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Event:
Pitbull XXV
Date: Feb 27, 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 Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 11 losses; Abasi Njagi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 14 losses; Hamish Farquharson!
The judges for this bout are Jorge Garcia, Chad Campbell and Alyssa Summers.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Njagi shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Farquharson as he jumps to the side.
Njagi shoots in but no luck this time.
Njagi misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Abasi Njagi. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Farquharson changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Njagi looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Njagi (0) vs (4) Farquharson
A lull in the action here as Farquharson stalls from top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Njagi wants to control but Farquharson postures up.
Njagi tries to get back to half guard but can't.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Farquharson working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Farquharson tries to move to mount but Njagi blocks the move with his legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Njagi is looking for a sweep.
Farquharson happy to just control the position for now.
Njagi tries to buck Farquharson off but Farquharson is having none of it.#T1#
Farquharson passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Njagi! Score +2 for reaching mount: Njagi (0) vs (6) Farquharson
Farquharson avoids the attempt from Njagi to control.
Njagi is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Crimson CrowN Combat, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Farquharson sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Njagi is trying to escape the mount.
Farquharson controlling his opponent.
Farquharson prevents Njagi from getting the reversal.
Farquharson controlling the pace for now.
Njagi might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T2#
Njagi is trying to escape the mount.
Njagi regains half guard.
Njagi wants to control but Farquharson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Njagi regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Njagi is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Farquharson is aware though and is defending well.
Farquharson stands and throws Njagi's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Njagi (0) vs (9) Farquharson
Njagi is letting Farquharson control him for a moment.
Njagi looks to move to half guard but instead Farquharson has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Njagi (0) vs (11) Farquharson
Farquharson controlling his opponent. #T3#
Let's hope that Farquharson 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.
Farquharson's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Njagi is looking to get to half guard.
Farquharson controlling from mount.
Farquharson trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Farquharson controlling from the full mount. #T4#
Njagi tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Farquharson controlling from the full mount.
Njagi is in all sorts of trouble here.
Farquharson controlling from mount.
Farquharson manages to capitalize on a mistake by Njagi to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Njagi (0) vs (14) Farquharson
Njagi is trying to break free.
Farquharson has good solid back control here.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Farquharson.#SUB2#
Njagi showing good submission defense here.
#T5#
Njagi tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Farquharson controlling from the full mount.
Farquharson wants to take Njagi's back here but Njagi is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Farquharson controlling the pace for now.
Farquharson fails to take his opponent's back.
Njagi is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T6#
Farquharson content just to control the position here.
Farquharson is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Njagi is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Njagi (0) vs (17) Farquharson
Njagi turns into Farquharson and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Njagi (2) vs (17) Farquharson
Njagi trying to control the position from guard on top but Farquharson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Farquharson seems keen to control Njagi's posture.
Njagi wants to control from the top but Farquharson keeps moving.
Njagi sitting in guard here, content to control.
Farquharson wants to sweep here but Njagi controlling him for the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T7#
Njagi pushes down on Farquharson's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Njagi seems to be looking for submissions.
Farquharson moves into full guard.
#SUB#
Njagi has gone for a leg lock! Farquharson slips out almost immediately though and dives into Njagi's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Njagi (2) vs (19) Farquharson#SUB#
Njagi has an active guard here but Farquharson has managed to pass into half guard.
Njagi is breathing heavily.#SUB2#
Farquharson is working for a submission of some sort.
Farquharson performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T8#
Farquharson passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Njagi (2) vs (22) Farquharson
Njagi manages to work his way to half guard, despite Farquharson's best efforts.
Farquharson passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Njagi (2) vs (25) Farquharson
Njagi is trying desperately to improve position.
Farquharson takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T9#
Yet more stalling tactics from Farquharson.
Farquharson manages to capitalize on a mistake by Njagi to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Njagi (2) vs (28) Farquharson
Njagi trying to control the hands but Farquharson breaks the grip.
Njagi tries to escape the position.
#SUB2#
Farquharson is looking for the choke from the back position but Njagi is controlling his hands well.
What can Njagi do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Njagi tries to break free.
Njagi is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Njagi preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Farquharson. #SUB2#
Farquharson looking for the choke from the back. #T10#
Njagi tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Njagi really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Farquharson controlling from the full mount.
Njagi tries to hold on but Farquharson postures up.
Farquharson content just to control the position here.
Njagi is looking to improve his position but Farquharson isn't that keen on the idea.
Farquharson content just to control the position here.
Njagi keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T11#
Farquharson controlling the pace for now.
Farquharson tries to control but Njagi wriggling away.
Njagi gets back to half guard.
Njagi is looking for a sweep. Farquharson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Still in half guard, Farquharson seems content to control.
Njagi wants to improve his position but Farquharson is controlling well.
Farquharson sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T12##SUB#
Njagi looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Njagi is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Njagi looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Farquharson is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Farquharson trying to pass the guard but Njagi defending well. #T13##SUB#
Njagi is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Farquharson pulls his head out easily.
Farquharson trying to control the pace.
Farquharson tries to pass to full mount but Njagi defends it.
Njagi is trying to get back to full guard.
Farquharson controlling the action here.
More stalling from Farquharson.#T14#
Njagi wants to control the action here but instead Farquharson manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Njagi (2) vs (31) Farquharson
Njagi is desperately trying to improve his position but Farquharson has a good base and remains in mount.
Njagi 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.
Farquharson with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Njagi wants to sweep but Farquharson has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Njagi (2) vs (34) Farquharson
A lull in the action here.
Farquharson with more of the same as he continues to hold on.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Farquharson wins on points by 34 to 2.
Hamish Farquharson decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Pitbull XXIII
Date: Feb 20, 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 Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 2 losses; Nedser Kiely! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 14 losses; Hamish Farquharson!
The judges for this bout are Alyssa Summers, Reed Andrews and Columbo Gatti.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Kiely stuffs the takedown attempt from Farquharson. Farquharson gets slowly back to his feet.
Kiely changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#CL#
Kiely has managed to clinch.
Kiely tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Farquharson just stands there and leans against the cage.
Farquharson wants a takedown.
Farquharson is trying to drag Kiely to the mat but Kiely just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Nedser Kiely has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hamish Farquharson.
Kiely tries to pull guard but Farquharson won't allow it.
#TD2#
Farquharson manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Kiely pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Farquharson is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farquharson keeping moving, preventing Kiely from controlling successfully.
Kiely is looking to pass into half guard but Farquharson pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Farquharson is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kiely (0) vs (2) Farquharson
Kiely keeping full guard, as Farquharson tries to pass. #T1#
Kiely can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Farquharson controls the pace.
Kiely looking to hit a scissor sweep but Farquharson is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Kiely working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Farquharson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Farquharson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Kiely manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Farquharson manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kiely (2) vs (2) Farquharson#T2#
Kiely trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Farquharson is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Farquharson is trying to control the position but Kiely postures up.
Kiely stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Farquharson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kiely stopping the sweep attempt from Farquharson.
Our spies down at at Outlier Martial Arts New York inform us that Farquharson has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Farquharson pulls Kiely in to control the position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kiely wants to pass the guard but Farquharson is keeping the position.#T3#
Kiely is looking to advance position but Farquharson has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kiely (2) vs (6) Farquharson
Kiely is desperately trying to improve his position but Farquharson has a good base and remains in mount.
Farquharson takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Kiely is working to get back to half guard.
Farquharson controlling from mount.
Kiely is desperately trying to improve his position but Farquharson has a good base and remains in mount.
Farquharson moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Kiely (2) vs (9) Farquharson#SUB2#
Farquharson looking for the choke but no joy. #T4#
Farquharson controlling well, preventing Kiely from escaping the position.
Kiely is working hard here to advance position.
Good control from Farquharson.
It looks like Farquharson 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.
Farquharson keeps control of the position as Kiely tries to break free.
#T5#
What can Kiely do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Kiely wants to escape the position.
#SUB2#
Farquharson working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #SUB2#
Farquharson has his arm under Kiely's chin here. Game over son! Farquharson squeezes tightly and Kiely is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Hamish Farquharson!
Hamish Farquharson decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Nedser Kiely was interviewed post fight and said 'I did not loose this fight, the ref was not watching what was happening.'. |
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Event:
Pitbull XX
Date: Feb 09, 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 Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 10 losses; Abasi Njagi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 13 losses; Hamish Farquharson!
The judges for this bout are Eddie Farnsworth, David Schapiro and Joseph Jones.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Njagi shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Farquharson defends it nicely.#TD2#
Farquharson closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Njagi's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Njagi (0) vs (2) Farquharson#SUB#
Farquharson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Farquharson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Njagi is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Farquharson is aware though and is defending well.
Farquharson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farquharson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Farquharson showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T1##SUB#
Njagi has an active guard here but Farquharson has managed to pass into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Njagi works his way to full guard. Good work.
Njagi has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Farquharson has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Njagi (0) vs (5) Farquharson
Njagi is trying to improve his position.
Farquharson controls the position from side control.
Njagi tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Farquharson trying to control the action but Njagi is working from the bottom. #T2#
Njagi can't do much from the bottom here.
A lull in the action here as Farquharson stalls from top position.
Njagi trying his best to control but Farquharson has mounted him. Score +2 for reaching mount: Njagi (0) vs (7) Farquharson
Njagi is wriggling around trying to escape.
Farquharson content just to control the position here.
Farquharson's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Njagi tries to lock up and control but Farquharson gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T3#
Njagi is trying to escape the mount.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Farquharson working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Farquharson sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Njagi can't escape the position.
Njagi is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Crimson CrowN Combat, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Njagi is working hard here to advance position.
Njagi sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Well, if Farquharson 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.
Farquharson works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Njagi (0) vs (10) Farquharson
Njagi slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Farquharson content to control rather than advance. #T4#
Njagi moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Farquharson controlling from the top position. #SUB#
Njagi is looking for a triangle but Farquharson pushes his legs off easily.
Njagi keeping moving, preventing Farquharson from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Njagi throws his legs up looking for a submission but Farquharson uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Njagi (0) vs (13) Farquharson
Farquharson controls the position.
Njagi is looking to regain half guard here but Farquharson keeps moving and retains side control. #T5#
Njagi manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Njagi (2) vs (13) Farquharson
Farquharson trying to control but Njagi postures up.
Njagi prevents Farquharson from improving his position.
Farquharson regains full guard. Nicely done.
Njagi wants to control from the top but Farquharson keeps moving.
Farquharson looking for a sweep. Not yet Farquharson, not yet.
Njagi trying to control but Farquharson is working from the bottom.
Njagi preventing the sweep.
Njagi is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Farquharson seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T6#
Njagi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Njagi wants to control from the top but Farquharson keeps moving.
Farquharson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Njagi's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Njagi (2) vs (15) Farquharson#SUB#
Farquharson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Njagi has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Farquharson has managed to get both his arms back between Njagi's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Njagi escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Farquharson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Njagi has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Farquharson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Njagi is breathing heavily.
Njagi can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Farquharson controls the pace.#T7#
Farquharson stopping the sweep attempt from Njagi.
Farquharson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Njagi looking for a guillotine here but Farquharson defends easily.
Farquharson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
Farquharson is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Njagi has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Farquharson is looking to defend but Njagi has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Farquharson! Njagi pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Farquharson taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Abasi Njagi!
Abasi Njagi got down on his knees post fight and begged the management for a title shot. 'Please, I want that title shot so bad! Give it to me!' |
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Event:
Pitbull XVIII
Date: Feb 02, 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 14 losses; Kron Gracie! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 12 losses; Hamish Farquharson!
The judges for this bout are Jonathan Paton, John Roberts and Columbo Gatti.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Farquharson gets caught napping as Gracie dives in and scores a takedown. Farquharson manages to retain guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gracie (2) vs (0) Farquharson
Farquharson wants to hit a sweep here but Gracie passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Farquharson there! Score +3 for passing guard: Gracie (5) vs (0) Farquharson
Farquharson gets back to half guard.
Farquharson is looking to control Gracie's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Farquharson avoid being mounted?
We've been hearing good reports from Gracie'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.
Gracie prevents Farquharson from improving his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farquharson slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Farquharson controlling Gracie's posture.
Farquharson wants to hit a sweep here but Gracie passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Farquharson there! Score +3 for passing guard: Gracie (8) vs (0) Farquharson#T1#
Gracie avoids the attempt from Farquharson to control.
Farquharson is desperately trying to improve his position but Gracie has a good base and remains in mount.
Gracie wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Farquharson tries to hold on but Gracie postures up.
Farquharson really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Farquharson gets back to half guard.
Farquharson is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Gracie's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Gracie's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Gracie (8) vs (4) Farquharson
Farquharson avoiding Gracie 's attempts to control his hands.
Farquharson is riding his opponent, not letting Gracie buck him off.
Gracie's corner are yelling at him, telling him to just focus on controlling Farquharson's hands.#T3#
Farquharson struggling to keep hold of the position.
#SUB2#
Farquharson is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Gracie knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Gracie for a finish.
Farquharson has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Gracie's body.
#T4##SUB2#
Farquharson is looking for the choke from the back position but Gracie is controlling his hands well.
Gracie wants to escape the position.
Farquharson avoiding Gracie 's attempts to control his hands.
Farquharson slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Farquharson looking for the choke but no joy.
Farquharson trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Gracie doesn't escape. #T5##SUB2#
Farquharson has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Gracie has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Gracie is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Farquharson really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Gracie.
Will Farquharson go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
#T6#
Farquharson is hanging on to Gracie's back as he tries to escape.
Gracie trying to control but not successfully.
Our spies down at at Outlier Martial Arts New York inform us that Farquharson has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Farquharson biding his time, looking for the opening.
Farquharson's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#SUB2#
Farquharson tightening his grip on Gracie, looking for the choke. #T7#
Gracie tries to escape the position.
Gracie is working hard here to advance position.
Farquharson trying to control momentarily.
Farquharson trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Gracie doesn't escape.
Gracie tries to escape but Farquharson has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T8#
Farquharson controls the position.
Gracie looking very determined here, making life difficult for Farquharson.
#SUB2#
Farquharson patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Gracie just trying to survive but Farquharson is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Farquharson trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Gracie doesn't escape. #T9##SUB2#
Gracie is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Farquharson has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Gracie's body.
Farquharson struggling to keep hold of the position.
Farquharson avoiding Gracie 's attempts to control his hands. #T10#
Farquharson trying to control.#SUB2#
Farquharson looking for the choke but no joy.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
I really don't envy Gracie right now.
#T11##SUB2#
Farquharson working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
I really don't envy Gracie right now.
Farquharson controlling the position well here. Gracie rolled but Farquharson kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Gracie wants to control his opponent's hands but Farquharson gets his hands free.
Farquharson has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Gracie's body.
#T12#
Gracie staying busy and making it hard for Farquharson to control.
Farquharson looking to hold on to the position here but Gracie rolls and ends up regaining guard.
Farquharson trying to control the position from guard on top but Gracie is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gracie seems keen to control Farquharson's posture.
Gracie looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T13#
Gracie being controlled here, momentarily.
Gracie not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Farquharson trying to control the position from guard on top but Gracie is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gracie is trying to keep Farquharson in close.
Farquharson stopping the sweep attempt from Gracie.
Farquharson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gracie swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T14#
Farquharson preventing the sweep.
Gracie looking to control.
Farquharson works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Gracie makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Gracie.
Farquharson is fighting to break Gracie's control of his arms but Gracie is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Farquharson tries to free his leg and advance position but Gracie is retaining full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Gracie takes the fight on points by 8 to 4.
