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Event:
VF 14: Fiend Vs. Choi
Date: Jan 19, 2024 |
#R1#
Wilcox fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Parks is out of range.
Parks closes the distance and lands a one-two.#CL2#
Wilcox clinches up with Parks and pushes him back against the cage.
Nice body punch from Parks.
A nice right hand lands inside from Parks.
Parks works on Wilcox's body with a couple of short punches.
Parks lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Parks stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A short uppercut from Parks.
Wilcox takes a shot to the head.
Parks has Wilcox pushed against the cage.
Parks leaning his opponent against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Good body shot from Parks.
Parks scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Parks lands a nice uppercut.#T1#
A short body shot lands from Parks as the two fighters clinch.
Wilcox is trying to break the clinch but Parks has him pressed against the cage.
Wilcox tries to pull guard but Parks holds him up against the cage and eventually Wilcox drops back down to his feet.
Parks lands a right hand that snaps the head of Wilcox backwards.
Parks lands with a left to the head.
Still in the clinch, Parks scores with a nice short uppercut.
Wilcox is trying to break the clinch but Parks is controlling him.
Parks lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Wilcox is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Parks is defending well for now.
Parks lands a shot to the body.
Parks lands a nice uppercut.
Wilcox is looking to break free of the clinch but Parks has double underhooks.
Parks taking a breather.
Parks digs a right hand underneath Wilcox's ribcage. Wilcox let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Parks throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T2#
Parks lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Parks working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Parks just leaning against Wilcox, taking a breather.
Parks scores with a nice hook to the head.
Parks lands a shot to the body.
Wilcox looks winded!
Parks lands a hook that snaps the head of Wilcox backwards.
A shot in the inside from Parks.
Parks scores with a hook to the body.
Parks digs a right hand underneath Wilcox's ribcage. Wilcox let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A short body shot lands from Parks as the two fighters clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Parks.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Parks.
Parks lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A body shot lands from Parks.
Parks gets through Wilcox's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A right hand to the body from Parks.
Parks pushes Wilcox back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T3#
Parks scores with a shoulder strike.
Parks lands a nice uppercut.
Parks lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Wilcox or not.
Parks lands with a left to the head. #ROC#Wilcox is rocked!
Parks creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Wilcox's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Wilcox drops to his knees and Parks pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Brody Parks! |
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Event:
VF 10: Meril Vs. Simon
Date: Dec 22, 2023 |
#R1##TD#
Wilcox shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Wilcox was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Wilcox misses with the ground and pound.
Gilmore is looking for a sweep.
Gilmore manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Wilcox trying to control here.
Wilcox is trying is best to control the position here.
Gilmore controlling the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gilmore wants to control but Wilcox is keeping him busy. #T1#
Gilmore not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Wilcox tries to roll over but Gilmore keeps him under control.
Wilcox tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Gilmore is looking to stall here but Wilcox recovers full guard.
Gilmore distracts Wilcox with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Wilcox has his hands on Gilmore's head, controlling the position.
Wilcox looking for a sweep. Not yet Wilcox, not yet. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Wilcox can't keep his opponent in guard - Gilmore advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Gilmore wants to control but Wilcox is keeping him busy.
Gilmore thows a huge punch but Wilcox dodges it nicely.
Wilcox trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Gilmore manages to pass to mount!
Gilmore wants to control the pace but Wilcox is squirming around nicely.
Wilcox wants to get back to his feet.
#T3#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Gilmore trying to control but Wilcox is having none of it.
Wilcox is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
Gilmore throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gilmore lands a heavy elbow.
Wilcox is squirming around, avoiding Gilmore's attempts to control the action.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gilmore avoids the attempt from Wilcox to control.#T4#
Gilmore throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Wilcox because Gilmore loaded up on that one.
Wilcox working to try and regain half guard.
Wilcox tries to hold on but Gilmore pushes him away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wilcox is looking to improve his position but Gilmore isn't that keen on the idea.
Wilcox wants to hold on but Gilmore pushes him away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Weston Gilmore dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Wilcox shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#CL2#
Gilmore clinches up with Wilcox and pushes him back against the cage.
