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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 115
Date: Nov 02, 2024 |
#R1#
The fighters circling - Mfer throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mfer connects with a right hand. Gorilla shakes it off.
Mfer avoids the body shot from Gorilla.
Mfer leaves Gorilla with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#TD#
Gorilla shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Mfer napping and manages to drive through into side control!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gorilla working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mfer is not content to let Gorilla control the position. #T1#
Mfer is looking to regain half guard here but Gorilla keeps moving and retains side control.
Mfer is not content to let Gorilla control the position.
Gorilla working away.
Gorilla creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Mfer sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #SUB#
Gorilla tries for a kimura but Mfer is defending well. #SUB#
Gorilla swings around for an armbar but Mfer sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Gorilla's guard.#T2##SUB#
Gorilla is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Mfer controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Gorilla looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Mfer preventing the sweep.
Mfer is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T3#
Mfer wants to get up but he can't break Gorilla's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Mfer stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gorilla swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gorilla looking to hit a scissor sweep but Mfer is one step ahead there.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Gorilla wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Gorilla looks to throw the jab but Mfer is out of range. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Gorilla shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Mfer as he avoids it easily.
Gorilla dives in for a single leg takedown but Mfer sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Mfer throws out a counter right but Gorilla avoids it with no problem.
Gorilla definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Magilla Gorilla. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gorilla blocks a body shot from Mfer. #TD#
Gorilla lands a takedown into guard.
Mfer pulls Gorilla in to control the position.
Gorilla landing with the ground and pound.
Gorilla advances position into side control!#SUB#
Gorilla goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Mfer rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Gorilla's guard! Nice work there by Mfer!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mfer stays in close to Gorilla's body and controls the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Mickey Mfer will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Gorilla tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Mfer connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Gorilla throws a jab but it's blocked by Mfer.
Gorilla tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Mfer swivels and escapes.
Mfer looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Mfer connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#CUT2#It looks like Magilla Gorilla has been cut.
Mfer throws a hook but Gorilla avoids it easily.
Mfer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Gorilla manages to avoid it.
Mfer misses with a body shot.
Gorilla feinted with a counter takedown.
Mfer misses with a hook. Gorilla ducked under it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gorilla fails to land the takedown.
Gorilla fails with the takedown
and Mfer counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Magilla Gorilla. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Gorilla shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A cross from Mfer lands.
Gorilla tries for a takedown but Mfer circles away easily
and Mfer counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Gorilla gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Mfer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Gorilla gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Mfer counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Gorilla looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Gorilla moves away from the strike by Mfer. #T2#
Gorilla doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Mfer counters with a straight right hand.
Mfer defending well as Gorilla loads up on a big left hand. #TD#
Gorilla fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Mfer to the ground. Gorilla is now in Mfer's guard.
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!
Mfer keeping moving, preventing Gorilla from controlling successfully.
Mfer pulls Gorilla in close to his closed guard and prevents Gorilla from doing any damage or advancing position.
Mfer keeping moving, preventing Gorilla from controlling successfully. #T3##SUB#
Gorilla thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Mfer holds on and takes a little breather. #SUB#
Gorilla 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.
Mfer pulls Gorilla in close to his closed guard and prevents Gorilla from doing any damage or advancing position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Gorilla tries to clinch up.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Gorilla fails in his attempt to clinch.
Gorilla moves away from the strike by Mfer.
Gorilla tries to clinch but Mfer is having none of it. #CL#
Gorilla has managed to clinch.
Gorilla is trying to pull guard but Mfer has him pressed against the cage.
Gorilla has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Mfer after a bit of a struggle.
Mfer softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Mfer pushes Gorilla back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Mfer.
Mfer lands a body shot.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gorilla jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Mfer walks away with a smile on his face. Gorilla gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Gorilla blocks a jab.
Gorilla is looking to counter the offense by Mfer and move into the clinch.
