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Event:
GFY 126 Jessi your a good dog
Date: May 12, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 35 losses; Kael Gardener! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 51 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Trevor Gratis and Steve Smith.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
The fight stays on the outside here - Hestler looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#TD2#
Hestler drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Gardener (0) vs (4) Hestler
Gardener is looking to reverse the position.
Gardener is trying to control Hestler's posture but Hestler avoids it.
Hestler wants to control but Gardener is keeping him busy.
Gardener wants to control but Hestler postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gardener is trying to improve his position.
Hestler controlling the position from side mount.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T1#
Hestler wants to control but Gardener is keeping him busy.
A lull in the action here as Hestler stalls from top position.
Gardener is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Gonzasco Hydropathy, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Hestler working away.
Hestler controlling from side mount.
Gardener struggling a bit here.
Gardener manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Hestler keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Gardener wants to get back to full guard.
Hestler is looking to take a break and control but Gardener is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2#
Hestler might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Gardener haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Gardener is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Gardener is working hard here to advance position.
Hestler trying to control the action but Gardener is working from the bottom.
Gardener is looking for a sweep. Hestler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gardener is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hestler's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hestler's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Gardener (4) vs (4) Hestler
Gardener keeps control of the position easily here as Hestler tries to buck him off.
Hestler tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Hestler keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Gardener controlling from the full mount.
Hestler working to try and regain half guard.
#T3#
Gardener trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Gardener controlling the pace for now.
Gardener continues to stall.
Gardener tries to control but Hestler wriggling away.
Hestler tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T4#
Gardener sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Gardener's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Hestler tries to reverse the position but Gardener maintains control.
Gardener controlling the position easily from mount.
Hestler is trying desperately to improve position.
Gardener looking to control and managing it successfully. #T5#
Hestler wants to hold on but Gardener pushes him away.
Hestler can't escape the position.
Gardener controlling the pace for now.
Gardener tries to control but Hestler wriggling away.
Gardener controlling from the full mount.
Gardener tries to control but Hestler wriggling away.
Gardener controlling his opponent. #T6#
Gardener can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hestler is looking to escape.
Hestler tries to lock up and control but Gardener gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Gardener tries to control but Hestler wriggling away.
Hestler tries to hold on but Gardener pushes him away.
Hestler is desperately trying to improve his position but Gardener has a good base and remains in mount.
Gardener trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Gardener takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hestler is in all sorts of trouble here.
Gardener wants to control the pace but Hestler is squirming around nicely. #T7#
Gardener content just to control the position here.
Hestler keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Gardener wants to control the pace but Hestler is squirming around nicely.
Gardener looking to control and managing it successfully.
Gardener has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Gardener trying to control but Hestler is having none of it.
Hestler really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Gardener wants to control the pace but Hestler is squirming around nicely.
Hestler is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T8#
Gardener controlling the pace for now.
Hestler is in all sorts of trouble here.
Gardener takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Gardener trying to control but Hestler is having none of it.
Hestler is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Gardener looking to control and managing it successfully.
Gardener wants to control the pace but Hestler is squirming around nicely.
Hestler tries to reverse the position but Gardener maintains control.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T9#
Gardener content just to control the position here.
Gardener avoids the attempt from Hestler to control.
Gardener controlling from the full mount.
Hestler is trying desperately to improve position.
Gardener content just to control the position here.
Gardener trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Gardener sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T10#
Gardener tries to control but Hestler wriggling away.
Gardener looking to control and managing it successfully.
Hestler is working to get back to half guard.
Gardener tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hestler can't escape the position.
Hestler tries to lock up and control but Gardener gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Gardener looking to control and managing it successfully. #T11#
Gardener wants to control the pace but Hestler is squirming around nicely.
Gardener tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Gardener looking to control but Hestler is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Gardener controlling his opponent.
Hestler is trying to escape the mount.
Hestler wants to control but Gardener is having none of it.#T12#
Hestler manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Gardener stalling.
Gardener wants to control but Hestler is keeping him busy.
Gardener content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB2#
Hestler looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Gardener frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Gardener (7) vs (4) Hestler
Gardener takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
More hug and hope from Gardener.#T13#
This is a sustained period of stalling by Gardener.
Hestler is looking to get to half guard.
Gardener controlling the pace for now.
Gardener can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hestler is looking to escape.
Gardener controlling the pace for now. #T14#
Hestler is squirming around, avoiding Gardener's attempts to control the action.
Hestler is trying desperately to improve position.
Gardener controlling the position easily from mount.
Hestler is in all sorts of trouble here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hestler is squirming around, avoiding Gardener's attempts to control the action.
Gardener sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Gardener tries to control but Hestler wriggling away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gardener takes the fight on points by 7 to 4.
Our winner, Kael Gardener, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
GFY 125 Writings on the skeet
Date: May 04, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 50 losses; Red Hestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 45 wins and 54 losses; Filmore Everett!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, Chris Edwards and Paul Tew.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Everett changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Hestler tries to avoid it but Everett manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Hestler to the ground. Hestler escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #CL#
Hestler gets a clinch.
Everett is working for takedown but Hestler is calmly controlling the position for now.#TD2#
Everett manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Hestler has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Hestler controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB2#
Everett had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hestler defends it easily.
Hestler engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Everett manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hestler manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hestler (0) vs (2) Everett#T1#
Hestler trying to keep a closed guard but Everett is proving a slippery customer.
Hestler keeping full guard, as Everett tries to pass.
Everett wants to control from the top but Hestler keeps moving.
Everett looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Hestler wants to control the position but Everett says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T2#
Everett wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hestler keeps working.
Hestler tries to get to full guard but Everett has control of the leg. #SUB#
Hestler looking for submissions off his back.
Hestler is controlling Everett's position as best he can from this difficult position.#T3#
Hestler is trying to get back to full guard.
Everett is trying to control. Hestler wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hestler tries to get to full guard but Everett has control of the leg.
Everett stalling. #SUB2#
Everett is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
We've been informed that Everett has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#T4#
Everett is keen to just control but Hestler is a slippery customer.
Well, if Everett is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight� I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza� Yum. Can't wait.
Hestler trying to hold on to Everett's head to control him but Everett postures up.
#T5#
Everett wants to take a breather but Hestler is having none of it.
Everett prevents Hestler from improving his position.#SUB2#
Everett is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Everett takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Hestler keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Everett is keen to just control but Hestler is a slippery customer.#T6#
Everett controlling the action here.
Hestler trying to control but Everett postures up.
Everett wants to pass the guard but Hestler is defending well. #SUB#
Hestler looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hestler tries to get to full guard but Everett has control of the leg. #T7#
Hestler is looking to control Everett's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hestler avoid being mounted?
Everett is looking to take a break and control but Hestler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Everett prevents Hestler from improving his position.
Everett content to control rather than advance.
Hestler wants to get back to full guard.#T8##SUB2#
Everett is trying a forearm choke� I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Hestler tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Everett has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Hestler (0) vs (5) Everett
Everett wants to control the pace but Hestler is squirming around nicely. #T9#
Hestler is looking to get to half guard.
Hestler is working hard here to advance position.
Everett content just to control the position here. #T10#
Hestler wants to hold on but Everett pushes him away.
Everett can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hestler is looking to escape. #SUB2#
Everett goes for an armbar but he's not got it� Hestler turns into him and now he's in Everett's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hestler (2) vs (5) Everett#SUB2#
Everett working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hestler doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hestler manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T11#
Everett tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Hestler got a little sloppy there for a moment and Everett has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hestler has managed to get both his arms back between Everett's legs - danger averted.
Hestler is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Hestler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Everett swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T12##SUB2#
Everett looking for a guillotine here but Hestler defends easily.
Hestler trying to control but Everett is working from the bottom.
Hestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Everett is keeping the position for now.
Hestler trying to control but Everett is working from the bottom. #T13#
Hestler tries to free his leg and advance position but Everett is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Everett is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Everett wants to sweep but no luck.
Hestler content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Everett throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T14#
Hestler passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Hestler (5) vs (5) Everett
Everett is trying to control Hestler's posture but Hestler avoids it.
Hestler wants to control but Everett is keeping him busy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Everett seems a little lost for a moment, as Hestler dominates the positioning.
Hestler wants to take a breather but Everett manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Hestler.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Everett gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Everett wins on points by 6 to 5.
Filmore Everett very nearly forgot to thank The Huntington New Age Wellness Community amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you. |
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Event:
GFY 124 El Senor Muneca
Date: Apr 27, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 49 losses; Red Hestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 3 losses; Alex Sousa!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, William Gold and Andrew Berry.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Sousa looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Hestler! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hestler (0) vs (4) Sousa#SUB2#
Sousa wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Hestler, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Sousa is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Hestler is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Hestler tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Sousa wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Sousa working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hestler manages to get back to half guard.#T1#
Hestler keeping hold of Sousa's head, controlling as best he can. #SUB#
Hestler is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sousa pulls his head out easily.
Hestler controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Hestler has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Sousa is working away from the top position though.
Hestler is staying active underneath Sousa, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Sousa is working for a submission of some sort.
Hestler is looking for a sweep. Sousa is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2#
Hestler wants to get back to full guard but Sousa has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Hestler (0) vs (7) Sousa
Hestler wants to hold on but Sousa pushes him away.#SUB2#
Sousa working for a submission but Hestler is keeping him at bay.
Hestler tries to hold on but Sousa postures up.
Hestler regains half guard.
Hestler gets full guard.#T3#
Hestler is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB#
Hestler looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Sousa thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Sousa pushing down on Hestler's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB2#
Sousa is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hestler has managed to free his arm - good work.
Hestler wants to control but Sousa is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Sousa 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.
#T4#
Hestler is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Sousa jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hestler (0) vs (10) Sousa
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hestler regains half guard.#SUB2#
Sousa is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Hestler doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Sousa.
Hestler tries to get to full guard but Sousa has control of the leg. #T5#
Hestler trying to control from the bottom.
Hestler won't allow Sousa to pass to mount.
Hestler is trying to control but can't.
#SUB#
Hestler is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sousa pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Hestler looking for submissions off his back.#T6#
Hestler trying to control here.
#SUB2#
Sousa is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Sousa is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hestler has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Sousa is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Hestler is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Alex Sousa!
Our winner, Alex Sousa, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
GFY 123 Punch it, Margaret
Date: Apr 21, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 130 wins and 67 losses; Pacer Dalton! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 48 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Wesley Smith and Alan Glass.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Dalton scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dalton (2) vs (0) Hestler
Hestler is staying active underneath Dalton, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Hestler tries to roll over but Dalton keeps him under control.
Dalton trying to control the action but Hestler is working from the bottom.
Hestler keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Hestler makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Hestler.
Dalton looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hestler pulls Dalton in close to prevent any damage.
Dalton passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Dalton (5) vs (0) Hestler#T1#
Dalton wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hestler keeps working.
Dalton takes a little break here. Hestler wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
You can see the frustration on Hestler's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Dalton trying to control the action but Hestler is working from the bottom.
Hestler tries to improve position but can't.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Dalton moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #T2#
Dalton wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hestler keeps working.
Hestler is looking for a sweep.
Dalton trying to control the action but Hestler is working from the bottom.
Hestler struggling a bit here.
Dalton is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #SUB#
Dalton working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Dalton slows the pace down.
Hestler tries to buck Dalton off but Dalton is having none of it.#T3#
Hestler wants to control but Dalton postures up.
Hestler being controlled for a moment.
Hestler is trying to control Dalton's posture but Dalton avoids it.
Dalton is staying tight to Hestler's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Hestler tries to buck Dalton off but Dalton is having none of it.
Hestler regains half guard.
Dalton sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Hestler won't allow Dalton to pass to mount. #T4#
Dalton prevents Hestler from improving his position.
Dalton trying to control from half guard but Hestler is working away.
Dalton controlling the action here.
Dalton is looking to take a break and control but Hestler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hestler is looking to improve his position.
Hestler is looking to control Dalton's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hestler avoid being mounted?
Dalton wants to pass the guard but Hestler is defending well.
Hestler is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dalton trying to mount his opponent but Hestler defends it. #T5#
Hestler is looking for a sweep. Dalton is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hestler moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Hestler has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dalton can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Hestler is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Dalton has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Dalton trying to control the position from guard on top but Hestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dalton's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Hestler looking to control.
Dalton content to stall in guard here.
Hestler keeping moving, preventing Dalton from controlling successfully. #T6#
Hestler keeping full guard, as Dalton tries to pass.
Hestler keeping moving, preventing Dalton from controlling successfully.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Dalton looking to pass the guard.
Dalton trying to control but Hestler is working from the bottom.
Dalton passes Hestler's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Dalton is thwarting Hestler's attempts to control the position.
Dalton works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Dalton (8) vs (0) Hestler
Dalton wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it. #T7#
Dalton wants to control the pace but Hestler is squirming around nicely.
Hestler wants to control but Dalton is having none of it.
Dalton controlling the position easily from mount.
Dalton trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Dalton is really struggling to control Hestler but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Hestler keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T8#
Dalton tries to control but Hestler wriggling away.
Hestler is trying to escape the mount.
Hestler 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.
Hestler trying to control but Dalton postures up.
Dalton controlling the pace.
Hestler keeping hold of Dalton's head, controlling as best he can.
Hestler gets full guard.#T9#
Dalton is stalling in the full guard.
Hestler looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dalton is one step ahead there.
Dalton controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Hestler keeping moving, preventing Dalton from controlling successfully.
Dalton is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Hestler is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Dalton stopping the sweep attempt from Hestler.
Hestler controls Dalton momentarily but Dalton frees himself. #SUB2#
Dalton got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hestler has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Dalton has managed to get both his arms back between Hestler's legs - danger averted.#T10#
Hestler keeping moving, preventing Dalton from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Hestler is looking for a triangle but Dalton pushes his legs off easily.
Dalton stays in close to Hestler's body and controls the position.
Dalton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hestler bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Dalton's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dalton (8) vs (2) Hestler
Dalton seems keen to control Hestler's posture.
Dalton wants to sweep but no luck.
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Dalton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T11#
Dalton controls Hestler momentarily but Hestler frees himself.
Hestler content to stall in guard here.
Dalton not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Dalton keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully.
Dalton is trying to keep Hestler in close.
#T12#
Hestler controls from within his opponent's guard.
Dalton looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hestler is one step ahead there.
Dalton working a defensive guard here.
Dalton pulls Hestler in close to prevent any damage.
Dalton looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hestler is one step ahead there. #T13#
Hestler content to stall in guard here.
Hestler wants to pass the guard but Dalton is keeping the position.
Hestler trying to control but Dalton is working from the bottom.
Dalton wants to sweep but no luck.
Dalton can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hestler controls the pace.
Hestler won't allow Dalton to sweep him here. #T14#
Hestler controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Dalton looking for a sweep. Not yet Dalton, not yet.
Dalton controls Hestler momentarily but Hestler frees himself.
Hestler is stalling in the full guard.
Hestler is fighting to break Dalton's control of his arms but Dalton is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dalton not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
And that's the end of the fight!
Dalton takes the fight on points by 8 to 2.
An out of breath Pacer Dalton 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:
GFY 122 Jason Waterfalls
Date: Apr 15, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 48 losses; Red Hestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 90 wins and 151 losses; Tobias Pancake!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Elvis Blanc and Ian Loll.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Pancake goes for a double leg but Hestler avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Hestler continues to drive forward.#TD#
Hestler scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hestler (4) vs (0) Pancake
Hestler controlling the position from side mount.
Hestler will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Pancake is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
You can see the frustration on Pancake's face as Hestler controls the position. #T1##T2#
Pancake is looking for a sweep.
Hestler slows the pace down.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T3#
Hestler's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T4#
Pancake is looking to regain half guard here but Hestler keeps moving and retains side control.
Pancake is still trying to improve position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
You can see the frustration on Pancake's face as Hestler controls the position. #T5#
Pancake is looking to regain half guard here but Hestler keeps moving and retains side control.
Hestler taking a breather here. #T6#
Hestler seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Pancake for as long as he can get away with.
Pancake is looking to regain half guard here but Hestler keeps moving and retains side control.
Hestler happy to just control the position for now. #T7#
Pancake is looking for a sweep.
Hestler taking a breather here.
Further stalling from Hestler.
Hestler continues to stall.#T8#
Pancake tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hestler wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Pancake is trying to escape the position but Hestler is controlling the position.
Pancake is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Pancake is trying to control Hestler's posture but Hestler avoids it.
Hestler happy to just control the position for now. #T9#
Pancake is looking to reverse the position.
Hestler happy to just control the position for now.
Pancake is trying to improve his position.
Pancake looks winded!
Pancake trying to remain calm as Hestler controls from the top position.#T10#
Pancake is looking for a sweep.#T11#
Pancake trying to remain calm as Hestler controls from the top position.
You can see the frustration on Pancake's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Pancake trying to remain calm as Hestler controls from the top position.
Hestler has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Pancake wants to control but Hestler postures up.
Hestler takes a little break here. Pancake wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#T12#
Pancake is looking to reverse the position.
Hestler controlling the position from side mount. #T13#
This is a sustained period of stalling by Hestler.#T14#
Hestler continues to hold on tight.
Pancake is looking for a sweep.
A lull in the action here as Hestler stalls from top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
More hug and hope from Hestler.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hestler takes the fight on points by 4 to 0.
Red Hestler took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, The Huntington New Age Wellness Community for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
GFY 121 2 I'm big in Japan
Date: Apr 10, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 28 losses; The Emotionally Unavailable Cowboy! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 48 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Sosuke Kotani, Hirohito Nitta and Yuuki Gou.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Cowboy tries to clinch there but Hestler circles away.
#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Cowboy jumps guard but Hestler turns him against the ropes and keeps the fight standing. #TD2#
Hestler has clasped his hands together around Cowboy's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Cowboy (0) vs (4) Hestler
Cowboy is looking to reverse the position.
Cowboy seems a little lost for a moment, as Hestler dominates the positioning.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Cowboy is trying to control Hestler's posture but Hestler avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hestler controls the position.#T1#
Hestler trying to control the position but Cowboy is working away.
Cowboy struggling a bit here.
Hestler wants to control but Cowboy is keeping him busy.
Hestler just content to control the position.
Hestler trying to control the action but Cowboy is working from the bottom. #T2#
Cowboy is looking to regain half guard here but Hestler keeps moving and retains side control.
Cowboy struggling a bit here.#T3#
Hestler trying to control the action but Cowboy is working from the bottom.
Cowboy being controlled for a moment.
Hestler working away.
Hestler taking a breather here.
I wouldn't like to be where Cowboy is right now. #T4#
Cowboy struggling a bit here.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Cowboy is not content to let Hestler control the position.
Cowboy is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Hestler wants to lay and pray for a moment but Cowboy keeps working.
Hestler keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T5##SUB#
Cowboy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hestler wants to pass to mount but Cowboy is defending the position.
Hestler stalling.
Cowboy is looking for a sweep. Hestler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hestler is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T6#
Hestler tries to pass the half guard into mount. Cowboy knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Cowboy is trying to maintain the position but Hestler is very close to passing his half guard.
Cowboy wants to get back to full guard.
Hestler is trying to control. Cowboy wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Cowboy manages to get to full guard.
Hestler is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T7##SUB#
Hestler avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Hestler is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
Hestler avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T8#
Hestler showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB#
Cowboy looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Cowboy trying to control the position.
#T9#
Hestler stopping the sweep attempt from Cowboy.#SUB#
Cowboy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hestler doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hestler manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Cowboy wants to sweep here but Hestler controlling him for the moment.
Hestler engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Hestler advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Cowboy (0) vs (7) Hestler#T10#
Hestler controlling the position.
Cowboy holding on.
Hestler is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T11#
Hestler trying to control the action but Cowboy is working from the bottom.
Cowboy is looking to regain half guard here but Hestler keeps moving and retains side control.
Hestler takes a little break here. Cowboy wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Cowboy is trying to get back to half guard.#T12#
Hestler is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Cowboy is trying to get back to half guard.
Hestler trying to control the position but Cowboy is working away.
Hestler is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T13#
Hestler controls the position.
Hestler trying to control the action but Cowboy is working from the bottom.
Cowboy is trying to control Hestler's posture but Hestler avoids it.
Hestler trying to control the action but Cowboy is working from the bottom. #T14#
Hestler happy to just control the position for now.
Cowboy is looking for a sweep.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The referee asks Hestler politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Hestler prefers to stall for the moment though.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hestler trying to control the position but Cowboy is working away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hestler wins on points by 7 to 0.
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Red Hestler made sure he mentioned The Huntington New Age Wellness Community , along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
GFY 121 Belts are for suckers
Date: Apr 05, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 130 wins and 64 losses; Pacer Dalton! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 48 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Mauricio Rocha and Leandro Rodrigues.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hestler defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Dalton.
Dalton shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Hestler pinned against the ropes. Hestler gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Dalton goes for a double leg but Hestler avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Hestler continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pacer Dalton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dalton goes for a takedown attempt but Hestler pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL2#
Dalton tries to keep at a distance but Hestler has taken the fight into the clinch.
Hestler goes for a takedown in the clinch but Dalton prevents it.
Hestler drops down looking for an ankle pick but Dalton pulls his leg out and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Horrible takedown attempt by Dalton or perhaps it was just good defense by Hestler, which made it look bad.
Hestler defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Dalton.#CL2#
Hestler has managed to clinch.
Dalton has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Hestler avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#TD2#
Hestler gets control of Dalton's arms and successfully pulls guard. Hestler will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#T1##SUB2#
Hestler has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dalton can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hestler keeping full guard, as Dalton tries to pass.
Hestler keeping moving, preventing Dalton from controlling successfully.
Dalton has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Dalton is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2#
Hestler is looking for a triangle but Dalton pushes his legs off easily.
Dalton stopping the sweep attempt from Hestler.
Hestler lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dalton (0) vs (2) Hestler
Dalton looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dalton looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Hestler is stalling in the full guard. #T2#
Dalton not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Dalton is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Dalton keeping full guard, as Hestler tries to pass.
Hestler being controlled here momentarily. #T3#
Dalton looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Dalton is working hard here to advance position.
Dalton has his hands on Hestler's head, controlling the position.
Dalton is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hestler is pushing down on Dalton's leg trying to pass to half guard. Dalton is fighting to maintain full guard but Hestler has managed to sneak the leg through.
Dalton is looking to control Hestler's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Dalton avoid being mounted?
Dalton is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Beating a Dead Horse to Death Again, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Dalton desperately trying to maintain half guard. #T4#
Hestler not doing much here.
Dalton is trying to control but can't.
Dalton tries to get to full guard but Hestler has control of the leg.
Hestler is thwarting Dalton's attempts to control the position.
Hestler passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Dalton (0) vs (5) Hestler
Dalton is trying desperately to improve position.#T5#
Hestler takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Dalton is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Hestler looking to control and managing it successfully.
Dalton is working to get back to half guard.
Hestler moves to the back. Score +3 for taking back: Dalton (0) vs (8) Hestler
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
What can Dalton do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Dalton tries to escape the position.
Hestler really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Dalton.#T6#
Dalton wants to escape the position.
Dalton just trying to survive but Hestler is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Hestler trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Dalton doesn't escape.
Dalton trying to control the action but Hestler just sinks the hooks in. #T7#
Dalton is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Hestler.
Hestler trying to control.
Dalton trying to control the position but Hestler manages to sink in the hooks.
Dalton tries to roll but Hestler sticks to his back.
Dalton trying to control but not successfully.
Hestler controlling well, preventing Dalton from escaping the position.
Dalton manages to reverse the position and now he's in Hestler's guard. Nice work there by Dalton.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dalton (2) vs (8) Hestler
Hestler trying to keep a closed guard but Dalton is proving a slippery customer.
Dalton trying to control the position from guard on top but Hestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T8#
Hestler is adopting a defensive guard.
Hestler tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Dalton wants to pass the guard but Hestler is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Hestler is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Dalton defends well.
Hestler is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dalton (2) vs (10) Hestler
Hestler performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Hestler's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Dalton wants to improve his position but Hestler is controlling well.
#T9#
Dalton regains full guard. Nicely done.
Dalton is pulling down on Hestler's head to control his posture.
Hestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dalton is keeping the position for now.
Hestler looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Hestler stopping the sweep attempt from Dalton.
Dalton is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dalton (4) vs (10) Hestler
Hestler is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Dalton's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Dalton's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Dalton (4) vs (14) Hestler#T10#
Hestler is riding his opponent, not letting Dalton buck him off.
Hestler is hanging on to Dalton's back as he tries to escape.
Hestler is not going to allow Dalton to sit and survive in this position.
Hestler is hanging on to Dalton's back as he tries to escape.
Dalton trying to control the position but Hestler manages to sink in the hooks.
Hestler is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Let's hope that Hestler has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Dalton wants to escape the position.
Dalton wants to control his opponent's hands but Hestler gets his hands free.
Hestler slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Hestler's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
#T11#
Good control from Hestler.
Dalton wants to control his opponent's hands but Hestler gets his hands free.
Hestler biding his time, controlling Dalton.
Dalton tries to escape the position.
What can Dalton do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
You can see the frustration on Dalton's face� He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
#T12#
More stalling from Hestler.
Hestler with more of the same as he continues to hold on.
Dalton just trying to survive but Hestler is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Hestler keeps control of the position as Dalton tries to break free.
#T13#
Hestler gets his hands free as Dalton looks to control.
Dalton tries to roll but Hestler sticks to his back.
Dalton looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Dalton is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Hestler is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Hestler controls the action.
Will Hestler go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
#T14#
Dalton trying to control the position but Hestler manages to sink in the hooks.
Dalton tries to escape but Hestler has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Dalton trying to survive by controlling the hands.
Dalton is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Hestler.
Dalton tries to break free.
Hestler is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Hestler wins on points by 14 to 4.
Red Hestler really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that The Huntington New Age Wellness Community logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
GFY 119 Grand Canyon is mid
Date: Mar 27, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 47 losses; Red Hestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 45 wins and 53 losses; Domingo The Flamingo!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Gwen Towbar and Chris Downing.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Hestler shoots in and gets a takedown into The Flamingo's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hestler (2) vs (0) The Flamingo
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Hestler is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB2#
The Flamingo looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The Flamingo is trying to control the position but Hestler postures up.
The Flamingo tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
The Flamingo working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hestler doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hestler manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The Flamingo keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hestler tries to free his leg and advance position but The Flamingo is retaining full guard. #T1#
The Flamingo pulls Hestler in to control the position. #SUB2#
The Flamingo looking for a guillotine here but Hestler defends easily.
Hestler trying to control but The Flamingo is working from the bottom.
Hestler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
Hestler is stalling in the full guard.
The Flamingo pulls Hestler in to control the position.
The Flamingo working a defensive guard but Hestler manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hestler (5) vs (0) The Flamingo
Hestler is staying tight to The Flamingo's torso, preventing him from escaping.
The Flamingo wants to control but Hestler postures up.
Hestler controlling from side mount.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hestler trying to control the action but The Flamingo is working from the bottom. #T3#
The Flamingo wants to control but Hestler postures up.
The Flamingo might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hestler haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Hestler trying to control the position but The Flamingo is working away.
The Flamingo is looking for a sweep.#T4#
Hestler working away.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
The Flamingo is being controlled here.
Hestler wants to control but The Flamingo is keeping him busy.
The Flamingo is looking to reverse the position.
The Flamingo struggling a bit here.
The Flamingo tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hestler wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T5#
You can see the frustration on The Flamingo's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The Flamingo tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hestler wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Hestler controls the position from side control.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hestler wants to control but The Flamingo is keeping him busy.
You can see the frustration on The Flamingo's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The Flamingo is not content to let Hestler control the position. #T6#
The Flamingo is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Hestler takes a little break here. The Flamingo wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
The Flamingo is not content to let Hestler control the position. #T7#
The Flamingo tries to bench press Hestler off him but Hestler keeps the position.
Hestler wants to take a breather but The Flamingo manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Hestler.
Hestler controls from within his opponent's guard.
The Flamingo is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T8#
The Flamingo looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Hestler puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Hestler trying to control the action but The Flamingo is working from the bottom.
Hestler is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The Flamingo is trying to control but can't.
#T9#
The Flamingo wants to improve his position but Hestler is controlling well.
The Flamingo is not content to let Hestler control the position.
The Flamingo wants to improve his position but Hestler is controlling well.
Hestler looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
The Flamingo gets full guard.
Hestler is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB2#
The Flamingo is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hestler is aware though and is defending well.#T10#
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but The Flamingo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The Flamingo controls Hestler momentarily but Hestler frees himself.
Hestler wants to control from the top but The Flamingo keeps moving.
