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Event:
SSG 296 Feet vs McCain
Date: Apr 28, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 9 losses; Milton Viera! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 7 losses; Duncan Idaho!
The judges for this bout are Franklyn Lucas, David Schapiro and Chad Campbell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Viera rushes Idaho and presses him up against the cage.#TD2#
Idaho decides to pull guard. #SUB2#
Idaho looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Viera trying to control the position from guard on top but Idaho is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Idaho throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Viera stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Idaho swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Viera thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Viera will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB2#
Idaho had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Viera defends it easily.
Viera won't allow Idaho to sweep him here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Idaho looking for a guillotine here but Viera defends easily.
Viera stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Idaho swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1##SUB#
Viera drops back looking for a leg! Idaho is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Idaho manages to kick Viera off! Viera jumps back into Idaho's guard. #SUB2#
Idaho is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Viera is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Idaho has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Viera can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Idaho keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Idaho working for a triangle but Viera defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Viera got a little sloppy there for a moment and Idaho has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Viera has managed to get both his arms back between Idaho's legs - danger averted.
Idaho keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Idaho looking for a guillotine here but Viera defends easily.
#T2#
Viera trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Viera is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Idaho keeping full guard, as Viera tries to pass.
Idaho keeping moving, preventing Viera from controlling successfully.
Viera pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Idaho is keeping the position for now.
Viera is working hard here to advance position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Idaho is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (0) vs (2) Idaho#SUB#
Viera looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Viera really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#SUB#
Viera looking for a guillotine here but Idaho defends easily.
#T3#
Idaho pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Viera is keeping the position for now.
Idaho is still trying to improve position.
Viera trying to control the position.
Idaho works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Idaho wants to free his trapped foot but Viera is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Viera slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Viera wants to sweep here but Idaho controlling him for the moment.
Idaho stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Viera swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4##SUB#
Viera working for a triangle but Idaho defends it easily.
Viera keeping full guard, as Idaho tries to pass. #SUB#
Viera working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Idaho doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Idaho manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Idaho thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Viera working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Idaho doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Idaho manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Idaho advances to half guard. #T5#
Viera wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Idaho is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Viera won't allow Idaho to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Idaho is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Viera defends it well.
Viera trying to control but Idaho postures up.
Idaho tries to pass to full mount but Viera defends it. #SUB2#
Idaho is working for a submission of some sort.
Viera wants to control but Idaho is keeping busy.
#T6##SUB2#
Viera is defending against the submission attempts here by Idaho.
Viera moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Idaho has gone for a leg lock! Viera slips out almost immediately though and dives into Idaho's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (2) vs (2) Idaho
Viera looking to pass the guard.
Idaho tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Idaho looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Idaho isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Viera stacks Idaho on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Viera! Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (5) vs (2) Idaho
Viera moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Viera (7) vs (2) Idaho#T7#
Viera looking to control but Idaho is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Viera prevents Idaho from getting the reversal.#SUB#
Viera working for a submission but Idaho is keeping him at bay.
Idaho sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Viera controlling the action here.
Idaho manages to get to full guard.
Viera stays in close to Idaho's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Viera avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Idaho is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T8##SUB#
Viera drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Viera jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Idaho has his foot on Viera's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Viera works his way back into a safe position though.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Idaho is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (7) vs (4) Idaho
Idaho trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Idaho sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Viera's guard.
Viera trying to hold on to Idaho's head to control him but Idaho postures up.
#SUB2#
Idaho looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB#
Viera looking for submissions off his back.#T9##SUB2#
Idaho is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Viera sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Idaho looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Viera tries to roll over but Idaho keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Idaho is trying to work for a kimura but Viera is defending well.
#SUB2#
Idaho is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T10#
Viera is looking for a sweep. Idaho is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Idaho is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Idaho seems to be working for a kimura but Viera defends the submission attempt.
Idaho tries to pass to full mount but Viera defends it. #SUB2#
Idaho is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Viera defends it well. #SUB2#
Idaho is trying to work for a kimura but Viera is defending well.
#SUB#
Viera looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T11#
Idaho wants to free his trapped foot but Viera is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Viera is pressing down on Idaho's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Idaho pushing down on Viera's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB2#
Idaho is looking for a kimura here.
Viera is looking for a sweep. Idaho is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Viera gets full guard.
Viera trying to control the position.
Idaho pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Viera is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Viera looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Viera looking to hit a scissor sweep but Idaho is one step ahead there. #T12#
Viera controls Idaho momentarily but Idaho frees himself.
Idaho tries to free his leg and advance position but Viera is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Viera looking for a triangle here. Idaho is fighting it but it looks tight! Viera pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Idaho is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Milton Viera! |
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Event:
SSG 293 Gaul vs Hunt
Date: Apr 14, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 13 losses; Robert Melia! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 6 losses; Duncan Idaho!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Robert Twigg and Tiny Johnson.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Idaho shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Melia napping and manages to drive through into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Melia (0) vs (4) Idaho
Melia is looking to regain half guard here but Idaho keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB2#
Idaho wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Melia, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Idaho working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Idaho tries to advance to mount but Melia denies him. #SUB2#
Idaho is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Melia has escaped the position, nice work there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Idaho is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Melia knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Idaho tries for a kimura but Melia is defending well. #T1#
Idaho has knee on belly momentarily but Melia bucks him off and regains half guard.
Idaho is looking to advance position but Melia won't allow it.
Idaho works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Melia (0) vs (7) Idaho
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Idaho has control of Melia's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Melia regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Melia is looking to get to half guard.#T2##SUB2#
Idaho goes for an armbar but Melia turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Melia. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Melia (2) vs (7) Idaho#SUB2#
Idaho is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Idaho has his foot on Melia's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Melia works his way back into a safe position though.
Melia preventing the sweep.
Melia tries to free his leg and advance position but Idaho is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Idaho looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Idaho can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Melia controls the pace.#SUB2#
Idaho has his foot on Melia's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Melia works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Idaho is looking for a triangle but Melia pushes his legs off easily.
Idaho bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Melia's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Melia (2) vs (9) Idaho#T3#
Idaho trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Melia looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Melia manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Idaho manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Melia (4) vs (9) Idaho#SUB#
Melia drops back looking for a leg! Idaho is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Idaho manages to kick Melia off! Melia jumps back into Idaho's guard. #SUB2#
Idaho looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Idaho looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Melia puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Melia is looking to advance position but Idaho won't allow it.
Idaho tries to roll over but Melia keeps him under control.
Melia not doing much here.
#T4##SUB2#
Idaho is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Melia pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Melia is trying to work for a kimura but Idaho is defending well.
#SUB#
Melia is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Idaho defends it well.
Melia trying to control from half guard but Idaho is working away. #SUB2#
Idaho looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Melia passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Idaho! Score +3 for passing guard: Melia (7) vs (9) Idaho
Idaho is working to get back to half guard.
#T5#
Idaho regains half guard.#SUB#
Melia is working for a kimura but Idaho is defending it quite comfortably.
Idaho gets full guard.
Melia trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Melia won't allow Idaho to sweep him here.
Idaho is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Melia passes into half guard.
Idaho tries to get to full guard but Melia has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Idaho looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Melia trying to control the pace. #SUB2#
Idaho actively working from the bottom here.#T6#
Idaho tries to roll over but Melia keeps him under control.
Idaho makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Idaho.
Melia sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Idaho's guard.
Idaho tries to roll over but Melia keeps him under control.
Still in half guard, Melia seems content to control.
Idaho is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Melia uses his free foot to push down on Idaho's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Idaho. Score +3 for passing guard: Melia (10) vs (9) Idaho
Idaho sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Melia prevents Idaho from improving his position.#T7#
Melia wants to take a breather but Idaho is having none of it. #SUB#
Melia is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Idaho sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Idaho actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Idaho looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Melia is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Idaho is just riding it out for now. Melia eventually gives up the hold.
Melia is looking to take a break and control but Idaho is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T8##SUB2#
Idaho looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Melia is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Idaho defends it well.
Idaho is looking for a sweep. Melia is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Idaho looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Idaho is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Melia pulls his head out easily.
Idaho looks winded!
Well, if Melia is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
#SUB#
Idaho is defending against the submission attempts here by Melia.
#T9#
Idaho moves into full guard.
Idaho keeping moving, preventing Melia from controlling successfully.
Melia pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Idaho is keeping the position for now.
Idaho looking to hit a scissor sweep but Melia is one step ahead there.
Melia wants to control from the top but Idaho keeps moving.
Melia pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Idaho is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Idaho is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Idaho being controlled here, momentarily. #T10##SUB2#
Idaho working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Melia doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Melia manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Melia got a little sloppy there for a moment and Idaho has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Melia has managed to get both his arms back between Idaho's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Idaho working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Melia doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Melia manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Melia not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB2#
Idaho is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T11#
Melia seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #SUB2#
Idaho working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Melia doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Melia manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Idaho had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Melia defends it easily.
Melia passes Idaho's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Idaho won't allow Melia to pass to mount.
Melia moves into full mount! Idaho won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Melia (13) vs (9) Idaho
Idaho is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Idaho has given up his back. Will we see Melia going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Melia (16) vs (9) Idaho#T12#
Idaho is trying to break free.