A relieved looking Kron Gracie 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:
SPPS Resurrection 016
Date: Dec 14, 2024 |
#R1#
Farquharson shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Niskanen as he avoids it easily.
Farquharson shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Niskanen but Niskanen pushes him off and we're back to square one.#TD#
Farquharson gets a double leg takedown into Niskanen's guard.
Farquharson stops Niskanen from standing up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farquharson controlling from the top position.
Niskanen is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Farquharson is controlling him. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T1#
Farquharson goes for a double leg but Niskanen avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Niskanen continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hamish Farquharson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Niskanen tries a body shot but Farquharson blocks it.
Niskanen stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Niskanen throws a punch but it's blocked by Farquharson.
Farquharson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Farquharson fails to pull guard.
Farquharson tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Niskanen just stands there and leans against the cage.
Farquharson goes for a takedown attempt but Niskanen pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Farquharson takes one on the button.
Farquharson looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Despite the aggression on Niskanen's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Farquharson is trying hard to land a takedown here. Niskanen sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Niskanen was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#CL2#
Niskanen rushes Farquharson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Niskanen misses with the head strike.
#T2#
Niskanen prevents the takedown attempt.
Farquharson drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Niskanen stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Farquharson is breathing heavily.
Farquharson blocks an uppercut.
Niskanen pushes Farquharson back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Niskanen gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Farquharson.
#BC2#
Niskanen pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Farquharson misses with a takedown
and Niskanen counters with a stiff right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Farquharson tries for a takedown but Niskanen circles away easily
and Niskanen counters with a straight right hand.
Niskanen rushes Farquharson with punches - Farquharson moves straight backwards instead of circling and gets clipped by the second strike... and the third... and the fourth! Oh, Farquharson goes down! Niskanen follows up with more strikes and the ref steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Rivo Niskanen!
After winning the bout, Rivo Niskanen 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:
SPPS Resurrection 012
Date: Nov 16, 2024 |
#R1#
Farquharson takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
#TD#
Farquharson feints and as Alieva raises his hands in defense, Farquharson changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Farquharson looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Alieva controls Farquharson momentarily but Farquharson frees himself. #SUB2#
Alieva looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Alieva looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alieva working a defensive guard here.
Farquharson stopping the sweep attempt from Alieva.#T1#
Farquharson 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. #SUB2#
Alieva throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Farquharson showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Farquharson is sitting in close to Alieva's body. Alieva has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Farquharson is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Farquharson is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Alieva.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Nurislam Alieva! |
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Event:
SSG 359 Majere vs Hunt
Date: Oct 06, 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 13 wins and 11 losses; Hamish Farquharson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 17 losses; Quinn Barnett!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Frank Dennis and Tiny Johnson.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Farquharson.#TD2#
Barnett drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Farquharson (0) vs (4) Barnett
Farquharson tries to buck Barnett off but Barnett is having none of it.
Barnett content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Barnett advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Farquharson (0) vs (6) Barnett
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farquharson is working to get back to half guard.
#T1#
Barnett sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Barnett tries to control but Farquharson wriggling away.
Farquharson keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Barnett controlling from the full mount.
Farquharson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Farquharson is working hard here to advance position.
Barnett trying to control but Farquharson is having none of it. #T2#
Barnett content just to control the position here.
Farquharson can't escape the position.
Barnett trying to control but Farquharson is having none of it.
Farquharson sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T3#
Farquharson keeping control of the position.
Barnett tries to pass the half guard into mount. Farquharson knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Farquharson moves into full guard.
Farquharson is adopting a defensive guard.
Farquharson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Barnett engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Farquharson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Barnett is one step ahead there.
Farquharson is trying to keep Barnett in close.
Barnett wants to control from the top but Farquharson keeps moving.
Farquharson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Farquharson is pulling down on Barnett's head to control his posture.
Farquharson looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T5#
Barnett stays in close to Farquharson's body and controls the position.
Farquharson looking for a sweep. Not yet Farquharson, not yet.
Farquharson pulls Barnett in close to his closed guard and prevents Barnett from doing any damage or advancing position.
Farquharson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Barnett's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Farquharson (2) vs (6) Barnett
Barnett is pulling down on Farquharson's head. It's preventing any offense from Farquharson, at least for the moment.
Barnett looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Farquharson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T6#
Barnett wants to sweep but no luck.
Farquharson slips nicely into half guard.
Barnett gets full guard.
Barnett wants to control the position but Farquharson says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Barnett is not content to let Farquharson control the position.#SUB#
Farquharson is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Barnett defends it well.
Farquharson perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T7#
Barnett is refusing to be controlled, as Farquharson sits in half guard.
Farquharson tries to pass the half guard into mount. Barnett knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Farquharson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Barnett keeps working.
Farquharson passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Barnett! Score +3 for passing guard: Farquharson (5) vs (6) Barnett
Barnett tries to lock up and control but Farquharson gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T8#
Barnett slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Barnett is looking to improve his position.
Farquharson is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Barnett trying to hold on to Farquharson's head to control him but Farquharson postures up.
#SUB2#
Barnett is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Farquharson pulls his head out easily.
Barnett wants to get back to full guard.#T9#
Barnett manages to get to full guard.
Barnett controls Farquharson momentarily but Farquharson frees himself.
Barnett keeping full guard, as Farquharson tries to pass.
Farquharson won't allow Barnett to sweep him here.
Farquharson trying to control but Barnett is working from the bottom.
Barnett wants to sweep but no luck. #T10#
Barnett is trying to keep Farquharson in close.
Barnett seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Farquharson wants to control from the top but Barnett keeps moving.
Farquharson tries to free his leg and advance position but Barnett is retaining full guard.
Barnett trying to keep a closed guard but Farquharson is proving a slippery customer.
#T11#
Farquharson preventing the sweep.
Farquharson pushes down on Barnett's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Barnett is looking to control Farquharson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Barnett avoid being mounted?
Barnett is pressing down on Farquharson's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Farquharson wants to pass the guard but Barnett is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Barnett is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Farquharson trying to control but Barnett is working from the bottom. #T12#
Farquharson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Farquharson wants to control from the top but Barnett keeps moving.
Farquharson preventing the sweep.
Barnett is controlling Farquharson's posture.
Barnett keeping full guard, as Farquharson tries to pass. #T13#
Barnett keeping moving, preventing Farquharson from controlling successfully.
Barnett wants to control but Farquharson passes easily into half guard.
Farquharson sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Barnett trying to control but Farquharson postures up.
Still in half guard, Farquharson seems content to control.#T14#
Barnett is trying to maintain the position but Farquharson is very close to passing his half guard.
Farquharson prevents Barnett from improving his position.#SUB2#
Barnett looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Farquharson content to control rather than advance.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Farquharson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
And that's the end of the fight!
Barnett wins on points by 6 to 5.
An out of breath Quinn Barnett 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:
SSG 350 Ottke vs Macker
Date: Sep 08, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 5 losses; Korben Dallas! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 11 losses; Hamish Farquharson!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Tiny Johnson and George Francis.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Dallas fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Farquharson sprawls well initially but Dallas persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dallas (2) vs (0) Farquharson
Farquharson is looking for a sweep. Dallas is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Dallas has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Farquharson wants to control but Dallas is keeping busy.
Well, if Dallas 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.
Farquharson is refusing to be controlled, as Dallas sits in half guard. #SUB#
Dallas seems to be working for a kimura but Farquharson defends the submission attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Farquharson is defending against the submission attempts here by Dallas.
#SUB#
Dallas is looking for a kimura here.
#T1#
Farquharson is positioning himself well to prevent Dallas advancing to mount. #SUB#
Dallas is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Dallas works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Dallas (5) vs (0) Farquharson
Dallas looking to control but Farquharson is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Farquharson keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T2#
Farquharson tries to lock up and control but Dallas gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Dallas controlling from mount.
Dallas trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Dallas prevents Farquharson from getting the reversal.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dallas wants to control the pace but Farquharson is squirming around nicely. #SUB#
Dallas wants to finish this one by submission but Farquharson is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Dallas.
Farquharson is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T3#
Dallas trying to control but Farquharson is having none of it.
Farquharson regains half guard.
Farquharson is looking for a sweep. Dallas is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Dallas trying to control the action but Farquharson is working from the bottom.
Farquharson has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#SUB#
Dallas is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Farquharson is just riding it out for now. Dallas eventually gives up the hold.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Farquharson is staying active underneath Dallas, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T4#
Farquharson has his hands clasped together around Dallas's back. He's all about the action.#SUB#
Dallas is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Dallas is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Farquharson is just riding it out for now. Dallas eventually gives up the hold.
Farquharson regains full guard. Nicely done.
Dallas passes into half guard. #SUB#
Dallas is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T5##SUB#
Dallas is trying to work for a kimura but Farquharson is defending well.
Farquharson wants to improve his position but Dallas is controlling well.
Dallas is pressing down on Farquharson's thigh, looking to free his foot. Farquharson is holding on for now.
Farquharson wants to control but Dallas is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Dallas is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Farquharson has managed to free his arm - good work.
Dallas wants to pass to mount but Farquharson is defending the position. #T6##SUB#
Dallas is working for a submission of some sort.
Farquharson wants to control but Dallas is keeping busy.
Farquharson is looking to improve his position.
Dallas wants to control but Farquharson is keeping him busy.
Farquharson moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T7#
Farquharson wants to sweep here but Dallas controlling him for the moment.
Farquharson seems keen to control Dallas's posture.
Farquharson keeping moving, preventing Dallas from controlling successfully.
Farquharson controlling Dallas's posture.
Dallas passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Dallas (8) vs (0) Farquharson
Farquharson regains half guard.
Farquharson has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Dallas is working away from the top position though.#T8#
Farquharson is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Dallas is working for a submission of some sort.
Farquharson tries to get to full guard but Dallas has control of the leg.
Dallas tries to pass to full mount but Farquharson defends it.
Farquharson slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Farquharson controlling Dallas's posture. #T9#
Dallas wants to pass the guard but Farquharson is keeping the position.
Farquharson wants to sweep but no luck.
Farquharson controlling Dallas's posture.
Farquharson 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: Dallas (8) vs (2) Farquharson#T10#
Farquharson wants to free his trapped foot but Dallas is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Dallas is trying to control but Farquharson manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Dallas (8) vs (5) Farquharson
Dallas tries to improve his position but instead Farquharson has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Dallas (8) vs (8) Farquharson#SUB2#
Farquharson is working on the RNC. He looks like he's got it but Dallas won't tap... Oh, he's out! The ref rips Farquharson off his unconscious opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Hamish Farquharson!
During a confident post fight interview, Hamish Farquharson thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SSG 344 Hall vs Bar
Date: Aug 18, 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 11 wins and 11 losses; Hamish Farquharson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 19 losses; Paul Gascoigne!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Percy O'Donnell and Don Winkell.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Farquharson is defended easily by Gascoigne.#TD#
Farquharson dives in and scores a takedown into Gascoigne's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Farquharson (2) vs (0) Gascoigne
Gascoigne is trying to keep Farquharson in close.
Gascoigne is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Farquharson being controlled here momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Gascoigne looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Farquharson sitting in guard here, content to control.
Gascoigne wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Farquharson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Gascoigne looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Farquharson 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. #T2#
Gascoigne has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Farquharson has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Farquharson (5) vs (0) Gascoigne
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gascoigne wants to control but Farquharson postures up.#SUB#
Gascoigne wants to improve his position, back to half guard but Farquharson has ideas of his own. He's got hold of Gascoigne's far side arm and it looks like he's got an Americana. Ohh! Ohhhh! OOOOOOOOOH! A human being's arm is not meant to bend like that! Gascoigne is tapping like a morse code operator on the Titanic! SOS SOS! He's out of here! Great win for Farquharson!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Hamish Farquharson!
Hamish Farquharson thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SSG 339 Elvul vs Helvig
Date: Aug 04, 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 40 wins and 50 losses; Jari Laitila! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 10 losses; Hamish Farquharson!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Tiny Johnson and Alan Glass.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Farquharson shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Laitila manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Laitila (0) vs (2) Farquharson
Farquharson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Farquharson stopping the sweep attempt from Laitila.
Farquharson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Laitila bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Farquharson's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Laitila (2) vs (2) Farquharson
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Laitila tries to free his leg and advance position but Farquharson is retaining full guard.
Farquharson trying to control the position here.
Laitila tries to free his leg and advance position but Farquharson is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laitila won't allow Farquharson to sweep him here.
Laitila might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Farquharson holds on and takes a little breather.
Laitila trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Farquharson controlling the position.
Laitila stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Farquharson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Laitila is fighting to break Farquharson's control of his arms but Farquharson is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#SUB#
Laitila drops back looking for a leg! Farquharson is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Farquharson manages to kick Laitila off! Laitila jumps back into Farquharson's guard.
Laitila pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Farquharson is keeping the position for now.
Laitila is working hard here to advance position.
Our spies down at at The Purpose Martial Arts Academy inform us that Farquharson has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Farquharson has Laitila pulled in close to control his posture. #T2#
Farquharson is continuing to stall.
Farquharson keeping full guard, as Laitila tries to pass.
Farquharson has his hands on Laitila's head, controlling the position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Laitila wants to pass the guard but Farquharson is keeping the position.
Farquharson controlling Laitila's posture.
Laitila stopping the sweep attempt from Farquharson.#T3#
Laitila trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Farquharson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Farquharson 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: Laitila (2) vs (4) Farquharson
Laitila tries to roll over but Farquharson keeps him under control.
Farquharson is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Laitila reverses the position - he's now on top in Farquharson's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Laitila (4) vs (4) Farquharson
Laitila trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've been hearing good reports from Laitila'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.
Laitila wants to control from the top but Farquharson keeps moving.
Laitila looking to pass the guard. #T4#
Laitila slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Laitila (7) vs (4) Farquharson#SUB#
Laitila wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Farquharson, who protects the arm well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Laitila swings around for an armbar but Farquharson sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Laitila's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Laitila (7) vs (6) Farquharson#SUB#
Laitila is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Farquharson is aware though and is defending well.
Farquharson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB#
Laitila throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Farquharson escapes and throws Laitila's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Laitila (7) vs (9) Farquharson#T5#
Laitila is looking to reverse the position.
Laitila manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Laitila (9) vs (9) Farquharson
Farquharson wants to control but Laitila is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Farquharson is holding on to half guard well.
Laitila looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Farquharson is trying to maintain the position but Laitila is very close to passing his half guard.
Farquharson wants to get back to full guard.
Laitila looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T6#
Farquharson moves into full guard.
Laitila stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Farquharson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Laitila preventing the sweep.
Farquharson is pulling down on Laitila's head to control his posture.
Let's hope that Farquharson 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.
Laitila preventing the sweep. #T7#
Laitila is stalling in the full guard.
Laitila stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Farquharson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Laitila passes Farquharson's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Laitila prevents Farquharson from improving his position.#SUB#
Laitila 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.
Laitila passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Laitila (12) vs (9) Farquharson#T8#
Laitila is trying to take his opponent's back.
#SUB#
Laitila jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Farquharson manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Laitila tries to advance to mount but can't. #SUB#
Laitila is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Farquharson knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Laitila looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T9#
Farquharson manages to get back to half guard.
Farquharson wants to control but Laitila is keeping busy.
Laitila looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Farquharson wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Laitila is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Farquharson sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Laitila is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Farquharson is just riding it out for now. Laitila eventually gives up the hold. #T10#
Farquharson is trying is best to control the position here.
Farquharson wants to improve his position but Laitila is controlling well.
