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Event:
RMMA - Montreal 2
Date: Apr 12, 2025 |
#R1#
Ossman looks to score with a jab to the body but Steelstorm is just out of range.
Steelstorm wants to counter the offense by Ossman and move into the clinch position.
Ossman blocks a jab.
Steelstorm with a nice cross.
Good shot there by Steelstorm.
Ossman misses with an uppercut.
Ossman lands an overhand right.
Steelstorm takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Steelstorm needs to keep his hands up - Ossman had a free shot at his head there.
The fighters circle momentarily. Ossman darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Steelstorm connects with a right hand. Ossman shakes it off.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ossman changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Some wild striking there from Steelstorm.
Ossman attempts a counter takedown but Steelstorm avoids it well and moves away.
Ossman scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A punch combination from Steelstorm misses.
Steelstorm looks to land a left hand but Ossman moved out of range nicely.#CL#
Ossman clinches with his opponent.
#T1#
Ossman lands with a right to the head.
Steelstorm is trying to force a seperation but Ossman has the dominant position.
Steelstorm wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Ossman lands a hook to the side of the head.#TD#
Steelstorm is fighting off a takedown attempt but Ossman is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Steelstorm to the mat. Steelstorm regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Steelstorm is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ossman in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Ossman loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Ossman throwing strikes but missing.
Ossman won't allow Steelstorm to get back to his feet.
Ossman throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Steelstorm works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Ossman stops Steelstorm from standing up. #ES2#
Steelstorm has his feet on Ossman's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Some wild striking there from Steelstorm.
Ossman works Steelstorm's body with a nice hook.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ossman with a nice cross.
Steelstorm steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ossman.
Ossman scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Ossman tries to move into range but Steelstorm moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Steelstorm throws the left hand but Ossman avoids the punch easily.
Ossman tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Steelstorm needs to keep his hands up - Ossman had a free shot at his head there.
Steelstorm throws a jab when Ossman was well out of range.
Ossman cracks Steelstorm with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Ossman lands a jab.
Steelstorm jabs Ossman right on the nose. Ossman blinks but takes it well.
Ossman works the jab nicely.
Ossman with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Steelstorm to score with a decent uppercut.
Ossman fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Steelstorm misses with a hook.#T3#
Steelstorm drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#TD#
Ossman shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Steelstorm napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Ossman working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Steelstorm is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Ossman has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Ossman working the ground and pound but Steelstorm is defending the strikes.
Steelstorm avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Ossman.
Steelstorm tries to escape but Ossman is in control.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Steelstorm can do anything to dispel that myth.
Steelstorm takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Steelstorm managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Ossman.
Steelstorm is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Ossman in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Steelstorm is trying to buck Ossman off.
Ossman misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Steelstorm is not content to let Ossman control the position. #T4#
Ossman advances to mount.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ossman pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Ossman breaks from Steelstorm's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Ossman landing strikes, looking to finish!
Steelstorm avoids a series of strikes thrown by Ossman.
Steelstorm trying desperately to get to his feet.
Ossman controlling the position easily from mount.
Steelstorm wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
Ossman trying to control but Steelstorm is having none of it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Steelstorm is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
Steelstorm is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Marty Ossman dominated that 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.#R2#
Ossman cracks Steelstorm with an open hand slap.
Ossman takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Ossman is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Steelstorm can do to turn this around?
Steelstorm throws a hook but Ossman blocks it.
Ossman fails with an attempt to clinch.
Steelstorm circles away from the clinch attempt.
Ossman slips under a jab.
Marty Ossman is winning the standup battle so far.
Ossman tries to clinch there but Steelstorm circles away.
#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Steelstorm blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#TD#
Ossman has hold of one of Steelstorm's legs. Steelstorm is fighting the takedown attempt but Ossman gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Steelstorm manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
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!
Steelstorm misses with some punches.
Ossman lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Ossman misses with a punch on the inside.
Ossman throws a punch but it's blocked by Steelstorm.
Ossman stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#BC2#
Steelstorm breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A jab lands there for Ossman.#T1#
Steelstorm misses with a straight left.
Ossman half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#TD#
Ossman drives through with a takedown into Steelstorm's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Steelstorm is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Ossman missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Ossman with a flurry of punches that miss.
