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Event:
HFA 7
Date: Jul 06, 2024 |
#R1# Stabler connects with a single shot there.#TD2# Wilcox gets the takedown into side control. Wilcox looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Stabler prevents Wilcox from improving position. Wilcox is still trying to improve position. Stabler tries to get back to half guard but can't. Stabler's coaches at Soul Supremacy Rio have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position. Stabler trying to remain calm as Wilcox controls from the top position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Stabler is looking for a sweep. Wilcox controls the position.#T1# Stabler is looking to reverse the position. Wilcox is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Stabler will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already. Stabler gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB2# Wilcox seems to be working for a kimura but Stabler defends the submission attempt. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Wilcox is looking to advance position but Stabler won't allow it. #T2# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Wilcox passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Stabler! Wilcox takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though. Stabler is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Wilcox content just to control the position here. #T3# Stabler is desperately trying to improve his position but Wilcox has a good base and remains in mount. Stabler regains half guard. Wilcox seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. Stabler wants to control but Wilcox is keeping busy.
Wilcox controlling the action here. #SUB2# Wilcox is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Well, if Wilcox 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.
Stabler is trying to stand up here but Wilcox is controlling him well. Wilcox trying to mount his opponent but Stabler defends it. Wilcox with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Wilcox moves into full mount! Stabler won't be happy about that! Wilcox takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Thomas Wilcox dominated that round. That's time! Stabler's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##TD2# Wilcox closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Wilcox is controlling the pace.
Thomas Wilcox has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2# Wilcox 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.
Stabler trying to control from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Wilcox is taking a breather. Stabler 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.#T1# Stabler is looking to improve his position.
Stabler trying to control but Wilcox postures up.
Wilcox has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Stabler tries to get to full guard but Wilcox has control of the leg. Wilcox content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. Wilcox wants to advance to full mount but Stabler doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead. #T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Stabler wants to sweep here but Wilcox controlling him for the moment. #SUB# Stabler throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Stabler can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Wilcox controls the pace. Wilcox looking to pass the guard. We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup. Wilcox won't allow Stabler to sweep him here. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Wilcox goes for a double leg but Stabler avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Stabler continues to drive forward.#T3##TD2# Wilcox closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Stabler's guard. Wilcox looking to pass the guard. Wilcox keeps trying to improve his position. Stabler wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. Wilcox passes into half guard. Wilcox content to control rather than advance. Wilcox passes to side control. Stabler is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T4# The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Stabler is trying to control but can't.
Still in half guard, Wilcox seems content to control.#SUB2# Wilcox is working for a submission of some sort.
Wilcox controlling the pace. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2# Wilcox seems to be looking for submissions.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Thomas Wilcox showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3# Stabler just misses with a punch to the body.
#TD2# Wilcox scores with a takedown into Stabler's guard. Stabler controls Wilcox momentarily but Wilcox frees himself. #SUB# Stabler is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Wilcox slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. Wilcox pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Stabler is keeping the position for now. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Stabler not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Stabler 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.#T1# Wilcox 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. The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet. Wilcox looking to pass the guard. #SUB# Stabler working for a triangle but Wilcox defends it easily.
#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. Wilcox tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Stabler was well out of range. Poor timing from Wilcox. Stabler throws a hook to the side of Wilcox's head but Wilcox sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Wilcox tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Stabler defends well and Wilcox ends up having to push Stabler into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Wilcox moves out of range as Stabler strikes. Stabler lands with a cross. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Wilcox. Wilcox on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T2# Stabler sizes up Wilcox with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Wilcox fails with a takedown attempt. Elliot Stabler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Thomas Wilcox. Wilcox shoots in looking for a takedown. Stabler tries to sprawl out of it but Wilcox keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Stabler manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #TD2# Excellent takedown into side control there by Wilcox. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2# Wilcox goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Stabler rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Wilcox's guard! Nice work there by Stabler! A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Wilcox holds on and takes a little breather. Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T3# Stabler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Wilcox avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Stabler stopping the sweep attempt from Wilcox.#SUB2# Wilcox is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Stabler defends well. Stabler throwing strikes from guard but Wilcox blocks nicely. Wilcox working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Stabler. #SUB2# Wilcox is looking for a triangle but Stabler pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2# Wilcox looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T4# Wilcox pulls Stabler in close to prevent any damage. Wilcox is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Wilcox utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Stabler slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Wilcox sneaks back into half guard. Wilcox wants to control but Stabler is keeping busy and won't allow it. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Stabler connects with a nice short shot to Wilcox's temple. Wilcox is looking for a sweep. Stabler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Elliot Stabler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Thomas Wilcox is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Wilcox has his hands clasped together around Stabler's back. He's all about the action. Wilcox blocking the ground and pound attempt from Stabler.
