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Event:
SSG 388 Feet vs Chai
Date: Jan 19, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 13 losses; Declan Robinson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 26 losses; Paul Gascoigne!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Paulo Santos and Mauricio Rocha.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Robinson fails with a takedown attempt.
Gascoigne tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Robinson swivels and escapes.
Gascoigne shoots in for a takedown but Robinson shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Robinson changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#TD#
Robinson shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Robinson (2) vs (0) Gascoigne#SUB#
Robinson is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Gascoigne sees it coming and defends easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gascoigne controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Robinson trying to control the pace. #T1##SUB#
Robinson 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.
Robinson seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
We've been hearing that Robinson has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#T2#
Robinson wants to control but Gascoigne is keeping him busy.
Robinson controlling the action here.
Robinson is thwarting Gascoigne's attempts to control the position.
Robinson is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Gascoigne wants to improve his position but Robinson is controlling well.
Robinson trying to control from half guard but Gascoigne is working away. #T3#
Robinson prevents Gascoigne from improving his position.
Robinson moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Robinson (5) vs (0) Gascoigne
Robinson tries to advance to mount but can't.
Robinson trying to control the action but Gascoigne is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gascoigne trying to remain calm as Robinson controls from the top position.
Robinson tries to move to mount but Gascoigne blocks the move with his legs. #T4#
Gascoigne is trying to get back to half guard.
Robinson trying to control the action but Gascoigne is working from the bottom.
A lull in the action here.
Gascoigne regains half guard.#T5#
Robinson stalling. #SUB#
Robinson is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Gascoigne sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Robinson is working for a submission of some sort.
Robinson is keen to just control but Gascoigne is a slippery customer.
Robinson slows the pace down in half guard.
Gascoigne is controlling Robinson's trapped leg to prevent Robinson from advancing to side control.#T6#
Robinson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Gascoigne does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Robinson not doing much here.
#SUB#
Robinson seems to be working for a kimura but Gascoigne defends the submission attempt.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Robinson is trying to control. Gascoigne wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T7#
Robinson is looking to advance position but Gascoigne won't allow it.
Gascoigne trying to control from the bottom.
Gascoigne is looking to improve his position.
Robinson trying to pass the guard but Gascoigne defending well.
Gascoigne keeping control of the position.
Gascoigne is looking for a sweep. Robinson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T8#
Robinson with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Robinson passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Robinson (8) vs (0) Gascoigne
Robinson looking to control and managing it successfully.
Robinson looking to control but Gascoigne is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T9#
Gascoigne is trying to escape the mount.
#SUB#
Robinson goes for an armbar but Gascoigne turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Gascoigne. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (8) vs (2) Gascoigne
Robinson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Gascoigne is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Robinson controlling the position.#T10#
Robinson working a defensive guard here.
Robinson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (10) vs (2) Gascoigne#SUB#
Robinson is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Gascoigne is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Gascoigne has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (10) vs (4) Gascoigne
Gascoigne looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Robinson looking for a sweep. Not yet Robinson, not yet. #T11#
Robinson has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Gascoigne has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Robinson (10) vs (7) Gascoigne
Robinson manages to get back to half guard.
Robinson regains full guard. Nicely done.
Robinson might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Gascoigne pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Robinson is keeping the position for now.
Gascoigne wants to control from the top but Robinson keeps moving.
Robinson 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.#T12#
Robinson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Gascoigne's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (12) vs (7) Gascoigne
Robinson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gascoigne is keeping the position for now.
Gascoigne keeping moving, preventing Robinson from controlling successfully.
Robinson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gascoigne is keeping the position for now.
Robinson seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #T13#
Robinson trying to control but Gascoigne is working from the bottom.
Robinson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T14#
Robinson wants to control from the top but Gascoigne keeps moving.
Gascoigne can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Robinson controls the pace.
Gascoigne keeping full guard, as Robinson tries to pass.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Robinson stays in close to Gascoigne's body and controls the position.
Gascoigne controlling the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robinson takes the fight on points by 12 to 7.
After winning the bout, Declan Robinson 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:
SSG 386 Majere vs Maximus
Date: Jan 12, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 29 losses; John Doe! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 12 losses; Declan Robinson!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Daniel Cesar and Mauricio Rocha.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Robinson shoots in for a takedown but Doe shows good takedown defense. #CL#
Doe darts in and clinches Robinson up against the cage.
Doe wants to take the fight to the mat but Robinson manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Doe drops down looking for an ankle pick but Robinson pulls his leg out and moves away.
John Doe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Robinson tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Doe defends well and Robinson ends up having to push Doe into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Doe has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Globo Gym (5000) in the buildup to the fight.
Robinson fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Doe avoids it really well and circles away.
John Doe has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Declan Robinson.
Doe shoots for a takedown but Robinson saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#CL#
Doe rushes Robinson and presses him up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robinson has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Doe avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Robinson wants a takedown but no success here.
Doe is pressed up against the cage. Robinson has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Doe down to the mat. Doe avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL#
Doe darts in and clinches Robinson up against the cage.
Robinson goes for a takedown in the clinch but Doe prevents it.
#T1#
Doe wants a takedown but no success here.
Doe wants to take the fight to the mat but Robinson manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Doe looking for a takedown.
Robinson is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Doe wants a takedown but no success here.
Robinson has Doe pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Doe manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Robinson gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Doe.
Doe is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Robinson gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Robinson has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Doe is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#T2##TD2#
Robinson jumps into guard, dragging Doe to the mat.
Robinson is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Doe is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Our spies down at at Outlier Martial Arts New York inform us that Robinson has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Robinson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Robinson is trying to hold Doe in close to prevent damage but Doe has managed to pass into half guard.
Robinson trying to control from the bottom.
Robinson is looking to improve his position.
Robinson is holding on to half guard well.#T3#
Robinson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Robinson is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Doe is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Doe looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Robinson tries to get to full guard but Doe has control of the leg. #T4#
Robinson has a hand on Doe's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Doe takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Doe (3) vs (0) Robinson
Robinson is working to get back to half guard.
Doe trying to control but Robinson is having none of it. #T5#
Doe controlling the position easily from mount.
Robinson is trying desperately to improve position.
Doe wants to control the pace but Robinson is squirming around nicely. #T6##SUB#
Robinson tries to improve his position but Doe has taken his back! Doe has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Robinson tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Doe pushes Robinson away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). John Doe!
An out of breath John Doe 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:
SSG 382 Ozymandias vs Majere
Date: Dec 29, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 14 losses; Niles Standish! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 11 losses; Declan Robinson!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Seu Braga and Emerson Jorge.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Robinson fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD2#
Standish gets caught napping as Robinson dives in and scores a takedown. Standish manages to retain guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Standish (0) vs (2) Robinson
Standish is controlling Robinson's posture.
Robinson wants to pass the guard but Standish is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robinson showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T1#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Robinson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Standish swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Robinson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Robinson working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Standish has control of Robinson's left arm, preventing Robinson from doing any damage.
Robinson controls from within his opponent's guard. #T2#
Robinson wants to control from the top but Standish keeps moving.
Robinson postures up.
#SUB2#
Robinson is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Standish is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Standish has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Standish (2) vs (2) Robinson
Robinson looking for a sweep. Not yet Robinson, not yet. #SUB2#
Robinson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Standish gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
We've been hearing good reports from Standish's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Standish content to stall in guard here. #T3#
Robinson 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.
Robinson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Standish's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Standish (2) vs (4) Robinson
Standish keeping moving, preventing Robinson from controlling successfully.
Robinson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Standish looking for a sweep. Not yet Standish, not yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Standish holds on and takes a little breather.
Standish keeping moving, preventing Robinson from controlling successfully. #T4#
Standish wants to sweep but no luck.
Standish is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Robinson tries to free his leg and advance position but Standish is retaining full guard.
Robinson postures up.
Robinson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Standish is keeping the position for now.
Standish looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Robinson wants to control from the top but Standish keeps moving.
Robinson might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Standish haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T5#
Standish trying to control the position.
Robinson sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Robinson wants to control from the top but Standish keeps moving.
Robinson wants to pass the guard but Standish is keeping the position.#T6#
Robinson is looking to advance position but Standish has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Standish (6) vs (4) Robinson
Standish controlling his opponent.
Robinson is trying to escape the mount.
Robinson tries to hold on but Standish pushes him away.
Robinson is desperately trying to improve his position but Standish has a good base and remains in mount.#T7#
Standish takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Robinson is looking to improve his position but Standish isn't that keen on the idea.
Robinson is still trying to improve position.
Standish tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Standish looking to control but Robinson is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Robinson working to try and regain half guard.
Robinson keeps trying to improve his position.#T8#
Robinson regains half guard.
Robinson is holding on to half guard well.
Standish is trying to control the action in half guard but Robinson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Robinson wants to improve his position but Standish is controlling well.
Standish is pressing down on Robinson's thigh, looking to free his foot. Robinson is holding on for now.
Robinson gets full guard.#T9#
Standish stopping the sweep attempt from Robinson.
Robinson looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Standish preventing the sweep. #T10#
Standish controls from within his opponent's guard.
Standish preventing the sweep.
Standish is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Robinson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T11#
Robinson is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Standish trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Standish is working hard here to advance position.
Standish postures up.
Standish trying to control but Robinson is working from the bottom.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Robinson holds on and takes a little breather. #T12#
Robinson wants to improve his position but instead Standish has moved into half guard.
Robinson wants to improve his position but Standish is controlling well.
Standish is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Standish (9) vs (4) Robinson
Robinson gets back to half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Robinson manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Robinson wants to sweep here but Standish controlling him for the moment. #T13#
Robinson keeping full guard, as Standish tries to pass.
Robinson looking for a sweep. Not yet Robinson, not yet.
Robinson wants to improve his position but instead Standish has moved into half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Robinson is looking to improve his position.
Standish not doing much here.
#T14#
Robinson is trying to maintain the position but Standish is very close to passing his half guard.
Still in half guard, Standish seems content to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Standish moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Standish (12) vs (4) Robinson
Standish gets to mount! Robinson was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Standish (14) vs (4) Robinson
And that's the end of the fight!
Standish takes the fight on points by 14 to 4.
Niles Standish decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
SSG 376 Helvig vs Chai
Date: Dec 08, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 15 losses; Zurab Nozadzi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 10 losses; Declan Robinson!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Mauricio Rocha and Seu Braga.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Nozadzi throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Robinson's waist but Robinson gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Nozadzi off to one side. #CL#
Nozadzi gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Robinson has Nozadzi pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Robinson pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Nozadzi tumbling to the mat - Robinson dives into Nozadzi's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Nozadzi (0) vs (2) Robinson
Robinson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB#
Robinson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Nozadzi has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Robinson has managed to get both his arms back between Nozadzi's legs - danger averted.
Robinson wants to pass the guard but Nozadzi is keeping the position.
Robinson won't allow Nozadzi to sweep him here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nozadzi keeping full guard, as Robinson tries to pass.
Robinson pushing down on Nozadzi's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T1#
Nozadzi slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Robinson trying to control but Nozadzi is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Nozadzi is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Robinson wants to control from the top but Nozadzi keeps moving.
Nozadzi keeping full guard, as Robinson tries to pass. #SUB#
Nozadzi is looking for a triangle but Robinson pushes his legs off easily.
Nozadzi being controlled here, momentarily. #T2#
Nozadzi keeping moving, preventing Robinson from controlling successfully.
Robinson is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Robinson wants to pass the guard but Nozadzi is keeping the position.
Robinson content to stall in guard here.
Nozadzi is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Nozadzi looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T3#
Robinson wants to control from the top but Nozadzi keeps moving.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Robinson working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nozadzi wants to sweep but no luck.
Robinson wants to control from the top but Nozadzi keeps moving.
We've been hearing good reports from Nozadzi's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Robinson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T4#
Nozadzi wants to sweep but no luck.
Robinson trying to control but Nozadzi is working from the bottom.
Robinson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Robinson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nozadzi swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Robinson is stalling in the full guard.
Nozadzi wants to sweep here but Robinson controlling him for the moment. #T5#
Robinson seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Robinson stopping the sweep attempt from Nozadzi.
Robinson trying to control but Nozadzi is working from the bottom.
Robinson showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Robinson postures up.
Robinson 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. #T6#
Nozadzi controls Robinson momentarily but Robinson frees himself.
Robinson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Robinson trying to control the position from guard on top but Nozadzi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nozadzi 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.
Robinson pushing down on Nozadzi's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB2#
Robinson is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T7#
Well, if Robinson is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nozadzi is trying to control but can't.
Robinson is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Nozadzi reverses the position - he's now on top in Robinson's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nozadzi (2) vs (2) Robinson
Robinson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Robinson has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Nozadzi has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Nozadzi (5) vs (2) Robinson#T8##SUB#
Nozadzi is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Robinson knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Robinson regains half guard.
Nozadzi wants to free his trapped foot but Robinson is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Robinson is looking to control Nozadzi's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Robinson avoid being mounted?
Nozadzi prevents Robinson from improving his position.#T9#
Nozadzi passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Nozadzi (8) vs (2) Robinson
Nozadzi controlling from the full mount.
Nozadzi can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Robinson is looking to escape.
Robinson is in all sorts of trouble here.
Nozadzi trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Robinson is wriggling around trying to escape.
Nozadzi takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T10##SUB#
Nozadzi looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Nozadzi wants to control the pace but Robinson is squirming around nicely.