Ossman working some strikes from top position.
Ossman postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Ossman working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Ossman working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Steelstorm's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Steelstorm keeping moving, preventing Ossman from controlling successfully.
Ossman stops Steelstorm from standing up.
Ossman trying to control but Steelstorm is working from the bottom. #T2#
Steelstorm wants to get back to his feet but Ossman is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Ossman landing with the ground and pound.
Steelstorm is looking to stand up but Ossman isn't so interested in that idea.
Ossman throws a big elbow that misses. #ES2#
Steelstorm is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Ossman presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
A left hand lands to the body for Ossman.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A left hand lands to the body for Ossman.
Ossman lands a nice uppercut.
Ossman can't get the takedown.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ossman creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Ossman is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Steelstorm pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Ossman tries a body shot but Steelstorm blocks it.
#T3#
Steelstorm is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Ossman lands a left hand that snaps the head of Steelstorm backwards.
A short left from Ossman. #TD#
Ossman gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Steelstorm is looking to stand up but Ossman isn't so interested in that idea.
Ossman trying to control but Steelstorm is working from the bottom.
Ossman not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Steelstorm wants to stand and escape but Ossman is having none of it.
Marty Ossman overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Ossman works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Ossman not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Steelstorm is trying to stand back up but Ossman is controlling him
#T4#
Steelstorm taking some punishment here, with Ossman in his half guard.
Ossman not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Ossman thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Steelstorm's head.
Ossman throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Ossman working the head and body with strikes.
Ossman trying to pass the guard but Steelstorm defending well.
Steelstorm is looking to escape.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Ossman is looking to advance position but Steelstorm won't allow it.
Steelstorm pushes Ossman off looking to stand but Ossman dives back in and keeps control.
Ossman scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Ossman wants to take a breather but Steelstorm is having none of it.
Steelstorm keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ossman missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Ground and pound from Ossman.
Ossman is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Marty Ossman dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##CL#
Ossman pushes Steelstorm up against the cage in a clinch.
Ossman lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Steelstorm backwards.
Ossman lands with a right to the head.
Steelstorm works on Ossman's body with a couple of short punches.#TD#
Ossman is trying to trip Steelstorm. He has hold of a leg but Steelstorm is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Ossman persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Steelstorm preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Steelstorm wants to stand up but Ossman is controlling him.
Ossman wants to pass the guard but Steelstorm is keeping the position.
Steelstorm wants to get back to his feet but Ossman is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Steelstorm manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
A short uppercut from Ossman. #T1#
A shot in the inside from Ossman.
Ossman lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Steelstorm backwards.
Ossman tries a body shot but Steelstorm blocks it.
Ossman tries a body shot but Steelstorm blocks it.
Steelstorm misses with a punch to the body.
Ossman lands a left hand.
Steelstorm throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ossmans head.
A left hand lands to the body for Steelstorm.
Ossman lands a body shot in the clinch.
Ossman lands a right hand.
Steelstorm can't break the clinch.
Steelstorm is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Ossman throws a punch but it's blocked by Steelstorm.
Steelstorm is trying to push Ossman away but Ossman has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Steelstorm taking a breather.
Ossman keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Steelstorm's efforts to push away.
Steelstorm doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#BC2#
Steelstorm's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Steelstorm scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#T2#
Ossman slips under a jab.
Steelstorm cracks Ossman with an open hand slap.
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!
Steelstorm throws a looping overhand right but Ossman ducks down to avoid it.
Ossman loads up on a big right hand but Steelstorm slips the punch.
Steelstorm throws a right hand that misses
#TD#
and Ossman counters with a takedown into side control.
Ossman scores with a couple of short elbows.
Steelstorm is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Ossman asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Steelstorm takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Ossman in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Steelstorm wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Ossman 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 Steelstorm's shoulder. That is not cool.
Steelstorm is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Ossman is controlling him well.
Ossman fails to land a wild elbow strike.
#T3#
Ossman scores with a couple of short elbows.
An elbow from Ossman crashes against the mat.
Steelstorm wants to get back to his feet.
Marty Ossman is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Ossman in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Dominic Steelstorm has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Steelstorm misses with an elbow from the bottom.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Steelstorm is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Ossman asserts his dominance and retains side control.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Ossman prevents Steelstorm from escaping the position.