Gilmore tries to pull guard but Wilcox forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#TD2#
Gilmore wants the takedown. Wilcox is fighting it off but Gilmore persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Wilcox's guard against the cage.
Gilmore prevents Wilcox from getting back to his feet.
Gilmore stopping the sweep attempt from Wilcox.
Gilmore works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Wilcox tries to roll over but Gilmore keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gilmore working over Wilcox with some ground and pound. Wilcox looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Wilcox wants to improve his position but Gilmore is controlling well.
#T1#
Wilcox is staying active underneath Gilmore, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Wilcox looks like he's trying to stand up.
Wilcox tries to get to full guard but Gilmore has control of the leg.
Gilmore wants to control but Wilcox is keeping him busy. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Wilcox tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Gilmore defends well and Wilcox ends up having to push Gilmore into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Gilmore is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Wilcox is trying to pull guard but Gilmore turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Memphis Wilcox. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Gilmore gets control of Wilcox's arms and successfully pulls guard. Gilmore will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Gilmore looking to control.
Wilcox throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Wilcox postures up.
Gilmore keeping moving, preventing Wilcox from controlling successfully.
Wilcox controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Wilcox tries to free his leg and advance position but Gilmore is retaining full guard.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#T3#
Wilcox content to stall in guard here. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Wilcox tries to clinch but Gilmore is having none of it.
Wilcox sets himself, and Gilmore steps forward looking for the clinch! Wilcox avoids it this time.
Gilmore has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Wilcox looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#CL2#
Gilmore moves into range and clinches up with Wilcox.
Wilcox has had enough of the clinch but Gilmore keeps him there for the moment.
Gilmore scores with a shoulder strike. #BC2#
Gilmore escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Wilcox comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Gilmore has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Wilcox finds it's way round the side to connect with Gilmore's head. #T4#
Wilcox tries to clinch up.
Memphis Wilcox is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Wilcox tries to clinch but Gilmore moves out of range. #TD#
Wilcox scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Gilmore is trying to control but can't.
Gilmore wants to get back to his feet.
Wilcox throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Well, if Wilcox 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.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Wilcox passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Gilmore!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Weston Gilmore showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Wilcox closes the distance and clinches up with Gilmore, looking for a takedown. Wilcox pushes Gilmore against the cage but Gilmore circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Wilcox throws a head kick but Gilmore moves out of range.
#CL2#
Gilmore instigates a clinch. #BC#
Wilcox's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Gilmore darts in looking for a takedown but Wilcox gets double underhooks and turns Gilmore into the cage.
Gilmore throws a nice looking combination but Wilcox bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Wilcox lands a jab to the head.
Wilcox moves in looking to clinch but Gilmore pushes him off.
Wilcox shoots in but Gilmore avoids the takedown attempt easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Gilmore gets a clinch. #BC2#
Gilmore breaks from the clinch.
#T1#
Wilcox takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Wilcox moves to clinch but Gilmore breaks away
and Gilmore counters with a right hand to the body.
Gilmore gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Wilcox with a lazy takedown attempt
enabling Gilmore to counter with a crisp jab.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Memphis Wilcox. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Wilcox shoots in and drives through. Gilmore sprawls well.
Wilcox stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Wilcox wants it to stay on the feet.
No luck for Wilcox with that takedown attempt.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Gilmore misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Wilcox seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Gilmore shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Wilcox as he avoids it easily. #T2#
Wilcox shoots in looking for a takedown but Gilmore manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Wilcox's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Jab from Gilmore.
Wilcox swings away with a leg kick that misses.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Wilcox is defended easily by Gilmore.
Gilmore lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Wilcox tries to clinch but Gilmore moves out of range.
Wilcox misses with a takedown attempt - Gilmore sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T3#
Wilcox fails with the takedown.
Gilmore is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Wilcox with a body shot.
Gilmore thumps Wilcox with a low kick.#CL2#
Gilmore has Wilcox up against the cage in a clinch.