And that's the end of the fight! Elliot Stabler showed his dominance in that final round. I think Wilcox 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 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 28:29 Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 28:29 Judge Josh West scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Thomas Wilcox! |
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Event:
HFA 205 R1
Date: May 31, 2024 |
#R1# Wilcox tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Von Meyer swivels and escapes.#CL# Von Meyer clinches with his opponent.
A short uppercut from Von Meyer. Von Meyer is pressed up against the cage. Wilcox has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Von Meyer down to the mat. Von Meyer avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. Von Meyer seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym. Wilcox shoots in for a takedown but Von Meyer shows good takedown defense. Max Von Meyer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Thomas Wilcox.#CL# Von Meyer has managed to clinch.
Wilcox is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Von Meyer is defending well. Wilcox can't find room to land a body shot as Von Meyer controls the action.
A short uppercut from Von Meyer. Wilcox tries to land a knee to the head but Von Meyer blocks with his arms.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Von Meyer. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Wilcox has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Von Meyer after a bit of a struggle. Wilcox is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Von Meyer gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. Von Meyer lands a shot to the body. Wilcox taking a breather. Wilcox throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
#T1# Von Meyer lands with a short head shot on the inside. Wilcox tries to circle away but Von Meyer has him pinned against the cage. Von Meyer scores with an uppercut up the middle. Von Meyer softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Wilcox has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Von Meyer is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet. Von Meyer scores with a shot to the side of Wilcox's head. Von Meyer lands a right hand. Wilcox is looking for a takedown. Wilcox is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Von Meyer pulls him back up using the underhooks. Wilcox looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Von Meyer lands a right hand that snaps the head of Wilcox backwards. Wilcox is looking for a takedown. Von Meyer gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Wilcox.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Von Meyer. Von Meyer lands a shoulder strike. Von Meyer lands a left hand that snaps the head of Wilcox backwards. #T2# This has been an exciting period of action! Von Meyer makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Wilcox jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Von Meyer walks away with a smile on his face. Wilcox gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. Von Meyer moves out of range of the body kick from Wilcox.
#CL# Von Meyer has taken the fight to the clinch.
Von Meyer is defending well against a takedown attempt. Von Meyer pushes Wilcox back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Von Meyer presses Wilcox against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Von Meyer working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Wilcox is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Von Meyer gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. Von Meyer lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Von Meyer presses Wilcox against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Von Meyer makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Von Meyer lands a body punch. Von Meyer lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Wilcox. Von Meyer pushes Wilcox back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Von Meyer lands a nice uppercut.#T3# With the fighters clinched against the cage, Von Meyer creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Wilcox is trying to pull guard but Von Meyer has him pressed against the cage. Wilcox tries to pull guard but Von Meyer won't allow it.
A shot in the inside from Von Meyer. Wilcox looking to stall.
Wilcox tries to break the clinch but Von Meyer is controlling the position. Von Meyer keeps control of Wilcox as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. Von Meyer is pressed up against the cage. Wilcox has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Von Meyer down to the mat. Von Meyer avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. Wilcox misses with a takedown attempt - Von Meyer sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Von Meyer is looking to counter with a shot to the body. Wilcox shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Von Meyer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Von Meyer dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#TD2# Wilcox throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Von Meyer was covering up waiting for the punch and Wilcox finishes the takedown easily into guard. #T4# Wilcox stops Von Meyer from standing up. Wilcox wants to control from the top but Von Meyer keeps moving. Wilcox stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Von Meyer swivels though and keeps the full guard. Von Meyer is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Wilcox sitting in guard, not really doing much. Von Meyer looking for a sweep. Not yet Von Meyer, not yet. Wilcox postures up.
Wilcox is stalling in the full guard. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Max Von Meyer dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2# Wilcox misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#CL# Von Meyer clinches up against the cage. Von Meyer lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Von Meyer working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Von Meyer lands a body punch. Von Meyer lands a left hand that snaps the head of Wilcox backwards. Wilcox is trying to pull guard but Von Meyer turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch. A short uppercut from Von Meyer. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Von Meyer works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Wilcox is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Von Meyer gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. Max Von Meyer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Thomas Wilcox. Von Meyer prevents the takedown attempt.
Von Meyer digs a right hand into Wilcox's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Wilcox's gas tank. Von Meyer gets through Wilcox's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Von Meyer gets through Wilcox's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T1# A short right hand to the side of the head by Von Meyer. Wilcox wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Von Meyer scores with an uppercut up the middle. Von Meyer lands a left hand that snaps the head of Wilcox backwards. Von Meyer working some nice short punches in the clinch. Von Meyer lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Wilcox jumps guard but Von Meyer stands there with Wilcox around his waist. Wilcox gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Von Meyer makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Von Meyer lands on the inside with an uppercut. Wilcox can't get the takedown.
