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Event:
MMAH 91
Date: Nov 19, 2023 |
#R1#
Hadrovic will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
River swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
River throws a hook but Hadrovic blocks it.
River takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
River looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Hadrovic throws a right and a left that River avoids nicely.
Hadrovic lands a two punch combo.
River is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Hadrovic.
River takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A lazy body kick from Hadrovic
and River counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Hadrovic avoids the body shot from River .
River is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hadrovic.
Hadrovic misses with a jab, cross combination.
#T1#
Hadrovic will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
It seemed like River was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Hadrovic pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Hadrovic misses with a few strikes there.
Hadrovic misses with a double jab
letting River counter with a right hand. #CUT2#It looks like Amir Hadrovic has been cut.
Hadrovic lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
River slips a jab and a cross from Hadrovic.
Hadrovic throws a series of punches but River moves out of range.
Hadrovic throws a head kick but River moves out of range.
River throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Hadrovic misses with a wild combination.
It seemed like River was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T2#
Hadrovic gets cracked there but stands up to it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hadrovic throws a right and a left that both miss.
River throws a big shot that misses.
No joy there for Hadrovic, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
River appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Hadrovic walks into a left hand.
River throws a body shot but no joy.
Hadrovic lands a nice looking body shot.
Hadrovic lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Hadrovic throws a right hand that River ducks under and follows up with a left that River also avoids with ease.#T3#
Hadrovic keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from River .
Hadrovic moves away from the strike by River .
Hadrovic definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Hadrovic scores with a three punch combo!
Hadrovic lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
River with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A punch combination from Hadrovic misses.
Some wild striking there from Hadrovic.
A slow jab from River misses its intended target.
Hadrovic throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
River 's jab looks to have found its range, popping Hadrovic under the eye.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice jab there from Hadrovic.
Hadrovic looks to land a combination but River avoids it well.
River swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
River misses the jab.
Hadrovic wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
River slips a jab and a cross from Hadrovic.
River pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hadrovic is looking for a counter combo.
River fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hadrovic manages to avoid it.
River walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Hadrovic defending well as River loads up on a big left hand.
River avoids a punch combination nicely.
A nice side step and River releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
River slips a jab and a cross from Hadrovic.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Amir Hadrovic dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Amir Hadrovic's cut.
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#
River takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
No joy there for Hadrovic, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Hadrovic pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Hadrovic scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Hadrovic lands a right hook to the body.
Hadrovic is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that River can do to turn this around?
River dodges the punch combination from Hadrovic.
River just misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River misses with a body shot.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Hadrovic!
River misses with an uppercut. Hadrovic saw that one coming.
Hadrovic throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
#T1#
River swings and misses with a hook to the body.
River avoids the body shot from Hadrovic.
Hadrovic throws a combination. River tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Hadrovic paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
River throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
No joy there for Hadrovic, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
An inside leg kick lands from Hadrovic.
Amir Hadrovic is winning the standup battle so far.
Hadrovic tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and River is able to avoid easily.
River showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Hadrovic.
Hadrovic is working the combinations to good effect here.#T2#
Hadrovic pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A little jabbing left from River on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hadrovic.
No joy there for Hadrovic, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Danga de danga de dang - Hadrovic scores with a four punch combination!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Hadrovic throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Hadrovic throws a combination but it was largely blocked by River .
River let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but River might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Hadrovic has got the better of the exchanges.
Hadrovic waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract River .
Hadrovic looks to land a combination but River avoids it well.
River with a jab.
Hadrovic throws a combination but it was largely blocked by River .
River throws a hook to the side of Hadrovic's head but Hadrovic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T3#
River looks to land a right hand but Hadrovic moved out of range.
River jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Hadrovic misses with a double jab.
River swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
River loads up on a big right hand but Hadrovic slips the punch.
Hadrovic ducks right into an uppercut from River .
Hadrovic fails to land with a series of punches.
Amir Hadrovic is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hadrovic comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
River misses the shot to the body.
Hadrovic misses with a body kick.
River throws an overhand right that lands on Hadrovic's shoulder, as Hadrovic tries to avoid the shot.
Hadrovic lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T4#
Hadrovic throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Hadrovic throws a left and a right that both miss
and Hadrovic takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
River looks to land a right hand but Hadrovic moved out of range.
River is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hadrovic.
River misses with the combination.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
River takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
River looks to land a right hand but Hadrovic moved out of range.
Hadrovic throws a right and a left that River avoids nicely.
River is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Hadrovic with a body shot.
Hadrovic rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but River moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Amir Hadrovic dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Amir Hadrovic's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Hadrovic throws a right and a left that both miss.
A countering left hand to the body from River misses.
Hadrovic is looking to score with low kicks.
River swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Hadrovic throws a nice looking combination but River bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Hadrovic feints a jab promting River to slip. Hadrovic then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. River slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Amir Hadrovic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
River throws a jab but it's blocked by Hadrovic.
Hadrovic misses with a head kick.
River looks like he wants to counter punch here.
River loads up on a big right hand but Hadrovic slips the punch.
Hadrovic misses with a two punch combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River throws a lazy right hand but Hadrovic sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hadrovic misses with a double jab.
Hadrovic swinging wildly here.
#T1#
Hadrovic misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
River looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hadrovic misses with the combination.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Hadrovic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but River manages to avoid it.
A jab from River misses.
Hadrovic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from River .
River showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Hadrovic.
River misses with an uppercut.
A looping hook to the body misses from River . Hadrovic does a little dance to reset his feet.#T2#
Hadrovic throws a right and a left that River avoids nicely.
