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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 85
Date: Aug 24, 2024 |
#R1#
Visagie tries to score a power double leg takedown but Denver sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Visagie somewhat.
Denver tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Nice sprawl there from Denver as Visagie shoots in.
Visagie looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL2#
Denver moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Denver gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Denver trying to mount his opponent but Visagie defends it.
Denver is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Visagie tries to get to full guard but Denver has control of the leg.
Visagie has hold of Denver's hands but Denver slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T1#
Visagie taking some punishment here, with Denver in his half guard.
Visagie is staying active underneath Denver, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Denver seems to be looking for submissions.
Denver trying to pass the guard but Visagie defending well.
Denver wants to stand up but Visagie is controlling the position.
#SUB2#
Denver 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.
Denver slips a nice elbow through Visagie's hands, connecting with Visagie's forehead.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Denver is taking a breather. Visagie 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.#SUB2#
Denver is working for a submission of some sort.
Denver throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Denver lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Denver scoring with strikes to the body and head. #SUB2#
Denver wants to work for an arm triangle but Visagie is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Denver working Visagie over with strikes. #T3#
Denver is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Visagie is not content to let Denver control the position.#SUB2#
Denver is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Visagie is just riding it out for now. Denver eventually gives up the hold.
Visagie is looking to control Denver's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Visagie avoid being mounted?
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Visagie is refusing to be controlled, as Denver sits in half guard.
We've been informed that Denver has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Visagie trying to hold on to Denver's head to control him but Denver postures up.
#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Denver working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Denver drops an elbow to the side of Visagie's head.
Denver lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Denver seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Visagie does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Visagie tries to get to full guard but Denver has control of the leg.
Visagie is refusing to be controlled, as Denver sits in half guard.
Denver working the head and body with strikes.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Denver is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Visagie doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Denver.
Denver thows a huge punch but Visagie dodges it nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Joe Denver dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Visagie has a takedown stuffed.#TD2#
Denver drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Denver scores with punches from side control.
Visagie tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Denver has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2#
Denver tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Visagie wants to control but Denver postures up.#T1#
Visagie gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Denver is working for a kimura but Visagie is defending it quite comfortably.
Joe Denver has got the better of the ground game so far.
Visagie is not content to let Denver control the position.
Denver trying to control the pace.
Denver looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Visagie with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Visagie is not content to let Denver control the position.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Denver is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Visagie defends it well. #SUB2#
Visagie is defending against the submission attempts here by Denver.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Denver is looking for a kimura but Visagie is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Denver to get the leverage.
Denver landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #SUB2#
Denver trying to work for an americana but Visagie has managed to regain full guard.
Denver passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Denver lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Visagie down.
#T3#
Visagie is trying to improve his position.
Denver trying to control the position but Visagie is working away.
Denver tries to stand but Visagie is controlling his head.
Visagie manages to get back to half guard.
Denver wants to free his trapped foot but Visagie is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Denver drops an elbow to the side of Visagie's head.
Visagie is trying to stand up here but Denver is controlling him well. #SUB2#
Denver is working for a kimura but Visagie is defending it quite comfortably.
#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Denver is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Visagie taking some punishment here, with Denver in his half guard.
Visagie wants to get back to full guard.
Denver is just content to waste time from the top position. Visagie takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Visagie wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Visagie is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Denver tries to land a sweep but no joy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Joe Denver showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Denver bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#SUB2#
Denver in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Visagie is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Joe Denver! |
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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 69
Date: Jul 27, 2024 |
#R1##CL#
Denver rushes Kacie and presses him up against the cage.#TD#
Denver has Kacie pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Denver pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Kacie tumbling to the mat - Denver dives into Kacie's guard.
Denver won't allow Kacie to sweep him here.
Denver missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Denver trying to control the position from guard on top but Kacie is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kacie keeping full guard, as Denver tries to pass.
Denver preventing the sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Denver pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kacie is keeping the position for now.
Kacie is trying to keep Denver in close.
Kacie has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Grapple. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Denver being controlled here momentarily.
Denver wants to pass the guard but Kacie is keeping the position.#T1#
Denver works over Kacie with some ground and pound from guard.
Denver tries to free his leg and advance position but Kacie is retaining full guard.
Kacie 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.
Kacie has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Denver throwing strikes from guard but Kacie blocks nicely.
Denver in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Denver is in close to Kacie's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Kacie bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Denver's guard. #REVB#
Denver looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Kacie makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Kacie working some strikes from top position.
Denver trying to keep a closed guard but Kacie is proving a slippery customer.
Kacie in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kacie postures up in Denver's guard and throws a big left but Denver blocks it.
Denver will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Kacie throws an elbow that misses. Denver uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Kacie's guard. Nice move by Denver!#REVR#
Kacie preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Denver preventing the sweep.
Kacie controls Denver momentarily but Denver frees himself.
Kacie pulls Denver in close to prevent any damage. #T3#
Denver trying to control but Kacie is working from the bottom.
Denver throwing strikes from guard but Kacie blocks nicely.