Nozadzi sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Nozadzi looking to control but Robinson is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Nozadzi tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Robinson tries to lock up and control but Nozadzi gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T11#
Robinson can't escape the position.
Nozadzi avoids the attempt from Robinson to control.
Robinson keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#SUB#
Nozadzi working for a submission but Robinson is keeping him at bay.
Robinson really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T12#
Nozadzi sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Robinson is desperately trying to improve his position but Nozadzi has a good base and remains in mount.
Nozadzi controlling from mount. #SUB#
Nozadzi looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Robinson tries to lock up and control but Nozadzi gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Nozadzi tries to control but Robinson wriggling away. #SUB#
Nozadzi has control of Robinson's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Robinson regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Robinson is trying desperately to improve position.#T13#
Robinson regains half guard.
Robinson is trying to maintain the position but Nozadzi is very close to passing his half guard.
Robinson tries to roll over but Nozadzi keeps him under control.
Nozadzi tries to pass to full mount but Robinson defends it.
Robinson wants to improve his position but Nozadzi is controlling well.
#T14#
Robinson is still trying to improve position.
Robinson regains full guard. Nicely done.
Nozadzi won't allow Robinson to sweep him here.
Robinson keeping moving, preventing Nozadzi from controlling successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nozadzi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Robinson is keeping the position for now.
Robinson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Nozadzi's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nozadzi (8) vs (4) Robinson
And that's the end of the fight!
Nozadzi takes the fight on points by 8 to 4.
Zurab Nozadzi seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
SSG 375 Finn vs Helvig
Date: Dec 01, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 15 losses; Krister Soderberg! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 10 losses; Declan Robinson!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Gregory Folan and Elvis Blanc.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Robinson looks for a takedown but Soderberg sprawls well.
Soderberg shoots in looking for a takedown but Robinson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Soderberg's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Robinson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Robinson wants it to stay on the feet.
Robinson feints the counter takedown.
Soderberg dives in and grabs Robinson's left leg, looking for a takedown. Robinson pushes down on Soderberg's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Krister Soderberg. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nice takedown defense from Robinson. No joy for Soderberg on that attempt. #TD#
Soderberg closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Robinson to the mat! Robinson manages to get full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Soderberg (2) vs (0) Robinson
Robinson is trying to keep Soderberg in close.
Soderberg wants to pass the guard but Robinson is keeping the position.#SUB#
Soderberg thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Soderberg stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Robinson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Soderberg is looking to pass into half guard but Robinson pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Robinson is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Soderberg (2) vs (2) Robinson#SUB#
Soderberg is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Robinson defends well.#SUB#
Robinson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T1#
Robinson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Soderberg keeping moving, preventing Robinson from controlling successfully.
Robinson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Soderberg is keeping the position for now.
Soderberg seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Soderberg might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Robinson controls from within his opponent's guard.
Robinson pushing down on Soderberg's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB2#
Robinson is looking for a kimura here.
Robinson tries to pass to full mount but Soderberg defends it. #SUB#
Soderberg looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2##SUB#
Soderberg looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Robinson takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Robinson moves into full mount! Soderberg won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Soderberg (2) vs (5) Robinson
Soderberg working to try and regain half guard.
Robinson wants to control the pace but Soderberg is squirming around nicely.
Soderberg is wriggling around trying to escape.
Soderberg tries to hold on but Robinson postures up.
Robinson controlling from mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Robinson trying to control but Soderberg is having none of it.
Soderberg tries to reverse the position but Robinson maintains control.#T3#
Robinson can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Soderberg is looking to escape.
Robinson controlling his opponent.
Soderberg keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Robinson controlling the position easily from mount.
Soderberg is wriggling around trying to escape.
Soderberg regains half guard.
Robinson is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T4##SUB#
Soderberg is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Robinson pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Robinson seems to be working for a kimura but Soderberg defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Soderberg looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Soderberg wants to improve his position but Robinson is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Robinson seems to be looking for submissions.
Soderberg is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T5#
Robinson frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Soderberg (2) vs (8) Robinson
Robinson trying to control but Soderberg is having none of it.
Soderberg sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Robinson is keen to just control but Soderberg is a slippery customer.
Robinson tries to pass to full mount but Soderberg defends it. #SUB#
Soderberg actively working from the bottom here.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Robinson working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#SUB#
Soderberg looking for submissions off his back.
Soderberg is looking to improve his position.
Robinson wants to control but Soderberg is keeping him busy. #T6##SUB#
Soderberg looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Soderberg has a hand on Robinson's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Robinson takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Soderberg (2) vs (11) Robinson#SUB2#
Robinson is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Soderberg is surviving well by controlling Robinson's body position as best he can.
Soderberg is looking to get to half guard.
Soderberg sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Robinson is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Soderberg (2) vs (14) Robinson
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Soderberg bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Soderberg (4) vs (14) Robinson
Soderberg wants to control from the top but Robinson keeps moving.
Robinson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Soderberg (4) vs (16) Robinson#T7#
Robinson stands and throws Soderberg's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Soderberg (4) vs (19) Robinson
Soderberg tries to improve position but can't. #SUB2#
Robinson tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Robinson has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Robinson slows the pace down. #SUB2#
Robinson is trying to get an arm triangle but Soderberg is defending well.
Robinson trying to control the position but Soderberg is working away.
Robinson moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Soderberg tries to improve position but can't. #T8#
Robinson is looking to take a break and control but Soderberg is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Robinson tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Robinson has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Soderberg sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Robinson with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Soderberg is trying to maintain the position but Robinson is very close to passing his half guard.
Robinson seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB#
Soderberg actively working from the bottom here.
Robinson is looking to take a break and control but Soderberg is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T9#
Robinson tries to pass to full mount but Soderberg defends it.
Robinson is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Soderberg! Score +3 for passing guard: Soderberg (4) vs (22) Robinson
Robinson controlling the position easily from mount.
Soderberg is in all sorts of trouble here.
Robinson tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Soderberg tries to improve his position but instead Robinson has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Soderberg (4) vs (25) Robinson#SUB2#
Soderberg is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Robinson gets his way!
#SUB2#
Robinson is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Soderberg tries to escape the position.
#T10#
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Robinson's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
#SUB2#
Robinson is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Soderberg is in bad spot here.
Soderberg looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #SUB2#
Soderberg fending off the submission attempt from Robinson.
Robinson doesn't have the hooks in and Soderberg manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Soderberg (6) vs (25) Robinson#T11#
Soderberg wants to control from the top but Robinson keeps moving.
Robinson trying to control the position.
Robinson is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Soderberg trying to control the position from guard on top but Robinson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Robinson 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.#SUB#
Soderberg is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Robinson is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Robinson has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Soderberg (6) vs (27) Robinson
Robinson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Soderberg swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T12#
Robinson sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB#
Soderberg looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Robinson works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Soderberg is looking for a sweep. Robinson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Soderberg looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Robinson passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Soderberg (6) vs (30) Robinson
Robinson wants to control the pace but Soderberg is squirming around nicely.
Soderberg sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T13##SUB#
Soderberg looking for submissions off his back.
Soderberg is breathing heavily.
Robinson wants to free his trapped foot but Soderberg is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
Robinson is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Robinson wants to pass the guard but Soderberg is defending well. #SUB#
Soderberg looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Soderberg is staying active underneath Robinson, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Robinson is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Soderberg moves into full guard.
#T14##SUB#
Soderberg has an active guard here but Robinson has managed to pass into half guard.
#SUB2#
Robinson is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Soderberg is just riding it out for now. Robinson eventually gives up the hold.
Soderberg is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Robinson trying to mount his opponent but Soderberg defends it.
Soderberg slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robinson wins on points by 30 to 6.
Declan Robinson thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SSG 371 Chai vs Finn
Date: Nov 17, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 14 losses; Holy Moly! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 9 losses; Declan Robinson!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Yves DeLean and Gregory Folan.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Robinson closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Moly quickly recovers to half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Moly (0) vs (2) Robinson
Robinson is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Moly is staying active underneath Robinson, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Robinson wants to pass the guard but Moly is defending well.
Robinson is still trying to improve position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robinson controlling the action here.
Robinson trying to control the action but Moly is working from the bottom. #T1#
Moly won't allow Robinson to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Robinson is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Moly is just riding it out for now. Robinson eventually gives up the hold.
Robinson is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Robinson trying to control the position from guard on top but Moly is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Robinson wants to pass the guard but Moly is keeping the position.#T2#
Moly trying to control the position.
Robinson wants to control from the top but Moly keeps moving.
Robinson is pushing down on Moly's leg trying to pass to half guard. Moly is fighting to maintain full guard but Robinson has managed to sneak the leg through.
Moly is refusing to be controlled, as Robinson sits in half guard.
Moly trying to control here.
Robinson trying to pass the guard but Moly defending well. #T3#
Robinson perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB2#
Robinson seems to be working for a kimura but Moly defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Robinson is looking for a kimura here.
Moly is not content to let Robinson control the position.
Robinson is looking to pass Moly's guard but actually Moly recovers to full guard. #T4#
Moly working a defensive guard here.
Robinson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Moly keeping moving, preventing Robinson from controlling successfully. #T5#
Robinson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Let's hope that Robinson 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.#SUB#
Moly had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Robinson defends it easily.
Robinson looking to pass the guard. #T6#
Moly might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Robinson trying to control the position from guard on top but Moly is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Robinson tries to free his leg and advance position but Moly is retaining full guard.
Robinson is looking to pass into half guard but Moly pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Moly is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Moly (2) vs (2) Robinson
Moly stopping the sweep attempt from Robinson.
Robinson is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T7#
Moly stopping the sweep attempt from Robinson.
Robinson has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Moly has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Moly (5) vs (2) Robinson
Moly trying to control the action but Robinson is working from the bottom.
Robinson felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Robinson tries to buck Moly off but Moly is having none of it.
Robinson manages to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Robinson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are battling for position here. Robinson manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T8#
Robinson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Robinson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Moly's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Moly (5) vs (4) Robinson
Robinson trying to control the position from guard on top but Moly is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Robinson is looking to pass into half guard but Moly pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Moly is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Moly (7) vs (4) Robinson
Moly postures up.
#T9#
Moly 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.
Robinson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Moly manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Moly (7) vs (6) Robinson#SUB#
Moly looking for a guillotine here but Robinson defends easily.
#SUB#
Robinson sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Moly doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Robinson paying the price for stalling here - he's pushing hard on the arm trying to free himself but it's no use! He's tapped! WOW, quick submission from Moly - great work!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Holy Moly!
Our winner, Holy Moly, 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:
SSG 365 Soderberg vs Gabenagus
Date: Oct 27, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 35 wins and 19 losses; Tanner Kyng! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 9 losses; Declan Robinson!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Ian Loll and Yves DeLean.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Kyng moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Robinson gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kyng (0) vs (2) Robinson
Robinson is stalling in the full guard.
Robinson wants to control from the top but Kyng keeps moving.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kyng holds on and takes a little breather.
Robinson wants to control from the top but Kyng keeps moving.
Robinson advances to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robinson wants to pass the guard but Kyng is defending well.
Kyng wants to get back to full guard.
Robinson trying to control the pace. #T1#
Kyng won't allow Robinson to pass to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kyng wants to improve his position but Robinson is controlling well.
Robinson tries to pass to full mount but Kyng defends it.
Kyng trying to control but Robinson postures up.
Robinson with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Robinson passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Kyng! Score +3 for passing guard: Kyng (0) vs (5) Robinson
Kyng wants to hold on but Robinson pushes him away.#T2#
Robinson wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Robinson controlling the position easily from mount.
Robinson's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Kyng tries to reverse the position but Robinson maintains control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Robinson trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Kyng wants to control but Robinson is having none of it.
Robinson 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#
Kyng manages to control the position for a moment.
Robinson wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Robinson takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Robinson trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Robinson seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Kyng is holding on tight.
Robinson avoids the attempt from Kyng to control.#T4#
Robinson fails to advance to Kyng's back.
Kyng tries to lock up and control but Robinson gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Robinson prevents Kyng from getting the reversal.
Robinson wants to control the pace but Kyng is squirming around nicely. #SUB2#
Kyng defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Robinson.
Kyng looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Robinson looking to control but Kyng is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB2#
Robinson goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Kyng is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kyng (2) vs (5) Robinson#T5#
Robinson looking for a sweep. Not yet Robinson, not yet.
Kyng 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.
Kyng looking to pass the guard.
Robinson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kyng showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Robinson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kyng is one step ahead there.
Robinson is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T6#
Kyng passes Robinson's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Robinson won't allow Kyng to pass to mount.
Robinson makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Robinson.
Kyng looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Kyng stopping the sweep attempt from Robinson.#T7#
Kyng is stalling in the full guard.
Robinson pulls Kyng in close to prevent any damage.
Robinson is trying to control the position but Kyng postures up. #T8#
Kyng pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Robinson is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Kyng avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Kyng advances to half guard.
Robinson wants to control but Kyng is keeping busy.
Robinson felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Robinson tries to get to full guard but Kyng has control of the leg.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T9#
Kyng continues to stall.
Kyng seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Robinson does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Robinson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kyng not doing much here.
#T10#
Kyng looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Robinson wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Robinson has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Kyng. Oh but Robinson has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Kyng goes limp - he's gone! Robinson jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Declan Robinson!