Magilla Gorilla seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gorilla slips a jab from Mfer.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mickey Mfer showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Magilla Gorilla's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Mfer slips under a jab from Gorilla.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mfer! But no joy.
Magilla Gorilla has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A slow jab from Mfer misses its intended target.
Mfer swats away the attempt to clinch by Gorilla.
Mfer might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Mfer leaves Gorilla with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Mfer looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Gorilla with a nice cross.
Mickey Mfer seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mfer throws a hook to the side of Gorilla's head but Gorilla sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mfer lands a jab-cross combination.
Gorilla closes the distance and clinches up with Mfer, looking for a takedown. Gorilla pushes Mfer against the cage but Mfer circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Mfer looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T1#
Mfer blocks a jab.
Gorilla shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Magilla Gorilla. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mfer slips under a jab.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mfer! But no joy.
Gorilla misses with a hook.
Gorilla shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Mfer pinned against the cage. Mfer gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Mfer looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Gorilla closes the distance and clinches up with Mfer, looking for a takedown. Gorilla pushes Mfer against the cage but Mfer circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Gorilla has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Mfer finds it's way round the side to connect with Gorilla's head.
Jab, jab by Mfer - just one landing.
Mfer throws a shot from downtown. Gorilla moves away and avoids it.#T2#
Gorilla misses with a hook to the body
and Mfer counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Gorilla misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
A little jabbing left from Mfer on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Gorilla takes one to the side of the head.
Gorilla slips a straight right by Mfer.
Mfer throws a series of punches but Gorilla avoids them all with ease.
The fighters circling - Mfer throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Gorilla appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gorilla moves away from the strike by Mfer.
Gorilla fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Mfer avoids it really well and circles away.#T3#
Gorilla moves away from the strike by Mfer.
Gorilla tries for a takedown but Mfer circles away easily
and Mfer counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Mfer thuds his right hand into Gorilla's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#CUT2#Magilla Gorilla's cut is getting worse.
Mfer keeps the fight on the outside.
Gorilla goes for a double leg but Mfer avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Mfer continues to drive forward.#TD#
Gorilla pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB#
Gorilla throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Mfer is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T4##SUB#
Gorilla looking for a guillotine here but Mfer defends easily.
Mfer pushes down on Gorilla's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Mfer tries to pass the half guard into mount. Gorilla knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mickey Mfer comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Mfer winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 28:30
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 28:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mickey Mfer!
After winning the bout, Mickey Mfer thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 97
Date: Sep 21, 2024 |
#R1#
Banner throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #CL2#
Gorilla gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Banner can't break the clinch.
Gorilla jumps guard but Banner stands there with Gorilla around his waist. Gorilla gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Gorilla looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Gorilla goes for a takedown in the clinch but Banner prevents it.
Gorilla tries to pull guard but Banner won't allow it.
Lamont Banner has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Magilla Gorilla.
Gorilla tries to pull guard but Banner holds him up against the cage and eventually Gorilla drops back down to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Gorilla gets control of Banner's arms and successfully pulls guard. Gorilla will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Gorilla not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T1##SUB2#
Gorilla is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Banner is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Gorilla looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Gorilla looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Gorilla is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Banner has his hands clasped together but Gorilla extends and breaks Banner's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Gorilla.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Magilla Gorilla! |
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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 87
Date: Aug 31, 2024 |
#R1##CL2#
Gorilla clinches with his opponent.
#TD#
Magyar is trying to trip Gorilla. He has hold of a leg but Gorilla is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Magyar persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Magyar sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Gorilla looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magyar missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Magyar tries to free his leg and advance position but Gorilla is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Gorilla looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Gorilla throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magyar stopping the sweep attempt from Gorilla.#SUB#
Magyar drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Magyar jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T1#
Magyar is stalling in the full guard.
Magyar definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Gorilla controls Magyar momentarily but Magyar frees himself.
Magyar controlling from the top position.
