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Event:
FCL 71 - Mesquita vs Gray
Date: Jan 04, 2025 |
#R1# Frid ducks under a wild hook from Data. Data takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Frid scores with a shot to the body.
Frid takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Frid with a hook. Frid slaps away a takedown attempt from Data, before circling back to the center of the mat. Frid throws a right and a left that Data avoids nicely. Frid misses with a wild combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Frid getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Frid fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T1# Frid takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Frid displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. Data works the jab nicely. Data tries to clinch but fails miserably and Frid counters with a straight right hand. Frid ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Frid swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Data connects with a leg kick. A leg kick checked by Frid. Frid is looking to counter punch. Frid thows a leg kick but Data checks it #TD2# and Data decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Frid's guard. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB# Frid working for submissions but it's allowed Data to get to half guard.
Data is looking to take a break and control but Frid is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Data scoring with strikes to the body and head. Frid's coaches at The Tank Factory have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#T2##SUB# Frid looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Frid tries to get to full guard but Data has control of the leg. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Data lands a nice short elbow. Data lands with a punch from half guard. Data slips a nice elbow through Frid's hands, connecting with Frid's forehead.#SUB# Frid looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Frid taking some punishment here, with Data in his half guard. Data wants to lay and pray for a moment but Frid keeps working. Data uses his free foot to push down on Frid's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Frid. Frid tries to hold on but Data pushes him away. Frid is squirming around, avoiding Data's attempts to control the action. #T3# Data lands a big shot there that rocks Frid but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Data lands a big shot there that rocks Frid but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
#ROC2#Frid is rocked! Data wants to control the action but instead Frid gets a body lock and reverses into Data's guard! Nice work! Oh Frid is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!! Data working a defensive guard here.
Frid seems to have got his legs back now.#SUB2# Frid got a little sloppy there for a moment and Data has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Frid has managed to get both his arms back between Data's legs - danger averted. Frid stands and throws Data's legs to the side, diving into side control. The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. You can see the frustration on Data's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Data manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T4# Frid wants to control but Data is keeping him busy. Data tries to roll over but Frid keeps him under control.#SUB# Frid seems to be working for a kimura but Data defends the submission attempt. Data manages to get to full guard.
#SUB2# Data working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Frid has passed into half guard!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Kalle Frid will probably get the nod. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2# Frid swings for the body but Data moves out of range.
Frid lands with an overhand left. Frid scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Data scores with a jab to the body. Frid misses with a jab, cross combination.
Frid looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Frid misses with a combination
and Data counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Kalle Frid is winning the standup battle so far.#KD2# Data connects with a vicious head kick that knocks Frid to the floor! Data dives in looking for the finish!#CUT2#It looks like Kalle Frid has been cut. This has been an exciting period of action! Frid wants to control the action here but instead Data manages to pass to full mount! Frid is in all sorts of trouble here.
#SUB2# Data looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet. Lieutenant Data has got the better of the ground game so far. Data is landing with some decent strikes but Frid is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.#T1# Data has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Frid's face.
Frid keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Frid is bucking up trying to escape but Data cracks him with another couple of good strikes. Data trying to control but he's not successful this time. Data postures up and lands a whopping elbow - oh that's hurt Frid bigstyle! Two more strikes land for Data and the fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lieutenant Data! Lieutenant Data bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
FCL 67 - Dux vs Mesquita
Date: Dec 04, 2024 |
#R1# Data jabs Grov to the body, keeping him at a distance. Grov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. No joy there for Grov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Grov slips a jab and a cross from Data.
#TD# Grov drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Data has control of Grov's left arm, preventing Grov from doing any damage. Grov postures up.
