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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 94
Date: Sep 14, 2024 |
#R1#
Nice defenses there by For Island.
For Island throws a head kick but Taxi moves out of range.
A nice side step and Taxi releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Taxi lands an overhand right.#TD2#
Taxi shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. For Island is trying to defend but Taxi finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Taxi really doesn't want to stay on the ground with For Island. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Taxi is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
Taxi trying to pass the guard but For Island defending well. #SUB#
For Island looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Taxi lands strikes from half guard.
Taxi wants to get back to his feet.
#T1#
Taxi controlling the pace.
Taxi prevents For Island from improving his position.
Taxi throwing shots but For Island is blocking nicely.
Taxi content to control rather than advance.
Taxi looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
For Island wants to control but Taxi is keeping busy.
#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
For Island is looking to escape.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Taxi is controlling the pace.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
For Island fails to land the takedown.
For Island looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nice defenses there by For Island.
Taxi jabs For Island right on the nose. For Island blinks but takes it well.
Taxi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from For Island.
For Island tries to clinch
enabling Taxi to counter with a crisp jab.
Taxi looks to score with a jab to the body but For Island is just out of range.
Tony Taxi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Taxi throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T3#
Taxi misses the shot to the body.
Taxi swings for the body but For Island moves out of range.
For Island pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A little jabbing left from Taxi on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
For Island is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Taxi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but For Island was well out of range. Poor timing from Taxi.
Taxi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. For Island sees it coming and avoids it easily.
For Island tries to clinch there but Taxi circles away.
Taxi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but For Island manages to avoid it.
For Island uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Taxi.
For Island appears to be looking for a big counter.
A telegraphed right hand from Taxi misses the target.
Taxi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Taxi takes a swing at For Island's ribcage but misses.
It looked like For Island was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
For Island uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Taxi.
Taxi dodges the punch combination from For Island.
#T4#
Taxi scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
For Island takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
For Island swings away with a body shot that misses
and Taxi counters with a stiff right hand.
For Island tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Taxi was well out of range. Poor timing from For Island.
Taxi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from For Island is defended easily by Taxi.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
For Island shoots in for a double leg but Taxi sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Too Young For Island. That's going to take a lot out of him.
For Island uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Taxi.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Taxi scores with a jab.
Good standup being displayed there by Taxi as he connects with a hook.
Taxi lands a slapping body shot.
For Island ducks under a wild hook from Taxi.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Tony Taxi dominated that round.
That's time! For Island's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Taxi throws a shot from downtown. For Island moves away and avoids it.
For Island slips a straight right by Taxi.
For Island shoots in looking for a takedown. Taxi tries to sprawl out of it but For Island keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Taxi manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Taxi misses with a wild body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from For Island misses the target.
Taxi avoids the head kick by For Island.
Taxi swats away the attempt to clinch by For Island.
Taxi connects with a right hand. For Island shakes it off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Taxi defends well against a solid takedown attempt from For Island.
No luck with that takedown attempt from For Island.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Too Young For Island. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Taxi bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps For Island's head backwards.#T1#
Taxi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from For Island.
For Island tries to counter with a takedown but Taxi is quick to defend against it.
Taxi throws a body punch but For Island moves out of range.
For Island uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Taxi.
Taxi throws a big shot that misses.
For Island tries to clinch but Taxi moves away
and Taxi counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Tony Taxi seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A jab lands there for Taxi.
Taxi darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
For Island tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Taxi swivels and escapes.
For Island wants to clinch but Taxi slips to the side
and Taxi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Taxi swings for the body but For Island moves out of range.
For Island fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Taxi avoids it really well and circles away.#T2#
For Island closes the distance and clinches up with Taxi, looking for a takedown. For Island pushes Taxi against the cage but Taxi circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Taxi throws a looping overhand right but For Island ducks down to avoid it.
Taxi avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A big right from Taxi misses.
For Island keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
For Island takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Taxi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from For Island.
For Island blocks a jab.
Taxi swats away the attempt to clinch by For Island.
For Island uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Taxi.
For Island throws a big counter combination but Taxi scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Taxi stuffs the takedown attempt from For Island. For Island gets slowly back to his feet. #TD2#
Taxi shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches For Island napping and manages to drive through into side control!#T3#
For Island is trying to work for a sweep but Taxi has mounted him!
Taxi raining down shots from the mount!
Taxi punishing his opponent with strikes.
