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Event:
HFA FIGHT NIGHT 13
Date: Jan 29, 2025 |
#R1##CL2#
Hunt closes the distance and clinches.
Hunt gets underhooks to prevent Jones's takedown attempt.
Jones looking for a takedown.
Jones wants a takedown but no success here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hamburger Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jones tries to throw a body punch but Hunt avoids it by throwing Jones back against the cage.
Jones tries for a takedown but Hunt manages to get underhooks.
#TD#
Jones has Hunt pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Jones pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Hunt tumbling to the mat - Jones dives into Hunt's guard.
Jones pushing down on Hunt's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Hunt really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Jones. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Jones is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Hunt doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Jones. #SUB#
Jones is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hunt is just riding it out for now. Jones eventually gives up the hold.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jones controlling the action here.#T1#
Jones tries to pass the half guard into mount. Hunt knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Jones is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Hunt wants to get back to his feet.
Jones seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB#
Jones is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hunt is just riding it out for now. Jones eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Jones is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hunt has managed to free his arm - good work. #T2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Hunt tries to kick Jones off but Jones keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Jones is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Hunt! #SUB#
Jones looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#SUB#
Jones looking to secure an arm triangle but Hunt defends it well.
Jones forces the positional change into back control.
Hunt is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #SUB#
Hunt is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
#T3#
A bit of a pause in the action here. Jones controlling the positon.
A lull in the action here.
#SUB#
Jones is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Hunt knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Hunt for a finish. #SUB#
Jones is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Hunt is defending well though. Jones let's go of the attempt for now.#SUB#
Jones is working on the RNC. He looks like he's got it but Hunt won't tap... Oh, he's out! The ref rips Jones off his unconscious opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Hamburger Jones! |
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Event:
HFA FIGHT NIGHT 12
Date: Jan 01, 2025 |
#R1#
Boo misses with a double jab.
Jones was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#TD#
Jones drives through with a takedown into guard.
Boo is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Jones is controlling him.
Jones looking to pass the guard.
Jones slips nicely into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones content to control rather than advance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Jones seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Boo is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Hamburger Jones! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 14, 2024 |
#R1#
Van Thüringen throws a shot from downtown. Jones moves away and avoids it.
Jones uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Van Thüringen.
Nice defenses there by Jones.
Jones moves away from the strike by Van Thüringen.
Balthasar Van Thüringen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jab from Van Thüringen.
Van Thüringen swings for the body but Jones moves out of range.
It looked like Jones wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jones wants to clinch.
Jones dives in and grabs Van Thüringen's left leg, looking for a takedown. Van Thüringen pushes down on Jones's head and hops out.
Van Thüringen misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Thüringen misses the jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Van Thüringen. Jones does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jones shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Van Thüringen defends it nicely.
Jones looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Van Thüringen thows a left - swing and a miss!
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Jones is defended easily by Van Thüringen.
Van Thüringen appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hamburger Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jones throws a right hand that misses
and Van Thüringen cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Van Thüringen misses the shot to the body.
Van Thüringen displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Jones.
Van Thüringen scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Van Thüringen throws a shot from downtown. Jones moves away and avoids it.
Van Thüringen scores with a sloppy right hand. Jones should have avoided that one.
Van Thüringen jabs Jones to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Jones is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Van Thüringen. Jones does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jones needs to keep his hands up - Van Thüringen had a free shot at his head there.
Van Thüringen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jones manages to avoid it.
An attempted straight right counter from Jones misses the target.
Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD#
Jones scores with a takedown into Van Thüringen's guard.#SUB#
Jones postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Van Thüringen is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Jones, into his guard. #REVB##SUB#
Jones looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Van Thüringen's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T3#
Jones trying to control the position.
#SUB#
Jones looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Van Thüringen has picked Jones up and slammed him! Jones can't keep hold of the triangle and Van Thüringen manages to pass to side control!
I wouldn't like to be where Jones is right now.
Jones struggling a bit here.
Jones looks to move to half guard but instead Van Thüringen has passed into mount! Damn!
