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Event:
BC FIGHT NIGHT 16
Date: Dec 18, 2024 |
#R1#
Patrick feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Shamrocks jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Patrick stuns Shamrock with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Shamrock keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Shamrock tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Shamrock takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Patrick definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Shamrock fails to land the takedown.
It looked like Patrick was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Shamrock.
Patrick swings widly with a right hand
#CL2#
and Shamrock counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Shamrock.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Patrick.
Patrick lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Patrick.
Patrick misses with a hook to the ribs.
Patrick scores with a shoulder strike.
A hook to the body from Patrick.
Patrick tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1#
Shamrock blocking some punches.
Patrick can't find room to land a body shot as Shamrock controls the action.
Patrick misses with some punches.
Patrick lands a left hand that snaps the head of Shamrock backwards.
Shamrock has Patrick pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Patrick manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Shamrock blocks an uppercut.
Shamrock goes for a takedown in the clinch but Patrick prevents it.
Vance Patrick has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ken Shamrock.
Nice body punch from Patrick - that landed with a thud.
Shamrock is looking for a takedown.
Patrick tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Shamrock's elbow.
Patrick prevents a takedown attempt there.
#TD2#
Shamrock has picked Patrick up - he's going for a ride! Shamrock dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
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.#T2#
Shamrock throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Patrick keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Patrick moves into full guard.
Shamrock postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Patrick preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Shamrock throws a big right hand that misses.
Shamrock throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Patrick utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Patrick 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.
Shamrock's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T3#
Shamrock trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Shamrock throwing strikes but missing.
Shamrock looking to sit in guard and control but Patrick gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Patrick wants to control from the top but Shamrock keeps moving.
Patrick stopping the sweep attempt from Shamrock.
We've been informed that Shamrock has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Patrick content to stall in guard here.
Patrick stands and throws Shamrock's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Shamrock is looking to regain half guard here but Patrick keeps moving and retains side control.
Shamrock gets back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Patrick is taking a breather. Shamrock says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vance Patrick dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Patrick tries to bum rush Shamrock with a series of wild strikes but Shamrock uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Shamrock tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Patrick moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Shamrock bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Vance Patrick seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Patrick lands an overhand right.
Shamrock shoots in for a takedown but Patrick shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#TD2#
Patrick gets caught napping as Shamrock dives in and scores a takedown. Patrick manages to retain guard.
Patrick has his hands on Shamrock's head, controlling the position.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Shamrock accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Patrick managing to control the position.
Shamrock trying to control the position from guard on top but Patrick is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Shamrock working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Patrick preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Shamrock working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Shamrock throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Patrick works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Shamrock trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Shamrock trying to control but Patrick is working from the bottom.
Shamrock stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Patrick swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Shamrock advances position into side control!#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Shamrock wants to lay and pray for a moment but Patrick keeps working. #SUB2#
Shamrock swings around for an armbar but Patrick sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Shamrock's guard.
Shamrock working a defensive guard but Patrick manages to pass into side control anyway.
You can see the frustration on Shamrock's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Shamrock is looking to reverse the position.#T3#
Shamrock is trying to control Patrick's posture but Patrick avoids it.
Shamrock is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Patrick controls the position.
Shamrock has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Patrick postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Shamrock is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Patrick is looking to take a break and control but Shamrock is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vance Patrick dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Patrick connects with a single shot there.
Shamrock looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Patrick misses with a right hand #TD2#
and Shamrock counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Shamrock wants to lay and pray for a moment but Patrick keeps working.
Patrick is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Shamrock can do to turn this around?
Patrick keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shamrock thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Patrick keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Patrick gets back to full guard.
#T1#
Shamrock throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Shamrock trying to control the position from guard on top but Patrick is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Shamrock throws a strike but Patrick rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Patrick 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.
Ken Shamrock has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Shamrock is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Shamrock lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Shamrock working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Patrick bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Shamrock's guard. #REVR##T3#
Shamrock pulls Patrick in close to prevent any damage.
Patrick trying to move into half guard but instead Shamrock has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Shamrock stays in close to Patrick's body and controls the position.
Shamrock scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Shamrock slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Shamrock postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T4#
Shamrock throwing strikes but missing.
