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Event:
FCL - 62
Date: Nov 02, 2024 |
#R1#
The fighters circling - Mesquita throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A jab from Nichols finds it's way through Mesquita's defenses.
Mesquita ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nichols moves away.#CL2#
Nichols moves into the clinch.
Nichols tries to circle away but Mesquita has him pinned against the cage.#BC2#
Nichols breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
We've been informed that Nichols has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Mesquita slips a jab and a cross from Nichols.
Mesquita uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nichols.
Nichols thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nichols throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Paul Nichols seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mesquita ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nichols throws a right hand that Mesquita ducks under and follows up with a left that Mesquita also avoids with ease.
A big right from Nichols misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nichols takes a swing at Mesquita's ribcage but misses.
Nichols throws an off balance right hand
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and Mesquita decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Nichols's guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Nichols can do anything to dispel that myth.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nichols wants to stand but Mesquita is controlling the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mesquita trying to control but Nichols is working from the bottom. #T1#
Mesquita postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Mesquita lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Mesquita trying to control the position from guard on top but Nichols is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mesquita postures up in Nichols's guard and throws a big left but Nichols blocks it.
Mesquita missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Mesquita trying to control the position from guard on top but Nichols is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mesquita throws a big elbow that misses.
Mesquita 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.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Mesquita accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Nichols avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T2#
Mesquita is in close to Nichols's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB#
Mesquita 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.
Nichols is looking to stand up but Mesquita isn't so interested in that idea.
Mesquita scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mesquita is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Mesquita postures up and lands a big shot to Nichols's brow.
Mesquita is working Nichols over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Mesquita tries to free his leg and advance position but Nichols is retaining full guard.
Nichols really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Mesquita. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Mesquita stops Nichols from standing up.
Mesquita loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T3#
Mesquita throws a big right hand that misses.
Nichols utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Mesquita in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Mesquita trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Mesquita stops Nichols from standing up.
Mesquita stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nichols swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Mesquita throws a big right hand that misses.
Mesquita connects with a couple of short punches.
Mesquita throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB#
Mesquita drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Mesquita jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Mesquita trying to control the position from guard on top but Nichols is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Mesquita is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Mesquita lands a couple of elbows.
Mesquita distracts Nichols with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Nichols has momentary wrist control but Mesquita slips an elbow through the middle.
Mesquita trying to control but Nichols is working from the bottom.
Mesquita trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mesquita advances position into side control!
Mesquita in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ian Mesquita dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Nichols missing with a left hand there. Mesquita was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
It looked like Mesquita wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A big left from Mesquita misses.
Mesquita ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mesquita tries to move into range but Nichols moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Nichols throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mesquita takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Nichols throws a looping overhand right but Mesquita ducks down to avoid it.
A jab from Nichols does it's job there.
Nichols throws a body kick that misses
and Mesquita counters with a nice body shot. #TD#
Mesquita decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Mesquita trying to mount his opponent but Nichols defends it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mesquita throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Mesquita looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Nichols with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Mesquita trying to control the pace. #T1#
Nichols won't allow Mesquita to pass to mount.
Ian Mesquita overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Mesquita scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Mesquita in particular looking to stall.
Mesquita scoring with strikes to the body and head. #SUB#
Mesquita is working for a submission of some sort.
Mesquita throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T2#
Mesquita looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Nichols wants to get back to his feet.
Mesquita trying to control the action but Nichols is working from the bottom.
Mesquita trying to mount his opponent but Nichols defends it. #T3#
Mesquita lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Nichols on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Nichols taking some punishment here, with Mesquita in his half guard.
Mesquita thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Nichols's head.
Mesquita controlling the pace.
Mesquita thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Nichols's head.
Mesquita looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Nichols with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Mesquita working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #T4##SUB#
Mesquita is working for a kimura but Nichols is defending it quite comfortably.
Mesquita is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nichols can do to turn this around?
Mesquita thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Mesquita looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Nichols is not content to let Mesquita control the position.
Nichols tries to kick Mesquita off but Mesquita keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Mesquita is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Nichols is just riding it out for now. Mesquita eventually gives up the hold.
Mesquita wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nichols keeps working.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ian Mesquita dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
The crowd cheers as Nichols lands an impressive looking overhand right. Mesquita doesn't seem phased though.
Mesquita uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Nichols.
Nichols wants to land a leg kick but Mesquita is out of range.
Nichols just misses with a punch to the body.
Paul Nichols seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nichols loads up on a big right hand but Mesquita slips the punch.
Nichols moves out of range as Mesquita strikes.
Nichols misses with a looping left.
Mesquita was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Nichols jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nichols moves forwards but Mesquita connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Nichols misses the shot to the body.
Mesquita looks to score with a jab to the body but Nichols is just out of range.
Nichols avoids the body shot from Mesquita.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mesquita jabs at Nichols's body.
Mesquita misses with a hook. Nichols ducked under it nicely.
Nichols has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Nichols there as he acknowledges the shot.
Mesquita looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nichols 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.
Mesquita cracks a nice hook into Nichols's ribs.
Mesquita defending well as Nichols loads up on a big left hand. #T1#
Mesquita displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Nichols throws out the jab.
Nichols avoids the body shot from Mesquita.
Nichols unleashes a big counter combination but Mesquita bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Nichols throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mesquita moves out of range as Nichols strikes.
Mesquita dodges the punch combination from Nichols.
Nichols fails to land with a series of punches.
Mesquita slips a jab from Nichols.
Mesquita throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mesquita cracks a nice hook into Nichols's ribs.
Nichols takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Nichols looks to land a combination but Mesquita avoids it well.
Mesquita ducks under a wild hook from Nichols.
Nichols throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mesquita sees it coming and avoids it easily.#TD#
Mesquita throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Nichols tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Mesquita is in Nichols's guard.
Nichols is looking to stand back up but Mesquita counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Nichols.
Nichols takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
This has been an exciting period of action!#REVB#
Mesquita sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Nichols defending well though. #T2##SUB#
Mesquita is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nichols sees it coming and defends easily.
Mesquita not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Mesquita in particular looking to stall.
Mesquita not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Nichols on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Mesquita works his foot free and advances to mount.
Mesquita with shots to the head and body - Nichols looks very uncomfortable down there. #T3#
Mesquita is landing with some decent strikes but Nichols is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Mesquita lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
#SUB#
Mesquita working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Mesquita unloading with bombs!
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Mesquita cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Mesquita loads up on a couple of big shots to the head that have Nichols scrambling to escape. He can't get free though and several more unanswered shots from Mesquita land to the head. The referee has no choice but to stop the fight. Mesquita stands and salutes the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ian Mesquita! |
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Event:
FCL - 56
Date: Sep 29, 2024 |
#R1#
Mesquita shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Dux as he avoids it easily.
Dux tries to clinch but Mesquita moves out of range.
Mesquita shoots for a takedown but Dux saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Dux fails with an attempt to clinch.
Mesquita avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Mesquita swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#KD2#
Dux cracks Mesquita with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Mesquita looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Dux finish him?
#CUT2#It looks like Ian Mesquita has been cut.
Dux takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mesquita misses with a shot to the body
and Dux counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Dux fails to land with a series of punches.
Mesquita rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Dux counters with a lovely straight right hand!#ROC2#Mesquita is rocked!#T1#
Mesquita ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dux moves away.
Dux tries to clinch up.
Dux uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mesquita.
Dux swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Mesquita, as that shot connected.
Mesquita takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Oh Mesquita is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Dux throws a jab but it's blocked by Mesquita.
Mesquita seems to have got his legs back now.
Dux misses with a hook
enabling Mesquita to counter with a crisp jab.
Mesquita takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Dux scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Mesquita fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Dux on the side of the head.
Dux throws a left jab followed by a right to the body, Oh Mesquita colapses and takes a barrage of punches from Dux as he moves to mount! the ref stops the fight and Mesquita is left battered and dazed whilst Dux and his camp cheer!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Frank Dux!
Frank Dux is the new welterweight champion!
An out of breath Frank Dux 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:
FCL - 50
Date: Aug 31, 2024 |
#R1#
Nice shot lands for Mesquita.
Sweet jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Mesquita connects with a body shot that sends Sweet's belly button to the back.
Sweet tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Sweet fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mesquita manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Sweet clinches with his opponent.
Mesquita tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sweet misses with a body punch.
Mesquita tries for a takedown. No joy.
Mesquita is leaning against Sweet and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Sweet tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Mesquita looking for a takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Mesquita's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Sweet connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Mesquita uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Sweet has time to react.
Mesquita lands a jab to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mesquita scores with a jab to the head.
The fighters circling - Sweet throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T1#
Mesquita keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sweet.
Mesquita avoids the body shot from Sweet.
Mesquita appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Sweet jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sweet takes a swing at Mesquita's ribcage but misses.
Ricky Sweet is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Mesquita tries for a takedown but Sweet circles away easily#CL2#
and Sweet holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ian Mesquita. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sweet creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Sweet swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mesquita dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Sweet misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mesquita lands a left hand.
Sweet is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD#
Mesquita gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Sweet regains guard.
Mesquita missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T2#
Mesquita throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Mesquita trying to control the position from guard on top but Sweet is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sweet preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Mesquita wants to control from the top but Sweet keeps moving.
