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Event:
SSG 259 Chai vs Maximus
Date: Jan 28, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 5 losses; Jim Marston! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 9 losses; Huug Schlepper!
The judges for this bout are Columbo Gatti, Reed Andrews and Chad Campbell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Schlepper dives in and grabs Marston's left leg, looking for a takedown. Marston pushes down on Schlepper's head and hops out.
Marston appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Schlepper dives in for a single leg takedown but Marston sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Marston changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#TD2#
Schlepper gets a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Marston (0) vs (2) Schlepper
Marston is refusing to be controlled, as Schlepper sits in half guard.
Marston manages to get to full guard.
Marston working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston 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.
Marston trying to keep a closed guard but Schlepper is proving a slippery customer.
#T1#
Marston can't keep his opponent in guard - Schlepper advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Marston definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Marston is not content to let Schlepper control the position.
Marston is looking for a sweep. Schlepper is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Marston won't allow Schlepper to pass to mount.
Marston is looking for a sweep. Schlepper is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Marston is not content to let Schlepper control the position.
Still in half guard, Schlepper seems content to control.
Marston manages to get to full guard.
#T2#
Marston can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Schlepper controls the pace.
Schlepper pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Marston is keeping the position for now.
Schlepper is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Marston bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Schlepper's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Marston (2) vs (2) Schlepper
Schlepper tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Schlepper not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Schlepper has control of Marston's left arm, preventing Marston from doing any damage.
Schlepper looking for a sweep. Not yet Schlepper, not yet.
Schlepper is trying to control the position but Marston postures up. #T3#
Marston preventing the sweep.
Schlepper controls Marston momentarily but Marston frees himself.
Schlepper is trying to hold Marston in close to prevent damage but Marston has managed to pass into half guard.
Schlepper wants to improve his position but Marston is controlling well.
Marston stalling.
Schlepper tries to get to full guard but Marston has control of the leg. #T4#
Schlepper is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Marston jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Marston (5) vs (2) Schlepper
Schlepper is trying to work for a sweep but Marston has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Marston (7) vs (2) Schlepper
Marston controlling his opponent.
Schlepper is working to get back to half guard.
Marston manages to capitalize on a mistake by Schlepper to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Marston (10) vs (2) Schlepper
Marston keeps control of the position as Schlepper tries to break free.
Marston just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T5#
Marston keeps control of the position as Schlepper tries to break free.
Marston avoiding Schlepper 's attempts to control his hands.
Schlepper tries to roll but Marston sticks to his back.
Schlepper keeps trying to improve his position.
Marston is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Schlepper tries to escape but Marston has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T6#
Schlepper just trying to survive but Marston is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
You can see the frustration on Schlepper's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Marston biding his time, controlling Schlepper.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T7#
Schlepper can't escape the position.
Schlepper is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Marston biding his time, looking for the opening.
Schlepper looking very determined here, making life difficult for Marston.
Schlepper trying to control but not successfully.
Schlepper might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Marston haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T8#
Schlepper tries to escape the position.
Marston has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Schlepper's body.
Schlepper tries to escape but Marston has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Schlepper tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Schlepper regains half guard.#T9#
Schlepper wants to improve his position but Marston is controlling well.
Marston perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Schlepper is looking to improve his position.
Marston sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Schlepper manages to get to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Schlepper tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T10##SUB2#
Schlepper has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Marston is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Schlepper. Score +3 for passing guard: Marston (13) vs (2) Schlepper
Marston controlling the position.
Schlepper can't do much from the bottom here.
Schlepper looking for a sweep but Marston has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Marston (15) vs (2) Schlepper
Schlepper wants to control but Marston is having none of it.#T11#
Marston tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Schlepper can't escape the position.
Schlepper has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Schlepper looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Marston (18) vs (2) Schlepper
Marston really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Schlepper.#T12#
Schlepper looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Marston controlling the positon.
Schlepper can't escape the position.
Marston is riding his opponent, not letting Schlepper buck him off.
Schlepper tries to roll but Marston sticks to his back.
#T13#
Marston biding his time, looking for the opening.
Schlepper just trying to survive but Marston is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Marston controlling from the back.
Schlepper tries to escape but Marston has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Good control from Marston.
You can see the frustration on Schlepper's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Schlepper trying to control the hands but Marston won't let him. #T14#
Schlepper is trying to break free.
Marston doesn't have the hooks in and Schlepper manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Marston (18) vs (4) Schlepper#SUB#
Marston throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Schlepper is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Schlepper wants to pass the guard but Marston is keeping the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Marston is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Schlepper defends well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Marston takes the fight on points by 18 to 4. |
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Event:
SSG 246 Bar vs Doe
Date: Dec 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 Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 8 losses; Huug Schlepper! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Magnus Herlin!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Stewart Dunkirk and Daniel Franklin.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Herlin fails with a takedown attempt. #TD#
Schlepper looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Schlepper (2) vs (0) Herlin
The fighters are battling for position here. Herlin manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Herlin throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Schlepper escapes and throws Herlin's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Schlepper (5) vs (0) Herlin
A lull in the action here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Herlin is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schlepper trying to control the position but Herlin is working away.
Herlin regains half guard.#T1#
Herlin wants to get back to full guard.
Schlepper keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Schlepper wants to free his trapped foot but Herlin is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Schlepper controlling the action here.
Herlin won't allow Schlepper to pass to mount.
Herlin is trying to control but can't.
#T2#
Schlepper sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Herlin is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Schlepper jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Schlepper (8) vs (0) Herlin
Schlepper tries to advance to mount but Herlin denies him.
You can see the frustration on Herlin's face as Schlepper controls the position.
Herlin gets back to half guard.
Schlepper controlling the pace.
Herlin wants to improve his position but Schlepper is controlling well.
Herlin trying to control from the bottom.
Schlepper works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Schlepper (11) vs (0) Herlin#SUB#
Schlepper working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #T3#
Herlin working to try and regain half guard.
Herlin is squirming around, avoiding Schlepper's attempts to control the action.
Schlepper takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Schlepper can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Herlin is looking to escape.
Herlin is looking to get to half guard.
Schlepper looking to control but Herlin is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T4#
Herlin manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Herlin won't allow Schlepper to pass to mount.
Schlepper passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Schlepper (14) vs (0) Herlin
Schlepper in side control, just content to control the action for now.
You can see the frustration on Herlin's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Schlepper works to advance to full mount. Herlin defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Schlepper (16) vs (0) Herlin
Schlepper trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T5#
Schlepper controlling from the full mount.
Schlepper'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.
Schlepper trying to control but Herlin is having none of it.
Herlin tries to reverse the position but Schlepper maintains control.#T6#
Schlepper controlling from mount. #SUB#
Schlepper looking to secure an arm triangle but Herlin defends it well.
Schlepper tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Schlepper can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Herlin is looking to escape.
Schlepper looking to control and managing it successfully. #T7#
Herlin is trying desperately to improve position.
Herlin regains half guard.
Schlepper sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Herlin wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Schlepper wants to work for an arm triangle but Herlin is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Herlin makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Herlin.
Schlepper trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T8##SUB2#
Herlin has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Schlepper doesn't defend quickly enough and Herlin has managed to lock this one up! Can Schlepper escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Herlin on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Magnus Herlin!
After winning the bout, Magnus Herlin 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 236 Elvul vs Helvig
Date: Dec 03, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 7 losses; Huug Schlepper! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 9 losses; Holter Huntington!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Jack Bonds and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Huntington fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Schlepper avoids it really well and circles away.#TD#
Schlepper shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Huntington's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Schlepper (2) vs (0) Huntington
Schlepper preventing the sweep.
Our spies down at at Julians Sports Bar & Gym inform us that Huntington has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SUB2#
Schlepper got a little sloppy there for a moment and Huntington has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Schlepper has managed to get both his arms back between Huntington's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Huntington escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Schlepper gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Huntington is trying to keep Schlepper in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schlepper passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Schlepper (5) vs (0) Huntington
Schlepper wants to control but Huntington is keeping him busy.
Huntington is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Huntington is not content to let Schlepper control the position.
Schlepper tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Schlepper trying to control the position but Huntington is working away.
Huntington is trying to get back to half guard.
Huntington is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Schlepper tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T2#
Schlepper has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Huntington! Score +2 for reaching mount: Schlepper (7) vs (0) Huntington
Schlepper prevents Huntington from getting the reversal.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.#SUB#
Schlepper working for a submission but Huntington is keeping him at bay.
Huntington is squirming around, avoiding Schlepper's attempts to control the action.
Huntington can't escape the position.
#SUB#
Schlepper wants to finish this one by submission but Huntington is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Schlepper.
