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Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary
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Event:
SSKT VIII
Date: Dec 11, 2023 |
#R1# KT tries to land a leg kick but Drew saw it coming and moves away.
KT tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Drew lands a nice looking body shot.
Drew scores with a hook to the body. KT takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Drew lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Drew. Nice uppercut lands for Drew. That snapped KT's head back.
Drew blocks the body kick.
KT takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. KT throws out a leg kick but Drew moves out of range and KT only half commits. Drew moves out of range as KT strikes. Drew misses with a series of wild punches.
KT was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. Drew lunges at KT with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by KT's hand. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Drew scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. KT throws a body kick that misses. KT throws a half hearted mid kick. KT closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Drew takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Drew lands a leg kick that knocks KT off balance momentarily. Drew lands with an uppercut that bounces KT off the ropes and back into range. Wow, both these guys are really going for it! KT takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T1# Drew works KT's body with a nice hook. Drew scores with a punch to the head. A leg kick checked by Drew. Drew fails to land with a series of punches.
Drew lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Drew punishes KT's body with a nice straight punch. Drew wants to slow KT down by chopping away at his legs. Drew scores with a jab to the body. Drew scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Drew is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range. Drew digs a good body shot into KT's ribs. Nice body kick from KT. Nice body punch from Drew. This has been an exciting period of action! A shot to the liver by Drew. Beautiful body shot. Drew looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio. Drew throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent KT stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Nice body punch from Drew. Drew scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. A bone on bone clash there as Drew blocks the leg kick.
Rick Drew seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Drew blocks the body kick.
KT shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T2# KT takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Drew blocks a head kick by KT.
KT takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Drew is looking to score with low kicks. KT was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. KT throws a sloppy head kick and Drew moves out of range easily. KT looks winded! KT throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. KT walks into a stiff left hand from Drew. KT throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Drew counters with a straight punch to the midsection. Drew lands a slapping body shot.
Drew is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches. KT misses with a body kick. Drew takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Drew changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. KT gets off balance looking for a body kick and Drew counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. KT walks into a stiff left hand from Drew. Drew is really peppering his opponent's head with punches. KT throws a push kick but Drew slaps the foot to one side. As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action. Drew lands a nice looking body shot.
KT takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt. Drew scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. KT throws a half hearted mid kick. Drew lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but KT circles away quickly and effectively. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Rick Drew dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2# Drew's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Drew duly obliges. Drew throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Drew avoids the head kick by KT.
Drew appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. KT throws a push kick but Drew slaps the foot to one side. Drew comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Drew checks the leg kick. Drew scores with a hook to the body. KT takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Drew digs a good hook to KT's body.
Drew moves out of range of the body kick. Drew lands a jab to the nose. Drew jabs at KT's body. Drew lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
This has been an exciting period of action! Drew lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
A low kick from KT misses and Drew counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Drew lands a head shot. KT is breathing heavily. Drew scores with a jab to the jaw. KT takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Drew moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body. Drew uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. KT throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. A counter left hand to the body from Drew misses its target.#T1# KT throws a leg kick and Drew connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. KT takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Drew connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Drew checks the leg kick. Drew appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. Drew lands a nice looking body shot.
Drew connects with a body shot that sends KT's belly button to the back. KT doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Drew wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Drew changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. An inside leg kick lands from Drew. KT looks to score with a jab to the body but Drew is just out of range. KT lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Drew scores with a body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Drew lands a nice hook to KT's body. KT takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. KT throws a wild body kick that Drew sees coming a mile off. Drew cracks KT with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes. Drew is looking to wear down KT with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. KT's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Drew connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! KT scrambles back to his feet. KT takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Drew throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T2# Drew fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. KT looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Drew scores with a nice right hand.
Drew lands a straight punch to the body, keeping KT at a distance.
