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Event:
HRL49
Date: Jan 06, 2024 |
#R1#
McCocker throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Westlake.
Westlake scores with a body shot.
Westlake moves in looking to clinch but McCocker pushes him off.
Westlake throws a head kick but McCocker moves out of range.
McCocker swats away the attempt to clinch by Westlake.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Some wild striking there from McCocker.
#TD2#
Westlake dives in and scores a takedown into McCocker's guard.#T1##SUB#
Westlake got a little sloppy there for a moment and McCocker has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Westlake has managed to get both his arms back between McCocker's legs - danger averted.
Westlake preventing the sweep. #SUB#
McCocker has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Westlake doesn't defend quickly enough and McCocker has managed to lock this one up! Can Westlake escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to McCocker on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Chris McCocker!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Chris McCocker waved his t-shirt featuring Furnace Performance 🔥's logo in front of the cameras. |
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Event:
HRL37
Date: Nov 25, 2023 |
#R1#
McCocker avoids the body shot from Muramaki.
Muramaki dodges the punch combination from McCocker.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Muramaki misses with the combination.
Muramaki fails to land with a series of punches.
McCocker tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCocker lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Muramaki backs up against the cage.
McCocker with a lazy takedown attempt
enabling Muramaki to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
McCocker slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A punch combination from McCocker misses.
McCocker on the wrong end of a nice hook.
McCocker dives in and grabs Muramaki's left leg, looking for a takedown. Muramaki pushes down on McCocker's head and hops out.
Muramaki seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
McCocker on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Some wild striking there from Muramaki.
#T2#
Muramaki walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Muramaki looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Muramaki has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Soul Supremacy Rio in the buildup to the fight.
McCocker just misses with a punch to the body.
Muramaki misses with an uppercut. McCocker saw that one coming.
McCocker changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
McCocker fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Muramaki on the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Muramaki throws a nice looking combination but McCocker bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
McCocker is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
McCocker lands a jab to the nose.#T3#
Muramaki is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McCocker.
McCocker with the counter takedown but Muramaki avoids it easily.
A combination from Muramaki does no damage.
McCocker shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Muramaki but Muramaki pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Haruki Muramaki has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chris McCocker.
Muramaki stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
McCocker ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Muramaki moves away.#T4#
Muramaki getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
McCocker closes the distance and clinches up with Muramaki, looking for a takedown. McCocker pushes Muramaki against the cage but Muramaki circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
McCocker throws a right and a left that Muramaki avoids nicely.
Muramaki swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Muramaki throws out a powerful jab.
McCocker goes for a double leg but Muramaki avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Muramaki continues to drive forward.
Muramaki throws a combination that misses #TD2#
and McCocker counters with a single leg into guard. Muramaki didn't expect that.
McCocker is standing up over Muramaki. Muramaki looks to escape but McCocker dives into side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#REVR#
Muramaki struggling a bit here.
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 Haruki Muramaki will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
McCocker throws a jab when Muramaki was well out of range.
Muramaki was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
McCocker moves out of range as Muramaki strikes.
McCocker drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Muramaki defends it well.
McCocker looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
It looked like Muramaki wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
McCocker fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Haruki Muramaki is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No luck with that takedown attempt from McCocker.
Muramaki is looking for a counter combo.
Muramaki lands with a precision combination! Left, right, uppercut and McCocker falls flat on his face, eyes wide open but he's out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Haruki Muramaki!
Haruki Muramaki took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Northern Zombie for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
HRL31
Date: Nov 04, 2023 |
#R1#
A big right from Toshimichi misses.
McCocker slips a jab from Toshimichi.
McCocker takes one on the chin but seems OK.
McCocker uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Toshimichi.
Daisuke Toshimichi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Toshimichi throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
McCocker takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#TD2#
McCocker bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Toshimichi bucks up and tries to throw McCocker off but instead McCocker has got his back!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2#
McCocker working for the rear naked choke here. He's got one arm under but Toshimichi is defending well. A couple of punches soften him up though and McCocker has tightened the hold! This one could be all over! It is! Toshimichi taps out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Chris McCocker!
Chris McCocker very nearly forgot to thank Furnace Performance 🔥 amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you. |
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Event:
HRL28 Molly vs Motosserra
Date: Oct 22, 2023 |
#R1#
A jab from McCocker misses.
Gunn throws a counter combo.
Gunn avoids the head kick by McCocker.
Gunn lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#TD#
McCocker shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Gunn's guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
McCocker not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
McCocker slips nicely into half guard.
McCocker controlling the action here.
Gunn is in trouble now - McCocker has advanced to mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
McCocker is controlling this nicely and is looking to make no mistakes. Gunn is trying to wiggle out of this horrible position. Gunn flips to his side and attempts to get a leg in for half guard. McCocker anticipates the leg and manages to get behind Gunn and secures both hooks! This could be bad! McCocker slips an arm under Gunn chin and tries to position for a rear naked choke. McCocker has worked the choke in now and it looks tight. McCocker is squeezing on Gunn like an anaconda would it's prey. Gunn fails to tap and has fallen unconscious! We've got ourselves a winner by way of a rear naked choke!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Chris McCocker!
Chris McCocker very nearly forgot to thank Furnace Performance 🔥 amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you. |
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Event:
HRL24 Taylor vs Natta
Date: Oct 08, 2023 |
#R1#
McCocker throws a nice looking combination but Daxton bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
McCocker throws a jab but it's blocked by Daxton.
McCocker throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
McCocker ducks under a wild hook from Daxton.
Daxton is on the wrong end of a nice combination from McCocker.
McCocker scores with a one two! Daxton had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
McCocker slips a jab from Daxton.
McCocker throws a right and a left that both miss.
Daxton wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Daxton defending well as McCocker loads up on a big left hand.
Daxton throws an overhand right that lands on McCocker's shoulder, as McCocker tries to avoid the shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A slow jab from Daxton misses its intended target.
Daxton walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Daxton misses with an uppercut. McCocker saw that one coming.
McCocker uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Daxton.
McCocker blocks a jab.
A left and a right from McCocker both land. Nice combination.
McCocker has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
A jab from McCocker does it's job there.
Daxton takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
McCocker misses with an attempted mid kick.
McCocker fails to land with a series of punches.
#T1#
McCocker misses with a double jab.
McCocker throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
McCocker throws a shot from downtown. Daxton moves away and avoids it.
McCocker staying out of range there.
McCocker misses with the combination.
McCocker throws out a powerful jab.#CL#
Daxton rushes McCocker and presses him up against the cage.
Daxton is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
McCocker slows down the pace here.
McCocker avoiding damage as Daxton throws knees to the body.
Daxton stalling the fight.
Daxton throws an elbow but it misses.
Daxton tries to pull guard but McCocker won't allow it.
#T2#
McCocker misses with a punch on the inside.
McCocker is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
McCocker being controlled against the cage.#BC2#
McCocker breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McCocker with a hook.
A swing and a miss from McCocker.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL#
Daxton pushes McCocker up against the cage in a clinch.
McCocker is trying to break the clinch but Daxton is controlling him.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Daxton is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables McCocker to keep the fight standing.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
McCocker working hard to break the clinch.#T3#
McCocker pushes Daxton back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
McCocker swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Daxton definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#BC2#
McCocker breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McCocker moves away from the strike by Daxton.
McCocker ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Daxton uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McCocker.
Daxton seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
McCocker misses with a series of wild punches.
McCocker looks to land a combination. Daxton sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
McCocker throws a series of punches but Daxton avoids them all with ease.
A slow jab from Daxton misses its intended target.
Daxton throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McCocker sees it coming and avoids it easily.
McCocker is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
McCocker throws a right hand that Daxton ducks under and follows up with a left that Daxton also avoids with ease.
McCocker pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
As McCocker tries to get set, Daxton tries to push him back and clinch up but McCocker manages to avoid the attempt.
Daxton is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McCocker throws a lazy right hand but Daxton sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Daxton misses with a looping right.
McCocker looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Daxton looks to throw the jab but McCocker is out of range. #T4#
Daxton throws a jab but it's blocked by McCocker.
McCocker throws a counter combo.
Chris McCocker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McCocker goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
McCocker keeps the fight on the outside.
McCocker moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Daxton misses with an uppercut.
Daxton is looking to clinch but McCocker is avoiding it.
McCocker throws a right hand that Daxton ducks under and follows up with a left that Daxton also avoids with ease.#CL#
Daxton takes the fight into the clinch.
McCocker avoids a wild elbow strike from Daxton.#TD#
Daxton pulls guard effortlessly.
McCocker tries to free his leg and advance position but Daxton is retaining full guard.
Daxton trying to control the position here.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McCocker content to stall in guard here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Chris McCocker dominated that round.
That's time! Daxton's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Daxton pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McCocker throws a series of punches but Daxton avoids them all with ease.
Daxton needs to keep his hands up - McCocker had a free shot at his head there.
McCocker fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Daxton wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Daxton fails in his attempt to clinch.
McCocker shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Daxton eats them both and turns towards McCocker to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#CL#
Daxton rushes McCocker and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
McCocker using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Daxton has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
McCocker is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
McCocker doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
McCocker throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Daxton blocks it with crossed arms.
McCocker wants to get back to striking at distance but Daxton won't allow it.
McCocker tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Daxton avoids it.
McCocker throws a punch but it's blocked by Daxton.
Good body shot from Daxton.
#T1#
Daxton controlling the action here for a moment.
Daxton is pushing McCocker up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
McCocker misses with a knee to the head.
Daxton wants to stall.
McCocker throws a punch but it's blocked by Daxton.
McCocker has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Daxton jumps guard but McCocker turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
McCocker wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Daxton has him pressed against the cage.
