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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 111
Date: Oct 19, 2024 |
#R1##TD#
Nova shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB#
Nova is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Nova is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Nova is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Vellitis is looking to control Nova's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Vellitis avoid being mounted?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Nova is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Vellitis as he works his way to full guard.
#SUB2#
Vellitis working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Nova doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Vellitis is tightening it up a little... Nova has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Nova reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Nova taps out! Nice BJJ there by Vellitis!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Marcus Vellitis!
Post fight, Marcus Vellitis took to the microphone: 'I want to thank my sponsors Conquest and BANZAI for supporting me! This proves that i can hold my own here!'. |
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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 98
Date: Sep 21, 2024 |
#R1#
Nova shoots in for a takedown but Freud shows good takedown defense.
Freud looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Freud keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Nova has his takedown stuffed
and Freud cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Sig Freud has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jerimiah Nova.
Freud stuffs the takedown attempt from Nova. Nova gets slowly back to his feet.
Freud misses with a hook. Nova ducked under it nicely.
Nova dives in for a single leg takedown but Freud sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#TD2#
Nova closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Freud is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Nova's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Nova's back!
Nova is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Freud punches Nova on the ear.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Will Freud go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Nova rolls, trying to escape but Freud keeps control of the position.
Freud gets his hooks in and is throwing strikes.
Freud keeps control of the position as Nova tries to break free.
Freud is punishing Nova with strikes - can he finish him?!#T1##SUB#
Freud looking for the RNC.
Nova covers up after that shot from Freud.
Freud has the hooks in. Nova is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Freud scores with some strikes to the side of the head there. Good, points scoring shots.
Freud tries to get the hooks in deep but Nova pushed the leg off.
Nova tries to break free.
Nova keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Freud looking for the RNC.
Freud scores with punches and elbows.
Freud lands a punch that was close to the back of the head but the ref thinks it's OK.
Freud has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Freud scores with punches to the body.
Nova takes a big shot to the side of the head.
Nova trying to control the hands but Freud breaks the grip.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The referee is taking a good look at Nova as he is on the wrong end of some big shots from Freud!
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T2#
Freud throwing damaging strikes from the back! Nova could be in trouble here!
Freud is trying to stick to Nova's back but Nova is turning into Freud. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Freud's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Nova.#SUB#
Freud has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Nova can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Nova wants to pass the guard but Freud is keeping the position.
Freud is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Nova is not content to let Freud control the position.
Freud seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Nova is looking to control Freud's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Nova avoid being mounted?
Freud drops an elbow to the side of Nova's head.
Freud is looking to take a break and control but Nova is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Freud slips a nice elbow through Nova's hands, connecting with Nova's forehead.
Freud seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Freud slips a nice elbow through Nova's hands, connecting with Nova's forehead.#SUB2#
Nova actively working from the bottom here.
Freud lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #SUB#
Freud seems to be working for a kimura but Nova defends the submission attempt.
Freud wants to free his trapped foot but Nova is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Nova wants to control but Freud is keeping busy.
Nova makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Nova.#SUB2#
Freud avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T4#
Freud stands up over Nova, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Freud content to stall in guard here.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Nova can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB2#
Nova is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Freud is aware though and is defending well.
Freud is pushing down on Nova's leg trying to pass to half guard. Nova is fighting to maintain full guard but Freud has managed to sneak the leg through.
Freud is looking to take a break and control but Nova is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Freud scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Nova is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Nova is in trouble now - Freud has advanced to mount!
Freud punishing his opponent with strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sig Freud dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##TD#
Freud decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Freud lands with a punch from half guard.
Freud working Nova over with strikes.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Freud connects with a nice short shot to Nova's temple.
Freud is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nova can do to turn this around?
Freud is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Freud wants to control but Nova is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Freud is looking for a kimura here.
Freud lands strikes from half guard.
Nova really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Freud. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB2#
Nova looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nova has hold of Freud's hands but Freud slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Nova is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Freud scores with a couple of nice shots.
Nova is staying active underneath Freud, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Freud winds up and cracks Nova with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #T1##SUB2#
Nova looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Nova actively working from the bottom here.
Nova is trying to get back to full guard.
Freud keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Nova is in trouble now - Freud has advanced to mount!
Freud lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Nova hang on?
Nova tries to reverse the position but Freud maintains control.
Freud with shots to the head and body - Nova looks very uncomfortable down there.
Freud fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Nova keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Freud content just to control the position here. #T2#
Freud with good strikes from the mount here!
Freud has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Nova's face.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nova is squirming around, avoiding Freud's attempts to control the action.
Nova tries to hold on but Freud postures up.
Freud putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!#SUB#
Freud looking for a guillotine from mount but Nova is having none of it.
Nova is looking to get to half guard.
Freud raining down shots from the mount!
Freud with a couple of short strikes.
Freud lands a heavy elbow.
