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Event:
RSE 65: Macabre
Date: Apr 03, 2024 |
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Nice shot lands for Tucker.
Tucker lands a really nice looking cross but Gabriel seems unphased.
Tucker throws the left hand but Gabriel avoids the punch easily.
Gabriel is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Gabriel slips a straight right by Tucker.
A swing and a miss from Tucker.
Gabriel tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Gabriel ducks under a wild hook from Tucker.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gabriel moves out of range of the strikes.
Gabriel slips a straight right by Tucker.
Gabriel with the counter takedown but Tucker avoids it easily.#T1#
and Tucker counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts Gabriel! He's just covering up as Tucker starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). George Tucker! |
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Event:
RSE 47: Unleashed
Date: Feb 10, 2024 |
#R1#
Gabriel defending well as Yamasaki loads up on a big left hand.
Gabriel drops down looking for a counter takedown but Yamasaki sprawls and moves away.
Yamasaki misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Gabriel changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Yamasaki looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Gabriel slips a jab from Yamasaki.
Mario Yamasaki seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Yamasaki misses with a hook.
We've been hearing reports that Gabriel has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Yamasaki connects with a nice looking jab.
Yamasaki scores with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yamasaki throws a poor cross that misses
#TD#
and Gabriel counters with a nice double leg into side control. Yamasaki won't be happy with that.
Yamasaki throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A slow jab from Yamasaki misses its intended target. #T1#
Yamasaki looks to throw the jab but Gabriel is out of range.
Gabriel keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gabriel walks into a stiff left hand from Yamasaki.
Gabriel slips a jab from Yamasaki.
Gabriel uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Yamasaki.
Yamasaki throws an off balance right hand
#TD#
and Gabriel counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #SUB#
Gabriel drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Yamasaki dives on top into guard.#REVB##SUB#
Gabriel is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T2##SUB#
Gabriel working for a triangle but Yamasaki defends it easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Gabriel working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Yamasaki doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Yamasaki manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Gabriel looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Yamasaki 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.
Gabriel wants to sweep here but Yamasaki controlling him for the moment. #T3#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Gabriel is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Yamasaki is looking to stand up but Gabriel isn't so interested in that idea.
Gabriel postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Gabriel loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Gabriel throwing strikes but missing. #SUB#
Gabriel drops back looking for a leg! Yamasaki is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Yamasaki manages to kick Gabriel off! Gabriel jumps back into Yamasaki's guard.
Gabriel missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Gabriel postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Yamasaki trying to control the position here. #T4#
Gabriel postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Yamasaki is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Gabriel in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Gabriel throwing strikes from guard but Yamasaki blocks nicely.
Gabriel throws a big right hand that misses.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Gabriel accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Yamasaki has momentary wrist control but Gabriel slips an elbow through the middle.
Gabriel throws a big elbow that misses.
Gabriel is fighting to break Yamasaki's control of his arms but Yamasaki is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#SUB#
Gabriel thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Yamasaki pulls Gabriel in close to prevent any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Mario Yamasaki will probably get the nod.
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#
Yamasaki throws a right hand that misses
#TD#
and Gabriel counters with a nice double leg into side control. Yamasaki won't be happy with that. #SUB#
Gabriel goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Yamasaki has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Gabriel but great work by Yamasaki.
Gabriel regains half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gabriel tries to roll over but Yamasaki keeps him under control.
Gabriel regains full guard. Nicely done.
Gabriel tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Yamasaki passes Gabriel's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Gabriel gets back to full guard.
Yamasaki content to stall in guard here. #T1##SUB#
Gabriel is looking for a triangle but Yamasaki pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Gabriel is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Gabriel throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Yamasaki not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Yamasaki won't allow Gabriel to sweep him here.
Gabriel is working hard here to advance position.
Gabriel has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Yamasaki has passed into side control.
#T2#
Gabriel tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Yamasaki wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Gabriel is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Yamasaki's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Yamasaki prevents Gabriel from improving his position.
Yamasaki is taking a breather. Gabriel says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Gabriel is looking to improve his position.
#T3#
Yamasaki really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Gabriel. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Gabriel is pressing down on Yamasaki's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Yamasaki sitting in guard here, content to control.
Gabriel looking for a sweep. Not yet Gabriel, not yet.
Yamasaki engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Mario Yamasaki is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Yamasaki throws a poor cross that misses
#TD#
and Gabriel counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Gabriel.
Yamasaki scrambles and gets back to his feet.
#T4#
Yamasaki lands a nice shot to the body.