Drew lands with a straight right. KT didn't see that one coming. A jab from Drew finds it's way through KT's defenses. Drew connects with a single shot there. KT takes a body punch but keeps moving. The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as KT checks a leg kick. KT throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. KT throws out a leg kick but Drew moves out of range and KT only half commits. Drew tried to score with a low kick but KT checks it. Drew lands a nice hook to KT's body. KT takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. KT throws out a leg kick but Drew moves out of range and KT only half commits. Drew throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action! Drew goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo. KT with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Drew to score with a decent uppercut. Drew digs a good hook to KT's body.
Drew jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
KT misses with a body kick. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Rick Drew dominated that second round. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3# KT throws a wild body kick that Drew sees coming a mile off. Drew lands a nice shot that snaps KT's head back.
A head kick misses from KT. Drew checks a leg kick nicely. Drew connects with a body shot that sends KT's belly button to the back. Drew moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body. KT has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Drew moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Drew fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. KT looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. KT throws the kick towards the body but Drew avoids it. Drew jabs at KT's body. Drew scores with a jab to the jaw. Good work by Drew as he checks the leg kick. KT tries to move into range but Drew moves to the side and lands with a nice 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! The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Drew connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. KT takes one on the button. Drew digs a good hook to KT's body.
A lazy left from Drew finds it's target. KT takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Drew lands a jab-cross combination. KT on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Jab, jab by Drew - just one landing. #T1# Drew walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. KT checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. And KT responds with a good body kick, but Drew manages to step out the way in time. Drew misses with a wild body shot. Drew scores with a body shot.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from KT lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Drew has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Drew and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Drew blocks a head kick by KT.
It looked like Drew wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Drew stuns KT with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Drew lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Rick Drew is winning the standup battle so far. Drew scores with a body shot.
KT throws a half hearted mid kick. Drew wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Drew works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Drew throws a shot to the body.
Drew lands a jab. Drew jabs KT to the body, keeping him at a distance. This has been an exciting period of action! KT tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Drew avoids a kick to the body.
Drew cracks KT with a right hand to the side of the head.#T2# Drew throws out a powerful jab. Drew lands a body shot.
Drew jabs KT to the body, keeping him at a distance. KT tries to land a leg kick but Drew saw it coming and moves away.
Drew throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Drew swings away with a leg kick that misses. Drew throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Drew keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It looked like Drew was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from KT. The crowd cheers as Drew lands an impressive looking overhand right. KT doesn't seem phased though. Drew connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Drew checks a leg kick. KT has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Drew finds it's way round the side to connect with KT's head. Left hook, right uppercut from Drew. Drew lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action. Drew shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. KT eats them both and turns towards Drew to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo. Drew moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination. Drew thuds his right hand into KT's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
And that's the end of the fight! Rick Drew showed his dominance in that final round. Well Drew 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 Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 30:27 Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 30:27 Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rick Drew! |
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Event:
TOF 59
Date: Dec 09, 2023 |
#R1# Sixteen misses with a hook. Sixteen throws a head kick but Patron moves out of range.
Patron avoids the head kick by Sixteen.
Patron checks a leg kick. Patron digs a good hook to Sixteen's body.
Sixteen looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Good leg kick by Sixteen. Patron misses with a body shot.
Sixteen misses with a leg kick. Patron fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sixteen manages to avoid it. Patron works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Patron dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Sixteen takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt. Sixteen shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Sixteen throws a head kick that misses. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Sixteen throws an overhand right that lands on Patron's shoulder, as Patron tries to avoid the shot. Sixteen throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Sixteen is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Sixteen misses with a head kick.
#T1# Sixteen walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Patron thuds a left hand into Sixteen's body. Sixteen walks into a jab. Patron thuds a left hand into Sixteen's body. Patron connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Sixteen misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Patron sizes up Sixteen with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Patron lands with an uppercut that bounces Sixteen off the cage and back into range. Patron blocks a head kick by Sixteen.