McCocker lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Daxton looking to stall.
McCocker pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#T2#
McCocker pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
McCocker tries to land a knee to the head but Daxton blocks with his arms.
McCocker stalling against the cage.
McCocker looking to slow down the pace here.
McCocker with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
McCocker throws an elbow that misses.
McCocker lands a body shot in the clinch.
Daxton dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Chris McCocker seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
McCocker tries to break free but Daxton pushes him back against the cage.
Daxton tries to land knees in the clinch but McCocker avoids the damage to the body.
McCocker tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
McCocker misses with an elbow over the top.#BC2#
McCocker breaks from the clinch.
#T3#
Daxton is looking to clinch.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by McCocker!
Daxton thows a left - swing and a miss!
McCocker fails to land with a series of punches.
McCocker throws a one two combo.
McCocker misses with a few strikes there.
Daxton avoids the head kick by McCocker.
McCocker is breathing heavily.
Daxton misses with a straight left. #CL#
Daxton moves into range and clinches up with McCocker.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Daxton as McCocker tries to tie him up. #TD#
Daxton pulls McCocker into guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
McCocker looking to improve position, pressing down on Daxton's thigh with his hand. Daxton seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is McCocker paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! McCocker's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Daxton picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Euan Daxton! |
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Event:
HFL17 Colby vs Natta
Date: Sep 15, 2023 |
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
McCocker avoids the head kick by Xin Yi.
McCocker throws a counter combo.
Jing Xin Yi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Xin Yi looks to land a right hand but McCocker moved out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from McCocker! But no joy.
Xin Yi throws a head kick but McCocker moves out of range.
Xin Yi scores with a body shot.
Xin Yi definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
A head kick misses from Xin Yi.
As Xin Yi backs off McCocker throws a huge counter combo but Xin Yi manages to avoid it all.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head kick misses from Xin Yi.
McCocker is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T1#
McCocker avoids the head kick by Xin Yi.
Xin Yi tries a head kick but it misses.
Xin Yi throws the kick towards the body but McCocker avoids it.
Xin Yi tries a head kick but it misses.
Xin Yi tries a head kick but it misses.
McCocker blocks a head kick by Xin Yi.
McCocker throws out a counter right but Xin Yi avoids it with no problem.#T2#
Xin Yi throws a right hand that misses
and McCocker counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Xin Yi tries a head kick but it misses.
As Xin Yi backs off McCocker throws a huge counter combo but Xin Yi manages to avoid it all.
Xin Yi misses with a left hand
enabling McCocker to counter with a crisp jab.
McCocker takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Xin Yi tries to land a body kick
and McCocker cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McCocker blocks a head kick by Xin Yi.
#T3#
Xin Yi throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
McCocker looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A head kick by Xin Yi misses
and McCocker counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Xin Yi tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
McCocker unleashes a big counter combination but Xin Yi bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Xin Yi tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
McCocker has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from McCocker there as he acknowledges the shot.
McCocker displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Xin Yi throws out the jab.
McCocker unleashes a big counter combination but Xin Yi bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#T4#
Xin Yi throws a head kick that misses.
McCocker avoids the head kick by Xin Yi.
Despite the aggression on McCocker's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Xin Yi connects with a high kick.
Xin Yi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McCocker sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Despite the aggression on McCocker's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A jab from Xin Yi misses.
McCocker avoids the head kick by Xin Yi.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jing Xin Yi dominated that round.
That's time! Xin Yi's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Xin Yi scores with a head kick.
Xin Yi throws a sloppy head kick
and McCocker counters with a stiff right hand.
Xin Yi lands a front kick.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from McCocker in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Xin Yi throws a lazy head kick
and McCocker counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A combination from Xin Yi does no damage.
McCocker unleashes a big counter combination but Xin Yi bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Xin Yi misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
As Xin Yi backs off McCocker throws a huge counter combo but Xin Yi manages to avoid it all.#T1#
Xin Yi throws a sloppy head kick
and McCocker counters with a two punch combo.
Xin Yi swings for the body but McCocker moves out of range.
It seemed like McCocker was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Xin Yi throws a sloppy head kick and McCocker moves out of range easily.
Xin Yi throws a sloppy head kick
and McCocker counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nice defenses there by McCocker.
Xin Yi swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
McCocker throws a counter combo.#T2#
McCocker blocks a head kick by Xin Yi.
McCocker unleashes a big counter combination but Xin Yi bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
McCocker takes a kick to the side of the head.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Xin Yi throws a head kick but McCocker moves out of range.
McCocker looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Xin Yi throws a head kick that misses.
Xin Yi misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McCocker is looking for the big counter here.
Xin Yi throws a lazy head kick
and McCocker counters with a straight right hand.#T3#
Xin Yi scores with a hook to the body. McCocker takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Xin Yi throws a head kick but McCocker moves out of range.
McCocker is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
McCocker ducks under a wild hook from Xin Yi.
A little jabbing left from McCocker on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Xin Yi misses with a right hand
and McCocker counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Xin Yi falls off balance throwing a combination
and McCocker counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T4#
McCocker avoids the head kick by Xin Yi.
Xin Yi tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
McCocker is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
A head kick by Xin Yi misses
and Xin Yi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Xin Yi misses with a looping left.
McCocker is looking for the big counter here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Xin Yi scores with a nice body kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Jing Xin Yi will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Xin Yi throws a head kick but McCocker moves out of range.
A head kick by Xin Yi misses
and McCocker counters with a series of strikes. Xin Yi will be more careful next time no doubt.
Xin Yi misses with a lunging right hand
letting McCocker counter with a right hand.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but McCocker might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Xin Yi has got the better of the exchanges.
Xin Yi tries a head kick but it misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCocker blocks a head kick by Xin Yi.
McCocker throws a counter combo.
Xin Yi throws a lazy right hand but McCocker sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T1#
Xin Yi throws a head kick that misses.
Despite the aggression on McCocker's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Xin Yi throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
McCocker throws a counter combo.
A head kick misses from Xin Yi.
As Xin Yi backs off McCocker throws a huge counter combo but Xin Yi manages to avoid it all.
A head kick misses from Xin Yi.
McCocker unleashes a big counter combination but Xin Yi bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Xin Yi pivots, looking for a leg kick but McCocker is out of range and Xin Yi settles back down.
McCocker is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
McCocker might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Xin Yi lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
#T2#
Xin Yi moves into range and connects with a jab.
Xin Yi throws an off balance right hand
and McCocker counters with a nice uppercut.
McCocker avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Xin Yi tries a head kick but it misses.
McCocker throws out a counter right but Xin Yi avoids it with no problem.
Xin Yi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
As Xin Yi backs off McCocker throws a huge counter combo but Xin Yi manages to avoid it all.
Xin Yi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McCocker can do to turn this around?
McCocker checks a leg kick nicely.#T3#
Xin Yi misses with a head kick.
Despite the aggression on McCocker's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Xin Yi lands with a thumping leg kick.
McCocker moves out of range of the body kick from Xin Yi.
Xin Yi tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
As Xin Yi backs off McCocker throws a huge counter combo but Xin Yi manages to avoid it all.
Xin Yi tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T4#
Xin Yi throws a sloppy head kick
and McCocker connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Xin Yi throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Xin Yi throws a head kick but McCocker moves out of range.
Despite the aggression on McCocker's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Xin Yi throws a head kick that misses.
McCocker unleashes a big counter combination but Xin Yi bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Xin Yi takes a swing at McCocker's ribcage but misses.
A little jabbing left from McCocker on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Chris McCocker has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Xin Yi lands with a slapping head kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jing Xin Yi showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Xin Yi has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 30:27
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 30:27
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jing Xin Yi! |
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Event:
HFL14 Taylor vs Andolini
Date: Sep 02, 2023 |
#R1#
Oystenteller is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
McCocker looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
No joy there for Oystenteller, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Despite the aggression on McCocker's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Oystenteller misses with an uppercut. McCocker saw that one coming.
Despite the aggression on McCocker's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Oystenteller throws a body kick that misses
and McCocker counters with a two punch combo.
Oystenteller throws a push kick but McCocker slaps the foot to one side.
McCocker unleashes a big counter combination but Oystenteller bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Oystenteller shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. McCocker defends it nicely.
Despite the aggression on McCocker's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oystenteller doesn't manage to clinch there - McCocker circles away.
Oystenteller tries to clinch up but McCocker circles away and keeps his distance.
McCocker unleashes a big counter combination but Oystenteller bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#T1#
Oystenteller shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with McCocker but McCocker pushes him off and we're back to square one.
McCocker throws a counter combo.
McCocker keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Darstknasset Oystenteller. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A looping hook to the body misses from Oystenteller. McCocker does a little dance to reset his feet.
Oystenteller looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Oystenteller tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but McCocker paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Chris McCocker is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Oystenteller throws a body punch but McCocker moves out of range.
Despite the aggression on McCocker's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
A swing and a miss from Oystenteller.
A bone on bone clash there as McCocker blocks the leg kick.
McCocker is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T2#
Oystenteller fakes a jab and throws a low kick but McCocker checks it well.
Oystenteller throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Oystenteller swings and misses with a shot to the body
enabling McCocker to counter with a crisp jab.
Oystenteller tries for a takedown but McCocker circles away easily
and McCocker counters with a nice uppercut.
McCocker keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCocker throws a counter combo.
Oystenteller throws a combination that misses
and McCocker counters with a one-two to the body.
McCocker uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Oystenteller.
McCocker looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Oystenteller misses with a hook.
McCocker lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Oystenteller throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
McCocker is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T3##TD#
Oystenteller looking to score a takedown here. McCocker is defending well but Oystenteller drives through and ends up in McCocker's guard.