Denver wants to control from the top but Kacie keeps moving.
Denver preventing the sweep.
Kacie bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Denver's guard. #REVB#
Kacie is in close to Denver's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Kacie postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kacie postures up in Denver's guard and throws a big left but Denver blocks it. #T4#
Kacie wants to control from the top but Denver keeps moving.
Denver preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Kacie is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Denver is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Denver has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Denver is looking to work some ground and pound but Kacie has wrist control.
Denver working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Kacie pulls Denver in close to prevent any damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Denver is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Joe Denver dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2##TD2#
Kacie closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Denver did well to prevent Kacie getting side control.#SUB2#
Kacie is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Denver has managed to free his arm - good work.
Kacie is trying to control the action in half guard but Denver is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Denver is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kacie throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB2#
Kacie is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Denver as he works his way to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Denver keeping moving, preventing Kacie from controlling successfully.
Kacie postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T1#
Kacie is looking to work some ground and pound but Denver has wrist control.
Denver avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kacie postures up.
Kacie stops Denver from standing up.
Kacie looking to pass the guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kacie's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Kacie scoring with punches to the head and body.
Kacie cracks Denver with a solid left hand.
Kacie is in close to Denver's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Kacie postures up in Denver's guard and throws a big left but Denver blocks it. #T2#
Kacie wants to control from the top but Denver keeps moving.
Kacie with a nice head shot there.#ROC2#Denver is rocked!
Kacie wants to control from the top but Denver keeps moving.
Kacie distracts Denver with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Oh Denver is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Denver is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Denver seems to have got his legs back now.
Kacie has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kacie looking for a sweep. Not yet Kacie, not yet.
Kacie is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Kacie wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Denver has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Kacie lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##T3#
Denver wants to sweep but no luck.
Denver preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kacie working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kacie throws a big right hand that misses.
Kacie throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Denver works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Denver utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kacie working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Denver working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kacie.
Kacie postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Kacie working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kacie loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Denver on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Denver tries to get out of the position.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Kacie working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Kacie throwing strikes from guard but Denver blocks nicely. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Kacie fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Denver avoids it really well and circles away.
Horrible takedown attempt by Kacie or perhaps it was just good defense by Denver, which made it look bad.
Denver appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#TD#
Denver shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Denver was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kacie is trying to control Denver's posture but Denver avoids it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Helo Kacie showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Kacie shoots in for a takedown but Denver shows good takedown defense.
Denver tries to counter with a takedown but Kacie is quick to defend against it.#TD2#
Kacie dives in and scores a takedown into Denver's guard.#SUB2#
Kacie drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Denver manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Kacie has Denver in his guard.#REVR#
Denver trying to control but Kacie is working from the bottom.
Kacie 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.
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 Kacie is on top in guard.
#REVB##T1#
Kacie stops Denver from standing up.
Kacie throwing strikes from guard but Denver blocks nicely.
Kacie loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kacie trying to control but Denver is working from the bottom.
Kacie landing some decent shots from guard.
Kacie trying to control but Denver is working from the bottom.
Kacie throws a big elbow that misses. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kacie postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kacie lands a couple of elbows.
Kacie stands up over Denver, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Kacie throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Denver works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Kacie in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kacie lands a couple of digs.
Kacie is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Kacie working some strikes from top position.
Kacie trying to control but Denver is working from the bottom.
Denver wants to stand but Kacie is controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T3#
Denver lands a right hook to the body.
#TD2#
Kacie manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Denver on his heels. He'll look to pass Denver's guard now, I'm sure.
Denver wants to sweep but no luck.
Denver keeping moving, preventing Kacie from controlling successfully.
Denver keeping full guard, as Kacie tries to pass.
Kacie in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kacie loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T4#
Kacie keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Denver's head.
Kacie with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kacie trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB2#
Kacie is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Denver is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Denver has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Denver throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kacie works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Kacie bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Denver's guard. #REVB#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Denver is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Helo Kacie has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kacie content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
And that's the end of the fight!
Helo Kacie comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Kacie has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. 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 Trevor Gratis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Helo Kacie! |
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Event:
BC FIGHT NIGHT 7
Date: May 08, 2024 |
#R1#
Raeav misses with a head kick.
Raeav fails with the takedown#CL2#
and Denver counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Raeav is working for takedown but Denver is calmly controlling the position for now.#TD2#
Denver has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Raeav regains guard immediately.
Denver passes into half guard.
Denver thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Denver passes the guard and advances to mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Raeav tries to reverse the position but Denver maintains control.
Denver wants to control the pace but Raeav is squirming around nicely. #T1#
Denver working the ground and pound effectively.
Denver scores with a couple of good head shots there.
#SUB2#
Denver working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #SUB2#
Denver wants to finish this one by submission but Raeav is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Denver.
Raeav 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.
Denver is keen to just control but Raeav is a slippery customer.
Denver with the ground and pound but Raeav uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Denver postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Denver looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T2#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Denver's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Denver controls from within his opponent's guard.
