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Event:
CFC CG 11
Date: May 06, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 4 losses; Francisco Ngannou! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 3 losses; Anderson Da Silva!
The judges for this bout are Alec Ball, Steve Smith and Ian Loll.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Da Silva scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Ngannou (0) vs (4) Da Silva
Ngannou tries to buck Da Silva off but Da Silva is having none of it.
Ngannou regains half guard.
Ngannou is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Da Silva is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Ngannou is refusing to be controlled, as Da Silva sits in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ngannou manages to get to full guard.
Ngannou 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.
Da Silva wants to pass the guard but Ngannou is keeping the position.#T1#
Da Silva trying to control the position from guard on top but Ngannou is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Da Silva controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Ngannou is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Da Silva defends well.#SUB#
Ngannou had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Da Silva defends it easily.
Ngannou is trying to keep Da Silva in close.
Da Silva trying to control but Ngannou is working from the bottom. #T2#
Ngannou working a defensive guard here.
Da Silva sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Ngannou's guard. #SUB2#
Da Silva is working for a submission of some sort.
Ngannou wants to control but Da Silva is keeping busy.
#SUB#
Ngannou looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Ngannou is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Da Silva pulls his head out easily.
Ngannou gets full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Da Silva looking to pass the guard.
Ngannou wants to sweep here but Da Silva controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Ngannou is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Da Silva is aware though and is defending well.
Ngannou is trying to keep Da Silva in close.
Ngannou seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Da Silva trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Da Silva drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Da Silva jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Da Silva trying to control the position from guard on top but Ngannou is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Da Silva is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Ngannou looking for a sweep. Not yet Ngannou, not yet.
Da Silva trying to control but Ngannou is working from the bottom. #T4##SUB#
Ngannou is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Da Silva stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ngannou swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Ngannou looking for a guillotine here but Da Silva defends easily.
#SUB#
Ngannou working for submissions but it's allowed Da Silva to get to half guard.
Ngannou wants to control but Da Silva is keeping busy.
Da Silva prevents Ngannou from improving his position.#T5##SUB2#
Da Silva is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Da Silva trying to mount his opponent but Ngannou defends it.
Da Silva wants to control but Ngannou is keeping him busy.
Ngannou is pressing down on Da Silva's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Ngannou has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Da Silva can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Da Silva tries to free his leg and advance position but Ngannou is retaining full guard.
Ngannou looking to hit a scissor sweep but Da Silva is one step ahead there. #T6#
Da Silva tries to free his leg and advance position but Ngannou is retaining full guard.
Ngannou keeping moving, preventing Da Silva from controlling successfully.
Da Silva advances to half guard. #SUB#
Ngannou looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Da Silva wants to control but Ngannou is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Da Silva is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ngannou doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Da Silva.
Ngannou wants to control but Da Silva is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T7##SUB2#
Da Silva is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ngannou is just riding it out for now. Da Silva eventually gives up the hold.
Ngannou wants to control but Da Silva is keeping busy.
Ngannou makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Ngannou.
Da Silva tries to free his leg and advance position but Ngannou is retaining full guard.
Da Silva preventing the sweep.
Ngannou keeping moving, preventing Da Silva from controlling successfully.
Da Silva wants to pass the guard but Ngannou is keeping the position.
Da Silva looking to sit in guard and control but Ngannou gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ngannou (2) vs (4) Da Silva#T8#
Da Silva wants to sweep but no luck.
Da Silva keeping moving, preventing Ngannou from controlling successfully.
Ngannou advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ngannou (5) vs (4) Da Silva
Da Silva gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ngannou (7) vs (4) Da Silva
Ngannou trying to control but Da Silva is having none of it. #SUB#
Ngannou looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#T9#
Da Silva is working to get back to half guard.
Ngannou tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Da Silva looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Ngannou (10) vs (4) Da Silva#SUB#
Ngannou is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Da Silva knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Da Silva for a finish. #SUB#
Ngannou working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Da Silva is really stuck here.
#T10##SUB#
Ngannou is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
#SUB#
Ngannou is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Da Silva defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Da Silva rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Da Silva trying to control from the bottom.
Da Silva tries to get to full guard but Ngannou has control of the leg.
Da Silva keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Ngannou is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Da Silva is just riding it out for now. Ngannou eventually gives up the hold. #T11#
Da Silva wants to control but Ngannou is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Ngannou is looking for a kimura here.
Da Silva makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Da Silva.
Da Silva 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: Ngannou (10) vs (6) Da Silva#SUB2#
Da Silva is looking for a kimura but Ngannou is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Da Silva to get the leverage. #SUB#
Ngannou looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T12#
Ngannou is refusing to be controlled, as Da Silva sits in half guard.
Da Silva perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Da Silva wants to pass to mount but Ngannou is defending the position. #SUB#
Ngannou looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Da Silva passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ngannou (10) vs (9) Da Silva
Ngannou is trying to control Da Silva's posture but Da Silva avoids it.
Ngannou prevents Da Silva from moving into mount. #T13#
Ngannou struggling a bit here.
Da Silva tries to advance position but instead Ngannou slips a leg back in to half guard.
Ngannou gets full guard.#SUB#
Ngannou looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Da Silva controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Ngannou wants to sweep here but Da Silva controlling him for the moment.
Da Silva trying to control the position from guard on top but Ngannou is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Da Silva drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Ngannou manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Da Silva has Ngannou in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ngannou (12) vs (9) Da Silva#T14#
Ngannou tries to free his leg and advance position but Da Silva is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Da Silva is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Ngannou rolls with it to try and escape but Da Silva cranks on the arm and Ngannou is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Anderson Da Silva!
Anderson Da Silva decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CFC CG 8
Date: Apr 14, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 4 losses; Francisco Ngannou! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Enrique Vega!
The judges for this bout are Robert Douchet, William Peck and Gregory Folan.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Vega shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #CL#
and Ngannou counters by clinching up.
Vega is looking for a takedown.#TD#
Ngannou gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Vega regains guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ngannou (2) vs (0) Vega
Ngannou trying to control but Vega is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Vega is looking for a triangle here but Ngannou uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ngannou (5) vs (0) Vega
Vega tries to improve position but can't.
Vega is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB#
Ngannou is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Vega has escaped the position, nice work there.
Ngannou wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vega keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vega is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Ngannou thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T1#
Vega prevents Ngannou from moving into mount.
Ngannou works to advance to full mount. Vega defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Ngannou (7) vs (0) Vega
Vega keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Vega looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Ngannou (10) vs (0) Vega
Vega is in bad spot here.
#SUB#
Ngannou has the hooks in and he's looking for a rear naked choke here. Vega is defending well but eventually Ngannou manages to get an arm under the chin and he's locked on the RNC! Vega has no choice but to tap now! He does! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Francisco Ngannou!
During a confident post fight interview, Francisco Ngannou thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CFC CG 7
Date: Apr 07, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 4 losses; Francisco Ngannou! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Douglas Muir!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Robert Douchet and William Peck.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Ngannou shoots in for a takedown but Muir shows good takedown defense.