Taxi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
For Island is in a horrible position here. Taxi smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Taxi working For Island over with strikes here.
Taxi lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Taxi looking to ground and pound but For Island is blocking nicely.
Taxi postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. For Island looks a forlorn figure.
Taxi landing strikes, looking to finish! #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Taxi is going oldschool here, as he tries to force For Island to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so For Island shrugs it off.
Taxi controlling from the full mount.
Taxi looking to ground and pound but For Island is blocking nicely.
Taxi punishing his opponent with strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
For Island is looking to get to half guard.
Taxi throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Taxi controlling from the full mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Tony Taxi showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! For Island's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
For Island moves in looking to clinch but Taxi pushes him off.
Taxi doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
For Island dives in and grabs Taxi's left leg, looking for a takedown. Taxi pushes down on For Island's head and hops out.
Taxi keeps the fight on the outside.
For Island slips a straight right by Taxi.
For Island shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Taxi pinned against the cage. Taxi gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Taxi loads up on a big right hand but For Island slips the punch.
For Island tries for a takedown but Taxi sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Too Young For Island. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Taxi throws a hook to the side of For Island's head but For Island sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
For Island shoots in for a takedown but Taxi shows good takedown defense.
The fighters circling - Taxi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
For Island doesn't manage to clinch there - Taxi circles away.
Taxi appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
For Island keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Taxi.
For Island steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Taxi.#T1#
For Island slips under a jab from Taxi.
For Island seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
For Island shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Taxi pinned against the cage. Taxi gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Taxi swats away the attempt to clinch by For Island.
Taxi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
For Island tries to close the distance and clinch but Taxi swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Taxi lands with a good body shot.
Taxi connects with a good right hand that stumbles For Island. For Island circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Taxi misses with a wild body shot.
Taxi slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Taxi avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
For Island keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T2#
Taxi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Taxi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
For Island has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Taxi finds it's way round the side to connect with For Island's head.
Taxi slips a straight right by For Island.
Taxi lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
For Island fails in his attempt to clinch.
Taxi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
For Island tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Taxi jabbing away but nothing is landing. #TD2#
Taxi shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Taxi is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Taxi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Taxi is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T3##SUB#
For Island is looking for a triangle but Taxi pushes his legs off easily.
Tony Taxi is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Taxi's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Taxi trying to stand up but can't free himself from For Island's guard.
Taxi is stalling in the full guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Taxi. For Island does a little dance to reset his feet.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
For Island is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
For Island slips a straight right by Taxi.
For Island tries to clinch but Taxi is having none of it.
Taxi let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Taxi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Taxi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but For Island moves away.
Taxi throws a body shot but no joy.
Taxi stuffs the takedown.
For Island uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Taxi.
Taxi lands an overhand right.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
For Island fails to land with a series of punches.
For Island takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Too Young For Island has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Taxi lands with an uppercut that bounces For Island off the cage and back into range.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tony Taxi comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Taxi has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 25:30
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 25:30
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 25:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tony Taxi! |
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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 81
Date: Aug 17, 2024 |
#R1##CL2#
For Island moves into range and clinches up with Parker.
Parker throws an elbow that misses.
For Island tries a knee to the head but Parker blocks it.
With the fighters up against the cage, Parker throws an elbow but misses. #TD2#
For Island has hold of one of Parker's legs. Parker is fighting the takedown attempt but For Island gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.#SUB#
Parker looking for a guillotine here but For Island defends easily.
#SUB#
Parker has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but For Island can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Parker has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. For Island doesn't defend quickly enough and Parker has managed to lock this one up! Can For Island escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Parker on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Samuel Parker! |
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Event:
The Island Season 15, 155 lbs, Round 1
Date: Jul 06, 2024 |
#R1#
For Island thows a left - swing and a miss!
It seemed like Montana was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#TD#
For Island fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Montana to the ground. For Island is now in Montana's guard.#SUB2#
Montana looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Montana looking for a guillotine here but For Island defends easily.
#SUB2#
Montana looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Montana looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
For Island avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Montana is pulling down on For Island's head to control his posture. #T1#
Montana can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as For Island controls the pace.
Montana is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Montana is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
Montana wants to pass the guard but For Island is defending well.
For Island tries to roll over but Montana keeps him under control.#SU2#
Montana stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
A jab from Montana misses.
For Island looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Montana with a nice cross.#CL#
For Island gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T2##BC2#
Montana manages to break the clinch.