#SUB#
Melia looking for the rear naked choke. And he's got it! Idaho taps!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Robert Melia! |
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Event:
SSG 281 Darkins vs Shaw
Date: Mar 17, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Pykky Kalla! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 5 losses; Duncan Idaho!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Don Winkell and Percy O'Donnell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Idaho shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Kalla is trying to defend but Idaho finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kalla (0) vs (2) Idaho#SUB2#
Idaho wants to work for an arm triangle but Kalla is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Idaho is pressing down on Kalla's thigh, looking to free his foot. Kalla is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Idaho is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Kalla is trying to maintain the position but Idaho is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Idaho is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Kalla sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Idaho wants to work for an arm triangle but Kalla is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Idaho wants to work for an arm triangle but Kalla is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kalla wants to improve his position but Idaho is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Idaho is looking for a kimura here.
#T1#
Kalla is looking to improve his position.
Kalla gets back to full guard.
Kalla looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Idaho is looking to advance position but Kalla has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kalla (4) vs (2) Idaho
Kalla wants to control the pace but Idaho is squirming around nicely.
Idaho is desperately trying to improve his position but Kalla has a good base and remains in mount.
Idaho 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.
Idaho is still trying to improve position.
Kalla tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Idaho really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
We've been hearing that Kalla has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Idaho is squirming around, avoiding Kalla's attempts to control the action.
Idaho regains half guard.
Kalla is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Kalla (7) vs (2) Idaho
Idaho tries to reverse the position but Kalla maintains control.#SUB#
Kalla is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Idaho is surviving well by controlling Kalla's body position as best he can.
Kalla takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Idaho is looking to improve his position but Kalla isn't that keen on the idea.#SUB#
Kalla working for a submission but Idaho is keeping him at bay. #T3#
Idaho can't escape the position.
Idaho slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Kalla seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Idaho is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Kalla is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Kalla seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Idaho does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Idaho looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Idaho looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4##SUB#
Idaho is defending against the submission attempts here by Kalla.
Idaho wants to improve his position but Kalla is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Idaho actively working from the bottom here.
Kalla wants to pass the guard but Idaho is defending well.
Kalla seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Kalla wants to control but Idaho is keeping him busy.
Idaho wants to get back to full guard.#T5#
Idaho moves into full guard.
Kalla looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Idaho escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kalla gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Kalla trying to control but Idaho is working from the bottom.
Kalla tries to free his leg and advance position but Idaho is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Idaho looking for subs off his back but Kalla has passed one foot through into half guard.
Idaho wants to improve his position but Kalla is controlling well.
Idaho slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
Idaho had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Kalla defends it easily.#T6##SUB#
Kalla drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Kalla jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Kalla trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Idaho tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kalla is pushing down on Idaho's leg trying to pass to half guard. Idaho is fighting to maintain full guard but Kalla has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Kalla is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Idaho tries to roll over but Kalla keeps him under control.#SUB#
Kalla is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Idaho defends it well. #SUB2#
Idaho looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T7#
Kalla tries to pass to full mount but Idaho defends it. #SUB2#
Idaho looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Kalla is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Idaho doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Kalla. #SUB#
Idaho is defending against the submission attempts here by Kalla.
Idaho gets back to full guard.
#SUB2#
Idaho looking for a guillotine here but Kalla defends easily.
Idaho looking for a sweep. Not yet Idaho, not yet. #T8##SUB#
Kalla is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Kalla trying to control but Idaho is working from the bottom.
Idaho keeping full guard, as Kalla tries to pass.
Idaho has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Kalla has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Kalla (10) vs (2) Idaho
Idaho regains half guard.
Idaho tries to get to full guard but Kalla has control of the leg.
Kalla has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Kalla (13) vs (2) Idaho
Idaho is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T9##SUB#
Kalla working for a guillotine from mount but Idaho is in no mood to give up.
Idaho is trying to escape the mount.
Idaho slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Idaho is refusing to be controlled, as Kalla sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Idaho is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kalla pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Kalla is working for a submission of some sort.
Idaho is looking for a sweep. Kalla is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T10##SUB#
Kalla is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Idaho defends it well.
Idaho is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Idaho is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kalla pulls his head out easily.
Idaho is refusing to be controlled, as Kalla sits in half guard.
Kalla prevents Idaho from improving his position.
Kalla wants to control but Idaho is keeping him busy.
Kalla slows the pace down in half guard.
Kalla wants to pass to mount but Idaho is defending the position. #T11##SUB2#
Idaho actively working from the bottom here.
Kalla perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Kalla tries to pass the half guard into mount. Idaho knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Kalla 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! Idaho is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Pykky Kalla! |
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Event:
SSG 278 Pushkin vs Bar
Date: Mar 10, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 1 losses; Paulo Miyao! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 4 losses; Duncan Idaho!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Percy O'Donnell and Timothy Bukovac.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Miyao is looking to clinch but Idaho is avoiding it.
#CL2#
Idaho has closed the distance and engaged Miyao in a clinch.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Idaho has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.#TD2#
Idaho turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Idaho manages to end up in side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Miyao (0) vs (4) Idaho
Miyao stuck in half guard on the bottom here.#SUB2#
Idaho thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Miyao tries to bench press Idaho off him but Idaho keeps the position. #SUB2#
Idaho tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Idaho has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miyao stops Idaho from passing to mount. #SUB2#
Idaho wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Miyao, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Idaho tries for a kimura but Miyao is defending well. #T1#
Miyao is trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Idaho working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Idaho goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Miyao has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Idaho but great work by Miyao. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Miyao (4) vs (4) Idaho
Idaho manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Miyao (4) vs (6) Idaho
Idaho wants to pass to mount but Miyao is defending the position. #SUB2#
Idaho is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Miyao sees it coming and defends easily.
Miyao preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Miyao manages to get to full guard.
Miyao looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Miyao can't keep his opponent in guard - Idaho advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB2#
Idaho is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Idaho is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Miyao! Score +3 for passing guard: Miyao (4) vs (9) Idaho
Miyao tries to hold on but Idaho pushes him away. #SUB2#
Idaho swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Miyao is now in Idaho's guard. A big mistake from Idaho there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Miyao (6) vs (9) Idaho
Miyao trying to control the position from guard on top but Idaho is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3##SUB2#
Idaho looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Miyao passes into half guard.
Idaho gets back to full guard.
Miyao sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Idaho's guard.
Idaho gets back to full guard.
#SUB2#
Idaho is looking for a triangle but Miyao pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Idaho throws his legs up looking for a submission but Miyao uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Miyao (9) vs (9) Idaho
Idaho tries to bench press Miyao off him but Miyao keeps the position. #T4##SUB#
Idaho is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Miyao's leg. Oh but that's left an opportunity for Miyao! He's got an arm triangle... it looks tight! He's rotating and Idaho has tapped! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:06 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Paulo Miyao!
Paulo Miyao seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
SSG 271 Makarov vs Hlervu
Date: Feb 25, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 4 losses; Duncan Idaho! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 5 losses; Murzol Gro Ulfimph!
The judges for this bout are Chad Campbell, Lou da Vinci and Bruno Lombardi.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
The fight stays on the outside here - Gro Ulfimph looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL2#
Idaho gets tackled into the cage by Gro Ulfimph. Gro Ulfimph maintains the clinch.
Gro Ulfimph has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Idaho avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Gro Ulfimph is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Idaho is defending well.#TD#
Idaho pulls guard successfully.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#SUB#
Idaho looking for a guillotine here but Gro Ulfimph defends easily.
#SUB#
Idaho is looking for a triangle but Gro Ulfimph pushes his legs off easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Idaho looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gro Ulfimph is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Idaho is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Idaho wants to sweep here but Gro Ulfimph controlling him for the moment. #T1##SUB#
Idaho is looking for a triangle here but Gro Ulfimph uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Idaho (0) vs (3) Gro Ulfimph
Idaho tries to improve position but can't.
Gro Ulfimph wants to control but Idaho is keeping him busy.
Idaho tries to buck Gro Ulfimph off but Gro Ulfimph is having none of it.
Gro Ulfimph trying to control the position but Idaho is working away. #T2#
Gro Ulfimph might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Idaho haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Idaho tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Gro Ulfimph wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Gro Ulfimph looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Idaho gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB#
Idaho looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Gro Ulfimph seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Idaho does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Idaho is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gro Ulfimph pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Idaho looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3#
Idaho is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Idaho is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Idaho with the active half guard here but Gro Ulfimph passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Idaho (0) vs (6) Gro Ulfimph
Idaho is looking to regain half guard here but Gro Ulfimph keeps moving and retains side control.
Idaho is trying to work for a sweep but Gro Ulfimph has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Idaho (0) vs (8) Gro Ulfimph
Idaho bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Idaho (2) vs (8) Gro Ulfimph#T4#
Gro Ulfimph trying to keep a closed guard but Idaho is proving a slippery customer.
Idaho passes Gro Ulfimph's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Idaho is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Gro Ulfimph sees it coming and defends easily.
