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Event:
NYF 97: Perry vs Bird II
Date: Dec 28, 2024 |
#R1# Akiyama chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Akiyama misses with a body punch
and Van Elburg counters with a nice uppercut. A slow jab from Akiyama misses its intended target. #CL# Van Elburg instigates a clinch. Akiyama misses with a punch to the body.
Akiyama tries a body shot but Van Elburg blocks it.
Akiyama using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Van Elburg has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Van Elburg throws a punch but it's blocked by Akiyama. Akiyama using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Van Elburg has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Van Elburg swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Van Elburg lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Van Elburg. Van Elburg has a couple of punches blocked by Akiyama.
Van Elburg misses with a short punch on the inside. Van Elburg misses with a short punch on the inside. Van Elburg fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Akiyama throws an elbow but it misses.
With the fighters up against the cage, Akiyama throws an elbow but misses. A short body shot lands from Van Elburg as the two fighters clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Van Elburg fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC2# Akiyama pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL# Van Elburg gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Van Elburg swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T1# Van Elburg blocks an elbow strike from Akiyama.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Akiyama just misses with a elbow thrown towards Van Elburg's brow. A head punch on the inside from Van Elburg fails to land. Akiyama throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Van Elburg blocks it with crossed arms. Akiyama misses with a knee to the head. Akiyama throws an elbow that misses.
Van Elburg misses with a punch on the inside.
Van Elburg dodges an elbow strike from Akiyama.
Van Elburg swings wildly with an uppercut but Akiyama uses good head movement to avoid it. Van Elburg really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape. Akiyama misses with a hook to the ribs.
Akiyama blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
I was talking to Van Elburg's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Van Elburg creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Van Elburg tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Akiyama's elbow. Akiyama misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A nice left hand lands by Van Elburg.
Van Elburg lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Van Elburg working aggressively here.
With the fighters up against the cage, Akiyama throws an elbow but misses. Van Elburg misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Van Elburg throws a punch but it's blocked by Akiyama. #T2# Van Elburg throws a head punch that misses. Akiyama blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Van Elburg throws a head punch that misses. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Akiyama lands a damaging elbow. #CUT2#It looks like Vincent Van Elburg has been cut. Akiyama tries to land a knee to the head but Van Elburg blocks with his arms.
Akiyama wants to break the clinch but can't.
#BC2# Akiyama manages to break the clinch.
#CL# Van Elburg has Akiyama up against the cage in a clinch.
Van Elburg lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Akiyama tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Van Elburg's elbow. Akiyama using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Van Elburg has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Akiyama blocks a body shot from Van Elburg. Van Elburg tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Van Elburg misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Van Elburg swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Akiyama blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short right from Van Elburg. Van Elburg throws a head punch that misses. Akiyama is trying to force a seperation but Van Elburg has the dominant position. Akiyama with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
#T3# Van Elburg tries to work over Akiyama's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Akiyama goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Van Elburg lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Akiyama with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Akiyama tries a knee to the head but Van Elburg blocks it.
Van Elburg misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Van Elburg fails to land. Van Elburg misses with a punch to the body.
Van Elburg blocks an elbow strike. Akiyama misses with a knee strike.
Akiyama lands a body punch. Akiyama with an attempt at a knee that misses.
A shot in the inside from Van Elburg. Van Elburg tries to work over Akiyama's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. A quick uppercut on the inside from Van Elburg. #BC2# Akiyama manages to break the clinch.
Van Elburg tries to clinch there but Akiyama circles away.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Akiyama!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL# Van Elburg gets in close and instigates a clinch. Van Elburg blocks an elbow strike.#T4# Akiyama throws a knee to the head but misses.
Van Elburg tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Akiyama's elbow. Akiyama pushes off an throws an elbow but Van Elburg leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage. Van Elburg swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Akiyama misses with a body punch.
Van Elburg gets through Akiyama's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. A short right from Van Elburg on the inside. Van Elburg misses with a punch to the body.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Akiyama using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Van Elburg has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Van Elburg scores with a shoulder strike. Van Elburg misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Akiyama tries a knee to the head but Van Elburg blocks it.
Van Elburg lands a hook that snaps the head of Akiyama backwards. Akiyama tries a knee to the head but Van Elburg blocks it.
Akiyama throws an elbow but it's blocked.
#BC2# Akiyama breaks from the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Van Elburg wants to clinch up but Akiyama keeps it at a distance. Akiyama avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Akiyama has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Akiyama there as he acknowledges the shot. Akiyama throws a right hand that misses
and Van Elburg counters with a nice uppercut. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vincent Van Elburg dominated that round. The cut man is working on Vincent Van Elburg's cut. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2# Akiyama misses with a left hand and Akiyama takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL# Van Elburg closes the distance and pushes Akiyama back into the cage. Akiyama using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Van Elburg has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Van Elburg working some nice short punches in the clinch. Akiyama with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Van Elburg working aggressively here.
Van Elburg misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Van Elburg is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Akiyama can do to turn this around? Akiyama using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Van Elburg has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Akiyama misses with an elbow over the top. Van Elburg lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Akiyama backwards. Van Elburg working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Van Elburg working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Van Elburg lands with a right to the head. Good body shot from Van Elburg.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! A short right from Van Elburg on the inside. Akiyama blocks a body shot from Van Elburg. Akiyama has had enough of the clinch but Van Elburg keeps him there for the moment. Van Elburg gets through Akiyama's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Vincent Van Elburg has scored more points in the clinch so far. Akiyama throws an elbow but it's blocked.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Van Elburg creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Van Elburg keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Akiyama's efforts to push away.#T1# Van Elburg lands a body punch in the clinch. Van Elburg throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Akiyamas head. Akiyama blocking some punches.
Akiyama tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Van Elburg lands a body shot. Akiyama is breathing heavily. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Van Elburg. Van Elburg blocks an elbow strike from Akiyama.
Akiyama prevents a body shot from Van Elburg. Akiyama blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Van Elburg. Van Elburg blocks an elbow strike. Van Elburg lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Van Elburg lands a body punch. Van Elburg lands with a light punch inside. Van Elburg lands with a light punch inside. A short right hand to the side of the head by Van Elburg. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Nice body punch from Van Elburg - that landed with a thud.
Van Elburg doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Van Elburg misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T2# A nice right hand lands inside from Van Elburg. Van Elburg tries to work over Akiyama's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Akiyama using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Van Elburg has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Van Elburg misses with a short punch on the inside. Van Elburg struggles to land a body shot inside as Akiyama controls his hands.
Akiyama throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Akiyama throws an elbow that misses.
Akiyama tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Van Elburg misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Van Elburg fails to land. Akiyama with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Still in the clinch, Van Elburg scores with a nice short uppercut. Van Elburg stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Akiyama is trying to break free. A short left from Van Elburg. A short right from Van Elburg. Still in the clinch, Van Elburg scores with a nice short uppercut. Van Elburg tries a body shot but Akiyama blocks it.
Van Elburg lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Van Elburg pushes Akiyama back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Van Elburg prevents a body shot from Akiyama. #T3# Akiyama misses with a knee to the head. Van Elburg tries a body shot but Akiyama blocks it.
Akiyama pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage. Van Elburg tries to throw a body punch but Akiyama avoids it by throwing Van Elburg back against the cage. A right hand to the body from Van Elburg.
Van Elburg scores with a hook to the body. Akiyama pushes off an throws an elbow but Van Elburg leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage. A short uppercut from Van Elburg. Van Elburg lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Van Elburg tries a body shot but Akiyama blocks it.
Van Elburg avoids a wild elbow strike from Akiyama. Akiyama using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Van Elburg has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Van Elburg. Van Elburg throws a head punch that misses. Van Elburg misses with a punch to the body.
Akiyama tries a knee to the head but Van Elburg blocks it.
Van Elburg tries a body shot but Akiyama blocks it.
Van Elburg cracks Akiyama with a nice body shot. Akiyama blocks a body shot from Van Elburg. Van Elburg gets through Akiyama's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T4# Akiyama misses with a knee strike.
Van Elburg misses with a short punch on the inside. This has been an exciting period of action! Akiyama looks to throw an elbow but misses. #BC2# Akiyama pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Akiyama throws a leg kick and Van Elburg counters with a good low kick that Akiyama was not able to check. Akiyama is looking to chop away at Van Elburg's legs. #CL# Van Elburg moves into the clinch. Akiyama throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Akiyama struggles to land a body shot inside as Van Elburg controls his hands.
Van Elburg blocks a body shot from Akiyama. Van Elburg scores with a shot to the side of Akiyama's head. Van Elburg lands a body shot. Van Elburg tries to work over Akiyama's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Akiyama prevents a body shot from Van Elburg. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Akiyama blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Van Elburg lands a hook that snaps the head of Akiyama backwards. Akiyama misses with a body punch.
Akiyama struggles to land a body shot inside as Van Elburg controls his hands.
Van Elburg lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vincent Van Elburg dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Vincent Van Elburg's cut. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3##CL# Van Elburg closes the distance and pushes Akiyama back into the cage. Van Elburg throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Akiyama tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Van Elburg misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nice body punch from Van Elburg. Akiyama tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Van Elburg lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Van Elburg lands a shoulder strike. Akiyama tries to land a knee to the head but Van Elburg blocks with his arms.
Van Elburg misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short body shot lands from Van Elburg as the two fighters clinch.
Van Elburg misses with a hook to the ribs.
Akiyama misses with a body punch.
Van Elburg scores with a shot to the side of Akiyama's head. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Van Elburg tries to work over Akiyama's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Akiyama prevents a body shot from Van Elburg. Van Elburg tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Van Elburg swings wildly with an uppercut but Akiyama uses good head movement to avoid it. Van Elburg tries a body shot but Akiyama blocks it.
Akiyama takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1# Van Elburg pushes Akiyama back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. A quick uppercut on the inside from Van Elburg. Van Elburg doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Akiyama misses with a knee to the head. Akiyama tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Van Elburg working some nice short punches in the clinch. Van Elburg lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Akiyama backwards. Van Elburg tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Akiyama's elbow. Van Elburg lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Van Elburg lands with a short head shot on the inside. Van Elburg doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Van Elburg lands a body shot in the clinch.
Nice body punch from Van Elburg. Akiyama's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Akiyama throws an elbow that misses.
This has been an exciting period of action! Akiyama with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Van Elburg is working Akiyama over against the cage. Van Elburg lands a nice uppercut. Van Elburg lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #ROC#Akiyama is rocked! Van Elburg lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Akiyama backwards. Akiyama is still on wobbly legs! Can Van Elburg finish him?#T2# Van Elburg makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Van Elburg goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Van Elburg lands a hook to the side of the head. Akiyama misses with an elbow strike.
Van Elburg fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Akiyama looking to throw knees to the head but Van Elburg is blocking nicely.
Van Elburg gets through Akiyama's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Akiyama with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Van Elburg pushes Akiyama back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Van Elburg lands a right hand that snaps the head of Akiyama backwards. Akiyama blocks a body shot from Van Elburg. Van Elburg misses with a punch to the body.
Van Elburg misses with a shot to the kidneys.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Van Elburg creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Van Elburg misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Akiyama tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
A head punch on the inside from Van Elburg fails to land. Van Elburg lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Vincent Van Elburg is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3# Van Elburg tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Akiyama tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Van Elburg's elbow. Van Elburg misses with a punch on the inside.
Van Elburg working some nice short punches in the clinch. Van Elburg gets through Akiyama's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Akiyama misses with a knee to the head. Van Elburg swings wildly with an uppercut but Akiyama uses good head movement to avoid it. A right handed body shot lands from Van Elburg.
Van Elburg pushes Akiyama back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Van Elburg struggles to land a body shot inside as Akiyama controls his hands.