Sweet wants to stand and escape but Mesquita is having none of it.
Sweet is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Mesquita dives into side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mesquita in side control, throwing shots but Sweet defends.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sweet defending against the ground and pound. #T3##SUB#
Mesquita tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sweet dodges the ground and pound from Mesquita.
Mesquita working the body and head with strikes.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Sweet can do anything to dispel that myth.
Mesquita throws a strike aimed at the side of Sweet's head but Sweet avoids it well.
Mesquita grinds an elbow into Sweet's temple.
Sloppy strikes there by Mesquita.#SUB#
Mesquita goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Sweet rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Mesquita's guard! Nice work there by Sweet! #SUB#
Mesquita has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Sweet can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T4#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Mesquita is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Mesquita not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Sweet really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Mesquita. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Mesquita trying to control from half guard but Sweet is working away.
Mesquita throwing shots but Sweet is blocking nicely.
Mesquita sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Sweet defending well though.
Mesquita missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mesquita prevents Sweet from standing back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ian Mesquita dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2##TD#
Mesquita fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Sweet sprawls well initially but Mesquita persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Mesquita thows a huge punch but Sweet dodges it nicely.
Mesquita is taking a breather. Sweet 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.
Sweet tries to kick Mesquita off but Mesquita keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Mesquita passes to side control.
Mesquita tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mesquita working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Mesquita creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Sweet sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Mesquita throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Mesquita cracks Sweet with a big elbow. #T1#
Sweet is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Sweet parries the strikes from Mesquita easily there. Mesquita is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Sweet to escape.
#SUB#
Mesquita is trying to get an arm triangle but Sweet is defending well.
Mesquita throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Mesquita controlling the position from side mount. #SUB#
Mesquita swings around for an armbar but Sweet sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Mesquita's guard.#SUB#
Mesquita is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T2##SUB#
Mesquita working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Sweet has passed into half guard!
Mesquita is looking for a sweep. Sweet is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Mesquita is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Belmiro Academy, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T3#
Mesquita is trying to control but can't.
Sweet seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Mesquita does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Mesquita is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Sweet wants to pass the guard but Mesquita is defending well. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Mesquita trying to control but Sweet postures up.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#SUB#
Mesquita looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Sweet pushes past his half guard into mount!
Mesquita working to try and regain half guard.
Mesquita 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mesquita has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Sweet is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Mesquita looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ian Mesquita dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R3#
Sweet keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sweet thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sweet throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Mesquita slips a straight right by Sweet.
Sweet bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Mesquita's head backwards.
Sweet is looking to clinch.
Decent striking displayed by Sweet there.
Sweet just misses with a punch to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Mesquita misses the target.
Sweet tries to clinch up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Mesquita closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Sweet's guard.
Mesquita is looking to work some ground and pound but Sweet has wrist control.
Mesquita in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Mesquita with a flurry of punches that miss. #T1#
Sweet working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Mesquita.
Mesquita pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sweet is keeping the position for now.
Mesquita is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Mesquita loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Sweet keeping full guard, as Mesquita tries to pass.
Sweet working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Mesquita.
Mesquita scoring with punches to the head and body.
Sweet utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Mesquita looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Mesquita with a flurry of punches that miss.
Mesquita throwing strikes but missing.
Sweet keeping moving, preventing Mesquita from controlling successfully.
Mesquita is looking to work some ground and pound but Sweet has wrist control.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Mesquita throws out a powerful jab.
Mesquita blocks a jab.
Sweet tries to clinch up.
Mesquita connects with a jab.
Mesquita throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Sweet's waist but Sweet gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Mesquita off to one side.
Ian Mesquita is winning the standup battle so far.#T3#
Sweet wants to clinch up but Mesquita keeps it at a distance.
Mesquita lands with a right hand.
Sweet throws a hook to the side of Mesquita's head but Mesquita sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mesquita darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Mesquita tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sweet was well out of range. Poor timing from Mesquita.
Sweet just misses with a punch to the body.
Sweet tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Mesquita paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Mesquita scores with a shot to the body.
Sweet swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Mesquita counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sweet wants to clinch up but Mesquita keeps it at a distance.
It looked like Mesquita wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#CL2#
Mesquita tries to keep at a distance but Sweet has taken the fight into the clinch.
Sweet has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Mesquita seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Sweet can turn it around.
Sweet stops a takedown attempt from Mesquita.
Mesquita is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sweet can do to turn this around?
Mesquita is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Sweet is defending well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ian Mesquita. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
Mesquita can't get the takedown.
Mesquita lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Mesquita tries to circle away but Sweet has him pinned against the cage.
Sweet scores with a nice hook to the head.
Mesquita wants to take the fight to the mat but Sweet manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD#
Mesquita turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Sweet is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Mesquita is controlling him well.
Mesquita 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.
Sweet is working to avoid the ground and pound but Mesquita connects with a decent elbow.
Sweet avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Mesquita.
Mesquita misses with the ground and pound.
Mesquita working the body and head with strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ian Mesquita clearly takes that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R4#
Mesquita works the jab nicely.
Ricky Sweet has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sweet slips under a jab.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Mesquita.
Sweet looks to clinch
and Mesquita counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
The fight stays on the outside here - Sweet looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Sweet is looking to clinch but Mesquita is avoiding it.
A swing and a miss from Sweet.
Sweet throws a right hand that misses
#TD#
and Mesquita counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Sweet!
Mesquita throws an elbow but Sweet slips to the side and avoids it well.
Mesquita lands a decent elbow from side control.
Mesquita working the strikes but Sweet uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Mesquita is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sweet is just riding it out for now. Mesquita eventually gives up the hold. #T1#
Mesquita missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Sweet keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Mesquita with the ground and pound but Sweet uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Sweet is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Mesquita lands a couple of digs.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Mesquita accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Mesquita tries to free his leg and advance position but Sweet is retaining full guard.
Sweet keeping moving, preventing Mesquita from controlling successfully.
Ian Mesquita overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Mesquita throws a big right hand that misses.
Mesquita makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Sweet utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Sweet avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Mesquita loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Mesquita trying to control but Sweet is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Sweet drops his hands momentarily and Mesquita takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Ricky Sweet seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3##CL2#
Sweet closes the distance and clinches.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Sweet just misses with a elbow thrown towards Mesquita's brow.
Sweet doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#BC#
Mesquita breaks from the clinch.
Mesquita throws a body shot but no joy.
Mesquita goes for a double leg but Sweet avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Sweet continues to drive forward.
Sweet misses with a punch to the body.
Sweet's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Mesquita blocks an uppercut.
Mesquita has Sweet pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Sweet manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Sweet misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mesquita blocks an elbow strike.
With the fighters up against the cage, Sweet throws an elbow but misses. #T4#
Sweet gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Mesquita.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ian Mesquita. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sweet gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Mesquita.
Ricky Sweet seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Sweet tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sweet lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Sweet doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mesquita takes an elbow to the forehead.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mesquita has Sweet pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Sweet manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Mesquita blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mesquita takes an elbow to the forehead.
Sweet tries to throw a body punch but Mesquita avoids it by throwing Sweet back against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close fourth round but I would say that Ian Mesquita will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R5#
Mesquita connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Sweet throws a predictable looking body shot
and Sweet takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sweet misses with a right hand
and Mesquita counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Sweet thinking.
Sweet tries to clinch up
and Mesquita counters with a nice uppercut.
Mesquita keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sweet.
Mesquita scores with a sloppy right hand. Sweet should have avoided that one.
No luck for Mesquita with that takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sweet tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Mesquita manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Mesquita dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sweet lands a body shot.
Sweet takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T1##CL2#
Sweet moves into range and clinches up with Mesquita.
Sweet lands an elbow inside.
Mesquita is working for takedown but Sweet is calmly controlling the position for now.
Sweet swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sweet doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sweet lands an elbow just above Mesquita 's eye.
Sweet doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mesquita has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Sweet avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ian Mesquita. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sweet fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sweet pushes off an throws an elbow but Mesquita leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Mesquita blocks a body shot from Sweet.
Mesquita blocks an elbow strike from Sweet.
Sweet lands a nice shot to the body.
Sweet gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Mesquita.
#T2#
Mesquita is trying to maintain a safe position but Sweet gets an underhook and turns Mesquita into the cage.
Mesquita looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Sweet lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Sweet tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Sweet.
Mesquita prevents a body shot from Sweet.
Sweet prevents the takedown attempt.
Sweet throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Mesquita avoids a wild elbow strike from Sweet.#TD#
Mesquita gets a trip takedown into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mesquita throws a strike but Sweet avoids it easily and moves to full guard.#T3#
Sweet is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Mesquita is controlling him.
Mesquita is looking to work some ground and pound but Sweet has wrist control.
Mesquita keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Sweet's head.
Mesquita with a flurry of punches that miss.
Mesquita loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Sweet utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Mesquita stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sweet swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sweet has momentary wrist control but Mesquita slips an elbow through the middle.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Mesquita forces his way into half guard.
Mesquita is looking to take a break and control but Sweet is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Mesquita is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Mesquita is trying to work for a kimura but Sweet is defending well.