Ossman controlling the position from side mount.
Steelstorm throwing some weak shots from the bottom that do no damage.
Ossman takes a little break here. Steelstorm wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Ossman seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Steelstorm for as long as he can get away with.
Steelstorm striking from the bottom but nothing landed.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Ossman lands with a hook. Steelstorm tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Steelstorm misses with a hook
#TD#
and Ossman decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Steelstorm's guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Marty Ossman showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Ossman 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 Steve Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Marty Ossman!
An intense looking Marty Ossman took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'LET'S GOOOO! THE CEO OF EPO IS GOING TO THE TOP!!'. |
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Event:
RMMA 11 - Botond v Diaz
Date: Mar 22, 2025 |
#R1#
Tucker misses with a straight left.
Nice uppercut there from Tucker.
Ossman misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Tucker counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tucker darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tucker misses with a straight right.
A big left from Tucker misses.
Tucker circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tucker throws out a powerful jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ossman has his takedown stuffed
and Tucker makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Tucker throws a big shot that misses.#T1#
Ossman doesn't manage to clinch there - Tucker circles away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tucker! But no joy.
Nice straight punches there by Tucker. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Tucker.
Tucker throws an overhand right that lands on Ossman's shoulder, as Ossman tries to avoid the shot.
Ossman was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ossman has a takedown stuffed.
Tucker loads up on a big right hand but Ossman slips the punch.
Ossman is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Tucker.
Tucker lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tucker connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Tucker scores with a jab.
Tucker smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Kayne Tucker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Tucker bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Ossman's head backwards.
Tucker lands a nice shot that snaps Ossman's head back.
Tucker uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ossman.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tucker lands a really nice looking cross but Ossman seems unphased.
Tucker moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Tucker connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Ossman swings for the body but Tucker moves out of range.
Tucker works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Tucker works the jab nicely.
Ossman misses with a right hand
and Ossman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T3#
Nice defenses there by Tucker.
Tucker lands with an uppercut that bounces Ossman off the cage and back into range.
A punch lands to the side of Ossman 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Ossman takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Good shot there by Tucker.
Ossman looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Tucker clobbers Ossman with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Tucker smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Ossman takes one on the button.
Tucker misses with a wild body shot.
Ossman tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Tucker manages to circle out of the way.#T4#
Ossman wants to clinch but Tucker slips to the side
letting Tucker counter with a right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ossman misses with a right hand
and Tucker counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ossman fails to land with a series of punches.
Ossman ducks right into an uppercut from Tucker.
Ossman is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Tucker swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kayne Tucker is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ossman throws a body punch but Tucker moves out of range.
Tucker lands an overhand right.
Ossman uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tucker.
Tucker's corner calls for a 1-2. Tucker obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kayne Tucker dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tucker.
Tucker slips under a jab.
Tucker feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Ossmans jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Ossman takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Tucker swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Ossman cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tucker blocks a jab.
A little jabbing left from Tucker on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tucker dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tucker dips to his left and cracks Ossman with an uppercut!
Tucker might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Ossman avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ossman moves away from the strike by Tucker.
Ossman swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T1#
Ossman fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tucker thuds his right hand into Ossman's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A jab lands there for Tucker.
Ossman gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Tucker throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Ossman shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Tucker pinned against the cage. Tucker gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Kayne Tucker seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ossman throws a shot from downtown. Tucker moves away and avoids it.
Tucker lands with an uppercut that bounces Ossman off the cage and back into range.#T2#
Tucker connects with a jab.
Ossman misses with an uppercut
letting Tucker counter with a right hand.
Tucker lands an overhand right.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tucker defending well as Ossman loads up on a big left hand.
Tucker scores with a hook.
Tucker scores with a jab. Ossman acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Ossman takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Tucker lands with an uppercut that bounces Ossman off the cage and back into range.
Tucker lands a jab to the head.
#T3#
Ossman shoots in looking for a takedown but Tucker manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Ossman's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
It seemed like Tucker was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Ossman slips under a jab.
Tucker is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ossman.
Tucker sizes up Ossman with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Ossman fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marty Ossman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ossman has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Ossman there as he acknowledges the shot.
Tucker throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Good standup being displayed there by Tucker as he connects with a hook.