Van Elburg misses with a body punch.
Akiyama seems to have recovered his senses. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Van Elburg. Van Elburg lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Akiyama backwards. A short left from Van Elburg. Van Elburg throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Van Elburg is working Akiyama over against the cage.#T4# With the fighters clinched against the cage, Van Elburg creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Van Elburg lands a body shot. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Van Elburg misses with a punch to the body.
Akiyama throws a knee to the head but misses.
Van Elburg tries a body shot but Akiyama blocks it.
Van Elburg lands a body punch. Van Elburg scores with a shot to the side of Akiyama's head. Van Elburg throws a punch but it's blocked by Akiyama. Van Elburg lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Akiyama backwards. Van Elburg misses with some punches.
Akiyama tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Van Elburg's elbow. Van Elburg swings wildly with an uppercut but Akiyama uses good head movement to avoid it. Van Elburg lands a right hand. Good body shot from Van Elburg.
Van Elburg lands a right hand that snaps the head of Akiyama backwards. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Akiyama misses with a knee to the head. Kado Akiyama has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Van Elburg softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Akiyama throws an elbow but it misses.
And that's the end of the fight! Vincent Van Elburg showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Van Elburg, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 30:27 Judge Roger Salmon scores the fight 30:27 Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vincent Van Elburg! Vincent Van Elburg really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Wrestler Wayfare logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
NYF Fight Night 48
Date: Nov 20, 2024 |
#R1##CL# Van Elburg moves into the clinch. Van Elburg digs a right hand underneath Holt's ribcage. Holt let out a lung full of air as it connected. Van Elburg lands a left hand that snaps the head of Holt backwards. Van Elburg misses with a hook to the ribs.
Van Elburg lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Van Elburg pushes Holt back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Holt tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Van Elburg's elbow. Holt doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
I was talking to Van Elburg's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight. Holt doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Holt blocking some punches.
Holt goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Van Elburg scores with a nice hook to the head. Van Elburg works on Holt's body with a couple of short punches. Van Elburg prevents a body shot from Holt. Van Elburg lands a shoulder strike. Van Elburg lands an uppercut. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Van Elburg. Holt blocks a body shot from Van Elburg. Van Elburg tries to throw a body punch but Holt avoids it by throwing Van Elburg back against the cage. Van Elburg lands a left hand that snaps the head of Holt backwards. Van Elburg scores with a shoulder strike. Van Elburg lands a shoulder strike. Van Elburg really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape. Holt can't find room to land a body shot as Van Elburg controls the action.
#T1# Van Elburg softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Holt swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Van Elburg lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Holt backwards. Holt's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#ROC#Holt is rocked! Van Elburg misses with a short punch on the inside. Van Elburg prevents a body shot from Holt. Van Elburg digs a right hand underneath Holt's ribcage. Holt let out a lung full of air as it connected. Holt misses with a punch to the body.
Van Elburg blocks a body shot from Holt. A quick uppercut on the inside from Van Elburg. Van Elburg blocks an uppercut.
A hook to the body from Holt.
Van Elburg misses with some punches.
Van Elburg lands a left hand.
Van Elburg softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Van Elburg lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Holt backwards. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Holt tries to work over Van Elburg's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Holt swings wildly with an uppercut but Van Elburg uses good head movement to avoid it. Holt takes a shot to the head. Holt is still on wobbly legs! Can Van Elburg finish him?#T2# Van Elburg lands a right hand. Holt seems to have recovered his senses. Holt lands a hook to the side of the head. Holt misses with a hook to the ribs.
Van Elburg lands a body shot in the clinch.
Holt lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Van Elburg or not. Van Elburg lands a shoulder strike. Holt is working Van Elburg over against the cage. Van Elburg lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Holt backwards. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Van Elburg. Van Elburg throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Holts head. Van Elburg lands a hook that snaps the head of Holt backwards. Van Elburg lands with a left to the head. Van Elburg scores with a nice hook to the head. Van Elburg lands a right hand. Van Elburg misses with a punch to the body.
Van Elburg blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Van Elburg lands with a short head shot on the inside. Van Elburg lands a shoulder strike. Holt goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Van Elburg lands with a short shot to the head. #T3# Van Elburg works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Holt cracks Van Elburg with a nice body shot. Van Elburg doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Holt blocks an uppercut.
Holt takes a shot to the head. Van Elburg doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Van Elburg lands a body punch. Van Elburg misses with some punches.
Holt misses with some punches.
Holt lands a body shot. Van Elburg tries to throw a body punch but Holt avoids it by throwing Van Elburg back against the cage. Holt tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Holt blocks an uppercut.
A body shot lands from Van Elburg.
Van Elburg throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Van Elburg misses with a punch to the body.
Van Elburg scores with a shot to the side of Holt's head. Holt tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Van Elburg's elbow. A head punch on the inside from Van Elburg fails to land. Holt misses with a body punch.
#T4# Holt tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Van Elburg's elbow. Van Elburg blocks a body shot from Holt. Holt tries to work over Van Elburg's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Van Elburg softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Van Elburg blocks a body shot from Holt. Holt misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Van Elburg blocks a body shot from Holt. A right handed body shot lands from Van Elburg.
Van Elburg lands a left hand.
A right hook to the body lands for Holt.
Van Elburg blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Van Elburg lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Van Elburg lands a hook to the side of the head. Van Elburg lands a hook to the side of the head. Van Elburg throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Van Elburg works on Holt's body with a couple of short punches. Van Elburg lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Holt looks winded! Holt's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! With the fighters clinched against the cage, Van Elburg creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Van Elburg scores with an uppercut up the middle. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vincent Van Elburg dominated that round. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2# Van Elburg tries to close the distance and clinch up but Holt swats him away and circles back towards the center. Van Elburg tries to clinch up.#CL# Holt gets tackled into the cage by Van Elburg. Van Elburg maintains the clinch. A nice left hand lands by Van Elburg.
Van Elburg lands a left hand.
Holt prevents a body shot from Van Elburg. Van Elburg blocking some punches.
#BC2# Holt breaks the clinch.
#CL# Van Elburg has managed to clinch.
Van Elburg throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Holts head. Van Elburg gets through Holt's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Holt misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Van Elburg keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Holt's efforts to push away. Van Elburg can't find room to land a body shot as Holt controls the action.
Van Elburg lands on the inside with an uppercut. Van Elburg misses with a hook to the ribs.
Van Elburg misses with a short punch on the inside. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Van Elburg lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Holt backwards. #T1# Holt blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Holt tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Van Elburg's elbow. Van Elburg scores with a shoulder strike. Holt tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Van Elburg's elbow. Holt has had enough of the clinch but Van Elburg keeps him there for the moment. Vincent Van Elburg has scored more points in the clinch so far. Holt tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Van Elburg's elbow. Holt has had enough of the clinch but Van Elburg keeps him there for the moment. Holt misses with the head strike.
Van Elburg lands on the inside with an uppercut. Holt throws a head punch that misses. Van Elburg tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Holt in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off. A short left from Van Elburg. Holt misses with some punches.
Holt tries a body shot but Van Elburg blocks it.
Van Elburg softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Van Elburg lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Van Elburg. Van Elburg lands a left hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Van Elburg throws a big uppercut that drops Holt! More strikes from Van Elburg and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Holt lies dazed against the cage as Van Elburg celebrates with his cornermen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vincent Van Elburg! Vincent Van Elburg managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Wrestler Wayfare, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
NYF 88: Traumen vs Joon
Date: Oct 19, 2024 |
#R1##CL# Van Elburg moves into the clinch. Pacman is looking to break free of the clinch but Van Elburg has double underhooks. Van Elburg digs a right hand underneath Pacman's ribcage. Pacman let out a lung full of air as it connected. Pacman blocking some punches.
I was talking to Van Elburg's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight. Pacman blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Van Elburg. Van Elburg is working Pacman over against the cage. Van Elburg tries a body shot but Pacman blocks it.
Pacman wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Van Elburg has him pressed against the cage. Van Elburg lands a right hand. Van Elburg lands a hook that snaps the head of Pacman backwards. Van Elburg lands a hook that snaps the head of Pacman backwards. Van Elburg works on Pacman's body with a couple of short punches. Van Elburg lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Van Elburg lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Pacman backwards. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Van Elburg lands with a left to the head. A nice left hand lands by Van Elburg.
A body shot lands from Van Elburg.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Van Elburg. #T1# Pacman takes a shot to the head. Van Elburg has Pacman pressed against the cage, preventing Pacman from circling away and getting back to striking at range. Van Elburg keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Pacman's efforts to push away. Van Elburg lands a right hand. Van Elburg works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Van Elburg lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Pacman backwards. Van Elburg lands with a short head shot on the inside. Van Elburg stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Van Elburg scores with a nice hook to the head. Van Elburg is leaning against Pacman and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Van Elburg lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Pacman or not. Pacman looks winded! Van Elburg lands a body punch. A short right hand to the side of the head by Van Elburg. Still in the clinch, Van Elburg scores with a nice short uppercut. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Van Elburg lands a body punch. Van Elburg lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Pacman.#T2# Van Elburg lands with a short shot to the head. Van Elburg pushes Pacman back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#ROC#Pacman is rocked! Van Elburg lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Pacman is still on wobbly legs! Can Van Elburg finish him? Van Elburg pushes Pacman back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Van Elburg working some nice short punches in the clinch. Van Elburg throws a big uppercut that drops Pacman! More strikes from Van Elburg and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Pacman lies dazed against the cage as Van Elburg celebrates with his cornermen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vincent Van Elburg! Vincent Van Elburg gave a mention to Wrestler Wayfare in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
NYF 84: Bird vs Perry
Date: Sep 21, 2024 |
#R1# Van Elburg misses with a straight left. Edison has his takedown stuffed and Van Elburg connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Edison loads up on a big right hand but Van Elburg slips the punch. A nice inside leg kick there by Van Elburg. That's going to slow Edison down. Van Elburg is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two. Van Elburg misses with a low kick as Edison jumps back. Edison attempts a counter takedown but Van Elburg avoids it well and moves away. Van Elburg misses with an uppercut. Van Elburg attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Van Elburg takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Van Elburg chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Van Elburg connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Edison chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Van Elburg can pounce on him.
Edison's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Van Elburg connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Edison scrambles back to his feet. Van Elburg throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Edison throws an overhand right that lands on Van Elburg's shoulder, as Van Elburg tries to avoid the shot. Van Elburg lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Van Elburg.#T1# Van Elburg fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Van Elburg takes a shot right to the bread basket. A telegraphed right hand from Van Elburg misses the target. Jab from Edison. Edison tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Van Elburg was well out of range. Poor timing from Edison. Edison throws a jab when Van Elburg was well out of range. Edison misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Van Elburg.
Edison misses with a body punch
and Van Elburg makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick. Van Elburg connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Edison momentarily.
Edison looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Edison swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Van Elburg misses with a body shot.
Good leg kick by Van Elburg. Van Elburg misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Edison is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Van Elburg. Van Elburg has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. Van Elburg lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T2# A big left from Van Elburg misses. Van Elburg looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Van Elburg connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Nice cross by Van Elburg. Van Elburg misses with an uppercut. Edison saw that one coming. Edison tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Van Elburg manages to circle out of the way. Van Elburg keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Van Elburg appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Van Elburg throws a head kick that misses. Van Elburg walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Edison checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Edison is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Edison just misses with a punch to the body.