An out of breath Declan Robinson 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:
SSG 362 Hlervu vs Barnett
Date: Oct 20, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Immagunna Filerup! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 8 losses; Declan Robinson!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Paulo Santos and Felipe Paraventi.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Filerup moves into the clinch.
Filerup tries for a takedown but Robinson manages to get underhooks.
#TD#
Filerup lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Filerup (2) vs (0) Robinson
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.
Robinson manages to get to full guard.
Robinson wants to sweep here but Filerup controlling him for the moment.
Robinson is still trying to improve position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robinson is adopting a defensive guard.
Robinson looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Filerup puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #T1#
Robinson trying to control here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Robinson tries to get to full guard but Filerup has control of the leg.
Robinson desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Filerup wants to free his trapped foot but Robinson is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Filerup prevents Robinson from improving his position.
Filerup trying to control from half guard but Robinson is working away. #T2#
Filerup wants to free his trapped foot but Robinson is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Robinson tries to get to full guard but Filerup has control of the leg.
Filerup is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Robinson gets full guard.
Filerup wants to control from the top but Robinson keeps moving.
Robinson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Filerup content to stall in guard here. #T3#
Robinson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Robinson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Filerup (2) vs (2) Robinson
Robinson stopping the sweep attempt from Filerup.
Robinson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Robinson postures up.
#T4##SUB#
Filerup has his foot on Robinson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Robinson works his way back into a safe position though.
Robinson trying to control but Filerup is working from the bottom.
Filerup not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Robinson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Robinson looking to sit in guard and control but Filerup gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Filerup (4) vs (2) Robinson
Our spies down at at The Purpose Martial Arts Academy inform us that Robinson has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Filerup wants to control from the top but Robinson keeps moving.
Filerup might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Filerup tries to free his leg and advance position but Robinson is retaining full guard.
Robinson is looking to sweep but instead, Filerup has passed into half guard.
#T5#
Filerup wants to pass to mount but Robinson is defending the position.
Robinson is trying to get back to full guard.
Robinson is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Filerup's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Filerup's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Filerup (4) vs (6) Robinson#SUB2#
Robinson is looking for a rear naked choke here but Filerup reverses the position brilliantly into Robinson's guard!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Filerup (6) vs (6) Robinson
Filerup passes Robinson's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Robinson is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Filerup jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Filerup (9) vs (6) Robinson#T6#
Robinson is looking for a sweep.
Robinson is trying to control Filerup's posture but Filerup avoids it.
Robinson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Filerup wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Robinson gets back to half guard.
Filerup prevents Robinson from improving his position.
Robinson wants to sweep but Filerup has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Filerup (12) vs (6) Robinson
Robinson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Filerup wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T7#
Robinson manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Robinson is looking for a sweep. Filerup is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Robinson is trying to control but can't.
Robinson is looking for a sweep. Filerup is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Robinson works his way to full guard. Good work.
Robinson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Filerup is one step ahead there.
Filerup showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Robinson wants to sweep here but Filerup controlling him for the moment. #T8#
Robinson keeping full guard, as Filerup tries to pass.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Robinson wants to sweep but no luck.
Robinson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Filerup trying to control but Robinson is working from the bottom.
Robinson wants to sweep but no luck.
Robinson keeps trying to improve his position.#T9#
Filerup controls from within his opponent's guard.
Robinson looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Filerup puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Robinson is looking to improve his position.
Still in half guard, Filerup seems content to control.
Robinson is looking to get back to full guard here but Filerup has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Filerup (15) vs (6) Robinson
Robinson sneaks back into half guard.
Filerup takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T10#
Robinson is pressing down on Filerup's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Robinson has an active guard here but Filerup has managed to pass into half guard.
Filerup content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Filerup is trying to control. Robinson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Robinson tries to roll over but Filerup keeps him under control.#T11#
Robinson is refusing to be controlled, as Filerup sits in half guard.
Robinson is concentrating on defense, preventing Filerup from advancing position.
Robinson tries to get to full guard but Filerup has control of the leg.
Robinson manages to get to full guard.
#T12#
Robinson can't keep his opponent in guard - Filerup advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Robinson is trying to get back to full guard.
Filerup frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Filerup (18) vs (6) Robinson
Robinson is working to get back to half guard.
#T13#
Robinson sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Robinson wants to get back to full guard.
Robinson works his way to full guard. Good work.#T14#
Filerup wants to pass the guard but Robinson is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Robinson is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Filerup preventing the sweep.
Filerup passes into half guard.
Robinson moves into full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Filerup trying to control but Robinson is working from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Filerup takes the fight on points by 18 to 6. |
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Event:
SSG 358 Hlervu vs Ozymandias
Date: Oct 06, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 8 losses; Declan Robinson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 4 losses; John Snake!
The judges for this bout are Alec Ball, Yves DeLean and William Peck.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Snake stuffs the takedown.
Snake defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Robinson.
Robinson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Snake as he jumps to the side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Declan Robinson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Robinson throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Snake's waist but Snake gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Robinson off to one side.
Robinson fails to land the takedown.#CL2#
Robinson tries to keep at a distance but Snake has taken the fight into the clinch.
Snake changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Robinson fights it off and pushes away nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robinson with a lazy takedown attempt #TD2#
and Snake counters with a nice double leg into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Robinson (0) vs (2) Snake
Snake preventing the sweep.
Snake wants to pass the guard but Robinson is keeping the position.#T1#
Snake is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Robinson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Snake is one step ahead there.
Robinson seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Robinson looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Snake trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Robinson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (2) vs (2) Snake
Snake working a defensive guard here.
#T2##SUB#
Robinson drops back looking for a leg! Snake is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Snake manages to kick Robinson off! Robinson jumps back into Snake's guard.
Snake looking to control.
Snake wants to sweep here but Robinson controlling him for the moment.
Snake not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Robinson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T3#
Robinson works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Robinson in particular looking to stall.
Snake tries to roll over but Robinson keeps him under control.
Snake is concentrating on defense, preventing Robinson from advancing position.
Robinson prevents Snake from improving his position.
Snake has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Robinson is working away from the top position though.
Snake tries to roll over but Robinson keeps him under control.#T4#
Robinson is trying to control. Snake wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The fighters are battling for position here. Snake manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Robinson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Snake swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Robinson advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Robinson (5) vs (2) Snake
Robinson wants to control but Snake is keeping him busy.
Snake tries to buck Robinson off but Robinson is having none of it.#T5#
Robinson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Snake keeps working.
Robinson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Robinson passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Snake! Score +2 for reaching mount: Robinson (7) vs (2) Snake
Robinson tries to control but Snake wriggling away.
Robinson controlling from the full mount.
Snake tries to hold on but Robinson pushes him away. #SUB#
Robinson working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #T6##SUB#
Robinson looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Robinson wants to control the pace but Snake is squirming around nicely.
Snake bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (7) vs (4) Snake
Robinson pulls Snake in close to prevent any damage.
Robinson wants to sweep here but Snake controlling him for the moment. #T7#
Robinson is trying to control the position but Snake postures up.
Snake trying to control but Robinson is working from the bottom.
Snake wants to pass the guard but Robinson is keeping the position.
Robinson keeping moving, preventing Snake from controlling successfully.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Robinson holds on and takes a little breather. #T8#
Robinson is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (9) vs (4) Snake#SUB#
Robinson is looking for a kimura but Snake is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Robinson to get the leverage.
Snake moves into full guard.
Snake keeping moving, preventing Robinson from controlling successfully.
Robinson is really struggling to control Snake but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Snake seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T9#
Robinson wants to control from the top but Snake keeps moving.
Robinson is stalling in the full guard.
Robinson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Snake swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Snake controlling the position.
Robinson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T10#
Robinson controls from within his opponent's guard.
Robinson trying to control but Snake is working from the bottom.
Snake keeping full guard, as Robinson tries to pass.
Snake trying to keep a closed guard but Robinson is proving a slippery customer.
Robinson wants to control from the top but Snake keeps moving.
Robinson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Snake is keeping the position for now. #T11#
Robinson trying to move into half guard but instead Snake has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (9) vs (6) Snake
Robinson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Snake looking to pass the guard.
Robinson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (11) vs (6) Snake#T12#
Robinson trying to control the position from guard on top but Snake is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Robinson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Robinson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Snake swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Robinson trying to control the position from guard on top but Snake is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Snake being controlled here, momentarily. #T13#
Snake not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Snake looking for a sweep. Not yet Snake, not yet.
Robinson sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Snake is trying to control the position but Robinson postures up. #T14#
Snake looking to control but Robinson passes into half guard.
Robinson uses his free foot to push down on Snake's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Snake. Score +3 for passing guard: Robinson (14) vs (6) Snake
Robinson sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Robinson prevents Snake from getting the reversal.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Robinson wants to control the pace but Snake is squirming around nicely.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robinson takes the fight on points by 14 to 6.
Declan Robinson seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
SSG 352 Clubber vs Gomes
Date: Sep 15, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 16 losses; Leonard Howell! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 7 losses; Declan Robinson!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Cecil Peabody and Alan Glass.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Howell throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Robinson was covering up waiting for the punch and Howell finishes the takedown easily into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Howell (2) vs (0) Robinson
Robinson seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Howell won't allow Robinson to sweep him here.
Howell trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Howell controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Our spies down at at The Purpose Martial Arts Academy inform us that Robinson has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Robinson is trying to keep Howell in close.
Howell looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Robinson is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Howell (2) vs (2) Robinson
Robinson trying to control the position from guard on top but Howell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Robinson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Howell keeping moving, preventing Robinson from controlling successfully.
Howell has Robinson pulled in close to control his posture.
Robinson looking to pass the guard. #T2#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Robinson keeps trying to improve his position.
Howell trying to keep a closed guard but Robinson is proving a slippery customer.
Robinson controls from within his opponent's guard.
Howell has his hands on Robinson's head, controlling the position.
Howell looking to control.
#T3#
Howell looking for a sweep. Not yet Howell, not yet.
Howell keeping moving, preventing Robinson from controlling successfully.
Robinson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Howell is keeping the position for now.
Howell keeping moving, preventing Robinson from controlling successfully.
Robinson controlling from the top position.
Howell controls Robinson momentarily but Robinson frees himself. #T4#
Robinson looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Robinson trying to control the position from guard on top but Howell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Robinson looking to sit in guard and control but Howell gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Howell (4) vs (2) Robinson#T5#
Howell looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Robinson keeping moving, preventing Howell from controlling successfully.
Howell content to stall in guard here.
Robinson is controlling Howell's posture.
Howell stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Robinson swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T6#
Robinson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Howell's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Howell (4) vs (4) Robinson
Robinson preventing the sweep.
Robinson trying to control but Howell is working from the bottom.
Robinson is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Howell lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Howell (6) vs (4) Robinson
Robinson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Robinson keeping moving, preventing Howell from controlling successfully. #T7#
Howell tries to free his leg and advance position but Robinson is retaining full guard.
Robinson controls Howell momentarily but Howell frees himself.
Robinson managing to control the position.
Howell is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Robinson keeping moving, preventing Howell from controlling successfully.
Robinson trying to control the position.
#T8#
Howell seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Robinson holds on and takes a little breather.
Robinson wants to sweep here but Howell controlling him for the moment.
Robinson looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Robinson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Howell is one step ahead there. #T9#
Robinson has control of Howell's left arm, preventing Howell from doing any damage. #SUB#
Howell thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Robinson controls Howell momentarily but Howell frees himself.
Howell trying to control the position from guard on top but Robinson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T10#
Robinson is looking to sweep but instead, Howell has passed into half guard.
Howell trying to control from half guard but Robinson is working away. #SUB#
Howell is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Robinson is concentrating on defense, preventing Howell from advancing position.
Robinson is trying to maintain the position but Howell is very close to passing his half guard.
Howell is stalling here. Robinson is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Howell seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Robinson has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Howell (6) vs (8) Robinson
Robinson tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T11#
Howell tries to bench press Robinson off him but Robinson keeps the position.
Robinson slows the pace down.
Howell is not content to let Robinson control the position.
Robinson happy to just control the position for now. #T12#
Robinson working away.
Robinson is looking to take a break and control but Howell is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
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Robinson controlling the position. #T13#
Howell is looking to regain half guard here but Robinson keeps moving and retains side control.
Robinson controlling the position.
Howell is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at The Forge 👊, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#SUB2#
Robinson goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Howell rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Robinson's guard! Nice work there by Howell! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Howell (8) vs (8) Robinson#T14#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Robinson holds on and takes a little breather.
Robinson wants to hit a sweep here but Howell passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Robinson there! Score +3 for passing guard: Howell (11) vs (8) Robinson
Robinson is wriggling around trying to escape.
Howell can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Robinson is looking to escape.
Robinson is controlling an arm, preventing Howell from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Robinson tries to lock up and control but Howell gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Howell takes the fight on points by 11 to 8.
A very excited looking Leonard Howell 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:
SSG 347 Soderberg vs Gerbandi
Date: Sep 01, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 7 losses; Declan Robinson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 7 losses; Sea Snake!
The judges for this bout are Chad Campbell, Alyssa Summers and Anthony Taglia.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Snake tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Robinson defends well and Snake ends up having to push Robinson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Robinson will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Snake tries to score a power double leg takedown but Robinson sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Snake somewhat.
Robinson tries to counter with a takedown but Snake is quick to defend against it.#TD2#
Snake gets the takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Robinson (0) vs (4) Snake
Robinson is looking to reverse the position.