Hadrovic rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but River moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
River looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Hadrovic misses with a few strikes there.
Hadrovic swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A little jabbing left from River on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Blue River has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hadrovic ducks under a wild hook from River .#CL2#
River closes the distance and clinches.
A short left from River .
River lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Hadrovic.
Hadrovic tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. River smiles and moves away.
Hadrovic is looking to wear down River with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Hadrovic throws a right hand that River ducks under and follows up with a left that River also avoids with ease.#T3#
River waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hadrovic.
River tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hadrovic was well out of range. Poor timing from River .
Hadrovic avoids the body shot from River .
River uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hadrovic.
River swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Hadrovic lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
River lands a nice shot to the body.
A combination from Hadrovic does no damage.
River looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Hadrovic throws a nice looking combination but River bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
River waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hadrovic.
River swings for the body but Hadrovic moves out of range.
Hadrovic fails to land with a series of punches.
#T4#
Hadrovic throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and River cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Hadrovic staying out of range there.
Hadrovic throws a right and a left that River avoids nicely.
River looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Hadrovic throws a combination but it was largely blocked by River .
A punch combination from Hadrovic misses.
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!
Hadrovic misses with a right hand #KD2#
and River counters with a nice right hand that sends Hadrovic toppling to the canvas! Hadrovic scrambles and gets back to his feet - can River finish him?!
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hadrovic moves away.
Sloppy strikes from Hadrovic. Those never looked like landing.
River is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hadrovic.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Amir Hadrovic is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
River slips a jab and a cross from Hadrovic.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Blue River .
I think Hadrovic 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 Marco Blurström scores the fight 29:28
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 30:28
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Amir Hadrovic! |
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Event:
MMAH 84
Date: Oct 21, 2023 |
#R1#
Simbolon lands with a shot to the body.
River fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Simbolon manages to avoid it.
Simbolon throws a shot to the body.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Simbolon.
Simbolon takes a swing at River 's ribcage but misses.
River swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
River ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from River ! But no joy.
River showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Simbolon.
River swings for the body but Simbolon moves out of range.
A quick step to the side and Simbolon tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
River takes a shot to the body in his stride.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River dodges the punch combination from Simbolon.
A little jabbing left from River on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
River keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Simbolon.#T1#
River takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
River moves out of range as Simbolon strikes.
Simbolon swings widly with a right hand
and River counters with a nice body shot.
Simbolon throws a jab but it's blocked by River .
Simbolon throws a jab but it's blocked by River .
Simbolon misses with a right hand
and Simbolon takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT2#It looks like Mario Simbolon has been cut.
Simbolon throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
River misses with a body shot.
Nice defenses there by River .
Simbolon throws a shot to the body.
Simbolon ducks under a wild hook from River .
Nice defenses there by River .#T2#
River swings away with a body shot that misses
and Simbolon counters with a stiff right hand.
Simbolon moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
River misses with a looping left.
Simbolon cracks River with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
River uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Simbolon.
A little jabbing left from River on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Simbolon misses with a two punch combination.
A countering left hand to the body from River misses.
River defending well as Simbolon loads up on a big left hand.
Simbolon misses with a two punch combination.
Simbolon lands with a nice body punch.
Mario Simbolon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A jab from River misses.
Simbolon misses with a straight right.
River 's coach down at The Factory was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on River 's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
River is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Simbolon rather than just go for the knockout.#T3#
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Simbolon moves away.
A big right from Simbolon misses.
River throws out a counter right but Simbolon avoids it with no problem.
Simbolon misses with a wild body shot.
Simbolon looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Simbolon throws a shot from downtown. River moves away and avoids it.
River looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Simbolon pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A nice side step and River releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Simbolon lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
A big right from Simbolon misses.
Simbolon misses with a hook
and River connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Simbolon misses with a wild body shot.
River now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Simbolon throws a body shot but no joy.
Simbolon throws out a loose jab but River uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
River swings and misses with a hook to the body.
River steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Simbolon.
Simbolon pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Simbolon scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Simbolon jabbing away but nothing is landing.
River bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Simbolon fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. River looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Simbolon waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract River .
Simbolon swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and River counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Simbolon is breathing heavily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Simbolon. River does a little dance to reset his feet.
Simbolon throws a shot from downtown. River moves away and avoids it.
River looks like he wants to counter punch here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mario Simbolon dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mario Simbolon's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Simbolon with a nice cross.
River slips a straight right by Simbolon.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from River ! But no joy.
Simbolon is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by River .
River doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
River ducks under a wild hook from Simbolon.
A nice side step and River releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Simbolon stuns River with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
River slips a jab and a cross from Simbolon.
Simbolon throws a body punch but River moves out of range.
River looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
River staying out of range there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River swings and misses with a hook to the body.
River steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Simbolon.
Simbolon connects with a body shot that sends River 's belly button to the back.
River misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Simbolon moves into range and connects with a jab.
Simbolon stuns River with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
River misses with a looping right.
River throws a hook to the side of Simbolon's head but Simbolon sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Simbolon looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Simbolon misses with a straight left.
Simbolon throws a poor cross that misses
letting River counter with a right hand.
Simbolon uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before River has time to react.
Simbolon misses with a hook.
River now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
River ducks right into an uppercut from Simbolon.
Simbolon keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
River uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Simbolon.#T2#
Simbolon misses with a looping right.
Simbolon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Simbolon slips under a jab from River .
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!
Simbolon keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from River .
An attempted straight right counter from Simbolon misses the target.
Nice defenses there by River .
Simbolon throws a right hand that misses
and River counters with a nice uppercut.