The Flamingo not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T11#
The Flamingo has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
The Flamingo 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.
The Flamingo trying to control the position.
#SUB2#
The Flamingo looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hestler controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Hestler has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T12#
Hestler stopping the sweep attempt from The Flamingo.#SUB2#
The Flamingo is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hestler is aware though and is defending well.
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but The Flamingo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
The Flamingo is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Hestler seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #SUB2#
Hestler content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because The Flamingo has locked up a guillotine! The Flamingo's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Hestler is holding on here and The Flamingo must be using up a lot of energy. Hestler has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! The Flamingo gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Domingo The Flamingo!
Our winner, Domingo The Flamingo, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
GFY 118 Green Sunny and Free
Date: Mar 22, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Karson Massey! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 47 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Stewart Dunkirk and Wesley Smith.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Hestler closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Massey's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Massey (0) vs (2) Hestler
Massey is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Massey is keeping the position for now.
Hestler slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Let's hope that Hestler has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Massey tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Massey is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
Hestler avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Massey can't keep his opponent in guard - Hestler advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Hestler controlling the pace. #T2#
It looks like Hestler might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Massey is looking to control Hestler's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Massey avoid being mounted?#T3#
Hestler content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T4#
Massey wants to control but Hestler is keeping busy.
Hestler seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T5#
Massey trying to control but Hestler postures up.
Massey wants to get back to full guard.
Massey might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Hestler slows the pace down in half guard. #T6#
Hestler tries to pass the half guard into mount. Massey knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hestler controlling the action here.
Hestler tries to pass the half guard into mount. Massey knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T7#
Massey trying to hold on to Hestler's head to control him but Hestler postures up.
Hestler not doing much here.
Hestler's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Hestler is continuing to stall.#T8#
Massey is looking for a sweep. Hestler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hestler content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Hestler moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Massey (0) vs (5) Hestler
Massey is trying to control Hestler's posture but Hestler avoids it. #T9#
Hestler is staying tight to Massey's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Massey is looking to regain half guard here but Hestler keeps moving and retains side control.
Massey is working hard here to advance position.
Hestler is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Massey will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T10#
Massey tries to get back to half guard but can't.
A lull in the action here as Hestler stalls from top position.#T11#
More stalling from Hestler.
The adventures of Hestler the control monster continue. Boring.#T12#
Massey is looking for a sweep.
A lull in the action here.#T13#
Hestler with more of the same as he continues to hold on.#T14#
Massey can't do much from the bottom here.
Hestler taking a breather here.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Hestler.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hestler wins on points by 5 to 0.
Red Hestler really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that The Huntington New Age Wellness Community logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
GFY 117 Blood from a stone
Date: Mar 17, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 46 losses; Red Hestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 8 losses; Hard Core Lilo Fan!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Daniel Franklin and Alan Glass.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Nice takedown defense from Lilo Fan. No joy for Hestler on that attempt. #TD#
Hestler throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Lilo Fan was covering up waiting for the punch and Hestler finishes the takedown easily into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hestler (2) vs (0) Lilo Fan
Hestler has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Hestler trying to control but Lilo Fan is working from the bottom.
Hestler knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Lilo Fan on the ground.
Hestler's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Hestler looking to sit in guard and control but Lilo Fan gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hestler (2) vs (2) Lilo Fan
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hestler not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T1#
Lilo Fan won't allow Hestler to sweep him here.
Hestler keeping moving, preventing Lilo Fan from controlling successfully.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hestler working a defensive guard here.
Hestler might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Lilo Fan trying to control the position from guard on top but Hestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lilo Fan looking to pass the guard.
Hestler is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Lilo Fan trying to control the position from guard on top but Hestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Hestler trying to control the position.
Lilo Fan is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Lilo Fan trying to control the position from guard on top but Hestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Lilo Fan is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Lilo Fan wants to control from the top but Hestler keeps moving.
Hestler is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hestler looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Lilo Fan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hestler is keeping the position for now. #T4#
Hestler wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Lilo Fan slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Hestler (2) vs (5) Lilo Fan
Lilo Fan wants to control but Hestler is keeping him busy.
Hestler can't do much from the bottom here.
Hestler manages to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Lilo Fan is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Hestler sees it coming and defends easily.#T5#
Hestler slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Lilo Fan trying to control the position from guard on top but Hestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lilo Fan wants to pass the guard but Hestler is keeping the position.
Hestler looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lilo Fan is one step ahead there.
Hestler is working hard here to advance position.#T6#
Hestler is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Lilo Fan wants to control from the top but Hestler keeps moving.
Lilo Fan slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Hestler (2) vs (8) Lilo Fan
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hestler is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Lilo Fan looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T7#
Hestler is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Hestler is trying to work for a sweep but Lilo Fan has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hestler (2) vs (10) Lilo Fan
Hestler is looking to improve his position but Lilo Fan isn't that keen on the idea.
Lilo Fan tries to control but Hestler wriggling away.
Hestler keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T8#
Hestler wants to control but Lilo Fan is having none of it.
Hestler is working to get back to half guard.
#SUB2#
Lilo Fan goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Hestler is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hestler (4) vs (10) Lilo Fan
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Lilo Fan is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hestler (4) vs (12) Lilo Fan
Lilo Fan trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Hestler manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hestler (6) vs (12) Lilo Fan#T9##SUB2#
Hestler got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lilo Fan has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hestler has managed to get both his arms back between Lilo Fan's legs - danger averted.
Hestler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lilo Fan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hestler is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T10#
Lilo Fan looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hestler's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Lilo Fan keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully.
Lilo Fan keeping full guard, as Hestler tries to pass. #SUB2#
Lilo Fan is looking for a triangle but Hestler pushes his legs off easily.
Hestler trying to control but Lilo Fan is working from the bottom. #T11#
Hestler looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Hestler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lilo Fan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lilo Fan not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Lilo Fan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lilo Fan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T12#
Hestler wants to pass the guard but Lilo Fan is keeping the position.
Hestler is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Hestler preventing the sweep.
Lilo Fan pulls Hestler in to control the position.
Hestler looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T13#
Lilo Fan has his hands on Hestler's head, controlling the position.
Hestler slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Lilo Fan is trying to control the position but Hestler postures up. #T14#
Hestler not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB2#
Lilo Fan is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Lilo Fan wants to sweep here but Hestler controlling him for the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hestler looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
And that's the end of the fight!
Lilo Fan wins on points by 12 to 6.
A victorious Hard Core Lilo Fan 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:
GFY 116 Heart made of neon
Date: Mar 12, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 42 wins and 47 losses; Ceferino Garcia! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 45 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Gwen Towbar and Alan Glass.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Hestler has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD#
Garcia manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Garcia pulls Hestler in close to prevent any damage.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Garcia is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Garcia (2) vs (0) Hestler
Garcia passes into half guard.
Hestler wants to control but Garcia is keeping busy and won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Garcia trying to control the action but Hestler is working from the bottom.
Garcia trying to pass the guard but Hestler defending well.
Hestler is looking for a sweep. Garcia is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T1#
Hestler is staying active underneath Garcia, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Garcia tries to pass to full mount but Hestler defends it.
Hestler trying to control from the bottom.
Garcia trying to control the action but Hestler is working from the bottom.
Garcia slows the pace down in half guard.
Hestler has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Garcia is working away from the top position though.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Garcia in particular looking to stall.
Garcia tries to pass to full mount but Hestler defends it. #T2#
Garcia wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hestler keeps working.
Garcia definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Hestler regains full guard. Nicely done.
Garcia is stalling in the full guard.
Hestler looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Hestler holds on and takes a little breather.
Garcia controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T3#
Garcia passes Hestler's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Hestler wants to get back to full guard.
Garcia content to control rather than advance.
Garcia trying to pass the guard but Hestler defending well.
Hestler is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
Hestler looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Garcia wants to control but Hestler is keeping him busy.
Hestler is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Garcia jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Garcia (5) vs (0) Hestler#T4#
Hestler is looking to regain half guard here but Garcia keeps moving and retains side control.
Garcia trying to control the action but Hestler is working from the bottom.
Hestler is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Hestler won't allow Garcia to pass to mount.
Garcia is working hard here to advance position.
Hestler wants to get back to full guard.
Garcia trying to control from half guard but Hestler is working away.
Hestler wants to control but Garcia is keeping busy.
Hestler moves into full guard.
#T5#
Garcia controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Hestler is trying to control the position but Garcia postures up.
Garcia pushing down on Hestler's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Garcia content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Garcia seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hestler does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Garcia not doing much here.
Garcia works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Garcia (8) vs (0) Hestler
Garcia looking to control but Hestler is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T6#
Garcia takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hestler keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Garcia controlling from the full mount.
Garcia fails to take his opponent's back. #T7#
Garcia controlling from the full mount.
Hestler bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Garcia (8) vs (2) Hestler
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Garcia holds on and takes a little breather.
Hestler won't allow Garcia to sweep him here.
Garcia controls Hestler momentarily but Hestler frees himself.
Hestler trying to control but Garcia is working from the bottom.
Hestler is stalling in the full guard.
Garcia is pulling down on Hestler's head. It's preventing any offense from Hestler, at least for the moment.#T8#
Hestler wants to control from the top but Garcia keeps moving.
Garcia working a defensive guard here.
Garcia keeping full guard, as Hestler tries to pass.
Hestler engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Garcia not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Garcia might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Garcia keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully.
Hestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Garcia is keeping the position for now. #T9#
Hestler content to stall in guard here.
Garcia looking for a sweep. Not yet Garcia, not yet.
Garcia pulls Hestler in close to his closed guard and prevents Hestler from doing any damage or advancing position.
Garcia is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Garcia being controlled here, momentarily. #T10#
Hestler wants to control from the top but Garcia keeps moving.
Hestler content to stall in guard here.
Hestler wants to control from the top but Garcia keeps moving.
Garcia lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Garcia (10) vs (2) Hestler
Hestler bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Garcia's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Garcia (10) vs (4) Hestler
Garcia looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hestler is one step ahead there. #T11#
Garcia trying to control the position.
Garcia looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hestler being controlled here momentarily.
Hestler must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Hestler trying to control but Garcia is working from the bottom.
Garcia 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.
Garcia working a defensive guard here.
#T12#
Garcia is pulling down on Hestler's head to control his posture.
Hestler looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Garcia wants to sweep here but Hestler controlling him for the moment.
Hestler engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Hestler wants to control from the top but Garcia keeps moving.
Garcia can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hestler controls the pace.#T13#
Garcia is trying to hold Hestler in close to prevent damage but Hestler has managed to pass into half guard.
Hestler is looking to advance position but Garcia won't allow it.
Garcia is looking to control Hestler's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Garcia avoid being mounted?
Garcia is pressing down on Hestler's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Garcia looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Garcia can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hestler controls the pace.
Garcia is pulling down on Hestler's head to control his posture.
Garcia looking to control.
#T14#
Garcia looking for a sweep. Not yet Garcia, not yet.
Hestler passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Garcia (10) vs (7) Hestler
Hestler wants to control but Garcia is keeping him busy.
Hestler just content to control the position.
Garcia is not content to let Hestler control the position.
Hestler moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Garcia is looking to reverse the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
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Event:
GFY 115 i love your skin!
Date: Mar 07, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Eldar Kurtanidze! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 45 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Wesley Smith and Frank Dennis.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Hestler scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kurtanidze (0) vs (2) Hestler
Still in half guard, Hestler seems content to control.#SUB#
Kurtanidze actively working from the bottom here.
Kurtanidze wants to get back to full guard.
Hestler stalling. #SUB#
Kurtanidze looking for submissions off his back.
Hestler prevents Kurtanidze from improving his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hestler is looking to stall here but Kurtanidze recovers full guard. #T1#
Hestler slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Kurtanidze working for a triangle but Hestler defends it easily.
Hestler works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Hestler controlling the pace.
Hestler trying to control the action but Kurtanidze is working from the bottom. #T2#
Hestler is thwarting Kurtanidze's attempts to control the position.
Hestler content to control rather than advance.
Kurtanidze has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hestler is working away from the top position though.
Kurtanidze is not content to let Hestler control the position.#T3#
Kurtanidze wants to improve his position but Hestler is controlling well.
Kurtanidze is working hard here to advance position.
Hestler content to control rather than advance.
Kurtanidze makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kurtanidze.
Hestler looking to pass the guard.
Hestler trying to control but Kurtanidze is working from the bottom. #T4#
Kurtanidze is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hestler content to stall in guard here.
Kurtanidze keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully. #T5#
Hestler is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Kurtanidze is trying to keep Hestler in close.
Hestler preventing the sweep.
Kurtanidze working a defensive guard here.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Kurtanidze looking for a guillotine here but Hestler defends easily.
Kurtanidze not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T6#
Kurtanidze is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Hestler is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB#
Kurtanidze has his foot on Hestler's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hestler works his way back into a safe position though.
Kurtanidze is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hestler wants to control from the top but Kurtanidze keeps moving.
Hestler looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Hestler got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kurtanidze has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hestler has managed to get both his arms back between Kurtanidze's legs - danger averted.#T7#
Kurtanidze is controlling Hestler's posture.
Kurtanidze 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.
Kurtanidze pulls Hestler in close to prevent any damage.
Kurtanidze working a defensive guard but Hestler manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Kurtanidze (0) vs (5) Hestler
Hestler wants to control but Kurtanidze is keeping him busy.
Kurtanidze is letting Hestler control him for a moment. #T8#
Hestler is looking to take a break and control but Kurtanidze is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hestler might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Kurtanidze haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Kurtanidze is looking for a sweep.#T9#
Hestler is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Kurtanidze will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Kurtanidze can't do much from the bottom here.
Kurtanidze tries to bench press Hestler off him but Hestler keeps the position.
You can see the frustration on Kurtanidze's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Kurtanidze regains half guard.
Kurtanidze is refusing to be controlled, as Hestler sits in half guard.
Hestler content to control rather than advance. #T10#
Hestler seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kurtanidze does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Kurtanidze is looking for a sweep. Hestler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hestler is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Kurtanidze keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Hestler content to control rather than advance. #T11##SUB#
Kurtanidze is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hestler pulls his head out easily.
Kurtanidze trying to control from the bottom.
Hestler wants to control but Kurtanidze is keeping him busy.
Kurtanidze is trying to maintain the position but Hestler is very close to passing his half guard.
Kurtanidze is controlling Hestler's trapped leg to prevent Hestler from advancing to side control.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T12#
Hestler content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Kurtanidze is refusing to be controlled, as Hestler sits in half guard.
Kurtanidze is looking for a sweep. Hestler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T13#
Hestler trying to control the pace.
Kurtanidze trying to control but Hestler postures up.
Kurtanidze is looking to improve his position.
Kurtanidze is trying to maintain the position but Hestler is very close to passing his half guard.
Hestler prevents Kurtanidze from improving his position.
Kurtanidze gets full guard.#T14##SUB#
Kurtanidze has his foot on Hestler's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hestler works his way back into a safe position though.
Kurtanidze is trying to control the position but Hestler postures up.
Kurtanidze keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully.
Hestler seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Hestler wins on points by 5 to 0.
Jumping up and down and very excited, Red Hestler waved his t-shirt featuring The Huntington New Age Wellness Community 's logo in front of the cameras. |
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Event:
GFY 114 Whores don't hike.
Date: Mar 02, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 44 losses; Red Hestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 40 wins and 49 losses; Filmore Everett!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Don Winkell and Frank Antenori.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Everett closes the distance and clinches up with Hestler, looking for a takedown. Everett pushes Hestler against the ropes but Hestler circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Hestler tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Hestler tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Everett with the counter takedown but Hestler avoids it easily.#CL#
Hestler drives through and clinches with Everett against the ropes.
Hestler is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Everett pulls him back up using the underhooks. #TD2#
Everett decides to pull guard.
Hestler not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Everett looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hestler is one step ahead there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hestler controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Hestler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Everett is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hestler looking to sit in guard and control but Everett gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hestler (0) vs (2) Everett
Hestler wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #SUB2#
Everett drops back looking for a leg! Hestler is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Hestler manages to kick Everett off! Everett jumps back into Hestler's guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hestler trying to keep a closed guard but Everett is proving a slippery customer.
#T2#
Everett seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Everett won't allow Hestler to sweep him here.
Hestler keeping moving, preventing Everett from controlling successfully.
Everett engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Hestler trying to keep a closed guard but Everett is proving a slippery customer.
#T3##SUB#
Hestler looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Everett has picked Hestler up and slammed him! Hestler can't keep hold of the triangle and Everett manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hestler (0) vs (5) Everett#SUB2#
Everett is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Hestler knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hestler being controlled for a moment.
Hestler is not content to let Everett control the position. #T4#
Hestler tries to improve position but can't.
Everett trying to control the action but Hestler is working from the bottom. #T5#
Everett controls the position.
Hestler is not content to let Everett control the position.
The referee asks Everett politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Everett prefers to stall for the moment though.#T6#
Everett tries to move to mount but Hestler blocks the move with his legs.
Everett controls the position from side control.
Hestler struggling a bit here.#SUB2#
Everett is trying to get an arm triangle but Hestler is defending well.
Everett trying to control the action but Hestler is working from the bottom. #T7#
Hestler being controlled for a moment.
Hestler is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Everett tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Everett wants to control but Hestler is keeping him busy. #T8#
Everett is staying tight to Hestler's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Hestler stops Everett from passing to mount.
Everett trying to control the action but Hestler is working from the bottom.
Everett might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hestler haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T9#
Hestler is looking to regain half guard here but Everett keeps moving and retains side control.
Everett wants to control but Hestler is keeping him busy.
Hestler struggling a bit here.#T10##SUB2#
Everett tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Everett has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Hestler is looking to regain half guard here but Everett keeps moving and retains side control.
Hestler gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Everett wants to free his trapped foot but Hestler is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T11#
Hestler trying to control here.
Hestler is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Everett's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Everett's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hestler (4) vs (5) Everett
Hestler is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Everett is keeping busy.
Everett trying to control the hands but Hestler breaks the grip. #T12#
Everett is trying to break free.
We've been informed that Everett has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Hestler is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Hestler trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Hestler keeps control of the position as Everett tries to break free.
Everett trying to control the position but Hestler manages to sink in the hooks. #T13#
Everett is keeping busy.
Everett is in bad spot here.
Hestler biding his time, controlling Everett.
Hestler is hanging on to Everett's back as he tries to escape.
Hestler has good solid back control here.
Will Hestler go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
#T14#
Everett is really stuck here.
A lull in the action here.
Hestler biding his time, looking for the opening.
Everett tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hestler avoids the attempt from Everett to control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Everett wins on points by 5 to 4.
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Filmore Everett made sure he mentioned The Huntington New Age Wellness Community , along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
GFY 113 Any MILFs in here?
Date: Feb 25, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 127 wins and 60 losses; Pacer Dalton! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 43 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Robert Twigg and Daniel Franklin.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Dalton. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Dalton (4) vs (0) Hestler
Hestler is looking to reverse the position.
Dalton is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Hestler will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Dalton is looking to take a break and control but Hestler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dalton slows the pace down.
Hestler tries to improve position but can't.
Dalton controls the position.
Hestler is trying to control Dalton's posture but Dalton avoids it.
Dalton slows the pace down.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dalton is looking to take a break and control but Hestler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Hestler's face as Dalton controls the position. #T1#
Hestler manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Hestler trying to hold on to Dalton's head to control him but Dalton postures up.
Dalton is taking a breather. Hestler 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.
Hestler gets full guard.
Hestler is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Dalton preventing the sweep.
Dalton controls from within his opponent's guard.
Hestler controls Dalton momentarily but Dalton frees himself.
Dalton not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T2#
Hestler keeping moving, preventing Dalton from controlling successfully.
Dalton slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Dalton wants to pass the guard but Hestler is keeping the position.
Hestler is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Dalton is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Dalton's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Dalton forces his way into half guard.#T3#
Dalton prevents Hestler from improving his position.
Dalton is keen to just control but Hestler is a slippery customer.
Hestler wants to improve his position but Dalton is controlling well.
Hestler has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Dalton is working away from the top position though.
Dalton wants to take a breather but Hestler is having none of it.
Dalton trying to control the pace.
Hestler wants to improve his position but Dalton is controlling well.
Dalton works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Dalton (7) vs (0) Hestler
Hestler wants to hold on but Dalton pushes him away.#T4#
Dalton wants to control the pace but Hestler is squirming around nicely.
Dalton fails to move to back control.
Hestler is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Hestler tries to hold on but Dalton postures up.
Dalton tries to control but Hestler wriggling away.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Dalton controlling his opponent.
Hestler is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T5#
Dalton sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Dalton seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Hestler is holding on tight.
Dalton wants to control but Hestler has made it back to half guard. Nice work.
Dalton content to control rather than advance.
Dalton seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Hestler for as long as he can get away with.
Hestler wants to improve his position but Dalton is controlling well.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T6#
Hestler trying to control from the bottom.
Hestler tries to roll over but Dalton keeps him under control.
Dalton trying to control the action but Hestler is working from the bottom.
Dalton controlling the action here.
Dalton trying to control from Hestler's half guard. Hestler has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Hestler looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dalton is one step ahead there.
Hestler keeping full guard, as Dalton tries to pass. #T7#
Dalton controlling from the top position.
Dalton preventing the sweep.
Dalton seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Dalton trying to control but Hestler is working from the bottom.
Hestler wants to sweep but no luck.
Dalton controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Dalton trying to control but Hestler is working from the bottom.
Hestler looking to control.
Hestler looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dalton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T8#
Dalton engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Hestler looking to control.
Hestler keeping moving, preventing Dalton from controlling successfully.
Dalton is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Hestler looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dalton postures up.
Hestler looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hestler is trying to keep Dalton in close.
Dalton stands and throws Hestler's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Dalton (10) vs (0) Hestler#T9#
Dalton wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hestler keeps working.
Hestler manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Hestler wants to get back to full guard.
Dalton slows the pace down in half guard.
Hestler won't allow Dalton to pass to mount.
Hestler is trying to maintain the position but Dalton is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Hestler is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dalton pulls his head out easily. #T10#
Dalton looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Dalton is pressing down on Hestler's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hestler is holding on for now.
Dalton is trying to control. Hestler wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hestler won't allow Dalton to pass to mount.
Hestler trying to control but Dalton postures up.
Dalton slows the pace down in half guard.
Dalton trying to mount his opponent but Hestler defends it. #T11#
Dalton frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Dalton (13) vs (0) Hestler
Hestler is trying to escape the mount.
Dalton tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hestler stops Dalton from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Dalton is working hard here to advance position.
Hestler can't escape the position.
#T12#
Dalton trying to control but Hestler is having none of it.
Hestler is looking to improve his position but Dalton isn't that keen on the idea.
Dalton avoids the attempt from Hestler to control.
Dalton sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Dalton prevents Hestler from getting the reversal.
Dalton is trying to take his opponent's back.
#T13#
Dalton controlling the pace for now.
Hestler can't escape the position.
Dalton looking to control but Hestler is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Dalton moves to the back. Score +3 for taking back: Dalton (16) vs (0) Hestler
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Dalton is looking to control Hestler but Hestler is wriggling around and keeping busy.
I really don't envy Hestler right now.
Dalton trying to control momentarily.
Dalton slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
#T14#
Dalton struggling to keep hold of the position.
Hestler tries to escape but Dalton has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Hestler trying to control the action but Dalton just sinks the hooks in. #SUB#
Dalton working for a choke but Hestler is defending well.
Dalton has the hooks in. Hestler is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Dalton tries to keep control of the position but Hestler is staying busy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dalton controls the action.
Dalton wants to control but Hestler is keeping busy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Dalton takes the fight on points by 16 to 0.
A very excited looking Pacer Dalton made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
GFY 112 The Brass Ring
Date: Feb 20, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 38 wins and 45 losses; Baki Hanma! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 42 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Stewart Dunkirk and Frank Dennis.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Hanma has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD#
Hanma pulls guard successfully.
#SUB#
Hanma looking for a guillotine here but Hestler defends easily.
Hestler really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Hanma. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Hanma trying to keep a closed guard but Hestler is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB#
Hanma is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hestler defends well.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB#
Hanma has his foot on Hestler's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hestler works his way back into a safe position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hestler is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Hanma is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hestler looking to pass the guard.
Hestler wants to control from the top but Hanma keeps moving. #T1##SUB#
Hanma throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Hanma is trying to keep Hestler in close.
Hestler tries to free his leg and advance position but Hanma is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Hanma looking for a guillotine here but Hestler defends easily.
#SUB#
Hestler avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Hanma is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T2#
Hestler controlling from the top position.
Hestler advances to half guard. #SUB#
Hanma looking for subs from the bottom but Hestler mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Hanma (0) vs (3) Hestler
Hestler tries to control but Hanma wriggling away.
Hanma is trying to escape the mount.
Hanma might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Hestler pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Hanma tries to lock up and control but Hestler gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T3#
Hestler controlling the pace for now.
Hanma wants to hold on but Hestler pushes him away.
Hanma is trying to escape the mount.
Hanma is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Gonzasco Hydropathy, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Hestler looking to control and managing it successfully. #T4#
Hanma wants to control but Hestler is having none of it.
Hanma is in all sorts of trouble here.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hestler takes Hanma's back. Score +3 for taking back: Hanma (0) vs (6) Hestler
Hanma trying to control the hands but Hestler won't let him.
Hanma is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Hestler is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Hestler controls the action.
Hanma trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Hanma is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
#T5#
Hanma tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Hestler wants to control the pace but Hanma is squirming around nicely.
Hestler might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hanma haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Hestler sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Hanma is desperately trying to improve his position but Hestler has a good base and remains in mount.#T6#
Hanma tries to lock up and control but Hestler gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Hanma tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hestler takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hestler trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Hestler controlling from the full mount.
Hanma wants to hold on but Hestler pushes him away.
Hanma tries to reverse the position but Hestler maintains control.
Hanma is squirming around, avoiding Hestler's attempts to control the action.
Hestler avoids the attempt from Hanma to control.#T7#
Hestler controlling the position easily from mount.
Hestler trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Hanma wants to hold on but Hestler pushes him away.#T8#
Hestler takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hestler avoids the attempt from Hanma to control.
Hestler tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hanma working to try and regain half guard.
Hanma wants to control but Hestler is having none of it.
Hanma gets back to half guard.
Hanma is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Hanma is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T9#
Hestler wants to take a breather but Hanma is having none of it.
Hanma is looking to improve his position.
Hestler is taking a breather. Hanma 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.
Hanma trying to control here.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hestler in particular looking to stall.
Hanma wants to control but Hestler is keeping busy.
Hanma tries to get to full guard but Hestler has control of the leg. #T10#
Hestler trying to pass the guard but Hanma defending well.
Hestler trying to control from half guard but Hanma is working away. #SUB#
Hanma looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hanma is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hestler moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hanma (0) vs (9) Hestler
Hanma is looking to regain half guard here but Hestler keeps moving and retains side control.
Hestler trying to control the position but Hanma is working away. #T11#
Hanma wants to control but Hestler postures up.
Hanma is being controlled here.
It looks like Hestler might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Hestler working away.
Hestler wants to control but Hanma is keeping him busy.
Hanma is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Hestler off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hanma (4) vs (9) Hestler
You can see the frustration on Hestler's face� He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T12##SUB#
Hanma is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
#SUB#
Hanma has the hooks in and he's looking for a rear naked choke here. Hestler is defending well but eventually Hanma manages to get an arm under the chin and he's locked on the RNC! Hestler has no choice but to tap now! He does! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Baki Hanma!
Baki Hanma tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool. |
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Event:
GFY 111 Fuck it, I'm doin Uber
Date: Feb 14, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 30 losses; Kael Gardener! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 41 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Gwen Towbar and Chris Downing.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hestler wants to clinch.#CL#
Gardener takes the fight into the clinch.
Gardener stops a takedown attempt from Hestler.
#TD#
Gardener decides to pull guard.
Gardener is controlling Hestler's posture.
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Gardener is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gardener pulls Hestler in to control the position.
Gardener keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully.
Gardener is pulling down on Hestler's head to control his posture. #T1#
Gardener tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Gardener managing to control the position.
Hestler content to stall in guard here.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Gardener looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hestler is one step ahead there.
Gardener looking to control.
Hestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gardener is keeping the position for now.
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Gardener is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Hestler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gardener tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Gardener managing to control the position.
Gardener not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Gardener bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hestler's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gardener (2) vs (0) Hestler
Hestler looking for a sweep. Not yet Hestler, not yet.