Raeav has a closed guard, preventing Denver from standing up.
Denver with a flurry of punches that miss.
Denver trying to control but Raeav is working from the bottom. #T3#
Raeav managing to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Denver trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Denver trying to control but Raeav is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Raeav swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#TD2#
Denver shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Raeav is trying to defend but Denver finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Raeav is not content to let Denver control the position.
Raeav gets full guard.
Denver looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T4#
Raeav has his hands on Denver's head, controlling the position.
Denver wants to pass the guard but Raeav is keeping the position.
Denver working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Raeav lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Raeav accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Raeav controlling from the top position.
Raeav trying to control but Denver is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Joe Denver dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Raeav dives in for a single leg takedown but Denver sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Denver tries for a takedown but Raeav manages to get underhooks.
#TD2#
Denver gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Raeav is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Denver's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Denver's back!
Raeav biding his time, controlling Denver. #SUB#
Raeav looking to break Denver's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Denver remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Raeav will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Raeav working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Denver is holding onto Raeav's left hand, preventing any choke attempts.#T1#
Raeav gets his hands free as Denver looks to control.
Denver staying busy and making it hard for Raeav to control.
Denver breaks Raeav's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Denver won't allow Raeav to sweep him here.
Denver has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Raeav preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB#
Raeav is looking for a triangle but Denver pushes his legs off easily.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Raeav keeping moving, preventing Denver from controlling successfully. #T2#
Denver cracks Raeav with a solid left hand.
Denver is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Raeav controls Denver momentarily but Denver frees himself.
Denver connects with a couple of short punches.
Raeav seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Denver postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Denver looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Denver is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Raeav with a lazy takedown attempt
and Denver counters with a series of strikes that really hurt Raeav! The ref looks into his eyes and sees nobody home - he's called the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Joe Denver! |
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Event:
STC12| GP Losers Round 3
Date: Mar 24, 2024 |
#R1#
Lopez throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Denver changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Lopez avoids a punch combination nicely.
Lopez swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Denver tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lopez lands a jab to the head.
#CUT#It looks like Joe Denver has been cut.
Lopez throws an overhand right that lands on Denver's shoulder, as Denver tries to avoid the shot.
Denver on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Denver with a poor takedown
and Lopez counters with a big right hand! Oh Denver is in trouble here! Lopez follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Diego Lopez!
Diego Lopez bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 07, 2024 |
#R1#
Kones throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Denver counters with a one-two to the body.
Masa Kones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kones misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Denver looks to throw the jab but Kones is out of range. #TD#
Denver darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Denver slows the pace down in half guard.
Kones is staying active underneath Denver, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Denver throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB#
Kones is defending against the submission attempts here by Denver.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Denver in particular looking to stall.#SUB#
Denver seems to be looking for submissions.
Denver is looking to take a break and control but Kones is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Denver keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Denver frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #SUB#
Denver is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Kones to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Kones shrugs it off. #SUB#
Denver is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Kones can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Denver throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Denver pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.#T3#
Denver thowing shots but they're missing.
Denver trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Kones holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Denver tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
#SUB#
Denver is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Kones is surviving well by controlling Denver's body position as best he can.
Kones is squirming around, avoiding Denver's attempts to control the action.
The referee warns Kones that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
#T4#
Denver won't let Kones get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
Denver dominating with strikes here.
Denver cracks Kones with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Denver lands a nice shot to the head. #ROC#Kones is rocked!
Denver drops a big elbow. That's hurt Kones! More shots from Denver and the ref steps in! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Joe Denver! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 01, 2024 |
#R1##TD#
Denver closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Itagaki did well to prevent Denver getting side control.#SUB#
Denver seems to be looking for submissions.
Itagaki is looking to control Denver's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Itagaki avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Itagaki looking for submissions off his back.
Denver drops an elbow to the side of Itagaki's head. #SUB#
Denver seems to be working for a kimura but Itagaki defends the submission attempt.
Itagaki trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB#
Denver is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Itagaki is just riding it out for now. Denver eventually gives up the hold.
Denver prevents Itagaki from improving his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Itagaki is defending against the submission attempts here by Denver.
Itagaki is looking to control Denver's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Itagaki avoid being mounted?#T1#
Denver looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Itagaki wants to control but Denver is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Denver is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Itagaki doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Denver.
Itagaki is looking for a sweep. Denver is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Itagaki actively working from the bottom here.
Denver working Itagaki over with strikes. #SUB2#
Itagaki looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Itagaki is looking to control Denver's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Itagaki avoid being mounted?
Denver lands strikes from half guard.#T2#
Denver takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#SUB2#
Itagaki looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Itagaki wants to improve his position but Denver is controlling well.
Denver lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Denver drops an elbow to the side of Itagaki's head. #SUB2#
Itagaki 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 Denver. Oh but Itagaki has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Denver goes limp - he's gone! Itagaki jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Seishiro Itagaki!
An out of breath Seishiro Itagaki 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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