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Event: NYF 91: Zigaro vs Kramer III     
Date:   Nov 16, 2024
#R1#
Zigaro misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kramer.
Kramer is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#TD2#
Kramer decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.

Zigaro makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Kramer shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Zigaro as he jumps to the side.
Zigaro was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Zigaro misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kramer.
Kramer is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Zigaro misses with a jab, cross combination.
Zigaro misses with a straight left.
Zigaro throws a leg kick but Kramer sees it coming and moves out of range.
Crunch! Zigaro slams his shin into Kramer's torso.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Zigaro misses with a low kick.
Zigaro throws a leg kick which misses Kramer's front leg but catches the back leg as Kramer tries to avoid it.
Kramer shoots for a takedown but Zigaro saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#T1#
Zigaro slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Tristan Zigaro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Zigaro throws out a powerful jab.
Kramer shoots in looking for a takedown. Zigaro tries to sprawl out of it but Kramer keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Zigaro manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Tristan Zigaro has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jon Kramer.
Zigaro scores with a jab. Kramer acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Kramer closes the distance and clinches up with Zigaro, looking for a takedown. Kramer pushes Zigaro against the cage but Zigaro circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Zigaro fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kramer.
Zigaro goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kramer is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T2#
Zigaro lands a jab to the nose.
Kramer ducks under a wild hook from Zigaro.
Zigaro misses with a looping left.
Kramer is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Kramer ducks under a wild hook from Zigaro.
Kramer is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Zigaro swings and misses with a shot to the body#TD2#
and Kramer counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Zigaro blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kramer.
Zigaro is in trouble now - Kramer has advanced to mount! #SUB2#
Zigaro defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Kramer.
Kramer working the ground and pound effectively.
Zigaro keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T3#
Kramer breaks from Zigaro's wrist control and lands an elbow. #SUB2#
Kramer with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Zigaro is trying to stand up.
Zigaro is in a horrible position here. Kramer smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Kramer prevents Zigaro from getting the reversal.#SUB2#
Zigaro defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Kramer.
Zigaro is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Kramer has control of Zigaro's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Zigaro regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Zigaro really wants to buck Kramer off and get back to his feet.
Kramer looking to finish with strikes here! #T4#
Kramer landing shots from mount.
Zigaro is in all sorts of trouble here. #SUB2#
Kramer working for a guillotine from mount but Zigaro is in no mood to give up.
Zigaro trying desperately to get to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kramer landing shots from mount.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Zigaro is in all sorts of trouble here.
Kramer raining down shots from the mount!
Zigaro takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Zigaro squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
Zigaro slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Kramer wants to work for an arm triangle but Zigaro is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Kramer stops Zigaro from getting back to his feet. #ES#
Zigaro kicks off Kramer and gets to his feet.
Zigaro thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kramer is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Tristan Zigaro will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Zigaro is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kramer.
Zigaro scores with a jab to the jaw.
Zigaro misses the jab.
Kramer tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Jon Kramer is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Zigaro uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Zigaro rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD2#
and Kramer counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #ES#
Zigaro pushes Kramer off and gets back to his feet.
Zigaro throws a shot from downtown. Kramer moves away and avoids it.
Zigaro tests Kramer's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kramer shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Zigaro as he avoids it easily.
Zigaro misses with a straight left.
Kramer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Zigaro.
And Kramer tries to counter it with a takedown but Zigaro pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Zigaro tries to land a body kick#TD2#
and Kramer counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Zigaro! #T1##SUB2#
Kramer wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Zigaro, who protects the arm well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zigaro is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Kramer tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Zigaro is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Kramer tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Kramer has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Kramer is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Zigaro knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Kramer is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Zigaro is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T2#
Zigaro is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Kramer lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Zigaro is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Kramer is controlling him well.
Jon Kramer has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Kramer wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Zigaro, who protects the arm well.
Kramer lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #ES#
Zigaro sneaks out the side door and pushes Kramer away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
We've been told by Zigaro's head coaches at The Hidden that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kramer fails with a takedown attempt.
Tristan Zigaro is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kramer takes one to the side of the head. #T3#
Kramer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Zigaro pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kramer dodges the punch combination from Zigaro.
Kramer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Zigaro.
Kramer feints the counter takedown.#CL#
Zigaro clinches up with Kramer and pushes him back against the cage.
Kramer blocking some punches.
Zigaro tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kramer's elbow.
Zigaro presses Kramer against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Zigaro is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Tristan Zigaro has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jon Kramer.
Kramer tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Zigaro smiles and moves away. #T4#
Zigaro buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Zigaro throws a body shot but no joy.
Kramer takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #TD2#
Kramer shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Zigaro's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Zigaro avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #ES#
Zigaro has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Kramer off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Zigaro connects with a solid leg kick.
Zigaro throws a body shot but no joy.
Kramer walks into a left hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tristan Zigaro dominated that second round.
That's time! Zigaro's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
Zigaro throws a head kick that misses #TD2#
and Kramer counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Zigaro is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Kramer seems to be looking for submissions.
Zigaro pushes Kramer off looking to stand but Kramer dives back in and keeps control.
Kramer throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #ES#
Zigaro makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Tristan Zigaro is winning the standup battle so far.
Zigaro throws a lazy body kick #TD2#
and Kramer counters with a single leg into guard. Zigaro didn't expect that.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kramer stopping the sweep attempt from Zigaro.
Kramer throwing strikes from guard but Zigaro blocks nicely.
Zigaro has control of Kramer's left arm, preventing Kramer from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Kramer drops back looking for a leg! Zigaro is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Zigaro manages to kick Kramer off! Kramer jumps back into Zigaro's guard.
Kramer pushes down on Zigaro's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T1#
Kramer takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#ES#
Zigaro makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Kramer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Zigaro.
Kramer tries to counter by closing the distance.
Zigaro scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kramer avoids the head kick by Zigaro.
Kramer is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Zigaro displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kramer.
Zigaro jabs Kramer right on the nose. Kramer blinks but takes it well.
Zigaro misses with a head kick.
Kramer changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T2#
A bone on bone clash there as Kramer blocks the leg kick.
Zigaro throws a leg kick #TD2#
so Kramer counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Zigaro preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kramer sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Zigaro's guard. #SUB2#
Kramer 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.
Zigaro is trying to stand back up but Kramer is controlling him #SUB2#
Kramer is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Zigaro is controlling Kramer's trapped leg to prevent Kramer from advancing to side control.#T3##ES#
Zigaro manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Kramer ducks right into an uppercut from Zigaro.
Kramer fails to land the takedown.
Kramer blocks the body kick.
Kramer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Zigaro.
Kramer is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Zigaro misses with a head kick.
Kramer doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Kramer goes for a double leg but Zigaro avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Zigaro continues to drive forward.
Tristan Zigaro has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jon Kramer.
Zigaro lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kramer's sensitive parts.
Zigaro lands a nice hook to Kramer's body. Kramer takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T4#
Kramer takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Zigaro throws a jab but it's blocked by Kramer.
Kramer with the counter takedown but Zigaro avoids it easily.
Zigaro thows a leg kick but Kramer checks it #TD2#
and Kramer counters with a nice double leg into half guard.

Zigaro has one foot on Kramer's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
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!
A jab from Zigaro misses.
Kramer with the counter takedown but Zigaro avoids it easily.
Zigaro throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kramer steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Zigaro.
Zigaro tries to land a body kick#TD2#
so Kramer counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Kramer with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kramer passes Zigaro's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Zigaro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Zigaro wants to get back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tristan Zigaro clearly takes that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4#
Zigaro throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kramer feints the counter takedown.
Zigaro wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Zigaro misses with a kick to the body #TD2#
and Kramer counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kramer's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Zigaro looking to control.
Kramer cracks Zigaro with a solid left hand.
Zigaro is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Kramer is controlling him.
Kramer advances to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#ES#
Zigaro kicks Kramer off and gets back to his feet.
Kramer tries to clinch but Zigaro is having none of it.
Zigaro throws a body kick that misses #TD2#
and Kramer counters with a nice double leg into guard. #T1#
Kramer won't allow Zigaro to get back to his feet.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kramer accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kramer won't allow Zigaro to get back to his feet. #SUB2#
Kramer 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.
Kramer landing with the ground and pound.
Zigaro wants to stand but Kramer is controlling the position.
Kramer landing some decent shots from guard.
Kramer trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kramer sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Zigaro's guard.
Kramer has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
Zigaro is defending against the submission attempts here by Kramer. #T2##ES#
Zigaro pushes Kramer off and gets back to his feet.
Kramer takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A shot to the liver by Zigaro. Beautiful body shot.
A leg kick checked by Kramer.
Kramer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Zigaro.#TD2#
Kramer closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Zigaro to the mat! Zigaro manages to get full guard.

Zigaro is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Zigaro goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Zigaro lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Zigaro misses with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
Zigaro misses with the head strike.
Zigaro misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kramer looking for a takedown.
Zigaro fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #TD2#
Kramer turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Zigaro is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kramer can do to turn this around?
Zigaro tries to escape but Kramer is in control. #SUB2#
Kramer working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Zigaro is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Zigaro defending against the ground and pound.
Zigaro wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Zigaro trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.#T4#
Zigaro takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain. #SUB2#
Kramer looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Zigaro sneaks back into half guard.
Zigaro is trying to maintain the position but Kramer is very close to passing his half guard.
Zigaro wants to get back to his feet. #SUB2#
Kramer is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Kramer trying to mount his opponent but Zigaro defends it. #ES#
Zigaro manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Kramer keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Tristan Zigaro will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R5#
Zigaro ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kramer moves away.
Kramer is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Kramer shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Zigaro pinned against the cage. Zigaro gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Zigaro throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Kramer counters with a single leg into guard. Zigaro didn't expect that.

