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Event:
DMMA 383: Abrazos v Redcola
Date: Jan 11, 2025 |
#R1#
A jab from Karacan misses.
Chai misses the shot to the body.
Chai takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Chai misses with a body shot.
Chai throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Chai slips a jab from Karacan.
Chai blocks a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chai throws a jab but it's blocked by Karacan.
Karacan wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Karacan tests Chai's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Good shot there by Chai.#T1#
Karacan staying out of range there.
Karacan is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Chai.
Chai was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Chai misses with a straight left.
Karacan slips under a jab from Chai.
Karacan throws out a counter right but Chai avoids it with no problem.
A looping hook to the body misses from Chai. Karacan does a little dance to reset his feet.
Karacan swings for the body but Chai moves out of range.
Karacan is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Chai.
A little feinted left hand from Chai on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Karacan darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T2#
Karacan lands with a shot to the body.
Karacan connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Chai's hands.
Karacan throws a good cross that connects.
A combination from Chai does no damage.
Karacan throws a body shot but no joy.
It looked like Chai wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Chai looks to score with a jab to the body but Karacan is just out of range.
Chai moves out of range of the strikes.
Chai throws a shot from downtown. Karacan moves away and avoids it.
Chai looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Chai lands a body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chai jabs Karacan right on the nose. Karacan blinks but takes it well.#T3#
Karacan takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Chai throws a body shot but no joy.
As Chai backs off Karacan throws a huge counter combo but Chai manages to avoid it all.
Chai takes a jab right on the kisser.
Chai throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Chai tries to move into range but Karacan moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Karacan uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Chai throws out a loose jab but Karacan uses good head movement to avoid it.
Karacan lands a nice shot that snaps Chai's head back.
Karacan is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Chai had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Chai misses with a looping right.
A swing and a miss from Karacan.
An attempted straight right counter from Chai misses the target.#T4#
Chai takes a swing at Karacan's ribcage but misses.
A countering left hand to the body from Karacan misses.
Chai looks to score with a jab to the body but Karacan is just out of range.
Chai tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Karacan was well out of range. Poor timing from Chai.
Karacan getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Karacan lands with an uppercut that bounces Chai off the cage and back into range.#TD#
Chai drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Karacan is looking for a sweep.
Chai passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Karacan!
Karacan is looking to get to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Enver Karacan will probably get the nod.
That's time! Chai's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Chai moves out of range of the strikes.
Good standup being displayed there by Karacan as he connects with a hook.
Karacan slips a jab from Chai.
Chai misses with a lunging right hand
and Karacan counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Chai swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Karacan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Karacan connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chai throws a big shot that misses.
Karacan connects with a good right hand that stumbles Chai. Chai circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Chai throws a right hand that misses
and Karacan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
Chai moves out of range as Karacan strikes.
Chai was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Karacan might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Karacan scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Chai doesn't seem bothered though.
Chai throws a lazy right hand but Karacan sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Chai with a nice cross.
Chai avoids the body shot from Karacan.
Chai was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Enver Karacan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Karacan throws an overhand right that lands on Chai's shoulder, as Chai tries to avoid the shot.
Chai swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Karacan misses with an uppercut. Chai saw that one coming.
Karacan misses with an uppercut. #T2#
A telegraphed right hand from Karacan misses the target.
Chai on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Chai has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Chai there as he acknowledges the shot.
Chai takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Karacan has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Chai rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Karacan counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Chai throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
#CUT#It looks like Enver Karacan has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Chai takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Karacan ducks under a wild hook from Chai.
Karacan throws a hook but Chai avoids it easily.
Jab from Karacan.#T3#
Karacan connects with a body shot.
Chai takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Chai connects with a single shot there.
Karacan looks to score with a jab to the body but Chai is just out of range.
Enver Karacan seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A looping hook to the body misses from Karacan. Chai does a little dance to reset his feet.
Chai loads up on a big right hand but Karacan slips the punch.
Chai throws a looping overhand right but Karacan ducks down to avoid it.
A left lands for Karacan.
Chai swings for the body but Karacan moves out of range.
#T4#
Karacan misses with a body shot.
Chai was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Karacan cracks Chai with an open hand slap.
Karacan looks to land a left hand but Chai moved out of range nicely.
Chai avoids the body shot from Karacan.
Chai misses with a wild body shot.
Karacan lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Chai keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Chai misses with a body shot.
Karacan avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Enver Karacan showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Enver Karacan's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Chai misses with a straight right.
Karacan takes a swing at Chai's ribcage but misses.
A swing and a miss from Karacan.
Chai was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Karacan lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Karacan has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Chai drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Karacan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Karacan looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Karacan blocks a jab.
Karacan swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chai avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Chai swings widly with a right hand
and Chai takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Chai looks to land a left hand but Karacan moved out of range nicely.
Karacan throws out a counter right but Chai avoids it with no problem.#T1#
Karacan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Chai was well out of range. Poor timing from Karacan.
Chai takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Chai jabs at Karacan's body.
Karacan cracks a nice hook into Chai's ribs.
Karacan lunges at Chai with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Chai's hand.
Karacan takes a swing at Chai's ribcage but misses.
A shot to the body from Karacan misses
and Chai counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Karacan uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Chai.
Karacan lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#T2#
Chai swinging wildly here.
Chai takes one on the chin but seems OK.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Karacan swings for the body but Chai moves out of range.
Chai throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Chai drops his hands momentarily and Karacan takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Chai takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Karacan just misses with a punch to the body.
As Karacan looks to move away, Chai throws a big counter combo but Karacan just gets out of the way.#T3#
Chai thows a left - swing and a miss!
Karacan avoids the body shot from Chai.
A nice side step and Karacan releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Karacan avoids the body shot from Chai.
Karacan scores with a decent looking hook.
Chai looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Karacan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Karacan now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Chai misses with a hook. Karacan ducked under it nicely.
Karacan connects with a body shot.
Sloppy strikes from Karacan. Those never looked like landing.
Chai tries to counter by clinching up but Karacan breaks away and moves out of range.
Good standup being displayed there by Karacan as he connects with a hook.#T4#
Chai throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Karacan sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Chai throws a jab but it's blocked by Karacan.
Karacan throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Karacan scores with a hook to the body. Chai takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Chai defending well as Karacan loads up on a big left hand.
Chai throwing a counter right hand but Karacan manages to avoid it.
Karacan's corner calls for a 1-2. Karacan obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Chai missing with a left hand there. Karacan was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #TD#
Chai feints and as Karacan raises his hands in defense, Chai changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
T Mustana Chai has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Chai throws a big right hand that misses.
And that's the end of the fight!
Enver Karacan comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Karacan winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Enver Karacan!
After winning the bout, Enver Karacan thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
UCF 93: Santoro v Chai
Date: Dec 14, 2024 |
#R1#
Chai fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Santoro on the side of the head.
Chai dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
We've been told by Santoro's head coaches at Convicted Fight Club that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Chai getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
T Mustana Chai seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Santoro uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Chai.
Chai throws a poor cross that misses
and Chai takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#It looks like T Mustana Chai has been cut.
Chai misses with a lunging right hand
#KD#
and Santoro counters with a crisp right hand that drops Chai! Santoro lets Chai back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Chai looks to land a right hand but Santoro moved out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Santoro on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Santoro takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Chai throws an off balance right hand
and Santoro counters with a nice body kick.
#T1#
Chai missing with a left hand there. Santoro was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Santoro throws a quick counter head kick but Chai was just out of range.
Chai throws a shot from downtown. Santoro moves away and avoids it.
As Chai looks to move away, Santoro throws a big counter combo but Chai just gets out of the way.
Chai listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Chai misses with a lunging right hand
and Santoro counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Chai swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Santoro counters with a left to the body.
Chai throws a lazy uppercut
and Santoro counters with a nice body kick.
Chai looks winded!
Santoro misses with a hook
and Chai counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T2#
Chai misses with a lunging right hand
and Santoro counters with a good low kick that Chai was not able to check.
Chai throws an off balance right hand
#KD#
and Santoro counters with a nice right hand that sends Chai toppling to the canvas! Chai scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Santoro finish him?!#ROC#Chai is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A nice leg kick from Santoro, right into the meat of the thigh.
Chai misses with a wild body shot.
Santoro seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Chai swings for the body but Santoro moves out of range.
Chai throws a poor cross that misses
and Santoro counters with a crisp right that sends Chai to the canvas! Santoro follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tommy Santoro!
Tommy Santoro retains his middleweight title!
An out of breath Tommy Santoro 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 19, 2024 |
#R1#
Benson shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Chai sprawls well. Chai wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Benson gets slowly back to his feet.
Benson looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Chai connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Chai moves in close and cracks Benson with a massive right hand! Benson, frozen momentarily in time, tumbles to the canvas, already out cold! A brutal knockout by Chai!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). T Mustana Chai!
During a confident post fight interview, T Mustana Chai thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SSG 368 Gabenagus vs Chai
Date: Nov 10, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 7 losses; Mecilvus Gabenagus! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 11 losses; T Mustana Chai!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Matheus Silva and Edson Gomes.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Chai drives through and clinches with Gabenagus against the cage.
#TD#
Gabenagus is trying to trip Chai. He has hold of a leg but Chai is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Gabenagus persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gabenagus (2) vs (0) Chai
Chai being controlled here, momentarily.
Chai is pulling down on Gabenagus's head. It's preventing any offense from Gabenagus, at least for the moment.
Gabenagus controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Chai trying to control the position.
Gabenagus controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Gabenagus trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gabenagus stays in close to Chai's body and controls the position.
Gabenagus tries to free his leg and advance position but Chai is retaining full guard. #T1#
Chai looking for a sweep. Not yet Chai, not yet.
Gabenagus slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Chai holds on and takes a little breather.
Chai is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Gabenagus pushing down on Chai's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chai wants to improve his position but Gabenagus is controlling well.
Gabenagus controlling the pace.
Gabenagus tries to pass the half guard into mount. Chai knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T2#
Gabenagus stalling.
Chai tries to roll over but Gabenagus keeps him under control.
Gabenagus wants to take a breather but Chai is having none of it.
Chai tries to roll over but Gabenagus keeps him under control.
Gabenagus is stalling here. Chai is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Gabenagus seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Chai has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Gabenagus (2) vs (4) Chai
The referee asks Chai politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Chai prefers to stall for the moment though.
You can see the frustration on Gabenagus's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Gabenagus trying his best to control but Chai has mounted him. Score +2 for reaching mount: Gabenagus (2) vs (6) Chai
Gabenagus wants to control but Chai is having none of it.#T3#
Gabenagus is trying desperately to improve position.
Chai controlling the pace for now.
Gabenagus is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Gabenagus is wriggling around trying to escape.
Gabenagus has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Chai's lack of action.
Chai takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Gabenagus gets back to full guard.
Gabenagus 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#
Gabenagus looking for a guillotine here but Chai defends easily.
#SUB#
Gabenagus has his foot on Chai's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Chai works his way back into a safe position though.#T4#
Chai trying to control but Gabenagus is working from the bottom.
Chai trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Chai trying to control but Gabenagus is working from the bottom.
Chai is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Chai pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gabenagus is keeping the position for now.
Gabenagus looking for a sweep. Not yet Gabenagus, not yet.
Chai pushing down on Gabenagus's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Gabenagus trying to control here.
Chai content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T5#
Chai is trying to control the action in half guard but Gabenagus is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Gabenagus trying to hold on to Chai's head to control him but Chai postures up.
Gabenagus is trying to get back to full guard.
Well, if Chai 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.
Chai trying to control from half guard but Gabenagus is working away.
Gabenagus wants to control but Chai is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T6#
Chai is pressing down on Gabenagus's thigh, looking to free his foot. Gabenagus is holding on for now.
Gabenagus is holding on to half guard well.
Chai is thwarting Gabenagus's attempts to control the position.
Chai wants to pass the guard but Gabenagus is defending well.
Chai wants to take a breather but Gabenagus is having none of it.
Chai wants to free his trapped foot but Gabenagus is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Gabenagus wants to control but Chai is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T7#
Gabenagus is trying to get back to full guard.
Gabenagus keeping control of the position.
Chai wants to control but Gabenagus is keeping him busy.
Gabenagus is looking for a sweep. Chai is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gabenagus holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Chai seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Gabenagus trying to control but Chai postures up.
Chai tries to pass to full mount but Gabenagus defends it. #T8##SUB2#
Chai is looking for a kimura here.
Chai is trying to control. Gabenagus wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Gabenagus trying to control from the bottom.
Chai is pressing down on Gabenagus's thigh, looking to free his foot. Gabenagus is holding on for now.
Gabenagus is trying to get back to full guard.
Gabenagus is looking to control Chai's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Gabenagus avoid being mounted?
Gabenagus is pressing down on Chai's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Gabenagus looking to control.
#T9#
Chai stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gabenagus swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gabenagus tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Gabenagus keeping full guard, as Chai tries to pass.
Chai trying to control the position from guard on top but Gabenagus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Gabenagus has his foot on Chai's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Chai works his way back into a safe position though.
Gabenagus wants to sweep here but Chai controlling him for the moment.
Gabenagus wants to improve his position but instead Chai has moved into half guard.
Gabenagus wants to control but Chai is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Gabenagus is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Gabenagus is refusing to be controlled, as Chai sits in half guard. #T10#
Gabenagus wants to improve his position but Chai is controlling well.
Chai is stalling here. Gabenagus is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Chai seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Gabenagus has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Gabenagus (6) vs (6) Chai
Chai prevents Gabenagus from moving into mount.
Chai struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Gabenagus is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Chai knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Gabenagus 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 Chai's shoulder. That is not cool.
You can see the frustration on Chai's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T11#
Chai is looking for a sweep.
Gabenagus is staying tight to Chai's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Chai is not content to let Gabenagus control the position.
A lull in the action here as Gabenagus stalls from top position.
Chai tries to improve position but can't. #T12#
Gabenagus is trying to move to mount but Chai reverses beautifully and ends up in Gabenagus's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gabenagus (6) vs (8) Chai
Chai wants to pass the guard but Gabenagus is keeping the position.
Chai trying to control the position from guard on top but Gabenagus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Gabenagus working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Chai doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Chai manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Chai content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
Gabenagus is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Chai defends well.
Chai slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Gabenagus (6) vs (11) Chai#T13#
Gabenagus is looking for a sweep.
Chai advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Gabenagus (6) vs (13) Chai
Chai trying to control but Gabenagus is having none of it.
Gabenagus is controlling an arm, preventing Chai from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Chai wants to control the pace but Gabenagus is squirming around nicely.
Gabenagus is looking to improve his position but Chai isn't that keen on the idea.
Gabenagus 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.#T14#
Gabenagus wants to sweep but Chai has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Gabenagus (6) vs (16) Chai
Chai working away.
Chai wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gabenagus keeps working.
Gabenagus is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Chai working away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Chai controls the position.
Gabenagus is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Gabenagus is trying to control Chai's posture but Chai avoids it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Chai wins on points by 16 to 6.