Shamrock missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Shamrock pushing down on Patrick's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Patrick blocking the ground and pound attempt from Shamrock.
Shamrock not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Vance Patrick is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Ken Shamrock has got the better of the ground game so far.
Shamrock trying to control from Patrick's half guard. Patrick has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Shamrock throws a strike but Patrick rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Shamrock throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Patrick escapes and throws Shamrock's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Shamrock is looking for a sweep.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Vance Patrick.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Patrick, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 29:28
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vance Patrick!
An out of breath Vance Patrick thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 121
Date: Nov 16, 2024 |
#R1#
Korpi keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Korpi cracks Shamrock with an open hand slap.
Korpi stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Korpi wants it to stay on the feet.
Shamrock takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Korpi looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Korpi digs a good hook to Shamrock's body.
Shamrock uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Korpi.
Korpi goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shamrock misses with a takedown attempt - Korpi sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Aatami Korpi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ken Shamrock.
Korpi throws a push kick but Shamrock slaps the foot to one side.
Shamrock gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Korpi.#T1#
Korpi scores with a jab.
Korpi connects with a leg kick. #TD2#
Korpi gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Shamrock to score an easy takedown into full guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Shamrock accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Shamrock postures up in Korpi's guard and throws a big left but Korpi blocks it.
Shamrock throws a big right hand that misses.
Shamrock throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Shamrock is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Korpi utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Shamrock is stalling in the full guard. #T2#
Korpi preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Shamrock sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Korpi on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Korpi tries to get out of the position.#SUB2#
Shamrock drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Shamrock jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Shamrock thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Shamrock wants to control from the top but Korpi keeps moving.
Shamrock throwing strikes from guard but Korpi blocks nicely.
Shamrock passes into half guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Shamrock working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#T3#
Korpi has hold of Shamrock's hands but Shamrock slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Shamrock looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Korpi with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB2#
Shamrock is looking for a kimura but Korpi is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Shamrock to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Shamrock is looking for a kimura but Korpi is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Shamrock to get the leverage.
Korpi is looking for a sweep. Shamrock is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Korpi on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Korpi is trying to control but can't.
Korpi keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Shamrock content to control rather than advance.
Korpi avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Shamrock. #T4#
Korpi tries to roll over but Shamrock keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Shamrock is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Korpi defends it well.
Korpi avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Shamrock.
Shamrock not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Shamrock missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Korpi regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Shamrock.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Shamrock pushing down on Korpi's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Shamrock working Korpi over with strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Ken Shamrock will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Korpi motions for Shamrock to come forward. Korpi throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Korpi connects with a nice looking jab.
Korpi throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD2#
and Shamrock counters with a nice double leg into side control. Korpi won't be happy with that. #SUB2#
Shamrock wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Korpi, who protects the arm well.
Korpi being controlled for a moment.
Korpi takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shamrock postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Shamrock throwing shots but missing, from side control. #T1#
Korpi manages to get back to half guard.
Korpi avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Shamrock.
Shamrock is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Shamrock is thwarting Korpi's attempts to control the position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Shamrock in particular looking to stall.
Shamrock is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Shamrock thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Korpi's head.
Shamrock sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Korpi defending well though.
Korpi avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Shamrock.
Shamrock is controlling the pace.
Shamrock missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T2#
Korpi wants to control but Shamrock is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Shamrock passes to side control.
Shamrock is looking to take a break and control but Korpi is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Shamrock misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
An elbow from Shamrock crashes against the mat.
#SUB2#
Shamrock is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Korpi knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Shamrock tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. #T3##SUB2#
Shamrock is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Korpi looks calm but he's in trouble here. Shamrock gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Korpi is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Shamrock lets go of the hold and Korpi can pop his arm back in it's socket.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:36 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ken Shamrock!
During a confident post fight interview, Ken Shamrock thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
TWGC 43 (205lbs, D2): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Oct 23, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Ken Shamrock! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Yorrick Bronson!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Frank Dennis and Alan Glass.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Bronson gets a clinch. #TD2#
Bronson gets control of Shamrock's arms and successfully pulls guard. Bronson will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Shamrock trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Bronson manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Shamrock (0) vs (2) Bronson#SUB#
Shamrock throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Bronson escapes and throws Shamrock's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Shamrock (0) vs (5) Bronson
You can see the frustration on Shamrock's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shamrock sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Shamrock is trying to get back to full guard.#T1#
Bronson content to control rather than advance.