Patron scores with a hook to the body. Sixteen takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Patron is really peppering his opponent's head with punches. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Sixteen misses the shot to the body. Sixteen attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Sixteen misses with a body kick. Fiya Patron seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Patron fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Sixteen looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Sixteen goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Sixteen buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
The crowd cheers as Patron lands an impressive looking overhand right. Sixteen doesn't seem phased though.#T2# Sixteen looks to land a body kick but Patron moved away. Sixteen throws a sloppy head kick and Patron moves out of range easily. A counter left hand to the body from Patron misses its target. Sixteen throws a sloppy head kick and Patron moves out of range easily. It looks like Patron has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him. Patron punishes Sixteen's body with a nice straight punch. Patron digs a good hook to Sixteen's body.
Patron connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Sixteen momentarily.
Patron lands a body shot.
Patron avoids the head kick by Sixteen.
Sixteen takes a shot right to the bread basket. Patron lands with an overhand left. Patron misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sixteen.
Patron lands a slapping body shot.
Sixteen takes a body punch but keeps moving. Sixteen goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Sixteen misses with a kick to the body.
Patron wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T3# Sixteen throws a half hearted mid kick. Patron scores with a decent looking hook. Patron dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Sixteen takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Patron connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Sixteen throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Sixteen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Sixteen looks to throw a body kick and Patron counters with a straight right hand. Patron connects with a body shot that sends Sixteen's belly button to the back. Sixteen looks winded! Patron lands with an overhand left. Sixteen walks into a left hand. This has been an exciting period of action! Sixteen looks to land a body kick but Patron moved away. Patron swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. Patron scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Sixteen doesn't seem bothered though. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Patron, as that shot connected.
Sixteen will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Patron fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#T4# Sixteen takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Patron misses the shot to the body. Sixteen throws a fast counter high kick but Patron manages to duck under it in time. Sixteen gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Patron. Patron jabs Sixteen to the body, keeping him at a distance. Sixteen takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Patron connects with a good right hand that stumbles Sixteen. Sixteen circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Sixteen pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Patron is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches. Patron with a body punch. A glancing blow. Patron closes the distance and lands a one-two. Sixteen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Sixteen throws a head kick that misses. Patron lands a jab to the nose. Nice body punch from Patron. Sixteen misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sixteen throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Patron scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T5# Patron lands an overhand right. A cross from Patron lands. Patron cracks Sixteen with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#ROC#Sixteen is rocked! Patron lands a nice shot to the body.
Sixteen takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Patron lands a slapping body shot.
Patron is looking to wear down Sixteen with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. Sixteen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Patron blocks a head kick by Sixteen.
Patron lands a body shot.
Patron scores with a sloppy right hand. Sixteen should have avoided that one. A shot to the liver by Patron. Beautiful body shot. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL# Patron clinches up against the cage. A right handed body shot lands from Patron.
Sixteen tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Patron smiles and moves away.
Patron swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sixteen is looking for the big counter here. Sixteen takes one to the chin there.#T6# Patron wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Patron scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Sixteen pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Patron dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Sixteen has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Patron finds it's way round the side to connect with Sixteen's head. Patron digs a good hook to Sixteen's body.
Patron uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Sixteen has time to react. Sixteen throws a head kick but Patron moves out of range.
Patron swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Sixteen. Sixteen is still on wobbly legs! Can Patron finish him? Patron scores with a crisp jab that stopped Sixteen in his tracks. Patron connects with the punch. Patron scores with a jab to the body. Patron lands a body shot.
Sixteen throws a head kick that misses. Sixteen has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Patron lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Patron throws an overhand right that drops Sixteen like a sack of potatoes! Patron dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Fiya Patron! |
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Event:
WVT 194: Siale v Jiang
Date: Dec 08, 2023 |
#R1# Wheeler slips under a jab. Voin with a lazy takedown attempt and Wheeler counters with a lovely straight right hand! Wheeler avoids a punch combination nicely.