Ngannou stuffs the takedown attempt from Muir. Muir gets slowly back to his feet.
Muir misses with a takedown attempt #TD#
and Ngannou counters with a takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Ngannou (4) vs (0) Muir
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Ngannou wants to lay and pray for a moment but Muir keeps working.
Muir is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Ngannou looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Ngannou advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Ngannou (6) vs (0) Muir
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Ngannou looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Ngannou has control of Muir's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Muir regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Muir tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T1#
Ngannou is looking to work his way around to Muir's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position. #SUB#
Ngannou is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Muir has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Ngannou can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Muir is looking to escape. #SUB#
Muir defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Ngannou.
Muir is desperately trying to improve his position but Ngannou has a good base and remains in mount.
Muir really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Ngannou. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Ngannou looking to secure an arm triangle but Muir defends it well.
Muir 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.
Ngannou passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ngannou (9) vs (0) Muir#SUB#
Ngannou looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #T2#
Muir keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Muir keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Muir defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Ngannou.
Ngannou can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Muir is looking to escape. #SUB#
Muir defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Ngannou.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Ngannou wants to control the pace but Muir is squirming around nicely. #SUB#
Ngannou is working to isolate an arm here. It's a telegraphed submission attempt but he's gone for it anyway - and he's got it! Ngannou extends the arm and Muir is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). 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:
MMAH 112
Date: Feb 24, 2024 |
#R1#
Good leg kick by Dantes.
Nice straight punches there by Dantes. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Dantes.
Dantes with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Dantes throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD#
and Ngannou counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Ngannou.
Dantes controls Ngannou momentarily but Ngannou frees himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ngannou sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Dantes can't keep his opponent in guard - Ngannou advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Dantes is trying to stand up here but Ngannou is controlling him well.
Ngannou winds up and cracks Dantes with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Ngannou wants to pass the guard but Dantes is defending well. #SUB#
Ngannou 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. Dantes tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Ngannou!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Francisco Ngannou!
Our winner, Francisco Ngannou, 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:
MMAH 109
Date: Feb 03, 2024 |
#R1#
A telegraphed right hand from Ragnarsson misses the target.
A big left from Ragnarsson misses.
Ngannou attempts a counter takedown but Ragnarsson avoids it well and moves away.
Ragnarsson tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD#
and Ngannou counters with a nice double leg into side control. Ragnarsson won't be happy with that.
Ragnarsson tries to buck Ngannou off but Ngannou is having none of it.
The strikes coming from Ngannou are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #SUB#
Ngannou looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ragnarsson is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Ngannou off and has taken his back!
Ragnarsson controlling the position well here. Ngannou rolled but Ragnarsson kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T1#
Ragnarsson lands a punch to the side of the head from the back.
Ragnarsson lands shots from the back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ngannou just trying to survive but Ragnarsson is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Ragnarsson is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #T2#
Ragnarsson has the hooks in. Ngannou is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Ngannou breaks Ragnarsson's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Ragnarsson seems keen to control Ngannou's posture.
Ngannou wants to control from the top but Ragnarsson keeps moving.
Ngannou wants to pass the guard but Ragnarsson is keeping the position.
Ragnarsson looking to control.
#T3#
Ngannou postures up and lands a big shot to Ragnarsson's brow.
Ngannou is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Ragnarsson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ragnarsson is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #SUB#
Ngannou drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Ngannou as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Ragnarsson screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Ngannou! Nice submission victory there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Francisco Ngannou!
Francisco Ngannou decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
MMAH 105
Date: Jan 07, 2024 |
#R1#
Abott ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#TD#
Ngannou drives through with a takedown into guard.
Ngannou looking to pass the guard.
Abott keeping moving, preventing Ngannou from controlling successfully.
Abott really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Ngannou. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Ngannou landing some decent shots from guard.
Ngannou trying to control the position from guard on top but Abott is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Abott is looking to stand up but Ngannou isn't so interested in that idea. #T1#
Ngannou sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Abott scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Ngannou might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Abott postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Ngannou sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Abott sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Ngannou defending well though. #T2#
Ngannou tries to get to full guard but Abott has control of the leg.
Ngannou slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Abott wants to control from the top but Ngannou keeps moving.
Abott slips nicely into half guard.#SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Ngannou looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ngannou gets full guard.
Abott lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Abott's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Abott throwing strikes from guard but Ngannou blocks nicely.
Ngannou lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T3#
Ngannou advances position into side control!
Ngannou lands an elbow.
Ngannou working away.#SUB#
Ngannou tries for a kimura but Abott is defending well. #SUB#
Ngannou thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4##SUB#
Ngannou is working to tighten his grip on Abott's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Abott has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Ngannou is really squeezing tight and eventually Abott passes out! Ngannou breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Francisco Ngannou!
A relieved looking Francisco Ngannou 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 231 Feet vs Chai
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 New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Enzo Belmiro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 3 losses; Francisco Ngannou!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Franklin, Wesley Smith and Cecil Peabody.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Ngannou 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: Belmiro (0) vs (2) Ngannou
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Belmiro slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Ngannou won't allow Belmiro to sweep him here.
Ngannou is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Belmiro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ngannou controls from within his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Belmiro 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: Belmiro (2) vs (2) Ngannou#SUB#
Belmiro seems to be working for a kimura but Ngannou defends the submission attempt.#T1#
Ngannou keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Ngannou gets back to full guard.
Ngannou keeping full guard, as Belmiro tries to pass.
Ngannou looking to control.
Belmiro preventing the sweep.
Belmiro tries to free his leg and advance position but Ngannou is retaining full guard. #T2#
Ngannou looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Ngannou looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Belmiro trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Belmiro is pushing down on Ngannou's leg trying to pass to half guard. Ngannou is fighting to maintain full guard but Belmiro has managed to sneak the leg through.
Ngannou is staying active underneath Belmiro, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Belmiro is really struggling to control Ngannou but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Belmiro wants to free his trapped foot but Ngannou is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ngannou wants to get back to full guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Belmiro wants to take a breather but Ngannou is having none of it.
Ngannou is looking for a sweep. Belmiro is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ngannou keeps trying to improve his position.#T3#
Ngannou is in trouble now - Belmiro has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Belmiro (5) vs (2) Ngannou
Belmiro trying to control but Ngannou is having none of it.
Ngannou holds of for dear life.
Belmiro controlling the pace for now.
Ngannou is working to get back to half guard.
#T4##SUB#
Belmiro has hold of Ngannou's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Ngannou manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Belmiro avoids the attempt from Ngannou to control.
Ngannou working to try and regain half guard.
#SUB#
Ngannou defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Belmiro.
Ngannou holds on for dear life, controlling Belmiro's posture momentarily.
Belmiro can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ngannou is looking to escape.
Ngannou is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T5#
Ngannou is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Ngannou is squirming around, avoiding Belmiro's attempts to control the action.
