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Event:
CCC 75
Date: Sep 21, 2024 |
#R1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Sokolov is defended easily by TheNineteenth.
TheNineteenth throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sokolov feints the counter takedown.
TheNineteenth has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from TheNineteenth there as he acknowledges the shot.
Sokolov has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Sokolov lands a jab to the nose.
TheNineteenth throws a shot from downtown. Sokolov moves away and avoids it.
TheNineteenth misses with an uppercut.
Sokolov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but TheNineteenth defends it well.
A big left from TheNineteenth misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
TheNineteenth takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A jab lands there for TheNineteenth.
Sokolov misses with a takedown
and TheNineteenth counters with a straight right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sokolov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T1##CL2#
TheNineteenth tries to keep at a distance but Sokolov has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD2#
Sokolov manages to pull guard.
#SUB2#
Sokolov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and TheNineteenth defends well.
Sokolov is pulling down on TheNineteenth's head. It's preventing any offense from TheNineteenth, at least for the moment.#SUB2#
Sokolov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. TheNineteenth defends it easily.
TheNineteenth wants to get up but he can't break Sokolov's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #T2#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
TheNineteenth stopping the sweep attempt from Sokolov.#SU#
TheNineteenth decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Sokolov, up you get!
TheNineteenth works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
TheNineteenth throws a jab when Sokolov was well out of range.
TheNineteenth ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sokolov moves away.
TheNineteenth misses with a straight right.
And Sokolov tries to counter it with a takedown but TheNineteenth pushes his down on his head and steps out.
A big right from Sokolov misses. #T3#
TheNineteenth fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sokolov manages to avoid it.
Sokolov with the counter takedown but TheNineteenth avoids it easily.
TheNineteenth bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Sokolov's head backwards.
Sokolov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A big right from TheNineteenth misses. #CL2#
Sokolov moves into range and clinches up with TheNineteenth.
TheNineteenth is trying to break the clinch but Sokolov has him pressed against the cage.
TheNineteenth swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sokolov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
RollBack TheNineteenth has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergei Sokolov.#BC#
TheNineteenth manages to break the clinch.
Nice defenses there by Sokolov.
Sokolov works TheNineteenth's body with a nice hook.
A swing and a miss from TheNineteenth.
Nice uppercut lands for Sokolov. That snapped TheNineteenth's head back.
TheNineteenth throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
TheNineteenth defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Sokolov.#T4#
TheNineteenth leaves Sokolov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
TheNineteenth throws a shot from downtown. Sokolov moves away and avoids it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2#
Sokolov pushes TheNineteenth up against the cage in a clinch.
Sokolov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#TD2#
Sokolov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics TheNineteenth uses from the top position.
TheNineteenth has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Sokolov is proving hard to escape from.
Sokolov trying to control the position.
#SUB2#
Sokolov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
RollBack TheNineteenth dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
TheNineteenth fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sokolov manages to avoid it.
Sokolov is trying hard to land a takedown here. TheNineteenth sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Sokolov throws a hook but TheNineteenth avoids it easily.
Sokolov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and TheNineteenth makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
TheNineteenth misses with a looping left.
Sokolov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
TheNineteenth looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Sokolov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
TheNineteenth misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Sokolov counters with a shoot takedown. TheNineteenth fights it but they end up in guard.
Sokolov throws a big elbow that misses.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Sokolov working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sokolov trying to control but TheNineteenth is working from the bottom.
TheNineteenth is looking to stand up but Sokolov isn't so interested in that idea.
TheNineteenth keeping moving, preventing Sokolov from controlling successfully. #T1#
TheNineteenth working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Sokolov.
Sokolov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Sokolov stops TheNineteenth from standing up.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Sokolov trying to control the position from guard on top but TheNineteenth is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
TheNineteenth throws a jab but it's blocked by Sokolov.
The fighters circle momentarily. Sokolov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Sokolov moves away from the strike by TheNineteenth.
Sokolov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#CL2#
Sokolov has TheNineteenth up against the cage in a clinch.
TheNineteenth is trying to break the clinch but Sokolov is controlling him.
TheNineteenth wants to get back to striking at distance but Sokolov won't allow it.
#T2##BC#
TheNineteenth breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Sokolov shoots in for a double leg but TheNineteenth sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
RollBack TheNineteenth has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergei Sokolov.
A looping hook to the body misses from TheNineteenth. Sokolov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sokolov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as TheNineteenth throws out the jab.
Sokolov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? TheNineteenth is fending him off so far but Sokolov persists. Nope, TheNineteenth circles away and we're back to standing.
TheNineteenth waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sokolov.
Sokolov wants to counter the offense by TheNineteenth and move into the clinch position.
Sokolov misses the shot to the body.
TheNineteenth misses with a looping right.
Sokolov throws a body shot but no joy.
An attempted straight right counter from TheNineteenth misses the target.
TheNineteenth misses with the combination.
Sokolov feints the counter takedown.
TheNineteenth takes a swing at Sokolov's ribcage but misses.
Sokolov avoids the body shot from TheNineteenth.
Sokolov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T3#
Sokolov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but TheNineteenth moves away.
TheNineteenth throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD2#
so Sokolov counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Sokolov pushing down on TheNineteenth's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Sokolov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Sokolov looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
TheNineteenth is trying to stand back up but Sokolov is controlling him
#SUB2#
Sokolov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and TheNineteenth defends it well.
TheNineteenth tries to kick Sokolov off but Sokolov keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Sokolov trying to control the pace. #T4#
TheNineteenth tries to kick Sokolov off but Sokolov keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Sokolov working TheNineteenth over with strikes.
TheNineteenth is looking to escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sokolov passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for TheNineteenth!
Sergei Sokolov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Sokolov looking to control and managing it successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sokolov with a couple of short strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sergei Sokolov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! TheNineteenth's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
TheNineteenth looks to land a right hand but Sokolov moved out of range.
TheNineteenth throws a jab when Sokolov was well out of range.
TheNineteenth works over Sokolov's head and body with a nice combination.
TheNineteenth scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
TheNineteenth swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
TheNineteenth throws a right hand that Sokolov ducks under and follows up with a left that Sokolov also avoids with ease.