Simbolon throws a nice looking combination but River bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
River throws out a counter right but Simbolon avoids it with no problem.
Simbolon cracks River with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
River throws a jab but it's blocked by Simbolon.
Simbolon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but River moves away.
Simbolon looks to throw the jab but River is out of range.
River doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T3#
Simbolon lands a straight punch to the body, keeping River at a distance.
River looks to score with a jab to the body but Simbolon is just out of range.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but River might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Simbolon has got the better of the exchanges.
River has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Simbolon finds it's way round the side to connect with River 's head.
Simbolon throws a big shot that misses.
Mario Simbolon is winning the standup battle so far.
River uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Simbolon.
River moves out of range as Simbolon strikes.
Simbolon throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
River throws out a counter right but Simbolon avoids it with no problem.
Simbolon lands a nice shot that snaps River 's head back.
Simbolon fakes high and swings low for a body shot but River manages to avoid it.
River swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Simbolon uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from River .
A jab from Simbolon misses. #T4#
Simbolon misses with a body shot.
River doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Simbolon missing with a left hand there. River was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Simbolon moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Simbolon throws a body punch but River moves out of range.
River takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Simbolon throws a hook to the side of River 's head but River sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Simbolon lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but River circles away quickly and effectively.
A telegraphed right hand from Simbolon misses the target.
Simbolon tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but River was well out of range. Poor timing from Simbolon.
Simbolon takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Simbolon misses with a body punch
and River scores with a counter punch that sends Simbolon to the canvas! River smells blood - he's punishing Simbolon with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Simbolon has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Blue River ! |
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Event:
MMAH 76
Date: Sep 22, 2023 |
#R1#
Gray comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Gray ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Gray stuns River with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Gray lands with a left to the head. #BC#
Gray escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Gray thuds his right hand into River 's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Gray lands a body shot.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Gray, as that shot connected.
Gray keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gray's jab looks to have found its range, popping River under the eye.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gray scores with a punch to the head.
Gray ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T1#
Gray scores with a crisp jab that stopped River in his tracks.
Gray smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
River throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gray sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Gray thuds a left hand into River 's body.
River 's coach down at The Factory was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on River 's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Gray throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Gray cracks River with a right hand to the side of the head.
Gray avoids the body shot from River .
Gray lands a really nice looking cross but River seems unphased.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gray.
Gray connects with a jab.
River walks into a stiff left hand from Gray.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
River tries to move into range but Gray moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Gray misses with a body shot.
Gray tries to clinch up.
River just misses with a punch to the body.
Gray lands a right hook to the body.
Gray sizes up River with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Gray lands a slapping body shot.
Gray lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
River walks into a left hand.
Gray scores with a nice strike.
We've been told by Gray's head coaches at Cope's that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Gray scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T3#
River on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Gray wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
River takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Gray lands with a right hand.
River shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Gray cracks a nice hook into River 's ribs.
Gray lands a right hook to the body.
Gray lands a nice looking body shot.
Gray stuns River with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Gray lands a really nice looking cross but River seems unphased.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gray digs a good hook to River 's body.
#T4#
Gray scores with a hook.
A big right from River misses.
A jab from Gray does it's job there.
River takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Gray ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Gray fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
River drops his hands momentarily and Gray takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Gray throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Gray listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
River misses with a hook.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Alex Gray 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#
Gray throws a shot to the body.
River misses with a looping left.
Gray cracks River with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Gray fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Gray stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
River walks into a stiff left hand from Gray.
Gray changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Gray jabs at River 's body.
Gray throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
River takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Gray lands with a right hand.
Alex Gray seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
River looks to score with a jab to the body but Gray is just out of range.
River has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#CL#
Gray clinches up with River and pushes him back against the cage.
Gray scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A head punch on the inside from Gray fails to land.
River prevents a body shot from Gray.
Gray softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Gray has a couple of punches blocked by River .
Gray misses with some punches.
Gray tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Gray's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Gray has a couple of punches blocked by River .
Gray lands with a right to the head.
River prevents a body shot from Gray.
Gray tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T2#
Gray pushes River back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Gray misses with a hook from the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on River 's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Gray tries a body shot but River blocks it.
River lands a shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gray working aggressively here.
Gray tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Gray throws a punch but it's blocked by River .
Gray misses with a hook to the ribs.
River blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Gray goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Gray is working River over against the cage.
Gray pushes River back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Gray digs a right hand underneath River 's ribcage. River let out a lung full of air as it connected.#T3#
River blocks an uppercut.
A short left from Gray.
Gray misses with a hook to the ribs.
Gray misses with some punches.
Gray struggles to land a body shot inside as River controls his hands.
Gray lands a body shot.
Gray working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Gray is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that River can do to turn this around?
Gray is working River over against the cage.
Gray misses with a short punch on the inside.
Gray fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Gray misses with some punches.
River is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Gray lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of River backwards.
Gray goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T4#
Gray lands a right hand.
Gray lands a left hand.
A head punch blocked on the inside by River .
Gray throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Gray fails to land.
Gray lands with a left to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gray lands a body shot in the clinch.
Gray lands an uppercut.
A short right from Gray on the inside.
A short uppercut from Gray.
Gray can't find room to land a body shot as River controls the action.
Gray struggles to land a body shot inside as River controls his hands.
Gray can't find room to land a body shot as River controls the action.
Gray digs a right hand into River 's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on River 's gas tank.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Alex Gray dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Gray scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Gray lands a head shot.
Gray jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Gray swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#CL#
Gray pushes River up against the cage in a clinch.
Gray lands a shoulder strike. #ROC#River is rocked!
Gray misses with the head strike.