Ngannou is controlling an arm, preventing Belmiro from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Ngannou 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.
Belmiro seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Belmiro wants to take a breather but Ngannou is having none of it.
Ngannou wants to control but Belmiro is keeping busy.
#SUB#
Belmiro is looking for a kimura but Ngannou is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Belmiro to get the leverage. #T6#
Ngannou wants to control but Belmiro is keeping busy.
Belmiro wants to take a breather but Ngannou is having none of it.
Ngannou slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Belmiro showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Ngannou looking for a sweep. Not yet Ngannou, not yet. #SUB#
Belmiro drops back, looking for a kneebar! Ngannou looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Ngannou looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Ngannou! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Belmiro (5) vs (6) Ngannou
Belmiro is looking for a sweep.#T7#
Ngannou gets to mount! Belmiro was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Belmiro (5) vs (8) Ngannou
Belmiro prevents Ngannou from taking his back.
Belmiro is looking to improve his position but Ngannou isn't that keen on the idea.
Ngannou controlling from the full mount. #T8#
Belmiro has given up his back here. Will Ngannou look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Belmiro (5) vs (11) Ngannou
You can see the frustration on Belmiro's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Belmiro staying busy and making it hard for Ngannou to control. #T9#
Ngannou keeps control of the position easily here as Belmiro tries to buck him off.
Ngannou struggling to keep hold of the position.
Ngannou not allowing Belmiro to control his hands.
Ngannou is hanging on to Belmiro's back as he tries to escape.
Good control from Ngannou.#T10##SUB2#
Ngannou is looking for the choke from the back position but Belmiro is controlling his hands well.
Ngannou 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.
Ngannou doesn't have the hooks in and Belmiro manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Belmiro (7) vs (11) Ngannou
Belmiro wants to pass the guard but Ngannou is keeping the position.
Belmiro trying to control but Ngannou is working from the bottom.
Ngannou is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ngannou seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Belmiro slips nicely into half guard.#T11#
Belmiro is trying to control the action in half guard but Ngannou is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Belmiro is pressing down on Ngannou's thigh, looking to free his foot. Ngannou is holding on for now.
Belmiro stalling. #SUB#
Belmiro is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ngannou has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Belmiro is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ngannou defends it well. #T12#
Ngannou moves into full guard.
Ngannou wants to sweep here but Belmiro controlling him for the moment.
Ngannou is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Belmiro trying to control the position from guard on top but Ngannou is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Belmiro 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.
Ngannou keeping moving, preventing Belmiro from controlling successfully.
Belmiro 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. #T13#
Ngannou is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Belmiro trying to control but Ngannou is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Belmiro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ngannou swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ngannou trying to control the position here.
Ngannou is continuing to stall.#T14#
Belmiro wants to pass the guard but Ngannou is keeping the position.
Belmiro slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Belmiro (10) vs (11) Ngannou
Ngannou is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Ngannou wants to control but Belmiro is keeping busy.
Belmiro works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Belmiro (13) vs (11) Ngannou
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ngannou sneaks back into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Belmiro takes the fight on points by 13 to 11. |
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Event:
SSG 218 Helvig vs McCain
Date: Oct 22, 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 10 wins and 2 losses; Francisco Ngannou! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 8 losses; Odaishah Yasalmibaal!
The judges for this bout are Robert Douchet, Alec Ball and Yves DeLean.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Yasalmibaal fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Ngannou to the ground. Yasalmibaal is now in Ngannou's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ngannou (0) vs (2) Yasalmibaal
Ngannou wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Ngannou is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Ngannou working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Yasalmibaal doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Yasalmibaal manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Ngannou keeping full guard, as Yasalmibaal tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ngannou looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Yasalmibaal puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Ngannou makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Ngannou.#T1#
Yasalmibaal postures up.
Yasalmibaal trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Yasalmibaal looking to sit in guard and control but Ngannou gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ngannou (2) vs (2) Yasalmibaal
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ngannou looking to pass the guard.
Ngannou trying to move into half guard but instead Yasalmibaal has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ngannou (2) vs (4) Yasalmibaal
Ngannou controls Yasalmibaal momentarily but Yasalmibaal frees himself. #SUB#
Ngannou has his foot on Yasalmibaal's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Yasalmibaal works his way back into a safe position though.#T2#
Ngannou is pulling down on Yasalmibaal's head to control his posture. #SUB#
Ngannou working for submissions but it's allowed Yasalmibaal to get to half guard.
Ngannou is trying to get back to full guard.
Yasalmibaal wants to take a breather but Ngannou is having none of it.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T3#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Ngannou wants to control but Yasalmibaal passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ngannou (2) vs (7) Yasalmibaal
Yasalmibaal has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Ngannou (2) vs (9) Yasalmibaal
Ngannou really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Ngannou regains half guard.
Ngannou is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
Yasalmibaal passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ngannou (2) vs (12) Yasalmibaal
Ngannou manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Ngannou moves into full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Yasalmibaal drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Ngannou dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ngannou (4) vs (12) Yasalmibaal
Ngannou works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T5#
Ngannou wants to pass to mount but Yasalmibaal is defending the position.
Ngannou is just content to waste time from the top position. Yasalmibaal takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Ngannou trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ngannou looking to sit in guard and control but Yasalmibaal gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ngannou (4) vs (14) Yasalmibaal
Ngannou is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T6#
Yasalmibaal trying to control but Ngannou is working from the bottom.
Ngannou not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB#
Ngannou looking for subs off his back but Yasalmibaal has passed one foot through into half guard.
Ngannou trying to hold on to Yasalmibaal's head to control him but Yasalmibaal postures up.
#T7##SUB2#
Yasalmibaal wants to work for an arm triangle but Ngannou is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Ngannou trying to control here.
Ngannou tries to roll over but Yasalmibaal keeps him under control.
Ngannou regains full guard. Nicely done.
Ngannou is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
Ngannou has his foot on Yasalmibaal's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Yasalmibaal works his way back into a safe position though.
Yasalmibaal must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T8#
Ngannou keeping full guard, as Yasalmibaal tries to pass.
Ngannou not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Yasalmibaal trying to control but Ngannou is working from the bottom.
Ngannou manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Yasalmibaal manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ngannou (6) vs (14) Yasalmibaal
Yasalmibaal keeping full guard, as Ngannou tries to pass. #T9#
Ngannou wants to control from the top but Yasalmibaal keeps moving. #SUB2#
Yasalmibaal looking for a guillotine here but Ngannou defends easily.
Ngannou passes Yasalmibaal's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Yasalmibaal actively working from the bottom here.#T10#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Ngannou in particular looking to stall.
Yasalmibaal is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Ngannou is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Yasalmibaal has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Ngannou escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Ngannou! Score +3 for passing guard: Ngannou (9) vs (14) Yasalmibaal#T11##SUB#
Ngannou is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Yasalmibaal knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Ngannou has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Yasalmibaal! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ngannou (11) vs (14) Yasalmibaal
Ngannou controlling the position easily from mount. #T12#
Yasalmibaal is squirming around, avoiding Ngannou's attempts to control the action.