McCocker tries to land a sweep but no joy.
McCocker is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McCocker looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
McCocker not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Our spies down at at The Jungle Room inform us that McCocker has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Oystenteller with a flurry of punches that miss.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Oystenteller preventing the sweep.
McCocker is trying to keep Oystenteller in close.
Oystenteller slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
McCocker wants to sweep here but Oystenteller controlling him for the moment.
McCocker is trying to keep Oystenteller in close.
#T4#
Oystenteller landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB2#
McCocker looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
McCocker is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
McCocker is trying to control the position but Oystenteller postures up.
Oystenteller lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Oystenteller wants to pass the guard but McCocker is keeping the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Oystenteller preventing the sweep.
Oystenteller wants to control from the top but McCocker keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Chris McCocker will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Oystenteller throws an ugly left hook that misses
and McCocker counters with a lovely straight right hand!
McCocker gets cracked there but stands up to it.
#TD#
Oystenteller gets the takedown into side control.
McCocker is looking for a sweep.
McCocker struggling a bit here.
McCocker is looking for a sweep.
McCocker sneaks back into half guard.
McCocker is looking to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCocker wants to control but Oystenteller is keeping busy.
Oystenteller seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T1#
McCocker is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Oystenteller is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
McCocker is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
McCocker avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Oystenteller.
Oystenteller 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.
McCocker is pressing down on Oystenteller's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
McCocker trying to keep a closed guard but Oystenteller is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2#
McCocker looking for subs off his back but Oystenteller has passed one foot through into half guard.
#SUB#
Oystenteller 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.
Oystenteller wants to take a breather but McCocker is having none of it. #T2#
The fighters are battling for position here. McCocker manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
McCocker wants to sweep but no luck.
McCocker keeping full guard, as Oystenteller tries to pass. #SUB2#
McCocker is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Oystenteller with a nice head shot there.
McCocker looking to control.
#T3#
Oystenteller stopping the sweep attempt from McCocker.
Oystenteller has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB2#
McCocker is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Oystenteller is aware though and is defending well.
McCocker looking to hit a scissor sweep but Oystenteller is one step ahead there.
Oystenteller forces his way into half guard.
Darstknasset Oystenteller overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
McCocker is defending against the submission attempts here by Oystenteller.
McCocker slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
McCocker is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
McCocker escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Oystenteller gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T4##SUB#
Oystenteller drops back looking for a leg! McCocker is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and McCocker manages to kick Oystenteller off! Oystenteller jumps back into McCocker's guard. #SUB2#
McCocker looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
McCocker has his foot on Oystenteller's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Oystenteller works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
McCocker is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Oystenteller defends well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McCocker trying to keep a closed guard but Oystenteller is proving a slippery customer.
Oystenteller passes easily into side control. Nice work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Darstknasset Oystenteller dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Oystenteller fails to land the takedown.
McCocker throws a counter combo.
Oystenteller throws the left hand but McCocker avoids the punch easily.
McCocker takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
McCocker lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Oystenteller throws a leg kick that is checked
and McCocker counters with a nice uppercut.
Oystenteller throws a hook but McCocker blocks it.
McCocker checks the leg kick nicely there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oystenteller misses with a kick to the body.
McCocker is looking for the big counter here.
McCocker keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Despite the aggression on McCocker's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
McCocker moves out of range of the leg kick from Oystenteller.
McCocker swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1#
Oystenteller swings for the body but McCocker moves out of range.
McCocker throws out a counter right but Oystenteller avoids it with no problem.
Oystenteller connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed McCocker momentarily.
Oystenteller throws a push kick but McCocker slaps the foot to one side.
McCocker is looking for the big counter here.
Oystenteller throws a chopping leg kick but McCocker manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A big right from Oystenteller misses.
McCocker lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Oystenteller swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
McCocker unleashes a big counter combination but Oystenteller bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Oystenteller throws a body kick that misses.
McCocker looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Oystenteller lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and McCocker has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from McCocker and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Oystenteller feints and then cracks McCocker's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow McCocker down. #T2##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
McCocker has had enough of the clinch but Oystenteller keeps him there for the moment.
McCocker tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
McCocker misses with a knee strike.
Oystenteller is looking to take this one to the mat.
Oystenteller misses with an elbow over the top.
McCocker leaning his opponent against the cage.
A frustrated look appears on McCocker's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T3#
McCocker stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Oystenteller looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Darstknasset Oystenteller. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC#
Oystenteller escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Oystenteller tries to score a power double leg takedown but McCocker sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Oystenteller somewhat.
Oystenteller moves to clinch but McCocker breaks away
and McCocker counters with a series of strikes. Oystenteller will be more careful next time no doubt.
Oystenteller tries to clinch up but McCocker circles away and keeps his distance.
A low kick from Oystenteller is predictable there
and McCocker counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T4#
Oystenteller tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but McCocker paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Chris McCocker seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Oystenteller throws a push kick but McCocker slaps the foot to one side.
McCocker unleashes a big counter combination but Oystenteller bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Oystenteller shoots in but no luck this time.
McCocker is looking for the big counter here.
McCocker ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#CL#
Oystenteller takes the fight into the clinch.
McCocker looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Oystenteller blocks an elbow strike.
McCocker tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
McCocker manages to break the clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Darstknasset Oystenteller.
I think Oystenteller has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. 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 Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 30:29
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 30:29
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Darstknasset Oystenteller!
After winning the bout, Darstknasset Oystenteller 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:
HRL6: Jai vs Munoz
Date: Aug 05, 2023 |
#R1#
Meril throws a body shot but no joy.
McCocker seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Meril throws a hook but McCocker blocks it.
It looked like McCocker was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Meril swings for the body but McCocker moves out of range.
Meril throws a body punch but McCocker moves out of range.
McCocker moves out of range of the strikes.
McCocker was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Meril throws a hook but McCocker avoids it easily.
As Meril looks to move away, McCocker throws a big counter combo but Meril just gets out of the way.
Meril throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent McCocker stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Meril throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Meril throws a body punch but McCocker moves out of range.
Meril looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Meril fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McCocker manages to avoid it.
Meril swings widly with a right hand
and McCocker counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A big right from Meril misses.
McCocker appears to be looking for a big counter.
Meril throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McCocker sees it coming and avoids it easily.
It looked like McCocker wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
McCocker takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
A combination from Meril does no damage.
McCocker throws a big counter combination but Meril scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#T2#
Meril throws a big shot that misses.
Meril looks to land a right hand but McCocker moved out of range.
Jon Meril seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Meril throws a sloppy body shot
and McCocker counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Meril misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McCocker.
McCocker keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Meril lands a nice shot to the body.
Meril throws a body punch but McCocker moves out of range.
A little feinted left hand from McCocker on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T3#
McCocker slips under a jab.
McCocker throws a big counter combination but Meril scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Meril smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Meril throws a right hand that McCocker ducks under and follows up with a left that McCocker also avoids with ease.
McCocker throws a big counter combination but Meril scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Meril misses with a straight left.
McCocker throws a big counter combination but Meril scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
McCocker ducks under a wild hook from Meril.
Meril swings for the body but McCocker moves out of range.
McCocker appears to be looking for a big counter.
Meril stuns McCocker with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T4#
McCocker keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Meril.
McCocker ducks right into an uppercut from Meril.
Meril digs a good body shot into McCocker's ribs.
Meril looks to throw the jab but McCocker is out of range.
It looked like McCocker was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
McCocker uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Meril.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McCocker avoids the body shot from Meril.
Meril misses with a combination
and McCocker counters with a stiff right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jon Meril dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Meril misses the body punch
and McCocker counters with a left and a right that stings Meril.
Meril misses the jab.
Meril is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McCocker.
A big right from Meril misses.
McCocker seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Meril loads up on a big right hand but McCocker slips the punch.
Meril has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Meril loads up on a big right hand but McCocker slips the punch.
McCocker went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Meril just misses with a punch to the body.
McCocker was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Meril misses with a body shot.
#T1#
Meril misses with a wild body shot.
Meril missing with a left hand there. McCocker was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
McCocker swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
McCocker slips under a jab.
Meril throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
As Meril looks to move away, McCocker throws a big counter combo but Meril just gets out of the way.
Meril misses with a double jab.
McCocker is looking for a counter combo.
Meril swings for the body but McCocker moves out of range.
A little feinted left hand from McCocker on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
The fighters circling - Meril throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T2#
No joy there for Meril, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Meril misses with a wild combination.
It looked like McCocker was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Meril misses with a combination
and Meril takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nice defenses there by McCocker.
Meril scores with a punch to the head.#T3#
Meril throws a lazy right hand but McCocker sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jon Meril seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Meril throws a lazy right hand but McCocker sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
McCocker appears to be looking for a big counter.
Meril throws a looping overhand right but McCocker ducks down to avoid it.
Meril thows a left - swing and a miss!
McCocker throws a big counter combination but Meril scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
McCocker slips under a jab.
Meril throws a looping overhand right but McCocker ducks down to avoid it. #T4#
Meril thuds his right hand into McCocker's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether McCocker might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
McCocker slips a straight right by Meril.
Meril fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McCocker manages to avoid it.
Meril jabs McCocker to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Chris McCocker is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Meril misses with a looping right.
An attempted straight right counter from McCocker misses the target.
McCocker ducks under a wild hook from Meril.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Meril scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. McCocker doesn't seem bothered though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jon Meril showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Meril moves into range and connects with a jab.
McCocker keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCocker has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Meril throws a body punch but McCocker moves out of range.