Farquharson is trying to control but can't.
#SUB#
Laitila is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Farquharson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Laitila is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Farquharson has managed to free his arm - good work.
Farquharson works his way to full guard. Good work.#T11#
Farquharson wants to hit a sweep here but Laitila passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Farquharson there! Score +3 for passing guard: Laitila (15) vs (9) Farquharson
Laitila wants to take his opponent's back but Farquharson doesn't allow it.
Farquharson is squirming around, avoiding Laitila's attempts to control the action.
Farquharson wants to control but Laitila is having none of it.
Laitila is looking to work his way around to Farquharson's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position. #T12#
Farquharson is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Laitila wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Farquharson tries to lock up and control but Laitila gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Laitila fails to advance to Farquharson's back.
Farquharson is in all sorts of trouble here.
#SUB#
Laitila looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Farquharson is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Farquharson working to try and regain half guard.
#SUB#
Laitila is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Farquharson to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Farquharson shrugs it off. #T13#
Farquharson regains half guard.
Farquharson is looking for a sweep. Laitila is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Laitila tries to pass to full mount but Farquharson defends it. #SUB#
Laitila is trying to work for a kimura but Farquharson is defending well.
#SUB#
Laitila is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Farquharson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T14#
Farquharson preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Farquharson gets back to full guard.
Laitila tries to free his leg and advance position but Farquharson is retaining full guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Farquharson holds on and takes a little breather.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Laitila tries to free his leg and advance position but Farquharson is retaining full guard.
Farquharson has his hands on Laitila's head, controlling the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Laitila takes the fight on points by 15 to 9.
Our winner, Jari Laitila, 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:
SSG 336 Solo vs Finn
Date: Jul 28, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 13 losses; Sergey Makarov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 9 losses; Hamish Farquharson!
The judges for this bout are Reed Andrews, John Roberts and Bruno Lombardi.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Makarov shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Makarov (2) vs (0) Farquharson
Makarov wants to pass the guard but Farquharson is keeping the position.
Makarov is stalling in the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Farquharson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farquharson pulls Makarov in close to prevent any damage.
Makarov wants to pass the guard but Farquharson is keeping the position.#T1#
Makarov wants to control from the top but Farquharson keeps moving.
Makarov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Farquharson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Makarov is one step ahead there.
Farquharson is trying to control the position but Makarov postures up. #T2#
Makarov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Farquharson wants to hit a sweep here but Makarov passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Farquharson there! Score +3 for passing guard: Makarov (5) vs (0) Farquharson
Makarov controlling the pace for now.
Farquharson stops Makarov from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Farquharson is trying to escape the mount.
Farquharson wants to control but Makarov is having none of it.
Farquharson holds of for dear life.#T3#
Makarov controlling the pace for now.
Makarov prevents Farquharson from getting the reversal.
Farquharson keeps trying to improve his position.
Makarov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Farquharson tries to reverse the position but Makarov maintains control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Farquharson wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Makarov (8) vs (0) Farquharson
Makarov biding his time, looking for the opening.
Makarov'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.
Farquharson tries to break free.
Makarov avoiding Farquharson 's attempts to control his hands.
We've been hearing good reports from Makarov'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.
Farquharson tries to escape but Makarov has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Farquharson felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#T5#
Farquharson tries to roll but Makarov sticks to his back.
#T6#
Farquharson is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Makarov avoiding Farquharson 's attempts to control his hands.
Farquharson tries to escape the position.
Farquharson wants to control his opponent's hands but Makarov gets his hands free. #SUB#
Farquharson is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Farquharson turns into Makarov and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (8) vs (2) Farquharson#T7#
Farquharson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Makarov wants to sweep here but Farquharson controlling him for the moment.
Makarov is working hard here to advance position.
Farquharson's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Makarov is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T8#
Farquharson wants to control from the top but Makarov keeps moving.
Makarov is trying to control the position but Farquharson postures up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Makarov is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Makarov (10) vs (2) Farquharson
Makarov trying to control but Farquharson is working from the bottom.
Farquharson seems keen to control Makarov's posture.
Farquharson can't keep his opponent in guard - Makarov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T9#
Farquharson tries to roll over but Makarov keeps him under control.
Makarov not doing much here.
Farquharson is looking for a sweep. Makarov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Farquharson is looking to control Makarov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Farquharson avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Makarov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Farquharson defends it well.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T10#
Makarov trying to mount his opponent but Farquharson defends it.
Well, if Makarov 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.
Makarov is looking to advance position but Farquharson won't allow it.
Makarov stalling.
Farquharson won't allow Makarov to pass to mount. #T11#
Farquharson wants to improve his position but Makarov is controlling well.
Farquharson is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Makarov trying to control the pace.
Makarov prevents Farquharson from improving his position.
Farquharson is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Makarov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Makarov's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Makarov (10) vs (6) Farquharson#T12#
You can see the frustration on Makarov's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Farquharson wants to control the position but Makarov frees himself and scrambles - Farquharson manages to regain control in side control.
Farquharson controls the position.
You can see the frustration on Makarov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Farquharson trying to control the action but Makarov is working from the bottom. #T13#
Makarov tries to improve position but can't.
Makarov regains half guard there - taking advantage of Farquharson's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Farquharson is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Makarov won't allow Farquharson to pass to mount. #T14#
Makarov is holding on to half guard well.
Farquharson prevents Makarov from improving his position.
Farquharson looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Makarov regains full guard. Nicely done.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Makarov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Makarov takes the fight on points by 10 to 6.
Sergey Makarov thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SSG 330 Hall vs Gomes
Date: Jul 14, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 7 losses; Robert Kelly! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 9 losses; Hamish Farquharson!
The judges for this bout are Anthony Taglia, Columbo Gatti and Jonathan Paton.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Kelly closes the distance and clinches.#TD2#
Farquharson wants the takedown. Kelly is fighting it off but Farquharson persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Kelly's guard against the cage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kelly (0) vs (2) Farquharson
Kelly looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Kelly is looking for a triangle but Farquharson pushes his legs off easily.
Farquharson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Kelly keeping moving, preventing Farquharson from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kelly not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Farquharson preventing the sweep. #T1#
Kelly keeping full guard, as Farquharson tries to pass.
Kelly looking to hit a scissor sweep but Farquharson is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Kelly has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Farquharson is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Kelly. Score +3 for passing guard: Kelly (0) vs (5) Farquharson
Kelly tries to improve position but can't.
Farquharson trying to control the position but Kelly is working away.
Farquharson might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Kelly haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Kelly might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T2#
Kelly manages to work his way to half guard, despite Farquharson's best efforts.
Kelly is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Kelly manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Farquharson 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.
Farquharson wants to control from the top but Kelly keeps moving. #SUB#
Kelly working for submissions but it's allowed Farquharson to get to half guard.
Farquharson sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T3#
Farquharson wants to pass to mount but Kelly is defending the position.
Kelly wants to control but Farquharson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Kelly wants to get back to full guard.
Farquharson trying to pass the guard but Kelly defending well.
Kelly is trying to get back to full guard.#T4##SUB2#
Farquharson is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Kelly looking for submissions off his back.
Kelly wants to improve his position but Farquharson is controlling well.
#T5##SUB#
Kelly is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Farquharson pulls his head out easily.
Kelly tries to get to full guard but Farquharson has control of the leg.
Kelly has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Farquharson is working away from the top position though.
Kelly slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Kelly keeping moving, preventing Farquharson from controlling successfully. #T6##SUB#
Kelly looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Farquharson is stalling in the full guard.
Farquharson passes into half guard.
Farquharson trying to control from half guard but Kelly is working away. #T7#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Farquharson in particular looking to stall.
Kelly is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Kelly looking for submissions off his back.
Kelly is looking for a sweep. Farquharson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T8#
Kelly is working hard here to advance position.
Farquharson stalling.
Kelly wants to get back to full guard.
Farquharson works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Kelly (0) vs (8) Farquharson
Kelly is desperately trying to improve his position but Farquharson has a good base and remains in mount.#T9#
Farquharson seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Kelly is holding on tight.
Kelly slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Kelly won't allow Farquharson to pass to mount.
Farquharson is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Farquharson is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Kelly (0) vs (11) Farquharson
Farquharson looking to control but Kelly is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T10#
Farquharson prevents Kelly from getting the reversal.
Farquharson wants to control the pace but Kelly is squirming around nicely.
Farquharson controlling the pace for now.
Farquharson can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Kelly is looking to escape.
Farquharson controlling from the full mount. #T11#
Kelly is trying to escape the mount.
Farquharson content just to control the position here.
Farquharson wants to control the pace but Kelly is squirming around nicely. #T12#
Farquharson prevents Kelly from getting the reversal.
Farquharson controlling from mount.
Kelly wants to control but Farquharson is having none of it.
Farquharson pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Well,Kelly is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?#SUB2#
Farquharson swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Kelly is now in Farquharson's guard. A big mistake from Farquharson there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kelly (2) vs (11) Farquharson
Kelly looking to pass the guard. #T13#
Kelly wants to control from the top but Farquharson keeps moving.
Farquharson seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Farquharson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Farquharson is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Kelly pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Farquharson is keeping the position for now.
Kelly postures up.
#T14#
Farquharson looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Kelly wants to pass the guard but Farquharson is keeping the position.
Kelly engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Kelly postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kelly stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Farquharson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Farquharson managing to control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Farquharson wins on points by 11 to 2.
A victorious Hamish Farquharson 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:
SSG 321 Octavio vs Bar
Date: Jun 23, 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 9 wins and 9 losses; Hamish Farquharson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 36 wins and 19 losses; Thom Thumb!
The judges for this bout are Reed Andrews, Alyssa Summers and Lou da Vinci.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Farquharson rushes Thumb and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Farquharson turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Farquharson manages to end up in side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Farquharson (4) vs (0) Thumb
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.
Thumb is trying to improve his position.
The referee asks Farquharson politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Farquharson prefers to stall for the moment though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thumb manages to get back to half guard.
Farquharson prevents Thumb from improving his position.#T1#
Thumb is positioning himself well to prevent Farquharson advancing to mount. #SUB2#
Thumb with the active half guard here but Farquharson passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Farquharson (7) vs (0) Thumb
Farquharson trying to control the action but Thumb is working from the bottom.
Thumb tries to bench press Farquharson off him but Farquharson keeps the position. #T2#
You can see the frustration on Thumb's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Thumb prevents Farquharson from improving position.
Farquharson is looking to take a break and control but Thumb is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Thumb tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Farquharson wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Thumb struggling a bit here.
Thumb tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad. Score +2 for reaching mount: Farquharson (9) vs (0) Thumb#T3#
Thumb is trying desperately to improve position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Farquharson fails to move to back control.
Thumb tries to reverse the position but Farquharson maintains control.#T4#
Thumb tries to lock up and control but Farquharson gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Farquharson tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Thumb is squirming around, avoiding Farquharson's attempts to control the action.
Farquharson fails to advance to Thumb's back.
Farquharson looking to control and managing it successfully.
Farquharson tries to control but Thumb wriggling away.
Thumb is trying desperately to improve position.#T5#
Thumb is still trying to improve position.
Thumb wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Farquharson (12) vs (0) Thumb
Thumb rolls, trying to escape but Farquharson keeps control of the position.
What can Thumb do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Thumb tries to break free.
#T6#
Farquharson doesn't have the hooks in and Thumb manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Farquharson (12) vs (2) Thumb
Farquharson 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: Farquharson (14) vs (2) Thumb
Farquharson passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Farquharson (17) vs (2) Thumb
Thumb is just holding on here. Farquharson manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Farquharson (20) vs (2) Thumb
Thumb is keeping busy.
Thumb just trying to survive but Farquharson is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #T7##SUB#
Thumb preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Farquharson.
Farquharson keeps control of the position easily here as Thumb tries to buck him off.
Farquharson gets his hands free as Thumb looks to control. #T8#
Thumb is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Farquharson gets his hands free as Thumb looks to control.
Thumb is really stuck here.
Thumb trying to control the hands but Farquharson breaks the grip.
Thumb rolls, trying to escape but Farquharson keeps control of the position.
Farquharson trying to control momentarily.
#SUB#
Farquharson working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Thumb tries to break free.
Thumb staying busy and making it hard for Farquharson to control. #T9#
Farquharson biding his time, looking for the opening.
Farquharson controlling well, preventing Thumb from escaping the position.
Thumb is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Farquharson's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
I would not like to be Thumb right now.
Farquharson trying to control momentarily.
Thumb can't escape the position.
#T10##SUB#
Farquharson looking for the RNC.
Farquharson is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Farquharson wants to control but Thumb is keeping busy.
Thumb is trying to break free.
#T11#
A lull in the action here.
Thumb is in bad spot here.
Thumb looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Farquharson has the hooks in. Thumb is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T12#
Thumb staying busy and making it hard for Farquharson to control.
Thumb just trying to survive but Farquharson is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Thumb looking very determined here, making life difficult for Farquharson.
Thumb tries to break free.
Farquharson gets his hands free as Thumb looks to control.
Farquharson seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Will Farquharson go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
I really don't envy Thumb right now.
#T13#
Farquharson is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
You can see the frustration on Thumb's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Thumb tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Farquharson trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Farquharson wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it. #SUB#
Farquharson moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Thumb has worked his arm free - good work by Thumb!
#T14#
Thumb manages to work his way to half guard, despite Farquharson's best efforts.
Thumb is looking to control Farquharson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Thumb avoid being mounted?
Thumb tries to roll over but Farquharson keeps him under control.
Thumb trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Farquharson manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Farquharson (23) vs (2) Thumb
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Farquharson fails to take his opponent's back.
Thumb is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Farquharson takes the fight on points by 23 to 2.
Hamish Farquharson thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SSG 316 Hlervu vs Ozymandias
Date: Jun 09, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Korben Dallas! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 8 losses; Hamish Farquharson!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Robert Douchet and Alec Ball.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Farquharson clinches. #TD#
Dallas pulls guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Dallas'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.
Farquharson preventing the sweep.
Farquharson postures up.
Farquharson preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Farquharson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dallas has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Farquharson has managed to get both his arms back between Dallas's legs - danger averted.
Farquharson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dallas swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dallas managing to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dallas trying to control the position.
#T1#
Farquharson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
Dallas throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Dallas wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Dallas looking for a guillotine here but Farquharson defends easily.
#T2#
Farquharson trying to control but Dallas is working from the bottom.
Farquharson controlling from the top position.
Dallas is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
Dallas is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Farquharson defends well.
Dallas looking to hit a scissor sweep but Farquharson is one step ahead there. #T3#
Farquharson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Dallas is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Dallas 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.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Farquharson looking to pass the guard. #T4#
Dallas tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Dallas is trying to keep Farquharson in close.
Dallas keeping full guard, as Farquharson tries to pass.
Dallas 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.
Dallas keeping moving, preventing Farquharson from controlling successfully.
Dallas has Farquharson pulled in close to control his posture. #T5#
Farquharson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Dallas keeping moving, preventing Farquharson from controlling successfully.
Dallas is trying to control the position but Farquharson postures up.
Dallas looking to hit a scissor sweep but Farquharson is one step ahead there. #T6#
Farquharson trying to control the position from guard on top but Dallas is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dallas wants to sweep here but Farquharson controlling him for the moment.
Farquharson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Dallas bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Farquharson's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dallas (2) vs (0) Farquharson#T7#
Dallas pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Farquharson is keeping the position for now.
Farquharson looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Dallas trying to control but Farquharson is working from the bottom.
Farquharson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Dallas's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dallas (2) vs (2) Farquharson
Dallas looking to control.
