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Event:
SSG 408 Maximus vs Banner
Date: Mar 30, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 48 wins and 27 losses; Dani Gerbandi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 30 losses; Milton Viera!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Edson Gomes and Luis Engracia.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Gerbandi shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Viera pinned against the cage. Viera gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #CL#
Gerbandi rushes Viera and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Viera has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Gerbandi clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Gerbandi (0) vs (4) Viera
Viera tries to keep control of the position but Gerbandi is staying busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Viera is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Gerbandi tries to escape the position.
Gerbandi looking very determined here, making life difficult for Viera.
Gerbandi can't escape the position.
#T1#
Gerbandi rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Viera is keen to just control but Gerbandi is a slippery customer.
Viera is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Gerbandi wants to improve his position but Viera is controlling well.
Viera looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Gerbandi wants to control but Viera is keeping busy.
#SUB#
Gerbandi looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Gerbandi is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Viera pulls his head out easily.
Viera is thwarting Gerbandi's attempts to control the position.#T2#
Viera content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Viera trying to control from Gerbandi's half guard. Gerbandi has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Viera trying to control but Gerbandi is working from the bottom.
Viera pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gerbandi is keeping the position for now.
Viera wants to control from the top but Gerbandi keeps moving. #T3#
Viera pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gerbandi is keeping the position for now.
Gerbandi has his hands on Viera's head, controlling the position. #SUB#
Gerbandi looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Gerbandi 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.
Viera trying to control the position from guard on top but Gerbandi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Gerbandi is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Viera defends well.#T4#
Viera wants to control from the top but Gerbandi keeps moving.
Gerbandi looking for a sweep. Not yet Gerbandi, not yet.
Viera pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gerbandi is keeping the position for now.
Gerbandi is adopting a defensive guard.
Gerbandi keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Viera looking to sit in guard and control but Gerbandi gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gerbandi (2) vs (4) Viera
Viera is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T5#
Gerbandi passes into half guard. #SUB#
Gerbandi is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Viera has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Gerbandi is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Gerbandi wants to take a breather but Viera is having none of it.
Gerbandi looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Viera wants to get back to full guard.#T6##SUB#
Gerbandi wants to work for an arm triangle but Viera is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Gerbandi tries to pass to full mount but Viera defends it.
Viera is positioning himself well to prevent Gerbandi advancing to mount.
Gerbandi looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Viera tries to get to full guard but Gerbandi has control of the leg. #SUB#
Gerbandi is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Viera defends it well.
Viera moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T7#
Gerbandi stopping the sweep attempt from Viera.
Gerbandi wants to control from the top but Viera keeps moving.
Viera can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Gerbandi controls the pace.
Gerbandi has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SUB2#
Viera is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T8##SUB2#
Viera looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Gerbandi is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Gerbandi stopping the sweep attempt from Viera.
Gerbandi wants to control from the top but Viera keeps moving.
Gerbandi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Viera is keeping the position for now. #T9#
Gerbandi passes into half guard.
Viera trying to control but Gerbandi postures up.
Viera is trying to get back to full guard.
Gerbandi controlling the pace.
Gerbandi is thwarting Viera's attempts to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gerbandi wants to take a breather but Viera is having none of it. #T10#
Viera is trying to control but Gerbandi manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Gerbandi (5) vs (4) Viera
Gerbandi tries to control but Viera wriggling away.
Viera wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Gerbandi (8) vs (4) Viera
Viera is in bad spot here.
Will Gerbandi go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Viera tries to break free.
#SUB#
Gerbandi is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Viera is defending well though. Gerbandi let's go of the attempt for now.#SUB#
Gerbandi is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Viera defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #T11#
Gerbandi keeps control of the position as Viera tries to break free.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Viera staying busy and making it hard for Gerbandi to control. #SUB#
Gerbandi is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Viera defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Viera is trying to break free.
#T12#
Gerbandi is controlling the position but Viera somehow manages to roll and ends up with half guard.
Gerbandi content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Viera wants to control but Gerbandi is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Viera looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Gerbandi content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB#
Gerbandi wants to work for an arm triangle but Viera is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T13#
Gerbandi is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Gerbandi seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Viera does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Viera wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Viera is defending against the submission attempts here by Gerbandi.
Viera wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Gerbandi is trying to work for a kimura but Viera is defending well.
Viera is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T14#
Viera moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Viera throws his legs up looking for a submission but Gerbandi uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Gerbandi (11) vs (4) Viera
Viera manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Gerbandi wants to take a breather but Viera is having none of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Viera gets full guard.
Gerbandi trying to control but Viera is working from the bottom.
Viera working a defensive guard here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gerbandi takes the fight on points by 11 to 4.
A victorious Dani Gerbandi 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:
SSG 405 Maximus vs Borgia
Date: Mar 16, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 29 losses; Milton Viera! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 10 losses; John Snake!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Trevor Gratis and Robert Douchet.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Viera tries to clinch there but Snake circles away.
Viera shoots in looking for a takedown. Snake tries to sprawl out of it but Viera keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Snake manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #CL2#
Snake has managed to clinch.
Viera gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Snake.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Viera pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB#
Viera looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T1##SUB#
Viera is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Viera not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Snake preventing the sweep.
Viera not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Viera looking to control but Snake passes into half guard.
Viera is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Snake's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Snake's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Viera (4) vs (0) Snake#SUB#
Snake is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Viera gets his way!
#T2##SUB#
Snake showing good submission defense here.
#SUB#
Viera is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Snake has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Viera is looking to control Snake but Snake is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Snake tries to break free.
#SUB#
Snake is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
#SUB#
Snake preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Viera. #T3#
Snake turns into Viera and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (4) vs (2) Snake
Snake stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Viera swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Viera is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
Viera is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Snake wants to control from the top but Viera keeps moving. #T4#
Viera trying to keep a closed guard but Snake is proving a slippery customer.
Viera wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Viera working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Snake has passed into half guard!
Viera works his way to full guard. Good work.
Viera keeping full guard, as Snake tries to pass. #SUB2#
Snake drops back, looking for a kneebar! Viera looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Viera looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Viera! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Viera (8) vs (2) Snake
Snake is looking to regain half guard here but Viera keeps moving and retains side control. #T5#
Viera trying to control the action but Snake is working from the bottom.
Snake is looking for a sweep.
Viera is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Snake's shoulder. That is not cool. #T6#
Snake tries to buck Viera off but Viera is having none of it.
Snake is trying to control Viera's posture but Viera avoids it.
Snake is not content to let Viera control the position.
Snake manages to get back to half guard.
Snake controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #SUB#
Viera 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#
Viera is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Snake sees it coming and defends easily.#T7#
Viera seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Snake does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Snake is defending against the submission attempts here by Viera.
Snake is staying active underneath Viera, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Snake is trying to get back to full guard.#T8##SUB#
Viera is trying a forearm choke� I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Snake is trying to control but can't.
Viera wants to control but Snake is keeping him busy.
The fighters are battling for position here. Snake manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Viera trying to control the position from guard on top but Snake is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Snake has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Viera can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T9##SUB2#
Snake had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Viera defends it easily.#SUB2#
Snake is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Viera stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Snake swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Viera wants to control from the top but Snake keeps moving. #SUB2#
Snake has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Viera doesn't defend quickly enough and Snake has managed to lock this one up! Can Viera escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Snake on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). John Snake! |
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Event:
SSG 400 Chai vs Itinya
Date: Mar 02, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 28 losses; Milton Viera! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 24 losses; Luis Marrero!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Paulo Santos and Felipe Paraventi.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Viera tries to sprawl but Marrero drives through with a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Viera (0) vs (2) Marrero
Marrero wants to pass to mount but Viera is defending the position.
Marrero wants to control but Viera is keeping him busy.
Viera tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Marrero has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (0) vs (5) Marrero
Marrero wants to control the pace but Viera is squirming around nicely.
Viera is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marrero content just to control the position here.
Marrero tries to control but Viera wriggling away. #T1#
Viera keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Viera slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Marrero is trying to control the action in half guard but Viera is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Viera is looking for a sweep. Marrero is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Viera has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Marrero is working away from the top position though.
Marrero is looking to take a break and control but Viera is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Viera is trying to control but Marrero passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (0) vs (8) Marrero#T2#
Viera seems a little lost for a moment, as Marrero dominates the positioning.
Viera is trying to control Marrero's posture but Marrero avoids it.
Marrero tries to move to mount but Viera blocks the move with his legs.
Viera tries to bench press Marrero off him but Marrero keeps the position.
Marrero tries to advance to mount but Viera denies him.
Marrero working away.#SUB2#
Marrero goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Viera has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Marrero but great work by Viera. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Viera (4) vs (8) Marrero#SUB#
Viera is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Marrero has escaped the position, nice work there.
Viera trying to control the position but Marrero is working away. #T3##SUB#
Viera is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Marrero is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Marrero sneaks back into half guard.#SUB#
Viera is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Marrero defends it well. #SUB#
Viera is trying to work for a kimura but Marrero is defending well.
Marrero is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Viera tries to pass the half guard into mount. Marrero knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T4#
Marrero gets back to full guard.
Viera looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Marrero working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Viera doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Viera manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Marrero trying to control the position.
Viera trying to control the position from guard on top but Marrero is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Marrero trying to control the position.
#T5#
Marrero has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Viera wants to control from the top but Marrero keeps moving.
Marrero controlling Viera's posture. #SUB2#
Viera lying in Marrero's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Marrero decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! Viera taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Luis Marrero!
Luis Marrero thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SSG 396 Hunt vs STSChai
Date: Feb 16, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 17 losses; Holy Moly! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 27 losses; Milton Viera!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Emerson Jorge and Luis Engracia.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD2#
Viera ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Viera no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Viera looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Moly passes into half guard.
Viera wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Viera is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Moly pulls his head out easily.
Still in half guard, Moly seems content to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Viera moves into full guard.
Viera trying to keep a closed guard but Moly is proving a slippery customer.
#T1##SUB2#
Moly got a little sloppy there for a moment and Viera has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Moly has managed to get both his arms back between Viera's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Viera is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Viera working a defensive guard but Moly passes into half guard.
#SUB2#
Viera looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Moly wants to pass to mount but Viera is defending the position.
Viera trying to control from the bottom.
#T2#
Moly keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Viera is controlling Moly's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Viera gets full guard.
Moly 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. #SUB2#
Viera looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Viera is looking for a triangle here but Moly uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Moly (3) vs (0) Viera#T3#
Viera gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB#
Moly is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Viera defends it well.
Viera wants to control but Moly passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Moly (6) vs (0) Viera#SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Moly tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Moly has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Viera is trying to improve his position.#T4#
Viera gets back to half guard.
Viera is looking for a sweep. Moly is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Moly wants to take a breather but Viera is having none of it.
Viera wants to get back to full guard.
Viera makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Viera.
Moly showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T5#
Viera looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Moly puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Moly wants to pass to mount but Viera is defending the position.
Viera desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Moly is trying to control. Viera wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Moly is pressing down on Viera's thigh, looking to free his foot. Viera is holding on for now. #T6#
Viera is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Moly's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Moly's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Moly (6) vs (4) Viera#SUB2#
Moly defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Viera's arms.
Good control from Viera.
Viera is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB2#
Viera is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Moly defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #SUB2#
Moly defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
#SUB2#
Viera looking for the RNC. #T7#
Moly rolls, trying to escape but Viera keeps control of the position.
#SUB2#
Viera working for a choke but Moly is defending well. #SUB2#
Moly fending off the submission attempt from Viera.
I really don't envy Moly right now.
#SUB2#
Moly is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Viera gets his way!
#T8##SUB2#
Viera patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Moly tries to escape but Viera has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Moly just trying to survive but Viera is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Viera is trying to control but Moly is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
Viera looking to control and managing it successfully.
Viera wants to take Moly's back but he can't do it this time.
Viera tries to take Moly's back but instead Moly uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Viera wants to take a breather but Moly is having none of it. #T9#
Viera trying to control from Moly's half guard. Moly has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Viera pushes down on Moly's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Moly wants to get back to full guard.
Viera moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Moly (6) vs (7) Viera#SUB2#
Viera is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Moly knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Viera wants to take a breather but Moly manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Viera. #T10#
Viera forces his way into half guard.
Moly is not content to let Viera control the position.#SUB2#
Viera is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Viera is looking for a kimura but Moly is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Viera to get the leverage. #T11#
Viera is looking to advance position but Moly won't allow it.
Viera is just content to waste time from the top position. Moly takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Viera trying to control but Moly is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Moly working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Viera doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Moly is tightening it up a little... Viera has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Viera reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Viera taps out! Nice BJJ there by Moly!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Holy Moly!
A relieved looking Holy Moly thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
SSG 393 Helvig vs Feet
Date: Feb 02, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 26 losses; Milton Viera! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 7 losses; Rafael Ribeiro!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Robert Douchet and Trevor Gratis.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Viera moves into the clinch successfully.
#TD#
Viera jumps guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Viera is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Ribeiro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Viera swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Viera looking for a guillotine here but Ribeiro defends easily.
Ribeiro trying to control the position from guard on top but Viera is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Ribeiro avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ribeiro pushes down on Viera's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T1#
Ribeiro is keen to just control but Viera is a slippery customer.
Viera is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ribeiro controlling the action here.
Ribeiro looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Ribeiro is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T2##SUB#
Viera actively working from the bottom here.
Ribeiro tries to pass to full mount but Viera defends it.
Ribeiro is trying to control the action in half guard but Viera is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Ribeiro is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Viera trying to control here.
Viera manages to get to full guard.
Ribeiro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Viera swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3##SUB#
Ribeiro got a little sloppy there for a moment and Viera has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ribeiro has managed to get both his arms back between Viera's legs - danger averted.
Viera controls Ribeiro momentarily but Ribeiro frees himself.
Viera really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#SUB#
Viera looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Ribeiro slips nicely into half guard.
Ribeiro wants to control but Viera is keeping him busy.
Ribeiro content to control rather than advance. #T4#
Viera is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ribeiro's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ribeiro's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Viera (4) vs (0) Ribeiro
Ribeiro rolls, trying to escape but Viera keeps control of the position.
Ribeiro tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Ribeiro tries to hold on but Viera pushes him away.
Viera trying to control but Ribeiro is having none of it.
Ribeiro tries to reverse the position but Viera maintains control.
Ribeiro tries to lock up and control but Viera gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Viera looking to control but Ribeiro is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Viera prevents Ribeiro from getting the reversal.#T5#
Ribeiro is squirming around, avoiding Viera's attempts to control the action.
Ribeiro is in all sorts of trouble here.
Viera looking to control but Ribeiro is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Ribeiro tries to lock up and control but Viera gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Ribeiro is working to get back to half guard.
#T6#
Viera looking to control but Ribeiro is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Ribeiro is trying to escape the mount.
#SUB#
Viera goes for an armbar but Ribeiro turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Ribeiro. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (4) vs (2) Ribeiro
Viera keeping moving, preventing Ribeiro from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Viera has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ribeiro can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T7#
Ribeiro sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Viera's guard.
Viera desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Viera wants to get back to full guard but Ribeiro has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (4) vs (5) Ribeiro
Viera is working to get back to half guard.
Ribeiro pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
#SUB2#
Ribeiro jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle�. Ooooh, that looks tight� Viera is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Viera and Ribeiro has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
#T8#
Ribeiro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Viera keeps working.
Viera struggling a bit here.
Ribeiro controls the position.
Viera is trying to get back to half guard.
Ribeiro tries to advance to mount but Viera denies him. #T9#
Viera gets back to half guard.
Ribeiro is looking to take a break and control but Viera is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ribeiro wants to free his trapped foot but Viera is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ribeiro wants to take a breather but Viera is having none of it.
Viera manages to get to full guard.
Ribeiro trying to control but Viera is working from the bottom. #T10#
Ribeiro tries to free his leg and advance position but Viera is retaining full guard.
Viera trying to control the position.
Ribeiro looking to pass the guard.
Viera is trying to keep Ribeiro in close.
Ribeiro works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Ribeiro frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (4) vs (8) Ribeiro
Viera can't escape the position.
#T11#
Viera is working hard here to advance position.
Ribeiro avoids the attempt from Viera to control.#SUB2#
Ribeiro working for a guillotine from mount but Viera is in no mood to give up.
Ribeiro tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #SUB2#
Ribeiro is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Viera to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Viera shrugs it off.
Viera tries to hold on but Ribeiro pushes him away.
Ribeiro prevents Viera from getting the reversal.
Ribeiro controlling his opponent. #T12#
Viera is desperately trying to improve his position but Ribeiro has a good base and remains in mount.
Ribeiro tries to control but Viera wriggling away.
Ribeiro pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Viera tries to hold on but Ribeiro postures up.
Viera working to try and regain half guard.
#T13##SUB2#
Ribeiro working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Viera wants to control but Ribeiro is having none of it.
Ribeiro prevents Viera from getting the reversal.
Viera wants to hold on but Ribeiro pushes him away.
Viera regains half guard.
Ribeiro is pressing down on Viera's thigh, looking to free his foot. Viera is holding on for now.
Ribeiro trying to control from half guard but Viera is working away.
Ribeiro prevents Viera from improving his position.#T14##SUB2#
Ribeiro is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Viera is just riding it out for now. Ribeiro eventually gives up the hold.
Viera is refusing to be controlled, as Ribeiro sits in half guard.
