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Event:
CFC 600
Date: Oct 27, 2023 |
#R1#
Akamu misses with a takedown attempt
and Namkhai counters with a left to the body.
Akamu missing with a left hand there. Namkhai was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Namkhai throws the left hand but Akamu avoids the punch easily.
We've been told by Namkhai's head coaches at Little Lebowski Urban Achievers Gymnasium that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Akamu misses with a shot to the body
and Namkhai counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Namkhai moves forwards but Akamu connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Akamu punishes Namkhai's body with a nice straight punch.
Akamu lands a glancing blow to the side of Namkhai's head.
Namkhai jabs Akamu to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Namkhai lands with a nice body punch.
Akamu tries to clinch but Namkhai is having none of it.
Namkhai was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Akamu missing with a left hand there. Namkhai was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Akamu pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Akamu misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#T1#
Namkhai dips to his left and cracks Akamu with an uppercut!
Akamu throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Namkhai sees it coming and avoids it easily.
No joy there for Akamu, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Namkhai swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Akamu moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Namkhai lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Akamu drops his hands momentarily and Namkhai takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Namkhai fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Akamu on the side of the head.
Namkhai waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Akamu.#KD#
Namkhai drops Akamu with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Akamu looks back up at him and smiles so Namkhai waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
#ROC#Akamu is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Namkhai moves in close and cracks Akamu with a massive right hand! Akamu, frozen momentarily in time, tumbles to the canvas, already out cold! A brutal knockout by Namkhai!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Temujin Namkhai!
Temujin Namkhai thanked the fans post fight for their support.
John Akamu was interviewed post fight and said 'Thank you to my opponent and all the fans, my coaches and sponsors.'. |
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Event:
CFC 590
Date: Sep 22, 2023 |
#R1#
Orochi throws a head kick that misses.
Orochi takes one on the button.
Orochi looks to clinch
and Akamu counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL2#
Orochi instigates a clinch.
Orochi is trying to drag Akamu to the mat but Akamu just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Orochi using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Akamu has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Orochi tries a knee to the head but Akamu blocks it.
Akamu lands a right hand.
Akamu lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Akamu blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Akamu landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Akamu blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Akamu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Orochi tries a knee to the head but Akamu blocks it.
Akamu scores with a hook to the body.
A short right from Akamu on the inside.
Akamu softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T1#
Orochi misses with a knee to the head.
Akamu lands a hook to the side of the head.
Orochi lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Orochi using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Akamu has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Akamu lands an uppercut.
Akamu lands a hook to the side of the head.
Orochi throws a knee to the head but misses.
Orochi misses with a knee strike.
Akamu lands a nice uppercut.
Akamu lands an uppercut.
Akamu lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Orochi backwards.
Akamu misses with the head strike.
Akamu definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A hook to the body from Akamu.
Orochi misses with a knee strike.
Akamu gets through Orochi's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Orochi throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Akamu blocks it with crossed arms.
Akamu lands a right hand that snaps the head of Orochi backwards.
A short left from Akamu.
A right hook to the body lands for Akamu.
Orochi looks winded!#T2#
Akamu lands with a short shot to the head.
Akamu lands a left hand that snaps the head of Orochi backwards.
Orochi looking to throw knees to the head but Akamu is blocking nicely.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Orochi tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Akamu throws an elbow but it misses.
Orochi misses with a knee to the head.
Akamu working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Akamu lands a hook to the side of the head.
With the fighters up against the cage, Akamu throws an elbow but misses.
Akamu lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A short left from Akamu.
Orochi with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Orochi's coach down at MMA Training and Sparring Buddies was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Orochi's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Akamu lands a right hand that snaps the head of Orochi backwards.
Orochi tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Akamu looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Akamu lands with a right to the head. #T3#
Akamu throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Orochis head. #ROC#Orochi is rocked!
Akamu lands with a left to the head.
Orochi is still on wobbly legs! Can Akamu finish him?
Orochi scores with a knee to the head.
Akamu working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Akamu pushes Orochi against the cage. Akamu is working some dirty boxing. Akamu pushes off with a quick right hook! Orochi goes down! Orochi tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Akamu moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). John Akamu!
Our winner, John Akamu, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
CFC 579
Date: Aug 12, 2023 |
#R1#
Akamu changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Jackson tries to avoid it but Akamu manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Jackson to the ground. Jackson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Akamu misses with an uppercut
#TD2#
and Jackson counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Jackson with a flurry of punches that miss.
