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Event:
BANZAI BONANZA 9
Date: Aug 25, 2024 |
#R1#
A jab from Travis misses.
A slapping body kick lands there for Travis.
Stallin ducks under a wild hook from Travis.
Stallin looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Stallin misses with a body shot
and Travis counters with a good low kick that Stallin was not able to check.
Stallin steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Travis. That one must have hurt.
Stallin is breathing heavily.
Stallin gets hit by the mother of all head kicks and drops to the canvas in a crumpled heap! Woooow, the Internet is going to be talking about this one for weeks!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Freaky Travis! |
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Event:
BANZAI BONANZA 8
Date: Aug 11, 2024 |
#R1#
Stallin throws a body shot but no joy.
Stallin throws a lazy right hand but Wilson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Stallin throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Wilson dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Stallin. That did some damage!
The fighters circling - Stallin throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #TD#
Stallin looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB#
Stallin is working for a submission of some sort.
Stallin wants to pass to mount but Wilson is defending the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stallin trying to control the pace.
Stallin has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#SUB#
Stallin 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.
#T1#
Wilson is staying active underneath Stallin, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Stallin is looking to advance position but Wilson won't allow it. #SUB#
Stallin seems to be looking for submissions.
Wilson slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Stallin might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Stallin sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Wilson's guard.
Stallin is trying to control the action in half guard but Wilson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T2#
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.
Wilson is trying to control but can't.
Stallin wants to free his trapped foot but Wilson is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Stallin is thwarting Wilson's attempts to control the position.
Wilson regains full guard. Nicely done.
Wilson managing to control the position.
Wilson wants to sweep here but Stallin controlling him for the moment.
Stallin controls from within his opponent's guard. #T3#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Wilson is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Stallin misses with the combination.
The fighters circling - Stallin throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Wilson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Stallin.
A shot to the liver by Wilson. Beautiful body shot.
Wilson moves out of range of the strikes.
Both fighters circling a little - Wilson finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Wilson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Wilson throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A head kick misses from Wilson.
Stallin feinted with a counter takedown.#T4#
Stallin uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wilson.
Wilson has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Lucas Wilson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Wilson avoids the body shot from Stallin.
Stallin on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Stallin is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Wilson's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Stallin is breathing heavily.
Wilson throws a hook to the side of Stallin's head but Stallin sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Wilson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Wilson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Stallin.
Wilson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Stallin displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Wilson throws out the jab.
Sloppy strikes from Wilson. Those never looked like landing.
Stallin swings for the body but Wilson moves out of range.
As Stallin backs off Wilson throws a huge counter combo but Stallin manages to avoid it all.
Stallin tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Wilson swivels and escapes.
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!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Stallin throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A looping hook to the body misses from Wilson. Stallin does a little dance to reset his feet.#TD#
Stallin drives through with a takedown into Wilson's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Josef Stallin 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#
Wilson throws a head kick but Stallin moves out of range.
Stallin tries to counter with a takedown but Wilson is quick to defend against it.#KD2#
Wilson lands a left and a right that send Stallin crashing to the mat, dazed. Wilson thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#Stallin is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Josef Stallin has been cut.
Lucas Wilson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Wilson shakes his hands by his side, trying to relax. Stallin takes his eyes off the ball for a moment - Wilson sees the opportunity and cracks him with a massive hook! Stallin bends double and collapses on top of himself - he's out! The crowd are going absolutely nuts! Wow, what a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:15 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Lucas Wilson!
During a confident post fight interview, Lucas Wilson thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
BANZAI BONANZA 7
Date: Jul 28, 2024 |
#R1##TD2#
Stallin fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Drummond sprawls well initially but Stallin persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Stallin slows the pace down in half guard.
Drummond is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
Stallin is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Drummond's coaches at Honu Arts have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#SUB#
Drummond is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Stallin pulls his head out easily.
Drummond keeping control of the position.
Drummond is trying to control but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Drummond is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Stallin pulls his head out easily.
Stallin seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB#
Drummond is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Stallin pulls his head out easily. #T1#
Drummond is looking to control Stallin's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Drummond avoid being mounted?
Stallin frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Stallin tries to control but Drummond wriggling away.
Drummond is trying desperately to improve position.
Drummond tries to hold on but Stallin postures up.
Drummond is trying desperately to improve position.