Tucker throws an off balance right hand
and Ossman counters with a straight right hand.#T4#
Ossman has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Ossman there as he acknowledges the shot.
Ossman connects with a body shot that sends Tucker's belly button to the back.
Ossman misses with a looping right.
Ossman misses with a double jab
and Tucker counters with a straight right hand.
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!
Ossman throws a lazy right hand but Tucker sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tucker looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tucker lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Ossman circles away quickly and effectively.
This is turning into a torrid day at the office for Ossman. He's trying desperately to land a takedown but he's failing miserably and getting slapped silly on the feet to compound his misery.
Ossman missing with a left hand there. Tucker was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ossman throws a poor cross that misses
and Tucker counters with a nice uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kayne Tucker showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Tucker staying out of range there.
Ossman throws a series of punches but Tucker moves out of range.
Tucker cracks Ossman with a good jab.
Ossman throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice jab there from Tucker.
Ossman has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tucker finds it's way round the side to connect with Ossman's head.
Tucker scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tucker lands the left hand.
Ossman throws a hook but Tucker avoids it easily.
Ossman throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tucker has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Tucker cracks Ossman with a good jab.
Tucker works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Ossman rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tucker counters with a straight right hand.
Donk. Tucker catches Ossman right on the button with a cross.#ROC2#Ossman is rocked!
A jab lands there for Tucker.
Oh Ossman is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Tucker connects with a crisp jab.
Ossman on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Tucker! Ossman is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:50 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kayne Tucker! |
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Event:
Churchill Ponders the Wanis
Date: Mar 08, 2025 |
#R1#
Vance will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Vance loads up on a big right hand but Ossman slips the punch.
Vance tries to clinch but Ossman moves away
and Ossman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A combination from Vance does no damage.
Ossman drops down looking for a counter takedown but Vance sprawls and moves away.#CL#
Ossman moves into the clinch successfully.
Ossman pushes off an throws an elbow but Vance leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Ossman effectively controlling the action here.
Ossman lands a body punch in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ossman doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch on the inside from Ossman fails to land.
Vance wants to break free but Ossman has control.
Ossman is looking for a takedown.
Ossman throws an elbow but it misses.
#T1#
Vance working hard to break the clinch.
Vance wants to break the clinch but can't.
Ossman is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ossman.
Ossman stalling in the clinch.
Ossman tries to work over Vance's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vance takes an elbow to the forehead. #CUT#It looks like Titus Vance has been cut.
A shot in the inside from Ossman.
Ossman slowing the pace effectively.
Ossman has Vance pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Vance manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marty Ossman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ossman is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Vance pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Ossman blocks an uppercut.
Ossman is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #BC2#
Vance escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T2#
Vance misses with a takedown attempt
and Ossman counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Vance wants to clinch.
Ossman is looking to counter the offense by Vance and move into the clinch.
Vance misses with the combination.
Vance tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Ossman counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Vance lands with a nice combination. Ossman backs away looking to recover.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ossman takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Vance misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#T3#
Vance fails with the takedown.
Ossman uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#TD#
Ossman darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Ossman sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Ossman prevents Vance from improving his position.
Ossman with the ground and pound but Vance uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Ossman looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T4#
Ossman scoring with punches to the head and body.
Ossman lands a couple of elbows.
Ossman working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Ossman throws a big elbow that misses.
Vance wants to stand up but Ossman is controlling him.
Ossman not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Vance wants to sweep but no luck.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ossman content to stall in guard here.
Vance utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Marty Ossman dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Titus Vance's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Vance tries to score a power double leg takedown but Ossman sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Vance somewhat.
Vance closes the distance looking to clinch
and Ossman counters with a stiff right hand.
Vance tries to close the distance and clinch but Ossman swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Ossman is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Vance.
Ossman uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Vance doesn't manage to clinch there - Ossman circles away.
#CL#
Ossman gets in close and instigates a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ossman dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Ossman wants a takedown but no success here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Vance. #T1#
Ossman manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Ossman lands a left hand that snaps the head of Vance backwards.
Ossman throws a head punch that misses.
Vance wants to get back to striking at distance but Ossman won't allow it.
Vance wants to break free but Ossman has control.
Vance lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Vance wants to break free but Ossman has control.
