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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 99
Date: Sep 21, 2024 |
#R1##TD#
Sweeney drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#SUB#
Sweeney thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Sweeney is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB#
Sweeney drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sweeney jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Sweeney trying to control but Temirbekovich is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Sweeney drops back looking for a leg! Temirbekovich is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Temirbekovich manages to kick Sweeney off! Sweeney jumps back into Temirbekovich's guard. #SUB#
Sweeney thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sweeney controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T1##SUB#
Sweeney drops back looking for a leg! Temirbekovich is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Temirbekovich manages to kick Sweeney off! Sweeney jumps back into Temirbekovich's guard. #SUB#
Sweeney is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB#
Sweeney drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sweeney jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Sweeney is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB#
Sweeney is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Sweeney is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Temirbekovich can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Sweeney controls the pace.
Temirbekovich keeping moving, preventing Sweeney from controlling successfully.
Temirbekovich looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Sweeney trying to control the position from guard on top but Temirbekovich is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Sweeney drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sweeney jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Temirbekovich can do anything to dispel that myth.
Sweeney sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Temirbekovich really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Sweeney. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T3##SUB#
Sweeney thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Sweeney drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sweeney jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Sweeney not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Sweeney wants to control from the top but Temirbekovich keeps moving. #SUB#
Sweeney thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Sweeney thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Sweeney definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Sweeney stays in close to Temirbekovich's body and controls the position.
Sweeney trying to control the position from guard on top but Temirbekovich is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Temirbekovich 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.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
We've been informed that Temirbekovich has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Sweeney closes this distance looking for a takedown but Temirbekovich circles away.
Sweeney walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Temirbekovich defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Sweeney.
Sweeney dives in for a single leg takedown but Temirbekovich sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kameron Sweeney. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Temirbekovich misses with a punch on the inside.
Temirbekovich lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kameron Sweeney dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Sweeney ducks right into an uppercut from Temirbekovich.
Sweeney is trying hard to land a takedown here. Temirbekovich sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Sweeney.
Temirbekovich displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Sweeney.
A little jabbing left from Temirbekovich on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kameron Sweeney. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Temirbekovich scores with a nice right hand.
Sweeney fails with the takedown
and Temirbekovich connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#ROC2#Sweeney is rocked!
Sweeney shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Temirbekovich as he jumps to the side.
Temirbekovich looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Sweeney.
Temirbekovich looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Temirbekovich scores with a nice head shot.
Oh Sweeney is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Sweeney fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Are you kidding me?! Temirbekovich ducked down and unloaded an uppercut from hell that sent Sweeney clean off his feet! Someone make me a GIF - that's knockout of the night for sure!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Zaurbek Temirbekovich!
During a confident post fight interview, Zaurbek Temirbekovich thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 84
Date: Aug 24, 2024 |
#R1#
Lopez lands a nice looking body shot.
Sweeney gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Lopez counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sweeney shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Lopez as he avoids it easily.
Sweeney closes the distance looking to clinch
and Sweeney takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sweeney fails with the takedown
and Lopez counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kameron Sweeney. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lopez loads up on a big right hand but Sweeney slips the punch.
Sweeney shoots in and drives through. Lopez sprawls well.
It seemed like Lopez was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Sweeney doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Sweeney takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Lopez has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Lopez misses with a hook. Sweeney ducked under it nicely.
Horrible takedown attempt by Sweeney or perhaps it was just good defense by Lopez, which made it look bad.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sweeney shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Lopez scores with a counter punch that sends Sweeney to the canvas! Lopez smells blood - he's punishing Sweeney with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Sweeney has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Diego Lopez!
In his post fight interview, Diego Lopez started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 59
Date: Jul 06, 2024 |
#R1##TD#
Sweeney looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Sweeney looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Sweeney definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sweeney has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Sweeney.
Sweeney seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Sirotek for as long as he can get away with.#T1##REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
The fight stays on the outside here - Sirotek looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kameron Sweeney seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sweeney tries to close the distance and clinch up but Sirotek swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Sweeney sets himself, and Sirotek steps forward looking for the clinch! Sweeney avoids it this time.
Sweeney tries for a takedown but Sirotek sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Sweeney fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Sloppy strikes from Sirotek. Those never looked like landing.