Zigaro is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Kramer presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #TD2#
Kramer is trying to trip Zigaro. He has hold of a leg but Zigaro is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Kramer persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Zigaro trying to control the position. #ES#
Zigaro manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Zigaro presses Kramer against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Kramer jumps guard but Zigaro turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #T1#
Zigaro scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kramer is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Zigaro tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kramer's elbow.
Kramer jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Zigaro walks away with a smile on his face. Kramer gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Tristan Zigaro has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jon Kramer.
Zigaro pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kramer is out of range and Zigaro settles back down.
A nice combination there by Zigaro.
Kramer goes for a double leg but Zigaro avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Zigaro continues to drive forward.
A thudding body kick lands there by Zigaro!
Zigaro lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kramer chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Zigaro can pounce on him.
Zigaro punishes Kramer's body with a nice straight punch.
Kramer closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Zigaro throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kramer sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T2#
Zigaro throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
As Zigaro backs off Kramer throws a huge counter combo but Zigaro manages to avoid it all.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Zigaro throws a hook to the side of Kramer's head but Kramer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kramer doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Zigaro ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kramer moves away.
And Kramer tries to counter it with a takedown but Zigaro pushes his down on his head and steps out.
A jab from Zigaro misses.
Zigaro throws the left hand but Kramer avoids the punch easily.
And Kramer tries to counter it with a takedown but Zigaro pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Zigaro lands with a good body shot.
Kramer looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Zigaro throws a body punch but Kramer moves out of range.
Kramer changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T3#
Kramer shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Zigaro defends it nicely.
Zigaro throws a head kick that misses.
Zigaro throws a hook but Kramer blocks it.
Kramer shoots in but Zigaro avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Zigaro lands with an uppercut that bounces Kramer off the cage and back into range.
Kramer takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T4#
A good leg kick by Zigaro.
Kramer closes the distance and clinches up with Zigaro, looking for a takedown. Kramer pushes Zigaro against the cage but Zigaro circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Kramer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Zigaro.
Zigaro lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Kramer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Zigaro throws out the jab. #CL#
Zigaro has closed the distance and engaged Kramer in a clinch.
Zigaro misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kramer's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Zigaro misses with the head strike.
Kramer is looking to take this one to the mat.
Kramer is trying to pull guard but Zigaro turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kramer.
Jon Kramer has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Zigaro lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Zigaro lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kramer or not.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tristan Zigaro showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Zigaro, 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 50:45
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 50:46
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 50:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tristan Zigaro!

Tristan Zigaro retains his light heavyweight title!
Tristan Zigaro decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

 

Event: TWGC 43 (205lbs, D1): New York Qualifier - Round 1     
Date:   Oct 23, 2024





197 cm
25 yrs
213 lbs



200 cm
35 yrs
215 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Jon Kramer! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Moritz Zimmerman!
The judges for this bout are Russell Pearce, Joseph Jones and Jonathan Paton.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Zimmerman looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Kramer!
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Kramer (0) vs (4) Zimmerman#SUB2#
Zimmerman working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Zimmerman thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Kramer sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Kramer is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Zimmerman's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Zimmerman's back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kramer (4) vs (4) Zimmerman
Zimmerman can't escape the position. #SUB#
Kramer has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB#
Kramer is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Zimmerman has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB#
Zimmerman fending off the submission attempt from Kramer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Zimmerman showing good submission defense here. #T1#
Kramer doesn't have the hooks in and Zimmerman manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kramer (4) vs (6) Zimmerman
Zimmerman preventing the sweep.
Kramer keeping full guard, as Zimmerman tries to pass.
Kramer wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Kramer had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Zimmerman defends it easily.#SUB2#
Zimmerman drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Zimmerman jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Zimmerman drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Zimmerman jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Kramer looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Zimmerman passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Kramer (4) vs (9) Zimmerman#SUB2#
Zimmerman working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Kramer is trying to improve his position.#T2#
Kramer is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Zimmerman working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Kramer is looking for a sweep.
Kramer is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Zimmerman off and has taken his back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kramer (8) vs (9) Zimmerman
Zimmerman breaks Kramer's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kramer (8) vs (11) Zimmerman#SUB#
Zimmerman got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kramer has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Zimmerman has managed to get both his arms back between Kramer's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Kramer throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Kramer looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Zimmerman tries to free his leg and advance position but Kramer is retaining full guard.
Kramer 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.
Kramer keeping full guard, as Zimmerman tries to pass. #T3##SUB2#
Zimmerman drops back looking for a leg! Kramer is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Kramer manages to kick Zimmerman off! Zimmerman jumps back into Kramer's guard.
Zimmerman advances to half guard. #SUB#
Kramer is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Zimmerman pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Kramer looking for submissions off his back.
Kramer works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Zimmerman got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kramer has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Zimmerman has managed to get both his arms back between Kramer's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Kramer is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Kramer has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Zimmerman has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Kramer (8) vs (14) Zimmerman
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Zimmerman working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Kramer tries to improve position but can't. #T4##SUB2#
Zimmerman working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Zimmerman is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Kramer knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Zimmerman wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Kramer, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Zimmerman is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Kramer is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Zimmerman working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Zimmerman is trying to get an arm triangle but Kramer is defending well. #T5##SUB2#
Zimmerman is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Kramer has escaped the position, nice work there.
Kramer is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Zimmerman is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Kramer has escaped the position, nice work there.
Kramer is looking to regain half guard here but Zimmerman keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB2#
Zimmerman tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Zimmerman has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Zimmerman tries for a kimura but Kramer is defending well. #SUB2#
Zimmerman thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T6#
Kramer is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Zimmerman off and has taken his back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kramer (12) vs (14) Zimmerman
Zimmerman wants to escape the position.
Zimmerman keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Kramer looking for the RNC. #SUB#
Kramer working for the choke. #SUB#
Zimmerman fending off the submission attempt from Kramer. #SUB#
Kramer has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB#
Kramer is working hard for the rear naked choke here. #T7#
Kramer has the hooks in. Zimmerman is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Kramer is trying to stick to Zimmerman's back but Zimmerman is turning into Kramer. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Kramer's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Zimmerman.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kramer (12) vs (16) Zimmerman#SUB#
Kramer working for a triangle but Zimmerman defends it easily.
Zimmerman passes Kramer's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Kramer actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Zimmerman is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Zimmerman is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Kramer is just riding it out for now. Zimmerman eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Zimmerman wants to work for an arm triangle but Kramer is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #T8##SUB2#
Zimmerman is looking for a kimura but Kramer is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Zimmerman to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Zimmerman is looking for a kimura but Kramer is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Zimmerman to get the leverage. #SUB#
Kramer looking for submissions off his back.
Kramer tries to get to full guard but Zimmerman has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Zimmerman is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The fighters are battling for position here. Kramer manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Kramer is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Zimmerman is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Kramer looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Zimmerman passes into half guard. #SUB#
Kramer looking for a kimura from the bottom but Zimmerman passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Kramer (12) vs (19) Zimmerman
Kramer is breathing heavily.#SUB2#
Zimmerman is trying to get an arm triangle but Kramer is defending well. #T9##SUB2#
Zimmerman is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Kramer knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Kramer is trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Zimmerman looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Zimmerman tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Zimmerman tries for a kimura but Kramer is defending well. #T10#
Kramer is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Zimmerman is working for a kimura but Kramer is defending it quite comfortably.
Kramer wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Zimmerman is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Kramer tries to get to full guard but Zimmerman has control of the leg. #SUB#
Kramer looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Kramer is defending against the submission attempts here by Zimmerman. #SUB2#
Zimmerman is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T11##SUB2#
Zimmerman is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Kramer defends it well.
Zimmerman looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Kramer regains full guard. Nicely done.
Zimmerman passes Kramer's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Kramer works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Kramer looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Kramer is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Zimmerman is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Kramer looking for a guillotine here but Zimmerman defends easily. #SUB#
Kramer working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Zimmerman doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Zimmerman manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T12##SUB#
Kramer had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Zimmerman defends it easily.
Zimmerman sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Kramer's guard. #SUB2#
Zimmerman is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Kramer is just riding it out for now. Zimmerman eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Zimmerman is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
Zimmerman is looking for a kimura but Kramer is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Zimmerman to get the leverage. #T13##SUB#
Kramer is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Zimmerman pulls his head out easily.
Kramer works his way to full guard. Good work.
Zimmerman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kramer is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Kramer looking for a guillotine here but Zimmerman defends easily.
Zimmerman slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Zimmerman is looking for a kimura here. #SUB2#
Kramer is defending against the submission attempts here by Zimmerman.
Kramer wants to get back to full guard.#T14##SUB#
Kramer looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Zimmerman trying to mount his opponent but Kramer defends it. #SUB#
Kramer looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Zimmerman looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Zimmerman 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. #SUB#
Kramer looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Zimmerman wins on points by 19 to 12.