Shamrock wants to get back to full guard.
Bronson is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T2#
Shamrock trying to control but Bronson postures up.
Bronson controlling the pace.
Bronson's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#SUB#
Shamrock looking for submissions off his back.#T3#
Shamrock is looking to improve his position.
Shamrock gets back to full guard.
#SUB#
Shamrock is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Bronson is aware though and is defending well.#T4#
Shamrock wants to improve his position but instead Bronson has moved into half guard.
#SUB#
Shamrock looking for submissions off his back.
Bronson prevents Shamrock from improving his position.
Shamrock is working hard here to advance position.#T5#
Shamrock trying to hold on to Bronson's head to control him but Bronson postures up.
Bronson wants to pass the guard but Shamrock is defending well. #SUB#
Shamrock looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Shamrock is pressing down on Bronson's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Shamrock seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Shamrock had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bronson defends it easily.#T6#
Shamrock controlling Bronson's posture.
Bronson 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. #SUB#
Bronson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Shamrock has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bronson has managed to get both his arms back between Shamrock's legs - danger averted.#T7#
Shamrock wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Shamrock has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bronson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Bronson sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Shamrock's guard.
Shamrock is trying to control but can't.
Shamrock is trying to get back to full guard.#T8##SUB#
Shamrock is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bronson pulls his head out easily.
Bronson takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T9##SUB#
Shamrock looking for submissions off his back.
Bronson stalling. #T10##SUB#
Shamrock looking for submissions off his back.
Shamrock gets back to full guard.
Bronson sitting in guard here, content to control. #T11#
Shamrock tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Shamrock looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Bronson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Shamrock throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Shamrock working for submissions but it's allowed Bronson to get to half guard.
#T12#
Bronson controlling the action here.
Shamrock is looking to control Bronson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Shamrock avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Shamrock looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T13#
Shamrock is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Bronson jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Shamrock (0) vs (8) Bronson
Shamrock is looking for a sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bronson just content to control the position.
Shamrock looks to move to half guard but instead Bronson has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Shamrock (0) vs (10) Bronson#T14#
Shamrock is looking to get to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Bronson wins on points by 10 to 0.
A very excited looking Yorrick Bronson 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:
ENIGMA SUB WRESTLING 8
Date: Oct 13, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 0 losses; Harry Nile! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Ken Shamrock!
The judges for this bout are Aleksandr Martynov, Sergei Dronov and Ivan Kurochkin.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Nile gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD#
Nile jumps guard.
Shamrock pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nile is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Shamrock drops back, looking for a kneebar! Nile looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Nile looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Nile! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Nile (4) vs (0) Shamrock
Shamrock looking for a sweep but Nile has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Nile (6) vs (0) Shamrock
Nile avoids the attempt from Shamrock to control.
Nile can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Shamrock is looking to escape.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nile prevents Shamrock from getting the reversal.
Shamrock is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T1#
Shamrock keeps trying to improve his position.
Shamrock wants to control but Nile is having none of it.
Nile content just to control the position here.
Shamrock is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Shamrock is desperately trying to improve his position but Nile has a good base and remains in mount.
Nile controlling from the full mount.
Shamrock is working to get back to half guard.
Nile wants to control the pace but Shamrock is squirming around nicely. #T2#
Nile controlling the position easily from mount.
Nile trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Nile controlling the position easily from mount.
Shamrock is wriggling around trying to escape.
Nile controlling from the full mount.
Shamrock keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T3#
Shamrock sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Nile is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Shamrock is looking for a sweep. Nile is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Nile keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Nile is trying to control the action in half guard but Shamrock is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Nile looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Shamrock trying to control but Nile postures up.
#T4#
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Nile tries to pass the half guard into mount. Shamrock knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Nile takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Shamrock works his way to full guard. Good work.
Nile passes Shamrock's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Nile wants to lay and pray for a moment but Shamrock keeps working.
