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Event:
GAT#III
Date: Apr 26, 2024 |
#R1##TD#
Balgav tries to sprawl but Le Boulder drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Le Boulder performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Le Boulder seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Balgav for as long as he can get away with.
Le Boulder passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Balgav!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Le Boulder takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Balgav can do anything to dispel that myth.#T1#
Le Boulder has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Balgav looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Balgav is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Le Boulder sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Le Boulder continues to stall.
Balgav is trying to stand.
Le Boulder controlling from the full mount.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Le Boulder.
Balgav is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
#T3#
Le Boulder sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Balgav wants to try and get back to his feet.
Le Boulder thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Balgav is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Le Boulder controlling from the full mount. #T5#
Le Boulder'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.
Balgav is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Le Boulder controlling from the full mount. #T6#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Le Boulder won't let Balgav get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
Le Boulder controlling from the full mount. #T7#
More hug and hope from Le Boulder.#SUB#
Le Boulder looking to secure an arm triangle but Balgav defends it well.
Le Boulder tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Balgav is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.#T8#
Le Boulder is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Balgav is in real trouble.
Le Boulder biding his time, controlling Balgav.
Balgav is trying to stand back up. #T9#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Balgav covering up well under a series of strikes from Le Boulder.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bob Le Boulder showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Le Boulder has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1 round of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight for Bob Le Boulder!
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight for Bob Le Boulder!
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight for Bob Le Boulder!
Bob Le Boulder wins by unanimous decision!
Bob Le Boulder very nearly forgot to thank Pulling Guard 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:
The Road.
Date: Apr 18, 2024 |
#R1##TD#
Kakuto shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Balgav is trying to defend but Kakuto finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Still in half guard, Kakuto seems content to control.
Kakuto not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Kakuto is controlling the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Kakuto is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T1##SUB#
Kakuto is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Balgav is trying to escape back to his feet but Kakuto uses the scramble to pass into side control.
#SUB#
Kakuto is trying to get an arm triangle but Balgav is defending well.
Kakuto works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.#T2##SUB#
Kakuto tries for a kimura but Balgav is defending well.
Balgav is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Kakuto has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Kakuto wants to lay and pray for a moment but Balgav keeps working.
Balgav pushes Kakuto away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Kakuto gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#SUB#
Kakuto is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Balgav has escaped the position, nice work there.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Balgav can do anything to dispel that myth.#T3#
Balgav tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
Kakuto biding his time, controlling Balgav.
Balgav really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kakuto. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Balgav is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kakuto punches Balgav on the ear. #SUB#
Kakuto has his arm under Balgav's chin here. Game over son! Kakuto squeezes tightly and Balgav is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Tsuyoi Kakuto!
Tsuyoi Kakuto managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Furnace Performance 🔥, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
Fury!
Date: Apr 10, 2024 |
#R1#
Both fighters are only really looking to counter, so after a good 30 seconds of circling each other endlessly, the referee has stepped in and told them both to be more aggressive.
Balgav looks to land a right hand but Brown moved out of range.
Brown throwing a counter right hand but Balgav manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brown tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Balgav steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Balgav shoots in for a takedown but Brown shows good takedown defense. #T1#
Brown stuffs the takedown.
Brown half committed to a counter leg kick.
Bosko Brown is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Brown throws a leg kick but Balgav moved away.
A nice side step and Balgav releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Brown walks into a stiff left hand from Balgav.#CUT2#It looks like Bosko Brown has been cut.
A cross from Brown lands.#CUT#It looks like Borscht Balgav has been cut.#T2#
Balgav lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Brown circles away quickly and effectively.
Brown is looking to counter punch.
Balgav tries to bum rush Brown with a series of wild strikes but Brown uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Balgav doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Brown connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bosko Brown has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Borscht Balgav.#T3#
Balgav takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Brown stuffs the takedown attempt from Balgav. Balgav gets slowly back to his feet.
Brown throws a big counter combination but Balgav scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Brown throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Balgav appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Balgav throws a right and a left that both miss.
Brown was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Balgav closes this distance looking for a takedown but Brown circles away.
Brown throws a big counter combination but Balgav scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Brown takes a swing at Balgav's ribcage but misses.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Balgav fails with a takedown attempt.
Brown is looking for a counter combo.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bosko Brown dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Brown takes one on the button.