McCocker uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Meril.
It looked like McCocker wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
McCocker uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Meril.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCocker ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Meril throws an overhand right that lands on McCocker's shoulder, as McCocker tries to avoid the shot. #T1#
Meril looks to land a right hand but McCocker moved out of range.
Meril misses with a body shot.
Meril throws a big shot that misses.
Meril scores with a jab. McCocker acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Meril throws an overhand right that lands on McCocker's shoulder, as McCocker tries to avoid the shot.
Meril just misses with a punch to the body.
Meril takes a swing at McCocker's ribcage but misses. #T2#
Meril throws a sloppy body shot
and McCocker cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Meril tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McCocker was well out of range. Poor timing from Meril.
McCocker throws a big counter combination but Meril scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Meril just misses with a punch to the body.
McCocker seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Meril misses with a left hand
and McCocker counters with a lovely straight right hand!
McCocker takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Meril swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and McCocker counters with a straight right hand.
Meril swings for the body but McCocker moves out of range.
#T3#
Meril misses with a hook
and McCocker counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A jab from Meril misses.
McCocker is looking for a counter combo.
Meril looks to score with a jab to the body but McCocker is just out of range.
Jon Meril is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
McCocker walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Meril takes a swing at McCocker's ribcage but misses.
Meril throws a right hand that misses
and McCocker counters with a series of strikes. Meril will be more careful next time no doubt.
Meril ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McCocker moves away.
McCocker throws a big counter combination but Meril scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#T4#
Meril swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Meril fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McCocker manages to avoid it.
McCocker seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Meril throws an overhand right that lands on McCocker's shoulder, as McCocker tries to avoid the shot.
Meril throws an overhand right that lands on McCocker's shoulder, as McCocker tries to avoid the shot.
McCocker throws a big counter combination but Meril scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
McCocker has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Meril finds it's way round the side to connect with McCocker's head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Meril misses with a body shot.
McCocker swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Chris McCocker has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Meril connects with a single shot there.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jon Meril comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Meril has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 27:30
Judge William Peck scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jon Meril!
Jon Meril decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
The Island Season 14, 155 lbs, Round 5
Date: Jul 06, 2023 |
#R1#
Wetton doesn't succeed with the takedown
and McCocker counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Wetton misses with a takedown
and McCocker counters with a left and a right that stings Wetton.
Wetton shoots in and drives through. McCocker sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Wetton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Wetton shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches McCocker napping and manages to drive through into side control!
McCocker tries to buck Wetton off but Wetton is having none of it.
Wetton definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
McCocker is still trying to improve position.#T1##SUB#
Wetton looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
McCocker is looking for a sweep.
McCocker regains half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wetton wants to pass the guard but McCocker is defending well.
McCocker is trying to control but can't.
Wetton content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Wetton has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
McCocker trying to hold on to Wetton's head to control him but Wetton postures up.
#T2#
Wetton wants to lay and pray for a moment but McCocker keeps working.
McCocker wants to control but Wetton is keeping busy and won't allow it.
McCocker is looking for a sweep. Wetton is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Wetton is looking to take a break and control but McCocker is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Wetton prevents McCocker from improving his position.
Wetton perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Wetton prevents McCocker from improving his position.
McCocker gets full guard.#T3#
Wetton won't allow McCocker to sweep him here.
Wetton not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Wetton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. McCocker is keeping the position for now.
Wetton is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Wetton fails with a takedown attempt.
McCocker is looking for the big counter here.#TD#
Wetton dives in and scores a takedown into McCocker's guard.#T4#
Wetton slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
McCocker prevents Wetton from improving position.
McCocker tries to buck Wetton off but Wetton is having none of it.
Wetton has knee on belly and moves into mount.
McCocker tries to reverse the position but Wetton maintains control.
Wetton takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McCocker rolls, trying to escape but Wetton keeps control of the position.
#SUB#
McCocker showing good submission defense here.
#SUB#
Wetton is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. McCocker is defending well though. Wetton let's go of the attempt for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
John Wetton dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Wetton shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. McCocker defends it nicely.
Despite the aggression on McCocker's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Wetton fails with the takedown.
Despite the aggression on McCocker's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No luck for Wetton with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Wetton. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1##TD#
Wetton drives through with a takedown into McCocker's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Wetton looking to sit in guard and control but McCocker gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Wetton is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
McCocker must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
McCocker controlling from the top position. #SUB#
Wetton has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but McCocker can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T2#
McCocker trying to control the position from guard on top but Wetton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McCocker preventing the sweep.
McCocker trying to control but Wetton is working from the bottom.
Wetton looking for a sweep. Not yet Wetton, not yet.
Wetton seems keen to control McCocker's posture.
McCocker looking to pass the guard. #T3##SUB#
McCocker avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Wetton 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.
McCocker trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Wetton looking to hit a scissor sweep but McCocker is one step ahead there.
Wetton pulls McCocker in close to his closed guard and prevents McCocker from doing any damage or advancing position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Wetton misses with a takedown attempt
and McCocker counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Wetton shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with McCocker but McCocker pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Wetton throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around McCocker's waist but McCocker gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Wetton off to one side.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wetton misses with a takedown
enabling McCocker to counter with a crisp jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Chris McCocker 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. This is the final round!#R3#
Wetton shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and McCocker counters with a nice uppercut.
Wetton shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. McCocker defends it nicely.
McCocker throws a counter combo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wetton fails with the takedown
and McCocker counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Wetton. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Wetton fails with a takedown attempt.
Wetton tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but McCocker defends well and Wetton ends up having to push McCocker into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Wetton blocks an elbow strike from McCocker.
McCocker pushes Wetton back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Wetton is trying to maintain a safe position but McCocker gets an underhook and turns Wetton into the cage.
McCocker's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
McCocker is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
McCocker continues to stall. The referee tells him to work or he's going to break them up.#T2##BC2#
McCocker manages to break the clinch.
Wetton shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as McCocker sprawls well. McCocker wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Wetton gets slowly back to his feet.
McCocker is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Wetton shoots in looking for a takedown. McCocker tries to sprawl out of it but Wetton keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. McCocker manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
McCocker is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T3#
Wetton has his takedown stuffed
and McCocker counters with a left and a right that stings Wetton.
Wetton shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says McCocker as he avoids it easily.
Wetton has his takedown stuffed
and McCocker counters with a straight right hand.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#T4#
Wetton shoots and misses
and McCocker cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Wetton shoots and misses
and McCocker counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#TD#
Wetton closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #SUB2#
McCocker looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Wetton is thwarting McCocker's attempts to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wetton not doing much here.
McCocker is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Chris McCocker comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think McCocker has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. 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 Daniel Franklin scores the fight for Chris McCocker!
Judge Bart Greer scores the fight for Chris McCocker!
Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight for Chris McCocker!
Chris McCocker wins by unanimous decision!
Chris McCocker decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
The Island Season 14, 155 lbs, Round 4
Date: Jul 05, 2023 |
#R1#
Taylor fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McCocker manages to avoid it.
Taylor swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A big right from Taylor misses.
McCocker is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
McCocker throws a jab but it's blocked by Taylor.
It looked like Taylor wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Taylor missing with a left hand there. McCocker was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
McCocker with the counter takedown but Taylor avoids it easily.
McCocker moves out of range of the strikes.
A swing and a miss from Taylor.
McCocker steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Taylor.
McCocker drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Taylor defends it well.
Taylor throws a hook but McCocker blocks it.#KD#
Taylor feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends McCocker sprawling to the canvas! McCocker rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Taylor finish him?!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Taylor misses with a hook.
Taylor lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
#ROC#McCocker is rocked!#KD#
Taylor lands a big right hand that sends McCocker crashing to the mat! Taylor stays standing though and waves McCocker back to his feet!
McCocker is still on wobbly legs! Can Taylor finish him?
Taylor throws a jab but it's blocked by McCocker.
A big left from Taylor misses.
Taylor throws the left hand but McCocker avoids the punch easily.
McCocker uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Taylor.
McCocker is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Taylor definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Bruce Taylor seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
McCocker scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
McCocker seems to have recovered his senses.#SUB2#
McCocker is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T1##SUB2#
McCocker seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
McCocker 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.
McCocker passes to side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
McCocker has knee on belly and moves into mount. #SUB2#
McCocker is working for a guillotine from mount but Taylor frees his head quite easily.
#SUB2#
McCocker is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Taylor has managed to escape the submission attempt.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
Taylor has left one of his arms exposed and McCocker doesn't need a second invitation. He's isolated it and locked on a tight armbar. Taylor screams and taps out, obviously in a lot of pain. Hopefully there isn't permanent damage to that arm.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Chris McCocker!
Chris McCocker 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:
The Island Season 14, 155 lbs, Round 3
Date: Jul 04, 2023 |
#R1#
Xin Yi misses with a double jab.
Xin Yi misses with a looping right.
Xin Yi misses with a right hand
and McCocker connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Xin Yi tries a head kick but it misses.
McCocker throws a right hand that misses
and Xin Yi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Xin Yi looks to land a combination but McCocker avoids it well.
McCocker looks to throw the jab but Xin Yi is out of range.
McCocker throws a jab but it's blocked by Xin Yi.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Xin Yi misses with a series of wild punches.
McCocker misses with a hook. Xin Yi ducked under it nicely.
Xin Yi throws a poor cross that misses
and McCocker counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
Xin Yi misses with a series of wild punches.
Xin Yi throws a looping overhand right but McCocker ducks down to avoid it.
McCocker looks to throw the jab but Xin Yi is out of range.
It looked like Xin Yi wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Xin Yi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McCocker.