Nile is pressing down on Shamrock's thigh, looking to free his foot. Shamrock is holding on for now. #T5#
Nile sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Nile is trying to control. Shamrock wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Shamrock looking for submissions off his back.
Nile is trying to control the action in half guard but Shamrock is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Shamrock is trying to get back to full guard.
Shamrock is not content to let Nile control the position.#T6#
Shamrock tries to get to full guard but Nile has control of the leg.
Nile seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Shamrock does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Nile passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Nile (9) vs (0) Shamrock
Nile trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Nile controlling from mount. #T7#
Nile trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Shamrock is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Nile trying to control but Shamrock is having none of it.
Nile is really struggling to control Shamrock but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T8#
Nile fails to advance to Shamrock's back.
Nile controlling the pace for now.
Nile can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Shamrock is looking to escape.
Shamrock tries to hold on but Nile pushes him away. #T9#
Nile moves to the back. Score +3 for taking back: Nile (12) vs (0) Shamrock
I really don't envy Shamrock right now.
Shamrock tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Nile looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Nile controlling the position easily from mount.
Nile forces the positional change into back control. Score +3 for taking back: Nile (15) vs (0) Shamrock
Shamrock is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Nile.
Shamrock trying to control but not successfully. #T10#
Will Nile go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Shamrock can't escape the position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Nile'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.#T11#
Nile struggling to keep hold of the position.
Good control from Nile.
Shamrock is in bad spot here.
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.
Nile has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Shamrock is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T12#
Shamrock is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Nile.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Shamrock is really stuck here.
Shamrock trying to control the position but Nile manages to sink in the hooks.
Nile tries to get the hooks in deep but Shamrock pushed the leg off.
Shamrock is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Nile.
Shamrock wants to control his opponent's hands but Nile gets his hands free. #T13#
I would not like to be Shamrock right now.
Shamrock tries to escape but Nile has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Nile biding his time, controlling Shamrock.
Nile struggling to keep hold of the position.
Nile trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Shamrock doesn't escape. #T14#
Nile trying to control momentarily.
Shamrock is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Nile.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Nile takes the fight on points by 15 to 0.
After winning the bout, Harry Nile thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
ENIGMA 219
Date: Sep 29, 2024 |
#R1#
Shamrock moves out of range as Macho Man strikes.
Shamrock tries for a takedown but Macho Man circles away easily
and Macho Man counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Macho Man throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Shamrock sees it coming and avoids it easily.#TD2#
Shamrock closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Macho Man's guard.
Shamrock lands a couple of elbows.
Shamrock throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Shamrock content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Shamrock postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Shamrock postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Macho Man is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Shamrock, into his guard. #REVR#
Macho Man knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Shamrock on the ground.
Macho Man preventing the sweep. #T1##SUB2#
Shamrock is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Macho Man defends well.#SUB2#
Shamrock looking for a guillotine here but Macho Man defends easily.
Macho Man not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood 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.
Macho Man is pushing down on Shamrock's leg trying to pass to half guard. Shamrock is fighting to maintain full guard but Macho Man has managed to sneak the leg through.
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.#SUB2#
Shamrock looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Macho Man uses his free foot to push down on Shamrock's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Shamrock.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Macho Man looking to control and managing it successfully. #T3#
Shamrock is wriggling around trying to escape.
Shamrock wants to hold on but Macho Man pushes him away.
Macho Man trying to control but Shamrock is having none of it.
Macho Man content just to control the position here. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Shamrock is working to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Macho Man misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Macho Man controlling from the full mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Shamrock is wriggling around trying to escape.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Super Macho Man dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Macho Man fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Shamrock manages to avoid it.
Macho Man bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Shamrock's head.
Macho Man scores with a hook to the body. Shamrock takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Macho Man ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Shamrock moves away.
Shamrock is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Shamrock takes one to the chin there.
Macho Man throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Macho Man lands a really nice looking cross but Shamrock seems unphased.
Macho Man throws an off balance right hand
#TD2#
and Shamrock counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Shamrock trying to control the position from guard on top but Macho Man is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Macho Man on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Macho Man tries to get out of the position.
We've been informed that Shamrock has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#T1#
Shamrock working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Macho Man's head.
Shamrock is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Macho Man has control of Shamrock's left arm, preventing Shamrock from doing any damage.