We've been informed that Balgav has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Balgav misses with a takedown attempt
and Brown counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Balgav blocks a head kick by Brown.
As Brown backs off Balgav throws a huge counter combo but Brown manages to avoid it all.#T1#
Brown dodges the punch combination from Balgav.
Brown misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Balgav.
Balgav is looking for the big counter here.
Brown walks forward, straight into a front kick from Balgav.
Bosko Brown is winning the standup battle so far.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Balgav shoots for a double leg takedown but Brown sprawls well. He's pushed Balgav's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Balgav gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Brown counters with a nice body shot.
Bosko Brown has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Borscht Balgav.#T3#
Balgav fails with a takedown attempt.
It looked like Brown was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Balgav falls off balance throwing a combination
and Brown counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T4#
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.
Balgav dives in and grabs Brown's left leg, looking for a takedown. Brown pushes down on Balgav's head and hops out.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Balgav uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Brown.
A nice side step and Balgav releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Balgav throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Brown thinks about countering with a head kick.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Balgav shoots in for a double leg but Brown sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bosko Brown dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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. This is the final round!#R3#
Brown with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Sloppy strikes from Brown. Those never looked like landing.
Balgav shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Brown defends it nicely.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Balgav shoots for a double leg takedown but Brown sprawls well. He's pushed Balgav's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Balgav misses with a takedown
and Brown counters with a left and a right that stings Balgav.
Bosko Brown has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Borscht Balgav.#T2#
Balgav looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Nice defenses there by Brown.#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Balgav has knocked Brown down with a huge combo! Balgav steps away and waves a wobbly Brown back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Brown throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T3#
Balgav wants to land a leg kick but Brown is out of range.
Brown looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Balgav lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
A jab from Brown does it's job there.
Balgav walks into a stiff left hand from Brown.#ROC#Balgav is rocked!#T4#
Balgav is starting to get sloppy and is letting his hands down. Brown just took advantage and landed a stinging jab. Oh! Now a right hook, right on the button! Balgav has gone limp and this one is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:15 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Bosko Brown! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 30, 2024 |
#R1#
Bowen tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Balgav counters with a left and a right... and another left... and another!! That last one turned off the lights! Bowen has no idea who he is and is as he gazes up at the spotlights. Brutal knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Borscht Balgav!
Borscht Balgav managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Silverguard Outfitters 🛡, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
HRL59
Date: Feb 10, 2024 |
#R1##CL2#
Balgav gets tackled into the cage by Salad. Salad maintains the clinch.
Salad is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Balgav gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Balgav definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#TD#
Balgav gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Balgav throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Balgav working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Salad's thigh. Salad counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Balgav won't allow Salad to get back to his feet.
Balgav trying to control the position from guard on top but Salad is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Balgav stops Salad from standing up.
Salad keeping moving, preventing Balgav from controlling successfully.
Balgav throwing strikes but missing.
Balgav will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T1##SU#
Balgav gets to his feet. Salad looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Salad throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Balgav.
Balgav was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#TD2#
Salad looking to score a takedown here. Balgav is defending well but Salad drives through and ends up in Balgav's guard.#ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Balgav manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.#TD#
Balgav has hold of one of Salad's legs. Salad is fighting the takedown attempt but Balgav gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Balgav prevents Salad from getting back to his feet.
Salad keeping moving, preventing Balgav from controlling successfully.
Balgav tries to free his leg and advance position but Salad is retaining full guard. #T2#
Balgav's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Salad is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #SU#
Balgav gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Salad misses with a two punch combination.
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!
Salad shoots for a double leg takedown but Balgav sprawls well. He's pushed Salad's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Balgav tried to counter with a leg kick but Salad avoided it.
Salad tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Balgav counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Salad looks winded!#T3#
Salad doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Balgav counters with a left to the body.
Borscht Balgav has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tater Salad.
Salad throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Balgav counters with a series of strikes. Salad will be more careful next time no doubt.
Salad swings widly with a right hand
#KD#
and Balgav counters with a crisp right hand that drops Salad! Balgav lets Salad back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Salad wants to clinch but Balgav slips to the side
and Balgav counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Salad misses with a takedown
and Balgav counters with a perfectly timed head kick, knocking Salad out cold! Wow, that took some serious skill and not a little luck! Balgav is taking it in his stride though, strolling around like it's no big deal. What a guy.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Borscht Balgav!