Viera makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Viera.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ribeiro looking to sit in guard and control but Viera gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (6) vs (8) Ribeiro
Ribeiro keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ribeiro wins on points by 8 to 6.
A relieved looking Rafael Ribeiro thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
SSG 388 Feet vs Chai
Date: Jan 19, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 11 losses; Fabio Vieira! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 25 losses; Milton Viera!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Daniel Cesar and Paulo Santos.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Horrible takedown attempt by Vieira or perhaps it was just good defense by Viera, which made it look bad. #CL2#
Viera rushes Vieira and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Viera has picked Vieira up - he's going for a ride! Viera dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Vieira (0) vs (2) Viera
Vieira is trying to get back to full guard.
Viera tries to pass to full mount but Vieira defends it.
Viera is thwarting Vieira's attempts to control the position.
Viera trying to control the action but Vieira is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vieira is pressing down on Viera's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Vieira wants to sweep here but Viera controlling him for the moment.
Viera is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Viera engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T1##SUB#
Vieira working for a triangle but Viera defends it easily.
Viera is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Viera trying to move into half guard but instead Vieira has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vieira (2) vs (2) Viera
Vieira advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Vieira (5) vs (2) Viera
Viera is looking to regain half guard here but Vieira keeps moving and retains side control.
Vieira has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Viera! Score +2 for reaching mount: Vieira (7) vs (2) Viera#T2#
Vieira trying to control but he's not successful this time.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Viera is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Vieira wants to take Viera's back but he can't do it this time.
Viera is just holding on here. Vieira manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Vieira (10) vs (2) Viera
Vieira is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #T3#
Vieira controlling well, preventing Viera from escaping the position.
#SUB#
Viera defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Viera wants to escape the position.
#SUB#
Vieira has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB#
Vieira looking to finish the fight with a rear naked choke. Viera is controlling Vieira 's left arm and he spins nicely into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vieira (10) vs (4) Viera
Viera wants to control from the top but Vieira keeps moving. #T4#
Viera content to stall in guard here.
Viera passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Viera is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Vieira doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Viera.
Viera prevents Vieira from improving his position.#T5#
Vieira wants to get back to full guard but Viera has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Vieira (10) vs (7) Viera#SUB2#
Viera is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Vieira knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vieira is trying to get back to half guard.
Vieira struggling a bit here.
Vieira is not content to let Viera control the position. #T6##SUB2#
Viera looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Vieira is not content to let Viera control the position.
Viera working away.
Viera trying to control the position but Vieira is working away.
Vieira is trying to control Viera's posture but Viera avoids it. #T7#
The referee asks Viera politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Viera prefers to stall for the moment though.#SUB2#
Viera is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Vieira knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Viera thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Vieira gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB2#
Viera is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Viera seems to be looking for submissions.
#T8#
Vieira wants to improve his position but Viera is controlling well.
Viera is looking to advance position but Vieira won't allow it.
Viera prevents Vieira from improving his position.
Vieira moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Viera thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Viera looking to pass the guard.
Viera keeps trying to improve his position.#T9#
Viera passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Vieira (10) vs (10) Viera
Vieira is trying to control Viera's posture but Viera avoids it. #SUB2#
Viera is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Vieira knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Viera tries for a kimura but Vieira is defending well.
Vieira is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T10##SUB#
Vieira looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Viera is looking for a kimura but Vieira is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Viera to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Viera is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Vieira defends it well. #SUB2#
Viera is working for a kimura but Vieira is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Vieira looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Viera prevents Vieira from improving his position.#T11#
Vieira is not content to let Viera control the position.#SUB2#
Viera is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Viera is taking a breather. Vieira 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.
Viera trying to control from half guard but Vieira is working away.
Vieira is looking to improve his position.
Vieira is trying to control but can't.
Viera trying to control the action but Vieira is working from the bottom. #T12#
Vieira trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Vieira (10) vs (13) Viera
Vieira tries to hold on but Viera postures up.
Viera trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB2#
Viera wants to finish this one by submission but Vieira is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Viera. #SUB2#
Viera is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Vieira has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Vieira! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vieira (12) vs (13) Viera
Viera is trying to control the position but Vieira postures up. #SUB2#
Viera working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Vieira doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Vieira manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T13#
Viera lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vieira (12) vs (15) Viera
Vieira looking to hit a scissor sweep but Viera is one step ahead there.
Viera wants to pass the guard but Vieira is keeping the position.#SUB#
Vieira has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Viera doesn't defend quickly enough and Vieira has managed to lock this one up! Can Viera escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Vieira on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 13:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Fabio Vieira!
During a confident post fight interview, Fabio Vieira thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SSG 384 Macker vs Helvig
Date: Jan 05, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 42 wins and 27 losses; Dani Gerbandi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 24 losses; Milton Viera!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Matheus Silva and Edson Gomes.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Viera tries to clinch but Gerbandi moves out of range. #CL#
Gerbandi clinches up against the cage.#TD#
Gerbandi drags the fight down to the ground.
Viera is fighting to break Gerbandi's control of his arms but Gerbandi is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Viera stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gerbandi swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gerbandi wants to sweep here but Viera controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Viera drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Viera jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Viera preventing the sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Viera drops back, looking for a kneebar! Gerbandi looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Gerbandi looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Gerbandi! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Gerbandi (4) vs (0) Viera
Gerbandi controls the position from side control.#T1#
Gerbandi's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Viera struggling a bit here.
Viera is trying to get back to half guard.#T2#
Gerbandi working away.
Viera is trying to get back to half guard.
Gerbandi is looking to take a break and control but Viera is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Viera tries to bench press Gerbandi off him but Gerbandi keeps the position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Gerbandi controlling the position.
Gerbandi wants to control but Viera is keeping him busy.
A lull in the action here.#T3##SUB#
Gerbandi is trying to get an arm triangle but Viera is defending well. #SUB#
Gerbandi is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Viera has escaped the position, nice work there.
Viera is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Gerbandi is looking to take a break and control but Viera is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
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. #SUB#
Gerbandi tries for a kimura but Viera is defending well. #SUB#
Gerbandi tries for a kimura but Viera is defending well.
Gerbandi taking a breather here. #T5#
Gerbandi trying to control the position but Viera is working away.
Viera is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Gerbandi prevents Viera from improving his position.#T6#
Gerbandi trying to control from half guard but Viera is working away.
Viera moves into full guard.
Viera working a defensive guard here.
Gerbandi is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Viera keeping full guard, as Gerbandi tries to pass. #T7#
Viera controls Gerbandi momentarily but Gerbandi frees himself.
Gerbandi trying to control the position from guard on top but Viera is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Viera isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Gerbandi stacks Viera 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 Gerbandi! Score +3 for passing guard: Gerbandi (7) vs (0) Viera
Viera is trying to escape the position but Gerbandi is controlling the position.
Gerbandi is looking to take a break and control but Viera is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T8##SUB#
Gerbandi is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Viera is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Viera can't do much from the bottom here.
Viera tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Gerbandi wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Gerbandi is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Viera will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Viera is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Gerbandi's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T9#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Viera is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T10##SUB2#
Viera looking for submissions off his back.
Viera manages to get to full guard.
Viera is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Viera has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Gerbandi can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Viera lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gerbandi (7) vs (2) Viera#T11#
Gerbandi trying to keep a closed guard but Viera is proving a slippery customer.
Gerbandi keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully.
Viera is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Viera looking to pass the guard.
Gerbandi keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully.
Gerbandi trying to keep a closed guard but Viera is proving a slippery customer.
#T12#
Viera looking to pass the guard.
Gerbandi controls Viera momentarily but Viera frees himself.
Gerbandi keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gerbandi trying to control the position.
#SUB#
Gerbandi is looking for a triangle here but Viera uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Gerbandi (7) vs (5) Viera
Gerbandi tries to bench press Viera off him but Viera keeps the position.
Gerbandi can't do much from the bottom here. #T13#
Gerbandi is not content to let Viera control the position. #SUB2#
Viera thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Viera trying to control the action but Gerbandi is working from the bottom. #T14##SUB2#
Viera is trying to get an arm triangle but Gerbandi is defending well. #SUB2#
Viera wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Gerbandi, who protects the arm well.
Viera working away.
Viera is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Gerbandi is trying to get back to half guard.
You can see the frustration on Gerbandi's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Viera wants to control but Gerbandi is keeping him busy.
Gerbandi tries to bench press Viera off him but Viera keeps the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gerbandi takes the fight on points by 7 to 5.
A very excited looking Dani Gerbandi 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:
SSG 382 Ozymandias vs Majere
Date: Dec 29, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 23 losses; Milton Viera! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Yevgeny Ignatov!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Felipe Paraventi and Paulo Santos.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Ignatov gets tackled into the cage by Viera. Viera maintains the clinch.
Ignatov jumps guard but Viera stands there with Ignatov around his waist. Ignatov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
#TD2#
Ignatov decides to pull guard.
Viera works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Ignatov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Ignatov.
Ignatov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Viera wants to control from the top but Ignatov keeps moving.
Viera pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ignatov is keeping the position for now.
Ignatov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ignatov is controlling Viera's posture.#T1##SUB#
Viera is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Ignatov is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Ignatov has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (0) vs (2) Ignatov
Ignatov advances to half guard.
Ignatov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Viera. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Ignatov performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB2#
Ignatov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Viera really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Viera trying to hold on to Ignatov's head to control him but Ignatov postures up.
#T2#
Viera tries to get to full guard but Ignatov has control of the leg.
Viera is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ignatov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ignatov's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Viera (4) vs (2) Ignatov
Will Viera go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Viera keeps control of the position as Ignatov tries to break free.
Viera is trying to stick to Ignatov's back but Ignatov is turning into Viera. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Viera's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Ignatov. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (4) vs (4) Ignatov
Ignatov trying to control the position from guard on top but Viera is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Viera looking for a guillotine here but Ignatov defends easily.
#T3#
Ignatov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Viera looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Ignatov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Viera manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ignatov manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (6) vs (4) Ignatov
Ignatov looking to control.
Ignatov is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#SUB2#
Ignatov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Viera doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Ignatov is tightening it up a little... Viera has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Viera reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Viera taps out! Nice BJJ there by Ignatov!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Yevgeny Ignatov!
After winning the bout, Yevgeny Ignatov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
SSG 377 Hall vs Hlervu
Date: Dec 08, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 10 losses; Ryan Gordon! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 22 losses; Milton Viera!
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, Elvis Blanc and Trevor Gratis.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Gordon closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gordon (2) vs (0) Viera
Gordon definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#SUB2#
Viera looking for submissions off his back.
Viera is looking to improve his position.
Gordon takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Viera desperately trying to maintain half guard. #SUB2#
Viera actively working from the bottom here.
Gordon trying to pass the guard but Viera defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Viera looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Viera is looking to improve his position.
#T1#
Gordon looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Viera is trying to get back to full guard.
Gordon frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Gordon (5) vs (0) Viera
Viera is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Gordon controlling his opponent.
Gordon with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Gordon controlling from mount. #T2#
Viera wants to hold on but Gordon pushes him away.
Gordon controlling the position easily from mount.
Viera really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Gordon wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Viera wants to hold on but Gordon pushes him away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Viera tries to reverse the position but Gordon maintains control.
Viera wants to control but Gordon is having none of it.#T3#
Gordon controlling the pace for now.
Gordon with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Gordon can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Viera is looking to escape.
Gordon prevents Viera from getting the reversal.
Viera tries to hold on but Gordon pushes him away.
Viera is controlling an arm, preventing Gordon from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
#T4#
Gordon avoids the attempt from Viera to control.
Gordon sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Gordon's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T5#
Viera working to try and regain half guard.
Gordon takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Gordon wants to control the pace but Viera is squirming around nicely.
Gordon wants to take Viera's back here but Viera is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Viera tries to lock up and control but Gordon gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Gordon takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Gordon prevents Viera from getting the reversal.#T6#
Gordon controlling from the full mount.
Gordon has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Viera tries to hold on but Gordon postures up.
Viera tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Gordon tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Viera is squirming around, avoiding Gordon's attempts to control the action.
Gordon controlling from the full mount. #T7#
This is a sustained period of stalling by Gordon.
Gordon seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Viera for as long as he can get away with.
Viera is working to get back to half guard.
Gordon controlling the position easily from mount.
Viera is wriggling around trying to escape.
Gordon can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Viera is looking to escape. #T8#
Gordon looking to control and managing it successfully.
Viera tries to hold on but Gordon pushes him away.
Gordon can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Viera is looking to escape.
Gordon content just to control the position here.
Viera tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Gordon can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Viera is looking to escape.
Viera sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T9##SUB2#
Viera with the active half guard here but Gordon passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Gordon (8) vs (0) Viera
Gordon taking a breather here.
Gordon continues to stall.
More hug and hope from Gordon.
Viera manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gordon (8) vs (2) Viera
Gordon is staying active underneath Viera, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Viera is working for a submission of some sort.
#T10#
Gordon keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Gordon slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Viera tries to free his leg and advance position but Gordon is retaining full guard.
Viera stopping the sweep attempt from Gordon.
Gordon trying to control the position.
Viera is fighting to break Gordon's control of his arms but Gordon is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T11#
Viera trying to control but Gordon is working from the bottom.
Gordon keeping full guard, as Viera tries to pass.
Gordon looking to hit a scissor sweep but Viera is one step ahead there.
Gordon keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully.
Gordon is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T12#
Gordon keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Gordon holds on and takes a little breather.
Viera tries to free his leg and advance position but Gordon is retaining full guard.
Viera slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Gordon (8) vs (5) Viera
Gordon is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Viera tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T13#
Gordon is trying to get back to half guard.
Viera controls the position from side control.#SUB2#
Viera is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Gordon is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Viera working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Gordon tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T14#
Viera trying to control the action but Gordon is working from the bottom.
Gordon tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Viera wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Viera working away.#SUB2#
Viera wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Gordon, who protects the arm well.
Gordon tries to bench press Viera off him but Viera keeps the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Viera goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Gordon rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Viera's guard! Nice work there by Gordon! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gordon (10) vs (5) Viera
And that's the end of the fight!
Gordon takes the fight on points by 10 to 5.
Ryan Gordon thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SSG 374 Borgia vs Ozymandias
Date: Dec 01, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Jake Askren! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 21 losses; Milton Viera!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Alexandre Firmino and Daniel Cesar.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Viera leaves Askren with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#CL#
Askren gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD2#
Viera manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
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.
Viera keeping full guard, as Askren tries to pass.
Viera 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.
Askren looking to pass the guard.
Viera is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Viera is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Askren wants to control from the top but Viera keeps moving.
Askren slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Askren (3) vs (0) Viera
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Askren trying to control the action but Viera is working from the bottom. #T1##SUB#
Askren working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Askren is trying to get an arm triangle but Viera is defending well.
Askren wants to control but Viera is keeping him busy.
Viera is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Askren off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Askren (3) vs (4) Viera#SUB2#
Viera seems to be going for a rear naked choke. He has an arm under Askren's chin but Askren turns very nicely into Viera's guard. Good BJJ skills being displayed there by Askren.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Askren (5) vs (4) Viera
Viera not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T2#
Askren pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Viera is keeping the position for now.
Viera working a defensive guard here.
#SUB2#
Viera looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Askren avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Viera has his foot on Askren's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Askren works his way back into a safe position though.
Askren trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Askren passes Viera's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Viera works his way to full guard. Good work.#T3#
Viera looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Askren passes into half guard.
Askren tries to pass to full mount but Viera defends it.
Viera is trying to control but can't.
Askren looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Askren is working for a submission of some sort.
Viera won't allow Askren to pass to mount.
Viera slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Viera is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Askren might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T4##SUB2#
Viera is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Askren defends well.
Askren looking to pass the guard.
Viera trying to control the position.
Askren slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Askren (8) vs (4) Viera
Viera tries to improve position but can't. #SUB#
Askren is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Viera is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Askren is looking to take a break and control but Viera is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T5#
Viera struggling a bit here.
Askren wants to control but Viera is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Askren goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Viera has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Askren but great work by Viera. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Askren (8) vs (8) Viera
Askren is trying to get back to half guard.
Viera wants to control but Askren is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Viera looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Viera controlling from side mount. #T6#
You can see the frustration on Askren's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
Viera wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Askren, who protects the arm well.
Viera slows the pace down.
Viera is looking to take a break and control but Askren is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Viera swings around for an armbar but Askren sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Viera's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Askren (10) vs (8) Viera#T7##SUB2#
Viera is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Viera looking for a guillotine here but Askren defends easily.
Askren stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Viera swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Askren is working hard here to advance position.
Viera is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Askren (10) vs (10) Viera#T8#
Viera wants to take a breather but Askren is having none of it.
Viera is taking a breather. Askren 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.#SUB2#
Viera is looking for a kimura here.
Viera trying to control from half guard but Askren is working away. #SUB2#
Askren is defending against the submission attempts here by Viera.
#SUB2#
Viera 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.
#T9##SUB2#
Viera looking for a submission but Askren manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt.
Viera trying to control the position from guard on top but Askren is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T10#
Viera looking to sit in guard and control but Askren gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Askren (12) vs (10) Viera#SUB2#
Askren got a little sloppy there for a moment and Viera has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Askren has managed to get both his arms back between Viera's legs - danger averted.
Askren trying to control the position from guard on top but Viera is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Askren wants to pass the guard but Viera is keeping the position.
Askren trying to control but Viera is working from the bottom. #T11#
Askren looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Viera had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Askren defends it easily.