Jones tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T4#
Jones tries to hold on but Van Thüringen postures up.
Jones is trying to escape the mount.
Jones tries to hold on but Van Thüringen postures up.
Jones tries to reverse the position but Van Thüringen maintains control.
Jones tries to hold on but Van Thüringen pushes him away.
Van Thüringen manages to capitalize on a mistake by Jones to take his back!
Van Thüringen keeps control of the position as Jones tries to break free.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Balthasar Van Thüringen dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Van Thüringen jabs Jones to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Van Thüringen has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Van Thüringen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jones moves away.
Van Thüringen dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A swing and a miss from Van Thüringen.
Jones takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
#CUT2#It looks like Hamburger Jones has been cut.
Jones misses with a looping right.
Van Thüringen scores with a hook to the body. Jones takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Van Thüringen misses with a looping right.
Balthasar Van Thüringen seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jones moves away from the strike by Van Thüringen.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A swing and a miss from Van Thüringen.
Jones tries to counter with a takedown but Van Thüringen is quick to defend against it.
A cross from Van Thüringen lands.
Van Thüringen scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Jones doesn't seem bothered though.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Van Thüringen lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
#ROC2#Jones is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Van Thüringen keeps the fight on the outside.#T1#
Jones tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Van Thüringen paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Jones walks right into a perfectly timed right hook and goes down hard! He's out cold! The ref cradles Jones limp body while Van Thüringen jumps on to the cage and waves to the roaring crowd. Wow that was just a brutal knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:11 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Balthasar Van Thüringen!
After the fight, Balthasar Van Thüringen was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 12, 2024 |
#R1##TD#
Bates closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Bates lands in his opponent's guard.
Jones is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jones wants to sweep here but Bates controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Jones is looking for a triangle but Bates pushes his legs off easily.
Jones is trying to control the position but Bates postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Jones is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Bates is aware though and is defending well.
We've been hearing good reports from Bates's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB2#
Jones throws his legs up looking for a submission but Bates uses it to pass to side control.
#T1#
Jones can't do much from the bottom here.
Jones is trying to improve his position.
Bates tries to advance to mount but can't.
Jones regains half guard.
Bates is breathing heavily.#SUB2#
Jones looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Jones avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Bates. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Jones looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Jones moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Jones is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Bates rolls with it to try and escape but Jones cranks on the arm and Bates is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Hamburger Jones! |
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Event:
HFA FIGHT NIGHT 9
Date: Nov 27, 2024 |
#R1#
Jones fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Yilmaz lands a slapping body shot.
Yilmaz misses with the combination.
Jones dives in for a single leg takedown but Yilmaz sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Jones is working for takedown but Yilmaz is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hamburger Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Yilmaz manages to break the clinch.
Dag Yilmaz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jones takes one on the button.#CUT2#It looks like Hamburger Jones has been cut.
Yilmaz fails to land with a series of punches.
Jones is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Jones is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Yilmaz but Yilmaz pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Yilmaz looks to land a combination but Jones avoids it well.
Jones dives in and grabs Yilmaz's left leg, looking for a takedown. Yilmaz pushes down on Jones's head and hops out.
Jones is starting to get sloppy and is letting his hands down. Yilmaz just took advantage and landed a stinging jab. Oh! Now a right hook, right on the button! Jones has gone limp and this one is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Dag Yilmaz!
Dag Yilmaz bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
NG 16
Date: Oct 19, 2024 |
#R1#
Jones staying out of range there.
Kingston throws a shot to the body.
Kingston throws a hook to the side of Jones's head but Jones sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jones pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kingston throws a looping overhand right but Jones ducks down to avoid it.
Kingston pushes Jones away with a front kick.
Jones is breathing heavily.
Jones takes one to the chin there.#CUT2#It looks like Hamburger Jones has been cut.
Kingston swings for the body but Jones moves out of range.
Jones changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kingston lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Jones misses with a looping left.
Kingston throws a leg kick #TD#
and Jones counters with a single leg into guard. Kingston didn't expect that. #T1#
Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Kingston is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Jones drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Jones jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Kingston wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Jones passes into half guard.