Ngannou prevents Yasalmibaal from getting the reversal.
Ngannou wants to control the pace but Yasalmibaal is squirming around nicely. #T13#
Yasalmibaal 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.
Ngannou trying to control the action but Yasalmibaal is working from the bottom.
Ngannou wants to pass to mount but Yasalmibaal is defending the position.
Yasalmibaal is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ngannou's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ngannou's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ngannou (11) vs (18) Yasalmibaal#T14##SUB2#
Yasalmibaal is looking for the choke from the back position but Ngannou is controlling his hands well.
Ngannou can't escape the position.
Yasalmibaal is trying to stick to Ngannou's back but Ngannou is turning into Yasalmibaal. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Yasalmibaal's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Ngannou. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ngannou (13) vs (18) Yasalmibaal#SUB2#
Yasalmibaal looking for a guillotine here but Ngannou defends easily.
Yasalmibaal looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that's the end of the fight!
Yasalmibaal wins on points by 18 to 13.
A victorious Odaishah Yasalmibaal 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 209 Gaul vs Green
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 Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 4 losses; Addy Edison! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 2 losses; Francisco Ngannou!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Robert Twigg and George Francis.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Edison rushes Ngannou and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Ngannou drops down looking for an ankle pick but Edison pulls his leg out and moves away.
#TD2#
Ngannou manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Edison on his heels. He'll look to pass Edison's guard now, I'm sure. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Edison (0) vs (2) Ngannou
Ngannou trying to control the position from guard on top but Edison is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Edison looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Ngannou passes into half guard.
Edison is refusing to be controlled, as Ngannou sits in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Edison actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Ngannou is trying to work for a kimura but Edison is defending well.
#T1#
Ngannou works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Edison (0) vs (5) Ngannou
Edison is working to get back to half guard.
Ngannou wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Ngannou moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Edison (0) vs (8) Ngannou#T2#
Edison staying busy and making it hard for Ngannou to control. #SUB2#
Ngannou 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, Edison has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
#SUB2#
Ngannou is looking for the choke from the back position but Edison is controlling his hands well. #SUB2#
Ngannou looking for the choke but no joy.
Edison can't escape the position.
#T3##SUB2#
Edison defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Ngannou's arms. #SUB2#
Ngannou looking for the choke from the back.
Ngannou struggling to keep hold of the position.
#SUB2#
Ngannou tightening his grip on Edison, looking for the choke.
Edison rolls, trying to escape but Ngannou keeps control of the position.
#T4#
Will Ngannou go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Ngannou keeps control of the position as Edison tries to break free.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Edison looking very determined here, making life difficult for Ngannou.
#SUB2#
Edison defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Ngannou's arms. #T5#
Edison staying busy and making it hard for Ngannou to control. #SUB2#
Edison 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 Ngannou gets his way!
Edison is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Ngannou controlling the position well here. Edison rolled but Ngannou kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T6#
Edison is keeping busy.
Ngannou biding his time, controlling Edison.
Ngannou wants to control but Edison is keeping busy.#T7##SUB2#
Ngannou working for the choke.
Ngannou controlling the position well here. Edison rolled but Ngannou kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Edison can't escape the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Edison looking very determined here, making life difficult for Ngannou.
#T8##SUB2#
Ngannou is looking for the choke from the back position but Edison is controlling his hands well. #SUB2#
Edison defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Ngannou's arms. #SUB2#
Ngannou looking for the choke but no joy. #SUB2#
Ngannou looking for the choke from the back. #T9#
Ngannou looking to hold on to the position here but Edison rolls and ends up regaining guard.
Ngannou tries to free his leg and advance position but Edison is retaining full guard.
Ngannou 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. #SUB2#
Ngannou has gone for a leg lock! Edison slips out almost immediately though and dives into Ngannou's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Edison (2) vs (8) Ngannou
Edison pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ngannou is keeping the position for now.
Edison is fighting to break Ngannou's control of his arms but Ngannou is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T10##SUB#
Edison has gone for a leg lock! Ngannou slips out almost immediately though and dives into Edison's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Edison (2) vs (10) Ngannou
Ngannou works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Ngannou moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Edison (2) vs (13) Ngannou
Edison is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Ngannou advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Edison (2) vs (15) Ngannou#T11##SUB2#
Ngannou looking to secure an arm triangle but Edison defends it well.
Ngannou moves to the back. Score +3 for taking back: Edison (2) vs (18) Ngannou
A lull in the action here.
You can see the frustration on Edison's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T12#
Edison prevents Ngannou from getting a body triangle.
Edison tries to escape the position.
#SUB2#
Ngannou has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB2#
Ngannou working for the choke. #SUB2#
Ngannou working for a choke but Edison reverses nicely into Ngannou 's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Edison (4) vs (18) Ngannou#T13#
Ngannou wants to sweep here but Edison controlling him for the moment.
Ngannou manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Edison manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Edison (4) vs (20) Ngannou
Ngannou pushes down on Edison's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Ngannou performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T14##SUB2#
Ngannou is trying to work for a kimura but Edison is defending well.
Edison wants to get back to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ngannou seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Edison does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Ngannou moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Edison (4) vs (23) Ngannou
Ngannou trying to control the action but Edison is working from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ngannou wins on points by 23 to 4.
Our winner, Francisco Ngannou, 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 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 3 wins and 6 losses; Stella Fella! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 2 losses; Francisco Ngannou!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Robert Douchet and Yves DeLean.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Ngannou with a lazy takedown attempt #CL#
and Fella counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Fella is working for takedown but Ngannou is calmly controlling the position for now.#TD#
Fella gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Fella (2) vs (0) Ngannou
Fella is stalling in the full guard.
Fella trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ngannou not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Fella wants to control from the top but Ngannou keeps moving.
Fella is really struggling to control Ngannou but he's trying to hold on to the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fella wants to pass the guard but Ngannou is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Ngannou working for a triangle but Fella defends it easily.
Fella has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T1#
Ngannou 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.
Ngannou not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Fella trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ngannou looking for a sweep. Not yet Ngannou, not yet. #SUB2#
Ngannou throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Ngannou not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ngannou keeping moving, preventing Fella from controlling successfully. #T2#
Fella is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Ngannou is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Ngannou looking to hit a scissor sweep but Fella is one step ahead there.
Fella is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB2#
Ngannou working for a triangle but Fella defends it easily.
Ngannou not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T3#
Ngannou 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.
Ngannou keeping moving, preventing Fella from controlling successfully.
Fella showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Fella seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Ngannou for as long as he can get away with.#SUB2#
Fella has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Ngannou to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Fella is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Ngannou pulls down on the head and he's put Fella to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Francisco Ngannou!
Francisco Ngannou 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 189 Makaro vs Dukat
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 London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 7 losses; Robert Melia! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 2 losses; Francisco Ngannou!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, Dillan Fox and William Peck.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Nice sprawl there from Melia as Ngannou shoots in.