Gro Ulfimph is looking for a sweep. Idaho is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Idaho looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Gro Ulfimph tries to roll over but Idaho keeps him under control.
Gro Ulfimph trying to control but Idaho postures up.
#SUB#
Idaho is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Gro Ulfimph sees it coming and defends easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T5#
Gro Ulfimph is pressing down on Idaho's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Idaho thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Gro Ulfimph looking for a sweep. Not yet Gro Ulfimph, not yet. #SUB#
Idaho drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Idaho jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Idaho preventing the sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Idaho wants to pass the guard but Gro Ulfimph is keeping the position.
Gro Ulfimph is trying to keep Idaho in close.
Idaho tries to free his leg and advance position but Gro Ulfimph is retaining full guard.
Gro Ulfimph trying to control the position.
Gro Ulfimph looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Idaho wants to pass the guard but Gro Ulfimph is keeping the position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Gro Ulfimph is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Idaho (2) vs (10) Gro Ulfimph#T6#
Gro Ulfimph trying to control but Idaho is working from the bottom.
Gro Ulfimph must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Idaho throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Gro Ulfimph escapes and throws Idaho's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Idaho (2) vs (13) Gro Ulfimph
Gro Ulfimph trying to control the position but Idaho is working away.
Idaho manages to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Idaho actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Idaho actively working from the bottom here.
Idaho regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Idaho is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Gro Ulfimph content to stall in guard here. #T7#
Gro Ulfimph wants to control from the top but Idaho keeps moving. #SUB#
Idaho is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Gro Ulfimph avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Idaho looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Idaho keeping moving, preventing Gro Ulfimph from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Idaho has an active guard here but Gro Ulfimph has managed to pass into half guard.
#T8#
Idaho works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Gro Ulfimph avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Idaho escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gro Ulfimph gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Gro Ulfimph controls from within his opponent's guard.
Gro Ulfimph's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Gro Ulfimph trying to control but Idaho is working from the bottom. #T9##SUB#
Idaho is looking to cinch up a triangle. Gro Ulfimph throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Idaho's body to avoid the submission. Idaho has instead reached around Gro Ulfimph's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Idaho arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Duncan Idaho!
In defeat, Murzol Gro Ulfimph stepped up to the mic, saying 'Fuck this shit'. |
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Event:
SSG 268 Bar vs Maximus
Date: Feb 18, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 23 losses; Nuri Jafar! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 4 losses; Duncan Idaho!
The judges for this bout are Lou da Vinci, Dean Styles and Jorge Garcia.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Idaho tries to keep at a distance but Jafar has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD2#
Idaho manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Jafar trying to control the position from guard on top but Idaho is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jafar is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Rabid Dog that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Idaho is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Jafar looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Idaho is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Jafar is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Idaho looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Jafar looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Idaho escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Jafar gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Jafar works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Jafar tries to pass the half guard into mount. Idaho knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Idaho wants to sweep but Jafar has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Jafar (3) vs (0) Idaho#T1#
Idaho tries to buck Jafar off but Jafar is having none of it.
Idaho is still trying to improve position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jafar wants to control but Idaho is keeping him busy.
Jafar tries to advance to mount but can't.
You can see the frustration on Idaho's face as Jafar controls the position.
Idaho tries to bench press Jafar off him but Jafar keeps the position.
Idaho is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Jafar off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Jafar (3) vs (4) Idaho
Jafar is in bad spot here.
#SUB2#
Idaho working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #SUB2#
Idaho is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Jafar is tapping out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Duncan Idaho!
Nuri Jafar spoke after the fight, saying 'He did not follow the script'. |
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Event:
SSG 262 Cahute vs Hunt
Date: Feb 04, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 2 losses; Magnus Herlin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 4 losses; Duncan Idaho!
The judges for this bout are John Kavanagh, Anthony Taglia and Franklyn Lucas.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Herlin feints and as Idaho raises his hands in defense, Herlin changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Herlin (2) vs (0) Idaho
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Herlin won't allow Idaho to sweep him here.
Herlin forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
Idaho actively working from the bottom here.
Herlin tries to pass to full mount but Idaho defends it.
Idaho is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Herlin is looking to take a break and control but Idaho is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Herlin prevents Idaho from improving his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Idaho looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Herlin wants to pass the guard but Idaho is defending well.
Herlin prevents Idaho from improving his position.#T1#
Herlin wants to pass the guard but Idaho is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Herlin performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Herlin is looking to advance position but Idaho won't allow it.
Idaho wants to improve his position but Herlin is controlling well.
#SUB#
Herlin is looking for a kimura here.
Herlin is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Idaho! Score +3 for passing guard: Herlin (5) vs (0) Idaho
Herlin wants to control the pace but Idaho is squirming around nicely.
Idaho is trying to escape the mount.
Idaho is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T2#
Herlin tries to control but Idaho wriggling away.
Idaho is trying to escape the mount.
#SUB#
Herlin with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Idaho sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Herlin is looking to advance position but Idaho won't allow it. #SUB#
Herlin is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Idaho doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Herlin. #SUB#
Herlin seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Idaho is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Herlin pulls his head out easily.
Idaho regains full guard. Nicely done. #T3#
Herlin wants to pass the guard but Idaho is keeping the position.
Herlin passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Herlin (8) vs (0) Idaho#SUB#
Herlin is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Idaho has escaped the position, nice work there.
Idaho is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Herlin's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Herlin prevents Idaho from improving his position.#SUB2#
Idaho looking for submissions off his back.
Idaho gets back to full guard.
#SUB2#
Idaho escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Herlin gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Herlin preventing the sweep. #T4##SUB2#
Herlin avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Herlin is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB2#
Idaho is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Herlin rolls with it to try and escape but Idaho cranks on the arm and Herlin is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Duncan Idaho! |
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Event:
SSG 260 Solo vs Finn
Date: Jan 28, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 4 losses; Duncan Idaho! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 21 losses; Gordon Plant!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Jack Bonds and Timothy Bukovac.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Plant moves into the clinch.
Idaho gets underhooks to prevent Plant's takedown attempt.
We've been hearing reports that Idaho has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#TD2#
Plant tightens his grip and picks Idaho up, before dumping him to the ground. Idaho manages to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Idaho (0) vs (2) Plant
Plant pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Idaho is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Plant avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Plant trying to control the position from guard on top but Idaho is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Idaho had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Plant defends it easily.#SUB#
Idaho has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Plant can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Idaho has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Plant can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Idaho had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Plant defends it easily.#SUB#
Idaho throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T1#
Plant looking to pass the guard.
Idaho bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Plant's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Idaho (2) vs (2) Plant
Idaho slips nicely into half guard.
Plant is trying to get back to full guard.
Plant gets full guard.
Idaho passes Plant's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Idaho wants to work for an arm triangle but Plant is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Plant is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Idaho's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Idaho's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Idaho (2) vs (6) Plant
Plant is trying to stick to Idaho's back but Idaho is turning into Plant. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Plant's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Idaho. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Idaho (4) vs (6) Plant#SUB#
Idaho thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Idaho slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Idaho (7) vs (6) Plant#T2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Plant is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Idaho tries for a kimura but Plant is defending well.
Plant controls the position for a moment.
Idaho tries to advance to mount but Plant denies him.
Plant is trying to control Idaho's posture but Idaho avoids it.
Plant gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Idaho (9) vs (6) Plant
Plant sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Plant is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Idaho's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Idaho's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Idaho (9) vs (10) Plant
I really don't envy Idaho right now.
Idaho turns into Plant and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Idaho (11) vs (10) Plant#T3#
Plant is trying to keep Idaho in close.
Idaho forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
Idaho is working for a submission of some sort.
Plant is positioning himself well to prevent Idaho advancing to mount.
Plant is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Idaho's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Idaho's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Idaho (11) vs (14) Plant
Idaho is trying to break free.
Plant doesn't have the hooks in and Idaho manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Idaho (13) vs (14) Plant
Idaho tries to free his leg and advance position but Plant is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Idaho drops back, looking for a kneebar! Plant looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Plant looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Plant! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Idaho (13) vs (18) Plant#SUB2#
Plant tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Plant has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Idaho tries to improve position but can't. #T4#
Idaho manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Idaho won't allow Plant to pass to mount.
Idaho wants to improve his position but Plant is controlling well.
Idaho is pressing down on Plant's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Plant trying to control but Idaho is working from the bottom.
Plant tries to free his leg and advance position but Idaho is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Idaho is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Idaho throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Idaho has his foot on Plant's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Plant works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Idaho working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Plant doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Plant manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Idaho wants to sweep but no luck. #T5#
Plant trying to control but Idaho is working from the bottom.
Plant must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Plant slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Plant 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.
Idaho is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Idaho has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Plant. Oh but Idaho has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Plant goes limp - he's gone! Idaho jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Duncan Idaho! |
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Event:
SSG 251 Gaul vs Cahute
Date: Jan 07, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 4 losses; Duncan Idaho! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 10 losses; John Johns!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Percy O'Donnell and Jack Bonds.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Johns gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Idaho drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Johns gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#TD#
Idaho has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Johns uses from the top position.