Nice body punch from Gilmore.
Wilcox goes for a takedown attempt but Gilmore pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Wilcox throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Gilmore's waist but Gilmore gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Wilcox off to one side. #TD2#
Gilmore closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Weston Gilmore has got the better of the ground game so far.
Gilmore with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T4#
Gilmore not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Wilcox is looking for a sweep. Gilmore is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gilmore throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Gilmore wants to lay and pray for a moment but Wilcox keeps working.
Wilcox wants to improve his position but Gilmore is controlling well.
Gilmore is looking to take a break and control but Wilcox is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Memphis Wilcox has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Weston Gilmore is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Wilcox lands a big head kick that sends Gilmore to the canvas! Wilcox follows up with strikes from the mount that forces the ref to step in and stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Memphis Wilcox!
Memphis Wilcox took to the mic in his post fight interview and said 'Nobody is taking this championship away from me!'. |
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Event:
VF 9: Wilcox Vs. Fiend
Date: Dec 15, 2023 |
#R1#
Fiend cracks Wilcox with a right hand to the side of the head.
Fiend stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Fiend wants it to stay on the feet.
Fiend just misses with a punch to the body.
Wilcox darts in looking for a takedown but Fiend gets double underhooks and turns Wilcox into the cage.
Wilcox has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Fiend avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Memphis Wilcox. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Fiend lands a right hand that snaps the head of Wilcox backwards.
The referee is keeping an eye on Fiend - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Fiend working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Fiend lands a body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good body shot from Fiend.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Fiend.
Fiend stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
A right handed body shot lands from Fiend.
Fiend lands a nice uppercut.#T1#
Fiend leaning against his opponent.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Fiend.
A short right from Fiend on the inside.
Fiend is struggling to control the position.
Wilcox takes a shot to the head.
A shot in the inside from Fiend.
Fiend lands a right hand that snaps the head of Wilcox backwards.
Fiend has Wilcox pushed against the cage.
Fiend stalls.
Fiend will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Wilcox up against the cage.
Fiend prevents Wilcox from breaking the clinch.#T2#
Fiend working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Fiend is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
A short left from Fiend.
Fiend lands an uppercut.
Fiend lands with a left to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Wilcox is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Fiend gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Wilcox's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Fiend is working Wilcox over against the cage.
Fiend creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Wilcox's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Wilcox drops to his knees and Fiend pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bean Fiend! |
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Event:
VF 3: Roman Vs Chavan
Date: Nov 03, 2023 |
#R1#
Wilcox tries a head kick but it misses.
Rodriguez stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Rodriguez wants it to stay on the feet.#TD#
Wilcox tries to sprawl but Rodriguez drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Rodriguez throwing shots but Wilcox is blocking nicely.
Rodriguez tries to pass the half guard into mount. Wilcox knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Wilcox on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Wilcox is looking for a sweep. Rodriguez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Rodriguez thows a huge punch but Wilcox dodges it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriguez prevents Wilcox from improving his position.
Rodriguez not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T1#
Rodriguez wants to control but Wilcox is keeping him busy.
Rodriguez is really struggling to control Wilcox but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Nice strikes from Rodriguez there.
Wilcox tries to roll over but Rodriguez keeps him under control.#SUB#
Rodriguez is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Wilcox is just riding it out for now. Rodriguez eventually gives up the hold.
Wilcox is trying to control but can't.
#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Rodriguez is looking to stall here but Wilcox recovers full guard.
Wilcox trying to control the position.
Rodriguez slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Rodriguez has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Rodriguez postures up.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Rodriguez avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Wilcox misses with a takedown attempt #CL#
and Rodriguez holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #TD#
Rodriguez drags the fight down to the ground.
#T3#
Wilcox controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Rodriguez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Rodriguez wants to improve his position but instead Wilcox has moved into half guard.
Wilcox is looking to take a break and control but Rodriguez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Wilcox controlling the pace.
Rodriguez is not content to let Wilcox control the position.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Wilcox thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Wilcox is looking to take a break and control but Rodriguez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Wilcox thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Rodriguez is breathing heavily.