A little feinted left hand from Xin Yi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
McCocker lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Xin Yi definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Jing Xin Yi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Xin Yi misses with a right hand
and McCocker counters with a stiff right hand.
Xin Yi moves out of range of the strikes.
Xin Yi thinks about countering with a head kick.
Xin Yi looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
McCocker might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
McCocker fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T2#
McCocker throws a jab when Xin Yi was well out of range.
McCocker shoots for a double leg takedown but Xin Yi sprawls well. He's pushed McCocker's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A cross from Xin Yi lands.
Xin Yi lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McCocker throws a right hand that misses
and Xin Yi counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters. #KD#
Xin Yi lands a big head kick that sends McCocker tumbling to the mat! Xin Yi takes a step backwards and waves McCocker back to his feet - he wants the finish!
A jab from McCocker misses. #TD2#
McCocker closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - McCocker lands in his opponent's guard.
McCocker pushes down on Xin Yi's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2#
McCocker is looking for a kimura here.
#T3#
Xin Yi is looking for a sweep. McCocker is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
McCocker is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Xin Yi is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Chris McCocker!
A relieved looking Chris McCocker 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:
The Island Season 14, 155 lbs, Round 2
Date: Jul 03, 2023 |
#R1#
McCocker catches Oystenteller with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Oystenteller doesn't manage to clinch there - McCocker circles away.
Oystenteller tries to close the distance and clinch up but McCocker swats him away and circles back towards the center.
McCocker defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Oystenteller.
McCocker throwing a counter right hand but Oystenteller manages to avoid it.
Oystenteller wants to clinch up but McCocker keeps it at a distance.
McCocker swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Oystenteller moves out of range of the strikes.
A nice side step and Oystenteller releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Oystenteller leaves McCocker with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
McCocker listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Oystenteller throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
McCocker is looking to counter punch.
McCocker fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCocker throws a jab when Oystenteller was well out of range.
We've been informed that Oystenteller has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
A looping hook to the body misses from Oystenteller. McCocker does a little dance to reset his feet.
McCocker throws a hook but Oystenteller avoids it easily.
Oystenteller tries to clinch up.
Nice shot by McCocker.
McCocker works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#ROC#Oystenteller is rocked!#T1#
No luck with that takedown attempt from McCocker.
Oystenteller lands with a shot to the body.
Oystenteller tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McCocker was well out of range. Poor timing from Oystenteller.
Oystenteller blocks a jab.
Oystenteller feints a counter leg kick.
Oystenteller blocks a jab.
Oystenteller slips a jab from McCocker.
McCocker is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Oystenteller takes a swing at McCocker's ribcage but misses.
Oystenteller just misses with a punch to the body.
Oystenteller is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down McCocker rather than just go for the knockout.
Oystenteller swings for the body but McCocker moves out of range.
Oystenteller lands a body shot.
Oystenteller bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Oystenteller avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Oystenteller let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
McCocker bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Oystenteller's head.#T2#
Oystenteller fakes a jab and throws a low kick but McCocker checks it well.
Oystenteller moves out of range of the strikes.
Oystenteller tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but McCocker paws at him with a jab and circles away.
That kick from Oystenteller tenderised McCocker's leg. McCocker is trying to keep his angry face on.
Oystenteller uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McCocker.
McCocker is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Oystenteller lands with a good body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Oystenteller uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McCocker.
A jab from McCocker misses.
Oystenteller appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
McCocker connects with a single shot there.
Oystenteller lands with a shot to the body.
Oystenteller waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McCocker.
Oystenteller misses with a wild body shot.
Oystenteller swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It looked like McCocker wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
McCocker lands with a straight right. Oystenteller didn't see that one coming.
Oystenteller is still on wobbly legs! Can McCocker finish him?
McCocker throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T3#
McCocker lands a nice shot that snaps Oystenteller's head back.
A swing and a miss from McCocker.
Oystenteller looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Oystenteller misses with a body shot.
McCocker misses with a hook.
McCocker throws out a loose jab but Oystenteller uses good head movement to avoid it.
Oystenteller seems to have recovered his senses.
McCocker darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
McCocker misses with an uppercut. Oystenteller saw that one coming.
A shot to the liver by Oystenteller. Beautiful body shot.
McCocker throws a shot from downtown. Oystenteller moves away and avoids it.
Oystenteller is clearly trying to counter these attacks from McCocker with a body shot.
Oystenteller jabs McCocker to the body, keeping him at a distance.
McCocker slips a jab from Oystenteller.
McCocker swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
McCocker throws the left hand but Oystenteller avoids the punch easily.
Oystenteller slips a jab from McCocker.#T4#
Oystenteller uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McCocker.
McCocker throws a shot from downtown. Oystenteller moves away and avoids it.
McCocker throws the left hand but Oystenteller avoids the punch easily.
Oystenteller let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Oystenteller blocks a jab.
McCocker tries for a takedown but Oystenteller sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chris McCocker. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Oystenteller swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Oystenteller. McCocker does a little dance to reset his feet.
McCocker fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
McCocker throws a hook to the side of Oystenteller's head but Oystenteller sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Darstknasset Oystenteller seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Oystenteller throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
McCocker rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Oystenteller counters with a right hand to the body.
Oystenteller uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McCocker.
McCocker throws the left hand but Oystenteller avoids the punch easily.
McCocker misses the jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Chris McCocker dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
McCocker keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Oystenteller.
McCocker is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Oystenteller can do to turn this around?
Nice defenses there by Oystenteller.
A looping hook to the body misses from Oystenteller. McCocker does a little dance to reset his feet.
Oystenteller fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McCocker manages to avoid it.
Oystenteller throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Oystenteller scores with a leg kick.
Oystenteller throws a front kick that sends McCocker stumbling back into the cage.
Oystenteller scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
McCocker pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Oystenteller ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A slow jab from Oystenteller misses its intended target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCocker throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Oystenteller counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Oystenteller uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McCocker.
Oystenteller lands a head shot.
Oystenteller just misses with a punch to the body.
#T1##TD#
McCocker drives through with a takedown into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Oystenteller keeping full guard, as McCocker tries to pass.
McCocker is working hard here to advance position.
Oystenteller controlling the position.
McCocker wants to pass the guard but Oystenteller is keeping the position.#T2#
Oystenteller 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.
Oystenteller keeping full guard, as McCocker tries to pass. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
McCocker with a jab.
McCocker misses with a straight right.
McCocker shoots in but Oystenteller avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T3#
Oystenteller lands with a shot to the body.
McCocker connects with a looping right hand.
A jab from McCocker misses.
McCocker throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McCocker showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Oystenteller.
Oystenteller swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McCocker misses with a looping left.
Oystenteller feints a counter leg kick.
Oystenteller gets cracked with a nice right hand there by McCocker.
Oystenteller lands a body shot.
Oystenteller tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but McCocker paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2#
McCocker tries to keep at a distance but Oystenteller has taken the fight into the clinch.
McCocker wants to get back to striking at distance but Oystenteller won't allow it.
#T4#
Oystenteller changes levels and goes for a takedown here. McCocker fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Oystenteller lands a right hook to the body.
Oystenteller with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Oystenteller misses with a body kick.
McCocker looks to land a left hand but Oystenteller moved out of range nicely.
McCocker backing away here, and Oystenteller unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Oystenteller throws a body punch but McCocker moves out of range.
McCocker throws a hook but Oystenteller blocks it.
McCocker misses with a hook.
Oystenteller lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McCocker circles away quickly and effectively.
McCocker tries to counter with a takedown but Oystenteller is quick to defend against it.
Oystenteller feints and then cracks McCocker's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow McCocker down.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Darstknasset Oystenteller will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Oystenteller steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McCocker.
Oystenteller tries to clinch but McCocker is having none of it.
Oystenteller ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#CL2#
Oystenteller closes the distance and clinches.
Oystenteller effectively controlling the action here.
Oystenteller swings wildly with an uppercut but McCocker uses good head movement to avoid it.
Oystenteller gets underhooks to prevent McCocker's takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCocker wants a takedown.
Oystenteller tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Oystenteller struggles to land a body shot inside as McCocker controls his hands.
#T1#
McCocker is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Oystenteller is defending well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Chris McCocker. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Oystenteller looking to slow down the pace here.
Oystenteller looking to slow down the pace here.
McCocker blocking some punches.
Oystenteller tries a body shot but McCocker blocks it.
#BC#
McCocker's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Oystenteller uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McCocker.
McCocker slips under a jab.
Oystenteller tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Oystenteller moves away from the strike by McCocker.
A nice side step and Oystenteller releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#TD#
McCocker drives through with a takedown into Oystenteller's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Oystenteller is trying to control the position but McCocker postures up.
Oystenteller keeping full guard, as McCocker tries to pass.
McCocker slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
McCocker moves into full mount!
McCocker with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Oystenteller is trying desperately to improve position.#T3##SUB#
McCocker is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Oystenteller has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Oystenteller! #SUB#
McCocker had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Oystenteller defends it easily.
Oystenteller trying to control but McCocker is working from the bottom.
McCocker 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.
McCocker wants to improve his position but instead Oystenteller has moved into half guard.
McCocker is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Darstknasset Oystenteller has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
McCocker wants to get back to full guard but Oystenteller has passed into side control.
McCocker tries to improve position but can't.
McCocker looking for a sweep but Oystenteller has passed into full mount! Oh no!#SUB2#
Oystenteller is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. McCocker can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Oystenteller lands a couple of good shots and McCocker has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McCocker tries to escape the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Darstknasset Oystenteller.
I think Oystenteller has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. 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 Dirk Anderson scores the fight for Chris McCocker!
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight for Chris McCocker!