Melia defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Ngannou.
Melia tries to counter with a takedown but Ngannou is quick to defend against it.
Ngannou tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Melia defends well and Ngannou ends up having to push Melia into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Robert Melia has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Francisco Ngannou.
Melia stuffs the takedown attempt from Ngannou. Ngannou gets slowly back to his feet.
Ngannou tries to score a power double leg takedown but Melia sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Ngannou somewhat.
Melia half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Francisco Ngannou seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ngannou goes for a double leg but Melia avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Melia continues to drive forward.#TD2#
Ngannou shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Melia (0) vs (2) Ngannou
Ngannou tries to pass to full mount but Melia defends it. #T1#
Melia wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Ngannou is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Ngannou wants to lay and pray for a moment but Melia keeps working. #SUB2#
Ngannou is looking for a kimura but Melia is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Ngannou to get the leverage.
Melia tries to roll over but Ngannou keeps him under control.#T2##SUB2#
Ngannou is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Melia is looking to improve his position.
Ngannou is looking to take a break and control but Melia is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Melia is trying to get back to full guard.#T3#
Ngannou works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Melia (0) vs (5) Ngannou
Melia is looking for a sweep.
Ngannou tries to move into full mount but can't pass Melia's legs.
Ngannou is looking to take a break and control but Melia is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ngannou tries to advance to mount but Melia denies him. #T4##SUB2#
Ngannou is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Melia knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Melia is looking for a sweep.
Melia wants to control but Ngannou postures up.
Ngannou trying to control the position but Melia is working away.
Melia trying his best to control but Ngannou has mounted him. Score +2 for reaching mount: Melia (0) vs (7) Ngannou#T5#
Ngannou fails to move to back control.
Ngannou can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Melia is looking to escape.
Ngannou fails to take his opponent's back. #SUB2#
Ngannou is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Melia is surviving well by controlling Ngannou's body position as best he can.
Ngannou trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T6#
Melia is in all sorts of trouble here.
Melia looks out of his depth in this position - he's holding on tight.
Ngannou is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Melia is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Melia (0) vs (10) Ngannou
Melia trying to control the hands but Ngannou won't let him.
Melia wants to escape the position.
#T7##SUB2#
Ngannou has got one arm under Melia's chin. This could be trouble... Melia trying to control the other hand but Ngannou gets it free and sqeezes tight - just a matter of time now! Yep, Melia has tapped out! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). 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 178 Berendas vs White
Date: Jul 30, 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 6 wins and 2 losses; Francisco Ngannou! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 5 losses; Johnny Vilmat!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Edson Gomes and Luis Engracia.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Vilmat shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Ngannou manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ngannou (0) vs (2) Vilmat#SUB#
Ngannou throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Vilmat escapes and throws Ngannou's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ngannou (0) vs (5) Vilmat
Ngannou sneaks back into half guard.#SUB2#
Vilmat is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Ngannou makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Ngannou.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vilmat looking to pass the guard.
Ngannou keeping moving, preventing Vilmat from controlling successfully. #T1#
Vilmat pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ngannou is keeping the position for now.
Ngannou is trying to control the position but Vilmat postures up. #SUB2#
Vilmat drops back, looking for a kneebar! Ngannou looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Ngannou looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Ngannou! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ngannou (4) vs (5) Vilmat
Ngannou wants to control but Vilmat is keeping him busy.
Vilmat tries to bench press Ngannou off him but Ngannou keeps the position.
Vilmat struggling a bit here.
Vilmat manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ngannou (4) vs (7) Vilmat
Ngannou tries to roll over but Vilmat keeps him under control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Vilmat is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Ngannou still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Ngannou has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ngannou (8) vs (7) Vilmat
Ngannou is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Vilmat manages to get back to half guard.
Ngannou is keen to just control but Vilmat is a slippery customer.
Ngannou will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Vilmat is trying to control but can't.
#T3#
Ngannou trying to control from half guard but Vilmat is working away.
Vilmat is trying to control but can't.
Vilmat is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ngannou stalling.
Ngannou prevents Vilmat from improving his position.#SUB#
Ngannou is looking for a kimura here.
Vilmat wants to get back to full guard but Ngannou has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Ngannou (11) vs (7) Vilmat#T4#
Ngannou trying to control but Vilmat is having none of it.
Ngannou tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Vilmat is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Ngannou has taken his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Ngannou (14) vs (7) Vilmat
Vilmat is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
#T5#
Vilmat just trying to survive but Ngannou is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #SUB#
Ngannou is working for the choke. He's slipped one arm under the chin. Vilmat has to defend the other arm for all he's worth... but Ngannou has managed to get that arm free too and he's tightening the choke! Vilmat taps out and looks absolutely disgusted with himself. Ngannou doesn't care though - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Francisco Ngannou!
During a confident post fight interview, Francisco Ngannou thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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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 162 Beat The Man 4
Date: Jun 25, 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 Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 7 losses; Lieb Fraumilch! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Francisco Ngannou!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, Andrew Berry and James Atkins.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Fraumilch throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Ngannou tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Fraumilch is in Ngannou's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Fraumilch (2) vs (0) Ngannou
Ngannou 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.
Ngannou can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Fraumilch controls the pace.
Ngannou looking to control.
Fraumilch is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Fraumilch has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Fraumilch trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Fraumilch knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Ngannou on the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ngannou is trying to control the position but Fraumilch postures up.
Fraumilch pushing down on Ngannou's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fraumilch is looking to advance position but Ngannou won't allow it. #T1#
Ngannou tries to roll over but Fraumilch keeps him under control.
Fraumilch with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Fraumilch'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.
Ngannou moves into full guard.
Fraumilch showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T2#
Ngannou is trying to keep Fraumilch in close.
Fraumilch stays in close to Ngannou's body and controls the position.
Ngannou is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Fraumilch's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Fraumilch seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Ngannou for as long as he can get away with.#SUB2#
Ngannou had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Fraumilch defends it easily.
Fraumilch's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T3#
Ngannou looking for a sweep. Not yet Ngannou, not yet.
Fraumilch content to stall in guard here.
Fraumilch pushing down on Ngannou's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Fraumilch.
Ngannou is pressing down on Fraumilch's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ngannou is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Fraumilch 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. #T4##SUB2#
Ngannou has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Fraumilch can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Ngannou is trying to control the position but Fraumilch postures up.
Ngannou being controlled here, momentarily.
Ngannou looking to hit a scissor sweep but Fraumilch is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Ngannou is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T5#
Fraumilch slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Fraumilch won't allow Ngannou to sweep him here.
Fraumilch tries to free his leg and advance position but Ngannou is retaining full guard.
Fraumilch sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Ngannou looking to control.
Fraumilch controlling from the top position.
Ngannou looking to control.