Borscht Balgav took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Silverguard Outfitters 🛡 for their support in the buildup to the fight.
Tater Salad was interviewed post fight and said 'You May Have Defeated Tater Salad, But You Will Pay For It In A Few Hours, Mark My Words!!. Check Out Your Fighters Injury!! Probably Shitting His Guts Out. Tater Salad Happens To Us All Sometimes. Lets Have A Moment Of Silence For Tater Salad.'. |
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Event:
HRL53
Date: Jan 20, 2024 |
#R1#
Both fighters are only really looking to counter, so after a good 30 seconds of circling each other endlessly, the referee has stepped in and told them both to be more aggressive.#TD#
Balgav shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Balgav was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Gaines looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!#SU#
Balgav stands up and beckons Gaines to his feet. #TD#
Balgav is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Gaines's half guard.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Balgav missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Balgav looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Gaines is looking for a sweep. Balgav is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Balgav trying to control the pace.
Balgav definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Balgav wants to pass to mount but Gaines is defending the position.
Balgav sitting and controlling from the half guard. #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.
Balgav takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Balgav keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Gaines is trying to get back to full guard.
Balgav wants to stand but Gaines has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.
Balgav takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T3#
Gaines is looking for a sweep. Balgav is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Balgav is taking a breather. Gaines says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Balgav is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Balgav is controlling the pace.
Balgav slips a nice elbow through Gaines's hands, connecting with Gaines's forehead.#ROC#Gaines is rocked!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SU#
Balgav stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
Gaines is still on wobbly legs! Can Balgav finish him?
Balgav steps into range and unloads a brutal right left combo! Gaines is out on his feet! Balgav sets himself and nearly takes Gaines's head off with a straight right, sending him crashing to the mat! Wow, that was nasty... but awesome! Wooo!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Borscht Balgav!
Borscht Balgav very nearly forgot to thank Silverguard Outfitters 🛡 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:
HRL42
Date: Dec 10, 2023 |
#R1#
A swing and a miss from McConnell.
A quick step to the side and Balgav tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
McConnell tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL2#
McConnell clinches with his opponent.
#BC2#
McConnell breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McConnell tries to clinch there but Balgav circles away.
It looked like Balgav was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#CL2#
McConnell takes the fight into the clinch.
McConnell gets underhooks to prevent Balgav's takedown attempt.
Balgav tries to break the clinch but McConnell is controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McConnell comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #CUT2#It looks like Borscht Balgav has been cut.
McConnell tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Balgav's elbow.
McConnell misses with an elbow over the top.
McConnell stops a takedown attempt from Balgav.
Balgav blocks an elbow strike from McConnell.
#T1#
McConnell lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
With the fighters up against the cage, Balgav throws an elbow but misses.
McConnell throws an elbow that misses.
McConnell comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
McConnell with an attempt at a knee that misses.
McConnell has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Balgav seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if McConnell can turn it around.#BC2#
McConnell breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McConnell is throwing a storm of strikes! Right hook, left hook and follows it up with a spinning back fist! Balgav hits the canvas like a rag doll! And just like that, this one is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Joe McConnell!
Joe McConnell gave a mention to Northern Zombie in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
HRL32
Date: Nov 05, 2023 |
#R1#
Guirrez misses with a wild combination.
Guirrez throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#KD#
and Balgav counters with a nice right hand that sends Guirrez toppling to the canvas! Guirrez scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Balgav finish him?!#CUT#It looks like Raul Guirrez has been cut.
Guirrez throws a right and a left that Balgav avoids nicely.
Balgav is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Guirrez throws a series of punches but Balgav moves out of range.
Balgav tried to counter with a leg kick but Guirrez avoided it.
Guirrez throws a left and a right that both miss
and Balgav counters with a right, left combo that wobbles Guirrez badly! Balgav follows up with a massive right hook, straight to the bridge of the nose that knocks Guirrez out cold! Oh wow, what a finish! Very reminiscent of Koscheck vs Yoshida as Balgav finished him against the cage.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Borscht Balgav! |
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Event:
HRL21
Date: Sep 30, 2023 |
#R1##CL#
McConnell pushes Balgav up against the cage in a clinch.
Balgav blocks an uppercut.