Johns preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Idaho has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Johns is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Idaho. Score +3 for passing guard: Idaho (0) vs (3) Johns
Johns trying to control the position but Idaho is working away.
Johns controls the position.
Johns really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Idaho. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Idaho tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Johns wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Idaho sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Idaho moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Idaho is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Idaho (2) vs (3) Johns
Idaho pushing down on Johns's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Johns felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#T1#
Johns tries to roll over but Idaho keeps him under control.#SUB#
Idaho is working for a submission of some sort.
Johns is trying to control but can't.
Idaho passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Idaho (5) vs (3) Johns#SUB#
Idaho looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Johns is looking to regain half guard here but Idaho keeps moving and retains side control.
Johns controls the position for a moment.#SUB#
Idaho wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Johns, who protects the arm well.
Johns tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T2##SUB#
Idaho is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Johns knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Idaho tries for a kimura but Johns is defending well. #SUB#
Idaho wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Johns, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Idaho tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Idaho tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Idaho has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Idaho advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Idaho (7) vs (3) Johns#T3##SUB#
Idaho wants to finish this one by submission but Johns is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Idaho. #SUB#
Idaho jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Johns manages to avoid the submission attempt. #SUB#
Idaho swings around for an armbar but Johns sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Idaho's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Idaho (7) vs (5) Johns#SUB#
Idaho is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Johns defends well.
Johns wants to control from the top but Idaho keeps moving. #SUB#
Johns got a little sloppy there for a moment and Idaho has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Johns has managed to get both his arms back between Idaho's legs - danger averted.
Johns must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Johns wants to control from the top but Idaho keeps moving. #SUB#
Idaho has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Johns can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Idaho is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Johns defends well.#T4#
Idaho keeping moving, preventing Johns from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Idaho is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Johns has his hands clasped together but Idaho extends and breaks Johns's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Idaho.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Duncan Idaho! |
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Event:
SSG 235 One vs Chai
Date: Dec 03, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 1 losses; Ryan Gordon! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 3 losses; Duncan Idaho!
The judges for this bout are Anthony Taglia, Steve Montenegro and John Kavanagh.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Idaho gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Gordon to score an easy takedown into full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gordon (2) vs (0) Idaho
Idaho wants to hit a sweep here but Gordon passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Idaho there! Score +3 for passing guard: Gordon (5) vs (0) Idaho
Idaho really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Idaho is still trying to improve position.
Gordon definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Gordon controlling from mount.
Idaho is desperately trying to improve his position but Gordon has a good base and remains in mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gordon controlling the pace for now. #T1#
Idaho stops Gordon from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Idaho 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.
Gordon controlling from the full mount.
Idaho tries to reverse the position but Gordon maintains control.
Idaho keeps trying to improve his position.
Gordon controlling his opponent.
Idaho working to try and regain half guard.
Gordon takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Idaho gets back to half guard.
Gordon with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T2#
Idaho tries to roll over but Gordon keeps him under control.
Gordon controlling the action here.
Gordon knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Idaho on the ground.
Idaho tries to roll over but Gordon keeps him under control.
Gordon performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Idaho is looking to get back to full guard here but Gordon has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Gordon (8) vs (0) Idaho
Idaho is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T3#
Gordon taking a breather here.
Idaho is looking to reverse the position.
Idaho is trying to escape the position but Gordon is controlling the position.
Idaho tries to buck Gordon off but Gordon is having none of it.
Gordon slows the pace down.
Idaho is not content to let Gordon control the position. #T4#
Gordon 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 Idaho's shoulder. That is not cool.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Idaho is trying to get back to half guard.
Gordon slows the pace down.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Idaho is looking to reverse the position.
A lull in the action here as Gordon stalls from top position.
Idaho tries to buck Gordon off but Gordon is having none of it.
Gordon moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #T5#
Idaho is looking for a sweep.
A lull in the action here.
Idaho is looking to regain half guard here but Gordon keeps moving and retains side control. #T6#
Idaho seems a little lost for a moment, as Gordon dominates the positioning.
Idaho is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Gordon is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Idaho will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Idaho tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Gordon wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Gordon takes a little break here. Idaho wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Idaho gets back to half guard.
Gordon is controlling the pace.
#T7#
Idaho is pressing down on Gordon's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Idaho has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Gordon is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Idaho. Score +3 for passing guard: Gordon (11) vs (0) Idaho
Idaho is trying to get back to half guard.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Gordon has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Idaho is looking to regain half guard here but Gordon keeps moving and retains side control.
Gordon is staying tight to Idaho's torso, preventing him from escaping. #T8#
Idaho is looking for a sweep.
Gordon takes a little break here. Idaho wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Gordon trying to control the position but Idaho is working away.
Idaho tries to buck Gordon off but Gordon is having none of it.
Idaho sneaks back into half guard.
Gordon perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Idaho tries to get to full guard but Gordon has control of the leg.
Idaho gets back to full guard.
#SUB2#
Idaho had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gordon defends it easily.#T9#
Gordon tries to free his leg and advance position but Idaho is retaining full guard.
Gordon is working hard here to advance position.
Gordon sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB2#
Idaho had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gordon defends it easily.#SUB2#
Idaho working for a triangle but Gordon defends it easily.
Gordon engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T10#
Gordon wants to pass the guard but Idaho is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Idaho working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gordon doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gordon manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Gordon got a little sloppy there for a moment and Idaho has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Gordon has managed to get both his arms back between Idaho's legs - danger averted.
Gordon is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2#
Idaho looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Gordon sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB2#
Idaho working for a triangle but Gordon defends it easily.
#T11#
Gordon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Idaho swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Idaho is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Gordon tries to free his leg and advance position but Idaho is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Idaho is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Idaho had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gordon defends it easily.
Gordon controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB2#
Idaho working for a triangle but Gordon defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Idaho is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Gordon is aware though and is defending well.#T12##SUB2#
Idaho is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Gordon is aware though and is defending well.
Idaho looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gordon is one step ahead there.
Gordon is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Idaho is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Gordon sitting in guard here, content to control.
Gordon passes into half guard.
Idaho wants to get back to full guard.
Idaho won't allow Gordon to pass to mount. #T13##SUB2#
Idaho looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Gordon content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Gordon seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Idaho for as long as he can get away with.#SUB2#
Idaho looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Gordon keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB2#
Idaho is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gordon pulls his head out easily.
Idaho wants to improve his position but Gordon is controlling well.
Gordon stalling. #T14#
Gordon continues to stall.
Idaho tries to get to full guard but Gordon has control of the leg.
Gordon trying to control the pace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Idaho moves into full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gordon takes the fight on points by 11 to 0.
An out of breath Ryan Gordon thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
SSG 228 Hunt vs Kersikov
Date: Nov 12, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Bailey Simmons! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 3 losses; Duncan Idaho!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Wesley Smith and George Francis.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Idaho gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD#
Simmons manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB#
Simmons looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Idaho pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Simmons is keeping the position for now.
Idaho is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB#
Simmons is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Idaho advances to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Idaho is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Simmons is just riding it out for now. Idaho eventually gives up the hold.
Simmons is looking for a sweep. Idaho is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T1#
Idaho wants to advance to full mount but Simmons doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Idaho wants to pass the guard but Simmons is keeping the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Simmons looking for a sweep. Not yet Simmons, not yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Simmons keeping full guard, as Idaho tries to pass.
Idaho passes Simmons's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Idaho is trying for a kimura here. Simmons looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Idaho wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Duncan Idaho! |
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Event:
SSG 219 Doe vs Pushkin
Date: Oct 29, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Lanion Mauricio! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 3 losses; Duncan Idaho!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Edson Gomes and Thiago Cunha.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Mauricio changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Idaho tries to avoid it but Mauricio manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Idaho to the ground. Idaho escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Idaho changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Mauricio tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Idaho manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Idaho drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Mauricio defends it well.#CL2#
Idaho rushes Mauricio and presses him up against the cage.#TD2#
Idaho decides to pull guard. #SUB2#
Idaho working for submissions but it's allowed Mauricio to get to half guard.
#SUB#
Mauricio is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Mauricio is looking to take a break and control but Idaho is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Idaho is trying to get back to full guard.
Idaho wants to sweep but Mauricio has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Mauricio (3) vs (0) Idaho
Mauricio trying to control the position but Idaho is working away. #T1#
Idaho tries to buck Mauricio off but Mauricio is having none of it.
Idaho is still trying to improve position.
Mauricio wants to lay and pray for a moment but Idaho keeps working.
Idaho tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Mauricio wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Idaho is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Mauricio's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Idaho makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Idaho.
Mauricio stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Idaho swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Idaho tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Idaho keeping moving, preventing Mauricio from controlling successfully.
Idaho wants to hit a sweep here but Mauricio passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Idaho there! Score +3 for passing guard: Mauricio (6) vs (0) Idaho
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Idaho manages to regain half guard. Good work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Idaho actively working from the bottom here.
Idaho tries to get to full guard but Mauricio has control of the leg.
Mauricio trying to control from half guard but Idaho is working away.
Mauricio wants to pass to mount but Idaho is defending the position. #T3#
Idaho is looking to improve his position.