Viera keeping moving, preventing Askren from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Viera is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Askren defends well.
Askren wants to pass the guard but Viera is keeping the position.
Viera trying to control the position.
Askren pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Viera is keeping the position for now. #T12#
Viera is pulling down on Askren's head. It's preventing any offense from Askren, at least for the moment.
Askren tries to free his leg and advance position but Viera is retaining full guard.
Viera working a defensive guard here.
Askren tries to free his leg and advance position but Viera is retaining full guard.
Askren advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Askren (15) vs (10) Viera#SUB#
Askren thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T13#
You can see the frustration on Viera's face as Askren controls the position.
Viera tries to improve position but can't.
Viera is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Askren off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Askren (15) vs (14) Viera#SUB2#
Viera goes for a risky armbar from back mount and it's not paid off. Askren escapes and is now in half guard on top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Askren (17) vs (14) Viera
Viera regains full guard. Nicely done.
Askren looking to pass the guard. #T14#
Viera 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.
Askren wants to pass the guard but Viera is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Viera working for a triangle but Askren defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Viera throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Askren pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Viera is keeping the position for now.
And that's the end of the fight!
Askren takes the fight on points by 17 to 14.
Jake Askren seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
SSG 368 Gabenagus vs Chai
Date: Nov 10, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 14 losses; Zurab Nozadzi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 20 losses; Milton Viera!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Luis Engracia and Mauricio Rocha.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Nozadzi pushes Viera up against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Nozadzi has Viera pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Nozadzi pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Viera tumbling to the mat - Nozadzi dives into Viera's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Nozadzi (2) vs (0) Viera
Nozadzi 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.
Viera looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Nozadzi trying to control the position from guard on top but Viera is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nozadzi is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2#
Viera has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Nozadzi 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 Viera. Score +3 for passing guard: Nozadzi (5) vs (0) Viera
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Viera sneaks back into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1##SUB#
Nozadzi is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Viera doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Nozadzi. #SUB#
Nozadzi 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.
Viera is not content to let Nozadzi control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Viera tries to roll over but Nozadzi keeps him under control.#T2#
Nozadzi passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Nozadzi (8) vs (0) Viera
Nozadzi trying to control but Viera is having none of it.
Viera is looking to get to half guard.
Nozadzi is looking to work his way around to Viera's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Nozadzi sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Viera is working to get back to half guard.
#T3#
Nozadzi fails to take his opponent's back.
Nozadzi avoids the attempt from Viera to control.
Nozadzi trying to control but Viera is having none of it.
Viera is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Viera tries to hold on but Nozadzi postures up.
Viera is looking to improve his position but Nozadzi isn't that keen on the idea.
Viera tries to lock up and control but Nozadzi gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T4#
Viera regains half guard.#SUB#
Nozadzi is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Viera has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Nozadzi is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Viera is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Zurab Nozadzi!
During a confident post fight interview, Zurab Nozadzi thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SSG 365 Soderberg vs Gabenagus
Date: Oct 27, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 14 losses; Holy Moly! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 19 losses; Milton Viera!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Gregory Folan and Robert Douchet.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Moly rushes Viera and presses him up against the cage.
Moly has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Viera after a bit of a struggle.
Viera prevents the takedown attempt.
#TD#
Moly gets a trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Moly (2) vs (0) Viera
Moly prevents Viera from improving his position.
Viera is still trying to improve position.#SUB2#
Viera is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Moly pulls his head out easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Viera moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Viera throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Viera is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#T1#
Viera looking to control but Moly passes into half guard.
Viera wants to improve his position but Moly is controlling well.
Viera wants to control but Moly is keeping busy.
Viera makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Viera.#T2##SUB2#
Viera looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Moly has picked Viera up and slammed him! Viera can't keep hold of the triangle and Moly manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Moly (5) vs (0) Viera
Moly moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Viera is looking to regain half guard here but Moly keeps moving and retains side control.
Viera is trying to control Moly's posture but Moly avoids it.
Viera is trying to work for a sweep but Moly has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Moly (7) vs (0) Viera#T3#
Moly controlling the pace for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Viera is desperately trying to improve his position but Moly has a good base and remains in mount.
Viera bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Moly (7) vs (2) Viera
Viera wants to control from the top but Moly keeps moving.
Viera looking to sit in guard and control but Moly gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Moly (9) vs (2) Viera#SUB2#
Viera working for a triangle but Moly defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Viera looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T4#
Moly trying to control but Viera is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Viera looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Moly has picked Viera up and slammed him! Viera can't keep hold of the triangle and Moly manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Moly (12) vs (2) Viera
Viera is looking for a sweep.
Viera is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Moly's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Moly stalling. #T5#
Viera is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Viera trying to get back to full guard but Moly takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Moly (15) vs (2) Viera
Viera really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Moly takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Viera gets back to half guard.#T6##SUB2#
Viera is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Moly pulls his head out easily.
Viera is looking for a sweep. Moly is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Moly keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB2#
Viera looking for subs from the bottom but Moly mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Moly (18) vs (2) Viera
Viera is looking to improve his position but Moly isn't that keen on the idea.#T7#
Moly controlling from the full mount.
Viera looks out of his depth in this position - he's holding on tight.
Moly controlling from mount.
Viera is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Moly avoids the attempt from Viera to control.#T8#
Moly looking to control and managing it successfully.
Moly avoids the attempt from Viera to control.
Viera manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB2#
Viera looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Viera works his way to full guard. Good work.
Viera wants to control but Moly passes easily into half guard.
#T9#
Viera manages to get to full guard.
#SUB2#
Viera working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Moly has passed into half guard!
Moly perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Viera trying to hold on to Moly's head to control him but Moly postures up.
#SUB#
Viera is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Moly has latched onto it... Big trouble! Moly pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Viera is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Moly!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Holy Moly!
During a confident post fight interview, Holy Moly thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SSG 362 Hlervu vs Barnett
Date: Oct 20, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 18 losses; Milton Viera! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 13 losses; Raja Silalahi!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Thiago Cunha and Edson Gomes.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Viera tries to close the distance and clinch but Silalahi swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #TD2#
Silalahi shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Viera (0) vs (2) Silalahi#SUB#
Viera has his foot on Silalahi's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Silalahi works his way back into a safe position though.
Viera controls Silalahi momentarily but Silalahi frees himself.
Silalahi engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Viera not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silalahi stands and throws Viera's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (0) vs (5) Silalahi
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Silalahi controls the position.
Viera is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Silalahi's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T1#
Silalahi wants to free his trapped foot but Viera is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB#
Viera is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Silalahi pulls his head out easily.
Silalahi looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Viera tries to roll over but Silalahi keeps him under control.
Well, if Silalahi is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight� I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza� Yum. Can't wait.
#SUB#
Viera looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Silalahi is taking a breather. Viera 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.#T2##SUB2#
Silalahi is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Silalahi trying to mount his opponent but Viera defends it.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Viera wants to improve his position but Silalahi is controlling well.
Silalahi wants to free his trapped foot but Viera is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Viera keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Silalahi trying to advance position but Viera counters by regaining guard. #SUB#
Viera is looking for a triangle here but Silalahi uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (0) vs (8) Silalahi
Silalahi happy to just control the position for now. #T3#
Viera struggling a bit here.#SUB2#
Silalahi tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Silalahi has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Silalahi controls the position.
Silalahi trying to control the position but Viera is working away.
Viera is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4#
Silalahi working away.
Viera is not content to let Silalahi control the position.
Silalahi controlling the position from side mount. #SUB2#
Silalahi wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Viera, who protects the arm well.
Viera sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Silalahi prevents Viera from improving his position.
Viera trying to hold on to Silalahi's head to control him but Silalahi postures up.
#T5#
Silalahi passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (0) vs (11) Silalahi
Silalahi controlling the position easily from mount.
Silalahi trying to control but Viera is having none of it.
Viera wants to hold on but Silalahi pushes him away.
Viera bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (2) vs (11) Silalahi
Viera looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Silalahi working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Viera doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Silalahi is tightening it up a little... Viera has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Viera reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Viera taps out! Nice BJJ there by Silalahi!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Raja Silalahi!
Raja Silalahi spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
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Event:
SSG 359 Majere vs Hunt
Date: Oct 06, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 5 losses; Blue Marlin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 17 losses; Milton Viera!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Wesley Smith and Alan Glass.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Viera clinches with his opponent.
#TD2#
Viera jumps guard.
Marlin trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Marlin wants to control from the top but Viera keeps moving.
Marlin forces his way into half guard.
Marlin passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Marlin (3) vs (0) Viera
Marlin seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Viera is holding on tight.
Viera is in all sorts of trouble here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marlin mounts Viera! Really nice guard pass there!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Viera is looking to improve his position but Marlin isn't that keen on the idea.
Viera is still trying to improve position.#T1#
Marlin trying to control but Viera is having none of it.
Marlin wants to take his opponent's back but Viera doesn't allow it.
Viera manages to regain half guard. Good work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Viera looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Viera looking for submissions off his back.
Viera is refusing to be controlled, as Marlin sits in half guard. #T2#
Viera has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Marlin is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Marlin wants to work for an arm triangle but Viera is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Viera trying to control but Marlin postures up.
Viera is looking to improve his position.
Viera is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
Viera looking for submissions off his back.#T3#
Viera trying to control here.
#SUB#
Marlin is working for a submission of some sort.
Viera is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB2#
Viera is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Marlin pulls his head out easily.
Marlin is looking to advance position but Viera won't allow it.
Marlin is working hard here to advance position.#T4#
Viera moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Marlin passes Viera's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Viera has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Marlin is working away from the top position though.
Marlin is keen to just control but Viera is a slippery customer.
Marlin is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Marlin tries to pass to full mount but Viera defends it.
Viera trying to hold on to Marlin's head to control him but Marlin postures up.
#T5##SUB2#
Viera looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Marlin is keen to just control but Viera is a slippery customer.
Viera wants to control but Marlin is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Viera looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Marlin wants to work for an arm triangle but Viera is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Viera looking for submissions off his back.
Marlin controlling the action here.#T6#
Viera gets back to full guard.
Marlin engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Marlin advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Marlin (6) vs (0) Viera#SUB#
Marlin is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Viera has escaped the position, nice work there.
Viera manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Marlin (6) vs (2) Viera#T7#
Still in half guard, Viera seems content to control.#SUB2#
Viera is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Marlin sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Viera is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Viera is looking to take a break and control but Marlin is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Viera prevents Marlin from improving his position.
Marlin is trying to maintain the position but Viera is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Marlin actively working from the bottom here.
Viera tries to pass to full mount but Marlin defends it. #T8##SUB2#
Viera is working for a kimura but Marlin is defending it quite comfortably.
Viera trying to control the action but Marlin is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Marlin is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Viera is tapping! Great win for Marlin!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Blue Marlin!
Our winner, Blue Marlin, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
SSG 351 Ottke vs Gracias
Date: Sep 15, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 16 losses; Milton Viera! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 7 losses; Mecilvus Gabenagus!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Emerson Jorge and Seu Braga.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Viera tries to close the distance and clinch but Gabenagus swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #TD2#
Gabenagus gets a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Viera (0) vs (2) Gabenagus
Gabenagus looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB2#
Gabenagus is looking for a kimura but Viera is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Gabenagus to get the leverage.
Gabenagus slows the pace down in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gabenagus prevents Viera from improving his position.#T1#
Gabenagus is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB2#
Gabenagus is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Viera is just riding it out for now. Gabenagus eventually gives up the hold.
Gabenagus controlling the action here.
Viera is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Viera is trying to control but can't.
#T2#
Gabenagus looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Gabenagus is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (0) vs (5) Gabenagus
Viera wants to control but Gabenagus is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gabenagus looking to control and managing it successfully.
Viera tries to lock up and control but Gabenagus gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Gabenagus takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Viera wants to control but Gabenagus is having none of it.#T3#
Gabenagus takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Viera is wriggling around trying to escape.
Gabenagus controlling from the full mount.
Viera working to try and regain half guard.
Gabenagus controlling from mount.
It looks like Gabenagus might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T4#
Viera tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Viera is working hard here to advance position.
Gabenagus controlling the position easily from mount.
Viera keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Gabenagus seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Viera is holding on tight.
Viera is looking to improve his position but Gabenagus isn't that keen on the idea.
Gabenagus wants to take Viera's back but he can't do it this time. #T5#
Gabenagus controlling from mount.
Viera really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Gabenagus with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Gabenagus moves to the back. Score +3 for taking back: Viera (0) vs (8) Gabenagus
Gabenagus controlling from the back.
Viera can't escape the position.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
You can see the frustration on Viera's face� He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T6#
Gabenagus controls the position.
Gabenagus keeps control of the position as Viera tries to break free.
Gabenagus controls the action.
You can see the frustration on Viera's face� He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Gabenagus trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Viera doesn't escape. #SUB2#
Gabenagus looking for the RNC. #T7#
Gabenagus controlling the position well here. Viera rolled but Gabenagus kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Gabenagus is continuing to stall.
I really don't envy Viera right now.
#T8##SUB2#
Gabenagus looking to break Viera's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Viera remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Gabenagus will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Gabenagus is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Viera wants to control his opponent's hands but Gabenagus gets his hands free.
Gabenagus controls the action.
Gabenagus has the hooks in. Viera is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Gabenagus controls the action.#T9##SUB2#
Gabenagus looking for the choke from the back.
Viera trying to control the hands but Gabenagus won't let him.
Viera tries to escape the position.
Gabenagus biding his time, controlling Viera. #T10#
Viera is in bad spot here.
Viera is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
I really don't envy Viera right now.
Gabenagus really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Viera.
Viera is really stuck here.
#T11#
Gabenagus controls the action.
Gabenagus gets his hands free as Viera looks to control.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Gabenagus controlling well, preventing Viera from escaping the position.
#T12#
Gabenagus slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Gabenagus is trying to stick to Viera's back but Viera is turning into Gabenagus. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Gabenagus's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Viera. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (2) vs (8) Gabenagus
Viera's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Viera passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (5) vs (8) Gabenagus
Gabenagus is trying to control Viera's posture but Viera avoids it.
Gabenagus regains half guard there - taking advantage of Viera's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Gabenagus regains full guard. Nicely done.
Gabenagus keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully. #T13##SUB2#
Gabenagus has his foot on Viera's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Viera works his way back into a safe position though.
Gabenagus looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Gabenagus escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Viera gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Gabenagus pulls Viera in to control the position.
Viera wants to control from the top but Gabenagus keeps moving. #SUB#
Viera thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Viera wants to control from the top but Gabenagus keeps moving.
Gabenagus bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Viera's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (5) vs (10) Gabenagus#T14#
Gabenagus stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Viera swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gabenagus showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Gabenagus slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (5) vs (13) Gabenagus
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Viera tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Gabenagus presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Viera (5) vs (15) Gabenagus
Viera is trying to escape the mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gabenagus wins on points by 15 to 5.
A victorious Mecilvus Gabenagus 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:
SSG 349 Hlervu vs Gomes
Date: Sep 08, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 6 losses; Arelvam Sadrano! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 16 losses; Milton Viera!
The judges for this bout are Chad Campbell, Dean Styles and Columbo Gatti.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Viera has Sadrano up against the cage in a clinch.
#TD2#
Viera jumps into guard, dragging Sadrano to the mat.
Sadrano looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Viera looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Sadrano passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Sadrano (3) vs (0) Viera
Viera tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Sadrano wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
Sadrano is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Viera has escaped the position, nice work there.
Viera sneaks back into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Viera actively working from the bottom here.#T1##SUB#
Sadrano is trying to work for a kimura but Viera is defending well.
Viera makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Viera.#SUB2#
Viera has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Sadrano can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Viera controlling the position.#SUB2#
Viera is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Sadrano drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sadrano jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T2#
Sadrano trying to control but Viera is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Viera working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sadrano doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sadrano manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Viera is trying to control the position but Sadrano postures up. #SUB2#
Viera is looking for a triangle here but Sadrano uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Sadrano (6) vs (0) Viera
Sadrano in side control, just content to control the action for now. #T3#
Sadrano trying to control the position but Viera is working away.
Sadrano gets to mount! Viera was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Sadrano (8) vs (0) Viera
Sadrano trying to control but Viera is having none of it. #SUB#
Sadrano jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle�. Ooooh, that looks tight� Viera is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Viera and Sadrano has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Viera struggling a bit here.#T4##SUB#
Sadrano goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Viera has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Sadrano but great work by Viera. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Sadrano (8) vs (4) Viera
Viera is looking to take a break and control but Sadrano is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Viera in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Sadrano is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Milton Viera! |
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Event:
SSG 344 Hall vs Bar
Date: Aug 18, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 15 losses; Milton Viera! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 20 losses; Stanislav Strakapoud!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Timothy Bukovac and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Strakapoud shoots in for a takedown but Viera shows good takedown defense.
Viera changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Strakapoud tries to avoid it but Viera manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Strakapoud to the ground. Strakapoud escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Viera tries to clinch up.
Viera slaps away a takedown attempt from Strakapoud, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Viera half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Strakapoud fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Milton Viera has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Stanislav Strakapoud.
Strakapoud will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#CL#
Viera has closed the distance and engaged Strakapoud in a clinch.
Strakapoud looking for a takedown. #TD2#
Strakapoud pulls guard effortlessly.
