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Event:
Grappling Hype -22-
Date: May 25, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 4 losses; Gabe Utsecks! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 9 losses; Diminutive Jackson!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Stewart Dunkirk and Tiny Johnson.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Utsecks fails with a takedown attempt.
And Jackson tries to counter it with a takedown but Utsecks pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Utsecks shoots in looking for a takedown. Jackson tries to sprawl out of it but Utsecks keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Jackson manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Jackson changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Utsecks shoots in looking for a takedown but Jackson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Utsecks's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Jackson is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gabe Utsecks. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Utsecks shoots in and drives through. Jackson sprawls well.
Jackson feints the counter takedown.#CL2#
Jackson gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Utsecks wants a takedown but no success here.
#TD2#
Jackson decides to pull guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Jackson looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Utsecks has picked Jackson up and slammed him! Jackson can't keep hold of the triangle and Utsecks manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Utsecks (3) vs (0) Jackson
Jackson tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T1#
Utsecks wants to lay and pray for a moment but Jackson keeps working.
Jackson tries to buck Utsecks off but Utsecks is having none of it.
Utsecks takes a little break here. Jackson wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#T2#
Jackson is trying to work for a sweep but Utsecks has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Utsecks (5) vs (0) Jackson
Utsecks wants to take his opponent's back but Jackson doesn't allow it.
Utsecks is trying to control here but Jackson has managed to regain half guard.
Utsecks is trying to control. Jackson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Jackson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Jackson actively working from the bottom here.#T3#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Jackson is looking for a sweep. Utsecks is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Utsecks slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB2#
Jackson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Utsecks is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Jackson sees it coming and defends easily.
Utsecks is trying to control. Jackson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T4#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Utsecks has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Utsecks (8) vs (0) Jackson
Utsecks content just to control the position here.
Jackson is looking to improve his position but Utsecks isn't that keen on the idea.
Jackson is trying to reverse the position but instead Utsecks has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Utsecks (11) vs (0) Jackson#T5#
Jackson is really stuck here.
#SUB#
Utsecks is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Jackson defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Utsecks trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Jackson doesn't escape.
Jackson is keeping busy.
Utsecks is really struggling to control Jackson but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Jackson tries to roll but Utsecks sticks to his back.
#T6#
Jackson is still trying to improve position.
I would not like to be Jackson right now.
#T7##SUB#
Utsecks tightening his grip on Jackson, looking for the choke.
Utsecks trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Utsecks is trying to control but Jackson is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
Jackson tries to improve his position but instead Utsecks has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Utsecks (14) vs (0) Jackson
Utsecks tries to get the hooks in deep but Jackson pushed the leg off. #T8#
Utsecks has the hooks in. Jackson is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Jackson staying busy and making it hard for Utsecks to control.
Jackson wants to escape the position.
Jackson is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Utsecks off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Utsecks wants to control the position but Jackson frees himself and scrambles - Utsecks manages to regain control in side control.
Utsecks wants to lay and pray for a moment but Jackson keeps working.
Jackson is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Utsecks is looking to take a break and control but Jackson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T9#
Utsecks moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Utsecks (16) vs (0) Jackson#SUB#
Jackson tries to improve his position but Utsecks has taken his back! Utsecks has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Jackson tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Utsecks pushes Jackson away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Gabe Utsecks!
A relieved looking Gabe Utsecks thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
Grappling Hype -20-
Date: May 18, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 7 losses; Kevin Hart! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 8 losses; Diminutive Jackson!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Cecil Peabody and Tiny Johnson.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Hart shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hart (2) vs (0) Jackson#SUB#
Hart is trying to work for a kimura but Jackson is defending well.
Hart prevents Jackson from improving his position.#SUB2#
Jackson looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Jackson is defending against the submission attempts here by Hart.
#SUB#
Hart is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Jackson is defending against the submission attempts here by Hart.
#SUB#
Hart wants to work for an arm triangle but Jackson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T1##SUB#
Hart is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Jackson wants to get back to full guard.