Stallin looking to control and managing it successfully. #T2#
Stallin wants to control the pace but Drummond is squirming around nicely.
Drummond on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Drummond tries to get out of the position.#SUB2#
Stallin working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Stallin trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB2#
Stallin is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Drummond to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Drummond shrugs it off.
Stallin trying to control but Drummond is having none of it. #T3##SUB2#
Stallin moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Drummond has worked his arm free - good work by Drummond!
Drummond is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Stallin tries for a kimura but Drummond is defending well.
Drummond is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Stallin off and has taken his back!
Stallin tries to break free.
#SUB#
Drummond tightening his grip on Stallin, looking for the choke. #SUB#
Drummond is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
#T4#
Stallin can't escape the position.
#SUB#
Drummond has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Stallin has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Drummond is trying to stick to Stallin's back but Stallin is turning into Drummond. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Drummond's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Stallin.#SUB#
Drummond escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Stallin gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Drummond looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Stallin wants to pass the guard but Drummond is keeping the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Drummond is trying to control the position from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Josef Stallin dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Drummond throws a body punch but Stallin moves out of range. #TD2#
Stallin bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Drummond gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Stallin frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #SUB2#
Stallin looking for a guillotine from mount but Drummond is having none of it.
Stallin trying to control but Drummond is having none of it.
Drummond is wriggling around trying to escape.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Drummond tries to hold on but Stallin pushes him away. #SUB2#
Stallin looking to secure an arm triangle but Drummond defends it well.
Drummond tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T1#
Drummond tries to lock up and control but Stallin gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Drummond tries to reverse the position but Stallin maintains control.
Stallin avoids the attempt from Drummond to control.
Stallin wants to control the pace but Drummond is squirming around nicely.
Drummond knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Stallin on the ground.#SUB2#
Stallin is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Drummond is surviving well by controlling Stallin's body position as best he can.
Drummond tries to lock up and control but Stallin gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Stallin looking to control but Drummond is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Drummond is looking to improve his position but Stallin isn't that keen on the idea.#T2#
Stallin looking to control but Drummond is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Drummond is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Stallin wants to take Drummond's back but he can't do it this time.
Drummond is trying to escape the mount but Stallin keeps good control and instead manages to take Drummond's back.
Drummond trying to control the action but Stallin just sinks the hooks in.
Drummond is really stuck here.
Stallin struggling to keep hold of the position.
#SUB2#
Drummond defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Will Stallin go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
#T3##SUB2#
Stallin looking to break Drummond's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Drummond remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Stallin will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#SUB2#
Stallin is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Drummond is defending well though. Stallin let's go of the attempt for now.
Stallin has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Stallin trying to control.
Drummond wants to control his opponent's hands but Stallin gets his hands free.
Well, with Stallin on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Drummond is tapping out... Can he escape the position?#SUB2#
Stallin working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Drummond trying to control but not successfully.
Drummond tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #T4#
Stallin avoids the attempt from Drummond to control.
Stallin tries to control but Drummond wriggling away.
Stallin avoids the attempt from Drummond to control.
Drummond is desperately trying to improve his position but Stallin has a good base and remains in mount.
Drummond tries to lock up and control but Stallin gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Stallin prevents Drummond from getting the reversal.
Drummond is working hard here to advance position.
Drummond is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Josef Stallin showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Drummond's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Stallin uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Drummond.
Josef Stallin is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Stallin throws an overhand right that lands on Drummond's shoulder, as Drummond tries to avoid the shot.
Stallin slips under a jab from Drummond.
And Stallin tries to counter it with a takedown but Drummond pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Josef Stallin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Stallin throws a jab when Drummond was well out of range.
Drummond slips under a jab.
Drummond throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Stallin works the jab nicely.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Drummond lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Stallin has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Stallin and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stallin walks into a straight right hand from Drummond.#CUT#It looks like Josef Stallin has been cut.
Stallin takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Stallin throws an off balance right hand
and Drummond scores with a counter punch that sends Stallin to the canvas! Drummond smells blood - he's punishing Stallin with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Stallin has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Deebo Drummond! |
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Event:
BANZAI BONANZA 6
Date: Jul 14, 2024 |
#R1##TD2#
Stallin fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Ming sprawls well initially but Stallin persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Stallin keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB2#
Stallin seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Stallin has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Ming defend it? Stallin steps over the head and cranks it - Ming is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Stallin!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Josef Stallin! |
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Event:
BANZAI BONANZA 5
Date: Jun 30, 2024 |
#R1##CL#
Lampiaun pushes Stallin up against the cage in a clinch.
