Nice uppercut lands for Zuniga. That snapped Sabatory's head back.
Zuniga is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.#TD#
Zuniga is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Sabatory's half guard.
Sabatory has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Cozad MMA Los Angeles. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Zuniga looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Sabatory on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #CUT#It looks like Lou Sabatory has been cut.
Zuniga slips a nice elbow through Sabatory's hands, connecting with Sabatory's forehead.
Zuniga is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #ROC#Sabatory is rocked!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Zuniga is sitting in half guard. He's postured up and lands a nice elbow. Oh, Sabatory is hurt! He's hurt bad - Zuniga fires away with more strikes and the referee jumps in to save Sabatory from any more punishment! Congratulations to Zuniga! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ricky Zuniga! |
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