Judge Peter Branson scores the fight for Chris McCocker!
Chris McCocker wins by unanimous decision!
Chris McCocker thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Darstknasset Oystenteller was interviewed post fight and said 'No worries! The Athletic Commission has just announced my opponent tested positive for illegal steroids again, so this fight has been declared a No-Contest. Thank you to those of us who continue to fight clean!'. |
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Event:
The Island Season 14, 155 lbs, Round 1
Date: Jul 02, 2023 |
#R1#
Scott throws a leg kick that is checked
and McCocker counters with a straight right hand.
The fighters circle momentarily. Scott darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Scott throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Scott has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Scott swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
McCocker throws a jab but it's blocked by Scott.
Scott moves into range and connects with a jab.
McCocker with a jab.
Scott tries to clinch up.
Scott displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McCocker throws out the jab.
Scott bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Scott pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #TD#
Scott gets caught napping as McCocker dives in and scores a takedown. Scott manages to retain guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scott controls McCocker momentarily but McCocker frees himself.
Scott wants to hit a sweep here but McCocker passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Scott there!
Scott tries to hold on but McCocker postures up.#T1#
Scott keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#SUB#
McCocker is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Scott is surviving well by controlling McCocker's body position as best he can.
McCocker wants to take Scott's back here but Scott is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
#SUB#
McCocker looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#SUB#
Scott tries to improve his position but McCocker has taken his back! McCocker has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Scott tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! McCocker pushes Scott away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Chris McCocker!
A victorious Chris McCocker 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:
KIFC 95-
Date: Jun 24, 2023 |
#R1#
Toshimichi scores with a body shot.
Toshimichi just misses with a punch to the body.
McCocker takes one to the side of the head.
McCocker tries to move into range but Toshimichi moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
McCocker takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
McCocker looks to land a right hand but Toshimichi moved out of range.
McCocker gets cracked there but stands up to it.
McCocker misses with a hook
and Toshimichi counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Toshimichi connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Toshimichi lands an uppercut out of nowhere! McCocker falls backwards - clearly groggy! Toshimichi dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Daisuke Toshimichi!
Daisuke Toshimichi thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
KIFC 86
Date: Jun 12, 2023 |
#R1#
Jones scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. McCocker doesn't seem bothered though.
Jones steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McCocker.
Jones lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Jake Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McCocker takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Jones looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Jones looks to land a right hand but McCocker moved out of range.
Jones defending well as McCocker loads up on a big left hand.
Jones lands a jab to the nose.
A swing and a miss from McCocker.
Jones slips under a jab from McCocker.
Jones misses with a hook.
McCocker swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
McCocker takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Jones throws a hook to the side of McCocker's head but McCocker sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A jab from Jones finds it's way through McCocker's defenses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McCocker is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
McCocker throws a jab but it's blocked by Jones.
McCocker throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McCocker waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jones.#TD#
McCocker shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Jones's guard.
McCocker looking to pass the guard. #T1##SUB#
McCocker 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.
Jones controlling the position.
McCocker sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Jones's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Jones is defending against the submission attempts here by McCocker.
McCocker moves nicely into side control. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
McCocker tries to advance to mount but can't. #SUB#
McCocker is trying to get an arm triangle but Jones is defending well. #SUB#
McCocker goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Jones rolls with the submission and now he's on top in McCocker's guard! Nice work there by Jones! #SUB#
McCocker is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Jones defends well.#SUB#
McCocker is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Jones is aware though and is defending well.#T3##SUB#
McCocker looking for a guillotine here but Jones defends easily.
McCocker looking to control.
#SUB#
McCocker escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Jones gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
McCocker is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Jones rolls with it to try and escape but McCocker cranks on the arm and Jones is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Chris McCocker!
An out of breath and clearly excited Chris McCocker thanked Island clothing lite for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
KIFC 74
Date: May 28, 2023 |
#R1##TD2#
Wetton manages to get an easy takedown there - catching McCocker on his heels. He'll look to pass McCocker's guard now, I'm sure.
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.
Wetton slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB#
McCocker working for a triangle but Wetton defends it easily.
Wetton passes easily into side control. Nice work.
McCocker tries to buck Wetton off but Wetton is having none of it.#SUB2#
Wetton is trying to get an arm triangle but McCocker is defending well.
McCocker is looking to regain half guard here but Wetton keeps moving and retains side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCocker manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Wetton manages to get to full guard.
McCocker stands and throws Wetton's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T1##SUB#
McCocker is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Wetton has escaped the position, nice work there.
Wetton is looking to reverse the position.
Wetton struggling a bit here.#SUB#
McCocker tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
McCocker swings around for an armbar but Wetton sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into McCocker's guard.#T2##SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
McCocker escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Wetton gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
McCocker looking to hit a scissor sweep but Wetton is one step ahead there.
My spies in PhoQus Island Training inform me that Wetton has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB#
McCocker has his foot on Wetton's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Wetton works his way back into a safe position though.
Wetton looking to pass the guard.
McCocker being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB#
McCocker working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Wetton doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Wetton manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Wetton passes McCocker's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T3#
Wetton is trying to control. McCocker wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
McCocker is looking for a sweep. Wetton is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Wetton seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but McCocker does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
McCocker tries to get to full guard but Wetton has control of the leg.
McCocker won't allow Wetton to pass to mount.
McCocker is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Wetton works his foot free and advances to mount.
Wetton trying to control but he's not successful this time.
McCocker wants to control but Wetton is having none of it.#T4#
McCocker tries to get back to half guard but can't. #SUB2#
Wetton looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
McCocker is looking to improve his position but Wetton isn't that keen on the idea.
McCocker is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Wetton has taken his back.
#SUB2#
Wetton is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. McCocker is defending well though. Wetton let's go of the attempt for now.
McCocker is in bad spot here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
McCocker defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Wetton's arms.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
John Wetton dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Wetton closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
McCocker tries to bench press Wetton off him but Wetton keeps the position.
You can see the frustration on McCocker's face as Wetton controls the position. #SUB2#
Wetton is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but McCocker is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
McCocker tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Wetton taking a breather here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCocker gets back to half guard.
McCocker is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1##SUB2#
Wetton seems to be working for a kimura but McCocker defends the submission attempt.
Well, if Wetton 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.
McCocker tries to get to full guard but Wetton has control of the leg.
Wetton is controlling the pace.
Wetton is continuing to stall.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wetton tries to pass to full mount but McCocker defends it. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Wetton is still trying to improve position.
Wetton works his way into side control.
McCocker sneaks back into half guard.
McCocker has a hand on Wetton's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Wetton takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
McCocker tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McCocker is squirming around, avoiding Wetton's attempts to control the action. #SUB2#
Wetton looking for a guillotine from mount but McCocker is having none of it. #T3#
Wetton tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
McCocker tries to hold on but Wetton pushes him away.
Wetton sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Wetton wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Wetton controlling the pace for now.
McCocker is trying to escape the mount but Wetton keeps good control and instead manages to take McCocker's back.
#T4##SUB2#
Wetton is working for the choke. I would put my money on him to finish from this position. He's rolled onto his back and has dragged McCocker with him. McCocker is trying to defend but Wetton has an arm under the chin now! McCocker grimaces and is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:25 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). John Wetton!
Our winner, John Wetton, 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:
KIFC 62
Date: May 06, 2023 |
#R1#
McCocker staying out of range there.
Fury on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Fury uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McCocker.
Fury tries to close the distance and clinch up but McCocker swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Fury slips a straight right by McCocker.
Fury takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Fury drops his hands momentarily and McCocker takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Fury takes a swing at McCocker's ribcage but misses.
McCocker avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
McCocker uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fury.
McCocker misses with a straight right.
McCocker swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
The crowd cheers as Fury lands an impressive looking overhand right. McCocker doesn't seem phased though.
Good standup being displayed there by McCocker as he connects with a hook.
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!
Fury tries to clinch but McCocker moves out of range.
It seemed like McCocker was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Fury throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from McCocker! But no joy.#CL#
Fury has closed the distance and engaged McCocker in a clinch.
#TD#
Fury jumps guard and drags McCocker to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
McCocker stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Fury swivels though and keeps the full guard.
McCocker is pushing down on Fury's leg trying to pass to half guard. Fury is fighting to maintain full guard but McCocker has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
McCocker is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Fury sees it coming and defends easily.
Fury works his way to full guard. Good work.
McCocker pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Fury is keeping the position for now.
McCocker is looking to pass into half guard but Fury pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Fury is in guard.#REVR##SUB2#
McCocker is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Fury defends well.
McCocker is trying to keep Fury in close.
McCocker lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
McCocker must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T2#
McCocker stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Fury swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Fury has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but McCocker can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
McCocker stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Fury swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Fury is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Fury looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
McCocker drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Fury manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now McCocker has Fury in his guard.#REVR##T3#
Fury works a leg free and moves into half guard.
McCocker is trying to control but can't.
McCocker wants to improve his position but Fury is controlling well.
Fury is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
McCocker wants to control but Fury is keeping busy.
#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Fury prevents McCocker from improving his position.
McCocker wants to control but Fury is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
McCocker looking for submissions off his back.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
McCocker has a hand on Fury's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Fury takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Fury controlling the position easily from mount.
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 Tommy Fury will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
McCocker throws a shot from downtown. Fury moves away and avoids it.
McCocker misses with a looping right.
Fury tries to close the distance and clinch but McCocker swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Fury wants to clinch.
McCocker throws an overhand right that lands on Fury's shoulder, as Fury tries to avoid the shot.
Fury ducks under a wild hook from McCocker.
Fury ducks under a wild hook from McCocker.#TD2#
McCocker looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Fury!