Sweeney closes this distance looking for a takedown but Sirotek circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kameron Sweeney. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sirotek tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Sweeney paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Sweeney tries to clinch there but Sirotek circles away.
#CL#
Sweeney moves into the clinch.
Sweeney is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Sirotek is defending well.
Sirotek trying to stall but Sweeney improves his position.
Sweeney on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
#T2#
Sweeney has Sirotek pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Sirotek manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Sirotek swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sirotek connects with a nasty looking knee right to Sweeney's face.
#BC2#
Sirotek escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
The fight stays on the outside here - Sirotek looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL#
Sweeney moves into range and clinches up with Sirotek.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Sirotek.
Sirotek stops a takedown attempt from Sweeney.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sirotek gets underhooks to prevent Sweeney's takedown attempt.
Sweeney looking for a takedown. #BC2#
Sirotek breaks the clinch.
#T3#
Sweeney shoots in for a double leg but Sirotek sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Sirotek stuffs the takedown attempt from Sweeney. Sweeney gets slowly back to his feet.
Sirotek throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #CL2#
Sirotek drives through and clinches with Sweeney against the cage.
Sirotek trying to control the position but instead, Sweeney has worked for underhooks and has pushed Sirotek into the cage.
Sirotek is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Sweeney can't get the takedown.
Sirotek digs a right hand underneath Sweeney's ribcage. Sweeney let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Sweeney drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Sirotek gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Sweeney has Sirotek pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Sirotek manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #T4##BC2#
Sirotek escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Sirotek stuffs the takedown attempt from Sweeney. Sweeney gets slowly back to his feet.
Sweeney shoots in but no luck this time.
Sirotek misses with a wild combination.
Sweeney misses with a takedown attempt - Sirotek sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Sweeney tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Sirotek manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sirotek tries to clinch but Sweeney moves out of range.
Sirotek throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#TD#
Sweeney scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A lull in the action here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Petr Sirotek dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Sweeney fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD#
Sweeney drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Sirotek is trying to escape the position but Sweeney is controlling the position.
Sweeney prevents Sirotek from escaping the position.
Sirotek has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Sirotek being controlled for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Sweeney continues to hold on tight.
Sweeney continues to stall.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Sweeney'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.#T3#
Sirotek is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Sweeney tries to score a power double leg takedown but Sirotek sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sweeney somewhat.
Sweeney has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Sirotek finds it's way round the side to connect with Sweeney's head.
Petr Sirotek is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sirotek misses with a two punch combination.
Sirotek swinging wildly here.
#T4#
Sirotek avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Sirotek fails in his attempt to clinch.
Sirotek throws a head kick that half lands.
Sweeney tries to score a power double leg takedown but Sirotek sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sweeney somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kameron Sweeney. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sweeney keeps the fight on the outside.#TD#
Sweeney drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Sirotek is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Sweeney is controlling him.
Sirotek is breathing heavily.
Sweeney not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sweeney stops Sirotek from standing up.
Sweeney controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Kameron Sweeney will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Sweeney shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Sirotek pushes Sweeney off looking to stand but Sweeney dives back in and keeps control.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Further stalling from Sweeney.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Sirotek is trying to stand back up but Sweeney is controlling him
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Sweeney looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Sirotek!
A lull in the action here as Sweeney stalls from top position.
More hug and hope from Sweeney.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#ES2#
Sirotek explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Sirotek takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Sirotek circles away from the clinch attempt.
#TD#
Sweeney shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Sweeney was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sweeney controls the position. #T2#
Sirotek is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Sweeney is controlling him well.
Sweeney takes a little break here. Sirotek wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#T3#
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Sweeney is stinking the place up with his stalling.
Sirotek is pushing Sweeney's head away, looking to escape. Sweeney manages to hold on to the position though.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL#
Sweeney rushes Sirotek and presses him up against the cage.
Sirotek is defending well against a takedown attempt.#T4#
Sirotek tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #TD#
Sweeney gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Sirotek regains guard.
Sweeney slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kameron Sweeney showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Sweeney 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 Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 29:28
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kameron Sweeney! |
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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 34
Date: May 24, 2024 |
#R1#
Sweeney takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Sweeney keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Sweeney closes this distance looking for a takedown but Cokanauto circles away.
A countering left hand to the body from Cokanauto misses.
Cokanauto throws a body shot but no joy.