#T6##SUB2#
Ngannou looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Fraumilch has picked Ngannou up and slammed him! Ngannou can't keep hold of the triangle and Fraumilch manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Fraumilch (5) vs (0) Ngannou
Fraumilch just content to control the position.
Fraumilch working away.
Fraumilch staying calm.
Ngannou wants to control but Fraumilch postures up.#T7#
Fraumilch tries to move into full mount but can't pass Ngannou's legs.
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.
Ngannou is not content to let Fraumilch control the position. #SUB#
Fraumilch wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Ngannou, who protects the arm well.
Fraumilch working away.
You can see the frustration on Ngannou's face as Fraumilch controls the position.
Ngannou struggling a bit here.#T8#
Ngannou sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Ngannou controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Ngannou moves into full guard.
Fraumilch pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ngannou is keeping the position for now.
Ngannou 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: Fraumilch (5) vs (2) Ngannou
Fraumilch is looking for a sweep. Ngannou is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T9#
Ngannou trying to control from half guard but Fraumilch is working away. #SUB2#
Ngannou is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Fraumilch is just riding it out for now. Ngannou eventually gives up the hold.
Fraumilch has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ngannou is working away from the top position though.#T10#
Ngannou seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Fraumilch does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Ngannou 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! Fraumilch is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Francisco Ngannou!
Francisco Ngannou thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SSG 156 Kyng vs Banner
Date: Jun 11, 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 1 losses; Francisco Ngannou! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Gurney Halleck!
The judges for this bout are Eddie Farnsworth, Chad Campbell and John Kavanagh.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Nice sprawl there from Halleck as Ngannou shoots in.
Halleck tries to counter by closing the distance.
No luck for Ngannou with that takedown attempt.
Halleck steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Ngannou.
Halleck has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.#TD#
Ngannou shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Halleck's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ngannou (2) vs (0) Halleck
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.
Ngannou engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Halleck is trying to keep Ngannou in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ngannou sitting in guard here, content to control.
Ngannou trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Halleck manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ngannou (2) vs (2) Halleck#T1##SUB#
Halleck got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ngannou has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Halleck has managed to get both his arms back between Ngannou's legs - danger averted.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Ngannou holds on and takes a little breather.
Halleck passes Ngannou's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Halleck uses his free foot to push down on Ngannou's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Ngannou. Score +3 for passing guard: Ngannou (2) vs (5) Halleck
Ngannou tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Halleck trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T2#
Halleck sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Halleck trying to control but Ngannou is having none of it.
Halleck with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
#T3#
Halleck tries to control but Ngannou wriggling away.
Halleck takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Ngannou is wriggling around trying to escape.
Ngannou is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Halleck trying to control but Ngannou is having none of it.
Halleck looking to control and managing it successfully.
Halleck prevents Ngannou from getting the reversal.#T4#
Ngannou is working hard here to advance position.
Ngannou doing his best to control the position. Can he escape?
Ngannou tries to hold on but Halleck pushes him away.
Halleck tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Ngannou really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Ngannou prevents Halleck from taking his back.
Ngannou keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#SUB2#
Halleck looking to secure an arm triangle but Ngannou defends it well. #T5#
Halleck wants to control the pace but Ngannou is squirming around nicely.
Halleck pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Ngannou is trying desperately to improve position.
Halleck wants to take his opponent's back but Ngannou doesn't allow it. #T6#
Ngannou tries to lock up and control but Halleck gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Halleck tries to control but Ngannou wriggling away.
Halleck controlling the pace for now.
Halleck fails to take his opponent's back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ngannou keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T7#
Halleck trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Ngannou is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ngannou is wriggling around trying to escape.
Halleck trying to control but Ngannou is having none of it.
Halleck controlling the position easily from mount.
Halleck trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T8#
Ngannou regains half guard.
Halleck wants to free his trapped foot but Ngannou is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ngannou tries to get to full guard but Halleck has control of the leg.
Halleck seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Ngannou wants to control but Halleck is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T9##SUB2#
Halleck is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Halleck wants to take a breather but Ngannou is having none of it.
Halleck is pressing down on Ngannou's thigh, looking to free his foot. Ngannou is holding on for now.
Ngannou has a hand on Halleck's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Halleck takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Ngannou (2) vs (8) Halleck
Ngannou 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.
Halleck is looking to advance position but Ngannou won't allow it.
Ngannou wants to get back to full guard.#T10#
Ngannou is staying active underneath Halleck, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Ngannou is looking for a sweep. Halleck is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ngannou has his hands clasped together around Halleck's back. He's all about the action.#SUB2#
Halleck is trying to work for a kimura but Ngannou is defending well.
Halleck moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ngannou (2) vs (11) Halleck
Halleck tries to move to mount but Ngannou blocks the move with his legs. #T11#
You can see the frustration on Ngannou's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Ngannou trying to remain calm as Halleck controls from the top position.
Halleck wants to control but Ngannou is keeping him busy.
Halleck is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T12##SUB2#
Halleck tries for a kimura but Ngannou is defending well.
Ngannou tries to improve position but can't.
Ngannou gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Halleck is pressing down on Ngannou's thigh, looking to free his foot. Ngannou is holding on for now.
Ngannou is looking to improve his position.
#T13#
Halleck is trying to control. Ngannou wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Ngannou moves into full guard.
Ngannou managing to control the position.
Halleck looking to sit in guard and control but Ngannou gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ngannou (4) vs (11) Halleck
Halleck is trying to keep Ngannou in close.
#T14##SUB2#
Halleck working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ngannou doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ngannou manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Halleck working a defensive guard here.
Ngannou trying to control the position from guard on top but Halleck is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ngannou engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
And that's the end of the fight!
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Event:
SSG 146 Cheese vs Chai
Date: May 21, 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 New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Holy Moly! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 0 losses; Francisco Ngannou!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Daniel Cesar and Thiago Cunha.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Moly shoots in but Ngannou avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Ngannou shoots in for a double leg but Moly sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#TD#
Ngannou gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Moly to score an easy takedown into full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Moly (2) vs (0) Ngannou
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.
Ngannou is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ngannou looking to hit a scissor sweep but Moly is one step ahead there.
Moly trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Ngannou pulls Moly in close to his closed guard and prevents Moly from doing any damage or advancing position.
Moly preventing the sweep.
Moly sitting in guard here, content to control.
Ngannou wants to sweep but no luck.
Moly content to stall in guard here.
Moly has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Ngannou keeping moving, preventing Moly from controlling successfully. #T2#
Ngannou seems keen to control Moly's posture.
Moly stopping the sweep attempt from Ngannou.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ngannou can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Moly controls the pace.
Ngannou controls Moly momentarily but Moly frees himself.
Ngannou is pulling down on Moly's head. It's preventing any offense from Moly, at least for the moment.
Moly's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T3#
Ngannou tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ngannou working a defensive guard here.
Ngannou seems keen to control Moly's posture.
Ngannou 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.
Moly postures up.
Ngannou wants to sweep here but Moly controlling him for the moment. #T4#
Ngannou is trying to control the position but Moly postures up.