Data might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Grov haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2# Data working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Grov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Grov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Data looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Grov wants to pass the guard but Data is keeping the position. Grov wants to control from the top but Data keeps moving. #T1##SUB2# Data is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Grov defends well. Grov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Data swivels though and keeps the full guard. Grov trying to control the position from guard on top but Data is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Data not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Grov catches Data with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Grov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Eliss Grov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Data misses with an uppercut. Grov saw that one coming.#T2##TD# Grov shoots in and bounces Data off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#SUB2# Data is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Grov is aware though and is defending well. Grov pushes down on Data's leg and manages to get into half guard. Data wants to get back to full guard. Grov moves nicely into side control. Data trying to remain calm as Grov controls from the top position. Grov is looking to take a break and control but Data is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB# Grov swings around for an armbar but Data sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Grov's guard.#T3# Grov is trying to control the position but Data postures up. Data is looking to work some ground and pound but Grov has wrist control. Data 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. Data is looking to work some ground and pound but Grov has wrist control. Data throws a strike but Grov rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR# Data controls Grov momentarily but Grov frees himself. Grov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. Data is trying to keep Grov in close.
Grov with a flurry of punches that miss. #T4# Data looking to hit a scissor sweep but Grov is one step ahead there. Data trying to keep a closed guard but Grov is proving a slippery customer.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Data is pulling down on Grov's head. It's preventing any offense from Grov, at least for the moment. Grov stands and throws Data's legs to the side, diving into side control. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Data is trying to control Grov's posture but Grov avoids it. #SUB# Grov goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Data has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Grov but great work by Data. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Eliss Grov dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2# Grov shoots in looking for a takedown but Data manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Grov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Eliss Grov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Data walks into a straight right hand from Grov. Data throws a low kick but Grov moves out of range easily. Grov throwing a counter right hand but Data manages to avoid it. Jab, jab by Data - just one landing. Grov slips under a jab. Grov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Data looks to throw the jab but Grov is out of range. Data scoring well with a low kick there.
A swing and a miss from Data. Data moves out of range as Grov strikes. Data thumps Grov with a low kick. Data ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Grov moves away. Data throws a hook to the side of Grov's head but Grov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Grov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#TD2# Data scores with a takedown into Grov's guard. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Grov controls Data momentarily but Data frees himself. #T1# Data 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. #SUB# Data avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Grov looking for a sweep. Not yet Grov, not yet. Data wants to control from the top but Grov keeps moving. Data working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Data trying to control but Grov is working from the bottom. Data must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Hammerfist, elbow! yells Data's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB# Grov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Data postures up in Grov's guard and throws a big left but Grov blocks it. Data trying to control the position from guard on top but Grov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Eliss Grov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Data is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully. Data wants to pass the guard but Grov is keeping the position. Data is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position. Data working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Grov's head.#T3##SUB# Grov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Grov is trying to hold Data in close to prevent damage but Data has managed to pass into half guard.
Grov is looking for a sweep. Data is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Grov is trying to control but can't.
Data is looking to stall here but Grov recovers full guard. Data 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. Grov working a defensive guard here.
#T4##SUB# Grov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Data defends well. Data makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. Grov wants to sweep here but Data controlling him for the moment. Data connects with a couple of short punches. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Grov keeping moving, preventing Data from controlling successfully. Grov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Lieutenant Data showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3# Grov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Grov blocks a head kick by Data.
No joy there for Grov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Data throws a lazy right hand but Grov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Data throws a lazy right hand but Grov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL2# Data has closed the distance and engaged Grov in a clinch.
#BC# Grov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Data circles away from the clinch attempt#TD2# and Data counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Data. #SUB# Grov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Data trying to control but Grov is working from the bottom. #SUB# Grov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Data doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Data manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T1# Data trying to control but Grov is working from the bottom. Grov has momentary wrist control but Data slips an elbow through the middle. Data preventing the sweep. #SUB# Data got a little sloppy there for a moment and Grov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Data has managed to get both his arms back between Grov's legs - danger averted. Data trying to control but Grov is working from the bottom. Data lands a couple of elbows. Data trying to control but Grov is working from the bottom. #T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Data looking to control the position here, rather than advance. Data is fighting to break Grov's control of his arms but Grov is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment. Data stands up over Grov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. Data not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB# Grov has his foot on Data's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Data works his way back into a safe position though. Grov keeping moving, preventing Data from controlling successfully. Data is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #T3# Data throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Grov keeping moving, preventing Data from controlling successfully. #SUB# Grov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Data is aware though and is defending well. Grov 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##SUB# Grov is trying to work for a kimura but Data is defending well.