Jackson working some strikes from top position.
Akamu managing to control the position.
Akamu is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Jackson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Akamu 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 ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jackson trying to control the position from guard on top but Akamu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jackson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T1#
Jackson advances to half guard.
Akamu blocking the ground and pound attempt from Jackson.
Jackson lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Jackson takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Jackson throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Jackson trying to control the action but Akamu is working from the bottom.
Jackson missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Jackson working Akamu over with strikes.
Jackson winds up and cracks Akamu with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Jackson has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Akamu keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T2#
Ground and pound from Jackson.
Jackson is trying to control. Akamu wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Jackson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Jackson looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Akamu with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Akamu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Akamu trying to hold on to Jackson's head to control him but Jackson postures up.
Akamu keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Akamu keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Akamu definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Jackson lands with a punch from half guard.
Jackson winds up and cracks Akamu with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Akamu blocking the ground and pound attempt from Jackson.
Jackson lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Akamu tries to roll over but Jackson keeps him under control.#T3#
Jackson throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Akamu to regain full guard.
Akamu on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Akamu tries to get out of the position.
Jackson looking to sit in guard and control but Akamu gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Jackson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Jackson looking for a sweep. Not yet Jackson, not yet.
Jackson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Akamu's guard. #REVB#
Jackson makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Akamu looking for a sweep. Not yet Akamu, not yet.
Jackson trying to control the position from guard on top but Akamu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jackson scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T4#
Jackson content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Jackson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Jackson content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Jackson throws a big right hand that misses.
Jackson won't allow Akamu to sweep him here.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Jackson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Jackson sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Jackson trying to control but Akamu is working from the bottom.
Jackson scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Jackson keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Akamu's head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Akamaru Jackson dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Akamu misses with a hook
#TD2#
and Jackson counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Akamu!
Akamu gets back to half guard.
Jackson not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Nice strikes from Jackson there.
Jackson is looking to advance position but Akamu won't allow it.
Jackson is stalling here. Akamu is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Jackson seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Akamu has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Jackson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Akamu wants to control for a moment but Jackson uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Akamu prevents Jackson from improving his position.#T1##SUB2#
Jackson actively working from the bottom here.
Jackson tries to roll over but Akamu keeps him under control.
Jackson works his way to full guard. Good work.
Akamu slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Jackson wants to sweep but no luck. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Jackson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Akamu manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Jackson is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Akamu working a defensive guard here.
Jackson throwing strikes from guard but Akamu blocks nicely.
Jackson throwing strikes but missing.
Jackson trying to control the position from guard on top but Akamu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jackson scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Jackson won't allow Akamu to sweep him here. #T3#
Jackson content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Jackson throws a big elbow that misses.
Jackson landing some decent shots from guard.
Jackson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Jackson lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Jackson lands a couple of digs.
Akamu trying to keep a closed guard but Jackson is proving a slippery customer.
Jackson working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Jackson throws a big elbow that misses.
Jackson working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T4#
Jackson lands a couple of digs.
Jackson looking to sit in guard and control but Akamu gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Jackson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Akamu stopping the sweep attempt from Jackson.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Jackson is on top in guard.
#REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jackson throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Akamu works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Jackson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Jackson scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jackson postures up in Akamu's guard and throws a big left but Akamu blocks it.
Jackson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Jackson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Jackson scoring with some ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Akamaru Jackson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Jackson blocks a jab.
Akamu swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Akamu throws a head kick that misses #TD2#
and Jackson counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Akamu has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Jackson off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Akamu shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Jackson defends it nicely.
Akamu throws a push kick but Jackson slaps the foot to one side.
And Jackson tries to counter it with a takedown but Akamu pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Jackson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Akamu scores with a hook.#TD2#
Jackson closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jackson scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T1#
Jackson is nestled in close to Akamu, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Akamu blocking the ground and pound attempt from Jackson.
Akamu keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Akamu has hold of Jackson's hands but Jackson slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Jackson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Akamu does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Jackson sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Akamu defending well though.
Jackson is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Jackson is nestled in close to Akamu, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Jackson working over Akamu with some ground and pound. Akamu looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Akamu is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Jackson scores with a couple of nice shots.