Gorilla working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Magyar. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Magyar is pushing down on Gorilla's leg trying to pass to half guard. Gorilla is fighting to maintain full guard but Magyar has managed to sneak the leg through.
Magyar looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Magyar content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Gorilla gets back to full guard.
Magyar is in close to Gorilla's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Magyar has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Gorilla working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Magyar doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Magyar manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Magyar looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Magyar controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Magyar postures up and lands a big shot to Gorilla's brow.
Magyar stopping the sweep attempt from Gorilla.
Magyar working some strikes from top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gorilla keeping full guard, as Magyar tries to pass.
Magyar content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Gorilla keeping moving, preventing Magyar from controlling successfully.
Magyar connects with a couple of short punches.#T4#
Gorilla looking to control.
Magyar wants to control from the top but Gorilla keeps moving.
Magyar is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Magyar is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Gorilla is trying to keep Magyar in close.
Magyar advances position into side control!
Magyar is chipping away with strikes.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Magyar working the body and head with strikes.
Gorilla is not content to let Magyar control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mate Magyar dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Magyar keeps the fight on the outside.#TD#
Magyar scores with a takedown into Gorilla's guard.
Magyar trying to control the position from guard on top but Gorilla is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gorilla wants to hit a sweep here but Magyar passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Gorilla there!
Gorilla gets back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gorilla controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Gorilla is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Magyar scores with a couple of nice shots.#T1#
Gorilla is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Magyar not doing much here.
Magyar landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Magyar prevents Gorilla from improving his position.
Magyar lands strikes from half guard.
Magyar controlling the action here.
Gorilla wants to improve his position but Magyar is controlling well.
#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Magyar landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Gorilla has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Magyar is working away from the top position though.
Gorilla wants to get back to full guard.
Magyar takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Gorilla is refusing to be controlled, as Magyar sits in half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Magyar lands a nice short elbow.
Magyar looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Gorilla with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Magyar trying to control from half guard but Gorilla is working away. #T3#
Magyar is really struggling to control Gorilla but he's trying to hold on to the position.#SUB#
Gorilla is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Magyar has latched onto it... Big trouble! Magyar pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Gorilla is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Magyar!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:32 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mate Magyar!
An out of breath Mate Magyar thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 68
Date: Jul 27, 2024 |
#R1#
De Rabat tests Gorilla's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Gorilla shoots and misses
enabling De Rabat to counter with a crisp jab.
De Rabat keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#CL2#
Gorilla moves into the clinch.
De Rabat is pressed up against the cage. Gorilla has hold of a leg and is looking to drag De Rabat down to the mat. De Rabat avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Gorilla closes the distance and pushes De Rabat back into the cage.#TD2#
Gorilla is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. De Rabat can't fight it off and eventually Gorilla manages to take the fight to the floor. De Rabat looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Gorilla trying to control the position from guard on top but De Rabat is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gorilla landing with the ground and pound.
Gorilla wants to pass the guard but De Rabat is keeping the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Gorilla being controlled here momentarily.
De Rabat looking for a sweep. Not yet De Rabat, not yet.
Gorilla sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Gorilla wants to pass the guard but De Rabat is keeping the position.
De Rabat wants to sweep but no luck.
De Rabat 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#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Gorilla postures up.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
De Rabat looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
De Rabat throws a right hand that misses
#TD2#
and Gorilla counters with a shoot takedown. De Rabat fights it but they end up in guard.
De Rabat keeping moving, preventing Gorilla from controlling successfully.
Gorilla throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as De Rabat works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Gorilla stopping the sweep attempt from De Rabat.
De Rabat preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T3#
Gorilla slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Gorilla working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Gorilla looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
De Rabat looking for a sweep. Not yet De Rabat, not yet.
Gorilla trying to control the position from guard on top but De Rabat is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Gorilla throws a predictable looking body shot
and De Rabat counters with a nice low kick that buckles Gorilla's knee momentarily.#TD2#
Gorilla closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
De Rabat trying to control but Gorilla postures up.