River is still on wobbly legs! Can Gray finish him?
Gray swings away with an uppercut that misses.
River seems to have recovered his senses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gray swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by River .
A right handed body shot lands from Gray.
Nice body punch from Gray - that landed with a thud.
#T1#
Gray lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Alex Gray has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Gray.
Gray softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Gray scores with a shot to the side of River 's head.
Gray lands a hook that snaps the head of River backwards.
Gray misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Gray throws a blind hook that connects with the side of River s head. #BC#
Gray breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
River takes one on the button.
River takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Gray fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
River scores with a nice head shot.
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!
River takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
#T2#
Gray lands a nice shot that snaps River 's head back.
Gray lands a really nice looking cross but River seems unphased.
The fight stays on the outside here - Gray looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
River doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Gray dips to his left and cracks River with an uppercut!
Gray scores with a jab to the body.
Gray fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Gray cracks River with a right hand to the side of the head.
Jab from Gray.#T3#
Gray dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Gray connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Gray lands a really nice looking cross but River seems unphased.
Gray darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Gray misses with a body shot.
It seemed like River was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
River lands a nice shot to the body.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Gray.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Gray.
Gray connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
River keeps the fight on the outside.#T4#
River takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
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!
Gray lunges at River with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by River 's hand.
Gray takes a swing at River 's ribcage but misses.
River looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Gray fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Gray ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Alex Gray is winning the standup battle so far.
Gray scores with a hook.
Gray jabs River to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Gray lands with a cross.
Gray keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gray catches River with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Alex Gray clearly takes that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
Gray takes a swing at River 's ribcage but misses.
River has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Gray connects with a right hand. River shakes it off.
Gray staying out of range there.
River gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A slow jab from River misses its intended target.
Gray 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.
River takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
The fighters circle momentarily. Gray darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Gray bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Gray is looking to counter punch.#T1#
Gray scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Gray dips to his left and cracks River with an uppercut!
Gray cracks River with a good jab.
Gray digs a good hook to River 's body.
Gray's corner calls for a 1-2. Gray obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Gray cracks River with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends River tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Gray pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! River is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alex Gray!
Alex Gray retains his welterweight title! |
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Event:
TWGC 40 (185lbs, D4): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Sep 03, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Blue River ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Montgomery Scott!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Timothy Bukovac and Frank Antenori.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Scott tries for a takedown but River circles away easily#CL#
and River counters by moving into the clinch.
Scott jumps guard but River turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #TD#
River turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and River manages to end up in side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: River (4) vs (0) Scott
Scott regains half guard.
Scott keeping control of the position.
Scott trying to control here.
River definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Scott looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
River knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Scott on the ground.#T1#
Scott is looking for a sweep. River is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Scott is pressing down on River 's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
River pushes down on Scott's leg and manages to get into half guard.
River is taking a breather. Scott says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Scott is trying is best to control the position here. #SUB#
River is looking for a kimura but Scott is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for River to get the leverage. #T2#
Scott is pressing down on River 's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
River controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Scott controlling the position.#SUB2#
Scott is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! River rolls with it to try and escape but Scott cranks on the arm and River is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Montgomery Scott! |
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Event:
TWGC 40 (185lbs, D4): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Sep 02, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Blue River ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; FrankFurt Livingstone!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Frank Antenori and Don Winkell.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Livingstone tries to clinch but River moves out of range.
Livingstone tries to clinch there but River circles away.
Livingstone tries to close the distance and clinch up but River swats him away and circles back towards the center.
River changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Livingstone wants to clinch.
The fight stays on the outside here - Livingstone looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Livingstone moves in looking to clinch but River pushes him off.
River appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Livingstone wants to clinch up but River keeps it at a distance.#CL#
River closes the distance and pushes Livingstone back into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
River jumps guard.
River pulls Livingstone in close to prevent any damage.
Livingstone must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now River is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: River (2) vs (0) Livingstone
River is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T1#
Livingstone keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully.
River works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Livingstone is not content to let River control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
River works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: River (5) vs (0) Livingstone#SUB#
River tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
River wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Livingstone, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
River wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Livingstone, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
River is trying to get an arm triangle but Livingstone is defending well. #T2##SUB#
River working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Livingstone gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: River (7) vs (0) Livingstone#SUB#
River working for a guillotine from mount but Livingstone is in no mood to give up.
River content just to control the position here.
River can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Livingstone is looking to escape.
River controlling the position easily from mount.
River trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T3##SUB#
River looking for a guillotine from mount but Livingstone is having none of it.
River looking to control but Livingstone is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB#
River wants to finish this one by submission but Livingstone is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from River . #T4##SUB#
River looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #SUB#
River looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #SUB#
River wants to finish this one by submission but Livingstone is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from River .
River tries to control but Livingstone wriggling away.
River controlling his opponent.
Livingstone is squirming around, avoiding River 's attempts to control the action. #SUB#
Livingstone defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from River .
Livingstone keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#SUB#
River has hold of Livingstone's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Livingstone manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
River tries to control but Livingstone wriggling away. #T5##SUB#
River wants to finish this one by submission but Livingstone is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from River .
River trying to control but he's not successful this time.
River is really struggling to control Livingstone but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Livingstone really doesn't want to stay on the ground with River . If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
River working for a submission but Livingstone is keeping him at bay. #SUB#
River has control of Livingstone's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Livingstone regains control of the situation pretty easily.
#SUB#
River is working for a guillotine from mount but Livingstone frees his head quite easily.
#T6#
River looking to control and managing it successfully. #SUB#
River has hold of Livingstone's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Livingstone manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
River will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
River looking to secure an arm triangle but Livingstone defends it well.