Akamu is looking for a sweep. Jackson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Jackson slips a nice elbow through Akamu's hands, connecting with Akamu's forehead.
Jackson controlling the action here.
John Akamu has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Jackson is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Jackson landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Jackson throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Jackson drops an elbow to the side of Akamu's head. #ROC2#Akamu is rocked!
Akamu has hold of Jackson's hands but Jackson slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Oh Akamu is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Jackson is sitting in half guard. He's postured up and lands a nice elbow. Oh, Akamu is hurt! He's hurt bad - Jackson fires away with more strikes and the referee jumps in to save Akamu from any more punishment! Congratulations to Jackson! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:52 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Akamaru Jackson!
Akamaru Jackson took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview.
John Akamu spoke after the fight, saying 'Thank you to my opponent and all the fans, my coaches and sponsors.'. |
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Event:
CFC 560
Date: Jun 10, 2023 |
#R1#
Akamu throws a left and a right that both miss
and Savage counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Akamu throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Savage counters with a thumping low kick.
Savage throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Akamu is breathing heavily.#KD2#
Savage feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Akamu sprawling to the canvas! Akamu rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Savage finish him?!
#CUT2#It looks like John Akamu has been cut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Savage looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Savage moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Akamu has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The Forge 👊 in the buildup to the fight.
Savage misses the shot to the body.
Savage avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Savage.
Savage lands a big head kick that sends Akamu to the canvas! Savage follows up with strikes from the mount that forces the ref to step in and stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Owen Savage!
An intense looking Owen Savage took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: '"Bobby boy," Owen goes cage side, bends Bob Slay over and spanks that ass. "You're soft like charmen toilet paper you insufferable euro-twink. Report this to your daddy Mike you pussy."'.
John Akamu was interviewed post fight and said 'Thank you to my opponent and all the fans, my coaches and sponsors.'. |
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Event:
CFC 549
Date: Apr 29, 2023 |
#R1#
Akamu tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Chukwuma was well out of range. Poor timing from Akamu.
Akamu moves out of range of the strikes.
Akamu misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chukwuma.
Chukwuma chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Akamu stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Chukwuma.
Chukwuma ducks under a wild hook from Akamu.
Akamu drops his hands momentarily and Chukwuma takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Akamu misses with a left hand
and Chukwuma counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Akamu throws a leg kick
and Chukwuma counters with a nice uppercut. #CL2#
Chukwuma moves into range and clinches up with Akamu.
Chukwuma throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Akamu blocks it with crossed arms.
Akamu is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Chukwuma is defending well for now.
Akamu blocks an uppercut.
Chukwuma struggles to land a body shot inside as Akamu controls his hands.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Akamu.
Chukwuma misses with a punch to the body.
Chukwuma lands a right hand that snaps the head of Akamu backwards. #T1#
Chukwuma lands a shot to the body.
Chukwuma utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Nice body punch from Chukwuma - that landed with a thud.
A knee to the head by Chukwuma.
Chukwuma presses Akamu against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Akamu is breathing heavily.
Chukwuma misses with a knee strike.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Akamu swings wildly with an uppercut but Chukwuma uses good head movement to avoid it.
Akamu misses with an elbow over the top.
Akamu working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Akamu stalling in the clinch.
Akamu looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Chukwuma lands a knee to the head.
#CUT2#It looks like John Akamu has been cut.
Akamu holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Akamu pressing his opponent against the cage. #T2#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Akamu creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Akamu is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Chukwuma is defending well.
A short left from Akamu.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Akamu lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Chukwuma tries to land knees in the clinch but Akamu avoids the damage to the body.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Akamu takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
A shot in the inside from Chukwuma.
Chukwuma connects with a knee to the head.
Akamu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Chukwuma lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
#TD#
Akamu lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Akamu takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Chukwuma is looking to improve his position.
#T3#
Akamu looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Akamu passes into side control, despite Chukwuma's attempt to control the position.
Akamu is working Chukwuma over with some ground and pound from side control.
Akamu controls the position from side control.#SUB#
Akamu is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Chukwuma is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Chukwuma is looking for a sweep.
Chukwuma can't do much from the bottom here.
Chukwuma really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Akamu. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T4#
Akamu lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Chukwuma down.
Chukwuma looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB#
Akamu is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Chukwuma has escaped the position, nice work there.