Gardener pushes down on Hestler's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Gardener is trying to control. Hestler wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Gardener definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Gardener with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Hestler is trying to get back to full guard.#T3#
Gardener trying to pass the guard but Hestler defending well.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Gardener in particular looking to stall.
Gardener works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Gardener (5) vs (0) Hestler
Gardener wants to control the pace but Hestler is squirming around nicely.
Hestler keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Hestler is squirming around, avoiding Gardener's attempts to control the action.
Gardener controlling from the full mount.
Hestler is desperately trying to improve his position but Gardener has a good base and remains in mount.#T4#
Gardener controlling the position easily from mount.
Gardener can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hestler is looking to escape.
Hestler can't escape the position.
Gardener tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T5#
Gardener has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Hestler is looking to get to half guard.
Gardener tries to control but Hestler wriggling away.
Hestler working to try and regain half guard.
Gardener wants to control the pace but Hestler is squirming around nicely. #T6#
Gardener controlling his opponent.
Hestler is trying to escape the mount.
Gardener tries to control but Hestler wriggling away.
Hestler is in all sorts of trouble here.
Gardener wants to control the pace but Hestler is squirming around nicely.
Gardener controlling his opponent.
Gardener wants to control the pace but Hestler is squirming around nicely. #T7#
Hestler wants to hold on but Gardener pushes him away.
Gardener sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Hestler is squirming around, avoiding Gardener's attempts to control the action.
Gardener controlling his opponent.
Hestler is working to get back to half guard.
Gardener content just to control the position here.
Hestler wants to control but Gardener is having none of it.
Gardener tries to control but Hestler wriggling away.
Hestler tries to hold on but Gardener pushes him away. #T8#
Gardener controlling from the full mount.
Gardener trying to control but Hestler is having none of it.
Hestler tries to hold on but Gardener pushes him away.
Gardener controlling the pace for now.
Hestler regains half guard.
Gardener is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Gardener (8) vs (0) Hestler
Gardener controlling the pace for now. #T9#
Hestler really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Gardener sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Hestler is looking to get to half guard.
Gardener content just to control the position here.
Gardener trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T10#
Hestler sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Gardener sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Hestler wants to improve his position but Gardener is controlling well.
Gardener is trying to control the action in half guard but Hestler is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Hestler moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Gardener sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Gardener pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hestler is keeping the position for now. #T11#
Hestler keeping moving, preventing Gardener from controlling successfully.
Gardener forces his way into half guard.
Gardener tries to pass to full mount but Hestler defends it.
Hestler is looking for a sweep. Gardener is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hestler is trying to control but can't.
Gardener wants to pass to mount but Hestler is defending the position.
Hestler trying to control from the bottom.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Gardener has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Gardener (11) vs (0) Hestler
Gardener controlling the position easily from mount. #T12#
Gardener's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Gardener prevents Hestler from getting the reversal.
Gardener can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hestler is looking to escape.
Hestler tries to lock up and control but Gardener gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Gardener can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hestler is looking to escape.
Hestler really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T13#
Gardener can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hestler is looking to escape.
Hestler is wriggling around trying to escape.
Gardener trying to control but Hestler is having none of it.
Gardener looking to control and managing it successfully.
Hestler is squirming around, avoiding Gardener's attempts to control the action.
Gardener controlling his opponent. #T14#
Gardener trying to control but Hestler is having none of it.
Hestler working to try and regain half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hestler regains half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gardener takes the fight on points by 11 to 0.
Our winner, Kael Gardener, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
GFY 110 Are we there yet?
Date: Feb 09, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 30 losses; Kael Gardener! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 40 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Richard Clark and Chris Edwards.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Gardener clinches up against the ropes.
Gardener definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Hestler prevents a takedown attempt there.
#TD#
Gardener jumps guard.
Gardener is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Gardener 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.
Gardener is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gardener (2) vs (0) Hestler
Gardener seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Hestler tries to roll over but Gardener keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gardener is thwarting Hestler's attempts to control the position.
Hestler wants to improve his position but Gardener is controlling well.
Gardener is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T1#
Gardener frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Gardener (5) vs (0) Hestler
Gardener trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Gardener tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hestler is squirming around, avoiding Gardener's attempts to control the action. #T2#
Hestler tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Gardener controlling from mount.
Gardener tries to control but Hestler wriggling away.
Gardener is really struggling to control Hestler but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Hestler tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Gardener looking to control but Hestler is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hestler is working to get back to half guard.
Gardener trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Hestler is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T3#
Gardener content just to control the position here.
Hestler really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Gardener trying to control but Hestler is having none of it.
Hestler is trying to escape the mount.
Gardener takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hestler is desperately trying to improve his position but Gardener has a good base and remains in mount.
Gardener wants to control the pace but Hestler is squirming around nicely.
Gardener tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T4#
Hestler is working to get back to half guard.
Gardener controlling from mount.
Gardener looking to control but Hestler is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hestler tries to reverse the position but Gardener maintains control.
Gardener can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hestler is looking to escape.
Gardener sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Gardener tries to control but Hestler wriggling away. #T5#
Hestler tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Gardener tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Gardener has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Gardener's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Hestler wants to control but Gardener is having none of it.
Hestler 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.
Hestler wants to control but Gardener is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Hestler looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Gardener wants to take a breather but Hestler is having none of it.
Gardener trying to control the pace. #T6#
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hestler wants to control but Gardener is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Gardener wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hestler keeps working.
Hestler wants to get back to full guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Gardener in particular looking to stall.#T7#
Gardener frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Gardener (8) vs (0) Hestler
Hestler is squirming around, avoiding Gardener's attempts to control the action.
Gardener tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hestler tries to lock up and control but Gardener gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Gardener looking to control but Hestler is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Gardener content just to control the position here.
Gardener looking to control but Hestler is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Gardener sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T8#
Gardener wants to control the pace but Hestler is squirming around nicely.
Gardener tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Gardener wants to control the pace but Hestler is squirming around nicely.
Gardener is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Hestler is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T9#
Hestler is looking to get to half guard.
Gardener controlling the pace for now.
Gardener wants to control the pace but Hestler is squirming around nicely.
Hestler manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Gardener prevents Hestler from improving his position.
Gardener is taking a breather. Hestler 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.
Hestler is doing well to control the position and prevent Gardener from advancing to side control.#T10#
Hestler won't allow Gardener to pass to mount.
Gardener content to control rather than advance.
Hestler wants to control but Gardener is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Gardener moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Gardener (11) vs (0) Hestler
Hestler tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Gardener wants to control but Hestler is keeping him busy. #T11#
Hestler tries to bench press Gardener off him but Gardener keeps the position.
Gardener slows the pace down.
Hestler is trying to improve his position.
Gardener is looking to take a break and control but Hestler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Gardener tries to advance to mount but Hestler denies him.
Gardener is looking to take a break and control but Hestler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Gardener is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T12#
Hestler is not content to let Gardener control the position.
Hestler tries to improve position but can't.
Gardener works to advance to full mount. Hestler defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Gardener (13) vs (0) Hestler
Hestler is squirming around, avoiding Gardener's attempts to control the action.
Hestler is looking to improve his position but Gardener isn't that keen on the idea.
Gardener takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hestler tries to hold on but Gardener pushes him away.
Gardener can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hestler is looking to escape. #T13#
Hestler tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Gardener takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Gardener wants to control but Hestler has made it back to half guard. Nice work.
Gardener is stalling here. Hestler is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Gardener seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Hestler has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Gardener (13) vs (4) Hestler
Hestler is looking to take a break and control but Gardener is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Gardener is trying to control Hestler's posture but Hestler avoids it.
Gardener holds on to Hestler's head and controls the position momentarily. #T14#
Gardener wants to control but Hestler postures up.
Gardener is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Hestler off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Gardener (17) vs (4) Hestler
Gardener is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Gardener tries to keep control of the position but Hestler is staying busy.
Hestler just trying to survive but Gardener is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Gardener struggling to keep hold of the position.
Hestler rolls, trying to escape but Gardener keeps control of the position.
Hestler keeps trying to improve his position.
A lull in the action here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gardener controlling the position well here. Hestler rolled but Gardener kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Hestler is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Gardener off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gardener takes the fight on points by 17 to 4.
After winning the bout, Kael Gardener 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:
GFY 109 Mr. Amazing
Date: Feb 04, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 39 losses; Red Hestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 36 wins and 44 losses; Baki Hanma!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Frank Dennis and Stewart Dunkirk.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Hanma clinches up with Hestler and pushes him back against the ropes.#TD2#
Hanma pulls guard successfully.
Hestler will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB2#
Hanma is looking for a triangle but Hestler pushes his legs off easily.
Hestler trying to control but Hanma is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Hanma looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Hanma has his foot on Hestler's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hestler works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Hanma escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hestler gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Hestler controls from within his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hanma trying to keep a closed guard but Hestler is proving a slippery customer.
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Hanma is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Hestler looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Hestler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hanma swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Hanma is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Hestler slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hestler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hanma swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hestler engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T2#
Hanma is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB2#
Hanma working for a triangle but Hestler defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Hanma had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hestler defends it easily.#SUB2#
Hanma looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Hestler is stalling in the full guard.
Hestler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hanma swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hestler knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Hanma on the ground.#T3#
Hanma is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hestler is stalling in the full guard.
Hestler has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Hanma is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hanma can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hestler controls the pace.
Hanma manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hestler manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hestler (0) vs (2) Hanma
Hestler looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4#
Hestler can't keep his opponent in guard - Hanma advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hestler is trying to get back to full guard.
Hanma is keen to just control but Hestler is a slippery customer.
Hestler tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Hanma has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Hestler (0) vs (5) Hanma
Hestler is squirming around, avoiding Hanma's attempts to control the action. #T5#
Hestler is in all sorts of trouble here.
#SUB2#
Hanma has control of Hestler's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Hestler regains control of the situation pretty easily.
#SUB2#
Hanma has hold of Hestler's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Hestler manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
#SUB2#
Hanma is working for a guillotine from mount but Hestler frees his head quite easily.
Hestler is looking to improve his position but Hanma isn't that keen on the idea.
Hestler is working hard here to advance position.#T6##SUB2#
Hanma with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Hanma avoids the attempt from Hestler to control.#SUB2#
Hanma is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Hestler to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Hestler shrugs it off.
Hestler tries to reverse the position but Hanma maintains control.
Hanma controlling from the full mount.
Hestler is trying to escape the mount.
#SUB2#
Hanma swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Hestler is now in Hanma's guard. A big mistake from Hanma there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hestler (2) vs (5) Hanma#T7#
Hanma not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hanma wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Hestler is now in half guard. #SUB2#
Hanma looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hestler is trying to control. Hanma wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Hanma is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hestler pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Hanma actively working from the bottom here.
Hanma is looking for a sweep. Hestler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hestler is looking to advance position but Hanma won't allow it. #T8#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Hestler has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Hanma is looking to control Hestler's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hanma avoid being mounted?
Hanma wants to get back to full guard.
Hestler is just content to waste time from the top position. Hanma takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #SUB2#
Hanma has his foot on Hestler's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hestler works his way back into a safe position though.
Hestler is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB2#
Hestler has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Hanma to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Hestler is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Hanma pulls down on the head and he's put Hestler to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Baki Hanma!
In his post fight interview, Baki Hanma started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
GFY 108 No short conversations
Date: Jan 30, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 20 losses; The Emotionally Unavailable Cowboy! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 38 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, Gwen Towbar and Stewart Dunkirk.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Cowboy shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Hestler napping and manages to drive through into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Cowboy (4) vs (0) Hestler#SUB#
Cowboy wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Hestler, who protects the arm well.
Hestler is trying to control Cowboy's posture but Cowboy avoids it.
Cowboy trying to control the action but Hestler is working from the bottom.
Hestler trying his best to control but Cowboy has mounted him. Score +2 for reaching mount: Cowboy (6) vs (0) Hestler
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hestler bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cowboy (6) vs (2) Hestler
Hestler slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T1##SUB#
Cowboy is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Hestler wants to pass the guard but Cowboy is keeping the position.
Cowboy is trying to control the position but Hestler postures up.
Hestler looking to pass the guard.
Cowboy on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Cowboy tries to get out of the position.#SUB#
Cowboy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hestler doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hestler manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T2#
Hestler is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Hestler passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Cowboy (6) vs (5) Hestler
Cowboy tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hestler wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Hestler is looking to take a break and control but Cowboy is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hestler controlling from side mount. #T3#
Cowboy is looking for a sweep.
Cowboy manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Hestler slows the pace down in half guard. #T4#
Let's hope that Hestler has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Cowboy is trying to get back to full guard.#T5#
Cowboy is trying to control but can't.
#SUB#
Cowboy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hestler pulls his head out easily.
Hestler keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Cowboy is trying to control but can't.
#T6#
Hestler slows the pace down in half guard.
Cowboy is trying to control but can't.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hestler in particular looking to stall.
Hestler wants to free his trapped foot but Cowboy is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Cowboy trying to hold on to Hestler's head to control him but Hestler postures up.
#T7#
Cowboy makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Cowboy.
Cowboy working a defensive guard here.
Cowboy trying to control the position here.
Hestler trying to control but Cowboy is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Cowboy looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T8#
Hestler 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.
Cowboy is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T9#
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Cowboy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hestler won't allow Cowboy to sweep him here.
Cowboy pulls Hestler in close to prevent any damage.
Hestler controls from within his opponent's guard.
Cowboy looking to control.
#T10#
Hestler is stalling in the full guard.
Cowboy trying to control the position.
Hestler trying to control but Cowboy is working from the bottom.
Hestler is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Hestler postures up.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T11##SUB#
Cowboy working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Hestler has passed into half guard!
Hestler looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Hestler controlling the action here.
Hestler prevents Cowboy from improving his position.
Cowboy trying to control here.
#T12#
Cowboy tries to roll over but Hestler keeps him under control.
Hestler not doing much here.
Cowboy wants to improve his position but Hestler is controlling well.
Hestler content to control rather than advance. #T13#
Cowboy is looking for a sweep. Hestler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hestler perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Cowboy is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hestler is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB#
Cowboy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T14#
Cowboy desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Cowboy trying to control but Hestler postures up.
Hestler controlling the action here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Hestler.
And that's the end of the fight!
Cowboy takes the fight on points by 6 to 5. |
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Event:
GFY 107 Everybody but your dog
Date: Jan 25, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 89 wins and 137 losses; Tobias Pancake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 38 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, Andrew Berry and Phil Schofield.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Pancake tries for a takedown but Hestler sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Pancake tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Hestler defends well and Pancake ends up having to push Hestler into the ropes where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Pancake tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Hestler smiles and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tobias Pancake. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pancake is trying hard to land a takedown here. Hestler sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Hestler drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Pancake defends it well.#TD2#
Hestler shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Pancake's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Pancake (0) vs (2) Hestler
Hestler seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Pancake is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hestler is aware though and is defending well.
Hestler passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Pancake (0) vs (5) Hestler#T1#
Pancake is looking to regain half guard here but Hestler keeps moving and retains side control.
Pancake seems a little lost for a moment, as Hestler dominates the positioning.
Pancake might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Hestler's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T2#
Hestler working away.
You can see the frustration on Pancake's face as Hestler controls the position.
More stalling from Hestler.
Pancake struggling a bit here.#T3#
A lull in the action here as Hestler stalls from top position.#T4#
Let's hope that Hestler has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T5#
Hestler working away.
Hestler is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Pancake's shoulder. That is not cool.
Pancake tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Pancake trying to remain calm as Hestler controls from the top position.
Pancake tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hestler taking a breather here. #T6##T7#
It looks like Hestler might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Pancake is looking for a sweep.#T8#
Hestler slows the pace down.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Hestler.
Hestler with more of the same as he continues to hold on.#T9#
Yet more stalling tactics from Hestler.
Hestler working away.#T10#
Hestler moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Pancake tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T11#
A lull in the action here.
Pancake tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T12#
Hestler just content to control the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
You can see the frustration on Pancake's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hestler in side control, just content to control the action for now. #T13#
Pancake struggling a bit here.
Hestler moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Pancake tries to improve position but can't.
Pancake is letting Hestler control him for a moment. #T14#
Pancake is looking for a sweep.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hestler staying calm.
Pancake is trying to improve his position.
Pancake is breathing heavily.
Hestler slows the pace down.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Hestler wins on points by 5 to 0.
Red Hestler gave a mention to The Huntington New Age Wellness Community in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
GFY 106 U must B good w women
Date: Jan 20, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 37 losses; Red Hestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 49 wins and 30 losses; Chad Strdoza!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Wesley Smith and Tiny Johnson.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Hestler shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #CL2#
and Strdoza counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #TD2#
Strdoza pulls guard.
Hestler looking to sit in guard and control but Strdoza gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hestler (0) vs (2) Strdoza#SUB2#
Strdoza thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Hestler keeping moving, preventing Strdoza from controlling successfully.
Hestler is trying to control the position but Strdoza postures up.
Hestler will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hestler looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Strdoza looking to pass the guard.
Strdoza content to stall in guard here.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T1##SUB#
Hestler escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Strdoza gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Strdoza drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Hestler dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hestler (2) vs (2) Strdoza#SUB2#
Strdoza has his foot on Hestler's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hestler works his way back into a safe position though.
Strdoza keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully.
Strdoza wants to sweep here but Hestler controlling him for the moment.
Strdoza being controlled here, momentarily.
Our spies down at at Beating a Dead Horse to Death Again inform us that Strdoza has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T2##SUB2#
Hestler avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Strdoza is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Strdoza working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hestler doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Strdoza is tightening it up a little... Hestler has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Hestler reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Hestler taps out! Nice BJJ there by Strdoza!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Chad Strdoza!
Chad Strdoza thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
GFY 105 I expected a warning
Date: Jan 15, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Eliz Gracie! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 37 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Alan Glass and Daniel Franklin.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Hestler looking to score a takedown here. Gracie is defending well but Hestler drives through and ends up in Gracie's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gracie (0) vs (2) Hestler#SUB#
Gracie looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Gracie throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Gracie can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hestler controls the pace.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Gracie tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hestler wants to pass the guard but Gracie is keeping the position.#SUB#
Gracie is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Hestler slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Gracie (0) vs (5) Hestler
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hestler taking a breather here.
Gracie is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Kaptajnernes Træningscenter, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T1#
Gracie tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Gracie seems a little lost for a moment, as Hestler dominates the positioning.
Gracie is looking for a sweep.
Hestler just content to control the position.
Gracie is looking for a sweep.#T2#
Gracie manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Gracie is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hestler stalling.
Gracie wants to get back to full guard.
Hestler slows the pace down in half guard. #T3#
Gracie wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Gracie looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Hestler pushes past his half guard into mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Gracie (0) vs (8) Hestler
Hestler tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Gracie can't escape the position.
Hestler controlling from the full mount.
Gracie can't escape the position.
Hestler controlling the position easily from mount. #T4#
Let's hope that Hestler has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Gracie really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T5#
Hestler controlling his opponent.
Gracie is trying to escape the mount.
Hestler sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Gracie is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T6#
Hestler controlling the position easily from mount.
Gracie is looking to get to half guard.
Hestler sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Gracie can't escape the position.
Hestler controlling the pace for now. #T7#
Gracie tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hestler content just to control the position here.
Gracie tries to reverse the position but Hestler maintains control.
Hestler manages to capitalize on a mistake by Gracie to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Gracie (0) vs (11) Hestler
Hestler is riding his opponent, not letting Gracie buck him off.
Hestler keeps control of the position as Gracie tries to break free.
Hestler biding his time, controlling Gracie.
Gracie tries to escape the position.
#T8#
Hestler controlling from the back.
Gracie tries to escape but Hestler has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Hestler controlling from the back.
Gracie rolls, trying to escape but Hestler keeps control of the position.
Good control from Hestler.
Gracie is trying to break free.
Gracie is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Gracie is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Good control from Hestler.#T9#
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Hestler.
Hestler has the hooks in. Gracie is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
You can see the frustration on Gracie's face� He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T10#
What can Gracie do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Gracie is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Hestler controlling from the back.
Gracie is in bad spot here.
Hestler has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Gracie's body.
Hestler's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T11#
Gracie is really stuck here.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Gracie is really stuck here.
Hestler is riding his opponent, not letting Gracie buck him off.
It looks like Hestler might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T12#
Gracie tries to roll but Hestler sticks to his back.
Gracie is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Hestler.
Hestler has the hooks in. Gracie is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Hestler is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
I really don't envy Gracie right now.
#T13#
Gracie is working hard here to advance position.
Hestler is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Yet more stalling tactics from Hestler.
Gracie is trying to break free.
Hestler trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Gracie doesn't escape. #T14#
Hestler doesn't have the hooks in and Gracie manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gracie (2) vs (11) Hestler
Hestler working a defensive guard here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gracie trying to control the position from guard on top but Hestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hestler wins on points by 11 to 2.
Red Hestler managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, The Huntington New Age Wellness Community , into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
GFY 104 I can go 2 bingo 2day
Date: Jan 10, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 35 wins and 44 losses; Filmore Everett! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 36 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Frank Antenori and Jack Bonds.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Hestler clinches. #TD#
Everett lands a takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Everett (2) vs (0) Hestler
Everett trying to control the position from guard on top but Hestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Everett tries to free his leg and advance position but Hestler is retaining full guard.
Hestler keeping moving, preventing Everett from controlling successfully.
Everett pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hestler is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Everett passes Hestler's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T1#
Hestler is looking to control Everett's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hestler avoid being mounted?
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Everett works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Everett (5) vs (0) Hestler#SUB#
Everett looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Hestler tries to reverse the position but Everett maintains control.#T2#
Everett is trying to control here but Hestler has managed to regain half guard.
#SUB#
Everett is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Everett wants to control but Hestler is keeping him busy.
Hestler tries to roll over but Everett keeps him under control.#T3#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hestler is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Everett performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB#
Everett is looking for a kimura but Hestler is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Everett to get the leverage.
Everett trying to control the pace.
Everett seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hestler does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T4#
Hestler wants to improve his position but Everett is controlling well.
Everett trying to mount his opponent but Hestler defends it.
Hestler is refusing to be controlled, as Everett sits in half guard. #SUB#
Everett is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Hestler doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Everett.
Hestler wants to control but Everett is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T5##SUB#
Everett is looking for a kimura here.
Hestler is trying to get back to full guard.
Hestler is trying to control but Everett passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Everett (8) vs (0) Hestler
Everett trying to control the action but Hestler is working from the bottom. #T6#
Hestler tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Everett wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
Everett is trying to get an arm triangle but Hestler is defending well.
The referee asks Everett politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Everett prefers to stall for the moment though.
Hestler manages to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Everett seems to be working for a kimura but Hestler defends the submission attempt.
Hestler tries to roll over but Everett keeps him under control.#T7#
Everett moves into full mount! Hestler won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Everett (11) vs (0) Hestler
Hestler is looking to improve his position but Everett isn't that keen on the idea.
Everett wants to control the pace but Hestler is squirming around nicely.
Hestler tries to lock up and control but Everett gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Everett takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T8##SUB#
Everett looking to secure an arm triangle but Hestler defends it well.
Hestler wants to hold on but Everett pushes him away.
Everett controlling the position easily from mount.
Hestler tries to hold on but Everett pushes him away. #T9#
Hestler might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Everett haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Hestler sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Everett wants to pass to mount but Hestler is defending the position.
Everett is taking a breather. Hestler 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.
Hestler is looking to control Everett's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hestler avoid being mounted?
Everett passes into side control, despite Hestler's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Everett (14) vs (0) Hestler
You can see the frustration on Hestler's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T10#
Everett advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Everett (16) vs (0) Hestler
Hestler tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hestler is squirming around, avoiding Everett's attempts to control the action.
Hestler is trying desperately to improve position.#SUB#
Everett has control of Hestler's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Hestler regains control of the situation pretty easily.
#T11#
Everett content just to control the position here.
Hestler is desperately trying to improve his position but Everett has a good base and remains in mount.
Everett trying to control but Hestler is having none of it.
Hestler is trying desperately to improve position.#T12#
Everett trying to control but Hestler is having none of it.
Hestler wants to control but Everett is having none of it.#SUB#
Hestler defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Everett.
Everett can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hestler is looking to escape. #T13##SUB#
Everett looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Everett working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Everett wants to control the pace but Hestler is squirming around nicely.
Hestler is trying to escape the mount.
Everett content just to control the position here. #T14#
Hestler is working to get back to half guard.
Everett trying to control but Hestler is having none of it.
Hestler holds on for dear life.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hestler keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Everett takes the fight on points by 16 to 0.
Filmore Everett really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that The Huntington New Age Wellness Community logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
GFY 102 Wear What You Dig
Date: Dec 30, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 0 losses; Yuki Shimada! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 36 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Robert Twigg and Daniel Franklin.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Shimada will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Shimada shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Hestler pinned against the ropes. Hestler gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #CL2#
Hestler moves into the clinch.
Shimada is looking for a takedown up against the ropes. Hestler gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Yuki Shimada. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Shimada looking for a takedown. #TD2#
Hestler pulls guard effortlessly.
Hestler is looking to sweep but instead, Shimada has passed into half guard.
Shimada trying to control from half guard but Hestler is working away.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hestler gets full guard.#T1#
Hestler is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Shimada (0) vs (2) Hestler
Shimada makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Shimada.
Hestler looking to pass the guard.
Hestler controlling from the top position. #T2#
Hestler's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Shimada managing to control the position.
Shimada is trying to control the position but Hestler postures up.
Hestler showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Shimada looking for a sweep. Not yet Shimada, not yet. #T3#
Shimada keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully.
Hestler is stalling in the full guard.
Shimada working a defensive guard here.
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Shimada is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Shimada tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T4#
Hestler engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Shimada keeping full guard, as Hestler tries to pass.
Hestler is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Shimada not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T5#
Hestler wants to control from the top but Shimada keeps moving.
Hestler is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Hestler wants to control from the top but Shimada keeps moving.
Hestler is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T6#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hestler looking to sit in guard and control but Shimada gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Shimada (2) vs (2) Hestler
Hestler seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Hestler is trying to keep Shimada in close.
#T7#
Hestler being controlled here, momentarily.
Hestler working a defensive guard here.
Hestler keeping moving, preventing Shimada from controlling successfully.
Hestler has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Shimada has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Shimada (5) vs (2) Hestler#T8#
Hestler is trying to improve his position.
Hestler regains half guard.
Hestler is not content to let Shimada control the position.
Shimada is taking a breather. Hestler 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#
Hestler looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T9#
Hestler is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Shimada wants to free his trapped foot but Hestler is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Hestler is trying is best to control the position here. #T10#
Shimada wants to take a breather but Hestler is having none of it.
Shimada looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Hestler tries to get to full guard but Shimada has control of the leg.
Hestler is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Shimada's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Shimada's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Shimada (5) vs (6) Hestler
Hestler is not going to allow Shimada to sit and survive in this position.
Hestler really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Shimada.
Shimada tries to break free.
#T11#
Hestler looking to hold on to the position here but Shimada rolls and ends up regaining guard.
Hestler passes into half guard.
Hestler is keen to just control but Shimada is a slippery customer.
Shimada definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T12#
Shimada is looking to improve his position.
Hestler is controlling the pace.
#T13#
Shimada is looking for a sweep. Hestler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hestler controlling the action here.
Let's hope that Hestler has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Hestler trying to advance position but Shimada counters by regaining guard.
Shimada keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully.
Shimada pulls Hestler in close to his closed guard and prevents Hestler from doing any damage or advancing position.#T14#
Hestler wants to control from the top but Shimada keeps moving.
Hestler must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Shimada can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hestler controls the pace.
Shimada is trying to keep Hestler in close.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hestler 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.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hestler wins on points by 6 to 5.
Red Hestler managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, The Huntington New Age Wellness Community , into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
GFY 100 Fuck Albertsons
Date: Dec 20, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 35 losses; Red Hestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 36 wins and 43 losses; Domingo The Flamingo!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Alan Glass and Frank Dennis.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
The Flamingo closes the distance and clinches.#TD2#
The Flamingo drags the fight down to the ground.
The Flamingo controlling Hestler's posture.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
The Flamingo wants to sweep here but Hestler controlling him for the moment.
Hestler wants to control from the top but The Flamingo keeps moving. #SUB2#
The Flamingo has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hestler can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Flamingo seems keen to control Hestler's posture.#T1#
The Flamingo looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hestler is one step ahead there.
The Flamingo is trying to control the position but Hestler postures up.
Hestler wants to control from the top but The Flamingo keeps moving. #SUB2#
The Flamingo looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The Flamingo keeping full guard, as Hestler tries to pass. #T2#
Hestler is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The Flamingo not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The Flamingo has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Hestler works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Hestler is keen to just control but The Flamingo is a slippery customer.