Voin takes a body punch but keeps moving. Wheeler jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#CUT#It looks like Zima Voin has been cut. A clash of legs there as Wheeler blocks the low kick. It looked like Wheeler was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit. Voin fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Wheeler on the side of the head.#CL2# Voin has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD# Wheeler decides to pull guard. Voin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wheeler is keeping the position for now. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Wheeler lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T1# Wheeler wants to control from the top but Voin keeps moving. Voin pulls Wheeler in close to his closed guard and prevents Wheeler from doing any damage or advancing position. Voin 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. Voin pulls Wheeler in close to prevent any damage. Wheeler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Wheeler is working hard here to advance position. Voin wants to sweep here but Wheeler controlling him for the moment. Wheeler looking to pass the guard. If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup. Voin managing to control the position. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3# Wheeler connects with a good right hand that stumbles Voin. Voin circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Voin tries to clinch but Wheeler moves out of range. #CL2# Voin clinches with his opponent.
#TD# Wheeler pulls Voin into guard.
#SUB# Voin got a little sloppy there for a moment and Wheeler has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Voin has managed to get both his arms back between Wheeler's legs - danger averted. Wheeler lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR# Wheeler looking to pass the guard. Wheeler works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T4# Voin wants to get back to full guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Voin controlling the position for now. Voin won't allow Wheeler to pass to mount. Voin makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Voin. Wheeler looking to sit in guard and control but Voin gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB# The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Wheeler looking to control.
#SUB# Wheeler throws his legs up looking for a submission but Voin uses it to pass to side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Rylan Wheeler dominated that round. The cut man is working on Zima Voin's cut. That's time! Wheeler's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2# Voin misses with a lunging right hand
and Wheeler counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. Wheeler is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Voin can do to turn this around? Voin tries to clinch but Wheeler moves away and Wheeler counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Voin thinking. Wheeler looks to score with a jab to the body but Voin is just out of range. Voin on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Voin throws a lazy uppercut
and Wheeler counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. A big left from Wheeler misses. Voin drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Wheeler defends it well.#CL2# Voin closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2# Voin manages to break the clinch.
Voin jabs Wheeler right on the nose. Wheeler blinks but takes it well. Zima Voin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Wheeler circles away from the clinch attempt.
Wheeler tries a head kick but it misses.
Nice body punch from Voin. Wheeler blocks a jab. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Voin is looking to clinch but Wheeler is avoiding it.
Wheeler went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#T1# Voin with a body punch. A glancing blow. Voin tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Wheeler paws at him with a jab and circles away. Wheeler is looking to counter with a shot to the body. Voin fails with the takedown and Wheeler counters with a nice body shot. Voin tries to clinch there but Wheeler circles away.
Rylan Wheeler is winning the standup battle so far. Voin fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Wheeler displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. Wheeler keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Rylan Wheeler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zima Voin. Wheeler's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Voin connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Wheeler scrambles back to his feet.#T2# Voin tries to move into range but Wheeler moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Voin swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Voin is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Wheeler. Wheeler throws a series of punches but Voin avoids them all with ease. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Wheeler looks to land a body kick but Voin moved away.#CL2# Voin gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD# Wheeler has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Voin uses from the top position. #SUB# Wheeler has an active guard here but Voin has managed to pass into half guard.
Wheeler is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Cant Lose MMA, so we'll see if he gets out of it. Voin looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. Wheeler wants to control but Voin is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T3##SUB# Wheeler looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Voin tries to pass the half guard into mount. Wheeler knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB# Wheeler looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Voin pushes past his half guard into mount! Voin controlling from mount. #T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Wheeler is trying desperately to improve position. Voin controlling the pace for now. Voin can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Wheeler is looking to escape. Voin with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Rylan Wheeler will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Zima Voin's cut. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3# Wheeler scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#CL2# Voin clinches up with Wheeler and pushes him back against the cage.#TD2# Voin has picked Wheeler up - he's going for a ride! Voin dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.#SUB# Wheeler is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Voin pulls his head out easily. #SUB# Wheeler looking for submissions off his back.#SUB# Wheeler looking for a kimura from the bottom but Voin passes into side control! We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Wheeler is looking for a sweep.#T1# You can see the frustration on Wheeler's face as Voin controls the position. Wheeler can't do much from the bottom here. Wheeler sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard. Voin is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Wheeler is trying to reverse the position but instead Voin has taken his back - oops! Zima Voin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Let's hope that Voin 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. I really don't envy Wheeler right now.