Balgav takes an elbow to the temple. #CUT#It looks like Borscht Balgav has been cut.
Balgav is looking to break free of the clinch but McConnell has double underhooks.
McConnell comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Balgav tries to score a body lock takedown but McConnell shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
McConnell throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Balgav blocks it with crossed arms. #BC#
McConnell escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
McConnell closes the distance but Balgav moves to the side
letting Balgav counter with a right hand. #CL#
McConnell closes the distance and clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
McConnell escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
McConnell throws a right and a left that both miss.
A little jabbing left from Balgav on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL#
McConnell has taken the fight to the clinch.
McConnell misses with an elbow strike.
#T1#
McConnell lands a hook that snaps the head of Balgav backwards. #TD2#
Balgav is trying to trip McConnell. He has hold of a leg but McConnell is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Balgav persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
McConnell is looking to stand back up but Balgav counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by McConnell. #REVR##SUB2#
Balgav is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, McConnell has managed to free his arm - good work.
McConnell knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Balgav on the ground.#SUB#
Balgav moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from McConnell.
Balgav connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused McConnell some visible discomfort.
Balgav is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T2#
Balgav working the ground and pound.
McConnell on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if McConnell tries to get out of the position.#SUB2#
Balgav swings around for an armbar but McConnell sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Balgav's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Balgav wants to stand and escape but McConnell is having none of it. #ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Balgav manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Balgav looking for a takedown. #BC#
McConnell breaks the clinch.
McConnell is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
McConnell tries to close the distance and clinch but Balgav swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #T3#
McConnell is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Balgav let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
McConnell cracks Balgav with an open hand slap.#CL#
McConnell rushes Balgav and presses him up against the cage.
McConnell fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Balgav is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Balgav has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Nice elbow from McConnell. #CUT#That has opened up Borscht Balgav's cut even more.
Balgav looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#BC#
McConnell manages to break the clinch.
#CL#
McConnell fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Balgav, pushing him back against the cage.#BC2#
Balgav breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Joe McConnell is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
McConnell misses with a two punch combination.
McConnell fails with an attempt to clinch.
McConnell misses with a jab, cross combination.
It seemed like Balgav was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The fight stays on the outside here - McConnell looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
McConnell closes the distance but Balgav moves to the side
and Balgav counters with a nice uppercut.
McConnell throws a sloppy head kick
and Balgav makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
We've been told by McConnell's head coaches at The Jungle Room that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McConnell darts in trying to clinch
and Balgav counters with a stiff right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Joe McConnell dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Borscht Balgav's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
McConnell tries to clinch up but Balgav circles away and keeps his distance.
Balgav is looking for the big counter here.
Balgav circles away from the clinch attempt
and Balgav counters with a nice body shot.
McConnell missing with a left hand there. Balgav was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL#
McConnell clinches with his opponent.
Balgav tries to score a body lock takedown but McConnell shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice right hand lands inside from McConnell.
Balgav drops to a knee looking for a takedown but McConnell gets the underhooks and prevents it.
McConnell is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Balgav can do to turn this around?#BC#
McConnell breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#T1#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from McConnell 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 Balgav has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Balgav and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Balgav unleashes a big counter combination but McConnell bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
McConnell throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Balgav unleashes a big counter combination but McConnell bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
McConnell closes the distance but Balgav moves to the side
and Balgav counters with a one-two to the body. #CL#
McConnell gets a clinch.
Balgav blocks an uppercut.
McConnell throws an elbow that misses.
McConnell creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Balgav's defenses.
McConnell pushes off an throws an elbow but Balgav leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
McConnell lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #ROC#Balgav is rocked!
McConnell throws a big uppercut that drops Balgav! More strikes from McConnell and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Balgav lies dazed against the cage as McConnell celebrates with his cornermen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Joe McConnell!
Joe McConnell gave a mention to Northern Zombie in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
HRL11:Murray vs Dayton
Date: Aug 25, 2023 |
#R1#
Balgav shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CUT#It looks like Borscht Balgav has been cut.
Havas lands with a cross.
Havas misses with a looping left.
A nice side step and Balgav releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Havas seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Kamu Havas seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Balgav gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Havas gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Balgav is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kamu Havas!
Kamu Havas decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 14, 2023 |
#R1#
Gill swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Balgav counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Gill thinking.