Shamrock looking to sit in guard and control but Macho Man gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SUB2#
Shamrock looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Macho Man is defending well. Shamrock quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Macho Man has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Shamrock celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ken Shamrock!
An out of breath Ken Shamrock thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
ENIGMA 215
Date: Sep 01, 2024 |
#R1#
Shamrock fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Heights cracks a nice hook into Shamrock's ribs.#CL#
Heights closes the distance and clinches.
Heights tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Shamrock is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Heights pulls him back up using the underhooks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Heights doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Heights scores with a shot to the side of Shamrock's head.
Heights lands a shot to the body.
A short left from Heights. #T1#
Shamrock has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Heights avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Tavion Heights has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ken Shamrock.
Heights can't find room to land a body shot as Shamrock controls the action.
Heights tries a body shot but Shamrock blocks it.
Heights misses with some punches.
Heights lands with a light punch inside.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Heights misses with a body punch.
Heights fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Shamrock letting Heights take a breather here.
Heights tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A shot in the inside from Heights.
Heights lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T2#
Heights leaning against his opponent.
Shamrock has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Heights is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Stalling in the clinch from Heights.
Heights misses with a punch to the body.
Heights lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Shamrock or not.
Heights lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Heights fails to land.
Heights lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Heights has Shamrock pressed against the cage.
#T3#
A right hook to the body lands for Heights.
Heights swings wildly with an uppercut but Shamrock uses good head movement to avoid it.
Heights lands on the inside with an uppercut.
We've been informed that Shamrock has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Heights has a couple of punches blocked by Shamrock.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Shamrock.
Shamrock blocking some punches.
Heights swings wildly with an uppercut but Shamrock uses good head movement to avoid it.
Shamrock blocking some punches.
Shamrock being controlled against the cage.#T4#
Heights tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Shamrock's elbow.
Heights tries to throw a body punch but Shamrock avoids it by throwing Heights back against the cage.
Heights misses with a short punch on the inside.
Heights lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Heights fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Heights gets underhooks to prevent Shamrock's takedown attempt.
Heights lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Shamrock has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Heights avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Heights misses with a hook to the ribs.
Heights stalling in the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Tavion Heights dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Shamrock tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Heights swivels and escapes.
Heights lands with a right hand.
Heights definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Heights tries to move into range but Shamrock moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Tavion Heights seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Shamrock with a lazy takedown attempt
and Heights counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT#It looks like Ken Shamrock has been cut.
Heights throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Heights misses with a body shot
#TD2#
and Shamrock counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Shamrock's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Heights throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Shamrock scoring with some ground and pound. #T1#
Shamrock postures up.
Shamrock stands up over Heights, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shamrock is in close to Heights's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Shamrock stands up over Heights, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #SUB#
Heights has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Shamrock 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 Heights.
Shamrock is putting a hurting on Heights here, landing some big shots from side control. #SUB2#
Shamrock has an Americana. Heights didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Shamrock is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Shamrock hooks up with any of them at the after show party.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Ken Shamrock!
A very excited looking Ken Shamrock 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:
ENIGMA 211
Date: Aug 04, 2024 |
#R1#
Nice uppercut there from Panda.#CL#
Panda clinches.
Panda lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Shamrock.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Shamrock.
Shamrock can't get the takedown.
Shamrock is trying to drag Panda to the mat but Panda just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Panda lands a nice uppercut.
Panda works on Shamrock's body with a couple of short punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice left hand lands by Panda.
Panda can't find room to land a body shot as Shamrock controls the action.
Panda has a couple of punches blocked by Shamrock.
A head punch on the inside from Panda fails to land.
Shamrock goes for a takedown in the clinch but Panda prevents it.
Summit Panda has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ken Shamrock.#T1#
Shamrock blocks an uppercut.
Shamrock goes for a takedown in the clinch but Panda prevents it.
Shamrock has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Panda after a bit of a struggle.
Panda lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Panda tries a body shot but Shamrock blocks it.
Panda throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Shamrock looks winded!
Panda lands a nice uppercut.
A shot in the inside from Panda.
Shamrock blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Panda lands a nice shot to the body.
Panda lands a hook to the side of the head.
A shot in the inside from Panda.