Kameron Sweeney seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Cokanauto takes the fight into the clinch.
Sweeney definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Cokanauto lands a right hand.
A shot in the inside from Cokanauto.
Cokanauto lands a body shot.
Sweeney missing with knees to the body.
Cokanauto lands a left hand.
Sweeney tries for a takedown but Cokanauto manages to get underhooks.
Cokanauto slows down the pace here.
Sweeney has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Cokanauto after a bit of a struggle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kameron Sweeney. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Cokanauto stalls.
Cokanauto lands with a short shot to the head.
Sweeney blocks a body shot from Cokanauto.
Cokanauto lands a shoulder strike.
Cokanauto digs a right hand underneath Sweeney's ribcage. Sweeney let out a lung full of air as it connected.#BC#
Sweeney breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Cokanauto throws a series of punches but Sweeney moves out of range.
Cokanauto throws a low kick but Sweeney avoids it.
Cokanauto waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sweeney.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Cokanauto enables Sweeney to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Cokanauto manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Sweeney is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Sweeney won't allow Cokanauto to get back to his feet.
Sweeney is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T2##REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Cokanauto throws a low kick but Sweeney avoids it.
Sweeney tries to score a power double leg takedown but Cokanauto sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sweeney somewhat.#T3##TD#
Sweeney gets a double leg takedown into Cokanauto's guard.
Sweeney not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Cokanauto is looking to stand up but Sweeney isn't so interested in that idea.
Sweeney's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T4#
Sweeney seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Cokanauto for as long as he can get away with.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Cokanauto can do anything to dispel that myth.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Sweeney fails with the takedown
and Cokanauto makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Cokanauto lands a jab to the head.
Cokanauto tries to land a leg kick but Sweeney saw it coming and moves away.
Sweeney avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Sweeney fails with the takedown
and Cokanauto counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sweeney ducks right into an uppercut from Cokanauto.
Cokanauto thuds a left hand into Sweeney's body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD#
Sweeney decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Sweeney content to control rather than advance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jone Cokanauto dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##CL2#
Cokanauto clinches up with Sweeney and pushes him back against the cage.
Cokanauto stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Cokanauto working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Cokanauto stalls.
Cokanauto cracks Sweeney with a nice body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cokanauto tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sweeney's elbow.
Sweeney drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Cokanauto.#T1#
Cokanauto lands a left hand that snaps the head of Sweeney backwards.
Cokanauto avoiding damage.
Cokanauto misses with some punches.
Cokanauto lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Sweeney has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Cokanauto after a bit of a struggle. #BC#
Sweeney escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A low kick lands for Cokanauto.
#CL2#
Cokanauto darts in and clinches Sweeney up against the cage.
Sweeney changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Cokanauto fights it off and pushes away nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kameron Sweeney. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cokanauto throws a low kick, looking for Sweeney's leg but Sweeney calmly moves out of range.
Sweeney shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Cokanauto defends it nicely.#T2#
Sweeney shoots in looking for a takedown but Cokanauto manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Sweeney's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Cokanauto has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Cokanauto ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sweeney moves away.
Kameron Sweeney is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Jab from Cokanauto.
Sweeney shoots in looking for a takedown. Cokanauto tries to sprawl out of it but Sweeney keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Cokanauto manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Cokanauto! But no joy.
Cokanauto throws out a powerful jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cokanauto misses with a jab, cross combination.
Jone Cokanauto is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Cokanauto punishes Sweeney's body with a nice straight punch.
Cokanauto motions for Sweeney to come forward. Cokanauto throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Cokanauto lands with a straight right. Sweeney didn't see that one coming.
We've been informed that Cokanauto has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Cokanauto lands a nice hook to Sweeney's body. Sweeney takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Sweeney changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Cokanauto tries to avoid it but Sweeney manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Cokanauto to the ground. Cokanauto escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Sweeney tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Cokanauto defends well and Sweeney ends up having to push Cokanauto into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Sweeney's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T3#
Cokanauto pressing his opponent against the cage.
Sweeney tries for a takedown but Cokanauto manages to get underhooks.
Cokanauto gets underhooks to prevent Sweeney's takedown attempt.
Cokanauto avoiding damage.
Cokanauto tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Cokanauto stalling in the clinch.
Cokanauto lands a body punch.
Cokanauto'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.
A nice left hand lands by Cokanauto.