Gill changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Balgav tries to avoid it but Gill manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Balgav to the ground. Balgav escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Balgav throws a counter combo.
Gill looks for the body kick but Balgav saw that one coming.
Balgav lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Gill swings and misses with a shot to the body#KD2#
and Balgav counters with a crisp one two that drops Gill! Balgav thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Gill to his feet! Gill is in big trouble!
Gill is breathing heavily.
Gill fails with the takedown
and Balgav scores with a counter punch that sends Gill to the canvas! Balgav smells blood - he's punishing Gill with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Gill has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Borscht Balgav! |
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Event:
The Island Season 14, 265+ lbs, Round 1
Date: Jul 02, 2023 |
#R1#
Balgav uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hammerhand.
Hammerhand throws a left and a right that both miss
and Balgav counters with a right hand to the body.
A shot to the liver by Hammerhand. Beautiful body shot.
Balgav definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Hammerhand misses with a right hand
and Balgav counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Hammerhand looks winded!
Hammerhand throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Balgav sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Hammerhand misses with a few strikes there.
It looked like Balgav was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Hammerhand.
Hammerhand thows a left - swing and a miss!
Balgav seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Hammerhand lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hammerhand throws a shot from downtown. Balgav moves away and avoids it.
Hammerhand throws a poor cross that misses
and Balgav counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Helm Hammerhand seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hammerhand ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T1#
Balgav needs to keep his hands up - Hammerhand had a free shot at his head there.
Hammerhand misses with a body shot.
A quick step to the side and Balgav tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hammerhand jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Hammerhand fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Balgav takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Hammerhand throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Balgav sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Balgav throws a big counter combination but Hammerhand scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Hammerhand comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Hammerhand misses with a straight right.
Balgav keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hammerhand.
It looked like Balgav was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Hammerhand.
Hammerhand looks to land a left hand but Balgav moved out of range nicely.#T2#
Hammerhand throws a right hand that misses
and Balgav counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A swing and a miss from Hammerhand.
Hammerhand throws an off balance right hand
and Balgav counters with a two punch combo.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hammerhand misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Balgav to counter with a crisp jab.
Balgav displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hammerhand throws out the jab.
Balgav uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Hammerhand.
Hammerhand stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#CUT2#It looks like Borscht Balgav has been cut.
Balgav takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Helm Hammerhand is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Balgav takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Hammerhand throws a right hand that misses
and Balgav counters with a series of strikes. Hammerhand will be more careful next time no doubt. #T3#
A swing and a miss from Hammerhand.
Balgav is looking for a counter combo.
Hammerhand misses with a hook
and Balgav counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT#It looks like Helm Hammerhand has been cut.
Hammerhand misses with a left hand
and Balgav counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
BOOM! Hammerhand lands a beautiful left hook that drops Balgav. Balgav tries to recover but Hammerhand is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and Balgav lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Helm Hammerhand!
Our winner, Helm Hammerhand, 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 04, 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.
Nakamura is trying hard to land a takedown here. Balgav sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Nakamura gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Balgav counters with a three punch combo that has Nakamura backing up. Nakamura nods at Balgav to acknowledge the strikes.#CL2#
Nakamura moves into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Balgav has picked Nakamura up - he's going for a ride! Balgav dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Nakamura moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Balgav trying to control the position from guard on top but Nakamura is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Balgav postures up and lands a big shot to Nakamura's brow.
Balgav won't allow Nakamura to sweep him here.
Nakamura trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Nakamura trying to keep a closed guard but Balgav is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2#
Nakamura is looking for a triangle but Balgav pushes his legs off easily.
Balgav slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Balgav definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Nakamura looking to hit a scissor sweep but Balgav is one step ahead there.
Balgav connects with a couple of short punches.
Balgav 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Balgav trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Balgav not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Nakamura will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
#SUB2#
Nakamura is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Nakamura looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Nakamura looks winded!
Balgav content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Balgav's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Balgav has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Nakamura controls Balgav momentarily but Balgav frees himself. #T3##SUB2#
Nakamura is looking for a triangle but Balgav pushes his legs off easily.
Nakamura trying to strike off his back.
Balgav scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Balgav pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nakamura is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Nakamura can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Balgav controls the pace.
Balgav connects with a couple of short punches.
Balgav stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nakamura swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
Balgav sitting in guard here, content to control.