Strakapoud pulls Viera in to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Viera trying to control the position from guard on top but Strakapoud is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Strakapoud looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Viera trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Viera really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Strakapoud being controlled here, momentarily.
Viera trying to control the position from guard on top but Strakapoud is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Strakapoud trying to control the position here.
Viera trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Strakapoud has his hands on Viera's head, controlling the position.
Viera trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Viera looking to sit in guard and control but Strakapoud gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (0) vs (2) Strakapoud
Strakapoud looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Viera tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2##SUB#
Viera is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Strakapoud defends well.
Strakapoud's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Viera keeping full guard, as Strakapoud tries to pass.
Strakapoud must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Viera throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Strakapoud's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Viera working a defensive guard here.
#T3#
Strakapoud slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Strakapoud looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Viera looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Strakapoud has picked Viera up and slammed him! Viera can't keep hold of the triangle and Strakapoud manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (0) vs (5) Strakapoud
Viera is looking to reverse the position.
Strakapoud controls the position from side control.#T4#
Viera is looking to regain half guard here but Strakapoud keeps moving and retains side control.
Viera regains half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Viera regains full guard. Nicely done.
Viera lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (2) vs (5) Strakapoud
Strakapoud pulls Viera in to control the position. #T5#
Viera showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Viera won't allow Strakapoud to sweep him here.
Viera being controlled here momentarily.
Strakapoud looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Viera 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.
Viera wants to pass the guard but Strakapoud is keeping the position.#T6#
Strakapoud has Viera pulled in close to control his posture.
Viera stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Strakapoud swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Viera preventing the sweep.
Strakapoud looking to control.
#SUB#
Viera drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Strakapoud dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (2) vs (7) Strakapoud
Strakapoud 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Strakapoud wants to control from the top but Viera keeps moving. #T7##SUB#
Viera looking for subs off his back but Strakapoud has passed one foot through into half guard.
Strakapoud perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Strakapoud trying to mount his opponent but Viera defends it.
Strakapoud performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Viera tries to get to full guard but Strakapoud has control of the leg. #T8#
Strakapoud takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Viera trying to control but Strakapoud postures up.
Viera wants to improve his position but Strakapoud is controlling well.
Strakapoud is taking a breather. Viera 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.#T9#
Viera is trying to get back to full guard.
Well, if Strakapoud is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight� I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza� Yum. Can't wait.
Strakapoud's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#SUB#
Viera looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Strakapoud controlling the action here.#T10#
Viera is trying to control but can't.
Strakapoud trying to control the pace.
Viera works his way to full guard. Good work.
Strakapoud stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Viera swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Viera escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Strakapoud gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Viera being controlled here, momentarily. #T11#
Strakapoud postures up.
Strakapoud controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Strakapoud got a little sloppy there for a moment and Viera has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Strakapoud has managed to get both his arms back between Viera's legs - danger averted.#T12#
Viera is trying to control the position but Strakapoud postures up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Viera is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (4) vs (7) Strakapoud
Strakapoud seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Strakapoud keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully.
Strakapoud trying to control the position.
Viera won't allow Strakapoud to sweep him here.
Strakapoud wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Viera trying to control the position from guard on top but Strakapoud is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T13#
Strakapoud is adopting a defensive guard.
Strakapoud lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (4) vs (9) Strakapoud
Viera keeping moving, preventing Strakapoud from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Strakapoud got a little sloppy there for a moment and Viera has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Strakapoud has managed to get both his arms back between Viera's legs - danger averted.
Strakapoud controlling from the top position. #T14#
Viera looking to hit a scissor sweep but Strakapoud is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Strakapoud got a little sloppy there for a moment and Viera has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Strakapoud has managed to get both his arms back between Viera's legs - danger averted.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Strakapoud is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Strakapoud wins on points by 9 to 4. |
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Event:
SSG 341 Macker vs Solo
Date: Aug 11, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 14 losses; Milton Viera! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Lian Belmiro!
The judges for this bout are Russell Pearce, Lou da Vinci and Steve Montenegro.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Viera fails in his attempt to clinch.
Belmiro feints the counter takedown.#CL2#
Belmiro moves into the clinch.#TD#
Viera gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Belmiro regains guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Viera (2) vs (0) Belmiro
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Belmiro is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (2) vs (2) Belmiro
Viera controls Belmiro momentarily but Belmiro frees himself.
Viera really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Belmiro is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Belmiro postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Viera keeping full guard, as Belmiro tries to pass.
Belmiro passes Viera's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Belmiro is keen to just control but Viera is a slippery customer.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Belmiro is thwarting Viera's attempts to control the position.
Viera is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Belmiro wants to work for an arm triangle but Viera is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Belmiro is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Viera sees it coming and defends easily.
Viera is pressing down on Belmiro's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Viera wants to sweep but no luck.
Viera keeping full guard, as Belmiro tries to pass.
Belmiro trying to control but Viera is working from the bottom. #T2#
Viera trying to control the position.
Belmiro trying to control but Viera is working from the bottom.
Belmiro wants to pass the guard but Viera is keeping the position.#SUB#
Belmiro got a little sloppy there for a moment and Viera has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Belmiro has managed to get both his arms back between Viera's legs - danger averted.
Belmiro won't allow Viera to sweep him here.
Belmiro trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Belmiro wants to control from the top but Viera keeps moving.
Belmiro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Viera is keeping the position for now. #T3#
Viera looking to control.
#SUB#
Belmiro avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Belmiro trying to control but Viera is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Belmiro thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Belmiro stands and throws Viera's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (2) vs (5) Belmiro
Viera is not content to let Belmiro control the position.
Viera sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Belmiro takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Belmiro wants to control but Viera is keeping him busy.
Viera regains full guard. Nicely done.
Belmiro looking to pass the guard.
Viera keeping moving, preventing Belmiro from controlling successfully.
Belmiro looking to pass the guard.
Belmiro trying to control the position from guard on top but Viera is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T5#
Belmiro stands and throws Viera's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (2) vs (8) Belmiro
Belmiro trying to control the action but Viera is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Belmiro working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Viera tries to improve position but can't. #T6#
Viera wants to control but Belmiro postures up.#SUB2#
Belmiro tries for a kimura but Viera is defending well.
Viera wants to control but Belmiro postures up.
Viera tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Belmiro wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Belmiro goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Viera rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Belmiro's guard! Nice work there by Viera! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (4) vs (8) Belmiro#SUB2#
Belmiro is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Viera stopping the sweep attempt from Belmiro.#SUB2#
Belmiro working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Viera doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Belmiro is tightening it up a little... Viera has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Viera reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Viera taps out! Nice BJJ there by Belmiro!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Lian Belmiro! |
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Event:
SSG 337 Bar vs Ozymandias
Date: Jul 28, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 8 losses; Thiago Cardosi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 14 losses; Milton Viera!
The judges for this bout are Alec Ball, Yves DeLean and Gregory Folan.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Cardosi closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Viera has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Cardosi is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#TD2#
Viera lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Cardosi (0) vs (2) Viera#SUB2#
Viera seems to be working for a kimura but Cardosi defends the submission attempt.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cardosi is looking to improve his position.
We've been hearing good reports from Cardosi's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB#
Cardosi looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Cardosi is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Viera is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cardosi gets full guard.
Viera controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Viera trying to control but Cardosi is working from the bottom. #T1#
Cardosi wants to sweep but no luck.
Cardosi keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully.
Viera might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Cardosi haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB#
Cardosi is looking for a triangle but Viera pushes his legs off easily.
Cardosi looking to hit a scissor sweep but Viera is one step ahead there.
Cardosi trying to control the position.
#T2#
Viera wants to control from the top but Cardosi keeps moving. #SUB#
Cardosi is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Viera defends well.
Viera preventing the sweep.
Viera stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cardosi swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Viera is stalling in the full guard.
Cardosi keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully.
Cardosi can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Viera controls the pace.#T3#
Viera trying to control but Cardosi is working from the bottom.
Cardosi looking to hit a scissor sweep but Viera is one step ahead there.
Cardosi working a defensive guard here.
Cardosi tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Cardosi is trying to keep Viera in close.
Cardosi wants to sweep but no luck.
Cardosi is working hard here to advance position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Cardosi has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Viera can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Cardosi wants to improve his position but instead Viera has moved into half guard.
#T4#
Viera trying to pass the guard but Cardosi defending well. #SUB#
Cardosi looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Viera is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Cardosi defends it well. #SUB2#
Viera is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Viera maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Cardosi could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Viera has cracked it and Cardosi is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Viera!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Milton Viera!
Thiago Cardosi spoke after the fight, saying 'Thank you to my opponent and all the fans, my coaches and sponsors.'. |
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Event:
SSG 334 Johnson vs Macker
Date: Jul 21, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 13 losses; Milton Viera! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 8 losses; Holy Moly!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Percy O'Donnell and Jack Bonds.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Viera changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Moly looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Viera (4) vs (0) Moly#SUB#
Viera is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Moly knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Moly is looking for a sweep.
Viera is looking to take a break and control but Moly is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Viera tries for a kimura but Moly is defending well.
Viera trying to control the action but Moly is working from the bottom.
Viera really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Viera thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T1#
Moly tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Moly prevents Viera from improving position.
Viera wants to lay and pray for a moment but Moly keeps working.
Viera works to advance to full mount. Moly defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Viera (6) vs (0) Moly
Moly is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Viera has taken his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Viera (9) vs (0) Moly#SUB#
Viera goes for a risky armbar from back mount and it's not paid off. Moly escapes and is now in half guard on top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (9) vs (2) Moly#T2#
Viera gets full guard.
Moly wants to pass the guard but Viera is keeping the position.#SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Viera looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Viera is trying to keep Moly in close.
Moly looking to pass the guard. #T3##SUB#
Viera looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Viera trying to control the position.
Moly stopping the sweep attempt from Viera.
Viera wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Viera is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (11) vs (2) Moly
Viera won't allow Moly to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Moly throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Viera escapes and throws Moly's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (14) vs (2) Moly#T4##SUB#
Viera working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Viera is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Moly has escaped the position, nice work there.
Moly is looking to reverse the position.
Moly keeps trying to improve his position.
Viera is looking to take a break and control but Moly is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T5#
Moly is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Viera off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Viera (14) vs (6) Moly#SUB2#
Viera is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Moly not allowing Viera to control his hands. #SUB2#
Viera showing good submission defense here.
Moly gets his hands free as Viera looks to control. #T6##SUB2#
Viera showing good submission defense here.
Viera is in bad spot here.
#SUB2#
Moly is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Viera defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Viera rolls, trying to escape but Moly keeps control of the position.
#T7#
Viera just trying to survive but Moly is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Moly is hanging on to Viera's back as he tries to escape.
#SUB2#
Moly has the rear naked choke here! This is very bad for Viera! Can he survive? No! He's out! Moly gets to his feet and celebrates with his cornermen. He looks absolutely delighted. In the post fight interviews he takes time to thank his parents and everyone who has believed in him from the start. How sweet.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Holy Moly!
A victorious Holy Moly 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:
SSG 331 Soderberg vs Hunt
Date: Jul 14, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 12 losses; Milton Viera! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Binsar Siregar!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Alan Glass and Wesley Smith.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Viera drives through and clinches with Siregar against the cage.
#TD2#
Siregar has Viera pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Siregar pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Viera tumbling to the mat - Siregar dives into Viera's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Viera (0) vs (2) Siregar
Siregar slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Viera tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Siregar trying to control but Viera is working from the bottom.
Siregar passes into half guard.
Viera is trying to control but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Siregar working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#SUB2#
Siregar is looking for a kimura but Viera is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Siregar to get the leverage. #SUB#
Viera looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T1##SUB2#
Siregar is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Viera sees it coming and defends easily.
Viera really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Viera is refusing to be controlled, as Siregar sits in half guard.
Siregar might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Viera haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Viera trying to control but Siregar postures up.
#SUB2#
Viera is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Siregar has latched onto it... Big trouble! Siregar pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Viera is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Siregar!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Binsar Siregar!
Binsar Siregar thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SSG 322 Gomes vs Hlervu
Date: Jun 23, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 12 losses; Milton Viera! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 10 losses; Chance San!
The judges for this bout are Alec Ball, Trevor Gratis and Robert Douchet.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
San clinches up with Viera and pushes him back against the cage.#TD2#
San is trying to trip Viera. He has hold of a leg but Viera is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. San persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Viera (0) vs (2) San
San stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Viera swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Viera is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Viera has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. San doesn't defend quickly enough and Viera has managed to lock this one up! Can San escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Viera on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Milton Viera! |
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Event:
SSG 316 Hlervu vs Ozymandias
Date: Jun 09, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 3 losses; Paulo Miyao! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 11 losses; Milton Viera!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Ian Loll and Dillan Fox.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Viera tries to clinch up but Miyao circles away and keeps his distance.
Viera looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Miyao is fending him off so far but Viera persists. Nope, Miyao circles away and we're back to standing.#CL#
Miyao moves into the clinch successfully.
Viera tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#TD2#
Viera has picked Miyao up - he's going for a ride! Viera dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Miyao (0) vs (2) Viera
Miyao wants to improve his position but Viera is controlling well.
Viera trying to control the action but Miyao is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Viera is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Miyao has managed to free his arm - good work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Viera wants to work for an arm triangle but Miyao is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Viera wants to work for an arm triangle but Miyao is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T1#
Miyao wants to improve his position but Viera is controlling well.
Viera is trying to control. Miyao wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Viera is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Miyao sees it coming and defends easily.
Miyao is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Viera tries to pass the half guard into mount. Miyao knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Miyao wants to get back to full guard.
Viera is trying to control. Miyao wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T2##SUB2#
Miyao is defending against the submission attempts here by Viera.
Miyao is trying to maintain the position but Viera is very close to passing his half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Miyao manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Miyao trying to control the position.
Viera is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Viera advances to half guard.
Viera is thwarting Miyao's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Viera is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Viera is looking for a kimura but Miyao is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Viera to get the leverage. #T3#
Miyao is trying to get back to full guard.
Miyao slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
Viera drops back, looking for a kneebar! Miyao looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Miyao looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Miyao! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Miyao (4) vs (2) Viera
Miyao has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Miyao (6) vs (2) Viera
Miyao controlling the pace for now. #T4#
Viera is desperately trying to improve his position but Miyao has a good base and remains in mount.
Miyao mounts Viera! Really nice guard pass there!
Viera is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T5#
Viera tries to improve his position but instead Miyao has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Miyao (9) vs (2) Viera#SUB#
Miyao is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Viera is defending well though. Miyao let's go of the attempt for now.
Viera wants to control his opponent's hands but Miyao gets his hands free.
Viera controlling his opponent's hands, preventing the submission attempt. #SUB#
Miyao is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Viera is defending well though. Miyao let's go of the attempt for now.#SUB#
Viera defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
#T6#
Viera trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #SUB#
Miyao is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Viera is defending well though. Miyao let's go of the attempt for now.
Miyao trying to control momentarily.
Viera tries to roll but Miyao sticks to his back.
Viera trying to control the hands but Miyao won't let him. #T7#
Miyao tries to keep control of the position but Viera is staying busy.
Viera rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Miyao is thwarting Viera's attempts to control the position.
Miyao trying to control from half guard but Viera is working away. #SUB#
Miyao is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Viera defends it well.
Viera works his way to full guard. Good work.#T8#
Miyao postures up.
Viera pulls Miyao in close to his closed guard and prevents Miyao from doing any damage or advancing position.#SUB2#
Viera escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Miyao gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Viera looking for subs off his back but Miyao has passed one foot through into half guard.
Viera tries to roll over but Miyao keeps him under control.#T9##SUB2#
Viera actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Viera has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Miyao escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Miyao! Score +3 for passing guard: Miyao (12) vs (2) Viera
Miyao tries to move to mount but Viera blocks the move with his legs.
Miyao is trying to move to mount but Viera reverses beautifully and ends up in Miyao's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Miyao (12) vs (4) Viera#T10#
Viera pushes down on Miyao's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Viera is looking to stall here but Miyao recovers full guard. #SUB2#
Viera is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Miyao is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Miyao has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Miyao (14) vs (4) Viera
Miyao pushes down on Viera's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T11##SUB#
Miyao is looking for a kimura but Viera is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Miyao to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Viera looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Miyao prevents Viera from improving his position.
Viera regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Viera throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Viera can't keep his opponent in guard - Miyao advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T12#
Miyao seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Viera does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Miyao is really struggling to control Viera but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Viera manages to get to full guard.
Viera is pulling down on Miyao's head to control his posture. #SUB2#
Viera has his foot on Miyao's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Miyao works his way back into a safe position though.
Viera is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Miyao might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T13#
Miyao trying to control the position from guard on top but Viera is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Viera has an active guard here but Miyao has managed to pass into half guard.
#SUB#
Miyao seems to be working for a kimura but Viera defends the submission attempt.
Miyao has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Miyao (17) vs (4) Viera#T14#
Miyao looking to control but Viera is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Viera has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Miyao (20) vs (4) Viera
Viera can't escape the position.
Miyao avoiding Viera 's attempts to control his hands.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Miyao doesn't have the hooks in and Viera manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Miyao (20) vs (6) Viera
Miyao lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Miyao (22) vs (6) Viera
And that's the end of the fight!
Miyao takes the fight on points by 22 to 6.
After winning the bout, Paulo Miyao thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
SSG 312 Hall vs Bar
Date: Jun 02, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 10 losses; Milton Viera! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Rodrigo Caceres!