Yamasaki throws an overhand right that lands on Gabriel's shoulder, as Gabriel tries to avoid the shot.
Gabriel feinted with a counter takedown.
Gabriel doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
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!
Yamasaki lands a jab to the nose.
Yamasaki looks to land a combination. Gabriel sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mario Yamasaki 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#
Yamasaki misses with a telegraphed body shot
#TD#
and Gabriel counters with a single leg into guard. Yamasaki didn't expect that.
Gabriel distracts Yamasaki with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB2#
Yamasaki escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gabriel gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Gabriel postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Gabriel lands a couple of digs.
Gabriel working some strikes from top position.#SUB#
Gabriel drops back looking for a leg! Yamasaki is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Yamasaki manages to kick Gabriel off! Gabriel jumps back into Yamasaki's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gabriel loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Gabriel throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Yamasaki works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T1#
Yamasaki avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #ES2#
Yamasaki pushes Gabriel off and scrambles back to his feet.
Yamasaki throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Gabriel stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Mario Yamasaki seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Yamasaki jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Yamasaki throws a body punch but Gabriel moves out of range.
Gabriel changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Yamasaki throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Gabriel feinted with a counter takedown.
Gabriel takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
#T2#
Gabriel bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Yamasaki throws a hook to the side of Gabriel's head but Gabriel sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Gabriel drops down looking for a counter takedown but Yamasaki sprawls and moves away.
Yamasaki darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
No joy there for Yamasaki, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Yamasaki tries to bum rush Gabriel with a series of wild strikes but Gabriel uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Yamasaki with a jab.#ROC2#Gabriel is rocked!
Yamasaki connects with a left and a right that sees a clearly hurt Gabriel covering up! Yamasaki comes in with a big uppercut and Gabriel goes doooown! He's slumped up against the cage, eyes staring blankly into space.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Mario Yamasaki!
Mario Yamasaki was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
RSE 35: Dawn No More Rises
Date: Dec 30, 2023 |
#R1#
Knuckle lands with a nice body kick.
Knuckle tries a head kick but it misses.
Knuckle looks to throw a body kick#TD2#
and Gabriel decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Knuckle's guard.#SUB2#
Gabriel drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Gabriel jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Gabriel is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Gabriel makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#SUB2#
Gabriel thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Knuckle working a defensive guard here.
Gabriel stops Knuckle from standing up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gabriel cracks Knuckle with a solid left hand.
Gabriel lands a couple of elbows.
Knuckle knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Gabriel on the ground.
Knuckle is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Knuckle working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Gabriel.
Gabriel working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Knuckle's head.#T1#
Knuckle working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Gabriel.
Gabriel has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Gabriel working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Knuckle's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#ES#
Knuckle manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Evan Knuckle seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Knuckle wants to clinch but Gabriel slips to the side#TD2#
and Gabriel counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Gabriel.
Knuckle utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Gabriel accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Gabriel in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Gabriel accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Gabriel distracts Knuckle with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Gabriel landing with the ground and pound.
Knuckle is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #SUB2#
Gabriel is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Gabriel pushes down on Knuckle's leg and manages to get into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
Gabriel seems to be working for a kimura but Knuckle defends the submission attempt.#T2#
Knuckle trying to hold on to Gabriel's head to control him but Gabriel postures up.
#SUB2#
Gabriel is trying to work for a kimura but Knuckle is defending well.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Gabriel lands with a punch from half guard.
Knuckle wants to control but Gabriel is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Gabriel seems to be working for a kimura but Knuckle defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Gabriel is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Knuckle sees it coming and defends easily.
Gabriel not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB2#
Gabriel is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Gabriel is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Knuckle has managed to free his arm - good work. #T3#
Knuckle is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Gabriel lands strikes from half guard.
Knuckle trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Gabriel is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Knuckle has managed to free his arm - good work.
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. Gabriel connects with a nice short shot to Knuckle's temple.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gabriel stops Knuckle from getting back to his feet.
Gabriel working the head and body with strikes.
Gabriel scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Gabriel not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Gabriel 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. #ROC2#Knuckle is rocked!#SUB2#
Gabriel is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Knuckle defends it well.
Oh Knuckle is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Gabriel looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#T4##SUB2#
Gabriel is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Knuckle doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Gabriel.
Knuckle on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Gabriel lands a big elbow from half guard. That looks like it's hurt Knuckle quite badly. Knuckle pulls Gabriel in close trying to recover. Gabriel postures up and lands two really hard shots that put Knuckle on queer street! The ref takes a look and decides to call an end to the fight! Possibly an early stoppage but Knuckle doesn't seem to be complaining too much.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Joao Gabriel!