#SUB#
Dallas is looking for a triangle but Farquharson pushes his legs off easily.
Farquharson showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Farquharson wants to control from the top but Dallas keeps moving. #T8#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dallas is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dallas (4) vs (2) Farquharson
Farquharson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Dallas's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dallas (4) vs (4) Farquharson
Farquharson won't allow Dallas to sweep him here.
Farquharson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dallas is keeping the position for now. #T9#
Dallas is trying to control the position but Farquharson postures up.
Farquharson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Farquharson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Farquharson's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Dallas wants to sweep but no luck.
Farquharson postures up.
Dallas keeping moving, preventing Farquharson from controlling successfully.
Dallas wants to sweep but no luck. #T10#
Dallas keeping moving, preventing Farquharson from controlling successfully.
Farquharson slips nicely into half guard.
Dallas is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Dallas looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Farquharson is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Dallas is looking to improve his position.
#T11##SUB2#
Farquharson is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Dallas has managed to free his arm - good work.
Dallas has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Farquharson is working away from the top position though.
Farquharson sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T12#
Dallas wants to control but Farquharson is keeping busy.
Dallas regains full guard. Nicely done.
Farquharson being controlled here momentarily.
Farquharson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T13#
Dallas 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.
Dallas looking to control.
#T14#
Dallas is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Farquharson is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Farquharson preventing the sweep.
Farquharson tries to free his leg and advance position but Dallas is retaining full guard.
Dallas wants to sweep but no luck.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Farquharson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Farquharson trying to control but Dallas is working from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Dallas gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Dallas takes the fight on points by 5 to 4.
A relieved looking Korben Dallas 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:
SSG 313 Hunt vs Chai
Date: Jun 02, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 6 losses; Niles Standish! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 8 losses; Hamish Farquharson!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Yves DeLean and William Peck.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Horrible takedown attempt by Standish or perhaps it was just good defense by Farquharson, which made it look bad.
Farquharson shoots in for a takedown but Standish shows good takedown defense. #TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Farquharson enables Standish to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Farquharson manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Standish (2) vs (0) Farquharson
We've been hearing good reports from Standish'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.
Standish trying to control the position from guard on top but Farquharson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Standish controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Farquharson has control of Standish's left arm, preventing Standish from doing any damage.
Standish controlling from the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farquharson wants to sweep here but Standish controlling him for the moment.
Standish passes into half guard. #T1#
Farquharson is looking to control Standish's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Farquharson avoid being mounted?
Standish trying to mount his opponent but Farquharson defends it.
Farquharson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Standish sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Farquharson works his way to full guard. Good work.
Standish showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T2#
Farquharson has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Farquharson looking for a sweep. Not yet Farquharson, not yet.
Standish wants to control from the top but Farquharson keeps moving.
Farquharson controlling the position.
Standish preventing the sweep.
Standish is stalling in the full guard.
Farquharson controlling Standish's posture. #T3#
Standish wants to control from the top but Farquharson keeps moving.
Farquharson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Farquharson looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T4#
Standish trying to control the position from guard on top but Farquharson 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.
Standish is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Standish trying to control the position from guard on top but Farquharson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Standish wants to pass the guard but Farquharson is keeping the position.#T5#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Standish preventing the sweep.
Farquharson controlling Standish's posture.
Farquharson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Standish sitting in guard here, content to control.
Standish stopping the sweep attempt from Farquharson.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Farquharson holds on and takes a little breather.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T6#
Standish's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Standish wants to pass the guard but Farquharson is keeping the position.
Farquharson is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Standish slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Farquharson controlling Standish's posture.
Standish showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T7#
Farquharson keeping full guard, as Standish tries to pass.
Farquharson wants to sweep here but Standish controlling him for the moment.
Standish is stalling in the full guard.
Farquharson 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.
Farquharson has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Standish has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Standish (5) vs (0) Farquharson#T8#
Farquharson gets back to half guard.
Standish keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Standish trying to mount his opponent but Farquharson defends it.
The fighters are battling for position here. Farquharson manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Standish trying to control the position from guard on top but Farquharson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T9#
Standish trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Standish wants to control from the top but Farquharson keeps moving.
Farquharson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Farquharson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Standish manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Standish (5) vs (2) Farquharson
Standish pulls Farquharson in close to prevent any damage.
Standish has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T10#
Standish wants to hit a sweep here but Farquharson passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Standish there! Score +3 for passing guard: Standish (5) vs (5) Farquharson
Standish wants to hold on but Farquharson pushes him away.
Farquharson looking to control and managing it successfully.
Standish working to try and regain half guard.
#T11#
Standish slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Farquharson performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Standish wants to control but Farquharson passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Standish (5) vs (8) Farquharson
Farquharson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Standish keeps working.
Standish is looking for a sweep.#T12#
Standish can't do much from the bottom here.
A lull in the action here.#T13##SUB2#
Farquharson is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Standish knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Standish is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Farquharson's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Standish is trying to control but can't.
Farquharson wants to control but Standish is keeping him busy.
Farquharson is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Standish is trying to control but can't.
#T14#
Farquharson prevents Standish from improving his position.
Standish keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Farquharson in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Standish tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Farquharson!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Hamish Farquharson!
Hamish Farquharson thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SSG 308 Elvul vs Ottke
Date: May 26, 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 1 wins and 0 losses; Lehel Bartasz! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 7 losses; Hamish Farquharson!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Daniel Cesar and Alexandre Firmino.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Farquharson shoots in looking for a takedown but Bartasz manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Farquharson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Farquharson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bartasz is fending him off so far but Farquharson persists. Nope, Bartasz circles away and we're back to standing.#TD#
Bartasz gets a double leg takedown into Farquharson's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Bartasz (2) vs (0) Farquharson
Bartasz is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Bartasz being controlled here momentarily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bartasz tries to free his leg and advance position but Farquharson is retaining full guard.
Farquharson keeping moving, preventing Bartasz from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bartasz advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Bartasz (5) vs (0) Farquharson
Bartasz taking a breather here. #T1#
Bartasz is looking to take a break and control but Farquharson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Farquharson gets back to half guard.
Bartasz wants to pass the guard but Farquharson is defending well.
Farquharson felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#T2#
Farquharson keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Bartasz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Farquharson keeps working.
Farquharson is trying to get back to full guard.
Farquharson keeps control of the position for the meantime. #T3#
Farquharson wants to get back to full guard.
Farquharson controlling the position for now.
Bartasz is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Bartasz trying to control the position from guard on top but Farquharson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bartasz looking to pass the guard.
Bartasz wants to control from the top but Farquharson keeps moving. #T4#
Bartasz tries to free his leg and advance position but Farquharson is retaining full guard.
Bartasz stands and throws Farquharson's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Bartasz (8) vs (0) Farquharson
Farquharson struggling a bit here.
Bartasz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Farquharson keeps working.
Bartasz laying and praying for a moment but Farquharson takes advantage and regains half guard.
Bartasz wants to free his trapped foot but Farquharson is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T5#
Bartasz working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Farquharson's thigh. Farquharson counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Bartasz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Farquharson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bartasz wants to control from the top but Farquharson keeps moving.
Farquharson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Bartasz manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bartasz (8) vs (2) Farquharson
Farquharson trying to control the position from guard on top but Bartasz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Farquharson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T6#
Farquharson preventing the sweep.
Farquharson wants to control from the top but Bartasz keeps moving.
Farquharson wants to pass the guard but Bartasz is keeping the position.
Bartasz pulls Farquharson in to control the position. #T7#
Farquharson forces his way into half guard.
Farquharson not doing much here.
Farquharson is just content to waste time from the top position. Bartasz takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Farquharson won't allow Bartasz to sweep him here.
Farquharson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T8#
Bartasz has control of Farquharson's left arm, preventing Farquharson from doing any damage.
Bartasz tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Farquharson trying to control but Bartasz is working from the bottom.
Farquharson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Bartasz controlling the position.#T9#
Bartasz looking to control.
Bartasz tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Farquharson stays in close to Bartasz's body and controls the position.
Bartasz looking to control.
Farquharson trying to control but Bartasz is working from the bottom.
Bartasz lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bartasz (10) vs (2) Farquharson#T10#
Farquharson keeping full guard, as Bartasz tries to pass.
Farquharson 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.
Bartasz tries to free his leg and advance position but Farquharson is retaining full guard.
Bartasz is working hard here to advance position.
Bartasz looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Bartasz preventing the sweep. #T11#
Farquharson keeping moving, preventing Bartasz from controlling successfully.
Farquharson managing to control the position.
Farquharson is continuing to stall.
Bartasz not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Bartasz wants to pass the guard but Farquharson is keeping the position.#T12#
Farquharson 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.
Farquharson is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Farquharson has Bartasz pulled in close to control his posture.
Farquharson trying to keep a closed guard but Bartasz is proving a slippery customer.
Bartasz wants to pass the guard but Farquharson is keeping the position.
Bartasz wants to control from the top but Farquharson keeps moving. #T13#
Farquharson is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Farquharson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Bartasz's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Farquharson keeping full guard, as Bartasz tries to pass.
Bartasz trying to control the position from guard on top but Farquharson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bartasz preventing the sweep.
Bartasz trying to control but Farquharson is working from the bottom. #T14#
Bartasz stands and throws Farquharson's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Bartasz (13) vs (2) Farquharson
Farquharson sneaks back into half guard.
Bartasz wants to free his trapped foot but Farquharson is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Farquharson wants to improve his position but Bartasz is controlling well.
Bartasz wants to free his trapped foot but Farquharson 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!
Bartasz takes the fight on points by 13 to 2.
A very excited looking Lehel Bartasz 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:
SSG 304 Solo vs Elvul
Date: May 12, 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 7 wins and 7 losses; Hamish Farquharson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 18 losses; Nedry Kuang!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Jack Bonds and Percy O'Donnell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Farquharson looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Farquharson (2) vs (0) Kuang
Kuang is doing well to control the position and prevent Farquharson from advancing to side control.#SUB2#
Kuang looking for submissions off his back.
Kuang is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Well, if Farquharson 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.
Kuang has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuang is trying to get back to full guard.
Kuang is trying is best to control the position here. #T1#
Kuang is trying to get back to full guard.
Farquharson not doing much here.
#SUB2#
Kuang has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Farquharson escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Farquharson! Score +3 for passing guard: Farquharson (5) vs (0) Kuang
Kuang seems a little lost for a moment, as Farquharson dominates the positioning.#T2#
Farquharson trying to control the action but Kuang is working from the bottom.
Farquharson content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Farquharson wants to control but Kuang is keeping him busy.
Kuang has one of Farquharson's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kuang is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T3#
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Kuang is trying to control Farquharson's posture but Farquharson avoids it.
Farquharson trying to control the position but Kuang is working away.
Kuang tries to buck Farquharson off but Farquharson is having none of it.
Farquharson just content to control the position. #T4#
Farquharson is looking to take a break and control but Kuang is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kuang controls the position for a moment.
Kuang is trying to work for a sweep but Farquharson has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Farquharson (7) vs (0) Kuang
Kuang is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Kuang is squirming around, avoiding Farquharson's attempts to control the action.
Farquharson controlling the pace for now.
Kuang is working to get back to half guard.
#T5#
Kuang bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Farquharson (7) vs (2) Kuang#SUB#
Kuang avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Kuang stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Farquharson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Farquharson seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Farquharson looking for a sweep. Not yet Farquharson, not yet. #T6##SUB2#
Kuang thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Farquharson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kuang trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Farquharson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Farquharson 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.
Kuang is pushing down on Farquharson's leg trying to pass to half guard. Farquharson is fighting to maintain full guard but Kuang has managed to sneak the leg through.
Kuang wants to control but Farquharson is keeping him busy. #T7#
Still in half guard, Kuang seems content to control.
Kuang is looking to take a break and control but Farquharson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kuang is pressing down on Farquharson's thigh, looking to free his foot. Farquharson is holding on for now.
Kuang keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Kuang is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Kuang frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Farquharson (7) vs (5) Kuang
Farquharson working to try and regain half guard.
#T8#
Farquharson sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Kuang trying to control from half guard but Farquharson is working away.
Farquharson tries to get to full guard but Kuang has control of the leg.
Kuang is trying to control. Farquharson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Farquharson won't allow Kuang to pass to mount.
Farquharson is trying to control but can't.
Farquharson is looking for a sweep. Kuang is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T9#
Farquharson trying to control from the bottom.
Kuang is looking to take a break and control but Farquharson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Kuang is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Kuang sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Farquharson regains full guard. Nicely done. #T10##SUB#
Kuang avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Kuang slips nicely into half guard.
Kuang wants to take a breather but Farquharson is having none of it.
Kuang is pressing down on Farquharson's thigh, looking to free his foot. Farquharson is holding on for now.
Kuang trying to control from half guard but Farquharson is working away.
Kuang content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T11#
Kuang is looking to take a break and control but Farquharson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kuang tries to pass to full mount but Farquharson defends it.
Kuang passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Farquharson (7) vs (8) Kuang
Kuang looking to control and managing it successfully. #T12#
Kuang trying to control but Farquharson is having none of it.
Farquharson working to try and regain half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T13#
Farquharson wants to hold on but Kuang pushes him away.
Farquharson can't escape the position.
Kuang wants to control the pace but Farquharson is squirming around nicely.
Farquharson is looking to improve his position but Kuang isn't that keen on the idea.
Farquharson manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Kuang is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T14#
Farquharson is not content to let Kuang control the position.
Kuang wants to free his trapped foot but Farquharson is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Farquharson gets full guard.#SUB#
Farquharson looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Farquharson 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: Farquharson (9) vs (8) Kuang
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kuang keeps control of the position for the meantime.
And that's the end of the fight!
Farquharson takes the fight on points by 9 to 8.
Our winner, Hamish Farquharson, 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.
Nedry Kuang spoke after the fight, saying 'å°ç‹¬ä¸‡å²ï¼ä¸‡ä¸‡å²ï¼'. |
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Event:
SSG 296 Feet vs McCain
Date: Apr 28, 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 7 wins and 6 losses; Hamish Farquharson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 11 losses; Quinn Barnett!
The judges for this bout are Steve Montenegro, Jorge Garcia and Reed Andrews.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Barnett is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Farquharson's half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Farquharson (0) vs (2) Barnett#SUB2#
Barnett is working for a submission of some sort.
Barnett is thwarting Farquharson's attempts to control the position.
Barnett passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Farquharson (0) vs (5) Barnett
Barnett takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farquharson is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Farquharson is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at New York Public Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Farquharson is controlling an arm, preventing Barnett from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Farquharson is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T1#
Barnett is looking to work his way around to Farquharson's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position. #SUB2#
Barnett jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Farquharson is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Farquharson and Barnett has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Farquharson gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Farquharson (0) vs (7) Barnett
Farquharson regains half guard.
Barnett wants to take a breather but Farquharson is having none of it.
Farquharson wants to control but Barnett is keeping busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Barnett wants to pass the guard but Farquharson is defending well. #SUB2#
Barnett is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Farquharson sees it coming and defends easily.#T2#
Farquharson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Farquharson is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
Barnett is looking for a kimura but Farquharson is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Barnett to get the leverage.
Farquharson trying to control but Barnett postures up.
#SUB2#
Barnett wants to work for an arm triangle but Farquharson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Barnett is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Farquharson trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Barnett is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Farquharson defends it well. #SUB2#
Barnett is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Farquharson has managed to free his arm - good work. #T3#
Barnett stalling.
Farquharson moves into full guard.
Farquharson wants to improve his position but instead Barnett has moved into half guard.