Voin is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. I really don't envy Wheeler right now.
#T3# Wheeler trying to control the position but Voin manages to sink in the hooks. Voin keeps control of the position as Wheeler tries to break free.
#SUB2# Wheeler showing good submission defense here.
Wheeler wants to escape the position.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
#T4# Voin is continuing to stall. Wheeler trying to control but not successfully. Voin has the hooks in. Wheeler is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Rylan Wheeler is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
And that's the end of the fight! Zima Voin comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Wheeler has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28 Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28 Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rylan Wheeler! Rylan Wheeler took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Stoner's Killer Apparel for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
WVT 191: Le Franc v Thib Jr 2
Date: Dec 01, 2023 |
#R1# A looping hook to the body misses from Sixteen. Knights does a little dance to reset his feet. Knights fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
We've been told by Knights's head coaches at DF Fitnesscentrum that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight. Knights throws a body kick that misses. Knights punishes Sixteen's body with a nice straight punch. Good exchange - Knights coming out on top. Sixteen tries to clinch but Knights moves away and Knights counters with a straight right hand. Knights throws a body punch but Sixteen moves out of range. Age Sixteen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Knights takes a swing at Sixteen's ribcage but misses. Knights lands with a hook. Sixteen tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. Sixteen is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#CL2# Sixteen has managed to clinch.
Sixteen throws a head punch that misses. Knights lands a left hand.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Sixteen obliges. This has been an exciting period of action! Knights lands with a left to the head. Sixteen blocking some punches.
Sixteen looking to throw knees to the head but Knights is blocking nicely.
Sixteen can't find room to land a body shot as Knights controls the action.
Sixteen fails to pull guard.
Sixteen looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T1# Knights lands a shot to the body. Knights lands on the inside with an uppercut. Sixteen manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Sixteen connects with a knee to the head.
Sixteen taking a breather. Sixteen has Knights pressed against the cage, preventing Knights from circling away and getting back to striking at range. A body shot lands from Knights.
Sixteen with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Nightey Knights has been cut. Sixteen tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Knights lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Knights blocks a body shot from Sixteen. Knights makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. A nice left hand lands by Knights.
Sixteen is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. Sixteen blocks an uppercut.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Sixteen. Sixteen lands a knee to the head.
#T2# Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! A quick uppercut on the inside from Knights. Knights lands a right hand that snaps the head of Sixteen backwards. Sixteen can't find room to land a body shot as Knights controls the action.
Sixteen doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Knights can't find room to land a body shot as Sixteen controls the action.
The referee calls for Sixteen to work.
Knights lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Sixteen backwards. Knights scores with a shoulder strike. Sixteen with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Sixteen tries to throw a body punch but Knights avoids it by throwing Sixteen back against the cage. Knights lands a body shot in the clinch.
Sixteen throws an elbow but it misses.
Knights lands a right hand that snaps the head of Sixteen backwards. Sixteen connects with a nasty looking knee right to Knights's face.
#BC2# Sixteen manages to break the clinch.
Nice straight punches there by Knights. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Knights. Sixteen tries to clinch up and Knights counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T3# Sixteen takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Sixteen tries to clinch but Knights moves out of range. Sixteen tries to close the distance and clinch but Knights swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Sixteen looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Knights. Sixteen throws out a loose jab but Knights uses good head movement to avoid it. A big left from Sixteen misses. Knights punishes Sixteen's body with a nice straight punch.#CL2# Sixteen clinches up with Knights and pushes him back against the cage. Knights can't find room to land a body shot as Sixteen controls the action.