Panda scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T2#
Panda digs a right hand underneath Shamrock's ribcage. Shamrock let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Panda lands a shoulder strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A short right hand to the side of the head by Panda.
Panda throws a punch but it's blocked by Shamrock.
Panda scores with a shoulder strike.
Panda gets through Shamrock's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A left hand lands to the body for Panda.
Panda lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A short uppercut from Panda.
Panda scores with a shoulder strike.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Panda.
Panda lands a right hand.
Panda is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Panda lands a left hand.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Panda.#T3#
Shamrock's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Panda softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Panda digs a right hand underneath Shamrock's ribcage. Shamrock let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Panda softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Panda lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Panda lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Panda.
#ROC#Shamrock is rocked!
A shot in the inside from Panda.
Shamrock is still on wobbly legs! Can Panda finish him?
A left hand lands to the body for Panda.
Shamrock seems to have recovered his senses.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Panda.
We've been informed that Shamrock has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Panda lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Panda lands a nice uppercut.
Panda throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Good body shot from Panda.
#T4#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Panda creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short uppercut from Panda. #KD#
Panda drops Shamrock onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Shamrock is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!
Panda throws a big uppercut that drops Shamrock! More strikes from Panda and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Shamrock lies dazed against the cage as Panda celebrates with his cornermen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Summit Panda! |
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Event:
ENIGMA 209
Date: Jul 14, 2024 |
#R1##CL2#
Jones moves into the clinch successfully.
#TD2#
Jones has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Shamrock is trying to keep an underhook but Jones manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Shamrock tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Jones sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Shamrock defending well though.
Shamrock is looking for a sweep. Jones is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Shamrock controlling the position well. #SUB#
Jones throws a strike but Shamrock manages to get a kimura sweep and he's found himself on top with the kimura half locked in! This would be a real turnaround! He's torquing it... Will Jones tap??? YES! He's tapped! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ken Shamrock!
After winning the bout, Ken Shamrock thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
ENIGMA 205
Date: Jun 16, 2024 |
#R1#
Wegner fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Shamrock manages to avoid it.
Jorg Wegner seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wegner fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Shamrock uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Wegner.
Shamrock tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Shamrock shoots for a double leg takedown but Wegner sprawls well. He's pushed Shamrock's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Wegner tries to counter with a takedown but Shamrock is quick to defend against it.#KD#
Nice combo by Wegner! Oh, that's hurt him - Shamrock falls to the canvas and Wegner follows him into side control. #ROC#Shamrock is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Ken Shamrock has been cut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Wegner lands a strong strike to the head of Shamrock. That's dazed him! Wegner looking to finish here. Shamrock is waving his arms around trying to block but he's hurt badly - Wegner lands more strikes and the referee steps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jorg Wegner! |
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Event:
ENIGMA 201
Date: May 12, 2024 |
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Donk. Jugges catches Shamrock right on the button with a cross.#CUT2#It looks like Ken Shamrock has been cut.
Shamrock closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Jugges throws a body punch but Shamrock moves out of range.
Shamrock feinted with a counter takedown.
Jugges throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD#
and Shamrock counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jugges is staying active underneath Shamrock, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Jugges has hold of Shamrock's hands but Shamrock slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Shamrock not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Shamrock in particular looking to stall.
Shamrock thows a huge punch but Jugges dodges it nicely.
Jugges looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Jugges has hold of Shamrock's hands but Shamrock slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Jugges avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Shamrock. #T1#
Jugges avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Shamrock.
Shamrock thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Jugges's head.
Shamrock not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Jugges taking some punishment here, with Shamrock in his half guard.
Shamrock working Jugges over with strikes. #CUT#It looks like Beckwitz Jugges has been cut.
Jugges blocking the ground and pound attempt from Shamrock. #SUB#
Shamrock is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Shamrock missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Shamrock thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Jugges is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Shamrock is working for a kimura but Jugges is defending it quite comfortably.
#T2#
Shamrock thows a huge punch but Jugges dodges it nicely.
Shamrock missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB#
Shamrock is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Jugges tries to roll over but Shamrock keeps him under control.
Well, if Shamrock 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.
Shamrock not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T3#
Shamrock throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Jugges taking some punishment here, with Shamrock in his half guard.