Farquharson tries to roll over but Barnett keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Barnett seems to be working for a kimura but Farquharson defends the submission attempt.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Barnett tries to pass the half guard into mount. Farquharson knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Barnett is trying to control. Farquharson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T4#
Farquharson trying to hold on to Barnett's head to control him but Barnett postures up.
Barnett not doing much here.
Farquharson is looking for a sweep. Barnett is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Barnett is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Farquharson (0) vs (10) Barnett
Farquharson is looking to improve his position but Barnett isn't that keen on the idea.#SUB2#
Barnett has hold of Farquharson's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Farquharson manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Farquharson can't escape the position.
Farquharson slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Farquharson is looking for a sweep. Barnett is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T5##SUB2#
Barnett is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Farquharson still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Farquharson has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Farquharson (4) vs (10) Barnett
Barnett is looking to regain half guard here but Farquharson keeps moving and retains side control.
Barnett stops Farquharson from passing to mount.
Barnett is not content to let Farquharson control the position.
Farquharson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Farquharson is really struggling to control Barnett but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T6#
Farquharson advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Farquharson (6) vs (10) Barnett
Farquharson looking to control but Barnett is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Barnett manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Barnett trying to control here.
Barnett gets back to full guard.
#SUB2#
Farquharson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T7#
Farquharson is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2#
Barnett looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Barnett keeping full guard, as Farquharson tries to pass.
Farquharson sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T8#
Barnett is trying to keep Farquharson in close.
Farquharson trying to control but Barnett is working from the bottom.
Barnett trying to keep a closed guard but Farquharson is proving a slippery customer.
Farquharson looking to pass the guard. #T9#
Barnett 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.
Barnett manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Farquharson manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Farquharson (6) vs (12) Barnett
Barnett looking to pass the guard.
Barnett controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Farquharson is looking for a triangle but Barnett pushes his legs off easily.
Barnett not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Barnett avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T10#
Barnett trying to control the position from guard on top but Farquharson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Barnett advances to half guard.
Farquharson trying to hold on to Barnett's head to control him but Barnett postures up.
Barnett wants to lay and pray for a moment but Farquharson keeps working.
Barnett is thwarting Farquharson's attempts to control the position.
Barnett wants to control but Farquharson is keeping him busy.
Barnett content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T11#
Barnett trying to control from half guard but Farquharson is working away. #SUB2#
Barnett is looking for a kimura here.
Barnett prevents Farquharson from improving his position.
Farquharson moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Farquharson trying to control the position.
Barnett tries to free his leg and advance position but Farquharson is retaining full guard. #T12#
Barnett trying to control but Farquharson is working from the bottom.
Barnett is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Farquharson is trying to keep Barnett in close.
Farquharson keeping full guard, as Barnett tries to pass.
Farquharson looking to control.
Barnett sitting in guard here, content to control.
Farquharson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Barnett is one step ahead there.
Farquharson is trying to keep Barnett in close.
#T13#
Barnett works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Farquharson is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
Barnett 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.
Farquharson is concentrating on defense, preventing Barnett from advancing position. #SUB2#
Barnett is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Farquharson is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Barnett's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Barnett's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Farquharson (10) vs (12) Barnett#T14#
Barnett tries to roll but Farquharson sticks to his back.
Farquharson is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Barnett tries to escape but Farquharson has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB#
Farquharson is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Barnett knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Barnett for a finish.
Farquharson keeps control of the position as Barnett tries to break free.
And that's the end of the fight!
Barnett wins on points by 12 to 10.
Our winner, Quinn Barnett, 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:
SSG 295 Finn vs Chai
Date: Apr 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 7 wins and 5 losses; Hamish Farquharson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 33 losses; Cyrus Ozymandias!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Steve Smith and Gregory Folan.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Farquharson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Farquharson wants it to stay on the feet.#TD2#
Ozymandias scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Farquharson (0) vs (4) Ozymandias
Farquharson can't do much from the bottom here.
Farquharson is looking for a sweep.
You can see the frustration on Farquharson's face as Ozymandias controls the position.
It looks like Ozymandias 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.
Farquharson manages to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farquharson trying to control here.
Farquharson wants to improve his position but Ozymandias is controlling well.
Farquharson has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ozymandias is working away from the top position though.
Ozymandias content to control rather than advance. #T1##SUB#
Farquharson actively working from the bottom here.
Still in half guard, Ozymandias seems content to control.
Ozymandias uses his free foot to push down on Farquharson's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Farquharson. Score +3 for passing guard: Farquharson (0) vs (7) Ozymandias
Farquharson is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Ozymandias fails to advance to Farquharson's back.
Ozymandias controlling from mount.
Farquharson tries to lock up and control but Ozymandias gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Ozymandias takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Ozymandias wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
My spies in Silverback MMA 🦠inform me that Ozymandias has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T2#
Farquharson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ozymandias pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Ozymandias sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Ozymandias's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Farquharson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Farquharson is working hard here to advance position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ozymandias controlling the position easily from mount.
Ozymandias fails to move to back control. #T3#
Ozymandias content just to control the position here.
Farquharson keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Ozymandias pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Ozymandias moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Farquharson (0) vs (10) Ozymandias
Ozymandias is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Ozymandias not allowing Farquharson to control his hands.
You can see the frustration on Farquharson's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T4#
Ozymandias avoiding Farquharson 's attempts to control his hands.
Farquharson is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at New York Public Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Ozymandias has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Farquharson's body.
#T5#
Farquharson trying to control but not successfully.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Ozymandias controlling the positon.
Let's hope that Ozymandias 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.
Farquharson tries to break free.
Ozymandias just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Ozymandias keeps control of the position as Farquharson tries to break free.
#T6#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ozymandias is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Ozymandias is continuing to stall.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Ozymandias.
Farquharson tries to break free.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Well, with Ozymandias on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Farquharson is tapping out... Can he escape the position?#T7#
Farquharson looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Ozymandias controlling the positon.
I really don't envy Farquharson right now.
I would not like to be Farquharson right now.
Farquharson manages to reverse the position and now he's in Ozymandias's guard. Nice work there by Farquharson.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Farquharson (2) vs (10) Ozymandias#T8#
Ozymandias looking to hit a scissor sweep but Farquharson is one step ahead there.
Ozymandias trying to control the position here.
Farquharson content to stall in guard here.
Ozymandias tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ozymandias is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Ozymandias seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Farquharson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T9#
Ozymandias bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Farquharson's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Farquharson (2) vs (12) Ozymandias
Ozymandias controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Ozymandias stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Farquharson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Farquharson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ozymandias preventing the sweep.
Ozymandias stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Farquharson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ozymandias controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Farquharson wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Ozymandias is now in half guard.
Ozymandias seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T10#
Farquharson tries to get to full guard but Ozymandias has control of the leg.
Ozymandias trying to pass the guard but Farquharson defending well.
Ozymandias works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Farquharson (2) vs (15) Ozymandias
Ozymandias pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Ozymandias content just to control the position here.
Farquharson tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T11#
Ozymandias content just to control the position here.
Farquharson tries to hold on but Ozymandias postures up.
Ozymandias controlling the position easily from mount.
Ozymandias can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Farquharson is looking to escape.
Farquharson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ozymandias content just to control the position here. #T12#
Farquharson is wriggling around trying to escape.
Ozymandias controlling the pace for now.
Farquharson prevents Ozymandias from taking his back.
Farquharson is trying to escape the mount.
Ozymandias tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Farquharson is squirming around, avoiding Ozymandias's attempts to control the action.
Farquharson slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#T13##SUB#
Farquharson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ozymandias seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Farquharson is looking for a sweep. Ozymandias is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Farquharson trying to hold on to Ozymandias's head to control him but Ozymandias postures up.
Farquharson holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Farquharson wants to improve his position but Ozymandias is controlling well.
Ozymandias looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Ozymandias looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T14#
Yet more stalling tactics from Ozymandias.
The adventures of Ozymandias the control monster continue. Boring.
Farquharson tries to get to full guard but Ozymandias has control of the leg.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ozymandias controlling the action here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ozymandias wins on points by 15 to 2.
After winning the bout, Cyrus Ozymandias 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:
SSG 289 Octavio vs Maximus
Date: Apr 07, 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 9 wins and 13 losses; Fiddle Sticks! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 5 losses; Hamish Farquharson!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Percy O'Donnell and Timothy Bukovac.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Sticks looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sticks (2) vs (0) Farquharson
Sticks wants to control from the top but Farquharson keeps moving.
Farquharson pulls Sticks in close to prevent any damage.
Farquharson 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.
Sticks tries to free his leg and advance position but Farquharson is retaining full guard.
Farquharson wants to sweep here but Sticks controlling him for the moment.
Farquharson keeping moving, preventing Sticks from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Sticks drops back, looking for a kneebar! Farquharson looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Farquharson looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Farquharson! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Sticks (2) vs (4) Farquharson
You can see the frustration on Sticks's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Farquharson is looking to take a break and control but Sticks is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1##SUB2#
Farquharson looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Sticks struggling a bit here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Farquharson is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sticks is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Sticks trying to control but Farquharson flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Sticks (2) vs (7) Farquharson
Sticks trying to control the hands but Farquharson won't let him. #SUB2#
Farquharson tightening his grip on Sticks, looking for the choke. #T2#
Farquharson not allowing Sticks to control his hands.
Farquharson keeps control of the position as Sticks tries to break free.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sticks is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Sticks showing good submission defense here.
Sticks looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T3#
Sticks rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Farquharson keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Farquharson wants to free his trapped foot but Sticks is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Sticks trying to control but Farquharson postures up.
Farquharson trying to control the action but Sticks is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Sticks actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Sticks is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Farquharson pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Sticks looking for submissions off his back.
Sticks trying to control here.
Farquharson is controlling the pace.
#T4#
Sticks trying to hold on to Farquharson's head to control him but Farquharson postures up.
Farquharson wants to take a breather but Sticks is having none of it. #SUB2#
Farquharson is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Farquharson is trying to work for a kimura but Sticks is defending well.
#SUB2#
Farquharson is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Sticks has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Farquharson is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T5##SUB#
Sticks is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Farquharson pulls his head out easily.
Sticks trying to control but Farquharson postures up.
#SUB#
Sticks looking for submissions off his back.
Sticks is trying to control but can't.
#SUB#
Sticks actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Farquharson is trying to work for a kimura but Sticks is defending well.
#T6#
Sticks trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Sticks (2) vs (10) Farquharson
Sticks is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Farquharson wants to control the pace but Sticks is squirming around nicely.
Sticks is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Sticks is squirming around, avoiding Farquharson's attempts to control the action.
Sticks tries to hold on but Farquharson pushes him away. #SUB2#
Farquharson has control of Sticks's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Sticks regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Farquharson trying to control but Sticks is having none of it.
Sticks is controlling an arm, preventing Farquharson from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
#T7#
Sticks is just holding on here. Farquharson manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Sticks (2) vs (13) Farquharson
Sticks can't escape the position.
Sticks trying to control the hands but Farquharson breaks the grip.
Farquharson has the hooks in. Sticks is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Farquharson is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Sticks trying to control the hands but Farquharson breaks the grip. #SUB2#
Sticks defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Farquharson's arms.
Farquharson avoiding Sticks 's attempts to control his hands. #T8#
Sticks rolls, trying to escape but Farquharson keeps control of the position.
Sticks trying to control the position but Farquharson manages to sink in the hooks.
Sticks is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Farquharson is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB2#
Sticks defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Farquharson not allowing Sticks to control his hands. #T9#
Sticks staying busy and making it hard for Farquharson to control.
Farquharson is not going to allow Sticks to sit and survive in this position.
Farquharson controlling well, preventing Sticks from escaping the position.
Sticks is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Sticks preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Farquharson.
Sticks trying to control but not successfully. #T10##SUB2#
Farquharson has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Sticks looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
I really don't envy Sticks right now.
Sticks trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Sticks wants to escape the position.
Our spies down at at New York Public Gym inform us that Farquharson has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SUB2#
Farquharson is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Farquharson not allowing Sticks to control his hands.
Farquharson controlling from the back.
Farquharson tries to keep control of the position but Sticks is staying busy.
Sticks is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Roosters Coop, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T11##SUB2#
Farquharson is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Sticks is defending well though. Farquharson let's go of the attempt for now.
Farquharson tries to get the hooks in deep but Sticks pushed the leg off.
Sticks trying to control the hands but Farquharson breaks the grip.
Farquharson doesn't have the hooks in and Sticks manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sticks (4) vs (13) Farquharson
Sticks pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Farquharson is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Farquharson is looking for a triangle but Sticks pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Sticks drops back looking for a leg! Farquharson is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Farquharson manages to kick Sticks off! Sticks jumps back into Farquharson's guard.
Sticks wants to control from the top but Farquharson keeps moving. #T12#
Farquharson 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: Sticks (4) vs (15) Farquharson
Farquharson trying to control from half guard but Sticks is working away. #SUB2#
Farquharson is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sticks is just riding it out for now. Farquharson eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Sticks actively working from the bottom here.
Sticks is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
Sticks is trying to control Farquharson's posture. Farquharson takes advantage of the lull and advances to side control. He also appears to have an arm triangle here! Uh oh, big trouble for Sticks! Farquharson is rotating here... this could be the end... Sticks is out! Farquharson has ended this one emphatically! Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 13:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Hamish Farquharson!
A victorious Hamish Farquharson 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:
SSG 281 Darkins vs Shaw
Date: Mar 17, 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 4 losses; Hamish Farquharson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 19 losses; Denubis Majere!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Frank Antenori and Don Winkell.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Farquharson shoots in but Majere avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Majere stuffs the takedown.#TD2#
Majere drives through with a takedown into Farquharson's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Farquharson (0) vs (2) Majere
Farquharson trying to control the position here.
Majere sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Farquharson's guard.
Farquharson trying to control but Majere postures up.
Farquharson is in trouble now - Majere has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Farquharson (0) vs (5) Majere
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farquharson working to try and regain half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Farquharson tries to lock up and control but Majere gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Majere with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Majere trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Farquharson prevents Majere from taking his back.#SUB2#
Majere is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Farquharson to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Farquharson shrugs it off.
Farquharson's coaches at New York Public Gym have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Farquharson has given up his back here. Will Majere look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Farquharson (0) vs (8) Majere#T2##SUB2#
Farquharson has hold of Majere's leg, trying to break free but it's let Majere lock up a rear naked choke! This could be big trouble! Farquharson is turning an unusual color here… he's out! Majere throws him to one side and jumps onto the cage to celebrate with his fans.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Denubis Majere!
Our winner, Denubis Majere, 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:
SSG 272 Hunt vs Edison
Date: Feb 25, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Robert Kelly! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Hamish Farquharson!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Frank Antenori and Timothy Bukovac.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Farquharson is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Kelly's half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kelly (0) vs (2) Farquharson
Kelly trying to control from the bottom.
Farquharson trying to control the action but Kelly is working from the bottom.
Kelly has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Farquharson is working away from the top position though.
Farquharson passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Kelly (0) vs (5) Farquharson
Kelly manages to regain half guard. Good work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kelly slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Farquharson looking to pass the guard.
Kelly might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T1#
Kelly can't keep his opponent in guard - Farquharson advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Kelly looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Farquharson in particular looking to stall.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Farquharson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kelly does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kelly is looking to control Farquharson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kelly avoid being mounted?
Farquharson not doing much here.
#T2##SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Farquharson is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Kelly tries to roll over but Farquharson keeps him under control.
Farquharson wants to pass the guard but Kelly is defending well.