Akamu is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Chukwuma will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#SUB#
Akamu tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Akamu has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Akamu remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Chukwuma is working to avoid the ground and pound but Akamu connects with a decent elbow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that John Akamu will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on John Akamu's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Akamu dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Akamu stalks Chukwuma and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Chukwuma's face. Chukwuma staggers backwards, shaken.
Chukwuma displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Akamu throws out the jab. #TD#
Akamu scores with a takedown into Chukwuma's guard.
Akamu works over Chukwuma with some ground and pound from guard.
Akamu pushing down on Chukwuma's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Akamu takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#SUB#
Akamu is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Akamu seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Chukwuma is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Akamu jumps into side control!#T1#
Chukwuma is trying to control Akamu's posture but Akamu avoids it.
Chukwuma is looking to reverse the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Chukwuma wants to improve his position, back to half guard but Akamu has ideas of his own. He's got hold of Chukwuma'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! Chukwuma is tapping like a morse code operator on the Titanic! SOS SOS! He's out of here! Great win for Akamu!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). John Akamu!
A relieved looking John Akamu 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:
CFC 543
Date: Apr 08, 2023 |
#R1#
Akamu connects with a jab.
Akamu falls off balance throwing a combination
#TD#
and Jackson counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Jackson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Jackson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Jackson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson lands a couple of digs.
Akamu utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Akamu holds on and takes a little breather.
Jackson postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T1#
Jackson looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Jackson has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Jackson postures up and lands a big shot to Akamu's brow.
Jackson 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.
Akamu lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Jackson looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Jackson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Akamu looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T2#
Jackson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Akamu's guard. #REVR#
Jackson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Jackson landing some decent shots from guard.
Jackson works over Akamu with some ground and pound from guard.
Jackson scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Jackson working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Akamu's head.
Akamu working a defensive guard here.
Jackson throws a big elbow that misses. #T3#
Jackson trying to control but Akamu is working from the bottom.
Jackson postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Akamu can do anything to dispel that myth.
Jackson throws an elbow that misses. Akamu uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Jackson's guard. Nice move by Akamu!#REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jackson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Jackson holds on and takes a little breather.
Jackson tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Jackson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Akamu defends well.
Jackson tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T4#
Jackson wants to hit a sweep here but Akamu passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Jackson there!
Akamu trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Akamu prevents Jackson from getting the reversal.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jackson 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.
Jackson wants to get back to full guard.
Jackson trying to control but Akamu postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Akamaru Jackson dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Jackson slips a jab from Akamu.
Akamu throws a looping overhand right but Jackson ducks down to avoid it.
Akamu with a nice cross.#TD#
Jackson closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Akamu's guard.
Akamu utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jackson wants to pass the guard but Akamu is keeping the position.
Jackson working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson postures up in Akamu's guard and throws a big left but Akamu blocks it.
Jackson throws a big right hand that misses.
Jackson looking to sit in guard and control but Akamu gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Akamu won't allow Jackson to sweep him here. #T1#
Akamu postures up.
Akamu must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Jackson wants to sweep here but Akamu controlling him for the moment.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Jackson is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Akamu preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Jackson tries to free his leg and advance position but Akamu is retaining full guard.
Jackson trying to control but Akamu is working from the bottom.
Jackson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Akamu can do to turn this around?#T2#
Jackson stays in close to Akamu's body and controls the position.
Jackson with a flurry of punches that miss.
Jackson looking to sit in guard and control but Akamu gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Jackson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Jackson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Jackson is looking to work some ground and pound but Akamu has wrist control.#T3#
Jackson wants to control from the top but Akamu keeps moving.
Jackson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Akamu keeping full guard, as Jackson tries to pass.
Jackson with a nice head shot there.
Jackson working some strikes from top position.
Jackson throws a big elbow that misses. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Jackson with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Jackson lands a couple of elbows.
Akamu not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Jackson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Jackson postures up in Akamu's guard and throws a big left but Akamu blocks it.
Jackson connects with a couple of short punches.
Akamu can't keep his opponent in guard - Jackson advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Jackson is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jackson thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Akamaru Jackson dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Akamu wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Akamu smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Jackson takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Jackson feinted with a counter takedown.
Akamu ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jackson moves away.
Akamu misses with a body shot.
Akamu is looking to chop away at Jackson's legs.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Jackson.