Von Meyer throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Wilcoxs head. Von Meyer lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. A shot in the inside from Von Meyer. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Von Meyer lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Wilcox backwards. Wilcox drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#T2# Von Meyer lands a right hand that snaps the head of Wilcox backwards. Von Meyer lands with a short shot to the head. Von Meyer working some nice short punches in the clinch. Von Meyer is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Wilcox can do to turn this around? Von Meyer lands a shoulder strike. Von Meyer lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Wilcox. A right handed body shot lands from Von Meyer.
Wilcox is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Von Meyer is defending well. Von Meyer scores with a nice hook to the head. Von Meyer softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Von Meyer lands a hook to the side of the head. A short right from Von Meyer. Von Meyer softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#ROC#Wilcox is rocked! A short uppercut from Von Meyer. Wilcox is still on wobbly legs! Can Von Meyer finish him? Wilcox is working for takedown but Von Meyer is calmly controlling the position for now.#T3# Nice body punch from Von Meyer. Wilcox is breathing heavily. Von Meyer lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Nice body punch from Von Meyer - that landed with a thud.
A short left from Von Meyer. Von Meyer lands a hook that snaps the head of Wilcox backwards. Wilcox tries to pull guard but Von Meyer holds him up against the cage and eventually Wilcox drops back down to his feet.
Wilcox tries for a takedown. No joy.
Von Meyer lands a left hand that snaps the head of Wilcox backwards. A short left from Von Meyer. Max Von Meyer has scored more points in the clinch so far. Von Meyer lands with a short shot to the head. Von Meyer lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Von Meyer pushes Wilcox against the cage. Von Meyer is working some dirty boxing. Von Meyer pushes off with a quick right hook! Wilcox goes down! Wilcox tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Von Meyer moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:47 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Max Von Meyer! Max Von Meyer 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 29, 2024 |
#R1# Akhmedov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A jab lands there for Akhmedov. Akhmedov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wilcox moves away. Wilcox feinted with a counter takedown. Akhmedov connects with a body shot that sends Wilcox's belly button to the back. Wilcox throws a front kick aimed at Akhmedov's knee but Akhmedov avoids it well. #TD# Wilcox looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Wilcox's corner is telling him to maintain position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Wilcox thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. Wilcox slips nicely into half guard.#T1# Wilcox wants to pass to mount but Akhmedov is defending the position. Wilcox not doing much here.
Wilcox is looking to take a break and control but Akhmedov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Wilcox is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen. Wilcox tries to pass to full mount but Akhmedov defends it. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#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. Wilcox is figuring out what he wants to do next. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Wilcox is looking to take a break and control but Akhmedov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Wilcox trying to pass the guard but Akhmedov defending well. #SUB# Akhmedov is defending against the submission attempts here by Wilcox.
Wilcox trying to control from half guard but Akhmedov is working away. #T3# Akhmedov is trying to control but can't.
Wilcox performing his best blanket impression for a moment. We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. The fighters circle momentarily. Akhmedov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. Wilcox fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Akhmedov avoids it really well and circles away.#T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Good exchange - Akhmedov coming out on top. Akhmedov scores with the left hand. Wilcox knows he should have avoided that one. Akhmedov scores with a nice strike. Wilcox takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Nice cross by Akhmedov. Wilcox shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Akhmedov as he avoids it easily. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD# Akhmedov gets caught napping as Wilcox dives in and scores a takedown. Akhmedov manages to retain guard. Akhmedov manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#BC# Wilcox manages to break the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bogdan Akhmedov dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2# Akhmedov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#TD# Akhmedov gets caught napping as Wilcox dives in and scores a takedown. Akhmedov manages to retain guard.#SUB# Wilcox thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. Wilcox stands and throws Akhmedov's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB# Wilcox is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Akhmedov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. Wilcox wants to lay and pray for a moment but Akhmedov keeps working. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Wilcox tries to move to mount but Akhmedov blocks the move with his legs. #T1# Akhmedov is looking to reverse the position. Wilcox trying to control the position but Akhmedov is working away. Akhmedov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Wilcox. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB# Wilcox wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Akhmedov, who protects the arm well. Wilcox advances nicely into full mount. #SUB# Wilcox is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Akhmedov has managed to escape the submission attempt.
#T2# Wilcox controlling the pace for now. Wilcox tries to control but Akhmedov wriggling away. Wilcox could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely. Wilcox controlling the position easily from mount. Akhmedov is squirming around, avoiding Wilcox's attempts to control the action. Akhmedov has given up his back.
#T3# Wilcox trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Wilcox trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Akhmedov doesn't escape. Akhmedov looking very determined here, making life difficult for Wilcox.
Wilcox is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Akhmedov looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T4# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB# Wilcox is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Akhmedov has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. Thomas Wilcox overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Wilcox controls the position.#SUB# Wilcox has managed to slip his arm under Akhmedov's chin. This could be all over... yep, Akhmedov is tapping out! Submission win for Wilcox.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Thomas Wilcox! |
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