Hart is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Hart pushing down on Jackson's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Hart seems to be working for a kimura but Jackson defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Hart is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Jackson is just riding it out for now. Hart eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Hart is looking for a kimura but Jackson is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Hart to get the leverage. #T2##SUB2#
Jackson looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Hart is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Jackson wants to improve his position but Hart is controlling well.
#SUB#
Hart is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Jackson is just riding it out for now. Hart eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Hart is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Hart is working for an americana but Jackson has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Hart was thinking about the submission.#T3#
Jackson keeping full guard, as Hart tries to pass. #SUB#
Hart is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Jackson is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Jackson has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hart (2) vs (2) Jackson#SUB2#
Jackson drops back looking for a leg! Hart is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Hart manages to kick Jackson off! Jackson jumps back into Hart's guard. #SUB#
Hart looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Jackson has picked Hart up and slammed him! Hart can't keep hold of the triangle and Jackson manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hart (2) vs (5) Jackson
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hart is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4#
Hart is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Jackson's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB2#
Jackson is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hart has managed to free his arm - good work.
Hart is looking for a sweep. Jackson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Jackson is trying to work for a kimura but Hart is defending well.
Jackson tries to pass to full mount but Hart defends it. #SUB#
Hart is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jackson pulls his head out easily.
Hart moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Hart has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Jackson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Hart working for a triangle but Jackson defends it easily.
#T5##SUB2#
Jackson 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.
Jackson stopping the sweep attempt from Hart.#SUB#
Hart is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Jackson is aware though and is defending well.
Hart keeping full guard, as Jackson tries to pass. #SUB2#
Jackson 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. #SUB#
Hart has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Jackson 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 Hart. Score +3 for passing guard: Hart (2) vs (8) Jackson#T6##SUB2#
Jackson is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Hart knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Jackson is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Hart knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Jackson is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Hart has escaped the position, nice work there.
Hart is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Jackson's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB2#
Jackson is looking for a kimura but Hart is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Jackson to get the leverage. #T7#
Hart tries to roll over but Jackson keeps him under control.#SUB#
Hart actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Jackson is looking for a kimura but Hart is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Jackson to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Jackson is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Hart doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Jackson. #SUB#
Hart looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Hart looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hart wants to improve his position but Jackson is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Hart is defending against the submission attempts here by Jackson.
#T8##SUB2#
Jackson is working for a kimura but Hart is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Hart is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jackson pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Hart is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Jackson is tapping! Great win for Hart!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Kevin Hart!
After winning the bout, Kevin Hart 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:
Grappling Hype -18-
Date: May 11, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 5 losses; Big Guy! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 7 losses; Diminutive Jackson!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Daniel Franklin and Chris Downing.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Guy fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Guy shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Jackson as he jumps to the side.
Jackson with the counter takedown but Guy avoids it easily.
Guy tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Jackson defends well and Guy ends up having to push Jackson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Big Guy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Guy tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Guy jumps guard but Jackson turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Guy tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Jackson smiles and moves away.
Guy doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD2#
and Jackson counters with a nice double leg into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Guy (0) vs (2) Jackson
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Guy slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Guy has his foot on Jackson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Jackson works his way back into a safe position though.
Jackson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1##SUB#
Guy is looking for a triangle here but Jackson uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Guy (0) vs (5) Jackson#SUB2#
Jackson tries for a kimura but Guy is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Jackson tries for a kimura but Guy is defending well. #SUB2#
Jackson tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Jackson has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Jackson thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T2#
Guy is trying to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jackson working away.#SUB2#
Jackson is trying to get an arm triangle but Guy is defending well.
Guy is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Jackson off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Guy (4) vs (5) Jackson
Jackson tries to break free.
#SUB#
Jackson is trying to defend against the choke here but Guy has an arm under his chin. This one might not last much longer. Guy Tightens the hold and Jackson taps out furiously! Guy displays superior BJJ to win the fight.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Big Guy! |
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Event:
Grappling Hype -15-
Date: May 04, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 5 losses; Jack Dredd! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 6 losses; Diminutive Jackson!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Timothy Bukovac and Jack Bonds.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Jackson keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#CL2#
Jackson gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Dredd has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Jackson is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Dredd looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jack Dredd. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dredd has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Jackson is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#TD2#
Jackson pulls Dredd into guard.