Ian Mesquita is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SUB2#
Sweet actively working from the bottom here.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Ian Mesquita.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Mesquita, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 49:46
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 49:46
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 50:45
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ian Mesquita!
Ian Mesquita retains his welterweight title! |
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Event:
FCL - 46
Date: Aug 09, 2024 |
#R1##TD2#
Claude looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Mesquita is looking for a sweep. Claude is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Claude performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Mesquita slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Claude really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Mesquita. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Claude got a little sloppy there for a moment and Mesquita has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Claude has managed to get both his arms back between Mesquita's legs - danger averted.
Mesquita wants to sweep but no luck.
Claude working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Mesquita's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Claude controls from within his opponent's guard.
Claude cracks Mesquita with a solid left hand.#T1#
Mesquita trying to control the position.
Claude preventing the sweep.
Claude connects with a couple of short punches.#SUB#
Mesquita is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Mesquita manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Claude manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Mesquita sitting in guard here, content to control.
Mesquita throws an elbow that misses. Claude uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Mesquita's guard. Nice move by Claude!#REVB#
Claude preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Mesquita looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Claude pushing down on Mesquita's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T2#
Mesquita gets full guard.
Claude loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Mesquita is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
Mesquita throws his legs up looking for a submission but Claude uses it to pass to side control.
Mesquita is trying to get back to half guard.
Claude scoring with punches and elbows.
Mesquita taking punishment in the form of punches.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mesquita prevents Claude from improving position.
Mesquita tries to improve position but can't.
Claude looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T3#
Claude is looking to take a break and control but Mesquita is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Mesquita gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Claude is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Claude trying to control the action but Mesquita is working from the bottom.
Mesquita tries to get to full guard but Claude has control of the leg.
Mesquita on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Claude is trying to control the action in half guard but Mesquita is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Claude thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Mesquita's head. #SUB#
Mesquita actively working from the bottom here.#T4#
Mesquita avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Claude.
Mesquita gets back to full guard.
Mesquita controlling Claude's posture.
Mesquita manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Claude manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Claude trying to keep a closed guard but Mesquita is proving a slippery customer.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Claude 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#
Claude is looking to stall here but Mesquita recovers full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jean Claude dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Mesquita bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Claude shoots and misses
and Mesquita cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mesquita catches Claude with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Mesquita defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Claude.
Mesquita is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Claude shoots in but no luck this time.
Ian Mesquita has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jean Claude.
Mesquita connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Mesquita punishes Claude's body with a nice straight punch.
Mesquita scores with a jab to the body.
Claude is trying hard to land a takedown here. Mesquita sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Claude dives in for a single leg takedown but Mesquita sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Mesquita scores with a jab. Claude acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Claude shoots and misses
and Mesquita counters with a straight right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Claude fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#TD2#
Mesquita gets caught napping as Claude dives in and scores a takedown. Mesquita manages to retain guard.#T1##SUB#
Mesquita has his foot on Claude's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Claude works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Mesquita looking for a guillotine here but Claude defends easily.
#SUB#
Mesquita had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Claude defends it easily.#SUB#
Mesquita has an active guard here but Claude has managed to pass into half guard.
Mesquita is not content to let Claude control the position.
Mesquita tries to get to full guard but Claude has control of the leg. #T2#
Mesquita is pressing down on Claude's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Jean Claude has got the better of the ground game so far.
Claude stopping the sweep attempt from Mesquita.
Claude with a flurry of punches that miss.
Claude postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#SUB#
Mesquita is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Claude is aware though and is defending well.
Mesquita 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.
Claude trying to control the position from guard on top but Mesquita is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Claude trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Mesquita is on top in guard.
#REVR##T3#
Mesquita landing some decent shots from guard.
Claude 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.
Claude lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Mesquita looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Claude working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Claude stopping the sweep attempt from Mesquita.
Mesquita utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Mesquita is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T4#
Claude working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Claude wants to control from the top but Mesquita keeps moving. #SUB#
Mesquita working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Claude has passed into half guard!
#SUB#
Mesquita looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Claude landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Claude thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Mesquita wants to get back to full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ian Mesquita dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R3#
Mesquita punishes Claude's body with a nice straight punch.
Claude fails with the takedown
letting Mesquita counter with a right hand.
Mesquita closes this distance looking for a takedown but Claude circles away.
Claude with a poor takedown
and Mesquita counters with a straight right hand.
Claude gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Mesquita counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ian Mesquita has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jean Claude.
Claude shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Mesquita as he avoids it easily.
Mesquita lands a jab.
Mesquita connects with a body shot that sends Claude's belly button to the back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Claude fails with a takedown attempt.
Mesquita scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Mesquita lands a body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Claude gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Mesquita counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1##TD#
Mesquita looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Claude!#SUB#
Mesquita is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Claude knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Mesquita misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Mesquita wants to control but Claude is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Mesquita wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Claude, who protects the arm well.
Mesquita misses with an attempted head punch from side control. #T2#
Mesquita wants to lay and pray for a moment but Claude keeps working. #SUB#
Mesquita wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Claude, who protects the arm well.
Claude throws a couple of punches but he's in a bad position and they don't land.
Claude takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Claude tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T3#
Mesquita trying to control the position but Claude is working away. #SUB#
Mesquita tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Mesquita has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Claude avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Mesquita.
Mesquita working the head and body with strikes.
Claude is looking to reverse the position.#T4#
Mesquita is looking to take a break and control but Claude is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Claude is looking for a sweep.
Mesquita postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
#SUB#
Mesquita is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Claude has escaped the position, nice work there.
Mesquita working the ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Mesquita goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Claude rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Mesquita's guard! Nice work there by Claude!
Mesquita tries to land a sweep but no joy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ian Mesquita clearly takes 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.#R4#
Mesquita connects with a crisp jab.
Mesquita is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Claude can do to turn this around?
Claude with a lazy takedown attempt
and Mesquita cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Claude looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Claude gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Mesquita counters with a nice uppercut.
Mesquita cracks Claude with a right hand to the side of the head.
Claude shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Mesquita counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#ROC#Claude is rocked!
Ian Mesquita has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jean Claude.
Mesquita lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Claude is still on wobbly legs! Can Mesquita finish him?#TD2#
Claude manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Mesquita on his heels. He'll look to pass Mesquita's guard now, I'm sure.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Mesquita throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Mesquita working for a triangle but Claude defends it easily.
#SUB#
Claude got a little sloppy there for a moment and Mesquita has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Claude has managed to get both his arms back between Mesquita's legs - danger averted.
Claude with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB#
Mesquita is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Claude defends well.#SUB#
Mesquita looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.#T1##SUB#
Mesquita is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Claude is stalling in the full guard.
Claude postures up in Mesquita's guard and throws a big left but Mesquita blocks it.
Claude seems to have recovered his senses.
Claude being controlled here momentarily. #SUB#
Mesquita looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Claude trying to control the position from guard on top but Mesquita is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Claude with a nice head shot there.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Claude stays in close to Mesquita's body and controls the position.
Claude trying to control but Mesquita is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Mesquita working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Claude doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Claude manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Mesquita looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Mesquita escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Claude gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Mesquita can't keep his opponent in guard - Claude advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T3#
Claude working the head and body with strikes.
Claude is just content to waste time from the top position. Mesquita takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Claude won't allow Mesquita to sweep him here. #SUB#
Mesquita looking for a triangle here. Claude is fighting it but it looks tight! Mesquita pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Claude is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:52 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Ian Mesquita!
Ian Mesquita retains his welterweight title! |
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Event:
FCL - 41
Date: Jul 12, 2024 |
#R1#
Mferi throws a jab when Mesquita was well out of range.
Mferi lands a glancing blow to the side of Mesquita's head.
Mferi looks to throw the jab but Mesquita is out of range.
Mesquita tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Mferi swivels and escapes.
Mferi throws a jab but it's blocked by Mesquita.
Mferi looks to score with a jab to the body but Mesquita is just out of range.
Mferi throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD2#
and Mesquita counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Mesquita has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Mferi defend it? Mesquita steps over the head and cranks it - Mferi is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Mesquita!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ian Mesquita!
Ian Mesquita is the new welterweight champion! |
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Event:
FCL - 35
Date: Jun 14, 2024 |
#R1#
Mesquita moves out of range of the body kick.
Eklund throws a leg kick but Mesquita sees it coming and moves out of range.
Mesquita avoids the head kick by Eklund.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Eklund lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Mesquita has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Mesquita and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Eklund scores with a nice body kick.
We've been told by Eklund's head coaches at The Tank Factory that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Eklund lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Eklund is looking to slow Mesquita down with leg kicks.
Eklund misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mesquita checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Mesquita swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Mesquita scores with a jab. Eklund acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Eklund takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Eklund buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Mesquita keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A jab from Mesquita finds it's way through Eklund's defenses.
Mesquita checks a leg kick nicely.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Eklund tries to land a leg kick but Mesquita saw it coming and moves away.
Eklund is looking to chop away at Mesquita's legs. #T1#
That kick from Eklund tenderised Mesquita's leg. Mesquita is trying to keep his angry face on.
Mesquita stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Eklund.
Eklund misses with a head kick.
Mesquita shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Eklund throws a lazy head kick #TD2#
and Mesquita counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Mesquita.