Nova is looking to get to half guard.#T3#
Freud landing strikes, looking to finish! #ROC#Nova is rocked!
Nova can't escape the position.
Freud scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Freud looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Nova is still in real trouble! Can Freud finish him?
Nova in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Freud connects with a bit shot that sees Nova covering up! More strikes from Freud and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Freud is our winner by TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sig Freud! |
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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 88
Date: Aug 31, 2024 |
#R1#
Laguera misses with a low kick.
Nova will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Nova keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#TD#
Nova gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Nova wants to work for an arm triangle but Laguera is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Laguera is looking to control Nova's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Laguera avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Nova seems to be looking for submissions.
Nova stops Laguera from getting back to his feet.
Laguera looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Nova is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Nova is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Laguera doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Nova. #T1#
Nova is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Laguera reverses the position - he's now on top in Nova's guard. #SUB#
Nova working for submissions but it's allowed Laguera to get to half guard.
Laguera wants to pass the guard but Nova is defending well. #SU2#
Laguera escapes and gets back to his feet.
Laguera closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Laguera moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Jerimiah Nova seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Laguera throws a body punch but Nova moves out of range. #T2#
Laguera throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Laguera lands a body shot.
#TD#
Nova manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Laguera on his heels. He'll look to pass Laguera's guard now, I'm sure.
Nova will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Nova is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Laguera is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Laguera has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB#
Laguera avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Nova looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Nova looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Laguera passes into half guard.
#SUB#
Nova looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T3#
Nova on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Nova looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Nova looking for subs from the bottom but Laguera mounts him!
Nova tries to hold on but Laguera postures up.
Laguera trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Nova is looking to get to half guard.#T4#
Laguera content just to control the position here.
Nova slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Laguera uses his free foot to push down on Nova's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Nova.
Nova is trying desperately to improve position.
Nova is working hard here to advance position.
Nova bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Laguera 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#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Alejandro Laguera dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Laguera leaves Nova with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#TD#
Nova shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Laguera's guard.
Nova postures up.
Laguera looking for a sweep. Not yet Laguera, not yet. #SUB#
Nova drops back, looking for a kneebar! Laguera looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Laguera looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Laguera! #REVB##SU2#
Laguera stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Laguera tries to close the distance and clinch up but Nova swats him away and circles back towards the center.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nova shoots in for a double leg but Laguera sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#TD#
Nova closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Laguera's guard.
Nova won't allow Laguera to get back to his feet.
Laguera is trying to control the position but Nova postures up.
Laguera has control of Nova's left arm, preventing Nova from doing any damage.
Alejandro Laguera has got the better of the ground game so far.
Nova stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Laguera swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Nova is looking to pass into half guard but Laguera pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Laguera is in guard.#REVB##SUB#
Nova looking for subs off his back but Laguera has passed one foot through into half guard.
#SUB#
Nova looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Nova looking for a kimura from the bottom but Laguera passes into side control!
Nova is looking to regain half guard here but Laguera keeps moving and retains side control.
Laguera wants to control but Nova is keeping him busy.
Nova really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T2#
Nova is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Laguera off and has taken his back!#ES2#
Laguera is trying to shake Nova off. He's managed it and has hopped back to his feet! Nova won't be happy about giving up the dominant position.#TD#
Nova shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Laguera manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nova looking to sit in guard and control but Laguera gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Laguera loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB#
Laguera got a little sloppy there for a moment and Nova has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Laguera has managed to get both his arms back between Nova's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Nova is looking for a triangle but Laguera pushes his legs off easily.
Laguera wants to control from the top but Nova keeps moving. #T3#
Laguera advances position into side control!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nova is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Laguera off and has taken his back!#SUB#
Laguera defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
#SUB#
Nova is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Laguera defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Nova definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Laguera is in bad spot here.
#SUB#
Nova is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Laguera knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Laguera for a finish. #T4#
Laguera tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #SUB#
Nova swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Laguera is now in Nova's guard. A big mistake from Nova there, giving up the dominant position! #SUB#
Nova has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Laguera 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 Nova.
Nova is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Laguera's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB#
Nova looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Laguera thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Nova's head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Alejandro Laguera will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Nova closes this distance looking for a takedown but Laguera circles away.
Alejandro Laguera is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Laguera swinging wildly here.
A swing and a miss from Laguera.
Laguera misses with an uppercut. Nova saw that one coming.
Nova has a takedown stuffed.
Laguera has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Laguera displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Laguera scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Nova doesn't seem bothered though.
Laguera connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Nova's hands.
Nova dives in for a single leg takedown but Laguera sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Laguera! But no joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jerimiah Nova. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laguera is trying to break free.
Nova jumps guard but Laguera turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Laguera is pressed up against the cage. Nova has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Laguera down to the mat. Laguera avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Nova fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Laguera avoids it really well and circles away.