#TD#
For Island closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Montana trying to control here.
Montana is trying to get back to full guard.
Montana is trying to control but can't.
For Island prevents Montana from improving his position.#SUB#
For Island is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Montana doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time For Island.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2#
Montana actively working from the bottom here.#T3#
Montana trying to control but For Island postures up.
For Island not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Montana is pressing down on For Island's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Montana is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Montana is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Montana looking for a guillotine here but For Island defends easily.
#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
For Island wants to control from the top but Montana keeps moving.
For Island has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Montana wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Montana working for a triangle but For Island defends it easily.
Montana pulls For Island in close to prevent any damage.
Montana not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
For Island wants to control from the top but Montana keeps moving.
For Island stands and throws Montana's legs to the side, diving into side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Ryan Montana will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
The fighters circling - Montana throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
For Island misses with a leg kick.
Montana lands a lovely overhand right.
Montana looks to land a right hand but For Island moved out of range.
Ryan Montana seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
For Island defending well as Montana loads up on a big left hand. #TD#
For Island shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Our spies down at at Freaky Fight Club inform us that Montana has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
For Island tries to stand but Montana is controlling from the bottom.
Montana looking to control.
#SUB2#
Montana is looking for a triangle but For Island pushes his legs off easily.
Montana is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
For Island trying to control but Montana is working from the bottom. #T1#
Montana is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Montana managing to control the position.
For Island trying to stand up but can't free himself from Montana's guard.
For Island might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Montana not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL#
For Island instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Montana's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
The fighters circling - Montana throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
For Island steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Montana.
For Island slips under a jab from Montana.
For Island is looking to counter the offense by Montana and move into the clinch.#T2#
Montana waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract For Island.
Montana misses with an uppercut. For Island saw that one coming.
Montana jabbing away but nothing is landing.
For Island uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Montana.
Montana just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromFor Island.
For Island ducks under a wild hook from Montana.
Montana loads up on a big right hand but For Island slips the punch.#TD#
For Island shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Montana manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Montana is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Montana tries to pass to full mount but For Island defends it.
Montana passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for For Island!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Montana looking to secure an arm triangle but For Island defends it well. #T3#
Montana wants to control the pace but For Island is squirming around nicely.
For Island is looking to get to half guard.
Montana trying to control but For Island is having none of it. #SU2#
Montana stands up from mount. Strange move.
Montana cracks For Island with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T4#
Montana throws out a loose jab but For Island uses good head movement to avoid it.
For Island moves out of range of the strikes.
Montana throws a hook to the side of For Island's head but For Island sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Montana has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
For Island slips a jab from Montana.
Montana misses with an uppercut. For Island saw that one coming.
It looked like For Island was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Montana moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Montana lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Montana looks to land a right hand but For Island moved out of range.
For Island throws a quick counter head kick but Montana was just out of range.
For Island uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Montana.#TD#
For Island shoots in and bounces Montana off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#SUB2#
For Island is posturing up here but Montana has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! For Island tries to roll out but it's too tight and For Island has to tap! Slick submission there by Montana!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ryan Montana! |
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Event:
MILF 100 Vargas vs Nguana
Date: Jun 29, 2024 |
#R1#
Jacobs misses with a body shot.
For Island bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#TD#
For Island bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Jacobs tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but For Island wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Jacobs is being controlled here.
Jacobs looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
For Island advances nicely into full mount.
For Island cracks Jacobs with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
#SUB#
For Island looking to secure an arm triangle but Jacobs defends it well.
For Island controlling his opponent. #SUB#
For Island working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #T1#
For Island content just to control the position here.
Jacobs tries to hold on but For Island pushes him away. #SUB#
Jacobs tries to improve his position but For Island has taken his back! For Island has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Jacobs tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! For Island pushes Jacobs away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Too Young For Island! |
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Event:
MILF 86 Gardener vs Bloodgates
Date: Jun 16, 2024 |
#R1#
For Island swings away with a leg kick that misses.#CL#
Rios closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD#
Rios manages to pull guard.
Rios wants to sweep but no luck.
For Island wants to control from the top but Rios keeps moving.
For Island loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rios looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
For Island looking to pass the guard.
Rios working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from For Island.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
For Island controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Rios is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
For Island throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Rios feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#SUB2#
For Island working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Rios doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but For Island is tightening it up a little... Rios has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Rios reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Rios taps out! Nice BJJ there by For Island!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Too Young For Island! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 04, 2024 |
#R1#
Kong blocks a leg kick.