Eklund is pulling down on Mesquita's head. It's preventing any offense from Mesquita, at least for the moment.
Mesquita trying to control but Eklund is working from the bottom.
Eklund on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Eklund tries to get out of the position.
Mesquita distracts Eklund with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Mesquita slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Mesquita got a little sloppy there for a moment and Eklund has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Mesquita has managed to get both his arms back between Eklund's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Eklund working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Mesquita doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Mesquita manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T2#
Mesquita lands a couple of digs.
Mesquita lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Mesquita is in close to Eklund's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Eklund is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Mesquita postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Eklund knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Mesquita on the ground.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mesquita is in close to Eklund's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Eklund tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Mesquita landing some decent shots from guard.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Mesquita with a nice head shot there.
Mesquita trying to control the position from guard on top but Eklund is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Eklund is trying to control the position but Mesquita postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Mesquita working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Mesquita forces his way into half guard.
Eklund preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Mesquita scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Eklund taking some punishment here, with Mesquita in his half guard.
Eklund keeping control of the position.
Eklund wants to control but Mesquita is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Eklund looking for submissions off his back.
Mesquita lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Mesquita winds up and cracks Eklund with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #T4#
Eklund is looking to get back to full guard here but Mesquita has managed to pass to side control instead.
Mesquita working the ground and pound.#ROC2#Eklund is rocked!
Mesquita working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Oh Eklund is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Mesquita lands a nice forearm strike.
Mesquita scores with a big shot from side control... and another... and another! Oh Eklund is done here - save him referee! More strikes land and eventually the ref does step in and Mesquita can finally stop beating on his defenseless opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ian Mesquita! |
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Event:
SSG 304 Solo vs Elvul
Date: May 12, 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 9 wins and 4 losses; Ian Mesquita! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 3 losses; Thiago Cardosi!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Timothy Bukovac and Percy O'Donnell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Cardosi shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Mesquita (0) vs (2) Cardosi
Mesquita has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Cardosi is working away from the top position though.
Mesquita makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Mesquita.#SUB#
Mesquita throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Mesquita is adopting a defensive guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cardosi wants to pass the guard but Mesquita is keeping the position.#T1#
Mesquita wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Mesquita looking to hit a scissor sweep but Cardosi is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Mesquita has his foot on Cardosi's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Cardosi works his way back into a safe position though.
Cardosi postures up.
Cardosi trying to control the position from guard on top but Mesquita is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mesquita pulls Cardosi in to control the position. #T2#
Mesquita looking to control.
Mesquita trying to control the position here.
Mesquita not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cardosi controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Mesquita keeping moving, preventing Cardosi from controlling successfully.
Mesquita pulls Cardosi in to control the position. #T3#
Mesquita looking to control.
Mesquita being controlled here, momentarily.
Mesquita 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: Mesquita (2) vs (2) Cardosi
Cardosi manages to get to full guard.
Mesquita pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Cardosi is keeping the position for now.
Cardosi working a defensive guard here.
#T4#
Cardosi pulls Mesquita in close to prevent any damage.
Mesquita looking to sit in guard and control but Cardosi gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mesquita (2) vs (4) Cardosi
Cardosi works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Mesquita wants to improve his position but Cardosi is controlling well.
Mesquita trying to control but Cardosi postures up.
Cardosi is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T5#
Mesquita is not content to let Cardosi control the position.
Cardosi looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Mesquita has his hands clasped together around Cardosi's back. He's all about the action.
Cardosi tries to pass to full mount but Mesquita defends it.
Cardosi controlling the action here. #T6#
Mesquita desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Mesquita wants to improve his position but Cardosi is controlling well.
Cardosi wants to free his trapped foot but Mesquita is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T7#
Mesquita moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Mesquita managing to control the position.
My spies in The Forge đź‘Š inform me that Cardosi has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Cardosi is looking to advance position but Mesquita has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Mesquita (6) vs (4) Cardosi
Mesquita controlling his opponent. #T8#
Cardosi wants to hold on but Mesquita pushes him away.
Cardosi sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Cardosi trying to hold on to Mesquita's head to control him but Mesquita postures up.
Mesquita controlling the pace.
Cardosi moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Cardosi wants to sweep here but Mesquita controlling him for the moment. #T9#
Mesquita sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Mesquita trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Mesquita sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Cardosi's guard.
Mesquita wants to take a breather but Cardosi is having none of it.
Cardosi wants to control the action here but instead Mesquita manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Mesquita (9) vs (4) Cardosi
Mesquita looking to control but Cardosi is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T10#
Cardosi regains half guard.
Mesquita takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Cardosi tries to get to full guard but Mesquita has control of the leg.
Mesquita tries to pass the half guard into mount. Cardosi knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Mesquita trying to mount his opponent but Cardosi defends it.
Cardosi tries to roll over but Mesquita keeps him under control.#T11#
Mesquita sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Cardosi is not content to let Mesquita control the position.
Cardosi wants to control but Mesquita is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Mesquita content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T12#
Cardosi gets back to full guard.
Cardosi working a defensive guard here.
Cardosi keeping moving, preventing Mesquita from controlling successfully.
Mesquita won't allow Cardosi to sweep him here.
Cardosi trying to keep a closed guard but Mesquita is proving a slippery customer.
#T13#
Mesquita trying to control the position from guard on top but Cardosi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Cardosi controls Mesquita momentarily but Mesquita frees himself.
Cardosi keeping full guard, as Mesquita tries to pass.
Mesquita controls from within his opponent's guard.
Cardosi keeping moving, preventing Mesquita from controlling successfully. #T14#
Cardosi trying to control the position.
#SUB2#
Cardosi escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Mesquita gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Cardosi keeping full guard, as Mesquita tries to pass.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Mesquita avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mesquita takes the fight on points by 9 to 4.
In defeat, Thiago Cardosi stepped up to the mic, saying 'Thank you to my opponent and all the fans, my coaches and sponsors.'. |
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Event:
SSG 297 Solo vs Macker
Date: Apr 28, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 3 losses; Ian Mesquita! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Aang Chow Bhattarai!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Frank Antenori and Percy O'Donnell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Bhattarai changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Mesquita looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Mesquita (0) vs (4) Bhattarai#SUB2#
Bhattarai tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Bhattarai working away.#SUB2#
Bhattarai working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Mesquita tries to buck Bhattarai off but Bhattarai is having none of it.#SUB2#
Bhattarai wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Mesquita, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Bhattarai wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Mesquita, who protects the arm well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Bhattarai tries for a kimura but Mesquita is defending well. #T1#
Mesquita is trying to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mesquita manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Mesquita is looking to control Bhattarai's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Mesquita avoid being mounted?
Mesquita is pressing down on Bhattarai's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Bhattarai drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Mesquita manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Bhattarai has Mesquita in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mesquita (2) vs (4) Bhattarai#SUB2#
Bhattarai throws his legs up looking for a submission but Mesquita uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Mesquita (5) vs (4) Bhattarai
Bhattarai is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Mesquita is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Mesquita (7) vs (4) Bhattarai
Bhattarai looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T2#
Bhattarai working to try and regain half guard.
Mesquita controlling from the full mount.
Bhattarai is squirming around, avoiding Mesquita's attempts to control the action.
Bhattarai wants to control but Mesquita is having none of it.
Bhattarai is squirming around, avoiding Mesquita's attempts to control the action.
Bhattarai working to try and regain half guard.
Mesquita trying to control but Bhattarai is having none of it.
Mesquita avoids the attempt from Bhattarai to control.
Bhattarai has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Mesquita (10) vs (4) Bhattarai#T3##SUB#
Mesquita is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Bhattarai is defending well though. Mesquita let's go of the attempt for now.
Mesquita avoiding Bhattarai 's attempts to control his hands.
I would not like to be Bhattarai right now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Mesquita working for a choke but Bhattarai is defending well.
A lull in the action here.
#SUB#
Mesquita is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Bhattarai has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #T4#
A lull in the action here.
#SUB#
Mesquita is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Bhattarai knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Bhattarai for a finish.
Mesquita 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.
Mesquita tries to get the hooks in deep but Bhattarai pushed the leg off.
You can see the frustration on Bhattarai's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Mesquita controls the action.
Mesquita has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Bhattarai is trying to break free.
#T5#
Bhattarai keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Mesquita is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Bhattarai knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Bhattarai for a finish.
Bhattarai prevents Mesquita from getting a body triangle.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Mesquita controlling well, preventing Bhattarai from escaping the position.
Bhattarai breaks Mesquita's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mesquita (10) vs (6) Bhattarai
Mesquita is trying to keep Bhattarai in close.
#T6#
Mesquita looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Bhattarai postures up.
Bhattarai trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Mesquita looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bhattarai is one step ahead there.
Bhattarai passes Mesquita's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Bhattarai is just content to waste time from the top position. Mesquita takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Mesquita has his hands on Bhattarai's head, controlling the position.
Mesquita looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bhattarai is one step ahead there.
Mesquita keeping full guard, as Bhattarai tries to pass. #T7#
Mesquita is trying to keep Bhattarai in close.
Bhattarai passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Mesquita (10) vs (9) Bhattarai
You can see the frustration on Mesquita's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Who's going to make the next move?