Sokolov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
TheNineteenth keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It looked like TheNineteenth wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#TD2#
Sokolov shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Sokolov was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Check out the look on Sokolov's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
TheNineteenth is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Sokolov asserts his dominance and retains side control.#T1#
Sokolov lands a decent elbow from side control.
Sokolov in side control lands a decent elbow.
Sokolov is chipping away with strikes.
Sokolov wants to control but TheNineteenth is keeping him busy.
Sokolov might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control TheNineteenth haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#ES#
TheNineteenth bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!#T2#
Sokolov scores with a jab to the body.
TheNineteenth misses with a straight left. #CL2#
Sokolov rushes TheNineteenth and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
TheNineteenth tries to break free but Sokolov pushes him back against the cage.
TheNineteenth scores with a nice hook to the head.
Sokolov jumps guard but TheNineteenth stands there with Sokolov around his waist. Sokolov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
#BC#
TheNineteenth's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
TheNineteenth slips a jab from Sokolov.
A telegraphed right hand from TheNineteenth misses the target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
TheNineteenth misses with a body shot.
TheNineteenth misses with an uppercut
and Sokolov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T3#
Sokolov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as TheNineteenth sprawls well. TheNineteenth wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Sokolov gets slowly back to his feet.
Sokolov swings for the body but TheNineteenth moves out of range.
RollBack TheNineteenth is winning the standup battle so far.
TheNineteenth misses with a body shot.
Sokolov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
A lazy left from TheNineteenth finds it's target.
Sokolov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sokolov blocks a jab.
Sokolov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from TheNineteenth.#CL2#
Sokolov rushes TheNineteenth and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Sokolov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. TheNineteenth smiles and moves away.
RollBack TheNineteenth has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergei Sokolov.
Sokolov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but TheNineteenth defends well and Sokolov ends up having to push TheNineteenth into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A quick step to the side and TheNineteenth tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#T4#
TheNineteenth tries to bum rush Sokolov with a series of wild strikes but Sokolov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Sokolov with the counter takedown but TheNineteenth avoids it easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from TheNineteenth. Sokolov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sokolov with the counter takedown but TheNineteenth avoids it easily.
TheNineteenth staying out of range there.
Sokolov slips a jab from TheNineteenth.
Sokolov goes for a double leg but TheNineteenth avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as TheNineteenth continues to drive forward.
TheNineteenth throws a big counter combination but Sokolov scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Sokolov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from TheNineteenth.
Sokolov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Sokolov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but TheNineteenth was well out of range. Poor timing from Sokolov.
TheNineteenth avoids the body shot from Sokolov.
Sokolov takes one on the chin but seems OK.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2#
Sokolov clinches.
TheNineteenth has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Sokolov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#BC#
TheNineteenth breaks the clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
RollBack TheNineteenth showed his dominance in that final round.
I think TheNineteenth 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 Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 29:28
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... RollBack TheNineteenth!
RollBack TheNineteenth 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:
CCC 61 : Oneil vs Kuznecov
Date: Aug 09, 2024 |
#R1#
Sokolov misses with a hook.
Volyas is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Volyas scores with a one two! Sokolov had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Sokolov throws a sloppy body shot
and Volyas counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Volyas falls off balance throwing a combination
#TD#
and Sokolov counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Sokolov.
Sokolov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Sokolov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Volyas's head.
Sokolov 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.
Volyas is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Sokolov dives into side control.
Volyas is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Sokolov off and has taken his back!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
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!
I really don't envy Sokolov right now.
#T1#
Volyas throwing lazy shots from the back mount that aren't doing any damage.
Even with his hooks in, Volyas manages to miss with strikes from the back.
Sokolov is trying to get back to his feet but Volyas has full control of the position and if anything, Sokolov has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Sokolov turns into Volyas and is now in his guard.
Sokolov wants to control from the top but Volyas keeps moving.
Sokolov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Volyas is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Sokolov dives into side control.
Volyas pushes Sokolov away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Sokolov gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#SUB#
Volyas is trying to stand and escape here. He's got onto all fours but that's just let Sokolov take his back! Uh oh - Sokolov has got a rear naked choke here! Volyas is forced to tap! It's all over! One monent is all it takes in this sport!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Sergei Sokolov!
During a confident post fight interview, Sergei Sokolov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CCC 51 : Fedetenko vs Hulk
Date: Jul 14, 2024 |
#R1#
Gualtieri paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Gualtieri throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sokolov tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Gualtieri manages to circle out of the way.
Gualtieri with a hook.
Sokolov fails with a takedown attempt.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Gualtieri! But no joy.
Sokolov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Gualtieri sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sokolov somewhat.
Gualtieri connects with a right hand. Sokolov shakes it off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gualtieri throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
The fighters circling - Gualtieri throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #TD#
Sokolov darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Gualtieri tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Sokolov manages to move to mount!
#T1#
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Sokolov cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Sokolov has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Sokolov trying to control but Gualtieri is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sokolov fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Sokolov lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Sokolov avoids the attempt from Gualtieri to control.
Sokolov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T2#
Sokolov scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Sokolov with the ground and pound from mount. #ROC#Gualtieri is rocked!
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!
Sokolov postures up and throws a couple of big shots that have Gualtieri in real trouble here! The ref calls for Gualtieri to improve his position which he doesn't do, so the referee has no choice but to end the fight due to the strikes!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sergei Sokolov!
Sergei Sokolov 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:
CCC 37 : Hernandez vs Eclaro
Date: Jun 15, 2024 |
#R1#
Sokolov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Turtle paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Turtle looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Sokolov shoots in for a takedown but Turtle shows good takedown defense.
Sokolov fails with the takedown.
Turtle throws a body kick that misses #TD#
and Sokolov counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Sokolov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Sokolov working the head and body with strikes.
Turtle tries to roll over but Sokolov keeps him under control.
Turtle desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Turtle has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sokolov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Sokolov trying to control from half guard but Turtle is working away. #T1#
Turtle tries to roll over but Sokolov keeps him under control.
Turtle is trying to control but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sokolov is trying to control. Turtle wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Turtle is trying to get back to full guard.
Sokolov has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Sokolov is stalling here. Turtle is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Sokolov seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Turtle has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Turtle wants to control but Sokolov is keeping him busy. #T2##SUB2#
Sokolov is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Turtle's leg. Oh but that's left an opportunity for Turtle! He's got an arm triangle... it looks tight! He's rotating and Sokolov has tapped! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Rubber Turtle!