Van Elburg has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. Edison misses with a hook
and Van Elburg counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. A combination from Edison does no damage. Van Elburg appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.#TD# Edison feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position. Edison trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Van Elburg manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB# Edison working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Van Elburg doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Van Elburg manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3##SUB# Edison is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Van Elburg has his hands clasped together but Edison extends and breaks Van Elburg's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Edison.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Addy Edison! |
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Event:
NYF 79: Belmiro vs Van Elburg
Date: Aug 17, 2024 |
#R1# Van Elburg throws a looping overhand right but Belmiro ducks down to avoid it. Belmiro moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Belmiro misses the body punch and Van Elburg counters with a nice body kick.
Van Elburg throws a leg kick #TD# and Belmiro counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Van Elburg! Van Elburg is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two. Check out the look on Belmiro's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
#SUB# Belmiro wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Van Elburg, who protects the arm well. Belmiro misses with an attempted head punch from side control. Belmiro working the ground and pound. Van Elburg wants to control but Belmiro postures up. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Van Elburg tries to buck Belmiro off but Belmiro is having none of it. Belmiro working the head with strikes. Belmiro landing a few strikes. Van Elburg is not content to let Belmiro control the position. #T1# Belmiro creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Van Elburg sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #SUB# Belmiro thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. Belmiro scores with a couple of short elbows. Van Elburg is looking to regain half guard here but Belmiro keeps moving and retains side control. Van Elburg is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard. Van Elburg tries to get to full guard but Belmiro has control of the leg. #SUB# Belmiro is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Van Elburg sees it coming and defends easily. Belmiro lands with a punch from half guard. #T2# 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. Belmiro connects with a nice short shot to Van Elburg's temple. Van Elburg wants to get back to his feet. Belmiro takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists. Van Elburg wants to get back to full guard. Belmiro wants to pass the guard but Van Elburg is defending well. Van Elburg wants to get back to full guard. Van Elburg is positioning himself well to prevent Belmiro advancing to mount. Van Elburg wants to control but Belmiro is keeping busy and won't allow it. Belmiro is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Van Elburg! The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Belmiro lands a heavy elbow. Belmiro raining down shots from the mount! Belmiro has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Belmiro trying to control but Van Elburg is having none of it. #T3# Van Elburg is bucking up trying to escape but Belmiro cracks him with another couple of good strikes. Belmiro fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
#SUB# Belmiro has control of Van Elburg's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Van Elburg regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Belmiro is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Van Elburg can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Van Elburg sneaks a leg under to get to half guard. Van Elburg has hold of Belmiro's hands but Belmiro slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. Van Elburg wants to control but Belmiro is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T4# Van Elburg is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Belmiro's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Belmiro's back! Belmiro is trying to break free.
Van Elburg doesn't have the hooks in and Belmiro manages to turn into his guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Belmiro keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Van Elburg's head. Belmiro might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. Belmiro cracks Van Elburg with a solid left hand. Van Elburg wants to sweep here but Belmiro controlling him for the moment. Belmiro scoring with some ground and pound. Belmiro working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Belmiro wants to control from the top but Van Elburg keeps moving. Belmiro landing some decent shots from guard. Belmiro trying to control but Van Elburg is working from the bottom. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Breno Belmiro dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2# Belmiro lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Van Elburg throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Belmiro stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Belmiro walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Van Elburg fails to land with a series of punches.
Jab from Van Elburg. Belmiro throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Van Elburg sees it coming and avoids it easily. Van Elburg finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Belmiro scores with a decent looking hook. Van Elburg throws a head kick that misses. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Van Elburg uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Belmiro has time to react. Belmiro fails with a takedown attempt. Van Elburg misses with a wild body shot. An attempted straight right counter from Belmiro misses the target.#T1# Van Elburg lands a head kick!
Belmiro lands a body shot.
Van Elburg avoids the body shot from Belmiro.
Belmiro cracks Van Elburg with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Van Elburg keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Belmiro. Van Elburg misses the jab. Van Elburg throws a sloppy head kick and Belmiro counters with a lovely straight right hand! Van Elburg misses with a head kick.
Vincent Van Elburg is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Belmiro misses with a left hand and Belmiro takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Belmiro jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Belmiro moves out of range of the strikes. A nice leg kick from Van Elburg, right into the meat of the thigh.
This has been an exciting period of action! Van Elburg misses with a straight left. #T2# Van Elburg throws a head kick that misses and Belmiro counters with a left to the body. Van Elburg throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. Belmiro is looking to counter punch. Belmiro is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Van Elburg can do to turn this around? Good leg kick by Van Elburg. A big right from Van Elburg misses. Belmiro throws an overhand right that lands on Van Elburg's shoulder, as Van Elburg tries to avoid the shot. Belmiro lands with a right hand. Van Elburg has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Van Elburg there as he acknowledges the shot. Van Elburg ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Belmiro moves away. Belmiro scores with a jab to the jaw. The fighters circling - Van Elburg throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Van Elburg works Belmiro's body with a nice hook. Vincent Van Elburg seems to be getting the better of the standup. Belmiro takes a swing at Van Elburg's ribcage but misses. Van Elburg replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Belmiro blocks it well. Belmiro takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
A jab from Belmiro misses. #T3# Van Elburg moves into range and connects with a jab. Belmiro missing with a left hand there. Van Elburg was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Nice cross by Van Elburg. Belmiro keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
#TD# Belmiro shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Van Elburg's guard. Belmiro makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. Belmiro content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. Belmiro is in close to Van Elburg's body, working some short punches and elbows. Belmiro passes Van Elburg's right leg, so he's now in half guard. Belmiro scoring with strikes to the body and head. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Belmiro takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists. Van Elburg has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Belmiro is working away from the top position though.#T4# Belmiro working the head and body with strikes. Van Elburg taking some punishment here, with Belmiro in his half guard. Van Elburg is looking for a sweep. Belmiro is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Belmiro is nestled in close to Van Elburg, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Belmiro lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. Belmiro is keen to just control but Van Elburg is a slippery customer. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Van Elburg has hold of Belmiro's hands but Belmiro slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. 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. Belmiro connects with a nice short shot to Van Elburg's temple. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Breno Belmiro dominated that second round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R3# Van Elburg tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Belmiro manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Belmiro looks to score with a jab to the body but Van Elburg is just out of range. Belmiro uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Van Elburg.
The fighters circling - Van Elburg throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Van Elburg's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Belmiro connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Van Elburg scrambles back to his feet. Belmiro connects with a jab. Van Elburg throws a head kick that misses #TD# and Belmiro decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Van Elburg's guard. Van Elburg is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Belmiro dives into side control.
#REVB# Van Elburg wants to control but Belmiro postures up. Van Elburg is looking to regain half guard here but Belmiro keeps moving and retains side control. Belmiro cracks Van Elburg with an elbow. That is naaassty. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Van Elburg is working to avoid the ground and pound but Belmiro connects with a decent elbow. #T1# Van Elburg takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
You can see the frustration on Van Elburg's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Van Elburg tries to buck Belmiro off but Belmiro is having none of it. Belmiro creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.#SUB# Belmiro wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Van Elburg, who protects the arm well. Belmiro landing strikes. Belmiro scoring with punches and elbows. Van Elburg is trying to control Belmiro's posture but Belmiro avoids it. Belmiro lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. Breno Belmiro overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2##SUB# Belmiro wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Van Elburg, who protects the arm well. Van Elburg is not in a great position here, taking some shots. Van Elburg is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Belmiro off and has taken his back!#SUB2# Van Elburg is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Belmiro has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. Belmiro is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Belmiro Academy, so we'll see if he gets out of it. This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2# Van Elburg is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Belmiro knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Belmiro for a finish. Belmiro breaks Van Elburg's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Belmiro trying to control the position from guard on top but Van Elburg is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3# Belmiro is working Van Elburg over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. Belmiro with a nice head shot there. Belmiro postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Van Elburg working a defensive guard here.
Belmiro lands a couple of elbows. Belmiro stops Van Elburg from standing up. Van Elburg trying to control the position.
#SUB2# Belmiro got a little sloppy there for a moment and Van Elburg has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Belmiro has managed to get both his arms back between Van Elburg's legs - danger averted.#T4# Belmiro pushes down on Van Elburg's leg and manages to get into half guard. Belmiro lands strikes from half guard.#SUB# Belmiro wants to work for an arm triangle but Van Elburg is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Ground and pound from Belmiro. Belmiro prevents Van Elburg from improving his position. Belmiro is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. Van Elburg taking some punishment here, with Belmiro in his half guard. Belmiro landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #SUB# Belmiro is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Van Elburg is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Breno Belmiro! Breno Belmiro retains his featherweight title! |
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Event:
NYF 75:Sillalahi vs Belmiro
Date: Jul 20, 2024 |
#R1# Van Elburg fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Hicks has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Van Elburg throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Hicks with the counter takedown but Van Elburg avoids it easily. Van Elburg tries to close the distance and clinch but Hicks swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Van Elburg throws a front kick aimed at Hicks's knee but Hicks avoids it well. Van Elburg really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape. Hicks tries to clinch but Van Elburg moves out of range. Hicks throws a shot to the body.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Hicks, as that shot connected.
Van Elburg seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym. Hicks throws a hook but Van Elburg blocks it. Hicks fails with a takedown attempt. Hicks missing with a left hand there. Van Elburg was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL2# Hicks clinches up with Van Elburg and pushes him back against the cage. Hicks fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Van Elburg working some nice short punches in the clinch. Van Elburg throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Hickss head. Hicks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Van Elburg throws a punch but it's blocked by Hicks. Van Elburg lands a right hand that snaps the head of Hicks backwards. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Hicks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Van Elburg's elbow. A quick uppercut on the inside from Van Elburg. #T1# Hicks tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Van Elburg's elbow. Hicks misses with a body punch.
Hicks tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Van Elburg just stands there and leans against the cage. Van Elburg misses with a body punch.
Hicks lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Van Elburg. A left hand lands to the body for Van Elburg.
Nice body punch from Hicks. Van Elburg is defending well against a takedown attempt. Vincent Van Elburg has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lyman Hicks. Hicks lands a body punch. Hicks lands a body shot in the clinch.
Van Elburg tries to work over Hicks's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Van Elburg fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Van Elburg throws a punch but it's blocked by Hicks. Hicks lands a left hand that snaps the head of Van Elburg backwards. Hicks misses with a short punch on the inside. Van Elburg has a couple of punches blocked by Hicks.
Van Elburg tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hicks's elbow. Van Elburg pushes Hicks back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Hicks throws an elbow but it's blocked.
#T2# Van Elburg scores with a nice hook to the head. Hicks working aggressively here.
A nice left hand lands by Van Elburg.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Van Elburg throws a head punch that misses. Van Elburg blocks an elbow strike. Van Elburg can't find room to land a body shot as Hicks controls the action.
Hicks tries to land knees in the clinch but Van Elburg avoids the damage to the body. Hicks lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Van Elburg or not. Van Elburg misses with a hook from the clinch. Van Elburg takes an elbow to the temple. Hicks lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. A right hook to the body lands for Hicks.
Hicks tries to throw a body punch but Van Elburg avoids it by throwing Hicks back against the cage. Hicks looking for a takedown. Van Elburg misses with a hook from the clinch. Hicks pushes Van Elburg back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Hicks pushes Van Elburg back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Hicks has Van Elburg pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Van Elburg manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #T3# Van Elburg lands a hook to the side of the head. Van Elburg lands with a right to the head. Van Elburg tries to throw a body punch but Hicks avoids it by throwing Van Elburg back against the cage. Good anti-grappling being displayed by Van Elburg as Hicks tries to tie him up. Van Elburg has a couple of punches blocked by Hicks.
Hicks blocks an uppercut.
Van Elburg has a couple of punches blocked by Hicks.
A head punch on the inside from Van Elburg fails to land. Van Elburg lands a shoulder strike. Van Elburg lands a hook that snaps the head of Hicks backwards. Van Elburg misses with a punch on the inside.