Grov prevents Data from improving his position. Grov stalling away here and it's allowed Data to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. Grov passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T4# Grov slows the pace down. Data is trying to control Grov's posture but Grov avoids it. Grov is looking to take a break and control but Data is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Data wants to control but Grov postures up. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Data tries to bench press Grov off him but Grov keeps the position.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Lieutenant Data. I think Data has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29 Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29 Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lieutenant Data! Lieutenant Data decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
FCL - 61
Date: Nov 01, 2024 |
#R1# Data throws a hook but Grov avoids it easily. Grov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Grov tries to move into range but Data moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Data dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#TD# Grov shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Grov trying to control from half guard but Data is working away. Grov not doing much here.
Data wants to control but Grov is keeping busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Data is looking for a sweep. Grov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T1# Data is still trying to improve position. Data keeps trying to improve his position. Grov passes to side control. #SUB# Grov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Grov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! Data felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#SUB# Grov tries for a kimura but Data is defending well. Grov advances nicely into full mount. Grov controlling his opponent. #T2# Data tries to get back to half guard but can't. Grov trying to control but Data is having none of it. Grov avoids the attempt from Data to control. Grov trying to control but he's not successful this time. Data manages to regain half guard. Good work. Data has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Grov is working away from the top position though. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Data wants to get back to full guard.#T3# Data wants to control but Grov is keeping busy and won't allow it. Data is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Grov is staying active.#SUB# Grov is working for a kimura but Data is defending it quite comfortably.
Grov is looking to take a break and control but Data is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Data is looking to improve his position.
Data desperately trying to maintain half guard. #T4# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB# Grov is looking for a kimura but Data is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Grov to get the leverage. Grov is pressing down on Data's thigh, looking to free his foot. Data is holding on for now. Data is looking to control Grov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Data avoid being mounted? We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace. Grov wants to pass the guard but Data is defending well. #SUB2# Data looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Data is looking to control Grov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Data avoid being mounted?#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Eliss Grov dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2# Good shot there by Data. A lazy left from Grov finds it's target. Grov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Horrible takedown attempt by Grov or perhaps it was just good defense by Data, which made it look bad. A little jabbing left from Data on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Data tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Grov was well out of range. Poor timing from Data. Grov scores to the head and body with a nice combination! A jab from Grov misses. Grov throws a right hand that misses
and Data counters with a stiff right hand. Data swinging wildly here.
Grov takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Data punishes Grov's body with a nice straight punch. Data shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Grov pinned against the cage. Grov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T1# Data scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Data ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Grov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Data throws out the jab. Grov throws out a loose jab but Data uses good head movement to avoid it. Data misses with a body shot.
Data bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Grov's head. Grov lands with a nice combination. Data backs away looking to recover. Lieutenant Data seems to be getting the better of the standup. Data with a body punch. A glancing blow. Data misses with a wild body shot. Grov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Data.
Grov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Data fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Grov manages to avoid it. Grov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Data.
Grov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T2# Grov scores with a one two! Data had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Data slaps away a takedown attempt from Grov, before circling back to the center of the mat. Grov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Grov misses with a double jab.