The Flamingo is looking for a sweep. Hestler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The Flamingo is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T3#
Hestler with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
The Flamingo wants to improve his position but Hestler is controlling well.
The Flamingo gets back to full guard.
The Flamingo is trying to control the position but Hestler postures up. #SUB2#
The Flamingo working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hestler doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hestler manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Hestler wants to control from the top but The Flamingo keeps moving. #T4#
Hestler content to stall in guard here.
The Flamingo wants to sweep here but Hestler controlling him for the moment.
Hestler looking to sit in guard and control but The Flamingo gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hestler (0) vs (2) The Flamingo
The Flamingo 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. #T5#
It looks like The Flamingo might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#SUB#
Hestler had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. The Flamingo defends it easily.
Hestler is looking to sweep but instead, The Flamingo has passed into half guard.
Hestler is looking for a sweep. The Flamingo is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
The Flamingo is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The Flamingo looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T6#
Hestler is staying active underneath The Flamingo, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Hestler tries to roll over but The Flamingo keeps him under control.
Hestler is working hard here to advance position.
The Flamingo sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Hestler is pressing down on The Flamingo's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T7#
The Flamingo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hestler swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hestler working a defensive guard but The Flamingo passes into half guard.
The Flamingo is looking to take a break and control but Hestler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T8##SUB2#
The Flamingo is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Hestler is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
The Flamingo is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Hestler doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time The Flamingo.
The Flamingo is thwarting Hestler's attempts to control the position.#T9#
The Flamingo is controlling the pace.
Hestler is looking to control The Flamingo's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hestler avoid being mounted?
Hestler tries to roll over but The Flamingo keeps him under control.
The Flamingo is trying to control the action in half guard but Hestler is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T10#
The Flamingo is pressing down on Hestler's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hestler is holding on for now.
The Flamingo is keen to just control but Hestler is a slippery customer.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
The Flamingo wants to free his trapped foot but Hestler is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The Flamingo is thwarting Hestler's attempts to control the position.
Hestler is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.#T11##SUB#
Hestler looking for submissions off his back.
The Flamingo is trying to control. Hestler wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hestler wants to control but The Flamingo is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The Flamingo seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hestler does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The Flamingo wants to pass the guard but Hestler is defending well.
Hestler moves into full guard.
The Flamingo controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T12#
The Flamingo forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
The Flamingo is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hestler has managed to free his arm - good work.
Hestler tries to roll over but The Flamingo keeps him under control.#T13#
Hestler trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Hestler (0) vs (5) The Flamingo
Hestler working to try and regain half guard.
The Flamingo trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Hestler tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T14#
Hestler wants to hold on but The Flamingo pushes him away.#SUB2#
The Flamingo is working for a guillotine from mount but Hestler frees his head quite easily.
Hestler tries to improve his position but instead The Flamingo has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hestler (0) vs (8) The Flamingo
The Flamingo controls the position.
Hestler rolls, trying to escape but The Flamingo keeps control of the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The Flamingo trying to control momentarily.
Hestler trying to control but not successfully.
And that's the end of the fight!
The Flamingo wins on points by 8 to 0.
Domingo The Flamingo seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
GFY 97 - Nice haircut bro!
Date: Dec 06, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 32 wins and 36 losses; Baki Hanma! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 34 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Stewart Dunkirk and George Francis.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Hestler shoots in and gets a takedown into Hanma's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hanma (0) vs (2) Hestler
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hanma working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Hanma throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Hanma keeping full guard, as Hestler tries to pass.
Hestler wants to control from the top but Hanma keeps moving.
Hanma working a defensive guard but Hestler passes into half guard.
#SUB#
Hanma looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Hanma is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hestler pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Hanma is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hestler pulls his head out easily. #T1#
Hanma is refusing to be controlled, as Hestler sits in half guard.
Hanma is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Gonzasco Hydropathy, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Hestler is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hanma wants to control but Hestler is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hestler trying to control from half guard but Hanma is working away.
Hestler is looking to advance position but Hanma won't allow it.
Hanma is trying is best to control the position here.
Hestler is trying to control the action in half guard but Hanma is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Hanma is trying to control but can't.
Hestler is trying to control. Hanma wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hanma trying to control but Hestler postures up.
#T2#
Hestler trying to control from half guard but Hanma is working away.
Hanma is looking to control Hestler's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hanma avoid being mounted?
Hestler seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hanma does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Hestler is thwarting Hanma's attempts to control the position.
Hestler wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hanma keeps working.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Hestler wants to take a breather but Hanma is having none of it.
Hanma trying to control from the bottom.
Hanma might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Hestler wants to pass to mount but Hanma is defending the position. #T3#
Hanma tries to roll over but Hestler keeps him under control.
Hanma gets back to full guard.
#SUB#
Hanma throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Hanma looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Hanma looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Hanma is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hanma wants to sweep here but Hestler controlling him for the moment. #T4#
Hanma seems keen to control Hestler's posture.
Hestler really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Hanma. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Hanma trying to control the position.
#SUB#
Hanma has his foot on Hestler's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hestler works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Hanma is looking for a triangle but Hestler pushes his legs off easily.
Hestler must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Hestler slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hestler wants to control from the top but Hanma keeps moving. #T5##SUB#
Hanma is looking for a triangle but Hestler pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Hanma working for a triangle but Hestler defends it easily.
Hestler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hanma looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hanma is trying to control the position but Hestler postures up.
Hestler is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Hanma looking to control.
#T6##SUB#
Hanma had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hestler defends it easily.#SUB#
Hanma is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hestler defends well.
Hestler wants to control from the top but Hanma keeps moving. #SUB#
Hanma working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hestler doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hestler manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Hanma is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hestler is aware though and is defending well.#T7#
Hanma is trying to keep Hestler in close.
#SUB#
Hanma is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hestler defends well.
Hestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hanma is keeping the position for now.
Hanma controls Hestler momentarily but Hestler frees himself. #SUB#
Hanma is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Hestler wants to control from the top but Hanma keeps moving.
Hestler seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #T8##SUB#
Hanma working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hestler doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hestler manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Hanma is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hestler is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
It looks like Hestler might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Hanma keeping full guard, as Hestler tries to pass. #SUB#
Hanma throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T9##SUB#
Hanma is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hestler is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Hanma is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hestler defends well.
Hestler wants to control from the top but Hanma keeps moving.
Hestler controls from within his opponent's guard.
Hanma keeping full guard, as Hestler tries to pass. #SUB#
Hanma looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T10##SUB#
Hanma had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hestler defends it easily.
Hanma keeping full guard, as Hestler tries to pass.
Hestler is looking to advance position but Hanma has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hanma (4) vs (2) Hestler
Hanma takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hestler really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#SUB#
Hanma looking to secure an arm triangle but Hestler defends it well.
Hestler sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T11#
Hanma wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hestler keeps working.
Hestler is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hanma perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Hestler gets back to full guard.
Hanma tries to free his leg and advance position but Hestler is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Hanma drops back looking for a leg! Hestler is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Hestler manages to kick Hanma off! Hanma jumps back into Hestler's guard.
Hestler seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T12#
Hanma stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hestler swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hanma works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Hestler tries to roll over but Hanma keeps him under control.
Hestler trying to hold on to Hanma's head to control him but Hanma postures up.
#SUB#
Hanma wants to work for an arm triangle but Hestler is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Hanma trying to mount his opponent but Hestler defends it. #T13#
Hanma prevents Hestler from improving his position.
Hanma is looking to advance position but Hestler won't allow it.
Hestler tries to roll over but Hanma keeps him under control.#SUB#
Hanma seems to be looking for submissions.
Hanma trying to control from half guard but Hestler is working away.
Hanma is thwarting Hestler's attempts to control the position.
Hanma is trying to control the action in half guard but Hestler is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T14##SUB#
Hanma is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Hestler doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Hanma. #SUB#
Hanma is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Hestler is not content to let Hanma control the position.
Hanma prevents Hestler from improving his position.
Hestler is trying to maintain the position but Hanma is very close to passing his half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Hestler is defending against the submission attempts here by Hanma.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hanma takes the fight on points by 4 to 2.
Baki Hanma bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
GFY 96 - With you I'm not shy
Date: Dec 02, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 0 losses; Yuki Shimada! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 33 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Gwen Towbar and Cecil Peabody.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Hestler darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Shimada (0) vs (2) Hestler
Hestler trying to advance position but Shimada counters by regaining guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hestler won't allow Shimada to sweep him here.
Hestler is looking to advance position but Shimada has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Shimada (4) vs (2) Hestler
Hestler tries to lock up and control but Shimada gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shimada fails to take his opponent's back.
Hestler is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T1#
Hestler tries to hold on but Shimada postures up.
Hestler is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Shimada is staying active.
Shimada looking to control but Hestler is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hestler can't escape the position.
#SUB#
Shimada with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Hestler is trying desperately to improve position.#T2#
Shimada wants to control the pace but Hestler is squirming around nicely.
Shimada takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hestler is just holding on here. Shimada manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Shimada (7) vs (2) Hestler#T3#
Hestler is trying to break free.
Shimada seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Hestler fending off the submission attempt from Shimada.
Hestler turns into Shimada and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Shimada (7) vs (4) Hestler
Shimada keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully.
Hestler seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #T4#
Shimada wants to control the position but Hestler says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hestler is taking a breather. Shimada 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.
Shimada works his way to full guard. Good work.
Shimada can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hestler controls the pace.#T5#
Shimada is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Hestler controls from within his opponent's guard.
Shimada trying to control the position.
#T6##SUB#
Shimada is looking for a triangle but Hestler pushes his legs off easily.
Hestler must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Hestler is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T7#
Shimada wants to sweep but no luck.
Shimada keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully.
Hestler 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.
Let's hope that Hestler has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T8#
It looks like Hestler might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Shimada working a defensive guard but Hestler manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Shimada (7) vs (7) Hestler
Hestler controls the position. #T9#
Hestler wants to lay and pray for a moment but Shimada keeps working.
Shimada struggling a bit here.
Hestler controlling the position from side mount.
Shimada is not content to let Hestler control the position. #T10#
Hestler in side control, just content to control the action for now. #T11#
Shimada is not content to let Hestler control the position.
Shimada is trying to improve his position.
Shimada is not content to let Hestler control the position.
Hestler might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Shimada haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T12#
Hestler happy to just control the position for now.
Shimada wants to control but Hestler postures up.
Hestler content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T13#
Hestler is continuing to stall.
Hestler wants to lay and pray for a moment but Shimada keeps working. #T14#
The referee asks Hestler politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Hestler prefers to stall for the moment though.
Shimada is trying to get back to half guard.
Hestler happy to just control the position for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Shimada gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Shimada takes the fight on points by 8 to 7. |
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Event:
GFY 93 - The Doorbell of Love
Date: Nov 18, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 2 losses; Jack Williams! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 32 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Franklin, George Francis and Frank Dennis.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Hestler shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Williams's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Williams (0) vs (2) Hestler
Hestler showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB#
Williams is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hestler is aware though and is defending well.
Williams is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Williams has his foot on Hestler's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hestler works his way back into a safe position though.
Hestler won't allow Williams to sweep him here.
Hestler controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T1#
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Williams trying to keep a closed guard but Hestler is proving a slippery customer.
Hestler trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Williams manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Williams (2) vs (2) Hestler#T2#
Hestler wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Hestler wants to sweep but no luck.
Hestler pulls Williams in close to prevent any damage.
Williams 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.
Williams trying to control the position from guard on top but Hestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hestler looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T3##SUB2#
Hestler escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Williams gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Hestler looking for subs off his back but Williams has passed one foot through into half guard.
Hestler is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Hestler is trying to control but Williams manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Williams (5) vs (2) Hestler#T4#
Hestler looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Williams (8) vs (2) Hestler
Williams keeps control of the position as Hestler tries to break free.
Williams trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Hestler is trying to break free.
Hestler just trying to survive but Williams is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #T5#
Hestler wants to escape the position.
Hestler keeps trying to improve his position.
Williams biding his time, looking for the opening.
Hestler breaks Williams's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Williams (8) vs (4) Hestler
Hestler slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Williams is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T6#
Hestler won't allow Williams to sweep him here.
Hestler wants to control from the top but Williams keeps moving.
Hestler is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Hestler must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Williams keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully.
Hestler not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T7##SUB#
Williams escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hestler gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Hestler stays in close to Williams's body and controls the position.
Williams is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T8#
Hestler slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Williams (8) vs (7) Hestler
Williams is looking for a sweep.
Hestler taking a breather here.
Hestler's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T9#
You can see the frustration on Williams's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Williams is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Hestler trying to pass the guard but Williams defending well.
Hestler keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Let's hope that Hestler has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Williams wants to get back to full guard.#T10#
Hestler looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Williams tries to get to full guard but Hestler has control of the leg.
Williams is trying to maintain the position but Hestler is very close to passing his half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Williams wants to get back to full guard but Hestler has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Williams (8) vs (10) Hestler#T11#
You can see the frustration on Williams's face as Hestler controls the position.
Williams can't do much from the bottom here.
Hestler staying calm.
Williams tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hestler wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T12#
Williams is being controlled here.
It looks like Hestler might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Williams manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Williams is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hestler's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hestler's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Williams (12) vs (10) Hestler#T13#
Hestler trying to control the hands but Williams breaks the grip.
Hestler staying busy and making it hard for Williams to control.
Hestler rolls, trying to escape but Williams keeps control of the position.
Hestler is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Williams off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
A lull in the action here.
Hestler is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T14#
Will Williams go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Hestler trying to control the position but Williams manages to sink in the hooks.
Hestler turns into Williams and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Williams (12) vs (12) Hestler
Williams is trying to control the position but Hestler postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Williams keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully.
Hestler is stalling in the full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Williams gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Williams takes the fight on points by 13 to 12.
Jumping up and down and very excited, Jack Williams waved his t-shirt featuring Kersikov's Vitamin Clinic (160)'s logo in front of the cameras. |
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Event:
GFY 91 - Thrw out Larrys fruit
Date: Nov 08, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Gilberto Burke! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 32 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Tiny Johnson and Gwen Towbar.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Hestler is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Burke's half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Burke (0) vs (2) Hestler
Hestler is controlling the pace.
Hestler wants to free his trapped foot but Burke is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Burke looking for submissions off his back.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB#
Burke looking for submissions off his back.#T1#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
It looks like Hestler might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Burke manages to get to full guard.
Hestler trying to control but Burke is working from the bottom.
Burke looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#T2#
Hestler is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB#
Burke had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hestler defends it easily.
Hestler slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Burke looking for a guillotine here but Hestler defends easily.
Hestler sitting in guard here, content to control. #T3##SUB#
Burke has his foot on Hestler's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hestler works his way back into a safe position though.
Hestler controlling from the top position.
Hestler's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T4#
Hestler works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T5#
Hestler prevents Burke from improving his position.
Hestler is controlling the pace.
Burke tries to roll over but Hestler keeps him under control.
Hestler with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hestler frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Burke (0) vs (5) Hestler
Hestler content just to control the position here. #T6#
Burke wants to control but Hestler is having none of it.
Burke is controlling an arm, preventing Hestler from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Hestler tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Burke is desperately trying to improve his position but Hestler has a good base and remains in mount.#T7#
Hestler wants to control the pace but Burke is squirming around nicely.
Burke has given up his back - I don�t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
Score +3 for taking back: Burke (0) vs (8) Hestler
Hestler keeps control of the position easily here as Burke tries to buck him off.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Hestler's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
I really don't envy Burke right now.
Hestler trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Burke doesn't escape.
Burke trying to control but not successfully. #T8#
What can Burke do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Burke tries to escape but Hestler has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Hestler trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Hestler is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
More stalling from Hestler.#T9#
Burke is keeping busy.
Hestler is riding his opponent, not letting Burke buck him off.
Hestler avoiding Burke 's attempts to control his hands.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Burke prevents Hestler from getting a body triangle.
Hestler keeps control of the position as Burke tries to break free.
Hestler struggling to keep hold of the position.
#T10#
Hestler controls the action.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Hestler's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Hestler slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Burke wants to escape the position.
Hestler is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Burke wants to control his opponent's hands but Hestler gets his hands free. #T11#
Hestler is hanging on to Burke's back as he tries to escape.
Burke is breathing heavily.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Burke rolls, trying to escape but Hestler keeps control of the position.
Hestler slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Hestler tries to get the hooks in deep but Burke pushed the leg off.
Hestler has good solid back control here.
Burke tries to escape the position.
Hestler is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
#T12#
I really don't envy Burke right now.
Hestler has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Burke's body.
Well,Burke is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Burke looking very determined here, making life difficult for Hestler.
Hestler controlling from the back.#T13#
Burke staying busy and making it hard for Hestler to control.
Hestler really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Burke.
Hestler struggling to keep hold of the position.
Hestler controls the position.
Hestler is continuing to stall.#T14#
Burke breaks Hestler's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Burke (2) vs (8) Hestler
Hestler trying to keep a closed guard but Burke is proving a slippery customer.
Hestler is trying to hold Burke in close to prevent damage but Burke has managed to pass into half guard.
Hestler wants to control but Burke is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Burke is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Hestler doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Burke.
Hestler is looking for a sweep. Burke is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hestler wins on points by 8 to 2.
Red Hestler managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, The Huntington New Age Wellness Community , into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
GFY 89 - Don't cost me money!
Date: Oct 30, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 31 losses; Red Hestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 43 wins and 24 losses; Trip Fontaine!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Stewart Dunkirk and Gwen Towbar.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hestler changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Fontaine tries to avoid it but Hestler manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Fontaine to the ground. Fontaine escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Fontaine enables Hestler to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Fontaine manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hestler (2) vs (0) Fontaine
Fontaine is trying to keep Hestler in close.
Hestler content to stall in guard here.
Hestler has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Fontaine is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hestler wants to control from the top but Fontaine keeps moving.
Hestler content to stall in guard here. #T1#
Fontaine keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully.
Hestler postures up.
Hestler wants to control from the top but Fontaine keeps moving.
Fontaine has control of Hestler's left arm, preventing Hestler from doing any damage.
Fontaine's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Fontaine keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully. #T2#
Fontaine looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hestler looking to sit in guard and control but Fontaine gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hestler (2) vs (2) Fontaine
Hestler working a defensive guard but Fontaine manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hestler (2) vs (5) Fontaine
Hestler tries to buck Fontaine off but Fontaine is having none of it.
Fontaine is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Fontaine is looking to take a break and control but Hestler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hestler is trying to improve his position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T3#
Fontaine wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hestler keeps working. #SUB2#
Fontaine is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Hestler has escaped the position, nice work there.
Hestler is trying to improve his position.
Hestler knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Fontaine on the ground.#T4#
Hestler is not content to let Fontaine control the position.
Hestler on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Hestler tries to get out of the position.#SUB2#
Fontaine is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Hestler has escaped the position, nice work there.
Hestler wants to control but Fontaine postures up.
Hestler looking for a sweep but Fontaine has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hestler (2) vs (7) Fontaine
Fontaine wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Hestler is squirming around, avoiding Fontaine's attempts to control the action. #T5##T6#
Fontaine looking to control and managing it successfully.
Fontaine wants to take his opponent's back but Hestler doesn't allow it.
Fontaine trying to control but Hestler is having none of it.
Hestler is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T7##SUB2#
Fontaine quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for Fontaine but it's paid off an Hestler is forced to tap! Nice work by Fontaine.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Trip Fontaine!
Trip Fontaine very nearly forgot to thank The Huntington New Age Wellness Community amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you. |
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Event:
GFY 88 - Theft of the plant
Date: Oct 25, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 31 losses; Ceferino Garcia! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 31 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Alan Glass and Frank Dennis.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Hestler looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Garcia! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Garcia (0) vs (4) Hestler
Garcia tries to buck Hestler off but Hestler is having none of it.
Garcia manages to get back to half guard.
Hestler keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Garcia definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Hestler wants to free his trapped foot but Garcia is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Garcia is not content to let Hestler control the position.
Garcia is trying is best to control the position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Garcia wants to control but Hestler is keeping busy.
Garcia wants to improve his position but Hestler is controlling well.
Garcia might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Garcia is working hard here to advance position.#T1#
Hestler is keen to just control but Garcia is a slippery customer.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hestler in particular looking to stall.
It looks like Hestler might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Hestler trying to control from half guard but Garcia is working away.
Garcia is looking for a sweep. Hestler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hestler takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T2#
Garcia has his hands clasped together around Hestler's back. He's all about the action.
Garcia is trying to control but can't.
Hestler looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Garcia controlling the position for now.
Garcia tries to get to full guard but Hestler has control of the leg.
Hestler trying to control the pace.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hestler wants to free his trapped foot but Garcia is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T3#
Hestler not doing much here.
Garcia keeping hold of Hestler's head, controlling as best he can.
Hestler is keen to just control but Garcia is a slippery customer.
Garcia wants to get back to full guard.
Hestler controlling the pace.
Garcia wants to get back to full guard.#T4#
Hestler with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Garcia is looking to control Hestler's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Garcia avoid being mounted?
Hestler is keen to just control but Garcia is a slippery customer.
Garcia has his hands clasped together around Hestler's back. He's all about the action.
Hestler wants to free his trapped foot but Garcia is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Garcia tries to roll over but Hestler keeps him under control.
Hestler controlling the action here.
Hestler is thwarting Garcia's attempts to control the position.#T5#
The fighters are battling for position here. Garcia manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Garcia wants to sweep here but Hestler controlling him for the moment.
Hestler looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Garcia 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.
Garcia trying to keep a closed guard but Hestler is proving a slippery customer.
Garcia keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully.
Hestler is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T6#
Garcia trying to control the position.
Hestler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Garcia swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Garcia pulls Hestler in close to prevent any damage.
Hestler is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Garcia controlling the position.
Garcia looking for a sweep. Not yet Garcia, not yet.
Garcia working a defensive guard here.
Garcia keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully. #T7#
Garcia is trying to control the position but Hestler postures up.
Garcia tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Garcia has Hestler pulled in close to control his posture.
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Garcia is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Garcia not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hestler trying to control but Garcia is working from the bottom.
Garcia is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T8#
Garcia keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully.
Garcia is trying to control the position but Hestler postures up.
Hestler must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Garcia is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hestler pushing down on Garcia's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Garcia moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Hestler trying to control but Garcia is working from the bottom.
Hestler seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #T9#
Hestler postures up.
Hestler being controlled here momentarily.
Hestler preventing the sweep.
Garcia not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Garcia is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Garcia is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T10#
Hestler trying to control but Garcia is working from the bottom.
Hestler engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Hestler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Garcia wants to sweep but no luck.
Garcia is controlling Hestler's posture.
Garcia looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hestler is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Hestler wants to control from the top but Garcia keeps moving. #T11#
Garcia is trying to control the position but Hestler postures up.
Garcia looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hestler sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Garcia seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Garcia keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully.
Hestler is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Garcia has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Hestler passes Garcia's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T12#
Garcia trying to control from the bottom.
Hestler passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Garcia! Score +3 for passing guard: Garcia (0) vs (7) Hestler
Garcia working to try and regain half guard.
Hestler tries to control but Garcia wriggling away.
Garcia really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T13#
Garcia is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Garcia is wriggling around trying to escape.
Garcia is squirming around, avoiding Hestler's attempts to control the action.
Hestler looking to control and managing it successfully.
Garcia is controlling an arm, preventing Hestler from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Garcia is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Hestler takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Garcia tries to hold on but Hestler pushes him away. #T14#
Garcia is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Garcia manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Hestler is trying to control the action in half guard but Garcia is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hestler in particular looking to stall.
Garcia trying to control here.
Garcia is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hestler is trying to control the action in half guard but Garcia is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Garcia is looking to improve his position.
Hestler is thwarting Garcia's attempts to control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hestler wins on points by 7 to 0.
Jumping up and down and very excited, Red Hestler waved his t-shirt featuring The Huntington New Age Wellness Community 's logo in front of the cameras. |
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Event:
GFY 87 - Poop sticker
Date: Oct 20, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 7 losses; The Emotionally Unavailable Cowboy! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 31 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Chris Downing and Daniel Franklin.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Cowboy tries to clinch up but Hestler circles away and keeps his distance.
Hestler steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Cowboy.#CL2#
Hestler closes the distance and pushes Cowboy back into the ropes.
Cowboy is trying to pull guard but Hestler turns him against the ropes and we stay in the clinch.#TD2#
Hestler gets a trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Cowboy (0) vs (2) Hestler
Hestler perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Cowboy is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hestler controlling the action here.
Let's hope that Hestler has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hestler wants to take a breather but Cowboy is having none of it. #T1#
Cowboy is looking for a sweep. Hestler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hestler performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Cowboy is looking to improve his position.
Hestler controlling the action here.
Hestler wants to free his trapped foot but Cowboy is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T2#
Hestler seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB#
Cowboy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hestler passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Cowboy (0) vs (5) Hestler
Hestler wants to control but Cowboy is keeping him busy.
Hestler is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Cowboy will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T3#
Hestler trying to control the action but Cowboy is working from the bottom.
Cowboy is trying to get back to half guard.
Hestler staying calm.
Cowboy struggling a bit here.#T4#
Hestler slows the pace down.
Cowboy is trying to get back to half guard.
Cowboy is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hestler's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Hestler passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Cowboy (0) vs (8) Hestler
Cowboy is not content to let Hestler control the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T5#
Cowboy keeps Hestler under control for a moment.
Hestler wants to lay and pray for a moment but Cowboy keeps working.
Cowboy is looking to reverse the position.
The referee asks Hestler politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Hestler prefers to stall for the moment though.
Cowboy tries to bench press Hestler off him but Hestler keeps the position. #T6#
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Hestler trying to control the action but Cowboy is working from the bottom.
Hestler just content to control the position.
Hestler wants to control but Cowboy is keeping him busy. #T7#
The referee asks Hestler politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Hestler prefers to stall for the moment though.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Hestler.
Cowboy tries to buck Hestler off but Hestler is having none of it.
Cowboy is letting Hestler control him for a moment. #T8#
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hestler wants to control but Cowboy is keeping him busy.
Cowboy on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Cowboy tries to get out of the position.
Cowboy tries to improve position but can't.
Hestler slows the pace down. #T9#
Cowboy is not content to let Hestler control the position.
Cowboy is trying to improve his position.
Cowboy is trying to control Hestler's posture but Hestler avoids it.
Hestler controlling the position from side mount.
Hestler trying to control the action but Cowboy is working from the bottom. #T10#
Cowboy can't do much from the bottom here.
Cowboy is trying to get back to half guard.#T11#
A lull in the action here.
Cowboy is not content to let Hestler control the position.
Cowboy tries to bench press Hestler off him but Hestler keeps the position.
Hestler wants to lay and pray for a moment but Cowboy keeps working.
Cowboy tries to bench press Hestler off him but Hestler keeps the position. #T12#
Cowboy being controlled for a moment.
Cowboy can't do much from the bottom here.
Hestler content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T13#
Cowboy is looking to reverse the position.
Hestler trying to control the action but Cowboy is working from the bottom. #T14#
Hestler controlling the position from side mount.
Cowboy tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hestler working away.
The referee asks Hestler politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Hestler prefers to stall for the moment though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hestler wins on points by 8 to 0.
After the big win, Red Hestler made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors The Huntington New Age Wellness Community and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. |
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Event:
GFY 86 - Liar or giant dork
Date: Oct 14, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 88 wins and 117 losses; Tobias Pancake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 31 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Franklin, Frank Dennis and Cecil Peabody.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Pancake shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Hestler as he jumps to the side. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Pancake enables Hestler to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Pancake manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Pancake (0) vs (2) Hestler
Hestler slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Pancake working for submissions but it's allowed Hestler to get to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hestler is controlling the pace.
#T1#
Pancake is trying to control but can't.
Pancake wants to control the action here but instead Hestler manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Pancake (0) vs (5) Hestler
Hestler sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Hestler prevents Pancake from getting the reversal.
Hestler content just to control the position here.
It looks like Hestler might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T2#
Hestler is continuing to stall.
Pancake is trying to reverse the position but instead Hestler has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Pancake (0) vs (8) Hestler
Pancake is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Hestler.
Pancake is trying to break free.
#T3#
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Hestler's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
I really don't envy Pancake right now.
#T4#
Pancake is working hard here to advance position.
Hestler is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Pancake might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Pancake rolls, trying to escape but Hestler keeps control of the position.
Pancake trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Hestler controlling the positon.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T5#
Let's hope that Hestler has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T6#
Pancake is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Pancake is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Hestler.