 

Event: NYF 86: Carter vs Brewer     
Date:   Oct 05, 2024
#R1#
Kramer slips under a jab from Zigaro.
Zigaro paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Kramer has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Zigaro pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kramer half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Zigaro misses with a kick to the body #TD#
and Kramer counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Zigaro has control of Kramer's left arm, preventing Kramer from doing any damage.
Kramer stands and throws Zigaro's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB#
Kramer thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Zigaro tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kramer has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Zigaro is in all sorts of trouble here. #T1##SUB#
Kramer has control of Zigaro's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Zigaro regains control of the situation pretty easily. #SUB#
Kramer is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Zigaro is surviving well by controlling Kramer's body position as best he can.
Zigaro takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Kramer cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Zigaro really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Zigaro is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Kramer has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Zigaro's face.
Kramer is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Zigaro regains half guard.#ES2#
Zigaro has one foot on Kramer's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Zigaro misses with a wild combination. #T2#
Zigaro throws the left hand but Kramer avoids the punch easily.
Tristan Zigaro is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Zigaro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tristan Zigaro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Zigaro dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kramer looks for a takedown but Zigaro sprawls well.
Zigaro throws out a counter right but Kramer avoids it with no problem.
Kramer takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Zigaro throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kramer changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Zigaro looks to throw the jab but Kramer is out of range.
Kramer tries to counter by clinching up but Zigaro breaks away and moves out of range.#T3#
Kramer tries for a takedown but Zigaro circles away easily
and Zigaro counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kramer with a lazy takedown attempt
and Zigaro counters with a stiff right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jon Kramer. That's going to take a lot out of him.#KD2#
Zigaro feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Kramer sprawling to the canvas! Kramer rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Zigaro finish him?! #ROC2#Kramer is rocked!
Zigaro lands with a straight right. Kramer didn't see that one coming.
Oh Kramer is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2#
Zigaro pushes Kramer up against the cage in a clinch.
Kramer seems to have got his legs back now.
Kramer tries to pull guard but Zigaro forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
A body shot lands from Zigaro.
Zigaro stops a takedown attempt from Kramer.
Kramer changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Zigaro fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Zigaro throws a series of punches but Kramer moves out of range. #T4#
Zigaro throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #CL2#
Zigaro takes the fight into the clinch.
Zigaro dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Zigaro working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Zigaro misses with a body punch. #BC2#
Zigaro escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Zigaro fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kramer manages to avoid it.
Kramer is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Kramer takes a jab right on the kisser. #CL2#
Zigaro moves into the clinch.
Kramer is trying to drag Zigaro to the mat but Zigaro just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Zigaro lands with a short head shot on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tristan Zigaro 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#
Zigaro swats away the attempt to clinch by Kramer.
Kramer checks a low kick from Zigaro.#CL2#
Zigaro gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Zigaro tries to throw a body punch but Kramer avoids it by throwing Zigaro back against the cage.
Zigaro lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Zigaro is pressed up against the cage. Kramer has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Zigaro down to the mat. Zigaro avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Zigaro has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Zigaro scores with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Kramer gets tackled into the cage by Zigaro. Zigaro maintains the clinch.
Kramer tries to score a body lock takedown but Zigaro shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Kramer jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Zigaro walks away with a smile on his face. Kramer gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jon Kramer. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Zigaro clinches up with Kramer and pushes him back against the cage.#T1#
Zigaro tries to work over Kramer's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Zigaro stalling against the cage. #TD#
Kramer has clasped his hands together around Zigaro's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. #ES2#
Zigaro throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Zigaro misses with a body shot #TD#
so Kramer counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kramer works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Kramer 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.
Zigaro pushes Kramer off looking to stand but Kramer dives back in and keeps control. #SUB#
Kramer is working for a submission of some sort.
Kramer stops Zigaro from getting back to his feet. #SUB#
Kramer is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Zigaro is just riding it out for now. Kramer eventually gives up the hold.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Kramer is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Zigaro has managed to free his arm - good work.
Jon Kramer overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
Zigaro preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #SUB#
Kramer is trying to work for a kimura but Zigaro is defending well.
Zigaro wants to improve his position but Kramer is controlling well. #SUB#
Kramer is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Zigaro has managed to free his arm - good work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zigaro looks like he's trying to stand up.
Zigaro is looking to get back to is feet but Kramer passes into side control. #SUB#
Kramer working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T3#
Zigaro regains half guard.#ES2#
Zigaro pushes Kramer off and gets back to his feet.
Zigaro throws a head kick but Kramer moves out of range.
Zigaro thuds a left hand into Kramer's body.#TD#
Kramer throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Zigaro was covering up waiting for the punch and Kramer finishes the takedown easily into guard.

Zigaro manages to escape and get back to his feet.
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!
Zigaro just misses with a punch to the body.
Kramer drops down looking for a counter takedown but Zigaro sprawls and moves away.
Kramer takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T4#
Zigaro swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kramer appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Kramer gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Zigaro counters with a good, hard body kick but Kramer shrugs it off.
Kramer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kramer shoots in but Zigaro avoids the takedown attempt easily.
No luck for Kramer with that takedown attempt.
Zigaro falls off balance throwing a combination #CL#
and Kramer holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tristan Zigaro showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R3#
Zigaro is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kramer.
Kramer is looking to counter the offense by Zigaro and move into the clinch.
Kramer closes this distance looking for a takedown but Zigaro circles away.
Zigaro tries to clinch but Kramer moves out of range.
Kramer tries to counter with a takedown but Zigaro is quick to defend against it.
Zigaro circles away from the clinch attempt#KD2#
and Zigaro counters with a crisp right hand that drops Kramer! Zigaro lets Kramer back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#CUT2#It looks like Jon Kramer has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zigaro misses with a hook.
Kramer appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Kramer keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kramer avoids the body shot from Zigaro. #T1#
A swing and a miss from Zigaro.
Kramer slips under a jab.
Zigaro throws an overhand right that lands on Kramer's shoulder, as Kramer tries to avoid the shot.
Zigaro just misses with a punch to the body.
Zigaro dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kramer tries for a takedown but Zigaro circles away easily
and Zigaro counters with a two punch combo.
Zigaro throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #CL2#
Kramer gets tackled into the cage by Zigaro. Zigaro maintains the clinch. #T2#
Kramer drops down looking for an ankle pick but Zigaro pulls his leg out and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jon Kramer. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The fighters circle momentarily. Zigaro darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Zigaro throws a looping overhand right but Kramer ducks down to avoid it.
Kramer attempts a counter takedown but Zigaro avoids it well and moves away.
Zigaro fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kramer manages to avoid it.
Kramer appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Zigaro swats away the attempt to clinch by Kramer.
Zigaro misses with a jab, cross combination. #T3#
Kramer changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Zigaro tries to avoid it but Kramer manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Zigaro to the ground. Zigaro escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Zigaro swings for the body but Kramer moves out of range.
Zigaro connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Zigaro ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kramer moves away.
Jon Kramer is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Zigaro misses with a hook. Kramer ducked under it nicely.
Zigaro cracks a nice hook into Kramer's ribs.
Nice defenses there by Kramer.#TD#
Zigaro tries to sprawl but Kramer drives through with a takedown into half guard.

Zigaro has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Kramer is on him like a limpet, forcing Zigaro back against the cage.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A short uppercut from Zigaro.
A right handed body shot lands from Zigaro.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Zigaro digs a right hand into Kramer's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kramer's gas tank.
A right hook to the body lands for Zigaro.
Zigaro throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kramers head.
Kramer wants to take the fight to the mat but Zigaro manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Zigaro lands a body shot.
Zigaro throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kramers head.
Zigaro throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kramers head.
Zigaro lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Zigaro lands a body punch.
Zigaro lands a body punch.
Good body shot from Zigaro.
Zigaro stalling.
Zigaro pushes Kramer back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kramer changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Zigaro fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Zigaro misses with a jab, cross combination.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tristan Zigaro really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jon Kramer's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
Zigaro tries to land a front kick but Kramer steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kramer with a poor takedown
and Zigaro counters with a right hand from hell and Kramer is out cold! A vicious knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:13 of round 4, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Tristan Zigaro!
Tristan Zigaro is the new light heavyweight champion!
A very excited looking Tristan Zigaro rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

 