Data throws a predictable looking body shot
and Grov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Grov shoots in for a takedown but Data shows good takedown defense. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Eliss Grov. That's going to take a lot out of him. A head kick misses from Data. Data misses the jab. Grov avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Data tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Grov was well out of range. Poor timing from Data. Data is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Grov rather than just go for the knockout. Grov throws a series of punches but Data avoids them all with ease. Data thows a left - swing and a miss! A combination from Grov does no damage. Grov on the wrong end of a nice hook. Grov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#T3# Grov on the wrong end of a nice jab. Grov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Data thuds a left hand into Grov's body. Grov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Grov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Data circles away quickly and effectively.#TD2# Data shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Data was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Data working away. Data lands a decent elbow from side control. Data trying to control the position but Grov is working away. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Data throws a strike aimed at the side of Grov's head but Grov avoids it well.#T4# Grov is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB# Grov actively working from the bottom here. Grov is refusing to be controlled, as Data sits in half guard. Data with the ground and pound but Grov uses the opportunity to regain guard. Data wants to control from the top but Grov keeps moving. #SUB# Grov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Data defends well.#SUB# Grov isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Data stacks Grov on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Data! Data is looking to take a break and control but Grov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Lieutenant Data will probably get the nod - 10:9. 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!#R3# Data fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Data swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Grov. The fighters circle momentarily. Data darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#TD# Grov shoots in and bounces Data off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Data trying to control the position here. Grov tries to free his leg and advance position but Data is retaining full guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Grov trying to control the position from guard on top but Data is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1# Data 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# Data is keen to just control but Grov is a slippery customer. Data throwing shots but Grov is blocking nicely. Data wants to take a breather but Grov is having none of it. Grov wants to control but Data is keeping busy.
Data is trying to control. Grov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Grov trying to control but Data postures up.
Grov on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T2# Grov is looking to improve his position.
Data is trying to control. Grov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Grov wants to control but Data is keeping busy and won't allow it. Data prevents Grov from improving his position. Data missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Data takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists. Data wants to take a breather but Grov is having none of it. Data is nestled in close to Grov, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Data content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. Grov wants to control but Data is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T3# Still in half guard, Data seems content to control.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Data jabs at Grov's body. Data walks into a straight right hand from Grov. Data misses with a body kick. Grov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Grov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Grov takes a body punch but keeps moving. Data scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Eliss Grov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Grov tries to bum rush Data with a series of wild strikes but Data uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Data swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Data stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Data.#TD2# Data closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Data lands in his opponent's guard. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Data is stalling in the full guard. #T4##SUB# Grov is looking for a triangle here but Data uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Data working the ground and pound from side control. Lieutenant Data has got the better of the ground game so far. Grov tries to buck Data off but Data is having none of it. Grov takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.#SUB2# Data is trying to get an arm triangle but Grov is defending well. Grov is looking for a sweep.
And that's the end of the fight! Lieutenant Data comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Data has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29 Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29 Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lieutenant Data! A less than humble Lieutenant Data misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities. |
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Event:
FCL - 54
Date: Sep 27, 2024 |
#R1# Data cracks Tranny Savage with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#CUT2#It looks like Macho Maam Tranny Savage has been cut. Data waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tranny Savage. Tranny Savage definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Tranny Savage misses the shot to the body. Data misses with a double jab.
Lieutenant Data seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL# Tranny Savage clinches with his opponent.
Data tries for a takedown. No joy.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tranny Savage. #TD2# Data manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake. Data utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Data looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Tranny Savage's corner is telling him to maintain position. Tranny Savage 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.#SUB2# Data has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tranny Savage can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Tranny Savage works a leg free and moves into half guard. Data trying to control from the bottom.
Data keeping hold of Tranny Savage's head, controlling as best he can. #T1# Data moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard. Tranny Savage landing with the ground and pound. Tranny Savage preventing the sweep. Tranny Savage works over Data with some ground and pound from guard. Tranny Savage is working Data over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. Data is trying to keep Tranny Savage in close.
Tranny Savage working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T2# Tranny Savage preventing the sweep. Tranny Savage working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Tranny Savage missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Tranny Savage lands a couple of elbows. Data wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2# Data has his foot on Tranny Savage's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tranny Savage works his way back into a safe position though. Tranny Savage looking to pass the guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Data keeping moving, preventing Tranny Savage from controlling successfully. Tranny Savage advances position into side control! Tranny Savage content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T3# Data is looking to reverse the position. Tranny Savage working the body and head with strikes. #SUB# Tranny Savage is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Data knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. The ground and pound from Tranny Savage seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. Tranny Savage trying to control the position but Data is working away. Data tries to bench press Tranny Savage off him but Tranny Savage keeps the position. #T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Tranny Savage looks up at the clock and then as Data takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Tranny Savage smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Data tries to get back to half guard but can't. Tranny Savage scores with punches from side control. Tranny Savage throwing shots but missing, from side control. Data is looking for a sweep. You can see the frustration on Data's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Data stops Tranny Savage from passing to mount. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Data sneaks back into half guard. Data gets full guard. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Macho Maam Tranny Savage dominated that round. The cut man is working on Macho Maam Tranny Savage's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2# Tranny Savage stuffs the takedown attempt from Data. Data gets slowly back to his feet. Data moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Tranny Savage takes a swing at Data's ribcage but misses. Data throws a shot to the body.