For Island throws a sloppy head kick and Kong moves out of range easily. #TD2#
For Island closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Kong's guard.
Kong wants to stand but For Island is controlling the position.
For Island pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kong is keeping the position for now.
Kong wants to stand but For Island is controlling the position.
Kong trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
For Island working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Kong's head.
For Island throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
For Island wants to control from the top but Kong keeps moving. #ES#
Kong pushes For Island off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #T1#
Kong moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
For Island avoids the head kick by Kong.
#CL#
Kong closes the distance and clinches. #BC#
Kong manages to break the clinch.
For Island throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
For Island loads up on a big right hand but Kong slips the punch.
It looked like Kong was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Kong tests For Island's chin there with a solid looking shot.#TD2#
For Island shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
For Island not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T2#
For Island tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kong knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
For Island seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
For Island is taking a breather. Kong 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.#ES#
Kong manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. For Island keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Kong really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
For Island is trying to force a seperation but Kong has the dominant position.
Kong goes for a takedown in the clinch but For Island prevents it.
Kong jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as For Island walks away with a smile on his face. Kong gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Kong pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Despite the aggression on For Island's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
For Island changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kong tries to avoid it but For Island manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kong to the ground. Kong escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
As For Island looks to move away, Kong throws a big counter combo but For Island just gets out of the way.
Kong blocks the body kick.
#T3#
Horrible takedown attempt by For Island or perhaps it was just good defense by Kong, which made it look bad.
Kong lands a head kick. For Island smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
For Island fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Tai Kong has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Too Young For Island.
For Island changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kong tries to avoid it but For Island manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kong to the ground. Kong escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
For Island shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Kong defends it nicely.
Tai Kong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kong tries a head kick but it misses.
Kong's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Kong duly obliges.
Kong throws a head kick but For Island moves out of range.
Kong throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
#T4#
For Island shoots and misses
and Kong counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kong moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Kong is breathing heavily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kong misses with a low kick as For Island jumps back.
Kong rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but For Island moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kong avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kong looks to land a combination but For Island avoids it well.
For Island wants to counter the offense by Kong and move into the clinch position.
Kong throws a sloppy head kick and For Island moves out of range easily.
For Island is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Kong missing with a left hand there. For Island was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #TD2#
For Island dives in and scores a takedown into Kong's guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
For Island trying to control the position from guard on top but Kong is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Tai Kong dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
For Island misses with a takedown attempt - Kong sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Kong lands a two punch combo.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as For Island checks a leg kick.
Kong tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but For Island was well out of range. Poor timing from Kong.
Nice sprawl there from Kong as For Island shoots in.
For Island checks a leg kick.
Kong stuffs the takedown.
Tai Kong has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Too Young For Island.
Kong bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kong throws a series of punches but For Island moves out of range.
Kong is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that For Island can do to turn this around?#CL#
Kong gets a clinch. #BC#
Kong pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kong throws a nice head kick!
#T1##CL#
Kong has managed to clinch.
For Island is looking for a takedown.#BC#
Kong breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kong walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. For Island checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
For Island shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
For Island has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
For Island wants to clinch.
Kong throws a head kick that misses
and For Island counters with a series of strikes. Kong will be more careful next time no doubt.
For Island fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Kong avoids it really well and circles away.#T2#
Kong swinging wildly here.
A jab from For Island finds it's way through Kong's defenses.
Kong checks a low kick from For Island.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Kong instigates a clinch.
For Island tries to break the clinch but Kong is controlling the position. #BC#
Kong manages to break the clinch.
For Island shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Kong sprawls well. Kong wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. For Island gets slowly back to his feet.
Kong feinted there with a counter leg kick.
For Island showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kong.
A right-left combo lands from Kong. #T3#
For Island tries a head kick but it misses.
For Island checks a leg kick.
Kong swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kong throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Kong moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
For Island is looking to clinch but Kong is avoiding it.
Tai Kong is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kong throws the kick towards the body but For Island avoids it.
For Island blocks the body kick.
For Island throws a right and a left that both miss.
A combination from Kong does no damage.
For Island shoots for a double leg takedown but Kong sprawls well. He's pushed For Island's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
For Island is looking to clinch. #T4#
For Island tries to clinch up.
Kong looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
For Island fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
For Island wants to clinch.#TD2#
For Island scores with a takedown into Kong's guard.