#T4#
Sweeney letting Cokanauto take a breather here.
Sweeney is looking to take this one to the mat.
Cokanauto lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Cokanauto stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Cokanauto lands an uppercut.
A shot in the inside from Cokanauto.
Cokanauto stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
A right hand to the body from Cokanauto.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jone Cokanauto showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Sweeney tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Cokanauto swivels and escapes.#TD#
Sweeney shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Cokanauto is trying to defend but Sweeney finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Cokanauto wants to get back to his feet.
Sweeney content to control rather than advance.
Sweeney works his way into full mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sweeney tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Sweeney'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.#T1#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Further stalling from Sweeney.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Cokanauto trying desperately to get to his feet.
Sweeney takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T3#
Cokanauto is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Sweeney controlling the position easily from mount.
Cokanauto's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Sweeney controlling his opponent.
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Sweeney is stinking the place up with his stalling.
Jone Cokanauto is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kameron Sweeney has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB#
Cokanauto has left one of his arms exposed and Sweeney doesn't need a second invitation. He's isolated it and locked on a tight armbar. Cokanauto screams and taps out, obviously in a lot of pain. Hopefully there isn't permanent damage to that arm.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Kameron Sweeney! |
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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 18
Date: Apr 12, 2024 |
#R1#
Sweeney shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Mikidropov defends it nicely.
Sweeney definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#TD2#
Mikidropov shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Sweeney is trying to defend but Mikidropov finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Mikidropov has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Gold Samurai's Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Sweeney trying to control but Mikidropov postures up.
Sweeney is trying to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Mikidropov is trying to work for a kimura but Sweeney is defending well.
Sweeney is trying to maintain the position but Mikidropov is very close to passing his half guard.#T1#
Mikidropov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Sweeney defending well though.
Mikidropov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Sweeney does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Mikidropov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Sweeney is concentrating on defense, preventing Mikidropov from advancing position.
Sweeney is looking for a sweep. Mikidropov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sweeney is holding on to half guard well.
Mikidropov moves nicely into side control.
Mikidropov trying to control the action but Sweeney is working from the bottom. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Sweeney is trying to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sweeney is trying to control Mikidropov's posture but Mikidropov avoids it.
Mikidropov tries to score with some ground and pound. Sweeney controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage. #T3#
Mikidropov tries to advance to mount but can't.
Sweeney manages to get back to half guard.
Sweeney trying to hold on to Mikidropov's head to control him but Mikidropov postures up.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Mikidropov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Mikidropov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Sweeney tries to get to full guard but Mikidropov has control of the leg.
Sweeney preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Sweeney is not content to let Mikidropov control the position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#TD2#
Mikidropov gets a double leg takedown into Sweeney's guard.
Mikidropov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Sweeney is pulling down on Mikidropov's head to control his posture.
Sweeney wants to sweep but no luck.
Sweeney is working hard here to advance position.
Mikidropov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Mikidropov trying to control the position from guard on top but Sweeney is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sweeney is trying to control the position but Mikidropov postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Viktor Mikidropov dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Nice takedown defense from Mikidropov. No joy for Sweeney on that attempt.
Sweeney goes for a double leg but Mikidropov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Mikidropov continues to drive forward.
Sweeney has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Mikidropov avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kameron Sweeney. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Mikidropov wants the takedown. Sweeney is fighting it off but Mikidropov persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Sweeney's guard against the cage.
Mikidropov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sweeney keeping full guard, as Mikidropov tries to pass.
Sweeney controls Mikidropov momentarily but Mikidropov frees himself.
Sweeney keeping moving, preventing Mikidropov from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mikidropov preventing the sweep.
Mikidropov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1##SUB#
Sweeney working for a triangle but Mikidropov defends it easily.
Mikidropov is fighting to break Sweeney's control of his arms but Sweeney is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Mikidropov preventing the sweep.
Sweeney pulls Mikidropov in close to his closed guard and prevents Mikidropov from doing any damage or advancing position.
Mikidropov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sweeney is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Mikidropov trying to control the position from guard on top but Sweeney is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#TD2#
Mikidropov shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Sweeney's guard.
Sweeney 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.
Sweeney keeping moving, preventing Mikidropov from controlling successfully.
Mikidropov throws a big right hand that misses.
Sweeney 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#
Sweeney is looking to take a break and control but Mikidropov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Well, if Sweeney 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.