The judges for this bout are Reed Andrews, Steve Montenegro and John Roberts.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Caceres scores with a takedown into Viera's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Viera (0) vs (2) Caceres
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#SUB#
Viera is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Caceres defends well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Viera is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Caceres slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Caceres is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Viera has managed to free his arm - good work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Caceres is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (0) vs (5) Caceres
Viera working to try and regain half guard.
#T1#
Caceres is trying to take his opponent's back.
Viera wants to hold on but Caceres pushes him away.
Caceres wants to take his opponent's back but Viera doesn't allow it.
Viera is trying desperately to improve position.
Viera really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Caceres wants to take his opponent's back but Viera doesn't allow it.
Viera sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#T2#
Caceres has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (0) vs (8) Caceres
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Viera tries to hold on but Caceres pushes him away.
Viera tries to get back to half guard but can't. #SUB2#
Viera tries to improve his position but Caceres has taken his back! Caceres has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Viera tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Caceres pushes Viera away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Rodrigo Caceres! |
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Event:
SSG 307 Gascoigne vs Gabenagus
Date: May 19, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 9 losses; Milton Viera! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 5 losses; T Mustana Chai!
The judges for this bout are Eddie Farnsworth, Franklyn Lucas and Reed Andrews.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Chai rushes Viera and presses him up against the cage.#TD2#
Chai gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Viera regains guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Viera (0) vs (2) Chai
Chai being controlled here momentarily.
Chai not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Chai's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Let's hope that Chai has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Viera is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Viera escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Chai gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Viera looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T1#
Chai is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Chai tries to free his leg and advance position but Viera is retaining full guard.
Chai preventing the sweep.
Chai pushes down on Viera's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Viera looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Chai frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (0) vs (5) Chai
Chai controlling his opponent.
Chai wants to take his opponent's back but Viera doesn't allow it. #T2#
Chai keeps trying to improve his position.
Chai controlling his opponent.
Viera really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Viera is looking to get to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Chai tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Viera gets back to half guard.
Chai looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T3#
Viera wants to control but Chai is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Chai controlling the action here.
Viera is trying to get back to full guard.
Viera wants to control but Chai is keeping busy.
Chai content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Chai is pressing down on Viera's thigh, looking to free his foot. Viera is holding on for now. #T4##SUB#
Viera is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Chai pulls his head out easily.
Chai is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Chai prevents Viera from improving his position.
Chai keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Viera trying to control but Chai postures up.
Viera tries to roll over but Chai keeps him under control.
Chai controlling the pace. #T5#
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Chai.#SUB#
Viera is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Chai pulls his head out easily.
Chai is controlling the pace.
Viera is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Chai's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Chai's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Viera (4) vs (5) Chai
Chai wants to control his opponent's hands but Viera gets his hands free. #T6#
Chai rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#SUB#
Viera is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Chai doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Viera.
Chai controlling the position well.
Chai wants to control but Viera is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Chai is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Viera's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Viera's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Viera (4) vs (9) Chai#SUB2#
Chai has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB2#
Chai tightening his grip on Viera, looking for the choke. #T7##SUB2#
Viera defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Chai's arms.
Viera is trying to break free.
Chai has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Viera's body.
Chai has the hooks in. Viera is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Chai has good solid back control here. #T8#
Viera looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Chai biding his time, looking for the opening.
#T9#
Viera trying to control the action but Chai just sinks the hooks in.
Chai just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Chai is trying to stick to Viera's back but Viera is turning into Chai. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Chai's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Viera. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (6) vs (9) Chai
Viera pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Chai is keeping the position for now.
Viera trying to control but Chai is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chai is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Chai not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Chai seems keen to control Viera's posture.#T10#
Viera pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Chai is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Chai has his foot on Viera's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Viera works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Viera thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Chai is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Chai 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.
Chai seems keen to control Viera's posture.
Chai lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (6) vs (11) Chai#SUB#
Chai got a little sloppy there for a moment and Viera has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Chai has managed to get both his arms back between Viera's legs - danger averted.#T11##SUB#
Chai got a little sloppy there for a moment and Viera has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Chai has managed to get both his arms back between Viera's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Viera looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Chai passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (6) vs (14) Chai
Chai works to advance to full mount. Viera defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Viera (6) vs (16) Chai
Chai controlling the position easily from mount.
Chai takes Viera's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Viera is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Viera (6) vs (19) Chai#T12#
Chai is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
I really don't envy Viera right now.
Viera is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Chai.
Chai avoiding Viera 's attempts to control his hands.
Chai has good solid back control here. #SUB2#
Chai is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Viera defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Chai controlling the positon.#T13#
Viera can't escape the position.
Viera is working hard here to advance position.
Chai just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Chai doesn't have the hooks in and Viera manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (8) vs (19) Chai
Viera trying to control but Chai is working from the bottom.
Chai looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Chai pulls Viera in to control the position. #SUB2#
Viera content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Chai has locked up a guillotine! Chai's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Viera is holding on here and Chai must be using up a lot of energy. Viera has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Chai gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). T Mustana Chai!
Our winner, T Mustana Chai, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
SSG 296 Feet vs McCain
Date: Apr 28, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 9 losses; Milton Viera! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 7 losses; Duncan Idaho!
The judges for this bout are Franklyn Lucas, David Schapiro and Chad Campbell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Viera rushes Idaho and presses him up against the cage.#TD2#
Idaho decides to pull guard. #SUB2#
Idaho looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Viera trying to control the position from guard on top but Idaho is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Idaho throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Viera stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Idaho swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Viera thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Viera will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB2#
Idaho had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Viera defends it easily.
Viera won't allow Idaho to sweep him here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Idaho looking for a guillotine here but Viera defends easily.
Viera stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Idaho swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1##SUB#
Viera drops back looking for a leg! Idaho is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Idaho manages to kick Viera off! Viera jumps back into Idaho's guard. #SUB2#
Idaho is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Viera is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Idaho has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Viera can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Idaho keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Idaho working for a triangle but Viera defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Viera got a little sloppy there for a moment and Idaho has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Viera has managed to get both his arms back between Idaho's legs - danger averted.
Idaho keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Idaho looking for a guillotine here but Viera defends easily.
#T2#
Viera trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Viera 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.
Idaho keeping full guard, as Viera tries to pass.
Idaho keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully.
Viera pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Idaho is keeping the position for now.
Viera is working hard here to advance position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Idaho is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (0) vs (2) Idaho#SUB#
Viera looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Viera really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#SUB#
Viera looking for a guillotine here but Idaho defends easily.
#T3#
Idaho pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Viera is keeping the position for now.
Idaho is still trying to improve position.
Viera trying to control the position.
Idaho works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Idaho wants to free his trapped foot but Viera is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Viera slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Viera wants to sweep here but Idaho controlling him for the moment.
Idaho stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Viera swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4##SUB#
Viera working for a triangle but Idaho defends it easily.
Viera keeping full guard, as Idaho tries to pass. #SUB#
Viera working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Idaho doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Idaho manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Idaho thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Viera working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Idaho doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Idaho manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Idaho advances to half guard. #T5#
Viera wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Idaho is trying a forearm choke� I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Viera won't allow Idaho to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Idaho is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Viera defends it well.
Viera trying to control but Idaho postures up.
Idaho tries to pass to full mount but Viera defends it. #SUB2#
Idaho is working for a submission of some sort.
Viera wants to control but Idaho is keeping busy.
#T6##SUB2#
Viera is defending against the submission attempts here by Idaho.
Viera moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Idaho has gone for a leg lock! Viera slips out almost immediately though and dives into Idaho's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (2) vs (2) Idaho
Viera looking to pass the guard.
Idaho tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Idaho looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Idaho isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Viera stacks Idaho 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 Viera! Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (5) vs (2) Idaho
Viera moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Viera (7) vs (2) Idaho#T7#
Viera looking to control but Idaho is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Viera prevents Idaho from getting the reversal.#SUB#
Viera working for a submission but Idaho is keeping him at bay.
Idaho sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Viera controlling the action here.
Idaho manages to get to full guard.
Viera stays in close to Idaho's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Viera avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Idaho is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T8##SUB#
Viera drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Viera jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Idaho has his foot on Viera's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Viera works his way back into a safe position though.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Idaho is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (7) vs (4) Idaho
Idaho trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Idaho sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Viera's guard.
Viera trying to hold on to Idaho's head to control him but Idaho postures up.
#SUB2#
Idaho 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#
Viera looking for submissions off his back.#T9##SUB2#
Idaho is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Viera sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Idaho 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.
Viera tries to roll over but Idaho keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Idaho is trying to work for a kimura but Viera is defending well.
#SUB2#
Idaho is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T10#
Viera is looking for a sweep. Idaho is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Idaho is trying a forearm choke� I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Idaho seems to be working for a kimura but Viera defends the submission attempt.
Idaho tries to pass to full mount but Viera defends it. #SUB2#
Idaho is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Viera defends it well. #SUB2#
Idaho is trying to work for a kimura but Viera is defending well.
#SUB#
Viera looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T11#
Idaho wants to free his trapped foot but Viera is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Viera is pressing down on Idaho's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Idaho pushing down on Viera's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB2#
Idaho is looking for a kimura here.
Viera is looking for a sweep. Idaho is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Viera gets full guard.
Viera trying to control the position.
Idaho pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Viera is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Viera looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Viera looking to hit a scissor sweep but Idaho is one step ahead there. #T12#
Viera controls Idaho momentarily but Idaho frees himself.
Idaho tries to free his leg and advance position but Viera is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Viera looking for a triangle here. Idaho is fighting it but it looks tight! Viera pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Idaho is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Milton Viera! |
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Event:
SSG 294 Hall vs Bar
Date: Apr 21, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 9 losses; Milton Viera! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 13 losses; Leenart Kuningas!
The judges for this bout are John Kavanagh, Jorge Garcia and Russell Pearce.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Viera has closed the distance and engaged Kuningas in a clinch.
#TD2#
Kuningas tightens his grip and picks Viera up, before dumping him to the ground. Viera manages to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Viera (0) vs (2) Kuningas
Kuningas trying to control but Viera is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Viera looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Viera controls Kuningas momentarily but Kuningas frees himself.
Kuningas must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Kuningas passes into half guard.
Viera wants to control but Kuningas is keeping busy and won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Viera is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Viera looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Viera trying to control here.
#T1##SUB2#
Kuningas is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Viera has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Viera looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Viera is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kuningas pulls his head out easily.
Viera wants to get back to full guard.
Kuningas is thwarting Viera's attempts to control the position.#T2#
Kuningas trying to pass the guard but Viera defending well.
Kuningas is trying to control. Viera wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Viera manages to get to full guard.
Kuningas pushes down on Viera's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Viera is refusing to be controlled, as Kuningas sits in half guard.
Viera gets full guard.#T3#
Kuningas wants to pass the guard but Viera is keeping the position.
Viera working a defensive guard here.
Viera wants to sweep here but Kuningas controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Viera working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Kuningas has passed into half guard!
Viera won't allow Kuningas to pass to mount.
Kuningas wants to lay and pray for a moment but Viera keeps working.
Viera slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T4##SUB#
Kuningas looking to improve position, pressing down on Viera's thigh with his hand. Viera seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Kuningas paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Kuningas's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Viera picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Milton Viera! |
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Event:
SSG 293 Gaul vs Hunt
Date: Apr 14, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Viktor Van Der Sloot! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 9 losses; Milton Viera!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Daniel Franklin and Stewart Dunkirk.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Viera closes the distance and clinches.#TD#
Van Der Sloot gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Van Der Sloot (2) vs (0) Viera
Viera bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Van Der Sloot's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Van Der Sloot (2) vs (2) Viera
Van Der Sloot might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Viera 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.
Viera trying to control but Van Der Sloot is working from the bottom.
Viera is stalling in the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Der Sloot keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully. #T1#
Viera trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Viera is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Van Der Sloot is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Van Der Sloot has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Van Der Sloot (4) vs (2) Viera#SUB2#
Viera looking for a guillotine here but Van Der Sloot defends easily.
Van Der Sloot is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T2##SUB2#
Viera throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Van Der Sloot trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Viera is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Van Der Sloot is aware though and is defending well.
Viera looking to hit a scissor sweep but Van Der Sloot is one step ahead there.
Van Der Sloot is stalling in the full guard. #T3##SUB2#
Viera has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Van Der Sloot can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Viera has his foot on Van Der Sloot's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Van Der Sloot works his way back into a safe position though.
Viera looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Van Der Sloot works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Viera is looking to control Van Der Sloot's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Viera avoid being mounted?
Viera moves into full guard.
Viera is pulling down on Van Der Sloot's head to control his posture. #T4##SUB2#
Viera has his foot on Van Der Sloot's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Van Der Sloot works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Viera looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Van Der Sloot engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Van Der Sloot seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Viera for as long as he can get away with.
Viera is trying to control the position but Van Der Sloot postures up. #T5#
Van Der Sloot sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB2#
Viera is looking for a triangle but Van Der Sloot pushes his legs off easily.
Van Der Sloot sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2#
Viera working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Van Der Sloot doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Van Der Sloot manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Viera is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB2#
Viera is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T6##SUB2#
Viera is looking for a triangle but Van Der Sloot pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Viera is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Van Der Sloot is aware though and is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Van Der Sloot preventing the sweep.
Van Der Sloot showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Viera keeping moving, preventing Van Der Sloot from controlling successfully.
Van Der Sloot slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T7#
Van Der Sloot wants to control from the top but Viera keeps moving.
Van Der Sloot is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB2#
Viera has his feet on Van Der Sloot's thighs here. He's pushed Van Der Sloot 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! Van Der Sloot screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Milton Viera! |
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Event:
SSG 286 Bar vs Hlervu
Date: Mar 31, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 9 losses; Milton Viera! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 4 losses; Chance San!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Daniel Cesar and Leandro Rodrigues.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
San closes the distance and clinches.#TD2#
San has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Viera clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Viera (0) vs (4) San
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
San is persistently looking for the submission but Viera is defending it well.
#SUB2#
San has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Viera has freed his hand and lives to survive another� well, another couple of seconds at least!
San is trying to stick to Viera's back but Viera is turning into San. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in San's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Viera. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (2) vs (4) San
San has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at New York Public Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Viera stopping the sweep attempt from San.
San is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
San keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Viera preventing the sweep.
San wants to hit a sweep here but Viera passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for San there! Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (5) vs (4) San#T1#
San is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Viera controlling from the full mount.
San tries to reverse the position but Viera maintains control.#SUB#
Viera working for a guillotine from mount but San is in no mood to give up.
San is squirming around, avoiding Viera's attempts to control the action.
Viera is trying to take his opponent's back.
#SUB#
Viera is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, San has managed to escape the submission attempt.
San is desperately trying to improve his position but Viera has a good base and remains in mount.
San sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
San is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
San trying to control here.
San is not content to let Viera control the position.
Viera prevents San from improving his position.
Viera is trying to control. San wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
San is looking for a sweep. Viera is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Viera seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but San does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The fighters are battling for position here. San manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Viera trying to control the position from guard on top but San is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
San wants to sweep here but Viera controlling him for the moment.
Viera trying to control the position from guard on top but San is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Viera drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Viera jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
San looking to hit a scissor sweep but Viera is one step ahead there.
Viera showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Viera trying to control the position from guard on top but San is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Viera won't allow San to sweep him here. #T4#
Viera trying to control the position from guard on top but San is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
San tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Viera looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Viera trying to control but San is working from the bottom.
San wants to sweep here but Viera controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Viera thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
San wants to sweep but no luck.
Viera passes into half guard. #T5#
San moves into full guard.
Viera trying to control the position from guard on top but San is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Viera trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now San is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (5) vs (6) San
San stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Viera swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Viera looking to control.
San tries to free his leg and advance position but Viera is retaining full guard.
San keeps trying to improve his position.
San must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T6##SUB#
San got a little sloppy there for a moment and Viera has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, San has managed to get both his arms back between Viera's legs - danger averted.
San works a leg free and moves into half guard.
San passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (5) vs (9) San
San advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Viera (5) vs (11) San
Viera can't escape the position.
San tries to control but Viera wriggling away.
Viera is looking to get to half guard.
Viera bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (7) vs (11) San#T7##SUB2#
San looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
San looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Viera 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.
Viera wants to control from the top but San keeps moving.
San tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Viera slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (10) vs (11) San
San is looking to regain half guard here but Viera keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB#
Viera thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T8#
San is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Viera is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Viera (12) vs (11) San
San regains half guard.
Viera works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (15) vs (11) San#SUB#
Viera wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by San, who protects the arm well.
Viera tries to advance to mount but can't.
San gets back to half guard.
San tries to get to full guard but Viera has control of the leg. #T9#
San wants to get back to full guard but Viera has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (18) vs (11) San
San sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
San is looking to improve his position.
Viera tries to pass to full mount but San defends it.
Viera controlling the pace. #SUB#
Viera is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and San defends it well.
San is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T10##SUB#
San is defending against the submission attempts here by Viera.
San tries to roll over but Viera keeps him under control.#SUB#
Viera is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Viera 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. San tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Viera!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Milton Viera! |
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Event:
SSG 273 Maximus vs Borgia
Date: Feb 25, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 8 losses; Milton Viera! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Pykky Kalla!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Robert Twigg and Frank Dennis.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Viera closes the distance and clinches. #TD2#
Kalla gets a trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Viera (0) vs (2) Kalla
Kalla wants to lay and pray for a moment but Viera keeps working.