Pancake trying to control the action but Hestler just sinks the hooks in.
Hestler just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Pancake is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T7#
Hestler has good solid back control here.
Hestler not allowing Pancake to control his hands.
Hestler is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #T8#
Hestler controlling well, preventing Pancake from escaping the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Pancake tries to roll but Hestler sticks to his back.
Pancake is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Hestler.
#T9#
Pancake wants to escape the position.
Hestler biding his time, looking for the opening.
More stalling from Hestler.#T10#
Pancake is really stuck here.
Hestler biding his time, looking for the opening.
#T11#
Pancake tries to roll but Hestler sticks to his back.
Hestler really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Pancake.
Pancake wants to escape the position.
Hestler is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
#T12#
Pancake can't escape the position.
Hestler really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Pancake.
Pancake just trying to survive but Hestler is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Hestler slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
#T13##T14#
Hestler has the hooks in. Pancake is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Hestler.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hestler wins on points by 8 to 0.
Red Hestler made sure to mention his sponsor, The Huntington New Age Wellness Community in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
GFY 85 - Hire Judith!
Date: Oct 09, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 31 losses; Red Hestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 14 losses; Kael Gardener!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Daniel Franklin and Gwen Towbar.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Gardener gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Gardener pulls guard.
Gardener pulls Hestler in close to prevent any damage.
Hestler tries to free his leg and advance position but Gardener is retaining full guard.
Gardener wants to sweep here but Hestler controlling him for the moment.
Gardener is trying to control the position but Hestler postures up.
Hestler wants to pass the guard but Gardener is keeping the position.
Hestler is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Gardener looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Gardener wants to sweep here but Hestler controlling him for the moment.
Hestler wants to control from the top but Gardener keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gardener trying to control the position here.
Gardener is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T1#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Gardener holds on and takes a little breather.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hestler controlling from the top position.
Gardener is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hestler seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Gardener not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Gardener is adopting a defensive guard.#T2#
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Gardener is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hestler postures up.
Gardener wants to sweep here but Hestler controlling him for the moment.
Gardener keeping full guard, as Hestler tries to pass.
Hestler wants to control from the top but Gardener keeps moving.
Hestler has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Gardener working a defensive guard here.
Gardener has Hestler pulled in close to control his posture.
Gardener trying to control the position.
#T3#
Gardener controlling the position.
Hestler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gardener looking to control.
Hestler controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Gardener working a defensive guard here.
Gardener pulls Hestler in to control the position. #T4#
Gardener being controlled here, momentarily.
Gardener keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully.
Gardener controls Hestler momentarily but Hestler frees himself.
Gardener is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Gardener's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Gardener is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Gardener seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Hestler is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T5#
Hestler wants to pass the guard but Gardener is keeping the position.
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Gardener is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gardener is trying to control the position but Hestler postures up.
Gardener looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hestler is one step ahead there.
Hestler engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Gardener trying to control the position.
Hestler sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T6#
Gardener not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Gardener is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gardener working a defensive guard here.
Hestler sitting in guard here, content to control.
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Gardener is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gardener is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hestler wants to control from the top but Gardener keeps moving.
Gardener is trying to keep Hestler in close.
#T7#
Gardener is controlling Hestler's posture.
Hestler stopping the sweep attempt from Gardener.
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Gardener is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hestler preventing the sweep.
Gardener is controlling Hestler's posture.
Gardener trying to keep a closed guard but Hestler is proving a slippery customer.
Gardener wants to sweep here but Hestler controlling him for the moment.
Hestler looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T8#
Gardener is trying to control the position but Hestler postures up.
Hestler sitting in guard here, content to control.
Gardener is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Gardener looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hestler trying to control but Gardener is working from the bottom.
Hestler looking to pass the guard.
Hestler is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T9#
Hestler seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Gardener for as long as he can get away with.
Gardener is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Gardener is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hestler preventing the sweep.
Gardener is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Gardener looking for a sweep. Not yet Gardener, not yet.
Hestler wants to pass the guard but Gardener is keeping the position.
Gardener pulls Hestler in close to his closed guard and prevents Hestler from doing any damage or advancing position.
Hestler stopping the sweep attempt from Gardener.#T10#
Gardener is trying to control the position but Hestler postures up.
Gardener is pulling down on Hestler's head. It's preventing any offense from Hestler, at least for the moment.
Hestler looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Hestler's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Gardener trying to control the position.
#T11#
Hestler wants to control from the top but Gardener keeps moving.
Gardener looking to control.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Gardener holds on and takes a little breather.
Gardener is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Gardener is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hestler (0) vs (2) Gardener
Hestler is controlling Gardener's posture.#T12#
Gardener preventing the sweep.
Gardener engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Gardener stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hestler swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hestler looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Hestler working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gardener doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gardener manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Hestler wants to sweep here but Gardener controlling him for the moment.
Hestler on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Hestler tries to get out of the position.
Gardener stays in close to Hestler's body and controls the position.
Gardener looking to sit in guard and control but Hestler gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hestler (2) vs (2) Gardener#T13#
Gardener seems keen to control Hestler's posture.
Hestler looking to pass the guard.
Gardener keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully.
Gardener looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hestler is one step ahead there.
Hestler postures up.
Gardener can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hestler controls the pace.#T14#
Gardener wants to sweep but no luck.
Hestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gardener is keeping the position for now.
Gardener working a defensive guard here.
Hestler advances to half guard.
Gardener trying to control here.
Hestler performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hestler is keen to just control but Gardener is a slippery customer.
The fighters are battling for position here. Gardener manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Hestler gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Hestler takes the fight on points by 3 to 2.
Red Hestler took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, The Huntington New Age Wellness Community for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
GFY 84 - Manspreading YAY
Date: Oct 04, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 87 wins and 116 losses; Tobias Pancake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 31 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, Gwen Towbar and Stewart Dunkirk.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Hestler manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Pancake on his heels. He'll look to pass Pancake's guard now, I'm sure. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Pancake (0) vs (2) Hestler#SUB#
Pancake looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Hestler is stalling in the full guard.
Pancake is trying to control the position but Hestler postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Pancake is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Pancake being controlled here, momentarily.
Pancake wants to hit a sweep here but Hestler passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Pancake there! Score +3 for passing guard: Pancake (0) vs (5) Hestler#T1#
Hestler looking to control and managing it successfully.
Pancake tries to lock up and control but Hestler gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Hestler controlling from the full mount.
Hestler's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T2#
Pancake tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hestler tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Let's hope that Hestler has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Pancake wants to control but Hestler is having none of it.
Hestler controlling from mount. #T3#
Hestler prevents Pancake from getting the reversal.
Pancake is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Hestler controlling the position easily from mount.
Pancake tries to hold on but Hestler pushes him away. #T4#
Hestler moves to take his opponent's back. Score +3 for taking back: Pancake (0) vs (8) Hestler
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Hestler controlling well, preventing Pancake from escaping the position.
#T5#
Hestler biding his time, controlling Pancake. #T6#
Pancake might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Hestler is hanging on to Pancake's back as he tries to escape.
Hestler trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Pancake doesn't escape.
It looks like Hestler might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Pancake is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T7#
Hestler is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
More stalling from Hestler.#T8#
Hestler is continuing to stall.
The adventures of Hestler the control monster continue. Boring.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Hestler.#T9#
Pancake is trying to break free.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T10#
Pancake rolls, trying to escape but Hestler keeps control of the position.
Hestler controlling from the back.#T11#
Yet more stalling tactics from Hestler.
Hestler keeps control of the position as Pancake tries to break free.
Hestler biding his time, controlling Pancake.
Pancake is in bad spot here.
#T12#
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hestler is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Pancake tries to escape the position.
Hestler is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
#T13##T14#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Hestler wins on points by 8 to 0.
Red Hestler really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that The Huntington New Age Wellness Community logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
GFY 83 - Ford Fuckin Ranger
Date: Sep 29, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 30 losses; Red Hestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 64 wins and 49 losses; Sirus Hughes!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Gwen Towbar and Daniel Franklin.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Hughes bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hestler (0) vs (4) Hughes
Hughes is looking to take a break and control but Hestler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hughes is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#SUB2#
Hughes is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Hestler has escaped the position, nice work there.
Hestler tries to improve position but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Hughes working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T1#
Hestler is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Hestler wants to improve his position, back to half guard but Hughes has ideas of his own. He's got hold of Hestler's far side arm and it looks like he's got an Americana. Ohh! Ohhhh! OOOOOOOOOH! A human being's arm is not meant to bend like that! Hestler is tapping like a morse code operator on the Titanic! SOS SOS! He's out of here! Great win for Hughes!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Sirus Hughes! |
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Event:
GFY 82 - Remember Jersey Shore
Date: Sep 24, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 29 losses; Red Hestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 40 losses; Domingo The Flamingo!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Alan Glass and Chris Downing.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
The Flamingo looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Hestler! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hestler (0) vs (4) The Flamingo
Hestler is looking for a sweep.
Hestler tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but The Flamingo presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hestler (0) vs (6) The Flamingo
The Flamingo can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hestler is looking to escape.
The Flamingo prevents Hestler from getting the reversal.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hestler bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hestler (2) vs (6) The Flamingo
The Flamingo is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hestler trying to control but The Flamingo is working from the bottom. #T1#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now The Flamingo is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hestler (2) vs (8) The Flamingo
Hestler keeping moving, preventing The Flamingo from controlling successfully.
Hestler trying to control the position.
Hestler is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
The Flamingo controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T2##SUB#
Hestler has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. The Flamingo is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Hestler. Score +3 for passing guard: Hestler (2) vs (11) The Flamingo
The Flamingo trying to control the action but Hestler is working from the bottom.
Hestler manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hestler (4) vs (11) The Flamingo
Hestler wants to take a breather but The Flamingo is having none of it. #T3#
The Flamingo is looking for a sweep. Hestler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The Flamingo keeps trying to improve his position.
The Flamingo wants to control but Hestler is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hestler is looking to stall here but The Flamingo recovers full guard.
Hestler wants to pass the guard but The Flamingo is keeping the position.
Hestler trying to control but The Flamingo is working from the bottom. #T4#
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
The Flamingo not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hestler wants to control from the top but The Flamingo keeps moving. #SUB2#
The Flamingo looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Hestler got a little sloppy there for a moment and The Flamingo has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hestler has managed to get both his arms back between The Flamingo's legs - danger averted.
Hestler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. The Flamingo swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The Flamingo is trying to keep Hestler in close.
#T5#
The Flamingo keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully.
The Flamingo keeping full guard, as Hestler tries to pass.
The Flamingo wants to control but Hestler passes easily into half guard.
Hestler looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Hestler wants to lay and pray for a moment but The Flamingo keeps working. #T6#
The Flamingo is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Still in half guard, Hestler seems content to control.
The Flamingo keeps control of the position for the meantime.
The Flamingo is continuing to stall.#T7#
Hestler is looking to take a break and control but The Flamingo is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The Flamingo wants to control but Hestler is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
The Flamingo looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
The Flamingo actively working from the bottom here.#T8#
Hestler tries to pass to full mount but The Flamingo defends it.
The Flamingo manages to get to full guard.
The Flamingo is trying to control the position but Hestler postures up. #SUB2#
The Flamingo is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hestler is aware though and is defending well.
The Flamingo trying to keep a closed guard but Hestler is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2#
The Flamingo escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hestler gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T9#
Hestler slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB2#
The Flamingo working for a triangle but Hestler defends it easily.
#SUB2#
The Flamingo looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hestler knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for The Flamingo on the ground.
Hestler wants to control from the top but The Flamingo keeps moving. #T10##SUB2#
The Flamingo has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Hestler doesn't defend quickly enough and The Flamingo has managed to lock this one up! Can Hestler escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to The Flamingo on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Domingo The Flamingo!
A very excited looking Domingo The Flamingo made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
GFY 81 - That was grace
Date: Sep 19, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 40 losses; Domingo The Flamingo! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 28 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Wesley Smith and Tiny Johnson.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Hestler shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. The Flamingo is trying to defend but Hestler finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: The Flamingo (0) vs (2) Hestler
Hestler trying to control from half guard but The Flamingo is working away.
Hestler tries to pass to full mount but The Flamingo defends it.
The Flamingo is controlling Hestler's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Hestler controlling the action here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hestler is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for The Flamingo! Score +3 for passing guard: The Flamingo (0) vs (5) Hestler#T1#
The Flamingo is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
The Flamingo bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: The Flamingo (2) vs (5) Hestler
The Flamingo wants to pass the guard but Hestler is keeping the position.
The Flamingo trying to control but Hestler is working from the bottom.
Hestler is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
The Flamingo 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. #T2##SUB2#
Hestler had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. The Flamingo defends it easily.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hestler being controlled here, momentarily.
Hestler not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The Flamingo wants to control from the top but Hestler keeps moving. #SUB2#
Hestler is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and The Flamingo defends well.#T3#
The Flamingo sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB2#
Hestler working for submissions but it's allowed The Flamingo to get to half guard.
The Flamingo is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: The Flamingo (5) vs (5) Hestler
Hestler stops The Flamingo from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. #T4#
The Flamingo takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hestler is trying to escape the mount.
The Flamingo takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
The Flamingo can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hestler is looking to escape.
Hestler really doesn't want to stay on the ground with The Flamingo. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Hestler looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: The Flamingo (8) vs (5) Hestler#T5##SUB#
The Flamingo is persistently looking for the submission but Hestler is defending it well.
Hestler tries to roll but The Flamingo sticks to his back.
Hestler trying to control the action but The Flamingo just sinks the hooks in. #SUB#
The Flamingo tightening his grip on Hestler, looking for the choke. #SUB#
The Flamingo is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Hestler knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Hestler for a finish. #T6#
The Flamingo avoiding Hestler 's attempts to control his hands. #SUB#
The Flamingo working for the choke. #SUB#
The Flamingo looking for the RNC.
Hestler can't escape the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
The Flamingo is riding his opponent, not letting Hestler buck him off. #T7#
The Flamingo has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SUB#
Hestler defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Hestler is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get The Flamingo off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
The Flamingo biding his time, looking for the opening.
Hestler trying to control the hands but The Flamingo won't let him. #T8#
The Flamingo keeps control of the position as Hestler tries to break free.
The Flamingo has good solid back control here.
Will The Flamingo go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Hestler tries to roll but The Flamingo sticks to his back.
#SUB#
Hestler defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
#T9##SUB#
The Flamingo is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
#SUB#
Hestler preventing the rear naked choke attempt from The Flamingo.
The Flamingo is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #SUB#
The Flamingo tightening his grip on Hestler, looking for the choke. #SUB#
The Flamingo is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Hestler has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #T10#
A lull in the action here.
#SUB#
The Flamingo patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Hestler prevents The Flamingo from getting a body triangle.
Hestler is really stuck here.
#T11#
The Flamingo biding his time, looking for the opening.
#SUB#
Hestler is trying to defend against the choke here but The Flamingo has an arm under his chin. This one might not last much longer. The Flamingo Tightens the hold and Hestler taps out furiously! The Flamingo displays superior BJJ to win the fight.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Domingo The Flamingo!
After winning the bout, Domingo The Flamingo 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:
GFY 80 - Money and bitches
Date: Sep 14, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 27 losses; Red Hestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 26 losses; Ceferino Garcia!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Daniel Franklin and Chris Downing.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Garcia pushes Hestler up against the ropes in a clinch.#TD2#
Garcia successfully pulls guard.
Hestler wants to control from the top but Garcia keeps moving.
Garcia tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hestler tries to free his leg and advance position but Garcia is retaining full guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hestler stays in close to Garcia's body and controls the position.
Garcia keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully.
Garcia is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Garcia is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hestler wants to control from the top but Garcia keeps moving.
Garcia not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T1#
Hestler is fighting to break Garcia's control of his arms but Garcia is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Hestler wants to pass the guard but Garcia is keeping the position.
Hestler will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Garcia is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hestler (0) vs (2) Garcia
Garcia is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Garcia prevents Hestler from improving his position.
Garcia is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T2#
Hestler is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Garcia controlling the action here.
Hestler trying to control here.
Garcia perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Hestler is looking for a sweep. Garcia is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3#
Garcia is trying to control the action in half guard but Hestler is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Hestler controlling the position for now.
Garcia seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hestler does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Hestler won't allow Garcia to pass to mount.
Garcia is taking a breather. Hestler 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.
Garcia is trying to control. Hestler wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Garcia is thwarting Hestler's attempts to control the position.
Garcia looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Hestler is looking for a sweep. Garcia is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
Garcia is looking to advance position but Hestler won't allow it.
Garcia keeps trying to improve his position.
Garcia stalling.
Garcia passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hestler (0) vs (5) Garcia
Garcia tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hestler can't escape the position.
Hestler is squirming around, avoiding Garcia's attempts to control the action.
Hestler on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Hestler tries to get out of the position.#T5#
Garcia looking to control and managing it successfully.
Garcia can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hestler is looking to escape.
Hestler is desperately trying to improve his position but Garcia has a good base and remains in mount.
Garcia trying to control but Hestler is having none of it.
Hestler has given up his back here. Will Garcia look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Hestler (0) vs (8) Garcia
Hestler is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Garcia tries to get the hooks in deep but Hestler pushed the leg off. #T6#
A bit of a pause in the action here. Garcia controlling the positon.
Hestler tries to escape the position.
Garcia controls the action.
Hestler wants to control his opponent's hands but Garcia gets his hands free.
Garcia slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Hestler prevents Garcia from getting a body triangle.
I really don't envy Hestler right now.
#T7#
Hestler is working hard here to advance position.
Garcia controlling from the back.
Hestler turns into Garcia and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hestler (2) vs (8) Garcia
Hestler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hestler 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.
Hestler stopping the sweep attempt from Garcia.
Garcia can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hestler controls the pace.
Garcia is controlling Hestler's posture.
Hestler has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Garcia looking to control.
#T8#
Hestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Garcia is keeping the position for now.
Garcia controls Hestler momentarily but Hestler frees himself.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Garcia holds on and takes a little breather.
Hestler is looking to pass into half guard but Garcia pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Garcia is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hestler (2) vs (10) Garcia
Garcia trying to control the position from guard on top but Hestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hestler controls Garcia momentarily but Garcia frees himself.
Garcia won't allow Hestler to sweep him here.
Garcia not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Hestler 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.#T9#
Hestler can't keep his opponent in guard - Garcia advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Garcia wants to control but Hestler is keeping him busy.
Hestler is looking to improve his position.
Garcia is trying to control. Hestler wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hestler wants to improve his position but Garcia is controlling well.
Garcia trying to control from half guard but Hestler is working away.
Garcia wants to free his trapped foot but Hestler is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Garcia performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T10#
Hestler wants to get back to full guard.
Hestler is staying active underneath Garcia, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Garcia in particular looking to stall.
Garcia passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Hestler! Score +3 for passing guard: Hestler (2) vs (13) Garcia
Hestler wants to control but Garcia is having none of it.
Garcia controlling from the full mount. #T11#
Hestler working to try and regain half guard.
Garcia tries to control but Hestler wriggling away.
Garcia controlling his opponent.
Garcia trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Hestler has given up his back - I don�t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
Score +3 for taking back: Hestler (2) vs (16) Garcia
Garcia is hanging on to Hestler's back as he tries to escape.
#T12#
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Garcia's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
You can see the frustration on Hestler's face� He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Garcia is looking to control Hestler but Hestler is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Garcia trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Hestler doesn't escape.
A lull in the action here.
Hestler is really stuck here.
#T13#
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Hestler is really stuck here.
Hestler turns into Garcia and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hestler (4) vs (16) Garcia
Garcia is trying to keep Hestler in close.
Garcia wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Hestler seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Garcia wants to sweep here but Hestler controlling him for the moment. #T14#
Hestler trying to control but Garcia is working from the bottom.
Garcia is trying to control the position but Hestler postures up.
Garcia is pulling down on Hestler's head to control his posture.
Garcia is trying to keep Hestler in close.
Garcia controlling Hestler's posture.
Hestler preventing the sweep.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Garcia keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully.
Garcia working a defensive guard here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Garcia wins on points by 16 to 4. |
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Event:
GFY 79 - I spent like $400!
Date: Sep 09, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 10 losses; Xicko Loco! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 26 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, Stewart Dunkirk and Wesley Smith.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hestler tries to clinch but Loco is having none of it. #CL#
Loco closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes. #TD#
Loco works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Loco (2) vs (0) Hestler
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Loco is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Loco trying to control but Hestler is working from the bottom.
Loco looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco wants to control from the top but Hestler keeps moving.
Hestler not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hestler is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Loco (2) vs (2) Hestler#T1#
Loco manages to get to full guard.
Hestler 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.
Hestler stopping the sweep attempt from Loco.
Hestler's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Loco pulls Hestler in close to prevent any damage.
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Loco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hestler must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Hestler looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T2#
Loco is trying to keep Hestler in close.
Loco bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hestler's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Loco (4) vs (2) Hestler
Loco slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hestler is trying to control the position but Loco postures up.
Loco passes into half guard.
Hestler is refusing to be controlled, as Loco sits in half guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Hestler can do anything to dispel that myth.
Hestler trying to control here.
Hestler is looking to improve his position.
Loco is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T3#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Loco trying to mount his opponent but Hestler defends it.
Loco wants to control but Hestler is keeping him busy.
Still in half guard, Loco seems content to control.
Loco is trying to control. Hestler wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Loco controlling the action here.
Hestler is looking to control Loco's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hestler avoid being mounted?
Loco looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Loco trying to mount his opponent but Hestler defends it.
Loco wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hestler keeps working. #T4#
Loco wants to pass the guard but Hestler is defending well.
Hestler is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Loco wants to pass to mount but Hestler is defending the position.
Hestler is pressing down on Loco's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Loco controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Loco wants to control from the top but Hestler keeps moving.
Hestler being controlled here, momentarily.
Hestler wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T5#
Loco trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Loco stays in close to Hestler's body and controls the position.
Hestler is trying to control the position but Loco postures up.
Loco stopping the sweep attempt from Hestler.
Loco trying to control the position from guard on top but Hestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Hestler looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hestler keeping moving, preventing Loco from controlling successfully. #T6#
Hestler looking to hit a scissor sweep but Loco is one step ahead there.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hestler trying to control the position here.
Loco trying to control but Hestler is working from the bottom.
Hestler looking to control.
Loco is stalling in the full guard.
Hestler looking for a sweep. Not yet Hestler, not yet.
Hestler keeping moving, preventing Loco from controlling successfully.
Hestler not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T7#
Loco pushes down on Hestler's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Loco is looking to take a break and control but Hestler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Loco is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Loco is trying to control. Hestler wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Loco controlling the pace.
Hestler trying to control from the bottom.
#T8##SUB2#
Hestler looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hestler is concentrating on defense, preventing Loco from advancing position.
Hestler wants to control but Loco is keeping busy.
Loco not doing much here.
Loco is thwarting Hestler's attempts to control the position.
Hestler is not content to let Loco control the position.
Loco wants to pass the guard but Hestler is defending well.
Hestler is trying to get back to full guard.
Loco passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Loco (7) vs (2) Hestler#T9#
Hestler prevents Loco from moving into mount.
Hestler tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Loco wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Loco wants to control but Hestler is keeping him busy.
Hestler stops Loco from passing to mount.
Loco is looking to take a break and control but Hestler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Loco has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Loco (9) vs (2) Hestler
Hestler is squirming around, avoiding Loco's attempts to control the action. #T10#
Hestler is trying desperately to improve position.
Loco controlling the pace for now.
Hestler regains half guard.
Hestler is refusing to be controlled, as Loco sits in half guard.
Hestler is trying to control but can't.
Loco trying to control from half guard but Hestler is working away.
Loco is really struggling to control Hestler but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Loco is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T11#
Loco is looking to take a break and control but Hestler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hestler gets back to full guard.
Hestler not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB2#
Hestler looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Loco advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Loco (12) vs (2) Hestler
Hestler tries to buck Loco off but Loco is having none of it.
Loco trying to control the position but Hestler is working away. #T12#
Hestler sneaks back into half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Hestler won't allow Loco to pass to mount.
Hestler trying to control but Loco postures up.
Hestler is trying to get back to full guard.
Loco is taking a breather. Hestler 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.
Loco's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T13#
Loco wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hestler keeps working.
Loco sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Loco wants to pass to mount but Hestler is defending the position.
Loco moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Loco (15) vs (2) Hestler
Hestler is looking for a sweep.
Loco tries to move into full mount but can't pass Hestler's legs.
Hestler is looking for a sweep.#T14#
Loco works to advance to full mount. Hestler defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Loco (17) vs (2) Hestler
Hestler working to try and regain half guard.
Hestler wants to hold on but Loco pushes him away.
Hestler tries to reverse the position but Loco maintains control.
Loco tries to control but Hestler wriggling away.
Loco controlling from the full mount.
Hestler is squirming around, avoiding Loco's attempts to control the action.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Loco looking to control and managing it successfully.
Loco trying to control but he's not successful this time.
And that's the end of the fight!
Loco takes the fight on points by 17 to 2.
Xicko Loco bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
GFY 78 - How did U 2 Meet
Date: Sep 04, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 26 losses; Uncle Abner! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 25 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Stewart Dunkirk and Chris Downing.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Abner has managed to clinch.
Hestler tries for a takedown but Abner manages to get underhooks.
Hestler tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Hestler is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD#
Abner jumps into guard, dragging Hestler to the mat.
Hestler trying to control but Abner is working from the bottom.
Abner tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Abner working for a triangle but Hestler defends it easily.
Hestler looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Abner is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Abner wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Hestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Abner is keeping the position for now.
Abner looking to control.
#T2#
Abner looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Abner is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hestler looking to sit in guard and control but Abner gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Abner (2) vs (0) Hestler
Abner controls from within his opponent's guard.
Hestler keeping moving, preventing Abner from controlling successfully. #T3#
Hestler trying to control the position.
Hestler really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Abner. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Hestler looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Hestler can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB2#
Abner got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hestler has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Abner has managed to get both his arms back between Hestler's legs - danger averted.
Hestler keeping moving, preventing Abner from controlling successfully.
Hestler controls Abner momentarily but Abner frees himself.
Abner trying to control the position from guard on top but Hestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Abner wants to pass the guard but Hestler is keeping the position.#T4#
Abner showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Hestler keeping full guard, as Abner tries to pass.
Abner works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Hestler is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Abner passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Hestler! Score +3 for passing guard: Abner (5) vs (0) Hestler#T5#
Abner tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hestler is trying desperately to improve position.
Abner looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#SUB#
Abner swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Hestler is now in Abner's guard. A big mistake from Abner there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Abner (5) vs (2) Hestler
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hestler passes Abner's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Hestler wants to pass to mount but Abner is defending the position.
Abner is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hestler's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hestler's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Abner (9) vs (2) Hestler#T6#
Hestler tries to break free.
#SUB#
Hestler is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
#SUB#
Abner is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Hestler is defending well though. Abner let's go of the attempt for now.#SUB#
Abner tightening his grip on Hestler, looking for the choke.
Hestler breaks Abner's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Abner (9) vs (4) Hestler#T7#
Hestler engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Abner working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Hestler has passed into half guard!
Hestler wants to take a breather but Abner is having none of it.
Abner is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hestler's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hestler's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Abner (13) vs (4) Hestler
Hestler trying to control the position but Abner manages to sink in the hooks. #SUB#
Abner is looking for a choke. Hestler gets to his feet with his opponent on his back and slams him to the mat. Hestler manages to squirm out of the attempted choke and turns into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Abner (13) vs (6) Hestler#T8#
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Abner is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hestler must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Abner has his hands on Hestler's head, controlling the position.
Abner being controlled here, momentarily. #T9#
Hestler's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Hestler looking to sit in guard and control but Abner gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Abner (15) vs (6) Hestler#T10#
Abner wants to control from the top but Hestler keeps moving.
Abner trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Hestler working for a triangle but Abner defends it easily.
Abner slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Abner trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T11#
Abner passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Abner (18) vs (6) Hestler
Abner slows the pace down.
Hestler tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Abner wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
Abner tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Abner has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Abner working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Hestler gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T12#
Abner controlling the action here.
Abner seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hestler does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Abner stalling.
Hestler trying to control but Abner postures up.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T13#
Abner passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Hestler! Score +3 for passing guard: Abner (21) vs (6) Hestler
Hestler tries to reverse the position but Abner maintains control.
Hestler is squirming around, avoiding Abner's attempts to control the action.
Hestler tries to lock up and control but Abner gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Abner prevents Hestler from getting the reversal.
Abner wants to control the pace but Hestler is squirming around nicely.