Van Elburg blocks a body shot from Hicks. Hicks gets through Van Elburg's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Hicks wants to take the fight to the mat but Van Elburg manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch. Van Elburg tries to throw a body punch but Hicks avoids it by throwing Van Elburg back against the cage. Van Elburg prevents a body shot from Hicks. Hicks misses with a hook from the clinch. Hicks swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T4# Van Elburg swings wildly with an uppercut but Hicks uses good head movement to avoid it. A head punch on the inside from Van Elburg fails to land. Hicks lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Van Elburg backwards. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Van Elburg goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hicks lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Hicks throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Hicks lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Van Elburg or not. Van Elburg works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Hicks lands a hook that snaps the head of Van Elburg backwards. Van Elburg scores with a shot to the side of Hicks's head. Van Elburg swings wildly with an uppercut but Hicks uses good head movement to avoid it. Van Elburg lands with a short head shot on the inside. Van Elburg blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Van Elburg fails to land. Hicks can't find room to land a body shot as Van Elburg controls the action.
Hicks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Vincent Van Elburg will probably get the nod. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2# Van Elburg thows a leg kick but Hicks checks it and Hicks cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Hicks has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.#CL2# Hicks pushes Van Elburg up against the cage in a clinch. Van Elburg prevents the takedown attempt.
Van Elburg tries to work over Hicks's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Van Elburg misses with a short punch on the inside. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Van Elburg. Hicks is looking to take this one to the mat. Van Elburg tries a body shot but Hicks blocks it.
Van Elburg lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hicks backwards. Van Elburg tries to work over Hicks's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Hicks throws a punch but it's blocked by Van Elburg. Van Elburg tries to throw a body punch but Hicks avoids it by throwing Van Elburg back against the cage. Vincent Van Elburg has scored more points in the clinch so far. Hicks jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Van Elburg walks away with a smile on his face. Hicks gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. Vincent Van Elburg has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lyman Hicks. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hicks takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Van Elburg throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Van Elburg is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Van Elburg scores with a hook to the body. Hicks takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #CL2# Hicks darts in and clinches Van Elburg up against the cage.#T1# Hicks is trying to pull guard but Van Elburg turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch. A right hand to the body from Van Elburg.
Van Elburg lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Hicks or not. Van Elburg lands on the inside with an uppercut. A shot in the inside from Van Elburg. Van Elburg scores with a nice hook to the head. Hicks goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Van Elburg tries to throw a body punch but Hicks avoids it by throwing Van Elburg back against the cage. Van Elburg tries to throw a body punch but Hicks avoids it by throwing Van Elburg back against the cage. A shot in the inside from Van Elburg. Hicks blocks a body shot from Van Elburg. Still in the clinch, Hicks scores with a nice short uppercut. Hicks tries to pull guard but Van Elburg forces him back to his feet, against the cage. Van Elburg lands with a light punch inside. Van Elburg prevents a body shot from Hicks. Van Elburg is leaning against Hicks and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. A short uppercut from Van Elburg. This has been an exciting period of action! Van Elburg scores with a shoulder strike. #ROC#Hicks is rocked!#T2# Hicks looks to throw an elbow but misses. Hicks is still on wobbly legs! Can Van Elburg finish him? Van Elburg lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Hicks or not. Hicks seems to have recovered his senses. Hicks struggles to land a body shot inside as Van Elburg controls his hands.
Van Elburg misses with the head strike.
Van Elburg gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Hicks.
Hicks misses with an elbow over the top. Hicks tries to throw a body punch but Van Elburg avoids it by throwing Hicks back against the cage. A head punch on the inside from Van Elburg fails to land. Van Elburg can't find room to land a body shot as Hicks controls the action.
Van Elburg is pressed up against the cage. Hicks has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Van Elburg down to the mat. Van Elburg avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. A decent looking body kick lands there for Van Elburg. Hicks throws a head kick but Van Elburg moves out of range.
A combination from Hicks does no damage. Van Elburg connects with a solid leg kick. Hicks dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Hicks tries to close the distance and clinch but Van Elburg swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #T3# Van Elburg with a jab. Hicks has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Van Elburg finds it's way round the side to connect with Hicks's head. Hicks tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Hicks misses with a body shot.
Van Elburg throws a solid leg kick but Hicks takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Van Elburg. Hicks tries to counter by closing the distance. Van Elburg fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Van Elburg throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body. Van Elburg lunges at Hicks with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Hicks's hand. Van Elburg dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Hicks. That did some damage! Van Elburg throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Van Elburg ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Van Elburg rushes Hicks and starts throwing punches like they are going out of style! Hicks is up against the cage and has nowhere to go. Van Elburg piles on the pressure and Hicks crumples to the floor! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:49 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vincent Van Elburg! Vincent Van Elburg managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Wrestler Wayfare, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
NYF 71: Lauzier vs White II
Date: Jun 22, 2024 |
#R1# Van Elburg is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Oliveira throws a nice looking combination but Van Elburg bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. That kick from Van Elburg tenderised Oliveira's leg. Oliveira is trying to keep his angry face on. Van Elburg with a jab. A big right from Oliveira misses. Van Elburg dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Oliveira throws a head kick but Van Elburg moves out of range.
Oliveira misses with a lunging right hand
and Van Elburg counters with a two punch combo. Oliveira throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. Van Elburg with a jab.#CUT#It looks like Jackson Oliveira has been cut. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Oliveira blocks a head kick by Van Elburg.
A chopping leg kick lands by Van Elburg. Oliveira thuds a left hand into Van Elburg's body. Van Elburg throws a head kick that Oliveira semi-blocks.
Van Elburg lands a hook that stumbles Oliveira back into the cage. Van Elburg follows up with a straight and another hook that land right on the button, dropping Oliveira to the canvas! Van Elburg pounces and lands several unanswered shots - Oliveira has had enough and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Vincent Van Elburg! An out of breath and clearly excited Vincent Van Elburg thanked Silverguard Outfitters 🛡 for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
NYF 67: Crusher vs Hogg
Date: May 18, 2024 |
#R1# Burton tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Van Elburg was well out of range. Poor timing from Burton. Van Elburg lands a nice leg kick that just misses Burton's sensitive parts. Van Elburg lands a head kick. Burton smiles back at him and beckons him forward. Van Elburg tries to score with a low kick but Burton moves his leg out of the way. Burton misses with a combination
and Van Elburg counters with a good low kick that Burton was not able to check. Van Elburg lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Burton will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Van Elburg throws a hook to the side of Burton's head but Burton sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Vincent Van Elburg seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Burton misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Burton has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout. Van Elburg looks to land a body kick but Burton moved away. Burton lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Van Elburg circles away quickly and effectively. Van Elburg slips a jab and a cross from Burton.
Van Elburg swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Burton. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! A jab from Burton finds it's way through Van Elburg's defenses. Nice cross by Burton. Van Elburg takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T1# Burton scores with a nice right hand.
Burton steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Van Elburg. Burton throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Van Elburg cracks Burton with a good jab. Burton scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Burton punishes Van Elburg's body with a nice straight punch. Van Elburg feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Burtons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Van Elburg swings away with a leg kick that misses. Van Elburg cracks Burton with an open hand slap. Van Elburg misses with a body shot
and Burton counters with a series of strikes. Van Elburg will be more careful next time no doubt. Van Elburg is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Van Elburg fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Burton on the side of the head. Van Elburg scores with a three punch combo!
Nice defenses there by Burton. Burton keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Van Elburg. Van Elburg scores with a leg kick.
Nice shot lands for Burton.#T2# Burton lands a two punch combo.
Van Elburg uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Burton.
Van Elburg swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. Van Elburg swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Burton moves out of range of the body kick from Van Elburg.
Van Elburg tries to bum rush Burton with a series of wild strikes but Burton uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Van Elburg connects with a high kick. Nice body kick from Van Elburg. Van Elburg misses with a low kick as Burton jumps back. Burton slips under a jab. Some wild striking there from Van Elburg.
Burton lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Burton. Van Elburg dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Burton. That did some damage! Van Elburg keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Burton jabs at Van Elburg's body.#T3# Van Elburg scores with a nice right hand.
Van Elburg digs a good body shot into Burton's ribs. Burton misses with a combination
and Van Elburg counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Burton thinking. A looping hook to the body misses from Burton. Van Elburg does a little dance to reset his feet. Burton throws a jab but it's blocked by Van Elburg. A shot to the liver by Van Elburg. Beautiful body shot. Van Elburg shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Burton walks forward, straight into a front kick from Van Elburg. Burton lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Van Elburg takes a shot to the body in his stride.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Burton misses with a two punch combination.
Burton throws a big shot that misses. Burton moves out of range of the strikes. Burton is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Van Elburg rather than just go for the knockout. Van Elburg misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Burton.
It seemed like Burton was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Van Elburg takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#T4# Van Elburg comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. A nice leg kick from Van Elburg, right into the meat of the thigh.
Van Elburg scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Burton doesn't seem bothered though. Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Burton!
Burton misses with a hook
and Van Elburg counters with a good low kick that Burton was not able to check. Burton lands the left hand. Burton tries to move into range but Van Elburg moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Van Elburg rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Burton moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Burton throws a right and a left that both miss. Van Elburg chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Van Elburg misses with a looping right. Van Elburg slips a jab from Burton. As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action. Burton throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Van Elburg lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Burton has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Burton and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Burton is looking for the big counter here. Van Elburg throws a body shot but no joy. Van Elburg connects with a right hand. Burton shakes it off. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Vincent Van Elburg will probably get the nod. That's time! Back to the action!#R2# Burton swings for the body but Van Elburg moves out of range.
Van Elburg swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. Van Elburg really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape. Burton misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Van Elburg.
Burton fails to land with a series of punches.
Van Elburg fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Van Elburg misses with the combination.
Van Elburg ducks under a wild hook from Burton. Burton lands with a shot to the body. Vincent Van Elburg is winning the standup battle so far. Burton slips under a jab. Burton's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Burton swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Van Elburg. Van Elburg ducks down and throws a hook to the body. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Van Elburg wants to slow Burton down by chopping away at his legs. Decent striking displayed by Van Elburg there. A cross from Van Elburg lands. Burton bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Burton is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Van Elburg with a body shot. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Burton has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Burton there as he acknowledges the shot.#T1# Burton slips a jab from Van Elburg. Van Elburg swings for the body but Burton moves out of range.
Burton fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Van Elburg lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Van Elburg fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Burton is out of range. Burton ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Van Elburg moves away. Van Elburg paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Van Elburg tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Burton is looking for the big counter here. Burton lands a nice hook to Van Elburg's body. Van Elburg takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Burton misses with a jab, cross combination.
Burton just misses with a punch to the body.
Van Elburg misses with a lunging right hand
and Burton counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Van Elburg looks to score with a jab to the body but Burton is just out of range. Burton punishes Van Elburg's body with a nice straight punch. Burton throws a right hand that Van Elburg ducks under and follows up with a left that Van Elburg also avoids with ease. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Van Elburg moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T2# Nice defenses there by Van Elburg. Burton throws a one two combo.
Van Elburg lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Burton swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Burton looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Van Elburg looks to score with a jab to the body but Burton is just out of range. Burton swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Van Elburg keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Van Elburg lands a two punch combo.
#CUT#It looks like Daniel Burton has been cut. Van Elburg misses with an attempted mid kick.
Burton has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Van Elburg finds it's way round the side to connect with Burton's head. Burton throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Van Elburg. Burton tries to bum rush Van Elburg with a series of wild strikes but Van Elburg uses good footwork to avoid the assault. As Burton backs away, Van Elburg returns fire with a leg kick that just misses. Van Elburg moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Van Elburg connects with a looping right hand.