Schlepper wants to control the pace but Huntington is squirming around nicely. #T3#
Schlepper controlling the pace for now.
Schlepper wants to control the pace but Huntington is squirming around nicely.
Huntington is in all sorts of trouble here.
Huntington bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Schlepper (7) vs (2) Huntington
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Schlepper pulls Huntington in close to prevent any damage.
Schlepper is trying to keep Huntington in close.
Schlepper is really struggling to control Huntington but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T4#
Huntington trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Schlepper looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Huntington pushes down on Schlepper's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Schlepper is trying to get back to full guard.
Huntington trying to control from half guard but Schlepper is working away.
Huntington might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Schlepper haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Huntington trying to pass the guard but Schlepper defending well.
Schlepper is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Tappelukerho, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
The fighters are battling for position here. Schlepper manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T5#
Schlepper working a defensive guard here.
Huntington stopping the sweep attempt from Schlepper.
Huntington not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Schlepper 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.
Huntington looking to pass the guard.
Schlepper trying to control the position.
Schlepper keeping moving, preventing Huntington from controlling successfully.
Schlepper wants to improve his position but instead Huntington has moved into half guard.
Huntington content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T6#
Schlepper is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
Huntington is trying to work for a kimura but Schlepper is defending well.
Huntington works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Schlepper (7) vs (5) Huntington
Schlepper is looking to regain half guard here but Huntington keeps moving and retains side control.
Schlepper is working hard here to advance position.
Huntington wants to lay and pray for a moment but Schlepper keeps working. #T7#
A lull in the action here as Huntington stalls from top position.
Schlepper tries to buck Huntington off but Huntington is having none of it.
Huntington advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Schlepper (7) vs (7) Huntington
Schlepper is squirming around, avoiding Huntington's attempts to control the action. #SUB2#
Huntington goes for an armbar but Schlepper turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Schlepper. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Schlepper (9) vs (7) Huntington#T8#
Schlepper trying to control the position from guard on top but Huntington is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Schlepper pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Huntington is keeping the position for now.
Schlepper content to stall in guard here.
Schlepper looking to pass the guard.
Schlepper controlling from the top position.
Huntington looking for a sweep. Not yet Huntington, not yet.
Schlepper will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T9#
Schlepper wants to control from the top but Huntington keeps moving. #SUB2#
Huntington has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Schlepper can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Huntington 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: Schlepper (9) vs (9) Huntington
Schlepper manages to get to full guard.
Huntington tries to free his leg and advance position but Schlepper is retaining full guard.
Schlepper wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Schlepper has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T10#
Schlepper tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Huntington forces his way into half guard.
Huntington frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Schlepper (9) vs (12) Huntington
Schlepper is working to get back to half guard.
Schlepper tries to lock up and control but Huntington gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Huntington is looking to work his way around to Schlepper's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Schlepper is working to get back to half guard.
#T11#
Huntington pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Schlepper sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Huntington stalling.
Schlepper really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Huntington wants to free his trapped foot but Schlepper is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Schlepper trying to control but Huntington postures up.
Huntington is looking to advance position but Schlepper won't allow it. #T12#
Schlepper regains full guard. Nicely done.
Schlepper looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Huntington postures up.
Huntington looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Huntington thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Schlepper not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Huntington trying to control but Schlepper is working from the bottom.
Huntington pushes down on Schlepper's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Schlepper is pressing down on Huntington's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Huntington stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Schlepper swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T13#
Schlepper is controlling Huntington's posture.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Schlepper is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Schlepper (11) vs (12) Huntington
Huntington keeping full guard, as Schlepper tries to pass.
Schlepper trying to control but Huntington is working from the bottom.
Schlepper postures up.
Schlepper looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Schlepper wants to control from the top but Huntington keeps moving. #T14#
Schlepper forces his way into half guard.
Huntington is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Schlepper is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Huntington sees it coming and defends easily.
Huntington is looking for a sweep. Schlepper is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Schlepper seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Huntington actively working from the bottom here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Huntington wins on points by 12 to 11.
An out of breath Holter Huntington 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 227 Hall vs Bar
Date: Nov 12, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 7 losses; Huug Schlepper! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 9 losses; Tyrion Slamister!
The judges for this bout are Dean Styles, Anthony Taglia and Alyssa Summers.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Horrible takedown attempt by Schlepper or perhaps it was just good defense by Slamister, which made it look bad.
Slamister changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#TD#
Schlepper throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Slamister was covering up waiting for the punch and Schlepper finishes the takedown easily into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Schlepper (2) vs (0) Slamister
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Schlepper is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Schlepper looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schlepper won't allow Slamister to sweep him here.
Slamister pulls Schlepper in close to prevent any damage.
Schlepper slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Schlepper (5) vs (0) Slamister#T1#
Schlepper moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Schlepper tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Schlepper works to advance to full mount. Slamister defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Schlepper (7) vs (0) Slamister
Schlepper tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Schlepper will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Schlepper looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #T2#
Schlepper tries to control but Slamister wriggling away.
Schlepper sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Schlepper'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.
Schlepper can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Slamister is looking to escape.
Schlepper looking to control and managing it successfully.
Slamister wants to hold on but Schlepper pushes him away.#T3#
Schlepper can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Slamister is looking to escape.
Slamister tries to reverse the position but Schlepper maintains control.
Schlepper really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Slamister tries to lock up and control but Schlepper gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Slamister tries to reverse the position but Schlepper maintains control.
Schlepper looking to control and managing it successfully. #T4#
Slamister is squirming around, avoiding Schlepper's attempts to control the action.
Schlepper is really struggling to control Slamister but he's trying to hold on to the position.#SUB#
Schlepper jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Slamister is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Slamister and Schlepper has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Slamister stops Schlepper from passing to mount.
Schlepper advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Schlepper (9) vs (0) Slamister#T5#
Schlepper looking to control and managing it successfully.
Schlepper can't control as he wanted to and Slamister manages to get the fight back to his half guard.
Schlepper is taking a breather. Slamister 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.
Slamister is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Slamister is trying to maintain the position but Schlepper is very close to passing his half guard.
Schlepper performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Schlepper is trying to control the action in half guard but Slamister is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T6#
Schlepper trying to pass the guard but Slamister defending well.
Schlepper wants to lay and pray for a moment but Slamister keeps working.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Slamister is trying to control but can't.
Schlepper trying to control the action but Slamister is working from the bottom. #T7#
Well, if Schlepper 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.
Slamister is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Schlepper is working for a kimura but Slamister is defending it quite comfortably.
Schlepper tries to pass the half guard into mount. Slamister knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Slamister is refusing to be controlled, as Schlepper sits in half guard. #T8#
Schlepper performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Schlepper trying to control from half guard but Slamister is working away.
Schlepper with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T9##SUB#
Schlepper is looking for a kimura here.
Schlepper stalling away here and it's allowed Slamister to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Schlepper preventing the sweep.
Schlepper pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Slamister is keeping the position for now.
Schlepper trying to control the position from guard on top but Slamister is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T10#
Schlepper stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Slamister swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Slamister is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Schlepper controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Slamister keeping moving, preventing Schlepper from controlling successfully.
Schlepper 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. #T11#
Schlepper trying to control the position from guard on top but Slamister is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Schlepper trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Schlepper controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Slamister has his hands on Schlepper's head, controlling the position.
Schlepper trying to control the position from guard on top but Slamister is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T12#
Slamister trying to keep a closed guard but Schlepper is proving a slippery customer.
Schlepper has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Slamister looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Schlepper is stalling in the full guard.
Schlepper wants to pass the guard but Slamister is keeping the position.
Schlepper trying to control but Slamister is working from the bottom. #T13#
Slamister being controlled here, momentarily.
Schlepper pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Slamister is keeping the position for now.
Slamister looking to control.
Schlepper is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T14#
Schlepper trying to control the position from guard on top but Slamister is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Schlepper wants to pass the guard but Slamister is keeping the position.
Slamister can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Schlepper controls the pace.
Schlepper trying to control but Slamister is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Schlepper won't allow Slamister to sweep him here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Schlepper takes the fight on points by 9 to 0.
Huug Schlepper 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 221 Feet vs Solo
Date: Oct 29, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 3 losses; Leonhard Klopstock! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 6 losses; Huug Schlepper!
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, Elvis Blanc and Yves DeLean.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Klopstock looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Schlepper! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Klopstock (4) vs (0) Schlepper
Schlepper struggling a bit here.
Schlepper prevents Klopstock from moving into mount.
Schlepper tries to bench press Klopstock off him but Klopstock keeps the position.