Hestler is controlling an arm, preventing Abner from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Hestler looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Abner (24) vs (6) Hestler#T14#
Hestler is keeping busy.
Hestler is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Hestler tries to escape but Abner has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB#
Abner looking for the choke but no joy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Abner looking for the choke but no joy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Abner takes the fight on points by 24 to 6.
Uncle Abner really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Glomco Nutrition logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
GFY 77 - Plz esign that thing
Date: Aug 30, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 8 losses; Kael Gardener! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 25 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Robert Twigg and Alan Glass.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Gardener closes the distance and pushes Hestler back into the ropes.#TD#
Gardener pulls guard.
Gardener wants to sweep but no luck.
Gardener is working hard here to advance position.
Gardener is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Gardener trying to control the position.
Gardener looking for a sweep. Not yet Gardener, not yet.
Hestler is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gardener controls Hestler momentarily but Hestler frees himself.
Hestler is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Gardener looking for a sweep. Not yet Gardener, not yet. #T1#
Gardener looking to control.
Gardener 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.
Hestler controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Gardener controlling the position.
Hestler's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Gardener seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Gardener 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.
Gardener is pulling down on Hestler's head to control his posture.
Hestler stays in close to Gardener's body and controls the position.
Let's hope that Hestler has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T2#
Hestler wants to pass the guard but Gardener is keeping the position.
Hestler engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Gardener looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hestler is one step ahead there.
Hestler stays in close to Gardener's body and controls the position.
Gardener looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Gardener is trying to keep Hestler in close.
Gardener looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#T3#
Hestler wants to pass the guard but Gardener is keeping the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Gardener pulls Hestler in close to prevent any damage.
Gardener looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hestler must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Hestler controlling from the top position.
Gardener looking for a sweep. Not yet Gardener, not yet.
Gardener is trying to keep Hestler in close.
Hestler content to stall in guard here.
Hestler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gardener swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
Hestler is fighting to break Gardener's control of his arms but Gardener is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Gardener not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hestler sitting in guard here, content to control.
Gardener looking to control.
Hestler slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Gardener is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T5#
Hestler slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hestler wants to pass the guard but Gardener is keeping the position.
Gardener wants to sweep but no luck.
Hestler wants to pass the guard but Gardener is keeping the position.
Hestler sitting in guard here, content to control.
Gardener is trying to keep Hestler in close.
Hestler 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.
Gardener wants to sweep but no luck. #T6#
Gardener is adopting a defensive guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hestler postures up.
Hestler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gardener swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gardener trying to control the position.
Hestler looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Hestler being controlled here momentarily.
Gardener is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T7#
Hestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gardener is keeping the position for now.
Gardener controls Hestler momentarily but Hestler frees himself.
Gardener is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Hestler trying to control but Gardener is working from the bottom.
Gardener working a defensive guard here.
Hestler slips nicely into half guard.
Hestler is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T8#
Gardener is trying to control but can't.
Gardener moves into full guard.
Hestler trying to control but Gardener is working from the bottom.
Gardener working a defensive guard here.
Hestler passes Gardener's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Hestler seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Hestler wants to control but Gardener is keeping him busy. #T9#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Hestler is looking to advance position but Gardener won't allow it.
Hestler wants to control but Gardener is keeping him busy.
Gardener trying to control but Hestler postures up.
Gardener wants to get back to full guard.
Hestler controlling the action here.
Hestler tries to pass the half guard into mount. Gardener knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T10#
Gardener is trying to control but can't.
Hestler perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Gardener is trying to control but can't.
Hestler with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Gardener tries to get to full guard but Hestler has control of the leg.
Hestler is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Hestler prevents Gardener from improving his position.
Hestler controlling the action here. #T11#
Hestler's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
More stalling from Hestler.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Hestler.
The fighters are battling for position here. Gardener manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Hestler tries to free his leg and advance position but Gardener is retaining full guard.
Gardener pulls Hestler in close to prevent any damage.
Gardener being controlled here, momentarily. #T12#
Hestler postures up.
Hestler slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hestler preventing the sweep.
Hestler postures up.
Hestler preventing the sweep.
Gardener working a defensive guard here.
Hestler controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T13#
Gardener looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hestler is one step ahead there.
Gardener can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hestler controls the pace.
Gardener looking for a sweep. Not yet Gardener, not yet.
Hestler is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Gardener is trying to control the position but Hestler postures up.
Gardener is pulling down on Hestler's head. It's preventing any offense from Hestler, at least for the moment.
Gardener controls Hestler momentarily but Hestler frees himself. #T14#
Hestler not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Gardener 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.
Gardener keeping full guard, as Hestler tries to pass.
Gardener is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hestler sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gardener is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points and both fighters attempted the same number of subs, we will decide the bout based on the toss of a coin! Gardener is heads and Hestler is tails.
The coin is in the air and it lands... tails!
Hestler wins on points by 1 to 0.
An out of breath and clearly excited Red Hestler thanked The Huntington New Age Wellness Community for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
GFY 76 - I got a Ween tattoo
Date: Aug 25, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 24 losses; Red Hestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 26 losses; Uncle Abner!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Cecil Peabody and George Francis.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Abner takes the fight into the clinch. #TD2#
Abner jumps into guard, dragging Hestler to the mat.
Hestler sitting in guard here, content to control.
Abner not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hestler trying to control but Abner is working from the bottom.
Hestler stopping the sweep attempt from Abner.
Hestler is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hestler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hestler stopping the sweep attempt from Abner.
Abner trying to keep a closed guard but Hestler is proving a slippery customer.
#T1##SUB2#
Abner is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hestler is aware though and is defending well.
Abner is pulling down on Hestler's head. It's preventing any offense from Hestler, at least for the moment.
Abner keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully.
Abner is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hestler (0) vs (2) Abner
Abner controlling the action here.#T2#
Hestler on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Hestler tries to get out of the position.
Hestler tries to roll over but Abner keeps him under control.
Abner is keen to just control but Hestler is a slippery customer.
Abner is taking a breather. Hestler 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.
Abner tries to pass to full mount but Hestler defends it.
Abner wants to control but Hestler is keeping him busy. #T3#
Hestler tries to get to full guard but Abner has control of the leg.
Hestler is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Abner is looking for a kimura here.
Abner looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB2#
Abner is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Abner wants to work for an arm triangle but Hestler is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T4#
Still in half guard, Abner seems content to control.#SUB2#
Abner is working for a submission of some sort.
Hestler keeping control of the position.
Abner not doing much here.
#T5#
Hestler tries to get to full guard but Abner has control of the leg.
Abner tries to pass the half guard into mount. Hestler knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Abner trying to control the action but Hestler is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Abner is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hestler is just riding it out for now. Abner eventually gives up the hold.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T6#
Hestler is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hestler has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Abner is working away from the top position though.
Abner works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hestler (0) vs (5) Abner
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Abner thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Hestler manages to work his way to half guard, despite Abner's best efforts.#T7#
Abner moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hestler (0) vs (8) Abner
Hestler knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Abner on the ground.
Hestler is looking to regain half guard here but Abner keeps moving and retains side control.
Abner is looking to take a break and control but Hestler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Abner advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Hestler (0) vs (10) Abner
Hestler is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T8#
Hestler wants to hold on but Abner pushes him away.
Hestler is in all sorts of trouble here.
Hestler wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Hestler (0) vs (13) Abner#SUB2#
Abner is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Hestler knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Hestler for a finish. #SUB2#
Abner is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Hestler knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Hestler for a finish.
Hestler tries to escape the position.
#T9#
Abner controls the position.
A lull in the action here.
Abner keeps control of the position easily here as Hestler tries to buck him off.
Hestler can't escape the position.
Hestler staying busy and making it hard for Abner to control. #T10##SUB2#
Hestler showing good submission defense here.
Hestler turns into Abner and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hestler (2) vs (13) Abner#SUB2#
Hestler avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Hestler is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Abner controls Hestler momentarily but Hestler frees himself. #T11##SUB2#
Abner looking for a guillotine here but Hestler defends easily.
Hestler wants to control from the top but Abner keeps moving.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Abner is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hestler (2) vs (15) Abner
Abner tries to free his leg and advance position but Hestler is retaining full guard.
Hestler wants to sweep but no luck. #T12#
Abner looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Hestler working for a triangle but Abner defends it easily.
Hestler is trying to keep Abner in close.
Abner wants to pass the guard but Hestler is keeping the position.#T13#
Hestler 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.
Hestler keeping moving, preventing Abner from controlling successfully.
Abner might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hestler haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Abner controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Abner stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hestler swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Abner sitting in guard here, content to control. #T14#
Hestler looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Abner avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hestler is looking to sweep but instead, Abner has passed into half guard.
Abner is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Hestler! Score +3 for passing guard: Hestler (2) vs (18) Abner
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Abner working for a guillotine from mount but Hestler is in no mood to give up.
Hestler wants to control but Abner is having none of it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Abner wins on points by 18 to 2.
After the big win, Uncle Abner made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Glomco Nutrition and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. |
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Event:
GFY 75 - That's your ass
Date: Aug 20, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 23 losses; Red Hestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 20 losses; Trip Fontaine!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, George Francis and Alan Glass.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Fontaine shoots in and gets a takedown into Hestler's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hestler (0) vs (2) Fontaine
Fontaine sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Hestler's guard.
Hestler is trying to control but Fontaine passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Hestler (0) vs (5) Fontaine
Fontaine content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Hestler is trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hestler trying to control but Fontaine flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hestler (0) vs (8) Fontaine
Fontaine just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T1#
Fontaine not allowing Hestler to control his hands.
Hestler rolls, trying to escape but Fontaine keeps control of the position.
#SUB2#
Fontaine is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Hestler is tapping out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Trip Fontaine!
Trip Fontaine really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that The Huntington New Age Wellness Community logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
GFY 74 - Lives by an airport
Date: Aug 15, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 25 losses; Uncle Abner! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 22 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Alan Glass and Wesley Smith.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Abner stuffs the takedown.#CL#
Abner gets a clinch. #TD#
Abner manages to pull guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Abner is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Abner (2) vs (0) Hestler
Abner seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Hestler wants to control the position but Abner says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hestler is looking to improve his position.
Hestler regains full guard. Nicely done.
Abner sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Hestler's guard.
Abner is looking to take a break and control but Hestler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Hestler can do anything to dispel that myth.#T1#
Abner wants to pass the guard but Hestler is defending well.
Hestler is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Abner wants to work for an arm triangle but Hestler is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Hestler wants to improve his position but Abner is controlling well.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T2#
Abner trying to pass the guard but Hestler defending well.
Hestler is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB2#
Hestler actively working from the bottom here.
Abner wants to control but Hestler is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Abner is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Abner is controlling the pace.
Abner wants to control but Hestler is keeping him busy.
Hestler really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Abner. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T3##SUB#
Hestler is defending against the submission attempts here by Abner.
Abner tries to pass to full mount but Hestler defends it.
Abner is thwarting Hestler's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Abner seems to be looking for submissions.
Abner takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T4#
Abner looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Hestler is not content to let Abner control the position.
Hestler wants to improve his position but Abner is controlling well.
Abner tries to pass to full mount but Hestler defends it.
Abner looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Abner is working hard here to advance position.
Abner is trying to control the action in half guard but Hestler is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T5#
Abner slows the pace down in half guard.
Hestler tries to get to full guard but Abner has control of the leg. #SUB#
Abner is working for a submission of some sort.
Abner trying to control the action but Hestler is working from the bottom.
Abner looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T6#
Hestler wants to control but Abner is keeping busy.
Hestler is looking for a sweep. Abner is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Still in half guard, Abner seems content to control.
Abner trying to control from half guard but Hestler is working away.
Abner takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB2#
Hestler looking for submissions off his back.#T7#
Abner wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hestler keeps working. #SUB#
Abner seems to be working for a kimura but Hestler defends the submission attempt.
Abner wants to free his trapped foot but Hestler is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Hestler is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hestler is still trying to improve position.#T8##SUB#
Abner is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Hestler is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Abner passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Abner (5) vs (0) Hestler
Hestler tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T9#
Abner trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB#
Abner has hold of Hestler's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Hestler manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Abner can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hestler is looking to escape.
Hestler tries to improve his position but instead Abner has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Abner (8) vs (0) Hestler
Hestler is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Abner.
#T10#
Hestler trying to control the hands but Abner won't let him.
Abner is looking to control Hestler but Hestler is wriggling around and keeping busy. #SUB#
Abner working for the choke.
Abner wants to control but Hestler is keeping busy.#T11##SUB#
Hestler defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
#SUB#
Abner working for a choke but Hestler is defending well.
Hestler just trying to survive but Abner is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Abner is hanging on to Hestler's back as he tries to escape.
#T12#
Abner is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
#SUB#
Abner is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Hestler is defending well though. Abner let's go of the attempt for now.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Abner controlling the positon.
Hestler is in bad spot here.
Abner is not going to allow Hestler to sit and survive in this position. #T13##SUB#
Abner working for the choke. #SUB#
Abner is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Hestler knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Hestler for a finish. #SUB#
Abner 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, Hestler has freed his hand and lives to survive another� well, another couple of seconds at least!
#SUB#
Abner is looking for the choke from the back position but Hestler is controlling his hands well. #T14#
Hestler looking very determined here, making life difficult for Abner.
#SUB#
Abner looking to finish the fight with a rear naked choke. Hestler is controlling Abner 's left arm and he spins nicely into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Abner (8) vs (2) Hestler
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Abner is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Abner had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hestler defends it easily.
Abner 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.
And that's the end of the fight!
Abner takes the fight on points by 8 to 2.
Uncle Abner really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Glomco Nutrition logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
GFY 73 - Imagn dragon deez nut
Date: Aug 10, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 46 losses; Mono Loco! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 22 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Chris Downing and Gwen Towbar.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Hestler has Loco up against the ropes in a clinch.
#TD2#
Hestler gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Loco (0) vs (2) Hestler
Hestler sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
Loco had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hestler defends it easily.
Loco tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hestler sitting in guard, not really doing much.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Let's hope that Hestler has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Loco can't keep his opponent in guard - Hestler advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Loco might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Hestler wants to pass to mount but Loco is defending the position.
Hestler is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Hestler passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Loco (0) vs (5) Hestler
Loco is breathing heavily.
Hestler controlling from mount. #T2#
Loco tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hestler controlling the pace for now.
Hestler's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
It looks like Hestler might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T3#
Hestler takes Loco's back. Score +3 for taking back: Loco (0) vs (8) Hestler
Loco trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Hestler slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
#T4#
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Hestler.
Hestler is continuing to stall.
The adventures of Hestler the control monster continue. Boring.#T5#
Yet more stalling tactics from Hestler.#T6##T7##T8#
Loco is trying to break free.
Hestler has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Loco's body.
More stalling from Hestler.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T9#
Hestler with more of the same as he continues to hold on.#T10##T11#
Hestler keeps control of the position as Loco tries to break free.
Hestler controls the action.#T12##T13##T14#
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Hestler wins on points by 8 to 0.
Red Hestler very nearly forgot to thank The Huntington New Age Wellness Community amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you. |
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Event:
GFY 72 - 4 entertainment only
Date: Aug 06, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 29 losses; Nate Pawn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 22 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Chris Downing and Alan Glass.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Pawn stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Pawn wants it to stay on the feet.
Hestler tries to clinch but Pawn moves out of range.
As Hestler tries to get set, Pawn tries to push him back and clinch up but Hestler manages to avoid the attempt.
Pawn keeps the fight on the outside.
Pawn seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Hestler tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Pawn manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Pawn moves into range and clinches up with Hestler.
Pawn has Hestler pressed up against the ropes and is working for takedown. Hestler manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Hestler has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Pawn is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Hestler fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Nate Pawn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Red Hestler.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Pawn is working on a single leg takedown against the ropes. Hestler can't fight it off and eventually Pawn manages to take the fight to the floor. Hestler looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Pawn (2) vs (0) Hestler
Pawn preventing the sweep. #T1#
Pawn trying to control the position from guard on top but Hestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pawn stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hestler swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hestler is trying to keep Pawn in close.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Hestler can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB2#
Hestler is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Pawn defends well.
Pawn slips nicely into half guard.#T2##SUB#
Pawn is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Hestler doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Pawn.
Pawn looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Hestler holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hestler wants to improve his position but Pawn is controlling well.
The fighters are battling for position here. Hestler manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T3#
Pawn trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Pawn slips nicely into half guard.
Pawn is thwarting Hestler's attempts to control the position.
Hestler makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Hestler.
Hestler seems keen to control Pawn's posture.
Hestler keeping moving, preventing Pawn from controlling successfully.
Pawn pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hestler is keeping the position for now. #T4#
Hestler is trying to hold Pawn in close to prevent damage but Pawn has managed to pass into half guard.
Pawn wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hestler keeps working. #SUB#
Pawn seems to be working for a kimura but Hestler defends the submission attempt.
Hestler wants to get back to full guard.
Hestler keeping hold of Pawn's head, controlling as best he can. #T5#
The fighters are battling for position here. Hestler manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Hestler is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Pawn defends well.
Pawn looking to pass the guard.
Hestler keeping moving, preventing Pawn from controlling successfully.
Pawn pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hestler is keeping the position for now.
Pawn might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T6#
Pawn slips nicely into half guard.#SUB#
Pawn wants to work for an arm triangle but Hestler is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Hestler tries to get to full guard but Pawn has control of the leg.
Hestler won't allow Pawn to pass to mount.
Hestler tries to roll over but Pawn keeps him under control.#SUB#
Pawn is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hestler is just riding it out for now. Pawn eventually gives up the hold. #T7#
Hestler is staying active underneath Pawn, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Pawn is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Hestler looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hestler makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Hestler.#T8#
Pawn being controlled here momentarily.
Hestler is continuing to stall.
Pawn stopping the sweep attempt from Hestler.
Pawn wants to control from the top but Hestler keeps moving. #T9#
Hestler manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Pawn manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Pawn (2) vs (2) Hestler
Pawn is trying to control the position but Hestler postures up.
Hestler controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T10#
Pawn looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hestler is one step ahead there.
Hestler controlling from the top position.
Pawn is trying to control the position but Hestler postures up.
Hestler slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T11#
Pawn is trying to control the position but Hestler postures up.
Hestler is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Pawn is trying to keep Hestler in close.
#T12#
Hestler is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Hestler tries to free his leg and advance position but Pawn is retaining full guard. #T13#
Pawn wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Pawn is trying to keep Hestler in close.
Pawn being controlled here, momentarily. #T14#
Pawn is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hestler is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Hestler passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Pawn (2) vs (5) Hestler
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hestler controlling the position from side mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hestler wins on points by 5 to 2.
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Red Hestler made sure he mentioned The Huntington New Age Wellness Community , along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
GFY 71 - Tim Burton REALLY sux
Date: Aug 02, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 22 losses; Red Hestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 45 losses; Mono Loco!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Gwen Towbar and Alan Glass.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Loco fails to land the takedown.
Loco tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Hestler swivels and escapes.
Loco fails with the takedown.
Red Hestler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mono Loco.#CL#
Hestler moves into range and clinches up with Loco.#TD#
Hestler has picked Loco up - he's going for a ride! Hestler dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hestler (2) vs (0) Loco
Hestler controlling the action here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco looks winded!#T1#
Loco is trying to get back to full guard.
Hestler content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T2#
Loco is looking to improve his position.
Hestler takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Hestler seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Loco for as long as he can get away with.#T3#
Hestler continues to stall.
Hestler will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hestler passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hestler (5) vs (0) Loco
Hestler takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hestler's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T4#
Hestler has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
More hug and hope from Hestler.#T5#
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Further stalling from Hestler.#T6#
Hestler moves to back control. Score +3 for taking back: Hestler (8) vs (0) Loco
Hestler is riding his opponent, not letting Loco buck him off.
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Hestler is stinking the place up with his stalling.#T7##T8#
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T9#
This is a sustained period of stalling by Hestler.
Hestler continues to hold on tight.#T10#
Loco tries to escape the position.
Loco is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Hestler.
#T11##T12#
Loco is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.#T13#
Loco tries to roll but Hestler sticks to his back.
#T14#
Hestler biding his time, looking for the opening.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Hestler takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
Red Hestler made sure to mention his sponsor, The Huntington New Age Wellness Community in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
GFY 70 - Clear your chache
Date: Jul 30, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 55 wins and 45 losses; Sirus Hughes! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 21 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Daniel Franklin and Chris Downing.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hestler wants to clinch.#TD2#
Hestler fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Hughes sprawls well initially but Hestler persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hughes (0) vs (2) Hestler#SUB#
Hestler is trying to improve position by moving to mount. Hughes has hold of his neck though and manages to move into guard! All of a sudden, Hestler is in a lot of trouble! Hughes is straining to finish and he's done it! Hestler taps out! Amazing!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Sirus Hughes! |
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Event:
GFY 69 - Unemotional Cowboy
Date: Jul 25, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 20 losses; Red Hestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 44 losses; Mono Loco!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, Wesley Smith and Frank Dennis.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Loco closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Hestler did well to prevent Loco getting side control. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hestler (0) vs (2) Loco
Hestler is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Loco is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Hestler tries to roll over but Loco keeps him under control.
Hestler wants to control but Loco is keeping busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Hestler is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Loco is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Hestler is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Hestler looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hestler is trying to get back to full guard.
Hestler is looking to control Loco's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hestler avoid being mounted?#T2#
Hestler tries to get to full guard but Loco has control of the leg.
Hestler on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Hestler tries to get out of the position.
Loco not doing much here.
Loco looks winded!
Hestler wants to control but Loco is keeping busy.
#T3#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Hestler is trying to get back to full guard.
Hestler is trying to control but can't.
Hestler tries to roll over but Loco keeps him under control.
Hestler trying to hold on to Loco's head to control him but Loco postures up.
Hestler tries to get to full guard but Loco has control of the leg.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Hestler looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4#
Hestler is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Hestler looking for submissions off his back.#T5#
Loco prevents Hestler from improving his position.
Loco is looking to take a break and control but Hestler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hestler tries to roll over but Loco keeps him under control.
Hestler trying to control but Loco postures up.
#T6##SUB#
Hestler looking for submissions off his back.
Hestler wants to improve his position but Loco is controlling well.
Hestler is working hard here to advance position.#T7#
Hestler is looking to control Loco's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hestler avoid being mounted?
Hestler wants to improve his position but Loco is controlling well.
Hestler wants to control but Loco is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hestler tries to get to full guard but Loco has control of the leg.
Loco is looking to take a break and control but Hestler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hestler trying to control from the bottom.
#T8#
Hestler wants to improve his position but Loco is controlling well.
Hestler trying to control but Loco postures up.
Hestler is looking to improve his position.
#T9#
Hestler is trying to maintain the position but Loco is very close to passing his half guard.
Hestler tries to roll over but Loco keeps him under control.#T10##SUB#
Hestler actively working from the bottom here.
Loco is thwarting Hestler's attempts to control the position.
Hestler is looking for a sweep. Loco is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Loco wants to take a breather but Hestler is having none of it.
Hestler is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T11#
Hestler wants to control but Loco is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hestler is looking for a sweep. Loco is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hestler trying to control but Loco postures up.
#T12#
Hestler is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hestler is trying to maintain the position but Loco is very close to passing his half guard.#T13#
Hestler wants to improve his position but Loco is controlling well.
Hestler has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Loco is working away from the top position though.#T14#
Hestler tries to roll over but Loco keeps him under control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hestler wants to control but Loco is keeping busy and won't allow it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Loco wins on points by 2 to 0.
An out of breath Mono Loco 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:
GFY 68 - Why can't I read
Date: Jul 21, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 20 losses; Red Hestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Xicko Loco!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Wesley Smith and Chris Downing.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Loco forces Hestler back against the ropes and clinches.
Loco is looking for a takedown up against the ropes. Hestler gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Hestler tries to score a body lock takedown but Loco shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#TD2#
Loco has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Hestler uses from the top position.
Hestler postures up.
Hestler showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Loco looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Loco controls Hestler momentarily but Hestler frees himself.
Hestler sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Loco looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Hestler seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #T1#
Loco is trying to control the position but Hestler postures up.
Hestler controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Hestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Loco is keeping the position for now.
Hestler is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Loco trying to keep a closed guard but Hestler is proving a slippery customer.
#T2#
Hestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Loco is keeping the position for now.
Loco is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hestler is stalling in the full guard.
Hestler passes into half guard. #T3#
Loco is looking to control Hestler's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Loco avoid being mounted?
Loco trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Hestler manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Hestler (3) vs (0) Loco
Loco really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Hestler controlling from mount.
Loco tries to hold on but Hestler pushes him away.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Loco is working to get back to half guard.
Hestler avoids the attempt from Loco to control.#T4#
Loco is trying to escape the mount.
Loco is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Loco tries to hold on but Hestler postures up.
Hestler controlling from the full mount.
Loco can't escape the position.
Loco tries to hold on but Hestler postures up.#T5#
Loco gets back to half guard.
Loco trying to hold on to Hestler's head to control him but Hestler postures up.
Loco is trying to get back to full guard.
Loco has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hestler is working away from the top position though.
Hestler seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Loco wants to improve his position but Hestler is controlling well.
Loco trying to control from the bottom.
Hestler slows the pace down in half guard. #T6#
Hestler is thwarting Loco's attempts to control the position.
Hestler trying to pass the guard but Loco defending well.
Loco is trying to get back to full guard.
Hestler slows the pace down in half guard.
Loco wants to control but Hestler is keeping busy.
#T7#
Hestler is taking a breather. Loco 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.
Hestler trying to mount his opponent but Loco defends it.
Loco is trying to control but can't.
Hestler prevents Loco from improving his position.
Loco trying to control from the bottom.
Hestler stalling.
Loco trying to control here.
Hestler prevents Loco from improving his position.
Hestler is controlling the pace.
#T8#
Hestler prevents Loco from improving his position.
Hestler controlling the action here.
Loco is trying to control but can't.
Loco wants to get back to full guard but Hestler has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hestler (6) vs (0) Loco
Hestler is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Loco will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T9#
Loco is trying to get back to half guard.
Hestler wants to lay and pray for a moment but Loco keeps working.
You can see the frustration on Loco's face as Hestler controls the position.
Loco can't do much from the bottom here.
Loco is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Hestler taking a breather here. #T10#
Loco is trying to control Hestler's posture but Hestler avoids it.
Hestler trying to control the position but Loco is working away.
Hestler controlling the position.
Hestler wants to lay and pray for a moment but Loco keeps working.
I wouldn't like to be where Loco is right now.
Loco is looking for a sweep.
Hestler taking a breather here. #T11#
Loco is trying to control Hestler's posture but Hestler avoids it.
Hestler taking a breather here.
Loco can't do much from the bottom here.
Loco is trying to improve his position.
Loco struggling a bit here.#T12#
Loco trying to remain calm as Hestler controls from the top position.
Loco is looking for a sweep.
A lull in the action here as Hestler stalls from top position.
Hestler wants to lay and pray for a moment but Loco keeps working.
Loco is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hestler's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Hestler performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T13#
Loco is pressing down on Hestler's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Loco not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hestler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Loco trying to control the position.
Loco might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hestler haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Loco has control of Hestler's left arm, preventing Hestler from doing any damage.
Loco is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T14#
Hestler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Loco swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hestler postures up.
Hestler 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.
Hestler wants to pass the guard but Loco is keeping the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Loco not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hestler takes the fight on points by 6 to 0.
An out of breath and clearly excited Red Hestler thanked The Huntington New Age Wellness Community for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
GFY 67 - Billie Eilish SUCKS
Date: Jul 17, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 20 losses; Trip Fontaine! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 19 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Daniel Franklin and George Francis.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Fontaine moves into the clinch.
Hestler looking for a takedown. #TD2#
Hestler gets control of Fontaine's arms and successfully pulls guard. Hestler will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Fontaine advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Fontaine (3) vs (0) Hestler
Fontaine wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hestler keeps working.
Hestler can't do much from the bottom here.
You can see the frustration on Hestler's face as Fontaine controls the position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Fontaine is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Hestler is trying to escape and Fontaine transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Hestler is forced to tap! Nice work there by Fontaine! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Trip Fontaine!
Trip Fontaine really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that The Huntington New Age Wellness Community logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
GFY 66 - Saturday the 13th
Date: Jul 13, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 18 losses; Red Hestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 33 losses; Filmore Everett!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Alan Glass and Wesley Smith.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Hestler wants to clinch but Everett slips to the side#TD2#
and Everett counters with a single leg into guard. Hestler didn't expect that. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hestler (0) vs (2) Everett
Hestler on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Hestler tries to get out of the position.