Gorilla slows the pace down in half guard. #T4#
The fighters are battling for position here. De Rabat manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Gorilla throws a big right hand that misses.
De Rabat is controlling Gorilla's posture.
Gorilla wants to control from the top but De Rabat keeps moving.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
De Rabat looking for a sweep. Not yet De Rabat, not yet.
Gorilla throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as De Rabat works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Magilla Gorilla dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Gorilla takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Gorilla tries to clinch there but De Rabat circles away.
De Rabat is looking to score with low kicks.
Gorilla ducks under a wild hook from De Rabat.
Magilla Gorilla seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
De Rabat slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Gorilla has his takedown stuffed
letting De Rabat counter with a right hand. #CL2#
Gorilla clinches up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Rabat wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#TD2#
Gorilla has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics De Rabat uses from the top position.
De Rabat is looking to pass into half guard but Gorilla pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Gorilla is in guard.#REVB#
De Rabat is pulling down on Gorilla's head to control his posture. #T1#
Gorilla looking to pass the guard.
Gorilla throws an elbow that misses. De Rabat uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Gorilla's guard. Nice move by De Rabat!#REVR#
De Rabat passes easily into side control. Nice work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
De Rabat trying to control the position but Gorilla is working away.
Gorilla is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Gorilla is still trying to improve position.#T2#
Gorilla is not content to let De Rabat control the position.
Gorilla is looking to reverse the position.#T3#
Gorilla can't do much from the bottom here.
Gorilla is looking to reverse the position.
Gorilla manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Gorilla is trying to get back to full guard.
Gorilla gets back to full guard.
De Rabat trying to stand up but can't free himself from Gorilla's guard.#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.
Gorilla bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in De Rabat's guard. #REVB#
Gorilla passes De Rabat's left leg - he's now in half guard.
De Rabat slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Gorilla throws an elbow that misses. De Rabat uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Gorilla's guard. Nice move by De Rabat!#REVR#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gorilla has control of De Rabat's left arm, preventing De Rabat from doing any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Augier De Rabat will probably get the nod.
That's time! De Rabat's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
De Rabat throws a body punch but Gorilla moves out of range.
Gorilla throws a hook but De Rabat blocks it.#CL2#
Gorilla moves into the clinch.#BC#
De Rabat escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Gorilla wants to clinch
and De Rabat counters with a nice leg kick.
De Rabat looks to land a right hand but Gorilla moved out of range.
De Rabat misses with a body shot.
Gorilla is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Rabat ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
De Rabat ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
De Rabat stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and De Rabat wants it to stay on the feet.#TD2#
Gorilla shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. De Rabat manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#T1#
De Rabat trying to control the position.
Gorilla trying to control the position from guard on top but De Rabat is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gorilla preventing the sweep.
De Rabat keeping moving, preventing Gorilla from controlling successfully.
De Rabat is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Gorilla scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
De Rabat keeping full guard, as Gorilla tries to pass.
De Rabat is adopting a defensive guard.
Gorilla pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. De Rabat is keeping the position for now. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Gorilla moves to clinch but De Rabat breaks away
and De Rabat counters with a left to the body.
Gorilla looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T3#
De Rabat throws out a loose jab but Gorilla uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gorilla on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Gorilla has his takedown stuffed
and De Rabat counters with a straight right hand.
Augier De Rabat has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Magilla Gorilla.
Gorilla wants to clinch but De Rabat slips to the side
and De Rabat counters with a lovely straight right hand!
That kick from De Rabat tenderised Gorilla's leg. Gorilla is trying to keep his angry face on.
A jab from De Rabat misses.
Gorilla fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
De Rabat fires out a quick counter leg kick but Gorilla just manages to avoid it.
Gorilla staying out of range there.
De Rabat turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T4#
De Rabat lands with a nice body punch.
De Rabat lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Gorilla gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and De Rabat counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The fighters circling - Gorilla throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Gorilla fails with the takedown
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
De Rabat throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Gorilla counters with a takedown into side control.