Event: NYF 81: Kramer vs Holton     
Date:   Aug 31, 2024
#R1##TD#
Kramer shoots in and gets a takedown into Dupree Holton's guard.#SUB#
Kramer drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Kramer jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Dupree Holton is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Dupree Holton is pulling down on Kramer's head to control his posture.
Kramer is pushing down on Dupree Holton's leg trying to pass to half guard. Dupree Holton is fighting to maintain full guard but Kramer has managed to sneak the leg through.
Kramer tries to pass the half guard into mount. Dupree Holton knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Kramer is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB#
Kramer seems to be working for a kimura but Dupree Holton defends the submission attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dupree Holton moves into full guard.
Kramer advances to half guard.
Kramer has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#T1##SUB#
Kramer is trying to work for a kimura but Dupree Holton is defending well. #SUB#
Kramer is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Kramer is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Dupree Holton has managed to free his arm - good work.
Dupree Holton keeping control of the position. #SUB#
Kramer is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Dupree Holton sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Kramer seems to be working for a kimura but Dupree Holton defends the submission attempt.
Dupree Holton is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Kramer is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Dupree Holton sees it coming and defends easily.
Dupree Holton gets full guard.
Dupree Holton wants to sweep but no luck.
Dupree Holton is trying to control the position but Kramer postures up.
Dupree Holton pulls Kramer in close to prevent any damage.
Kramer stopping the sweep attempt from Dupree Holton.
Dupree Holton is adopting a defensive guard.
Kramer advances position into side control!#SUB#
Kramer working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Kramer moves into full mount!
Kramer landing strikes, looking to finish!
Dupree Holton is trying desperately to improve position.
Dupree Holton is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Kramer working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #SUB#
Kramer jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Dupree Holton is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Dupree Holton and Kramer has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Dupree Holton is trying to improve his position.#T4#
Kramer fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Dupree Holton regains half guard.
Dupree Holton wants to control but Kramer is keeping busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kramer looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Kramer is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Dupree Holton sees it coming and defends easily.
Dupree Holton trying to control here.
Kramer looks to land a strike but Dupree Holton avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Kramer being controlled here momentarily.
Kramer is looking to advance position but Dupree Holton has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kramer is squirming around, avoiding Dupree Holton's attempts to control the action.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jon Kramer dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Dupree Holton fails to land the takedown.
Dupree Holton fails with the takedown#TD#
and Kramer decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Dupree Holton's guard.
Kramer advances to half guard. #SUB#
Kramer is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Dupree Holton defends it well.
We've been informed that Dupree Holton has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Kramer working over Dupree Holton with some ground and pound. Dupree Holton looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Kramer seems to be looking for submissions.
Kramer trying to pass the guard but Dupree Holton defending well. #SUB#
Kramer is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T1##SUB#
Kramer is working for a kimura but Dupree Holton is defending it quite comfortably.
Kramer not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Dupree Holton is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Kramer is working for a kimura but Dupree Holton is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Kramer is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Dupree Holton has managed to free his arm - good work.
Dupree Holton trying to control but Kramer postures up. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Kramer is working for a kimura but Dupree Holton is defending it quite comfortably.
Dupree Holton wants to get back to full guard.
Kramer looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Dupree Holton wants to improve his position but Kramer is controlling well. #SUB#
Kramer is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Dupree Holton has managed to free his arm - good work.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Kramer lands a nice short elbow.
Dupree Holton wants to get back to full guard.#T3##SUB#
Kramer is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Dupree Holton defends it well.
Kramer missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB#
Kramer is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Dupree Holton is just riding it out for now. Kramer eventually gives up the hold.
Kramer prevents Dupree Holton from improving his position.
Kramer drops an elbow to the side of Dupree Holton's head.
Dupree Holton is looking for a sweep. Kramer is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Kramer is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #T4#
Kramer throws a strike but Dupree Holton avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Kramer postures up.
Kramer throwing strikes but missing.
Kramer tries to free his leg and advance position but Dupree Holton is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Kramer drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Dupree Holton manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Kramer has Dupree Holton in his guard.#REVB##SUB#
Kramer has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dupree Holton can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kramer can't keep his opponent in guard - Dupree Holton advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB2#
Dupree Holton wants to work for an arm triangle but Kramer is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jon Kramer dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3##TD#
Kramer scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Dupree Holton sneaks back into half guard.
Dupree Holton wants to control but Kramer is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Dupree Holton is defending against the submission attempts here by Kramer.
Jon Kramer overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Kramer is looking for a kimura here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dupree Holton gets full guard.#T1#
Kramer won't allow Dupree Holton to sweep him here.
Kramer working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Dupree Holton's head.
Kramer advances to half guard.
Dupree Holton is looking for a sweep. Kramer is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Kramer is looking for a kimura but Dupree Holton is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kramer to get the leverage.
Dupree Holton tries to roll over but Kramer keeps him under control.#SUB#
Kramer is working for a kimura but Dupree Holton is defending it quite comfortably.
Kramer is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dupree Holton can do to turn this around?
Dupree Holton is pressing down on Kramer's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Kramer in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB#
Kramer drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Dupree Holton manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Kramer has Dupree Holton in his guard.#REVB##SUB#
Kramer throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T2#
Kramer can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Dupree Holton controls the pace.
Dupree Holton must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Dupree Holton wants to pass the guard but Kramer is keeping the position.#SUB#
Kramer has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dupree Holton can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Dupree Holton trying to control the position from guard on top but Kramer is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dupree Holton slips nicely into half guard.#T3##SUB#
Kramer looking for submissions off his back.
Dupree Holton trying to pass the guard but Kramer defending well. #SUB#
Kramer looking for submissions off his back.
Dupree Holton seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kramer does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Kramer tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Kramer is trying to get back to full guard.
Kramer makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kramer.
Dupree Holton trying to control the position from guard on top but Kramer is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Kramer wants to sweep here but Dupree Holton controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Kramer looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Dupree Holton trying to control but Kramer is working from the bottom.
Kramer keeping full guard, as Dupree Holton tries to pass. #SUB#
Kramer is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dupree Holton is aware though and is defending well.
Dupree Holton pushing down on Kramer's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Kramer wants to improve his position but Dupree Holton is controlling well.
Dupree Holton tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kramer knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kramer is looking for a sweep. Dupree Holton is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Kramer actively working from the bottom here.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB#
Kramer is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dupree Holton pulls his head out easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jon Kramer clearly takes that round.
That's time! Kramer's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Dupree Holton shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kramer pinned against the cage. Kramer gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Kramer changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Dupree Holton dives in for a single leg takedown but Kramer sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Dupree Holton has his takedown stuffed#CL#
and Kramer counters by clinching up.
Jon Kramer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of DeShaun Dupree Holton.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Kramer decides to pull guard.
Kramer keeping full guard, as Dupree Holton tries to pass.
Dupree Holton not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Kramer is looking to cinch up a triangle. Dupree Holton throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Kramer's body to avoid the submission. Kramer has instead reached around Dupree Holton's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Kramer arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:18 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Jon Kramer!
Jon Kramer retains his light heavyweight title!

 

Event: NYF 79: Belmiro vs Van Elburg     
Date:   Aug 17, 2024
#R1#
Kramer fails with a takedown attempt.
Zigaro looks to throw a body kick#TD2#
and Kramer counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Kramer not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Kramer tries to pass to full mount but Zigaro defends it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Kramer wants to work for an arm triangle but Zigaro is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Zigaro's coaches at The Hidden have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#SUB2#
Kramer 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zigaro avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kramer. #T1##SUB2#
Kramer is trying to work for a kimura but Zigaro is defending well.
Kramer passes to full mount!
Zigaro wants to try and get back to his feet.
Kramer throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Zigaro trying desperately to get to his feet. #SUB2#
Kramer jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Zigaro is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Zigaro and Kramer has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission. #SUB2#
Kramer tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Kramer has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T2#
Zigaro managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Kramer. #SUB2#
Kramer tries for a kimura but Zigaro is defending well.
Zigaro prevents Kramer from improving position. #SUB2#
Kramer goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Zigaro rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Kramer's guard! Nice work there by Zigaro! #SUB2#
Kramer is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Zigaro won't allow Kramer to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Kramer is looking for a triangle but Zigaro pushes his legs off easily. #T3##SUB2#
Zigaro is posturing up here but Kramer has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Zigaro tries to roll out but it's too tight and Zigaro has to tap! Slick submission there by Kramer!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jon Kramer!
Jon Kramer is the new light heavyweight champion!

 

Event: NYF 75:Sillalahi vs Belmiro     
Date:   Jul 20, 2024
#R1#
Nutz shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Kramer but Kramer pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Kramer appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Kramer avoids the head kick by Nutz.
Nutz has his takedown stuffed#TD#
and Kramer counters with a nice double leg into half guard.

Nutz manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Kramer looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nutz closes the distance but Kramer moves to the side #TD#
and Kramer counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kramer lands a couple of elbows.
Kramer looking to pass the guard.
Kramer loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kramer is looking to pass into half guard but Nutz pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Nutz is in guard.#REVB##T1#
Kramer wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Kramer working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Nutz doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Nutz manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Nutz wants to control from the top but Kramer keeps moving. #SUB#
Kramer pushes a forearm under Nutz's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Nutz is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jon Kramer!
In defeat, Whole Nutz stepped up to the mic, saying 'Death be to you all. '.

 

Event: NYF 71: Lauzier vs White II     
Date:   Jun 22, 2024
#R1#
Georgijevic throws out a powerful jab.
Kramer slips a straight right by Georgijevic.#CL#
Kramer has managed to clinch.
A shot in the inside from Georgijevic.
Georgijevic has a couple of punches blocked by Kramer.
Georgijevic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kramer looking for a takedown.
Georgijevic softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Kramer changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Georgijevic fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Georgijevic throws a hook but Kramer avoids it easily.
Kramer changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Georgijevic stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Georgijevic wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jon Kramer. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kramer looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Georgijevic is fending him off so far but Kramer persists. Nope, Georgijevic circles away and we're back to standing.
A nice side step and Georgijevic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Georgijevic works Kramer's body with a nice hook.#T1#
Georgijevic leaves Kramer with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Kramer looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kramer fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Georgijevic avoids it really well and circles away.
Georgijevic throws a body kick that misses.
Kramer shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Georgijevic pinned against the cage. Georgijevic gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #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.
Kramer shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Georgijevic pinned against the cage. Georgijevic gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Georgijevic throws a hook to the side of Kramer's head but Kramer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kramer misses with a takedown
letting Georgijevic counter with a right hand. #T3##KD2#
Georgijevic drops his shoulder and cracks Kramer with a huge uppercut! Kramer goes down! Can Georgijevic finish him? #SUB#
Kramer has his foot on Georgijevic's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Georgijevic works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Kramer is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Georgijevic is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Kramer is looking for a triangle here but Georgijevic uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kramer prevents Georgijevic from improving position.
Kramer is trying to improve his position.
Kramer is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Georgijevic off and has taken his back!
Georgijevic trying to control the action but Kramer just sinks the hooks in. #T4##SUB#
Kramer working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Kramer throws strikes from the back but Georgijevic rolls nicely and manages to end up in full guard. Nice work by Georgijevic.
Georgijevic is controlling Kramer's posture.
Kramer trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kramer advances position into side control!
Kramer sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Georgijevic is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position. #SUB#
Kramer looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Drago Georgijevic 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#
Georgijevic throws a hook but Kramer blocks it.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Kramer wants to clinch.
Georgijevic thinks about the counter body kick.
Georgijevic connects with a right hand. Kramer shakes it off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kramer takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#T1#
A decent looking body kick lands there for Georgijevic.
Georgijevic throws a hook to the side of Kramer's head but Kramer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kramer tries for a takedown but Georgijevic circles away easily
and Georgijevic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL2#
Georgijevic has taken the fight to the clinch.
Georgijevic lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kramer backwards.
Georgijevic digs a right hand into Kramer's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kramer's gas tank.
Kramer is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Georgijevic pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Georgijevic cracks Kramer with a nice body shot.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T2#
Georgijevic scores with a hook to the body.
Good body shot from Georgijevic.
Kramer tries to pull guard but Georgijevic won't allow it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jon Kramer. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Georgijevic scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Georgijevic pushes Kramer back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Georgijevic scores with an uppercut up the middle.
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!
Georgijevic lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Georgijevic lands a body punch.
Nice body punch from Georgijevic - that landed with a thud.
Georgijevic lands an uppercut.
Georgijevic lands a hook that snaps the head of Kramer backwards. #ROC2#Kramer is rocked!
Georgijevic is working Kramer over against the cage.
Georgijevic lands a left hand.
Oh Kramer is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Georgijevic lands with a right to the head.
A short uppercut from Georgijevic.
Georgijevic goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Georgijevic lands a big right hand that drops Kramer! The killer instinct kicks in and Georgijevic finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Georgijevic!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Drago Georgijevic!
A very excited looking Drago Georgijevic made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