River has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB#
River has hold of Livingstone's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Livingstone manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Livingstone is squirming around, avoiding River 's attempts to control the action.
Livingstone is wriggling around trying to escape.
River looking to control but Livingstone is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T7##SUB#
River looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
River looking to control but Livingstone is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Livingstone is looking to improve his position but River isn't that keen on the idea.
River trying to control but Livingstone is having none of it.
Livingstone is trying desperately to improve position.#SUB#
River jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Livingstone manages to avoid the submission attempt. #T8##SUB#
River tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Livingstone gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: River (9) vs (0) Livingstone#SUB#
River working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #SUB#
River working for a submission but Livingstone is keeping him at bay. #SUB#
River working for a guillotine from mount but Livingstone is in no mood to give up. #SUB#
River is working for a guillotine from mount but Livingstone frees his head quite easily.
#SUB#
River wants to finish this one by submission but Livingstone is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from River . #T9##SUB#
River is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Livingstone is surviving well by controlling River 's body position as best he can. #SUB#
River working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
River wants to control the pace but Livingstone is squirming around nicely. #SUB#
River is working for a guillotine from mount but Livingstone frees his head quite easily.
#SUB#
Livingstone defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from River .
River trying to control but Livingstone is having none of it. #T10##SUB#
River working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Livingstone is desperately trying to improve his position but River has a good base and remains in mount.
River trying to control but Livingstone is having none of it.
Livingstone working to try and regain half guard.
River controlling the position easily from mount.
River wants to control the pace but Livingstone is squirming around nicely. #SUB#
River with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Livingstone is squirming around, avoiding River 's attempts to control the action. #T11#
River is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Livingstone is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Livingstone is trying to escape the mount.
River looking to control but Livingstone is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB#
River wants to finish this one by submission but Livingstone is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from River . #SUB#
River working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Livingstone is trying to escape the mount.
#T12##SUB#
River with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Livingstone working to try and regain half guard.
River wants to control the pace but Livingstone is squirming around nicely. #SUB#
River working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #SUB#
River has control of Livingstone's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Livingstone regains control of the situation pretty easily.
River trying to control but Livingstone is having none of it. #T13##SUB#
River looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #SUB#
River jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Livingstone manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Livingstone is not content to let River control the position.
River taking a breather here. #SUB#
River wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Livingstone, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
River is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Livingstone is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T14##SUB#
River working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Livingstone is looking to reverse the position.
River is looking to take a break and control but Livingstone is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Livingstone is looking to reverse the position.
River controlling the position from side mount.
River moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: River (11) vs (0) Livingstone
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
River is working for a guillotine from mount but Livingstone frees his head quite easily.
#SUB#
River looking to secure an arm triangle but Livingstone defends it well.
And that's the end of the fight!
River takes the fight on points by 11 to 0. |
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Event:
RSE : Just Some Fights 6
Date: Aug 23, 2023 |
#R1#
Killer connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Killer drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
River catches Killer with a right, a left, a right. It's raining punches and Killer forgot an umbrella! Another punch and he's down. This one is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Blue River ! |
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Event:
RSE : Just Some Fights 4
Date: Jul 28, 2023 |
#R1#
Dahlgren with a hook.
Dahlgren swings and misses with a hook to the body.
River walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Dahlgren throws a right and a left that River avoids nicely.
River looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Dahlgren wants to clinch up but River keeps it at a distance.
Dahlgren tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but River paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Dahlgren misses with the combination.
Dahlgren misses with a shot to the body
letting River counter with a right hand.
Dahlgren tries to clinch up but River circles away and keeps his distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dahlgren swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A slow jab from River misses its intended target.
It looked like Dahlgren wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Dahlgren looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Dahlgren is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Dahlgren tries to clinch up but River circles away and keeps his distance.#T1#
Dahlgren tries to close the distance and clinch up but River swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A telegraphed right hand from Dahlgren misses the target.
River throws out a counter right but Dahlgren avoids it with no problem.
Dahlgren doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
River 's coach down at The Factory was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on River 's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Dahlgren avoids the body shot from River .
Dahlgren moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
River swings and misses with a hook to the body.
River staying out of range there.
Dahlgren is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Dahlgren shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. River eats them both and turns towards Dahlgren to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Dahlgren ducks under a wild hook from River .#T2#
Dahlgren tries to clinch but River is having none of it.
River uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dahlgren.
Dahlgren throws a jab when River was well out of range.
River misses with a looping right.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dahlgren displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as River throws out the jab.
Dahlgren appears to be looking for a big counter.
Dahlgren lands with a shot to the body.
Dahlgren tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but River paws at him with a jab and circles away.
River looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Dahlgren feints a jab promting River to slip. Dahlgren then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. River slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#ROC#River is rocked!
A big right from Dahlgren misses.
Dahlgren throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and River counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
River 's jab looks to have found its range, popping Dahlgren under the eye.
Dahlgren darts in trying to clinch#KD2#
and River counters with a nice right hand that sends Dahlgren toppling to the canvas! Dahlgren scrambles and gets back to his feet - can River finish him?!#ROC2#Dahlgren is rocked!#T3#
River looks to land a right hand but Dahlgren moved out of range.
Dahlgren swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by River .
Frank Dahlgren seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dahlgren ducks under a wild hook from River .
Dahlgren misses with the combination.
Dahlgren misses with a shot to the body
and River connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dahlgren tries to close the distance and clinch but River swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Dahlgren tries to close the distance and clinch but River swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Dahlgren swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
It seemed like River was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Dahlgren scores with a punch to the head.
Dahlgren looks to throw the jab but River is out of range.