Tranny Savage punishes Data's body with a nice straight punch. Data misses with an uppercut
#KD# and Data is countered with a crisp right hand from Tranny Savage that sends him to the canvas! Tranny Savage follows him to the mat into side control. #ROC#Data is rocked! Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Data is looking for a sweep. Data is still in real trouble! Can Tranny Savage finish him? Tranny Savage scoring with punches and elbows. Tranny Savage trying to control the action but Data is working from the bottom. Tranny Savage working away. Data seems to have recovered his senses.#T1# Data is looking to regain half guard here but Tranny Savage keeps moving and retains side control. Tranny Savage working the ground and pound from side control.#SUB# Tranny Savage is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Data looks calm but he's in trouble here. Tranny Savage gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Data is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Tranny Savage lets go of the hold and Data can pop his arm back in it's socket.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Macho Maam Tranny Savage! Macho Maam Tranny Savage seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
FCL - 49
Date: Aug 24, 2024 |
#R1##CL2# Data moves into the clinch. Data jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Striking walks away with a smile on his face. Data gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. Data throws out a loose jab but Striking uses good head movement to avoid it. Striking takes a swing at Data's ribcage but misses. Data looks like he wants to counter punch here. Striking scores with a jab to the jaw. Striking misses with an uppercut. Data saw that one coming.#CL2# Data moves into the clinch.#BC# Striking breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Data ducks under a wild hook from Striking. Data slips under a jab. We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Data has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat. Striking cracks Data with a good jab. A left and a right from Striking both land. Nice combination. Data takes a shot to the body in his stride.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Striking uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Data.
Striking thows a left - swing and a miss! Data changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt. Nice body punch from Data. Striking throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD2# and Data counters with a nice double leg into half guard. Striking knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Data on the ground.#T1##SUB2# Data seems to be looking for submissions.
#ES# Striking has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Data is on him like a limpet, forcing Striking back against the cage.#BC# Striking manages to break the clinch.
A big right from Striking misses. Striking definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Data lands a glancing blow to the side of Striking's head. Sergio Striking seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Data keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Striking misses with a combination
#TD2# and Data counters with a nice double leg into side control. Striking won't be happy with that. Striking is trying to buck Data off. Data working the head and body with strikes. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Data trying to control the action but Striking is working from the bottom. Data has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T2# Data landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. Data moves into full mount! Striking wants to try and get back to his feet. Data scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Striking?
Data can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Striking is looking to escape. Data won't let Striking get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now. #T3# Data trying to control but Striking is having none of it. Data throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage. Data landing strikes, looking to finish! Striking wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Data.
Striking trying desperately to get to his feet.
Striking avoids a series of strikes thrown by Data.
Data working the ground and pound effectively.
#T4# Data raining down hammerfists from mount.#ROC2#Striking is rocked! Data postures up and lands a whopping elbow - oh that's hurt Striking bigstyle! Two more strikes land for Data and the fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lieutenant Data! Lieutenant Data decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. The defeated Sergio Striking had this to say: 'I'll back'. |
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Event:
FCL - 45
Date: Aug 03, 2024 |
#R1# Data rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Panda moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Data's corner calls for a 1-2. Data obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. Data with a jab. We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Data has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.#KD2# Data lands a big head kick that sends Panda tumbling to the mat! Data takes a step backwards and waves Panda back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#Panda is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Grappling Panda has been cut. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Data tries a head kick but it misses.
Oh Panda is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Data throws a good cross that connects.
Data tries a head kick but it misses.