Kalla tries to pass the half guard into mount. Viera knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Kalla is thwarting Viera's attempts to control the position.
Viera wants to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalla is keen to just control but Viera is a slippery customer.
Viera trying to control from the bottom.
Viera really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T1##SUB2#
Kalla seems to be working for a kimura but Viera defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Kalla is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Viera is defending against the submission attempts here by Kalla.
#SUB2#
Kalla seems to be looking for submissions.
Viera is not content to let Kalla control the position.#T2#
Viera wants to control but Kalla is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kalla wants to work for an arm triangle but Viera is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Kalla seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Viera does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Kalla is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Viera 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.
Kalla wants to pass the guard but Viera is defending well. #SUB2#
Kalla is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Viera sees it coming and defends easily.
Viera trying to control here.
#T3##SUB2#
Kalla is looking for a kimura here.
Viera is trying to get back to full guard.
Viera is staying active underneath Kalla, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Viera is trying to get back to full guard.
Viera moves into full guard.
#SUB#
Viera is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Kalla is aware though and is defending well.#T4#
Kalla stays in close to Viera's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Kalla avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Viera trying to keep a closed guard but Kalla is proving a slippery customer.
Kalla pushing down on Viera's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Viera is trying to control but Kalla manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (0) vs (5) Kalla
Kalla can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Viera is looking to escape.
Viera is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T5#
Viera is working hard here to advance position.
Kalla looking to control and managing it successfully. #SUB2#
Kalla is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Viera has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Viera! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (2) vs (5) Kalla#SUB#
Viera thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Viera is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Kalla not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Kalla keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Kalla is looking to cinch up a triangle. Viera throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Kalla's body to avoid the submission. Kalla has instead reached around Viera's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Kalla arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Pykky Kalla! |
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Event:
SSG 268 Bar vs Maximus
Date: Feb 18, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 7 losses; Milton Viera! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 13 losses; Melinos Jargon!
The judges for this bout are Anthony Taglia, Jorge Garcia and Reed Andrews.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Jargon clinches up with Viera and pushes him back against the cage.
Jargon tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#TD2#
Jargon jumps into guard, dragging Viera to the mat.
#SUB#
Viera thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Viera trying to control but Jargon is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Viera 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.
Viera content to stall in guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Viera stopping the sweep attempt from Jargon.
Viera looking to pass the guard. #T1##SUB2#
Jargon working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Viera doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Viera manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Viera stopping the sweep attempt from Jargon.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Viera trying to control but Jargon is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Viera thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Jargon keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully.
Jargon is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB2#
Jargon is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Viera is aware though and is defending well.
Jargon looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Viera controlling from the top position. #T2#
Jargon keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Viera thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Viera trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Jargon tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Viera sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
Viera is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Jargon is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Jargon has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (0) vs (2) Jargon
Jargon trying to control the position from guard on top but Viera is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Jargon controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Jargon trying to control the position from guard on top but Viera is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Viera had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Jargon defends it easily.
Viera wants to sweep here but Jargon controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Viera had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Jargon defends it easily.#SUB#
Viera working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Jargon doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Jargon manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T4#
Jargon is pushing down on Viera's leg trying to pass to half guard. Viera is fighting to maintain full guard but Jargon has managed to sneak the leg through.
Jargon not doing much here.
Jargon is keen to just control but Viera is a slippery customer.
Jargon might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Viera haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB#
Viera looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Viera is refusing to be controlled, as Jargon sits in half guard. #SUB#
Viera looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Viera won't allow Jargon to pass to mount. #T5##SUB2#
Jargon is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Viera defends it well.
Jargon looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Viera is staying active underneath Jargon, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Jargon is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Viera has managed to free his arm - good work.
Viera trying to control but Jargon postures up.
#SUB2#
Viera is defending against the submission attempts here by Jargon.
Jargon is controlling the pace.
Viera really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T6#
Jargon prevents Viera from improving his position.
Jargon content to control rather than advance.
Jargon is keen to just control but Viera is a slippery customer.
Viera tries to get to full guard but Jargon has control of the leg.
Jargon wants to advance to full mount but Viera doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Jargon trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T7#
Viera 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.#SUB#
Viera is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Jargon postures up.
Jargon passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (0) vs (5) Jargon
Viera is not content to let Jargon control the position. #SUB2#
Jargon thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Jargon is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Viera looks calm but he's in trouble here. Jargon gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Viera is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Jargon lets go of the hold and Viera can pop his arm back in it's socket.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Melinos Jargon!
A very excited looking Melinos Jargon 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:
SSG 261 Thumb vs Gascoigne
Date: Jan 28, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 7 losses; Milton Viera! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Rhashaun Kinkead!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Gwen Towbar and Robert Twigg.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Kinkead moves into the clinch.#TD#
Viera manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB#
Viera has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kinkead can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Kinkead postures up.
Kinkead not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Kinkead stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Viera swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Viera is looking for a triangle but Kinkead pushes his legs off easily.
Viera really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Viera isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Kinkead stacks Viera 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 Kinkead! Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (0) vs (3) Kinkead
Kinkead taking a breather here. #T1#
Kinkead wants to lay and pray for a moment but Viera keeps working.
Viera tries to bench press Kinkead off him but Kinkead keeps the position.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#SUB2#
Kinkead is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Viera knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Viera is not content to let Kinkead control the position. #T2#
Viera is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Kinkead's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB#
Viera looking for submissions off his back.
Kinkead tries to pass to full mount but Viera defends it.
Viera is trying to maintain the position but Kinkead is very close to passing his half guard.#T3#
Kinkead trying to control the action but Viera is working from the bottom.
Kinkead might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Viera haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Kinkead is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Kinkead content to control rather than advance.
Viera is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kinkead's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kinkead's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Viera (4) vs (3) Kinkead#T4#
Kinkead tries to break free.
Kinkead has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Viera trying to control.#SUB#
Viera patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Viera controlling well, preventing Kinkead from escaping the position.
#SUB#
Kinkead fending off the submission attempt from Viera.
Viera gets his hands free as Kinkead looks to control.
Kinkead is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Viera off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Viera keeps control of the position as Kinkead tries to break free.
Kinkead keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Kinkead is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
#T5#
Kinkead wants to control his opponent's hands but Viera gets his hands free. #SUB#
Viera is looking for the choke from the back position but Kinkead is controlling his hands well. #SUB#
Viera is persistently looking for the submission but Kinkead is defending it well.
Kinkead trying to control but not successfully.
Kinkead is in bad spot here.
#SUB#
Viera looking for the rear naked choke. And he's got it! Kinkead taps!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Milton Viera! |
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Event:
SSG 255 Thumb vs Shaw
Date: Jan 14, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 9 losses; Uvele Berendas! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 6 losses; Milton Viera!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Gwen Towbar and Robert Twigg.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Berendas drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Berendas (2) vs (0) Viera#SUB2#
Viera throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Viera is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Berendas is aware though and is defending well.
Berendas trying to control but Viera is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Viera throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Berendas advances to half guard.
Viera moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Viera looking for a sweep. Not yet Viera, not yet.
Viera lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Berendas (2) vs (2) Viera
Viera wants to pass the guard but Berendas is keeping the position.#T1#
Viera won't allow Berendas to sweep him here.
Berendas has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Viera trying to control the position from guard on top but Berendas is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Berendas trying to keep a closed guard but Viera is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB#
Berendas has an active guard here but Viera has managed to pass into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Berendas is trying to control but can't.
Viera wants to advance to full mount but Berendas doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Viera pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Berendas is keeping the position for now. #T2#
Berendas pulls Viera in close to his closed guard and prevents Viera from doing any damage or advancing position.
Berendas looking to control.
#SUB#
Berendas is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Viera wants to control from the top but Berendas keeps moving. #SUB#
Viera got a little sloppy there for a moment and Berendas has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Viera has managed to get both his arms back between Berendas's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Viera drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Berendas dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Berendas (4) vs (2) Viera#SUB2#
Viera is looking for a triangle but Berendas pushes his legs off easily.
Berendas trying to control but Viera is working from the bottom. #T3#
Berendas showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Viera is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Viera had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Berendas defends it easily.
Berendas controls from within his opponent's guard.
Viera bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Berendas's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Berendas (4) vs (4) Viera
Berendas looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4#
Viera looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Berendas wants to sweep but no luck.
Viera trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Berendas pulls Viera in close to his closed guard and prevents Viera from doing any damage or advancing position.
Berendas keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully.
Viera might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Berendas haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Viera stopping the sweep attempt from Berendas.#T5#
Viera trying to control the position from guard on top but Berendas is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Viera is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Viera preventing the sweep.
Berendas bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Viera's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Berendas (6) vs (4) Viera
Berendas's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Berendas thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Viera keeping moving, preventing Berendas from controlling successfully.
Berendas trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Viera lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Berendas (6) vs (6) Viera
Viera trying to control the position from guard on top but Berendas is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T6#
Berendas is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Berendas (8) vs (6) Viera
Berendas not doing much here.
#SUB#
Berendas is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Berendas looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Viera is looking to improve his position.
#T7##SUB#
Berendas is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Viera defends it well.
Berendas controlling the action here.
Berendas wants to free his trapped foot but Viera is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Viera trying to control from the bottom.
Berendas with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Viera is staying active underneath Berendas, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Viera is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Berendas pulls his head out easily. #T8#
Berendas is trying to control the action in half guard but Viera is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Berendas moves into full mount! Viera won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Berendas (11) vs (6) Viera
Berendas wants to control the pace but Viera is squirming around nicely.
Viera keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Berendas takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Berendas moves to take his opponent's back. Score +3 for taking back: Berendas (14) vs (6) Viera#T9#
Viera tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Berendas takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Berendas has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Viera bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Berendas (14) vs (8) Viera
Berendas looking to control.
Berendas wants to sweep but no luck.
Viera wants to control from the top but Berendas keeps moving.
Berendas wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T10#
Berendas keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully.
Berendas wants to sweep here but Viera controlling him for the moment.
Viera postures up.
Berendas controlling the position.
Viera advances to half guard.
Berendas is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Viera is working for a submission of some sort.
Berendas is looking to improve his position.
#T11##SUB2#
Viera seems to be working for a kimura but Berendas defends the submission attempt.
Berendas is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
Viera is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Berendas has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Viera is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Berendas is just riding it out for now. Viera eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Berendas looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T12##SUB2#
Viera is trying a forearm choke� I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Berendas is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Viera's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Viera's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Berendas (18) vs (8) Viera
Berendas is trying to stick to Viera's back but Viera is turning into Berendas. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Berendas's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Viera. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Berendas (18) vs (10) Viera
Berendas keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully.
Berendas is trying to keep Viera in close.
Berendas keeping full guard, as Viera tries to pass. #SUB#
Berendas looking for a guillotine here but Viera defends easily.
#T13#
Berendas tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Berendas being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB#
Berendas has his foot on Viera's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Viera works his way back into a safe position though.
Viera trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Viera trying to control the position from guard on top but Berendas is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Viera showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Berendas looking to hit a scissor sweep but Viera is one step ahead there. #T14#
Viera wants to control from the top but Berendas keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Berendas wants to sweep but no luck.
Viera forces his way into half guard.
Viera looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Viera is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Berendas slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Berendas looking to hit a scissor sweep but Viera is one step ahead there.
And that's the end of the fight!
Berendas takes the fight on points by 18 to 10.
After winning the bout, Uvele Berendas thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
SSG 250 Makarov vs Maximus
Date: Jan 07, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 6 losses; Milton Viera! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 27 losses; Matt Spanks!
The judges for this bout are John Roberts, Chad Campbell and John Kavanagh.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Viera moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Spanks tightens his grip and picks Viera up, before dumping him to the ground. Viera manages to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Viera (0) vs (2) Spanks
Viera pulls Spanks in close to prevent any damage.
Viera really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Spanks wants to control from the top but Viera keeps moving.
Spanks pushing down on Viera's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Viera trying to control from the bottom.
Viera regains full guard. Nicely done.
Viera keeping full guard, as Spanks tries to pass. #SUB#
Viera has his foot on Spanks's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Spanks works his way back into a safe position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Viera looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Spanks tries to free his leg and advance position but Viera is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Spanks is sitting in close to Viera's body. Viera has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Spanks is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Spanks is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Viera.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Milton Viera! |
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Event:
SSG 241 Finn vs Johnson
Date: Dec 17, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 6 losses; Milton Viera! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 9 losses; John Johns!
The judges for this bout are Reed Andrews, Dean Styles and Chad Campbell.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Viera feints and as Johns raises his hands in defense, Viera changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Viera (2) vs (0) Johns
Viera 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.
Johns working a defensive guard here.
Johns pulls Viera in close to his closed guard and prevents Viera from doing any damage or advancing position.
Johns looking for a sweep. Not yet Johns, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Viera slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (5) vs (0) Johns
Johns really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Viera. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Viera trying to control the position but Johns is working away. #SUB#
Viera is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Johns is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Viera wants to lay and pray for a moment but Johns keeps working. #SUB#
Viera is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Johns knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Viera is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Johns is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Johns tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Viera wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Johns keeps trying to improve his position.
Viera really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Johns is letting Viera control him for a moment.
Johns can't do much from the bottom here. #T2##SUB#
Viera tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Viera looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Johns tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Viera wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
Viera thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Johns is trying to improve his position.
Viera controls the position.#T3#
Viera trying to control the position but Johns is working away.
Johns is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
Johns is looking for a sweep.
Viera wants to control but Johns is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Viera working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Viera controlling from side mount. #T4##SUB#
Viera is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Johns is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Johns tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Johns is not content to let Viera control the position. #SUB#
Viera working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Viera wants to control but Johns is keeping him busy. #T5##SUB#
Viera thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Viera thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Johns manages to get back to half guard.
Johns is refusing to be controlled, as Viera sits in half guard. #SUB#
Viera is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Viera wants to lay and pray for a moment but Johns keeps working.
Johns tries to roll over but Viera keeps him under control.#SUB#
Viera is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Johns has managed to free his arm - good work. #T6##SUB#
Viera wants to work for an arm triangle but Johns is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Johns tries to get to full guard but Viera has control of the leg.
Johns regains full guard. Nicely done.
Johns wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Johns trying to control the position.
Viera is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Johns is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T7#
Viera trying to control but Johns is working from the bottom.
Johns controls Viera momentarily but Viera frees himself.
Johns wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Viera thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Viera preventing the sweep.
Viera trying to control but Johns is working from the bottom.
Viera looking to pass the guard. #T8#
Viera trying to control the position from guard on top but Johns is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Johns can't keep his opponent in guard - Viera advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Viera is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Viera is working for a kimura but Johns is defending it quite comfortably.
Johns wants to control but Viera is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Viera is working for a kimura but Johns is defending it quite comfortably.
#T9#
Viera wants to control but Johns is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Viera is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Johns defends it well.
Johns 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#
Viera is trying a forearm choke� I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Johns slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Viera sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Johns's guard.
Johns won't allow Viera to pass to mount. #T10#
The fighters are battling for position here. Johns manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Viera passes into half guard. #SUB#
Viera is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Johns is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Viera is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Viera seems to be working for a kimura but Johns defends the submission attempt.
Johns wants to improve his position but Viera is controlling well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T11#
Viera wants to free his trapped foot but Johns is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB#
Viera is looking for a kimura but Johns is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Viera to get the leverage.
Viera wants to control but Johns is keeping him busy.
Johns tries to roll over but Viera keeps him under control.#SUB#
Viera is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Johns sees it coming and defends easily.
Viera perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB#
Viera is looking for a kimura but Johns is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Viera to get the leverage. #T12##SUB#
Viera is trying to work for a kimura but Johns is defending well.
Viera is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Johns! Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (8) vs (0) Johns
Viera looking to control but Johns is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Viera with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
#SUB#
Viera has control of Johns's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Johns regains control of the situation pretty easily.
#SUB#
Viera looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #T13#
Johns is looking to improve his position but Viera isn't that keen on the idea.#SUB#
Viera working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Johns wants to control but Viera is having none of it.
Viera trying to control but Johns is having none of it.
Johns is looking to improve his position but Viera isn't that keen on the idea.#SUB#
Viera looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#T14#
Johns gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Viera is working for a submission of some sort.
Johns is not content to let Viera control the position.#SUB#
Johns is defending against the submission attempts here by Viera.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Well, if Viera is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight� I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza� Yum. Can't wait.
And that's the end of the fight!
Viera takes the fight on points by 8 to 0. |
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Event:
SSG 229 Thumb vs Grace
Date: Nov 19, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 5 losses; Milton Viera! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 7 losses; Johnny Vilmat!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Leandro Rodrigues and Matheus Silva.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Vilmat throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Viera's waist but Viera gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Vilmat off to one side.
Viera half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#CL#
Viera drives through and clinches with Vilmat against the cage.
#TD#
Viera manages to pull guard.
#SUB#
Viera is looking for a triangle but Vilmat pushes his legs off easily.
Vilmat pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Viera is keeping the position for now.
Viera wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Viera looking for a guillotine here but Vilmat defends easily.
Vilmat wants to control from the top but Viera keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Viera looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T1#
Viera can't keep his opponent in guard - Vilmat advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Viera tries to roll over but Vilmat keeps him under control.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Viera tries to roll over but Vilmat keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Vilmat seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Viera is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Johnny Vilmat! |
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Event:
SSG 220 Hall vs Orion
Date: Oct 29, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 6 losses; Edu Navarro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 5 losses; Milton Viera!