Mesquita is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Bhattarai tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Bhattarai swings around for an armbar but Mesquita sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Bhattarai's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mesquita (12) vs (9) Bhattarai#T8##SUB2#
Bhattarai had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Mesquita defends it easily.
Mesquita trying to control but Bhattarai is working from the bottom.
Mesquita works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Mesquita stalling.
Mesquita moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Mesquita (15) vs (9) Bhattarai
Bhattarai is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Mesquita off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Mesquita (15) vs (13) Bhattarai
Mesquita trying to control the action but Bhattarai just sinks the hooks in. #T9#
Mesquita is trying to break free.
#SUB2#
Mesquita preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Bhattarai. #SUB2#
Bhattarai working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Mesquita tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #SUB2#
Bhattarai looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Mesquita tries to hold on but Bhattarai postures up.
Bhattarai wants to control the pace but Mesquita is squirming around nicely. #T10#
Bhattarai avoids the attempt from Mesquita to control.
Mesquita is looking to improve his position but Bhattarai isn't that keen on the idea.#SUB2#
Bhattarai moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Mesquita has worked his arm free - good work by Mesquita!
#SUB2#
Bhattarai tries for a kimura but Mesquita is defending well. #SUB2#
Bhattarai tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Bhattarai has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Bhattarai trying to control the action but Mesquita is working from the bottom. #T11#
Mesquita wants to control but Bhattarai postures up.#SUB2#
Bhattarai looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Mesquita is trying to control Bhattarai's posture but Bhattarai avoids it. #SUB2#
Bhattarai is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Mesquita knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Bhattarai wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mesquita keeps working. #T12#
Mesquita tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Bhattarai wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Mesquita gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB2#
Bhattarai is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Mesquita sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Bhattarai is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Mesquita defends it well. #SUB2#
Bhattarai is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Mesquita actively working from the bottom here.#T13#
Mesquita wants to improve his position but Bhattarai is controlling well.
Bhattarai is looking to take a break and control but Mesquita is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Mesquita wants to sweep but Bhattarai has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Mesquita (15) vs (16) Bhattarai#SUB2#
Bhattarai is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Mesquita is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Bhattarai working away.
Mesquita tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T14##SUB2#
Bhattarai working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Mesquita is trying to control Bhattarai's posture but Bhattarai avoids it.
Mesquita tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Bhattarai wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Bhattarai working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Mesquita tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Bhattarai is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Mesquita knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bhattarai wins on points by 16 to 15.
During a confident post fight interview, Aang Chow Bhattarai thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SSG 288 Hlervu vs Kuang
Date: Apr 07, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 3 losses; Ian Mesquita! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 1 losses; Paulo Miyao!
The judges for this bout are Steve Montenegro, Columbo Gatti and Franklyn Lucas.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Mesquita shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #CL2#
and Miyao moves into the clinch.#TD#
Mesquita gets control of Miyao's arms and successfully pulls guard. Mesquita will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Mesquita is controlling Miyao's posture.
Miyao wants to pass the guard but Mesquita is keeping the position.
Miyao is still trying to improve position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mesquita looking to hit a scissor sweep but Miyao is one step ahead there.
Mesquita seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T1#
Mesquita trying to control the position.
Miyao wants to pass the guard but Mesquita is keeping the position.
Mesquita will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Mesquita lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mesquita (2) vs (0) Miyao
Miyao looking to hit a scissor sweep but Mesquita is one step ahead there. #T2#
Mesquita 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.
Mesquita advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Mesquita (5) vs (0) Miyao
Miyao is not content to let Mesquita control the position.
Miyao tries to bench press Mesquita off him but Mesquita keeps the position. #T3#
Mesquita trying to control the position but Miyao is working away. #SUB#
Mesquita goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Miyao rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Mesquita's guard! Nice work there by Miyao! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mesquita (5) vs (2) Miyao
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Mesquita is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mesquita (7) vs (2) Miyao#SUB2#
Miyao working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Mesquita doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Mesquita manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Mesquita trying to control but Miyao is working from the bottom. #T4##SUB2#
Miyao has his foot on Mesquita's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Mesquita works his way back into a safe position though.
Mesquita's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Miyao pulls Mesquita in to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mesquita is stalling in the full guard. #T5#
Mesquita tries to free his leg and advance position but Miyao is retaining full guard.
Miyao wants to sweep here but Mesquita controlling him for the moment.
Miyao not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Mesquita is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Mesquita slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Mesquita (10) vs (2) Miyao#T6#
Miyao tries to improve position but can't.
You can see the frustration on Miyao's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Miyao sneaks back into half guard.
Mesquita controlling the pace.
Mesquita wants to take a breather but Miyao is having none of it.
Mesquita trying to control the pace.
Mesquita is trying to control the action in half guard but Miyao is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T7##SUB#
Mesquita is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Miyao sees it coming and defends easily.
Mesquita perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Mesquita is trying to control. Miyao wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Miyao trying to control here.
Mesquita seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Miyao does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Miyao is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Mesquita's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Mesquita's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Mesquita (10) vs (6) Miyao#T8##SUB2#
Miyao is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Mesquita has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Mesquita manages to reverse the position and now he's in Miyao's guard. Nice work there by Mesquita.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mesquita (12) vs (6) Miyao
Mesquita wants to pass the guard but Miyao is keeping the position.
Miyao wants to improve his position but instead Mesquita has moved into half guard.
Mesquita wants to free his trapped foot but Miyao is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T9#
Miyao is trying to control but can't.
Miyao wants to get back to full guard.
Mesquita wants to lay and pray for a moment but Miyao keeps working.
Mesquita trying to control from Miyao's half guard. Miyao has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Miyao keeping moving, preventing Mesquita from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Miyao has his foot on Mesquita's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Mesquita works his way back into a safe position though.
Mesquita pushes down on Miyao's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T10#
Mesquita wants to control but Miyao is keeping him busy.
Miyao wants to improve his position but Mesquita is controlling well.
Mesquita wants to take a breather but Miyao is having none of it.
Mesquita sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Miyao has a hand on Mesquita's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Mesquita takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Mesquita (15) vs (6) Miyao#T11#
Miyao is working to get back to half guard.
Miyao keeps trying to improve his position.
Mesquita moves to back control. Score +3 for taking back: Mesquita (18) vs (6) Miyao
Miyao is in bad spot here.
#T12##SUB#
Mesquita is persistently looking for the submission but Miyao is defending it well.
Miyao looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Mesquita controlling well, preventing Miyao from escaping the position.
#SUB#
Mesquita is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Mesquita tries to get the hooks in deep but Miyao pushed the leg off. #T13#
Miyao turns into Mesquita and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mesquita (18) vs (8) Miyao#SUB#
Mesquita throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Miyao trying to move into half guard but instead Mesquita has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mesquita (20) vs (8) Miyao
Mesquita looking to pass the guard.
Miyao looking to control.
#T14#
Mesquita trying to control the position from guard on top but Miyao is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mesquita stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Miyao swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Mesquita stands and throws Miyao's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Mesquita (23) vs (8) Miyao
Miyao is looking for a sweep.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
You can see the frustration on Miyao's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Mesquita trying to control the action but Miyao is working from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mesquita takes the fight on points by 23 to 8. |
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Event:
SSG 283 Rhodeo vs Hall
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 London, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 4 losses; Joao Miyao! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 3 losses; Ian Mesquita!
The judges for this bout are Lou da Vinci, Chad Campbell and Joseph Jones.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Miyao darts in and clinches Mesquita up against the cage.
Mesquita tries to pull guard but Miyao holds him up against the cage and eventually Mesquita drops back down to his feet.
Mesquita changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Miyao fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Mesquita fails to land the takedown.
Joao Miyao has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ian Mesquita.
Mesquita fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Mesquita misses with a takedown #CL#
and Miyao counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Miyao.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Miyao has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Mesquita regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Miyao (2) vs (0) Mesquita
Mesquita wants to sweep here but Miyao controlling him for the moment. #T1#
Miyao stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mesquita swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Miyao is working hard here to advance position.
Mesquita keeping moving, preventing Miyao from controlling successfully.
Mesquita is pulling down on Miyao's head. It's preventing any offense from Miyao, at least for the moment.#T2##SUB2#
Miyao is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Mesquita has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Miyao is looking to defend but Mesquita has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Miyao! Mesquita pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Miyao taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Ian Mesquita! |
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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 6 wins and 3 losses; Ian Mesquita! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 2 losses; Samuel Sarinnen!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Jack Bonds and Frank Antenori.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Sarinnen shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Mesquita manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Mesquita (0) vs (2) Sarinnen
Mesquita keeping full guard, as Sarinnen tries to pass. #SUB#
Mesquita is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Sarinnen has his hands clasped together but Mesquita extends and breaks Sarinnen's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Mesquita.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ian Mesquita! |
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Event:
SSG 276 Silalahi vs Gerbandi
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 Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 3 losses; Ryan Gordon! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Ian Mesquita!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Stewart Dunkirk and Tiny Johnson.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Gordon shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gordon (2) vs (0) Mesquita
Mesquita manages to get to full guard.
Gordon knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Mesquita on the ground.
Gordon is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Gordon definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Mesquita trying to control the position.
Gordon slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Mesquita looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Mesquita has his foot on Gordon's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Gordon works his way back into a safe position though.#T1#
Mesquita is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Gordon looking to pass the guard.