 

Event: NYF Fight Night 31     
Date:   May 31, 2024
#R1##CL2#
Zhanbolatov darts in and clinches Kramer up against the cage.
Kramer is looking for a takedown.
Kramer blocks an uppercut.
Kramer drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Zhanbolatov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Zhanbolatov stops a takedown attempt from Kramer.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jon Kramer. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kramer is trying to drag Zhanbolatov to the mat but Zhanbolatov just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Zhanbolatov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kramer backwards. #BC2#
Zhanbolatov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kramer fails with the takedown.
Zhanbolatov counters with a body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zhanbolatov gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD#
and Kramer counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB#
Kramer is trying to work for a kimura but Zhanbolatov is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SUB#
Kramer is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Zhanbolatov is just riding it out for now. Kramer eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Kramer is looking for a kimura here. #SUB#
Kramer is working for a kimura here but Zhanbolatov manages to reverse the position and he's now in Kramer's guard.
Zhanbolatov trying to control but Kramer is working from the bottom.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Zhanbolatov working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Zhanbolatov advances position into side control!#T2#
Kramer is not content to let Zhanbolatov control the position.
Kramer tries to improve position but can't.
Zhanbolatov grinds an elbow into Kramer's temple.
Zhanbolatov working the ground and pound.
Kramer is looking for a sweep.
Kramer gets back to half guard.
Zhanbolatov trying to control the pace. #SUB#
Kramer looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Kramer is looking to improve his position. #T3#
Kramer has hold of Zhanbolatov's hands but Zhanbolatov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Kramer tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Zhanbolatov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kramer does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Kramer actively working from the bottom here.
Zhanbolatov wants to take a breather but Kramer is having none of it.
Kramer manages to get to full guard.
Kramer keeping moving, preventing Zhanbolatov from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Kramer is looking to cinch up a triangle. Zhanbolatov throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Kramer's body to avoid the submission. Kramer has instead reached around Zhanbolatov's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Kramer arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Jon Kramer!

 

Event: NYF 65: Brussard vs Lauzier     
Date:   May 04, 2024
#R1#
Kramer tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Vogels defends well and Kramer ends up having to push Vogels into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Kramer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Vogels.
Kramer is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Kramer takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Vogels buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Vogels digs a good hook to Kramer's body.
Vogels tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A low kick from Vogels is predictable there #TD2#
and Kramer counters with a takedown into side control. #SUB2#
Kramer is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Vogels is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Kramer thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Kramer tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Kramer has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T1#
Vogels is trying to improve his position.
Vogels is working hard here to advance position.
Vogels is trying to control Kramer's posture but Kramer avoids it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vogels tries to buck Kramer off but Kramer is having none of it.
Vogels is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Kramer off and has taken his back!
Kramer turns into Vogels and is now in his guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kramer stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Vogels swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kramer in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB#
Vogels is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kramer defends well.
Kramer trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2##SUB2#
Kramer drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Kramer jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Vogels wants to sweep but no luck.
Vogels manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kramer manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Kramer working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Vogels doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Vogels manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Vogels won't allow Kramer to sweep him here.
Vogels with a flurry of punches that miss.
Vogels is looking to work some ground and pound but Kramer has wrist control.#SUB2#
Vogels avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vogels trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB#
Vogels drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Vogels jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Kramer tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T3#
Kramer will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Kramer keeping moving, preventing Vogels from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Kramer isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Vogels stacks Kramer on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Vogels!
Vogels wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kramer keeps working. #SUB#
Vogels is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Kramer is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Kramer is looking for a sweep.
Vogels trying to control the position but Kramer is working away.
Vogels postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Kramer misses with a strike from the bottom.#T4##SUB#
Vogels is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Kramer is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Kramer is looking to regain half guard here but Vogels keeps moving and retains side control.
Kramer regains half guard.
Kramer slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
Kramer looking for a guillotine here but Vogels defends easily. #SUB2#
Kramer has an active guard here but Vogels has managed to pass into half guard.
Kramer won't allow Vogels to pass to mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Oscar Vogels will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Kramer moves out of range as Vogels throws a body kick.
Kramer with the counter takedown but Vogels avoids it easily.
A head kick by Vogels misses #TD2#
and Kramer counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Kramer.
Kramer trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Vogels bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kramer's guard. #REVR#
Kramer preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Kramer escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Vogels gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Kramer looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Kramer looking for a guillotine here but Vogels defends easily. #SUB2#
Vogels got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kramer has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Vogels has managed to get both his arms back between Kramer's legs - danger averted.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Kramer is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Vogels defends well.#T1#
Vogels slips nicely into half guard.#SUB#
Vogels is trying to work for a kimura but Kramer is defending well.
Vogels trying to control the action but Kramer is working from the bottom.
Vogels wants to pass the guard but Kramer is defending well. #SUB#
Vogels seems to be looking for submissions.
Vogels looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Kramer is refusing to be controlled, as Vogels sits in half guard.
Kramer slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Jon Kramer has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2##SUB2#
Kramer is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Kramer looking to hit a scissor sweep but Vogels is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Kramer escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Vogels gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Vogels has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Kramer is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Vogels defends well.
Vogels trying to control but Kramer is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Kramer is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Vogels defends well.#T3##SUB#
Vogels drops back looking for a leg! Kramer is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Kramer manages to kick Vogels off! Vogels jumps back into Kramer's guard.
Kramer wants to improve his position but instead Vogels has moved into half guard.
Kramer is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Vogels is working for a submission of some sort.
Vogels uses his free foot to push down on Kramer's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Kramer.
Kramer slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#T4#
Kramer wants to improve his position but Vogels is controlling well. #SUB#
Vogels is looking for a kimura here. #SUB2#
Kramer looking for a kimura from the bottom but Vogels passes into side control!#SUB#
Vogels is trying to get an arm triangle but Kramer is defending well.
Kramer is looking to regain half guard here but Vogels keeps moving and retains side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vogels trying to control the action but Kramer is working from the bottom.
Kramer tries to improve position but can't.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Oscar Vogels will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Vogels throws a low kick but Kramer moves out of range easily.
Kramer tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Vogels is looking to chop away at Kramer's legs.
Kramer throws a counter combo.
Kramer blocks a head kick by Vogels.
Kramer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Vogels throws out the jab.
Kramer feints the counter takedown.
Kramer goes for a double leg but Vogels avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Vogels continues to drive forward.
Oscar Vogels seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kramer shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Kramer shoots in looking for a takedown. Vogels tries to sprawl out of it but Kramer keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Vogels manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Oscar Vogels has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jon Kramer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vogels scores with a nice right hand. #T1#
Kramer shoots in but Vogels avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Vogels thumps Kramer with a low kick.
Vogels turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kramer takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Oscar Vogels is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Vogels attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Vogels sets himself, and Kramer steps forward looking for the clinch! Vogels avoids it this time.
Vogels plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Vogels swings for the body but Kramer moves out of range.
Kramer is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T2#
Kramer blocks a low kick nicely.
Kramer drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Vogels defends it well.
Vogels misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #TD2#
Kramer shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Vogels's guard.
Kramer slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Kramer is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Vogels is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Vogels tries to improve position but can't.
Vogels parries the strikes from Kramer easily there. Kramer is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Vogels to escape.
Vogels is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Kalashnikov ELITE MMA Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Vogels is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Kramer is pressing down on Vogels's thigh, looking to free his foot. Vogels is holding on for now.
Vogels works his way to full guard. Good work.#T3##SUB#
Vogels is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kramer defends well.
Kramer chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Kramer avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Kramer wants to pass the guard but Vogels is keeping the position.#SUB#
Vogels has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kramer can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Kramer pushing down on Vogels's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T4#
Vogels tries to get to full guard but Kramer has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Kramer is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Vogels defends it well.
Vogels tries to roll over but Kramer keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Kramer is trying to work for a kimura but Vogels is defending well.
Vogels moves into full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kramer tries to free his leg and advance position but Vogels is retaining full guard.
Jon Kramer has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kramer throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.

And that's the end of the fight!
Oscar Vogels showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Vogels, 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 Radbod Blank scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 30:27
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Oscar Vogels!