Hestler looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Everett thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Everett looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hestler working a defensive guard here.
Everett preventing the sweep.
Hestler knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Everett on the ground.#T1#
Everett slips nicely into half guard.
Everett with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Everett trying to control the action but Hestler is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Everett wants to work for an arm triangle but Hestler is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Everett passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hestler (0) vs (5) Everett
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hestler is looking to get to half guard.#T2#
Hestler looks out of his depth in this position - he's holding on tight.
Everett controlling from the full mount.
Everett avoids the attempt from Hestler to control.#SUB2#
Everett working for a submission but Hestler is keeping him at bay. #T3#
Hestler can't escape the position.
Everett looking to control but Hestler is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hestler wants to control but Everett is having none of it.
Hestler is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Hestler is in all sorts of trouble here.
#SUB2#
Everett looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Everett takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T4#
Hestler wants to control but Everett is having none of it.
Hestler is squirming around, avoiding Everett's attempts to control the action.
Hestler is looking to get to half guard.
Everett tries to control but Hestler wriggling away.
Everett avoids the attempt from Hestler to control.#T5#
Everett wants to control the pace but Hestler is squirming around nicely.
Hestler tries to hold on but Everett pushes him away.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hestler is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Everett is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Everett can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hestler is looking to escape.
Hestler is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Everett prevents Hestler from getting the reversal.#T6#
Everett looking to control but Hestler is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hestler keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Everett trying to control but Hestler is having none of it.
Hestler tries to hold on but Everett pushes him away.
Everett tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #SUB2#
Everett is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Hestler has managed to escape the submission attempt.
#T7#
Everett controlling the pace for now.
Hestler tries to hold on but Everett pushes him away.
Everett can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hestler is looking to escape.
Hestler is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T8##SUB2#
Everett is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Hestler has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Everett avoids the attempt from Hestler to control.#SUB2#
Everett is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Hestler is surviving well by controlling Everett's body position as best he can.
Hestler really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Everett avoids the attempt from Hestler to control.#T9#
Hestler is desperately trying to improve his position but Everett has a good base and remains in mount.
Everett sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #SUB2#
Everett looking to secure an arm triangle but Hestler defends it well.
Hestler tries to lock up and control but Everett gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Hestler is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T10#
Everett takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Everett prevents Hestler from getting the reversal.
Everett sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Hestler is looking to improve his position but Everett isn't that keen on the idea.
Hestler tries to hold on but Everett pushes him away.
Hestler really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T11#
Hestler slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Everett trying to control from half guard but Hestler is working away.
Everett works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Hestler (0) vs (8) Everett
Hestler is desperately trying to improve his position but Everett has a good base and remains in mount.#SUB2#
Everett looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#T12#
Hestler can't escape the position.
Hestler wants to control but Everett is having none of it.
Hestler is looking to get to half guard.
Everett tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hestler is trying desperately to improve position.#T13##SUB2#
Hestler defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Everett. #SUB2#
Everett looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Hestler wants to hold on but Everett pushes him away.
Hestler is working to get back to half guard.
Everett wants to control the pace but Hestler is squirming around nicely. #T14#
Hestler is working to get back to half guard.
#SUB2#
Everett jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Hestler manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Hestler is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Everett is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hestler (0) vs (10) Everett
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Everett looking for a guillotine from mount but Hestler is having none of it.
Everett can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hestler is looking to escape.
And that's the end of the fight!
Everett wins on points by 10 to 0.
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Filmore Everett made sure he mentioned The Huntington New Age Wellness Community , along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
GFY 65 - I saw WATER
Date: Jul 09, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 18 losses; Ceferino Garcia! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 17 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Tiny Johnson and Alan Glass.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Garcia closes the distance and clinches. #TD#
Garcia pulls guard successfully.
Garcia trying to control the position here.
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Garcia is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Garcia is pulling down on Hestler's head. It's preventing any offense from Hestler, at least for the moment.
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Garcia is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Garcia is trying to keep Hestler in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Garcia looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T1#
Garcia is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Garcia pulls Hestler in close to his closed guard and prevents Hestler from doing any damage or advancing position.
Garcia trying to control the position.
Garcia is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Garcia continues to stall.
Garcia keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully. #T2#
Garcia seems keen to control Hestler's posture.
Hestler trying to control but Garcia is working from the bottom.
Garcia not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hestler trying to control but Garcia is working from the bottom.
Garcia can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hestler controls the pace.
Hestler must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Hestler wants to control from the top but Garcia keeps moving.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Garcia is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T3#
Garcia pulls Hestler in close to his closed guard and prevents Hestler from doing any damage or advancing position.
Hestler controlling from the top position.
Garcia is adopting a defensive guard.
Hestler's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Garcia is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Garcia controlling the position.#T4#
Hestler postures up.
Hestler is fighting to break Garcia's control of his arms but Garcia is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Garcia trying to keep a closed guard but Hestler is proving a slippery customer.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hestler controls from within his opponent's guard.
Garcia looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Hestler's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T5#
Garcia not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hestler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hestler preventing the sweep.
Garcia is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Garcia holds on and takes a little breather.
Garcia looking to control.
Garcia keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully.
Garcia is trying to keep Hestler in close.
Hestler wants to control from the top but Garcia keeps moving.
Garcia trying to control the position.
#T6#
Garcia pulls Hestler in close to prevent any damage.
Hestler looking to sit in guard and control but Garcia gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Garcia (2) vs (0) Hestler
Garcia content to stall in guard here.
Hestler 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.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Garcia trying to control but Hestler is working from the bottom.
Garcia looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T7#
Garcia wants to control from the top but Hestler keeps moving.
Garcia looking to pass the guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Hestler can do anything to dispel that myth.
Garcia sitting in guard here, content to control.
Garcia trying to control the position from guard on top but Hestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Garcia passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Garcia (5) vs (0) Hestler
Garcia in side control, just content to control the action for now. #T8#
Garcia has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Garcia (7) vs (0) Hestler
Garcia content just to control the position here.
Hestler is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Garcia can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hestler is looking to escape.
Garcia sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T9#
Hestler keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Garcia avoids the attempt from Hestler to control.
Garcia controlling the pace for now.
Garcia can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hestler is looking to escape. #T10#
Hestler is wriggling around trying to escape.
Garcia tries to control but Hestler wriggling away.
Hestler is desperately trying to improve his position but Garcia has a good base and remains in mount.
Garcia trying to control but Hestler is having none of it.
Garcia takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Score +3 for taking back: Garcia (10) vs (0) Hestler
Garcia is looking to control Hestler but Hestler is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Garcia keeps control of the position as Hestler tries to break free.
#T11#
Garcia controlling from the back.
Garcia is looking to control Hestler but Hestler is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Garcia has good solid back control here.
Hestler can't escape the position.
Hestler trying to control the position but Garcia manages to sink in the hooks.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#T12#
Hestler staying busy and making it hard for Garcia to control.
Hestler trying to control the action but Garcia just sinks the hooks in.
Hestler can't escape the position.
Hestler staying busy and making it hard for Garcia to control. #T13#
Garcia controls the position.
Hestler rolls, trying to escape but Garcia keeps control of the position.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
A lull in the action here.
Hestler is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Garcia.
Hestler looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T14#
Garcia is riding his opponent, not letting Hestler buck him off.
Hestler looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Garcia controlling from the back.
Garcia is looking to control Hestler but Hestler is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
You can see the frustration on Hestler's face� He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
And that's the end of the fight!
Garcia takes the fight on points by 10 to 0. |
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Event:
GFY 64 - NOT Carl Weathers
Date: Jul 05, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 45 losses; Olaf Snowstrinski! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 16 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Franklin, Cecil Peabody and Gwen Towbar.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Hestler is looking to clinch but Snowstrinski is avoiding it.
Olaf Snowstrinski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Snowstrinski closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Snowstrinski lands in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Snowstrinski (2) vs (0) Hestler
Snowstrinski sitting in guard here, content to control.
Hestler is trying to keep Snowstrinski in close.
Snowstrinski stands and throws Hestler's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Snowstrinski (5) vs (0) Hestler
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hestler is trying to improve his position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Hestler can do anything to dispel that myth.
Snowstrinski is staying tight to Hestler's torso, preventing him from escaping.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T1#
Hestler tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB#
Snowstrinski thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Hestler is trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Snowstrinski taking a breather here.
Snowstrinski trying to control the position but Hestler is working away.
A lull in the action here.
You can see the frustration on Hestler's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T2#
Hestler seems a little lost for a moment, as Snowstrinski dominates the positioning.
Hestler really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Snowstrinski. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Snowstrinski works to advance to full mount. Hestler defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Snowstrinski (7) vs (0) Hestler#SUB#
Snowstrinski looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Hestler tries to hold on but Snowstrinski pushes him away.
Hestler is looking to get to half guard.
Snowstrinski trying to control but Hestler is having none of it.
Snowstrinski avoids the attempt from Hestler to control.
Snowstrinski looking to control and managing it successfully. #T3#
Snowstrinski tries to control but Hestler wriggling away.
Snowstrinski avoids the attempt from Hestler to control.
Snowstrinski trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Snowstrinski is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Hestler is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Hestler stops Snowstrinski from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. #T4##SUB#
Snowstrinski looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Hestler looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Snowstrinski (10) vs (0) Hestler
You can see the frustration on Hestler's face� He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
A lull in the action here.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Hestler is really stuck here.
Snowstrinski just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T5##SUB#
Snowstrinski has his arm under Hestler's chin here. Game over son! Snowstrinski squeezes tightly and Hestler is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Olaf Snowstrinski!
A pretty intense looking Olaf Snowstrinski took the opportunity post-fight to ask for a shot at the title. |
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Event:
GFY 62 - Aquarius Jan thru May
Date: Jun 27, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 18 losses; Ceferino Garcia! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 15 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Alan Glass and Robert Twigg.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Garcia clinches up with Hestler and pushes him back against the ropes.#TD#
Garcia successfully pulls guard.
Garcia seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Hestler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hestler wants to control from the top but Garcia keeps moving.
Garcia pulls Hestler in close to prevent any damage.
Hestler wants to pass the guard but Garcia is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Garcia lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Garcia (2) vs (0) Hestler
Hestler controls Garcia momentarily but Garcia frees himself. #T1#
Garcia controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Hestler not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Garcia showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Garcia has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Garcia slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Garcia (5) vs (0) Hestler
Garcia is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Hestler's shoulder. That is not cool.
Garcia works to advance to full mount. Hestler defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Garcia (7) vs (0) Hestler
Garcia controlling from the full mount.
Hestler working to try and regain half guard.
#T2#
Garcia controlling the pace for now.
Hestler wants to control but Garcia is having none of it.
Hestler working to try and regain half guard.
Garcia controlling his opponent.
Garcia can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hestler is looking to escape.
Garcia controlling the position easily from mount. #T3#
Hestler is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Garcia tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Garcia's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Hestler tries to hold on but Garcia postures up.
Hestler is trying desperately to improve position.
Garcia looking to control but Hestler is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T4#
Hestler stops Garcia from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Garcia controlling from the full mount.
Garcia wants to control the pace but Hestler is squirming around nicely.
Hestler working to try and regain half guard.
Hestler tries to lock up and control but Garcia gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Garcia looking to control but Hestler is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hestler has given up his back. Will we see Garcia going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Garcia (10) vs (0) Hestler#T5#
Hestler rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Garcia performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Garcia wants to take a breather but Hestler is having none of it.
Garcia prevents Hestler from improving his position.
Garcia wants to take a breather but Hestler is having none of it.
Garcia is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T6#
Hestler tries to get to full guard but Garcia has control of the leg.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Hestler can do anything to dispel that myth.
Garcia perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Hestler is refusing to be controlled, as Garcia sits in half guard.
Garcia trying to control the pace.
Hestler is refusing to be controlled, as Garcia sits in half guard.
Hestler wants to improve his position but Garcia is controlling well.
#T7#
Garcia seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Garcia is keen to just control but Hestler is a slippery customer.
Garcia controlling the action here.
Garcia prevents Hestler from improving his position.
Hestler wants to control but Garcia is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Garcia wants to pass to mount but Hestler is defending the position.
Garcia wants to control but Hestler is keeping him busy. #T8#
Hestler is looking to improve his position.
Garcia controlling the pace.
Hestler controlling the position for now.
Garcia controlling the action here.
Garcia is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Garcia (13) vs (0) Hestler
Garcia controlling the position easily from mount.
Garcia wants to control the pace but Hestler is squirming around nicely. #T9#
Hestler is looking to improve his position but Garcia isn't that keen on the idea.
Garcia looking to control and managing it successfully.
Garcia moves to the back. Score +3 for taking back: Garcia (16) vs (0) Hestler
Garcia tries to get the hooks in deep but Hestler pushed the leg off.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Garcia controlling the positon.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Garcia tries to keep control of the position but Hestler is staying busy.
Hestler just trying to survive but Garcia is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #T10#
Garcia has the hooks in. Hestler is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Garcia has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Hestler's body.
Garcia gets his hands free as Hestler looks to control.
Hestler can't escape the position.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Hestler trying to control the hands but Garcia breaks the grip.
Garcia struggling to keep hold of the position.
Garcia biding his time, looking for the opening.
Hestler is in bad spot here.
#T11#
Garcia biding his time, looking for the opening.
Hestler rolls, trying to escape but Garcia keeps control of the position.
Garcia controlling from the back.
Garcia not allowing Hestler to control his hands.
Garcia trying to control momentarily.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Garcia is hanging on to Hestler's back as he tries to escape.
#T12#
Good control from Garcia.
Garcia not allowing Hestler to control his hands.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Garcia controlling the positon.
Hestler is keeping busy.
Garcia is riding his opponent, not letting Hestler buck him off.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Garcia's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
#T13#
Garcia is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Garcia is not going to allow Hestler to sit and survive in this position.
Garcia controls the action.#T14#
Garcia wants to control but Hestler is keeping busy.
Garcia is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Garcia continues to stall.
And that's the end of the fight!
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Event:
GFY 61 - Easy Needle Dick
Date: Jun 23, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 18 losses; Ceferino Garcia! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 14 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Frank Dennis and Robert Twigg.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Hestler drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Garcia (0) vs (4) Hestler
Garcia is not content to let Hestler control the position.
Garcia tries to improve position but can't.
You can see the frustration on Garcia's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Garcia regains half guard.
Garcia has his hands clasped together around Hestler's back. He's all about the action.
Hestler trying to mount his opponent but Garcia defends it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hestler perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Hestler prevents Garcia from improving his position.#T1#
Garcia is not content to let Hestler control the position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hestler in particular looking to stall.
Garcia gets back to full guard.
Garcia has his hands on Hestler's head, controlling the position.
Hestler is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Garcia is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T2#
Garcia lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Garcia (2) vs (4) Hestler
Garcia is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Gonzasco Hydropathy that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Garcia looking to pass the guard.
Hestler looking to control.
Hestler wants to sweep but no luck.
Garcia stands and throws Hestler's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Garcia (5) vs (4) Hestler
Garcia has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Hestler! Score +2 for reaching mount: Garcia (7) vs (4) Hestler
Hestler can't escape the position.
Garcia controlling the pace for now. #T3#
Garcia is trying to take his opponent's back.
Garcia looking to control and managing it successfully.
Hestler tries to hold on but Garcia pushes him away.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Hestler can do anything to dispel that myth.
Garcia sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Garcia trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T4#
Garcia sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Garcia wants to control the pace but Hestler is squirming around nicely.
Hestler is looking to get to half guard.
Garcia takes Hestler's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Hestler is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Garcia (10) vs (4) Hestler
Garcia tries to keep control of the position but Hestler is staying busy.
Garcia controlling well, preventing Hestler from escaping the position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T5#
Garcia has good solid back control here.
Garcia has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Hestler tries to escape but Garcia has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T6#
Garcia not allowing Hestler to control his hands.
Garcia controlling the position well here. Hestler rolled but Garcia kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Hestler wants to control his opponent's hands but Garcia gets his hands free.
Hestler is keeping busy.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#T7#
Garcia gets his hands free as Hestler looks to control.
Hestler is in bad spot here.
Hestler is still trying to improve position.
Garcia has good solid back control here.
Garcia trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Hestler is in bad spot here.
Garcia biding his time, controlling Hestler.
Garcia is not going to allow Hestler to sit and survive in this position.
Garcia keeps control of the position easily here as Hestler tries to buck him off.
#T8#
Hestler can't escape the position.
Garcia is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hestler tries to escape the position.
I would not like to be Hestler right now.
#T9#
Hestler is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Garcia trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Hestler doesn't escape.
Hestler can't escape the position.
Good control from Garcia.
Garcia wants to control but Hestler is keeping busy.#T10#
Garcia is really struggling to control Hestler but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Hestler is really stuck here.
Garcia is riding his opponent, not letting Hestler buck him off.
Hestler trying to control the hands but Garcia won't let him.
Garcia tries to keep control of the position but Hestler is staying busy.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#T11#
Garcia continues to stall.
Hestler is trying to break free.
Garcia controls the action.
Will Garcia go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Garcia biding his time, looking for the opening.
Garcia gets his hands free as Hestler looks to control.
Garcia is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
#T12#
Garcia keeps control of the position as Hestler tries to break free.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Hestler tries to roll but Garcia sticks to his back.
Garcia trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Hestler doesn't escape.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Garcia's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Garcia slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Hestler tries to escape but Garcia has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Hestler is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Garcia.
#T13#
Will Garcia go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Hestler rolls, trying to escape but Garcia keeps control of the position.
Hestler trying to control but not successfully.
Garcia has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Hestler's body.
Hestler turns into Garcia and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Garcia (10) vs (6) Hestler
Hestler must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Garcia is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Garcia is pulling down on Hestler's head. It's preventing any offense from Hestler, at least for the moment.#T14#
Hestler won't allow Garcia to sweep him here.
Garcia looking to control.
Hestler controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Garcia is pulling down on Hestler's head. It's preventing any offense from Hestler, at least for the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hestler showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Garcia takes the fight on points by 10 to 6. |
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Event:
GFY 60 - pop song ppl forgot
Date: Jun 19, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 13 losses; Red Hestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 37 losses; Mono Loco!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, Robert Twigg and Daniel Franklin.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Loco closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Hestler quickly recovers to half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hestler (0) vs (2) Loco#SUB2#
Loco is trying a forearm choke� I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hestler is looking for a sweep. Loco is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hestler is working hard here to advance position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco controlling the pace. #SUB2#
Hestler is trying to control Loco's posture. Loco takes advantage of the lull and advances to side control. He also appears to have an arm triangle here! Uh oh, big trouble for Hestler! Loco is rotating here... this could be the end... Hestler is out! Loco has ended this one emphatically! Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Mono Loco!
An out of breath Mono Loco 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:
GFY 59 - I fought a barber man
Date: Jun 15, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 17 losses; Ceferino Garcia! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 12 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Robert Twigg and Daniel Franklin.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Garcia gets a clinch. #TD#
Garcia jumps guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Garcia controlling the position.
Hestler trying to control but Garcia is working from the bottom.
Garcia managing to control the position.
Hestler must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Garcia not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hestler is fighting to break Garcia's control of his arms but Garcia is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Garcia working a defensive guard here.
#T1#
Garcia is really struggling to control Hestler but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Garcia bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hestler's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Garcia (2) vs (0) Hestler
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Hestler can do anything to dispel that myth.
Garcia content to stall in guard here.
Garcia continues to stall.#SUB2#
Hestler working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Garcia doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Garcia manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Garcia postures up.
Garcia content to stall in guard here.
Garcia's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T2#
Garcia forces his way into half guard.
Garcia with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Garcia has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Hestler tries to roll over but Garcia keeps him under control.#T3#
Garcia sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Garcia has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Garcia (5) vs (0) Hestler
Garcia controlling from mount.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Garcia.
More hug and hope from Garcia.
Further stalling from Garcia.#T4#
Garcia prevents Hestler from getting the reversal.
Garcia tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hestler is controlling an arm, preventing Garcia from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Garcia controlling the position easily from mount.
Garcia continues to hold on tight.#T5#
Hestler is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Garcia sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Garcia can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hestler is looking to escape.
Garcia takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Garcia wants to take Hestler's back here but Hestler is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Hestler is in all sorts of trouble here.
Garcia looking to control and managing it successfully. #T6#
Hestler has given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Garcia (8) vs (0) Hestler#T7#
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Garcia's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Hestler tries to escape but Garcia has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Garcia is riding his opponent, not letting Hestler buck him off.
Hestler tries to escape but Garcia has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T8#
Garcia really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Hestler.#T9#
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Garcia is stinking the place up with his stalling.
Garcia tries to keep control of the position but Hestler is staying busy.
Garcia has good solid back control here.
Garcia trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
#T10#
Hestler trying to control the hands but Garcia won't let him.
Garcia has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Hestler's body.
Hestler is in bad spot here.
I would not like to be Hestler right now.
Hestler turns into Garcia and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Garcia (8) vs (2) Hestler#T11#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Garcia holds on and takes a little breather.
Hestler won't allow Garcia to sweep him here.
Garcia is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Garcia manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hestler manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Garcia (10) vs (2) Hestler
Garcia not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Garcia pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hestler is keeping the position for now.
Hestler is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T12#
Garcia trying to control but Hestler is working from the bottom.
Hestler has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Garcia has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Garcia (13) vs (2) Hestler
Garcia works to advance to full mount. Hestler defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Garcia (15) vs (2) Hestler
Garcia controlling his opponent. #T13#
Hestler tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hestler tries to lock up and control but Garcia gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Hestler looks winded!
Garcia takes Hestler's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Hestler is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Garcia (18) vs (2) Hestler
I would not like to be Hestler right now.
#T14#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Garcia takes the fight on points by 18 to 2. |
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Event:
GFY 58 - You don't text right
Date: Jun 11, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 12 losses; Red Hestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 18 losses; Felix Krnacova!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Robert Twigg and Wesley Smith.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Krnacova tries for a takedown but Hestler circles away easily#CL#
and Hestler counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Hestler. #TD#
Hestler has hold of one of Krnacova's legs. Krnacova is fighting the takedown attempt but Hestler gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hestler (2) vs (0) Krnacova
Krnacova is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hestler controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Hestler postures up.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Krnacova can do anything to dispel that myth.
Krnacova is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Hestler seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hestler's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Krnacova 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.
Hestler not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T1#
Hestler preventing the sweep.
Hestler controlling from the top position.
Krnacova is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Krnacova being controlled here, momentarily.
Krnacova looking for a sweep. Not yet Krnacova, not yet.
Hestler controls from within his opponent's guard.
Krnacova wants to sweep but no luck. #T2#
Hestler stays in close to Krnacova's body and controls the position.
Krnacova looking to control but Hestler passes into half guard.
Krnacova looks winded!
Hestler content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Hestler prevents Krnacova from improving his position.
Hestler controlling the action here.
Krnacova wants to sweep but Hestler has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hestler (5) vs (0) Krnacova#T3#
You can see the frustration on Krnacova's face as Hestler controls the position.
Further stalling from Hestler.
Hestler has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Krnacova is trying to get back to half guard.
Hestler moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #T4#
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Hestler is stinking the place up with his stalling.#T5#
Krnacova is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
A lull in the action here.
Hestler seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Krnacova for as long as he can get away with.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Hestler.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T6#
Hestler continues to stall.#T7#
Krnacova tries to bench press Hestler off him but Hestler keeps the position.
Hestler slows the pace down. #T8##T9#
More hug and hope from Hestler.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hestler continues to hold on tight.#T10#
Krnacova is looking to regain half guard here but Hestler keeps moving and retains side control.
The referee asks Hestler politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Hestler prefers to stall for the moment though.#T11#
Krnacova is looking for a sweep.
Hestler taking a breather here. #T12##T13#
Krnacova wants to control but Hestler postures up.
Hestler taking a breather here. #T14#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Hestler takes the fight on points by 5 to 0.
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Red Hestler made sure he mentioned The Huntington New Age Wellness Community , along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
GFY 57 - Do you know who I am
Date: Jun 07, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 11 losses; Red Hestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 17 losses; Uncle Abner!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Daniel Franklin and Stewart Dunkirk.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Abner drives through and clinches with Hestler against the ropes.
#TD2#
Abner successfully pulls guard.
Abner is trying to keep Hestler in close.
Hestler wants to control from the top but Abner keeps moving.
Abner wants to sweep but no luck.
Abner pulls Hestler in close to prevent any damage.
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Abner is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Hestler wants to pass the guard but Abner is keeping the position.
Hestler is working hard here to advance position.
Abner seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #SUB2#
Abner is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hestler is aware though and is defending well.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T2#
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Abner is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Abner pulls Hestler in close to prevent any damage.
Abner keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully.
Hestler looking to pass the guard.
Abner seems keen to control Hestler's posture.
Hestler wants to control from the top but Abner keeps moving. #T3#
Abner wants to sweep but no luck.
Abner is controlling Hestler's posture.
Hestler trying to control but Abner is working from the bottom.
Abner pulls Hestler in to control the position.
Abner keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Abner throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Abner looking to control.
#T4#
Abner manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hestler manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hestler (0) vs (2) Abner
Hestler wants to sweep but no luck.
Abner advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hestler (0) vs (5) Abner
Hestler is looking for a sweep.
Hestler is trying to escape the position but Abner is controlling the position.
Hestler is looking to regain half guard here but Abner keeps moving and retains side control.
Hestler knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Abner on the ground.
Abner happy to just control the position for now. #T5#
Abner has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Hestler! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hestler (0) vs (7) Abner
Abner content just to control the position here. #SUB2#
Abner working for a guillotine from mount but Hestler is in no mood to give up. #SUB2#
Abner looking for a guillotine from mount but Hestler is having none of it.
Abner trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Hestler on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Hestler tries to get out of the position.#T6##SUB2#
Abner has control of Hestler's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Hestler regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Abner controlling from the full mount. #SUB2#
Abner looking to secure an arm triangle but Hestler defends it well.
Hestler is controlling an arm, preventing Abner from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
#T7#
Hestler is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#SUB2#
Abner jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Hestler manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Hestler is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Abner is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Hestler knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Hestler seems a little lost for a moment, as Abner dominates the positioning.#T8##SUB2#
Abner tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Abner has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Hestler is trying to improve his position.
Abner advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Hestler (0) vs (9) Abner
Abner controlling his opponent. #T9#
Hestler prevents Abner from taking his back.#SUB2#
Abner working for a guillotine from mount but Hestler is in no mood to give up.
Abner controlling the pace for now.
Hestler working to try and regain half guard.
Abner takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T10#
Hestler is squirming around, avoiding Abner's attempts to control the action.
Abner sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Abner's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Abner trying to control but Hestler is having none of it.
Hestler tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T11#
Abner wants to control the pace but Hestler is squirming around nicely.
Abner prevents Hestler from getting the reversal.#SUB2#
Abner looking for a guillotine from mount but Hestler is having none of it.
Abner trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Abner sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T12#
Abner wants to control the pace but Hestler is squirming around nicely. #SUB2#
Abner is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Hestler is surviving well by controlling Abner's body position as best he can.
Abner takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
We've been informed that Abner has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Abner trying to control but Hestler is having none of it. #T13##SUB2#
Abner is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Hestler is surviving well by controlling Abner's body position as best he can.
Abner controlling the position easily from mount. #SUB2#
Abner looking for a guillotine from mount but Hestler is having none of it.
Abner moves to back control. Score +3 for taking back: Hestler (0) vs (12) Abner#SUB2#
Abner is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Hestler knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Hestler for a finish. #T14##SUB2#
Abner looking for the RNC.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Abner controlling the positon.
Abner not allowing Hestler to control his hands.
Hestler looking very determined here, making life difficult for Abner.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Abner keeps control of the position easily here as Hestler tries to buck him off.
And that's the end of the fight!
Abner wins on points by 12 to 0.
Uncle Abner gave a mention to Glomco Nutrition in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
GFY 56 - Zip Zap Zoo
Date: Jun 03, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 16 losses; Felix Krnacova! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 11 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, Wesley Smith and Frank Dennis.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Krnacova shoots in but no luck this time.
Hestler steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Krnacova.
Hestler stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Hestler wants it to stay on the feet.#TD2#
Hestler shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Hestler was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Krnacova (0) vs (4) Hestler
Krnacova tries to improve position but can't.
Hestler controls the position.
Krnacova tries to buck Hestler off but Hestler is having none of it.
Hestler is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Krnacova will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hestler trying to control the action but Krnacova is working from the bottom.
Krnacova is trying to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hestler slows the pace down.
Krnacova is trying to improve his position.#T1#
Hestler just content to control the position.
Krnacova is trying to get back to half guard.
Krnacova is being controlled here.