#T3# Van Elburg just misses with a punch to the body.
Burton ducks under a wild hook from Van Elburg. Van Elburg connects with a high kick. Van Elburg throws a leg kick which misses Burton's front leg but catches the back leg as Burton tries to avoid it. Burton takes a swing at Van Elburg's ribcage but misses. Burton lands with a cross. Van Elburg dodges the punch combination from Burton.
Burton steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Van Elburg. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Burton lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Burton throws a hook but Van Elburg avoids it easily. Burton throws a body punch but Van Elburg moves out of range. Van Elburg throws a body kick that misses. Nice shot lands for Burton. Burton has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Van Elburg.#T4# Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Van Elburg throws a leg kick which misses Burton's front leg but catches the back leg as Burton tries to avoid it. Van Elburg moves away from the strike by Burton. Van Elburg lands a right hook to the body.
Van Elburg tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Burton throws a body shot but no joy. Burton stuns Van Elburg with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Van Elburg lands a leg kick that knocks Burton off balance momentarily. Burton thuds his right hand into Van Elburg's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. Van Elburg fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Van Elburg moves into range and connects with a jab. Van Elburg bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Burton's head. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Burton lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Van Elburg backs up against the cage.
It looks like Van Elburg has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him. Van Elburg lands a nice looking body shot.
Van Elburg looks to land a combination but Burton avoids it well. Burton moves out of range as Van Elburg strikes. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Vincent Van Elburg will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Daniel Burton's cut. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3# Burton displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Van Elburg throws out the jab. Van Elburg takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. No joy there for Burton, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Burton lands a right hook to the body.
Van Elburg takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Burton throws a left and a right that both miss
and Van Elburg counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Van Elburg scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Van Elburg showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Burton.
Some wild striking there from Burton.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Burton comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Van Elburg takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Van Elburg scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Van Elburg tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#T1# Van Elburg with the inside leg kick. A slapping body kick lands there for Van Elburg. A head kick from Van Elburg lands but Burton takes it in his stride. A swing and a miss from Burton. Van Elburg throws a leg kick which misses Burton's front leg but catches the back leg as Burton tries to avoid it. Burton steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Van Elburg. That one must have hurt. Van Elburg lands with a hook. Burton tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. Daniel Burton is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Burton just misses with a punch to the body.
Burton connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Burton displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Van Elburg throws out the jab. Burton misses with a double jab.
Van Elburg looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Burton has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Van Elburg missing with a left hand there. Burton was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Burton comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T2# Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Burton moves forwards but Van Elburg connects with a nice, crisp jab. Van Elburg with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Van Elburg stuns Burton with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Burton fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Burton blocks the body kick.
Burton tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Van Elburg was well out of range. Poor timing from Burton. Van Elburg lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Van Elburg with a nice calf kick. Van Elburg scores with a kick to the body.
Van Elburg tries a head kick but it misses.
Burton looks like he wants to counter punch here. Van Elburg misses with a low kick as Burton jumps back. Van Elburg lands a lovely overhand right. Burton takes a swing at Van Elburg's ribcage but misses. Burton rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Van Elburg moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Burton gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. Vincent Van Elburg is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3# Van Elburg scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Burton uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Van Elburg. Burton throws a right hand that Van Elburg ducks under and follows up with a left that Van Elburg also avoids with ease. Van Elburg explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work. Burton misses with a combination
and Van Elburg counters with a series of strikes. Burton will be more careful next time no doubt. Burton takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Van Elburg moves out of range as Burton strikes. Burton misses with a wild combination.
Burton has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Van Elburg. Van Elburg scores with a leg kick.
Van Elburg lands with a nice combination. Burton backs away looking to recover.#T4# The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Van Elburg keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Burton moves away from the strike by Van Elburg. Van Elburg sizes up Burton with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Van Elburg scores with a nice head shot. Van Elburg displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Burton throws out the jab. Burton misses with a two punch combination.
Van Elburg turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Burton has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Van Elburg finds it's way round the side to connect with Burton's head. Van Elburg lands a two punch combo.
Burton throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Van Elburg dodges the punch combination from Burton.
Van Elburg throws a quick counter kick to the body but Burton avoids it. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Van Elburg throws a chopping leg kick but Burton manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Daniel Burton has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Burton lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Van Elburg circles away quickly and effectively. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Van Elburg, as that shot connected.
And that's the end of the fight! Vincent Van Elburg showed his dominance in that final round. Well Van Elburg has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27 Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:27 Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vincent Van Elburg! After the big win, Vincent Van Elburg made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Silverguard Outfitters 🛡 and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. |
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Event:
HFC 77:Von Wild vs Yamasaki
Date: Dec 09, 2023 |
#R1# Chandler feints a jab promting Van Elburg to slip. Chandler then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Van Elburg slips again and ducks right into an uppercut. Chandler takes a kick to the side of the head. Van Elburg throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Chandler now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Van Elburg lands the left hand. Chandler fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Van Elburg manages to avoid it. Chandler slips a jab from Van Elburg. Chandler's corner calls for a 1-2. Chandler obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. Chandler blocks a head kick by Van Elburg.
#CL# Van Elburg gets in close and instigates a clinch. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD# Van Elburg decides to pull guard. Chandler preventing the sweep. Chandler would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #T1# The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Van Elburg looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. Van Elburg has a closed guard, preventing Chandler from standing up. #SUB# Chandler has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Van Elburg to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Chandler is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Van Elburg pulls down on the head and he's put Chandler to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Vincent Van Elburg! An out of breath Vincent Van Elburg 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:
HFC 75:Standifer vs Leonidas
Date: Nov 25, 2023 |
#R1##CL# Romero closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. Romero has a couple of punches blocked by Van Elburg.
Romero misses with the head strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Romero. Romero misses with a short punch on the inside. Van Elburg fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Van Elburg's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#TD2# Van Elburg has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Romero uses from the top position. 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.#SUB2# Van Elburg has an active guard here but Romero has managed to pass into half guard.
It looks like Romero is going to stand back up.
Van Elburg gets back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2# Van Elburg looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Romero engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T1##SUB2# Van Elburg is looking for a triangle but Romero pushes his legs off easily.
Van Elburg wants to hit a sweep here but Romero passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Van Elburg there! Van Elburg tries to hold on but Romero postures up. Van Elburg is desperately trying to improve his position but Romero has a good base and remains in mount. Van Elburg regains half guard. Van Elburg moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T2##SUB2# Van Elburg throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Van Elburg seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #SUB2# Van Elburg looking for a guillotine here but Romero defends easily.
Romero might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. Romero sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T3# Van Elburg wants to sweep but no luck. Van Elburg trying to control the position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Van Elburg wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. Van Elburg not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Van Elburg looking to hit a scissor sweep but Romero is one step ahead there. Romero has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2# Romero got a little sloppy there for a moment and Van Elburg has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Romero has managed to get both his arms back between Van Elburg's legs - danger averted. Van Elburg wants to control but Romero passes easily into half guard.
Van Elburg tries to get to full guard but Romero has control of the leg. Van Elburg makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Van Elburg.#SUB2# Van Elburg has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Romero can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2# Van Elburg looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Vincent Van Elburg will probably get the nod. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##CL# Romero has taken the fight to the clinch.
Van Elburg tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. A shot in the inside from Romero. A short right hand to the side of the head by Romero. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Romero. Romero pushes Van Elburg back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Van Elburg swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Van Elburg lands a nice uppercut. Van Elburg pushes Romero back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Van Elburg tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Romero smiles and moves away.
#CL# Romero clinches with his opponent.
Romero lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Van Elburg tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. A head punch on the inside from Romero fails to land. Romero blocks a body shot from Van Elburg. A body shot lands from Van Elburg.
#T1##TD2# Van Elburg has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Romero uses from the top position. #SUB2# Van Elburg is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Van Elburg has a closed guard, preventing Romero from standing up. Romero preventing the sweep. Van Elburg trying to control the position.
#SUB2# Van Elburg looking for a guillotine here but Romero defends easily.
#SUB2# Romero got a little sloppy there for a moment and Van Elburg has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Romero has managed to get both his arms back between Van Elburg's legs - danger averted.#T2# Van Elburg trying to control the position.
Van Elburg pulls Romero in to control the position. Van Elburg wants to sweep but no luck. Romero postures up.
Romero controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Van Elburg controlling the position.#T3##SUB2# Van Elburg looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2# Romero is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Van Elburg has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Romero is looking to defend but Van Elburg has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Romero! Van Elburg pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Romero taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:29 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Vincent Van Elburg! A very excited looking Vincent Van Elburg made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
HFC 70
Date: Oct 21, 2023 |
#R1# Van Elburg is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Porsche changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Van Elburg tries to avoid it but Porsche manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Van Elburg to the ground. Van Elburg escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. No luck for Porsche with that takedown attempt. Porsche tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Van Elburg connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Porsche closes the distance looking to clinch and Van Elburg counters with a series of strikes. Porsche will be more careful next time no doubt. #ROC2#Porsche is rocked! Porsche walks into a straight right, dropping him to the canvas! Van Elburg swarms him and finishes the fight with a hail of punches! What a brutal finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Vincent Van Elburg! An out of breath Vincent Van Elburg 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:
HFC 67:John vs Caceres
Date: Sep 30, 2023 |
#R1##CL2# Van Elburg moves into range and clinches up with Murat. Murat throws a head punch that misses. Van Elburg throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Murats head. Murat's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Van Elburg is working Murat over against the cage. Murat prevents a body shot from Van Elburg. Van Elburg lands a body punch. Murat is trying to break the clinch but Van Elburg is controlling him. Van Elburg pushes Murat back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Murat misses with a short punch on the inside. A body shot lands from Van Elburg.
Van Elburg lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Murat backwards. A hook to the body from Van Elburg.
Van Elburg digs a right hand underneath Murat's ribcage. Murat let out a lung full of air as it connected. A nice right hand lands inside from Van Elburg. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! A short right from Van Elburg on the inside. Van Elburg works on Murat's body with a couple of short punches. Van Elburg lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Van Elburg lands a shoulder strike. Van Elburg has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Murat seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Van Elburg can turn it around. Murat throws a head punch that misses. Van Elburg lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Murat backwards. A quick uppercut on the inside from Van Elburg. Murat has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#T1# Van Elburg blocking some punches.
Van Elburg gets underhooks to prevent Murat's takedown attempt.
Van Elburg scores with a nice hook to the head. Van Elburg softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Nice body punch from Van Elburg - that landed with a thud.
Van Elburg gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Murat.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Van Elburg. Murat is breathing heavily. A hook to the body from Van Elburg.
Van Elburg digs a right hand underneath Murat's ribcage. Murat let out a lung full of air as it connected. Van Elburg makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Van Elburg lands with a right to the head. A short body shot lands from Van Elburg as the two fighters clinch.
Van Elburg blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Van Elburg working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Van Elburg lands a body shot in the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Van Elburg.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Van Elburg lands with a light punch inside. Nice body punch from Van Elburg - that landed with a thud.
#T2# Van Elburg lands a shoulder strike. A short uppercut from Van Elburg. Van Elburg lands a right hand that snaps the head of Murat backwards. Van Elburg lands a shot to the body. A quick uppercut on the inside from Van Elburg. Van Elburg lands a left hand that snaps the head of Murat backwards. Van Elburg pushes Murat back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. A short right from Van Elburg on the inside. Van Elburg blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A right handed body shot lands from Van Elburg.