Laguera throws a counter combo.#T1#
Nova shoots in looking for a takedown but Laguera manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Nova's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Nova shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Laguera but Laguera pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Nova gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Laguera counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Nova fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Alejandro Laguera is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Laguera throws a body shot but no joy.
Nova staying out of range there.
Laguera throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Laguera looks to land a combination but Nova avoids it well.
Nova ducks right into an uppercut from Laguera.
Laguera misses with an uppercut.
Laguera wants to slow Nova down by chopping away at his legs.
Nova fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Nova is trying hard to land a takedown here. Laguera sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Laguera lands a head shot.#T2#
Nova on the wrong end of a nice hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Laguera walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Nova checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Laguera wants to clinch.
Alejandro Laguera is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#TD#
Nova scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Laguera manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Nova tries for a takedown but Laguera sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#CL2#
Laguera drives through and clinches with Nova against the cage.
Nova tries to pull guard but Laguera won't allow it.
Laguera is trying to break free.
Nova is trying to pull guard but Laguera has him pressed against the cage.
Nova goes for a takedown attempt but Laguera pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#T3#
A left and a right from Laguera both land. Nice combination.
Nova looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Laguera is fending him off so far but Nova persists. Nope, Laguera circles away and we're back to standing.
Laguera throws out a counter right but Nova avoids it with no problem.
Laguera throws a low kick but Nova moves out of range easily.
Nova drops down looking for a counter takedown but Laguera sprawls and moves away.
Laguera scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#CL2#
Laguera clinches up with Nova and pushes him back against the cage.#TD#
Nova jumps guard and drags Laguera to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Nova keeping moving, preventing Laguera from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Nova has an active guard here but Laguera has managed to pass into half guard.
Laguera is keen to just control but Nova is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Nova looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4#
Nova is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Nova looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Laguera wants to stand up but Nova has a hold of him and won't allow it. #SUB#
Nova looking for submissions off his back.
Nova trying to control but Laguera postures up.
Nova on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Nova tries to get out of the position.#SUB#
Nova looking for submissions off his back.
And that's the end of the fight!
Alejandro Laguera comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Laguera 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 Daniel Bishop scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alejandro Laguera! |
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Event:
BB-8
Date: Jul 01, 2024 |
#R1#
Malm scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Nice uppercut there from Malm.
Nova has his takedown stuffed#CL#
and Malm counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Malm.
Nova tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Malm just stands there and leans against the cage.
Malm lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Nova is trying to drag Malm to the mat but Malm just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Roger Malm has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jerimiah Nova.
Malm works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Malm lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Malm softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Malm gets through Nova's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Malm softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Malm lands on the inside with an uppercut. #TD2#
Nova jumps guard and drags Malm to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Malm wants to control from the top but Nova keeps moving. #SUB#
Malm is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Malm forces his way into half guard.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T1##SUB#
Malm is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Nova is just riding it out for now. Malm eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Malm is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Malm is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Nova defends it well. #SUB2#
Nova looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Malm is trying to control. Nova wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Malm is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Nova!
Nova 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.#T2##SUB#
Malm is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Nova doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Malm. #SUB2#
Nova actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Nova looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Nova looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Nova is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB#
Malm is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Nova looking for subs from the bottom but Malm mounts him!
Nova is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T3#
Malm trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB#
Malm with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Nova is in all sorts of trouble here.
#SUB#
Nova defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Malm.
Nova wants to control but Malm is having none of it.#SUB#
Malm looking for a guillotine from mount but Nova is having none of it. #SUB#
Malm is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Nova has managed to escape the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Malm is working for a guillotine from mount but Nova frees his head quite easily.
#T4#
Nova tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Nova keeps trying to improve his position.
Nova wants to control but Malm is having none of it.#SUB#
Malm looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#SU#
Malm stands up from the dominant position, so we're back on the feet.
Malm scores with a punch to the head.
Malm scores with a nice right hand.
Nova takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A decent looking cross lands there for Malm.#T5##TD2#
Nova shoots in and gets a takedown into Malm's guard.
Nova trying to control the position from guard on top but Malm is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Malm had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Nova defends it easily.#SUB#
Malm is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Nova is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Malm is looking for a triangle but Nova pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Malm is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Nova defends well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Malm looking for a guillotine here but Nova defends easily.
Nova wants to pass the guard but Malm is keeping the position.
Malm keeping moving, preventing Nova from controlling successfully. #T6##SUB#
Nova is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Malm has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Nova is looking to defend but Malm has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Nova! Malm pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Nova taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Roger Malm! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 14, 2024 |
#R1##TD2#
Nova is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Freud's half guard.#SUB2#
Nova is trying for a kimura here. Freud looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Nova wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Jerimiah Nova!
A relieved looking Jerimiah Nova 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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