A pretty intense looking Joao Gabriel took the opportunity post-fight to ask for a shot at the title.
Evan Knuckle was interviewed post fight and said 'He was lucky'. |
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Event:
RSE 24: A Night Of Violence
Date: Nov 18, 2023 |
#R1#
A head kick misses from Knuckle.
Gabriel with the counter takedown but Knuckle avoids it easily.
Knuckle misses with a combination
#TD2#
and Gabriel counters with a nice double leg into guard. #SUB2#
Gabriel drops back looking for a leg! Knuckle is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Knuckle manages to kick Gabriel off! Gabriel jumps back into Knuckle's guard.
Gabriel scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Knuckle is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Gabriel keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Knuckle's head.
Gabriel postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Gabriel drops back looking for a leg! Knuckle is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Knuckle manages to kick Gabriel off! Gabriel jumps back into Knuckle's guard.
Knuckle wants to get back to his feet but Gabriel is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Gabriel drops back, looking for a kneebar! Knuckle looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Knuckle looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Knuckle! #REVR##T1#
Gabriel dodges the ground and pound from Knuckle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gabriel is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Gabriel is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Knuckle's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Knuckle's back!#SUB2#
Knuckle preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Gabriel.
Gabriel has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
Knuckle fending off the submission attempt from Gabriel. #SUB2#
Knuckle defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Gabriel's arms. #SUB2#
Gabriel is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Knuckle is defending well though. Gabriel let's go of the attempt for now.
Knuckle looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #SUB2#
Gabriel has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Gabriel working for a choke but Knuckle is defending well. #SUB2#
Gabriel looking to break Knuckle's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Knuckle remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Gabriel will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#SUB2#
Knuckle defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Gabriel's arms. #SUB2#
Knuckle is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Knuckle trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #SUB2#
Knuckle preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Gabriel.
Knuckle trying to control the hands but Gabriel breaks the grip. #ES#
Knuckle is trying to get back to his feet. He's worked up on to his knees and now he's on his feet with his head on the canvas, trying to shake Gabriel off. It looks like it's working - Gabriel slides off, much to his dismay, and we're back to standing! Knuckle displaying calm under pressure there. #T3#
Knuckle throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Knuckle looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#TD#
Knuckle darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Gabriel manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Gabriel is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Gabriel 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.
Gabriel is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB2#
Gabriel working for a triangle but Knuckle defends it easily.
Knuckle stopping the sweep attempt from Gabriel.#SUB2#
Gabriel had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Knuckle defends it easily.
Knuckle with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T4##SUB2#
Gabriel had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Knuckle defends it easily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gabriel keeping moving, preventing Knuckle from controlling successfully.
Knuckle stopping the sweep attempt from Gabriel.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Gabriel is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Knuckle is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Gabriel is controlling him.
Gabriel throws a big right hand that misses.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Gabriel accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Gabriel thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Knuckle wants to stand but Gabriel is controlling the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Joao Gabriel dominated that round.
That's time! Knuckle's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Gabriel moves out of range of the body kick from Knuckle.
Gabriel is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Knuckle looks to throw a body kick#TD2#
and Gabriel counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Gabriel trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB#
Gabriel avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Gabriel postures up and lands a big shot to Knuckle's brow. #ES#
Knuckle pushes Gabriel off and gets back to his feet.
Gabriel has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Gabriel avoids the head kick by Knuckle.
Gabriel feints the counter takedown.
Evan Knuckle seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Knuckle scores with a spinning back kick!
A head kick misses from Knuckle.
Gabriel is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
A head kick misses from Knuckle.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
Knuckle clinches up against the cage.#T1#
Knuckle trying to land knees to the body.
Gabriel tries to pull guard but Knuckle won't allow it.
Knuckle tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Knuckle lands a nice knee to the body.
Gabriel on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Gabriel on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Knuckle lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #BC#
Knuckle breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Knuckle throws a sloppy head kick #TD2#
so Gabriel counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Gabriel tries to free his leg and advance position but Knuckle is retaining full guard.
Gabriel advances to half guard.
Gabriel slips a nice elbow through Knuckle's hands, connecting with Knuckle's forehead.
Gabriel takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gabriel stops Knuckle from getting back to his feet.
#SUB2#
Gabriel is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Knuckle doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Gabriel. #SUB2#
Gabriel 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.