Schlepper is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
Klopstock tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schlepper tries to bench press Klopstock off him but Klopstock keeps the position. #SUB#
Klopstock looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Klopstock wants to control but Schlepper is keeping him busy. #T1#
Klopstock tries to move into full mount but can't pass Schlepper's legs.
Schlepper is not content to let Klopstock control the position.
Schlepper is looking for a sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Klopstock tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Klopstock has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Schlepper gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Schlepper looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T2##SUB#
Klopstock is looking for a kimura here.
Klopstock trying to pass the guard but Schlepper defending well.
Klopstock prevents Schlepper from improving his position.
Schlepper has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Klopstock is pressing down on Schlepper's thigh, looking to free his foot. Schlepper is holding on for now. #SUB#
Klopstock wants to work for an arm triangle but Schlepper is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Klopstock is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Schlepper sees it coming and defends easily.
Klopstock prevents Schlepper from improving his position.#T3#
Klopstock trying to pass the guard but Schlepper defending well.
Schlepper moves into full guard.
Klopstock stands and throws Schlepper's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Klopstock (7) vs (0) Schlepper
Klopstock is looking to take a break and control but Schlepper is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Klopstock working away.
Klopstock trying to control the position but Schlepper is working away.
Schlepper is trying to improve his position.#T4##SUB#
Klopstock tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Klopstock has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Schlepper struggling a bit here.
Klopstock tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Schlepper manages to get back to half guard.
Klopstock tries to pass the half guard into mount. Schlepper knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Klopstock prevents Schlepper from improving his position.
Schlepper keeps trying to improve his position.
Schlepper is refusing to be controlled, as Klopstock sits in half guard. #T5#
Schlepper is trying to get back to full guard.
Schlepper is trying to control but can't.
Klopstock wants to take a breather but Schlepper is having none of it.
Schlepper is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Klopstock's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Klopstock's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Klopstock (7) vs (4) Schlepper
Schlepper 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.
Klopstock can't escape the position.
Schlepper wants to control but Klopstock is keeping busy.
Klopstock is in bad spot here.
A lull in the action here.
Schlepper has the hooks in. Klopstock is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Klopstock is keeping busy.
#T6##SUB2#
Schlepper 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, Klopstock has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Klopstock just trying to survive but Schlepper is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #SUB2#
Schlepper looking for the choke from the back.
Klopstock is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Schlepper is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Klopstock is defending well though. Schlepper let's go of the attempt for now.
Klopstock rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#SUB2#
Schlepper is looking for a kimura but Klopstock is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Schlepper to get the leverage.
Klopstock might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Schlepper wants to free his trapped foot but Klopstock is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Klopstock gets full guard.#T7#
Schlepper wants to control from the top but Klopstock keeps moving. #SUB#
Klopstock looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Schlepper content to stall in guard here.
Schlepper tries to free his leg and advance position but Klopstock is retaining full guard.
Klopstock working a defensive guard here.
Schlepper pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Klopstock is keeping the position for now.
Klopstock looking to control.
#T8##SUB#
Klopstock has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Schlepper can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Schlepper is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB#
Klopstock throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Klopstock has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Schlepper is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Klopstock. Score +3 for passing guard: Klopstock (7) vs (7) Schlepper
Schlepper advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Klopstock (7) vs (9) Schlepper
Klopstock is looking to improve his position but Schlepper isn't that keen on the idea.
Schlepper can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Klopstock is looking to escape.
Klopstock is trying desperately to improve position.#T9#
Klopstock is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Schlepper working for a submission but Klopstock is keeping him at bay.
Klopstock is squirming around, avoiding Schlepper's attempts to control the action.
Klopstock really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Schlepper tries to control but Klopstock wriggling away.
Klopstock is trying to escape the mount.
Klopstock regains half guard.#T10#
Schlepper is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Klopstock reverses the position - he's now on top in Schlepper's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Klopstock (9) vs (9) Schlepper
Schlepper has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Klopstock has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Klopstock (12) vs (9) Schlepper
Klopstock tries to advance to mount but can't. #SUB#
Klopstock is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Schlepper is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Klopstock wants to lay and pray for a moment but Schlepper keeps working.
Schlepper tries to improve position but can't. #T11#
Schlepper can't do much from the bottom here.
Schlepper tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad. Score +2 for reaching mount: Klopstock (14) vs (9) Schlepper
Schlepper is working to get back to half guard.
Schlepper stops Klopstock from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Klopstock trying to control but Schlepper is having none of it.
Klopstock wants to control but Schlepper has made it back to half guard. Nice work.
Klopstock is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T12#
Schlepper tries to roll over but Klopstock keeps him under control.#SUB#
Klopstock is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Schlepper is just riding it out for now. Klopstock eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Klopstock is looking for a kimura here.
Klopstock wants to lay and pray for a moment but Schlepper keeps working. #T13#
Klopstock is thwarting Schlepper's attempts to control the position.
Klopstock wants to free his trapped foot but Schlepper is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Klopstock is thwarting Schlepper's attempts to control the position.
Klopstock is keen to just control but Schlepper is a slippery customer.
Schlepper tries to get to full guard but Klopstock has control of the leg. #SUB#
Klopstock seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Schlepper has recovered full guard.
Klopstock pushing down on Schlepper's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T14#
Klopstock sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB#
Klopstock is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Klopstock is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Schlepper defends it well.
Schlepper has his hands clasped together around Klopstock's back. He's all about the action.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Klopstock is looking to take a break and control but Schlepper is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Schlepper is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Klopstock takes the fight on points by 14 to 9.
Leonhard Klopstock was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
SSG 214 Elvul vs Shalit
Date: Oct 15, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 8 losses; Leenart Kuningas! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 5 losses; Huug Schlepper!
The judges for this bout are Chad Campbell, Eddie Farnsworth and Franklyn Lucas.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Schlepper closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Schlepper lands in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kuningas (0) vs (2) Schlepper#SUB#
Kuningas has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Schlepper doesn't defend quickly enough and Kuningas has managed to lock this one up! Can Schlepper escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Kuningas on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Leenart Kuningas! |
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Event:
SSG 198 Hlervu vs Bar
Date: Sep 10, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 4 losses; Huug Schlepper! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 2 losses; Jim Marston!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, Yves DeLean and Dillan Fox.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Schlepper shoots in looking for a takedown. Marston tries to sprawl out of it but Schlepper keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Marston manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Marston is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Marston slaps away a takedown attempt from Schlepper, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Schlepper really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Schlepper tries to score a power double leg takedown but Marston sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Schlepper somewhat.
Marston drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Schlepper defends it well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Huug Schlepper. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Schlepper shoots in looking for a takedown. Marston tries to sprawl out of it but Schlepper keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Marston manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Marston is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Marston wants it to stay on the feet.
Marston feints the counter takedown.
Schlepper fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Marston avoids it really well and circles away.#T1#
Schlepper fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Marston is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Nice sprawl there from Marston as Schlepper shoots in.
Marston feints the counter takedown.
Horrible takedown attempt by Schlepper or perhaps it was just good defense by Marston, which made it look bad.
Schlepper shoots for a takedown but Marston saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Schlepper fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Marston displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Schlepper. #T2#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Schlepper.
Marston is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Marston keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Schlepper looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Marston is fending him off so far but Schlepper persists. Nope, Marston circles away and we're back to standing.
Schlepper fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Schlepper fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Schlepper is breathing heavily.
Schlepper shoots in for a double leg but Marston sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Marston changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Schlepper shoots in but no luck this time.
Marston with the counter takedown but Schlepper avoids it easily.#TD#
Schlepper decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Schlepper (2) vs (0) Marston
Marston gets back to full guard.
Schlepper stopping the sweep attempt from Marston.#T3#
Schlepper trying to control the position from guard on top but Marston is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Marston manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Schlepper manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Schlepper (2) vs (2) Marston
Marston engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Marston trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Marston not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T4#
Schlepper controls Marston momentarily but Marston frees himself.
Schlepper looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Schlepper will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Marston pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Schlepper is keeping the position for now.
Schlepper looking to hit a scissor sweep but Marston is one step ahead there.
Schlepper working a defensive guard here.
Schlepper seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Schlepper is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T5#
Marston content to stall in guard here.
Schlepper keeping full guard, as Marston tries to pass.
Schlepper is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
Schlepper working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Marston doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Marston manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Marston preventing the sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Marston stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Schlepper swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T6##SUB#
Schlepper has his foot on Marston's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Marston works his way back into a safe position though.
Marston slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Marston slips nicely into half guard.
Marston wants to free his trapped foot but Schlepper is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Marston sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Marston prevents Schlepper from improving his position.#T7#
Marston controlling the action here.