Idaho is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Idaho is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Mauricio's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Mauricio's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Mauricio (6) vs (4) Idaho#SUB2#
Idaho working for the choke.
Idaho is not going to allow Mauricio to sit and survive in this position. #SUB2#
Idaho is persistently looking for the submission but Mauricio is defending it well.
I really don't envy Mauricio right now.
#SUB2#
Idaho is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Mauricio has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB2#
Idaho has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #T4##SUB2#
Idaho is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Mauricio trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #SUB2#
Idaho has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Mauricio has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Mauricio trying to control the action but Idaho just sinks the hooks in. #SUB2#
Idaho looking to break Mauricio's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Mauricio remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Idaho will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Mauricio tries to escape but Idaho has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB2#
Idaho working for a choke but Mauricio is defending well. #SUB2#
Idaho is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Mauricio is defending well though. Idaho let's go of the attempt for now.#T5##SUB2#
Idaho tightening his grip on Mauricio, looking for the choke. #SUB2#
Idaho is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Mauricio has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Mauricio wants to control his opponent's hands but Idaho gets his hands free.
Idaho controlling well, preventing Mauricio from escaping the position.
#T6##SUB2#
Mauricio preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Idaho.
Mauricio wants to escape the position.
#SUB2#
Mauricio defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Idaho's arms. #SUB2#
Idaho is looking for the choke from the back position but Mauricio is controlling his hands well. #SUB2#
Idaho is working for the choke. He's slipped one arm under the chin. Mauricio has to defend the other arm for all he's worth... but Idaho has managed to get that arm free too and he's tightening the choke! Mauricio taps out and looks absolutely disgusted with himself. Idaho doesn't care though - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Duncan Idaho! |
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Event:
SSG 212 Bandini vs Snowstrinsk
Date: Oct 08, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Duncan Idaho! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 5 losses; Hiroshi Sato!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Elvis Blanc and Steve Smith.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Idaho darts in and clinches Sato up against the cage.
I was talking to Idaho's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#TD#
Idaho jumps into guard, dragging Sato to the mat.
Sato not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Idaho is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Sato is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Idaho throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Idaho is looking for a triangle but Sato pushes his legs off easily.
Sato trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Idaho wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Idaho looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Sato pushing down on Idaho's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sato is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Idaho! Score +3 for passing guard: Idaho (0) vs (3) Sato
Sato fails to take his opponent's back.
Idaho slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Sato is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Idaho wants to get back to full guard.#T1#
Sato tries to pass the half guard into mount. Idaho knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Idaho wants to get back to full guard.
Sato should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.#SUB2#
Sato is working for a kimura but Idaho is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Sato wants to work for an arm triangle but Idaho is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Idaho wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Sato is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Idaho is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Sato's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Sato's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Idaho (4) vs (3) Sato
Idaho is trying to stick to Sato's back but Sato is turning into Idaho. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Idaho's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Sato. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Idaho (4) vs (5) Sato#SUB#
Idaho is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Sato is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Idaho had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Sato defends it easily.
Sato tries to free his leg and advance position but Idaho is retaining full guard. #T2##SUB#
Idaho looking for a guillotine here but Sato defends easily.
Idaho keeping moving, preventing Sato from controlling successfully.
Sato pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Idaho is keeping the position for now.
Sato trying to control but Idaho is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Idaho looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Idaho bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sato's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Idaho (6) vs (5) Sato
Sato looking to hit a scissor sweep but Idaho is one step ahead there.
Idaho passes Sato's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T3#
Sato is looking to improve his position.
Idaho passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Sato! Score +3 for passing guard: Idaho (9) vs (5) Sato#SUB#
Idaho jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Sato manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Idaho advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Idaho (11) vs (5) Sato#SUB#
Sato defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Idaho.
Idaho is trying to take his opponent's back.
#SUB#
Idaho jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Sato manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Idaho tries to move into full mount but can't pass Sato's legs. #T4#
Sato tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB#
Idaho looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Idaho thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Idaho is trying to get an arm triangle but Sato is defending well. #SUB#
Idaho tries for a kimura but Sato is defending well.
Idaho tries to move to mount but Sato blocks the move with his legs. #T5#
Sato is looking for a sweep.
Idaho advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Idaho (13) vs (5) Sato
Idaho takes Sato's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Sato is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Idaho (16) vs (5) Sato#SUB#
Idaho is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Sato is defending well though. Idaho let's go of the attempt for now.
I really don't envy Sato right now.
#SUB#
Idaho working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #SUB#
Idaho working for a choke but Sato reverses nicely into Idaho 's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Idaho (16) vs (7) Sato#SUB#
Idaho is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T6#
Sato trying to control the position from guard on top but Idaho is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sato slips nicely into half guard.
Sato works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Idaho (16) vs (10) Sato#SUB2#
Sato working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Sato working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Idaho gets back to half guard.
Sato uses his free foot to push down on Idaho's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Idaho. Score +3 for passing guard: Idaho (16) vs (13) Sato
Idaho gets back to half guard.#T7#
Idaho gets back to full guard.
#SUB#
Idaho had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Sato defends it easily.
Sato slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Idaho (16) vs (16) Sato#SUB2#
Sato working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Idaho is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Sato's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Idaho is looking for a sweep. Sato is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Sato is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Idaho sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Idaho actively working from the bottom here.#T8#
Idaho gets back to full guard.
Sato trying to control the position from guard on top but Idaho is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sato wants to pass the guard but Idaho is keeping the position.#SUB#
Sato avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Sato thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Sato looks winded!
Idaho bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sato's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Idaho (18) vs (16) Sato
Idaho slips nicely into half guard.#SUB#
Sato is defending against the submission attempts here by Idaho.
Idaho wants to pass the guard but Sato is defending well. #T9#
Sato gets full guard.
Idaho pushing down on Sato's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Sato tries to roll over but Idaho keeps him under control.
Sato won't allow Idaho to pass to mount.
Sato moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Idaho forces his way into half guard.
Idaho frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Idaho (21) vs (16) Sato#SUB#
Idaho is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Sato has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Idaho pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
#T10##SUB#
Idaho working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Sato is looking to get to half guard.#SUB#
Idaho has hold of Sato's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Sato manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Idaho wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Sato sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#SUB#
Idaho is working for a kimura from half guard. He's really concentrating on the hold and it's allowed Sato to slip a leg under and get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Sato throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T11##SUB#
Idaho is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Idaho won't allow Sato to sweep him here.
Idaho stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sato swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Idaho thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Sato looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Idaho drops back looking for a leg! Sato is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Sato manages to kick Idaho off! Idaho jumps back into Sato's guard.
Idaho preventing the sweep. #T12#
Sato trying to control the position here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Idaho sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Sato's guard. #SUB#
Idaho is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Sato looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Idaho is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Sato has managed to free his arm - good work.
Idaho wants to pass the guard but Sato is defending well.
Sato is in trouble now - Idaho has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Idaho (24) vs (16) Sato#SUB#
Idaho working for a guillotine from mount but Sato is in no mood to give up. #T13#
Sato stops Idaho from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Sato tries to hold on but Idaho pushes him away. #SUB#
Idaho is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Sato has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Sato! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Idaho (24) vs (18) Sato
Sato advances to half guard. #SUB2#
Sato is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Idaho has managed to free his arm - good work.
Idaho is staying active underneath Sato, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Sato is pressing down on Idaho's thigh, looking to free his foot. Idaho is holding on for now.
Sato moves into full mount! Idaho won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Idaho (24) vs (21) Sato
Idaho is desperately trying to improve his position but Sato has a good base and remains in mount.#T14#
Idaho has given up his back here. Will Sato look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Idaho (24) vs (24) Sato
Idaho turns into Sato and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Idaho (26) vs (24) Sato
Idaho stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sato swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Sato throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Idaho passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Idaho (29) vs (24) Sato
Sato tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB#
Idaho looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Idaho is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Sato has escaped the position, nice work there.
And that's the end of the fight!
Idaho takes the fight on points by 29 to 24. |
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Event:
SSG 199 Johnson vs Warrior
Date: Sep 17, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Duncan Idaho! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 2 losses; Pierre Lefevre !
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Mauricio Rocha and Paulo Santos.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Lefevre gets a double leg takedown into Idaho's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Idaho (0) vs (2) Lefevre
Lefevre wants to control from the top but Idaho keeps moving. #SUB#
Idaho working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lefevre doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lefevre manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Idaho looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Lefevre has picked Idaho up and slammed him! Idaho can't keep hold of the triangle and Lefevre manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Idaho (0) vs (5) Lefevre
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Idaho looking for a sweep but Lefevre has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Idaho (0) vs (7) Lefevre
Lefevre trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Idaho's coaches at Rabid Dog have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Idaho is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Idaho is working hard here to advance position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Idaho sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lefevre passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Idaho! Score +3 for passing guard: Idaho (0) vs (10) Lefevre #T1#
Idaho can't escape the position.
Lefevre trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Idaho is trying desperately to improve position.
Lefevre content just to control the position here.
Idaho is working to get back to half guard.
#T2#
Idaho looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Idaho (0) vs (13) Lefevre
Lefevre is hanging on to Idaho's back as he tries to escape.