After winning the bout, T Mustana Chai thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
SSG 364 Solo vs Feet
Date: Oct 27, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 11 losses; T Mustana Chai! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 12 losses; Niles Standish!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Mauricio Rocha and Seu Braga.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Standish rushes Chai and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Standish prevents the takedown attempt.
Standish has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Chai after a bit of a struggle.
Chai looking for a takedown.
Standish drops down looking for an ankle pick but Chai pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL2#
Standish gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Standish goes for a takedown attempt but Chai pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
T Mustana Chai has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Niles Standish.#CL#
Chai pushes Standish up against the cage in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Chai tightens his grip and picks Standish up, before dumping him to the ground. Standish manages to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Chai (2) vs (0) Standish
Chai tries to free his leg and advance position but Standish is retaining full guard.
Chai content to stall in guard here.
Chai pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Standish is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Standish is pulling down on Chai's head. It's preventing any offense from Chai, at least for the moment.
Chai content to stall in guard here.
Standish not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Chai being controlled here momentarily.
Our spies down at at Globo Gym (5000) inform us that Standish has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Chai content to stall in guard here. #T2#
Chai looking to pass the guard.
Chai wants to control from the top but Standish keeps moving.
Chai is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T3#
Standish pulls Chai in close to prevent any damage.
Chai slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Standish keeping moving, preventing Chai from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Standish pulls Chai in close to his closed guard and prevents Chai from doing any damage or advancing position.
Chai slips nicely into half guard.
Standish is trying to get back to full guard.#T4#
Chai performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Standish is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Standish is not content to let Chai control the position.
Chai is looking to advance position but Standish won't allow it.
Chai passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (5) vs (0) Standish#T5#
Chai controlling his opponent.
Standish tries to lock up and control but Chai gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Standish can't escape the position.
Chai wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Chai content just to control the position here.
Chai mounts Standish! Really nice guard pass there! #T6#
Chai wants to take Standish's back but he can't do it this time.
Chai looking to control and managing it successfully.
Chai has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Chai looking to control but Standish is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Standish 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.
Chai is trying to control the action in half guard but Standish is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Chai is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Chai tries to free his leg and advance position but Standish is retaining full guard. #T7#
Chai wants to control from the top but Standish keeps moving.
Standish has control of Chai's left arm, preventing Chai from doing any damage.
Standish keeping moving, preventing Chai from controlling successfully.
Chai looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T8#
Chai preventing the sweep.
Chai trying to control the position from guard on top but Standish is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chai looking to pass the guard.
Chai sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Standish seems keen to control Chai's posture.#T9#
Chai trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Chai wants to control from the top but Standish keeps moving.
Chai looking to pass the guard.
Standish looking to control.
Standish wants to sweep here but Chai controlling him for the moment.
Standish is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Standish is trying to keep Chai in close.
#T10#
Chai trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Chai wants to control from the top but Standish keeps moving.
Standish wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chai looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Chai advances to half guard.
Chai wants to pass to mount but Standish is defending the position. #T11#
Standish is positioning himself well to prevent Chai advancing to mount.
Chai tries to pass the half guard into mount. Standish knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Chai is keen to just control but Standish is a slippery customer.
Standish trying to control here.
Standish is not content to let Chai control the position.
Chai prevents Standish from improving his position.
Still in half guard, Chai seems content to control.#T12#
Chai prevents Standish from improving his position.
Standish trying to control from the bottom.
Standish wants to improve his position but Chai is controlling well.
#T13#
Chai seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Chai's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Standish is refusing to be controlled, as Chai sits in half guard.
Chai is looking to stall here but Standish recovers full guard.
Chai slips nicely into half guard.
Chai is trying to control. Standish wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T14#
Chai passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (8) vs (0) Standish
Chai looking to control and managing it successfully.
Standish working to try and regain half guard.
Chai tries to control but Standish wriggling away.
Chai fails to take his opponent's back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Standish tries to lock up and control but Chai gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Standish is working to get back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Chai takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
T Mustana Chai thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SSG 362 Hlervu vs Barnett
Date: Oct 20, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 11 losses; T Mustana Chai! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 12 losses; Cole Hunt!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Mauricio Rocha and Emerson Jorge.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
No luck for Hunt with that takedown attempt.
Chai keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#CL#
Chai has closed the distance and engaged Hunt in a clinch.
Chai has Hunt pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Hunt manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #TD#
Chai is trying to trip Hunt. He has hold of a leg but Hunt is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Chai persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Chai (2) vs (0) Hunt
Hunt can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Chai controls the pace.
Hunt looking to control.
Chai sitting in guard here, content to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Chai avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Hunt pulls Chai in close to prevent any damage.
Chai has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T1#
Chai 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.
Hunt is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chai (2) vs (2) Hunt#SUB2#
Hunt is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Chai defends it well.
Chai trying to control here.
Chai wants to improve his position but Hunt is controlling well.
Chai is concentrating on defense, preventing Hunt from advancing position. #T2#
Chai is looking to improve his position.
Chai moves into full guard.
Hunt showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Hunt trying to control the position from guard on top but Chai is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chai will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Chai is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T3#
Hunt wants to control from the top but Chai keeps moving.
Chai seems keen to control Hunt's posture.
Chai looking to control.
Hunt is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Chai has control of Hunt's left arm, preventing Hunt from doing any damage.
Chai keeping moving, preventing Hunt from controlling successfully.
Hunt stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Chai swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
Chai keeping moving, preventing Hunt from controlling successfully.
Hunt stays in close to Chai's body and controls the position.
Hunt postures up.
#SUB2#
Hunt 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.
Chai keeping full guard, as Hunt tries to pass.
Chai is controlling Hunt's posture.
Chai tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T5#
Chai is trying to control the position but Hunt postures up.
Chai has his hands on Hunt's head, controlling the position.
Chai manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hunt manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chai (4) vs (2) Hunt
Hunt keeping moving, preventing Chai from controlling successfully.
Chai tries to free his leg and advance position but Hunt is retaining full guard.
Hunt looking to control.
#SUB2#
Hunt is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Chai is aware though and is defending well.
Chai looking to pass the guard.
Hunt managing to control the position. #T6#
Hunt working a defensive guard here.
Chai 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.
Chai stopping the sweep attempt from Hunt.
Chai engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Hunt looking to hit a scissor sweep but Chai is one step ahead there.
Hunt managing to control the position. #T7#
Chai content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Hunt is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Chai defends well.
Hunt controls Chai momentarily but Chai frees himself.
Chai stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hunt swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Hunt working for a triangle but Chai defends it easily.
#T8#
Chai is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Hunt holds on and takes a little breather.
Chai works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Hunt is refusing to be controlled, as Chai sits in half guard.
Chai content to control rather than advance. #T9##SUB#
Chai seems to be working for a kimura but Hunt defends the submission attempt.
Hunt has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Chai is working away from the top position though.
Chai trying to control the action but Hunt is working from the bottom.
Hunt is looking for a sweep. Chai is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Chai trying to control the pace.
Hunt trying to control but Chai postures up.
#T10#
Hunt wants to improve his position but Chai is controlling well.
Chai is looking to advance position but Hunt won't allow it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Chai is trying to control. Hunt wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hunt is looking for a sweep. Chai is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Chai moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (7) vs (2) Hunt
Hunt is trying to get back to half guard.
Chai trying to control the action but Hunt is working from the bottom. #T11#
Chai moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Chai (9) vs (2) Hunt
Chai controlling from the full mount.
Hunt sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Chai looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Chai moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (12) vs (2) Hunt#T12#
Chai 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 Hunt's shoulder. That is not cool.
Chai tries to move into full mount but can't pass Hunt's legs.
Chai is working hard here to advance position.
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.
Hunt is looking to reverse the position.
Chai trying to control the action but Hunt is working from the bottom. #T13#
Hunt is trying to improve his position.
Chai wants to control but Hunt is keeping him busy.
Chai tries to advance to mount but Hunt denies him.
Hunt is looking for a sweep.
Hunt manages to work his way to half guard, despite Chai's best efforts.
Chai stalling.
Hunt is looking to control Chai's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hunt avoid being mounted?#T14#
Chai controlling the action here.
Hunt is trying to get back to full guard.
Hunt is positioning himself well to prevent Chai advancing to mount.
Hunt tries to get to full guard but Chai has control of the leg.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Chai takes the fight on points by 12 to 2.
A very excited looking T Mustana Chai made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
SSG 357 Chai vs Gracias
Date: Oct 06, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 11 losses; T Mustana Chai! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 16 losses; Robert Cap!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Mauricio Rocha and Leandro Rodrigues.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Cap takes the fight into the clinch. #TD#
Chai has clasped his hands together around Cap's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Chai (4) vs (0) Cap
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Cap prevents Chai from moving into mount.
Chai tries to advance position but instead Cap slips a leg back in to half guard.
Cap is holding on to half guard well.
Chai keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cap is controlling Chai's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Cap is trying to get back to full guard.#T1#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Chai controlling the action here.
Cap is trying to control but can't.
Chai looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Chai controlling the pace. #T2#
Cap has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Chai is working away from the top position though.
Chai wants to pass the guard but Cap is defending well.
Chai not doing much here.
#SUB#
Chai is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Cap doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Chai.
Chai with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T3#
Cap is looking for a sweep. Chai is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Still in half guard, Chai seems content to control.#SUB#
Chai is working for a kimura but Cap is defending it quite comfortably.
Chai seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Cap does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Chai controlling the action here.#T4#
Cap is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Chai controlling the pace.
Cap is trying to get back to full guard.
Cap gets full guard.
Cap looking for a sweep. Not yet Cap, not yet.
Chai sitting in guard here, content to control.
Cap is trying to keep Chai in close.
Cap keeping full guard, as Chai tries to pass.
Cap is trying to control the position but Chai postures up. #T5#
Cap looking for a sweep. Not yet Cap, not yet.
Cap not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Chai 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.
Cap wants to sweep here but Chai controlling him for the moment.
Chai sitting in guard here, content to control.
Cap 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.
Cap trying to control the position here.
Chai advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (7) vs (0) Cap
Cap is not content to let Chai control the position. #T6##SUB#
Chai is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Cap is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Cap is looking to reverse the position.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#SUB#
Chai is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Cap knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Cap is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
A lull in the action here.#T7#
Cap tries to improve position but can't.
What's Cap going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.
Chai tries to move to mount but Cap blocks the move with his legs.
Cap wants to control but Chai postures up.
Cap trying to remain calm as Chai controls from the top position.
Cap is trying to get back to half guard.
Chai controls the position.
Cap is not content to let Chai control the position. #T8#
Cap is trying to escape the position but Chai is controlling the position.
Cap struggling a bit here.
Cap gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Chai wants to take a breather but Cap is having none of it.
Cap trying to hold on to Chai's head to control him but Chai postures up.
Cap makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Cap.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Cap holds on and takes a little breather.
Chai tries to free his leg and advance position but Cap is retaining full guard. #T9#
Chai sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Cap tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Chai works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Cap wants to get back to full guard.
Chai controlling the action here.
Chai trying to pass the guard but Cap defending well.
Chai passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (10) vs (0) Cap
Cap is trying to escape the mount.
#T10#
Chai fails to advance to Cap's back. #SUB#
Chai is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Cap is surviving well by controlling Chai's body position as best he can.
Cap really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Chai looking to control and managing it successfully.
Cap wants to control but Chai is having none of it.
Chai takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Cap is desperately trying to improve his position but Chai has a good base and remains in mount.#T11#
Chai wants to control the pace but Cap is squirming around nicely.
Cap gets back to half guard.
Chai sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Chai prevents Cap from improving his position.
Cap has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Chai is working away from the top position though.
Chai passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (13) vs (0) Cap
Cap is trying to escape the position but Chai is controlling the position. #T12#
Cap tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Chai wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Cap seems a little lost for a moment, as Chai dominates the positioning.
Chai passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Cap! Score +2 for reaching mount: Chai (15) vs (0) Cap
Chai tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Cap keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Chai tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Cap is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Chai has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Cap is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Chai has taken his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Chai (18) vs (0) Cap#T13#
Cap tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Chai takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Cap is looking to get to half guard.
Chai controlling the position easily from mount.
Chai seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Cap is holding on tight.
#T14#
Chai can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Cap is looking to escape.
Cap is trying desperately to improve position.
Chai controlling from the full mount.
Cap is in all sorts of trouble here.
Chai controlling his opponent.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Chai takes the fight on points by 18 to 0.
After winning the bout, T Mustana Chai thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
SSG 354 Chai vs Macker
Date: Sep 22, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 11 losses; T Mustana Chai! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 6 losses; Korben Dallas!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Robert Twigg and Tiny Johnson.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Chai closes the distance and pushes Dallas back into the cage.
Dallas is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Chai pulls him back up using the underhooks. #TD#
Chai has Dallas pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Chai pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Dallas tumbling to the mat - Chai dives into Dallas's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Chai (2) vs (0) Dallas
Chai wants to pass the guard but Dallas is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Dallas has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Chai can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Chai's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2#
Dallas looking for subs off his back but Chai has passed one foot through into half guard.
Chai controlling the action here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dallas tries to roll over but Chai keeps him under control.#T1#
Chai is pressing down on Dallas's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dallas is holding on for now.
Chai with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Dallas is staying active underneath Chai, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Dallas trying to control but Chai postures up.
Dallas is staying active underneath Chai, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T2#
Chai is really struggling to control Dallas but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Chai keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Chai wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dallas keeps working.
Chai is controlling the pace.
The fighters are battling for position here. Dallas manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Chai content to stall in guard here. #T3#
Chai trying to control but Dallas is working from the bottom.
Dallas seems keen to control Chai's posture.
Chai wants to control from the top but Dallas keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dallas working a defensive guard here.
Chai trying to control but Dallas is working from the bottom.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dallas is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chai (2) vs (2) Dallas
Chai trying to control the position.
#T4#
Dallas trying to control but Chai is working from the bottom.
Chai is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Dallas being controlled here momentarily.
Chai is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Dallas trying to control but Chai is working from the bottom.
Chai controls Dallas momentarily but Dallas frees himself. #T5#
Dallas is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
Chai looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Chai trying to control the position.
Dallas pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Chai is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Chai has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dallas can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Dallas is pushing down on Chai's leg trying to pass to half guard. Chai is fighting to maintain full guard but Dallas has managed to sneak the leg through.
Chai gets back to full guard.
#T6#
Chai is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Chai wants to sweep but no luck.
Dallas trying to control but Chai is working from the bottom.
My spies in Bowsh Gym inform me that Dallas has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Dallas might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Chai haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Dallas won't allow Chai to sweep him here.
Dallas tries to free his leg and advance position but Chai is retaining full guard.
Dallas wants to control from the top but Chai keeps moving.
Dallas stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Chai swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T7#
Chai is trying to keep Dallas in close.
Dallas stands and throws Chai's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (2) vs (5) Dallas
Dallas tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Dallas working away.