Marston frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Schlepper (2) vs (5) Marston
Marston wants to take Schlepper's back but he can't do it this time.
Schlepper tries to reverse the position but Marston maintains control.
Marston looking to control and managing it successfully.
Schlepper tries to reverse the position but Marston maintains control.
Marston takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Schlepper reaches up to try and control the position but Marston seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Schlepper rolls and tries to escape and now Marston has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Schlepper (2) vs (8) Marston#T8#
Schlepper is trying to break free.
Marston just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Let's hope that Marston 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.
Schlepper staying busy and making it hard for Marston to control.
Schlepper is in bad spot here.
Marston biding his time, controlling Schlepper. #T9#
Schlepper rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Schlepper is positioning himself well to prevent Marston advancing to mount.
Marston controlling the action here.
Schlepper wants to improve his position but Marston is controlling well.
#T10#
Schlepper is trying is best to control the position here.
Schlepper is looking to improve his position.
Marston controlling the action here.
Marston is looking to advance position but Schlepper won't allow it.
Schlepper wants to get back to full guard.
Marston content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T11#
Marston passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Schlepper (2) vs (11) Marston
Schlepper is working to get back to half guard.
Marston sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Schlepper tries to hold on but Marston pushes him away.
Schlepper is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.#T12#
Schlepper is looking to get to half guard.
Schlepper tries to improve his position but instead Marston has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Schlepper (2) vs (14) Marston
I really don't envy Schlepper right now.
Well,Schlepper is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Schlepper looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Good control from Marston.#T13#
Marston has the hooks in. Schlepper is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Schlepper is working hard here to advance position.
Marston is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Schlepper is really stuck here.
Our spies down at at Soul Supremacy Rio inform us that Marston has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Marston really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Schlepper.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Marston.#T14#
It looks like Marston 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.
Schlepper trying to control the hands but Marston won't let him.
Marston trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Schlepper doesn't escape.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Schlepper wants to escape the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Marston wins on points by 14 to 2. |
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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 Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Huug Schlepper! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 7 losses; Mac Ryan!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Alec Ball and Trevor Gratis.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Schlepper shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Schlepper (2) vs (0) Ryan
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Schlepper prevents Ryan from improving his position.
Schlepper really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Ryan wants to control but Schlepper is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ryan wants to improve his position but Schlepper is controlling well.
Schlepper keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Ryan tries to get to full guard but Schlepper has control of the leg.
Schlepper is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Ryan gets back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schlepper wants to control from the top but Ryan keeps moving.
Ryan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T1#
Schlepper trying to control but Ryan is working from the bottom.
Schlepper passes into half guard.
Ryan is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Schlepper takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Schlepper wants to free his trapped foot but Ryan is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Schlepper trying to control the action but Ryan is working from the bottom.
Schlepper looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Ryan tries to get to full guard but Schlepper has control of the leg.
Ryan is looking to get back to full guard here but Schlepper has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Schlepper (5) vs (0) Ryan#T2#
Ryan manages to get back to half guard.
Schlepper tries to pass to full mount but Ryan defends it.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Schlepper wants to control but Ryan is keeping him busy.
Schlepper wants to free his trapped foot but Ryan is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ryan slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Ryan wants to sweep here but Schlepper controlling him for the moment.
Schlepper advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Schlepper (8) vs (0) Ryan
Schlepper working away.#T3##SUB#
Schlepper working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Ryan prevents Schlepper from improving position.
Ryan is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Schlepper off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Schlepper (8) vs (4) Ryan
Schlepper tries to break free.
Ryan is trying to stick to Schlepper's back but Schlepper is turning into Ryan. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Ryan's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Schlepper. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Schlepper (10) vs (4) Ryan
Schlepper preventing the sweep.
Schlepper stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ryan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ryan is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Schlepper wants to pass the guard but Ryan is keeping the position.#T4#
Schlepper trying to control the position from guard on top but Ryan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ryan is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Schlepper trying to control the position from guard on top but Ryan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Schlepper 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#
Ryan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Schlepper gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Schlepper engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Ryan working a defensive guard here.
Schlepper will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T5#
Schlepper is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Schlepper works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Schlepper is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ryan doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Schlepper.
Schlepper looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Ryan has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Schlepper is working away from the top position though.#T6#
Schlepper wants to free his trapped foot but Ryan is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Schlepper looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Ryan slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Schlepper pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ryan is keeping the position for now.
Schlepper wants to control from the top but Ryan keeps moving.
Ryan has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Schlepper pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ryan is keeping the position for now. #T7#
Ryan can't keep his opponent in guard - Schlepper advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB2#
Ryan looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Schlepper wants to control but Ryan is keeping him busy.
Schlepper is looking to advance position but Ryan won't allow it.
Schlepper is thwarting Ryan's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Ryan actively working from the bottom here.
Schlepper looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T8##SUB2#
Ryan looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Still in half guard, Schlepper seems content to control.
Ryan is concentrating on defense, preventing Schlepper from advancing position.
Schlepper stalling.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ryan is pressing down on Schlepper's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Schlepper trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ryan being controlled here, momentarily.
Schlepper tries to free his leg and advance position but Ryan is retaining full guard.
Schlepper stands and throws Ryan's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Schlepper (13) vs (4) Ryan#T9#
Schlepper trying to control the action but Ryan is working from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Ryan's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Schlepper is staying tight to Ryan's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Schlepper tries to move into full mount but can't pass Ryan's legs.
Ryan gets back to half guard.
Ryan is staying active underneath Schlepper, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Schlepper wants to pass to mount but Ryan is defending the position.
Ryan is refusing to be controlled, as Schlepper sits in half guard. #T10#
Schlepper trying to pass the guard but Ryan defending well.
Schlepper passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Schlepper (16) vs (4) Ryan
Ryan tries to hold on but Schlepper pushes him away.
Schlepper content just to control the position here.
Ryan really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Schlepper controlling from mount. #T11#
Ryan gets back to half guard.
Ryan trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Schlepper (19) vs (4) Ryan
Ryan tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Schlepper controlling the pace for now.
Schlepper looking to control but Ryan is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Schlepper controlling from mount.
Ryan 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.
Ryan gets back to full guard.
Schlepper pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ryan is keeping the position for now. #T12#
Ryan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Schlepper is one step ahead there.
Schlepper passes Ryan's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Schlepper is thwarting Ryan's attempts to control the position.
Ryan slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Schlepper content to stall in guard here.
Schlepper advances to half guard.
Schlepper content to control rather than advance. #T13##SUB2#
Ryan is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Schlepper pulls his head out easily.
Ryan is concentrating on defense, preventing Schlepper from advancing position.
Schlepper moves into full mount! Ryan won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Schlepper (22) vs (4) Ryan
Ryan is in all sorts of trouble here.
Schlepper wants to control the pace but Ryan is squirming around nicely.
Schlepper is really struggling to control Ryan but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Schlepper takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T14#
Ryan is squirming around, avoiding Schlepper's attempts to control the action.
Ryan regains half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ryan is refusing to be controlled, as Schlepper sits in half guard. #SUB#
Schlepper is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ryan defends it well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Schlepper takes the fight on points by 22 to 4.
An out of breath Huug Schlepper 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 183 Sadiq vs Gomes
Date: Aug 06, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Leonhard Klopstock! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 4 losses; Huug Schlepper!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Trevor Gratis and Robert Douchet.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Schlepper gets caught napping as Klopstock dives in and scores a takedown. Schlepper manages to retain guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Klopstock (2) vs (0) Schlepper
Schlepper wants to sweep here but Klopstock controlling him for the moment.
Schlepper keeping moving, preventing Klopstock from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Schlepper working a defensive guard here.
Klopstock is looking to pass into half guard but Schlepper pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Schlepper is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Klopstock (2) vs (2) Schlepper#SUB#
Schlepper got a little sloppy there for a moment and Klopstock has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Schlepper has managed to get both his arms back between Klopstock's legs - danger averted.
Schlepper trying to control but Klopstock is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schlepper pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Klopstock is keeping the position for now.
Schlepper trying to control the position from guard on top but Klopstock is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Klopstock has his hands on Schlepper's head, controlling the position. #T1#
Schlepper looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Klopstock is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Schlepper is aware though and is defending well.
Schlepper passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Schlepper looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB#
Klopstock looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Klopstock is not content to let Schlepper control the position.#T2##SUB2#
Schlepper is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Klopstock moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Schlepper wants to control from the top but Klopstock keeps moving.
Klopstock looking for a sweep. Not yet Klopstock, not yet.
Schlepper pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Klopstock is keeping the position for now.