Fury regains half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
McCocker is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Fury doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time McCocker.
Fury regains full guard. Nicely done. #T1#
McCocker stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Fury swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Fury is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and McCocker defends well.#SUB#
Fury has his feet on McCocker's thighs here. He's pushed McCocker off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! McCocker screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tommy Fury! |
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Event:
KIFC 47-
Date: Apr 15, 2023 |
#R1#
Blevins connects with a jab.
Blevins scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Blevins lands with a straight right. McCocker didn't see that one coming.
McCocker moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Blevins slips a straight right by McCocker.
Blevins jabs McCocker to the body, keeping him at a distance.
McCocker shoots for a takedown but Blevins saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Blevins is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
McCocker misses with a left hand
and Blevins makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
McCocker has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Blevins.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Blevins throws a nice inside leg kick.
Blevins connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #TD2#
McCocker shoots in and gets a takedown into Blevins's guard.
McCocker wants to pass the guard but Blevins is keeping the position.
Blevins is adopting a defensive guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Blevins keeping full guard, as McCocker tries to pass.
McCocker is pushing down on Blevins's leg trying to pass to half guard. Blevins is fighting to maintain full guard but McCocker has managed to sneak the leg through.
Blevins keeping control of the position. #SUB2#
McCocker seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Blevins is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Chris McCocker!
Chris McCocker managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Island clothing lite, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
KIFC 39
Date: Apr 01, 2023 |
#R1#
McCocker checks a low kick from Spades.
Spades tries to clinch there but McCocker circles away.
McCocker looks to throw the jab but Spades is out of range. #CL2#
Spades closes the distance and clinches.
McCocker swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Spades throws an elbow but it misses.
A head punch on the inside from McCocker fails to land.
McCocker working aggressively here.
With the fighters up against the cage, Spades throws an elbow but misses.
McCocker dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
McCocker blocks an elbow strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCocker looks to throw an elbow but misses.
McCocker blocks an elbow strike from Spades.
#TD#
McCocker decides to pull guard.
McCocker is trying to keep Spades in close.
#T1##SUB#
McCocker has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Spades should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, McCocker has tightened it up now! Spades should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Chris McCocker!
Chris McCocker gave a mention to Island clothing lite in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
KIFC 27
Date: Mar 18, 2023 |
#R1#
McCoy looks to land a combination. McCocker sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
McCoy looks to land a combination but McCocker avoids it well.
It seemed like McCocker was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McCoy looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
McCocker misses with an uppercut
and McCoy counters with a nice uppercut.
A swing and a miss from McCocker.
McCocker misses with a hook.
McCocker slips under a jab.
McCocker looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
McCoy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McCocker.
McCocker misses with a right hand
and McCoy counters with a left to the body.
McCoy swings for the body but McCocker moves out of range.
McCocker drops down looking to force a counter takedown but McCoy defends it well.
McCoy fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McCoy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McCocker manages to avoid it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from McCocker! But no joy.#T1#
McCoy fails with an attempt to clinch.
McCocker throws an overhand right that lands on McCoy's shoulder, as McCoy tries to avoid the shot.
The fighters circling - McCocker throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jab by McCoy.
A swing and a miss from McCocker.
It looked like McCoy was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from McCocker.
McCoy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McCocker looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? McCoy is fending him off so far but McCocker persists. Nope, McCoy circles away and we're back to standing.
Some wild striking there from McCoy.
A little jabbing left from McCocker on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
McCocker throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McCoy sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T2#
McCocker tries to move into range but McCoy moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
McCoy ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
McCocker slips a straight right by McCoy.
McCocker throws out a counter right but McCoy avoids it with no problem.
McCocker misses with a hook
and McCoy counters with a straight right hand.
McCocker swings widly with a right hand
#KD#
and McCoy counters with a crisp right hand that drops McCocker! McCoy lets McCocker back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC#McCocker is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McCocker misses with a looping right.
McCocker is still on wobbly legs! Can McCoy finish him?
McCocker misses with an uppercut
and McCoy counters with a straight right hand.
McCocker misses with a looping left.
A little feinted left hand from McCoy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
McCocker connects with a nice looking jab.
McCocker seems to have recovered his senses.
McCocker's coach down at PhoQus Island Training was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on McCocker's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
McCocker tries to move into range but McCoy moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T3#
McCoy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McCocker.#TD2#
McCocker shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. McCoy is trying to defend but McCocker finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
McCocker passes the guard and advances to mount! #SUB2#
McCocker working from mount. He moves in close and looks like he might be going for an arm triangle... He's hopped off to the side and he's transitioned into an Anaconda choke. McCoy turning a nasty shade of purple. He's refusing to tap but he's gone! He's out! The ref rips McCocker off and cradles McCoy's limp body as McCocker celebrates with his corner.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Anaconda Choke). Chris McCocker!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Chris McCocker waved his t-shirt featuring Island clothing lite's logo in front of the cameras. |
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Event:
KIFC 17
Date: Feb 25, 2023 |
#R1#
Island with a hook.#TD#
McCocker closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - McCocker lands in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
McCocker thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
McCocker stopping the sweep attempt from Island.#SUB2#
Island throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! McCocker escapes and throws Island's legs to the side, diving into side control! #SUB#
Island is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on McCocker's leg. Oh but that's left an opportunity for McCocker! He's got an arm triangle... it looks tight! He's rotating and Island has tapped! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Chris McCocker!
Chris McCocker gave a mention to Island clothing lite in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
KIFC 9
Date: Feb 05, 2023 |
#R1#
A telegraphed right hand from McCocker misses the target. #TD2#
McCocker shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than McCocker was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Wetton is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Wetton is trying to control McCocker's posture but McCocker avoids it.
McCocker passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Wetton!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCocker seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Wetton is holding on tight.
#SUB2#
Wetton defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from McCocker. #T1#
Wetton tries to hold on but McCocker pushes him away.
McCocker with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Wetton wants to hold on but McCocker pushes him away.#SUB2#
McCocker is working for a guillotine from mount but Wetton frees his head quite easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
McCocker moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Wetton has worked his arm free - good work by Wetton!
Wetton regains half guard.
McCocker wants to free his trapped foot but Wetton is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Wetton keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #T2##SUB2#
McCocker seems to be looking for submissions.
Wetton trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2#
McCocker is looking for a kimura but Wetton is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for McCocker to get the leverage.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
McCocker tries to pass to full mount but Wetton defends it.
Wetton keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #SUB2#
McCocker is looking for a kimura here.
#T3#
Wetton is trying is best to control the position here.
Wetton moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Wetton wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #SUB2#
McCocker drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Wetton manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now McCocker has Wetton in his guard.#REVR##SUB2#
McCocker is looking for a triangle here but Wetton uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
#T4#
Wetton tries to move into full mount but can't pass McCocker's legs.
McCocker is looking for a sweep.
McCocker trying to remain calm as Wetton controls from the top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wetton's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Chris McCocker dominated that round.
That's time! Wetton's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Wetton uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McCocker.
Wetton definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Wetton tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but McCocker paws at him with a jab and circles away.
McCocker looks to throw the jab but Wetton is out of range.
Wetton moves out of range as McCocker strikes.
Wetton tries to clinch but McCocker moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from McCocker on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
McCocker throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
As McCocker tries to get set, Wetton tries to push him back and clinch up but McCocker manages to avoid the attempt.
Wetton has a takedown stuffed.
McCocker has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCocker throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Wetton sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Wetton blocks a jab.#T1#
McCocker throws a jab but it's blocked by Wetton.
McCocker throws a shot from downtown. Wetton moves away and avoids it.
A telegraphed right hand from McCocker misses the target.
Wetton wants to clinch up but McCocker keeps it at a distance.#TD#
Wetton scores with a takedown into McCocker's guard.
Wetton tries to free his leg and advance position but McCocker is retaining full guard.
McCocker looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
McCocker keeping full guard, as Wetton tries to pass. #SUB2#
McCocker has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Wetton can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T2#
Wetton wants to pass the guard but McCocker is keeping the position.
Wetton won't allow McCocker to sweep him here.
McCocker keeping moving, preventing Wetton from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Wetton got a little sloppy there for a moment and McCocker has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Wetton has managed to get both his arms back between McCocker's legs - danger averted.
Wetton wants to control from the top but McCocker keeps moving. #SUB2#
McCocker throws his legs up looking for a submission but Wetton uses it to pass to side control.
Chris McCocker has got the better of the ground game so far.
McCocker tries to improve position but can't. #T3#
Wetton advances nicely into full mount.
Wetton tries to control but McCocker wriggling away.
McCocker is controlling an arm, preventing Wetton from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
McCocker really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Wetton wants to control the pace but McCocker is squirming around nicely.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if McCocker can do anything to dispel that myth.
McCocker tries to hold on but Wetton pushes him away.
Wetton looking to control but McCocker is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Wetton takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
McCocker tries to escape the position.
#T4#
McCocker wants to control his opponent's hands but Wetton gets his hands free.
Wetton keeps control of the position easily here as McCocker tries to buck him off.
McCocker is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#SUB#
Wetton looking for the RNC. #SUB#
Wetton looking for the choke from the back.
Wetton trying to control momentarily.
Wetton has good solid back control here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McCocker is trying to break free.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
John Wetton dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Wetton fails with the takedown
and McCocker counters with a nice uppercut.
Wetton takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
McCocker misses with a lunging right hand
#TD#
and Wetton decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in McCocker's guard.
McCocker looking to hit a scissor sweep but Wetton is one step ahead there.
Wetton looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wetton stopping the sweep attempt from McCocker.
Wetton 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.