Kingston keeping control of the position.
Jones moves into full mount! Kingston won't be happy about that!
Kingston is looking to get to half guard.#T2##SUB#
Kingston defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Jones. #SUB#
Jones wants to finish this one by submission but Kingston is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Jones.
Jones wants to take Kingston's back here but Kingston is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Kingston can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Jones working for a submission but Kingston is keeping him at bay.
Jones content just to control the position here.
Kingston tries to lock up and control but Jones gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T3#
Jones trying to control but Kingston is having none of it.
Kingston is working to get back to half guard.
Kingston is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Jones has taken his back.
#SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Jones looking for the choke from the back.
Jones tries to keep control of the position but Kingston is staying busy.
Jones looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#T4##SUB#
Jones is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
#SUB#
Jones has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB#
Kingston is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Jones struggling to keep hold of the position.
#SUB#
Kingston is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Jones gets his way!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kingston tries to escape the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Hamburger Jones dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Hamburger Jones's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Jones shoots in for a double leg but Kingston sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Jones misses with a takedown attempt
and Kingston counters with a straight right hand.
Hamburger Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kingston steps in with a hook that catches Jones right on the chin and knocks him to the floor! Kingston follows him down with more strikes and that's all she wrote! Jones looks absolutely devastated.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:17 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Koen Kingston!
Koen Kingston is the new heavyweight champion! |
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Event:
NextGen 5
Date: Sep 07, 2024 |
#R1#
Jones takes a swing at Albertini's ribcage but misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Albertini. Jones does a little dance to reset his feet.
Albertini throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Jones counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Jones looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Jones seems to be working for a kimura but Albertini defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Jones wants to work for an arm triangle but Albertini is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Albertini is refusing to be controlled, as Jones sits in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Albertini is controlling Jones's position as best he can from this difficult position.#SUB2#
Albertini is defending against the submission attempts here by Jones.
Albertini has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Jones moves into full mount! Albertini won't be happy about that! #T1#
Albertini wants to get back to his feet.
#SUB2#
Jones moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Albertini has worked his arm free - good work by Albertini!
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Jones tries to move into full mount but can't pass Albertini's legs.
Albertini tries to buck Jones off but Jones is having none of it.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB2#
Jones wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Albertini, who protects the arm well.
Jones throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#SUB2#
Jones tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Jones working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Albertini gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Jones is pressing down on Albertini's thigh, looking to free his foot. Albertini is holding on for now. #T3#
Albertini is looking for a sweep. Jones is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Jones working Albertini over with strikes.
Jones trying to control the action but Albertini is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Jones is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Albertini doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Jones.
Albertini trying to control but Jones postures up.
Jones prevents Albertini from standing back up.
Albertini is refusing to be controlled, as Jones sits in half guard. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Albertini is looking to escape.
Jones is keen to just control but Albertini is a slippery customer.
Jones wants to free his trapped foot but Albertini is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Jones maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Albertini could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Jones has cracked it and Albertini is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Jones!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Hamburger Jones!
Hamburger Jones is the new heavyweight champion! |
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Event:
SSDFN 13
Date: Aug 03, 2024 |
#R1#
Jones shoots for a double leg takedown but Krupa sprawls well. He's pushed Jones's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Krupa with a nice cross.#CUT2#It looks like Hamburger Jones has been cut.
Jones throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Krupa slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Jones closes this distance looking for a takedown but Krupa circles away.
A little jabbing left from Krupa on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jones closes this distance looking for a takedown but Krupa circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hamburger Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Krupa misses with a body shot.
Krupa connects with a body shot that sends Jones's belly button to the back.
The fighters circle momentarily. Krupa darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Jones shoots in and drives through. Krupa sprawls well.
Jones looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Jones is breathing heavily.
Crack! Krupa connects with the perfect overhand right and Jones falls face first to the canvas. Timbeeeeeeeer! Beautiful knockout for Krupa!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Anatol Krupa!
Anatol Krupa is the new heavyweight champion!
