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Event:
BBG 3 - Dukat vs Njagi
Date: Jan 27, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Blue Marlin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Akhmat Danzakov!
The judges for this bout are Josh West, Ryoma Takatsuka and Colin Fray.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Marlin tries to clinch but Danzakov moves out of range.
Marlin throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Danzakov's waist but Danzakov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Marlin off to one side.
Danzakov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Danzakov swats away the attempt to clinch by Marlin.
Danzakov fails with a takedown attempt.
Marlin tries to close the distance and clinch but Danzakov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #TD#
Marlin closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Danzakov's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Marlin (2) vs (0) Danzakov
Marlin sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB2#
Danzakov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Danzakov looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Marlin has picked Danzakov up and slammed him! Danzakov can't keep hold of the triangle and Marlin manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Marlin (5) vs (0) Danzakov
Marlin passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Danzakov! Score +2 for reaching mount: Marlin (7) vs (0) Danzakov
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Danzakov tries to reverse the position but Marlin maintains control.
Marlin works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Marlin (10) vs (0) Danzakov
Danzakov rolls, trying to escape but Marlin keeps control of the position.
Marlin really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Danzakov.#T1#
Marlin controlling well, preventing Danzakov from escaping the position.
Danzakov is still trying to improve position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Marlin trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Danzakov doesn't escape. #SUB#
Marlin looking for the choke from the back.
Good control from Marlin.
Marlin has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Danzakov is really stuck here.
Marlin controls the position.#SUB#
Marlin is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Danzakov has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Marlin slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
#T2#
Marlin seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Danzakov for as long as he can get away with.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Danzakov tries to roll but Marlin sticks to his back.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Danzakov is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Marlin controlling the position well here. Danzakov rolled but Marlin kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Marlin has the hooks in. Danzakov is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
I would not like to be Danzakov right now.
#T3#
Danzakov tries to escape the position.
Danzakov is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Marlin.
Danzakov tries to roll but Marlin sticks to his back.
Danzakov turns into Marlin and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Marlin (10) vs (2) Danzakov
Danzakov trying to control but Marlin is working from the bottom.
Marlin on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Marlin tries to get out of the position.
Danzakov stopping the sweep attempt from Marlin.
Marlin lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Marlin (12) vs (2) Danzakov#SUB2#
Danzakov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T4#
Marlin controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
We've been informed that Danzakov has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Marlin continues to stall.#SUB2#
Danzakov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Danzakov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Marlin defends well.
Danzakov looks winded!
Marlin content to stall in guard here.
Marlin's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
More hug and hope from Marlin.#T5##SUB2#
Danzakov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Marlin is aware though and is defending well.
Marlin is pushing down on Danzakov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Danzakov is fighting to maintain full guard but Marlin has managed to sneak the leg through.
Marlin stalling. #SUB2#
Danzakov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Well, if Marlin 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.
#SUB2#
Danzakov looking for submissions off his back.
Well, if Marlin 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.
#T6##SUB#
Marlin is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Danzakov sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Danzakov looking for submissions off his back.
Danzakov wants to sweep but Marlin has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Marlin (15) vs (2) Danzakov
Marlin passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Danzakov! Score +2 for reaching mount: Marlin (17) vs (2) Danzakov
Marlin prevents Danzakov from getting the reversal.
Marlin looking to control and managing it successfully.
Danzakov is trying to reverse the position but instead Marlin has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Marlin (20) vs (2) Danzakov#T7#
Danzakov is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
You can see the frustration on Danzakov's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Marlin has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Danzakov's body.
Danzakov is trying to break free.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
#T8#
Danzakov rolls, trying to escape but Marlin keeps control of the position.
Marlin trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Danzakov doesn't escape.
Danzakov tries to break free.
Marlin controlling from the back.
Further stalling from Marlin.#SUB#
Danzakov defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Marlin's arms.
Marlin keeps control of the position easily here as Danzakov tries to buck him off.
#T9#
Danzakov is in bad spot here.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Marlin is hanging on to Danzakov's back as he tries to escape.
Marlin controls the position.#T10#
Marlin controlling well, preventing Danzakov from escaping the position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Marlin is hanging on to Danzakov's back as he tries to escape.
Marlin is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Danzakov rolls, trying to escape but Marlin keeps control of the position.