Knights is trying to break free. Knights goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A nice right hand lands inside from Knights. Knights lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Knights is leaning against Sixteen and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Sixteen misses with a body punch.
Knights can't find room to land a body shot as Sixteen controls the action.
Sixteen fails to pull guard.
Sixteen keeps control of Knights as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #T4# Sixteen has a couple of punches blocked by Knights.
Knights presses Sixteen against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. A head punch blocked on the inside by Sixteen. Sixteen utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body. Sixteen is looking to control Knights's arms but Knights gets an underhook and turns him. Now Sixteen has his back to the cage. A short right from Knights on the inside. Knights can't find room to land a body shot as Sixteen controls the action.
Knights gets through Sixteen's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Knights lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC# Knights breaks from the clinch.
Knights misses with a jab, cross combination.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Sixteen. Sixteen misses with a leg kick letting Knights counter with a right hand. Knights jabs Sixteen to the body, keeping him at a distance. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Sixteen on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Knights scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Knights jabs Sixteen to the body, keeping him at a distance.#CL2# Sixteen fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Knights, pushing him back against the cage. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nightey Knights dominated that round. The cut man is working on Nightey Knights's cut. 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# Sixteen doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Knights blocks a leg kick. It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Knights here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man. Sixteen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Knights circles away from the clinch attempt.
Knights circles away from the clinch attempt.
Sixteen moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Knights smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Sixteen misses with a leg kick. Sixteen moves in looking to clinch but Knights pushes him off. Knights lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Sixteen darts in trying to clinch and Knights counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Sixteen tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Knights paws at him with a jab and circles away. Sixteen falls off balance throwing a combination
and Knights counters with a one-two to the body. This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2# Knights tries to keep at a distance but Sixteen has taken the fight into the clinch. Sixteen misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T1# With the fighters clinched against the cage, Knights creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. A nice right hand lands inside from Knights. Knights misses with a short punch on the inside. Sixteen lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Knights or not. Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Sixteen. Sixteen's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Knights scores with an uppercut up the middle. Knights avoiding damage as Sixteen throws knees to the body.
Knights lands a body punch. Knights swings wildly with an uppercut but Sixteen uses good head movement to avoid it. Sixteen will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Knights up against the cage. Knights lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Knights lands with a light punch inside. #ROC#Sixteen is rocked! Knights managing to block the knees to the body from Sixteen.
Sixteen is still on wobbly legs! Can Knights finish him? Sixteen is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Sixteen pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage. Nightey Knights has scored more points in the clinch so far. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Sixteen throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Knights blocks it with crossed arms. Sixteen seems to have recovered his senses.#T2# Sixteen scores with a shoulder strike. Knights lands a body shot in the clinch.
Knights tries to throw a body punch but Sixteen avoids it by throwing Knights back against the cage. Knights lands a hook that snaps the head of Sixteen backwards. Sixteen's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Knights struggles to land a body shot inside as Sixteen controls his hands.
Sixteen throws an elbow but it misses.
Sixteen misses with a knee to the head. Both guys are working to get underhooks. Knights lands a nice uppercut. Knights lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Sixteen or not. Nice body punch from Knights - that landed with a thud.
A nice right hand lands inside from Knights. Sixteen prevents Knights from breaking the clinch. Knights lands a nice shot to the body. A nice right hand lands inside from Knights. Sixteen is looking for a takedown. Knights blocks an elbow strike. Sixteen throws a knee to the head but misses.
Knights lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Sixteen or not. Sixteen is breathing heavily.#T3# Knights struggles to land a body shot inside as Sixteen controls his hands.
A short left from Knights. Knights lands a hook to the side of the head. Sixteen misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Knights.
Knights misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sixteen throws a knee to the head but misses.
A short body shot lands from Knights as the two fighters clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Knights. Knights presses Sixteen against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Sixteen tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Knights lands with a left to the head. Sixteen is looking to control Knights's arms but Knights gets an underhook and turns him. Now Sixteen has his back to the cage. Sixteen keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Knights's efforts to push away. Sixteen with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Sixteen struggles to land a body shot inside as Knights controls his hands.