Van Elburg lands a left hand that snaps the head of Murat backwards. #ROC2#Murat is rocked! Van Elburg has Murat pressed against the cage, preventing Murat from circling away and getting back to striking at range. Oh Murat is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! A nice right hand lands inside from Van Elburg. Van Elburg working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. A hook to the body from Van Elburg.
Van Elburg lands a hook that snaps the head of Murat backwards. Van Elburg lands a left hand.
A short uppercut from Van Elburg. #T3# A body shot lands from Van Elburg.
Van Elburg softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Van Elburg works on Murat's body with a couple of short punches. Nice body punch from Van Elburg. Murat seems to have got his legs back now. Van Elburg lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Van Elburg lands a left hand that snaps the head of Murat backwards. Good body shot from Van Elburg.
Van Elburg lands a nice shot to the body. Van Elburg scores with a hook to the body. Van Elburg lands with a right to the head. Nice body punch from Van Elburg - that landed with a thud.
Van Elburg lands a nice shot to the body. Murat takes a shot to the head. Van Elburg lands a hook to the side of the head. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Van Elburg scores with a hook to the body. Van Elburg lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Murat backwards. Van Elburg presses Murat against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Van Elburg lands a right hand that snaps the head of Murat backwards. #T4# Van Elburg digs a right hand into Murat's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Murat's gas tank. Nice body punch from Van Elburg - that landed with a thud.
Van Elburg cracks Murat with a nice body shot. Van Elburg lands a left hand that snaps the head of Murat backwards. Van Elburg lands a hook that snaps the head of Murat backwards. Van Elburg dips a shoulder and cracks Murat with a mighty uppercut! Murat falls back against the cage and Van Elburg unloads with a barrage of strikes! Murat is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Van Elburg screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vincent Van Elburg! After winning the bout, Vincent Van Elburg 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:
HFC Fight Night 12
Date: Aug 24, 2023 |
#R1# Nice jab there from Van Elburg. Van Elburg throws a combination. Murat tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#TD# Van Elburg gets caught napping as Murat dives in and scores a takedown. Van Elburg manages to retain guard. Murat stopping the sweep attempt from Van Elburg. Murat postures up and lands a big shot to Van Elburg's brow. #SUB2# Van Elburg has an active guard here but Murat has managed to pass into half guard.
Van Elburg gets full guard. Murat has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission. Murat slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. Murat might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. Van Elburg is controlling Murat's posture. Van Elburg is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two. Van Elburg is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Murat lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T1# Hammerfist, elbow! yells Murat's corner. There ya go! There ya go! Murat working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2# Van Elburg looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2# Van Elburg is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Murat is aware though and is defending well. Hammerfist, elbow! yells Murat's corner. There ya go! There ya go! Van Elburg working a defensive guard but Murat passes into half guard.
#SUB# Murat is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB# Murat is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Van Elburg defends it well. Van Elburg is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Murat scores with a couple of nice shots.#T2# Van Elburg moves into full guard.
Murat postures up and lands a big shot to Van Elburg's brow. Murat cracks Van Elburg with a solid left hand. Murat postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Murat working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Murat stopping the sweep attempt from Van Elburg.#SUB2# Van Elburg escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Murat gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Van Elburg wants to sweep but no luck. Murat slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. Murat is pushing down on Van Elburg's leg trying to pass to half guard. Van Elburg is fighting to maintain full guard but Murat has managed to sneak the leg through.#T3# Murat is looking to take a break and control but Van Elburg is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Van Elburg wants to sweep but Murat has passed to side control! Murat creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots. Murat trying to control the action but Van Elburg is working from the bottom. Van Elburg takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Van Elburg is trying to improve his position. Van Elburg manages to get back to half guard. Murat looks to score some points with some ground and pound. Murat lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #T4# Murat lands with a punch from half guard. Van Elburg felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it. Ground and pound from Murat. Van Elburg is trying to get back to full guard. Van Elburg slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work. Murat is pushing down on Van Elburg's leg trying to pass to half guard. Van Elburg is fighting to maintain full guard but Murat has managed to sneak the leg through. Van Elburg is looking to improve his position.
Murat wants to take a breather but Van Elburg is having none of it. Van Elburg is looking to improve his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Joachim Murat dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2# Murat shoots in but doesn't get the takedown letting Van Elburg counter with a right hand. Van Elburg keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#TD# Murat fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Van Elburg sprawls well initially but Murat persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Murat is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Van Elburg can do to turn this around? Van Elburg is trying to get back to full guard. Van Elburg manages to get to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2# Van Elburg looking for subs off his back but Murat has passed one foot through into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Van Elburg is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Murat's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Murat's back!#T1# Murat manages to reverse the position and now he's in Van Elburg's guard. Nice work there by Murat.
Murat won't allow Van Elburg to sweep him here. Murat trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Van Elburg not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Murat trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Van Elburg is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. Murat lands a couple of decent looking shots. Murat working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Murat pushing down on Van Elburg's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. Van Elburg is staying active underneath Murat, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB# Murat seems to be working for a kimura but Van Elburg defends the submission attempt. We've been hearing that Murat has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#T2# Murat wants to free his trapped foot but Van Elburg is holding on for dear life with his legs. Van Elburg wants to improve his position but Murat is controlling well.
Murat lands with a punch from half guard. Van Elburg wants to get back to full guard. Murat is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. Murat slips a nice elbow through Van Elburg's hands, connecting with Van Elburg's forehead. Murat winds up and cracks Van Elburg with a swinging punch to the side of the head. Murat seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. Van Elburg is looking for a sweep. Murat is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Murat lands strikes from half guard.#T3# Murat 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. Van Elburg trying to control but Murat postures up.
Murat slips a nice elbow through Van Elburg's hands, connecting with Van Elburg's forehead. Murat lands strikes from half guard. Murat working the head and body with strikes. Ground and pound from Murat. Murat wants to control but Van Elburg is keeping him busy. Van Elburg tries to get to full guard but Murat has control of the leg. Murat working over Van Elburg with some ground and pound. Van Elburg looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB# Murat is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Van Elburg defends it well. Murat wants to take a breather but Van Elburg is having none of it. #T4# Van Elburg is pressing down on Murat's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Murat connects with a couple of short punches.#SUB2# Van Elburg is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Van Elburg has momentary wrist control but Murat slips an elbow through the middle. Murat is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. Van Elburg looking to hit a scissor sweep but Murat is one step ahead there. Murat stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Van Elburg swivels though and keeps the full guard. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Joachim Murat dominated that second round. That's time! Back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3# Murat has his takedown stuffed and Van Elburg counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Murat takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Murat has his takedown stuffed and Van Elburg counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Van Elburg scores with a punch to the head.#CL2# Van Elburg closes the distance and clinches. Van Elburg is defending well against a takedown attempt. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joachim Murat. That's going to take a lot out of him. Murat is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Van Elburg to keep the fight standing. Murat swings away with an uppercut that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A nice right hand lands inside from Van Elburg. Murat tries to circle away but Van Elburg has him pinned against the cage. Van Elburg works on Murat's body with a couple of short punches. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Van Elburg. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Murat looking to slow down the pace here. Van Elburg digs a right hand into Murat's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Murat's gas tank. #T1# A quick uppercut on the inside from Van Elburg. Murat tries to circle away but Van Elburg has him pinned against the cage. A nice left hand lands by Van Elburg.
Van Elburg lands a body shot in the clinch.
Murat is trying to drag Van Elburg to the mat but Van Elburg just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. Van Elburg lands a body shot in the clinch.
A right hand to the body from Van Elburg.
Murat goes for a takedown in the clinch but Van Elburg prevents it.
Good body shot from Van Elburg.
A nice left hand lands by Van Elburg.
Van Elburg throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Murats head. Van Elburg scores with a nice hook to the head. Van Elburg lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Van Elburg stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#T2# Van Elburg scores with a nice hook to the head. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Van Elburg lands a nice shot to the body. Van Elburg lands a body shot in the clinch.
Van Elburg lands with a short head shot on the inside. Van Elburg is leaning against Murat and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. A short right from Van Elburg. Murat has Van Elburg pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Van Elburg manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. Van Elburg stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Van Elburg lands a nice uppercut. Murat misses with a short punch on the inside. Van Elburg lands an uppercut. A shot in the inside from Van Elburg. Murat tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Van Elburg lands a right hand that snaps the head of Murat backwards. A quick uppercut on the inside from Van Elburg. Van Elburg softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Murat is trying to drag Van Elburg to the mat but Van Elburg just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#T3# Van Elburg makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Van Elburg scores with a hook to the body. Van Elburg is working Murat over against the cage. Van Elburg digs a right hand underneath Murat's ribcage. Murat let out a lung full of air as it connected. Van Elburg lands a nice shot to the body. Van Elburg lands a body punch in the clinch. Van Elburg blocks an uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Van Elburg creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Van Elburg lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Murat swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Van Elburg blocks an uppercut.
Van Elburg gets underhooks to prevent Murat's takedown attempt.
A shot in the inside from Van Elburg. Van Elburg lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. A short left from Van Elburg. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Murat is looking to take this one to the mat. Vincent Van Elburg has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4# Van Elburg lands a body shot in the clinch.
A body shot lands from Van Elburg.
A short body shot lands from Van Elburg as the two fighters clinch.
Van Elburg scores with a hook to the body. Van Elburg lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Murat backwards. Van Elburg lands a shot to the body. Van Elburg lands a body shot in the clinch.
Van Elburg lands a right hand that snaps the head of Murat backwards. Van Elburg lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #ROC2#Murat is rocked! Murat wants a takedown.
A body shot lands from Van Elburg.
A short right from Van Elburg on the inside. Oh Murat is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Van Elburg lands a hook to the side of the head. Van Elburg pushes Murat back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Van Elburg digs a right hand underneath Murat's ribcage. Murat let out a lung full of air as it connected. Murat seems to have got his legs back now. A short uppercut from Van Elburg. Joachim Murat is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Van Elburg lands a hook to the side of the head.
And that's the end of the fight! Vincent Van Elburg comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Murat has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 28:28 Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 28:28 Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 28:28
The fight is ruled a draw! |
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Event:
HFC 58: Kangee vs Burgess
Date: Jul 29, 2023 |
#R1# Van Elburg dodges the punch combination from Ruiz.
#CL# Van Elburg moves into the clinch. Ruiz has had enough of the clinch but Van Elburg keeps him there for the moment. Ruiz takes a shot to the head. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Van Elburg. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Van Elburg creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Van Elburg scores with a shot to the side of Ruiz's head. Van Elburg lands a body shot in the clinch.
Van Elburg presses Ruiz against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Van Elburg lands a nice shot to the body. Ruiz looks winded! A right handed body shot lands from Van Elburg.
I was talking to Van Elburg's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight. Van Elburg lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Van Elburg working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Van Elburg scores with a nice hook to the head. Van Elburg is working Ruiz over against the cage. Van Elburg lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Ruiz or not. #T1# Van Elburg scores with a nice hook to the head. A right hand to the body from Van Elburg.
Van Elburg softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Van Elburg gets through Ruiz's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Ruiz's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#ROC#Ruiz is rocked! Van Elburg stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Ruiz is still on wobbly legs! Can Van Elburg finish him? Van Elburg throws a head punch that misses. Van Elburg swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Van Elburg swings wildly with an uppercut but Ruiz uses good head movement to avoid it. A head punch blocked on the inside by Ruiz. A right handed body shot lands from Van Elburg.
Van Elburg misses with some punches.
Ruiz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Van Elburg misses with a short punch on the inside. Van Elburg working aggressively here.
Ruiz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ruiz blocks an uppercut.
Van Elburg really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape. This has been an exciting period of action! Van Elburg misses with some punches.
Van Elburg works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Van Elburg swings wildly with an uppercut but Ruiz uses good head movement to avoid it. Ruiz blocks an uppercut.