#T11#
Marlin controlling the position well here. Danzakov rolled but Marlin kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Marlin is stinking the place up with his stalling.
Danzakov is trying to break free.
Marlin just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Danzakov can't escape the position.
Marlin slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Marlin controlling well, preventing Danzakov from escaping the position.
#T12#
What can Danzakov do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Marlin has the hooks in. Danzakov is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Danzakov is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Marlin biding his time, controlling Danzakov.
Danzakov tries to escape the position.
Danzakov is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Danzakov wants to escape the position.
#T13#
Marlin biding his time, looking for the opening.
I really don't envy Danzakov right now.
Marlin controlling from the back.#SUB#
Marlin is working for a rear naked choke. Danzakov is not defending it well and Marlin has tightened it up quickly! This could be all over! Danzakov refuses to tap and goes to sleep, forcing the referee to intervene. A little trickle of blood came out of Danzakov's nose as his head slumped to the floor. That is naaaasty!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 13:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Blue Marlin!
A very excited looking Blue Marlin made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
BBG 1 - Gracie Vs Dukat
Date: Jan 01, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Blue Marlin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Bubba Martini!
The judges for this bout are Micheangelo Fripello, Paul Gruel and Josh West.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Marlin moves into the clinch.
Martini tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Marlin smiles and moves away.
Martini shoots in for a takedown but Marlin shows good takedown defense. #CL#
Marlin gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD#
Marlin successfully pulls guard.
Martini trying to control but Marlin is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Marlin is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Marlin has his foot on Martini's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Martini works his way back into a safe position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Martini trying to control but Marlin is working from the bottom.
Marlin managing to control the position.
Martini wants to control from the top but Marlin keeps moving. #T1#
Martini tries to free his leg and advance position but Marlin is retaining full guard.
Marlin knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Martini on the ground.
Martini trying to control but Marlin is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Marlin has his foot on Martini's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Martini works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Martini drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Martini jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Martini trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Marlin looking for a sweep. Not yet Marlin, not yet. #SUB#
Marlin escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Martini gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T2##SUB#
Marlin is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Martini is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Marlin has his foot on Martini's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Martini works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Marlin escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Martini gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Marlin had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Martini defends it easily.
Marlin is breathing heavily.
Marlin keeping moving, preventing Martini from controlling successfully. #T3##SUB#
Martini got a little sloppy there for a moment and Marlin has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Martini has managed to get both his arms back between Marlin's legs - danger averted.
Martini trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Martini trying to control but Marlin is working from the bottom.
Martini is pushing down on Marlin's leg trying to pass to half guard. Marlin is fighting to maintain full guard but Martini has managed to sneak the leg through.
Martini is trying to control the action in half guard but Marlin is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Marlin is looking to improve his position.
#T4#
Martini is trying to control the action in half guard but Marlin is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Marlin actively working from the bottom here.
Martini is trying to control the action in half guard but Marlin is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Martini is pressing down on Marlin's thigh, looking to free his foot. Marlin is holding on for now.
Marlin is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Martini moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Marlin (0) vs (3) Martini#T5#
Martini tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #SUB2#
Martini is trying to get an arm triangle but Marlin is defending well.
Marlin is trying to get back to half guard.
Martini is looking to take a break and control but Marlin is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Marlin is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T6#
Martini tries to move into full mount but can't pass Marlin's legs.
Martini wants to control but Marlin is keeping him busy.
Marlin is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Martini looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Marlin is looking for a sweep.#T7#
Marlin trying his best to control but Martini has mounted him. Score +2 for reaching mount: Marlin (0) vs (5) Martini
Marlin manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Marlin is staying active underneath Martini, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Martini is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Marlin defends it well. #SUB2#
Marlin is defending against the submission attempts here by Martini.
#T8##SUB#
Marlin actively working from the bottom here.
Marlin works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Martini avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Marlin keeping moving, preventing Martini from controlling successfully.
Martini slips nicely into half guard.#T9#
Marlin regains full guard. Nicely done.
Martini tries to free his leg and advance position but Marlin is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Martini thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Marlin working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Martini has passed into half guard!
Martini is trying to control. Marlin wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Marlin is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Martini has latched onto it... Big trouble! Martini pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Marlin is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Martini!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bubba Martini! |
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