You can see the frustration on De Rabat's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
De Rabat is looking to regain half guard here but Gorilla keeps moving and retains side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Augier De Rabat clearly takes that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R4#
Gorilla blocks a jab.#CL2#
Gorilla clinches up against the cage.
Gorilla is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but De Rabat is defending well.#BC#
De Rabat breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
De Rabat uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Gorilla has time to react.
Gorilla on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
De Rabat throws a hook to the side of Gorilla's head but Gorilla sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
And Gorilla tries to counter it with a takedown but De Rabat pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Gorilla tries to clinch but De Rabat moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gorilla checks a leg kick.
De Rabat lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
De Rabat fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T1#
De Rabat throws a low kick but it's checked well by Gorilla.
Gorilla throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
De Rabat is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
The crowd cheers as Gorilla lands an impressive looking overhand right. De Rabat doesn't seem phased though.
Gorilla throws an off balance right hand
and De Rabat counters with a straight right hand.
De Rabat thows a leg kick but Gorilla checks it #TD2#
and Gorilla counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
De Rabat keeping hold of Gorilla's head, controlling as best he can.
De Rabat manages to get to full guard.
Gorilla trying to control the position from guard on top but De Rabat is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Gorilla keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of De Rabat's head.
Gorilla is looking to work some ground and pound but De Rabat has wrist control.
De Rabat keeping moving, preventing Gorilla from controlling successfully.
De Rabat working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Gorilla.
Gorilla wants to control from the top but De Rabat keeps moving.
De Rabat wants to sweep here but Gorilla controlling him for the moment. #T3#
De Rabat is trying to control the position but Gorilla postures up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
De Rabat defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Gorilla.
De Rabat is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#CL2#
Gorilla moves into the clinch successfully.
#BC#
De Rabat breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Gorilla shoots in but De Rabat avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Augier De Rabat has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Magilla Gorilla.
De Rabat throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
De Rabat misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gorilla.
De Rabat throws a low kick but Gorilla avoids it.#T4#
De Rabat throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Augier De Rabat is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Gorilla pushes De Rabat up against the cage in a clinch.
Gorilla is working for takedown but De Rabat is calmly controlling the position for now.
Gorilla wants to take the fight to the mat but De Rabat manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Gorilla taking a breather.
Gorilla tries to score a body lock takedown but De Rabat shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
De Rabat tries a body shot but Gorilla blocks it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#BC#
De Rabat breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2#
Gorilla has De Rabat up against the cage in a clinch.
Gorilla keeps control of De Rabat as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Augier De Rabat had his way with Magilla Gorilla in that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Good work by Gorilla as he checks the leg kick.
Magilla Gorilla has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Gorilla fails with a takedown attempt.
De Rabat fires out a quick counter leg kick but Gorilla just manages to avoid it.
De Rabat lands with a hook. Gorilla tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #CL2#
Gorilla forces De Rabat back against the cage and clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Rabat gets underhooks to prevent Gorilla's takedown attempt.
Gorilla keeps the fight in the clinch, despite De Rabat's efforts to push away.
Gorilla is looking for a takedown.
Augier De Rabat has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Magilla Gorilla.#T1##BC#
De Rabat breaks the clinch.
De Rabat connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
De Rabat lands a right hook to the body.
Gorilla swings away with a body shot that misses
and De Rabat counters with a lovely shot to the body.
De Rabat fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Gorilla on the side of the head.
De Rabat throws a front kick aimed at Gorilla's knee but Gorilla avoids it well.
Gorilla with the counter takedown but De Rabat avoids it easily.
De Rabat tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gorilla was well out of range. Poor timing from De Rabat.
Gorilla walks into a left hand.
Gorilla avoids the body shot from De Rabat.
De Rabat scores with a leg kick.
#T2#
Gorilla shoots in and drives through. De Rabat sprawls well.