Dredd trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Jackson is looking for a triangle but Dredd pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Dredd drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Dredd as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Jackson screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Dredd! Nice submission victory there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Jack Dredd!
Our winner, Jack Dredd, 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:
Grappling Hype -13-
Date: Apr 27, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 5 losses; Paul Crewe! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 5 losses; Diminutive Jackson!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Don Winkell and Frank Antenori.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Crewe has managed to clinch.
Jackson prevents the takedown attempt.
#TD2#
Jackson drags the fight down to the ground.
#SUB2#
Jackson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Crewe defends well.#SUB2#
Jackson looking for subs off his back but Crewe has passed one foot through into half guard.
Crewe frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Crewe (3) vs (0) Jackson
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Crewe takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Crewe seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Jackson is holding on tight.
Jackson is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T1#
Crewe sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Jackson tries to reverse the position but Crewe maintains control.#SUB#
Crewe has hold of Jackson's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Jackson manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Crewe tries to control but Jackson wriggling away. #SUB#
Crewe is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Jackson to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Jackson shrugs it off.
Crewe content just to control the position here. #T2#
Jackson is working to get back to half guard.
Jackson is squirming around, avoiding Crewe's attempts to control the action.
Jackson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Crewe trying to control but Jackson is having none of it.
Crewe is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Jackson is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Crewe (6) vs (0) Jackson
Jackson tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3##SUB#
Crewe looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Crewe wants to control the pace but Jackson is squirming around nicely.
Crewe takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Score +3 for taking back: Crewe (9) vs (0) Jackson
Jackson looking very determined here, making life difficult for Crewe.
Jackson breaks Crewe's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Crewe (9) vs (2) Jackson
Crewe has his hands on Jackson's head, controlling the position.
Crewe looking to control.
#T4#
Jackson won't allow Crewe to sweep him here.
Crewe 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: Crewe (11) vs (2) Jackson
Jackson makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Jackson.
Crewe is pushing down on Jackson's leg trying to pass to half guard. Jackson is fighting to maintain full guard but Crewe has managed to sneak the leg through.
Jackson slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Jackson can't keep his opponent in guard - Crewe advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Crewe moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Crewe (14) vs (2) Jackson
Jackson is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Crewe thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T5#
Jackson tries to buck Crewe off but Crewe is having none of it.
Crewe has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Crewe (16) vs (2) Jackson
Crewe controlling from mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jackson is wriggling around trying to escape.
Crewe fails to take his opponent's back.
Jackson tries to improve his position but instead Crewe has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Crewe (19) vs (2) Jackson
Crewe is trying to stick to Jackson's back but Jackson is turning into Crewe. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Crewe's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Jackson. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Crewe (19) vs (4) Jackson#SUB#
Crewe looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T6#
Crewe 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.
Crewe is working hard here to advance position.
Jackson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Crewe is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Jackson is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Crewe is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Crewe has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Crewe (21) vs (4) Jackson
Crewe wants to control from the top but Jackson keeps moving. #T7#
Crewe forces his way into half guard.
Crewe passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Crewe (24) vs (4) Jackson
Jackson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Jackson is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Crewe is working for a guillotine from mount but Jackson frees his head quite easily.
Jackson tries to reverse the position but Crewe maintains control.#T8#
Jackson regains half guard.
Crewe controlling the action here.#SUB#
Crewe is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Jackson sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Crewe is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Jackson sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Jackson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Crewe pulls his head out easily.
Crewe wants to control but Jackson is keeping him busy. #T9#
Crewe frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Crewe (27) vs (4) Jackson
Jackson is trying to reverse the position but instead Crewe has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Crewe (30) vs (4) Jackson
Jackson wants to escape the position.
Crewe biding his time, controlling Jackson.
Jackson is really stuck here.
#SUB#
Crewe is cranking Jackson's head sideways - that looks painful. He's managed to get his other arm under the chin and this looks bad for Jackson! He's tightened the choke and Jackson is tapping out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Paul Crewe!
Paul Crewe decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Grappling Hype -12-
Date: Apr 20, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 5 losses; Spud Grubbins! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 5 losses; Diminutive Jackson!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Daniel Franklin and George Francis.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Jackson has taken the fight to the clinch.