Panda is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Data. Data thuds his right hand into Panda's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#TD# Data gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Data being controlled here, momentarily. Panda seems to have got his legs back now. Panda seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Data for as long as he can get away with.#T1# Data is trying to keep Panda in close.
Data being controlled here, momentarily. Data wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB# Panda postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Data is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Panda, into his guard. #REVB# We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake. Panda is controlling Data's posture. Panda keeping moving, preventing Data from controlling successfully. #T3# Panda can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Data controls the pace.#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. Panda gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Panda looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Decent striking displayed by Data there.#KD2# Data sends Panda crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Data is motioning to the referee to let Panda up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet! This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Panda ducks into an uppercut from Data and that's knocked him out cold! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Lieutenant Data! Lieutenant Data spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
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Event:
FCL - 37
Date: Jun 22, 2024 |
#R1# Data misses with a two punch combination.
Data misses with a wild combination.
Data throws a combination that misses and Boxeri connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. We've been told by Boxeri's head coaches at Räkälä that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight. Data throws a right hand that Boxeri ducks under and follows up with a left that Boxeri also avoids with ease. Boxeri tries to clinch there but Data circles away.
Boxeri throws a jab when Data was well out of range. Boxeri is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Data. Data swinging wildly here.
Data tries to bum rush Boxeri with a series of wild strikes but Boxeri uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Boxeri uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Data. Boxeri connects with a single shot there. Data looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Data ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Data tries to bum rush Boxeri with a series of wild strikes but Boxeri uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Data takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Data will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Data throws a right and a left that both miss. Boxeri listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. Data throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Boxeri cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Data throws a hook but Boxeri avoids it easily.#T1# Data throws an off balance right hand
and Boxeri counters with a right hand to the body. Data jabbing away but nothing is landing. Boxeri wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch. Lieutenant Data seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Data fails to land with a series of punches.
Data misses with a jab, cross combination.
Boxeri works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Data on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Data avoids the body shot from Boxeri.
Boxeri tests Data's chin there with a solid looking shot. Data misses with a jab, cross combination.
Data showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Boxeri.
Boxeri scores with a body shot.
Data throws a right and a left that both miss. Boxeri is looking to counter the offense by Data and move into the clinch. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. A decent looking cross lands there for Boxeri. Data throws a poor cross that misses
and Boxeri counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Data thinking. #CL# Boxeri clinches up with Data and pushes him back against the cage. Boxeri lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Data backwards. Data takes a shot to the head. #ROC#Data is rocked! Data misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Data is still on wobbly legs! Can Boxeri finish him?#T2# Data lands with a right to the head. Boxeri lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Data backwards. Come on Boxeri - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Boxeri tries a body shot but Data blocks it.
Data seems to have recovered his senses. Data scores with an uppercut up the middle. Data is trying to force a seperation but Boxeri has the dominant position.#BC2# Data breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Data lands a two punch combo.
#CUT2#It looks like Pate Boxeri has been cut. Boxeri is really peppering his opponent's head with punches. Data keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Boxeri. Data ducks under a wild hook from Boxeri. Sloppy strikes from Data. Those never looked like landing. Boxeri connects with a body shot that sends Data's belly button to the back. Data throws a right and a left that Boxeri avoids nicely. Data gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. Data swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#CL# and Boxeri counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Boxeri. Boxeri leaning against his opponent.
Nice body punch from Boxeri - that landed with a thud.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Data as Boxeri tries to tie him up. #T3# Boxeri lands a shoulder strike. Data misses with a body punch.
Data lands a right hand. Data lands with a right to the head. #BC2# Data breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Nice uppercut lands for Boxeri. That snapped Data's head back.
Data misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Data misses with a two punch combination.
Boxeri showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Data.
Nice shot by Boxeri. Data rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Boxeri moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Data moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body. The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL# Boxeri moves into the clinch. Boxeri tries a body shot but Data blocks it.