The judges for this bout are Franklyn Lucas, Alyssa Summers and Jorge Garcia.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Viera shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Viera showed some decent athleticism there. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Navarro (0) vs (2) Viera#SUB2#
Viera is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Navarro as he works his way to full guard.
Navarro looking to hit a scissor sweep but Viera is one step ahead there.
Viera trying to control but Navarro is working from the bottom.
Navarro seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Navarro has control of Viera's left arm, preventing Viera from doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Viera wants to pass the guard but Navarro is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Viera thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Navarro has Viera pulled in close to control his posture. #T1#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Viera trying to control but Navarro is working from the bottom.
Navarro wants to sweep but no luck.
Viera postures up.
Viera stands and throws Navarro's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Navarro (0) vs (5) Viera
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Navarro is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Navarro moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Viera is fighting to break Navarro's control of his arms but Navarro is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Navarro tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Navarro keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully.
Viera controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Viera's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Viera won't allow Navarro to sweep him here.
Viera wants to control from the top but Navarro keeps moving. #T3#
Viera passes Navarro's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Navarro is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Viera is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Viera is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Navarro trying to control from the bottom.
Viera uses his free foot to push down on Navarro's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Navarro. Score +3 for passing guard: Navarro (0) vs (8) Viera#T4#
Navarro wants to control but Viera is having none of it.
Navarro tries to reverse the position but Viera maintains control.
Navarro is working hard here to advance position.
Navarro wants to hold on but Viera pushes him away.
Navarro is looking to improve his position but Viera isn't that keen on the idea.
Navarro tries to hold on but Viera pushes him away.
Navarro is in all sorts of trouble here.
#SUB2#
Viera looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Viera goes for an armbar but he's not got it� Navarro turns into him and now he's in Viera's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Navarro (2) vs (8) Viera
Navarro won't allow Viera to sweep him here. #T5#
Viera manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Navarro manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Navarro (2) vs (10) Viera
Viera stopping the sweep attempt from Navarro.
Navarro keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Navarro working for a triangle but Viera defends it easily.
Viera wants to control from the top but Navarro keeps moving. #SUB#
Navarro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T6##SUB#
Navarro has his foot on Viera's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Viera works his way back into a safe position though.
Viera looking to pass the guard.
Viera sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Navarro pulls Viera in close to prevent any damage.
Viera trying to control the position from guard on top but Navarro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T7#
Navarro is trying to keep Viera in close.
Viera passes Navarro's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Navarro is defending against the submission attempts here by Viera.
Viera prevents Navarro from improving his position.
Navarro keeping hold of Viera's head, controlling as best he can. #T8#
Viera prevents Navarro from improving his position.
Navarro is trying to maintain the position but Viera is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Viera is trying to work for a kimura but Navarro is defending well.
Navarro is trying to get back to full guard.
Viera frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Navarro (2) vs (13) Viera#SUB2#
Viera is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Navarro has managed to escape the submission attempt.
#T9#
Navarro is in all sorts of trouble here.
Navarro is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #SUB2#
Viera goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Navarro is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Navarro (4) vs (13) Viera
Navarro sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Navarro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Viera is keeping the position for now.
Viera trying to keep a closed guard but Navarro is proving a slippery customer.
Navarro is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T10#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Viera is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Navarro (4) vs (15) Viera
Viera preventing the sweep.
Viera tries to free his leg and advance position but Navarro is retaining full guard.
Navarro pulls Viera in close to prevent any damage.
Viera trying to control but Navarro is working from the bottom.
Viera pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Navarro is keeping the position for now.
Viera keeps trying to improve his position.#T11#
Navarro is trying to control the position but Viera postures up.
Viera wants to control from the top but Navarro keeps moving.
Navarro looking to hit a scissor sweep but Viera is one step ahead there.
Viera wants to control from the top but Navarro keeps moving.
Viera pushes down on Navarro's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Viera is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Viera tries to pass to full mount but Navarro defends it.
Navarro is trying to maintain the position but Viera is very close to passing his half guard.#T12#
Viera moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Navarro (4) vs (18) Viera
Navarro tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Viera tries to advance position but instead Navarro slips a leg back in to half guard.
Viera trying to mount his opponent but Navarro defends it. #SUB2#
Viera is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Navarro is just riding it out for now. Viera eventually gives up the hold.
Navarro keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #T13#
Navarro slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Viera is pushing down on Navarro's leg trying to pass to half guard. Navarro is fighting to maintain full guard but Viera has managed to sneak the leg through.
Navarro is looking for a sweep. Viera is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Viera moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Navarro (4) vs (21) Viera
Navarro can't do much from the bottom here.
Viera just content to control the position. #T14#
Navarro can't do much from the bottom here.
Navarro is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Navarro slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Navarro keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully.
Viera stopping the sweep attempt from Navarro.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Viera trying to control but Navarro is working from the bottom.
Viera stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Navarro swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Navarro 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.
And that's the end of the fight!
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Event:
SSG 207 Johnson vs Macker
Date: Oct 01, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 29 losses; Bea Mason! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 5 losses; Milton Viera!
The judges for this bout are Steve Montenegro, John Roberts and Alyssa Summers.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Viera pushes Mason up against the cage in a clinch.
Mason is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Viera is defending well.
Viera fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#TD2#
Viera lands a takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Mason (0) vs (2) Viera
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Viera is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Mason is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Mason has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mason (2) vs (2) Viera#SUB2#
Mason is sitting in close to Viera's body. Viera has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Mason is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Mason is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Viera.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Milton Viera! |
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Event:
SSG 204 Johnson vs Elvul
Date: Sep 24, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Sauv Ignon! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 5 losses; Milton Viera!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Robert Douchet and Elvis Blanc.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Ignon shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Viera but Viera pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Viera stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Viera wants it to stay on the feet.
Ignon goes for a double leg but Viera avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Viera continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sauv Ignon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Viera stops a takedown attempt from Ignon.
Viera tries to pull guard but Ignon forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Ignon gets underhooks to prevent Viera's takedown attempt.
Viera tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Ignon smiles and moves away.
Ignon fails to land the takedown.
Ignon shoots in and drives through. Viera sprawls well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Viera closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Viera lands in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ignon (0) vs (2) Viera
Viera sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB#
Ignon looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Viera passes into half guard.
#T1#
Ignon is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Ignon looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Viera is trying to control the action in half guard but Ignon is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Viera looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB2#
Viera is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ignon defends it well. #SUB#
Ignon looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Ignon looking for submissions off his back.
Ignon tries to get to full guard but Viera has control of the leg. #T2##SUB2#
Viera is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Viera is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ignon (0) vs (5) Viera
Viera can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ignon is looking to escape.
Ignon is working to get back to half guard.
Ignon manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Ignon wants to improve his position but Viera is controlling well.
Viera is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Viera is trying to control. Ignon wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T3##SUB2#
Viera is trying a forearm choke� I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Viera is trying to control the action in half guard but Ignon is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Viera prevents Ignon from improving his position.#SUB2#
Viera is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Ignon actively working from the bottom here.
Ignon is staying active underneath Viera, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Ignon looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Ignon is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Viera pulls his head out easily.
Ignon wants to improve his position but Viera is controlling well.
#T4##SUB2#
Viera is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Ignon looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Viera wants to work for an arm triangle but Ignon is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Ignon makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Ignon.
Viera wants to pass the guard but Ignon is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Viera thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Viera avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Viera thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Viera wants to control from the top but Ignon keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T5#
Viera controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Ignon looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Viera got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ignon has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Viera has managed to get both his arms back between Ignon's legs - danger averted.
Viera advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ignon (0) vs (8) Viera
Ignon is trying to improve his position.
Viera is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Ignon will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#SUB2#
Viera working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Ignon tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Viera wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T6#
Ignon is working hard here to advance position.
Ignon gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Ignon tries to get to full guard but Viera has control of the leg. #SUB#
Ignon is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Viera pulls his head out easily.
Ignon slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Ignon working for a triangle but Viera defends it easily.
Viera trying to control the position from guard on top but Ignon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ignon being controlled here, momentarily. #T7#
Viera wants to control from the top but Ignon keeps moving.
Viera stands and throws Ignon's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ignon (0) vs (11) Viera
Ignon is looking to regain half guard here but Viera keeps moving and retains side control.
Viera is looking to take a break and control but Ignon is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Viera moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ignon (0) vs (13) Viera#SUB2#
Viera looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Ignon really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T8#
Viera wants to take his opponent's back but Ignon doesn't allow it.
Ignon is looking to get to half guard.#SUB2#
Viera looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Ignon is desperately trying to improve his position but Viera has a good base and remains in mount.
Ignon sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Viera wants to take a breather but Ignon is having none of it.
Ignon gets full guard.
Viera trying to control the position from guard on top but Ignon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Ignon is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Viera defends well.#SUB#
Ignon escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Viera gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T9#
Viera slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Viera got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ignon has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Viera has managed to get both his arms back between Ignon's legs - danger averted.
Viera trying to control but Ignon is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Viera drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Viera jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Ignon is looking for a triangle but Viera pushes his legs off easily.
Ignon wants to sweep here but Viera controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Ignon is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Viera got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ignon has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Viera has managed to get both his arms back between Ignon's legs - danger averted.#T10#
Viera wants to control from the top but Ignon keeps moving. #SUB2#
Viera thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Ignon has his foot on Viera's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Viera works his way back into a safe position though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Viera wants to control from the top but Ignon keeps moving.
Ignon keeping full guard, as Viera tries to pass. #SUB#
Ignon looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Ignon is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Ignon looking for a guillotine here but Viera defends easily.
Ignon is breathing heavily.
Ignon keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully. #T11##SUB#
Ignon is looking for a triangle but Viera pushes his legs off easily.
Viera trying to control but Ignon is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Ignon is looking for a triangle here but Viera uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ignon (0) vs (16) Viera#SUB2#
Viera wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Ignon, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Viera tries for a kimura but Ignon is defending well. #T12#
Ignon manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ignon (2) vs (16) Viera#SUB#
Ignon is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Viera tries to get to full guard but Ignon has control of the leg. #SUB#
Ignon is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Viera sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Ignon is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Viera slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Viera trying to keep a closed guard but Ignon is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2#
Viera is looking for a triangle but Ignon pushes his legs off easily.
#T13#
Ignon stopping the sweep attempt from Viera.
Well,Ignon is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Ignon pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Viera is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Viera has his foot on Ignon's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ignon works his way back into a safe position though.
Ignon tries to free his leg and advance position but Viera is retaining full guard.
Ignon advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ignon (5) vs (16) Viera#SUB#
Ignon thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Ignon thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T14##SUB#
Ignon is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Viera has escaped the position, nice work there.
Ignon tries to move to full mount but Viera actually manages to regain half guard. #SUB#
Ignon is trying a forearm choke� I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Viera wants to control but Ignon is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ignon prevents Viera from improving his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ignon works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ignon (8) vs (16) Viera#SUB#
Viera defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Ignon.
And that's the end of the fight!
Viera wins on points by 16 to 8. |
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Event:
SSG 188 Banner vs Majere
Date: Aug 20, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 5 losses; Milton Viera! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 7 losses; Rodrigo Sanchez!
The judges for this bout are Steve Montenegro, Bruno Lombardi and Alyssa Summers.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Viera dives in and scores a takedown into Sanchez's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Viera (2) vs (0) Sanchez
Sanchez wants to sweep here but Viera controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Viera drops back, looking for a kneebar! Sanchez looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Sanchez looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Sanchez! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Viera (2) vs (4) Sanchez
Sanchez tries to move to mount but Viera blocks the move with his legs.
Sanchez wants to lay and pray for a moment but Viera keeps working.
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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sanchez wants to lay and pray for a moment but Viera keeps working.
Viera is trying to control Sanchez's posture but Sanchez avoids it. #T1#
Sanchez wants to lay and pray for a moment but Viera keeps working.
Sanchez controls the position.
Viera stops Sanchez from passing to mount.
Viera can't do much from the bottom here.
Sanchez looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Sanchez trying to control the action but Viera is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Sanchez is trying to get an arm triangle but Viera is defending well.
Sanchez is looking to take a break and control but Viera is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Viera struggling a bit here.#T2#
Sanchez trying to control the action but Viera is working from the bottom.
Viera is looking for a sweep.
Sanchez moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Viera (2) vs (6) Sanchez
Sanchez can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Viera is looking to escape.
Viera wants to hold on but Sanchez pushes him away.#SUB2#
Sanchez is working for a guillotine from mount but Viera frees his head quite easily.
Viera bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (4) vs (6) Sanchez#T3#
Viera stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sanchez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Viera wants to control from the top but Sanchez keeps moving.
Sanchez is pulling down on Viera's head to control his posture.
Viera postures up.
Viera slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Viera trying to control but Sanchez is working from the bottom.
Viera stopping the sweep attempt from Sanchez.#T4#
Viera trying to control but Sanchez is working from the bottom.
Viera slips nicely into half guard.
Sanchez is trying to maintain the position but Viera is very close to passing his half guard.
Sanchez won't allow Viera to pass to mount.
Sanchez is refusing to be controlled, as Viera sits in half guard.
Sanchez controlling the position well.
Sanchez is trying to control but can't.
Viera wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sanchez keeps working. #T5#
Sanchez tries to roll over but Viera keeps him under control.
The fighters are battling for position here. Sanchez manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Viera tries to free his leg and advance position but Sanchez is retaining full guard.
Sanchez can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Viera controls the pace.#SUB2#
Sanchez working for a triangle but Viera defends it easily.
Sanchez 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.
Viera looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T6#
Sanchez controlling Viera's posture.
Viera trying to control the position from guard on top but Sanchez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sanchez is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Sanchez wants to sweep but no luck.
Viera trying to control the position from guard on top but Sanchez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T7#
Sanchez is trying to keep Viera in close.
#SUB2#
Sanchez is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Viera defends well.
Sanchez is trying to keep Viera in close.
Viera tries to free his leg and advance position but Sanchez is retaining full guard.
Viera passes Sanchez's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Viera prevents Sanchez from improving his position.
Sanchez is trying to control but can't.
#T8##SUB#
Viera is working for a kimura but Sanchez is defending it quite comfortably.
Sanchez moves into full guard.
Viera slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Viera trying to control but Sanchez is working from the bottom. #T9#
Sanchez is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Viera showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Sanchez looking for a guillotine here but Viera defends easily.
Viera passes Sanchez's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Sanchez is staying active underneath Viera, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Sanchez looking for submissions off his back.#T10#
Viera is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Sanchez has his hands clasped together around Viera's back. He's all about the action.
Sanchez trying to hold on to Viera's head to control him but Viera postures up.
Viera trying to pass the guard but Sanchez defending well.
Sanchez moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T11#
Sanchez has control of Viera's left arm, preventing Viera from doing any damage.
Sanchez wants to sweep but no luck.
Sanchez trying to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Sanchez holds on and takes a little breather.
Sanchez controls Viera momentarily but Viera frees himself.
Viera trying to control the position from guard on top but Sanchez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T12#
Viera won't allow Sanchez to sweep him here.
Viera wants to control from the top but Sanchez keeps moving.
Sanchez manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Viera manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (4) vs (8) Sanchez
Sanchez postures up.
Viera keeping moving, preventing Sanchez from controlling successfully.
Sanchez might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Viera haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB#
Viera looking for a guillotine here but Sanchez defends easily.
#SUB#
Sanchez is sitting in close to Viera's body. Viera has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Sanchez is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Sanchez is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Viera.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 13:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Milton Viera! |
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Event:
SSG 183 Sadiq vs Gomes
Date: Aug 06, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 1 losses; Walon Green! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 4 losses; Milton Viera!
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, William Peck and Trevor Gratis.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Viera takes the fight into the clinch.
Green tries to pull guard but Viera forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#TD2#
Viera pulls Green into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Viera is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Viera working for a triangle but Green defends it easily.
Green passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Green (3) vs (0) Viera
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Viera sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Viera makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Viera.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Green tries to free his leg and advance position but Viera is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Viera has his foot on Green's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Green works his way back into a safe position though.
Green wants to control from the top but Viera keeps moving. #SUB2#
Viera is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Green is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Viera looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Green advances to half guard.
Green is looking to take a break and control but Viera is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Viera wants to sweep but Green has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Green (6) vs (0) Viera
Viera is looking to reverse the position.#T2#
Viera trying to control but Green flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Green (9) vs (0) Viera
Viera is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Viera turns into Green and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Green (9) vs (2) Viera
Green keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully.
Green trying to keep a closed guard but Viera is proving a slippery customer.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Viera controlling from the top position.
Viera trying to control the position from guard on top but Green is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Green trying to control the position.
Viera trying to control the position from guard on top but Green is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Viera pushing down on Green's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB2#
Green is defending against the submission attempts here by Viera.
Green controlling the position well.
Green wants to control but Viera is keeping busy.
Green works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Green working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Viera doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Viera manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Viera forces his way into half guard.#T4#
Green wants to sweep but Viera has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Green (9) vs (5) Viera
Viera wants to lay and pray for a moment but Green keeps working.
Green prevents Viera from moving into mount. #SUB2#
Viera is trying to get an arm triangle but Green is defending well.
Green is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Viera tries for a kimura but Green is defending well. #T5#
Viera trying to control the position but Green is working away.