Ngannou looking to hit a scissor sweep but Moly is one step ahead there.
Ngannou is trying to keep Moly in close.
Ngannou looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Moly puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Ngannou is trying to control but can't.
Moly controlling the pace.
Moly is thwarting Ngannou's attempts to control the position.#T5#
Ngannou moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Ngannou controlling Moly's posture.
Ngannou looking to hit a scissor sweep but Moly is one step ahead there.
Moly postures up.
#T6#
Ngannou lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Moly (2) vs (2) Ngannou
Ngannou is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Moly wants to sweep here but Ngannou controlling him for the moment.
Ngannou wants to control from the top but Moly keeps moving.
Ngannou 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.
Ngannou tries to free his leg and advance position but Moly is retaining full guard. #T7#
Ngannou looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Ngannou is looking to advance position but Moly has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Moly (6) vs (2) Ngannou
Ngannou keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Moly can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ngannou is looking to escape.
Moly prevents Ngannou from getting the reversal.#T8#
Ngannou holds of for dear life.
Moly controlling his opponent.
Ngannou tries to reverse the position but Moly maintains control.
Moly tries to push Ngannou's head away but Ngannou is holding on tight.#T9#
Moly avoids the attempt from Ngannou to control.
Ngannou is trying to escape the mount.
Ngannou sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Ngannou manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Moly being controlled here momentarily.
Moly trying to control but Ngannou is working from the bottom. #T10#
Ngannou 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.
Ngannou controlling Moly's posture.
Ngannou keeping moving, preventing Moly from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ngannou is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ngannou controlling Moly's posture. #T11#
Ngannou wants to sweep here but Moly controlling him for the moment.
Ngannou managing to control the position.
Ngannou 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.
Ngannou controls Moly momentarily but Moly frees himself. #T12#
Ngannou is controlling Moly's posture.
Ngannou wants to sweep but no luck.
Ngannou has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Ngannou is trying to keep Moly in close.
#T13#
Moly engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Ngannou trying to control the position.
Moly stopping the sweep attempt from Ngannou.
Moly showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Ngannou is trying to control the position but Moly postures up. #T14#
Ngannou lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Moly (6) vs (4) Ngannou
Ngannou trying to control but Moly is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ngannou passes Moly's left leg - he's now in half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Moly takes the fight on points by 6 to 4.
After winning the bout, Holy Moly 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 141 Barnes vs Chai
Date: May 07, 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 3 wins and 0 losses; Francisco Ngannou! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Vitor Santos!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Edson Gomes and Felipe Paraventi.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Santos fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Ngannou to the ground. Santos is now in Ngannou's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ngannou (0) vs (2) Santos
Santos wants to pass the guard but Ngannou is keeping the position.
Ngannou looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Santos trying to control but Ngannou is working from the bottom.
Ngannou lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ngannou (2) vs (2) Santos
Ngannou 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. #SUB2#
Ngannou got a little sloppy there for a moment and Santos has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ngannou has managed to get both his arms back between Santos's legs - danger averted.
Ngannou might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Santos being controlled here, momentarily. #T1#
Ngannou postures up.
Ngannou sitting in guard here, content to control.
Ngannou advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ngannou (5) vs (2) Santos
Santos tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ngannou wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Ngannou has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Ngannou (7) vs (2) Santos
Santos is desperately trying to improve his position but Ngannou has a good base and remains in mount.
Ngannou controlling the position easily from mount. #T2#
Ngannou wants to take Santos's back but he can't do it this time.
Santos is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Ngannou controlling the position easily from mount.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Santos is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T3#
Santos is still trying to improve position.
Ngannou takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Santos really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Ngannou tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Santos is trying desperately to improve position.
Ngannou controlling his opponent. #T4#
Santos is working to get back to half guard.
Ngannou controlling from mount.
Ngannou seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Santos for as long as he can get away with.#T5#
Santos is working to get back to half guard.
Ngannou sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T6#
Santos is trying to escape the mount.
Ngannou sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Santos has given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Ngannou (10) vs (2) Santos
Santos tries to roll but Ngannou sticks to his back.
Ngannou just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T7#
Ngannou continues to stall.
Ngannou keeps control of the position as Santos tries to break free.
Ngannou really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Santos.#T8#
Ngannou'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.
Santos is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Santos is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Ngannou controlling from the back.#T9#
You can see the frustration on Santos's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Santos is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Ngannou is hanging on to Santos's back as he tries to escape.
Ngannou gets his hands free as Santos looks to control.
Ngannou has good solid back control here. #T10#
Santos looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Santos rolls, trying to escape but Ngannou keeps control of the position.
Ngannou biding his time, looking for the opening.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Santos tries to escape the position.
#T11#
Ngannou controls the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Santos needs to remain patient if he's going to get out of this sticky situation.
Ngannou has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Santos's body.
I really don't envy Santos right now.
#T12#
Ngannou controls the position.
Ngannou has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Ngannou controlling well, preventing Santos from escaping the position.
#T13#
Ngannou controlling the position well here. Santos rolled but Ngannou kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
More hug and hope from Ngannou.
Santos trying to control the hands but Ngannou breaks the grip.
Santos wants to escape the position.
Santos keeps trying to improve his position.
Ngannou keeps control of the position easily here as Santos tries to buck him off.
#T14#
Santos is really stuck here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ngannou biding his time, controlling Santos.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ngannou takes the fight on points by 10 to 2.
A victorious Francisco Ngannou 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 138 Barnes vs Dew
Date: Apr 30, 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 5 wins and 1 losses; Martino Frederick! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Francisco Ngannou!
The judges for this bout are John Roberts, Russell Pearce and Dean Styles.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Frederick shoots in for a takedown but Ngannou shows good takedown defense.
Ngannou tries to clinch up but Frederick circles away and keeps his distance.#CL#
Frederick closes the distance and pushes Ngannou back into the cage.#TD#
Frederick pulls guard successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ngannou slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Frederick (0) vs (3) Ngannou
Frederick can't do much from the bottom here.
Ngannou staying calm.
Frederick is trying to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ngannou is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Frederick will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T1#
Frederick's coaches at Raptors Den MMA have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Frederick tries to buck Ngannou off but Ngannou is having none of it.
Frederick is letting Ngannou control him for a moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Frederick manages to work his way to half guard, despite Ngannou's best efforts.
Ngannou tries to pass to full mount but Frederick defends it.
Frederick tries to get to full guard but Ngannou has control of the leg.
Ngannou seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T2##SUB#
Frederick is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ngannou pulls his head out easily.
Frederick is trying to get back to full guard.
Frederick controlling the position well.
Ngannou perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T3#
Frederick is trying to control but can't.
Frederick is in trouble now - Ngannou has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Frederick (0) vs (6) Ngannou
Ngannou controlling from mount.
Let's hope that Ngannou 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.#T4#
Frederick really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Ngannou controlling from the full mount.
Ngannou with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Ngannou looking to control and managing it successfully. #T5#
Frederick can't escape the position.