Gordon has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Gordon stays in close to Mesquita's body and controls the position.
Gordon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mesquita swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mesquita working a defensive guard here.
Gordon is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T2#
Mesquita working a defensive guard here.
#SUB2#
Mesquita is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Gordon trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gordon slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Mesquita is controlling Gordon's posture.#T3#
Gordon tries to free his leg and advance position but Mesquita is retaining full guard.
Gordon is working hard here to advance position.
Gordon controlling from the top position.
Mesquita trying to keep a closed guard but Gordon is proving a slippery customer.
Gordon sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T4#
Mesquita looking for a sweep. Not yet Mesquita, not yet.
Mesquita not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB2#
Mesquita is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Gordon passes Mesquita's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Gordon controlling the action here.
Gordon'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.
Mesquita wants to control but Gordon is keeping busy.
#T5#
Gordon is controlling the pace.
Mesquita has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Gordon is working away from the top position though.
Gordon slows the pace down in half guard. #T6#
Mesquita wants to get back to full guard.
Gordon wants to pass the guard but Mesquita is defending well.
Gordon seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T7#
Mesquita moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Gordon trying to control but Mesquita is working from the bottom.
Gordon is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Gordon looking to pass the guard.
Mesquita is pulling down on Gordon's head to control his posture. #T8#
Gordon showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Mesquita pulls Gordon in close to prevent any damage.
Mesquita is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Gordon's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Gordon looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T9#
Mesquita not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Gordon stays in close to Mesquita's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Mesquita is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Mesquita trying to keep a closed guard but Gordon is proving a slippery customer.
#T10#
Gordon controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Gordon looking to pass the guard.
Gordon looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Further stalling from Gordon.
Mesquita can't keep his opponent in guard - Gordon advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T11#
Gordon prevents Mesquita from improving his position.
Still in half guard, Gordon seems content to control.
Mesquita wants to improve his position but Gordon is controlling well.
Gordon tries to pass the half guard into mount. Mesquita knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Mesquita gets back to full guard.
Mesquita lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gordon (2) vs (2) Mesquita
Mesquita 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. #T12#
Gordon looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Mesquita trying to control the position from guard on top but Gordon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gordon is pulling down on Mesquita's head to control his posture.
Mesquita slips nicely into half guard.#T13##SUB2#
Mesquita 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.
Gordon is staying active underneath Mesquita, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Mesquita in particular looking to stall.
Mesquita wants to take a breather but Gordon is having none of it. #T14#
Mesquita wants to pass the guard but Gordon is defending well. #SUB2#
Mesquita 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.
Mesquita wants to control but Gordon is keeping him busy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Mesquita is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gordon doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Mesquita.
Mesquita is looking to take a break and control but Gordon is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Mesquita gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Mesquita wins on points by 3 to 2. |
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Event:
SSG 269 Macker vs Finn
Date: Feb 18, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Thomas Engine! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Ian Mesquita!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Frank Antenori and Timothy Bukovac.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Mesquita.
Engine half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#CL2#
Mesquita moves into range and clinches up with Engine.#TD2#
Mesquita gets a trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Engine (0) vs (2) Mesquita
Engine preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #SUB2#
Mesquita seems to be working for a kimura but Engine defends the submission attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Mesquita 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.
#T1#
Mesquita trying to mount his opponent but Engine defends it.
Engine is refusing to be controlled, as Mesquita sits in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Mesquita is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T2#
Still in half guard, Mesquita seems content to control.#SUB2#
Mesquita is looking for a kimura here.
Mesquita looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T3#
Engine preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Engine wants to get back to full guard.
Engine is concentrating on defense, preventing Mesquita from advancing position.
Mesquita perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Engine tries to roll over but Mesquita keeps him under control.#T4#
Mesquita sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Mesquita is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Engine! Score +3 for passing guard: Engine (0) vs (5) Mesquita
Engine wants to control but Mesquita is having none of it.#SUB2#
Mesquita working for a submission but Engine is keeping him at bay.
Mesquita tries to control but Engine wriggling away. #T5#
Mesquita avoids the attempt from Engine to control.
Mesquita tries to control but Engine wriggling away.
Engine tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Mesquita can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Engine is looking to escape. #T6#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Engine prevents Mesquita from taking his back.
Mesquita sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Mesquita trying to control but Engine is having none of it. #T7#
Mesquita content just to control the position here.
Mesquita avoids the attempt from Engine to control.#SUB2#
Mesquita goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Engine is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Engine (2) vs (5) Mesquita
Engine really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T8#
Mesquita looking to control.
Engine trying to control the position from guard on top but Mesquita is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Engine will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Engine 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.
Engine seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Mesquita for as long as he can get away with.
Engine postures up.
#T9#
Engine tries to free his leg and advance position but Mesquita is retaining full guard.
Engine looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Engine wants to control from the top but Mesquita keeps moving.
Mesquita pulls Engine in to control the position.
Engine trying to control but Mesquita is working from the bottom.
Engine controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Mesquita is pulling down on Engine's head. It's preventing any offense from Engine, at least for the moment.#T10#
Engine trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Engine drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Mesquita dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Engine (2) vs (7) Mesquita
Mesquita trying to control the position from guard on top but Engine is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mesquita works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Engine is staying active underneath Mesquita, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Mesquita is working for a submission of some sort.
#T11#
Mesquita seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Engine does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Engine gets back to full guard.
Engine looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T12#
Mesquita trying to control but Engine is working from the bottom.
Engine keeping full guard, as Mesquita tries to pass.
Mesquita preventing the sweep.
Mesquita looking to pass the guard.
Engine is pulling down on Mesquita's head. It's preventing any offense from Mesquita, at least for the moment.
Mesquita trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T13#
Engine keeping moving, preventing Mesquita from controlling successfully.
Mesquita pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Engine is keeping the position for now.
Engine is controlling Mesquita's posture.
Mesquita trying to control the position from guard on top but Engine is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Engine looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T14#
Mesquita wants to control from the top but Engine keeps moving.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mesquita stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Engine swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mesquita wins on points by 7 to 2. |
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Event:
SSG 263 Johnson vs Solo
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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 24 losses; Diego Hageman! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Ian Mesquita!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Jack Bonds and Frank Antenori.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Nice takedown defense from Mesquita. No joy for Hageman on that attempt.
Hageman fails to land the takedown.
Mesquita fails in his attempt to clinch. #TD#
Hageman throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Mesquita tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Hageman is in Mesquita's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hageman (2) vs (0) Mesquita
Mesquita tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Mesquita wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Hageman is now in half guard. #SUB#
Hageman is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Mesquita doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Hageman.
Mesquita controlling the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Hageman is looking for a kimura here.
#T1#
Mesquita tries to get to full guard but Hageman has control of the leg.
Mesquita trying to hold on to Hageman's head to control him but Hageman postures up.
#SUB2#
Mesquita looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Hageman is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Mesquita sees it coming and defends easily.
Mesquita gets full guard.#SUB2#
Mesquita working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hageman doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Mesquita is tightening it up a little... Hageman has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Hageman reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Hageman taps out! Nice BJJ there by Mesquita!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Ian Mesquita! |
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Event:
SSG 254 Gaul vs Hunt
Date: Jan 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 Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Carl McDonald Jr! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Ian Mesquita!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Timothy Bukovac and Jack Bonds.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
McDonald Jr forces Mesquita back against the cage and clinches.#TD2#
Mesquita drags the fight down to the ground.
McDonald Jr trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
McDonald Jr engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
McDonald Jr looking to pass the guard.
McDonald Jr's corner is telling him to maintain position.
McDonald Jr tries to free his leg and advance position but Mesquita is retaining full guard.
Mesquita not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDonald Jr passes into half guard.
McDonald Jr controlling the pace. #T1##SUB2#
Mesquita looking for submissions off his back.
McDonald Jr is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Mesquita! Score +3 for passing guard: McDonald Jr (3) vs (0) Mesquita
McDonald Jr 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.
Mesquita is controlling an arm, preventing McDonald Jr from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
McDonald Jr looking to control and managing it successfully.
McDonald Jr with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
McDonald Jr content just to control the position here.
Mesquita wants to control but McDonald Jr is having none of it.#T2#
Mesquita tries to reverse the position but McDonald Jr maintains control.
McDonald Jr controlling his opponent.
Mesquita working to try and regain half guard.
McDonald Jr controlling from mount. #T3#
McDonald Jr wants to take his opponent's back but Mesquita doesn't allow it.
Mesquita is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mesquita is looking to get to half guard.
McDonald Jr controlling his opponent.
McDonald Jr seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Mesquita for as long as he can get away with.
Mesquita gets back to half guard.
Mesquita tries to get to full guard but McDonald Jr has control of the leg.
Mesquita regains full guard. Nicely done.
McDonald Jr engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T4#
Mesquita is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Mesquita looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
McDonald Jr tries to free his leg and advance position but Mesquita is retaining full guard.
McDonald Jr preventing the sweep.
McDonald Jr not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Mesquita pulls McDonald Jr in close to prevent any damage.
McDonald Jr tries to free his leg and advance position but Mesquita is retaining full guard. #T5#
McDonald Jr is working hard here to advance position.
McDonald Jr forces his way into half guard.
McDonald Jr sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Mesquita is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T6#
Well, if McDonald Jr 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.