Ossman pushes Vance back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Vance is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Ossman lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A short right from Ossman on the inside.
Ossman looks to throw an elbow but misses. #T2#
Ossman lands on the inside with an uppercut. #TD#
Ossman wants the takedown. Vance is fighting it off but Ossman persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Vance's guard against the cage.
The fighters are working up against the cage. Vance manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Ossman is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Vance can do to turn this around?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ossman taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Ossman tries to work over Vance's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A shot in the inside from Ossman.
Ossman slowing the pace effectively.
Vance can't get the takedown.
Ossman wants a takedown but no success here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marty Ossman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ossman can't get the takedown.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Ossman's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with Ossman for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure.#T3#
Ossman throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Ossman wants to take the fight to the mat but Vance manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Vance has had enough of the clinch but Ossman keeps him there for the moment.
Ossman lands with a light punch inside.
Vance is looking to break free of the clinch but Ossman has double underhooks.
Vance is trying to pull guard but Ossman turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Ossman will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Vance up against the cage.#BC2#
Vance breaks from the clinch.
#T4#
A combination from Vance does no damage.
Vance shoots for a takedown but Ossman saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Ossman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vance lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#TD#
Ossman scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Well, if Ossman 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.
Ossman slips a nice elbow through Vance's hands, connecting with Vance's forehead.
Still in half guard, Ossman seems content to control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Marty Ossman dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Titus Vance's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Vance throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Marty Ossman is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Vance misses with a takedown attempt
and Ossman counters with a nice uppercut.
Vance pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ossman lands an overhand right.
The fighters circling - Vance throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Vance attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Vance fails with the takedown#CL#
and Ossman holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Ossman dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vance is trying to break the clinch but Ossman has him pressed against the cage. #T1#
Vance working hard to break the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Vance.
Ossman prevents Vance from breaking the clinch.
Ossman has Vance pressed against the cage, preventing Vance from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Marty Ossman has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Vance is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Marty Ossman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Titus Vance.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ossman. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Vance wants to get back to striking at distance but Ossman won't allow it.
Ossman keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Vance's efforts to push away.
Vance wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Ossman has him pressed against the cage.
A frustrated look appears on Vance's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Ossman avoiding damage.
#T3#
Vance is trying to break the clinch but Ossman has him pressed against the cage.
Vance can't get the takedown.
Vance prevents a body shot from Ossman.
Vance is trying to break the clinch but Ossman has him pressed against the cage.
Vance is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Ossman gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Vance has had enough of the clinch but Ossman keeps him there for the moment.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Vance has had enough of the clinch but Ossman keeps him there for the moment.
Vance working hard to break the clinch.
Vance misses with some punches.
Titus Vance has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Vance is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ossman on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Marty Ossman showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Ossman 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 William Gold scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:27
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Marty Ossman!
An intense looking Marty Ossman took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'I'M A PROBLEM! THE CEO OF EPO IS GOING TO THE TOP!!'. |
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Event:
Voscamp vs Sama the Weeb
Date: Feb 22, 2025 |
#R1#
A jab from Churchill does it's job there.
Ossman takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Some wild striking there from Churchill.
Ponder Churchill seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ossman misses the shot to the body.
Churchill misses with a jab, cross combination.
Churchill misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ossman was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Churchill closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Churchill connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Churchill misses with a lunging right hand
#CL#
and Ossman counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Churchill trying to stall but Ossman improves his position.
Ossman wants a takedown but no success here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ossman tries to work over Churchill's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Churchill gets underhooks to prevent Ossman's takedown attempt.
Ossman doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T1#
Churchill's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Ossman misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Churchill lands with a light punch inside.
Ossman will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Churchill up against the cage.
A bit of stalling here from Ossman.
Ossman is pushing Churchill up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Ossman keeps control of Churchill as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Ossman lands with a left to the head.
A nice left hand lands by Churchill.
Ossman softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Churchill lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T2#
Ossman working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Ossman swings wildly with an uppercut but Churchill uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Churchill breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Churchill digs a good hook to Ossman's body.
Ossman moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Churchill rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Ossman moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A combination from Churchill does no damage.
Churchill looks to land a combination but Ossman avoids it well.
Ossman is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Churchill.
Ossman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Churchill throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Churchill throws a body shot but no joy.