Klopstock pulls Schlepper in close to his closed guard and prevents Schlepper from doing any damage or advancing position.#T3##SUB#
Klopstock looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Schlepper has picked Klopstock up and slammed him! Klopstock can't keep hold of the triangle and Schlepper manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Klopstock (2) vs (5) Schlepper
Schlepper is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Klopstock is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Klopstock regains half guard.
Schlepper prevents Klopstock from improving his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Schlepper with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB2#
Schlepper is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Klopstock has managed to free his arm - good work.
Schlepper trying to mount his opponent but Klopstock defends it. #T4#
Klopstock is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Klopstock is trying to control but can't.
Schlepper controlling the action here.
Schlepper passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Klopstock (2) vs (8) Schlepper
Klopstock is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at 3Band MMA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Klopstock is looking for a sweep.
A lull in the action here as Schlepper stalls from top position.
Schlepper advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Klopstock (2) vs (10) Schlepper#T5#
Klopstock regains half guard.
Klopstock is not content to let Schlepper control the position.
Klopstock has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Schlepper is working away from the top position though.
Klopstock is looking to improve his position.
Schlepper is controlling the pace.
#SUB2#
Schlepper is working for a submission of some sort.
Klopstock is looking to improve his position.
#T6##SUB#
Klopstock looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Klopstock is looking to improve his position.
Klopstock might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Klopstock is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Schlepper's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Schlepper's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Klopstock (6) vs (10) Schlepper
Schlepper just trying to survive but Klopstock is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Klopstock tries to get the hooks in deep but Schlepper pushed the leg off.
Klopstock has the hooks in. Schlepper is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T7##SUB#
Klopstock is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Schlepper has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Schlepper tries to escape but Klopstock has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Klopstock struggling to keep hold of the position.
#SUB#
Klopstock tightening his grip on Schlepper, looking for the choke.
Klopstock is hanging on to Schlepper's back as he tries to escape.
#SUB#
Klopstock looking for the choke but no joy.
Schlepper manages to reverse the position and now he's in Klopstock's guard. Nice work there by Schlepper.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Klopstock (6) vs (12) Schlepper#T8#
Schlepper slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Klopstock (6) vs (15) Schlepper
Klopstock tries to bench press Schlepper off him but Schlepper keeps the position.
Schlepper wants to lay and pray for a moment but Klopstock keeps working.
Klopstock is trying to escape the position but Schlepper is controlling the position.
Klopstock is looking to regain half guard here but Schlepper keeps moving and retains side control.
Klopstock sneaks back into half guard.
Schlepper works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Klopstock (6) vs (18) Schlepper#T9#
Klopstock is trying to escape the mount.
Schlepper wants to control but instead Klopstock manages to regain half guard.
Schlepper frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Klopstock (6) vs (21) Schlepper
Klopstock is wriggling around trying to escape.
Schlepper wants to control the pace but Klopstock is squirming around nicely.
Klopstock manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Still in half guard, Schlepper seems content to control.
Klopstock makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Klopstock.#T10#
Klopstock looking for a sweep. Not yet Klopstock, not yet.
Schlepper trying to control the position from guard on top but Klopstock is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Schlepper's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Klopstock has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Schlepper can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Schlepper is looking to advance position but Klopstock has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Klopstock (10) vs (21) Schlepper
Schlepper is squirming around, avoiding Klopstock's attempts to control the action.
Klopstock is really struggling to control Schlepper but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T11##SUB#
Klopstock moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Schlepper has worked his arm free - good work by Schlepper!
Schlepper is looking for a sweep.
Schlepper manages to work his way to half guard, despite Klopstock's best efforts.
Klopstock wants to control but Schlepper is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Schlepper actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Klopstock wants to work for an arm triangle but Schlepper is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Klopstock prevents Schlepper from improving his position.
Klopstock is trying to control the action in half guard but Schlepper is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T12##SUB#
Klopstock is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Schlepper is trying to get back to full guard.
Klopstock controlling the pace. #SUB#
Klopstock is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Schlepper defends it well.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Klopstock in particular looking to stall.#T13##SUB#
Klopstock is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Schlepper doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Klopstock.
Klopstock wants to lay and pray for a moment but Schlepper keeps working. #SUB#
Schlepper is defending against the submission attempts here by Klopstock.
Klopstock trying to control the action but Schlepper is working from the bottom.
Schlepper wants to control but Klopstock is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T14#
Schlepper regains full guard. Nicely done.
Schlepper looking to control.
Klopstock wants to pass the guard but Schlepper is keeping the position.
Schlepper looking to hit a scissor sweep but Klopstock is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Klopstock drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Klopstock jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Schlepper bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Klopstock's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Klopstock (10) vs (23) Schlepper
Schlepper must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Schlepper trying to control the position from guard on top but Klopstock is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Schlepper forces his way into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Schlepper wins on points by 23 to 10.
Huug Schlepper thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SSG 173 Beat The Man 6
Date: Jul 16, 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 5 wins and 2 losses; Dan Jones! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 4 losses; Huug Schlepper!
The judges for this bout are John Roberts, Alyssa Summers and Eddie Farnsworth.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Schlepper gets caught flat footed, as Jones shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Jones (2) vs (0) Schlepper
Schlepper not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Schlepper looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Jones showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Jones might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Jones passes into half guard.
Jones wants to control but Schlepper is keeping him busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schlepper is trying to get back to full guard.
Jones stalling. #T1#
Jones is trying to control. Schlepper wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Jones wants to free his trapped foot but Schlepper is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Schlepper trying to control here.
Schlepper is looking for a sweep. Jones is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Jones is trying to control the action in half guard but Schlepper is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Schlepper is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Jones's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Jones's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Jones (2) vs (4) Schlepper#SUB2#
Schlepper working for the choke. #SUB2#
Schlepper looking to break Jones's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Jones remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Schlepper will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Schlepper keeps control of the position easily here as Jones tries to buck him off.
#SUB2#
Schlepper working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #T2#
Schlepper controlling well, preventing Jones from escaping the position.
#SUB2#
Schlepper has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Jones trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Schlepper working for the choke.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Schlepper patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Schlepper really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Jones.#SUB2#
Schlepper is working the back position looking for the choke. Oh, he's slid into an armbar! Beautiful transition and Jones taps out! Fantastic Jiu Jitsu from Schlepper.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Huug Schlepper!
Huug Schlepper very nearly forgot to thank Furnace Performance 🔥 amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you. |
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Event:
SSG 168 Goble vs Kersikov
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 Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 4 losses; Huug Schlepper! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 4 losses; Juliano Dramos!
The judges for this bout are Alec Ball, Elvis Blanc and Robert Douchet.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Schlepper will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Dramos tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Dramos doesn't manage to clinch there - Schlepper circles away.
Dramos tries to clinch there but Schlepper circles away.
Schlepper dives in and grabs Dramos's left leg, looking for a takedown. Dramos pushes down on Schlepper's head and hops out.#TD#
Schlepper is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Dramos's half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Schlepper (2) vs (0) Dramos
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dramos tries to get to full guard but Schlepper has control of the leg. #SUB#
Schlepper is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dramos slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Schlepper will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Dramos lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Schlepper (2) vs (2) Dramos
Schlepper working a defensive guard but Dramos passes into half guard.
#T1#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Dramos in particular looking to stall.
Dramos seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Schlepper does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Schlepper is looking to improve his position.
Dramos trying to mount his opponent but Schlepper defends it.
Schlepper on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Schlepper tries to get out of the position.
Dramos wants to control but Schlepper is keeping him busy.
Schlepper wants to control but Dramos is keeping busy.
Schlepper wants to improve his position but Dramos is controlling well.
#T2#
Schlepper is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Tappelukerho, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Schlepper trying to control but Dramos postures up.
Dramos trying to mount his opponent but Schlepper defends it.
Schlepper is staying active underneath Dramos, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Schlepper manages to get to full guard.
Schlepper not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T3#
Dramos passes into half guard.
Dramos is pressing down on Schlepper's thigh, looking to free his foot. Schlepper is holding on for now.
Schlepper really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Dramos is trying to control. Schlepper wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Schlepper is looking to improve his position.
Dramos is trying to control. Schlepper wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Schlepper is controlling Dramos's trapped leg to prevent Dramos from advancing to side control.
Schlepper is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Schlepper has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Dramos is working away from the top position though.#T4#
Schlepper wants to get back to full guard.
Dramos is looking to advance position but Schlepper won't allow it.
Schlepper is looking for a sweep. Dramos is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Schlepper trying to control here.
Dramos prevents Schlepper from improving his position.
Schlepper is trying to maintain the position but Dramos is very close to passing his half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Dramos in particular looking to stall.
Dramos is looking to take a break and control but Schlepper is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Schlepper wants to get back to full guard.#T5##SUB2#
Dramos is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Schlepper has managed to free his arm - good work.