#SUB2#
Gabriel is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Gabriel lands with a punch from half guard. #SUB2#
Gabriel is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Gabriel in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Knuckle tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Gabriel!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Joao Gabriel!
A determined Joao Gabriel didn't want to dwell on this fight in his post fight interview. Instead he was more keen to state he wants a title shot. Let's see if he gets it!
Evan Knuckle was interviewed post fight and said 'He was lucky'. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 21, 2023 |
#R1#
Dory loads up on a big right hand but Gabriel slips the punch.
A little jabbing left from Gabriel on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Dory connects with a high kick.
Gabriel steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dory.
Gabriel with the counter takedown but Dory avoids it easily.
Gabriel moves out of range as Dory strikes.
A countering left hand to the body from Gabriel misses.
Dory throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Gabriel drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Dory defends it well.
Gabriel takes a shot to the body in his stride.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gabriel takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A slow jab from Dory misses its intended target.
And Gabriel tries to counter it with a takedown but Dory pushes his down on his head and steps out.
A punch lands to the side of Gabriel 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T1#
Dory lands a really nice looking cross but Gabriel seems unphased.
Dory is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Gabriel.
Gabriel keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gabriel is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Dory throws an overhand right that lands on Gabriel's shoulder, as Gabriel tries to avoid the shot.
Gabriel takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
BOOM! Dory lands a beautiful left hook that drops Gabriel. Gabriel tries to recover but Dory is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and Gabriel lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). John Dory!
John Dory decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
TWGC 40 (185lbs, D4): Finals - Round 1
Date: Sep 11, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Joao Gabriel! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Clayton Ladine!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, James Atkins and Sam Margolis.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Ladine with a poor takedown #TD#
and Gabriel counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gabriel (2) vs (0) Ladine
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#SUB#
Gabriel is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Ladine sees it coming and defends easily.
Ladine tries to roll over but Gabriel keeps him under control.
Ladine is holding on to half guard well.#SUB#
Gabriel is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Gabriel is looking for a kimura but Ladine is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Gabriel to get the leverage.
Ladine is looking to control Gabriel's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ladine avoid being mounted?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Gabriel wants to work for an arm triangle but Ladine is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Ladine tries to get to full guard but Gabriel has control of the leg. #SUB#
Gabriel is trying to work for a kimura but Ladine is defending well.
#T1#
Gabriel is thwarting Ladine's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Ladine is defending against the submission attempts here by Gabriel.
#SUB#
Gabriel is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ladine doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Gabriel. #SUB#
Gabriel is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Ladine wants to control but Gabriel is keeping busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2##SUB#
Gabriel wants to work for an arm triangle but Ladine is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Ladine is trying to get back to full guard.
Ladine is looking to control Gabriel's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ladine avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Gabriel is working for a kimura but Ladine is defending it quite comfortably.
Ladine trying to control here.
Ladine is doing well to control the position and prevent Gabriel from advancing to side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3##SUB2#
Ladine looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Gabriel is looking for a kimura but Ladine is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Gabriel to get the leverage. #SUB#
Gabriel is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ladine has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Gabriel 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.
Ladine is trying to control but can't.
#SUB#
Gabriel is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T4#
Ladine wants to get back to full guard.
Ladine is trying to control but can't.
#SUB#
Gabriel is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ladine defends it well. #SUB2#
Ladine actively working from the bottom here.
Gabriel looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
Ladine is defending against the submission attempts here by Gabriel.
#SUB#
Gabriel seems to be looking for submissions.
#T5##SUB#
Gabriel is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ladine has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Gabriel is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Ladine is looking for a sweep. Gabriel is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Ladine looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ladine slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Gabriel forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
Gabriel is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ladine has managed to free his arm - good work. #T6#
Gabriel wants to free his trapped foot but Ladine is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB#
Gabriel is looking for a kimura but Ladine is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Gabriel to get the leverage.
Ladine trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB#
Gabriel 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.
Ladine tries to roll over but Gabriel keeps him under control.#SUB#
Gabriel is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ladine defends it well. #T7#
Gabriel tries to pass to full mount but Ladine defends it. #SUB#
Gabriel is working for a kimura but Ladine is defending it quite comfortably.
Ladine tries to get to full guard but Gabriel has control of the leg. #SUB#
Gabriel is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Gabriel is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Ladine sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Gabriel is working for a submission of some sort.
Gabriel is breathing heavily.#T8##SUB#
Gabriel is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ladine is just riding it out for now. Gabriel eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Gabriel is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ladine defends it well.