A little jabbing left from River on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T4#
Dahlgren connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed River momentarily.
River is still on wobbly legs! Can Dahlgren finish him?#KD#
Dahlgren sends River crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Dahlgren is motioning to the referee to let River up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dahlgren misses with a right hand
letting River counter with a right hand.
River keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dahlgren.
Dahlgren with a hook.
River pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dahlgren listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Dahlgren.
River avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Dahlgren tries to close the distance and clinch but River swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Frank Dahlgren dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Dahlgren dances in with a quick combination. River is being worked over with jabs and crosses. Oooh, a right straight from Dahlgren snaps River 's head back. River stumbles backwards against the cage. Dahlgren steps forward and delivers a right cross that connects with River 's jaw, simultaneously knocking him out and sending his mouthpiece into the crowd! There's a worthy souvenir for the fans. This one is over folks. River just didn't come prepared.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Frank Dahlgren! |
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Event:
RSE 3: Deathless
Date: Jul 01, 2023 |
#R1#
Allan throws a series of punches but River moves out of range.
River 's coach down at The Factory was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on River 's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
River lands with a right hand.
Allan ducks under a wild hook from River .
Allan throws a body shot but no joy.
River appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Allan tests River 's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Allan misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
River doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Allan connects with the punch.
Allan throws a right and a left that both miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Allan doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Allan ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Allan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T1#
River moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Allan looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
It seemed like River was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Allan fails to land with a series of punches.
Allan connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Allan takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
River ducks right into an uppercut from Allan.
Allan scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #ROC#River is rocked!
Allan looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Allan throws a right and a left that River avoids nicely.
River now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
River is still on wobbly legs! Can Allan finish him?
Nice body punch from Allan.
River seems to have recovered his senses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
River takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#T2#
Allan scores with a jab to the jaw.
River gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A slow jab from River misses its intended target.
Allan seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Allan scores with a hook.
Allan lands a slapping body shot.
Allan lands a hook that stumbles River back into the cage. Allan follows up with a straight and another hook that land right on the button, dropping River to the canvas! Allan pounces and lands several unanswered shots - River has had enough and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Christian Allan! |
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Event:
TWGC 39 (170lbs, D4): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 2
Date: May 16, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Blue River ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Bo Brands!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Frank Antenori and Don Winkell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Brands manages to get an easy takedown there - catching River on his heels. He'll look to pass River 's guard now, I'm sure. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: River (0) vs (2) Brands
River has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Brands trying to control the position from guard on top but River is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
River controls Brands momentarily but Brands frees himself.
Brands wants to pass the guard but River is keeping the position.
River can't keep his opponent in guard - Brands advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
River wants to get back to full guard.
River on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if River tries to get out of the position.#SUB2#
Brands is trying for a kimura here. River looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Brands wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bo Brands!
A very excited looking Bo Brands 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. |
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Event:
TWGC 39 (170lbs, D4): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 1
Date: May 15, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Bold Man! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Blue River !
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Percy O'Donnell and Don Winkell.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Man gets a clinch.
Man fails to pull guard.
#TD2#
River decides to pull guard. #SUB2#
River escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Man gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Man avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Man wants to control from the top but River keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River keeping full guard, as Man tries to pass.
River has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at The Factory. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Man trying to control but River is working from the bottom. #T1#
Man engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Man trying to control the position from guard on top but River is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Man looking to pass the guard.
Man is working hard here to advance position.
Man trying to control the position from guard on top but River is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Man is really struggling to control River but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T2#
River is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
River is continuing to stall.
Man looking to sit in guard and control but River gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Man (0) vs (2) River
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
River wants to pass the guard but Man is keeping the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3##SUB2#
River 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.
River works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
River moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Man. Score +3 for passing guard: Man (0) vs (5) River
Man can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB2#
River tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T4##SUB2#
River tries for a kimura but Man is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Man is not content to let River control the position. #SUB2#
River looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Man is looking to reverse the position.#T5#
Man sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Man on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Man tries to get out of the position.
River works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Man (0) vs (8) River #SUB2#
River with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Man really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#SUB2#
River looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #T6##SUB2#
River looking for a guillotine from mount but Man is having none of it.
Man tries to hold on but River pushes him away.
River prevents Man from getting the reversal.
Man tries to hold on but River pushes him away.
Man is squirming around, avoiding River 's attempts to control the action.
Man is desperately trying to improve his position but River has a good base and remains in mount.#T7##SUB2#
River is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Man has managed to escape the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
River looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#SUB2#
River is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Man to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Man shrugs it off. #T8#
Man tries to lock up and control but River gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB2#
River working for a guillotine from mount but Man is in no mood to give up. #SUB2#
River is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Man has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Man manages to control the position for a moment.#SUB2#
River looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #T9#
Man is looking to improve his position but River isn't that keen on the idea.#SUB2#
River has control of Man's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Man regains control of the situation pretty easily.
River trying to control but Man is having none of it. #SUB2#
River working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #T10#
Man regains half guard.
River stalling.
River works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Man (0) vs (11) River #SUB2#
River is trying to get an arm triangle but Man is defending well. #T11##SUB2#
River has hold of Man's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Man seems comfortable defending it but River has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Man is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Man is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but River couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Blue River ! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 11, 2023 |
#R1#
Ciseaux pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A counter left hand to the body from River misses its target.
Ciseaux throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
River throwing a counter right hand but Ciseaux manages to avoid it.
Ciseaux throws a jab when River was well out of range.
River is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ciseaux. River does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ciseaux fails to land with a series of punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from River finds it's way through Ciseaux's defenses.