Knights lands a right hand that snaps the head of Sixteen backwards. A nice left hand lands by Knights.
Sixteen tries a knee to the head but Knights blocks it.
Knights is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sixteen can do to turn this around? 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! Sixteen using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
#T4# Sixteen misses with a knee to the head. Sixteen prevents a body shot from Knights. Knights scores with a nice hook to the head. Sixteen tries a body shot but Knights blocks it.
Sixteen throws an elbow but it misses.
Sixteen tries a knee to the head but Knights blocks it.
A short right from Knights on the inside. Knights lands a body punch. Sixteen takes a shot to the head. Knights misses with a body punch.
Sixteen's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! A short right from Knights on the inside. Knights dips a shoulder and cracks Sixteen with a mighty uppercut! Sixteen falls back against the cage and Knights unloads with a barrage of strikes! Sixteen is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Knights screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:48 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nightey Knights! Nightey Knights tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool. |
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Event:
WVT 190: Logan v Assndrop
Date: Nov 25, 2023 |
#R1##TD# Sanchez is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Brillo's half guard. Brillo wants to improve his position but Sanchez is controlling well.
Brillo is trying to maintain the position but Sanchez is very close to passing his half guard. Brillo won't allow Sanchez to pass to mount. We've been hearing good reports from Sanchez's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today. Sanchez content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. Brillo flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Sanchez is looking to take a break and control but Brillo is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Brillo lands with a few short shots to the body. Brillo moves into full guard.
Sanchez controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T1# Sanchez stands and throws Brillo's legs to the side, diving into side control. Brillo is positioning himself to get back to half guard. Sanchez passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Brillo! Sanchez can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Brillo is looking to escape. #T2# The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Sanchez looking to control and managing it successfully. Sanchez tries to control but Brillo wriggling away. #SUB# Sanchez goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Brillo is on top in guard.
Brillo with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Brillo landing with the ground and pound. #T3# Brillo connects with a couple of short punches. Brillo scoring with some ground and pound. Brillo preventing the sweep. Sanchez lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR# Sanchez forces his way into half guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Brillo wants to improve his position but Sanchez is controlling well.
Sanchez moves into full mount! Brillo won't be happy about that! Brillo has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it. Sanchez looking to control but Brillo is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T4# Brillo tries to reverse the position but Sanchez maintains control. Sanchez looking to control but Brillo is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Brillo is looking to improve his position but Sanchez isn't that keen on the idea. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jesus Sanchez dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##TD# Sanchez closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Brillo to the mat! Brillo manages to get full guard. Sanchez is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position. Sanchez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Brillo swivels though and keeps the full guard. Sanchez is working hard here to advance position. Sanchez is pushing down on Brillo's leg trying to pass to half guard. Brillo is fighting to maintain full guard but Sanchez has managed to sneak the leg through. Sanchez prevents Brillo from improving his position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sanchez trying to pass the guard but Brillo defending well. Sanchez frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Sanchez trying to control but Brillo is having none of it. #T1# Brillo 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. Sanchez works his way into side control. Sanchez laying and praying for a moment but Brillo takes advantage and regains half guard. Brillo is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Sanchez jumps into side control! Brillo is not content to let Sanchez control the position. Brillo is trying to get back to half guard.#T2# Brillo can't do much from the bottom here. Sanchez wants to lay and pray for a moment but Brillo keeps working. Sanchez works to advance to full mount. Brillo defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. #SUB# Sanchez goes for an armbar but Brillo turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Brillo. #SUB# Sanchez looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Brillo throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Sanchez works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T3# Brillo distracts Sanchez with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm. Sanchez keeping moving, preventing Brillo from controlling successfully. #SUB# Sanchez is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Brillo defends well. Hammerfist, elbow! yells Brillo's corner. There ya go! There ya go! Brillo stopping the sweep attempt from Sanchez. Brillo works over Sanchez with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB# Sanchez had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Brillo defends it easily. Sanchez 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. Brillo wants to control from the top but Sanchez keeps moving. Sanchez trying to control the position.