Balgav knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Nakamura on the ground.
Nakamura controls Balgav momentarily but Balgav frees himself.
Nakamura tries to strike from the bottom.
Balgav is in close to Nakamura's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Balgav is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Nakamura is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nakamura doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Balgav counters with a stiff right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Borscht Balgav dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Nakamura doesn't succeed with the takedown
enabling Balgav to counter with a crisp jab.
Nakamura with a lazy takedown attempt
and Balgav counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Nakamura misses with a takedown attempt - Balgav sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Borscht Balgav has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ren Nakamura.
Nakamura is breathing heavily.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nakamura misses with a takedown attempt
and Balgav connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT#It looks like Ren Nakamura has been cut.
Nakamura fails with the takedown#KD#
and Balgav counters with a crisp right hand that drops Nakamura! Balgav lets Nakamura back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Nakamura fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Balgav appears to be looking for a big counter.#T2#
Horrible takedown attempt by Nakamura or perhaps it was just good defense by Balgav, which made it look bad.
Nakamura tries for a takedown but Balgav circles away easily
and Balgav counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Nakamura looks to clinch
and Balgav counters with a two punch combo. #T3#
Nakamura has his takedown stuffed
and Balgav counters with a left and a right... and another left... and another!! That last one turned off the lights! Nakamura has no idea who he is and is as he gazes up at the spotlights. Brutal knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:10 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Borscht Balgav! |
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Event:
KIFC 41
Date: Apr 03, 2023 |
#R1#
Lopez fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Balgav avoids it really well and circles away.
Balgav uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lopez.
An attempted straight right counter from Balgav misses the target.
Lopez is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A low kick from Lopez misses #KD#
and Balgav counters with a crisp one two that drops Lopez! Balgav thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Lopez to his feet! Lopez is in big trouble!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lopez misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Balgav was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Lopez is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T1#
Lopez doesn't manage to clinch there - Balgav circles away.
Balgav was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Lopez tries for a takedown but Balgav sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Borscht Balgav has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jose Lopez.
Balgav leaves Lopez with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Balgav looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Lopez looks for the body kick but Balgav saw that one coming.
Balgav went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
A head kick misses from Lopez.
And Balgav counters with a quick kick to the body but Lopez blocks it.
Lopez tries to clinch up.
Lopez takes a swing at Balgav's ribcage but misses.
Balgav looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#T2#
Lopez tries to clinch up but Balgav circles away and keeps his distance.
It looked like Balgav wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Balgav keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Balgav throws a big counter combination but Lopez scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Lopez tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Balgav defends well and Lopez ends up having to push Balgav into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
The fighters circle momentarily. Lopez darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Lopez is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Balgav.
Balgav appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Lopez lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #CUT2#It looks like Borscht Balgav has been cut.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Lopez is defended easily by Balgav.
Balgav appears to be looking for a big counter.#T3#
Lopez is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Lopez tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Balgav counters with a nice uppercut.
Jose Lopez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lopez looks for a takedown but Balgav sprawls well.
An attempted straight right counter from Balgav misses the target.
Lopez throws a combination that misses #KD#
and Balgav counters with a crisp right hand that drops Lopez! Balgav lets Lopez back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#CUT#It looks like Jose Lopez has been cut.
Lopez with a poor takedown #KD#
and Balgav counters with a nice right hand that sends Lopez toppling to the canvas! Lopez scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Balgav finish him?!#ROC#Lopez is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lopez misses with a takedown attempt
and Balgav counters with a stiff jab, followed by a cross and an uppercut! That's too much punishment for Lopez to take - he tumbles to the canvas, blood pouring from his nose, barely conscious. That's the end of the fight! Great knockout by Balgav!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Borscht Balgav! |
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Event:
KIFC 25
Date: Mar 17, 2023 |
#R1#
Sarcop with a hook.
Balgav definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Sarcop looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Balgav moves away from the strike by Sarcop.
Balgav throws a quick counter head kick but Sarcop was just out of range.
Sarcop misses with a hook
and Balgav counters with a left to the body.
Sarcop misses with a left hand
and Balgav counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#It looks like Doulish Sarcop has been cut.
Sarcop misses with a takedown
and Balgav counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Balgav avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sarcop misses with a left hand #KD#
and Balgav counters with a nice right hand that sends Sarcop toppling to the canvas! Sarcop scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Balgav finish him?!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sarcop throws a jab but it's blocked by Balgav.