Robinson's coaches at The Purpose Martial Arts Academy have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Snake controls the position.
Robinson is looking for a sweep.
Snake working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robinson tries to improve position but can't.
Robinson gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Robinson works his way to full guard. Good work.#T1#
Snake pushes down on Robinson's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Robinson is trying to get back to full guard.
Snake is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Robinson reverses the position - he's now on top in Snake's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (2) vs (4) Snake
Robinson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Snake swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Snake working a defensive guard here.
Robinson trying to control the position from guard on top but Snake is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2##SUB2#
Snake is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Robinson is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Snake throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Robinson wants to pass the guard but Snake is keeping the position.
Robinson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB2#
Snake throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Robinson escapes and throws Snake's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Robinson (5) vs (4) Snake
Snake is not content to let Robinson control the position. #T3#
Snake is trying to work for a sweep but Robinson has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Robinson (7) vs (4) Snake
Snake is wriggling around trying to escape.
Robinson controlling the pace for now. #SUB#
Robinson looking to secure an arm triangle but Snake defends it well.
Robinson controlling his opponent. #T4#
Robinson fails to advance to Snake's back.
Snake keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Snake gets back to half guard.
Snake is looking to control Robinson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Snake avoid being mounted?
Snake is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Robinson is working for a submission of some sort.
#T5#
Robinson is controlling the pace.
Snake is not content to let Robinson control the position.
Snake is positioning himself well to prevent Robinson advancing to mount.
Still in half guard, Robinson seems content to control.#T6#
Robinson is trying to control. Snake wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Snake manages to get to full guard.
Robinson looking to pass the guard.
Snake wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T7##SUB2#
Snake escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Robinson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Snake working for submissions but it's allowed Robinson to get to half guard.
#SUB2#
Snake looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Robinson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Snake does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Robinson controlling the action here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T8#
Robinson wants to control but Snake is keeping him busy.
Snake is in trouble now - Robinson has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Robinson (10) vs (4) Snake
Robinson looking to control and managing it successfully.
Robinson fails to advance to Snake's back.
Snake wants to control but Robinson is having none of it.#T9#
Snake really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Robinson tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Robinson has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Snake can't escape the position.
Robinson trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T10#
Snake tries to reverse the position but Robinson maintains control.
Snake wants to hold on but Robinson pushes him away.
Robinson wants to take Snake's back here but Snake is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Snake tries to hold on but Robinson postures up.
Snake is controlling an arm, preventing Robinson from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Snake is wriggling around trying to escape.
Snake sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#SUB#
Robinson seems to be looking for submissions.
#T11#
Robinson trying to control from Snake's half guard. Snake has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #SUB2#
Snake looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Robinson has picked Snake up and slammed him! Snake can't keep hold of the triangle and Robinson manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Robinson (13) vs (4) Snake
Snake is looking to reverse the position.
Snake looks to move to half guard but instead Robinson has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Robinson (15) vs (4) Snake
Snake is squirming around, avoiding Robinson's attempts to control the action.
Robinson moves to the back. Score +3 for taking back: Robinson (18) vs (4) Snake#T12#
What can Snake do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Robinson seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Snake for as long as he can get away with.
Snake staying busy and making it hard for Robinson to control.
Robinson is trying to stick to Snake's back but Snake is turning into Robinson. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Robinson's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Snake. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (18) vs (6) Snake
Robinson wants to sweep but no luck.
Robinson pulls Snake in to control the position.
Robinson'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.
Robinson keeping full guard, as Snake tries to pass. #T13#
Robinson pulls Snake in close to prevent any damage.
Robinson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Snake trying to control but Robinson is working from the bottom. #T14#
Robinson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Snake is one step ahead there.
Robinson can't keep his opponent in guard - Snake advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Snake is looking to advance position but Robinson won't allow it.
Snake is trying to control. Robinson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Snake wants to work for an arm triangle but Robinson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Robinson has his hands clasped together around Snake's back. He's all about the action.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robinson takes the fight on points by 18 to 6.
An out of breath Declan Robinson 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:
SSG 344 Hall vs Bar
Date: Aug 18, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 6 losses; Declan Robinson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 4 losses; Blue Marlin!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Frank Antenori and Percy O'Donnell.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Marlin drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Robinson (0) vs (2) Marlin
Robinson keeping moving, preventing Marlin from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Marlin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Robinson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Robinson pulls Marlin in close to prevent any damage.
Robinson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Marlin manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (2) vs (2) Marlin
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Robinson tries to free his leg and advance position but Marlin is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robinson showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Robinson wants to pass the guard but Marlin is keeping the position.#T1#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Marlin is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (2) vs (4) Marlin
Marlin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Robinson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Marlin is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Marlin wants to control from the top but Robinson keeps moving.
Robinson has his hands on Marlin's head, controlling the position. #T2#
Robinson 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.
Robinson wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Marlin is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T3#
Marlin won't allow Robinson to sweep him here.
Marlin content to stall in guard here.
Marlin looking to pass the guard.
Marlin sitting in guard here, content to control.
Marlin trying to control the position from guard on top but Robinson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Marlin controlling from the top position.
Robinson keeping moving, preventing Marlin from controlling successfully. #T4#
Robinson looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Robinson controls Marlin momentarily but Marlin frees himself.
Marlin wants to pass the guard but Robinson is keeping the position.
Robinson controlling Marlin's posture. #T5#
Marlin wants to pass the guard but Robinson is keeping the position.
Robinson can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Marlin controls the pace.
Marlin preventing the sweep.
Robinson controls Marlin momentarily but Marlin frees himself. #T6#
Robinson 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.
Marlin showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Robinson controls Marlin momentarily but Marlin frees himself.
Marlin wants to control from the top but Robinson keeps moving.
Robinson looking for a sweep. Not yet Robinson, not yet. #T7#
Robinson trying to control the position here.
Marlin must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Marlin pushes down on Robinson's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Robinson wants to control but Marlin is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Marlin prevents Robinson from improving his position.
Robinson manages to get to full guard.
Robinson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Marlin manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (4) vs (4) Marlin#T8#
Robinson trying to control but Marlin is working from the bottom.
Marlin is trying to keep Robinson in close.
Robinson is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Robinson being controlled here momentarily.
Marlin looking to control.
#T9#
Marlin can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Robinson controls the pace.
Robinson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Marlin is keeping the position for now.
Robinson is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Robinson wants to pass the guard but Marlin is keeping the position.
Marlin is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
Robinson drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Robinson jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T10#
Marlin controls Robinson momentarily but Robinson frees himself.
Robinson won't allow Marlin to sweep him here.
Marlin trying to control the position here.
Robinson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Marlin keeping full guard, as Robinson tries to pass. #T11#
Robinson looking to sit in guard and control but Marlin gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (4) vs (6) Marlin
Marlin looking to pass the guard.
Robinson is trying to keep Marlin in close.
Marlin won't allow Robinson to sweep him here.
Marlin is stalling in the full guard.
Robinson is pulling down on Marlin's head to control his posture. #T12#
Marlin tries to free his leg and advance position but Robinson is retaining full guard.
Marlin trying to control but Robinson is working from the bottom.
Marlin looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Robinson keeping moving, preventing Marlin from controlling successfully. #T13#
Robinson looking for a sweep. Not yet Robinson, not yet.
Marlin tries to free his leg and advance position but Robinson is retaining full guard.
Marlin looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Robinson working a defensive guard but Marlin manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Robinson (4) vs (9) Marlin
Robinson tries to bench press Marlin off him but Marlin keeps the position.
You can see the frustration on Robinson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T14##SUB2#
Marlin thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
A lull in the action here as Marlin stalls from top position.
Robinson manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB2#
Marlin is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Robinson is looking to improve his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Marlin wins on points by 9 to 4.
During a confident post fight interview, Blue Marlin thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SSG 338 Gabenagus vs Soderberg
Date: Aug 04, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 16 losses; Sandor CleaPain! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 6 losses; Declan Robinson!
The judges for this bout are John Roberts, Joseph Jones and Franklyn Lucas.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Robinson manages to get an easy takedown there - catching CleaPain on his heels. He'll look to pass CleaPain's guard now, I'm sure. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: CleaPain (0) vs (2) Robinson
CleaPain trying to control the position here.
Robinson passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: CleaPain (0) vs (5) Robinson
A lull in the action here as Robinson stalls from top position.#SUB2#
Robinson swings around for an armbar but CleaPain sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Robinson's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: CleaPain (2) vs (5) Robinson
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robinson looking for a sweep. Not yet Robinson, not yet.
CleaPain stays in close to Robinson's body and controls the position.
CleaPain looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Robinson is pulling down on CleaPain's head. It's preventing any offense from CleaPain, at least for the moment.
CleaPain preventing the sweep.
Robinson seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
CleaPain stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Robinson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Robinson looking to control.
CleaPain is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
CleaPain pushing down on Robinson's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
CleaPain tries to pass to full mount but Robinson defends it. #T2#
CleaPain performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
CleaPain wants to pass the guard but Robinson is defending well.
Robinson preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
CleaPain performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Robinson is trying to maintain the position but CleaPain is very close to passing his half guard.#T3#
CleaPain moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: CleaPain (5) vs (5) Robinson
CleaPain content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
CleaPain working away.
CleaPain trying to control the action but Robinson is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Robinson is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
CleaPain trying to control the pace.
CleaPain looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T4#
Robinson trying to control but CleaPain postures up.
#SUB#
CleaPain seems to be looking for submissions.
Robinson is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of CleaPain's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take CleaPain's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: CleaPain (5) vs (9) Robinson
Robinson biding his time, controlling CleaPain. #SUB2#
Robinson has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB2#
Robinson looking to break CleaPain's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. CleaPain remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Robinson will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#T5#
Robinson controls the position.
CleaPain is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#SUB2#
CleaPain is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Robinson controlling well, preventing CleaPain from escaping the position.
Robinson is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #SUB2#
CleaPain showing good submission defense here.
#T6#
CleaPain can't escape the position.
CleaPain trying to control but not successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
CleaPain is keeping busy.
Robinson is trying to control but CleaPain is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
Robinson prevents CleaPain from getting the reversal.#T7#
CleaPain tries to lock up and control but Robinson gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Robinson trying to control but CleaPain is having none of it. #SUB2#
Robinson swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and CleaPain is now in Robinson's guard. A big mistake from Robinson there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: CleaPain (7) vs (9) Robinson
Robinson controlling the position.
CleaPain trying to control but Robinson is working from the bottom.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Robinson holds on and takes a little breather.
CleaPain trying to control the position from guard on top but Robinson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
CleaPain not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T8#
Robinson has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
CleaPain trying to control the position from guard on top but Robinson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Robinson is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Robinson is trying to keep CleaPain in close.
CleaPain 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. #T9#
CleaPain trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
CleaPain is working hard here to advance position.
Robinson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. CleaPain manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: CleaPain (7) vs (11) Robinson
Robinson looking to sit in guard and control but CleaPain gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: CleaPain (9) vs (11) Robinson
Robinson trying to keep a closed guard but CleaPain is proving a slippery customer.
CleaPain stays in close to Robinson's body and controls the position. #T10#
CleaPain wants to pass the guard but Robinson is keeping the position.
Robinson is pulling down on CleaPain's head. It's preventing any offense from CleaPain, at least for the moment.
CleaPain will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
CleaPain stopping the sweep attempt from Robinson.
Robinson controlling the position.
CleaPain pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Robinson is keeping the position for now.
CleaPain 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.
Robinson controls CleaPain momentarily but CleaPain frees himself.
CleaPain trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Our spies down at at Ironbound MMA inform us that Robinson has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T11#
Robinson has CleaPain pulled in close to control his posture.
CleaPain trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Robinson has CleaPain pulled in close to control his posture.
CleaPain trying to control but Robinson is working from the bottom.
Robinson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. CleaPain manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: CleaPain (9) vs (13) Robinson
Robinson wants to control from the top but CleaPain keeps moving. #T12#
CleaPain wants to sweep but no luck.
CleaPain being controlled here, momentarily.
Robinson trying to control the position from guard on top but CleaPain is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Robinson being controlled here momentarily.
Robinson sitting in guard here, content to control. #T13#
CleaPain is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Robinson trying to control but CleaPain is working from the bottom.
Robinson is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Robinson trying to control but CleaPain is working from the bottom. #T14#
CleaPain has his hands on Robinson's head, controlling the position.
Robinson wants to control from the top but CleaPain keeps moving.
Robinson controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Robinson trying to control but CleaPain is working from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robinson wins on points by 13 to 9.
During a confident post fight interview, Declan Robinson thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SSG 337 Bar vs Ozymandias
Date: Jul 28, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 8 losses; Raven Camoran! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 6 losses; Declan Robinson!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Steve Smith and Yves DeLean.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Camoran drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Camoran (2) vs (0) Robinson
Robinson looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Camoran controls from within his opponent's guard.
Robinson pulls Camoran in close to prevent any damage.
Camoran content to stall in guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Camoran stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Robinson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Robinson has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T1#
Camoran is stalling in the full guard.
Robinson has control of Camoran's left arm, preventing Camoran from doing any damage.
Robinson is continuing to stall.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Camoran controls from within his opponent's guard.
Robinson can't keep his opponent in guard - Camoran advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T2#
Camoran is trying to control the action in half guard but Robinson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Well, if Camoran 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.
Robinson wants to improve his position but Camoran is controlling well.