Rubber Turtle 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:
RSE 78:
Date: May 18, 2024 |
#R1#
Sokolov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Laurez manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#TD#
Sokolov closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Laurez 's guard.
Laurez can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Sokolov controls the pace.
Sokolov throws a big right hand that misses.
Sokolov lands a couple of digs.
Laurez utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Laurez preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Sokolov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Laurez being controlled here, momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sokolov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Sokolov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T1#
Sokolov throws a big elbow that misses.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Sokolov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
We've been hearing that Sokolov has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Sokolov 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.
Sokolov stands up over Laurez , holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Sokolov wants to control from the top but Laurez keeps moving.
Sokolov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Laurez avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Sokolov looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Laurez utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Sokolov throwing strikes but missing.
Sokolov throwing strikes from guard but Laurez blocks nicely. #T2#
Sokolov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Sokolov trying to control the position from guard on top but Laurez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sokolov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Sokolov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Laurez really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Sokolov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Sokolov stopping the sweep attempt from Laurez .
Sokolov is looking to work some ground and pound but Laurez has wrist control.
Sokolov is pushing down on Laurez 's leg trying to pass to half guard. Laurez is fighting to maintain full guard but Sokolov has managed to sneak the leg through.
Sokolov is controlling the pace.
Sokolov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Laurez keeps working. #T3##SUB#
Sokolov seems to be working for a kimura but Laurez defends the submission attempt.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Sokolov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Laurez defending well though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sokolov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Sokolov working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Sokolov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Sokolov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Laurez 's head. #T4##SUB#
Sokolov is trying to work for a kimura but Laurez is defending well.
Sokolov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Sokolov is looking to take a break and control but Laurez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sokolov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Laurez blocking the ground and pound attempt from Sokolov.
Sokolov thows a huge punch but Laurez dodges it nicely.
Nice strikes from Sokolov there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Laurez trying to control here.
Laurez is trying to get back to full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sergei Sokolov dominated that round.
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.#R2##TD#
Sokolov closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Sokolov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Laurez can do to turn this around?
Sokolov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Sokolov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Sokolov looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Sokolov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Laurez 's head.
Sokolov controlling the action here.
Sokolov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laurez keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Sergei Sokolov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Sokolov trying to control the action but Laurez is working from the bottom. #T1#
Sokolov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Laurez defending well though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sokolov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Sokolov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Laurez defending well though.
Laurez keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Laurez blocking the ground and pound attempt from Sokolov.
Sokolov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Laurez keeps working.
Sokolov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Sokolov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Sokolov winds up and cracks Laurez with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB#
Sokolov wants to work for an arm triangle but Laurez is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T2#
Sokolov thows a huge punch but Laurez dodges it nicely.
Sokolov trying to mount his opponent but Laurez defends it.
Laurez is trying to get back to full guard.
Sokolov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB#
Sokolov is working for a submission of some sort.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Laurez can do anything to dispel that myth.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Sokolov in particular looking to stall.
Sokolov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Laurez 's head. #T3##SUB#
Sokolov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Sokolov thows a huge punch but Laurez dodges it nicely.
Sokolov is nestled in close to Laurez , controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Sokolov lands strikes from half guard.#SUB#
Sokolov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Sokolov is looking to take a break and control but Laurez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sokolov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Sokolov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Sokolov lands with a punch from half guard. #T4#
Sokolov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Sokolov lands with a punch from half guard.
Sokolov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Laurez knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Laurez slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Sokolov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Sokolov throwing strikes from guard but Laurez blocks nicely.
Sokolov advances position into side control!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sokolov throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Sokolov lands some shots froms side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sergei Sokolov 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#
Sokolov shoots in and drives through. Laurez sprawls well.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Laurez enables Sokolov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Laurez manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Sokolov is standing up over Laurez . Laurez looks to escape but Sokolov dives into side control.
#REVB#
Laurez avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Sokolov.
Sokolov throws an elbow but Laurez slips to the side and avoids it well.
You can see the frustration on Laurez 's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Sokolov scores with a couple of short elbows.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sokolov working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Sokolov lands some shots froms side control.
Sokolov working the ground and pound.#T1#
Sokolov working away.
Sokolov lands a few punches from side control.
Sokolov advances nicely into full mount.
The referee warns Laurez that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Sokolov lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Laurez hang on?
Sokolov cracks Laurez with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Sokolov lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
#ROC#Laurez is rocked!#SUB#
Sokolov goes for an armbar but Laurez turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Laurez .
Sokolov wants to stand up but Laurez is controlling him.
Sokolov wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Teofomo Laurez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##SUB#
Sokolov working for a triangle but Laurez defends it easily.
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!
Laurez working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Sokolov looking for a sweep. Not yet Sokolov, not yet.
Sokolov working a defensive guard here.
Laurez must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Sokolov is looking to stand up but Laurez isn't so interested in that idea.
Laurez wanted to stand there but Sokolov had control of the position. #T3#
Sokolov working a defensive guard here.
Sokolov pulls Laurez in to control the position.
Sokolov continues to stall.
Sergei Sokolov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Laurez looking to sit in guard and control but Sokolov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Sokolov works over Laurez with some ground and pound from guard.#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.
Sokolov tries to free his leg and advance position but Laurez is retaining full guard.
Sokolov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Laurez 's head.
Sokolov is stalling in the full guard.
Sokolov has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Sokolov looking to pass the guard.
Sokolov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Laurez keeps the fight on the outside.
Laurez throws a low kick but Sokolov moves out of range easily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sergei Sokolov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Sokolov, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 30:27
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 30:27
Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sergei Sokolov!
Sergei Sokolov 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:
RSE 69:
Date: Apr 17, 2024 |
#R1#
Belmiro lands with an uppercut that bounces Sokolov off the cage and back into range.#CL#
Sokolov rushes Belmiro and presses him up against the cage.#TD#
Sokolov has clasped his hands together around Belmiro's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Sokolov is working Belmiro over with some ground and pound from side control.
Belmiro taking a bit of punishment here - Sokolov scoring with strikes.
The ground and pound from Sokolov seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Belmiro tries to buck Sokolov off but Sokolov is having none of it.
Belmiro has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Belmiro keeps trying to improve his position.