Lefevre is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #SUB2#
Lefevre has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Idaho tries to escape but Lefevre has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Lefevre really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Idaho.
Lefevre keeps control of the position as Idaho tries to break free.
Idaho staying busy and making it hard for Lefevre to control. #T3#
Idaho is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Lefevre looking to break Idaho's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Idaho remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Lefevre will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Idaho tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Lefevre controlling the position easily from mount.
Idaho is working to get back to half guard.
Lefevre tries to control but Idaho wriggling away.
Idaho is trying desperately to improve position.
Lefevre can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Idaho is looking to escape. #T4#
Idaho is trying desperately to improve position.
Lefevre wants to take Idaho's back but he can't do it this time.
Idaho gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Idaho looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Idaho actively working from the bottom here.
Idaho is looking for a sweep. Lefevre is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Idaho wants to get back to full guard but Lefevre has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Idaho (0) vs (16) Lefevre
Idaho is working to get back to half guard.
#T5#
Lefevre looking to control but Idaho is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Idaho is trying desperately to improve position.
Idaho tries to improve his position but instead Lefevre has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Idaho (0) vs (19) Lefevre #SUB2#
Idaho preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Lefevre .
Lefevre is hanging on to Idaho's back as he tries to escape.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Lefevre 's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Idaho tries to roll but Lefevre sticks to his back.
Lefevre is looking to control Idaho but Idaho is wriggling around and keeping busy. #T6#
Idaho is trying to break free.
Idaho looking very determined here, making life difficult for Lefevre .
Idaho is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Lefevre .
You can see the frustration on Idaho's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Will Lefevre go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Idaho tries to escape the position.
Lefevre is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #T7#
Idaho is really stuck here.
Lefevre controlling the position well here. Idaho rolled but Lefevre kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#SUB2#
Idaho is looking to escape here. Oh dear - Lefevre has locked on a rear naked choke here! Idaho is tapping out! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Pierre Lefevre ! |
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Event:
SSG 193 Ibrahim vs Gaul
Date: Sep 03, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 1 losses; Duncan Idaho! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Arelvam Sadrano!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Daniel Cesar and Emerson Jorge.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Idaho closes the distance and clinches.#TD2#
Sadrano has hold of one of Idaho's legs. Idaho is fighting the takedown attempt but Sadrano gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Idaho (0) vs (2) Sadrano#SUB2#
Sadrano is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Idaho tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Sadrano wants to pass the guard but Idaho is keeping the position.#SUB#
Idaho escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Sadrano gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Idaho is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Idaho is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Idaho tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Sadrano is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB#
Idaho throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Sadrano escapes and throws Idaho's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Idaho (0) vs (5) Sadrano
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Idaho regains half guard.
Idaho is looking to improve his position.
Sadrano tries to pass to full mount but Idaho defends it.
Sadrano prevents Idaho from improving his position.
Idaho is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Sadrano is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Idaho doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Sadrano.
Idaho makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Idaho.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2##SUB#
Idaho is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Sadrano pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Idaho is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Idaho has an active guard here but Sadrano has managed to pass into half guard.
Idaho definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#SUB2#
Sadrano wants to work for an arm triangle but Idaho is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Idaho is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Sadrano's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Sadrano's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Idaho (4) vs (5) Sadrano
Sadrano looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB#
Idaho is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Sadrano is defending well though. Idaho let's go of the attempt for now.#SUB#
Idaho is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Sadrano has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #T3##SUB#
Idaho working for a choke but Sadrano is defending well. #SUB#
Idaho tightening his grip on Sadrano, looking for the choke. #SUB#
Sadrano defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
#SUB#
Sadrano is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
#SUB#
Sadrano defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Idaho's arms. #T4#
Sadrano is in bad spot here.
#SUB#
Idaho tightening his grip on Sadrano, looking for the choke. #SUB#
Idaho is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Sadrano manages to reverse the position and now he's in Idaho's guard. Nice work there by Sadrano.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Idaho (4) vs (7) Sadrano#SUB#
Idaho looking for subs off his back but Sadrano has passed one foot through into half guard.
#T5#
Idaho is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Sadrano's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Sadrano's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Idaho (8) vs (7) Sadrano
Sadrano breaks Idaho's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Idaho (8) vs (9) Sadrano
Sadrano must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Idaho is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Sadrano is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Idaho has an active guard here but Sadrano has managed to pass into half guard.
#SUB2#
Sadrano is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Idaho defends it well. #SUB2#
Sadrano is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Idaho actively working from the bottom here.#T6##SUB2#
Sadrano is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Idaho looking for submissions off his back.
Idaho moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Idaho is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB#
Idaho had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Sadrano defends it easily.
Sadrano passes into half guard. #T7##SUB2#
Idaho is defending against the submission attempts here by Sadrano.
Idaho wants to sweep but Sadrano has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Idaho (8) vs (12) Sadrano
Idaho tries to bench press Sadrano off him but Sadrano keeps the position. #SUB2#
Sadrano is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Idaho has escaped the position, nice work there.
Idaho manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB2#
Idaho is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Sadrano has latched onto it... Big trouble! Sadrano pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Idaho is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Sadrano!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Arelvam Sadrano!
Arelvam Sadrano thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SSG 183 Sadiq vs Gomes
Date: Aug 06, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 1 losses; Duncan Idaho! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Kane Underbridge!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Gregory Folan and Alec Ball.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Idaho takes the fight into the clinch.
Underbridge is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Idaho gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Underbridge drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Idaho gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Idaho prevents the takedown attempt.
Duncan Idaho has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kane Underbridge.#TD#
Idaho ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Idaho no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Idaho looking to hit a scissor sweep but Underbridge is one step ahead there.
Idaho might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Underbridge is sitting in close to Idaho's body. Idaho has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Underbridge is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Underbridge is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Idaho.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Duncan Idaho! |
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Event:
SSG 176 Chai vs Gerbandi
Date: Jul 23, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Bill Lauren! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Duncan Idaho!
The judges for this bout are Steve Montenegro, Joseph Jones and David Schapiro.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD2#
Idaho manages to pull guard.
Idaho wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Idaho looking for a guillotine here but Lauren defends easily.
Lauren is stalling in the full guard.
Lauren pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Idaho is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Idaho keeping moving, preventing Lauren from controlling successfully.
Idaho manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Lauren manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lauren (0) vs (2) Idaho
Idaho pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lauren is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Idaho passes Lauren's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Idaho wants to free his trapped foot but Lauren is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Lauren gets back to full guard.
Lauren looking to hit a scissor sweep but Idaho is one step ahead there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Idaho stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lauren swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lauren looking for a sweep. Not yet Lauren, not yet. #SUB#
Lauren working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Idaho doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Idaho manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Idaho advances to half guard.
Lauren slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T2#
Idaho pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lauren is keeping the position for now.
Lauren managing to control the position.
Lauren working a defensive guard here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Idaho being controlled here momentarily.
Idaho slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Lauren (0) vs (5) Idaho
Idaho tries to advance to mount but can't. #SUB2#
Idaho looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Idaho looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Lauren is looking to reverse the position.#T3#
Lauren is trying to control Idaho's posture but Idaho avoids it.
Lauren is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Idaho's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB2#
Idaho is working for a submission of some sort.
Idaho tries to pass the half guard into mount. Lauren knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
Lauren is defending against the submission attempts here by Idaho.
Idaho is thwarting Lauren's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Lauren looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4#
Lauren won't allow Idaho to pass to mount.
Lauren trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Idaho is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Lauren has managed to free his arm - good work.
Lauren won't allow Idaho to pass to mount.
Lauren trying to control here.
Lauren moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Idaho pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lauren is keeping the position for now.
Lauren working a defensive guard here.
Idaho pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lauren is keeping the position for now. #T5#
Lauren trying to keep a closed guard but Idaho is proving a slippery customer.
Idaho passes into half guard.
Idaho is looking to advance position but Lauren won't allow it. #SUB2#
Idaho is working for a kimura but Lauren is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Idaho is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Lauren doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Idaho.
Lauren is in trouble now - Idaho has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Lauren (0) vs (8) Idaho#T6##SUB2#
Idaho wants to finish this one by submission but Lauren is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Idaho.
Lauren wants to control but Idaho is having none of it.
Lauren is looking to get to half guard.
Idaho is trying to take his opponent's back.
#SUB2#
Idaho jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Lauren manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Lauren manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Idaho trying to pass the guard but Lauren defending well. #T7#
Lauren is in trouble now - Idaho has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Lauren (0) vs (11) Idaho
Lauren is working to get back to half guard.
Lauren tries to lock up and control but Idaho gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Lauren is desperately trying to improve his position but Idaho has a good base and remains in mount.
Lauren prevents Idaho from taking his back.
Idaho is still trying to improve position.
Lauren is wriggling around trying to escape.
#SUB2#
Lauren defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Idaho. #SUB2#
Idaho goes for an armbar but Lauren turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Lauren. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lauren (2) vs (11) Idaho#T8##SUB2#
Idaho is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Lauren avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Idaho has his foot on Lauren's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lauren works his way back into a safe position though.