Camoran trying to mount his opponent but Robinson defends it.
Robinson wants to improve his position but Camoran is controlling well.
Robinson won't allow Camoran to pass to mount.
Camoran is working hard here to advance position.
Robinson keeping hold of Camoran's head, controlling as best he can. #T3#
Robinson wants to improve his position but Camoran is controlling well.
Robinson is controlling Camoran's trapped leg to prevent Camoran from advancing to side control.
Camoran prevents Robinson from improving his position.
Robinson is controlling Camoran's trapped leg to prevent Camoran from advancing to side control.
Camoran seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Camoran wants to take a breather but Robinson is having none of it. #T4#
Camoran is really struggling to control Robinson but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Robinson controlling the position well.
Camoran controlling the action here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Robinson tries to roll over but Camoran keeps him under control.
Robinson has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Camoran is pressing down on Robinson's thigh, looking to free his foot. Robinson is holding on for now.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Robinson is staying active underneath Camoran, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Camoran performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Camoran wants to lay and pray for a moment but Robinson keeps working. #T5#
Robinson tries to get to full guard but Camoran has control of the leg.
Camoran content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Robinson is looking for a sweep. Camoran is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Camoran is trying to control the action in half guard but Robinson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Camoran is pressing down on Robinson's thigh, looking to free his foot. Robinson is holding on for now.
Camoran is looking to take a break and control but Robinson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Robinson tries to get to full guard but Camoran has control of the leg. #T6#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Camoran in particular looking to stall.
Camoran has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Robinson is looking to improve his position.
Robinson trying to control here.
Robinson keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Camoran keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Robinson trying to control but Camoran postures up.
Robinson tries to roll over but Camoran keeps him under control.#T7#
Robinson moves into full guard.
Camoran is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Camoran trying to control the position from guard on top but Robinson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Camoran preventing the sweep.
Robinson controlling Camoran's posture.
Robinson trying to control the position.
Camoran wants to pass the guard but Robinson is keeping the position.#T8#
Camoran is stalling in the full guard.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Camoran.
Camoran wants to control from the top but Robinson keeps moving.
Camoran might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Camoran passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Camoran (5) vs (0) Robinson
Camoran is looking to take a break and control but Robinson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The referee asks Camoran politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Camoran prefers to stall for the moment though.#T9#
Robinson has one of Camoran's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.
Robinson is looking for a sweep.
Robinson manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Camoran (5) vs (2) Robinson
Camoran wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Camoran looking for subs from the bottom but Robinson mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Camoran (5) vs (5) Robinson
Camoran is desperately trying to improve his position but Robinson has a good base and remains in mount.
Camoran is squirming around, avoiding Robinson's attempts to control the action.
Camoran is wriggling around trying to escape.
#SUB2#
Robinson has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Camoran is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Declan Robinson!
Declan Robinson thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SSG 334 Johnson vs Macker
Date: Jul 21, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 6 losses; Declan Robinson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 13 losses; Leonard Howell!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Jack Bonds and Don Winkell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Howell rushes Robinson and presses him up against the cage.
Howell tries for a takedown. No joy.
We've been hearing reports that Robinson has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Robinson goes for a takedown attempt but Howell pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL2#
Howell closes the distance and pushes Robinson back into the cage.
Robinson wants to take the fight to the mat but Howell manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#TD#
Robinson pulls Howell into guard.
Robinson looking for a sweep. Not yet Robinson, not yet.
Howell trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Howell advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Robinson (0) vs (3) Howell
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Howell is trying to get an arm triangle but Robinson is defending well. #SUB2#
Howell tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Howell has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T1#
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
Robinson is looking for a sweep.
Robinson is working hard here to advance position.
Howell trying to control the position but Robinson is working away.
Howell taking a breather here.
Howell is looking to take a break and control but Robinson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2#
Robinson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Robinson is trying to control Howell's posture but Howell avoids it. #SUB2#
Howell working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Robinson is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Howell off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Robinson (4) vs (3) Howell
Howell rolls, trying to escape but Robinson keeps control of the position.
#T3#
Howell is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Robinson.
#SUB#
Robinson looking to break Howell's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Howell remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Robinson will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
I really don't envy Howell right now.
Howell breaks Robinson's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (4) vs (5) Howell
Howell wants to pass the guard but Robinson is keeping the position.
Howell pushes down on Robinson's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Howell is trying to control the action in half guard but Robinson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Robinson has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Howell is working away from the top position though.
Howell wants to free his trapped foot but Robinson is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T4##SUB2#
Howell is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Robinson doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Howell.
Howell wants to pass to mount but Robinson is defending the position.
Robinson is positioning himself well to prevent Howell advancing to mount. #SUB2#
Howell is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Robinson tries to roll over but Howell keeps him under control.#T5#
Howell is looking to advance position but Robinson won't allow it.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Howell working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Howell is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Robinson tries to roll over but Howell keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Howell wants to work for an arm triangle but Robinson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Howell wants to pass the guard but Robinson is defending well. #T6#
Robinson gets full guard.
Howell wants to pass the guard but Robinson is keeping the position.
Robinson trying to keep a closed guard but Howell is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2#
Howell thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Howell trying to control the position from guard on top but Robinson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Howell tries to free his leg and advance position but Robinson is retaining full guard. #T7#
Howell is fighting to break Robinson's control of his arms but Robinson is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Robinson wants to sweep but no luck.
Robinson looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Robinson wants to sweep here but Howell controlling him for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Howell advances to half guard.
Robinson trying to control here.
Robinson moves into full guard.
Howell stopping the sweep attempt from Robinson.#T8#
Howell trying to control the position from guard on top but Robinson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Robinson has Howell pulled in close to control his posture. #SUB2#
Howell is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Robinson is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Robinson has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (6) vs (5) Howell
Robinson wants to control from the top but Howell keeps moving. #T9##SUB2#
Howell looking for subs off his back but Robinson has passed one foot through into half guard.
Still in half guard, Robinson seems content to control.
Howell wants to control but Robinson is keeping busy.
Howell gets back to full guard.
Robinson sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Robinson wants to control from the top but Howell keeps moving. #T10#
Howell lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (6) vs (7) Howell
Howell is stalling in the full guard.
Howell trying to control the position from guard on top but Robinson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Robinson pulls Howell in close to prevent any damage.
Howell wants to pass the guard but Robinson is keeping the position.#T11#
Howell being controlled here momentarily.
Howell must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Robinson trying to control the position.
Robinson wants to sweep but no luck.
Howell trying to control but Robinson is working from the bottom.
Robinson has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T12#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Robinson is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (8) vs (7) Howell
Robinson trying to control the position from guard on top but Howell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Howell 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.
Robinson passes Howell's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Howell is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Robinson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Howell does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T13#
Robinson wants to pass to mount but Howell is defending the position.
Howell gets back to full guard.
Howell is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Robinson trying to control but Howell is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Robinson thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T14#
Robinson trying to control the position from guard on top but Howell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Robinson controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Howell is trying to keep Robinson in close.
Howell tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Robinson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Robinson trying to control the position from guard on top but Howell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robinson takes the fight on points by 8 to 7.
Declan Robinson seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Leonard Howell was interviewed post fight and said 'Rasclaat! Bun a fyah on dis loss, di morrow I back to gym an go harda.'. |
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Event:
SSG 329 Feet vs Finn
Date: Jul 14, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 6 losses; Declan Robinson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 4 losses; Rodrigo Caceres!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Matheus Silva and Paulo Santos.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Caceres fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
We've been hearing reports that Robinson has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Robinson tries to clinch but Caceres is having none of it.
Caceres dives in for a single leg takedown but Robinson sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#TD2#
Caceres changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Robinson looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Robinson (0) vs (4) Caceres
A control attempt from Robinson but he's now mounted! Score +2 for reaching mount: Robinson (0) vs (6) Caceres
Caceres is trying to take his opponent's back.
Robinson really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Caceres goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Robinson turns into him and now he's in Caceres's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (2) vs (6) Caceres
Robinson tries to free his leg and advance position but Caceres is retaining full guard. #T1#
Robinson content to stall in guard here.
Our spies down at at Shinobi Martial Arts & Ninjutsu inform us that Caceres has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Caceres seems keen to control Robinson's posture.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Robinson wants to control from the top but Caceres keeps moving.
Robinson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Caceres looking to control.
Caceres is pulling down on Robinson's head. It's preventing any offense from Robinson, at least for the moment.
Robinson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T2#
Caceres 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.
Caceres pulls Robinson in close to prevent any damage.
Caceres tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Caceres bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Robinson's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (2) vs (8) Caceres
Caceres is fighting to break Robinson's control of his arms but Robinson is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Caceres stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Robinson swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T3#
Robinson looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Robinson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Caceres's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (4) vs (8) Caceres
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Robinson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Caceres looking to hit a scissor sweep but Robinson is one step ahead there.
Caceres looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Robinson puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #T4#
Caceres is pressing down on Robinson's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Caceres keeping moving, preventing Robinson from controlling successfully.
Robinson stopping the sweep attempt from Caceres.
Robinson sitting in guard here, content to control.
Robinson trying to control the position from guard on top but Caceres is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Caceres controls Robinson momentarily but Robinson frees himself.
Caceres seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Caceres is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Caceres 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.#T5#
Caceres managing to control the position.
Robinson wants to pass the guard but Caceres is keeping the position.
Caceres trying to control the position here.
Caceres wants to sweep but no luck.
Caceres wants to control but Robinson passes easily into half guard.
Caceres tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Robinson has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Robinson (7) vs (8) Caceres
Robinson is looking to work his way around to Caceres's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Caceres is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T6#
Robinson content just to control the position here.
Robinson fails to move to back control.
Robinson can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Caceres is looking to escape.
Robinson content just to control the position here.
Caceres gets back to half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Caceres is trying to get back to full guard.
Caceres is looking to control Robinson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Caceres avoid being mounted?#T7#
Caceres wants to sweep but Robinson has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Robinson (10) vs (8) Caceres
Caceres is not content to let Robinson control the position.
Caceres looking for a sweep but Robinson has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Robinson (12) vs (8) Caceres
Robinson tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Caceres is in all sorts of trouble here.
Caceres tries to lock up and control but Robinson gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Caceres regains half guard.#T8#
Robinson trying to pass the guard but Caceres defending well.
Robinson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Caceres tries to roll over but Robinson keeps him under control.
Robinson controlling the action here.#SUB#
Robinson is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Caceres doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Robinson.
Robinson is thwarting Caceres's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Robinson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Robinson looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T9#
Caceres is trying to maintain the position but Robinson is very close to passing his half guard.
Caceres is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Caceres trying to control but Robinson postures up.
Caceres is looking to get back to full guard here but Robinson has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Robinson (15) vs (8) Caceres
Caceres prevents Robinson from improving position.
Caceres manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T10#
Well, if Robinson 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.
Robinson wants to free his trapped foot but Caceres is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Caceres is staying active underneath Robinson, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Caceres wants to control but Robinson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Caceres is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Caceres is controlling Robinson's trapped leg to prevent Robinson from advancing to side control.
Caceres trying to control but Robinson postures up.
#SUB#
Robinson is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Caceres defends it well. #SUB#
Robinson is working for a kimura but Caceres is defending it quite comfortably.
#T11#
Caceres gets full guard.
Robinson tries to free his leg and advance position but Caceres is retaining full guard.
Robinson is pushing down on Caceres's leg trying to pass to half guard. Caceres is fighting to maintain full guard but Robinson has managed to sneak the leg through.
Caceres trying to control from the bottom.
Robinson controlling the pace.
Caceres moves into full guard.
#SUB2#
Robinson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Caceres has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Robinson has managed to get both his arms back between Caceres's legs - danger averted.
Robinson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Caceres swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Robinson forces his way into half guard.#T12##SUB#
Robinson is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Caceres doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Robinson.
Caceres wants to improve his position but Robinson is controlling well.
Caceres gets full guard.
Robinson trying to control but Caceres is working from the bottom.
Robinson preventing the sweep.
Robinson 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.#T13#
Caceres wants to sweep here but Robinson controlling him for the moment.
Robinson tries to free his leg and advance position but Caceres is retaining full guard.
Robinson stopping the sweep attempt from Caceres.
Caceres trying to control the position.
Caceres keeping moving, preventing Robinson from controlling successfully.
Robinson looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Robinson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T14#
Robinson trying to control but Caceres is working from the bottom.
Robinson preventing the sweep.
Robinson wants to control from the top but Caceres keeps moving.
Caceres looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Caceres trying to control the position.
Robinson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Caceres looking to hit a scissor sweep but Robinson is one step ahead there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Caceres trying to control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robinson takes the fight on points by 15 to 8.
Declan Robinson decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
SSG 324 Hunt vs Finn
Date: Jun 30, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 6 losses; Declan Robinson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 5 losses; Ryan Gordon!
The judges for this bout are John Roberts, Lou da Vinci and John Kavanagh.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Gordon scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Robinson (0) vs (4) Gordon
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gordon controlling the position from side mount.
Robinson manages to work his way to half guard, despite Gordon's best efforts.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Robinson is controlling Gordon's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Gordon trying to pass the guard but Robinson defending well.
Gordon perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gordon is thwarting Robinson's attempts to control the position.
Gordon with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T1#
Robinson is looking for a sweep. Gordon is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Robinson could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Gordon slows the pace down in half guard.
Gordon tries to pass the half guard into mount. Robinson knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Gordon stalling.