Mesquita is trying to maintain the position but McDonald Jr is very close to passing his half guard.
McDonald Jr trying to pass the guard but Mesquita defending well.
McDonald Jr keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
McDonald Jr tries to pass the half guard into mount. Mesquita knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Mesquita trying to control from the bottom.
Mesquita is in trouble now - McDonald Jr has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: McDonald Jr (6) vs (0) Mesquita
Mesquita tries to lock up and control but McDonald Jr gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T7#
McDonald Jr controlling the position easily from mount.
Mesquita is looking to improve his position but McDonald Jr isn't that keen on the idea.
Mesquita wants to control but McDonald Jr is having none of it.
McDonald Jr controlling the position easily from mount.
Mesquita is looking to improve his position but McDonald Jr isn't that keen on the idea.#T8#
McDonald Jr controlling the pace for now.
McDonald Jr has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Mesquita can't escape the position.
#T9#
McDonald Jr sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
McDonald Jr'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.
Mesquita wants to control but McDonald Jr is having none of it.
McDonald Jr controlling the pace for now.
Mesquita wants to control but McDonald Jr is having none of it.
McDonald Jr controlling the pace for now.
Further stalling from McDonald Jr.#T10#
McDonald Jr prevents Mesquita from getting the reversal.
Mesquita is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, McDonald Jr has taken his back.
Score +3 for taking back: McDonald Jr (9) vs (0) Mesquita
McDonald Jr has good solid back control here.
Mesquita trying to control the hands but McDonald Jr breaks the grip.
McDonald Jr really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Mesquita.#T11#
Mesquita is in bad spot here.
Mesquita is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
What can Mesquita do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
McDonald Jr controlling well, preventing Mesquita from escaping the position.
Mesquita trying to control the action but McDonald Jr just sinks the hooks in.
McDonald Jr trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Mesquita doesn't escape.
Mesquita tries to escape but McDonald Jr has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T12#
McDonald Jr is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because McDonald Jr is stinking the place up with his stalling.
Mesquita trying to control the position but McDonald Jr manages to sink in the hooks.
McDonald Jr is trying to stick to Mesquita's back but Mesquita is turning into McDonald Jr. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in McDonald Jr's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Mesquita. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: McDonald Jr (9) vs (2) Mesquita#SUB#
McDonald Jr is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Mesquita is aware though and is defending well.
Mesquita controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
McDonald Jr looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Mesquita has picked McDonald Jr up and slammed him! McDonald Jr can't keep hold of the triangle and Mesquita manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: McDonald Jr (9) vs (5) Mesquita#T13##SUB2#
Mesquita tries for a kimura but McDonald Jr is defending well.
McDonald Jr regains half guard there - taking advantage of Mesquita's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Mesquita wants to take a breather but McDonald Jr is having none of it.
McDonald Jr slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
McDonald Jr keeping moving, preventing Mesquita from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Mesquita has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing McDonald Jr to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Mesquita is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - McDonald Jr pulls down on the head and he's put Mesquita to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Carl McDonald Jr! |
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Event:
SSG 250 Makarov vs Maximus
Date: Jan 07, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Ian Mesquita! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Paulo Tavares!
The judges for this bout are Reed Andrews, Bruno Lombardi and Jonathan Paton.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Tavares tries to keep at a distance but Mesquita has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD#
Mesquita ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Mesquita no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Tavares trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Mesquita throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Tavares wants to pass the guard but Mesquita is keeping the position.
Tavares stopping the sweep attempt from Mesquita.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mesquita trying to keep a closed guard but Tavares is proving a slippery customer.
Tavares 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 ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Tavares has gone for a leg lock! Mesquita slips out almost immediately though and dives into Tavares's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mesquita (2) vs (0) Tavares#T1#
Tavares keeping moving, preventing Mesquita from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Tavares looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Tavares looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Mesquita passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Mesquita (5) vs (0) Tavares
Mesquita trying to control the position but Tavares is working away. #T2##SUB#
Mesquita is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Tavares has escaped the position, nice work there.
Tavares manages to get back to half guard.#T3#
Mesquita trying to control from half guard but Tavares is working away.
Mesquita wants to free his trapped foot but Tavares is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB#
Mesquita is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Tavares is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Mesquita pulls his head out easily.
Mesquita frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Mesquita (8) vs (0) Tavares#T4#
Mesquita wants to control the pace but Tavares is squirming around nicely.
Mesquita avoids the attempt from Tavares to control.
Tavares looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Mesquita (11) vs (0) Tavares
Tavares staying busy and making it hard for Mesquita to control. #T5##SUB#
Mesquita has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB#
Mesquita looking to break Tavares's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Tavares remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Mesquita will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Tavares staying busy and making it hard for Mesquita to control.
Tavares is trying to break free.
Tavares is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Mesquita off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#T6#
Mesquita struggling to keep hold of the position.
Mesquita is not going to allow Tavares to sit and survive in this position.
Tavares tries to break free.
#SUB#
Mesquita tightening his grip on Tavares, looking for the choke. #SUB#
Mesquita has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB#
Mesquita working from the back looking to end the fight with a rear naked choke. Tavares is doing well to defend. Mesquita seems to have got his hand under the chin though and he's sunk the choke in! Tavares is forced to tap and this one is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ian Mesquita! |
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Event:
SSG 243 Sadiq vs Takeshi
Date: Dec 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 New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Ian Mesquita! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Cleber Rocha!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Alan Glass and Cecil Peabody.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Mesquita fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Mesquita tries to clinch but Rocha moves out of range.
Ian Mesquita seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Mesquita drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Mesquita (4) vs (0) Rocha
Rocha stops Mesquita from passing to mount.
Rocha is being controlled here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rocha is not content to let Mesquita control the position.
Rocha manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mesquita (4) vs (2) Rocha#T1##SUB2#
Rocha is trying to work for a kimura but Mesquita is defending well.
Mesquita moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Mesquita keeping moving, preventing Rocha from controlling successfully.
Rocha sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Mesquita's guard. #SUB#
Mesquita is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rocha pulls his head out easily. #T2#
Mesquita is pressing down on Rocha's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Mesquita working for a triangle but Rocha defends it easily.
#SUB#
Mesquita throws his legs up looking for a submission but Rocha uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Mesquita (4) vs (5) Rocha
Mesquita manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mesquita (6) vs (5) Rocha#SUB#
Mesquita is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T3#
Rocha wants to control but Mesquita is keeping busy.
Mesquita is stalling here. Rocha is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Mesquita seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Rocha has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Mesquita (6) vs (9) Rocha#SUB2#
Rocha is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Mesquita has escaped the position, nice work there.
Mesquita is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Rocha is working to tighten his grip on Mesquita's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Mesquita has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Rocha is really squeezing tight and eventually Mesquita passes out! Rocha breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Cleber Rocha! |
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Event:
SSG 240 Ozymandias vs Pushkin
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 Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Viktor Van Der Sloot! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Ian Mesquita!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Chris Downing and Stewart Dunkirk.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Van Der Sloot darts in looking for a takedown but Mesquita gets double underhooks and turns Van Der Sloot into the cage. #TD#
Van Der Sloot has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Mesquita uses from the top position.
Mesquita trying to control the position from guard on top but Van Der Sloot is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Van Der Sloot had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Mesquita defends it easily.
Van Der Sloot keeping moving, preventing Mesquita from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Van Der Sloot is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Mesquita defends well.#SUB#
Van Der Sloot looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T1#
Mesquita is stalling in the full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Van Der Sloot looking to control.
Mesquita tries to free his leg and advance position but Van Der Sloot is retaining full guard.
Mesquita trying to control but Van Der Sloot is working from the bottom.
Van Der Sloot looking to control.
Mesquita trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Mesquita advances to half guard. #T2#
Van Der Sloot has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Mesquita is working away from the top position though.
Mesquita is keen to just control but Van Der Sloot is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Mesquita is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Van Der Sloot has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Mesquita is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Van Der Sloot is just riding it out for now. Mesquita eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Van Der Sloot looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T3#
Mesquita is pressing down on Van Der Sloot's thigh, looking to free his foot. Van Der Sloot is holding on for now.
Van Der Sloot is refusing to be controlled, as Mesquita sits in half guard.
Mesquita controlling the action here.
Mesquita works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Van Der Sloot (0) vs (3) Mesquita
Mesquita trying to control but Van Der Sloot is having none of it. #T4#
Van Der Sloot wants to control but Mesquita is having none of it.
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.
Van Der Sloot tries to reverse the position but Mesquita maintains control.
Mesquita can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Van Der Sloot is looking to escape.
Van Der Sloot is looking to improve his position but Mesquita isn't that keen on the idea.
Mesquita looking to control and managing it successfully.
Van Der Sloot definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T5#
Van Der Sloot wants to control but Mesquita is having none of it.
Van Der Sloot can't escape the position.
Van Der Sloot is working hard here to advance position.
Mesquita is trying to take his opponent's back.
Van Der Sloot is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Van Der Sloot tries to lock up and control but Mesquita gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Van Der Sloot is working to get back to half guard.
#T6#
Mesquita is looking to work his way around to Van Der Sloot's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Van Der Sloot is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Mesquita has taken his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Van Der Sloot (0) vs (6) Mesquita
Van Der Sloot trying to control the hands but Mesquita won't let him.