Wetton passes McCocker's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T1##SUB2#
McCocker looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
McCocker is defending against the submission attempts here by Wetton.
McCocker is trying to get back to full guard.
Wetton wants to free his trapped foot but McCocker is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
McCocker actively working from the bottom here.
McCocker tries to roll over but Wetton keeps him under control.
McCocker is not content to let Wetton control the position.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Wetton is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
McCocker is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Wetton has taken his back.
McCocker tries to roll but Wetton sticks to his back.
Wetton has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of McCocker's body.
McCocker wants to escape the position.
#SUB#
McCocker defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Wetton trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure McCocker doesn't escape. #T3##SUB#
Wetton is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! McCocker is tapping out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:25 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). John Wetton!
John Wetton 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:
KIFC 3
Date: Jan 14, 2023 |
#R1#
Blevins connects with a good right hand that stumbles McCocker. McCocker circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
McCocker displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Blevins throws out the jab.
McCocker looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Blevins throws a big shot that misses.
Blevins throws a right hand that McCocker ducks under and follows up with a left that McCocker also avoids with ease.
Blevins connects with a nice looking jab.
Blevins lands with a right hand.
McCocker's coach down at Cozad The Island was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on McCocker's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
McCocker blocks a jab.
McCocker throws out a counter right but Blevins avoids it with no problem.
McCocker misses with a hook
and Blevins makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Arnold Blevins seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Blevins throws a combination. McCocker tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Blevins scores with a decent looking hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Blevins fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Blevins's corner calls for a 1-2. Blevins obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Blevins scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Blevins throws the left hand but McCocker avoids the punch easily.#T1#
Blevins uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McCocker.
McCocker keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Blevins.
It seemed like McCocker was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Blevins fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Blevins lands with an overhand left.
A left lands for Blevins.
McCocker on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Arnold Blevins is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Blevins lands with an uppercut that bounces McCocker off the cage and back into range.
McCocker uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Blevins.
Blevins bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nice shot lands for Blevins.
Blevins jabs at McCocker's body.
McCocker throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Blevins counters with a straight right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Blevins scores with a jab. McCocker acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T2#
Blevins works the jab nicely.#ROC#McCocker is rocked!
McCocker misses with a hook
and Blevins connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
McCocker is still on wobbly legs! Can Blevins finish him?
McCocker takes a shot to the body in his stride.
McCocker misses with an uppercut
and Blevins counters with a leg kick.
Blevins scores with a hook.
Blevins smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
McCocker throws a poor cross that misses
and Blevins counters with a straight right hand.
Blevins takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Blevins swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#TD2#
and McCocker counters with a single leg into guard. Blevins didn't expect that.
McCocker stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Blevins swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Blevins tries to land a sweep but no joy.
McCocker postures up.
McCocker seems to have recovered his senses.#T3##SUB2#
McCocker 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.
McCocker trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Blevins looking for a sweep. Not yet Blevins, not yet.
McCocker passes Blevins's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Blevins definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
McCocker is pressing down on Blevins's thigh, looking to free his foot. Blevins is holding on for now.
McCocker works his foot free and advances to mount.
Blevins tries to hold on but McCocker pushes him away. #SUB2#
McCocker wants to finish this one by submission but Blevins is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from McCocker. #SUB2#
McCocker with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
#SUB2#
McCocker looking to secure an arm triangle but Blevins defends it well. #T4##SUB2#
McCocker is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Blevins to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Blevins shrugs it off. #SUB2#
McCocker working for a guillotine from mount but Blevins is in no mood to give up. #SUB2#
McCocker has control of Blevins's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Blevins regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Blevins is looking to get to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Arnold Blevins dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
McCocker takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Blevins fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and McCocker has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Blevins slips a straight right by McCocker.
Blevins ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Blevins connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Blevins misses with an uppercut.
Blevins lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Arnold Blevins is winning the standup battle so far.
Blevins throws a series of punches but McCocker moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCocker shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Blevins pinned against the cage. Blevins gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T1#
A shot to the liver by Blevins. Beautiful body shot.
McCocker doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
McCocker takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Blevins connects with a body shot.
A chopping leg kick lands by Blevins.
McCocker takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Blevins connects with a looping right hand.
Nice straight punches there by Blevins. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Blevins.
Blevins lands with a straight right. McCocker didn't see that one coming.
McCocker misses with a looping right.#T2#
Blevins lands a nice looking body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A nice leg kick from Blevins, right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice uppercut there from Blevins.
Blevins jabs at McCocker's body.
McCocker has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
McCocker swings widly with a right hand
and Blevins counters with a stiff right hand.
Blevins throws a good cross that connects.
Blevins lands with a nice body punch.
A nice leg kick lands there from Blevins.
McCocker moves out of range of the strikes.
McCocker's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
McCocker takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Blevins is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
McCocker takes one on the button.#T3#
McCocker takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Blevins throws a nice outside leg kick.
Jab, jab by Blevins - just one landing.
Blevins throws out a loose jab but McCocker uses good head movement to avoid it.
McCocker uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Blevins.
Blevins scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Blevins jabs McCocker right on the nose. McCocker blinks but takes it well.
McCocker throws a poor cross that misses
and Blevins cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McCocker might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Blevins throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent McCocker stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Blevins works the jab nicely.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Blevins connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T4#
McCocker misses with a hook. Blevins ducked under it nicely.
Blevins swings for the body but McCocker moves out of range.
McCocker goes for a double leg but Blevins avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Blevins continues to drive forward.
Blevins throws a leg kick which misses McCocker's front leg but catches the back leg as McCocker tries to avoid it.
McCocker tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Blevins scores with a nice strike.
A nice leg kick from Blevins, right into the meat of the thigh.
Blevins pivots, looking for a leg kick but McCocker is out of range and Blevins settles back down. #TD2#
McCocker closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Blevins quickly recovers to half guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#SUB2#
McCocker is looking for a kimura but Blevins is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for McCocker to get the leverage. #SUB2#
McCocker is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Blevins defends it well.
McCocker is pressing down on Blevins's thigh, looking to free his foot. Blevins is holding on for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Arnold Blevins dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
McCocker avoids a punch combination nicely.
McCocker throws out a counter right but Blevins avoids it with no problem.
Blevins dips to his left and cracks McCocker with an uppercut!
Blevins stuns McCocker with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Blevins misses with a series of wild punches.
Blevins is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McCocker can do to turn this around?
McCocker looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
McCocker scores with a takedown into Blevins's guard.
Chris McCocker has got the better of the ground game so far.
McCocker trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Blevins can't keep his opponent in guard - McCocker advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Blevins gets back to full guard.
McCocker slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB2#
McCocker working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
McCocker tries for a kimura but Blevins is defending well.
Blevins is trying to get back to half guard.
Blevins prevents McCocker from improving position. #T2##SUB2#
McCocker thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Blevins can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB2#
McCocker is trying to get an arm triangle but Blevins is defending well.
McCocker working away.
McCocker tries to move to mount but Blevins blocks the move with his legs. #SUB2#
McCocker thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T3#
Blevins sneaks back into half guard.
Blevins trying to control from the bottom.
Blevins is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Blevins wants to control but McCocker is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB2#
McCocker is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McCocker wants to free his trapped foot but Blevins is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Blevins wants to improve his position but McCocker is controlling well.
#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
McCocker wants to free his trapped foot but Blevins is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
Blevins is defending against the submission attempts here by McCocker.
Blevins is looking to improve his position.
Arnold Blevins is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SUB2#
McCocker is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Blevins sees it coming and defends easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
McCocker is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
McCocker is looking for a kimura but Blevins is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for McCocker to get the leverage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Chris McCocker comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Blevins has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. 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 Dirk Anderson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight 29:28
Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Arnold Blevins! |
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Event:
KIFC 1 The Beginning
Date: Jan 06, 2023 |
#R1#
Jones tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but McCocker swivels and escapes.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Jones.
McCocker looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Jones shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as McCocker sprawls well. McCocker wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Jones gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Matt Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A big right from McCocker misses. #TD#
Jones feints and as McCocker raises his hands in defense, Jones changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#SUB2#
McCocker is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Jones defends well.#SUB2#
McCocker throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
McCocker is looking for a triangle but Jones pushes his legs off easily.
Jones wants to get up but he can't break McCocker's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #T1##SUB2#
McCocker looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jones wants to pass the guard but McCocker is keeping the position.
Jones has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
McCocker working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Jones doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Jones manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Jones preventing the sweep.
Jones looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
McCocker working a defensive guard here.
#T2#
Jones content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB2#
McCocker working for a triangle but Jones defends it easily.
#SUB#
Jones drops back looking for a leg! McCocker is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and McCocker manages to kick Jones off! Jones jumps back into McCocker's guard.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Jones wants to pass the guard but McCocker is keeping the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Jones drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Jones jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Jones advances to half guard.
Jones tries to stand and escape but McCocker is controlling the position. #T3#
McCocker trying to control but Jones postures up.
#SUB#
Jones is looking for a kimura but McCocker is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Jones to get the leverage.
McCocker is looking for a sweep. Jones is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
McCocker looking for submissions off his back.
Jones is trying to control. McCocker wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Jones wants to stand up but McCocker is controlling the position.
Jones thows a huge punch but McCocker dodges it nicely.
#SUB#
Jones is trying to work for a kimura but McCocker is defending well.
McCocker makes his way to full guard. A much better position for McCocker.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
McCocker is looking for a triangle but Jones pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Jones is sitting in close to McCocker's body. McCocker has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Jones is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Jones is tapping! That was a very nice submission by McCocker.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Chris McCocker! |
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