Hestler's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Krnacova is looking for a sweep.
Krnacova is being controlled here. #T2#
Krnacova is trying to improve his position.
Krnacova is breathing heavily.
Hestler controlling the position from side mount.
It looks like Hestler might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T3#
Krnacova is looking for a sweep.
Krnacova is trying to escape the position but Hestler is controlling the position.
Let's hope that Hestler has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Krnacova tries to bench press Hestler off him but Hestler keeps the position.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. #T4#
Krnacova on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Krnacova tries to get out of the position.
Krnacova is looking for a sweep.
Krnacova seems a little lost for a moment, as Hestler dominates the positioning.#T5##T6#
Krnacova tries to buck Hestler off but Hestler is having none of it.
Hestler taking a breather here.
More stalling from Hestler.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Hestler.#T7#
Hestler with more of the same as he continues to hold on.
Hestler is continuing to stall.#T8#
Krnacova is trying to improve his position.
Hestler controlling the position.
The adventures of Hestler the control monster continue. Boring.
Krnacova wants to control but Hestler postures up.
Hestler content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T9#
Yet more stalling tactics from Hestler.
Krnacova is looking for a sweep.#T10#
Krnacova is letting Hestler control him for a moment.
Krnacova is looking for a sweep.
Hestler content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T11##T12##T13#
Krnacova is looking for a sweep.
Hestler controlling from side mount. #T14#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Hestler wins on points by 4 to 0.
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Red Hestler made sure he mentioned The Huntington New Age Wellness Community , along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
GFY 55 - Free Air at Ted Weins
Date: May 30, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 10 losses; Red Hestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 34 losses; Mono Loco!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Cecil Peabody and Tiny Johnson.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Loco gets a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hestler (0) vs (2) Loco
Hestler wants to get back to full guard.
Hestler is working hard here to advance position.
Hestler on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Hestler tries to get out of the position.#SUB2#
Hestler is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Loco has latched onto it... Big trouble! Loco pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Hestler is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Loco!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mono Loco!
A very excited looking Mono Loco made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
GFY 54 - on I on street
Date: May 26, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 16 losses; Trip Fontaine! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 9 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Gwen Towbar and Alan Glass.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hestler shoots in looking for a takedown but Fontaine manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Hestler's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Fontaine attempts a counter takedown but Hestler avoids it well and moves away.
Hestler tries to clinch up but Fontaine circles away and keeps his distance.#TD#
Fontaine shoots in and gets a takedown into Hestler's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Fontaine (2) vs (0) Hestler
Fontaine wants to control from the top but Hestler keeps moving.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hestler is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hestler wants to control the position but Fontaine says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #SUB#
Fontaine is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hestler has managed to free his arm - good work.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Hestler can do anything to dispel that myth.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fontaine frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Fontaine (5) vs (0) Hestler#T1#
Fontaine tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #SUB#
Fontaine looking for a guillotine from mount but Hestler is having none of it.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hestler stops Fontaine from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Hestler is trying to escape the mount.
#T2##SUB#
Fontaine with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Fontaine is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Hestler is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Fontaine (8) vs (0) Hestler
Fontaine is riding his opponent, not letting Hestler buck him off. #SUB#
Hestler fending off the submission attempt from Fontaine. #T3##SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Hestler preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Fontaine.
Hestler staying busy and making it hard for Fontaine to control. #SUB#
Fontaine working from the back looking to end the fight with a rear naked choke. Hestler is doing well to defend. Fontaine seems to have got his hand under the chin though and he's sunk the choke in! Hestler is forced to tap and this one is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Trip Fontaine!
An out of breath and clearly excited Trip Fontaine thanked The Huntington New Age Wellness Community for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
GFY 53 - Is one of us the dog
Date: May 22, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 13 losses; Baki Hanma! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 8 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Wesley Smith and Tiny Johnson.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Hanma darts in and clinches Hestler up against the ropes.#TD#
Hanma manages to pull guard.
#SUB#
Hanma working for a triangle but Hestler defends it easily.
#SUB#
Hanma has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hestler can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hestler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Hanma has his foot on Hestler's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hestler works his way back into a safe position though.
Hestler sitting in guard here, content to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hestler trying to control but Hanma is working from the bottom.
Hanma looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Hanma is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Hanma is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T1#
Hestler wants to pass the guard but Hanma is keeping the position.
Hestler wants to control from the top but Hanma keeps moving. #SUB#
Hanma is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Hestler frees his head nicely. Oh but Hanma has switched to an armbar! Hestler is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Baki Hanma!
Baki Hanma bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
GFY 52 - Happy May Day
Date: May 18, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 32 losses; Mono Loco! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 7 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Chris Downing and Tiny Johnson.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Loco bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Loco (4) vs (0) Hestler
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. #SUB#
Loco looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Loco working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Hestler struggling a bit here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hestler tries to improve position but can't. #T1#
Loco is staying tight to Hestler's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Hestler tries to buck Loco off but Loco is having none of it.
Hestler is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Hestler wants to improve his position, back to half guard but Loco has ideas of his own. He's got hold of Hestler's far side arm and it looks like he's got an Americana. Ohh! Ohhhh! OOOOOOOOOH! A human being's arm is not meant to bend like that! Hestler is tapping like a morse code operator on the Titanic! SOS SOS! He's out of here! Great win for Loco!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Mono Loco!
A very excited looking Mono Loco made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
GFY 51 - Enough with the Dogs
Date: May 15, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 7 losses; Red Hestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 19 losses; Gunner Mason!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Robert Twigg and George Francis.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Mason forces Hestler back against the ropes and clinches.
Hestler tries to pull guard but Mason won't allow it.
#TD2#
Mason jumps into guard, dragging Hestler to the mat.
Mason tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hestler postures up.
Hestler 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.
Mason controls Hestler momentarily but Hestler frees himself.
Mason looking for a sweep. Not yet Mason, not yet.
Hestler has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mason is trying to control the position but Hestler postures up.
Hestler 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. #T1#
Mason bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hestler's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hestler (0) vs (2) Mason
Mason trying to control the position from guard on top but Hestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hestler looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Mason trying to control the position from guard on top but Hestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mason is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#SUB#
Hestler is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Mason is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Hestler has his foot on Mason's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Mason works his way back into a safe position though.#T2#
Mason trying to control the position from guard on top but Hestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Mason controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Hestler has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Mason can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Hestler had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Mason defends it easily.
Mason trying to control but Hestler is working from the bottom. #T3#
Hestler pulls Mason in close to prevent any damage.
Hestler keeping moving, preventing Mason from controlling successfully.
Mason is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T4#
Mason preventing the sweep.
Mason trying to control the position from guard on top but Hestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hestler will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Mason might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hestler haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Hestler not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T5##SUB2#
Mason drops back, looking for a kneebar! Hestler looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Hestler looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Hestler! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hestler (4) vs (2) Mason
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hestler wants to control but Mason is keeping him busy.
You can see the frustration on Mason's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hestler is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Mason will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Mason is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T6#
Hestler trying to control the action but Mason is working from the bottom.
Hestler content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Mason can do anything to dispel that myth.
Hestler has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Mason can't do much from the bottom here. #T7#
Hestler wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mason keeps working.
Hestler controlling the position.
Hestler trying to control the action but Mason is working from the bottom.
Hestler taking a breather here. #T8#
Mason is looking to reverse the position.
Mason is still trying to improve position.
Mason wants to control but Hestler postures up.
Mason tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hestler wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Mason struggling a bit here.
Hestler is looking to take a break and control but Mason is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T9#
Hestler controlling the position from side mount.
Mason is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Hestler perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T10#
Mason is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hestler content to control rather than advance.
Mason is looking for a sweep. Hestler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Mason wants to control but Hestler is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T11#
Mason is looking for a sweep. Hestler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hestler trying to control the pace.
Hestler wants to pass to mount but Mason is defending the position.
Mason is trying to control but can't.
Hestler content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T12#
Hestler trying to control the action but Mason is working from the bottom.
Mason is trying to control but can't.
Mason slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Hestler wants to pass the guard but Mason is keeping the position.
Hestler wants to control from the top but Mason keeps moving. #T13#
Hestler is really struggling to control Mason but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Hestler not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Hestler looking to sit in guard and control but Mason gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hestler (4) vs (4) Mason
Hestler looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T14#
Mason wants to control from the top but Hestler keeps moving. #SUB#
Hestler working for a triangle but Mason defends it easily.
Hestler is trying to keep Mason in close.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mason sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Mason wants to control from the top but Hestler keeps moving.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Hestler gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Hestler takes the fight on points by 5 to 4.
Red Hestler took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, The Huntington New Age Wellness Community for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
GFY 50 - 3 bottles no jacket
Date: May 12, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 7 losses; Red Hestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 19 losses; Nate Pawn!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Robert Twigg and George Francis.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Hestler shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Pawn as he avoids it easily. #TD#
Hestler scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hestler (4) vs (0) Pawn
Pawn is trying to get back to half guard.
Pawn being controlled for a moment.
You can see the frustration on Pawn's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawn tries to buck Hestler off but Hestler is having none of it.
Pawn seems a little lost for a moment, as Hestler dominates the positioning.#T1#
Pawn struggling a bit here.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Pawn keeping his opponent close.
Hestler will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Pawn wants to control but Hestler postures up.
Pawn is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hestler's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Hestler prevents Pawn from improving his position.
Hestler not doing much here.
#T2#
Hestler seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Pawn does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Hestler is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Pawn is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Pawn trying to control but Hestler postures up.
Pawn is trying to get back to full guard.
Pawn is trying to maintain the position but Hestler is very close to passing his half guard.#T3#
Hestler takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Pawn trying to control but Hestler postures up.
Pawn wants to get back to full guard.
Still in half guard, Hestler seems content to control.
Pawn trying to control from the bottom.
#T4#
Pawn is staying active underneath Hestler, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Pawn trying to control but Hestler postures up.
Hestler perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Hestler tries to pass the half guard into mount. Pawn knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hestler seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Pawn trying to hold on to Hestler's head to control him but Hestler postures up.
Hestler is keen to just control but Pawn is a slippery customer.#T5#
Pawn is looking for a sweep. Hestler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hestler is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The fighters are battling for position here. Pawn manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Hestler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Pawn is adopting a defensive guard.
Hestler wants to control from the top but Pawn keeps moving. #T6#
Hestler advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hestler (7) vs (0) Pawn
Hestler working away.
Pawn is not content to let Hestler control the position.
Pawn is trying to improve his position.#T7#
Hestler controlling from side mount.
Pawn can't do much from the bottom here.
Pawn is trying to escape the position but Hestler is controlling the position. #T8#
Pawn is trying to get back to half guard.
You can see the frustration on Pawn's face as Hestler controls the position.
Pawn is not content to let Hestler control the position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Pawn struggling a bit here.
Hestler takes a little break here. Pawn wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#T9#
Pawn is trying to get back to half guard.
Pawn regains half guard.
Hestler is keen to just control but Pawn is a slippery customer.
Pawn wants to control but Hestler is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Pawn is looking for a sweep. Hestler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Pawn is not content to let Hestler control the position.#T10#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hestler in particular looking to stall.
Hestler wants to control but Pawn is keeping him busy.
Pawn gets back to full guard.
#SUB2#
Pawn had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hestler defends it easily.
Hestler controls from within his opponent's guard. #T11#
Pawn wants to sweep here but Hestler controlling him for the moment.
Hestler is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Pawn wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Pawn trying to keep a closed guard but Hestler is proving a slippery customer.
Hestler trying to control but Pawn is working from the bottom. #T12#
Hestler's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Pawn keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully.
Hestler tries to free his leg and advance position but Pawn is retaining full guard.
Hestler sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Hestler is pushing down on Pawn's leg trying to pass to half guard. Pawn is fighting to maintain full guard but Hestler has managed to sneak the leg through.
Hestler content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T13#
Pawn trying to control but Hestler postures up.
Pawn might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hestler haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Hestler content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Pawn is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#T14#
Pawn moves into full guard.
Pawn wants to sweep but no luck.
Pawn pulls Hestler in to control the position.
Pawn trying to keep a closed guard but Hestler is proving a slippery customer.
Hestler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pawn controls Hestler momentarily but Hestler frees himself.
Hestler controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hestler takes the fight on points by 7 to 0.
Red Hestler took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, The Huntington New Age Wellness Community for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
GFY 49 - so many unkept lawns
Date: May 09, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 14 losses; Ceferino Garcia! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 6 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Tiny Johnson and Wesley Smith.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hestler doesn't manage to clinch there - Garcia circles away.
Hestler tries to clinch up but Garcia circles away and keeps his distance.#CL#
Garcia closes the distance and pushes Hestler back into the ropes.#TD#
Garcia pulls guard.
Garcia pulls Hestler in close to prevent any damage.
Garcia might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Hestler controlling from the top position.
Hestler being controlled here momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Garcia working a defensive guard here.
Garcia wants to sweep but no luck. #T1#
Garcia keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully.
Garcia has his hands on Hestler's head, controlling the position.
Garcia tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hestler trying to control but Garcia is working from the bottom.
Hestler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hestler is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Garcia pulls Hestler in to control the position.
Hestler preventing the sweep.
Garcia is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2#
Garcia is pulling down on Hestler's head. It's preventing any offense from Hestler, at least for the moment.
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Garcia is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Garcia looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Hestler must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Garcia is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Hestler being controlled here momentarily.
Hestler stopping the sweep attempt from Garcia.
Garcia is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Garcia (2) vs (0) Hestler
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Garcia is trying to control. Hestler wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Garcia not doing much here.
Hestler is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Garcia seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T4#
Garcia works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Garcia (5) vs (0) Hestler
Garcia slows the pace down.
Garcia has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Garcia advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Garcia (7) vs (0) Hestler
Garcia sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T5#
Garcia can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hestler is looking to escape.
Garcia sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Garcia continues to stall.
Hestler is squirming around, avoiding Garcia's attempts to control the action.
Hestler wants to hold on but Garcia pushes him away.
Garcia looking to control and managing it successfully.
Garcia looking to control but Hestler is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T6#
Hestler tries to improve his position but instead Garcia has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Garcia (10) vs (0) Hestler
Garcia is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
More hug and hope from Garcia.
Hestler trying to control the position but Garcia manages to sink in the hooks.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Garcia controlling the positon.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hestler rolls, trying to escape but Garcia keeps control of the position.
#T7#
Garcia is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Hestler is in bad spot here.
Garcia is riding his opponent, not letting Hestler buck him off. #T8#
Garcia's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Hestler can't escape the position.
Hestler trying to control the position but Garcia manages to sink in the hooks.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Further stalling from Garcia.
Garcia has the hooks in. Hestler is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T9#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Garcia is hanging on to Hestler's back as he tries to escape.
Hestler prevents Garcia from getting a body triangle.#T10#
Hestler is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Hestler can't escape the position.
Garcia really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Hestler.
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Garcia is stinking the place up with his stalling.
Garcia doesn't have the hooks in and Hestler manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Garcia (10) vs (2) Hestler
Garcia wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T11#
Garcia trying to control the position.
Garcia pulls Hestler in close to prevent any damage.
Garcia looking for a sweep. Not yet Garcia, not yet.
Garcia controlling the position.
Hestler wants to control from the top but Garcia keeps moving.
Garcia is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Garcia managing to control the position. #T12#
Garcia is trying to keep Hestler in close.
Garcia controlling the position.
Hestler controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Garcia pulls Hestler in close to prevent any damage.
Garcia trying to keep a closed guard but Hestler is proving a slippery customer.
Garcia keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully. #T13#
Hestler's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Garcia looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hestler is one step ahead there.
Garcia seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Garcia keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully.
Hestler might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Garcia haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Garcia is pulling down on Hestler's head. It's preventing any offense from Hestler, at least for the moment.#T14#
Garcia keeping moving, preventing Hestler from controlling successfully.
Garcia tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Garcia has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Hestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Garcia is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Garcia working a defensive guard here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Garcia takes the fight on points by 10 to 2. |
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Event:
GFY 48 - I'll make this short
Date: May 06, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 5 losses; Red Hestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 12 losses; Trip Fontaine!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, George Francis and Cecil Peabody.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hestler displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Fontaine. #TD#
Hestler drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hestler (4) vs (0) Fontaine
Fontaine is trying to improve his position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Hestler taking a breather here.
Fontaine is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fontaine tries to buck Hestler off but Hestler is having none of it.#T1#
Hestler trying to control the action but Fontaine is working from the bottom.
Fontaine is trying to control Hestler's posture but Hestler avoids it.
Fontaine is looking to regain half guard here but Hestler keeps moving and retains side control.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Fontaine can't do much from the bottom here. #T2#
Hestler trying to control the action but Fontaine is working from the bottom.
Fontaine is looking to regain half guard here but Hestler keeps moving and retains side control.
Fontaine can't do much from the bottom here.
Hestler trying to control the action but Fontaine is working from the bottom. #T3#
Fontaine tries to buck Hestler off but Hestler is having none of it.
Fontaine is not content to let Hestler control the position.
Fontaine is letting Hestler control him for a moment.
Hestler wants to control but Fontaine is keeping him busy.
Fontaine is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Fontaine gets back to half guard.
Hestler trying to control from half guard but Fontaine is working away.
Fontaine tries to roll over but Hestler keeps him under control.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T5##SUB2#
Fontaine looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Fontaine tries to roll over but Hestler keeps him under control.
Hestler is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Fontaine is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#SUB2#
Fontaine actively working from the bottom here.
Fontaine is looking for a sweep. Hestler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T6#
Fontaine wants to control but Hestler is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Fontaine is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hestler pulls his head out easily.
Hestler trying to control from half guard but Fontaine is working away.
Fontaine works his way to full guard. Good work.
Fontaine pulls Hestler in close to prevent any damage.
Hestler's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T7#
Hestler looking to sit in guard and control but Fontaine gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hestler (4) vs (2) Fontaine#SUB#
Hestler looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Fontaine passes Hestler's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Hestler wants to get back to full guard.
Fontaine controlling the action here.
Fontaine seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hestler does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T8#
Fontaine is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Hestler is looking to improve his position.
Fontaine trying to mount his opponent but Hestler defends it.
Fontaine trying to control from half guard but Hestler is working away. #T9#
Hestler has a hand on Fontaine's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Fontaine takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Hestler (4) vs (5) Fontaine
Fontaine looking to control but Hestler is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hestler wants to control but Fontaine is having none of it.
Hestler can't escape the position.
#SUB2#
Hestler defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Fontaine.
Hestler looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hestler (4) vs (8) Fontaine#T10#
Fontaine struggling to keep hold of the position.
Fontaine gets his hands free as Hestler looks to control. #SUB2#
Fontaine has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Hestler is trying to break free.
#T11#
Fontaine tries to keep control of the position but Hestler is staying busy.
Hestler can't escape the position.
Fontaine is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Fontaine controlling well, preventing Hestler from escaping the position.
#SUB2#
Fontaine is working on the RNC. He looks like he's got it but Hestler won't tap... Oh, he's out! The ref rips Fontaine off his unconscious opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Trip Fontaine!
Trip Fontaine made sure to mention his sponsor, The Huntington New Age Wellness Community in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
GFY 47 - hoot owls f chickens
Date: May 03, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 4 losses; Red Hestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 12 losses; Trip Fontaine!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Gwen Towbar and Robert Twigg.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Hestler looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hestler (2) vs (0) Fontaine
Fontaine is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hestler knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Fontaine on the ground.
Hestler controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Fontaine has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Hestler doesn't defend quickly enough and Fontaine has managed to lock this one up! Can Hestler escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Fontaine on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Trip Fontaine!
An out of breath and clearly excited Trip Fontaine thanked The Huntington New Age Wellness Community for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
GFY 46 - N 2 just ahead of me
Date: Apr 30, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 3 losses; Red Hestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 26 losses; Domingo The Flamingo!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Alan Glass and Wesley Smith.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
The Flamingo drives through and clinches with Hestler against the ropes.
#TD2#
The Flamingo is working on a single leg takedown against the ropes. Hestler can't fight it off and eventually The Flamingo manages to take the fight to the floor. Hestler looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hestler (0) vs (2) The Flamingo
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Hestler controlling The Flamingo's posture. #SUB2#
The Flamingo 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.
The Flamingo is stalling in the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1##SUB#
Hestler has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but The Flamingo can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hestler can't keep his opponent in guard - The Flamingo advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
The Flamingo is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB#
Hestler actively working from the bottom here.
The Flamingo tries to pass to full mount but Hestler defends it. #T2#
The Flamingo content to control rather than advance.
Hestler manages to get to full guard.
Hestler looking to control.
#SUB#
Hestler looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Hestler keeping moving, preventing The Flamingo from controlling successfully. #T3#
Hestler working a defensive guard here.
The Flamingo pushing down on Hestler's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Hestler wants to get back to full guard but The Flamingo has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Hestler (0) vs (5) The Flamingo
Hestler is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
The Flamingo can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hestler is looking to escape.
The Flamingo looking to control and managing it successfully. #SUB2#
The Flamingo goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Hestler is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hestler (2) vs (5) The Flamingo#T4#
The Flamingo pulls Hestler in to control the position.
The Flamingo 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.
Hestler postures up.
Hestler wants to control from the top but The Flamingo keeps moving.
The Flamingo trying to control the position here.
Hestler knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for The Flamingo on the ground.#T5#
Hestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. The Flamingo is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
The Flamingo is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
The Flamingo had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hestler defends it easily.
The Flamingo being controlled here, momentarily. #T6#
The Flamingo looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Hestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. The Flamingo is keeping the position for now.
Hestler looking to sit in guard and control but The Flamingo gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hestler (2) vs (7) The Flamingo#SUB2#
The Flamingo drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and The Flamingo jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T7##SUB2#
The Flamingo thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Hestler controls The Flamingo momentarily but The Flamingo frees himself.
Hestler is trying to hold The Flamingo in close to prevent damage but The Flamingo has managed to pass into half guard.
The Flamingo not doing much here.
Hestler is trying to get back to full guard.#T8#
The Flamingo is looking to take a break and control but Hestler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
The Flamingo seems to be looking for submissions.
The Flamingo controlling the action here.
The Flamingo wants to control but Hestler is keeping him busy.
The Flamingo is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Hestler! Score +3 for passing guard: Hestler (2) vs (10) The Flamingo#T9#
Hestler is trying to reverse the position but instead The Flamingo has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Hestler (2) vs (13) The Flamingo
Hestler is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#SUB2#
The Flamingo has the hooks in. Hestler is starting to panic. He's trying to push off one of the legs but he's left his neck open to attack. The Flamingo passes his arm under Hestler's neck and tightens up a rear naked choke! This one is surely all over! Yes, Hestler taps!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Domingo The Flamingo!
Domingo The Flamingo thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
GFY 45 - we are selling jam
Date: Apr 27, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Red Hestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 35 losses; Olaf Snowstrinski!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Alan Glass and Chris Downing.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Snowstrinski looking to score a takedown here. Hestler is defending well but Snowstrinski drives through and ends up in Hestler's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hestler (0) vs (2) Snowstrinski
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Snowstrinski slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Snowstrinski postures up.
Snowstrinski seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hestler 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.
Snowstrinski is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T1#
Let's hope that Snowstrinski has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Snowstrinski trying to control the position from guard on top but Hestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Snowstrinski controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Snowstrinski trying to control but Hestler is working from the bottom. #T2#
Hestler being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB#
Hestler is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Snowstrinski is aware though and is defending well.
Snowstrinski is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Hestler trying to control the position.
Snowstrinski looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T3#
Snowstrinski trying to control but Hestler is working from the bottom.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Snowstrinski postures up.
Snowstrinski stays in close to Hestler's body and controls the position.
Snowstrinski's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T4##SUB#
Hestler has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Snowstrinski can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Snowstrinski seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Hestler trying to control the position.
Snowstrinski sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T5#
Snowstrinski trying to control but Hestler is working from the bottom.
Snowstrinski is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
It looks like Snowstrinski might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T6#
More stalling from Snowstrinski.
Hestler tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hestler is working hard here to advance position.
Snowstrinski trying to control but Hestler is working from the bottom.
Snowstrinski slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hestler not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T7#
Hestler can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Snowstrinski controls the pace.
Snowstrinski preventing the sweep.
Snowstrinski content to stall in guard here.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Snowstrinski.
Hestler on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Hestler tries to get out of the position.
Snowstrinski trying to control but Hestler is working from the bottom.
Snowstrinski controlling from the top position. #T8#
Snowstrinski is continuing to stall.
Hestler not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Snowstrinski is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
Hestler is looking for a triangle but Snowstrinski pushes his legs off easily.
#T9#
Hestler trying to control the position.
Snowstrinski is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T10#
Hestler working a defensive guard here.
Snowstrinski trying to control but Hestler is working from the bottom.
Snowstrinski is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Snowstrinski stopping the sweep attempt from Hestler.
Hestler is trying to control the position but Snowstrinski postures up.
Snowstrinski controlling from the top position.
Hestler will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T11#
Hestler is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Snowstrinski stays in close to Hestler's body and controls the position. #T12#
The adventures of Snowstrinski the control monster continue. Boring.
Hestler not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Snowstrinski controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Hestler wants to sweep here but Snowstrinski controlling him for the moment.
Snowstrinski's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T13#
Hestler 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.
Snowstrinski seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Snowstrinski wants to control from the top but Hestler keeps moving.
Hestler has control of Snowstrinski's left arm, preventing Snowstrinski from doing any damage.
Snowstrinski sitting in guard here, content to control.
Hestler controls Snowstrinski momentarily but Snowstrinski frees himself. #T14#
Snowstrinski controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Hestler throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Snowstrinski is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Snowstrinski trying to control but Hestler is working from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Snowstrinski wins on points by 2 to 0.
Olaf Snowstrinski thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
GFY 44 - I got a big cock
Date: Apr 24, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 35 wins and 39 losses; Sirus Hughes! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Red Hestler!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Stewart Dunkirk and Frank Dennis.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Hughes drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hughes (2) vs (0) Hestler
Hestler keeping moving, preventing Hughes from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Hughes drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Hughes jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Hestler working a defensive guard but Hughes passes into half guard.
Hestler is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Hughes sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Hestler is not content to let Hughes control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Hughes passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hughes (5) vs (0) Hestler
Hughes tries to control but Hestler wriggling away. #SUB#
Hughes working for a guillotine from mount but Hestler is in no mood to give up.
Hestler wants to control but Hughes is having none of it.#SUB#
Hughes is working close to his opponent, looking to work a submission by the looks of things. Oh, he's managed to get a guillotine from mount as his opponent reached up! That looks tiiiiight! Will he tap? YES, he's tapped! Impressive submission by Hughes!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Sirus Hughes! |
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Event:
GFY 41 - Get a haircut HIPPY
Date: Apr 17, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Red Hestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 25 losses; Domingo The Flamingo!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Franklin, George Francis and Robert Twigg.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
The Flamingo gets in close and instigates a clinch.
The Flamingo goes for a takedown in the clinch but Hestler prevents it.
#TD2#
The Flamingo is trying to trip Hestler. He has hold of a leg but Hestler is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. The Flamingo persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hestler (0) vs (2) The Flamingo
The Flamingo advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hestler (0) vs (5) The Flamingo
Hestler looking for a sweep but The Flamingo has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hestler (0) vs (7) The Flamingo
The Flamingo takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Score +3 for taking back: Hestler (0) vs (10) The Flamingo
Good control from The Flamingo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hestler is in bad spot here.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T1#
The Flamingo tries to get the hooks in deep but Hestler pushed the leg off. #SUB2#
The Flamingo is persistently looking for the submission but Hestler is defending it well.
The Flamingo trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
#SUB2#
The Flamingo looking to break Hestler's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Hestler remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise The Flamingo will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
The Flamingo biding his time, looking for the opening.
I really don't envy Hestler right now.
#T2##SUB2#
The Flamingo is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Hestler wants to control his opponent's hands but The Flamingo gets his hands free.
Hestler is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because The Flamingo is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Hestler knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for The Flamingo on the ground.
The Flamingo biding his time, looking for the opening.
Hestler can't escape the position.
The Flamingo avoiding Hestler 's attempts to control his hands. #T3##SUB2#
The Flamingo is looking for the choke from the back position but Hestler is controlling his hands well. #SUB2#
Hestler defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of The Flamingo's arms. #SUB2#
Hestler defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
#SUB2#
The Flamingo has the hooks in and he's looking for a rear naked choke here. Hestler is defending well but eventually The Flamingo manages to get an arm under the chin and he's locked on the RNC! Hestler has no choice but to tap now! He does! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Domingo The Flamingo!
A very excited looking Domingo The Flamingo made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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