Mesquita trying to control.#SUB2#
Mesquita is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Van Der Sloot defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Mesquita is looking to control Van Der Sloot but Van Der Sloot is wriggling around and keeping busy. #T7#
Van Der Sloot manages to reverse the position and now he's in Mesquita's guard. Nice work there by Van Der Sloot.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Van Der Sloot (2) vs (6) Mesquita
Mesquita can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Van Der Sloot controls the pace.
Mesquita looking to control.
#SUB2#
Mesquita working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Van Der Sloot doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Van Der Sloot manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Mesquita working for a triangle but Van Der Sloot defends it easily.
#T8#
Van Der Sloot looking to pass the guard.
Van Der Sloot postures up.
#SUB2#
Mesquita is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Van Der Sloot is aware though and is defending well.
Van Der Sloot's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Van Der Sloot preventing the sweep.
Van Der Sloot postures up.
#T9##SUB2#
Van Der Sloot got a little sloppy there for a moment and Mesquita has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Van Der Sloot has managed to get both his arms back between Mesquita's legs - danger averted.
Mesquita is trying to hold Van Der Sloot in close to prevent damage but Van Der Sloot has managed to pass into half guard.
Van Der Sloot not doing much here.
Van Der Sloot'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.#T10#
Mesquita tries to get to full guard but Van Der Sloot has control of the leg.
Van Der Sloot trying to mount his opponent but Mesquita defends it.
Van Der Sloot performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Van Der Sloot has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T11#
Mesquita makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Mesquita.
Mesquita keeping moving, preventing Van Der Sloot from controlling successfully.
Mesquita is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T12#
Van Der Sloot content to stall in guard here.
Van Der Sloot seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Mesquita for as long as he can get away with.
Mesquita is pulling down on Van Der Sloot's head to control his posture.
Van Der Sloot is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T13#
Mesquita has Van Der Sloot pulled in close to control his posture. #SUB2#
Mesquita working for submissions but it's allowed Van Der Sloot to get to half guard.
Van Der Sloot is controlling the pace.
Van Der Sloot wants to pass to mount but Mesquita is defending the position. #T14#
Van Der Sloot trying to control from half guard but Mesquita is working away.
Van Der Sloot works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Van Der Sloot (5) vs (6) Mesquita
Mesquita tries to lock up and control but Van Der Sloot gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Van Der Sloot takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Mesquita is trying to escape the mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
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Event:
SSG 229 Thumb vs Grace
Date: Nov 19, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Ian Mesquita! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Tony Lee!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Edson Gomes and Leandro Rodrigues.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Lee shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Lee shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Mesquita but Mesquita pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Lee has his takedown stuffed#CL#
and Mesquita counters by clinching up.
Ian Mesquita has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tony Lee.
Mesquita wants a takedown.
Mesquita is looking to take this one to the mat.#TD#
Mesquita has picked Lee up - he's going for a ride! Mesquita dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Mesquita (2) vs (0) Lee#SUB#
Mesquita is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Lee is staying active underneath Mesquita, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lee wants to control but Mesquita is keeping busy.
Mesquita is trying to control the action in half guard but Lee is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T1#
Mesquita prevents Lee from improving his position.
Mesquita trying to control the action but Lee is working from the bottom.
Lee is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Mesquita's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Mesquita's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Mesquita (2) vs (4) Lee
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lee avoiding Mesquita 's attempts to control his hands.
Lee controls the action.#SUB2#
Lee is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Mesquita wants to control his opponent's hands but Lee gets his hands free. #T2##SUB2#
Lee working for the choke.
Mesquita is really stuck here.
Mesquita trying to control the hands but Lee breaks the grip.
Mesquita rolls, trying to escape but Lee keeps control of the position.
Mesquita manages to reverse the position and now he's in Lee's guard. Nice work there by Mesquita.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mesquita (4) vs (4) Lee
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lee is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Lee keeping moving, preventing Mesquita from controlling successfully. #T3#
Mesquita is really struggling to control Lee but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Mesquita pushes down on Lee's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Mesquita trying to pass the guard but Lee defending well.
Mesquita is working hard here to advance position.
Mesquita perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB#
Mesquita is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Lee has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Mesquita is looking for a kimura but Lee is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Mesquita to get the leverage. #T4#
Mesquita is looking to advance position but Lee won't allow it.
Mesquita trying to control the pace. #SUB#
Mesquita seems to be looking for submissions.
Mesquita is keen to just control but Lee is a slippery customer.
Lee tries to roll over but Mesquita keeps him under control.#T5#
Lee makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Lee.#SUB2#
Lee is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Mesquita defends well.
Mesquita sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Mesquita trying to control but Lee is working from the bottom.
Mesquita forces his way into half guard.
Lee tries to roll over but Mesquita keeps him under control.#T6#
Lee has his hands clasped together around Mesquita's back. He's all about the action.
Lee tries to get to full guard but Mesquita has control of the leg.
Mesquita works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Mesquita (7) vs (4) Lee
Mesquita fails to advance to Lee's back. #SUB#
Mesquita jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Lee manages to avoid the submission attempt. #T7#
Lee can't do much from the bottom here.
Mesquita trying to control the action but Lee is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Mesquita swings around for an armbar but Lee sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Mesquita's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mesquita (7) vs (6) Lee
Lee wants to control from the top but Mesquita keeps moving. #SUB#
Mesquita looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T8#
Mesquita tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Mesquita lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mesquita (9) vs (6) Lee
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Lee holds on and takes a little breather.
Mesquita wants to control from the top but Lee keeps moving.
Mesquita pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lee is keeping the position for now.
Lee looking to hit a scissor sweep but Mesquita is one step ahead there.
Mesquita trying to control but Lee is working from the bottom. #T9#
Mesquita looking to pass the guard.
Mesquita wants to control from the top but Lee keeps moving.
Mesquita tries to free his leg and advance position but Lee is retaining full guard.
Mesquita passes into half guard.
Lee is refusing to be controlled, as Mesquita sits in half guard. #T10#
Lee is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Mesquita works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Mesquita (12) vs (6) Lee
Mesquita tries to control but Lee wriggling away.
Mesquita controlling the pace for now. #SUB#
Mesquita with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Lee tries to hold on but Mesquita postures up.#T11#
Lee is squirming around, avoiding Mesquita's attempts to control the action.
Mesquita is trying to control here but Lee has managed to regain half guard.
#SUB#
Mesquita seems to be working for a kimura but Lee defends the submission attempt.
Lee is staying active underneath Mesquita, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Lee is looking to improve his position.
#T12#
Mesquita not doing much here.
Mesquita seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Lee does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Lee is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Lee is not content to let Mesquita control the position.
Mesquita is looking to advance position but Lee won't allow it. #T13#
Lee 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.
Lee is staying active underneath Mesquita, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Mesquita stalling away here and it's allowed Lee to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Mesquita trying to control the position from guard on top but Lee is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lee bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Mesquita's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mesquita (12) vs (8) Lee
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Mesquita is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mesquita (14) vs (8) Lee
Lee keeping moving, preventing Mesquita from controlling successfully. #T14##SUB2#
Lee is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Mesquita is aware though and is defending well.
Lee keeping full guard, as Mesquita tries to pass.
Lee tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Mesquita is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Lee is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lee tries to land a sweep but no joy.
And that's the end of the fight!
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Event:
SSG 218 Helvig vs McCain
Date: Oct 22, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Chad Wellington! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Ian Mesquita!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Steve Smith and Dillan Fox.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Mesquita swats away the attempt to clinch by Wellington.
Mesquita shoots in for a takedown but Wellington shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#CL2#
Wellington gets tackled into the cage by Mesquita. Mesquita maintains the clinch. #TD2#
Mesquita gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Wellington (0) vs (2) Mesquita#SUB#
Wellington had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Mesquita defends it easily.
Mesquita is fighting to break Wellington's control of his arms but Wellington is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1##SUB#
Wellington is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Mesquita defends well.
Mesquita won't allow Wellington to sweep him here.
Mesquita trying to control but Wellington is working from the bottom.
Mesquita is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T2#
Mesquita wants to pass the guard but Wellington is keeping the position.#SUB#
Wellington is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Wellington keeping full guard, as Mesquita tries to pass.
Mesquita being controlled here momentarily. #T3##SUB#
Mesquita got a little sloppy there for a moment and Wellington has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Mesquita has managed to get both his arms back between Wellington's legs - danger averted.
Mesquita trying to control the position from guard on top but Wellington is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wellington working a defensive guard here.
Mesquita sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Wellington's guard.
Wellington is trying to get back to full guard.#T4##SUB2#
Mesquita is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Wellington is not content to let Mesquita control the position.
Wellington moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Wellington working for a triangle but Mesquita defends it easily.
Mesquita trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T5##SUB#
Wellington throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Mesquita trying to control the position from guard on top but Wellington is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Mesquita is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Wellington is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Wellington has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wellington (2) vs (2) Mesquita
Wellington stopping the sweep attempt from Mesquita.#T6#
Mesquita keeping moving, preventing Wellington from controlling successfully.
Mesquita not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Mesquita is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wellington (2) vs (4) Mesquita
Mesquita trying to control but Wellington is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Wellington looking for a triangle here. Mesquita is fighting it but it looks tight! Wellington pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Mesquita is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Chad Wellington! |
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