Farquharson content to control rather than advance. #T3##SUB2#
Farquharson 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.
The fighters are battling for position here. Kelly manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Farquharson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kelly swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kelly looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4##SUB#
Kelly looking for a guillotine here but Farquharson defends easily.
Farquharson passes Kelly's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Kelly is in trouble now - Farquharson has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Kelly (0) vs (8) Farquharson
Kelly regains half guard.#SUB2#
Farquharson seems to be working for a kimura but Kelly defends the submission attempt.
Farquharson trying to control from half guard but Kelly is working away. #T5#
Farquharson tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kelly knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Kelly is looking for a sweep. Farquharson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Farquharson seems to be looking for submissions.
Farquharson works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Kelly (0) vs (11) Farquharson
Kelly is looking to improve his position but Farquharson isn't that keen on the idea.
Farquharson with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
#T6#
Kelly wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Kelly (0) vs (14) Farquharson#SUB2#
Kelly is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Farquharson gets his way!
Kelly trying to control the hands but Farquharson won't let him.
Farquharson keeps control of the position easily here as Kelly tries to buck him off.
Kelly is really stuck here.
Our spies down at at New York Public Gym inform us that Farquharson has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T7#
Farquharson struggling to keep hold of the position.
Kelly tries to escape the position.
Farquharson wants to control but Kelly is keeping busy.#SUB2#
Farquharson has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Farquharson is trying to control but Kelly is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
Farquharson takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Score +3 for taking back: Kelly (0) vs (17) Farquharson#SUB2#
Farquharson is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Kelly is defending well though. Farquharson let's go of the attempt for now.
Kelly breaks Farquharson's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kelly (2) vs (17) Farquharson#T8#
Kelly wants to pass the guard but Farquharson is keeping the position.
Kelly being controlled here momentarily.
Farquharson 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: Kelly (2) vs (19) Farquharson
Kelly wants to get back to full guard but Farquharson has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Kelly (2) vs (22) Farquharson
Farquharson is staying tight to Kelly's torso, preventing him from escaping. #T9#
Kelly is looking to reverse the position.
Farquharson wants to control but Kelly is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Farquharson thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Farquharson is trying to get an arm triangle but Kelly is defending well.
Farquharson tries to move into full mount but can't pass Kelly's legs. #T10#
Farquharson has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Kelly (2) vs (24) Farquharson
Kelly tries to reverse the position but Farquharson maintains control.
Farquharson wants to control the pace but Kelly is squirming around nicely.
Kelly is trying to escape the mount.
Farquharson controlling the position easily from mount. #T11#
Farquharson moves to back control. Score +3 for taking back: Kelly (2) vs (27) Farquharson
You can see the frustration on Kelly's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Kelly rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Kelly wants to improve his position but Farquharson is controlling well.
Farquharson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kelly does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Farquharson moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Kelly (2) vs (30) Farquharson#T12#
Farquharson is looking to take a break and control but Kelly is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kelly is trying to improve his position.
Farquharson wants to control but Kelly is keeping him busy.
Kelly tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Farquharson presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Kelly (2) vs (32) Farquharson
Farquharson takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Kelly tries to reverse the position but Farquharson maintains control.#T13#
Kelly tries to lock up and control but Farquharson gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB2#
Farquharson looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Farquharson moves to take his opponent's back. Score +3 for taking back: Kelly (2) vs (35) Farquharson
Farquharson doesn't have the hooks in and Kelly manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kelly (4) vs (35) Farquharson
Kelly stopping the sweep attempt from Farquharson.
Farquharson is trying to control the position but Kelly postures up.
Farquharson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kelly is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Kelly has gone for a leg lock! Farquharson slips out almost immediately though and dives into Kelly's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kelly (4) vs (37) Farquharson#T14#
Kelly 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.
Farquharson passes Kelly's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Kelly wants to get back to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Farquharson trying to control the action but Kelly is working from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Farquharson wins on points by 37 to 4.
Hamish Farquharson thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SSG 266 Hall vs Chai
Date: Feb 11, 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 5 wins and 3 losses; Hamish Farquharson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 4 losses; Niles Standish!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Frank Antenori and Don Winkell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Standish throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Farquharson tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Standish is in Farquharson's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Farquharson (0) vs (2) Standish
Farquharson controls Standish momentarily but Standish frees himself.
Farquharson managing to control the position.
Standish showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Standish trying to control the position from guard on top but Farquharson 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farquharson looking to control.
Farquharson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Standish is one step ahead there.
Farquharson is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T1##SUB#
Farquharson looking for a guillotine here but Standish defends easily.
Standish forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
Standish is looking for a kimura but Farquharson is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Standish to get the leverage.
Standish tries to pass the half guard into mount. Farquharson knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Standish looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Farquharson is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at New York Public Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Standish trying to control the action but Farquharson is working from the bottom.
Farquharson is looking for a sweep. Standish is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Farquharson is controlling Standish's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Farquharson is trying to get back to full guard.
Farquharson wants to sweep but Standish has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Farquharson (0) vs (5) Standish
Farquharson is not content to let Standish control the position. #T3#
Farquharson is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Farquharson is being controlled here. #SUB2#
Farquharson is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Standish's leg. Oh but that's left an opportunity for Standish! He's got an arm triangle... it looks tight! He's rotating and Farquharson has tapped! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Niles Standish!
Niles Standish 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:
SSG 258 Grandall vs Hunt
Date: Jan 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 5 wins and 2 losses; Hamish Farquharson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Excalam Black!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, George Francis and Frank Dennis.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Farquharson shoots in looking for a takedown. Black tries to sprawl out of it but Farquharson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Black manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Black is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Farquharson shoots in but Black avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Black displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Farquharson.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hamish Farquharson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Black clinches up with Farquharson and pushes him back against the cage.#TD#
Farquharson jumps guard and drags Black to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Black tries to free his leg and advance position but Farquharson is retaining full guard.
Farquharson wants to sweep but no luck.
Black tries to free his leg and advance position but Farquharson is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Black advances to half guard. #SUB#
Farquharson actively working from the bottom here.
Black works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Farquharson (0) vs (3) Black
Black tries to advance to mount but Farquharson denies him. #T1#
Farquharson gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Black is working for a kimura but Farquharson is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Black is looking for a kimura but Farquharson is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Black to get the leverage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Farquharson trying to control from the bottom.
Farquharson tries to roll over but Black keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Black is trying to work for a kimura but Farquharson is defending well.
Farquharson has a hand on Black's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Black takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Farquharson (0) vs (6) Black#T2#
Black controlling the pace for now.
Black looking to control but Farquharson is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Farquharson defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Black.
Black prevents Farquharson from getting the reversal.
Farquharson is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at New York Public Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Black controlling from mount.
Farquharson is desperately trying to improve his position but Black has a good base and remains in mount.#T3#
Farquharson is squirming around, avoiding Black's attempts to control the action. #SUB2#
Black is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Farquharson has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Farquharson! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Farquharson (2) vs (6) Black
Black keeping moving, preventing Farquharson from controlling successfully.
Farquharson looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Farquharson wants to pass the guard but Black is keeping the position.#T4#
Farquharson is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Farquharson trying to control but Black is working from the bottom.
Our spies down at at Glory 4 Boxing inform us that Black has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Farquharson postures up.
Farquharson sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Black's guard.
Black is trying to get back to full guard.
Black is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T5#
Black is pressing down on Farquharson's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Farquharson advances to half guard.
Farquharson prevents Black from improving his position.
Farquharson passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Farquharson (5) vs (6) Black
Black regains half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Farquharson in particular looking to stall.#SUB2#
Black looking for submissions off his back.#T6#
Black works his way to full guard. Good work.
Farquharson passes Black's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Farquharson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Black gets back to full guard.
Black tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Farquharson 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#
Black had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Farquharson defends it easily.#T7##SUB2#
Black looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Farquharson has picked Black up and slammed him! Black can't keep hold of the triangle and Farquharson manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Farquharson (8) vs (6) Black
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Farquharson trying to control the action but Black is working from the bottom.
Farquharson tries to move to mount but Black blocks the move with his legs.
Black is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Farquharson's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T8#
Black moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Black working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Farquharson has passed into half guard!
Farquharson looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Black moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Farquharson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Black wants to sweep but no luck. #T9#
Black is looking to sweep but instead, Farquharson has passed into half guard.
Farquharson tries to pass to full mount but Black defends it.
Black is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Farquharson's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Farquharson's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Farquharson (8) vs (10) Black
Black doesn't have the hooks in and Farquharson manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Farquharson (10) vs (10) Black
Black keeping moving, preventing Farquharson from controlling successfully.
Black keeping full guard, as Farquharson tries to pass.
Farquharson wants to control from the top but Black keeps moving. #T10#
Farquharson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Farquharson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Black has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Farquharson has managed to get both his arms back between Black's legs - danger averted.
Black keeping moving, preventing Farquharson from controlling successfully.
Farquharson preventing the sweep.
Farquharson tries to free his leg and advance position but Black is retaining full guard.
Black tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Farquharson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Farquharson sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T11##SUB2#
Black looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Black is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Farquharson has his hands clasped together but Black extends and breaks Farquharson's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Black.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Excalam Black!
Excalam Black 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:
SSG 250 Makarov vs Maximus
Date: Jan 07, 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 4 wins and 2 losses; Hamish Farquharson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 10 losses; Fiddle Sticks!
The judges for this bout are Dean Styles, Jonathan Paton and Columbo Gatti.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Sticks throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Farquharson was covering up waiting for the punch and Sticks finishes the takedown easily into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Farquharson (0) vs (2) Sticks
Sticks trying to control the position from guard on top but Farquharson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sticks might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Farquharson haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Farquharson trying to keep a closed guard but Sticks is proving a slippery customer.
Farquharson looking for a sweep. Not yet Farquharson, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sticks is fighting to break Farquharson's control of his arms but Farquharson is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T1#
Sticks pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Farquharson is keeping the position for now.
Sticks controls from within his opponent's guard.
Farquharson looking for a sweep. Not yet Farquharson, not yet. #SUB#
Farquharson is looking for a triangle but Sticks pushes his legs off easily.
Sticks stays in close to Farquharson's body and controls the position.
Sticks trying to control but Farquharson is working from the bottom.
Sticks slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T2##SUB#
Farquharson pushes a forearm under Sticks's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Sticks is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Hamish Farquharson!
After winning the bout, Hamish Farquharson 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:
SSG 240 Ozymandias vs Pushkin
Date: Dec 10, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Hamish Farquharson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 20 losses; Jacques Chancel!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Robert Twigg and Frank Dennis.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Chancel throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Farquharson was covering up waiting for the punch and Chancel finishes the takedown easily into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Farquharson (0) vs (2) Chancel
Chancel trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Farquharson has his hands on Chancel's head, controlling the position.
Chancel controlling from the top position.
My spies in Funky Gym inform me that Chancel has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Chancel tries to free his leg and advance position but Farquharson is retaining full guard.
Chancel trying to control the position from guard on top but Farquharson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farquharson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Chancel's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Farquharson (2) vs (2) Chancel
Farquharson stopping the sweep attempt from Chancel.
Chancel manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Farquharson manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Farquharson (2) vs (4) Chancel
Farquharson seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#T1#
Chancel trying to control but Farquharson is working from the bottom.
Farquharson looking to control.
#SUB#
Chancel looking to improve position, pressing down on Farquharson's thigh with his hand. Farquharson seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Chancel paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Chancel's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Farquharson picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Hamish Farquharson!
During a confident post fight interview, Hamish Farquharson thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SSG 232 Elvul vs Solo
Date: Nov 26, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 8 losses; CJ Robinson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Hamish Farquharson!
The judges for this bout are Reed Andrews, Jonathan Paton and Lou da Vinci.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Robinson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Farquharson is fending him off so far but Robinson persists. Nope, Farquharson circles away and we're back to standing.#TD#
Robinson shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Robinson (2) vs (0) Farquharson
Farquharson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Robinson is one step ahead there.
Robinson trying to control the position from guard on top but Farquharson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Robinson has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Robinson is stalling in the full guard.
Farquharson keeping moving, preventing Robinson from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robinson is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Farquharson is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Robinson thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T1#
Robinson trying to control the position from guard on top but Farquharson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Farquharson pulls Robinson in close to prevent any damage.
Robinson sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Robinson trying to control the position from guard on top but Farquharson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Farquharson is pulling down on Robinson's head to control his posture.
Robinson wants to control from the top but Farquharson keeps moving. #T2#
Robinson is fighting to break Farquharson's control of his arms but Farquharson is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Robinson showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Farquharson keeping moving, preventing Robinson from controlling successfully.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Robinson stays in close to Farquharson's body and controls the position. #T3#
Farquharson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Robinson trying to control the position from guard on top but Farquharson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Farquharson managing to control the position.
Robinson preventing the sweep. #T4#
Farquharson trying to keep a closed guard but Robinson is proving a slippery customer.
Robinson stays in close to Farquharson's body and controls the position.
Robinson trying to control the position from guard on top but Farquharson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Robinson drops back, looking for a kneebar! Farquharson looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Farquharson looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Farquharson! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Robinson (2) vs (4) Farquharson
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Farquharson moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Robinson (2) vs (6) Farquharson
Robinson wants to control but Farquharson is having none of it.#T5#
Robinson really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Farquharson sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Farquharson is looking to take Robinson's back but instead Robinson gets back to half guard. Nice work.
Farquharson trying to pass the guard but Robinson defending well. #T6#
Robinson is looking to improve his position.
Robinson trying to control here.
Farquharson trying to control the pace. #T7#
Robinson wants to improve his position but Farquharson is controlling well.
The fighters are battling for position here. Robinson manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Farquharson wants to pass the guard but Robinson is keeping the position.#SUB#
Robinson looking for a guillotine here but Farquharson defends easily.
#SUB#
Robinson is looking for a triangle but Farquharson pushes his legs off easily.
#T8#
Robinson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Farquharson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Robinson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Robinson wants to sweep here but Farquharson controlling him for the moment. #T9#
Robinson trying to control the position.
Farquharson controls from within his opponent's guard.
Robinson seems keen to control Farquharson's posture.
Farquharson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T10##SUB2#
Farquharson drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Farquharson jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Robinson wants to sweep here but Farquharson controlling him for the moment.
Robinson is trying to control the position but Farquharson postures up.
Farquharson stands and throws Robinson's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Robinson (2) vs (9) Farquharson#SUB2#
Farquharson is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Robinson has escaped the position, nice work there.
Robinson is letting Farquharson control him for a moment. #T11#
Farquharson laying and praying for a moment but Robinson takes advantage and regains half guard.
Robinson trying to control but Farquharson postures up.
Robinson wants to get back to full guard but Farquharson has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Robinson (2) vs (12) Farquharson
Robinson tries to reverse the position but Farquharson maintains control.#T12#
Robinson is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Farquharson wants to control the pace but Robinson is squirming around nicely.
Robinson is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Farquharson fails to take his opponent's back.
Robinson is trying to escape the mount but Farquharson keeps good control and instead manages to take Robinson's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Robinson (2) vs (15) Farquharson
Farquharson is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Robinson tries to escape but Farquharson has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Our spies down at at The Devil’s Playground inform us that Farquharson has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T13#
Robinson just trying to survive but Farquharson is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Robinson rolls, trying to escape but Farquharson keeps control of the position.
#SUB2#
Farquharson is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Farquharson is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #T14#
Robinson is trying to break free.
Robinson wants to control his opponent's hands but Farquharson gets his hands free.
Farquharson has the hooks in. Robinson is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Farquharson just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#SUB2#
Robinson is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Farquharson gets his way!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Robinson preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Farquharson.