Kong has his feet on For Island's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Tai Kong dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
No joy there for Kong, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
For Island has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kong.
Kong stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Kong wants it to stay on the feet.
Kong throws a sloppy head kick #TD2#
and For Island counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
For Island seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kong does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
For Island not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Kong wants to get back to his feet.
For Island wants to control but Kong is keeping him busy. #ES#
Kong has one foot on For Island's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
For Island shoots for a double leg takedown but Kong sprawls well. He's pushed For Island's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Kong throws a series of punches but For Island moves out of range.
Kong pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
For Island is looking to clinch but Kong is avoiding it.
#T1#
For Island looks to score with a jab to the body but Kong is just out of range.
It looked like Kong was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
For Island tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kong defends well and For Island ends up having to push Kong into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Tai Kong has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Too Young For Island.
For Island shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Kong counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #CL2#
For Island closes the distance and clinches.#BC#
Kong breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A swing and a miss from For Island.#CL#
Kong closes the distance and clinches. #BC#
Kong escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kong pulls out of a head kick attempt.
For Island throws a left and a right that both miss
and Kong counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
For Island shoots for a double leg takedown but Kong sprawls well. He's pushed For Island's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Tai Kong is winning the standup battle so far.#T2#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from For Island.
Kong defends well against a solid takedown attempt from For Island.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kong misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kong will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
For Island unleashes a big counter combination but Kong bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
For Island blocks a head kick by Kong.
For Island will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#CL#
Kong clinches with his opponent.
Kong wants to take the fight to the mat but For Island manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Kong is looking to break free of the clinch but For Island has double underhooks.
For Island is looking to control Kong's arms but Kong gets an underhook and turns him. Now For Island has his back to the cage. #T3#
For Island misses with a punch to the body.
For Island keeps control of Kong as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Kong tries to break the clinch but For Island is controlling the position. #BC#
Kong's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
For Island clinches with his opponent.
Kong gets underhooks to prevent For Island's takedown attempt.
Kong drops to a knee looking for a takedown but For Island gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Kong prevents the takedown attempt.
#TD2#
For Island pulls guard effortlessly.
Kong wants to pass the guard but For Island is keeping the position.#T4#
Kong is looking to work some ground and pound but For Island has wrist control.
Kong trying to control the position from guard on top but For Island is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kong won't allow For Island to get back to his feet.
Kong trying to control the position from guard on top but For Island is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
For Island is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tai Kong showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kong has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Peter Branson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tai Kong! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 01, 2024 |
#R1#
For Island misses with a hook.
As For Island backs off Lasa throws a huge counter combo but For Island manages to avoid it all.
Lasa connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed For Island momentarily.
Lasa throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lasa swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Lasa scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Lasa blocks a head kick by For Island.
Lasa keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A head kick misses from For Island.
For Island tries for a takedown but Lasa sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Lasa misses with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
For Island fails with a takedown attempt.
For Island will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Too Young For Island. That's going to take a lot out of him.
For Island shoots in and drives through. Lasa sprawls well.#T1#
Lasa throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lasa throws an overhand right that lands on For Island's shoulder, as For Island tries to avoid the shot.
A jab from Lasa does it's job there.
For Island looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lasa is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
For Island takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Lasa keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Lagi Lasa is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
For Island looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
No luck for For Island with that takedown attempt.
Lasa misses with a jab, cross combination.
Lasa jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
For Island bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lasa throws a big shot that misses.#T2#
Lasa throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lasa rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#TD#
and For Island counters with a single leg into guard. Lasa didn't expect that.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
For Island is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Lasa keeping moving, preventing For Island from controlling successfully.
For Island is standing up over Lasa. Lasa looks to escape but For Island dives into side control.
#SUB#
For Island goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Lasa has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for For Island but great work by Lasa.
Lasa gets to mount! For Island was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. #T3#
For Island is working to get back to half guard.
Lasa controlling the position easily from mount.
Lasa can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as For Island is looking to escape.
Lasa prevents For Island from getting the reversal.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
For Island tries to hold on but Lasa postures up.
For Island gets back to half guard.
Lasa wants to stand up but For Island is controlling the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Lagi Lasa dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Lasa throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#TD#
For Island closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
For Island is figuring out what he wants to do next.
For Island works his way into side control.
Lasa wants to get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lasa really doesn't want to stay on the ground with For Island. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Lasa tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
For Island content just to control the position here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Lasa is trying desperately to improve position.