Gabriel is thwarting Ladine's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Gabriel is working for a submission of some sort.
Gabriel wants to pass to mount but Ladine is defending the position. #T9#
Ladine manages to get to full guard.
Ladine bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Gabriel's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gabriel (2) vs (2) Ladine#SUB#
Gabriel has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ladine can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Ladine wants to pass the guard but Gabriel is keeping the position.#SUB#
Gabriel working for submissions but it's allowed Ladine to get to half guard.
Ladine wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gabriel keeps working. #T10##SUB2#
Ladine is trying to work for a kimura but Gabriel is defending well.
Gabriel manages to get to full guard.
Gabriel manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ladine manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gabriel (4) vs (2) Ladine#SUB#
Gabriel is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Ladine is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Ladine has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gabriel (4) vs (4) Ladine
Gabriel looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T11##SUB#
Gabriel looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Ladine passes into half guard.
#SUB2#
Ladine seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Gabriel is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Clayton Ladine! |
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Event:
TWGC 40 (185lbs, D4): Rio de Janeiro Qu - R2
Date: Sep 03, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Joao Gabriel! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Wesley Stokes!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Paulo Santos and Edson Gomes.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Stokes has taken the fight to the clinch.
Stokes is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Gabriel gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Gabriel prevents the takedown attempt.
Stokes fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Joao Gabriel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Wesley Stokes.
Stokes tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Gabriel just stands there and leans against the cage.#TD#
Gabriel has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Stokes regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gabriel (2) vs (0) Stokes#SUB#
Gabriel is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Gabriel passes Stokes's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Gabriel is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Stokes! Score +3 for passing guard: Gabriel (5) vs (0) Stokes
Stokes is looking to improve his position but Gabriel isn't that keen on the idea.#SUB#
Gabriel looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Gabriel has control of Stokes's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Stokes regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#SUB#
Gabriel has isolated one of Stokes's arms. Stokes looking to fight him off but Gabriel twists into an armbar. It's tight... Will he tap?? YES, he's tapped! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Joao Gabriel!
An out of breath Joao Gabriel thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
The defeated Wesley Stokes had this to say: 'I promise you, this setback will not break me. It will only serve as a catalyst for my growth. I will return to the gym, more determined than ever, and work tirelessly to refine my skills, address my weaknesses, and evolve as a fighter.
Tonight, I bow my head in respect to my opponent.'. |
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Event:
TWGC 40 (185lbs, D4): Rio de Janeiro Qu - Round 1
Date: Sep 02, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Joao Gabriel! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Darren Lexington!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Felipe Paraventi and Matheus Silva.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Lexington closes the distance and clinches. #TD2#
Lexington has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Gabriel regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gabriel (0) vs (2) Lexington
Gabriel looking for a sweep. Not yet Gabriel, not yet. #SUB#
Gabriel has his foot on Lexington's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lexington works his way back into a safe position though.
Lexington trying to control the position from guard on top but Gabriel is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lexington might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Gabriel haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB#
Gabriel looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Lexington 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.
Lexington really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Gabriel. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Lexington trying to control but Gabriel is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lexington sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
Gabriel is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T1#
Lexington 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.
Lexington passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Gabriel (0) vs (5) Lexington
Lexington trying to control the action but Gabriel is working from the bottom.
Gabriel regains half guard.
Gabriel slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Lexington is stalling in the full guard.
Gabriel looking for a sweep. Not yet Gabriel, not yet. #SUB#
Gabriel pushes a forearm under Lexington's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Lexington is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Joao Gabriel!
A relieved looking Joao Gabriel 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:
AVKT 22: The End is Near…
Date: May 13, 2023 |
#R1#
McCewen is looking to chop away at Gabriel's legs.
Gabriel tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
McCewen misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Gabriel counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
McCewen is trying to stand back up but Gabriel is controlling him
#SUB2#
Gabriel is working for a kimura but McCewen is defending it quite comfortably.
Gabriel winds up and cracks McCewen with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
McCewen wants to get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Gabriel is working for a kimura but McCewen is defending it quite comfortably.
Gabriel wants to pass the guard but McCewen is defending well. #T1##SUB2#
Gabriel is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, McCewen has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Gabriel is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Gabriel is sneakily working for an arm triangle but McCewen sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Gabriel is working for a kimura but McCewen is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Gabriel is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Gabriel is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so McCewen is just riding it out for now. Gabriel eventually gives up the hold.
Gabriel throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing McCewen to regain full guard.