Akamu let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Akamu thuds his right hand into Jackson's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
John Akamu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Akamu will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#T1#
Akamu misses with a double jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Akamu. Jackson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jackson tries to counter with a takedown but Akamu is quick to defend against it.
Akamu lands a lovely overhand right.#TD#
Jackson fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Akamu sprawls well initially but Jackson persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Akamaru Jackson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Jackson throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Akamu is refusing to be controlled, as Jackson sits in half guard.
Jackson working Akamu over with strikes.
Akamu on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Jackson lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Jackson working over Akamu with some ground and pound. Akamu looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T2#
Jackson working Akamu over with strikes.
Jackson thows a huge punch but Akamu dodges it nicely.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jackson is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Jackson lands a nice short elbow.
Jackson throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Jackson looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Akamu with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Jackson passes to side control.
Jackson in side control, throwing shots but Akamu defends.
An elbow from Jackson crashes against the mat.
#T3#
Jackson postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Akamu tries to buck Jackson off but Jackson is having none of it.
Jackson trying to control the position but Akamu is working away.
Jackson has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Jackson working Akamu over with strikes here.
Jackson connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Jackson putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Jackson tries to control but Akamu wriggling away.
A nice elbow there by Jackson.#T4#
Jackson punishing his opponent with strikes.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Jackson cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Akamu takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Jackson scores with a couple of good head shots there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jackson putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Jackson lands a big shot to the head and Akamu winces in pain. He's tapped out due to strikes!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:51 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Akamaru Jackson!
Akamaru Jackson retains his heavyweight title!
The defeated John Akamu had this to say: 'Thank you to my opponent and all the fans, my coaches and sponsors.'. |
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Event:
CFC 536
Date: Mar 18, 2023 |
#R1##CL#
Akamu closes the distance and clinches.
A left hand lands to the body for Akamu.
Akamu lands with a right to the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Akamu.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Akamu.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Akamu.
Akamu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Montana.
Akamu is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Montana gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Akamu working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Akamu wants a takedown but no success here.
Akamu scores with a nice hook to the head.
Montana digs a right hand underneath Akamu's ribcage. Akamu let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Montana wants to get back to striking at distance but Akamu won't allow it.
A head punch on the inside from Montana fails to land.
Montana tries to throw a body punch but Akamu avoids it by throwing Montana back against the cage.
Montana doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Akamu scores with a shot to the side of Montana's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Montana has a couple of punches blocked by Akamu.
A hook to the body from Montana.
Montana misses with a punch to the body.
#T1#
Akamu prevents a body shot from Montana.
Montana can't find room to land a body shot as Akamu controls the action.
Montana doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Montana tries to throw a body punch but Akamu avoids it by throwing Montana back against the cage.
Akamu lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Montana blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Akamu makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Akamu lands a body punch in the clinch.
Akamu takes a shot to the head.
Akamu definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Montana tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Akamu's elbow.
Montana misses with a hook from the clinch.
Akamu lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Montana backwards.
A shot in the inside from Akamu.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Montana.
Akamu blocks an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Montana.
Montana gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Akamu.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Akamu. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Akamu blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T2#
Akamu lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Montana backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Akamu is working for takedown but Montana is calmly controlling the position for now.
Still in the clinch, Akamu scores with a nice short uppercut.
Akamu lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Montana doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Akamu lands a body punch in the clinch.
Akamu lands a shot to the body.
Akamu lands with a light punch inside.
Akamu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Montana's elbow.
Akamu lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Montana backwards.
Akamu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Montana misses with a hook to the ribs.
Montana tries a body shot but Akamu blocks it.
Akamu lands a right hand that snaps the head of Montana backwards.
Montana misses with a body punch.
Akamu misses with a hook to the ribs.
Montana tries to throw a body punch but Akamu avoids it by throwing Montana back against the cage. #T3#
Montana misses with a punch to the body.
Montana throws a punch but it's blocked by Akamu.
Akamu blocks an uppercut.
Montana misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Montana breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Akamu connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Akamu is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Montana throws the left hand but Akamu avoids the punch easily.
Akamu lands with an uppercut that bounces Montana off the cage and back into range.
Akamu wants to clinch.
Montana throws a predictable looking body shot
and Akamu counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Akamu moves in looking to clinch but Montana pushes him off.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Montana! But no joy.
Montana misses with a looping left.
Akamu wants to clinch.#T4#
Akamu tries to clinch there but Montana circles away.