Ossman swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Churchill swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#CL#
and Ossman moves into the clinch.#T3#
Churchill is trying to maintain a safe position but Ossman gets an underhook and turns Churchill into the cage.
Ossman is looking to take this one to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Marty Ossman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Churchill trying to control the position but instead, Ossman has worked for underhooks and has pushed Churchill into the cage.
Ossman misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ossman content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Ossman tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Churchill breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Churchill bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Ossman's head backwards.
Churchill misses the body punch #CL#
and Ossman moves into the clinch.
Churchill blocks a body shot from Ossman.
Ossman content to slow the pace in the clinch.
A short uppercut from Ossman.
Good body shot from Churchill.
Churchill working hard to break the clinch.#T4#
Ossman lands a body punch. #TD#
Ossman has picked Churchill up - he's going for a ride! Ossman dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Well, if Ossman 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.
Churchill moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ossman controls from within his opponent's guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Churchill can do anything to dispel that myth.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ponder Churchill dominated that round.
That's time! Ossman's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Good shot there by Churchill.
Churchill has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL#
Ossman rushes Churchill and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Churchill prevents the takedown attempt.
Ossman slowing the pace effectively.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Churchill.
Ossman wants a takedown but no success here.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Churchill. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A shot in the inside from Churchill.
Ossman digs a right hand into Churchill's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Churchill's gas tank.
Ossman misses with a hook to the ribs.
#TD#
Ossman gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Churchill regains guard.
Churchill wants to get back to his feet but Ossman passes into half guard.
#T1##REVB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Ossman working Churchill over with strikes.
Ossman thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Nice strikes from Ossman there.
Ossman throwing shots but Churchill is blocking nicely.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Churchill is trying to maintain the position but Ossman is very close to passing his half guard.
Churchill looks like he's trying to stand up.
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. Ossman connects with a nice short shot to Churchill's temple. #T2#
Ossman sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Churchill defending well though.
Ossman thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Churchill's head.
Ossman keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Ossman missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Churchill really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Ossman. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Churchill is trying to control but Ossman manages to pass to mount!
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Ossman scoring with strikes but Churchill is staying in there.
Churchill is trying to escape the mount.
#T3#
Ossman misses with some ground and pound and Churchill recovers position to half guard.
Ossman controlling the action here.
Churchill manages to get to full guard.
#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Ossman looking to sit in guard and control but Churchill gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Churchill stopping the sweep attempt from Ossman.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Churchill throws a strike but Ossman rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Ossman throws a strike but Churchill rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Marty Ossman dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Churchill throws a jab when Ossman was well out of range.
Churchill goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
A looping hook to the body misses from Churchill. Ossman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Churchill connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A big left from Churchill misses.
Churchill lands with a straight right. Ossman didn't see that one coming.
Churchill fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Ossman on the side of the head.
Ossman fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Churchill manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Churchill catches Ossman with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Ponder Churchill seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Churchill slips a straight right by Ossman.
Churchill throws a series of punches but Ossman moves out of range.
Ossman is looking to counter punch.#T1#
Churchill misses with a looping left.
Churchill scores with a body shot.
Churchill takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Churchill lunges at Ossman with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Ossman's hand.
Ossman moves forwards but Churchill connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Churchill clobbers Ossman with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Churchill throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#CL#
and Ossman counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Ossman.
Ossman is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Ossman tries a body shot but Churchill blocks it.
Good body shot from Ossman.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #T2#
Churchill misses with a punch to the body.
Churchill trying to control the position but instead, Ossman has worked for underhooks and has pushed Churchill into the cage.
Ossman gets through Churchill's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Ossman lands with a short shot to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC2#
Churchill manages to break the clinch.
Churchill lands with a right hand.
Churchill throws a right hand that Ossman ducks under and follows up with a left that Ossman also avoids with ease.
Some wild striking there from Churchill.
Ossman was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ponder Churchill is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Churchill connects with the punch.
Marty Ossman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Ossman on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Churchill throws a right and a left that Ossman avoids nicely.
Churchill throws a series of strikes that have Ossman backpedaling.
Churchill fails to land with a series of punches.
Ossman swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Churchill throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Churchill.
Churchill connects with the punch.
Nice jab there from Churchill.