Shamrock throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Shamrock lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Shamrock not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Shamrock thows a huge punch but Jugges dodges it nicely.
Shamrock not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB#
Shamrock is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Shamrock working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #T4#
Shamrock missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Shamrock missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Jugges is refusing to be controlled, as Shamrock sits in half guard.
Jugges blocking the ground and pound attempt from Shamrock.
Jugges wants to get back to full guard.
Shamrock lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #SUB#
Shamrock looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Shamrock seems to be looking for submissions.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ken Shamrock dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Jugges misses with a looping right.
Shamrock feinted with a counter takedown.
Jugges lands a head shot.
Jugges misses with a hook
#TD#
and Shamrock counters with a nice double leg into side control. Jugges won't be happy with that. #SUB#
Shamrock goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Jugges has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Shamrock but great work by Jugges.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shamrock tries to bench press Jugges off him but Jugges keeps the position.
Shamrock is holding Jugges down, trying to stall.
You can see the frustration on Shamrock's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T1#
Shamrock tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Jugges wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Shamrock is being controlled here.
Shamrock manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#SUB#
Shamrock in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Jugges tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Shamrock!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ken Shamrock!
A very excited looking Ken Shamrock 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:
ENIGMA 196
Date: Apr 14, 2024 |
#R1#
Shamrock walks into a jab.#CUT#It looks like Ken Shamrock has been cut.
Shamrock's coach down at Catch Wrestling L.A. was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Shamrock's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.#TD2#
Shamrock scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Maluga is trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Maluga wants to improve his position, back to half guard but Shamrock has ideas of his own. He's got hold of Maluga's far side arm and it looks like he's got an Americana. Ohh! Ohhhh! OOOOOOOOOH! A human being's arm is not meant to bend like that! Maluga is tapping like a morse code operator on the Titanic! SOS SOS! He's out of here! Great win for Shamrock!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Ken Shamrock!
Ken Shamrock decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
ENIGMA 190
Date: Mar 03, 2024 |
#R1##CL2#
Tiramisu gets a clinch.
Shamrock wants to take the fight to the mat but Tiramisu manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Shamrock is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Tiramisu tries to break the clinch but Shamrock is controlling the position. #TD#
Shamrock is trying to trip Tiramisu. He has hold of a leg but Tiramisu is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Shamrock persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Shamrock working some strikes from top position.
Shamrock is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shamrock lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Shamrock controlling from the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shamrock passes Tiramisu's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T1#
Shamrock lands with a punch from half guard.
Shamrock lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Shamrock connects with a nice short shot to Tiramisu's temple.
Tiramisu on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Tiramisu really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Shamrock. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Shamrock working over Tiramisu with some ground and pound. Tiramisu looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Shamrock lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Shamrock 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.
Tiramisu looks winded!
Shamrock working over Tiramisu with some ground and pound. Tiramisu looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Shamrock lands a nice short elbow.
Tiramisu on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Shamrock working over Tiramisu with some ground and pound. Tiramisu looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Tiramisu is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Shamrock scores with a couple of nice shots.#ROC#Tiramisu is rocked!
Shamrock lands a massive shot from half guard that has rocked Tiramisu! More strikes land and this one is all over! Shamrock jumps to his feet and is applauded loudly by the crowd!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ken Shamrock!
Our winner, Ken Shamrock, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
ENIGMA 187
Date: Feb 04, 2024 |
#R1##TD#
Cafiero closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Shamrock taking some punishment here, with Cafiero in his half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Cafiero lands a nice short elbow.
Cafiero not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB2#
Shamrock looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Cafiero tries to pass the half guard into mount. Shamrock knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Shamrock can do anything to dispel that myth.
Shamrock is looking for a sweep. Cafiero is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T1#
Cafiero controlling the action here.
Shamrock wants to improve his position but Cafiero is controlling well.
Shamrock moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Cafiero throwing strikes but missing.
Cafiero 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#
Shamrock working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Cafiero doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Cafiero manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Cafiero working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #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.
Shamrock can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Cafiero controls the pace.
Cafiero working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Cafiero lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB2#
Shamrock is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Cafiero is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T3##REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Cafiero is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Shamrock's half guard.