An attempted straight right counter from De Rabat misses the target.
A jab from Gorilla does it's job there.
Gorilla throws an off balance right hand
letting De Rabat counter with a right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
De Rabat connects with a nice looking jab.
De Rabat scoring well with a low kick there.
#CL2#
Gorilla rushes De Rabat and presses him up against the cage.
Gorilla wants to take the fight to the mat but De Rabat manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#BC2#
Gorilla pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD2#
Gorilla shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in De Rabat's guard.
De Rabat will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Gorilla won't allow De Rabat to sweep him here. #T3#
De Rabat has his hands on Gorilla's head, controlling the position.
De Rabat wants to sweep here but Gorilla controlling him for the moment.
Augier De Rabat is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Gorilla tries to free his leg and advance position but De Rabat is retaining full guard.
Gorilla with a flurry of punches that miss.
Magilla Gorilla has got the better of the ground game so far.
De Rabat looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gorilla is one step ahead there.
De Rabat is adopting a defensive guard.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Gorilla throws a looping overhand right but De Rabat ducks down to avoid it.
De Rabat looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Gorilla wants to clinch
and De Rabat counters with a leg kick.
De Rabat tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gorilla was well out of range. Poor timing from De Rabat.
Gorilla throws a body shot but no joy.
Gorilla wants to clinch up but De Rabat keeps it at a distance.
De Rabat feinted there with a counter leg kick.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
De Rabat with a hook.
Gorilla's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Gorilla throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
De Rabat appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Gorilla swings for the body but De Rabat moves out of range.
And that's the end of the fight!
Augier De Rabat showed his dominance in that final round.
I think De Rabat has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 49:46
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 49:46
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 48:47
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Augier De Rabat!
Augier De Rabat is the new featherweight champion!
A victorious Augier De Rabat thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 46
Date: Jun 22, 2024 |
#R1#
Calderon loads up on a big right hand but Gorilla slips the punch.
Calderon getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Calderon pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Calderon definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Gorilla tries to clinch up.
Gorilla shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Calderon pinned against the cage. Calderon gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Gorilla misses with a wild body shot.
Calderon connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#CUT#It looks like Magilla Gorilla has been cut.
Gorilla displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Calderon throws out the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gorilla misses with a body shot.
Gorilla looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Gorilla misses with a straight right.
Calderon scores with the left hand. Gorilla knows he should have avoided that one.
Gorilla throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Calderon misses with a hook
#TD2#
so Gorilla counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #T1#
Calderon seems keen to control Gorilla's posture.
Gorilla distracts Calderon with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Gorilla engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Gorilla throws a strike but Calderon rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Gorilla lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Calderon looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T2#
Gorilla throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Gorilla trying to control but Calderon is working from the bottom.
Calderon on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Calderon tries to get out of the position.
Calderon knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Gorilla on the ground.
Gorilla slips nicely into half guard.
Gorilla trying to control the pace. #T3#
Gorilla trying to control from half guard but Calderon is working away.
Calderon won't allow Gorilla to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Gorilla is looking for a kimura here.
Calderon is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Gorilla throwing shots but Calderon is blocking nicely.
Gorilla throwing shots but Calderon is blocking nicely.
Gorilla passes to full mount!
Calderon holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Gorilla tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Gorilla sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Magilla Gorilla will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Magilla Gorilla's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Gorilla fails in his attempt to clinch.
Calderon avoids the body shot from Gorilla.
Gorilla shoots in for a double leg but Calderon sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Good shot there by Calderon.
Junior Calderon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Gorilla is defended easily by Calderon.
Gorilla walks into a straight right hand from Calderon.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Calderon's jab looks to have found its range, popping Gorilla under the eye.
Gorilla looks to land a left hand but Calderon moved out of range nicely.
Calderon throws a jab when Gorilla was well out of range.
Calderon throws a jab but it's blocked by Gorilla. #T1#
Gorilla doesn't manage to clinch there - Calderon circles away.