Data letting Boxeri take a breather here. Boxeri lands a right hand. #T4# Both fighters working to control the clinch. Boxeri tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Data's elbow. Data looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Boxeri lands with a left to the head. Boxeri misses with a hook from the clinch. Boxeri stalling in the clinch.
Data blocking some punches.
Data tries to circle away but Boxeri has him pinned against the cage. Boxeri leaning his opponent against the cage. Data is trying to break the clinch but Boxeri is controlling him. Boxeri prevents a body shot from Data. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Boxeri scores with a nice hook to the head. A shot in the inside from Boxeri. Boxeri goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Data blocks a body shot from Boxeri. Data scores with a shot to the side of Boxeri's head. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Pate Boxeri will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Pate Boxeri's cut. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2# Boxeri connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Data's hands. Data throws an overhand right that lands on Boxeri's shoulder, as Boxeri tries to avoid the shot. Boxeri scores with a shot to the body.
Boxeri misses the shot to the body. Good exchange - Boxeri coming out on top. Data rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Boxeri moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Data misses with a double jab.
Data misses with a few strikes there.
Data swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A punch combination from Data misses. A shot to the liver by Boxeri. Beautiful body shot. Data throws a lazy right hand but Boxeri sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Lieutenant Data seems to be getting the better of the standup. Data lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Boxeri backs up against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action! Data misses with a double jab.
#CL# Boxeri clinches up with Data and pushes him back against the cage. Boxeri controlling the action here for a moment.
Pate Boxeri has scored more points in the clinch so far. Boxeri working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Boxeri scores with a shot to the side of Data's head. #T1# Boxeri leaning against his opponent.
Boxeri tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. A nice right hand lands inside from Boxeri. A short right hand to the side of the head by Data. Boxeri throws a head punch that misses. #BC2# Data breaks from the clinch.
Data drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Data tries to bum rush Boxeri with a series of wild strikes but Boxeri uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Boxeri lands a right hook to the body.
Data throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Boxeri fails in his attempt to clinch. Boxeri lands with a good body shot. Boxeri dodges the punch combination from Data.
Boxeri swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Data is breathing heavily. Boxeri bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Data's head backwards. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! A shot to the liver by Boxeri. Beautiful body shot. Boxeri's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Boxeri duly obliges. A left lands for Boxeri.#T2# Data throws a poor cross that misses
and Boxeri counters with a right hand to the body. Boxeri uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Data. Boxeri showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Data.
Data gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#CL# The fight moves into the clinch position. Data has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. Data works on Boxeri's body with a couple of short punches.#BC2# Data breaks the clinch.
No joy there for Data, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Data looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Data on the wrong end of a nice jab.#CL# Boxeri drives through and clinches with Data against the cage.
Data fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Boxeri lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Boxeri's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.#T3# Boxeri working aggressively here.
Boxeri is working Data over against the cage. Boxeri lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Boxeri working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Boxeri throws a big uppercut that drops Data! More strikes from Boxeri and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Data lies dazed against the cage as Boxeri celebrates with his cornermen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:28 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Pate Boxeri! Pate Boxeri thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 29, 2023 |
#R1##TD# Mitchell changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Data looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Data defending against the ground and pound. Data manages to get back to half guard. Data blocking the ground and pound attempt from Mitchell. Data regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Mitchell. Mitchell postures up.
Mitchell makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. Mitchell content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. Mitchell throws a big elbow that misses. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Data trying to keep a closed guard but Mitchell is proving a slippery customer.
Mitchell trying to control the position from guard on top but Data is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1# Mitchell chips away with some ground and pound. Mitchell connects with a couple of short punches. Mitchell wants to control from the top but Data keeps moving. Mitchell working some strikes from top position. Mitchell with a flurry of punches that miss. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Mitchell accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Mitchell throwing strikes but missing. Data is trying to control the position but Mitchell postures up. Mitchell with a flurry of punches that miss. #T2# Mitchell throws a big right hand that misses. Mitchell with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal. Mitchell looking to sit in guard and control but Data gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB# There's a bit of a scramble here and now Mitchell is on top in guard.
#REVR# Mitchell is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Data is on top in guard.