And that's the end of the fight!
Farquharson wins on points by 15 to 2.
Our winner, Hamish Farquharson, 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:
SSG 224 Makarov vs Ozymandias
Date: Nov 05, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 12 losses; Daijiro Kimura! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Hamish Farquharson!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Lombardi, Anthony Taglia and Dean Styles.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Farquharson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kimura sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Farquharson somewhat.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Kimura. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Kimura (4) vs (0) Farquharson
Kimura is looking to take a break and control but Farquharson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kimura tries to advance to mount but can't.
Farquharson regains half guard there - taking advantage of Kimura's attempt to lay and pray for a moment. #T1#
Farquharson gets full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Farquharson is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Kimura trying to control but Farquharson is working from the bottom.
Kimura looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kimura sitting in guard here, content to control. #T2#
Kimura wants to pass the guard but Farquharson is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Kimura content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Farquharson has locked up a guillotine! Farquharson's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Kimura is holding on here and Farquharson must be using up a lot of energy. Kimura has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Farquharson gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Hamish Farquharson!
An out of breath Hamish Farquharson 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:
SSG 207 Johnson vs Macker
Date: Oct 01, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 2 losses; Niles Standish! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Hamish Farquharson!
The judges for this bout are Alyssa Summers, Eddie Farnsworth and Columbo Gatti.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Standish looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Standish (2) vs (0) Farquharson
Farquharson won't allow Standish to pass to mount.
Standish prevents Farquharson from improving his position.
Farquharson is still trying to improve position.
Farquharson is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Standish's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Standish's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Standish (2) vs (4) Farquharson
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Farquharson is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Standish knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Standish for a finish.
Standish rolls, trying to escape but Farquharson keeps control of the position.
#T1##SUB2#
Farquharson goes for a risky armbar from back mount and it's not paid off. Standish escapes and is now in half guard on top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Standish (4) vs (4) Farquharson
Farquharson is trying to get back to full guard.
Farquharson is trying to control but can't.
Farquharson is trying to get back to full guard.
Farquharson regains full guard. Nicely done. #T2#
Standish wants to control from the top but Farquharson keeps moving.
Farquharson is looking to sweep but instead, Standish has passed into half guard.
Farquharson wants to get back to full guard.
Standish seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Farquharson does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Standish works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Standish (7) vs (4) Farquharson
Farquharson is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Standish trying to control the action but Farquharson is working from the bottom.
Standish taking a breather here. #T3#
Farquharson tries to buck Standish off but Standish is having none of it.
Standish controls the position.
Standish has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
You can see the frustration on Farquharson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Standish tries to move into full mount but can't pass Farquharson's legs.
Farquharson gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Standish (9) vs (4) Farquharson#T4#
Standish trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Farquharson working to try and regain half guard.
Farquharson is squirming around, avoiding Standish's attempts to control the action.
Standish avoids the attempt from Farquharson to control.
Farquharson is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T5#
Standish can't control as he wanted to and Farquharson manages to get the fight back to his half guard.
Standish moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Standish (12) vs (4) Farquharson
Standish advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Standish (14) vs (4) Farquharson
Standish controlling his opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Farquharson is trying to escape the mount.
Standish controlling his opponent. #T6#
This is a sustained period of stalling by Standish.
Farquharson wants to control but Standish is having none of it.
Standish looking to control and managing it successfully.
Standish wants to control the pace but Farquharson is squirming around nicely.
Farquharson bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Standish (14) vs (6) Farquharson
Farquharson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Standish swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T7#
Standish pulls Farquharson in close to prevent any damage.
Standish manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Farquharson manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Standish (16) vs (6) Farquharson
Standish wants to pass the guard but Farquharson is keeping the position.
Standish is pushing down on Farquharson's leg trying to pass to half guard. Farquharson is fighting to maintain full guard but Standish has managed to sneak the leg through.
Farquharson tries to roll over but Standish keeps him under control.
Standish wants to take a breather but Farquharson is having none of it.
Farquharson has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#T8##SUB#
Standish is looking for a kimura but Farquharson is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Standish to get the leverage.
Farquharson wants to improve his position but Standish is controlling well.
Standish controlling the action here. #SUB2#
Farquharson actively working from the bottom here.
Standish trying to control from half guard but Farquharson is working away. #T9#
Standish is taking a breather. Farquharson 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.#SUB2#
Farquharson actively working from the bottom here.
Standish wants to pass to mount but Farquharson is defending the position.
Standish works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Standish (19) vs (6) Farquharson
Farquharson can't escape the position.
#T10#
Farquharson manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Standish is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Farquharson reverses the position - he's now on top in Standish's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Standish (19) vs (8) Farquharson
Farquharson tries to free his leg and advance position but Standish is retaining full guard.
Standish looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Standish wants to hit a sweep here but Farquharson passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Standish there! Score +3 for passing guard: Standish (19) vs (11) Farquharson#T11#
Farquharson wants to control the pace but Standish is squirming around nicely.
Farquharson tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Farquharson trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB2#
Farquharson has control of Standish's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Standish regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Farquharson fails to advance to Standish's back. #T12#
Standish looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Standish (19) vs (14) Farquharson
Standish rolls, trying to escape but Farquharson keeps control of the position.
Standish looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Farquharson trying to control.#T13#
Farquharson controls the position.
Standish turns into Farquharson and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Standish (21) vs (14) Farquharson
Standish content to stall in guard here.
Farquharson looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T14#
Farquharson looking to control.
Farquharson is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Standish content to stall in guard here.
Farquharson looking for a sweep. Not yet Farquharson, not yet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Farquharson has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Standish has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Standish (24) vs (14) Farquharson
Farquharson prevents Standish from improving position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Standish takes the fight on points by 24 to 14.
An out of breath Niles Standish 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:
SSG 201 Erwin vs Macker
Date: Sep 17, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Hamish Farquharson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 4 losses; Thomas Bolleke!
The judges for this bout are Robert Douchet, Trevor Gratis and Dillan Fox.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Farquharson shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Farquharson was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Farquharson (4) vs (0) Bolleke
Farquharson taking a breather here.
Farquharson passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Bolleke! Score +2 for reaching mount: Farquharson (6) vs (0) Bolleke
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farquharson controlling the pace for now. #T1##T2#
Farquharson is trying to take his opponent's back.
Farquharson controlling the position easily from mount.
Bolleke looks winded!
Farquharson'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.#T3#
Farquharson takes Bolleke's back. Score +3 for taking back: Farquharson (9) vs (0) Bolleke#T4#
Farquharson just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#SUB#
Bolleke defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
#SUB#
Bolleke preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Farquharson.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Farquharson controlling from the back.#SUB#
Bolleke showing good submission defense here.
#T5##SUB#
Bolleke defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Farquharson's arms. #SUB#
Bolleke is trying to roll into a better position but Farquharson has get a rear naked choke and Bolleke is forced to tap out! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Hamish Farquharson!
Our winner, Hamish Farquharson, 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:
SSG 195 Ulatov vs Cheese
Date: Sep 03, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Hamish Farquharson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Stix Itinya!
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, Robert Douchet and Trevor Gratis.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Itinya defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Farquharson.
Farquharson shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Itinya pinned against the cage. Itinya gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Farquharson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Itinya as he jumps to the side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hamish Farquharson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Farquharson shoots in looking for a takedown. Itinya tries to sprawl out of it but Farquharson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Itinya manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Farquharson dives in for a single leg takedown but Itinya sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Itinya 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farquharson tries for a takedown but Itinya manages to get underhooks.
#TD#
Itinya is fighting off a takedown attempt but Farquharson is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Itinya to the mat. Itinya regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Farquharson (2) vs (0) Itinya
Itinya is pulling down on Farquharson's head to control his posture.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Farquharson won't allow Itinya to sweep him here. #T1#
Itinya manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Farquharson manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Farquharson (2) vs (2) Itinya
Farquharson 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.
Itinya tries to free his leg and advance position but Farquharson is retaining full guard.
Itinya 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.
Farquharson has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T2#
Itinya is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Farquharson is controlling Itinya's posture.
Farquharson looking to control.
Itinya slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T3#
Farquharson is trying to control the position but Itinya postures up.
Farquharson being controlled here, momentarily.
Farquharson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Farquharson is controlling Itinya's posture.
Itinya is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Farquharson seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Farquharson looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Itinya trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T4##SUB#
Farquharson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Itinya doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Itinya manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Itinya looking to pass the guard.
Itinya engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Itinya stands and throws Farquharson's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Farquharson (2) vs (5) Itinya#T5#
Itinya controls the position.
Farquharson is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Itinya is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Farquharson (2) vs (7) Itinya
Itinya sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Itinya looking to control but Farquharson is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Farquharson is trying desperately to improve position.
Farquharson tries to hold on but Itinya pushes him away.
Itinya looking to control but Farquharson is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Farquharson tries to lock up and control but Itinya gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T6#
Farquharson bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Farquharson (4) vs (7) Itinya
Farquharson postures up.
Farquharson trying to control the position from guard on top but Itinya is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Itinya looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Farquharson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Itinya is keeping the position for now.
Itinya wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T7#
Itinya looking to hit a scissor sweep but Farquharson is one step ahead there.
Itinya pulls Farquharson in close to prevent any damage.
Farquharson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T8#
Itinya has control of Farquharson's left arm, preventing Farquharson from doing any damage.
Itinya looking to hit a scissor sweep but Farquharson is one step ahead there.
Itinya managing to control the position.
Itinya trying to keep a closed guard but Farquharson is proving a slippery customer.
#T9#
Farquharson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Farquharson is fighting to break Itinya's control of his arms but Itinya is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T10#
Itinya tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Farquharson is looking to advance position but Itinya has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Farquharson (4) vs (11) Itinya
Farquharson tries to hold on but Itinya pushes him away.
Itinya looking to control and managing it successfully.
Itinya wants to take his opponent's back but Farquharson doesn't allow it.
Farquharson bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Farquharson (6) vs (11) Itinya#T11#
Itinya trying to control the position here.
Farquharson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Farquharson trying to control but Itinya is working from the bottom.
Itinya wants to control the position but Farquharson says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #T12#
Itinya wants to improve his position but Farquharson is controlling well.
Farquharson is pressing down on Itinya's thigh, looking to free his foot. Itinya is holding on for now.
Itinya keeping control of the position.
Itinya slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Itinya controls Farquharson momentarily but Farquharson frees himself. #T13#
Itinya controlling the position.
Farquharson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Itinya not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Itinya lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Farquharson (6) vs (13) Itinya#T14#
Itinya wants to control from the top but Farquharson keeps moving.
Itinya wants to pass the guard but Farquharson is keeping the position.
Farquharson wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Itinya is stalling in the full guard.
Itinya won't allow Farquharson to sweep him here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Itinya is fighting to break Farquharson's control of his arms but Farquharson is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Itinya trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Itinya wins on points by 13 to 6.
Stix Itinya 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:
WFC New York 5
Date: Jul 23, 2023 |
#R1#
Bowers connects with the punch.#CUT#It looks like Hamish Farquharson has been cut.
Bowers scores with a jab. Farquharson acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Bowers ducks down into range and throws a picture perfect right hook that connects with Farquharson's jaw. Farquharson's eyes stare off into space as he falls to the mat, out cold! Bowers does the decent thing and steps back, rather than landing any shots to his unconscious opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ryan Bowers!
Ryan Bowers decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
WFC Fight Night 5
Date: Jul 15, 2023 |
#R1#
Nice sprawl there from Williams as Farquharson shoots in.#TD#
Farquharson feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Farquharson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Williams swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Farquharson passes Williams's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Williams keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Farquharson passes to side control.
Williams struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Farquharson looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Williams can do anything to dispel that myth.
Williams is looking for a sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Williams prevents Farquharson from improving position.
Farquharson moves into full mount!
Farquharson can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Williams is looking to escape. #T1##SUB#
Farquharson working for a submission but Williams is keeping him at bay.
Williams is squirming around, avoiding Farquharson's attempts to control the action. #SUB#
Williams defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Farquharson.
Farquharson wants to control the pace but Williams is squirming around nicely.
Williams tries to get back to half guard but can't. #SUB#
Farquharson swings around for an armbar and he's got it! Wow, that came out of nowhere! What a finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Hamish Farquharson!
A victorious Hamish Farquharson thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Robin Williams spoke after the fight, saying 'Louie-Body Dementia from being knocked out so many times...'. |
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Event:
CFC 566
Date: Jul 01, 2023 |
#R1##CL2#
Whoyoumessingwith fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Farquharson, pushing him back against the cage.
Whoyoumessingwith prevents a takedown attempt there.
Whoyoumessingwith is pressed up against the cage. Farquharson has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Whoyoumessingwith down to the mat. Whoyoumessingwith avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Whoyoumessingwith tries to clinch but Farquharson moves out of range.
Farquharson feinted with a counter takedown.
Whoyoumessingwith wants to clinch up but Farquharson keeps it at a distance.
Farquharson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hamish Farquharson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Whoyoumessingwith rushes Farquharson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Whoyoumessingwith tries to stall but Farquharson uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Whoyoumessingwith lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Farquharson is looking to take this one to the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Whoyoumessingwith is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Farquharson is keeping busy.
Farquharson is trying to drag Whoyoumessingwith to the mat but Whoyoumessingwith just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Whoyoumessingwith lands a body shot in the clinch.
#T1#
Farquharson wants to take the fight to the mat but Whoyoumessingwith manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Farquharson is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Whoyoumessingwith pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Whoyoumessingwith has Farquharson pushed against the cage.
Whoyoumessingwith has had enough of the clinch but Farquharson keeps him there for the moment.
Farquharson drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Whoyoumessingwith gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Whoyoumessingwith gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Farquharson.
Farquharson wants to take the fight to the mat but Whoyoumessingwith manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Farquharson can't get the takedown.
#BC2#
Whoyoumessingwith escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Whoyoumessingwith lands with a kick to the ribs.
Whoyoumessingwith lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
#CL2#
Whoyoumessingwith has managed to clinch.
#T2#
Whoyoumessingwith gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Farquharson.
Farquharson is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Whoyoumessingwith gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Farquharson is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Whoyoumessingwith pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Whoyoumessingwith stops a takedown attempt from Farquharson.
Farquharson drops down looking for an ankle pick but Whoyoumessingwith pulls his leg out and moves away.
Whoyoumessingwith lands with a nice body punch.
Farquharson is breathing heavily.#CL2#
Whoyoumessingwith gets a clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Farquharson wants to take the fight to the mat but Whoyoumessingwith manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Whoyoumessingwith is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Whoyoumessingwith is trying to maintain a safe position but Farquharson gets an underhook and turns Whoyoumessingwith into the cage.
Whoyoumessingwith prevents the takedown attempt.
Farquharson tries for a takedown but Whoyoumessingwith manages to get underhooks.
Whoyoumessingwith displaying some good clinch control by pressing Farquharson up against the cage.#T3##TD#
Farquharson gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Whoyoumessingwith kicks off Farquharson and gets to his feet.
Horrible takedown attempt by Farquharson or perhaps it was just good defense by Whoyoumessingwith, which made it look bad.
Whoyoumessingwith is looking to clinch.
Farquharson half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Whoyoumessingwith wants to clinch up but Farquharson keeps it at a distance.
Farquharson drops down looking for a counter takedown but Whoyoumessingwith sprawls and moves away.
Farquharson moves forwards but Whoyoumessingwith connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Whoyoumessingwith lands with a kick to the temple. Farquharson shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Farquharson tries for a takedown but Whoyoumessingwith sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#CL2#
Whoyoumessingwith moves into the clinch successfully.