Robinson tries to get to full guard but Gordon has control of the leg.
Robinson manages to get to full guard.
#T2#
Robinson is adopting a defensive guard.
Robinson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Gordon sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Robinson has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Gordon is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Gordon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Robinson swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T3#
Robinson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gordon is one step ahead there.
Gordon not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Robinson managing to control the position.
Gordon controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Robinson looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T4#
Robinson wants to sweep but no luck.
Gordon postures up.
Gordon won't allow Robinson to sweep him here.
Gordon tries to free his leg and advance position but Robinson is retaining full guard.
Gordon showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Robinson trying to control the position here.
Gordon trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T5#
Gordon not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Robinson is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Gordon is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Robinson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gordon is one step ahead there.
Gordon is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Gordon preventing the sweep. #T6#
Gordon works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Gordon stalling.
Gordon looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Robinson is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at New York Public Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Gordon trying to pass the guard but Robinson defending well.
Gordon is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Robinson trying to control but Gordon postures up.
Robinson is trying is best to control the position here. #T7#
Gordon seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Robinson moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Gordon not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Gordon wants to pass the guard but Robinson is keeping the position.
Robinson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Gordon's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (2) vs (4) Gordon
Gordon working a defensive guard here.
Gordon 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.#T8#
Robinson 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.
Gordon keeping moving, preventing Robinson from controlling successfully.
Robinson controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Gordon has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Gordon is trying to control the position but Robinson postures up. #T9#
Gordon has Robinson pulled in close to control his posture.
Robinson trying to control the position from guard on top but Gordon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gordon seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Robinson wants to control from the top but Gordon keeps moving.
Gordon controls Robinson momentarily but Robinson frees himself.
Robinson advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Robinson (5) vs (4) Gordon#T10#
Gordon gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Robinson is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Gordon gets full guard.
Robinson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gordon swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gordon is controlling Robinson's posture.
Robinson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T11#
Robinson tries to free his leg and advance position but Gordon is retaining full guard.
Robinson is stalling in the full guard.
Gordon wants to sweep here but Robinson controlling him for the moment.
Gordon keeping moving, preventing Robinson from controlling successfully.
Robinson looking to pass the guard.
Gordon looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T12#
Robinson trying to control the position from guard on top but Gordon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gordon keeping full guard, as Robinson tries to pass.
Gordon trying to control the position.
Robinson wants to pass the guard but Gordon is keeping the position.
Robinson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T13#
Robinson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gordon is keeping the position for now.
Gordon has Robinson pulled in close to control his posture.
Robinson trying to control but Gordon is working from the bottom.
Robinson is stalling in the full guard.
Robinson trying to control but Gordon is working from the bottom. #T14#
Robinson wants to pass the guard but Gordon is keeping the position.
Gordon pulls Robinson in to control the position.
Robinson trying to control but Gordon is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gordon tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Robinson pushes down on Gordon's leg and manages to get into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robinson takes the fight on points by 5 to 4.
During a confident post fight interview, Declan Robinson thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SSG 315 Ottke vs Sershurrapal
Date: Jun 09, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 5 losses; Reese Madden! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 5 losses; Declan Robinson!
The judges for this bout are Jonathan Paton, Bruno Lombardi and John Kavanagh.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD#
Madden has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Robinson uses from the top position.
Madden 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.
Madden controls Robinson momentarily but Robinson frees himself.
Robinson preventing the sweep.
Madden is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Madden seems keen to control Robinson's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robinson sitting in guard here, content to control.
Robinson advances to half guard. #T1#
Madden wants to control but Robinson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Madden gets full guard.
Madden looking to control.
Madden trying to control the position here.
Madden controls Robinson momentarily but Robinson frees himself.
Madden definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Robinson seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #T2#
Robinson looking to pass the guard.
Robinson seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Robinson's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Madden looking to hit a scissor sweep but Robinson is one step ahead there. #T3#
Madden has his hands on Robinson's head, controlling the position.
Robinson should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Madden wants to sweep but no luck.
Robinson looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Madden holds on and takes a little breather.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Robinson showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T4#
Madden trying to control the position.
Madden looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Robinson showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T5#
Robinson wants to control from the top but Madden keeps moving.
Madden managing to control the position.
Robinson 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.
Robinson won't allow Madden to sweep him here. #T6#
Robinson pushes down on Madden's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Madden trying to hold on to Robinson's head to control him but Robinson postures up.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Robinson in particular looking to stall.
Madden is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Robinson tries to pass to full mount but Madden defends it.
Robinson is taking a breather. Madden 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.#T7#
Madden tries to get to full guard but Robinson has control of the leg.
Robinson is thwarting Madden's attempts to control the position.
Robinson trying to advance position but Madden counters by regaining guard. #SUB#
Madden is looking for a triangle but Robinson pushes his legs off easily.
Madden can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Robinson controls the pace.#T8#
Madden trying to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Madden controlling Robinson's posture.
Madden keeping full guard, as Robinson tries to pass. #T9#
Madden is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Madden (2) vs (0) Robinson
Robinson keeping control of the position.
Madden wants to pass the guard but Robinson is defending well.
Madden trying to control the action but Robinson is working from the bottom.
Madden prevents Robinson from improving his position.
Robinson has his hands clasped together around Madden's back. He's all about the action.#T10#
Robinson is trying to get back to full guard.
Madden is just content to waste time from the top position. Robinson takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Our spies down at at Ironbound MMA inform us that Robinson has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Madden passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Madden (5) vs (0) Robinson
Madden wants to lay and pray for a moment but Robinson keeps working. #T11#
Robinson wants to control but Madden postures up.#SUB#
Madden wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Robinson, who protects the arm well.
Robinson tries to bench press Madden off him but Madden keeps the position.
Robinson keeps trying to improve his position.
Robinson holding on.
Madden wants to lay and pray for a moment but Robinson keeps working. #T12#
Madden is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Robinson's shoulder. That is not cool.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Robinson is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
Robinson is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Madden tries for a kimura but Robinson is defending well.
Madden wants to lay and pray for a moment but Robinson keeps working. #T13#
Robinson manages to get back to half guard.
Robinson is refusing to be controlled, as Madden sits in half guard.
Madden is just content to waste time from the top position. Robinson takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Madden stands and throws Robinson's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Madden (8) vs (0) Robinson
Robinson is looking for a sweep.
Robinson can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Madden thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T14#
You can see the frustration on Robinson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Madden trying to control the action but Robinson is working from the bottom.
Robinson wants to control but Madden postures up.
Madden taking a breather here.
Madden laying and praying for a moment but Robinson takes advantage and regains half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Madden wants to free his trapped foot but Robinson is holding on for dear life with his legs.
And that's the end of the fight!
Madden takes the fight on points by 8 to 0. |
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Event:
SSG 312 Hall vs Bar
Date: Jun 02, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 5 losses; Declan Robinson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 4 losses; Raven Camoran!
The judges for this bout are Jonathan Paton, Columbo Gatti and John Roberts.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Camoran shoots in looking for a takedown but Robinson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Camoran's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Robinson shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Camoran as he avoids it easily. #TD2#
Camoran shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Robinson's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Robinson (0) vs (2) Camoran
Camoran 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.
Camoran trying to control but Robinson is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Robinson wants to sweep but no luck.
Robinson seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Robinson'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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Camoran won't allow Robinson to sweep him here. #T1#
Camoran trying to control the position from guard on top but Robinson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Robinson is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (2) vs (2) Camoran
Camoran is trying to maintain the position but Robinson is very close to passing his half guard.
Camoran is trying to get back to full guard.
Camoran trying to control but Robinson postures up.
Robinson wants to free his trapped foot but Camoran is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Robinson performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Robinson moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Robinson (5) vs (2) Camoran#T2#
Robinson working away.
Robinson trying to control the position but Camoran is working away.
Robinson is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Camoran is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Camoran is trying to work for a sweep but Robinson has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Robinson (7) vs (2) Camoran
Camoran regains half guard.
Robinson content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Camoran has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
The fighters are battling for position here. Camoran manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T3#
Robinson 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.
Robinson wants to control from the top but Camoran keeps moving. #SUB2#
Camoran looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Camoran being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB2#
Camoran is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Robinson defends well.#SUB2#
Camoran is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Robinson defends well.
Camoran wants to sweep here but Robinson controlling him for the moment. #T4#
Robinson's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Camoran isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Robinson stacks Camoran on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Robinson! Score +3 for passing guard: Robinson (10) vs (2) Camoran
Robinson is looking to take a break and control but Camoran is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Robinson advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Robinson (12) vs (2) Camoran#T5#
Robinson content just to control the position here.
Robinson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Camoran tries to reverse the position but Robinson maintains control.
Robinson content just to control the position here.
Robinson wants to control the pace but Camoran is squirming around nicely.
Camoran tries to reverse the position but Robinson maintains control.#T6#
Robinson pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Camoran is looking to get to half guard.
Robinson could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Camoran is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Robinson looking to control and managing it successfully.
Robinson tries to control but Camoran wriggling away.
Camoran is looking to get to half guard.#T7#
Camoran keeps trying to improve his position.
Camoran wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Robinson (15) vs (2) Camoran#SUB#
Robinson has his arm under Camoran's chin here. Game over son! Robinson squeezes tightly and Camoran is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Declan Robinson!
After winning the bout, Declan Robinson 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:
SSG 305 Feet vs Chai
Date: May 19, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 5 losses; Declan Robinson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 11 losses; Sandor CleaPain!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Matheus Silva and Mauricio Rocha.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Robinson drives through and clinches with CleaPain against the cage.
CleaPain can't get the takedown.
#TD#
Robinson has dropped down and is working for a takedown. CleaPain is trying to keep an underhook but Robinson manages to get the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Robinson (2) vs (0) CleaPain
Robinson trying to mount his opponent but CleaPain defends it. #SUB#
Robinson 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.
Robinson seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Robinson wants to work for an arm triangle but CleaPain is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
CleaPain works his way to full guard. Good work.
Robinson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Robinson seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down CleaPain for as long as he can get away with.
Robinson won't allow CleaPain to sweep him here. #T2#
Robinson trying to control the position from guard on top but CleaPain is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
CleaPain wants to sweep but no luck.
Robinson trying to control but CleaPain is working from the bottom.
CleaPain has his hands on Robinson's head, controlling the position. #T3#
Robinson is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Robinson has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Robinson.#T4#
Robinson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. CleaPain is keeping the position for now.
CleaPain can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Robinson controls the pace.
Robinson wants to pass the guard but CleaPain is keeping the position.#T5#
Robinson trying to control the position from guard on top but CleaPain is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Robinson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Robinson trying to control but CleaPain is working from the bottom.
Robinson wants to pass the guard but CleaPain is keeping the position.#T6#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Robinson is working hard here to advance position.
Robinson trying to control the position from guard on top but CleaPain is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Robinson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Robinson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. CleaPain is keeping the position for now. #T7#
CleaPain being controlled here, momentarily.
Robinson wants to control from the top but CleaPain keeps moving.
Robinson wants to pass the guard but CleaPain is keeping the position.
Robinson looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#T8#
Robinson wants to control from the top but CleaPain keeps moving.
CleaPain is pulling down on Robinson's head. It's preventing any offense from Robinson, at least for the moment.
Robinson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Robinson trying to control the position from guard on top but CleaPain is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Robinson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T9#
Robinson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. CleaPain is keeping the position for now. #T10#
Robinson wants to control from the top but CleaPain keeps moving.
CleaPain is adopting a defensive guard.#T11#
Let's hope that CleaPain 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.
Robinson trying to control the position from guard on top but CleaPain is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
CleaPain is adopting a defensive guard.#T12#
Robinson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Robinson wants to control from the top but CleaPain keeps moving.
CleaPain has Robinson pulled in close to control his posture. #T13#
Robinson showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Robinson wants to control from the top but CleaPain keeps moving.
Robinson could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Robinson controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Robinson wants to control from the top but CleaPain keeps moving. #T14#
Robinson controls from within his opponent's guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Robinson slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Robinson (5) vs (0) CleaPain
And that's the end of the fight!
Robinson takes the fight on points by 5 to 0.
During a confident post fight interview, Declan Robinson thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SSG 297 Solo vs Macker
Date: Apr 28, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 4 losses; Declan Robinson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 6 losses; Holy Moly!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Timothy Bukovac and Jack Bonds.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Robinson tries to clinch there but Moly circles away.
Robinson could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Robinson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL2#
Moly clinches up against the cage.#TD#
Robinson is trying to trip Moly. He has hold of a leg but Moly is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Robinson persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Robinson (2) vs (0) Moly
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#
Robinson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Moly has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Robinson has managed to get both his arms back between Moly's legs - danger averted.
Robinson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Moly swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Moly looking to hit a scissor sweep but Robinson is one step ahead there.
Robinson is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T1#
Robinson preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Moly is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Robinson is aware though and is defending well.
Robinson content to stall in guard here.
Robinson wants to pass the guard but Moly is keeping the position.#T2#
Moly keeping moving, preventing Robinson from controlling successfully.
Moly is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Moly keeping moving, preventing Robinson from controlling successfully.
Moly can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Robinson controls the pace.
Robinson looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Moly keeping moving, preventing Robinson from controlling successfully. #T3##SUB2#
Robinson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Moly has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Robinson has managed to get both his arms back between Moly's legs - danger averted.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Robinson trying to control the position from guard on top but Moly is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Robinson looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Moly wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T4#
Robinson trying to control but Moly is working from the bottom.