Dallas tries to advance to mount but Chai denies him.
Dallas wants to lay and pray for a moment but Chai keeps working. #SUB2#
Dallas is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Chai knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
You can see the frustration on Chai's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T8#
Dallas wants to control but Chai is keeping him busy.
Chai is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Dallas thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Chai sneaks back into half guard.
Chai preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Chai is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Dallas's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Dallas's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Chai (6) vs (5) Dallas#T9##SUB#
Dallas is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
#SUB#
Dallas defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Chai's arms.
Chai controls the position.
Dallas trying to control but not successfully. #SUB#
Chai is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
#T10#
Dallas trying to control but not successfully.
Dallas is keeping busy.
Dallas looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
I would not like to be Dallas right now.
#T11#
Dallas is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Dallas is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Chai controlling from the back.
Chai has the hooks in. Dallas is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Chai is trying to control but Dallas is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
Chai is looking to work his way around to Dallas's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Dallas manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Chai is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Dallas moves into full guard.
#T12#
Chai pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dallas is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Dallas has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Chai can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Dallas keeping moving, preventing Chai from controlling successfully.
Chai stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dallas swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Dallas looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Chai has picked Dallas up and slammed him! Dallas can't keep hold of the triangle and Chai manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (9) vs (5) Dallas
Dallas is trying to escape the position but Chai is controlling the position. #T13#
Chai working away.
Dallas is not content to let Chai control the position.
You can see the frustration on Dallas's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Dallas trying to remain calm as Chai controls from the top position.
Dallas is trying to get back to half guard.
You can see the frustration on Dallas's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Dallas tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Chai is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T14#
Dallas is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Dallas is not content to let Chai control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dallas manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chai (9) vs (7) Dallas
And that's the end of the fight!
Chai takes the fight on points by 9 to 7.
After winning the bout, T Mustana Chai thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
SSG 348 Gabenagus vs Silalahi
Date: Sep 01, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 17 losses; Quinn Barnett! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 10 losses; T Mustana Chai!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Gwen Towbar and Wesley Smith.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Chai takes the fight into the clinch.
Barnett tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Chai just stands there and leans against the cage.#TD2#
Chai lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Barnett (0) vs (2) Chai
Chai with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Barnett is looking to improve his position.
Chai takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Chai's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Barnett trying to control but Chai postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Still in half guard, Chai seems content to control.
Barnett is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Chai's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Chai's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Barnett (4) vs (2) Chai
Barnett is riding his opponent, not letting Chai buck him off. #T1##SUB#
Barnett looking for the choke from the back.
Chai felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#SUB#
Chai preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Barnett. #SUB#
Barnett is persistently looking for the submission but Chai is defending it well.
#SUB#
Barnett tightening his grip on Chai, looking for the choke. #SUB#
Barnett is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Barnett trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Chai doesn't escape.
Barnett gets his hands free as Chai looks to control. #T2#
Chai rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Chai wants to improve his position but Barnett is controlling well.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Barnett in particular looking to stall.
Chai is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.#SUB#
Barnett wants to work for an arm triangle but Chai is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Chai trying to control from the bottom.
Barnett wants to control but Chai is keeping him busy.
Chai tries to roll over but Barnett keeps him under control.#T3#
Chai is refusing to be controlled, as Barnett sits in half guard. #SUB#
Barnett 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.
Chai trying to control but Barnett postures up.
#SUB#
Barnett is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Chai doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Barnett.
Barnett is taking a breather. Chai 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.#T4#
Chai tries to get to full guard but Barnett has control of the leg.
Barnett passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Barnett (7) vs (2) Chai
Barnett prevents Chai from getting the reversal.#SUB#
Barnett looking for a guillotine from mount but Chai is having none of it.
Chai slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Barnett is keen to just control but Chai is a slippery customer.
Chai is looking to control Barnett's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Chai avoid being mounted?
Chai is looking for a sweep. Barnett is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T5#
Barnett stalling away here and it's allowed Chai to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Chai keeping moving, preventing Barnett from controlling successfully.
Chai is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Chai seems keen to control Barnett's posture.#T6#
Barnett trying to control the position from guard on top but Chai is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Barnett is pushing down on Chai's leg trying to pass to half guard. Chai is fighting to maintain full guard but Barnett has managed to sneak the leg through.
Chai moves into full guard.
Barnett postures up.
Chai wants to sweep but no luck.
Chai trying to control the position.
#SUB2#
Chai looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Chai trying to control the position.
Chai keeping full guard, as Barnett tries to pass. #T7#
Barnett trying to control the position from guard on top but Chai is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chai is trying to keep Barnett in close.
Barnett trying to control but Chai is working from the bottom.
Chai looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Barnett trying to control but Chai is working from the bottom.
Chai trying to control the position here.
Barnett wants to control from the top but Chai keeps moving. #T8#
Barnett pushing down on Chai's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Chai trying to hold on to Barnett's head to control him but Barnett postures up.
Barnett wants to control but Chai is keeping him busy.
Chai has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Barnett is working away from the top position though.
Barnett is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chai is looking to control Barnett's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Chai avoid being mounted?
Chai is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Barnett is staying active.#T9##SUB#
Barnett is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Chai sees it coming and defends easily.
Chai is trying to control but can't.
Chai gets back to full guard.
#SUB2#
Chai is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Barnett is aware though and is defending well.
Chai bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Barnett's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Barnett (7) vs (4) Chai
Chai trying to control the position from guard on top but Barnett is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chai tries to free his leg and advance position but Barnett is retaining full guard.
Barnett not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Chai trying to control but Barnett is working from the bottom.
Chai sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T10#
Chai trying to control but Barnett is working from the bottom.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Barnett is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Barnett (9) vs (4) Chai
Chai is trying to control the position but Barnett postures up.
Chai is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Barnett trying to control the position from guard on top but Chai is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Barnett pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Chai is keeping the position for now. #T11#
Chai not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Chai wants to sweep here but Barnett controlling him for the moment.
Chai trying to control the position here.
Chai wants to sweep here but Barnett controlling him for the moment.
Chai pulls Barnett in close to prevent any damage.
Barnett won't allow Chai to sweep him here. #T12#
Barnett is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Barnett trying to control the position from guard on top but Chai is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Barnett stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Chai swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Chai working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Barnett doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Barnett manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Chai holds on and takes a little breather. #T13#
Barnett sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Chai's guard.
Chai wants to control but Barnett is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Chai preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Barnett is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Chai tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Barnett tries to free his leg and advance position but Chai is retaining full guard.
Barnett's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T14#
Chai trying to keep a closed guard but Barnett is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB#
Barnett drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Chai manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Barnett has Chai in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Barnett (9) vs (6) Chai
Chai is stalling in the full guard.
Barnett keeping moving, preventing Chai from controlling successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Barnett looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Barnett managing to control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Barnett takes the fight on points by 9 to 6.
After winning the bout, Quinn Barnett thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
SSG 343 Gabenagus vs Gerbandi
Date: Aug 18, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 9 losses; T Mustana Chai! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 24 losses; Denubis Majere!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Felipe Paraventi and Leandro Rodrigues.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Majere feints and as Chai raises his hands in defense, Majere changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Chai (0) vs (2) Majere
Chai is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chai (2) vs (2) Majere
Chai looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Chai trying to control from half guard but Majere is working away.
Chai is looking to advance position but Majere won't allow it.
Majere is pressing down on Chai's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chai stays in close to Majere's body and controls the position.
Chai wants to pass the guard but Majere is keeping the position.
Chai trying to control the position from guard on top but Majere is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Chai stopping the sweep attempt from Majere.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Majere had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Chai defends it easily.
Chai's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Chai has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Chai looking to improve position, pressing down on Majere's thigh with his hand. Majere seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Chai paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Chai's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Majere picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Denubis Majere!
A relieved looking Denubis Majere thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
SSG 341 Macker vs Solo
Date: Aug 11, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 6 losses; Viktor Van Der Sloot! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 9 losses; T Mustana Chai!
The judges for this bout are Alyssa Summers, Joseph Jones and Lou da Vinci.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Chai clinches up against the cage.
Van Der Sloot is trying to drag Chai to the mat but Chai just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#TD2#
Chai has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Van Der Sloot regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Van Der Sloot (0) vs (2) Chai
Chai is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Van Der Sloot definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Der Sloot keeping full guard, as Chai tries to pass.
Van Der Sloot looking for a sweep. Not yet Van Der Sloot, not yet. #T1#
Van Der Sloot is working hard here to advance position.
Chai controls from within his opponent's guard.
Chai preventing the sweep.
Van Der Sloot being controlled here, momentarily.
Chai wants to pass the guard but Van Der Sloot is keeping the position.#T2#
Chai forces his way into half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Chai in particular looking to stall.
Chai works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Van Der Sloot (0) vs (5) Chai
Chai controlling the pace for now.
Van Der Sloot tries to hold on but Chai postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Chai takes Van Der Sloot's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Van Der Sloot is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Van Der Sloot (0) vs (8) Chai
Chai controls the position.
Van Der Sloot is in bad spot here.
#T4#
Chai trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Van Der Sloot doesn't escape.
Van Der Sloot is in bad spot here.
Chai really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Van Der Sloot.
Let's hope that Chai has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T5#
Van Der Sloot trying to control the position but Chai manages to sink in the hooks.
Van Der Sloot is in bad spot here.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Chai controlling the positon.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Van Der Sloot is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
#T6#
Chai trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Van Der Sloot doesn't escape.
Van Der Sloot trying to control the hands but Chai won't let him. #T7#
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Van Der Sloot is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Van Der Sloot is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Chai avoiding Van Der Sloot 's attempts to control his hands.
Van Der Sloot is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Van Der Sloot might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T8##SUB2#
Chai patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Chai controls the action.#T9#
Van Der Sloot rolls, trying to escape but Chai keeps control of the position.
Chai controlling the position well here. Van Der Sloot rolled but Chai kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Chai's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T10#
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Chai.
More stalling from Chai.
Yet more stalling tactics from Chai.
Chai is continuing to stall.#T11##SUB2#
Van Der Sloot preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Chai.
Van Der Sloot tries to escape the position.
Chai has good solid back control here.
Van Der Sloot tries to escape the position.
#T12#
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Chai has the hooks in. Van Der Sloot is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Chai controls the action.
Van Der Sloot wants to control his opponent's hands but Chai gets his hands free. #T13#
Chai controls the action.
The adventures of Chai the control monster continue. Boring.#SUB2#
Van Der Sloot is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Chai gets his way!
#SUB2#
Chai is cranking Van Der Sloot's head sideways - that looks painful. He's managed to get his other arm under the chin and this looks bad for Van Der Sloot! He's tightened the choke and Van Der Sloot is tapping out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). T Mustana Chai!
T Mustana Chai decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
SSG 337 Bar vs Ozymandias
Date: Jul 28, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 5 losses; Paulo Miyao! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 8 losses; T Mustana Chai!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Trevor Gratis and Alec Ball.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Chai moves into the clinch successfully.
Chai can't get the takedown.
Chai tries to score a body lock takedown but Miyao shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#TD#
Miyao manages to pull guard.
Chai sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB#
Miyao throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Miyao has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Chai 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.
Chai content to stall in guard here. #T1#
Chai's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Miyao lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Miyao (2) vs (0) Chai
Chai is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T2#
Miyao advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Miyao (5) vs (0) Chai
Chai is looking for a sweep.
Miyao is looking to take a break and control but Chai is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Miyao is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Chai is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Miyao controlling the position from side mount. #T3##SUB#
Miyao thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Miyao is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Chai has escaped the position, nice work there.
Chai manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Chai is positioning himself well to prevent Miyao advancing to mount.
Chai is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Chai manages to get to full guard.
#T4#
Miyao pushing down on Chai's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Chai is pressing down on Miyao's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Miyao might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Chai seems keen to control Miyao's posture.
Chai is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Chai tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Chai is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T5#
Miyao forces his way into half guard.
Miyao is trying to control. Chai wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Miyao seems to be looking for submissions.
Chai regains full guard. Nicely done.
Chai is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Chai working a defensive guard but Miyao passes into half guard.
Miyao is controlling the pace.
Miyao passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Chai! Score +3 for passing guard: Miyao (8) vs (0) Chai#T6#
Chai tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Chai is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Chai is wriggling around trying to escape.
Miyao wants to take his opponent's back but Chai doesn't allow it. #T7#
Miyao can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Chai is looking to escape.
Miyao content just to control the position here.
Miyao avoids the attempt from Chai to control.
Chai slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Chai has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Miyao is working away from the top position though.
Chai is trying is best to control the position here. #T8#
Chai tries to roll over but Miyao keeps him under control.
Miyao works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Miyao (11) vs (0) Chai
Miyao working away.#SUB#
Miyao is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Chai has escaped the position, nice work there.
Chai is looking to reverse the position.
Chai is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Miyao's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Chai is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T9#
Miyao is looking to advance position but Chai won't allow it. #SUB2#
Chai looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Chai trying to hold on to Miyao's head to control him but Miyao postures up.
Chai manages to get to full guard.
Chai is trying to control the position but Miyao postures up. #T10#
Miyao advances to half guard.
Chai gets full guard.
Miyao postures up.
Chai is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Chai is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Chai looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Chai is looking for a triangle here but Miyao uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Miyao (14) vs (0) Chai#T11#
Chai is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Miyao's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Chai wants to control but Miyao passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Miyao (17) vs (0) Chai
Chai is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Chai keeps control of the position for the meantime. #SUB#
Miyao is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T12#
Chai is looking to improve his position.
Miyao trying to mount his opponent but Chai defends it.
Miyao passes into side control, despite Chai's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Miyao (20) vs (0) Chai
Chai is looking for a sweep.
Miyao tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #SUB#
Miyao tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Miyao has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T13#
Chai manages to get back to half guard.
Chai desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Chai is continuing to stall.
Miyao is trying to control the action in half guard but Chai is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Chai keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #T14#
Chai moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Chai has control of Miyao's left arm, preventing Miyao from doing any damage.
Miyao tries to free his leg and advance position but Chai is retaining full guard.
Miyao wants to control from the top but Chai keeps moving.
Miyao pushing down on Chai's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Chai tries to roll over but Miyao keeps him under control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Miyao takes the fight on points by 20 to 0.
Our winner, Paulo Miyao, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
SSG 333 Helvig vs Hunt
Date: Jul 21, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 5 losses; Sea Snake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 7 losses; T Mustana Chai!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Cecil Peabody and Robert Twigg.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD2#
Chai has clasped his hands together around Snake's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Snake (0) vs (4) Chai
Snake is trying to control Chai's posture but Chai avoids it.
Snake seems a little lost for a moment, as Chai dominates the positioning.
Snake tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Chai tries to advance to mount but Snake denies him.
Snake tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Chai wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Snake manages to work his way to half guard, despite Chai's best efforts.
Chai trying to mount his opponent but Snake defends it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Snake is trying to get back to full guard.
Chai wants to free his trapped foot but Snake is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Chai stalling. #T1#
Chai trying to control from half guard but Snake is working away.