Calderon cracks Gorilla with a good jab.
Gorilla doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Calderon cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Junior Calderon has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Magilla Gorilla.
Calderon misses with a straight left.
Calderon loads up on a big right hand but Gorilla slips the punch.
Gorilla tries to counter with a clinch but Calderon shakes him off and moves away.
Calderon throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Gorilla feints the counter takedown.
Calderon swats away the attempt to clinch by Gorilla.
It looked like Calderon wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Calderon is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Gorilla displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Calderon throws out the jab.
Gorilla throws a shot from downtown. Calderon moves away and avoids it.
Calderon waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Gorilla.
Calderon stuffs the takedown.#T2#
No luck for Gorilla with that takedown attempt.
Gorilla uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Calderon.
Gorilla misses with an uppercut.
Gorilla slips under a jab.
Calderon connects with a good right hand that stumbles Gorilla. Gorilla circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Gorilla tries to score a power double leg takedown but Calderon sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Gorilla somewhat.
Calderon lands with a hook. Gorilla tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #CUT#That has opened up Magilla Gorilla's cut even more.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Calderon darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T3#
Gorilla fails with an attempt to clinch.
Gorilla ducks under a wild hook from Calderon.
Gorilla keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Calderon.
Gorilla bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
The fighters circling - Calderon throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Calderon misses with a hook.
Calderon waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Gorilla.
Calderon sets himself, and Gorilla steps forward looking for the clinch! Calderon avoids it this time.
Gorilla throws a looping overhand right but Calderon ducks down to avoid it.
Junior Calderon is winning the standup battle so far.
Calderon scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Gorilla throws a shot from downtown. Calderon moves away and avoids it.
Calderon is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Gorilla can do to turn this around?
Gorilla fails in his attempt to clinch.
Calderon takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Calderon looks to land a right hand but Gorilla moved out of range.#T4#
A slow jab from Calderon misses its intended target.
Gorilla tries to clinch but Calderon is having none of it.
Calderon lands with a right hand. #CUT#The cut above Magilla Gorilla's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Gorilla ducks under a wild hook from Calderon.
Calderon waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Gorilla.
Gorilla changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Calderon throws a big shot that misses.
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!
Gorilla looks to score with a jab to the body but Calderon is just out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Calderon misses the target.
Gorilla moves away from the strike by Calderon.
Gorilla tries to counter by closing the distance.
Gorilla is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Gorilla tries to clinch up.
Gorilla with a lazy takedown attempt
and Calderon counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Gorilla moves away from the strike by Calderon. #TD2#
Calderon tries to sprawl but Gorilla drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Gorilla wants to pass the guard but Calderon is defending well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Junior Calderon dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Magilla Gorilla's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R3#
Calderon looks to land a left hand but Gorilla moved out of range nicely.
Gorilla misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Gorilla shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Calderon pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Gorilla tries to counter by closing the distance.
Gorilla throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Calderon throws a hook but Gorilla blocks it.
Gorilla uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Calderon.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gorilla tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Gorilla ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Calderon clobbers Gorilla with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Gorilla uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Calderon.#T1#
Gorilla ducks under a wild hook from Calderon.
Gorilla shoots in for a double leg but Calderon sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Calderon is looking to counter punch.
A jab from Calderon misses.
Calderon moves out of range of the strikes.
Gorilla misses with a hook. Calderon ducked under it nicely.
Calderon misses the jab.
Calderon uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gorilla.
Calderon was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Gorilla uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Calderon.
Gorilla shoots for a double leg takedown but Calderon sprawls well. He's pushed Gorilla's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Junior Calderon has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Magilla Gorilla.
Gorilla changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Calderon tries to avoid it but Gorilla manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Calderon to the ground. Calderon escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Calderon uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gorilla.
Gorilla throws a body shot but no joy.
Calderon throws a hook but Gorilla blocks it.#T2#
Calderon misses with a straight left.