Wilcox not doing much here.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#CL#
Rodriguez moves into range and clinches up with Wilcox.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Rico Rodriguez dominated that round.
That's time! Rodriguez's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Rodriguez avoids the head kick by Wilcox.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Rodriguez is defended easily by Wilcox.
Rodriguez shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Wilcox defends it nicely.
Wilcox follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Wilcox shoots in and drives through. Rodriguez sprawls well.
Wilcox fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Rodriguez fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rico Rodriguez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An inside leg kick lands from Rodriguez. #CL#
Rodriguez gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T1#
Wilcox changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Rodriguez fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL#
Rodriguez drives through and clinches with Wilcox against the cage.
Wilcox has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#TD#
Rodriguez pulls guard. #SUB#
Rodriguez looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Rodriguez knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Wilcox on the ground.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Wilcox advances position into side control!
Rico Rodriguez overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SU2#
Wilcox decides to stand back up. Wilcox steps back and let's Rodriguez get back to his feet.
Wilcox scores with a shot to the body.
#T2#
Wilcox throws a sloppy head kick and Rodriguez moves out of range easily.
Wilcox shoots in but no luck this time.
Horrible takedown attempt by Rodriguez or perhaps it was just good defense by Wilcox, which made it look bad.
Wilcox tries to clinch there but Rodriguez circles away.
Wilcox shoots in looking for a takedown. Rodriguez tries to sprawl out of it but Wilcox keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Rodriguez manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Wilcox is defended easily by Rodriguez.
Rodriguez shoots in for a takedown but Wilcox shows good takedown defense.
Despite the aggression on Wilcox's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#T3#
Rodriguez slaps away a takedown attempt from Wilcox, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Wilcox shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Rodriguez sprawls well. Rodriguez wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Wilcox gets slowly back to his feet.
Danga de danga de dang - Wilcox scores with a four punch combination!
Wilcox throws a body kick that misses.
Rodriguez appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#TD#
Rodriguez feints and as Wilcox raises his hands in defense, Rodriguez changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wilcox is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T4#
Wilcox pulls Rodriguez in to control the position.
Rodriguez won't allow Wilcox to sweep him here.
Wilcox manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Rodriguez manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Wilcox content to stall in guard here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Rodriguez has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Wilcox is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Rodriguez.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Memphis Wilcox will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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#
A right-left combo lands from Wilcox. #CL#
Wilcox gets tackled into the cage by Rodriguez. Rodriguez maintains the clinch. #BC#
Rodriguez breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Wilcox looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Wilcox fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Rodriguez avoids the head kick by Wilcox.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriguez fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Wilcox on the side of the head.#TD#
Wilcox tries to sprawl but Rodriguez drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Rodriguez is looking to advance position but Wilcox won't allow it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rodriguez blocks the strikes from Wilcox.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Rodriguez is stalling here. Wilcox is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Rodriguez seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Wilcox has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. #SU2#
Wilcox decides to stand back up. Wilcox steps back and let's Rodriguez get back to his feet.
Wilcox changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Rodriguez tries to avoid it but Wilcox manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Rodriguez to the ground. Rodriguez escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Rico Rodriguez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Memphis Wilcox.
Wilcox tries to clinch up.
Rodriguez appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Wilcox doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL#
and Rodriguez counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Rodriguez.
Wilcox has had enough of the clinch but Rodriguez keeps him there for the moment.
Wilcox fails to pull guard.
#T2#
Rodriguez prevents a takedown attempt there.
Rodriguez wants to take the fight to the mat but Wilcox manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Wilcox is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Rodriguez is defending well.#TD#
Rodriguez gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Wilcox is staying active underneath Rodriguez, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Wilcox regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Rodriguez content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Wilcox has locked up a guillotine! Wilcox's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Rodriguez is holding on here and Wilcox must be using up a lot of energy. Rodriguez has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Wilcox gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Memphis Wilcox!
Memphis Wilcox is the new bantamweight champion! |
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