The ground and pound from Sokolov seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Belmiro is looking for a sweep.
Belmiro takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sokolov working the head with strikes.
Belmiro is trying to get back to half guard.
Sokolov tries to move into full mount but can't pass Belmiro's legs.
Belmiro is looking to reverse the position.#T1#
Sokolov has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Belmiro dodges the ground and pound from Sokolov.
Sokolov wants to control but Belmiro is keeping him busy.
Sokolov lands a decent elbow from side control.
Belmiro is not content to let Sokolov control the position.
Sokolov has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Belmiro!
Belmiro is looking to improve his position but Sokolov isn't that keen on the idea.
Sokolov lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
#T2#
Sokolov scoring with strikes but Belmiro is staying in there.
The referee warns Belmiro that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Belmiro tries to hold on but Sokolov postures up.
Sokolov trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Sokolov unloading with bombs!
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!
Sokolov wants to control the pace but Belmiro is squirming around nicely.
Sokolov scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Sokolov lands a big shot there that rocks Belmiro but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Belmiro in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head. #ROC#Belmiro is rocked!
Sokolov looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Belmiro is still in real trouble! Can Sokolov finish him?
Sokolov looking to finish here with some ground and pound. He lands one big shot that has Belmiro covering up... and two more big strikes land, forcing the referee to step in and put and end to proceedings! This fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sergei Sokolov!
After winning the bout, Sergei Sokolov 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:
RSE 60: Burn In Hell
Date: Mar 16, 2024 |
#R1##CL#
Sokolov clinches up with Ness and pushes him back against the cage.
Sokolov tries for a takedown. No joy.
A short left from Ness.
Ness makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Sokolov is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Ness gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
We've been hearing reports that Sokolov has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Sokolov jumps guard but Ness turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergei Sokolov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sokolov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Sokolov.
Ness prevents the takedown attempt.
Sokolov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Ness prevents it.
Ness misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short right from Ness.
Sokolov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Sokolov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Sokolov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Ness to keep the fight standing.
Sokolov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Ness smiles and moves away.
Ness throws out a loose jab but Sokolov uses good head movement to avoid it. #CL#
Sokolov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Ness, pushing him back against the cage.
Ness lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Sokolov backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD#
Sokolov jumps into guard, dragging Ness to the mat.
Sokolov trying to control the position here. #T1##SUB#
Sokolov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ness defends it easily.
Sokolov is adopting a defensive guard.
Sokolov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Sokolov with a nice head shot there.
Sokolov wants to control from the top but Ness keeps moving.
Sokolov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Sokolov stopping the sweep attempt from Ness.
Ness trying to control the position.
Sokolov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Ness works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Sokolov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Ness really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Sokolov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Sokolov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Sokolov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Sokolov throwing strikes but missing. #T3#
Sokolov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sokolov landing with the ground and pound.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Sokolov is looking to work some ground and pound but Ness has wrist control.
Sokolov distracts Ness with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Ness is pulling down on Sokolov's head. It's preventing any offense from Sokolov, at least for the moment.
Sokolov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Ness avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Sokolov postures up.
Sokolov trying to control the position from guard on top but Ness is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Ness is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Sokolov trying to control the position from guard on top but Ness is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Sokolov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ness paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Ness fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sokolov manages to avoid it.
Nice takedown defense from Ness. No joy for Sokolov on that attempt. #TD#
Sokolov gets a double leg takedown into Ness's guard.
Sokolov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sokolov throws a strike but Ness rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Sokolov 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.
Ness trying to control the position from guard on top but Sokolov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
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 Sergei Sokolov will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Nice defenses there by Sokolov.
Ness misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sokolov.
Sokolov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Ness manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Sokolov doesn't manage to clinch there - Ness circles away.
#CL#
Sokolov clinches up with Ness and pushes him back against the cage.
Sokolov drops down looking for an ankle pick but Ness pulls his leg out and moves away.
Ness cracks Sokolov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Sokolov is looking to clinch but Ness is avoiding it.
It seemed like Ness was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Sokolov looks to clinch
and Ness counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Ness has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Sokolov is landing a low percentage of strikes.
A jab from Ness misses.
Sokolov takes a body punch but keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sokolov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Ness circles away.
Ness swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Sokolov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Ness is fending him off so far but Sokolov persists. Nope, Ness circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergei Sokolov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ness misses with a looping right.
Sokolov looks to clinch
and Ness counters with a left to the body.
The fight stays on the outside here - Sokolov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T1##CL#
Sokolov gets a clinch.
Ness goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sokolov is looking to take this one to the mat.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ness.
Sokolov wants a takedown but no success here.
A shot in the inside from Ness.
Sokolov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Ness fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Ness has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD#
Sokolov scores with a takedown into Ness's guard.
Ness not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Sokolov is fighting to break Ness's control of his arms but Ness is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Sokolov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Ness can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Sokolov controls the pace.#T2#
Ness is trying to control the position but Sokolov postures up.
Sokolov cracks Ness with a solid left hand.
Sokolov is looking to work some ground and pound but Ness has wrist control.
Ness pulls Sokolov in to control the position.
Sokolov is looking to work some ground and pound but Ness has wrist control.
Ness working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Sokolov.
Ness wants to sweep but no luck.
Sokolov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Ness trying to control the position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Sokolov looking to sit in guard and control but Ness gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sokolov seems keen to control Ness's posture.#T3#
Ness trying to control but Sokolov is working from the bottom.
Sokolov is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Sokolov 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.
Sokolov working Ness over with strikes.
Ness wants to improve his position but Sokolov is controlling well.
Sokolov wants to advance to full mount but Ness doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Ness wants to stand but Sokolov is controlling the position. #T4#
Sokolov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Sokolov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Sokolov trying to control the position from guard on top but Ness is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sokolov postures up in Ness's guard and throws a big left but Ness blocks it.
Sokolov trying to control but Ness is working from the bottom.
Ness is pulling down on Sokolov's head. It's preventing any offense from Sokolov, at least for the moment.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sokolov postures up in Ness's guard and throws a big left but Ness blocks it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Greight Ness showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Ness clobbers Sokolov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #CL#
Sokolov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Ness, pushing him back against the cage.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Ness is pressed up against the cage. Sokolov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Ness down to the mat. Ness avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Ness connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Sokolov is looking to clinch but Ness is avoiding it.