Lauren trying to control but Idaho is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Idaho is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Lauren pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Idaho is keeping the position for now. #T9##SUB2#
Idaho looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Lauren works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Lauren wants to pass the guard but Idaho is defending well. #SUB2#
Idaho looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Idaho is looking for a sweep. Lauren is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Well, if Lauren is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Idaho gets full guard.
Lauren trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Idaho is looking for a triangle but Lauren pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Idaho is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lauren is aware though and is defending well.#T10#
Lauren trying to control but Idaho is working from the bottom.
Idaho is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Lauren controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Lauren trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lauren slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Lauren (5) vs (11) Idaho
Idaho sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Lauren works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Lauren (8) vs (11) Idaho
Idaho is desperately trying to improve his position but Lauren has a good base and remains in mount.
Idaho keeps trying to improve his position.#T11#
Idaho regains half guard.
Lauren is keen to just control but Idaho is a slippery customer.
Lauren works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Lauren (11) vs (11) Idaho
Idaho stops Lauren from passing to mount.
Idaho tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Idaho is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T12#
Lauren taking a breather here.
Idaho stops Lauren from passing to mount.
Idaho is looking to reverse the position.
Lauren tries to move to mount but Idaho blocks the move with his legs.
Idaho is looking for a sweep.
Idaho gets back to half guard.
Idaho is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Idaho is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Lauren's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Lauren's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Lauren (11) vs (15) Idaho#T13#
Lauren breaks Idaho's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lauren (13) vs (15) Idaho
Lauren is breathing heavily.#SUB2#
Idaho is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lauren is aware though and is defending well.
Idaho is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB2#
Idaho working for a triangle but Lauren defends it easily.
Lauren is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Lauren pushes down on Idaho's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Lauren passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Lauren (16) vs (15) Idaho
Lauren prevents Idaho from getting the reversal.#T14#
Lauren takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Idaho is squirming around, avoiding Lauren's attempts to control the action.
Idaho prevents Lauren from taking his back.
Lauren controlling the pace for now.
Idaho is looking to get to half guard.
Lauren seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Idaho is holding on tight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Idaho is wriggling around trying to escape.
Lauren fails to move to back control.
Idaho bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lauren (16) vs (17) Idaho
And that's the end of the fight!
Idaho wins on points by 17 to 16. |
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Event:
SSG 168 Goble vs Kersikov
Date: Jul 02, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Duncan Idaho! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Claude Dubberly!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Yves DeLean and Dillan Fox.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Dubberly dives in and scores a takedown into Idaho's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Idaho (0) vs (2) Dubberly
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.
Dubberly passes into half guard.
Idaho is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Idaho works his way to full guard. Good work.
Idaho keeping full guard, as Dubberly tries to pass.
Idaho lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Idaho (2) vs (2) Dubberly
Idaho advances to half guard.
Idaho looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
Idaho is trying to work for a kimura but Dubberly is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dubberly regains full guard. Nicely done.
Idaho stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dubberly swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dubberly seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T1#
Dubberly controls Idaho momentarily but Idaho frees himself.
Idaho stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dubberly swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Idaho advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Idaho (5) vs (2) Dubberly
Idaho passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Dubberly! Score +2 for reaching mount: Idaho (7) vs (2) Dubberly
Idaho pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Idaho moves to back control. Score +3 for taking back: Idaho (10) vs (2) Dubberly#SUB#
Idaho has both hooks in and is working for a choke. Dubberly is in real trouble here. Idaho gets an arm under the chin and tightens the submission attempt... is this the end? Yes, Dubberly is tapping out! Idaho wins by rear naked choke!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Duncan Idaho! |
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Event:
SSG 162 Beat The Man 4
Date: Jun 25, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 1 losses; Lester Green! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Duncan Idaho!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, Phil Schofield and Donald Grub.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Idaho tries to close the distance and clinch but Green swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Green attempts a counter takedown but Idaho avoids it well and moves away.#CL2#
Idaho moves into range and clinches up with Green.
Idaho jumps guard but Green turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Green is trying to pull guard but Idaho has him pressed against the cage.
Green jumps guard but Idaho turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Green tries to pull guard but Idaho won't allow it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lester Green. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Idaho has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Green uses from the top position. #SUB2#
Idaho is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Idaho not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Idaho working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Green doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Green manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Green controlling from the top position. #T1#
Green trying to control but Idaho is working from the bottom.
Green might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Green sitting in guard here, content to control.
Idaho keeping full guard, as Green tries to pass.
Green passes into half guard.
Idaho gets back to full guard.
#T2#
Green advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Green (3) vs (0) Idaho#SUB#
Green looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Green controls the position from side control.
Green wants to control but Idaho is keeping him busy.
Idaho can't do much from the bottom here. #T3#
Green trying to control the action but Idaho is working from the bottom.
Green controls the position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Idaho is not content to let Green control the position.
Idaho can't do much from the bottom here.
Green trying to control the position but Idaho is working away.
Idaho is trying to escape the position but Green is controlling the position. #T4##SUB#
Green goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Idaho has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Green but great work by Idaho. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Green (3) vs (4) Idaho
Idaho looking to control but instead Green has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.#SUB2#
Idaho is working for a submission of some sort.
Green gets full guard.#SUB#
Idaho got a little sloppy there for a moment and Green has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Idaho has managed to get both his arms back between Green's legs - danger averted.
Green keeping moving, preventing Idaho from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Green is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Idaho is aware though and is defending well.#T5#
Idaho trying to control but Green is working from the bottom.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Green holds on and takes a little breather.
Idaho controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Green not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Idaho won't allow Green to sweep him here.
Idaho pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Green is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Idaho preventing the sweep. #T6##SUB#
Green has his foot on Idaho's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Idaho works his way back into a safe position though.
Green has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Idaho has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Green (3) vs (7) Idaho#SUB2#
Idaho looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Green tries to improve position but can't.
Idaho wants to control but Green is keeping him busy.
What's Green going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.
Green regains half guard.#T7#
Idaho wants to lay and pray for a moment but Green keeps working.
Green controlling the position well.
Green trying to control but Idaho postures up.
Green wants to get back to full guard.
Green is in trouble now - Idaho has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Green (3) vs (10) Idaho
Green tries to lock up and control but Idaho gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T8#
Green manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Idaho is trying to control the action in half guard but Green is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Idaho wants to work for an arm triangle but Green is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Green keeping control of the position.
Green gets full guard.
Green is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T9#
Idaho trying to control but Green is working from the bottom.
Green controls Idaho momentarily but Idaho frees himself.
Idaho not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Idaho wants to control from the top but Green keeps moving. #SUB#
Green looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T10#
Green working a defensive guard but Idaho passes into half guard.
Idaho with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Idaho is thwarting Green's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Idaho is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Green doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Idaho.
Idaho is thwarting Green's attempts to control the position.#T11#
Green is pressing down on Idaho's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Green has control of Idaho's left arm, preventing Idaho from doing any damage. #SUB#
Green is looking for a triangle but Idaho pushes his legs off easily.
Idaho is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Green wants to hit a sweep here but Idaho passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Green there! Score +3 for passing guard: Green (3) vs (13) Idaho
Idaho with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
#T12#
Idaho avoids the attempt from Green to control.
Idaho controlling his opponent.
Green is looking to improve his position but Idaho isn't that keen on the idea.
Idaho trying to control but Green is having none of it. #T13#
Green tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Green wants to control but Idaho is having none of it.
Idaho trying to control but Green is having none of it. #T14#
Green is in all sorts of trouble here.
Green wants to control but Idaho is having none of it.
Idaho prevents Green from getting the reversal.
Green regains half guard.
Green tries to roll over but Idaho keeps him under control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Idaho is thwarting Green's attempts to control the position.
Green has his hands clasped together around Idaho's back. He's all about the action.
And that's the end of the fight!
Idaho wins on points by 13 to 3. |
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Event:
SSG 155 Solo vs Kersikov
Date: Jun 11, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 0 losses; Pierre Lefevre ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Duncan Idaho!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Seu Braga and Luis Engracia.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Lefevre shoots in but Idaho avoids the takedown attempt easily.#CL2#
Idaho closes the distance and pushes Lefevre back into the cage.
Lefevre is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Idaho to keep the fight standing.
Idaho tries to pull guard but Lefevre forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Lefevre fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pierre Lefevre . That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Idaho jumps guard and drags Lefevre to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Idaho looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Lefevre controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Lefevre is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Raptors Den MMA that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lefevre passes into half guard.
Lefevre wants to pass to mount but Idaho is defending the position. #T1#
Lefevre stalling.
Idaho trying to hold on to Lefevre 's head to control him but Lefevre postures up.
Idaho is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Lefevre is staying active.
Lefevre frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Lefevre (3) vs (0) Idaho#T2##SUB#
Lefevre goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Idaho is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lefevre (3) vs (2) Idaho
Lefevre looking to hit a scissor sweep but Idaho is one step ahead there.
Lefevre keeping moving, preventing Idaho from controlling successfully. #T3##SUB2#
Idaho drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Lefevre manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Idaho has Lefevre in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lefevre (5) vs (2) Idaho
Idaho can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Lefevre controls the pace.#SUB2#
Idaho looking for subs off his back but Lefevre has passed one foot through into half guard.