Ciseaux falls off balance throwing a combination
and River counters with a left to the body. #T1#
Ciseaux swings widly with a right hand
and River counters with an inside leg kick.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Ciseaux shoots in for a takedown but River shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Ciseaux throws a right hand that misses
and River counters with a straight right hand.
Blue River is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ciseaux avoids the body shot from River .
Ciseaux is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Ciseaux tries to clinch but River moves away
and Ciseaux takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
River moves out of range of the body kick.
River pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T2#
Ciseaux blocks a jab.
Ciseaux tries to clinch but River is having none of it.
It looked like River wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ciseaux shoots for a double leg takedown but River sprawls well. He's pushed Ciseaux's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
River lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Ciseaux misses with a body kick.
River moves out of range of the body kick from Ciseaux.
Ciseaux misses with a hook. River ducked under it nicely.
River throws out a loose jab but Ciseaux uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
Ciseaux throws a body kick that misses.
River swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ciseaux feints the counter takedown.
River definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Ciseaux throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ciseaux swings widly with a right hand
and River counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
River throws a body punch but Ciseaux moves out of range.
River moves into range and connects with a jab. #T4#
Ciseaux swings for the body but River moves out of range.
Ciseaux just misses with a punch to the body.
Ciseaux misses with a looping right.
Ciseaux misses with a jab to the body
and River connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A big left from Ciseaux misses.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
River feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Ciseauxs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#ROC#Ciseaux is rocked!
A slow jab from Ciseaux misses its intended target.
A counter left hand to the body from River misses its target.
A swing and a miss from River .
And Ciseaux tries to counter it with a takedown but River pushes his down on his head and steps out.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Blue River dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Ciseaux ducks down and throws a hook to the body but River moves away.
Ciseaux swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ciseaux misses with a right hand
and River counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ciseaux is still on wobbly legs! Can River finish him?
River uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ciseaux.
River appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
River lands with a good body shot.
Ciseaux seems to have recovered his senses.
Ciseaux throws a right hand that misses
and River counters with a right hand to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ciseaux gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! River gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Ciseaux is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Blue River ! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 06, 2023 |
#R1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Petrovic or perhaps it was just good defense by River , which made it look bad.
Petrovic shoots in but River avoids the takedown attempt easily.
River looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Petrovic tries a head kick but it misses.
River pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
River throws a jab when Petrovic was well out of range.
Petrovic shoots in for a takedown but River shows good takedown defense.
Blue River has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Patrik Petrovic.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Petrovic was well out of range. Poor timing from River .
River comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
River takes a swing at Petrovic's ribcage but misses.
Patrik Petrovic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Petrovic avoids the body shot from River .
Petrovic takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Petrovic stuffs the takedown.
Petrovic lands a jab to the head.
River looks to score with a jab to the body but Petrovic is just out of range.
Petrovic fails in his attempt to clinch.
Petrovic throws a head kick but River moves out of range.
River swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Petrovic moves out of range of the strikes.
Petrovic fails in his attempt to clinch.
A counter left hand to the body from River misses its target.#T2##CL2#
Petrovic clinches up with River and pushes him back against the cage.
Petrovic misses with a short punch on the inside.
Petrovic tries to pull guard but River forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Petrovic tries to pull guard but River forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#BC#
River 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Petrovic fails with an attempt to clinch.
Petrovic with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Danga de danga de dang - Petrovic scores with a four punch combination!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
River drops his hands momentarily and Petrovic takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Petrovic is trying hard to land a takedown here. River sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
River has been working on his balance at The Factory, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Petrovic.#T3#
Petrovic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
River is looking to counter punch.
Petrovic fails to land the takedown.
River throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Petrovic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Petrovic fails with an attempt to clinch.
Petrovic fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
River looks to land a right hand but Petrovic moved out of range.
Petrovic shoots in for a double leg but River sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Petrovic looks winded!
Petrovic throws a nice looking combination but River bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Petrovic throws a head kick that misses.
River was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T4#
Petrovic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Petrovic misses with an attempted mid kick.
River moves out of range of the body kick.
River swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
River throws a hook but Petrovic avoids it easily.
Petrovic throws a head kick that misses.
River was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Petrovic shoots for a double leg takedown but River sprawls well. He's pushed Petrovic's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
River quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
River displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Petrovic.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
River with a nice cross.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Blue River dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
River loads up on a big right hand but Petrovic slips the punch.
Petrovic shoots in looking for a takedown but River manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Petrovic's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Petrovic fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but River avoids it really well and circles away.
A quick step to the side and River tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Petrovic moves away from the strike by River .
Petrovic works over River 's head and body with a nice combination.
Patrik Petrovic is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petrovic closes the distance but River moves to the side
and River counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT#It looks like Patrik Petrovic has been cut.
River misses with a hook. Petrovic ducked under it nicely. #T1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Petrovic or perhaps it was just good defense by River , which made it look bad.
Blue River has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Patrik Petrovic.
Petrovic tries to clinch up#KD#
and River counters with a nice right hand that sends Petrovic toppling to the canvas! Petrovic scrambles and gets back to his feet - can River finish him?!#ROC#Petrovic is rocked!
Petrovic with a poor takedown
and River counters with a right hand from hell and Petrovic is out cold! A vicious knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Blue River ! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 19, 2023 |
#R1#
Knight misses with a few strikes there.
Knight keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from River .
River takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Knight lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
#KD2#
Knight lands a left and a right that send River crashing to the mat, dazed. Knight thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#River is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Knight measures up his opponent and throws a superman punch that connects to the jaw! Down goes River ! The ref steps in, and that's the ball game folks!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Blake Knight! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 15, 2023 |
#R1#
Van Der Livery throws a nice looking combination but River bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Van Der Livery connects with a body shot.