McCewen is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Gabriel throws a big elbow that misses. #T3##SUB2#
Gabriel drops back, looking for a kneebar! McCewen looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. McCewen looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from McCewen! #REVR#
McCewen throwing shots but missing, from side control.
McCewen working the ground and pound.
Gabriel tries to bench press McCewen off him but McCewen keeps the position.
McCewen throws a strike aimed at the side of Gabriel's head but Gabriel avoids it well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gabriel is trying to get back to half guard.
McCewen throws a strike aimed at the side of Gabriel's head but Gabriel avoids it well.#T4#
Gabriel manages to work his way to half guard, despite McCewen's best efforts.
Gabriel wants to improve his position but McCewen is controlling well.
McCewen is controlling the pace.
Gabriel wants to get back to full guard.
McCewen is taking a breather. Gabriel says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gabriel is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of McCewen's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take McCewen's back!
McCewen trying to get back to his feet but Gabriel is in full control for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Joao Gabriel dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
McCewen throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Gabriel drops down looking to force a counter takedown but McCewen defends it well.
McCewen tries to land a leg kick but Gabriel saw it coming and moves away.
Gabriel is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#CL#
McCewen moves into the clinch successfully.
Gabriel has McCewen pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. McCewen manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Gabriel looking for a takedown. #BC#
McCewen manages to break the clinch.
We've been told by McCewen's head coaches at Dangerous Fight Academy that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Callum McCewen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gabriel blocks a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCewen lands a front kick.
McCewen throws a body kick that misses #TD2#
and Gabriel counters with a single leg into guard. McCewen didn't expect that.
Joao Gabriel has got the better of the ground game so far.
Gabriel trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Gabriel throwing strikes from guard but McCewen blocks nicely.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
McCewen is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Gabriel looking to pass the guard.
Gabriel with a flurry of punches that miss.
McCewen is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
McCewen working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Gabriel.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#SU2#
Gabriel stands up from guard. Let's bang! #CL#
McCewen has Gabriel up against the cage in a clinch.
#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
McCewen lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
McCewen is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Gabriel is breathing heavily.
Gabriel tries for a takedown but McCewen manages to get underhooks.
Callum McCewen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Joao Gabriel.
McCewen lands a hook to the side of the head.
McCewen lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Gabriel's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
McCewen scores with a shoulder strike.
McCewen lands a hook that snaps the head of Gabriel backwards.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting McCewen here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
A left hand lands to the body for McCewen.
McCewen lands a good knee to the midsection. Gabriel won't want to take too many of those.#T3#
McCewen gets underhooks to prevent Gabriel's takedown attempt.
McCewen lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Gabriel being controlled against the cage.
McCewen lands on the inside with an uppercut.
McCewen scores with a shoulder strike.
McCewen scores with an uppercut up the middle.
McCewen scores with a nice hook to the head.
McCewen lands a left hand that snaps the head of Gabriel backwards. #ROC#Gabriel is rocked!
McCewen unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Gabriel! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but McCewen is unloading with more strikes now! Gabriel drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Callum McCewen!
Callum McCewen 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:
AVKT 17: Masters of Disaster
Date: Apr 08, 2023 |
#R1#
Osni wants to clinch#TD#
and Gabriel counters with a takedown into side control. #SUB#
Osni tries to escape back to his feet but Gabriel has kept hold of him... Oh, now he's got Osni's back and is looking for the choke... Is it? Is it sunk in? YES! Osni is tapping! Gabriel saw the opportunity and took it - ruthless!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Joao Gabriel! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 18, 2023 |
#R1#
Reagan throws a leg kick but Gabriel sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Reagan looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Gabriel avoids the head kick by Reagan.
Sloppy strikes from Reagan. Those never looked like landing.
Gabriel tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Reagan manages to circle out of the way.
Reagan looks for the body kick but Gabriel saw that one coming.
Gabriel attempts a counter takedown but Reagan avoids it well and moves away.
Reagan tries to close the distance and clinch but Gabriel swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Gabriel attempts a counter takedown but Reagan avoids it well and moves away.
Reagan throws a hook but Gabriel blocks it.
Gabriel appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A head kick misses from Reagan.
Reagan misses with a combination
#TD#
and Gabriel counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Reagan scrambles and gets back to his feet.
#TD2#
Reagan closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Reagan lands in his opponent's guard.#T1##SUB#
Gabriel is looking to cinch up a triangle. Reagan throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Gabriel's body to avoid the submission. Gabriel has instead reached around Reagan's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Gabriel arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Joao Gabriel! |
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