Schlepper makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Schlepper.
Dramos trying to control the position from guard on top but Schlepper is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dramos stopping the sweep attempt from Schlepper.
Dramos trying to control but Schlepper is working from the bottom.
Schlepper has control of Dramos's left arm, preventing Dramos from doing any damage. #T6#
Dramos engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Schlepper keeping full guard, as Dramos tries to pass.
Dramos stopping the sweep attempt from Schlepper.
Dramos is pushing down on Schlepper's leg trying to pass to half guard. Schlepper is fighting to maintain full guard but Dramos has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Schlepper is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dramos pulls his head out easily.
Schlepper trying to control here.
#T7##SUB2#
Dramos is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Schlepper doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Dramos.
Schlepper slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Schlepper 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: Schlepper (4) vs (2) Dramos
Dramos won't allow Schlepper to pass to mount. #T8#
Dramos is trying to get back to full guard.
Schlepper trying to control from half guard but Dramos is working away.
Schlepper performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Dramos is trying to control but can't.
Schlepper stalling. #SUB2#
Dramos looking for submissions off his back.
Schlepper is looking to advance position but Dramos won't allow it. #T9#
Schlepper controlling the pace. #SUB#
Schlepper is looking for a kimura but Dramos is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Schlepper to get the leverage.
Dramos moves into full guard.
Dramos controls Schlepper momentarily but Schlepper frees himself. #SUB2#
Dramos is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Dramos is adopting a defensive guard.
Schlepper pushes down on Dramos's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T10##SUB2#
Dramos looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Schlepper is looking to take a break and control but Dramos is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Schlepper with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Dramos won't allow Schlepper to pass to mount.
Schlepper is taking a breather. Dramos 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.#T11#
Dramos is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Schlepper is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Dramos sees it coming and defends easily.
Dramos is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Schlepper prevents Dramos from improving his position.#SUB#
Schlepper is looking for a kimura but Dramos is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Schlepper to get the leverage.
Schlepper is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Dramos trying to keep a closed guard but Schlepper is proving a slippery customer.
Dramos has his hands on Schlepper's head, controlling the position. #T12#
Dramos controls Schlepper momentarily but Schlepper frees himself.
Schlepper trying to control but Dramos is working from the bottom.
Schlepper advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Schlepper (7) vs (2) Dramos
Dramos is looking to reverse the position.
Schlepper tries to move to mount but Dramos blocks the move with his legs.
A lull in the action here as Schlepper stalls from top position.
Schlepper trying to control the position but Dramos is working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T13#
Dramos regains half guard there - taking advantage of Schlepper's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Dramos tries to get to full guard but Schlepper has control of the leg.
Dramos trying to control here.
Dramos gets back to full guard.
Dramos looking to control.
#SUB2#
Dramos looking for a guillotine here but Schlepper defends easily.
#T14#
Dramos keeping full guard, as Schlepper tries to pass.
Dramos manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Schlepper manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Schlepper (7) vs (4) Dramos
Schlepper looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dramos is one step ahead there.
Dramos postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dramos trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Schlepper wants to control the position but Dramos says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Dramos is keen to just control but Schlepper is a slippery customer.
And that's the end of the fight!
Schlepper takes the fight on points by 7 to 4.
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Huug Schlepper made sure he mentioned Furnace Performance 🔥, along with how happy he was to win his fight.
Juliano Dramos spoke after the fight, saying 'All respect to him, he was better than me today, no excuses...'. |
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Event:
SSG 161 Gerbandi vs Nutz
Date: Jun 18, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Faster Adamz! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 4 losses; Huug Schlepper!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, Paul Tew and William Gold.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Schlepper stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Schlepper wants it to stay on the feet.
Schlepper is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#TD2#
Schlepper fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Adamz to the ground. Schlepper is now in Adamz's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Adamz (0) vs (2) Schlepper
Schlepper forces his way into half guard.
Schlepper not doing much here.
Schlepper is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Adamz! Score +3 for passing guard: Adamz (0) vs (5) Schlepper
Schlepper takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Adamz is looking to improve his position but Schlepper isn't that keen on the idea.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Schlepper controlling from the full mount. #T1#
It looks like Schlepper 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.
Adamz might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Schlepper has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Adamz is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Huug Schlepper!
After the big win, Huug Schlepper made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Furnace Performance 🔥 and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. |
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Event:
SSG 153 Hlervu vs Thumb
Date: Jun 04, 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 1 losses; Yaroslav Tischenko! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 4 losses; Huug Schlepper!
The judges for this bout are Russell Pearce, Jonathan Paton and Jorge Garcia.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Tischenko looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Tischenko tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Schlepper defends well and Tischenko ends up having to push Schlepper into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Tischenko tries to score a body lock takedown but Schlepper shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Yaroslav Tischenko. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Schlepper prevents the takedown attempt.
Tischenko is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Tischenko changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Schlepper fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Schlepper stuffs the takedown.#TD2#
Schlepper gets the takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Tischenko (0) vs (4) Schlepper
A lull in the action here.
Tischenko really is a fat lump.
Schlepper passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Tischenko! Score +2 for reaching mount: Tischenko (0) vs (6) Schlepper
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schlepper controlling his opponent.
Tischenko tries to lock up and control but Schlepper gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Schlepper controlling the pace for now. #T1##SUB2#
Schlepper wants to finish this one by submission but Tischenko is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Schlepper.
Tischenko is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Schlepper content just to control the position here.
Tischenko can't escape the position.
#SUB2#
Schlepper working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Schlepper prevents Tischenko from getting the reversal.
Schlepper content just to control the position here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Tischenko is trying to escape the mount.
Schlepper is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Schlepper tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Tischenko might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Schlepper trying to control but Tischenko is having none of it.
Tischenko really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Tischenko on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Tischenko tries to get out of the position.#T3#
Schlepper tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Schlepper trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Schlepper controlling the pace for now. #SUB2#
Schlepper looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Schlepper goes for an armbar but Tischenko turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Tischenko. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tischenko (2) vs (6) Schlepper
Tischenko has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Tischenko trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T4#
Schlepper tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Schlepper is pulling down on Tischenko's head to control his posture.
Schlepper keeping moving, preventing Tischenko from controlling successfully.
Schlepper tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tischenko trying to control but Schlepper is working from the bottom.
Tischenko trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Schlepper looking for a sweep. Not yet Schlepper, not yet. #T5#
Schlepper trying to control the position here.
Tischenko is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Tischenko wants to control from the top but Schlepper keeps moving.
Tischenko trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tischenko trying to control but Schlepper is working from the bottom.
Schlepper not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T6#
Tischenko trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Tischenko is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Schlepper is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Schlepper has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tischenko (2) vs (8) Schlepper
Schlepper advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Tischenko (2) vs (11) Schlepper
Tischenko tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Schlepper is looking to take a break and control but Tischenko is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tischenko is looking to regain half guard here but Schlepper keeps moving and retains side control. #T7#
Tischenko is working hard here to advance position.
Schlepper passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Tischenko! Score +2 for reaching mount: Tischenko (2) vs (13) Schlepper
Tischenko is in all sorts of trouble here.
Schlepper controlling the pace for now.
Tischenko is in all sorts of trouble here.
Schlepper controlling the pace for now.
Schlepper avoids the attempt from Tischenko to control.
Tischenko really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T8#
Schlepper looking to control and managing it successfully.
Tischenko tries to lock up and control but Schlepper gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Tischenko tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Schlepper controlling the position easily from mount.
Tischenko is looking to improve his position but Schlepper isn't that keen on the idea.
Schlepper controlling the pace for now.
Tischenko tries to hold on but Schlepper pushes him away.
Tischenko really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T9#
Schlepper takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Tischenko tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Schlepper controlling from the full mount.
Tischenko is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#SUB2#
Schlepper has hold of Tischenko's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Tischenko manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
#T10#
Schlepper sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Tischenko is working to get back to half guard.
Schlepper sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Tischenko is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#SUB2#
Schlepper has hold of Tischenko's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Tischenko manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
#T11#
Tischenko keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Schlepper looking to control and managing it successfully.
Tischenko wants to control but Schlepper is having none of it.
Tischenko working to try and regain half guard.
Schlepper can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Tischenko is looking to escape.
Tischenko sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T12#
Tischenko is trying to get back to full guard.
Schlepper controlling the pace.
Tischenko wants to get back to full guard.
Schlepper controlling the pace.
Tischenko is looking for a sweep. Schlepper is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Schlepper controlling the pace. #T13#
Schlepper is looking to advance position but Tischenko won't allow it.