Snake trying to control from the bottom.
Chai tries to pass the half guard into mount. Snake knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Chai is taking a breather. Snake 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.
Snake wants to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chai is thwarting Snake's attempts to control the position.
Snake wants to improve his position but Chai is controlling well.
Chai is taking a breather. Snake says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#T2#
Snake is trying to get back to full guard.
Snake has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Chai is working away from the top position though.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Chai in particular looking to stall.
Snake trying to control here.
Chai wants to pass to mount but Snake is defending the position. #SUB#
Snake looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Chai not doing much here.
#T3#
Snake wants to get back to full guard.
Snake is trying to control but can't.
Snake is looking for a sweep. Chai is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Chai perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Let's hope that Chai has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Chai is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Snake reverses the position - he's now on top in Chai's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Snake (2) vs (4) Chai
Chai pulls Snake in to control the position. #T4##SUB2#
Chai looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Snake passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Snake (5) vs (4) Chai#SUB#
Snake is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Chai knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Chai is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Snake tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Snake has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Snake trying to control the action but Chai is working from the bottom.
Chai regains half guard.#T5##SUB#
Snake is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Snake prevents Chai from improving his position.
Snake wants to control but Chai is keeping him busy.
Snake is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Chai! Score +3 for passing guard: Snake (8) vs (4) Chai
Chai is trying desperately to improve position.
Snake trying to control but Chai is having none of it.
Chai 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.
Snake avoids the attempt from Chai to control.
Snake fails to move to back control. #T6#
Snake looking to control but Chai is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Chai is controlling an arm, preventing Snake from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Snake is working hard here to advance position.
Chai is in all sorts of trouble here.
Chai wants to hold on but Snake pushes him away.
Snake is looking to work his way around to Chai's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Chai wants to hold on but Snake pushes him away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Snake looking to control but Chai is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T7#
Chai can't escape the position.
Snake looking to control and managing it successfully.
Chai wants to hold on but Snake pushes him away.
Snake tries to control but Chai wriggling away.
Snake is really struggling to control Chai but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T8#
Chai is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Snake tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Chai 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.
Chai wants to control but Snake is keeping busy.
Chai is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Snake seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Chai does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Chai is pressing down on Snake's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Snake pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Chai is keeping the position for now.
Chai has Snake pulled in close to control his posture. #T9#
Chai tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Snake is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Snake pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Chai is keeping the position for now.
Chai is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Snake wants to control from the top but Chai keeps moving.
Snake wants to pass the guard but Chai is keeping the position.#T10##SUB2#
Chai has his foot on Snake's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Snake works his way back into a safe position though.
Chai tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Chai wants to hit a sweep here but Snake passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Chai there! Score +3 for passing guard: Snake (11) vs (4) Chai
Chai tries to hold on but Snake pushes him away.
Chai manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Snake wants to take a breather but Chai is having none of it.
Well, if Snake 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.
#T11#
Chai wants to improve his position but Snake is controlling well.
Snake is thwarting Chai's attempts to control the position.
Chai won't allow Snake to pass to mount.
Chai is looking to control Snake's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Chai avoid being mounted?
Chai wants to improve his position but Snake is controlling well.
Chai keeping control of the position.
Snake trying to control the action but Chai is working from the bottom.
Snake looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T12#
Chai is not content to let Snake control the position.
Chai trying to control but Snake postures up.
Chai wants to get back to full guard.
Chai is trying to maintain the position but Snake is very close to passing his half guard.
Snake wants to lay and pray for a moment but Chai keeps working.
Chai controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Snake is looking to take a break and control but Chai is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T13#
Chai is doing well to control the position and prevent Snake from advancing to side control.
Snake with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Snake seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Chai does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Chai tries to get to full guard but Snake has control of the leg.
Well, if Snake 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.
Chai is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Snake is taking a breather. Chai 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.#T14#
Chai tries to roll over but Snake keeps him under control.
Snake is trying to control. Chai wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Chai trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Chai looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Snake is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Snake (14) vs (4) Chai
Chai is looking to improve his position but Snake isn't that keen on the idea.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Chai regains half guard.
Snake seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
And that's the end of the fight!
Snake takes the fight on points by 14 to 4.
A victorious Sea Snake thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
SSG 329 Feet vs Finn
Date: Jul 14, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 6 losses; T Mustana Chai! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 9 losses; Jim Marston!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Luis Engracia and Emerson Jorge.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Chai instigates a clinch.
Chai prevents a takedown attempt there.
Chai is looking to take this one to the mat.
Marston is pressed up against the cage. Chai has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Marston down to the mat. Marston avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL#
Chai gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Chai prevents the takedown attempt.
#TD2#
Marston lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Chai (0) vs (2) Marston
Chai's coaches at Master Chai's Dojo 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.
Marston is thwarting Chai's attempts to control the position.
Chai keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Marston has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Soul Supremacy Rio. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Chai wants to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marston is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Chai! Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (0) vs (5) Marston
Chai working to try and regain half guard.
#T1#
Chai is hanging on here. He's in a desperate position.
Marston controlling from mount.
Chai can't escape the position.
Marston tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Chai has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Chai (0) vs (8) Marston
Marston controls the position.
Chai is trying to break free.
#T2#
Chai trying to control but not successfully.
Marston controls the position.
Marston has the hooks in. Chai is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Chai is working hard here to advance position.
Marston biding his time, looking for the opening.
Chai trying to control the action but Marston just sinks the hooks in. #T3#
Marston just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Chai trying to control but not successfully.
Marston controlling well, preventing Chai from escaping the position.
Chai trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Marston keeps control of the position as Chai tries to break free.
Chai trying to control the hands but Marston breaks the grip. #T4#
Chai rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Marston sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Chai has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Marston is working away from the top position though.
Chai wants to get back to full guard but Marston has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (0) vs (11) Marston
Chai tries to lock up and control but Marston gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Chai is trying to escape the mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T5#
Marston fails to advance to Chai's back.
Chai tries to lock up and control but Marston gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Chai is trying to escape the mount.
Chai wants to hold on but Marston pushes him away.
Marston is trying to take his opponent's back.
Chai is working to get back to half guard.
#T6#
Marston controlling from the full mount.
Chai wants to control but Marston is having none of it.
Chai is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Marston is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Marston tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Chai really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T7#
Marston takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Chai tries to lock up and control but Marston gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Chai regains half guard.
Marston controlling the pace.
Chai is controlling Marston's position as best he can from this difficult position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T8#
Marston prevents Chai from improving his position.
Marston perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Chai is trying to get back to full guard.
Chai wants to control the action here but instead Marston manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (0) vs (14) Marston#T9#
Chai is trying desperately to improve position.
Chai wants to hold on but Marston pushes him away.
Marston controlling the position easily from mount.
Chai tries to hold on but Marston postures up.
Marston can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Chai is looking to escape. #T10#
Chai is desperately trying to improve his position but Marston has a good base and remains in mount.
Chai regains half guard.
Marston slows the pace down in half guard.
Chai wants to get back to full guard but Marston has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (0) vs (17) Marston
Chai has given up his back here. Will Marston look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Chai (0) vs (20) Marston
You can see the frustration on Chai's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T11#
Marston controls the position.
Chai just trying to survive but Marston is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Marston is riding his opponent, not letting Chai buck him off.
Chai is trying to break free.
Marston has good solid back control here.
Marston not allowing Chai to control his hands.
Chai wants to escape the position.
#T12#
Chai wants to control his opponent's hands but Marston gets his hands free.
Chai is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Marston avoiding Chai 's attempts to control his hands.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Chai has hold of Marston's arm. He needs to escape this position sooner or later but for now he's happy enough to control the position and prevent the submission attempts.
Marston not allowing Chai to control his hands.
Marston controlling the position well here. Chai rolled but Marston kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T13#
Chai is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Marston is not going to allow Chai to sit and survive in this position.
Chai tries to escape but Marston has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Marston controls the action.
Chai tries to escape the position.
#T14#
Marston controls the position.
Chai wants to escape the position.
Chai is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Marston.
Chai wants to escape the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Marston is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Chai can't escape the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Marston wins on points by 20 to 0. |
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Event:
SSG 321 Octavio vs Bar
Date: Jun 23, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 8 losses; Thomas Engine! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 6 losses; T Mustana Chai!
The judges for this bout are John Roberts, Columbo Gatti and Bruno Lombardi.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Chai clinches. #TD2#
Chai lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Engine (0) vs (2) Chai
Chai is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Chai tries to pass the half guard into mount. Engine knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Engine is looking for a sweep. Chai is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chai controlling the action here.
Chai is thwarting Engine's attempts to control the position.#T1#
Chai seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB2#
Chai 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! Engine is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). T Mustana Chai!
A victorious T Mustana Chai thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
SSG 319 Edison vs Soderberg
Date: Jun 16, 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 10 wins and 5 losses; T Mustana Chai! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 16 losses; Leenart Kuningas!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, Trevor Gratis and William Peck.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Chai has managed to clinch.
#TD#
Chai has clasped his hands together around Kuningas's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Chai (4) vs (0) Kuningas
Chai wants to control but Kuningas is keeping him busy.
Chai tries to move into full mount but can't pass Kuningas's legs.
Chai in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Chai has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Chai working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuningas is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Chai stalling.
Chai prevents Kuningas from improving his position.#T1#
Chai trying to control the action but Kuningas is working from the bottom.
Chai takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Kuningas trying to control here.
Chai wants to free his trapped foot but Kuningas is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Chai is controlling the pace.
Kuningas is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
Chai trying to mount his opponent but Kuningas defends it.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Chai in particular looking to stall.
Chai has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (7) vs (0) Kuningas
Chai content just to control the position here.
Kuningas tries to hold on but Chai pushes him away.
Chai wants to control the pace but Kuningas is squirming around nicely.
Chai takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Chai fails to advance to Kuningas's back.
Kuningas slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Kuningas wants to get back to full guard.
Kuningas is trying to maintain the position but Chai is very close to passing his half guard.
Chai is taking a breather. Kuningas 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.
Kuningas is trying to get back to full guard.
Chai is trying to control. Kuningas wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Chai wants to free his trapped foot but Kuningas is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Chai wants to take a breather but Kuningas is having none of it. #T4##SUB2#
Kuningas looking for submissions off his back.
Chai passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (10) vs (0) Kuningas
Chai is looking to work his way around to Kuningas's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Chai takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Kuningas is wriggling around trying to escape.
Chai looking to control but Kuningas is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB#
Chai is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Kuningas is surviving well by controlling Chai's body position as best he can. #T5#
Kuningas sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#SUB2#
Kuningas 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 Chai. Oh but Kuningas has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Chai goes limp - he's gone! Kuningas jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Leenart Kuningas! |
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Event:
SSG 308 Elvul vs Ottke
Date: May 26, 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 18 wins and 8 losses; Cole Hunt! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 5 losses; T Mustana Chai!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Edson Gomes and Felipe Paraventi.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Hunt tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Chai swivels and escapes.#CL2#
Chai clinches up against the cage.#TD2#
Chai has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Hunt clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hunt (0) vs (4) Chai
Hunt trying to control the hands but Chai breaks the grip.
Good control from Chai.#SUB2#
Chai is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Hunt is tapping out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). T Mustana Chai!
An out of breath T Mustana Chai 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 307 Gascoigne vs Gabenagus
Date: May 19, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 9 losses; Milton Viera! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 5 losses; T Mustana Chai!
The judges for this bout are Eddie Farnsworth, Franklyn Lucas and Reed Andrews.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Chai rushes Viera and presses him up against the cage.#TD2#
Chai gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Viera regains guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Viera (0) vs (2) Chai
Chai being controlled here momentarily.
Chai not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Chai's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Let's hope that Chai has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Viera is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Viera escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Chai gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Viera looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T1#
Chai is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Chai tries to free his leg and advance position but Viera is retaining full guard.
Chai preventing the sweep.
Chai pushes down on Viera's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Viera looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Chai frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (0) vs (5) Chai
Chai controlling his opponent.
Chai wants to take his opponent's back but Viera doesn't allow it. #T2#
Chai keeps trying to improve his position.
Chai controlling his opponent.
Viera really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Viera is looking to get to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Chai tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Viera gets back to half guard.
Chai looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T3#
Viera wants to control but Chai is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Chai controlling the action here.
Viera is trying to get back to full guard.
Viera wants to control but Chai is keeping busy.
Chai content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Chai is pressing down on Viera's thigh, looking to free his foot. Viera is holding on for now. #T4##SUB#
Viera is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Chai pulls his head out easily.
Chai is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Chai prevents Viera from improving his position.
Chai keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Viera trying to control but Chai postures up.
Viera tries to roll over but Chai keeps him under control.
Chai controlling the pace. #T5#
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Chai.#SUB#
Viera is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Chai pulls his head out easily.
Chai is controlling the pace.
Viera is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Chai's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Chai's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Viera (4) vs (5) Chai
Chai wants to control his opponent's hands but Viera gets his hands free. #T6#
Chai rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#SUB#
Viera is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Chai doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Viera.
Chai controlling the position well.
Chai wants to control but Viera is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Chai is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Viera's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Viera's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Viera (4) vs (9) Chai#SUB2#
Chai has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB2#
Chai tightening his grip on Viera, looking for the choke. #T7##SUB2#
Viera defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Chai's arms.
Viera is trying to break free.
Chai has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Viera's body.
Chai has the hooks in. Viera is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Chai has good solid back control here. #T8#
Viera looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Chai biding his time, looking for the opening.
#T9#
Viera trying to control the action but Chai just sinks the hooks in.
Chai just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Chai is trying to stick to Viera's back but Viera is turning into Chai. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Chai's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Viera. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (6) vs (9) Chai
Viera pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Chai is keeping the position for now.
Viera trying to control but Chai is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chai is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Chai not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Chai seems keen to control Viera's posture.#T10#
Viera pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Chai is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Chai has his foot on Viera's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Viera works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Viera thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Chai is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Chai is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Chai seems keen to control Viera's posture.
Chai lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (6) vs (11) Chai#SUB#
Chai got a little sloppy there for a moment and Viera has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Chai has managed to get both his arms back between Viera's legs - danger averted.#T11##SUB#
Chai got a little sloppy there for a moment and Viera has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Chai has managed to get both his arms back between Viera's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Viera looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Chai passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Viera (6) vs (14) Chai
Chai works to advance to full mount. Viera defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Viera (6) vs (16) Chai
Chai controlling the position easily from mount.
Chai takes Viera's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Viera is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Viera (6) vs (19) Chai#T12#
Chai is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
I really don't envy Viera right now.
Viera is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Chai.
Chai avoiding Viera 's attempts to control his hands.
Chai has good solid back control here. #SUB2#
Chai is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Viera defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Chai controlling the positon.#T13#
Viera can't escape the position.
Viera is working hard here to advance position.
Chai just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Chai doesn't have the hooks in and Viera manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Viera (8) vs (19) Chai
Viera trying to control but Chai is working from the bottom.