A left lands for Ness.
Ness looks to score with a jab to the body but Sokolov is just out of range.
Sokolov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Ness manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Sokolov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Sokolov staying out of range there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ness takes a swing at Sokolov's ribcage but misses.
Ness takes a swing at Sokolov's ribcage but misses.
Ness scores with a jab to the head.
Ness scores with a shot to the body.
#TD#
Sokolov throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Ness was covering up waiting for the punch and Sokolov finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sokolov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T1#
Sokolov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Sokolov throwing strikes but missing.
Sokolov trying to control but Ness is working from the bottom.
Ness keeping full guard, as Sokolov tries to pass.
Sokolov throwing strikes from guard but Ness blocks nicely.
Ness working a defensive guard here.
Ness seems keen to control Sokolov's posture.#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.
Sokolov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Sokolov throwing strikes but missing.
Sokolov trying to control but Ness is working from the bottom.
Sokolov is looking to work some ground and pound but Ness has wrist control.
Sokolov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Sokolov won't allow Ness to sweep him here.
Ness preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Sokolov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T3#
Sokolov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Sokolov is looking to clinch but Ness is avoiding it.
Sokolov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ness.
Sokolov tries to clinch up but Ness circles away and keeps his distance.
Ness circles away from the clinch attempt
and Ness counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The fight stays on the outside here - Sokolov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#TD#
Sokolov looking to score a takedown here. Ness is defending well but Sokolov drives through and ends up in Ness's guard.
Ness wants to stand but Sokolov is controlling the position.
Ness working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Sokolov.
Sokolov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T4#
Sokolov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Ness wants to sweep here but Sokolov controlling him for the moment.
Sokolov wants to control from the top but Ness keeps moving.
Sokolov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Sokolov looking to pass the guard.
Ness is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ness 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.
Sokolov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Greight Ness.
I think Ness 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 Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 28:30
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 28:29
Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 28:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Greight Ness! |
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Event:
HC GRAP 10
Date: Feb 07, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Archie Oliveira! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Sergei Sokolov!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Cecil Peabody and Wesley Smith.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Sokolov drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Oliveira (0) vs (2) Sokolov
Sokolov trying to control but Oliveira is working from the bottom.
Sokolov stopping the sweep attempt from Oliveira.
Sokolov controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Sokolov is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Oliveira is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Oliveira has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Oliveira (2) vs (2) Sokolov
Oliveira wants to control from the top but Sokolov keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oliveira is really struggling to control Sokolov but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Sokolov wants to sweep here but Oliveira controlling him for the moment. #T1#
Oliveira looking to pass the guard.
Sokolov is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Oliveira stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sokolov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Oliveira trying to control the position from guard on top but Sokolov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sokolov wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Oliveira trying to control but Sokolov is working from the bottom.
Sokolov tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2#
Sokolov trying to keep a closed guard but Oliveira is proving a slippery customer.
Sokolov is pulling down on Oliveira's head. It's preventing any offense from Oliveira, at least for the moment.
Sokolov is trying to control the position but Oliveira postures up.
Sokolov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Oliveira controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Oliveira advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Oliveira (5) vs (2) Sokolov
Oliveira trying to control the position but Sokolov is working away.
You can see the frustration on Sokolov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Oliveira is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sokolov knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T3#
You can see the frustration on Sokolov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Oliveira trying to control the position but Sokolov is working away.
Sokolov sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Oliveira is trying to control the action in half guard but Sokolov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Oliveira keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Sokolov trying to control but Oliveira postures up.
Sokolov is trying to get back to full guard.#T4#
Sokolov has his hands clasped together around Oliveira's back. He's all about the action.#SUB#
Oliveira 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.
Oliveira content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Oliveira trying to pass the guard but Sokolov defending well.
Sokolov has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Tokyo All-Stars. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#T5#
Sokolov is looking for a sweep. Oliveira is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Oliveira trying to control the action but Sokolov is working from the bottom.
Sokolov wants to get back to full guard but Oliveira has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Oliveira (8) vs (2) Sokolov
Oliveira trying to control the position but Sokolov is working away.
Sokolov can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Oliveira is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Sokolov has escaped the position, nice work there. #T6##SUB#
Oliveira is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sokolov knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Oliveira tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Oliveira has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Sokolov tries to improve position but can't.
Oliveira just content to control the position.
Sokolov is trying to improve his position.#T7##SUB#
Oliveira working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Sokolov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Oliveira wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
Oliveira wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Sokolov, who protects the arm well.
Sokolov tries to bench press Oliveira off him but Oliveira keeps the position.
Sokolov is trying to escape the position but Oliveira is controlling the position.
Oliveira is looking to take a break and control but Sokolov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sokolov can't do much from the bottom here. #T8##SUB#
Oliveira is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sokolov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Sokolov struggling a bit here.
Sokolov is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Oliveira is trying to get an arm triangle but Sokolov is defending well. #SUB#
Oliveira is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Sokolov has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Oliveira working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T9#
Sokolov holding on.
The referee asks Oliveira politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Oliveira prefers to stall for the moment though.
Sokolov regains half guard.
Oliveira is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Oliveira slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Oliveira (11) vs (2) Sokolov
Sokolov is trying to improve his position.#T10#
Oliveira wants to control but Sokolov is keeping him busy.
Oliveira working away.
Sokolov tries to improve position but can't. #SUB#
Oliveira looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Oliveira tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Oliveira has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T11#
Sokolov is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Sokolov trying to control here.
Sokolov is looking to improve his position.
Oliveira is keen to just control but Sokolov is a slippery customer.
Sokolov is trying to get back to full guard.
Sokolov desperately trying to maintain half guard. #SUB#
Sokolov is defending against the submission attempts here by Oliveira.
#T12#
Sokolov wants to get back to full guard.
Oliveira tries to pass the half guard into mount. Sokolov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Oliveira trying to control from half guard but Sokolov is working away.
Sokolov tries to get to full guard but Oliveira has control of the leg.
Sokolov wants to sweep but Oliveira has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Oliveira (14) vs (2) Sokolov#T13#
Sokolov tries to buck Oliveira off but Oliveira is having none of it.#SUB#
Oliveira looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Oliveira trying to control the position but Sokolov is working away.