An out of breath Oscar Vogels thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: NYF Fight Night 26     
Date:   Apr 03, 2024
#R1#
Chase lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kramer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kramer seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Kramer shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Chase defends it nicely.
Chase throws a lazy uppercut #TD#
and Kramer counters with a shoot takedown. Chase fights it but they end up in guard.
Chase wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Kramer manages to pass to side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#REVB#
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.
Kramer throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Kramer is looking to advance position but Chase won't allow it.
Chase regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Kramer.
Kramer throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Chase works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T1#
Chase keeping full guard, as Kramer tries to pass. #SUB#
Kramer drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Chase dives on top into guard.#REVB##SUB#
Chase got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kramer has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Chase has managed to get both his arms back between Kramer's legs - danger averted.
Chase sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Chase trying to control but Kramer is working from the bottom.
Chase controls from within his opponent's guard.
Kramer 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.#SUB#
Kramer looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Chase trying to stand up but can't free himself from Kramer's guard.#T2#
Chase stays in close to Kramer's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Chase got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kramer has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Chase has managed to get both his arms back between Kramer's legs - danger averted.
Kramer keeping moving, preventing Chase from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Kramer had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Chase defends it easily.#SUB#
Kramer has an active guard here but Chase has managed to pass into half guard.
Kramer makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kramer.
Chase wants to stand but Kramer is controlling his posture from full guard.
Kramer 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##T3##SUB#
Kramer is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Chase doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Kramer. #SUB#
Kramer is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Kramer moves into full mount! Chase won't be happy about that!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Poor strikes thrown by Kramer there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help! #SUB#
Kramer jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Chase is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Chase and Kramer has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission. #T4##SUB#
Kramer tries for a kimura but Chase is defending well. #SUB#
Kramer is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Chase has escaped the position, nice work there.
Kramer advances to full mount.
Kramer throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Kramer is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Chase has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Chase!
Chase wants to pass the guard but Kramer is keeping the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jon Kramer dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Chase connects with a right hand. Kramer shakes it off.
Chase misses the jab.
Chase connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kramer's hands.
Chase misses with an uppercut.
Chase lands a glancing blow to the side of Kramer's head.
Kramer misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
The crowd cheers as Chase lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kramer doesn't seem phased though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head kick misses from Chase.
Kramer tries to counter with a takedown but Chase is quick to defend against it.
Chase throws a jab when Kramer was well out of range.
Kramer tries to counter with a takedown but Chase is quick to defend against it.
A big right from Chase misses.
Kramer is looking to counter the offense by Chase and move into the clinch.#T1#
Chase misses with a looping left.
Kramer takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Kramer slips a straight right by Chase.
Kramer takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kramer looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Danny Chase seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Chase rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD#
and Kramer counters with a shoot takedown. Chase fights it but they end up in guard.
Kramer throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Chase wants to stand up but Kramer is controlling him.
Kramer trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kramer passes Chase's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Chase wants to get back to his feet. #T2##SUB#
Kramer is looking for a kimura here. #SUB#
Kramer wants to work for an arm triangle but Chase is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Kramer not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #ES2#
Chase has one foot on Kramer's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
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!
Chase lands a really nice looking cross but Kramer seems unphased.
Chase throws a poor cross that misses #TD#
and Kramer counters with a shoot takedown. Chase fights it but they end up in guard.

Chase is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Kramer presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Chase is defending well against a takedown attempt.#T3#
Kramer drops down looking for an ankle pick but Chase pulls his leg out and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jon Kramer. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kramer ducks under a wild hook from Chase.
Chase throws a body punch but Kramer moves out of range.
Chase looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Chase is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kramer.
Chase tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kramer was well out of range. Poor timing from Chase.
Kramer feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Chase tests Kramer's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kramer fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Chase throws a sloppy body shot #TD#
and Kramer counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Kramer.
Chase wants to get back to his feet but Kramer is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Kramer slips nicely into half guard.#T4##SUB#
Kramer is working for a kimura but Chase is defending it quite comfortably.
Chase is trying to stand. #SUB#
Kramer is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Kramer is working for a kimura but Chase is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Kramer is trying to work for a kimura but Chase is defending well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Danny Chase showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Chase cracks a nice hook into Kramer's ribs.
A jab lands there for Chase.
Jon Kramer is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kramer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Chase looks to land a left hand but Kramer moved out of range nicely.
A jab from Chase misses.
Kramer shoots in looking for a takedown. Chase tries to sprawl out of it but Kramer keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Chase manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chase scores with a jab. Kramer acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T1#
Chase throws out a loose jab but Kramer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kramer changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Chase throws a body shot but no joy.
A jab from Chase misses.
Chase jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kramer is looking to counter the offense by Chase and move into the clinch.
A big right from Chase misses.
Kramer drops down looking for a counter takedown but Chase sprawls and moves away.
Danny Chase seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Chase throws a poor cross that misses #TD#
and Kramer counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Kramer.

Chase uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Chase throws a lazy uppercut #TD#
and Kramer counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
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!
Chase tries to kick Kramer off but Kramer keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB#
Kramer wants to work for an arm triangle but Chase is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Chase blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kramer. #T2##SUB#
Kramer is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Chase defends it well.
Chase looks like he's trying to stand up.
Ground and pound from Kramer.
Kramer is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Kramer is trying to work for a kimura but Chase is defending well. #SUB#
Kramer is looking for a kimura here. #T3#
Kramer drops an elbow to the side of Chase's head. #SUB#
Kramer wants to work for an arm triangle but Chase is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Kramer is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Kramer throwing shots but Chase is blocking nicely. #SUB#
Kramer is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Chase defends it well.
Jon Kramer overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Kramer is trying to work for a kimura but Chase is defending well. #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.#SUB#
Kramer seems to be working for a kimura but Chase defends the submission attempt.
Chase wants to get back to his feet.
Kramer thows a huge punch but Chase dodges it nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kramer wants to pass the guard but Chase is defending well.
Kramer uses his free foot to push down on Chase's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Chase.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Jon Kramer.
I think Kramer 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 Jorge Garcia scores the fight 28:29
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 28:29
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 29:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Danny Chase!

Danny Chase decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: NYF Fight Night Rio     
Date:   Mar 08, 2024
#R1#
Ferguson throws out a powerful jab.
Kramer staying out of range there.
Kramer shoots in for a double leg but Ferguson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kramer closes the distance and clinches up with Ferguson, looking for a takedown. Kramer pushes Ferguson against the cage but Ferguson circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Kramer blocks a jab.
Kramer feints the counter takedown.
Ferguson misses with a head kick.
Ferguson throws a right hand that misses #TD2#
and Kramer counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Ferguson tries to roll over but Kramer keeps him under control.
Ferguson won't allow Kramer to pass to mount.
Ferguson is trying to control but can't.
Ferguson keeping hold of Kramer's head, controlling as best he can. #SUB2#
Kramer is looking for a kimura but Ferguson is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kramer to get the leverage. #T1##SUB2#
Kramer 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. Ferguson tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Kramer!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Jon Kramer!

 

Event: NYF 51 :Traumen vs Santos     
Date:   Jan 27, 2024
#R1#
A head kick misses from Daxton. #CL2#
Daxton gets a clinch. #TD#
Kramer has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Daxton clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Daxton looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Daxton really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kramer. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Kramer has the hooks in and he's looking for a rear naked choke here. Daxton is defending well but eventually Kramer manages to get an arm under the chin and he's locked on the RNC! Daxton has no choice but to tap now! He does! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Jon Kramer!
In defeat, Euan Daxton stepped up to the mic, saying 'I'd like to thank my opponent for stepping in here with me. It was an honour to eat his punches.'.

 

Event: SUF 18: Whelan vs Lune     
Date:   Jan 20, 2024
#R1#
Dracul misses with a straight left.
Kramer feinted with a counter takedown.
Dracul looks to land a right hand but Kramer moved out of range.
Kramer shoots in looking for a takedown but Dracul manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kramer's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Kramer looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Dracul ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kramer moves away.
Dracul takes a swing at Kramer's ribcage but misses.
Dracul misses with a hook #TD#
and Kramer counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Dracul!
Dracul is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the ropes but Kramer has just dragged him back down to the mat.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Kramer has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Dracul!
Kramer landing shots from mount. #SUB#
Kramer looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kramer landing strikes from the mount.#SUB#
Kramer has control of Dracul's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Dracul regains control of the situation pretty easily. #T1##SUB#
Kramer has hold of Dracul's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Dracul manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger. #SUB#
Kramer looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Kramer looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here. #SUB#
Kramer looking for a guillotine from mount but Dracul is having none of it.
Kramer thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch! #T2#
Kramer with shots to the head and body - Dracul looks very uncomfortable down there.
Kramer sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!#SUB#
Kramer is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Dracul can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning. #SUB#
Kramer has hold of Dracul's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Dracul manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger. #SUB#
Kramer goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Dracul turns into him and now he's in Kramer's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Kramer is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T3##SUB#
Kramer looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Kramer looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Dracul passes into side control.
Dracul wants to stand but Kramer is controlling his arm.
Kramer is looking for a sweep.
Kramer is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Dracul's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB#
Kramer looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Kramer looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4#
Kramer tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land. #SUB#
Kramer looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Kramer looking for a kimura from the bottom but Dracul passes into side control!
Kramer is looking to reverse the position.
Dracul blocks the strikes from Kramer.
Kramer gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB#
Kramer looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Kramer moves into full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jon Kramer 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#
Dracul misses the shot to the body.
Dracul jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kramer attempts a counter takedown but Dracul avoids it well and moves away.
Kramer slips a jab from Dracul.
Kramer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dracul dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kramer on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Dracul. Dracul obviously looking to wear him down.
Vlad Dracul seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jab by Dracul.
Dracul throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kramer on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Dracul misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kramer.
Kramer half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Dracul takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Dracul pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T1#
Kramer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dracul.
Kramer moves out of range of the strikes.
Nice defenses there by Kramer.
Kramer shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Dracul counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dracul. Kramer does a little dance to reset his feet.
The fighters circling - Dracul throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Vlad Dracul is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kramer avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kramer shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Kramer moves out of range of the strikes.
Kramer tries to counter with a takedown but Dracul is quick to defend against it.
Dracul looks to throw the jab but Kramer is out of range. #T2#
Dracul throws a lazy right hand but Kramer sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kramer seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dracul. Kramer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kramer changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Dracul throws a shot from downtown. Kramer moves away and avoids it.
Kramer changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Kramer ducks under a wild hook from Dracul.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Kramer is defended easily by Dracul.
A slow jab from Dracul misses its intended target.
Kramer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dracul.
Kramer attempts a counter takedown but Dracul avoids it well and moves away.
Kramer slips a jab from Dracul.
Kramer tries to counter with a takedown but Dracul is quick to defend against it.#T3#
Kramer's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Dracul connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kramer scrambles back to his feet.
Dracul misses with a looping left.
The fighters circling - Dracul throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Dracul looks to land a left hand but Kramer moved out of range nicely.
Kramer seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Nice defenses there by Kramer.
Dracul throws a jab but it's blocked by Kramer.
Kramer seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Dracul ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kramer moves away.
Dracul throws a hook to the side of Kramer's head but Kramer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dracul. Kramer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Vlad Dracul seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The fighters circling - Dracul throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kramer feinted with a counter takedown.
Dracul missing with a left hand there. Kramer was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T4#
Dracul dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jon Kramer is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dracul misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kramer.
Dracul uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#CUT2#It looks like Jon Kramer has been cut.
Dracul just misses with a punch to the body.
Dracul scores with a nice strike.
Dracul throws a looping overhand right but Kramer ducks down to avoid it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kramer blocks a jab.
Dracul misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kramer.
Kramer is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #ROC2#Kramer is rocked!
Dracul connects with a crisp jab.
Oh Kramer is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Dracul fails to land with a series of punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vlad Dracul showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Jon Kramer's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Kramer throws a wild hook but Dracul just manages to duck under it and - ooooh! Kramer gets nailed by a brutal uppercut which crumples him back against the ropes! The referee jumps in - Dracul raises his hands in celebration and walks away!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vlad Dracul!
Vlad Dracul gave a mention to Mythical Fighter in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