Chai looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Chai pulls Viera in to control the position. #SUB2#
Viera content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Chai has locked up a guillotine! Chai's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Viera is holding on here and Chai must be using up a lot of energy. Viera has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Chai gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). T Mustana Chai!
Our winner, T Mustana Chai, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 08, 2024 |
#R1#
Totemo misses with a takedown attempt - Chai sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Totemo fails with an attempt to clinch.
Chai punishes Totemo 's body with a nice straight punch.
Chai keeps the fight on the outside.#TD#
Totemo throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Chai tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Totemo is in Chai's guard.
Totemo postures up in Chai's guard and throws a big left but Chai blocks it. #SUB2#
Totemo got a little sloppy there for a moment and Chai has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Totemo has managed to get both his arms back between Chai's legs - danger averted.
Chai working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Totemo .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chai trying to keep a closed guard but Totemo is proving a slippery customer.
Totemo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Chai is keeping the position for now.
Totemo missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T1#
Totemo throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Totemo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Chai swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Chai is looking for a triangle here but Totemo uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Chai is looking to reverse the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
You can see the frustration on Chai's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Chai is looking for a sweep.
An elbow from Totemo crashes against the mat.
Totemo will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
An elbow from Totemo crashes against the mat.
Chai 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.
Chai tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.
Totemo unloading with bombs!
Totemo has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T2#
Totemo controlling the position easily from mount.
Totemo avoids the attempt from Chai to control.
Totemo lands with some strikes.
Totemo looking to finish with strikes here!
Chai tries to lock up and control but Totemo gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Totemo trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Totemo content just to control the position here.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Chai tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T3#
Totemo wants to take Chai's back but he can't do it this time.
Totemo looking to control but Chai is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Totemo throws some wild stikes that Chai manages to avoid easily.
Chai is in all sorts of trouble here.
Poor strikes thrown by Totemo there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Chai is desperately trying to improve his position but Totemo has a good base and remains in mount.
Totemo throwing strikes here but Chai is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Totemo tries to control but Chai wriggling away.
Chai is working to get back to half guard.
Totemo raining down hammerfists from mount.#T4#
Chai bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Chai postures up.
#SUB#
Chai got a little sloppy there for a moment and Totemo has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Chai has managed to get both his arms back between Totemo 's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Totemo working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Chai doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Chai manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Chai must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Totemo is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Chai is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Totemo is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Chai trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#SUB#
Totemo looking for a guillotine here but Chai defends easily.
Chai wants to control from the top but Totemo keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Totemo looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shinayaka Totemo dominated that round.
That's time! Totemo 's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Chai throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Totemo fails with the takedown
and Chai counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Chai lands a really nice looking cross but Totemo seems unphased.
Left hook, right uppercut from Chai.
Shinayaka Totemo is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nice jab there from Chai.
I'm just looking down at my notes here and I see that.... oh! Chai has cracked Totemo with a big right, followed by a left! He's out on his feet! Chai lands another huge swinging hook and Totemo tumbles to the canvas! The ref dives in to save Totemo , before Chai can land any more shots!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). T Mustana Chai!
Our winner, T Mustana Chai, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 06, 2024 |
#R1#
Chai scores with a jab to the body.#KD#
Chai lands a left and a right that send Uso crashing to the mat, dazed. Chai thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC#Uso is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Jimmy Uso has been cut.
BAM! Chai delivers a spinning backfist that drops Uso like a ragdoll! This is all oooooveeeer! He was out before he hit the ground!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Spinning Backfist). T Mustana Chai!
An out of breath T Mustana Chai 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:
SSKT May Day 2024
Date: May 01, 2024 |
#R1#
Nile takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Nile stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Nile throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nile throws a jab when Chai was well out of range.
Harry Nile seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Nile fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Chai, pushing him back against the ropes.
Nile prevents a body shot from Chai.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nile.
Chai lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Nile lands a right hand.
Nile has a couple of punches blocked by Chai.
A short left from Chai.
Chai lands a nice shot to the body.
Nile is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
I was talking to Nile's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Chai blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Chai tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nile's elbow.
Nile blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nile lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Chai blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Chai presses Nile against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Chai swings wildly with an uppercut but Nile uses good head movement to avoid it.
Chai blocks an uppercut.
Chai scores with a nice hook to the head.#T1#
Chai scores with a shot to the side of Nile's head.
Chai lands an uppercut.
Chai blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Chai blocking some punches.
Chai has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Nile seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Chai can turn it around.
Chai lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Chai pushes Nile back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Chai throws a punch but it's blocked by Nile.
Nile misses with some punches.
Chai fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Chai blocking some punches.
Nile misses with some punches.
Nile tries to throw a body punch but Chai avoids it by throwing Nile back against the ropes.
Nile has a couple of punches blocked by Chai.
Chai lands a hook to the side of the head.
Chai lands a body punch in the clinch.
Chai blocking some punches.
Nile tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Chai lands a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chai scores with a shoulder strike.
Chai misses with the head strike.
A short uppercut from Chai.
Nile misses with a hook from the clinch. #T2#
A short left from Chai.
Chai takes a shot to the head.
Chai can't find room to land a body shot as Nile controls the action.
Chai lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Nile tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nile pushes Chai back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Chai blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A right handed body shot lands from Chai.
Nile scores with a shot to the side of Chai's head.
Chai blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nile misses with a body punch.
Nile cracks Chai with a nice body shot.
Chai lands with a short shot to the head.
Chai scores with a shoulder strike.
Chai lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nile backwards.
Chai swings wildly with an uppercut but Nile uses good head movement to avoid it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Chai works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Chai misses with a hook from the clinch.
Nile swings wildly with an uppercut but Chai uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nile lands a shoulder strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
T Mustana Chai dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Chai slips a jab from Nile.
Chai blocks a jab.
Chai takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A lazy left from Chai finds it's target.
Nile uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Chai.
Chai ducks under a wild hook from Nile.
Nile digs a good hook to Chai's body.
Nile throws a lazy uppercut
and Chai counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nile scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Chai doesn't seem bothered though.
Chai bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nile throws the left hand but Chai avoids the punch easily.
Nile misses with an uppercut. Chai saw that one coming.
Chai slips a jab from Nile.
Chai scores with a hook.
Chai swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Chai cracks Nile with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A slow jab from Nile misses its intended target. #CL#
Nile forces Chai back against the ropes and clinches.
A body shot lands from Chai.
#T1#
Nile throws a punch but it's blocked by Chai.
Nile swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Chai misses with the head strike.
Nile blocks a body shot from Chai.
A head punch on the inside from Nile fails to land.
T Mustana Chai seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Chai tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Chai.
Nile misses with the head strike.
Nile throws a punch but it's blocked by Chai.
Chai digs a right hand into Nile's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nile's gas tank.
Chai blocking some punches.
Chai blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Chai blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Chai.
Chai presses Nile against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A right handed body shot lands from Chai.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Nile tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Chai throws a punch but it's blocked by Nile.
A frustrated look appears on Nile's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Chai misses with the head strike.
Chai lands a body punch.
Chai prevents a body shot from Nile. #T2#
Chai lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Nile misses with some punches.
Chai lands an uppercut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nile misses with a hook from the clinch.
Chai misses with a body punch.
Chai tries a body shot but Nile blocks it.
Nile swings wildly with an uppercut but Chai uses good head movement to avoid it.
Chai lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Chai scores with a shot to the side of Nile's head.
Chai misses with a punch on the inside.
Chai goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Chai lands with a light punch inside.
Nile pushes Chai back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short right from Chai.
A head punch on the inside from Nile fails to land.
Nile misses with a body punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nile misses with a punch on the inside.
Nile misses with a punch on the inside.
Chai gets through Nile's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nile blocks a punch to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
T Mustana Chai showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Good exchange - Chai coming out on top.
Chai connects with a jab.
Nile is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Nile throws a poor cross that misses
#CL2#
and Chai counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Chai working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Nile misses with the head strike.
Nile takes a shot to the head.
Nile scores with a nice hook to the head.
Nile tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nile blocks an uppercut.
A right hand to the body from Chai.
Chai working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Nile has a couple of punches blocked by Chai.
Nice body punch from Chai.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Chai works on Nile's body with a couple of short punches.
Nile throws a punch but it's blocked by Chai.
Chai lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #ROC2#Nile is rocked!
Chai creates a bit of space for himself and unleashed what can only be described as a tiger uppercut, straight out of Street Fighter! Nile crashes to the mat! Can he make it back to his feet in time? 3,4,5,6... it doesn't look like he's going to make it! Nile face plants back to the mat and the referee calls off the fight! Chai takes it with a brutal technical knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). T Mustana Chai!
A victorious T Mustana Chai thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
SSG 284 Macker vs Sova
Date: Mar 24, 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 Sydney, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Grant Harklie! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 5 losses; T Mustana Chai!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Timothy Bukovac and Frank Antenori.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Harklie has a takedown stuffed.
Grant Harklie seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Harklie will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#CL2#
Chai drives through and clinches with Harklie against the cage.
#TD2#
Chai has Harklie pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Chai pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Harklie tumbling to the mat - Chai dives into Harklie's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Harklie (0) vs (2) Chai
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chai slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Harklie (0) vs (5) Chai
Chai is staying tight to Harklie's torso, preventing him from escaping.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Harklie tries to improve position but can't.
Harklie is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at K.O MMA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T1#
Harklie manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Harklie looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Harklie wants to improve his position but Chai is controlling well.
Harklie is looking to control Chai's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Harklie avoid being mounted?
Chai not doing much here.
Harklie is looking for a sweep. Chai is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Chai trying to control the action but Harklie is working from the bottom.
Chai works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Harklie (0) vs (8) Chai#T2#
Harklie is trying to escape the mount.
Harklie 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 going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Chai takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Chai prevents Harklie from improving his position.#SUB#
Harklie actively working from the bottom here.
Harklie wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Harklie is defending against the submission attempts here by Chai.
Harklie tries to roll over but Chai keeps him under control.#T3#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Harklie is staying active underneath Chai, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Harklie is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Chai is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Chai trying to control from half guard but Harklie is working away.
The fighters are battling for position here. Harklie manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Harklie is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Chai slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T4#
Chai's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Harklie looking for a sweep. Not yet Harklie, not yet.
Chai trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Harklie can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Chai controls the pace.
Harklie looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Harklie bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Chai's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Harklie (2) vs (8) Chai
Chai not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Harklie wants to control from the top but Chai keeps moving. #SUB2#
Harklie looking to improve position, pressing down on Chai's thigh with his hand. Chai seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Harklie paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Harklie's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Chai picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). T Mustana Chai!
T Mustana Chai thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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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 New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Pykky Kalla! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 4 losses; T Mustana Chai!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Frank Antenori and Don Winkell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Chai closes the distance and clinches.#TD#
Kalla pulls guard effortlessly.
Chai is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Kalla not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB#
Kalla is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Chai has his hands clasped together but Kalla extends and breaks Chai's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Kalla.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Pykky Kalla! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 06, 2024 |
#R1#
Chai with a jab.
Glass shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Glass enables Chai to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Glass manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Glass can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Chai controls the pace.
Chai slips nicely into half guard.
Glass wants to get back to his feet.
Chai trying to control the pace.
Chai works his foot free and advances to mount.
Chai controlling the position easily from mount. #T1#
Chai avoids the attempt from Glass to control.
Chai sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Chai tries to take his opponent's back but Glass turns with him and manages to move into guard on the top. Nice work.
Chai pulls Glass in close to prevent any damage.
Chai is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB##T2#
Chai controlling the action here.
Let's hope that Chai has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Chai works his foot free and advances to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Glass is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.#T3#
Chai is looking to work his way around to Glass's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Glass is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
Chai controlling the pace for now.
Chai's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Chai is looking to work his way around to Glass's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Chai mounts Glass! Really nice guard pass there!
Chai looking to control and managing it successfully. #T4#
Glass really wants to buck Chai off and get back to his feet.
Chai looking to control and managing it successfully.
Glass wants to get back to his feet.
Chai tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Glass is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Chai has taken his back.
Chai controlling the position well here. Glass rolled but Chai kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
T Mustana Chai dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##TD2#
Chai darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Chai controlling the action here.
More stalling from Chai.
Glass is looking for a sweep. Chai is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Well, if Chai 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.
Chai prevents Glass from standing back up.
#T1#
Glass trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Chai moves into full mount! Glass won't be happy about that!
Chai controlling from mount.
Chai wants to take Glass's back but he can't do it this time.
Chai tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Chai has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Glass has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
#SUB2#
Chai is working for a rear naked choke. Glass is not defending it well and Chai has tightened it up quickly! This could be all over! Glass refuses to tap and goes to sleep, forcing the referee to intervene. A little trickle of blood came out of Glass's nose as his head slumped to the floor. That is naaaasty!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:18 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). T Mustana Chai!
T Mustana Chai 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 274 Helvig vs Ottke
Date: Mar 03, 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 5 wins and 4 losses; Mecilvus Gabenagus! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 3 losses; T Mustana Chai!
The judges for this bout are Jonathan Paton, Jorge Garcia and John Roberts.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Gabenagus shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Chai napping and manages to drive through into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Gabenagus (4) vs (0) Chai
Chai struggling a bit here.
Chai tries to buck Gabenagus off but Gabenagus is having none of it.
A bit of a lull in the action here.
Chai prevents Gabenagus from moving into mount. #SUB#
Gabenagus tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Chai is looking for a sweep.
Chai can't do much from the bottom here.
Gabenagus tries to move into full mount but can't pass Chai's legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chai gets back to half guard.
Gabenagus trying to control the action but Chai is working from the bottom.
Chai 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.
Chai controlling the position for now.#T1#
Gabenagus looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chai tries to roll over but Gabenagus keeps him under control.
Gabenagus is looking to stall here but Chai recovers full guard.
Gabenagus stays in close to Chai's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Chai working for a triangle but Gabenagus defends it easily.
Chai controls Gabenagus momentarily but Gabenagus frees himself. #T2#
Gabenagus is fighting to break Chai's control of his arms but Chai is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Gabenagus controlling from the top position.
Gabenagus has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Chai seems keen to control Gabenagus's posture.#T3##SUB2#
Chai is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Chai being controlled here, momentarily.
Gabenagus wants to pass the guard but Chai is keeping the position.
Gabenagus sitting in guard here, content to control.
Gabenagus looking to pass the guard.
Chai is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Gabenagus is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T4#
Chai keeping full guard, as Gabenagus tries to pass.
Chai looking to control.
Gabenagus tries to free his leg and advance position but Chai is retaining full guard.
Gabenagus slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Chai is pulling down on Gabenagus's head. It's preventing any offense from Gabenagus, at least for the moment.
Gabenagus sitting in guard here, content to control. #T5#
Gabenagus tries to free his leg and advance position but Chai is retaining full guard.
Chai is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Gabenagus trying to control but Chai is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Chai has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Gabenagus can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Chai being controlled here, momentarily.
Gabenagus's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T6#
Further stalling from Gabenagus.
Gabenagus trying to control but Chai is working from the bottom.