Ford Van Der Livery seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Van Der Livery paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Good exchange - Van Der Livery coming out on top.
Van Der Livery connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Good exchange - Van Der Livery coming out on top.#ROC2#River is rocked!
River gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Oh River is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
River takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
River is holding his hands too far apart here. Van Der Livery throws a hard, straight punch right down the pipe and BOOM! River is out! That punch landed square on the jaw - what a shot!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ford Van Der Livery!
A victorious Ford Van Der Livery thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 09, 2023 |
#R1#
River just misses with a punch to the body.
Chelski dives in and grabs River 's left leg, looking for a takedown. River pushes down on Chelski's head and hops out.
River was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
River displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Chelski.
Chelski fails with a takedown attempt.
River is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Blue River has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Victor Chelski.
Chelski looks to clinch
enabling River to counter with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River throws a lazy right hand but Chelski sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Chelski misses with a takedown attempt
and River counters with a straight right hand.
Chelski gets off balance looking for a body kick
and River counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Chelski tries to clinch up.#T1#
Chelski tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but River swivels and escapes.
Chelski tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Chelski takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Chelski walks into a jab.
River swats away the attempt to clinch by Chelski.
River is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#KD#
River feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Chelski sprawling to the canvas! Chelski rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can River finish him?!
#ROC#Chelski is rocked!
Chelski gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #KD#
and River counters with a nice right hand that sends Chelski toppling to the canvas! Chelski scrambles and gets back to his feet - can River finish him?!
Chelski is still on wobbly legs! Can River finish him?#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
River circles away from the clinch attempt.
River was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Chelski seems to have recovered his senses.
Chelski tries a head kick but it misses.
River throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
River is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Chelski shoots and misses
and River counters with a left to the body.
Chelski looks winded!
Chelski fails with the takedown
and River counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
River lands a nice shot that snaps Chelski's head back.
Blue River is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Chelski moves away.
Chelski moves out of range as River strikes.
Chelski throws out a counter right but River avoids it with no problem.#T3#
Nice shot lands for River .
Chelski shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. River defends it nicely.
It looked like River was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Chelski.
River misses the shot to the body.
Chelski counters with a body kick.
Chelski ducks under a wild hook from River .
River misses with a head kick.
Donk. River catches Chelski right on the button with a cross.
Victor Chelski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
River throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Chelski sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T4#
Chelski shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says River as he avoids it easily.
Chelski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by River .
Chelski throws a series of punches but River moves out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from River misses its target.
River just misses with a punch to the body.
Chelski shoots in for a double leg but River sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
River throws a body punch but Chelski moves out of range.
Chelski slips a jab from River .
Chelski shoots in for a takedown but River shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
A little feinted left hand from River on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Chelski moves away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Blue River 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#
Chelski tries to clinch but River moves away
enabling River to counter with a crisp jab.
River gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Chelski.
River stuffs the takedown.
River is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Chelski has his takedown stuffed
and River counters with a stiff right hand.
Chelski tries to clinch but River is having none of it.
A quick step to the side and River tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Chelski misses with a wild combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Chelski manages to avoid it.
River seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Blue River is winning the standup battle so far.
Chelski is breathing heavily.
River misses with a shot to the body
and Chelski counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T1#
Chelski lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but River circles away quickly and effectively.
River throwing a counter right hand but Chelski manages to avoid it.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Chelski might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, River has got the better of the exchanges.
Chelski shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as River sprawls well. River wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Chelski gets slowly back to his feet.
Blue River has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Victor Chelski.
Chelski bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Chelski shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and River connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT#It looks like Victor Chelski has been cut.#T2#
Chelski leaves his chin hanging out and River seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Chelski crumbles to the floor in a heap, and the referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:12 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Blue River ! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 31, 2023 |
#R1#
Beckham walks into a straight right hand from River .
River avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#CL2#
Beckham drives through and clinches with River against the cage.
#BC#
River breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
River leaves Beckham with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Fartus Beckham seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Beckham fails with an attempt to clinch.
Beckham tries a head kick but it misses.
River is looking to counter punch.
Beckham pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Beckham tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beckham throws a low kick but River moves out of range easily.
Beckham wants to clinch up but River keeps it at a distance.
Beckham is looking to clinch but River is avoiding it.
A counter left hand to the body from River misses its target.
Beckham is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
River throwing a counter right hand but Beckham manages to avoid it.#T1#
Beckham tries to close the distance and clinch up but River swats him away and circles back towards the center.
River is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Beckham tries to clinch but River moves away
enabling River to counter with a crisp jab.
Blue River is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Beckham tries to clinch but River moves out of range.
River throwing a counter right hand but Beckham manages to avoid it.
A big right from Beckham misses.
A slapping leg kick lands for Beckham.
Beckham throws a nice looking combination but River bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Beckham misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
River was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Beckham looks winded!
Beckham throws a series of punches but River moves out of range.
Beckham is looking to clinch.
A left and a right from River both land. Nice combination.
Beckham takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Beckham on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Beckham moves to clinch but River breaks away
and River connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2##KD#
River lands a big right hand that sends Beckham crashing to the mat! River stays standing though and waves Beckham back to his feet!#ROC#Beckham is rocked!
River throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Beckham is still on wobbly legs! Can River finish him?
Beckham throws a sloppy head kick
and River counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Beckham walks right into a perfectly timed right hook and goes down hard! He's out cold! The ref cradles Beckham limp body while River jumps on to the cage and waves to the roaring crowd. Wow that was just a brutal knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Blue River ! |
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