Mikidropov pushes Sweeney off looking to stand but Sweeney dives back in and keeps control.
Sweeney stalling.
Mikidropov is controlling Sweeney's trapped leg to prevent Sweeney from advancing to side control.
Mikidropov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Sweeney is working away from the top position though.
Well, if Sweeney 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.
#T4#
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.
Sweeney is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Sweeney fails to take his opponent's back.
Sweeney is looking to take Mikidropov's back but instead Mikidropov gets back to half guard. Nice work.
Sweeney trying to pass the guard but Mikidropov defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sweeney controlling the action here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Viktor Mikidropov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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##TD2#
Mikidropov looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Sweeney keeping moving, preventing Mikidropov from controlling successfully.
Sweeney managing to control the position.
Sweeney is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mikidropov sitting in guard here, content to control.
Sweeney pulls Mikidropov in close to his closed guard and prevents Mikidropov from doing any damage or advancing position.#T1#
Mikidropov 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.
Mikidropov won't allow Sweeney to sweep him here.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Sweeney not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Mikidropov drives through with a takedown into guard.
Sweeney wants to sweep but no luck.
Mikidropov throwing strikes from guard but Sweeney blocks nicely.
Sweeney controlling the position.
Mikidropov throwing strikes from guard but Sweeney blocks nicely. #T2#
Mikidropov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Sweeney can't keep his opponent in guard - Mikidropov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB2#
Mikidropov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Sweeney is looking to improve his position.
Sweeney gets back to full guard.
Mikidropov won't allow Sweeney to sweep him here. #T3#
Mikidropov wants to control from the top but Sweeney keeps moving.
Mikidropov is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Sweeney seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Sweeney looking for a sweep. Not yet Sweeney, not yet.
Mikidropov trying to control the position from guard on top but Sweeney is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Mikidropov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Sweeney closes this distance looking for a takedown but Mikidropov circles away.#TD2#
Mikidropov closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Mikidropov lands in his opponent's guard.
Mikidropov with a flurry of punches that miss. #T4#
Mikidropov trying to control the position from guard on top but Sweeney is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sweeney keeping full guard, as Mikidropov tries to pass.
Sweeney looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Sweeney manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Mikidropov manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Sweeney wants to control from the top but Mikidropov keeps moving.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sweeney tries to free his leg and advance position but Mikidropov is retaining full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Viktor Mikidropov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Mikidropov 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 Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Viktor Mikidropov! |
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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 13
Date: Mar 23, 2024 |
#R1##TD#
Andersen looking to score a takedown here. Sweeney is defending well but Andersen drives through and ends up in Sweeney's guard.
Andersen wants to pass the guard but Sweeney is keeping the position.
Sweeney pulls Andersen in close to prevent any damage.
Sweeney manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Andersen manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Andersen definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Sweeney showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sweeney tries to free his leg and advance position but Andersen is retaining full guard.
Sweeney is pushing down on Andersen's leg trying to pass to half guard. Andersen is fighting to maintain full guard but Sweeney has managed to sneak the leg through.#T1#
Andersen wants to get back to his feet.
Sweeney is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Sweeney is fighting to break Andersen's control of his arms but Andersen is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Sweeney looking to pass the guard.
Sweeney wants to control from the top but Andersen keeps moving.
Andersen is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Sweeney won't allow Andersen to sweep him here.
Sweeney stays in close to Andersen's body and controls the position. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Let's hope that Sweeney has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
It looks like Sweeney might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Andersen is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Sweeney closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Andersen to the mat! Andersen manages to get full guard.
Sweeney stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Andersen swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sweeney 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.
Sweeney looking to sit in guard and control but Andersen gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T3##SUB#
Andersen postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Sweeney is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Andersen, into his guard. #REVB#
Andersen keeping full guard, as Sweeney tries to pass.
Andersen wants to control the position but Sweeney says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Sweeney is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Andersen holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #T4#
Sweeney tries to pass to full mount but Andersen defends it.
Andersen is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Still in half guard, Sweeney seems content to control.
Sweeney trying to control the action but Andersen is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sweeney perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kameron Sweeney dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2##TD#
Andersen gets a takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sweeney holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Andersen looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
Andersen seems to be working for a kimura but Sweeney defends the submission attempt.
Sweeney wants to improve his position but Andersen is controlling well.