Idaho trying to control here.
#T4##SUB#
Lefevre is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Idaho gets full guard.
Lefevre engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T5##SUB2#
Idaho pushes a forearm under Lefevre 's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Lefevre is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Duncan Idaho! |
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Event:
SSG 148 Soderberg vs Berendas
Date: May 21, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Duncan Idaho! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Arelvam Sadrano!
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, Ian Loll and Robert Douchet.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Sadrano dives in for a single leg takedown but Idaho sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#TD2#
Sadrano drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Idaho (0) vs (4) Sadrano
Idaho is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Idaho seems a little lost for a moment, as Sadrano dominates the positioning.
Idaho is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Sadrano looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Idaho prevents Sadrano from moving into mount.
Idaho is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Sadrano off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Idaho (4) vs (4) Sadrano#T1##SUB#
Idaho tightening his grip on Sadrano, looking for the choke. #SUB#
Idaho is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Sadrano knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Sadrano for a finish. #SUB#
Idaho looking for the choke but no joy.
Idaho controlling well, preventing Sadrano from escaping the position.
#T2##SUB#
Idaho is persistently looking for the submission but Sadrano is defending it well.
#SUB#
Idaho looking for the RNC. #SUB#
Idaho looking for the choke from the back.
Sadrano just trying to survive but Idaho is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #T3#
Sadrano is really stuck here.
#SUB#
Idaho has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Sadrano has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Sadrano tries to break free.
Sadrano trying to control but not successfully.
Sadrano really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Idaho. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Sadrano is having to fend off submission attempts from Idaho, who is looking to sink in the choke. Idaho doesn't have the hooks in though and Sadrano manages to reverse position! He's now on top, in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Idaho (4) vs (6) Sadrano#T4##SUB#
Sadrano got a little sloppy there for a moment and Idaho has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Sadrano has managed to get both his arms back between Idaho's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Sadrano avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Idaho had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Sadrano defends it easily.#SUB#
Idaho looking for subs off his back but Sadrano has passed one foot through into half guard.
#SUB#
Idaho looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T5#
Sadrano keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB#
Idaho is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sadrano pulls his head out easily.
Idaho tries to get to full guard but Sadrano has control of the leg.
Sadrano content to control rather than advance.
The fighters are battling for position here. Idaho manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Sadrano slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB#
Idaho is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T6#
Sadrano advances to half guard.
Sadrano is taking a breather. Idaho says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#SUB#
Idaho is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sadrano pulls his head out easily.
Idaho definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Sadrano sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB#
Idaho looking for submissions off his back.#T7##SUB#
Idaho looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Idaho has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Sadrano is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Idaho looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Idaho looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Idaho looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Idaho looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T8#
Sadrano passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Idaho (4) vs (9) Sadrano
Idaho wants to control but Sadrano postures up.
Idaho tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Sadrano has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Idaho! Score +2 for reaching mount: Idaho (4) vs (11) Sadrano
Sadrano prevents Idaho from getting the reversal.
Sadrano content just to control the position here. #T9#
Idaho wants to hold on but Sadrano pushes him away.
Sadrano controlling the pace for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Idaho tries to hold on but Sadrano postures up.
Idaho is in all sorts of trouble here.
Idaho is working hard here to advance position.#T10#
Sadrano takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Idaho wants to control but Sadrano is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sadrano tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Idaho is trying to escape the mount.
Sadrano content just to control the position here.
It looks like Sadrano might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T11#
Idaho tries to hold on but Sadrano pushes him away.
Sadrano sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Idaho regains half guard.
Sadrano controlling the action here.
Idaho is trying to get back to full guard.
Sadrano is controlling the pace.
#T12##SUB#
Idaho looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Idaho is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sadrano pulls his head out easily.
Sadrano stalling.
Idaho trying to control but Sadrano postures up.
Sadrano wants to pass the guard but Idaho is defending well.
Sadrano controlling the action here.#T13#
Idaho wants to control but Sadrano is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Sadrano trying to pass the guard but Idaho defending well.
Sadrano keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Idaho trying to hold on to Sadrano's head to control him but Sadrano postures up.
Idaho is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.#T14#
Idaho has a hand on Sadrano's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Sadrano takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Idaho (4) vs (14) Sadrano
Idaho wants to control but Sadrano is having none of it.
Idaho keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Sadrano avoids the attempt from Idaho to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sadrano controlling from the full mount.
Sadrano avoids the attempt from Idaho to control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sadrano wins on points by 14 to 4.
Arelvam Sadrano seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 24, 2023 |
#R1#
A big right from Sondergaard misses.
Idaho looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Sondergaard misses with a takedown attempt - Idaho sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Sondergaard misses with a takedown attempt - Idaho sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#TD#
Sondergaard 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.
Sondergaard trying to control the position from guard on top but Idaho is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sondergaard will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Sondergaard is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
Idaho has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Sondergaard can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Idaho escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Sondergaard gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Sondergaard wants to pass the guard but Idaho is keeping the position.#T1#
Sondergaard trying to control but Idaho is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Idaho has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Sondergaard can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Idaho looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Idaho looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Sondergaard slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Sondergaard advances position into side control!
Idaho is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Sondergaard's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB2#
Idaho actively working from the bottom here.
Idaho gets full guard.#T2#
Sondergaard slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Idaho actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Idaho looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Sondergaard pushes past his half guard into mount!
Sondergaard takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Idaho can't escape the position.
#SUB#
Idaho defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Sondergaard's arms.
Sondergaard is riding his opponent, not letting Idaho buck him off.
Sondergaard seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Idaho for as long as he can get away with.#SUB#
Sondergaard is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Idaho is defending well though. Sondergaard let's go of the attempt for now.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Idaho trying to control the hands but Sondergaard won't let him. #T3#
Idaho rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Sondergaard in particular looking to stall.#SUB#
Sondergaard seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Idaho looking for submissions off his back.
Sondergaard stalling. #SUB2#
Idaho looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Idaho is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sondergaard pulls his head out easily. #T4#
Sondergaard takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Sondergaard moves nicely into side control.
Idaho struggling a bit here.
Idaho is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Idaho is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sondergaard pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Sondergaard is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Sondergaard is pressing down on Idaho's thigh, looking to free his foot. Idaho is holding on for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Idaho looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Idaho actively working from the bottom here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jakob Sondergaard dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Idaho throws a low kick, looking for Sondergaard's leg but Sondergaard calmly moves out of range.
Idaho throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Idaho throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Jakob Sondergaard seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sondergaard misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Sondergaard backing away here, and Idaho unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Sondergaard shoots for a takedown but Idaho saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Sondergaard shoots in looking for a takedown but Idaho manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Sondergaard's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jakob Sondergaard. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sondergaard fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Idaho only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Sondergaard shoots in looking for a takedown but Idaho manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Sondergaard's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A low kick from Idaho misses #TD#
so Sondergaard counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Sondergaard slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Idaho is looking for a triangle but Sondergaard pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Idaho throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Sondergaard escapes and throws Idaho's legs to the side, diving into side control! #T1#
Idaho is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Sondergaard wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Idaho, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Sondergaard in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Idaho is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Jakob Sondergaard!
Our winner, Jakob Sondergaard, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 10, 2023 |
#R1#
Idaho misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Idaho throws a head kick that misses #TD#
and Kusumo counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Kusumo passes Idaho's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Idaho is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kusumo pulls his head out easily.
Kusumo lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Idaho is trying to control but Kusumo passes into side control!
Idaho wants to control but Kusumo postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Idaho manages to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Idaho actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Idaho has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Kusumo escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Kusumo!
Kusumo working the ground and pound.#T1#
Idaho is trying to strike from the bottom but Kusumo has passed into full mount.
Idaho is trying to escape the mount.
Idaho wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
Kusumo controls the position.#SUB#
Idaho defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Kusumo's arms.
Idaho is trying to break free.
#SUB#
Kusumo working for the choke.
Kusumo lands a shot to the head.
Kusumo controlling the position well here. Idaho rolled but Kusumo kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T2#
Idaho wants to control his opponent's hands but Kusumo gets his hands free.
Kusumo has the hooks in. Idaho is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Kusumo is not going to allow Idaho to sit and survive in this position.
Idaho is in bad spot here.
#SUB#
Idaho preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Kusumo.
Idaho tries to break free.
#SUB#
Kusumo looking for the choke from the back.
Kusumo controlling the position well here. Idaho rolled but Kusumo kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Kusumo is breathing heavily.
Idaho manages to reverse the position and now he's in Kusumo's guard. Nice work there by Idaho.
#T3#
Idaho throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kusumo works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Kusumo knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Idaho on the ground.#SUB#
Kusumo looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Kusumo keeping full guard, as Idaho tries to pass.
Idaho wants to control from the top but Kusumo keeps moving.
Kusumo is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Idaho wants to control from the top but Kusumo keeps moving. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Idaho is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Kusumo is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Kusumo has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR##SUB2#
Idaho pushes a forearm under Kusumo's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Kusumo is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Duncan Idaho! |
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