 

Event: SUF 15: Christmas Bash     
Date:   Dec 23, 2023
#R1#
Gunter misses with a looping right.
Gunter scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kramer doesn't seem bothered though. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Gunter.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Kramer gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Kramer has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Gunter slips a nice elbow through Kramer's hands, connecting with Kramer's forehead.
Gunter has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kramer is refusing to be controlled, as Gunter sits in half guard.
Kramer is looking to improve his position.
Gunter looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Kramer with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB#
Kramer is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gunter pulls his head out easily.
Kramer makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kramer.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Gunter's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Kramer working for a triangle but Gunter defends it easily.
Gunter trying to control but Kramer is working from the bottom. #T1#
Gunter distracts Kramer with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Gunter trying to control but Kramer is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Kramer is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Gunter content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
Kramer is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Gunter is stalling in the full guard.
Gunter stands and throws Kramer's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Gunter scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Kramer to see if he's OK.#T2#
Kramer manages to get back to half guard.
Gunter lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Kramer wants to improve his position but Gunter is controlling well.
Gunter wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kramer keeps working.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Gunter working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Gunter prevents Kramer from improving his position.
Gunter is looking to take a break and control but Kramer is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Gunter working over Kramer with some ground and pound. Kramer looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Gunter lands strikes from half guard.
Kramer is looking for a sweep. Gunter is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Kramer looking for a kimura from the bottom but Gunter passes into side control!
Gunter wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kramer keeps working.
Gunter taking a breather here.
Kramer tries to buck Gunter off but Gunter is having none of it.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T3#
Gunter lands some shots froms side control.
Gunter grinds an elbow into Kramer's temple.
Gunter is looking to take a break and control but Kramer is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Kramer is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Gunter is looking to take a break and control but Kramer is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kramer is looking to regain half guard here but Gunter keeps moving and retains side control.
Gunter is working Kramer over with some ground and pound from side control.
Gunter is looking to take a break and control but Kramer is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kramer is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Gunter off and has taken his back!#T4##SUB#
Gunter defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Kramer's arms.
Gunter manages to reverse the position and now he's in Kramer's guard. Nice work there by Gunter.
Gunter wants to control from the top but Kramer keeps moving. #SUB#
Kramer has an active guard here but Gunter has managed to pass into half guard.
Gunter seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Kramer is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Gunter scores with a couple of nice shots.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gunter winds up and cracks Kramer with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Gunter is keen to just control but Kramer is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Kramer looking for submissions off his back.
Gunter controlling the action here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Trevina Gunter 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#
Kramer shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Gunter as he jumps to the side.
Gunter throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kramer is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Gunter.
Gunter rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD#
and Kramer counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Kramer has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Kramer looking to pass the guard.
Kramer postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#SUB#
Kramer drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Gunter dives on top into guard.#REVB##SUB#
Kramer has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Gunter is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Kramer.
Gunter has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kramer tries to get back to half guard but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gunter working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Gunter scoring with punches from side control.
Kramer is looking for a sweep.
Trevina Gunter has got the better of the ground game so far.
Gunter staying calm.#T1#
Gunter scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Kramer to see if he's OK.
Gunter lands a nice forearm strike.
Gunter content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Gunter working the ground and pound.
Kramer manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Gunter trying to hold on to Kramer's head to control him but Kramer postures up.
Kramer missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Gunter is looking for a sweep. Kramer is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Kramer is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Gunter is just riding it out for now. Kramer eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Kramer is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Gunter is just riding it out for now. Kramer eventually gives up the hold. #T2#
Gunter works his way to full guard. Good work.
Kramer trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gunter controlling the position.
Gunter controls Kramer momentarily but Kramer frees himself.
Gunter is controlling Kramer's posture.
Kramer throws a big elbow that misses.
Gunter looking to control.
Kramer pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gunter is keeping the position for now. #T3##SUB#
Kramer is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Gunter is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Gunter has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Gunter controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Kramer looking for a guillotine here but Gunter defends easily.
Gunter chips away with some ground and pound.
Gunter chips away with some ground and pound.
Kramer keeping moving, preventing Gunter from controlling successfully.
Gunter might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Kramer haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Gunter stays in close to Kramer's body and controls the position. #T4#
Kramer keeping moving, preventing Gunter from controlling successfully.
Gunter sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Kramer keeping moving, preventing Gunter from controlling successfully.
Kramer is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gunter wants to control from the top but Kramer keeps moving. #SUB#
Kramer looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Kramer keeping moving, preventing Gunter from controlling successfully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Trevina Gunter will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Kramer stuffs the takedown attempt from Gunter. Gunter gets slowly back to his feet.
Gunter throws a lazy right hand but Kramer sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#TD2#
Gunter dives in and scores a takedown into Kramer's guard.
Gunter with a nice head shot there.#SUB#
Kramer is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Gunter with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Kramer escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gunter gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Gunter lands a couple of digs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gunter postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Gunter trying to control the position from guard on top but Kramer is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gunter 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. #T1##SUB#
Gunter avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Gunter's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Gunter advances to half guard.
Kramer is not content to let Gunter control the position.
Gunter wants to free his trapped foot but Kramer is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Gunter working over Kramer with some ground and pound. Kramer looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Gunter stalling.
Gunter prevents Kramer from improving his position.
Kramer wants to get back to full guard but Gunter has mounted him!
Trevina Gunter is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Gunter controlling from the full mount.
Kramer is desperately trying to improve his position but Gunter has a good base and remains in mount.
Gunter controlling from mount.
Gunter trying to control but Kramer is having none of it.
Kramer can't escape the position.
Gunter sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Kramer is in all sorts of trouble here.
Gunter looking to control and managing it successfully. #T3#
Gunter trying to control but Kramer is having none of it.
Gunter controlling the position easily from mount.
Kramer keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Kramer is working hard here to advance position.#T4#
Gunter controlling the pace for now.
Kramer keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Gunter content just to control the position here.
Kramer swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
Gunter takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jon Kramer has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Gunter trying to control but he's not successful this time.

And that's the end of the fight!
Trevina Gunter comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Gunter has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 28:30
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 27:30
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Trevina Gunter!

After the fight, Trevina Gunter was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

 

Event: SUF 11: Striking Vs Knight     
Date:   Nov 11, 2023
#R1#
Kamenev shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Kramer but Kramer pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Kamenev shoots in for a takedown but Kramer shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Kamenev doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL#
and Kramer counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Jon Kramer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pushka Kamenev.
Kamenev is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Kramer pulls him back up using the underhooks. #TD#
Kramer has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Kamenev is trying to keep an underhook but Kramer manages to get the takedown into half guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Kamenev can do anything to dispel that myth.
The fighters are battling for position here. Kamenev manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Kamenev looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB#
Kramer drops back looking for a leg! Kamenev is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Kamenev manages to kick Kramer off! Kramer jumps back into Kamenev's guard. #SUB#
Kramer 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kamenev manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kramer manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##SUB#
Kramer has his feet on Kamenev's thighs here. He's pushed Kamenev off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Kamenev screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jon Kramer!