Shamrock is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Cafiero scores with a couple of nice shots.
Cafiero has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Cafiero not doing much here.
Shamrock is looking for a sweep. Cafiero is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
Well, if Cafiero 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.
Shamrock wants to improve his position but Cafiero is controlling well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Shamrock gets full guard.
Cafiero throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Shamrock works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Carlo Cafiero dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Cafiero throws a right and a left that Shamrock avoids nicely.
Shamrock drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Cafiero defends it well.#TD#
Cafiero shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Shamrock manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Cafiero is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2#
Shamrock is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shamrock has momentary wrist control but Cafiero slips an elbow through the middle.
Cafiero will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Cafiero working some strikes from top position.#T1#
Shamrock controls Cafiero momentarily but Cafiero frees himself.
Shamrock keeping moving, preventing Cafiero from controlling successfully.
Cafiero looking to sit in guard and control but Shamrock gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Cafiero is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Shamrock can do to turn this around?
Cafiero looking for a sweep. Not yet Cafiero, not yet.
Cafiero has control of Shamrock's left arm, preventing Shamrock from doing any damage.
Shamrock pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Cafiero is keeping the position for now.
Shamrock in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Shamrock postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T2#
Cafiero wants to sweep here but Shamrock controlling him for the moment.
Cafiero keeping moving, preventing Shamrock from controlling successfully.
Cafiero utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Cafiero is pulling down on Shamrock's head. It's preventing any offense from Shamrock, at least for the moment.
Shamrock throwing strikes from guard but Cafiero blocks nicely.
Shamrock trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Cafiero utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Shamrock preventing the sweep. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
Cafiero shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Shamrock manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#T3#
Cafiero 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.
Cafiero scoring with punches to the head and body.
Cafiero keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Shamrock's head.
Cafiero scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Cafiero is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB2#
Shamrock looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Cafiero has picked Shamrock up and slammed him! Shamrock can't keep hold of the triangle and Cafiero manages to pass to side control!
Shamrock is not content to let Cafiero control the position.
Cafiero creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Cafiero controls the position from side control.
Cafiero in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Cafiero working away.
Cafiero working the body and head with strikes.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Shamrock taking punishment in the form of punches.
Shamrock tries to buck Cafiero off but Cafiero is having none of it.
Carlo Cafiero overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Shamrock sneaks back into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Carlo Cafiero dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Shamrock misses with a takedown attempt - Cafiero sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Cafiero dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Cafiero darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #TD#
Cafiero feints and as Shamrock raises his hands in defense, Cafiero changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Cafiero with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cafiero wants to control from the top but Shamrock keeps moving.
Cafiero is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T1#
Cafiero showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Cafiero has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Ken Shamrock has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Cafiero is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Cafiero content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Cafiero is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Shamrock utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Cafiero sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2#
Shamrock has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Cafiero can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Shamrock can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Cafiero controls the pace.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T3##TD#
Cafiero gets a double leg takedown into Shamrock's guard.#SUB2#
Shamrock is looking for a triangle but Cafiero pushes his legs off easily.
Cafiero is working Shamrock over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB2#
Shamrock working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Cafiero has passed into half guard!
Shamrock taking some punishment here, with Cafiero in his half guard. #T4#
Cafiero is nestled in close to Shamrock, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Shamrock taking some punishment here, with Cafiero in his half guard.
Cafiero landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Cafiero trying to pass the guard but Shamrock defending well.
Shamrock trying to control but Cafiero postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Cafiero connects with a nice short shot to Shamrock's temple.
Carlo Cafiero is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Cafiero moves nicely into side control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Carlo Cafiero showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Cafiero has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... 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 Topper Green scores the fight 30:26
Judge Chris Dean scores the fight 30:26
Judge Ben Watson scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Carlo Cafiero!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Carlo Cafiero waved his t-shirt featuring Savage Fightwear's logo in front of the cameras. |
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ENIGMA 185
Date: Dec 31, 2023 |
Steven Tiramisu had a terrible time trying to make weight. After initially coming in at 271.4, he had two hours to make the official fight weight. Stepping on the scales for a second time, he still failed to make the required weight and after much deliberation, his fight with Ken Shamrock was cancelled. |
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