Ruiz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ruiz blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Van Elburg fails to land. Van Elburg misses with a punch on the inside.
Ruiz blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Van Elburg fails to land. Van Elburg swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ruiz blocking some punches.
Van Elburg throws a punch but it's blocked by Ruiz. A head punch blocked on the inside by Ruiz. Ruiz blocking some punches.
Ruiz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ruiz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Van Elburg swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Van Elburg swings wildly with an uppercut but Ruiz uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2# Van Elburg has a couple of punches blocked by Ruiz.
Van Elburg has a couple of punches blocked by Ruiz.
Ruiz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ruiz. Van Elburg lands a body shot in the clinch.
Van Elburg misses with a punch on the inside.
Ruiz blocking some punches.
Van Elburg swings wildly with an uppercut but Ruiz uses good head movement to avoid it. Van Elburg swings wildly with an uppercut but Ruiz uses good head movement to avoid it. A head punch on the inside from Van Elburg fails to land. Van Elburg misses with a short punch on the inside. Ruiz seems to have recovered his senses. Van Elburg keeps control of Ruiz as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. Van Elburg lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Van Elburg throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ruizs head. Nice body punch from Van Elburg. Van Elburg working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Van Elburg lands a shot to the body. A short body shot lands from Van Elburg as the two fighters clinch.
Van Elburg makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Van Elburg is working Ruiz over against the cage. A right handed body shot lands from Van Elburg.
Van Elburg lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ruiz backwards. Van Elburg lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Ruiz to his knees! Van Elburg keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vincent Van Elburg! A relieved looking Vincent Van Elburg thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
HFC 53: Caceres vs Akutagawa
Date: Jun 24, 2023 |
#R1# Thompson misses with a wild combination.
Van Elburg is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Thompson. A looping hook to the body misses from Van Elburg. Thompson does a little dance to reset his feet. Thompson avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Thompson lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Thompson. Thompson looks to land a combination but Van Elburg avoids it well. Van Elburg's coach down at Cope's was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Van Elburg's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight. Van Elburg cracks a nice hook into Thompson's ribs. A combination from Thompson does no damage. Van Elburg swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Van Elburg tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Thompson was well out of range. Poor timing from Van Elburg. Van Elburg fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Thompson manages to avoid it. Thompson takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt. Van Elburg is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two. Van Elburg scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Thompson avoids the body shot from Van Elburg.
We've been told by Thompson's head coaches at Canadian Combat Academy that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight. Thompson throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #CL2# Van Elburg has taken the fight to the clinch.
Thompson throws a head punch that misses. Van Elburg tries a body shot but Thompson blocks it.
Van Elburg working some nice short punches in the clinch. Van Elburg misses with a body punch.
#T1# Thompson swings wildly with an uppercut but Van Elburg uses good head movement to avoid it. Thompson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Van Elburg misses with the head strike.
A nice right hand lands inside from Van Elburg. Thompson misses with a hook from the clinch. Thompson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Van Elburg blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Thompson lands an uppercut. Van Elburg lands with a right to the head. Thompson misses with a short punch on the inside. Thompson has a couple of punches blocked by Van Elburg.
Van Elburg struggles to land a body shot inside as Thompson controls his hands.
Van Elburg misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Van Elburg struggles to land a body shot inside as Thompson controls his hands.
Thompson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Thompson misses with the head strike.
#T2# Thompson working aggressively here.
Van Elburg tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Thompson's elbow. Van Elburg lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Van Elburg goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Van Elburg tries to work over Thompson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Van Elburg tries to throw a body punch but Thompson avoids it by throwing Van Elburg back against the cage. A nice right hand lands inside from Van Elburg. This has been an exciting period of action! Thompson misses with a short punch on the inside. Van Elburg misses with a hook from the clinch. Van Elburg misses with a hook from the clinch. Van Elburg misses with a punch on the inside.
Van Elburg misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A right hand to the body from Van Elburg.
Van Elburg tries to work over Thompson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Van Elburg tries a body shot but Thompson blocks it.
Van Elburg struggles to land a body shot inside as Thompson controls his hands.
Thompson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Thompson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T3# Van Elburg doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Thompson misses with some punches.
Van Elburg takes a shot to the head. Van Elburg fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Van Elburg misses with a short punch on the inside. A short body shot lands from Van Elburg as the two fighters clinch.
Van Elburg tries to work over Thompson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Thompson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nice body punch from Van Elburg. Thompson swings wildly with an uppercut but Van Elburg uses good head movement to avoid it. Thompson misses with some punches.
Van Elburg lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Van Elburg tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Thompson's elbow. Thompson misses with the head strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Van Elburg. Van Elburg tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T4# Van Elburg fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Van Elburg gets through Thompson's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Van Elburg swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Thompson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Thompson throws a punch but it's blocked by Van Elburg. Van Elburg lands a left hand that snaps the head of Thompson backwards. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Thompson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Van Elburg goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Van Elburg lands a nice uppercut. Van Elburg throws a punch but it's blocked by Thompson. Van Elburg blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Van Elburg throws a head punch that misses. Van Elburg tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Thompson's elbow. Thompson misses with a short punch on the inside. Thompson lands on the inside with an uppercut. Thompson blocks an uppercut.
Thompson throws a head punch that misses. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Vincent Van Elburg will probably get the nod. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2# Sloppy strikes from Thompson. Those never looked like landing. Van Elburg misses with a wild body shot. Thompson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Van Elburg with a body punch. A glancing blow. Van Elburg is looking to take this fight into the clinch. A punch combination from Thompson misses. Thompson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Thompson throws a nice looking combination but Van Elburg bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Van Elburg cracks Thompson with a good jab. Thompson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Thompson misses with a series of wild punches.
Van Elburg dodges the punch combination from Thompson.
Van Elburg looks to land a right hand but Thompson moved out of range. Thompson is looking to counter punch.#CL2# Van Elburg has managed to clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Thompson misses with some punches.
Van Elburg misses with a punch to the body.
Thompson lands on the inside with an uppercut. Thompson blocks a body shot from Van Elburg. #T1# Van Elburg struggles to land a body shot inside as Thompson controls his hands.
Van Elburg blocks an uppercut.
Van Elburg lands on the inside with an uppercut. Thompson pushes Van Elburg back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Van Elburg tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Van Elburg misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Van Elburg is working Thompson over against the cage. Thompson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Van Elburg blocks an uppercut.
Van Elburg tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Van Elburg misses with a punch to the body.
Thompson has a couple of punches blocked by Van Elburg.
Van Elburg doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Thompson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Van Elburg lands an uppercut. Van Elburg can't find room to land a body shot as Thompson controls the action.
Van Elburg working aggressively here.
#T2# Van Elburg blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Thompson. Thompson misses with a hook from the clinch. Van Elburg struggles to land a body shot inside as Thompson controls his hands.
Van Elburg misses with some punches.
Thompson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Thompson prevents a body shot from Van Elburg. Thompson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Thompson lands a shoulder strike. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Van Elburg swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Van Elburg tries to throw a body punch but Thompson avoids it by throwing Van Elburg back against the cage. Thompson lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Vincent Van Elburg seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Van Elburg misses with a punch to the body.
Van Elburg lands a left hand that snaps the head of Thompson backwards. Van Elburg tries to work over Thompson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Van Elburg fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T3# An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Thompson. Van Elburg lands with a left to the head. Van Elburg blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Thompson misses with some punches.
Van Elburg blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Van Elburg doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Still in the clinch, Van Elburg scores with a nice short uppercut. Thompson misses with a hook from the clinch. Van Elburg lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Van Elburg. Thompson throws a head punch that misses. Van Elburg lands with a short head shot on the inside. #ROC2#Thompson is rocked! A head punch on the inside from Van Elburg fails to land. Oh Thompson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Van Elburg tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Van Elburg swings wildly with an uppercut but Thompson uses good head movement to avoid it. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Van Elburg. Van Elburg has a couple of punches blocked by Thompson.
Van Elburg working aggressively here.
#T4# Thompson lands an uppercut. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Van Elburg working aggressively here.
Thompson seems to have got his legs back now. Thompson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Van Elburg scores with an uppercut up the middle. Thompson scores with a shot to the side of Van Elburg's head. Thompson blocks a body shot from Van Elburg. Thompson working aggressively here.
A head punch on the inside from Thompson fails to land. Van Elburg doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Van Elburg has a couple of punches blocked by Thompson.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Van Elburg. Van Elburg scores with a shoulder strike. Van Elburg can't find room to land a body shot as Thompson controls the action.
Van Elburg misses with a body punch.
Thompson misses with the head strike.
A left hand lands to the body for Van Elburg.
A short uppercut from Van Elburg. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vincent Van Elburg showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3# Van Elburg throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Thompson stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Van Elburg tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Thompson paws at him with a jab and circles away. Van Elburg keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Thompson throws a poor cross that misses
and Van Elburg scores with a counter punch that sends Thompson to the canvas! Van Elburg smells blood - he's punishing Thompson with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Thompson has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:13 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vincent Van Elburg! A relieved looking Vincent Van Elburg thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
HFC Fight Night 9
Date: Jun 01, 2023 |
#R1# Chandler tests Van Elburg's chin there with a solid looking shot. Chandler is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Van Elburg. A nice side step and Van Elburg releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. Chandler lands an overhand right. Chandler takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Van Elburg is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Nice defenses there by Chandler. Van Elburg has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Van Elburg there as he acknowledges the shot. Chandler avoids the body shot from Van Elburg.
Chandler cracks Van Elburg with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Chandler tests Van Elburg's chin there with a solid looking shot. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! A looping hook to the body misses from Van Elburg. Chandler does a little dance to reset his feet. Chandler looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Van Elburg looks to throw the jab but Chandler is out of range. Chandler slips under a jab from Van Elburg. Chandler throws a looping overhand right but Van Elburg ducks down to avoid it. Van Elburg misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chandler.
Chandler uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Van Elburg.
A little feinted left hand from Chandler on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. It looks like Chandler has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.#T1# Chandler cracks Van Elburg with an open hand slap. Van Elburg throws a body shot but no joy. Chandler uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Van Elburg.
Nice jab there from Van Elburg. Van Elburg's coach down at Cope's was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Van Elburg's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight. Van Elburg misses with a straight left. Chandler misses with a hook. Van Elburg ducked under it nicely. Van Elburg looks to score with a jab to the body but Chandler is just out of range. Van Elburg misses with a shot to the body and Chandler connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Van Elburg is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two. Chandler lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Van Elburg throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Van Elburg scores with the left hand. Chandler knows he should have avoided that one. Chandler avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Van Elburg ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Van Elburg blocks a jab. Chandler is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all. Chandler fails to land with a series of punches.
#T2# We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Van Elburg bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Mike Chandler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Van Elburg throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Chandler looks to land a right hand but Van Elburg moved out of range. Chandler throws a jab when Van Elburg was well out of range. Van Elburg is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Chandler with a body shot. Van Elburg misses with a wild body shot. Van Elburg misses with an uppercut. Van Elburg staying out of range there. Van Elburg blocks a jab. Chandler throws a poor cross that misses
and Van Elburg counters with a stiff right hand. Van Elburg works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Van Elburg walks into a jab. Van Elburg misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chandler.
Chandler waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Van Elburg. Van Elburg lands a jab to Chandler's midsection.#T3# Chandler connects with a right hand. Van Elburg shakes it off. Van Elburg slips a straight right by Chandler. Van Elburg tests Chandler's chin there with a solid looking shot. Van Elburg walks into a left hand. Van Elburg slips a jab from Chandler. Van Elburg tries to clinch but Chandler moves out of range. Van Elburg ducks under a wild hook from Chandler. Van Elburg let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Van Elburg throws a body punch but Chandler moves out of range. Van Elburg fails with an attempt to clinch.