#REVB# Mitchell wants to sweep here but Data controlling him for the moment. #T3# Data is fighting to break Mitchell's control of his arms but Mitchell is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment. Mitchell is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Mitchell is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Mitchell looking to hit a scissor sweep but Data is one step ahead there. Mitchell is pulling down on Data's head. It's preventing any offense from Data, at least for the moment. Mitchell on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Mitchell tries to get out of the position. Mitchell looking to hit a scissor sweep but Data is one step ahead there. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Mitchell seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Mitchell staying out of range there. Mitchell changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Abram Mitchell dominated that round. That's time! Mitchell's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2# No joy there for Data, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Mitchell feinted with a counter takedown. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Mitchell is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Data can do to turn this around? Mitchell avoids a punch combination nicely.
Data bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Mitchell's head backwards.#CUT2#It looks like Abram Mitchell has been cut. Abram Mitchell is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Mitchell ducks right into an uppercut from Data. #TD# Mitchell manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Data on his heels. He'll look to pass Data's guard now, I'm sure. Mitchell loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Mitchell working some strikes from top position. Data controlling the position. Mitchell with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal. Data 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# This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Mitchell controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. Data is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T1# Mitchell wants to get back to full guard. The fighters are battling for position here. Mitchell manages to regain full guard. Nice work. Mitchell wants to sweep but no luck. Abram Mitchell overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Mitchell keeping moving, preventing Data from controlling successfully. Mitchell seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. Data won't allow Mitchell to sweep him here. #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. Data trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Mitchell has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. Mitchell wants to sweep here but Data controlling him for the moment. The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace. Mitchell controlling the position.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Data misses with the combination.
Mitchell takes one on the chin but seems OK.
#T3##TD# Mitchell gets a double leg takedown into Data's guard. Mitchell postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Mitchell trying to control the position from guard on top but Data is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Mitchell throwing strikes but missing. Mitchell throws an elbow that misses. Data uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Mitchell's guard. Nice move by Data!#REVB# Data won't allow Mitchell to sweep him here. Mitchell is working hard here to advance position.#T4# Data slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Mitchell is trying to improve his position. A lull in the action here. Mitchell is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Data is one step ahead and moves to full mount! The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Mitchell is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. Mitchell tries to get back to half guard but can't. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Lieutenant Data showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Abram Mitchell's cut. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##TD# Mitchell manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Data on his heels. He'll look to pass Data's guard now, I'm sure. Mitchell working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Mitchell preventing the sweep. Data trying to keep a closed guard but Mitchell is proving a slippery customer.
Mitchell trying to control but Data is working from the bottom. Mitchell trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Data looking for a sweep. Not yet Data, not yet. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mitchell is looking to work some ground and pound but Data has wrist control. Mitchell missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Mitchell looking to sit in guard and control but Data gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB# Mitchell wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T1# Mitchell looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Mitchell is controlling Data's posture. Mitchell keeping moving, preventing Data from controlling successfully. Data might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Mitchell haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time. Mitchell pulls Data in close to prevent any damage. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Data throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Data throws a nice looking combination but Mitchell bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#TD# Mitchell drives through with a takedown into guard. Mitchell with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal. Data utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Data not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Mitchell lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard. Mitchell working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Data's head. Mitchell is working Data over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. Mitchell lands a couple of elbows. Mitchell engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Mitchell trying to control the position from guard on top but Data is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3# Mitchell scores with a decent looking elbow strike. Mitchell lands a couple of digs. Mitchell trying to control the position from guard on top but Data is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Mitchell missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Mitchell cracks Data with a solid left hand. Data preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Mitchell trying to move into half guard but instead Data has managed to sweep!#REVB# Mitchell tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T4# Mitchell trying to control the position here. Mitchell continues to stall. Mitchell 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# Nice strikes from Mitchell there. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Data manages to get to full guard.
Data working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Mitchell.
And that's the end of the fight! Abram Mitchell showed his dominance in that final round. I think Mitchell has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Francis DeMontford scores the fight 29:28 Judge Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 29:28 Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Abram Mitchell! |
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