Chai working a defensive guard here.
Chai looking for a sweep. Not yet Chai, not yet.
Gabenagus showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Chai is trying to control the position but Gabenagus postures up.
Chai has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Gabenagus pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Chai is keeping the position for now. #T7#
Gabenagus controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Chai tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Gabenagus stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Chai swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gabenagus stopping the sweep attempt from Chai.
Chai is pulling down on Gabenagus's head to control his posture.
Chai trying to control the position.
Gabenagus showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Chai working a defensive guard here.
#T8#
Gabenagus wants to control from the top but Chai keeps moving.
Gabenagus is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Chai looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gabenagus is one step ahead there.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Chai is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gabenagus (4) vs (2) Chai
Chai stopping the sweep attempt from Gabenagus.
Gabenagus manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Chai manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gabenagus (6) vs (2) Chai
Gabenagus looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Chai keeping moving, preventing Gabenagus from controlling successfully. #T9#
Chai can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Gabenagus controls the pace.
Chai has control of Gabenagus's left arm, preventing Gabenagus from doing any damage.
Gabenagus won't allow Chai to sweep him here.
Gabenagus wants to control from the top but Chai keeps moving.
Gabenagus looking to sit in guard and control but Chai gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gabenagus (6) vs (4) Chai
Gabenagus managing to control the position. #T10#
Gabenagus tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Gabenagus is working hard here to advance position.
Chai passes Gabenagus's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Chai is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Gabenagus! Score +3 for passing guard: Gabenagus (6) vs (7) Chai
Gabenagus is looking to improve his position but Chai isn't that keen on the idea.
Chai trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Chai is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Gabenagus regains half guard.
Gabenagus moves into full guard.
#T11#
Gabenagus lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gabenagus (8) vs (7) Chai
Gabenagus postures up.
Gabenagus trying to control the position from guard on top but Chai is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Chai escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gabenagus gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Gabenagus pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Chai is keeping the position for now.
Gabenagus trying to control but Chai is working from the bottom.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Chai holds on and takes a little breather. #T12#
Gabenagus pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Chai is keeping the position for now.
Chai is trying to control the position but Gabenagus postures up.
Chai is looking to sweep but instead, Gabenagus has passed into half guard.
Gabenagus seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Chai does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Chai is looking for a sweep. Gabenagus is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gabenagus sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Gabenagus trying to pass the guard but Chai defending well. #T13#
Gabenagus is controlling the pace.
Chai preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Chai is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Gabenagus trying to control the pace.
Chai wants to get back to full guard.
Gabenagus content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T14#
Gabenagus wants to lay and pray for a moment but Chai keeps working.
Still in half guard, Gabenagus seems content to control.
Chai has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Gabenagus is working away from the top position though.
Gabenagus keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Gabenagus wants to free his trapped foot but Chai is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Gabenagus is looking to take a break and control but Chai is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Chai is trying to get back to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gabenagus looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Gabenagus is looking to take a break and control but Chai is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gabenagus takes the fight on points by 8 to 7.
Mecilvus Gabenagus thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SSG 264 Ozy vs Le Boulder
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 London, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 2 losses; T Mustana Chai! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Leopold Shaw!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Gwen Towbar and Stewart Dunkirk.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Chai darts in and clinches Shaw up against the cage.
Chai prevents the takedown attempt.
Shaw wants a takedown.
Shaw goes for a takedown attempt but Chai pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
T Mustana Chai has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leopold Shaw.#CL#
Chai gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Shaw gets underhooks to prevent Chai's takedown attempt.
#TD2#
Shaw works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Chai (0) vs (2) Shaw
Shaw sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Chai's guard.
Shaw wants to pass the guard but Chai is defending well.
Chai has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Shaw is working away from the top position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shaw prevents Chai from improving his position.#SUB2#
Shaw is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T1##SUB#
Chai actively working from the bottom here.
Chai wants to get back to full guard.
Chai has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Shaw tries to pass to full mount but Chai defends it.
Chai is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Chai makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Chai.#T2#
Shaw trying to control but Chai is working from the bottom.
Shaw pushing down on Chai's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Shaw seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Chai does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Shaw is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shaw uses his free foot to push down on Chai's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Chai. Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (0) vs (5) Shaw
Chai is desperately trying to improve his position but Shaw has a good base and remains in mount.
Shaw wants to control the pace but Chai is squirming around nicely. #T3#
Chai has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
Score +3 for taking back: Chai (0) vs (8) Shaw
Chai trying to control the hands but Shaw breaks the grip. #SUB2#
Shaw working for a choke but Chai reverses nicely into Shaw 's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chai (2) vs (8) Shaw
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Shaw wants to sweep but no luck.
Chai works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Shaw wants to improve his position but Chai is controlling well.
#T4#
Chai is looking to advance position but Shaw won't allow it.
Chai is trying to control. Shaw wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Shaw gets back to full guard.
Chai showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T5##SUB2#
Shaw is looking for a triangle but Chai pushes his legs off easily.
Chai trying to control but Shaw is working from the bottom.
Chai stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Shaw swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Shaw is trying to keep Chai in close.
Chai stopping the sweep attempt from Shaw.#T6#
Chai trying to control but Shaw is working from the bottom.
Shaw looking for a sweep. Not yet Shaw, not yet.
Chai trying to control but Shaw is working from the bottom.
Chai stays in close to Shaw's body and controls the position.
Our spies down at at Ironbound MMA inform us that Shaw has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SUB2#
Shaw is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Chai defends well.
Shaw is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chai (2) vs (10) Shaw#T7#
Chai trying to control here.
Chai is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Chai is defending against the submission attempts here by Shaw.
#SUB2#
Shaw seems to be looking for submissions.
#T8#
Chai is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Shaw wants to free his trapped foot but Chai is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The fighters are battling for position here. Chai manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Shaw stands and throws Chai's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (2) vs (13) Shaw
Chai tries to bench press Shaw off him but Shaw keeps the position.
Shaw is looking to take a break and control but Chai is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Chai manages to work his way to half guard, despite Shaw's best efforts.#T9#
Chai moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Shaw wants to pass the guard but Chai is keeping the position.
Shaw must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Chai wants to sweep here but Shaw controlling him for the moment.
Shaw tries to free his leg and advance position but Chai is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Chai is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Shaw is aware though and is defending well.
Shaw pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Chai is keeping the position for now. #T10##SUB#
Chai throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Chai keeping moving, preventing Shaw from controlling successfully.
Shaw is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Chai tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Shaw stays in close to Chai's body and controls the position.
Shaw pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Chai is keeping the position for now.
Shaw preventing the sweep. #T11#
Chai keeping full guard, as Shaw tries to pass.
Shaw stopping the sweep attempt from Chai.
Shaw trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Chai is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
Chai had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Shaw defends it easily.
Shaw passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (2) vs (16) Shaw
Chai is not content to let Shaw control the position. #T12##SUB2#
Shaw looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Chai prevents Shaw from improving position.
Shaw wants to control but Chai is keeping him busy.
Chai tries to bench press Shaw off him but Shaw keeps the position. #T13#
Chai is trying to control Shaw's posture but Shaw avoids it.
Shaw is looking to take a break and control but Chai is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Chai is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Shaw off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Chai (6) vs (16) Shaw
Chai is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Shaw wants to escape the position.
#T14#
Chai wants to control but Shaw manages to buck him off and is now in Chai's guard! Nice work there by Shaw! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chai (6) vs (18) Shaw
Shaw trying to control the position from guard on top but Chai is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chai is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
Chai working for a triangle but Shaw defends it easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Shaw trying to control but Chai is working from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Shaw wins on points by 18 to 6.
An out of breath Leopold Shaw 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 256 McCain vs Marden
Date: Jan 21, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 2 losses; Tobias Bergman! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 2 losses; T Mustana Chai!
The judges for this bout are Joseph Jones, John Kavanagh and Alyssa Summers.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Bergman moves in looking to clinch but Chai pushes him off.
Chai keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Bergman tries to close the distance and clinch up but Chai swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Bergman sets himself, and Chai steps forward looking for the clinch! Bergman avoids it this time.
Nice sprawl there from Chai as Bergman shoots in.
Chai circles away from the clinch attempt.
Bergman is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bergman fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tobias Bergman. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Chai clinches with his opponent.
Bergman tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Chai just stands there and leans against the cage.#TD#
Bergman has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Chai regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Bergman (2) vs (0) Chai
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bergman tries to free his leg and advance position but Chai is retaining full guard.
Bergman trying to control the position from guard on top but Chai is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bergman wants to pass the guard but Chai is keeping the position.#T1#
Chai keeping moving, preventing Bergman from controlling successfully.
Bergman tries to free his leg and advance position but Chai is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Bergman has gone for a leg lock! Chai slips out almost immediately though and dives into Bergman's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bergman (2) vs (2) Chai#SUB#
Bergman has an active guard here but Chai has managed to pass into half guard.
Chai prevents Bergman from improving his position.#T2#
Chai not doing much here.
Bergman wants to control but Chai passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Bergman (2) vs (5) Chai
Bergman is trying to improve his position.
Bergman can't do much from the bottom here.
Bergman tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Chai wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Chai working away.
Chai slows the pace down.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Bergman regains half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Chai is working for a kimura but Bergman is defending it quite comfortably.
#T3#
Bergman tries to roll over but Chai keeps him under control.
Bergman holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Chai tries to pass the half guard into mount. Bergman knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Bergman is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Chai pulls his head out easily.
Still in half guard, Chai seems content to control.
Bergman is trying to maintain the position but Chai is very close to passing his half guard.
Chai wants to free his trapped foot but Bergman is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Bergman trying to control here.
#T4#
Chai controlling the pace.
Bergman tries to get to full guard but Chai has control of the leg.
Bergman regains full guard. Nicely done.
Chai sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Chai trying to control but Bergman is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Bergman throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Chai escapes and throws Bergman's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Bergman (2) vs (8) Chai
Chai working away.#T5#
Chai wants to control but Bergman is keeping him busy.
Chai tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
You can see the frustration on Bergman's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Chai controls the position.
Bergman tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Bergman wants to control but Chai postures up.
Bergman tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Chai is looking to take a break and control but Bergman is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Chai is staying tight to Bergman's torso, preventing him from escaping. #T6#
Bergman stops Chai from passing to mount.
Chai trying to control the position but Bergman is working away.
Bergman tries to bench press Chai off him but Chai keeps the position.
Bergman is working hard here to advance position.
Bergman is trying to control Chai's posture but Chai avoids it.
Bergman is looking for a sweep.
Bergman is trying to work for a sweep but Chai has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Bergman (2) vs (10) Chai
Chai fails to move to back control.
Chai content just to control the position here. #T7#
Chai can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Bergman is looking to escape.
Chai controlling from mount.
Bergman is trying to escape the mount.
Bergman tries to hold on but Chai postures up.
Bergman is looking to improve his position but Chai isn't that keen on the idea.
Bergman wants to control but Chai is having none of it.
Chai controlling the position easily from mount. #T8#
Chai fails to take his opponent's back.
Chai trying to control but Bergman is having none of it.
Bergman regains half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Bergman tries to get to full guard but Chai has control of the leg.
Bergman trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Bergman (2) vs (13) Chai
Bergman is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T9#
Chai tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Bergman tries to lock up and control but Chai gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Bergman is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Chai has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Master Chai's Dojo. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#T10#
Chai avoids the attempt from Bergman to control.
Chai controlling from mount.
Bergman tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Chai takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Bergman wants to control but Chai is having none of it.
Chai is looking to take Bergman's back but instead Bergman gets back to half guard. Nice work.
Chai takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T11#
Bergman is staying active underneath Chai, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Bergman is looking to control Chai's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Bergman avoid being mounted?
Bergman is looking to improve his position.
Bergman trying to control but Chai postures up.
Chai trying to control the pace.
Bergman wants to control but Chai is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Bergman with the active half guard here but Chai passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Bergman (2) vs (16) Chai
Bergman tries to improve position but can't. #T12#
Chai is looking to take a break and control but Bergman is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Chai might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Bergman haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Bergman tries to improve position but can't.
Chai tries to advance to mount but Bergman denies him.
Bergman is trying to control Chai's posture but Chai avoids it.
Chai tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Bergman is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T13#
Bergman is trying to control Chai's posture but Chai avoids it.
Bergman is trying to improve his position.
Bergman is trying to control Chai's posture but Chai avoids it.
Bergman tries to improve position but can't.
Bergman is being controlled here.
Bergman is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Chai is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Bergman (2) vs (18) Chai
Bergman tries to hold on but Chai pushes him away.
Chai controlling from mount.
Chai trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T14#
Bergman is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Chai pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Bergman tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Bergman 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: Bergman (4) vs (18) Chai
Bergman trying to control the position from guard on top but Chai is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bergman trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Chai manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bergman (4) vs (20) Chai
Chai looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
And that's the end of the fight!
Chai wins on points by 20 to 4.
A very excited looking T Mustana Chai made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
SSG 247 Chai vs Jones
Date: Dec 31, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; T Mustana Chai! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 7 losses; Quinn Barnett!
The judges for this bout are Jorge Garcia, Russell Pearce and Bruno Lombardi.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Chai moves into the clinch successfully.
#TD#
Chai is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Barnett can't fight it off and eventually Chai manages to take the fight to the floor. Barnett looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Chai (2) vs (0) Barnett
Chai's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Barnett 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.
Barnett keeping moving, preventing Chai from controlling successfully.
Barnett looking to hit a scissor sweep but Chai is one step ahead there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barnett controls Chai momentarily but Chai frees himself. #T1#
Chai looking to pass the guard.
Barnett 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 ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chai wants to control from the top but Barnett keeps moving.
Barnett keeping full guard, as Chai tries to pass.
Barnett being controlled here, momentarily. #T2#
Chai postures up.
Barnett seems keen to control Chai's posture.
Chai won't allow Barnett to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Barnett has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Chai can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Chai pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Barnett is keeping the position for now.
Chai stays in close to Barnett's body and controls the position. #T3#
Chai has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Chai pushing down on Barnett's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Barnett gets full guard.
Barnett not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Barnett looking for a sweep. Not yet Barnett, not yet.
Barnett managing to control the position. #T4#
Chai is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Chai trying to control the position from guard on top but Barnett is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chai slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (5) vs (0) Barnett
Barnett seems a little lost for a moment, as Chai dominates the positioning.#SUB#
Chai thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Barnett is looking to reverse the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T5#
Chai wants to control but Barnett is keeping him busy.
Barnett tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Chai wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Chai tries to advance to mount but Barnett denies him.
A lull in the action here as Chai stalls from top position.
Barnett sneaks back into half guard.
Barnett wants to get back to full guard.
Barnett makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Barnett.#T6#
Chai tries to free his leg and advance position but Barnett is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Barnett working for submissions but it's allowed Chai to get to half guard.
Barnett wants to improve his position but Chai is controlling well.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Chai in particular looking to stall.
Barnett is staying active underneath Chai, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Barnett is controlling Chai's trapped leg to prevent Chai from advancing to side control.