Van Elburg rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Chandler counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Van Elburg slips a jab and a cross from Chandler.
#KD# Chandler lands a left and a right that send Van Elburg crashing to the mat, dazed. Chandler thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC#Van Elburg is rocked! Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Chandler connects with a looping right hand.
Van Elburg is still on wobbly legs! Can Chandler finish him?#T4# Nice defenses there by Van Elburg. Van Elburg seems to have recovered his senses. The fighters circling - Chandler throws out the jab but it was never going to land. A little jabbing left from Van Elburg on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Van Elburg tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Van Elburg staying out of range there. A big left from Chandler misses. Van Elburg throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Chandler misses with a left hand and Van Elburg counters with a left to the body. Van Elburg wants to clinch up but Chandler keeps it at a distance. Van Elburg changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Chandler throws out a token jab with nothing on it. It seemed like Van Elburg was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Chandler dips to his left and cracks Van Elburg with an uppercut! The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Van Elburg thuds a left hand into Chandler's body. The fighters circling - Van Elburg throws out the jab but it was never going to land. A big right from Chandler misses. Chandler throws a hook but Van Elburg avoids it easily. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mike Chandler dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2# Van Elburg slips a jab from Chandler. Good standup being displayed there by Chandler as he connects with a hook. Chandler misses with a left hand and Van Elburg counters with a lovely straight right hand! Chandler throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Van Elburg on the side of the head. Van Elburg gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Chandler moves out of range as Van Elburg strikes. Chandler moves away from the strike by Van Elburg. Van Elburg throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mike Chandler is winning the standup battle so far. Chandler throws a shot from downtown. Van Elburg moves away and avoids it. Chandler rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Van Elburg moves out of range and avoids them all easily. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Van Elburg misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chandler.
Chandler defending well as Van Elburg loads up on a big left hand. Chandler misses with a right hand and Van Elburg connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Van Elburg scores with a jab.#ROC2#Chandler is rocked! The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Van Elburg throws an overhand right that drops Chandler like a sack of potatoes! Van Elburg dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vincent Van Elburg! Our winner, Vincent Van Elburg, 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:
HFC 47:Raynard vs Spong
Date: May 06, 2023 |
#R1##TD2# McGrew bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. McGrew lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Van Elburg down.
Van Elburg is looking for a sweep. Van Elburg sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard. Van Elburg is trying to defend against the ground and pound but McGrew scores with a couple of nice shots.#SUB# Van Elburg actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2# McGrew is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Van Elburg has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB# Van Elburg is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McGrew pulls his head out easily. #SUB# Van Elburg looking for submissions from an awkward position here. McGrew working over Van Elburg with some ground and pound. Van Elburg looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable. Van Elburg has hold of McGrew's hands but McGrew slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. McGrew seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. McGrew slips a nice elbow through Van Elburg's hands, connecting with Van Elburg's forehead.#SUB# Van Elburg actively working from the bottom here.#T1##SUB# Van Elburg looking for submissions from an awkward position here. McGrew slips a nice elbow through Van Elburg's hands, connecting with Van Elburg's forehead.#SUB# Van Elburg looking for submissions off his back. McGrew drops an elbow to the side of Van Elburg's head. McGrew takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#SUB2# McGrew is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Van Elburg is just riding it out for now. McGrew eventually gives up the hold. #SUB# Van Elburg is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McGrew pulls his head out easily. Van Elburg on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #SUB# Van Elburg looking for submissions off his back.#T2# McGrew is nestled in close to Van Elburg, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#SUB# Van Elburg looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. McGrew looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Van Elburg with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. McGrew has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. McGrew looking to control but Van Elburg is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. McGrew in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Van Elburg definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Van Elburg really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape. Van Elburg tries to reverse the position but McGrew maintains control. McGrew looking to control and managing it successfully. McGrew prevents Van Elburg from getting the reversal.#T3# McGrew controlling the pace for now. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. McGrew punishing his opponent with strikes. Van Elburg is in a horrible position here. McGrew smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
McGrew looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
McGrew lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Van Elburg regains half guard.#SUB# Van Elburg looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Van Elburg manages to get to full guard.
McGrew looking to pass the guard. #SUB# Van Elburg is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. McGrew is aware though and is defending well.#T4# McGrew lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard. McGrew trying to control but Van Elburg is working from the bottom. #SU2# McGrew decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. Van Elburg misses the jab.#TD2# McGrew drives through with a takedown into Van Elburg's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB# Van Elburg working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. McGrew doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. McGrew manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB# Van Elburg working for submissions but it's allowed McGrew to get to half guard.
#SUB# Van Elburg is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McGrew pulls his head out easily. McGrew is controlling the pace.
#SU2# McGrew stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Van Elburg to get to his feet. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Devin McGrew dominated that round. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2# McGrew uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Van Elburg.
Van Elburg throws a body punch but McGrew moves out of range. Vincent Van Elburg seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. McGrew slips under a jab. McGrew is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own. McGrew keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#TD2# McGrew changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Van Elburg looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Van Elburg tries to buck McGrew off but McGrew is having none of it. McGrew is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #SUB2# McGrew tries for a kimura but Van Elburg is defending well. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Van Elburg tries to bench press McGrew off him but McGrew keeps the position. Van Elburg manages to work his way to half guard, despite McGrew's best efforts.#SU2# McGrew decides to stand and escape the position. #T1# Van Elburg throws an ugly left hook that misses
#CL2# and McGrew counters by clinching up. #TD2# McGrew ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. McGrew no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #ES2# McGrew uses the cage to get back to his feet.
#TD2# A momentary lapse in concentration from Van Elburg enables McGrew to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Van Elburg manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. McGrew forces his way into half guard.#SUB# Van Elburg looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB# Van Elburg looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. McGrew wants to control but Van Elburg is keeping him busy. #SUB# Van Elburg looking for submissions off his back.#SUB# Van Elburg is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McGrew pulls his head out easily. #T2# Van Elburg is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB# Van Elburg looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. McGrew working Van Elburg over with strikes. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB# Van Elburg looking for submissions off his back. McGrew is keen to just control but Van Elburg is a slippery customer.#SUB# Van Elburg looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Van Elburg is looking for a sweep. McGrew is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. 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. McGrew connects with a nice short shot to Van Elburg's temple. #T3# Van Elburg gets full guard.#SUB# Van Elburg had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. McGrew defends it easily. McGrew postures up and lands a big shot to Van Elburg's brow. Van Elburg will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB# Van Elburg is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. McGrew is aware though and is defending well.#SU2# McGrew gets to his feet - Van Elburg follows without any prompting. #CL2# McGrew closes the distance and pushes Van Elburg back into the cage.#TD2# McGrew tightens his grip and picks Van Elburg up, before dumping him to the ground. Van Elburg manages to land in guard. McGrew must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SU2# McGrew stands up from Van Elburg's guard - McGrew perhaps looking for a knockout. #CL2# McGrew rushes Van Elburg and presses him up against the cage.#TD2# McGrew gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.#T4# McGrew content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB# Van Elburg looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. McGrew drops an elbow to the side of Van Elburg's head. McGrew trying to pass the guard but Van Elburg defending well. McGrew sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB# Van Elburg looking for submissions off his back.#SUB# Van Elburg looking for submissions from an awkward position here. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Devin McGrew showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! And we move into the final round!#R3# Van Elburg throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McGrew ducks under a wild hook from Van Elburg.#TD2# McGrew shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Van Elburg's guard.#SUB# Van Elburg working for a triangle but McGrew defends it easily.
#SUB# Van Elburg looking for submissions from the bottom but instead McGrew passes into side control.
McGrew passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Van Elburg! We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Van Elburg is desperately trying to improve his position but McGrew has a good base and remains in mount.#SUB2# McGrew is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Van Elburg has managed to escape the submission attempt.
McGrew takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T1# Van Elburg keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#SUB2# McGrew has hold of Van Elburg's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Van Elburg manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Van Elburg really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#SUB2# McGrew jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Van Elburg manages to avoid the submission attempt. Van Elburg is looking to reverse the position. McGrew working the head and body with strikes. McGrew grinds an elbow into Van Elburg's temple. #T2# Van Elburg manages to work his way to half guard, despite McGrew's best efforts.#SUB# Van Elburg is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McGrew pulls his head out easily. Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB# Van Elburg looking for submissions off his back. McGrew content to control rather than advance. McGrew has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB# Van Elburg actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2# McGrew 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.
McGrew takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T3# Ground and pound from McGrew. McGrew wants to control but Van Elburg is keeping him busy. #SUB# Van Elburg is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McGrew pulls his head out easily. #SUB# Van Elburg is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McGrew pulls his head out easily. McGrew works his way into side control. #SUB2# McGrew working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. Van Elburg sneaks back into half guard. Vincent Van Elburg has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4# McGrew looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#SUB# Van Elburg is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McGrew pulls his head out easily. #SUB# Van Elburg looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2# McGrew is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Devin McGrew has got the better of the ground game so far. McGrew passes to side control. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! McGrew working the head with strikes. Devin McGrew is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. McGrew is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Van Elburg's shoulder. That is not cool. Van Elburg wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
And that's the end of the fight! Devin McGrew comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got McGrew winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 27:30 Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 27:30 Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Devin McGrew! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 06, 2023 |
#R1# Trippin tries a head kick but it misses.
Despite the aggression on Van Elburg's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Van Elburg connects with a jab. Trippin lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Trippin throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Van Elburg tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Trippin manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Trippin throws a low kick but Van Elburg avoids it. Van Elburg looks like he wants to counter punch here. A combination from Van Elburg does no damage. Trippin looks to throw the jab but Van Elburg is out of range. Van Elburg throws a lazy right hand but Trippin sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Trippin jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit. Trippin connects with an inside leg kick. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Van Elburg throws a hook but Trippin blocks it. Trippin throws a poor cross that misses
and Van Elburg counters with a nice uppercut. Van Elburg misses with a straight right. Trippin blocks a jab.#T1# A solid leg kick lands there for Trippin.
Trippin throws a leg kick but Van Elburg moved away. Trippin fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Trippin misses with a jab to the body
and Van Elburg counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Trippin thinking. Trippin looks to land a body kick but Van Elburg moved away. It seemed like Van Elburg was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Van Elburg scores with a punch to the head. Van Elburg throws a nice looking combination but Trippin bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. A solid leg kick lands there for Trippin.
Van Elburg looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Trippin connects with a solid leg kick. Van Elburg throws out a loose jab but Trippin uses good head movement to avoid it. Van Elburg avoids a kick to the body.
Van Elburg misses with a right hand and Trippin makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.#T2# This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Trippin thows a leg kick but Van Elburg checks it and Van Elburg counters with a nice uppercut. Van Elburg is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two. That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Van Elburg crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Trippin - the referee stops the clock and Van Elburg gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Trippin. Van Elburg manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes. Trippin throws a jab when Van Elburg was well out of range. Trippin scores with a shot to the body.
#KD2# Van Elburg feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Trippin sprawling to the canvas! Trippin rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Van Elburg finish him?!
#ROC2#Trippin is rocked! Van Elburg might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable. Trippin throws a leg kick but Van Elburg sees it coming and checks it nicely. Oh Trippin is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Trippin misses with a body shot.
Trippin swats away the attempt to clinch by Van Elburg. Van Elburg dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Trippin is breathing heavily. Trippin get stunned by a cross and takes another one on the button. Trippin stumbles backwards and tries to bounce back off the cage but Van Elburg runs in and jumps on him with a leaping lead hook that puts him out! Wow, that was highlight reel stuff! Awesome finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vincent Van Elburg! |
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