Sokolov is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Oliveira is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Sokolov has escaped the position, nice work there.
Oliveira is looking to take a break and control but Sokolov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T14#
You can see the frustration on Sokolov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Sokolov is looking for a sweep.
Oliveira wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sokolov keeps working.
Sokolov manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Oliveira (14) vs (4) Sokolov
Sokolov is looking to advance position but Oliveira won't allow it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sokolov wants to take a breather but Oliveira is having none of it.
Sokolov is looking to stall here but Oliveira recovers full guard.
Oliveira seems keen to control Sokolov's posture.
And that's the end of the fight!
Oliveira takes the fight on points by 14 to 4.
Archie Oliveira bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
HC Grappling 9
Date: Jan 29, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 29 losses; Thad Thayer! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Sergei Sokolov!
The judges for this bout are Josh West, Micheangelo Fripello and Ryoma Takatsuka.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Thayer shoots in and bounces Sokolov off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Thayer (2) vs (0) Sokolov
Sokolov keeping moving, preventing Thayer from controlling successfully.
Sokolov controlling Thayer's posture.
Thayer wants to pass the guard but Sokolov is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sokolov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Sokolov keeps trying to improve his position.
Sokolov wants to control but Thayer passes easily into half guard.
#T1#
Sokolov wants to get back to full guard.
Thayer looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Sokolov tries to get to full guard but Thayer has control of the leg.
Sokolov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Thayer is working away from the top position though.
Sokolov is doing well to control the position and prevent Thayer from advancing to side control.
Thayer tries to pass to full mount but Sokolov defends it.
Thayer prevents Sokolov from improving his position.#T2#
Sokolov has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Tokyo All-Stars. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Thayer perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Sokolov regains full guard. Nicely done.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sokolov has his hands on Thayer's head, controlling the position. #SUB#
Thayer drops back, looking for a kneebar! Sokolov looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Sokolov looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Sokolov! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Thayer (2) vs (4) Sokolov#SUB2#
Sokolov swings around for an armbar but Thayer sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Sokolov's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Thayer (4) vs (4) Sokolov
Sokolov 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.#SUB2#
Sokolov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Thayer doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Thayer manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T3#
Thayer wants to control from the top but Sokolov keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Thayer is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Sokolov is looking to sweep but instead, Thayer has passed into half guard.
Sokolov is trying to get back to full guard.
Sokolov keeping control of the position.
Sokolov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Thayer's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Thayer's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Thayer (4) vs (8) Sokolov#T4#
Thayer can't escape the position.
#SUB2#
Sokolov is working the back position looking for the choke. Oh, he's slid into an armbar! Beautiful transition and Thayer taps out! Fantastic Jiu Jitsu from Sokolov.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sergei Sokolov!
A relieved looking Sergei Sokolov 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:
HFC 97: Cruz vs Mesquita
Date: Sep 02, 2023 |
#R1#
Sokolov moves away from the strike by Kherson.
Kherson lands with an uppercut that bounces Sokolov off the cage and back into range.
Sokolov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Sokolov looks to throw the jab but Kherson is out of range.
Kherson misses with a straight right.
Kherson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sokolov throws a hook but Kherson blocks it.
Kherson throws a body punch but Sokolov moves out of range.
Sokolov definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Kherson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sokolov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sokolov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Kherson turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Sokolov shoots in looking for a takedown but Kherson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Sokolov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Kherson throws a right hand that misses
#TD#
and Sokolov counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sokolov missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T1#
Sokolov prevents Kherson from standing back up.
Sokolov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Sokolov is keen to just control but Kherson is a slippery customer.
Sokolov prevents Kherson from improving his position.
Sokolov working the head and body with strikes.
Kherson is looking to control Sokolov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kherson avoid being mounted?
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Sokolov connects with a nice short shot to Kherson's temple.
Sokolov throwing shots but Kherson is blocking nicely.
Kherson wants to control but Sokolov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Kherson is controlling Sokolov's position as best he can from this difficult position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Kherson can do anything to dispel that myth.
Kherson trying to control but Sokolov postures up.
#T2#
Sokolov is nestled in close to Kherson, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#SUB#
Sokolov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Sokolov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Kherson with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Sokolov trying to control the action but Kherson is working from the bottom.
Kherson wants to improve his position but Sokolov is controlling well.
Sokolov wants to take a breather but Kherson is having none of it. #SUB#
Kherson is defending against the submission attempts here by Sokolov.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sokolov working over Kherson with some ground and pound. Kherson looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T3#
Sokolov is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Sokolov has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Kherson's face.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Sokolov pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.#SUB#
Sokolov is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Kherson has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Kherson is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
Kherson really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#SUB#
Sokolov goes for an armbar but Kherson turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Kherson.
Kherson wants to stand but Sokolov is controlling his posture from full guard. #T4#
Sokolov pulls Kherson in close to prevent any damage.
Sokolov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kherson's guard. #REVR#
Sokolov works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Kherson is looking to escape.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sokolov working Kherson over with strikes. #SUB#
Sokolov is looking for a kimura but Kherson is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Sokolov to get the leverage.
Kherson is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Sokolov is trying to work for a kimura but Kherson is defending well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sergei Sokolov 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#
Kherson throws a right hand that misses
#TD#
so Sokolov counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Sokolov landing some decent shots from guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sokolov works over Kherson with some ground and pound from guard.
Sokolov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Sokolov wants to control from the top but Kherson keeps moving. #SUB#
Sokolov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sokolov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Sokolov with a nice head shot there.
Sergei Sokolov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sokolov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kherson is trying to keep Sokolov in close.
Kherson keeping moving, preventing Sokolov from controlling successfully.
Kherson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T1#
Sokolov connects with a couple of short punches.
Kherson has momentary wrist control but Sokolov slips an elbow through the middle.
Kherson has his hands on Sokolov's head, controlling the position.
Kherson is trying to keep Sokolov in close.
Kherson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sokolov is one step ahead there.
Kherson has momentary wrist control but Sokolov slips an elbow through the middle.
Sokolov is in close to Kherson's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T2#
Sokolov throws a big elbow that misses.
Sokolov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Kherson is trying to keep Sokolov in close.
Kherson wants to get back to his feet but Sokolov is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Kherson keeping moving, preventing Sokolov from controlling successfully.