Whoyoumessingwith is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Farquharson goes for a takedown in the clinch but Whoyoumessingwith prevents it.
Whoyoumessingwith looking to stall.
#T4#
Whoyoumessingwith fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Whoyoumessingwith prevents the takedown attempt.
Whoyoumessingwith is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Whoyoumessingwith is pressed up against the cage. Farquharson has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Whoyoumessingwith down to the mat. Whoyoumessingwith avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Whoyoumessingwith paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Farquharson fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#CL2#
Whoyoumessingwith clinches up against the cage.#BC2#
Whoyoumessingwith pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Whoyoumessingwith lands a nice shot to the body.
Farquharson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Whoyoumessingwith scores with a push kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Plutodontknow Whoyoumessingwith dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Whoyoumessingwith misses with a head kick.
Whoyoumessingwith lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Farquharson circles away quickly and effectively.
Farquharson has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Whoyoumessingwith.
Nice shot lands for Whoyoumessingwith.
Farquharson closes the distance and clinches up with Whoyoumessingwith, looking for a takedown. Farquharson pushes Whoyoumessingwith against the cage but Whoyoumessingwith circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Farquharson shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #TD2#
and Whoyoumessingwith counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Whoyoumessingwith has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Whoyoumessingwith tries to stand and escape but Farquharson is controlling the position.
Farquharson wants to get back to full guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Farquharson is staying active underneath Whoyoumessingwith, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Farquharson keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Whoyoumessingwith is trying to control the action in half guard but Farquharson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T1#
Farquharson gets back to full guard.
Whoyoumessingwith content to stall in guard here.
Farquharson trying to control the position here.
Farquharson can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Whoyoumessingwith controls the pace.
Whoyoumessingwith won't allow Farquharson to sweep him here. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Farquharson pulls Whoyoumessingwith in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Plutodontknow Whoyoumessingwith seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Whoyoumessingwith stuffs the takedown attempt from Farquharson. Farquharson gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hamish Farquharson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Whoyoumessingwith thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Farquharson if he has to take too many more of those.
Whoyoumessingwith throws a head kick that Farquharson semi-blocks.
Plutodontknow Whoyoumessingwith is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Whoyoumessingwith lands an overhand right.
Whoyoumessingwith stuns Farquharson with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A head kick misses from Whoyoumessingwith. #CL2#
Whoyoumessingwith clinches up with Farquharson and pushes him back against the cage.
Whoyoumessingwith misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Farquharson has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Whoyoumessingwith is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Farquharson changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Whoyoumessingwith fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Whoyoumessingwith moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T3#
A slapping body kick lands there for Whoyoumessingwith.
Farquharson blocks a head kick by Whoyoumessingwith.
Whoyoumessingwith scores with a head kick.
Farquharson fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#CL2#
Whoyoumessingwith closes the distance and clinches.
Whoyoumessingwith gets through Farquharson's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Farquharson has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Whoyoumessingwith avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Whoyoumessingwith looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#BC2#
Whoyoumessingwith pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Farquharson has a takedown stuffed.
Farquharson stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Whoyoumessingwith.
Farquharson goes for a double leg but Whoyoumessingwith avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Whoyoumessingwith continues to drive forward.#T4#
Whoyoumessingwith stops a takedown attempt from Farquharson.
Whoyoumessingwith taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Whoyoumessingwith effectively controlling the action here.
Whoyoumessingwith continues to stall. The referee tells him to work or he's going to break them up.
Farquharson drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Farquharson is looking to take this one to the mat.
Farquharson has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Whoyoumessingwith is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Whoyoumessingwith tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Plutodontknow Whoyoumessingwith seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Whoyoumessingwith pressing his opponent against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Whoyoumessingwith leaning against his opponent.
Whoyoumessingwith prevents the takedown attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Plutodontknow Whoyoumessingwith showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Whoyoumessingwith stuffs the takedown attempt from Farquharson. Farquharson gets slowly back to his feet.
Farquharson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Whoyoumessingwith sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Farquharson somewhat.
Farquharson takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Hamish Farquharson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Whoyoumessingwith - that will leave a mark!
No luck with that takedown attempt from Farquharson.
Whoyoumessingwith is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hamish Farquharson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Whoyoumessingwith throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farquharson takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Whoyoumessingwith scores with a leg kick.
Whoyoumessingwith lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
A solid body kick from Whoyoumessingwith. #T1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Farquharson or perhaps it was just good defense by Whoyoumessingwith, which made it look bad.
Whoyoumessingwith is looking to clinch.
Donk. Whoyoumessingwith catches Farquharson right on the button with a cross.
Whoyoumessingwith thows a body kick. Farquharson tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Farquharson takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Farquharson fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Whoyoumessingwith avoids it really well and circles away.
Whoyoumessingwith with the counter takedown but Farquharson avoids it easily.
Whoyoumessingwith lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #CL2#
Whoyoumessingwith clinches up with Farquharson and pushes him back against the cage.
Whoyoumessingwith is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD#
Farquharson gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Whoyoumessingwith regains guard.
#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Whoyoumessingwith controls Farquharson momentarily but Farquharson frees himself.
Plutodontknow Whoyoumessingwith has got the better of the ground game so far.
Whoyoumessingwith has his hands on Farquharson's head, controlling the position.
Farquharson advances to half guard. #SUB#
Farquharson is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Whoyoumessingwith defends it well.
Farquharson passes to side control.
Whoyoumessingwith is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
You can see the frustration on Whoyoumessingwith's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Whoyoumessingwith tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Farquharson tries to advance to mount but Whoyoumessingwith denies him.
Whoyoumessingwith is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
Farquharson working away.
Plutodontknow Whoyoumessingwith is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB#
Farquharson has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Whoyoumessingwith is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Farquharson yanks on the arm and Whoyoumessingwith is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Farquharson.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Hamish Farquharson!
Hamish Farquharson 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 contenders 1 NY
Date: Jun 03, 2023 |
#R1#
Farquharson throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Hill's waist but Hill gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Farquharson off to one side.
Hill changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Farquharson.
Hill with the counter takedown but Farquharson avoids it easily.
Farquharson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Hill sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Farquharson somewhat.
Hill tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hamish Farquharson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Farquharson closes this distance looking for a takedown but Hill circles away.
Nice takedown defense from Hill. No joy for Farquharson on that attempt.
Hill with the counter takedown but Farquharson avoids it easily.#TD#
Farquharson fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Hill to the ground. Farquharson is now in Hill's guard.
Farquharson throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Hill works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farquharson throws a strike but Hill rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Hill stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Farquharson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hill postures up in Farquharson's guard and throws a big left but Farquharson blocks it.
Hill throws a big elbow that misses.
Hill must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T1#
Hill working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Hill has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Level Up MMA. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Hill scoring with punches to the head and body.
Farquharson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hill manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Farquharson postures up.
Farquharson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hill is pulling down on Farquharson's head to control his posture.
Hill is trying to control the position but Farquharson postures up.
Farquharson looking to pass the guard.
Hill is controlling Farquharson's posture.#T2#
Hill controls Farquharson momentarily but Farquharson frees himself.
Farquharson throwing strikes but missing.
Farquharson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Hill preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Farquharson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hill has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Farquharson has managed to get both his arms back between Hill's legs - danger averted.
Farquharson landing some decent shots from guard.
Farquharson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Farquharson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Farquharson slips nicely into half guard.#T3#
Farquharson throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Hill tries to get to full guard but Farquharson has control of the leg.
Hill makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Hill.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Farquharson throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Hill works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Farquharson landing with the ground and pound.
Farquharson postures up.
Farquharson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Hill avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T4#
Hill working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Farquharson.
Farquharson with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Hill utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Farquharson postures up in Hill's guard and throws a big left but Hill blocks it.
Farquharson is looking to work some ground and pound but Hill has wrist control.
Hill looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Farquharson looking to sit in guard and control but Hill gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Farquharson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hill's guard. #REVR#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hill utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Farquharson throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Hill works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Farquharson works a leg free and moves into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Hamish Farquharson dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##TD#
Farquharson drives through with a takedown into Hill's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Hill controlling the position.
Farquharson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Farquharson throws a strike but Hill rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Farquharson is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Farquharson lands with a punch from half guard.
Farquharson lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Farquharson throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Hill to regain full guard.
Farquharson won't allow Hill to sweep him here.
Farquharson throws a big elbow that misses.
Farquharson is looking to work some ground and pound but Hill has wrist control.
Farquharson trying to control but Hill is working from the bottom. #T1#
Hill avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Farquharson has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Farquharson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Farquharson throws an elbow that misses. Hill uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Farquharson's guard. Nice move by Hill!#REVB##SUB#
Farquharson looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hill throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Farquharson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Farquharson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
We've been hearing that Farquharson has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Farquharson with a flurry of punches that miss.
Hill 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.
Hamish Farquharson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
Farquharson throws a strike but Hill rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Hill postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Farquharson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Farquharson trying to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Farquharson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hill is one step ahead there.
Farquharson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hill working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Farquharson throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
#T3#
Farquharson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hill is one step ahead there.
Hill trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Farquharson manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
Farquharson stopping the sweep attempt from Hill.
Farquharson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hill can do to turn this around?
Farquharson trying to control but Hill is working from the bottom.
Farquharson throwing strikes but missing.
Farquharson is looking to work some ground and pound but Hill has wrist control.
Hill is trying to control the position but Farquharson postures up. #T4#
Hill working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Farquharson.
Farquharson connects with a couple of short punches.
Farquharson throwing strikes from guard but Hill blocks nicely.
Hill not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hill looking to hit a scissor sweep but Farquharson is one step ahead there.
Hill is trying to control the position but Farquharson postures up. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Farquharson shoots in looking for a takedown but Hill manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Farquharson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Hill tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Hamish Farquharson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Farquharson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Hill drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Farquharson defends it well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Hamish Farquharson dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Farquharson fails with the takedown#TD2#
and Hill counters with a single leg into guard. Farquharson didn't expect that.
Farquharson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hill manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Hill utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hill wants to sweep here but Farquharson controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Hill is looking for a triangle but Farquharson pushes his legs off easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farquharson trying to control the position from guard on top but Hill is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hill is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T1#
Hill wants to sweep but no luck.
Farquharson lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Farquharson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Farquharson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Farquharson scoring with some ground and pound.
Farquharson wants to control from the top but Hill keeps moving.
Farquharson throwing strikes from guard but Hill blocks nicely.
Hill not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Farquharson missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Elijah Hill has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Farquharson throws a big right hand that misses.
Farquharson with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Farquharson with a flurry of punches that miss.
Farquharson working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Hill's head.
Farquharson chips away with some ground and pound.
Farquharson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB2#
Farquharson stands up over his opponent, looking to dive in with a big punch. Here he comes, superman style! Oh, the punch misses and Hill has got him in a triangle choke for good measure! Oh no! Farquharson manages to get his head free but now Hill has transitioned to an armbar! Farquharson grimaces and is forced to tap! Beautiful Jiu Jitsu from Hill! I'd be surprised if that didn't end up as submission of the night!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:54 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Elijah Hill!
Elijah Hill 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 550
Date: May 06, 2023 |
#R1#
The fight stays on the outside here - Davis looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Farquharson with the counter takedown but Davis avoids it easily.
Davis definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Hamish Farquharson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Farquharson is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Davis's half guard.
Farquharson is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Davis wants to control but Farquharson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Farquharson working the head and body with strikes.
Davis is trying to control but can't.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Farquharson lands a nice short elbow.
Farquharson landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Davis is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Farquharson scores with a couple of nice shots.
Farquharson looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#ROC2#Davis is rocked!
Farquharson scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Oh Davis is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Farquharson lands a big elbow - Davis is out of it! He's waving his arms around but his eyes are closed and he's not intelligently defending himself - the ref has no choice but to jump in and stop the fight! This one is in the books! A TKO win for Farquharson!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Hamish Farquharson! |
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Event:
CFC 540
Date: Apr 01, 2023 |
#R1##TD#
Farquharson drives through with a takedown into Benoit's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Benoit looking to control.
#SUB2#
Farquharson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Benoit is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Benoit looking for a guillotine here but Farquharson defends easily.
#SUB2#
Benoit had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Farquharson defends it easily.
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.#SUB2#
Benoit has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Farquharson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T1##SUB2#
Benoit throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Benoit 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.
Farquharson chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB2#
Benoit had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Farquharson defends it easily.
Farquharson distracts Benoit with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB2#
Benoit working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Farquharson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Farquharson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Farquharson working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T2##SUB2#
Benoit looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Farquharson works over Benoit with some ground and pound from guard.
Farquharson postures up.
Farquharson wants to control from the top but Benoit keeps moving.
Farquharson works over Benoit with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB2#
Benoit has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Farquharson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Farquharson with a nice head shot there.#SUB2#
Benoit escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Farquharson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T3#
Farquharson lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Farquharson landing with the ground and pound.
Farquharson postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Farquharson keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Benoit's head.
Our spies down at at California Top Team inform us that Benoit has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SUB2#
Benoit had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Farquharson defends it easily.
Farquharson keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Benoit's head.
Farquharson arches his back and unloads with a massive left and a right! Benoit's eyes roll back into his head, he's out cold! The ref dives in to stop the fight - wow, they were hard shots!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Hamish Farquharson! |
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Event:
CFC 529
Date: Feb 18, 2023 |
#R1#
Farquharson dives in and grabs Foster's left leg, looking for a takedown. Foster pushes down on Farquharson's head and hops out.
Farquharson darts in looking for a takedown but Foster gets double underhooks and turns Farquharson into the cage.
Farquharson wants a takedown but no success here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hamish Farquharson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Farquharson is looking for a takedown.
Foster using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Farquharson has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Foster controlling the action here for a moment.
Farquharson has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Foster avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Farquharson has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Foster is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Foster missing with knees to the body.
Farquharson drops down looking for an ankle pick but Foster pulls his leg out and moves away.
Foster has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Farquharson looks for a takedown but Foster sprawls well.#CL2#
Foster closes the distance and clinches. #T1#
Foster tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Farquharson tries to score a body lock takedown but Foster shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Foster is pressed up against the cage. Farquharson has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Foster down to the mat. Foster avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Foster moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Hamish Farquharson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Farquharson drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Foster is trying to control Farquharson's posture but Farquharson avoids it.
Foster tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Farquharson lands a nice forearm strike.
Farquharson lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Foster down.
Farquharson lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Foster wings away with a couple of strikes but they don't land.
Foster is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Foster is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Farquharson cracks Foster with a big right hand but Foster just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Farquharson working away.
Farquharson in side control lands a decent elbow.
Foster tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Farquharson wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Farquharson landing a few strikes.
Farquharson advances to full mount.
Farquharson raining down shots from the mount!#ROC#Foster is rocked!
Farquharson lands a heavy shot. That's hurt Foster! Farquharson sees the opportunity and turns up the heat - strike after strike land to the defenseless Foster and the ref dives in to save him! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Hamish Farquharson! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 14, 2022 |
#R1##TD#
Farquharson closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Flick quickly recovers to half guard.
Farquharson slips a nice elbow through Flick's hands, connecting with Flick's forehead.
Farquharson is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Farquharson working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Nice strikes from Farquharson there. #ROC#Flick is rocked!
Farquharson controlling the position here and throwing strikes from the top. Nice elbow lands there... and another... and another... oh, Flick is out! Farquharson gets to his feet and admires his work - nice finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Hamish Farquharson! |
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