Ngannou takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Ngannou is trying to take his opponent's back.
Ngannou takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Frederick is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T6#
Ngannou tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Frederick tries to hold on but Ngannou postures up.
Ngannou looking to control and managing it successfully.
Frederick really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Ngannou sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T7#
Frederick is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Frederick is working hard here to advance position.
Ngannou controlling the position easily from mount.
Ngannou wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Ngannou controlling his opponent. #T8#
Frederick wants to control but Ngannou is having none of it.
Ngannou can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Frederick is looking to escape.
Ngannou controlling the pace for now.
Frederick tries to control the position but Ngannou now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Frederick (0) vs (9) Ngannou
Frederick just trying to survive but Ngannou is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Ngannou keeps control of the position as Frederick tries to break free.
Frederick trying to control the action but Ngannou just sinks the hooks in. #T9#
Good control from Ngannou.
Frederick looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Ngannou is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Frederick is in bad spot here.
Good control from Ngannou.#T10#
Frederick rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Ngannou controlling the action here.
Frederick is trying to maintain the position but Ngannou is very close to passing his half guard.
Ngannou trying to control the pace. #T11#
Frederick is trying to maintain the position but Ngannou is very close to passing his half guard.
Ngannou is taking a breather. Frederick 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.
Frederick trying to hold on to Ngannou's head to control him but Ngannou postures up.
Ngannou is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Frederick controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #T12#
Ngannou keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Frederick wants to get back to full guard.
Ngannou passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Frederick! Score +3 for passing guard: Frederick (0) vs (12) Ngannou
Ngannou controlling the position easily from mount. #T13#
Frederick regains half guard.
Frederick trying to control from the bottom.
Ngannou works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Frederick (0) vs (15) Ngannou
Frederick tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T14#
Ngannou takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Ngannou wants to control the pace but Frederick is squirming around nicely.
Frederick is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Ngannou tries to control but Frederick wriggling away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Frederick really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ngannou wins on points by 15 to 0.
A very excited looking Francisco Ngannou 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 128 Maximus vs Banner
Date: Apr 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 0 wins and 4 losses; India Conquer Worlrd! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Francisco Ngannou!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Thiago Cunha and Edson Gomes.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Conquer Worlrd gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Conquer Worlrd (0) vs (2) Ngannou
Conquer Worlrd keeping full guard, as Ngannou tries to pass.
Ngannou controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ngannou passes into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Conquer Worlrd is breathing heavily.
Ngannou wants to pass the guard but Conquer Worlrd is defending well. #T1#
Ngannou works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Conquer Worlrd (0) vs (5) Ngannou
Ngannou content just to control the position here.
Ngannou's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Conquer Worlrd really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T2#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ngannou takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Ngannou forces the positional change into back control. Score +3 for taking back: Conquer Worlrd (0) vs (8) Ngannou
Ngannou is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Conquer Worlrd has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
It looks like Ngannou 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.#T3##T4##T5##T6##T7#
More stalling from Ngannou.#T8#
Conquer Worlrd really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T9#
Let's hope that Ngannou 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.#T10#
Ngannou with more of the same as he continues to hold on.
Conquer Worlrd can't escape the position.
Good control from Ngannou.#T11##T12##T13##T14#
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Ngannou.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Ngannou wins on points by 8 to 0.
Our winner, Francisco Ngannou, 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 127 Chai vs Soderberg
Date: Apr 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 Montreal, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Emerson Stewart! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Francisco Ngannou!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Cecil Peabody and Wesley Smith.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Stewart looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Ngannou tries to clinch up#TD#
and Stewart counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Ngannou! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Stewart (4) vs (0) Ngannou
Ngannou has one of Stewart's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.
You can see the frustration on Ngannou's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Ngannou is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stewart tries to move to full mount but Ngannou actually manages to regain half guard.
Ngannou won't allow Stewart to pass to mount. #T1#
Ngannou is controlling Stewart's trapped leg to prevent Stewart from advancing to side control.
Ngannou is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ngannou is not content to let Stewart control the position.#T2#
Ngannou keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Stewart prevents Ngannou from improving his position.#SUB#
Stewart is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ngannou doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Stewart. #SUB#
Stewart is trying to work for a kimura but Ngannou is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ngannou keeping control of the position. #T3##SUB#
Stewart seems to be working for a kimura but Ngannou defends the submission attempt.
Ngannou works his way to full guard. Good work.
Stewart looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Ngannou is adopting a defensive guard.
Stewart stopping the sweep attempt from Ngannou.
Ngannou is adopting a defensive guard.
Ngannou 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: Stewart (4) vs (2) Ngannou#T4#
Stewart trying to control here.
Ngannou is controlling the pace.
Let's hope that Ngannou 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.#T5#
Ngannou prevents Stewart from improving his position.
Ngannou controlling the action here.
Ngannou trying to mount his opponent but Stewart defends it.
Stewart wants to control but Ngannou is keeping busy.
#T6#
Well, if Ngannou 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#
Stewart looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Stewart moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Stewart controls Ngannou momentarily but Ngannou frees himself.
Ngannou engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T7#
Stewart is trying to keep Ngannou in close.
Ngannou wants to pass the guard but Stewart is keeping the position.#SUB#
Stewart is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ngannou defends well.
Ngannou controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T8#
Stewart is trying to keep Ngannou in close.
#SUB#
Stewart looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Ngannou looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T9#
Stewart trying to control the position.
Ngannou 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. #SUB#
Stewart has his foot on Ngannou's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ngannou works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Stewart has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ngannou can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Ngannou stays in close to Stewart's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Ngannou avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T10#
Ngannou controls from within his opponent's guard.
Ngannou slips nicely into half guard.
Ngannou content to control rather than advance. #SUB#
Stewart actively working from the bottom here.
Ngannou looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T11#
Stewart is trying to control but can't.
#SUB#
Stewart looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Stewart keeping hold of Ngannou's head, controlling as best he can.
Well, if Ngannou 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.
It looks like Ngannou 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.#T12#
Ngannou prevents Stewart from improving his position.
Ngannou perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Ngannou is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Stewart! Score +3 for passing guard: Stewart (4) vs (5) Ngannou
Ngannou controlling the pace for now.
Stewart is trying to escape the mount.
Ngannou avoids the attempt from Stewart to control.#T13#
Stewart keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Stewart is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Stewart wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Stewart (4) vs (8) Ngannou
Ngannou keeps control of the position easily here as Stewart tries to buck him off.
Stewart trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Stewart tries to escape but Ngannou has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Ngannou trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Stewart doesn't escape.
Stewart trying to control the action but Ngannou just sinks the hooks in.
Good control from Ngannou.#T14#
Stewart is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Ngannou has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Stewart's body.
Stewart is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
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.
Stewart turns into Ngannou and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Stewart (6) vs (8) Ngannou
And that's the end of the fight!
Ngannou wins on points by 8 to 6.
Francisco Ngannou 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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