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Event:
NextGen 7
Date: Sep 14, 2024 |
#R1# Maxwell tries to score a power double leg takedown but Colett sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Maxwell somewhat. Maxwell shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Colett throwing a counter right hand but Maxwell manages to avoid it. Maxwell goes for a double leg but Colett avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Colett continues to drive forward. Rhett Colett has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Colt Maxwell. Maxwell misses with a takedown attempt and Colett cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Maxwell shoots and misses and Colett counters with a lovely straight right hand! Maxwell looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Maxwell with a lazy takedown attempt and Colett counters with a left to the body. Maxwell gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Colett counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Maxwell misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. It looked like Colett wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#TD2# Maxwell throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Colett tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Maxwell is in Colett's guard. Colett is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Maxwell dives into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1##REVR##SUB2# Maxwell is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Colett has escaped the position, nice work there. 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. Colett looking for a sweep but Maxwell has passed into full mount! Oh no!#SUB2# Maxwell is giving the impression that he's looking to ground and pound but he switches suddenly into a beautiful far side armbar! Colett is forced to tap! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Colt Maxwell! |
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Event:
OPG: Fight Night 5
Date: Aug 07, 2024 |
#R1# Maxwell keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Maxwell tries to counter with a takedown but Arnold is quick to defend against it.#TD# Maxwell closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Maxwell lands in his opponent's guard. Arnold manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Maxwell manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##SUB# Arnold content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Maxwell has locked up a guillotine! Maxwell's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Arnold is holding on here and Maxwell must be using up a lot of energy. Arnold has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Maxwell gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Colt Maxwell! The defeated Hey Arnold had this to say: 'It is what it is'. |
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Event:
SS Trials I
Date: May 23, 2024 |
#R1# Maxwell throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
#TD2# McConnell dives in and scores a takedown into Maxwell's guard. Maxwell keeping moving, preventing McConnell from controlling successfully. McConnell might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Maxwell haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time. Maxwell managing to control the position. #SUB# Maxwell escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. McConnell gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McConnell wants to control from the top but Maxwell keeps moving. #T1# Maxwell has his hands on McConnell's head, controlling the position. McConnell lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard. McConnell trying to control but Maxwell is working from the bottom. McConnell wants to pass the guard but Maxwell is keeping the position. McConnell postures up.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Maxwell lands a nice hook to McConnell's body. McConnell takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position. Maxwell on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
McConnell changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Maxwell fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#TD2# McConnell shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Maxwell is looking to escape.
And that's the end of the fight! Liam McConnell comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think McConnell has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1 round of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 9:10 Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 9:10 Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 9:10
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Liam McConnell! |
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