Kherson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Sokolov is standing up over Kherson. Kherson looks to escape but Sokolov dives into side control.
Kherson is looking for a sweep.
Sokolov in side control lands a decent elbow.
Sokolov tries to score with some ground and pound. Kherson controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Sokolov wants to control but Kherson is keeping him busy.
Sokolov 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.#T3#
Sokolov lands a nice forearm strike.
Sloppy strikes there by Sokolov.
Kherson tries to buck Sokolov off but Sokolov is having none of it.#SUB#
Sokolov is trying to get an arm triangle but Kherson is defending well.
Kherson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Sokolov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Sokolov scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Kherson to see if he's OK.
Sokolov is putting a hurting on Kherson here, landing some big shots from side control.
Sokolov misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
#SUB#
Sokolov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Kherson sneaks back into half guard.#T4#
Kherson is refusing to be controlled, as Sokolov sits in half guard.
Kherson is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Sokolov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Sokolov's back!
Kherson really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Sokolov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Sokolov looking to stop the rear naked choke attempt by controlling the hands.
Kherson has the hooks in. Sokolov is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Kherson trying to control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sokolov trying to control the position but Kherson manages to sink in the hooks. #SUB2#
Kherson is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Sokolov knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Sokolov for a finish.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sergei Sokolov dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Kherson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kherson lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Sokolov at a distance.
Kherson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kherson slips a jab from Sokolov.
Kherson misses with a body shot
#TD#
and Sokolov counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Kherson!
Sokolov landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Kherson is looking for a sweep.
Sokolov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kherson can do to turn this around?
Kherson is looking to get back to his feet here but Sokolov is keeping cool and he's managed to take Kherson's back.
Sokolov softening up his opponent with strikes here.
#T1##SUB#
Sokolov goes for a risky armbar from back mount and it's not paid off. Kherson escapes and is now in half guard on top.
Kherson is trying to control the action in half guard but Sokolov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Kherson looks to land a strike but Sokolov avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Sokolov 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.
Sokolov keeping full guard, as Kherson tries to pass.
Kherson is fighting to break Sokolov's control of his arms but Sokolov is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Sokolov has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T2#
Sokolov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
Sokolov looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Kherson has picked Sokolov up and slammed him! Sokolov can't keep hold of the triangle and Kherson manages to pass to side control!
Kherson tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Sokolov tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Kherson easily slips into full mount!
Sokolov is looking to get to half guard.
Sokolov manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T3#
Kherson throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB2#
Kherson seems to be working for a kimura but Sokolov defends the submission attempt.
Kherson prevents Sokolov from improving his position.
Kherson wants to stand but Sokolov has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.
Sokolov manages to get to full guard.
Kherson stopping the sweep attempt from Sokolov.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Sokolov trying to control the position.
Sokolov has control of Kherson's left arm, preventing Kherson from doing any damage.
Sokolov is trying to keep Kherson in close.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Kherson lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Sokolov at a distance.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kherson darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Victor Kherson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sergei Sokolov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A big right from Sokolov misses.
And that's the end of the fight!
Victor Kherson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Sokolov 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 Trevor Gratis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sergei Sokolov!
During a confident post fight interview, Sergei Sokolov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
HFC 92: Bond vs Chai
Date: Jul 29, 2023 |
#R1#
Jackson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sokolov.#CL2#
Jackson clinches.
Jackson lands a knee to the head.
Sokolov has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Jackson avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Sokolov avoiding damage as Jackson throws knees to the body.
Jackson lands with a right to the head.
Sokolov looking for a takedown.
Sokolov managing to block the knees to the body from Jackson.
Jackson lands a right hand that snaps the head of Sokolov backwards.
Jackson trying to control the position but instead, Sokolov has worked for underhooks and has pushed Jackson into the cage.#TD#
Sokolov works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Sokolov preventing the sweep.
Sokolov trying to control but Jackson is working from the bottom.
Jackson wants to stand and escape but Sokolov is having none of it.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Sokolov's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T1#
Sokolov trying to control the position from guard on top but Jackson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sokolov scoring with some ground and pound.
Jackson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Sokolov scoring with punches to the head and body.
Sokolov working some strikes from top position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Jackson can do anything to dispel that myth.
Jackson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Sokolov.
Jackson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Sokolov is controlling Jackson's posture.
Jackson content to stall in guard here. #T2#
Sokolov keeping moving, preventing Jackson from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sokolov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Sokolov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T3#
Sokolov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Jackson's head.
Sokolov postures up.
Jackson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Sokolov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Sokolov throwing strikes but missing.
Sokolov is working Jackson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Sokolov throws a big right hand that misses.
Sokolov postures up in Jackson's guard and throws a big left but Jackson blocks it.
Sokolov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Jackson's head.
Sokolov landing with the ground and pound.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Sokolov's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Jackson is controlling Sokolov's posture.
Sokolov trying to control but Jackson is working from the bottom. #T4#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Sokolov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Jackson wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Sokolov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Sokolov has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Sokolov wants to control from the top but Jackson keeps moving.
Sokolov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Sokolov throwing strikes but missing.
Sokolov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sokolov controlling from the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sokolov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jackson is keeping the position for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sergei Sokolov dominated that round.
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.#R2#
Jackson looks for the body kick but Sokolov saw that one coming.
An inside leg kick from Jackson misses.
Sokolov attempts a counter takedown but Jackson avoids it well and moves away.
Sokolov blocks the body kick.
#TD#
Sokolov gets a double leg takedown into Jackson's guard.
Jackson controls Sokolov momentarily but Sokolov frees himself.
Sokolov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Sokolov postures up and lands a big shot to Jackson's brow.
Jackson seems keen to control Sokolov's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sokolov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Jackson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Sokolov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Jackson works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T1#
Sokolov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Sokolov throws a big elbow that misses.
Jackson trying to keep a closed guard but Sokolov is proving a slippery customer.
Sokolov trying to control the position from guard on top but Jackson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sokolov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Sokolov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Jackson's head.
Sokolov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Sokolov throwing strikes but missing.
Jackson wants to sweep here but Sokolov controlling him for the moment.
Jackson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Jackson is trying to keep Sokolov in close.
Sokolov 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.#T2#
Jackson is controlling Sokolov's posture.
Sokolov connects with a couple of short punches.