Sarcop throws a shot from downtown. Balgav moves away and avoids it.
Balgav steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sarcop.
Balgav slips a jab and a cross from Sarcop.
Balgav lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sarcop. Balgav does a little dance to reset his feet.
A little feinted left hand from Balgav on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sarcop throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T1#
A swing and a miss from Sarcop.
A swing and a miss from Sarcop.
Balgav throws a big counter combination but Sarcop scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
The fighters circling - Sarcop throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Balgav throws a counter high kick but Sarcop was just alert enough to avoid it.
Sarcop has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Balgav defending well as Sarcop loads up on a big left hand.
Balgav is looking for a counter combo.
Sarcop finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Sarcop throws out a loose jab but Balgav uses good head movement to avoid it.
A telegraphed right hand from Sarcop misses the target.
Balgav appears to be looking for a big counter.
Sarcop throws out a loose jab but Balgav uses good head movement to avoid it.
A counter left hand to the body from Balgav misses its target.
Sarcop darts in trying to clinch
and Balgav counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Sarcop misses with a straight right.
As Sarcop looks to move away, Balgav throws a big counter combo but Sarcop just gets out of the way.
Sarcop gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Balgav counters with a monster hook and another for good measure! Sarcop falls to the ground, out cold! Stick some heavy metal music over the top of that clip and it's one for the highlight makers!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Borscht Balgav!
The defeated Doulish Sarcop had this to say: 'Well I don't want to accuse anyone of anything but you should know I'm open to fixing fights for personal gain. Stay Humble! No loser here tonight.'. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 19, 2023 |
#R1#
Leer is looking to land body kicks.
It appears Balgav was looking to counter with a kick there.
Balgav blocks a head kick by Leer.
Balgav chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Leer can pounce on him.
Leer throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Balgav half committed to a counter leg kick.
Leer scores with a sloppy right hand. Balgav should have avoided that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No joy there for Leer, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
An attempted straight right counter from Balgav misses the target.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Leer 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 Balgav has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Balgav and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.#T1#
Balgav uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Leer.
Balgav seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Leer throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
#CUT2#It looks like Borscht Balgav has been cut.
Leer moves in looking to clinch but Balgav pushes him off.
A head kick misses from Leer.
Balgav throwing a counter right hand but Leer manages to avoid it.
Balgav checks a leg kick.
Balgav seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Leer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
As Leer looks to move away, Balgav throws a big counter combo but Leer just gets out of the way.
Balgav takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.#T2#
Leer just misses with a punch to the body.
Balgav is looking for a counter combo.
Leer moves to clinch but Balgav breaks away
and Balgav makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Leer throws out a leg kick but Balgav moves out of range and Leer only half commits.
Leer misses with a head kick.
A nice leg kick from Leer, right into the meat of the thigh.
Leer throws a head kick but Balgav moves out of range.
Balgav is looking for a counter combo.#T3#
Sloppy strikes from Leer. Those never looked like landing.
It looked like Balgav was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Leer.
Leer connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Balgav momentarily.
Leer circles to his right before unloading a perfect head kick! Balgav drops to the canvas, hurt badly! Leer follows Balgav to the ground and unloads with a series of strikes that force the referee to step in and end the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Fred Leer! |
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Event:
KIFC 12
Date: Feb 17, 2023 |
#R1##CL#
Best clinches.
A short body shot lands from Balgav as the two fighters clinch.
Balgav is looking for a takedown.
Best looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Balgav taking a breather.
Best is pressed up against the cage. Balgav has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Best down to the mat. Best avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Best tries a head kick but it misses.
Best with a lazy takedown attempt
and Balgav counters with a left to the body.
Best darts in trying to clinch
and Balgav counters with a two punch combo. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Best throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Balgav feints a counter leg kick.
Best tries to clinch
enabling Balgav to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT2#It looks like India Best has been cut.
Best throws a lazy head kick
and Balgav counters with a nice body kick.
Best is breathing heavily.
Best has his takedown stuffed
and Balgav counters with a left to the body.
Best closes the distance but Balgav moves to the side
and Balgav counters with a nice body shot.
Best misses with a body kick.