Stallin should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
A short left from Lampiaun.
Stallin fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Stallin tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Stallin tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Lampiaun smiles and moves away.
Virgulino Lampiaun has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Josef Stallin.#CL#
Lampiaun gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Stallin jumps guard but Lampiaun stands there with Stallin around his waist. Stallin gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Stallin jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Lampiaun walks away with a smile on his face. Stallin gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Stallin takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Jab from Stallin.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stallin throws a big shot that misses.
A big left from Stallin misses.
Lampiaun looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Stallin misses with a looping right.#CL#
Lampiaun has closed the distance and engaged Stallin in a clinch.
Stallin swings wildly with an uppercut but Lampiaun uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
Lampiaun lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Stallin.
A nice left hand lands by Lampiaun.
Stallin tries to pull guard but Lampiaun won't allow it.
Lampiaun scores with a nice hook to the head.
Lampiaun lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#CUT#It looks like Josef Stallin has been cut.
Lampiaun lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Stallin looks winded!
Lampiaun lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Lampiaun creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Stallin with a big uppercut! Stallin tries to clinch up but Lampiaun pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Stallin to the mat! Stallin covers up and Lampiaun unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Virgulino Lampiaun!
A victorious Virgulino Lampiaun 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 BONANZA 4
Date: Jun 16, 2024 |
#R1##TD#
Wilander bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Wilander working away.
Stallin manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Wilander thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wilander throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Stallin to regain full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Stallin 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#
Wilander is looking to improve his position.
Stallin trying to control the pace.
Stallin trying to control from half guard but Wilander is working away.
Wilander is looking for a sweep. Stallin is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Wilander knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Stallin on the ground.
Stallin trying to control the action but Wilander is working from the bottom. #T1##SUB2#
Stallin maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Wilander could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Stallin has cracked it and Wilander is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Stallin!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Josef Stallin! |
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Event:
BANZAI BONANZA 3
Date: Jun 02, 2024 |
#R1#
Walls slips a straight right by Stallin.
A clash of legs there as Stallin blocks the low kick.
Walls falls off balance throwing a combination
#TD2#
and Stallin counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB2#
Stallin is looking for a kimura but Walls is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Stallin to get the leverage.
Stallin passes the guard and advances to mount!
Stallin moves to take his opponent's back. #SUB2#
Stallin working for the rear naked choke here. He's got one arm under but Walls is defending well. A couple of punches soften him up though and Stallin has tightened the hold! This one could be all over! It is! Walls taps out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Josef Stallin! |
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Event:
BANZAI BONANZA 2
Date: May 19, 2024 |
#R1#
Stallin fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Stallin looks to land a left hand but Micic moved out of range nicely.
Micic now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Stallin misses with a body punch
and Micic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT2#It looks like Josef Stallin has been cut.
Stallin misses with a shot to the body #KD2#
and Micic counters with a crisp right hand that drops Stallin! Micic lets Stallin back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC2#Stallin is rocked!
Stallin walks right into a perfectly timed right hook and goes down hard! He's out cold! The ref cradles Stallin limp body while Micic jumps on to the cage and waves to the roaring crowd. Wow that was just a brutal knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Stevan Micic! |
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Event:
BANZAI BONANZA 1
Date: May 05, 2024 |
#R1##CL2#
Stilera clinches.
Stilera tries a body shot but Stallin blocks it.
Stilera keeps control of Stallin as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #TD#
Stallin gets control of Stilera's arms and successfully pulls guard. Stallin will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Stilera looking to pass the guard.
Stallin looking to control.
Stallin is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB#
Stallin working for a triangle but Stilera defends it easily.
Stilera working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stallin keeping moving, preventing Stilera from controlling successfully.
Stilera is looking to work some ground and pound but Stallin has wrist control.#SUB#
Stallin is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Stilera is aware though and is defending well.
Stallin might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T1##SUB2#
Stilera is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Stallin is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Stallin has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR##SUB2#
Stilera throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Stallin stands and throws Stilera's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Stilera tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB#
Stallin has hold of Stilera's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Stilera tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Stallin cranks the arm and Stilera screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Stilera, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Josef Stallin! |
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