Akamu fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Montana misses with a body punch
and Akamu counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Akamu scores with a punch to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Montana throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Akamu counters with a crisp right that sends Montana to the canvas! Akamu follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). John Akamu!
After winning the bout, John Akamu thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
CFC 531
Date: Feb 25, 2023 |
#R1##CL#
Akamu rushes Gardner and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Akamu gets through Gardner's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Akamu lands a left hand that snaps the head of Gardner backwards.
Gardner throws an elbow that misses.
Gardner misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Akamu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A nice left hand lands by Akamu.
Akamu lands a right hand that snaps the head of Gardner backwards.
Akamu pushes Gardner back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Akamu lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Gardner or not.
Gardner looks winded!
Gardner is trying to break the clinch but Akamu has him pressed against the cage.
A short uppercut from Akamu.
Nice body punch from Akamu - that landed with a thud.
Akamu lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Gardner.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A shot in the inside from Akamu.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Akamu.
Gardner takes a shot to the head.
Akamu lands a left hand.
Gardner's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#ROC#Gardner is rocked!#T1#
Akamu working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Gardner is still on wobbly legs! Can Akamu finish him?
Akamu lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Gardner to his knees! Akamu keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). John Akamu!
John Akamu thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Rulon Gardner was interviewed post fight and said 'Keith Peterson was at some dive bar with a $5 floozy right before this fight. I call kangaroo court.'. |
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Event:
CFC 524
Date: Feb 04, 2023 |
#R1#
Nice body kick there by Prilla.
Akamu definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Prilla misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Akamu tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Prilla manages to circle out of the way.#TD2#
Prilla drives through with a takedown into Akamu's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Akamu holds on and takes a little breather.
Prilla trying to control the position from guard on top but Akamu 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.
Prilla content to stall in guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Prilla wants to control from the top but Akamu keeps moving. #T1#
Prilla throwing strikes but missing.
Akamu on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Akamu tries to get out of the position.
Prilla throws a big right hand that misses.
Prilla stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Akamu swivels though and keeps the full guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL#
Akamu closes the distance and clinches.
Prilla is looking to break free of the clinch but Akamu has double underhooks.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Akamu.
Akamu works on Prilla's body with a couple of short punches.#T2#
Prilla is trying to force a seperation but Akamu has the dominant position.
Prilla blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Prilla is trying to force a seperation but Akamu has the dominant position.
Akamu lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A nice left hand lands by Akamu.
A body shot lands from Akamu.
Prilla is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Prilla looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Prilla looks winded!
Akamu lands with a light punch inside.
Akamu lands a nice uppercut.
Akamu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Akamu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Akamu working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Akamu scores with a shoulder strike.
Akamu makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Akamu.
Prilla tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Akamu smiles and moves away.
Akamu feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Prillas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T3##CL#
Akamu instigates a clinch. #BC#
Akamu escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL#
Akamu gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Akamu working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Akamu lands a nice uppercut.
Prilla's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Akamu lands a hook that snaps the head of Prilla backwards. #ROC#Prilla is rocked!
Akamu lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Prilla to his knees! Akamu keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). John Akamu!
An out of breath John Akamu 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:
CFC 519
Date: Jan 14, 2023 |
#R1#
Jackson looks for a takedown but Akamu sprawls well.#CL#
Jackson tries to keep at a distance but Akamu has taken the fight into the clinch.
Jackson tries for a takedown. No joy.
Jackson has Akamu pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Akamu manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
John Akamu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Akamaru Jackson.
Akamu lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Jackson backwards.
Akamu lands a hook that snaps the head of Jackson backwards.
Akamu is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Akamu misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Jackson.
Jackson is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Akamu is defending well.
Akamu doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Akamu lands an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice left hand lands by Akamu.
#TD2#
Jackson has picked Akamu up - he's going for a ride! Jackson dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jackson landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Jackson sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Akamu defending well though.
Akamu blocking the ground and pound attempt from Jackson. #T1#
Akamu trying to control but Jackson postures up.
Akamu on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Akamu tries to get out of the position.
Jackson thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Akamu's head.
Akamu is looking to improve his position.
Jackson winds up and cracks Akamu with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Jackson has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Jackson not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Jackson thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Akamu blocking the ground and pound attempt from Jackson.
Jackson should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Nice strikes from Jackson there.
Jackson missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Akamu looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Akamu trying to hold on to Jackson's head to control him but Jackson postures up.