Best rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Balgav counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T2#
Best tries to clinch up
and Balgav counters with a stiff right hand.
Best gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Balgav counters with a left and a right... and another left... and another!! That last one turned off the lights! Best has no idea who he is and is as he gazes up at the spotlights. Brutal knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Borscht Balgav! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 16, 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.
Onil throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Onil moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromBalgav.
Onil is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Balgav swats away the attempt to clinch by Onil.
Balgav is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Onil throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Balgav doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#CL#
Onil moves into the clinch successfully.
#T1#
Onil wants to take the fight to the mat but Balgav manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Balgav working hard to break the clinch.
Onil has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Balgav avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Balgav tries to score a body lock takedown but Onil shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Onil has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Balgav avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Badig Onil. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Balgav is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Onil is defending well.
Onil keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Balgav's efforts to push away.
Onil is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Balgav gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Balgav gets underhooks to prevent Onil's takedown attempt.
Balgav wants a takedown.
Balgav is trying to break the clinch but Onil has him pressed against the cage.
Balgav lands a body punch.
Balgav is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Onil tries to score a body lock takedown but Balgav shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Balgav changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Onil fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL#
Onil clinches. #T3#
Balgav is trying to break the clinch but Onil has him pressed against the cage.
Balgav has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Onil avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Balgav is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Balgav controlling the action here for a moment.
Onil pushes Balgav back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Balgav wants to take the fight to the mat but Onil manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Balgav tries to circle away but Onil has him pinned against the cage.
Onil is working for takedown but Balgav is calmly controlling the position for now.
Balgav goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Balgav can't get the takedown.
Onil blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Balgav has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Onil avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#BC2#
Balgav breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Badig Onil dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Onil misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Balgav counters with a one-two to the body.
Onil wants to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Onil has taken the fight to the clinch.
#T1#
A short right from Onil.
Onil tries for a takedown but Balgav manages to get underhooks.
Balgav is trying to break the clinch but Onil is controlling him.
Onil wants to take the fight to the mat but Balgav manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Balgav looking for a takedown.
Onil keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Balgav's efforts to push away.
Balgav goes for a takedown in the clinch but Onil prevents it.
#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Balgav is trying to drag Onil to the mat but Onil just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Badig Onil has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Borscht Balgav.
Onil lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Balgav is trying to maintain a safe position but Onil gets an underhook and turns Balgav into the cage.
Balgav tries to break the clinch but Onil is controlling the position.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Badig Onil has scored more points in the clinch so far.#T3#
Balgav has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Onil after a bit of a struggle.
Balgav is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Balgav wants to get back to striking at distance but Onil won't allow it.
Balgav misses with a knee to the head.
Balgav misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Onil.
Balgav is looking to take this one to the mat.
Balgav tries to score a body lock takedown but Onil shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Balgav wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Onil lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T4#
Balgav looking for a takedown.
Balgav is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Balgav is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Balgav is trying to break the clinch but Onil is controlling him.
Balgav leaning against his opponent.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Balgav is looking to take this one to the mat.
Onil has Balgav pressed against the cage, preventing Balgav from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Badig Onil dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Onil closes the distance but Balgav moves to the side
and Balgav counters with a two punch combo.
Onil throws a looping overhand right but Balgav ducks down to avoid it.
Onil throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Onil misses with an uppercut
and Balgav counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Onil closes the distance but Balgav moves to the side
and Balgav counters with a one-two to the body. #T1#
Onil misses with a looping right.
Badig Onil seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Onil has managed to clinch.
Onil has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Balgav avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Onil stops a takedown attempt from Balgav.
Balgav wants to stall.
Onil has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Balgav is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Balgav working hard to break the clinch.#BC#
Onil manages to break the clinch.
Onil throws a right hand that misses
and Balgav counters with a left and a right that stings Onil. #CL#
Onil darts in and clinches Balgav up against the cage.
Balgav changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Onil fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Onil closes the distance looking to clinch
and Balgav counters with a left and a right that stings Onil. #T3#
Onil misses with a hook
and Balgav counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Onil rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Balgav counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Onil tries to clinch
and Balgav counters with a left to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T4#
Onil tries to clinch there but Balgav circles away.
Balgav takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Onil tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Balgav counters with a one-two to the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Borscht Balgav comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Onil 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 Santiago Holmes scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Badig Onil! |
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