Schlepper is controlling the pace.
Schlepper works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Tischenko (2) vs (16) Schlepper
Schlepper tries to control but Tischenko wriggling away. #T14##SUB2#
Schlepper jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Tischenko manages to avoid the submission attempt.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Tischenko tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Schlepper wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Schlepper tries to advance to mount but can't.
Schlepper trying to control the position but Tischenko is working away.
Schlepper advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Tischenko (2) vs (18) Schlepper
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tischenko working to try and regain half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Schlepper wins on points by 18 to 2.
Huug Schlepper made sure to mention his sponsor, Furnace Performance 🔥 in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
SSG 150 Chai vs Solo
Date: May 28, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Rufus Globe! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 3 losses; Huug Schlepper!
The judges for this bout are David Schapiro, Russell Pearce and Franklyn Lucas.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Schlepper gets a double leg takedown into Globe's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Globe (0) vs (2) Schlepper
Globe 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.
Globe trying to control the position here.
Globe 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: Globe (2) vs (2) Schlepper
Globe stalling.
Schlepper is looking for a sweep. Globe is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Globe sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Globe wants to pass the guard but Schlepper is defending well. #T1#
Globe is trying to control. Schlepper wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Schlepper is looking to improve his position.
Globe moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Globe (5) vs (2) Schlepper
Schlepper is trying to get back to half guard.
Globe wants to lay and pray for a moment but Schlepper keeps working.
Globe tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Globe trying to control the action but Schlepper is working from the bottom. #T2#
Schlepper is looking to reverse the position.
Globe trying to control the action but Schlepper is working from the bottom.
Schlepper is trying to work for a sweep but Globe has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Globe (7) vs (2) Schlepper
Globe takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Schlepper is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Schlepper is squirming around, avoiding Globe's attempts to control the action. #T3#
Schlepper wants to hold on but Globe pushes him away.
Schlepper is in all sorts of trouble here.
Schlepper has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
Score +3 for taking back: Globe (10) vs (2) Schlepper
Schlepper is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Schlepper tries to roll but Globe sticks to his back.
Schlepper is keeping busy.
Schlepper can't escape the position.
Globe gets his hands free as Schlepper looks to control.
Schlepper tries to break free.
Globe seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Globe is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
#T4#
Globe controlling well, preventing Schlepper from escaping the position.
Schlepper keeps trying to improve his position.
Globe is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Will Globe go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Globe is really struggling to control Schlepper but he's trying to hold on to the position.
I really don't envy Schlepper right now.
I would not like to be Schlepper right now.
#T5#
Schlepper just looking to survive in the bad position.
You can see the frustration on Schlepper's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Globe is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Globe controlling well, preventing Schlepper from escaping the position.
Globe really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Schlepper.
Schlepper rolls, trying to escape but Globe keeps control of the position.
#T6#
Schlepper staying busy and making it hard for Globe to control.
Schlepper tries to roll but Globe sticks to his back.
Globe is riding his opponent, not letting Schlepper buck him off.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Globe is not going to allow Schlepper to sit and survive in this position.
Schlepper is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T7#
Globe struggling to keep hold of the position.
Schlepper is in bad spot here.
Globe controls the position.
Schlepper tries to roll but Globe sticks to his back.
Schlepper is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Schlepper trying to control the hands but Globe won't let him.
Schlepper is keeping busy.
Globe keeps control of the position as Schlepper tries to break free.
Schlepper staying busy and making it hard for Globe to control. #T8#
Schlepper has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Schlepper is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Schlepper is really stuck here.
Globe trying to control.
Schlepper is trying to break free.
Globe really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Schlepper.
Schlepper rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Schlepper is looking to get back to full guard here but Globe has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Globe (13) vs (2) Schlepper#T9#
Schlepper tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Globe wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Globe controlling the position from side mount.
Schlepper wants to control but Globe postures up.
Schlepper tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Globe wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Globe takes a little break here. Schlepper wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Schlepper wants to control but Globe postures up.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Schlepper can do anything to dispel that myth.
Schlepper tries to buck Globe off but Globe is having none of it.
Globe wants to control but Schlepper is keeping him busy. #T10#
Schlepper tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Globe wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Schlepper manages to work his way to half guard, despite Globe's best efforts.
Globe wants to lay and pray for a moment but Schlepper keeps working.
Schlepper tries to roll over but Globe keeps him under control.
Schlepper is trying to control but can't.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Globe in particular looking to stall.#T11#
Schlepper wants to control but Globe is keeping busy.
Schlepper wants to improve his position but Globe is controlling well.
Globe slows the pace down in half guard.
Globe is trying to control the action in half guard but Schlepper is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Schlepper wants to get back to full guard but Globe has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Globe (16) vs (2) Schlepper
Schlepper tries to hold on but Globe postures up.
Globe controlling his opponent. #T12#
Schlepper is looking to get to half guard.
Schlepper wants to control but Globe is having none of it.
Schlepper has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Globe's lack of action.
Schlepper is looking to improve his position.
Globe is trying to control. Schlepper wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Globe is thwarting Schlepper's attempts to control the position.#T13#
Still in half guard, Globe seems content to control.
Schlepper gets back to full guard.
Schlepper wants to sweep but no luck.
Schlepper lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Globe (16) vs (4) Schlepper
Globe has his hands on Schlepper's head, controlling the position.
Schlepper stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Globe swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Schlepper controls from within his opponent's guard.
Globe keeping moving, preventing Schlepper from controlling successfully. #T14#
Schlepper stopping the sweep attempt from Globe.
Globe might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Schlepper pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Globe is keeping the position for now.
Schlepper preventing the sweep.
Globe is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Globe 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Globe controlling the position.
Schlepper showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Globe takes the fight on points by 16 to 4.
Rufus Globe thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SSG 143 Ibrahim vs Soderberg
Date: May 14, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Huug Schlepper! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 1 losses; Darrell Darkins!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Edson Gomes and Leandro Rodrigues.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Schlepper shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Schlepper (2) vs (0) Darkins#SUB2#
Schlepper has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Darkins to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Schlepper is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Darkins pulls down on the head and he's put Schlepper to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Darrell Darkins!
An out of breath Darrell Darkins 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 136 Chai vs Thumb
Date: Apr 23, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Edu Navarro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Huug Schlepper!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Dillan Fox and Ian Loll.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Navarro closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Navarro lands in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Navarro (2) vs (0) Schlepper
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.
Navarro advances to half guard.
Navarro seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Schlepper does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Navarro is working for a submission of some sort.
Schlepper is looking to improve his position.
Schlepper slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schlepper keeping moving, preventing Navarro from controlling successfully.
Schlepper looking for a sweep. Not yet Schlepper, not yet. #SUB2#
Navarro got a little sloppy there for a moment and Schlepper has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Navarro has managed to get both his arms back between Schlepper's legs - danger averted.
Schlepper managing to control the position. #T1#
Navarro trying to control the position from guard on top but Schlepper is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Schlepper can't keep his opponent in guard - Navarro advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Schlepper is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Navarro's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Navarro's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Navarro (2) vs (4) Schlepper#SUB2#
Navarro is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Navarro breaks Schlepper's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Navarro (4) vs (4) Schlepper
Navarro wants to pass the guard but Schlepper is keeping the position.
Navarro won't allow Schlepper to sweep him here. #T2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Schlepper keeping moving, preventing Navarro from controlling successfully.
Navarro is really struggling to control Schlepper but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Navarro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Schlepper swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Schlepper 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: Navarro (4) vs (6) Schlepper#SUB2#
Schlepper is looking for a kimura here.
Schlepper wants to control but Navarro is keeping him busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3##SUB#
Navarro is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Schlepper pulls his head out easily.
Schlepper passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Navarro (4) vs (9) Schlepper
Navarro prevents Schlepper from taking his back.#SUB2#
Schlepper goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Navarro turns into him and now he's in Schlepper's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Navarro (6) vs (9) Schlepper
Navarro wants to control from the top but Schlepper keeps moving.
Schlepper is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Navarro slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T4##SUB2#
Schlepper is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Navarro is aware though and is defending well.
Schlepper trying to control the position.
#SUB2#
Schlepper is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Navarro is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Navarro drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Navarro jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Schlepper is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Navarro defends well.#SUB2#
Schlepper looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Navarro controls from within his opponent's guard.
Navarro tries to free his leg and advance position but Schlepper is retaining full guard.
Navarro might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T5#
Navarro trying to control but Schlepper is working from the bottom.
Navarro stands and throws Schlepper's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Navarro (9) vs (9) Schlepper
Schlepper looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB#
Navarro looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Navarro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Schlepper keeps working.
Schlepper trying to remain calm as Navarro controls from the top position.