Sweeney desperately trying to maintain half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sweeney wants to control but Andersen is keeping busy.
#T1#
Sweeney might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Andersen haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB#
Andersen is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Sweeney defends it well. #SUB#
Andersen is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Sweeney has managed to free his arm - good work.
Sweeney is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Andersen's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Andersen's back!
Andersen wants to escape the position.
Sweeney trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Andersen doesn't escape.
Sweeney trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#T2#
Sweeney is not going to allow Andersen to sit and survive in this position.
I really don't envy Andersen right now.
#SUB2#
Sweeney has his arm under Andersen's chin here. Game over son! Sweeney squeezes tightly and Andersen is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Kameron Sweeney! |
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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 8
Date: Feb 17, 2024 |
#R1#
McGee wants to clinch up but Sweeney keeps it at a distance.
Scabs McGee seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McGee fails with an attempt to clinch.
McGee moves in looking to clinch but Sweeney pushes him off.
Sweeney keeps the fight on the outside.
Sweeney feinted with a counter takedown.#CL#
Sweeney has closed the distance and engaged McGee in a clinch.
Sweeney definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
McGee tries to circle away but Sweeney has him pinned against the cage.
Sweeney is trying to break the clinch but McGee is controlling him.
McGee is trying to push Sweeney away but Sweeney has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
McGee is trying to force a seperation but Sweeney has the dominant position.
Sweeney has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Sweeney is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Sweeney looking for a takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McGee is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Sweeney is looking for a takedown.
Sweeney goes for a takedown in the clinch but McGee prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kameron Sweeney. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A frustrated look appears on McGee's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T1##TD#
Sweeney gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, McGee regains 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.
Sweeney pushes down on McGee's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Sweeney works his way into full mount!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sweeney sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #SUB#
McGee is flailing around, obviously not happy about being mounted. Sweeney locks hold of one of his arms and spins for an armbar. He's got it! McGee is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Kameron Sweeney! |
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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 2
Date: Dec 30, 2023 |
#R1##TD2#
Sweeney gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Sweeney pulls Haley in close to prevent any damage.
Sweeney keeping full guard, as Haley tries to pass.
Haley working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sweeney has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T1#
Sweeney manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Haley manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Sweeney is stalling in the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sweeney seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Haley for as long as he can get away with.
Haley looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sweeney is one step ahead there.
Sweeney controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Haley is trying to control the position but Sweeney postures up.
Haley wants to control but Sweeney passes easily into half guard.
Haley is trying to maintain the position but Sweeney is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Sweeney is looking for a kimura but Haley is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Sweeney to get the leverage.
Sweeney works his way into full mount!
Sweeney controlling from mount. #SUB#
Sweeney is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Haley is surviving well by controlling Sweeney's body position as best he can. #T3#
Sweeney controlling from the full mount.
Sweeney with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Sweeney is working hard here to advance position.
Sweeney content just to control the position here.
Sweeney wants to take Haley's back here but Haley is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Sweeney tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T4#
Haley has given up his back.
Haley tries to escape the position.
#SUB#
Haley is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Sweeney just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kameron Sweeney dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Haley misses with the combination.
#CL2#
Haley has Sweeney up against the cage in a clinch.
Sweeney is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Haley can do to turn this around?
Sweeney wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Sweeney is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Haley slowing the pace effectively.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sweeney drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Haley gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#BC2#
Haley breaks the clinch.
#T1##TD2#
Haley feints and as Sweeney raises his hands in defense, Haley changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Haley looking to pass the guard.
Sweeney is controlling Haley's posture.
Kameron Sweeney overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Sweeney 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#
Sweeney is thwarting Haley's attempts to control the position.
Sweeney is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB#
Sweeney is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Haley doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Sweeney. #T2#
Sweeney trying to pass the guard but Haley defending well.
Haley is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Haley trying to get back to full guard but Sweeney takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Sweeney working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Sweeney prevents Haley from getting the reversal.#SUB#
Sweeney working from mount. He moves in close and looks like he might be going for an arm triangle... He's hopped off to the side and he's transitioned into an Anaconda choke. Haley turning a nasty shade of purple. He's refusing to tap but he's gone! He's out! The ref rips Sweeney off and cradles Haley's limp body as Sweeney celebrates with his corner.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Anaconda Choke). Kameron Sweeney! |
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