 

Event: 6: Brawlout     
Date:   Oct 13, 2023
#R1#
Szabolcs goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Szabolcs misses the target.
Kramer shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Szabolcs defends it nicely.
We've been told by Szabolcs's head coaches at Gentleman's Club that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Jab from Szabolcs.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD#
Szabolcs lands a big right hand that sends Kramer crashing to the mat! Szabolcs stays standing though and waves Kramer back to his feet!
Kramer misses with a takedown attempt
and Szabolcs counters with a huge left! Kramer is in big trouble! He's backing up but Szabolcs isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Kramer from any more damage. A dominating finish by Szabolcs!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Balogh Szabolcs!
A very excited looking Balogh Szabolcs made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

 

Event: 4: The Calm     
Date:   Sep 27, 2023
#R1#
A swing and a miss from Virinen.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Virinen, as that shot connected.
Kramer has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Virinen lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Virinen loads up on a big right hand but Kramer slips the punch.
Virinen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Virinen chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Virinen connects with a solid leg kick.
Nice sprawl there from Virinen as Kramer shoots in.
Virinen throws out a counter right but Kramer avoids it with no problem.#T1#
Virinen clobbers Kramer with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
A chopping leg kick lands by Virinen.
Virinen scores with a hook to the body. Kramer takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kramer walks into a jab.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Virinen lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Kramer has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kramer and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Kramer shoots in looking for a takedown but Virinen manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kramer's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Kramer backing away here, and Virinen unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Virinen misses with an uppercut.
Kramer half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Virinen with a nice cross.#T2#
Kramer takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
A clash of legs there as Kramer blocks the low kick.
Kramer changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Virinen lands with an overhand left.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD#
Kramer closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Virinen to the mat! Virinen manages to get full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kramer trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kramer stopping the sweep attempt from Virinen.
Virinen looking to control.
Kramer stands and throws Virinen's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB#
Kramer tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Kramer has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Virinen is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T3##SUB#
Kramer has an Americana. Virinen didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Kramer is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Kramer hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Jon Kramer!

 

Event: 3: SUF 397k R2     
Date:   Sep 04, 2023
#R1#
Carter throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kramer changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Carter thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kramer tries to counter with a clinch but Carter shakes him off and moves away.
Carter misses with a head kick.
Kramer wants to counter with a clinch but Carter pushes him away.
Carter throws a head kick that misses
and Kramer counters with a left and a right that stings Carter.
Carter throws a lazy right hand but Kramer sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Some wild striking there from Carter.
A head kick misses from Carter.
Carter swings widly with a right hand #TD2#
and Kramer counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Kramer is standing up over Carter. Carter looks to escape but Kramer dives into side control. #REVR#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Carter prevents Kramer from moving into mount.
Carter definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#SUB2#
Kramer is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Carter looks calm but he's in trouble here. Kramer gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Carter is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Kramer lets go of the hold and Carter can pop his arm back in it's socket.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Jon Kramer!

 

Event: 2: Corruption     
Date:   Aug 20, 2023
#R1##TD#
Kramer closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Szabolcs is concentrating on defense, preventing Kramer from advancing position. #SUB#
Kramer is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Szabolcs is just riding it out for now. Kramer eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Szabolcs is defending against the submission attempts here by Kramer.
Szabolcs wants to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Kramer is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Szabolcs has managed to free his arm - good work.
Kramer is looking to advance position but Szabolcs won't allow it. #T1#
Szabolcs tries to get to full guard but Kramer has control of the leg.
Szabolcs felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#SUB#
Kramer 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. Szabolcs tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Kramer!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Jon Kramer!

 

Event: MMAHKI 66     
Date:   Jul 21, 2023
#R1#
A cross from Santos lands.
A right-left combo lands from Santos.
Santos tries for a takedown but Kramer circles away easily#CL#
and Kramer counters by clinching up. #TD#
Kramer is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Santos can't fight it off and eventually Kramer manages to take the fight to the floor. Santos looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SUB2#
Santos is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kramer defends well.
Kramer looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Santos working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kramer. #T1##SUB#
Kramer is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Santos is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Santos has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB#
Kramer has his foot on Santos's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Santos works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Kramer had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Santos defends it easily.
Santos trying to control the position from guard on top but Kramer is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Santos pushes down on Kramer's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Santos content to control rather than advance.
Santos is looking to advance position but Kramer won't allow it.
Kramer is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Kramer looking for submissions off his back.#T2#
Santos is trying to control the action in half guard but Kramer is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Santos passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Kramer!
Kramer is squirming around, avoiding Santos's attempts to control the action.
Kramer is desperately trying to improve his position but Santos has a good base and remains in mount.
Kramer has given up his back here. Will Santos look for the submission or keep pounding away? #SUB2#
Santos is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Kramer is defending well though. Santos let's go of the attempt for now.#SUB2#
Kramer preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Santos.
Kramer tries to escape the position. #SUB2#
Santos is looking for the choke from the back position but Kramer is controlling his hands well. #T3#
Kramer turns into Santos and is now in his guard.
Santos bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kramer's guard. #REVB##SUB#
Kramer throws his legs up looking for a submission but Santos uses it to pass to side control.
Santos avoids the strikes from the bottom by Kramer.
Santos controls the position. #SUB2#
Santos looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Kramer tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Santos wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Kramer is working hard here to advance position.
Santos is working Kramer over with some ground and pound from side control.
Santos wants to control but Kramer is keeping him busy.
Kramer is looking for a sweep.#T4##SUB2#
Santos tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Kramer is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Santos is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Kramer has escaped the position, nice work there.
Santos wants to control but Kramer is keeping him busy.
Santos might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Kramer haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Kramer tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kramer manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Aldemir Santos dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
A jab lands there for Santos.#TD2#
Kramer gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Santos to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Kramer seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Aldemir Santos has got the better of the ground game so far.
Santos trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Kramer throws his legs up looking for a submission but Santos uses it to pass to side control. #SUB2#
Santos working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Kramer tries to buck Santos off but Santos is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Santos is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Kramer has escaped the position, nice work there.
Santos wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kramer keeps working. #T1#
Kramer throws a couple of punches but he's in a bad position and they don't land. #SUB2#
Santos is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Kramer is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Santos looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Kramer is trying to improve his position.
Santos wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kramer keeps working.
Kramer tries to improve position but can't.
Santos trying to control the action but Kramer is working from the bottom. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Kramer manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Santos prevents Kramer from improving his position.#SUB#
Kramer looking for submissions off his back.
Santos looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
Kramer is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Santos pulls his head out easily.
Santos has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kramer makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kramer.
Santos looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SU2#
Santos decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Kramer, up you get! #T3##TD2#
Santos looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Kramer!
Kramer sneaks back into half guard.
Santos trying to control the pace. #SUB#
Kramer looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Santos is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Santos controlling the action here.
Santos is continuing to stall.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Santos trying to control the action but Kramer is working from the bottom.
Kramer is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Santos jumps into side control!#SUB2#
Santos looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Santos thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Kramer is looking to regain half guard here but Santos keeps moving and retains side control.
Kramer manages to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Santos with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Santos is trying to control. Kramer wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Aldemir Santos showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Kramer defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Santos.
Kramer half committed to a counter leg kick.
Santos throws a right hand that Kramer ducks under and follows up with a left that Kramer also avoids with ease.
A big left from Santos misses.
Kramer attempts a counter takedown but Santos avoids it well and moves away.
Santos fails with a takedown attempt.
Kramer tries to counter with a takedown but Santos is quick to defend against it.#TD#
Kramer darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Kramer not landing any meaningful shots this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kramer wants to pass to mount but Santos is defending the position.
Santos wants to get back to full guard.#T1#
Kramer throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Santos to regain full guard.
Santos controls Kramer momentarily but Kramer frees himself.
Kramer stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Santos swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Kramer drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Santos manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Kramer has Santos in his guard.#REVB##SUB#
Santos avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Santos makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Santos stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kramer swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
Kramer wants to sweep but no luck.
Kramer will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Kramer working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Santos has passed into half guard!
Santos passes the guard and advances to mount!
Santos controlling his opponent.
Santos trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Kramer is wriggling around trying to escape.
Santos tries to control but Kramer wriggling away.
Santos sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T3#
Kramer working to try and regain half guard.
Santos has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Kramer's face.
Kramer is wriggling around trying to escape.
Santos trying to control but Kramer is having none of it.
Kramer throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Santos tries to control but Kramer wriggling away.
Kramer tries to reverse the position but Santos maintains control.
Santos trying to control but Kramer is having none of it. #T4#
Aldemir Santos is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Santos looking to control and managing it successfully.
Santos wants to stand but Kramer is holding on to him, trying to stop him posturing up.
Kramer is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Santos controlling from mount.
Kramer working to try and regain half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Santos tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Kramer can't escape the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Aldemir Santos comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Santos winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 27:30
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 27:30
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Aldemir Santos!

 

Event: MMAHKI 57     
Date:   Jun 11, 2023
#R1#
Fuji is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kramer.
Fuji tries to bum rush Kramer with a series of wild strikes but Kramer uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#TD#
Kramer closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Fuji to the mat! Fuji manages to get full guard.
Fuji is looking to stand up but Kramer isn't so interested in that idea.
Fuji wants to sweep here but Kramer controlling him for the moment. #ES2#
Fuji pushes Kramer off and scrambles back to his feet.
Fuji comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kramer looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Kramer blocks a jab.
Chiyo Fuji seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Kramer takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Kramer avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kramer feinted with a counter takedown.
Fuji throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kramer drops down looking for a counter takedown but Fuji sprawls and moves away.
Fuji throws a shot from downtown. Kramer moves away and avoids it.
Kramer appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Fuji swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Fuji lands a right hook to the body.
Fuji misses with a double jab.
Fuji misses with an uppercut.
Kramer drops down looking for a counter takedown but Fuji sprawls and moves away.#TD2#
Fuji closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Kramer quickly recovers to half guard.
Fuji scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Kramer is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Fuji is tapping! Great win for Kramer!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Jon Kramer!

 

 
 
 
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