Anatol Krupa thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SSDFN 10: First Kings
Date: Jul 13, 2024 |
#R1#
Jones darts in looking for a takedown but Krupa gets double underhooks and turns Jones into the ropes.
Jones wants to stall.
#BC2#
Krupa breaks from the clinch.
Jones throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Krupa's waist but Krupa gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Jones off to one side. #TD#
Jones closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Krupa quickly recovers to half guard.
Krupa pushes Jones off but Jones dives into side control.
#SUB#
Jones tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Krupa is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Krupa can do anything to dispel that myth.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones wants to control but Krupa is keeping him busy.
Krupa is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Jones asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Jones wants to lay and pray for a moment but Krupa keeps working.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Jones has hold of Krupa's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Krupa tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Jones cranks the arm and Krupa screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Krupa, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Hamburger Jones!
Hamburger Jones is the new heavyweight champion! |
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Event:
SSDFN 7
Date: Jun 09, 2024 |
#R1#
Kiido swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jones drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Kiido defends it well.
Kiido throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jones throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kiido throws a sloppy body shot
#TD2#
and Jones counters with a single leg into guard. Kiido didn't expect that. #SUB2#
Jones drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Jones as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Kiido screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Jones! Nice submission victory there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Hamburger Jones! |
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Event:
SSDFN 5
Date: May 26, 2024 |
#R1##TD#
Jones darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Nolan pushes Jones off but Jones dives into side control.
#SUB#
Jones has hold of Nolan's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Nolan seems comfortable defending it but Jones has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Nolan is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Nolan is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Jones couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Hamburger Jones! |
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Event:
QFC Tournament 1188 Round 3
Date: May 03, 2024 |
#R1#
Matthews moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Jones fails with the takedown
and Matthews counters with a nice body shot.
Jones changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Matthews tries to avoid it but Jones manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Matthews to the ground. Matthews escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Jones with a poor takedown
and Matthews counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Auston Matthews has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hamburger Jones.
Matthews throws a shot from downtown. Jones moves away and avoids it.
Jones fails with the takedown
and Matthews counters with a straight right hand.#CL#
Matthews rushes Jones and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Jones goes for a takedown in the clinch but Matthews prevents it.
#BC#
Matthews breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jones closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Jones with a lazy takedown attempt #TD#
and Matthews counters with a single leg into guard. Jones didn't expect that. #T1#
Matthews trying to control but Jones is working from the bottom.
Matthews 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.
Matthews could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#SUB2#
Jones had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Matthews defends it easily.
Jones looks winded!
Jones utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Matthews stopping the sweep attempt from Jones.
Matthews has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Matthews content to stall in guard here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Jones has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Matthews can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Jones is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Matthews postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB2#
Matthews got a little sloppy there for a moment and Jones has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Matthews has managed to get both his arms back between Jones's legs - danger averted.
Matthews stays in close to Jones's body and controls the position. #T3#
Matthews looking to pass the guard.
Matthews with a flurry of punches that miss.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Matthews sitting in guard here, content to control. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Jones with a lazy takedown attempt
and Matthews connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Matthews connects with a body shot that sends Jones's belly button to the back.
Matthews scores with a nice strike.#TD#
Matthews shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #T4#
Jones 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.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Matthews accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Matthews throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB2#
Jones is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Matthews controlling from the top position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Auston Matthews dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Nice cross by Matthews.
Matthews is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jones can do to turn this around?#CL#
Matthews has closed the distance and engaged Jones in a clinch.
Jones with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
#TD#
Matthews has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Jones is trying to keep an underhook but Matthews manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Matthews is controlling the pace.
Jones trying to hold on to Matthews's head to control him but Matthews postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones is trying to get back to full guard.#T1#
Jones has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Matthews is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Jones is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Matthews pulls his head out easily.
Auston Matthews overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Jones is breathing heavily.
Matthews not doing much here.
Jones gets full guard.
Matthews controls from within his opponent's guard.