Jackson gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Grubbins.
Grubbins is trying to drag Jackson to the mat but Jackson just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Jackson gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Grubbins.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Spud Grubbins. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Grubbins is trying to drag Jackson to the mat but Jackson just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Grubbins.
#TD2#
Jackson pulls guard successfully.
#T1#
Grubbins slips nicely into half guard.
Jackson is looking to improve his position.
Jackson works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Jackson looking for a guillotine here but Grubbins defends easily.
Grubbins stays in close to Jackson's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Jackson has his foot on Grubbins's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Grubbins works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Jackson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Grubbins works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T2##SUB2#
Jackson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Grubbins is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Jackson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Jackson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Grubbins is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Jackson has managed to free his arm - good work.
Grubbins is trying to control. Jackson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Grubbins works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Grubbins (3) vs (0) Jackson#T3##SUB#
Grubbins wants to finish this one by submission but Jackson is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Grubbins.
Jackson is trying to escape the mount.
#SUB#
Grubbins jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle�. Ooooh, that looks tight� Jackson is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Jackson and Grubbins has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
#SUB#
Grubbins looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Grubbins goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Jackson has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Grubbins but great work by Jackson. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Grubbins (3) vs (4) Jackson#SUB2#
Jackson wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Grubbins, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Jackson swings around for an armbar but Grubbins sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Jackson's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Grubbins (5) vs (4) Jackson
Jackson really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Grubbins. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T4##SUB2#
Jackson working for a triangle but Grubbins defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Jackson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Grubbins defends well.#SUB2#
Jackson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Grubbins defends well.
Grubbins 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 get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Jackson can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB2#
Jackson has his foot on Grubbins's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Grubbins works his way back into a safe position though.#T5#
Grubbins wants to control from the top but Jackson keeps moving. #SUB#
Grubbins drops back looking for a leg! Jackson is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Jackson manages to kick Grubbins off! Grubbins jumps back into Jackson's guard. #SUB2#
Jackson working for a triangle but Grubbins defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Grubbins avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Grubbins drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Jackson dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Grubbins (5) vs (6) Jackson#T6#
Jackson looking to pass the guard.
Jackson keeps trying to improve his position.
Jackson passes Grubbins's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Grubbins regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Jackson drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Grubbins manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Jackson has Grubbins in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Grubbins (7) vs (6) Jackson#SUB2#
Jackson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Grubbins defends well.#T7#
Jackson keeping moving, preventing Grubbins from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Jackson looking for a triangle here. Grubbins is fighting it but it looks tight! Jackson pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Grubbins is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Diminutive Jackson! |
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Event:
Grappling Hype -10-
Date: Apr 13, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 4 losses; Diminutive Jackson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 4 losses; Lyric Mann!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Gwen Towbar and Tiny Johnson.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Mann gets a double leg takedown into Jackson's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Jackson (0) vs (2) Mann
Mann trying to control but Jackson is working from the bottom.
Mann controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Jackson wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mann controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
It looks like Mann 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.#T1#
Mann trying to control but Jackson is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Jackson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Mann defends it easily.
Mann trying to control the position from guard on top but Jackson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2##SUB#
Jackson is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mann tries to free his leg and advance position but Jackson is retaining full guard.
Mann stays in close to Jackson's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Mann got a little sloppy there for a moment and Jackson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Mann has managed to get both his arms back between Jackson's legs - danger averted.
Mann showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T3#
Mann passes into half guard.
Mann is pressing down on Jackson's thigh, looking to free his foot. Jackson is holding on for now.
Mann controlling the pace.
Jackson is looking to get back to full guard here but Mann has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Jackson (0) vs (5) Mann#T4#
Mann 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 Jackson's shoulder. That is not cool.
Jackson is not content to let Mann control the position.
Mann controls the position from side control.#T5#
Jackson is looking to regain half guard here but Mann keeps moving and retains side control.
Mann content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T6#
Let's hope that Mann 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.
Jackson is looking to reverse the position.
Jackson is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Mann is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Jackson (0) vs (7) Mann#T7#
Mann wants to control the pace but Jackson is squirming around nicely.