Robinson sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Moly's guard.
Still in half guard, Robinson seems content to control.
Moly tries to roll over but Robinson keeps him under control.#SUB#
Robinson is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Moly defends it well.
Robinson sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T5#
Moly won't allow Robinson to pass to mount.
Moly manages to get to full guard.
Moly is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Moly keeping moving, preventing Robinson from controlling successfully. #T6#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Robinson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Robinson is looking to pass into half guard but Moly pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Moly is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (2) vs (2) Moly
Moly postures up.
Robinson is pulling down on Moly's head to control his posture.
Moly looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Robinson controls Moly momentarily but Moly frees himself.
Moly trying to control but Robinson is working from the bottom. #T7#
Robinson looking for a sweep. Not yet Robinson, not yet.
Moly sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Robinson keeping full guard, as Moly tries to pass.
Robinson looking for a sweep. Not yet Robinson, not yet.
Robinson has control of Moly's left arm, preventing Moly from doing any damage. #T8#
Robinson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Robinson keeping full guard, as Moly tries to pass.
Moly stopping the sweep attempt from Robinson.
Robinson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Robinson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Moly is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Robinson is trying to control the position but Moly postures up.
Moly is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T9#
Moly wants to control from the top but Robinson keeps moving.
Robinson pulls Moly in close to his closed guard and prevents Moly from doing any damage or advancing position.
Moly preventing the sweep.
Robinson pulls Moly in to control the position.
Moly won't allow Robinson to sweep him here.
Moly controlling from the top position.
Robinson is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (4) vs (2) Moly#T10##SUB#
Robinson is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Robinson wants to take a breather but Moly is having none of it.
Robinson is really struggling to control Moly but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Robinson looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T11##SUB2#
Moly actively working from the bottom here.
Moly wants to get back to full guard.
Moly wants to control but Robinson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Moly manages to get to full guard.
Robinson looking to pass the guard. #T12#
Robinson wants to control from the top but Moly keeps moving.
Moly has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Robinson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Moly keeping full guard, as Robinson tries to pass.
Robinson content to stall in guard here. #T13#
Moly lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (4) vs (4) Moly
Moly tries to free his leg and advance position but Robinson is retaining full guard.
Robinson looking to control.
Robinson looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Moly puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Moly is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Robinson trying to control here.
#T14#
Moly keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Robinson is looking to control Moly's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Robinson avoid being mounted?
Moly content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Robinson tries to roll over but Moly keeps him under control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Robinson trying to control from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Moly gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Moly wins on points by 5 to 4.
A relieved looking Holy Moly thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
SSG 292 Dew vs Macker
Date: Apr 14, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Declan Robinson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 6 losses; Thomas Engine!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Timothy Bukovac and Jack Bonds.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Robinson shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Engine but Engine pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Engine with the counter takedown but Robinson avoids it easily.#CL#
Robinson has managed to clinch.
Engine tries for a takedown but Robinson manages to get underhooks.
Engine stops a takedown attempt from Robinson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Engine has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Robinson after a bit of a struggle. #TD#
Robinson gets control of Engine's arms and successfully pulls guard. Robinson will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Engine tries to free his leg and advance position but Robinson is retaining full guard.
Robinson has his hands on Engine's head, controlling the position. #T1#
Engine is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Robinson has Engine pulled in close to control his posture.
Robinson keeping full guard, as Engine tries to pass.
Engine is fighting to break Robinson's control of his arms but Robinson is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Engine postures up.
Engine stays in close to Robinson's body and controls the position.
Robinson might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Engine pushing down on Robinson's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T2#
Robinson is trying to control but can't.
Engine with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Robinson is looking for a sweep. Engine is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Engine is taking a breather. Robinson 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.
Robinson is trying to get back to full guard.
Robinson is looking to control Engine's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Robinson avoid being mounted?
Engine stalling.
Robinson is trying to control but Engine manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Robinson (0) vs (3) Engine
Engine is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#T3#
Robinson wants to hold on but Engine pushes him away.
Engine looking to control and managing it successfully.
Robinson tries to lock up and control but Engine gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Robinson is looking to get to half guard.
Engine avoids the attempt from Robinson to control.
Robinson could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Engine controlling from mount.
Robinson is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Outlier Boxing & MMA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T4#
Robinson is in all sorts of trouble here.
Engine trying to control but Robinson is having none of it.
Engine tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #SUB2#
Engine wants to finish this one by submission but Robinson is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Engine.
Robinson working to try and regain half guard.
Engine controlling the position easily from mount.
Robinson wants to hold on but Engine pushes him away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T5#
Robinson is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Engine controlling from mount.
Engine wants to control the pace but Robinson is squirming around nicely. #SUB2#
Engine with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
#T6#
Engine controlling the pace for now.
Engine's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Robinson is trying to escape the mount.
Robinson bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (2) vs (3) Engine
Engine is controlling Robinson's posture.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Robinson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T7#
Engine keeping full guard, as Robinson tries to pass.
Engine is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Engine keeping moving, preventing Robinson from controlling successfully. #T8#
Robinson wants to pass the guard but Engine is keeping the position.
Robinson has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Engine is pulling down on Robinson's head to control his posture. #T9#
Robinson stands and throws Engine's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Robinson (5) vs (3) Engine
You can see the frustration on Engine's face as Robinson controls the position.
Robinson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Engine keeps working.
Engine is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
Robinson trying to control the action but Engine is working from the bottom. #T10#
Engine is looking for a sweep.
Robinson wants to control but Engine is keeping him busy. #T11#
Robinson controlling the position from side mount. #SUB#
Robinson goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Engine rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Robinson's guard! Nice work there by Engine! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (5) vs (5) Engine
Robinson being controlled here, momentarily.
Robinson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Engine is one step ahead there.
Engine trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T12#
Robinson is adopting a defensive guard.
Engine advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Robinson (5) vs (8) Engine
Robinson wants to control but Engine postures up.
Robinson is looking for a sweep.
Engine controlling the position. #T13#
Robinson is looking for a sweep.
Engine wants to lay and pray for a moment but Robinson keeps working.
Engine tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Engine is staying tight to Robinson's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Robinson is trying to work for a sweep but Engine has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Robinson (5) vs (10) Engine
Engine looking to control and managing it successfully.
Robinson manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Robinson wants to control but Engine is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T14#
Engine seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Engine passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Robinson (5) vs (13) Engine
Robinson bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (7) vs (13) Engine
Robinson trying to control but Engine is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Robinson is stalling in the full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Engine wins on points by 13 to 7. |
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Event:
SSG 280 Nutz vs McCain
Date: Mar 17, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Declan Robinson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 4 losses; Clayton Price!
The judges for this bout are Alyssa Summers, Jorge Garcia and John Roberts.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Robinson stuffs the takedown attempt from Price. Price gets slowly back to his feet.
Price shoots for a double leg takedown but Robinson sprawls well. He's pushed Price's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Price shoots in but Robinson avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Declan Robinson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Clayton Price.#TD2#
Price scores with a takedown into Robinson's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Robinson (0) vs (2) Price
Price stopping the sweep attempt from Robinson.
Price trying to control but Robinson is working from the bottom.
Robinson is adopting a defensive guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Price preventing the sweep. #T1#
Price trying to control the position from guard on top but Robinson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Robinson trying to control the position here.
Price wants to pass the guard but Robinson is keeping the position.
Robinson looking for a sweep. Not yet Robinson, not yet.
Price trying to control the position from guard on top but Robinson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
My spies in New York Public Gym inform me that Price has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Robinson pulls Price in close to prevent any damage. #T2#
Price not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Robinson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Robinson has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Robinson keeping moving, preventing Price from controlling successfully.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Robinson holds on and takes a little breather.
Price controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T3#
Price looking to pass the guard.
Robinson is trying to keep Price in close.
Price pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Robinson is keeping the position for now.
Robinson wants to improve his position but instead Price has moved into half guard.
Robinson slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Robinson has Price pulled in close to control his posture.
Price content to stall in guard here.
Price stopping the sweep attempt from Robinson.#T4#
Robinson is pulling down on Price's head. It's preventing any offense from Price, at least for the moment.
Price looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Price trying to control but Robinson is working from the bottom.
Price pushing down on Robinson's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T5#
Robinson keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Robinson is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Outlier Boxing & MMA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Price is controlling the pace.
Robinson has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Price is working away from the top position though.
Robinson is refusing to be controlled, as Price sits in half guard.
Robinson slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Robinson keeping moving, preventing Price from controlling successfully. #T6#
Robinson has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Price has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Robinson (0) vs (5) Price
Price has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Robinson (0) vs (7) Price
Robinson tries to reverse the position but Price maintains control.#SUB2#
Price is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Robinson is surviving well by controlling Price's body position as best he can.
Robinson tries to hold on but Price pushes him away.
Robinson is in all sorts of trouble here.
#SUB2#
Price jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Robinson manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Robinson tries to improve position but can't. #T7#
Robinson manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (2) vs (7) Price
Robinson tries to pass the half guard into mount. Price knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Price moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Price wants to control the position but Robinson says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Robinson wants to pass the guard but Price is defending well.
Price wants to control but Robinson is keeping busy.
Price is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Robinson is staying active.
Robinson could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#T8#
Robinson controlling the action here.
Robinson tries to pass to full mount but Price defends it.
Price moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Price not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Robinson advances to half guard.
Robinson not doing much here.
#T9#
Price is trying to maintain the position but Robinson is very close to passing his half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Price is staying active underneath Robinson, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Price regains full guard. Nicely done.
Price is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB2#
Price had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Robinson defends it easily.
Price seems keen to control Robinson's posture.#T10#
Price working a defensive guard here.
Robinson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Price swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Price seems keen to control Robinson's posture.#SUB2#
Price escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Robinson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Price keeping moving, preventing Robinson from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T11#
Robinson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Price keeping full guard, as Robinson tries to pass. #SUB2#
Price has his foot on Robinson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Robinson works his way back into a safe position though.
Price keeping moving, preventing Robinson from controlling successfully.
Robinson controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T12#
Price looking to control.
#SUB2#
Price looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Robinson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Price swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Price bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Robinson's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (2) vs (9) Price#T13#
Robinson trying to control the position.
Price is fighting to break Robinson's control of his arms but Robinson is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Robinson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Price trying to control but Robinson is working from the bottom.
Robinson controlling the position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Robinson is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (4) vs (9) Price#T14#
Robinson stopping the sweep attempt from Price.
Robinson wants to control from the top but Price keeps moving. #SUB2#
Price had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Robinson defends it easily.
Robinson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Price is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (4) vs (11) Price
And that's the end of the fight!
Price wins on points by 11 to 4. |
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Event:
SSG 274 Helvig vs Ottke
Date: Mar 03, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Declan Robinson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Ronan Harvey!
The judges for this bout are Alyssa Summers, Joseph Jones and Chad Campbell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Harvey gets caught napping as Robinson dives in and scores a takedown. Harvey manages to retain guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Robinson (2) vs (0) Harvey
Harvey 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.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Harvey is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (2) vs (2) Harvey
Robinson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Harvey is one step ahead there.
Harvey trying to control the position from guard on top but Robinson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
My spies in New York Public Gym inform me that Harvey has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Harvey pushing down on Robinson's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Harvey trying to control from half guard but Robinson is working away.
Robinson is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Outlier Martial Arts NY, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Robinson won't allow Harvey to pass to mount. #T1#
Robinson is trying to maintain the position but Harvey is very close to passing his half guard.
Harvey with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Harvey trying to pass the guard but Robinson defending well.
Harvey prevents Robinson from improving his position.
Robinson is working hard here to advance position.
Robinson is trying to control but can't.
#T2#
Robinson holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Harvey controlling the action here.
Robinson controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Robinson wants to get back to full guard.
Robinson could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Robinson wants to get back to full guard but Harvey has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Robinson (2) vs (5) Harvey
Robinson tries to reverse the position but Harvey maintains control.
Harvey controlling from the full mount. #SUB2#
Harvey has hold of Robinson's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Robinson manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
#T3#
Harvey controlling the position easily from mount.
Robinson is trying to escape the mount.
Robinson is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Robinson is in all sorts of trouble here.
Harvey looking to control but Robinson is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB2#
Harvey looking to secure an arm triangle but Robinson defends it well.
Robinson wants to control but Harvey is having none of it.#T4#
Robinson is in all sorts of trouble here.
Harvey trying to control but Robinson is having none of it.
Harvey prevents Robinson from getting the reversal.
Robinson wants to hold on but Harvey pushes him away.#SUB2#
Harvey is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Robinson has managed to escape the submission attempt.
#T5#
Robinson is working to get back to half guard.
Robinson is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Harvey trying to control but Robinson is having none of it.
Harvey with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Robinson is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T6#
Harvey manages to capitalize on a mistake by Robinson to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Robinson (2) vs (8) Harvey
Robinson looking very determined here, making life difficult for Harvey.
#SUB2#
Robinson defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
I really don't envy Robinson right now.
Harvey trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Robinson doesn't escape.
Harvey gets his hands free as Robinson looks to control. #SUB2#
Harvey is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Robinson defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Robinson just trying to survive but Harvey is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #T7#
Robinson is in bad spot here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
I would not like to be Robinson right now.
#SUB2#
Robinson showing good submission defense here.