Jackson throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T2#
Jackson working Akamu over with strikes.
Akamu wants to get back to full guard.
Jackson throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Akamu avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Jackson.
Jackson throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Jackson is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Akamu avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Jackson.
Akamu blocking the ground and pound attempt from Jackson.
Jackson not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Akamu avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Jackson.
Jackson looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Akamu with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Akamu avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Jackson. #T3#
Jackson 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Akamu keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Akamu blocking the ground and pound attempt from Jackson.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Jackson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Akamu keeps working.
Jackson lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Jackson performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Akamu is trying to get back to full guard.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Jackson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Akamu keeps working.
Nice strikes from Jackson there.
Jackson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Akamu keeps working.
Jackson thows a huge punch but Akamu dodges it nicely.
Jackson not doing much here.
Jackson lands with a punch from half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jackson takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Akamaru Jackson dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2##CL#
Akamu moves into the clinch successfully.
Jackson changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Akamu fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Akamu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jackson manages to avoid it.
A jab from Akamu misses.
Jackson on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
We've been informed that Jackson has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Jackson darts in looking for a takedown but Akamu gets double underhooks and turns Jackson into the cage.
Akamu scores with a nice head shot.#TD2#
Jackson throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Akamu was covering up waiting for the punch and Jackson finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Jackson trying to control but Akamu is working from the bottom.
Jackson postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Jackson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T1#
Jackson works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Jackson not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Akamu is staying active underneath Jackson, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Akamu is trying to control but can't.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Jackson connects with a nice short shot to Akamu's temple.
Akamu is not content to let Jackson control the position.
Jackson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Akamu is trying to get back to full guard.
Akamaru Jackson has got the better of the ground game so far.
Jackson slips a nice elbow through Akamu's hands, connecting with Akamu's forehead.
Jackson working over Akamu with some ground and pound. Akamu looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T2#
Jackson takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Jackson scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Akamu has hold of Jackson's hands but Jackson slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Jackson thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Jackson scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Jackson not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Akamu is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Jackson scores with a couple of nice shots.
Jackson lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Jackson connects with a nice short shot to Akamu's temple.
Jackson is just content to waste time from the top position. Akamu takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Jackson lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Jackson works over Akamu with some ground and pound from guard.#T3#
Jackson landing some decent shots from guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Jackson's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Jackson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Jackson content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Jackson is looking to work some ground and pound but Akamu has wrist control.
Akamu knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Jackson on the ground.
Jackson makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Jackson is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Jackson cracks Akamu with a solid left hand.
Jackson postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Akamu looking to control.
Jackson scoring with punches to the head and body. #T4#
Jackson working some strikes from top position.
Jackson trying to control but Akamu is working from the bottom.
Jackson content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Jackson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Jackson lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Jackson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jackson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Jackson is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Jackson working some strikes from top position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Akamaru Jackson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Jackson misses with a takedown attempt - Akamu sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Akamu is looking to counter the offense by Jackson and move into the clinch.
Jackson shoots in looking for a takedown. Akamu tries to sprawl out of it but Jackson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Akamu manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #TD2#
Jackson closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Jackson lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Jackson thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Jackson prevents Akamu from improving his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Akamu keeps working. #T1#
Akamu trying to control here.
Jackson scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Jackson trying to control from half guard but Akamu is working away.
Jackson lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Jackson drops an elbow to the side of Akamu's head.
Jackson drops an elbow to the side of Akamu's head.
Akamu is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Akamu is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Jackson scores with a couple of nice shots.
John Akamu has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Jackson lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Jackson is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Jackson slips a nice elbow through Akamu's hands, connecting with Akamu's forehead.
Jackson working the head and body with strikes.
Akamu has hold of Jackson's hands but Jackson slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Jackson lands a nice short elbow.
Jackson throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Jackson working the head and body with strikes.
Jackson drops an elbow to the side of Akamu's head.
Akamu avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Jackson.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Jackson connects with a nice short shot to Akamu's temple.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T3#
Jackson not doing much here.
Jackson slips a nice elbow through Akamu's hands, connecting with Akamu's forehead.
Akamu taking some punishment here, with Jackson in his half guard.
Akamu has hold of Jackson's hands but Jackson slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Jackson is controlling the pace.
Jackson 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.