Mann might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Jackson haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Jackson regains half guard.
Jackson on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Jackson tries to get out of the position.#SUB#
Jackson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Mann pulls his head out easily.
Mann is taking a breather. Jackson 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.#T8#
Mann is pressing down on Jackson's thigh, looking to free his foot. Jackson is holding on for now. #SUB#
Jackson actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Jackson actively working from the bottom here.
Mann with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T9#
Jackson wants to get back to full guard but Mann has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Jackson (0) vs (10) Mann
Jackson tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Mann presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Jackson (0) vs (12) Mann#SUB2#
Jackson defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Mann.
Mann trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T10#
Jackson 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.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Mann looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
Jackson actively working from the bottom here.#T11#
Mann passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Jackson (0) vs (15) Mann
Mann controlling his opponent.
Jackson regains half guard.#SUB#
Jackson looking for submissions off his back.
Mann stalling. #T12#
Mann frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Jackson (0) vs (18) Mann
Mann sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T13#
Jackson is wriggling around trying to escape.
Jackson is squirming around, avoiding Mann's attempts to control the action.
Jackson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Mann controlling from mount. #T14#
Mann wants to control the pace but Jackson is squirming around nicely. #SUB2#
Mann jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle�. Ooooh, that looks tight� Jackson is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Jackson and Mann has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Mann 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 Jackson's shoulder. That is not cool.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Mann wins on points by 18 to 0. |
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Event:
Grappling Hype -5-
Date: Mar 30, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Nano Grippy! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Diminutive Jackson!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Stewart Dunkirk and Gwen Towbar.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Jackson prevents the takedown attempt.
#TD#
Grippy manages to pull guard.
#SUB2#
Jackson drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Grippy dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Grippy (2) vs (0) Jackson
Jackson keeping full guard, as Grippy tries to pass. #SUB2#
Jackson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grippy forces his way into half guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Jackson can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Grippy is looking for a kimura but Jackson is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Grippy to get the leverage. #T1##SUB#
Grippy is trying for a kimura here. Jackson looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Grippy wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Nano Grippy!
During a confident post fight interview, Nano Grippy thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Grappling Hype -3-
Date: Mar 23, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Diminutive Jackson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Torso Junior!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Chris Downing and Robert Twigg.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Jackson keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Jackson drops down looking for a counter takedown but Junior sprawls and moves away.
Junior tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Jackson defends well and Junior ends up having to push Jackson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Jackson keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Diminutive Jackson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Torso Junior.
Junior tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Torso Junior seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jackson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Jackson wants it to stay on the feet.
Junior shoots in but no luck this time. #TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Jackson. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Jackson (4) vs (0) Junior#SUB#
Jackson tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Jackson has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Junior is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Jackson's leg. Oh but that's left an opportunity for Jackson! He's got an arm triangle... it looks tight! He's rotating and Junior has tapped! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Diminutive Jackson! |
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Event:
Grappling Hype -1-
Date: Mar 16, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Diminutive Jackson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Dram Macallan!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Frank Dennis and Alan Glass.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Macallan tries to clinch up#TD#
and Jackson counters with a takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Jackson (4) vs (0) Macallan#SUB#
Jackson is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Macallan is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Macallan regains half guard.#SUB2#
Macallan looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Macallan is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Jackson is tapping! Great win for Macallan!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Dram Macallan!
During a confident post fight interview, Dram Macallan thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
HYPE Midget Championship
Date: Mar 09, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Danger Dobbie! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Diminutive Jackson!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Gwen Towbar and Stewart Dunkirk.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Jackson shoots in and bounces Dobbie off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dobbie (0) vs (2) Jackson#SUB#
Dobbie pushes a forearm under Jackson's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Jackson is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Danger Dobbie!
After winning the bout, Danger Dobbie 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:
Midget Champions RD3
Date: Mar 02, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Diminutive Jackson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Paul Crewe!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Chris Downing and Wesley Smith.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Jackson darts in and clinches Crewe up against the cage.
Crewe drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Jackson gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#TD#
Jackson jumps guard.