Schlepper tries to bench press Navarro off him but Navarro keeps the position. #SUB#
Navarro is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Schlepper is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Schlepper is looking for a sweep.#T6##SUB#
Navarro wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Schlepper, who protects the arm well.
Navarro advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Navarro (11) vs (9) Schlepper
Schlepper working to try and regain half guard.
#SUB#
Navarro is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Schlepper to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Schlepper shrugs it off. #SUB#
Navarro jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Schlepper is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Schlepper and Navarro has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Navarro trying to control the position but Schlepper is working away. #SUB#
Navarro tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T7#
Schlepper is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Navarro thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Schlepper is trying to control Navarro's posture but Navarro avoids it.
Schlepper is looking to regain half guard here but Navarro keeps moving and retains side control. #T8#
Schlepper is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Navarro looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Navarro trying to control the position but Schlepper is working away.
Schlepper tries to improve position but can't.
Schlepper is not content to let Navarro control the position.
Schlepper is trying to improve his position.
Navarro controls the position.#T9#
Schlepper is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Navarro is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Schlepper is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Navarro is looking to take a break and control but Schlepper is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Schlepper can do anything to dispel that myth.
Schlepper is trying to control Navarro's posture but Navarro avoids it.
Navarro has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Navarro (13) vs (9) Schlepper
Schlepper is squirming around, avoiding Navarro's attempts to control the action. #T10#
Schlepper is in all sorts of trouble here.
Schlepper is squirming around, avoiding Navarro's attempts to control the action.
Schlepper tries to hold on but Navarro postures up.
Navarro trying to control but Schlepper is having none of it.
Schlepper gets back to half guard.#T11##SUB#
Navarro is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Schlepper manages to get to full guard.
Navarro trying to control the position from guard on top but Schlepper is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Schlepper looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Navarro sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Navarro slips nicely into half guard.#T12##SUB#
Navarro wants to work for an arm triangle but Schlepper is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Schlepper is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Navarro looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Navarro is trying to control. Schlepper wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Navarro is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T13#
Schlepper is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Navarro wants to work for an arm triangle but Schlepper is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Schlepper wants to control but Navarro is keeping busy.
Navarro has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Navarro (16) vs (9) Schlepper
Schlepper is trying desperately to improve position.
Navarro trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T14#
Schlepper regains half guard.
Schlepper is looking to improve his position.
Navarro seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Schlepper does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Navarro is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Schlepper defends it well.
Navarro performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Navarro prevents Schlepper from improving his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Navarro takes the fight on points by 16 to 9.
Edu Navarro spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
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Event:
SSG 133 Chai vs Kimura
Date: Apr 16, 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 4 wins and 1 losses; Juliano Dramos! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Huug Schlepper!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Robert Douchet and Gregory Folan.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Schlepper shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Dramos napping and manages to drive through into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Dramos (0) vs (4) Schlepper
Dramos tries to buck Schlepper off but Schlepper is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dramos is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Dramos is looking to control Schlepper's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Dramos avoid being mounted?
Schlepper is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Schlepper is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Dramos reverses the position - he's now on top in Schlepper's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dramos (2) vs (4) Schlepper#SUB2#
Schlepper is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Schlepper has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dramos can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Schlepper looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Dramos trying to control the position from guard on top but Schlepper is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Schlepper is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dramos is aware though and is defending well.
Schlepper really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Dramos. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Dramos is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T1#
Dramos slips nicely into half guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Schlepper can do anything to dispel that myth.
Dramos passes into side control, despite Schlepper's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Dramos (5) vs (4) Schlepper
Dramos trying to control the position but Schlepper is working away.
Schlepper tries to improve position but can't.
Schlepper regains half guard.
Schlepper trying to control here.
Schlepper moves into full guard.
Schlepper wants to sweep but no luck.
Dramos trying to control but Schlepper is working from the bottom. #T2#
Dramos might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Dramos slips nicely into half guard.
Dramos wants to pass to mount but Schlepper is defending the position.
Schlepper is looking for a sweep. Dramos is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Dramos wants to free his trapped foot but Schlepper is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Dramos has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Dramos (8) vs (4) Schlepper
Schlepper is working to get back to half guard.
#SUB#
Dramos working for a submission but Schlepper is keeping him at bay. #T3#
Schlepper is wriggling around trying to escape.
Dramos controlling his opponent.
Schlepper wants to hold on but Dramos pushes him away.
Schlepper is desperately trying to improve his position but Dramos has a good base and remains in mount.
Schlepper is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Schlepper tries to reverse the position but Dramos maintains control.
Schlepper stops Dramos from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. #SUB#
Dramos is working for a guillotine from mount but Schlepper frees his head quite easily.
#SUB#
Schlepper tries to improve his position but Dramos has taken his back! Dramos has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Schlepper tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Dramos pushes Schlepper away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Juliano Dramos!
Our winner, Juliano Dramos, 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 05, 2023 |
#R1##TD#
Benn shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Schlepper manages to get to full guard.
Schlepper wants to sweep here but Benn controlling him for the moment.
Schlepper manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Benn manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Schlepper is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Schlepper scoring with some ground and pound.
Schlepper is in close to Benn's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Schlepper has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Schlepper postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Benn knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Schlepper on the ground.
Schlepper not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Schlepper postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Benn working for a triangle but Schlepper defends it easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Benn had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Schlepper defends it easily.
Schlepper trying to control but Benn is working from the bottom. #T1#
Schlepper is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Schlepper trying to control but Benn is working from the bottom.
Schlepper lands a couple of digs.
Schlepper keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Benn's head.#SUB2#
Schlepper drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Schlepper jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Benn is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Schlepper landing with the ground and pound.
Schlepper working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Benn's head.
Schlepper passes into half guard.
Schlepper working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #T2#
Schlepper prevents Benn from improving his position.
Schlepper is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Benn looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Schlepper working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Schlepper working Benn over with strikes.
Schlepper working Benn over with strikes.
Schlepper looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Schlepper working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Schlepper takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Schlepper connects with a nice short shot to Benn's temple.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Schlepper is nestled in close to Benn, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#SUB#
Benn looking for submissions off his back.
Benn is refusing to be controlled, as Schlepper sits in half guard.
Benn on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Benn tries to get out of the position.
Benn is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Schlepper scores with a couple of nice shots.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Schlepper connects with a nice short shot to Benn's temple.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Schlepper landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Schlepper working the head and body with strikes.
Schlepper slips a nice elbow through Benn's hands, connecting with Benn's forehead.
Benn is refusing to be controlled, as Schlepper sits in half guard.
Schlepper is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Benn has hold of Schlepper's hands but Schlepper slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Benn on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Schlepper is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Ground and pound from Schlepper.
Schlepper is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Schlepper cracks Benn with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Schlepper in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Schlepper with shots to the head and body - Benn looks very uncomfortable down there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Schlepper looking to finish Benn with some ground and pound. This is bad for Benn!
Benn is in a horrible position here. Schlepper smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
#ROC2#Benn is rocked!
Benn is trying to escape the mount.
Oh Benn is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T4#
Schlepper is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Benn can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Benn in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Schlepper lands a big elbow.
Schlepper postures up and lands a whopping elbow - oh that's hurt Benn bigstyle! Two more strikes land for Schlepper and the fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Huug Schlepper! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 02, 2023 |
#R1#
Schlepper tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bellic was well out of range. Poor timing from Schlepper.
Bellic misses with a low kick.
Schlepper throws a hook but Bellic blocks it.
Bellic feints the counter takedown.
Bellic takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#TD2#
Bellic shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
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.
Schlepper moves into full guard.
Bellic trying to control but Schlepper is working from the bottom.
Schlepper looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Bellic must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bellic tries to free his leg and advance position but Schlepper is retaining full guard. #T1#
Schlepper is looking to stand back up but Bellic counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Schlepper.
Schlepper is positioning himself well to prevent Bellic advancing to mount.
Schlepper is staying active underneath Bellic, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Schlepper preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Schlepper regains full guard. Nicely done.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Schlepper is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##SUB#
Schlepper is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T2#
Nice strikes from Schlepper there.
Schlepper landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Bellic has hold of Schlepper's hands but Schlepper slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB#
Schlepper is looking for a kimura here.
Schlepper is nestled in close to Bellic, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#SUB2#
Bellic looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Schlepper lands strikes from half guard.#ROC#Bellic is rocked!#T3#
Schlepper lands a big elbow - Bellic is out of it! He's waving his arms around but his eyes are closed and he's not intelligently defending himself - the ref has no choice but to jump in and stop the fight! This one is in the books! A TKO win for Schlepper!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Huug Schlepper! |
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