Churchill swings away with a body shot that misses
#CL#
and Ossman holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Ossman keeps control of Churchill as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #T4#
Ossman lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Churchill.
Churchill takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ossman is looking for a takedown.#BC2#
Churchill breaks from the clinch.
Churchill throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Ossman counters with a left to the body.
Churchill takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Ossman throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ossman misses with a wild combination.
Ponder Churchill is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A jab from Ossman misses.
Ossman throws a hook but Churchill blocks it.
Churchill lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Churchill.
Jab from Churchill.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ponder Churchill comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Churchill 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 James Atkins scores the fight for Ponder Churchill!
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight for Ponder Churchill!
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight for Ponder Churchill!
Ponder Churchill wins by unanimous decision!
Ponder Churchill was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 30, 2025 |
#R1##CL#
Baker has taken the fight to the clinch.
Baker tries a knee to the head but Ossman blocks it.
Baker being controlled against the cage.
Baker prevents a body shot from Ossman.
Ossman slowing the pace effectively.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baker goes for a takedown in the clinch but Ossman prevents it.
Ossman scores with a shoulder strike. #T1#
Ossman goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Baker is trying to break free.
Ossman doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A right hand to the body from Ossman.
A hook to the body from Ossman.
Ossman content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Baker tries to stall but Ossman uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
#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.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #TD2#
Ossman turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
The referee asks Ossman politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Ossman prefers to stall for the moment though.
Baker is looking to regain half guard here but Ossman keeps moving and retains side control. #T3#
A control attempt from Baker but he's now mounted!
Ossman content just to control the position here.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Ossman cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Baker wants to hold on but Ossman pushes him away.
Baker working to try and regain half guard.
#T4#
Ossman raining down shots from the mount!
Ossman controlling the position easily from mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Baker is working to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ossman content just to control the position here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Marty Ossman dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Baker ducks under a wild hook from Ossman.
Ossman throws a shot from downtown. Baker moves away and avoids it.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#CL2#
Baker tries to keep at a distance but Ossman has taken the fight into the clinch.
Baker wants a takedown but no success here.
Ossman lands a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Ossman turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Ossman manages to end up in side control.
Ossman really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Baker. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Baker taking punishment in the form of punches.
#T1#
Baker tries to bench press Ossman off him but Ossman keeps the position.
Baker is trying to get back to his feet.
Ossman just content to control the position.
Baker is trying to improve his position.
Baker managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Ossman.
Baker is looking for a sweep.
Ossman has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A lull in the action here as Ossman stalls from top position.#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.
Ossman's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Baker wants to control but Ossman postures up.
Baker is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Ossman controlling from side mount.
Ossman working the ground and pound from side control.#T3#
Ossman working away.
Baker is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Baker is trying to control but can't.
Baker gets back to full guard.
Baker wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Ossman sitting in guard, not really doing much. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL2#
Ossman clinches with his opponent.
#T4#
Ossman stalls.
Ossman lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Baker backwards.
Ossman struggles to land a body shot inside as Baker controls his hands.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ossman lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Baker is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Ossman is defending well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Marty Ossman showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Ossman looks for a takedown but Baker sprawls well.
Marty Ossman is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Baker moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Ossman throws a hook to the side of Baker's head but Baker sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#CL2#
Ossman clinches up with Baker and pushes him back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baker throws an elbow but it misses.
Baker pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#T1##TD2#
Ossman has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Baker is trying to keep an underhook but Ossman manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Baker pushes Ossman off and gets back to his feet.
Baker misses with a combination
#CL2#
and Ossman holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Ossman lands a body punch.
Ossman tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Baker's elbow.
Ossman on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
#T2#
Ossman lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Ossman taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD2#
Ossman gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Baker regains guard.
Baker is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ossman not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
More stalling from Ossman.#T3#
Baker not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB#
Baker is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Ossman 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 is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#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.
Baker throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
enabling Ossman to counter with a crisp jab.
A big right from Ossman misses. #CL2#
Ossman takes the fight into the clinch.
Baker looking for a takedown.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A hook to the body from Ossman.
And that's the end of the fight!
Marty Ossman comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Ossman has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Marty Ossman!
Post fight, an emotional Marty Ossman said 'I'M A PROBLEM! THE CEO OF EPO IS GOING TO THE TOP!!'. |
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