Harvey is not going to allow Robinson to sit and survive in this position.
Harvey wants to control but Robinson is keeping busy.
Harvey gets his hands free as Robinson looks to control. #T8#
Robinson rolls, trying to escape but Harvey keeps control of the position.
Harvey trying to control.
Robinson wants to control his opponent's hands but Harvey gets his hands free.
Robinson tries to roll but Harvey sticks to his back.
Harvey trying to control momentarily.
Robinson tries to escape the position.
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.
Robinson tries to roll but Harvey sticks to his back.
#T9#
Harvey struggling to keep hold of the position.
Harvey is trying to stick to Robinson's back but Robinson is turning into Harvey. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Harvey's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Robinson. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (4) vs (8) Harvey
Robinson trying to control but Harvey is working from the bottom.
Harvey wants to sweep but no luck.
Robinson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Harvey is keeping the position for now.
Harvey tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T10#
Robinson wants to control from the top but Harvey keeps moving.
Harvey lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (4) vs (10) Harvey
Robinson looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Harvey seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #T11#
Harvey works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Harvey trying to control from half guard but Robinson is working away.
Harvey looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Robinson wants to control but Harvey is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Robinson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T12#
Harvey is looking to advance position but Robinson won't allow it.
Robinson tries to roll over but Harvey keeps him under control.
Robinson wants to control but Harvey is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Harvey wants to lay and pray for a moment but Robinson keeps working.
Robinson holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Robinson is trying to get back to full guard.#T13#
Harvey sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Robinson gets full guard.#T14#
Robinson looking for a sweep. Not yet Robinson, not yet.
Robinson looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Robinson working a defensive guard here.
Robinson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Harvey wants to control from the top but Robinson keeps moving.
Harvey stopping the sweep attempt from Robinson.
And that's the end of the fight!
Harvey wins on points by 10 to 4. |
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Event:
SSG 265 Thumb vs Cap
Date: Feb 11, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Declan Robinson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Alex Silva!
The judges for this bout are Lou da Vinci, Franklyn Lucas and Joseph Jones.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Silva instigates a clinch.
Silva prevents the takedown attempt.
#TD2#
Silva works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Robinson (0) vs (2) Silva
Robinson wants to control but Silva passes easily into half guard.
Silva wants to control but Robinson is keeping him busy.
Robinson is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Silva's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Silva's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Robinson (4) vs (2) Silva
Silva trying to control the hands but Robinson won't let him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Robinson is looking for the choke from the back position but Silva is controlling his hands well.
I really don't envy Silva right now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Silva trying to control the action but Robinson just sinks the hooks in.
Robinson wants to control but Silva is keeping busy.#SUB#
Silva is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Robinson gets his way!
Robinson is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Silva trying to control the action but Robinson just sinks the hooks in.
Silva is trying to break free.
Silva trying to control the hands but Robinson won't let him. #T2##SUB#
Robinson is looking for the choke from the back position but Silva is controlling his hands well. #SUB#
Robinson is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Silva rolls, trying to escape but Robinson keeps control of the position.
Silva trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Robinson controlling the position well here. Silva rolled but Robinson kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Robinson could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#T3#
Silva breaks Robinson's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (4) vs (4) Silva
Silva stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Robinson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Silva is looking to advance position but Robinson has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Robinson (8) vs (4) Silva
We've been informed that Silva has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#SUB#
Robinson looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Silva tries to hold on but Robinson postures up.#T4#
Silva might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Robinson haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Robinson tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Silva tries to hold on but Robinson pushes him away. #SUB#
Robinson has control of Silva's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Silva regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Silva tries to hold on but Robinson pushes him away.
Robinson sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T5#
Robinson tries to control but Silva wriggling away.
Silva is looking to get to half guard.
Robinson looking to control but Silva is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Robinson is looking to work his way around to Silva's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Silva tries to hold on but Robinson postures up.
Silva tries to reverse the position but Robinson maintains control.#T6#
Silva wants to hold on but Robinson pushes him away.
Robinson can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Silva is looking to escape.
Silva tries to hold on but Robinson postures up.
Silva reaches up to try and control the position but Robinson seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Silva rolls and tries to escape and now Robinson has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Robinson (11) vs (4) Silva
Robinson is trying to stick to Silva's back but Silva is turning into Robinson. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Robinson's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Silva. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (11) vs (6) Silva
Robinson managing to control the position.
Silva tries to free his leg and advance position but Robinson is retaining full guard. #T7##SUB#
Robinson looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Robinson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Silva gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Robinson can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Silva controls the pace.#SUB#
Robinson looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Robinson looking to control.
Silva advances to half guard.
Silva controlling the action here.#T8#
Silva is looking to take a break and control but Robinson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Robinson is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Outlier Martial Arts NY, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Robinson is looking for a sweep. Silva is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Robinson gets full guard.
Robinson has control of Silva's left arm, preventing Silva from doing any damage.
Robinson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Silva trying to control the position from guard on top but Robinson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Robinson has control of Silva's left arm, preventing Silva from doing any damage. #T9#
Silva looking to pass the guard.
Robinson controlling Silva's posture.
Silva trying to control the position from guard on top but Robinson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Silva won't allow Robinson to sweep him here.
Silva wants to pass the guard but Robinson is keeping the position.
Silva passes Robinson's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T10#
Robinson is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Silva's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Silva's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Robinson (15) vs (6) Silva#SUB#
Silva defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Robinson's arms.
Robinson trying to control.#SUB#
Silva preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Robinson.
Silva trying to control but not successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T11#
Silva tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Silva tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Robinson controlling his opponent.
Silva tries to hold on but Robinson pushes him away.
Silva is squirming around, avoiding Robinson's attempts to control the action.
Silva tries to hold on but Robinson pushes him away. #T12##SUB#
Robinson looking to secure an arm triangle but Silva defends it well.
Silva bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (15) vs (8) Silva
Silva wants to pass the guard but Robinson is keeping the position.
Robinson 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.
Silva stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Robinson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Robinson is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Robinson (17) vs (8) Silva#T13#
Silva is trying to keep Robinson in close.
#SUB2#
Silva working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Robinson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Robinson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Silva has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Robinson 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 Silva. Score +3 for passing guard: Robinson (20) vs (8) Silva
Silva tries to control but Robinson manages to take his back. Score +3 for taking back: Robinson (23) vs (8) Silva
A lull in the action here.
#T14#
Silva just trying to survive but Robinson is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Robinson has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Silva's body.
Silva trying to control the position but Robinson manages to sink in the hooks. #SUB#
Robinson looking to break Silva's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Silva remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Robinson will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Silva is in bad spot here.
#SUB#
Robinson is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Silva rolls, trying to escape but Robinson keeps control of the position.
Robinson not allowing Silva to control his hands.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robinson takes the fight on points by 23 to 8.
A relieved looking Declan Robinson thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
SSG 259 Chai vs Maximus
Date: Jan 28, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Declan Robinson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Alex Pereira!
The judges for this bout are Reed Andrews, John Roberts and David Schapiro.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Robinson shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Pereira as he avoids it easily.
Robinson shoots in looking for a takedown but Pereira manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Robinson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#CL2#
Pereira closes the distance and clinches.
We've been hearing reports that Robinson has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Robinson is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Pereira gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Declan Robinson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Robinson can't get the takedown.
#TD2#
Pereira successfully pulls guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Robinson trying to control the position from guard on top but Pereira is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Robinson is posturing up here but Pereira has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Robinson tries to roll out but it's too tight and Robinson has to tap! Slick submission there by Pereira!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Alex Pereira! |
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Event:
SSG 252 Kersikov vs McCain
Date: Jan 07, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Alex Pereira! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Declan Robinson!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Robert Twigg and Alan Glass.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Pereira gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Robinson tries to pull guard but Pereira holds him up against the cage and eventually Robinson drops back down to his feet.
#TD#
Pereira gets a trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Pereira (2) vs (0) Robinson
Pereira could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Robinson trying to control here.
Robinson is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Pereira is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Robinson has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Pereira is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Robinson doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Pereira.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robinson manages to get to full guard.
#T1#
Pereira wants to control from the top but Robinson keeps moving.
Pereira sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Robinson controlling the position.
Robinson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Pereira (2) vs (2) Robinson#SUB#
Pereira is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Pereira looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Robinson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Pereira swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
Robinson keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Pereira escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Robinson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Pereira looking for a guillotine here but Robinson defends easily.
Robinson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Pereira looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T3#
Pereira is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Pereira has an active guard here but Robinson has managed to pass into half guard.
#SUB2#
Robinson is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Robinson is looking to take a break and control but Pereira is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Pereira is defending against the submission attempts here by Robinson.
We've been informed that Robinson has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#T4#
Pereira tries to get to full guard but Robinson has control of the leg.
Pereira trying to control but Robinson postures up.
Robinson is looking to take a break and control but Pereira is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Pereira gets full guard.#SUB#
Pereira looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Robinson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Pereira is keeping the position for now. #T5#
Pereira keeping moving, preventing Robinson from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Pereira looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Robinson looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Pereira is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Pereira escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Robinson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T6#
Robinson trying to control the position from guard on top but Pereira is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Robinson drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Robinson jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Robinson trying to control the position from guard on top but Pereira is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Pereira has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Robinson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Pereira looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T7##SUB#
Pereira has his foot on Robinson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Robinson works his way back into a safe position though.
Robinson wants to control from the top but Pereira keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pereira can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Robinson controls the pace.#SUB#
Pereira is looking for a triangle but Robinson pushes his legs off easily.
#T8##SUB#
Pereira throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Robinson escapes and throws Pereira's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Pereira (2) vs (5) Robinson#SUB2#
Robinson is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Pereira is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Pereira trying his best to control but Robinson has mounted him. Score +2 for reaching mount: Pereira (2) vs (7) Robinson#SUB2#
Robinson wants to finish this one by submission but Pereira is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Robinson.
Pereira wants to control but Robinson is having none of it.#T9#
Pereira can't escape the position.
Pereira wants to control but Robinson is having none of it.
Robinson looking to control and managing it successfully.
Robinson tries to control but Pereira wriggling away.
Pereira tries to lock up and control but Robinson gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Robinson fails to move to back control.
Pereira can't escape the position.
#T10##SUB2#
Robinson moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Pereira has worked his arm free - good work by Pereira!
Robinson working away.
Pereira looking for a sweep but Robinson has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Pereira (2) vs (9) Robinson
Robinson is trying to take his opponent's back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Robinson trying to control but Pereira is having none of it.
Pereira tries to improve his position but instead Robinson has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Pereira (2) vs (12) Robinson#T11##SUB2#
Pereira has hold of Robinson's leg, trying to break free but it's let Robinson lock up a rear naked choke! This could be big trouble! Pereira is turning an unusual color here… he's out! Robinson throws him to one side and jumps onto the cage to celebrate with his fans.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Declan Robinson! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 27, 2023 |
#R1##TD#
Robles gets caught napping as Robinson dives in and scores a takedown. Robles manages to retain guard.
Robinson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Robles wants to hit a sweep here but Robinson passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Robles there!
Robles is looking to get to half guard.
Robinson can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Robles is looking to escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Robinson working for a submission but Robles is keeping him at bay.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robles is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T1#
Robles is still trying to improve position.
Robles has given up his back.
#SUB#
Robinson looking for the RNC.
Robles turns into Robinson and is now in his guard.
Robinson wants to improve his position but instead Robles has moved into half guard.
Robinson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Robles moves into full mount! Robinson won't be happy about that! #T2#
Robles moves to the back position. #SUB2#
Robles looking for the choke from the back.
Robinson is really stuck here.
#SUB2#
Robles has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Robinson has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Robinson trying to control the hands but Robles won't let him.
Robinson tries to escape the position.
#T3##SUB2#
Robles working for a choke but Robinson is defending well.
Robles controlling from the back.
You can see the frustration on Robinson's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Robles not allowing Robinson to control his hands. #SUB2#
Robles patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Robles gets his hands free as Robinson looks to control.
Robinson turns into Robles and is now in his guard.
Robles wants to sweep but no luck.
Robinson trying to control but Robles is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Robinson postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Robles is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Robinson, into his guard. #REVB#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Robles trying to control but Robinson is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Maxwell Robles will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Robles dives in and scores a takedown into Robinson's guard.
Robinson keeping moving, preventing Robles from controlling successfully.
Robles looking to sit in guard and control but Robinson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Robinson works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Robinson is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Robinson seems to be working for a kimura but Robles defends the submission attempt.#T1##SUB#
Robinson is trying to work for a kimura but Robles is defending well.
Robles regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Robles has his foot on Robinson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Robinson works his way back into a safe position though.
Robles controls Robinson momentarily but Robinson frees himself.
Robinson tries to free his leg and advance position but Robles is retaining full guard.
Robles looking to control.
#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Robles looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Robles keeping full guard, as Robinson tries to pass.
Robinson wants to control from the top but Robles keeps moving.
Robles 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.
Robles controlling the position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD2#
Robles closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Robinson's guard.#T3#
Robles sitting in guard here, content to control.
Robles looking to pass the guard.
Robles trying to control but Robinson is working from the bottom.
Robles is fighting to break Robinson's control of his arms but Robinson is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Robinson is trying to keep Robles in close.
#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Robinson keeping full guard, as Robles tries to pass.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#SUB#
Robinson has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Robles should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Robinson has tightened it up now! Robles should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Declan Robinson! |
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