Calderon keeps the fight on the outside.
Calderon throws a hook but Gorilla avoids it easily.
Gorilla tries to clinch but Calderon moves away
letting Calderon counter with a right hand.
Calderon misses with a looping right.
Calderon looks to throw the jab but Gorilla is out of range.
Gorilla wants to counter with a clinch but Calderon pushes him away.
Calderon lands with an overhand left.
Calderon lands with a hook. Gorilla tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Calderon throws a hook but Gorilla blocks it.
Calderon loads up on a big right hand but Gorilla slips the punch.
Calderon misses with an uppercut. Gorilla saw that one coming.
A slow jab from Calderon misses its intended target.
Gorilla tries to clinch up but Calderon circles away and keeps his distance.#T3#
Gorilla scores with a nice head shot.
The fight stays on the outside here - Gorilla looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Gorilla slips a jab from Calderon.
Gorilla ducks under a wild hook from Calderon.
Gorilla throws a sloppy body shot
and Gorilla takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Calderon throws a jab when Gorilla was well out of range.
Calderon misses with a right hand #TD2#
and Gorilla counters with a nice double leg into side control. Calderon won't be happy with that.
Gorilla has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Gorilla wants to control but Calderon is keeping him busy.
Gorilla in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time. #T4##SUB2#
Gorilla tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Gorilla is trying to get an arm triangle but Calderon is defending well. #SUB2#
Gorilla is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Calderon has escaped the position, nice work there.
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!
Gorilla wants to lay and pray for a moment but Calderon keeps working.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Junior Calderon clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Magilla Gorilla's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R4#
Calderon misses with a lunging right hand
#TD2#
so Gorilla counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Gorilla trying to move into half guard but instead Calderon has managed to sweep!#REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gorilla wants to sweep here but Calderon controlling him for the moment.
Calderon is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2#
Gorilla looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Calderon is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Gorilla has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Calderon is looking to defend but Gorilla has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Calderon! Gorilla pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Calderon taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Magilla Gorilla!
Magilla Gorilla is the new featherweight champion! |
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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 32
Date: May 17, 2024 |
#R1#
Wawrzyniak will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#TD#
Gorilla shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Gorilla is trying for a kimura here. Wawrzyniak looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Gorilla wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Magilla Gorilla! |
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Event:
BC FIGHT NIGHT 4
Date: Apr 17, 2024 |
#R1##TD2#
Smith drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Gorilla definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Smith wants to control from the top but Gorilla keeps moving.
Gorilla keeping full guard, as Smith tries to pass.
Smith has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Gorilla is proving hard to escape from.
Smith really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Gorilla. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Smith landing with the ground and pound.
Smith trying to control the position from guard on top but Gorilla is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Smith trying to stand up but can't free himself from Gorilla's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smith postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Smith wants to stand but Gorilla has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Smith manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Gorilla on his heels. He'll look to pass Gorilla's guard now, I'm sure.
Smith must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T1#
Smith postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Gorilla controls Smith momentarily but Smith frees himself. #SUB#
Smith content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Gorilla has locked up a guillotine! Gorilla's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Smith is holding on here and Gorilla must be using up a lot of energy. Smith has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Gorilla gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Magilla Gorilla! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 05, 2024 |
#R1#
Weeks looks for a takedown but Gorilla sprawls well.
Gorilla fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Weeks manages to avoid it.#CL#
Weeks closes the distance and clinches.#TD#
Weeks gets control of Gorilla's arms and successfully pulls guard. Weeks will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Weeks holds on and takes a little breather.
Gorilla pushes down on Weeks's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Gorilla works his way into full mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gorilla wants to control the pace but Weeks is squirming around nicely. #T1#
Weeks tries to reverse the position but Gorilla maintains control.
Gorilla controlling the position easily from mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Gorilla quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for Gorilla but it's paid off an Weeks is forced to tap! Nice work by Gorilla.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Magilla Gorilla! |
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