Green tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Viera wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Green prevents Viera from moving into mount.
Viera laying and praying for a moment but Green takes advantage and regains half guard.
Green is pressing down on Viera's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Green keeping full guard, as Viera tries to pass.
Green wants to sweep but no luck.
Green is trying to control the position but Viera postures up. #T6##SUB#
Viera avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Green might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Viera wants to control from the top but Green keeps moving.
Viera slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB#
Viera avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Green manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Viera manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Green (11) vs (5) Viera
Green postures up.
Green stands and throws Viera's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Green (14) vs (5) Viera#T7#
Viera tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Green wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
Green wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Viera, who protects the arm well.
Viera tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Viera keeps trying to improve his position.
Viera sneaks back into half guard.#T8#
Green passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Green (17) vs (5) Viera
Viera is trying to get back to half guard.
Green has control of an arm but Viera manages to advance to Green's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Green (17) vs (9) Viera#SUB2#
Green defends a prolonged rear naked choke attempt and turns nicely into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Green (19) vs (9) Viera
Green advances to half guard. #SUB2#
Viera is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Green pulls his head out easily.
Viera is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T9#
Green works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Green (22) vs (9) Viera
Green seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Viera is holding on tight.
#SUB#
Green working for a submission but Viera is keeping him at bay.
Viera wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Green (25) vs (9) Viera
Viera prevents Green from getting a body triangle.
Viera wants to escape the position.
#T10##SUB#
Viera tries to escape but he's let his defenses down in doing so and Green has slipped in the rear naked choke! Oh, that's tiiiiiiiiight! Viera is tapping! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Walon Green!
An out of breath Walon Green thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
SSG 176 Chai vs Gerbandi
Date: Jul 23, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 0 losses; Android Sixty Five! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Milton Viera!
The judges for this bout are Jorge Garcia, Lou da Vinci and Steve Montenegro.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Viera gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Viera gets underhooks to prevent Sixty Five's takedown attempt.
Sixty Five is looking for a takedown.
Sixty Five tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Viera just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Android Sixty Five. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sixty Five is trying to pull guard but Viera turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#TD2#
Viera lands a takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sixty Five (0) vs (2) Viera
Sixty Five keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Viera drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Sixty Five manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Viera has Sixty Five in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sixty Five (2) vs (2) Viera
Sixty Five stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Viera swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Viera controlling Sixty Five's posture. #T1#
Viera bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sixty Five's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sixty Five (2) vs (4) Viera#SUB#
Sixty Five has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Viera can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Sixty Five throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Sixty Five keeping full guard, as Viera tries to pass.
Sixty Five looking for a sweep. Not yet Sixty Five, not yet.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sixty Five is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sixty Five (4) vs (4) Viera
Viera is trying to keep Sixty Five in close.
#T2#
Viera wants to sweep here but Sixty Five controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Viera looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Sixty Five got a little sloppy there for a moment and Viera has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Sixty Five has managed to get both his arms back between Viera's legs - danger averted.
Viera is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB2#
Viera working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sixty Five doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sixty Five manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Viera isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Sixty Five stacks Viera 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 Sixty Five! Score +3 for passing guard: Sixty Five (7) vs (4) Viera
Sixty Five trying to control the action but Viera is working from the bottom. #T3##SUB#
Sixty Five is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Viera is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Sixty Five advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Sixty Five (9) vs (4) Viera
Sixty Five sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Viera keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T4#
Viera tries to hold on but Sixty Five postures up.
Viera regains half guard.#SUB2#
Viera is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sixty Five pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Viera actively working from the bottom here.
Viera is not content to let Sixty Five control the position.
Sixty Five wants to advance to full mount but Viera doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead. #SUB2#
Viera throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Sixty Five escapes and throws Viera's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Sixty Five (12) vs (4) Viera#T5#
Viera wants to control but Sixty Five postures up.
Sixty Five has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Viera! Score +2 for reaching mount: Sixty Five (14) vs (4) Viera
Viera is trying desperately to improve position.
Sixty Five moves to the back. Score +3 for taking back: Sixty Five (17) vs (4) Viera#SUB#
Sixty Five has got his arm under Viera's chin working for the choke� has he got it? It looks pretty tight! Oh! Viera has spun round into Sixty Five's guard beautifully! Well done that man!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sixty Five (17) vs (6) Viera
Sixty Five keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Sixty Five had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Viera defends it easily.#T6#
Viera pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sixty Five is keeping the position for now.
Sixty Five keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully.
Sixty Five is controlling Viera's posture.#SUB#
Sixty Five is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Viera is aware though and is defending well.
Sixty Five controls Viera momentarily but Viera frees himself.
Viera won't allow Sixty Five to sweep him here.
Viera looking to pass the guard. #T7#
Viera is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Sixty Five wants to sweep here but Viera controlling him for the moment.
Sixty Five not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Viera wants to control from the top but Sixty Five keeps moving.
Viera postures up.
Viera looking to pass the guard.
Viera wants to control from the top but Sixty Five keeps moving. #T8#
Viera passes into half guard.
Viera trying to control from half guard but Sixty Five is working away. #SUB2#
Viera is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Sixty Five is trying to get back to full guard.
Sixty Five gets full guard.#T9#
Sixty Five trying to keep a closed guard but Viera is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2#
Viera drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Sixty Five manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Viera has Sixty Five in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sixty Five (19) vs (6) Viera
Sixty Five trying to control the position from guard on top but Viera is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Viera is trying to control the position but Sixty Five postures up.
Sixty Five pushing down on Viera's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Viera works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Sixty Five avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Sixty Five pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Viera is keeping the position for now. #T10#
Viera keeping moving, preventing Sixty Five from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Viera has an active guard here but Sixty Five has managed to pass into half guard.
Sixty Five is pressing down on Viera's thigh, looking to free his foot. Viera is holding on for now.
Sixty Five trying to control the pace. #T11##SUB2#
Viera looking for submissions off his back.
Viera is not content to let Sixty Five control the position.#SUB#
Sixty Five seems to be looking for submissions.
Viera is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Viera actively working from the bottom here.#T12##SUB2#
Viera is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sixty Five pulls his head out easily.
Viera looks winded!
Sixty Five works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Sixty Five (22) vs (6) Viera
Sixty Five wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Viera is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T13##SUB#
Sixty Five is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Viera is surviving well by controlling Sixty Five's body position as best he can.
Sixty Five moves to the back. Score +3 for taking back: Sixty Five (25) vs (6) Viera#SUB#
Viera showing good submission defense here.
Sixty Five has the hooks in. Viera is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB#
Sixty Five is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Viera is tapping out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 13:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Android Sixty Five!
A victorious Android Sixty Five 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:
SSG 171 Hlervu vs Standish
Date: Jul 09, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Lester Green! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Milton Viera!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Ian Loll and Trevor Gratis.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Viera stuffs the takedown attempt from Green. Green gets slowly back to his feet.
Green tries to clinch but Viera is having none of it.
Viera is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#TD2#
Viera closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Green to the mat! Green manages to get full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Green (0) vs (2) Viera
Viera trying to control the position from guard on top but Green is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Green working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Viera doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Viera manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Viera is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Green 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Viera wants to control from the top but Green keeps moving.
Green is trying to hold Viera in close to prevent damage but Viera has managed to pass into half guard.
#T1#
Viera wants to control but Green is keeping him busy.
Viera wants to free his trapped foot but Green is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Green is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Viera's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Viera's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Green (4) vs (2) Viera
Viera tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Viera keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Green takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Viera regains half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Viera tries to get to full guard but Green has control of the leg. #T2##SUB#
Green wants to work for an arm triangle but Viera is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Green wants to pass to mount but Viera is defending the position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Green in particular looking to stall.
Viera is staying active underneath Green, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Viera tries to get to full guard but Green has control of the leg. #T3##SUB#
Green is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Viera is just riding it out for now. Green eventually gives up the hold.
Viera is positioning himself well to prevent Green advancing to mount. #SUB#
Green is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Viera defends it well. #SUB2#
Viera with the active half guard here but Green passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Green (7) vs (2) Viera
Green tries to advance to mount but Viera instead regains half guard. #T4#
Green wants to pass the guard but Viera is defending well.
Green wants to lay and pray for a moment but Viera keeps working. #SUB#
Green is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Viera is just riding it out for now. Green eventually gives up the hold.
Green looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T5#
Viera wants to improve his position but Green is controlling well.
Still in half guard, Green seems content to control.
Green trying to control from half guard but Viera is working away.
Viera wants to get back to full guard.
Viera is in trouble now - Green has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Green (10) vs (2) Viera
Green is looking to work his way around to Viera's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Green trying to control but Viera is having none of it. #T6#
Viera is working to get back to half guard.
Green can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Viera is looking to escape.
Viera bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Green (10) vs (4) Viera
Viera looking to sit in guard and control but Green gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Green (12) vs (4) Viera
Green is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T7#
Green wants to control from the top but Viera keeps moving. #SUB2#
Viera working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Green doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Green manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Green wants to control from the top but Viera keeps moving.
Green pushing down on Viera's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Green is trying to control. Viera wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Green uses his free foot to push down on Viera's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Viera. Score +3 for passing guard: Green (15) vs (4) Viera
Green controlling the position easily from mount. #T8#
Viera tries to reverse the position but Green maintains control.
Green looking to control but Viera is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Viera can't escape the position.
Green seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Viera is holding on tight.
Viera is just holding on here. Green manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Green (18) vs (4) Viera
Viera is in bad spot here.
#T9#
Green doesn't have the hooks in and Viera manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Green (18) vs (6) Viera
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Viera wants to pass the guard but Green is keeping the position.
Viera wants to control from the top but Green keeps moving.
Green trying to keep a closed guard but Viera is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2#
Viera drops back, looking for a kneebar! Green looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Green looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Green! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Green (22) vs (6) Viera
Green is looking to take a break and control but Viera is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Viera is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T10#
Green is trying to move to mount but Viera reverses beautifully and ends up in Green's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Green (22) vs (8) Viera
Viera slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Viera stopping the sweep attempt from Green.
Green is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Viera trying to control the position from guard on top but Green is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Viera not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T11#
Green is pulling down on Viera's head to control his posture.
Green is trying to keep Viera in close.
#SUB#
Green is looking for a triangle but Viera pushes his legs off easily.
Viera trying to control but Green is working from the bottom.
Viera trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Viera is looking to pass into half guard but Green pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Green is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Green (24) vs (8) Viera#SUB2#
Viera throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Viera is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T12#
Green pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Viera is keeping the position for now.
Green advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Green (27) vs (8) Viera
Viera manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Viera wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Green is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Viera is looking to control Green's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Viera avoid being mounted?#T13#
Green has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Green (30) vs (8) Viera
Viera is in all sorts of trouble here.
Viera tries to lock up and control but Green gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Green trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Viera working to try and regain half guard.
Viera tries to lock up and control but Green gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB#
Green looking to secure an arm triangle but Viera defends it well. #T14#
Green tries to control but Viera wriggling away.
Viera reaches up to try and control the position but Green seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Viera rolls and tries to escape and now Green has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Green (33) vs (8) Viera
Green controlling well, preventing Viera from escaping the position.
Green gets his hands free as Viera looks to control.
Green wants to control but Viera is keeping busy.
Viera trying to control the position but Green manages to sink in the hooks.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Green tries to get the hooks in deep but Viera pushed the leg off.
Viera is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Green just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Green takes the fight on points by 33 to 8.
A relieved looking Lester Green thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
SSG 167 Beat The Man 5
Date: Jul 02, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Milton Viera! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Francisco Ngannou!
The judges for this bout are Reed Andrews, John Kavanagh and Alyssa Summers.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Ngannou misses with a takedown attempt - Viera sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Viera tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Ngannou manages to circle out of the way.
Viera stuffs the takedown.
Ngannou shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Viera as he jumps to the side.
Milton Viera has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Francisco Ngannou.#TD#
Viera is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Ngannou's half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Viera (2) vs (0) Ngannou
Viera is trying to control. Ngannou wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Viera is looking for a kimura but Ngannou is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Viera to get the leverage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Viera prevents Ngannou from improving his position.#SUB#
Viera is trying a forearm choke� I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Ngannou is looking for a sweep. Viera is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T1##SUB#
Viera is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Ngannou is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Ngannou has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Viera. Oh but Ngannou has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Viera goes limp - he's gone! Ngannou jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Francisco Ngannou!
An out of breath Francisco Ngannou thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
SSG 159 Hlervu vs Schaubi
Date: Jun 18, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 4 losses; Mitsuhiro Ishida! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Milton Viera!
The judges for this bout are Dean Styles, Lou da Vinci and Anthony Taglia.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Viera bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Ishida (0) vs (4) Viera
Ishida is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Viera is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Ishida knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Viera goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Ishida has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Viera but great work by Ishida. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ishida (4) vs (4) Viera
Viera is trying to control Ishida's posture but Ishida avoids it. #SUB#
Ishida goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Viera has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Ishida but great work by Viera. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ishida (4) vs (8) Viera
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Viera trying to control the position but Ishida is working away. #SUB2#
Viera is trying to get an arm triangle but Ishida is defending well.
Ishida is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T1##SUB2#
Viera is trying to get an arm triangle but Ishida is defending well. #SUB2#
Viera is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ishida is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Viera advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Ishida (4) vs (10) Viera#SUB2#
Viera goes for an armbar but he's not got it� Ishida turns into him and now he's in Viera's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ishida (6) vs (10) Viera#SUB2#
Viera looking for a guillotine here but Ishida defends easily.
#T2##SUB#
Ishida drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Ishida jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Viera throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Ishida escapes and throws Viera's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ishida (9) vs (10) Viera
Viera tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T3##SUB#
Ishida tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
You can see the frustration on Viera's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Viera is trying to improve his position.
Viera manages to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Viera actively working from the bottom here.
Viera gets back to full guard.
Viera is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB#
Ishida drops back, looking for a kneebar! Viera looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Viera looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Viera! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ishida (9) vs (14) Viera#SUB2#
Viera is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Ishida has escaped the position, nice work there. #T5##SUB2#
Viera tries for a kimura but Ishida is defending well. #SUB2#
Viera working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Viera wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Ishida, who protects the arm well.
Ishida manages to get back to half guard.#T6#
Viera works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ishida (9) vs (17) Viera
Viera fails to take his opponent's back. #SUB2#
Viera is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Ishida has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Ishida! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ishida (11) vs (17) Viera#SUB2#
Viera is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ishida works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T7#
Viera is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Viera looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Ishida is looking for a kimura but Viera is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Ishida to get the leverage. #SUB#
Ishida is looking for a kimura but Viera is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Ishida to get the leverage. #SUB#
Ishida is looking for a kimura but Viera is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Ishida to get the leverage. #SUB#
Ishida looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB2#
Viera actively working from the bottom here.#T8##SUB#
Ishida is looking for a kimura here.
Viera gets full guard.#SUB2#
Viera pushes a forearm under Ishida's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Ishida is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Milton Viera! |
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Event:
SSG 150 Chai vs Solo
Date: May 28, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Andrei Fry! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Milton Viera!
The judges for this bout are Chad Campbell, Bruno Lombardi and Dean Styles.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Viera closes the distance and pushes Fry back into the cage.#TD#
Fry lands a takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Fry (2) vs (0) Viera
Fry postures up.
#SUB2#
Viera escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Fry gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Viera throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Viera is trying to control the position but Fry postures up. #SUB2#
Viera looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Fry is defending well. Viera quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Fry has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Viera celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Milton Viera!
Andrei Fry was interviewed post fight and said 'Whoops'. |
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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 Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Milton Viera! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Yuanwei Fenfang!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Percy O'Donnell and Timothy Bukovac.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Fenfang bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Viera (0) vs (4) Fenfang
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Viera stops Fenfang from passing to mount.
Fenfang wants to lay and pray for a moment but Viera keeps working.
Fenfang is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Viera wants to control but Fenfang postures up.#SUB2#
Fenfang is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Viera knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Viera is trying to control Fenfang's posture but Fenfang avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Fenfang is trying to get an arm triangle but Viera is defending well.
Viera is not content to let Fenfang control the position. #T1#
Viera tries to buck Fenfang off but Fenfang is having none of it.
You can see the frustration on Viera's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
Fenfang tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Fenfang has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Fenfang thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Viera is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Fenfang's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T2##SUB2#
Fenfang seems to be looking for submissions.
Fenfang prevents Viera from improving his position.#SUB2#
Fenfang is working for a submission of some sort.
Fenfang is looking to stall here but Viera recovers full guard. #SUB#
Fenfang got a little sloppy there for a moment and Viera has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Fenfang has managed to get both his arms back between Viera's legs - danger averted.#T3#
Fenfang passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Fenfang 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.
Fenfang controlling the pace. #SUB#
Viera looking for submissions off his back.
Viera trying to hold on to Fenfang's head to control him but Fenfang postures up.
#T4#
Fenfang is trying to control the action in half guard but Viera is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Fenfang is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Viera doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Fenfang.
Viera wants to control but Fenfang is keeping busy.
Fenfang moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (0) vs (7) Fenfang
Fenfang advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Viera (0) vs (9) Fenfang#T5##SUB2#
Fenfang goes for an armbar but Viera turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Viera. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (2) vs (9) Fenfang
Fenfang really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Viera. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB2#
Fenfang is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Fenfang looking for a triangle here. Viera is fighting it but it looks tight! Fenfang pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Viera is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Yuanwei Fenfang! |
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