Jackson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Jackson is pulling down on Sokolov's head. It's preventing any offense from Sokolov, at least for the moment.
Sokolov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Sokolov landing with the ground and pound. #ROC#Jackson is rocked!
Sokolov chips away with some ground and pound.
Jackson is still in real trouble! Can Sokolov finish him?
Sokolov postures up from his opponent's guard, before exploding into some vicious ground and pound! Jackson covers up, he's hurt! Sokolov keeps throwing the strikes, glancing at the referee... Will he stop it?? One more big shot from Sokolov and the ref steps in to end the fight! Sokolov can't hide his delight as he celebrates with his corner.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sergei Sokolov!
Sergei Sokolov 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:
TWGC 39 (265lbs, D3): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 1
Date: May 15, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Sergei Sokolov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Billy Williams!
The judges for this bout are Shigeki Sano, Yukihiro Yamamoto and Yuuki Gou.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Sokolov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Williams sprawls well. Williams wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Sokolov gets slowly back to his feet.
Williams is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Sokolov has been working on his balance at Combat Wombat Burrow, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Williams.#CL2#
Williams closes the distance and pushes Sokolov back into the cage.
Sokolov prevents a takedown attempt there.
Sokolov goes for a takedown attempt but Williams pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Sokolov.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sergei Sokolov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Williams has closed the distance and engaged Sokolov in a clinch.
Williams looking for a takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Williams wants a takedown but no success here.
Williams looking for a takedown.
Williams is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Sokolov pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Sokolov wants a takedown but no success here.
Williams tries for a takedown. No joy.
Williams prevents a takedown attempt there.
Williams is looking to take this one to the mat.#T1#
Sokolov is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Williams is defending well.
Williams is pressed up against the cage. Sokolov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Williams down to the mat. Williams avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #TD#
Sokolov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Sokolov (4) vs (0) Williams
Sokolov trying to control the position but Williams is working away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Williams can't do much from the bottom here.
Williams is letting Sokolov control him for a moment.
Sokolov'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.#SUB#
Sokolov goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Williams has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Sokolov but great work by Williams. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Sokolov (4) vs (4) Williams#T2##SUB2#
Williams tries for a kimura but Sokolov is defending well.
Sokolov manages to work his way to half guard, despite Williams's best efforts.
Williams trying to pass the guard but Sokolov defending well. #SUB2#
Williams is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Sokolov has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Williams wants to work for an arm triangle but Sokolov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Williams is looking for a kimura but Sokolov is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Williams to get the leverage.
Sokolov is trying to get back to full guard.#T3##SUB2#
Williams is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Sokolov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Sokolov is trying to maintain the position but Williams is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Williams seems to be working for a kimura but Sokolov defends the submission attempt.
Sokolov is looking for a sweep. Williams is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4##SUB2#
Williams is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Williams is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Sokolov doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Williams.
Williams trying to control the action but Sokolov is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Williams is working for a submission of some sort.
Sokolov is trying to maintain the position but Williams is very close to passing his half guard.#T5#
Sokolov tries to get to full guard but Williams has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Williams seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Williams seems to be working for a kimura but Sokolov defends the submission attempt.
Sokolov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Williams seems to be working for a kimura but Sokolov defends the submission attempt.
Sokolov is looking to improve his position.
Sokolov on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Sokolov tries to get out of the position.#T6#
Sokolov is not content to let Williams control the position.#SUB2#
Sokolov is defending against the submission attempts here by Williams.
Williams wants to control but Sokolov is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Williams is looking for a kimura but Sokolov is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Williams to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Williams is trying to work for a kimura but Sokolov is defending well.
Sokolov is controlling Williams's trapped leg to prevent Williams from advancing to side control.#T7#
Williams prevents Sokolov from improving his position.#SUB2#
Williams wants to work for an arm triangle but Sokolov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Williams wants to take a breather but Sokolov is having none of it.
Sokolov works his way to full guard. Good work.
Sokolov trying to keep a closed guard but Williams is proving a slippery customer.
Williams trying to control but Sokolov is working from the bottom.
Williams must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Williams wants to pass the guard but Sokolov is keeping the position.#T8#
Williams trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Sokolov manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sokolov (6) vs (4) Williams
Sokolov controls from within his opponent's guard.
Sokolov looking to pass the guard.
Sokolov trying to control the position from guard on top but Williams is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Williams pulls Sokolov in close to prevent any damage. #T9#
Williams looking to control.
Sokolov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Williams keeping moving, preventing Sokolov from controlling successfully.
Sokolov 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. #T10#
Sokolov being controlled here momentarily.
Sokolov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Williams looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sokolov is one step ahead there.
Sokolov controls from within his opponent's guard. #T11#
Williams manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Sokolov manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sokolov (6) vs (6) Williams
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sokolov is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sokolov (8) vs (6) Williams
Williams looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Sokolov trying to control the position from guard on top but Williams is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Williams wants to control but Sokolov passes easily into half guard.
#T12#
Sokolov is keen to just control but Williams is a slippery customer.
Williams wants to control but Sokolov is keeping busy.
Sokolov wants to control but Williams is keeping him busy.
Sokolov is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Sokolov stalling away here and it's allowed Williams to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Sokolov wants to pass the guard but Williams is keeping the position.
Williams controlling the position.#T13#
Williams is continuing to stall.
Sokolov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Sokolov won't allow Williams to sweep him here.
Sokolov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Sokolov trying to control but Williams is working from the bottom.
Williams controlling Sokolov's posture. #T14#
Sokolov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Williams is keeping the position for now.
Sokolov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Sokolov tries to free his leg and advance position but Williams is retaining full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Williams manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Sokolov manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sokolov (8) vs (8) Williams
Sokolov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Williams gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Williams wins on points by 9 to 8.
An out of breath and clearly excited Billy Williams thanked Altitude Clothing for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 20, 2023 |
#R1#
Mafi throws a head kick that half lands.
TestTen shoots in but no luck this time.
TestTen misses with a looping right.
TestTen takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Mafi plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
TestTen shoots for a takedown but Mafi saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Mafi only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Hoppy TestTen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
TestTen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Whack! Mafi lands a heavy head kick that drops TestTen. The ref tackles Mafi to stop the fight - a great save by the referee because TestTen was done.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Head Kick). Antonio Mafi! |
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