Chai has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Barnett wants to improve his position but Chai is controlling well.
#T7#
Barnett trying to hold on to Chai's head to control him but Chai postures up.
Still in half guard, Chai seems content to control.
Chai wants to free his trapped foot but Barnett is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Chai moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (8) vs (0) Barnett
Barnett controls the position for a moment.
Chai gets to mount! Barnett was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Chai (10) vs (0) Barnett#T8#
Chai is looking to work his way around to Barnett's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Chai can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Barnett is looking to escape.
Chai with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Chai controlling his opponent. #T9#
Barnett holds on for dear life, controlling Chai's posture momentarily.
Chai wants to take Barnett's back here but Barnett is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Barnett is desperately trying to improve his position but Chai has a good base and remains in mount.
Barnett stops Chai from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Barnett working to try and regain half guard.
#T10#
Chai wants to take Barnett's back here but Barnett is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Chai can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Barnett is looking to escape.
Chai takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Barnett is in all sorts of trouble here.
Chai wants to control the pace but Barnett is squirming around nicely. #T11#
Chai controlling the pace for now.
Barnett working to try and regain half guard.
Barnett keeps trying to improve his position.
Barnett tries to hold on but Chai pushes him away.
Chai controlling from the full mount. #T12##SUB#
Chai working for a submission but Barnett is keeping him at bay.
Barnett tries to reverse the position but Chai maintains control.
Chai looking to control but Barnett is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Chai controlling the position easily from mount.
Barnett tries to reverse the position but Chai maintains control.#T13#
Barnett wants to control but Chai is having none of it.
Chai prevents Barnett from getting the reversal.
Chai sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #SUB#
Barnett defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Chai.
Barnett tries to hold on but Chai pushes him away.
Chai with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
#T14#
Barnett is trying desperately to improve position.
Chai manages to capitalize on a mistake by Barnett to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Chai (13) vs (0) Barnett
Chai tries to get the hooks in deep but Barnett pushed the leg off. #SUB#
Chai working for a choke but Barnett is defending well. #SUB#
Barnett fending off the submission attempt from Chai.
And that's the end of the fight!
Chai takes the fight on points by 13 to 0.
During a confident post fight interview, T Mustana Chai thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SSG 239 Kersikov vs Philbert
Date: Dec 10, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; T Mustana Chai! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 4 losses; Jim Marston!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Jack Bonds and Frank Antenori.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Chai clinches with his opponent.
#TD2#
Marston pulls guard effortlessly.
Chai stopping the sweep attempt from Marston.
Marston keeping full guard, as Chai tries to pass.
Chai sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Chai has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Chai trying to control but Marston is working from the bottom.
Marston is trying to keep Chai in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Marston holds on and takes a little breather.
Chai 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.
Chai has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T1#
Marston is looking to sweep but instead, Chai has passed into half guard.
Chai trying to control the action but Marston is working from the bottom.
Chai performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB#
Chai is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Marston wants to control but Chai is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T2#
Marston tries to get to full guard but Chai has control of the leg.
Marston tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Chai has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (3) vs (0) Marston
Chai looking to control but Marston is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Marston is wriggling around trying to escape.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Chai sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Marston tries to lock up and control but Chai gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T3#
Chai sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Chai seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Marston for as long as he can get away with.#SUB#
Chai has hold of Marston's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Marston manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Chai wants to control the pace but Marston is squirming around nicely.
Marston is working to get back to half guard.
Chai pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Marston holds on, trying desperately to control.#T4#
Marston tries to hold on but Chai pushes him away. #SUB#
Chai looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Chai avoids the attempt from Marston to control.
Marston is working to get back to half guard.
Chai tries to control but Marston wriggling away.
Marston tries to reverse the position but Chai maintains control.#T5#
Chai is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Marston is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Chai (6) vs (0) Marston
Marston tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Marston looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Marston tries to hold on but Chai pushes him away.
Marston is in all sorts of trouble here.
Chai sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Marston sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#SUB#
Chai is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Chai wants to pass the guard but Marston is defending well. #T6#
Chai is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (9) vs (0) Marston
Marston tries to get back to half guard but can't. #SUB#
Marston tries to control Chai's head but Chai pushes him back down and moves quickly to lock up an arm here - he's swung around for an armbar! Will he get it??? Yes! Marston is tapping out! Lovely Jiu Jitsu there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (armbar). T Mustana Chai!
After winning the bout, T Mustana Chai thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
SSG 233 McCain vs Finn
Date: Nov 26, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; T Mustana Chai! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 4 losses; Leonhard Klopstock!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Stewart Dunkirk and Daniel Franklin.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Chai closes the distance and clinches.
Klopstock wants a takedown but no success here.
Klopstock drops down looking for an ankle pick but Chai pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL#
Klopstock tries to keep at a distance but Chai has taken the fight into the clinch.
Chai goes for a takedown in the clinch but Klopstock prevents it.
Klopstock is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
T Mustana Chai has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leonhard Klopstock.
Chai gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Klopstock.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Klopstock prevents the takedown attempt.
Klopstock is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#TD2#
Klopstock has clasped his hands together around Chai's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Chai (0) vs (4) Klopstock#T1##SUB2#
Klopstock looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Klopstock working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Chai tries to buck Klopstock off but Klopstock is having none of it.#SUB2#
Klopstock wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Chai, who protects the arm well.
Klopstock tries to advance to mount but Chai denies him.
Chai is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Klopstock off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Chai (4) vs (4) Klopstock#T2#
A lull in the action here.
Klopstock wants to escape the position.
Chai gets his hands free as Klopstock looks to control.
Chai is trying to stick to Klopstock's back but Klopstock is turning into Chai. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Chai's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Klopstock. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chai (4) vs (6) Klopstock
Klopstock must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Chai is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Chai has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB#
Chai looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Klopstock stands and throws Chai's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (4) vs (9) Klopstock
Klopstock tries to advance to mount but can't. #SUB2#
Klopstock is trying to get an arm triangle but Chai is defending well. #T3#
Chai is not content to let Klopstock control the position. #SUB2#
Klopstock thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Klopstock tries to move into full mount but can't pass Chai's legs.
Chai regains half guard.
Klopstock trying to mount his opponent but Chai defends it.
Chai wants to get back to full guard.#T4#
The fighters are battling for position here. Chai manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Chai looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Klopstock pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Chai is keeping the position for now.
Klopstock trying to control but Chai is working from the bottom.
Chai controls Klopstock momentarily but Klopstock frees himself. #SUB#
Chai throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Klopstock 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.
Klopstock pushing down on Chai's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T5#
Klopstock passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (4) vs (12) Klopstock
Klopstock trying to control the position but Chai is working away.
Chai tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2#
Klopstock goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Chai has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Klopstock but great work by Chai. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Chai (8) vs (12) Klopstock
Klopstock prevents Chai from moving into mount. #SUB#
Chai is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Klopstock knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Klopstock is looking to reverse the position.#T6#
Chai trying to control the position but Klopstock is working away.
Klopstock tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Klopstock has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
You can see the frustration on Klopstock's face as Chai controls the position.
Klopstock gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Chai (10) vs (12) Klopstock
Klopstock working to try and regain half guard.
Klopstock tries to lock up and control but Chai gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Klopstock tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Chai trying to control but Klopstock is having none of it.
Klopstock regains half guard.#T7#
Klopstock is trying to get back to full guard.
Klopstock regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Klopstock looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Chai is pushing down on Klopstock's leg trying to pass to half guard. Klopstock is fighting to maintain full guard but Chai has managed to sneak the leg through.
Klopstock trying to control here.
Chai looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Klopstock tries to get to full guard but Chai has control of the leg. #T8#
Klopstock gets full guard.
Klopstock is trying to keep Chai in close.
Chai passes Klopstock's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Chai is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Klopstock sees it coming and defends easily.
Klopstock is trying to control but can't.
Klopstock wants to improve his position but Chai is controlling well.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Chai in particular looking to stall.#T9#
Klopstock wants to get back to full guard.
Chai is keen to just control but Klopstock is a slippery customer.
Chai controlling the action here.
Chai trying to control from half guard but Klopstock is working away.
Klopstock is looking for a sweep. Chai is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Klopstock won't allow Chai to pass to mount. #T10#
Klopstock is trying to get back to full guard.
Chai is keen to just control but Klopstock is a slippery customer.
Klopstock trying to control from the bottom.
Chai prevents Klopstock from improving his position.#T11#
Chai wants to pass the guard but Klopstock is defending well.
Chai is taking a breather. Klopstock 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.
Chai works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (13) vs (12) Klopstock
Klopstock 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.
Chai passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (16) vs (12) Klopstock
Chai controlling the pace for now. #T12#
Klopstock tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Klopstock manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Klopstock tries to roll over but Chai keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Klopstock looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Chai is trying to control the action in half guard but Klopstock is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Klopstock is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Klopstock gets back to full guard.
Chai tries to free his leg and advance position but Klopstock is retaining full guard. #T13#
Klopstock keeping moving, preventing Chai from controlling successfully.
Klopstock wants to sweep here but Chai controlling him for the moment.
Chai postures up.
Klopstock might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Chai haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Chai wants to control from the top but Klopstock keeps moving.
Klopstock manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Chai manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chai (16) vs (14) Klopstock
Klopstock is stalling in the full guard.
Klopstock stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Chai swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T14##SUB#
Chai is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Klopstock is aware though and is defending well.
Chai will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Klopstock looking to pass the guard.
Chai is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Klopstock looking to sit in guard and control but Chai gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chai (18) vs (14) Klopstock
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Klopstock looking for a guillotine here but Chai defends easily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Chai takes the fight on points by 18 to 14.
Our winner, T Mustana Chai, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
SSKT VI
Date: Nov 13, 2023 |
#R1#
T Mustana Chai swinging wildly here.
Chanel Santini Chai connects with a looping right hand.
Chanel Santini Chai clobbers T Mustana Chai with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
T Mustana Chai swings and misses with a hook to the body.
T Mustana Chai rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Chanel Santini Chai moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Chanel Santini Chai scores with a jab. T Mustana Chai acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Chanel Santini Chai lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but T Mustana Chai circles away quickly and effectively.
Chanel Santini Chai connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between T Mustana Chai's hands.
Chanel Santini Chai uses good head movement to avoid the hook from T Mustana Chai.
Chanel Santini Chai cracks T Mustana Chai with a good jab.
Chanel Santini Chai getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
T Mustana Chai's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Chanel Santini Chai connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! T Mustana Chai scrambles back to his feet.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Chanel Santini Chai scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
T Mustana Chai rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Chanel Santini Chai cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Chanel Santini Chai bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps T Mustana Chai's head backwards.
Chanel Santini Chai throws a combination. T Mustana Chai tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
T Mustana Chai moves away from the strike by Chanel Santini Chai.
T Mustana Chai tries to counter with a clinch but Chanel Santini Chai shakes him off and moves away.
T Mustana Chai takes a shot to the body in his stride.
T Mustana Chai misses with a straight left.
Chanel Santini Chai with a hook.
Chanel Santini Chai keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
T Mustana Chai displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Chanel Santini Chai throws out the jab.
T Mustana Chai throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Chanel Santini Chai misses with a straight left.
Chanel Santini Chai throws out a powerful jab.
Chanel Santini Chai uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by T Mustana Chai.
T Mustana Chai throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Chanel Santini Chai lands a jab to T Mustana Chai's midsection.
Chanel Santini Chai ducks down and throws a hook to the body but T Mustana Chai moves away.#T2#
T Mustana Chai throws a hook but Chanel Santini Chai avoids it easily.
Chanel Santini Chai missing with a left hand there. T Mustana Chai was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Chanel Santini Chai throws a hook to the side of T Mustana Chai's head but T Mustana Chai sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Chanel Santini Chai seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
T Mustana Chai throws a looping overhand right but Chanel Santini Chai ducks down to avoid it.
Chanel Santini Chai bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of T Mustana Chai's head.
Chanel Santini Chai is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Chanel Santini Chai throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
T Mustana Chai steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Chanel Santini Chai.
Chanel Santini Chai bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#CL2#
T Mustana Chai has managed to clinch.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Chanel Santini Chai fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Chanel Santini Chai swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Chanel Santini Chai doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
And that's the end of the fight!
Chanel Santini Chai showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Chanel Santini Chai has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1 round of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 10:9
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 10:9
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 10:9
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chanel Santini Chai!
During a confident post fight interview, Chanel Santini Chai thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SSG 216 Ibrahim vs Ieyasu
Date: Oct 22, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; T Mustana Chai! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 1 losses; Yuri Prochazka!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Edson Gomes and Luis Engracia.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Prochazka closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Chai's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Chai (0) vs (2) Prochazka
Prochazka trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Chai working a defensive guard here.
Prochazka sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Chai's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Prochazka trying to mount his opponent but Chai defends it.
Prochazka prevents Chai from improving his position.
Chai desperately trying to maintain half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chai trying to control here.
#T1##SUB2#
Prochazka seems to be looking for submissions.
Prochazka works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (0) vs (5) Prochazka
Chai is not content to let Prochazka control the position.
Prochazka tries to move into full mount but can't pass Chai's legs.
Chai is not content to let Prochazka control the position. #T2#
Chai is looking to reverse the position.
Chai wants to control but Prochazka postures up.
Chai is not content to let Prochazka control the position.
Prochazka advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Chai (0) vs (7) Prochazka
Prochazka trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T3##SUB2#
Prochazka looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Chai wants to control but Prochazka is having none of it.
Prochazka forces the positional change into back control. Score +3 for taking back: Chai (0) vs (10) Prochazka
Chai prevents Prochazka from getting a body triangle.#T4#
Chai breaks Prochazka's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chai (2) vs (10) Prochazka
Prochazka not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB2#
Prochazka working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Chai has passed into half guard!
Chai wants to free his trapped foot but Prochazka is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Prochazka tries to get to full guard but Chai has control of the leg.
Chai wants to take a breather but Prochazka is having none of it.
Prochazka is controlling Chai's trapped leg to prevent Chai from advancing to side control.#T5#
Chai wants to pass to mount but Prochazka is defending the position.
Chai trying to control from half guard but Prochazka is working away.
Chai wants to pass the guard but Prochazka is defending well.
Prochazka is trying to get back to full guard.
Chai frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (5) vs (10) Prochazka#T6#
Chai tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Chai is stalling here but it's allowed Prochazka to get half guard.
Chai is looking to advance position but Prochazka won't allow it.
Prochazka is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Chai's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Chai's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Chai (5) vs (14) Prochazka
Chai tries to roll but Prochazka sticks to his back.
Chai looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #SUB2#
Prochazka looking for the choke but no joy. #T7##SUB2#
Prochazka looking for the choke but no joy.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Prochazka's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Well, with Prochazka on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Chai is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Chai is in bad spot here.
#T8##SUB2#
Prochazka is looking for the choke from the back position but Chai is controlling his hands well.
Chai trying to control the position but Prochazka manages to sink in the hooks.
Good control from Prochazka.