#SUB#
Jackson looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Crewe trying to control the position from guard on top but Jackson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Crewe got a little sloppy there for a moment and Jackson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Crewe has managed to get both his arms back between Jackson's legs - danger averted.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Crewe looking to improve position, pressing down on Jackson's thigh with his hand. Jackson seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Crewe paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Crewe's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Jackson picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Diminutive Jackson!
Paul Crewe was interviewed post fight and said 'My, you have lovely hair. You ever find any spiders in it?'. |
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Event:
Midget Champions RD2
Date: Feb 23, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Jack Dredd! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Diminutive Jackson!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, George Francis and Cecil Peabody.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Dredd has a takedown stuffed.#CL2#
Jackson has Dredd up against the cage in a clinch.
Jackson stops a takedown attempt from Dredd.
Dredd wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jack Dredd. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Jackson is trying to trip Dredd. He has hold of a leg but Dredd is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Jackson persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dredd (0) vs (2) Jackson
Dredd keeping full guard, as Jackson tries to pass.
Jackson is still trying to improve position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dredd seems keen to control Jackson's posture.#T1#
Jackson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dredd swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Jackson is looking to advance position but Dredd has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Dredd (4) vs (2) Jackson
Dredd prevents Jackson from getting the reversal.
Dredd controlling his opponent.
Dredd wants to control the pace but Jackson is squirming around nicely.
Jackson tries to reverse the position but Dredd maintains control.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Jackson can do anything to dispel that myth.#T2#
Jackson slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Jackson is trying to get back to full guard.
Jackson moves into full guard.
Jackson keeping moving, preventing Dredd from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Jackson has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Dredd 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 Jackson. Score +3 for passing guard: Dredd (7) vs (2) Jackson
Jackson tries to bench press Dredd off him but Dredd keeps the position. #T3#
Jackson is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Dredd wants to control but Jackson is keeping him busy.
Dredd controlling from side mount.
Jackson regains half guard.#T4##SUB2#
Jackson looking for submissions off his back.
Dredd wants to pass the guard but Jackson is defending well.
Dredd is taking a breather. Jackson 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#
Jackson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dredd pulls his head out easily.
Dredd trying to control the action but Jackson is working from the bottom.
Jackson tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Dredd has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Dredd (10) vs (2) Jackson#T5#
Dredd can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Jackson is looking to escape.
Jackson tries to reverse the position but Dredd maintains control.
Dredd controlling the pace for now.
Jackson is trying to escape the mount.
#T6#
Jackson stops Dredd from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Jackson is working to get back to half guard.
#T7#
Jackson sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Dredd tries to pass the half guard into mount. Jackson knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
Jackson looking for subs from the bottom but Dredd mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Dredd (13) vs (2) Jackson
Jackson really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T8#
Jackson is trying to reverse the position but instead Dredd has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Dredd (16) vs (2) Jackson
Will Dredd go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Dredd is hanging on to Jackson's back as he tries to escape.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Dredd is hanging on to Jackson's back as he tries to escape.
#T9#
Jackson is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Jackson is in bad spot here.
Jackson prevents Dredd from getting a body triangle.#T10#
Dredd controlling well, preventing Jackson from escaping the position.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Dredd controlling the positon.
Dredd has the hooks in. Jackson is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T11#
Dredd controlling from the back.
Dredd trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#T12#
Jackson is in bad spot here.
Good control from Dredd.
Jackson turns into Dredd and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dredd (16) vs (4) Jackson
Dredd is pulling down on Jackson's head. It's preventing any offense from Jackson, at least for the moment.
Jackson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T13##SUB#
Jackson looking to improve position, pressing down on Dredd's thigh with his hand. Dredd seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Jackson paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Jackson's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Dredd picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 13:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Jack Dredd! |
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Event:
Midget Champions RD1
Date: Feb 16, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Diminutive Jackson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Big Guy!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, Frank Dennis and Robert Twigg.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Guy doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD#
and Jackson counters with a nice double leg into side control. Guy won't be happy with that. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Jackson (4) vs (0) Guy
Guy manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Guy is trying to maintain the position but Jackson is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Jackson has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Guy defend it? Jackson steps over the head and cranks it - Guy is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Jackson!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Diminutive Jackson! |
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