Jones keeping moving, preventing Matthews from controlling successfully.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Matthews lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Hamburger Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jones takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Matthews throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Nice jab there from Matthews.
Matthews connects with a looping right hand.
Matthews circles away from the clinch attempt
and Matthews counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T3#
Matthews lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Matthews lands a body shot.
#CL#
Matthews instigates a clinch.
Matthews lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Matthews stalling against the cage.
Matthews lands a body punch.
A nice left hand lands by Matthews.
A body shot lands from Matthews.
#T4#
Jones being controlled against the cage.
Jones's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Matthews lands a body shot.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Matthews creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Matthews digs a right hand into Jones's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Jones's gas tank.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#TD#
Matthews has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Jones clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Matthews has good solid back control here.
Jones is keeping busy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Auston Matthews dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
A nice leg kick from Matthews, right into the meat of the thigh.
Some wild striking there from Matthews.
Jones tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Matthews scores with a three punch combo!
Nice sprawl there from Matthews as Jones shoots in.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Matthews cracks Jones with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Matthews feints and then cracks Jones's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jones down.
Jones fails with the takedown
enabling Matthews to counter with a crisp jab.
Jones takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Matthews tries to bum rush Jones with a series of wild strikes but Jones uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Jones shoots in looking for a takedown but Matthews manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Jones's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Auston Matthews has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hamburger Jones.
Jones with a lazy takedown attempt
letting Matthews counter with a right hand.
Matthews lands with an uppercut that bounces Jones off the cage and back into range.#TD#
Matthews changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Jones looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Jones parries the strikes from Matthews easily there. Matthews is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Jones to escape.
Matthews throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Hamburger Jones has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Matthews staying calm.
Auston Matthews is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Matthews working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Matthews is looking to take a break and control but Jones is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Matthews working the body and head with strikes.
Matthews controlling the position from side mount.
Matthews seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Jones for as long as he can get away with.#T3#
Matthews working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Matthews trying to control the position but Jones is working away.
Matthews remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Matthews scores with a hook to the body. Jones takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Matthews lands a glancing blow to the side of Jones's head.#CL#
Matthews rushes Jones and presses him up against the cage.
Come on Matthews - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
#TD#
Matthews has Jones pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Matthews pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Jones tumbling to the mat - Matthews dives into Jones's guard.
Matthews with a flurry of punches that miss.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Jones is looking for a triangle but Matthews pushes his legs off easily.
Matthews is stalling in the full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Auston Matthews showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Matthews has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight for Auston Matthews!
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight for Auston Matthews!
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight for Auston Matthews!
Auston Matthews wins by unanimous decision! |
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Event:
QFC Tournament 1188 Round 2
Date: May 02, 2024 |
#R1#
Boo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jones manages to avoid it.
Boo misses with a wild combination.
Boo throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#TD#
and Jones decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Boo's guard.
Jones wants to pass the guard but Boo is keeping the position.
Jones is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Jones wants to control from the top but Boo keeps moving.
Jones engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones wants to control from the top but Boo keeps moving. #T1##SUB#
Jones thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Jones won't allow Boo to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Jones 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.
Jones lands a couple of elbows.
Boo is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Jones is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Boo wants to stand but Jones is controlling the position. #SUB#
Jones drops back for a leg here. A bit of a high risk move... He's looking for a kneebar by the looks of things. Now both of them are looking for submissions. Jones seems to have locked his on tight now - Boo screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Jones, as he picks up the win!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Hamburger Jones! |
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Event:
QFC Tournament 1188 Round 1
Date: May 01, 2024 |
#R1#
Boss misses with a straight left.
Jones shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Boss jabbing away but nothing is landing. #TD2#
Jones is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Boss's half guard.
Boss is staying active underneath Jones, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Jones is looking for a kimura but Boss is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Jones to get the leverage.
Boss is looking to control Jones's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Boss avoid being mounted?
Boss knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Jones on the ground.
Jones wants to lay and pray for a moment but Boss keeps working. #SUB2#
Jones is trying for a kimura here. Boss looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Jones wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Hamburger Jones! |
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