Chai is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Prochazka is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Chai has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Prochazka is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Chai has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB2#
Prochazka is looking for the choke from the back position but Chai is controlling his hands well. #T9##SUB2#
Prochazka is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Prochazka's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Chai is trying to break free.
Prochazka wants to control but Chai is keeping busy.#SUB2#
Chai is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
#SUB2#
Prochazka is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Chai defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #T10#
Chai is really stuck here.
Chai trying to control the hands but Prochazka won't let him. #T11##SUB2#
Chai showing good submission defense here.
Chai turns into Prochazka and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chai (7) vs (14) Prochazka
Prochazka lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chai (7) vs (16) Prochazka
Chai is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Chai is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Prochazka is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Prochazka looking to pass the guard. #T12#
Prochazka trying to control but Chai is working from the bottom.
Chai looking to control.
Prochazka trying to control but Chai is working from the bottom.
Prochazka passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Prochazka 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.
#T13#
Chai has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Prochazka is working away from the top position though.
Chai is trying is best to control the position here.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Prochazka in particular looking to stall.#T14#
Chai is trying to maintain the position but Prochazka is very close to passing his half guard.
Chai is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Chai slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Prochazka is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Prochazka trying to control the position from guard on top but Chai is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chai tries to land a sweep but no joy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Prochazka wins on points by 16 to 7.
Our winner, Yuri Prochazka, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
SSG 210 Kersikov vs Ibrahim
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 London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; T Mustana Chai! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Ferdinand Lascombe!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Daniel Cesar and Seu Braga.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Lascombe throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Chai's waist but Chai gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Lascombe off to one side.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Lascombe 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.#CL#
Chai clinches up against the cage.#TD#
Chai has hold of one of Lascombe's legs. Lascombe is fighting the takedown attempt but Chai gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Chai (2) vs (0) Lascombe#SUB2#
Lascombe working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Chai doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Chai manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Chai stopping the sweep attempt from Lascombe.
Chai passes Lascombe's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Lascombe is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Still in half guard, Chai seems content to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chai has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Lascombe wants to get back to full guard.#T1#
Lascombe wants to control but Chai is keeping busy.
Chai takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Chai's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Lascombe is looking for a sweep. Chai is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Chai is taking a breather. Lascombe 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.
Chai wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lascombe keeps working. #SUB#
Chai is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Lascombe regains full guard. Nicely done. #T2##SUB2#
Lascombe is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Lascombe is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Chai defends well.#SUB2#
Lascombe looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Lascombe is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Chai won't allow Lascombe to sweep him here. #T3#
Chai is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Lascombe bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Chai's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chai (2) vs (2) Lascombe
Lascombe trying to control the position from guard on top but Chai is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chai has Lascombe pulled in close to control his posture.
Lascombe wants to control from the top but Chai keeps moving. #SUB2#
Lascombe drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Chai manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Lascombe has Chai in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chai (4) vs (2) Lascombe
Lascombe looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lascombe wants to hit a sweep here but Chai passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Lascombe there! Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (7) vs (2) Lascombe
Chai works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Chai (10) vs (2) Lascombe#T4#
Lascombe is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Lascombe trying to control the action but Chai just sinks the hooks in.
Lascombe can't escape the position.
Chai slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Lascombe rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Chai takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Lascombe wants to improve his position but Chai is controlling well.
Chai stalling. #T5#
Lascombe wants to get back to full guard.
Chai content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Lascombe works his way to full guard. Good work.
Chai is stalling in the full guard.
Lascombe wants to sweep here but Chai controlling him for the moment. #T6#
Chai stays in close to Lascombe's body and controls the position.
Lascombe looking to hit a scissor sweep but Chai is one step ahead there.
Lascombe working a defensive guard here.
Lascombe looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lascombe has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Chai has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (13) vs (2) Lascombe
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lascombe tries to bench press Chai off him but Chai keeps the position.
Chai wants to control but Lascombe is keeping him busy. #T7#
Chai just content to control the position.
Lascombe is not content to let Chai control the position.
Lascombe is being controlled here. #SUB#
Chai is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Lascombe has escaped the position, nice work there.
Lascombe manages to work his way to half guard, despite Chai's best efforts.
Lascombe gets back to full guard.
Chai is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T8##SUB2#
Lascombe has his foot on Chai's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Chai works his way back into a safe position though.
Chai pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lascombe is keeping the position for now.
Lascombe looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Chai is stalling in the full guard.
Chai wants to control from the top but Lascombe keeps moving. #SUB2#
Lascombe working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Chai doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Chai manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Chai avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T9#
Chai 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.
Lascombe is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Chai showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Lascombe is trying to control the position but Chai postures up. #SUB2#
Lascombe working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Chai doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Chai manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Chai trying to control the position from guard on top but Lascombe is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T10##SUB2#
Lascombe has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Chai can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Chai engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB2#
Lascombe is looking for a triangle but Chai pushes his legs off easily.
Lascombe keeping full guard, as Chai tries to pass. #SUB2#
Lascombe throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Chai escapes and throws Lascombe's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (16) vs (2) Lascombe#T11#
A lull in the action here.
Lascombe gets back to half guard.
Chai content to control rather than advance. #T12#
Lascombe is looking to control Chai's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Lascombe avoid being mounted?
Lascombe tries to roll over but Chai keeps him under control.
Chai moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (19) vs (2) Lascombe#SUB#
Chai wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Lascombe, who protects the arm well.
Lascombe is trying to get back to half guard.
Lascombe stops Chai from passing to mount. #T13#
Chai working away.
Lascombe seems a little lost for a moment, as Chai dominates the positioning.
Chai has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Lascombe! Score +2 for reaching mount: Chai (21) vs (2) Lascombe
Chai looking to control and managing it successfully.
Chai fails to take his opponent's back.
Chai looking to control and managing it successfully.
Lascombe 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: Chai (21) vs (4) Lascombe#SUB2#
Lascombe is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Chai is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Chai has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chai (23) vs (4) Lascombe#T14##SUB2#
Lascombe escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Chai gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Chai not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Chai preventing the sweep.
Chai works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Lascombe tries to get to full guard but Chai has control of the leg.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lascombe works his way to full guard. Good work.
Chai sitting in guard here, content to control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Chai takes the fight on points by 23 to 4.
Our winner, T Mustana Chai, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
SSG 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 London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; T Mustana Chai! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 8 losses; Mac Ryan!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Mauricio Rocha and Leandro Rodrigues.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Ryan tries for a takedown but Chai sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Chai tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Ryan manages to circle out of the way.
Mac Ryan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ryan shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Chai as he jumps to the side. #TD2#
Ryan shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Chai manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Chai (0) vs (2) Ryan
Chai pulls Ryan in to control the position.
Ryan trying to control the position from guard on top but Chai is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chai looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Chai keeping moving, preventing Ryan from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chai looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T1#
Chai has Ryan pulled in close to control his posture.
Ryan trying to control but Chai is working from the bottom.
Chai lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chai (2) vs (2) Ryan
Ryan wants to sweep but no luck.
Ryan keeping full guard, as Chai tries to pass.
Ryan controls Chai momentarily but Chai frees himself.
Chai pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ryan is keeping the position for now.
Chai is stalling in the full guard. #T2#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Ryan holds on and takes a little breather. #SUB2#
Ryan looking for a guillotine here but Chai defends easily.
#SUB2#
Ryan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Chai gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Chai is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2#
Chai got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ryan has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Chai has managed to get both his arms back between Ryan's legs - danger averted.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Chai looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Ryan looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #SUB2#
Ryan has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Chai can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Chai is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T4#
Ryan is trying to keep Chai in close.
Chai forces his way into half guard.
Chai controlling the pace.
Ryan is looking for a sweep. Chai is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chai controlling the action here.
Chai wants to pass the guard but Ryan is defending well. #SUB2#
Ryan actively working from the bottom here.#T5##SUB#
Chai wants to work for an arm triangle but Ryan is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Chai is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Chai looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Ryan wants to control but Chai is keeping busy.
#T6#
Chai with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB2#
Ryan looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Chai pushes past his half guard into mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (5) vs (2) Ryan
Ryan is squirming around, avoiding Chai's attempts to control the action.
Chai sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Ryan 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: Chai (5) vs (4) Ryan
Chai seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Ryan trying to control the position from guard on top but Chai is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T7#
Chai is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Ryan trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Chai manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chai (7) vs (4) Ryan
Chai stopping the sweep attempt from Ryan.
Chai trying to control the position from guard on top but Ryan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chai stopping the sweep attempt from Ryan.
Ryan controls Chai momentarily but Chai frees himself.
Ryan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Chai is one step ahead there.
Chai looking to pass the guard. #T8#
Chai sitting in guard here, content to control.
Chai's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Ryan not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Chai tries to free his leg and advance position but Ryan is retaining full guard.
Ryan being controlled here, momentarily.
Ryan trying to keep a closed guard but Chai is proving a slippery customer.
Ryan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Chai is one step ahead there.
Chai stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ryan swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T9#
Ryan wants to control but Chai passes easily into half guard.
Ryan moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Chai tries to free his leg and advance position but Ryan is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Ryan looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Chai has picked Ryan up and slammed him! Ryan can't keep hold of the triangle and Chai manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (10) vs (4) Ryan
A lull in the action here.
Ryan wants to control but Chai postures up.#T10#
Ryan is letting Chai control him for a moment.
Chai tries to advance to mount but can't.
Chai taking a breather here.
Ryan wants to control but Chai postures up.#T11#
Ryan tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Chai wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
Chai working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Ryan is looking to regain half guard here but Chai keeps moving and retains side control.
Ryan is still trying to improve position.
Ryan trying to remain calm as Chai controls from the top position.
Chai working away.
Chai controlling the position from side mount. #T12#
Ryan sneaks back into half guard.
Chai passes into side control, despite Ryan's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (13) vs (4) Ryan
Chai wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ryan keeps working.
Chai happy to just control the position for now. #T13#
Ryan tries to bench press Chai off him but Chai keeps the position.
Chai trying to control the position but Ryan is working away.
Ryan is letting Chai control him for a moment.
Ryan tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ryan stops Chai from passing to mount.
Chai trying to control the position but Ryan is working away.
Chai happy to just control the position for now. #T14#
Ryan tries to buck Chai off but Chai is having none of it.
The referee asks Chai politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Chai prefers to stall for the moment though.
Further stalling from Chai.
Chai tries to move into full mount but can't pass Ryan's legs.
The referee asks Chai politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Chai prefers to stall for the moment though.
Ryan tries to buck Chai off but Chai is having none of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Chai controls the position.
Ryan is looking for a sweep.
Ryan prevents Chai from improving position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Chai takes the fight on points by 13 to 4.
T Mustana Chai thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SSG 192 Schaubi vs Bik
Date: Aug 27, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; T Mustana Chai! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 7 losses; Leenart Kuningas!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, Ian Loll and Yves DeLean.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Kuningas darts in looking for a takedown but Chai gets double underhooks and turns Kuningas into the cage.
As Kuningas tries to get set, Chai tries to push him back and clinch up but Kuningas manages to avoid the attempt.#CL#
Chai gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD#
Chai is trying to trip Kuningas. He has hold of a leg but Kuningas is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Chai persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Chai (2) vs (0) Kuningas
Kuningas looking to hit a scissor sweep but Chai is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Kuningas has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Chai should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Kuningas has tightened it up now! Chai should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Leenart Kuningas! |
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Event:
SSG 180 Philbert vs Gaul
Date: Jul 30, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; T Mustana Chai! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Bill Lauren!
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, Trevor Gratis and Elvis Blanc.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Chai has Lauren up against the cage in a clinch.
#TD#
Chai has picked Lauren up - he's going for a ride! Chai dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Chai (2) vs (0) Lauren
Chai is thwarting Lauren's attempts to control the position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Chai in particular looking to stall.
Chai seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Lauren for as long as he can get away with.
Chai will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Lauren is positioning himself well to prevent Chai advancing to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chai looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T1#
Chai continues to stall.
Chai is pressing down on Lauren's thigh, looking to free his foot. Lauren is holding on for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Chai content to control rather than advance. #T2#
Chai uses his free foot to push down on Lauren's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Lauren. Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (5) vs (0) Lauren
Chai takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Lauren is working to get back to half guard.
Lauren is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Chai tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Lauren 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.
Chai knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Lauren on the ground.#T3#
Chai wants to pass to mount but Lauren is defending the position.
Lauren wants to control but Chai is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Lauren holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Chai prevents Lauren from improving his position.
Lauren wants to control but Chai is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Chai tries to pass to full mount but Lauren defends it.
Lauren wants to get back to full guard but Chai has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (8) vs (0) Lauren
Lauren can't do much from the bottom here.
Chai moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #T4#
Chai has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Chai (10) vs (0) Lauren
Lauren wants to hold on but Chai pushes him away.
Chai pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Lauren manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB2#
Lauren is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Chai pulls his head out easily.
Chai passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (13) vs (0) Lauren#T5#
Lauren tries to hold on but Chai postures up.
Chai content just to control the position here.
Lauren 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.
Chai tries to pass the half guard into mount. Lauren knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Chai is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T6#
Lauren trying to control here.
Still in half guard, Chai seems content to control.
More hug and hope from Chai.
Lauren wants to get back to full guard.
Lauren keeping hold of Chai's head, controlling as best he can.
Chai is controlling the pace.
#T7#
Chai uses his free foot to push down on Lauren's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Lauren. Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (16) vs (0) Lauren
Lauren is wriggling around trying to escape.
Lauren is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Chai controlling the position easily from mount.
Lauren tries to lock up and control but Chai gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T8#
Lauren is looking to get to half guard.
Chai controlling from mount.
Lauren is controlling an arm, preventing Chai from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Chai controlling from mount.
Lauren is working to get back to half guard.
#T9#
Lauren tries to hold on but Chai postures up.
Lauren keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Chai seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Lauren is holding on tight.
Chai tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Chai has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T10#
Lauren is looking to get to half guard.#T11#
Lauren wants to control but Chai is having none of it.
Lauren is in all sorts of trouble here.
Chai avoids the attempt from Lauren to control.
Chai fails to move to back control.
Chai controlling from the full mount.
Lauren keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T12#
Chai takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Chai fails to advance to Lauren's back.
Chai forces the positional change into back control. Score +3 for taking back: Chai (19) vs (0) Lauren
Lauren trying to control the hands but Chai breaks the grip.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
#T13#
Lauren manages to reverse the position and now he's in Chai's guard. Nice work there by Lauren.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chai (19) vs (2) Lauren
Lauren advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Chai (19) vs (5) Lauren
Chai struggling a bit here.#T14#
Chai is looking to reverse the position.
Lauren looking to control but instead Chai has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Lauren controlling the pace.
Chai is staying active underneath Lauren, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Chai on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Chai tries to get out of the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lauren is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB2#
Lauren is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Chai has managed to free his arm - good work.
And that's the end of the fight!
Chai takes the fight on points by 19 to 5.
A victorious T Mustana Chai thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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