Jackson landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T4#
Jackson lands strikes from half guard.
Jackson is nestled in close to Akamu, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Jackson working over Akamu with some ground and pound. Akamu looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Jackson winds up and cracks Akamu with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Jackson working Akamu over with strikes.
Jackson winds up and cracks Akamu with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Jackson takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Jackson drops an elbow to the side of Akamu's head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jackson slips a nice elbow through Akamu's hands, connecting with Akamu's forehead.
Jackson working over Akamu with some ground and pound. Akamu looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Akamaru Jackson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Jackson not doing much here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Akamaru Jackson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Jackson winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 27:30
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 27:30
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Akamaru Jackson!
The defeated John Akamu had this to say: 'Thank you to all the fans & please do check out White Gorilla (1529) & PWNAGE™ (5868) who have kindly sponsored me. Who's next?'. |
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Event:
CFC Christmas
Date: Dec 24, 2022 |
#R1#
Douran throws a jab but it's blocked by Akamu. #CL#
Akamu has taken the fight to the clinch.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Douran has eaten all the pies!
Akamu lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Douran or not.
A short body shot lands from Akamu as the two fighters clinch.
Douran looks winded!
Akamu softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Akamu lands a shoulder strike.
Akamu scores with a hook to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Akamu creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short body shot lands from Akamu as the two fighters clinch.
Akamu definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
A nice right hand lands inside from Akamu.
Douran is looking to take this one to the mat.
Akamu lands with a light punch inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Akamu lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Douran.
Akamu gets through Douran's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A short right from Akamu on the inside. #KD#
Akamu drops Douran onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Douran is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!#ROC#Douran is rocked!
A short body shot lands from Akamu as the two fighters clinch.
Douran is still on wobbly legs! Can Akamu finish him?#T1#
Akamu lands a huge punch on the inside that knocks Douran senseless! Wow, what a way to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). John Akamu!
John Akamu looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'Thank you to all the fans & please do check out White Gorilla (1529) & PWNAGE™ (5868) who have kindly sponsored me.Who's next?'. |
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Event:
CFC 508
Date: Dec 03, 2022 |
#R1#
Akamu defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Prilla.
Akamu connects with a single shot there.
Prilla takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Akamu lands with a good body shot.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Prilla is defended easily by Akamu.#CL2#
Akamu darts in and clinches Prilla up against the cage.
Prilla is trying to force a seperation but Akamu has the dominant position.
Akamu lands a hook that snaps the head of Prilla backwards.
Akamu scores with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A right hook to the body lands for Akamu.
Akamu pushes Prilla back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Akamu lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Akamu scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T1#
Akamu lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Akamu creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short right from Akamu on the inside.
Akamu lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Akamu lands a shoulder strike.
A short right from Akamu on the inside.
Akamu lands a shot to the body.
A short right from Akamu.
Prilla tries to break free but Akamu pushes him back against the cage.
Akamu lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Akamu presses Prilla against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A hook to the body from Akamu.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A right hook to the body lands for Akamu.
Prilla is breathing heavily.
Akamu lands a body shot. #T2#
A short left from Akamu.
Akamu lands a left hand that snaps the head of Prilla backwards.
Akamu lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Akamu lands a left hand.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Akamu.
Prilla has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Akamu lands a left hand.
Akamu lands a body punch in the clinch.
Akamu scores with a shoulder strike.
Akamu is leaning against Prilla and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Akamu pushes Prilla back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Prilla is trying to break the clinch but Akamu has him pressed against the cage.
Akamu digs a right hand into Prilla's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Prilla's gas tank. #T3#
Akamu lands with a light punch inside.
Akamu throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Akamu working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Akamu lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Akamu lands a right hand.
A hook to the body from Akamu.
Akamu lands a body punch.
Akamu lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Akamu scores with a shot to the side of Prilla's head.
Akamu scores with an uppercut up the middle.#ROC2#Prilla is rocked!
A shot in the inside from Akamu.
Oh Prilla is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Prilla wants to stall.
Akamu creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Prilla with a big uppercut! Prilla tries to clinch up but Akamu pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Prilla to the mat! Prilla covers up and Akamu unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). John Akamu!
John Akamu looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'First I just wanna give props to my sponsors White Gorilla & Pwnage who have made getting here a lot easier, and just wanna say thanks to all the fans for supporting me & keeping me working hard to put on the best performance I could here tonight.'. |
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