For Island moves to the back. #SUB#
For Island working for a choke but Lasa is defending well.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - For Island's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Too Young For Island overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
Lasa is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #SUB#
Lasa 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 For Island gets his way!
For Island biding his time, controlling Lasa. #SUB#
For Island patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#T3#
Lasa prevents For Island from getting a body triangle.#SUB#
Lasa fending off the submission attempt from For Island.
Lasa wants to escape the position.
Lasa is trying to get back to his feet but For Island has full control of the position and if anything, Lasa has just worked his way into a worse spot.#T4#
For Island scores with a nice shot to the head of his opponent. Lasa is looking for a way out. #SUB#
For Island is working for a rear naked choke. Lasa is not defending it well and For Island has tightened it up quickly! This could be all over! Lasa refuses to tap and goes to sleep, forcing the referee to intervene. A little trickle of blood came out of Lasa's nose as his head slumped to the floor. That is naaaasty!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:31 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Too Young For Island! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 27, 2024 |
#R1#
Lowly is looking to chop away at For Island's legs.
For Island swats away the attempt to clinch by Lowly.#CL#
For Island closes the distance and clinches.
Lowly looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#TD#
For Island ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. For Island no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
For Island working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lowly.
For Island might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Lowly stops For Island from standing up. #SUB#
For Island looking for a guillotine here but Lowly defends easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lowly trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T1##SUB#
For Island has his feet on Lowly's thighs here. He's pushed Lowly off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Lowly screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Too Young For Island! |
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Event:
UIW 10: Road to Champions 4
Date: Feb 09, 2024 |
#R1#
Jones avoids the head kick by For Island.
Jones throws a series of punches but For Island moves out of range.
For Island tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Jones paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Jones lands a nice looking body shot.
For Island closes the distance looking to clinch
and Jones counters with a nice uppercut.
The fight stays on the outside here - For Island looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
For Island changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Jones tries to avoid it but For Island manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Jones to the ground. Jones escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
For Island with a lazy takedown attempt
and Jones counters with a left and a right that stings For Island.
Nice takedown defense from Jones. No joy for For Island on that attempt.
Milo Jones has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Too Young For Island.
Jones connects with a single shot there.
For Island misses with a takedown
and Jones counters with a three punch combo that has For Island backing up. For Island nods at Jones to acknowledge the strikes.#T1#
Jones misses with a few strikes there.
#TD2#
For Island drives through with a takedown into guard.
For Island stays in close to Jones's body and controls the position.
Jones looking to control.
Jones definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Jones on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Jones tries to get out of the position.
Jones looking to hit a scissor sweep but For Island is one step ahead there.
For Island trying to control the position from guard on top but Jones is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jones trying to control the position.
#T2#
Jones keeping full guard, as For Island tries to pass.
Jones is striking off his back. For Island thinks nothing of it though and passes easily into half guard.
For Island wants to stand up but Jones is controlling the position.
Jones is looking to improve his position.
For Island tries to stand but can't do so whilst Jones controls his leg. #T3#
Jones trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Jones is squirming around, avoiding For Island's attempts to control the action.
Jones tries to lock up and control but For Island gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
For Island can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Jones is looking to escape.
For Island takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T4#
For Island landing shots from mount. #SUB2#
For Island looking to isolate an arm here. Jones doesn't see it coming and as For Island extends the arm, he's forced to tap out! Nice submission by For Island!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Too Young For Island! |
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Event:
UIW 6: Road to Champions
Date: Jan 26, 2024 |
#R1#
For Island throws a half hearted mid kick.
And Kaarme tries to counter it with a takedown but For Island pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Kaarme shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts For Island as he jumps to the side.
For Island tries a head kick but it misses.
#CL#
Kaarme gets tackled into the cage by For Island. For Island maintains the clinch. #TD#
For Island has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Kaarme clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!#SUB#
For Island looking to break Kaarme's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Kaarme remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise For Island will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
For Island is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Kaarme felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#SUB#
For Island is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Kaarme has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Kaarme is trying to break free.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
For Island looking for the RNC.
For Island is hanging on to Kaarme's back as he tries to escape.
Kaarme looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T1##SUB#
For Island working for a choke but Kaarme is defending well. #SUB#
For Island is working on the RNC. He looks like he's got it but Kaarme won't tap... Oh, he's out! The ref rips For Island off his unconscious opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Too Young For Island! |
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