#T4##SUB# Sanchez working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Brillo doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Brillo manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Brillo lands a couple of digs. Brillo scores with a decent looking elbow strike. Brillo landing with the ground and pound. Sanchez working a defensive guard here.
Brillo is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB# Sanchez is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Brillo is working Sanchez over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Jesus Sanchez will probably get the nod. 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# A combination from Brillo does no damage. #TD# Sanchez scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Brillo is looking for a sweep. Sanchez trying to control the action but Brillo is working from the bottom. Sanchez tries to move to mount but Brillo blocks the move with his legs. Brillo sneaks back into half guard. Brillo makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Brillo. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sanchez advances to half guard. Sanchez is trying to control. Brillo wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Sanchez is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Brillo can do to turn this around?#T1# Brillo misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Sanchez trying to pass the guard but Brillo defending well. #SUB# Sanchez is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Brillo is just riding it out for now. Sanchez eventually gives up the hold. Brillo tries to get to full guard but Sanchez has control of the leg. Brillo wants to control but Sanchez is keeping busy and won't allow it. Sanchez is looking to pass Brillo's guard but actually Brillo recovers to full guard. Amarillo Brillo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Sanchez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Sanchez preventing the sweep. Sanchez advances position into side control! Brillo is positioning himself to get back to half guard. Brillo is not content to let Sanchez control the position. Brillo manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Sanchez is not content to let Brillo control the position.#T3# Sanchez tries to get to full guard but Brillo has control of the leg. Sanchez taking some punishment here, with Brillo in his half guard. Brillo is thwarting Sanchez's attempts to control the position. Nice strikes from Brillo there. Brillo is trying to control the action in half guard but Sanchez is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. Brillo is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. Sanchez wants to get back to full guard. Sanchez keeping hold of Brillo's head, controlling as best he can. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Brillo lands a nice short elbow.#T4# Sanchez is looking for a sweep. Brillo is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Brillo lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. The fighters are battling for position here. Sanchez manages to regain full guard. Nice work. Jesus Sanchez overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Brillo connects with a couple of short punches. Brillo working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Brillo is working Sanchez over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. Brillo chips away with some ground and pound. Brillo with a flurry of punches that miss. Brillo scores with a decent looking elbow strike. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Sanchez tries to land a sweep but no joy. Brillo scoring with some ground and pound. Jesus Sanchez is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Brillo cracks Sanchez with a solid left hand.
And that's the end of the fight! Amarillo Brillo comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Sanchez has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. 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 Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 29:28 Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 29:28 Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jesus Sanchez! Jesus Sanchez 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:
DMMA 262 The Real Deal
Date: Nov 19, 2023 |
#R1# Tzeng tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Cruz defends well and Tzeng ends up having to push Cruz into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Cruz feinted with a counter takedown.#TD# Cruz throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Tzeng tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Cruz is in Tzeng's guard. Cruz controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB2# Tzeng looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Tzeng keeping moving, preventing Cruz from controlling successfully. #SUB2# Tzeng looking for a guillotine here but Cruz defends easily.
#SUB2# Tzeng is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Cruz wants to control from the top but Tzeng keeps moving. #SUB2# Tzeng is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Cruz is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2# Tzeng is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2# Cruz got a little sloppy there for a moment and Tzeng has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Cruz has managed to get both his arms back between Tzeng's legs - danger averted.#T1# Tzeng keeping moving, preventing Cruz from controlling successfully. Cruz content to stall in guard here. We've been hearing good reports from Cruz's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB2# Tzeng is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Cruz is aware though and is defending well.#SUB# Cruz drops back for a leg here. A bit of a high risk move... He's looking for a kneebar by the looks of things. Now both of them are looking for submissions. Cruz seems to have locked his on tight now - Tzeng screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Cruz, as he picks up the win!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Darian Cruz! After winning the bout, Darian Cruz 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:
SSKT VI
Date: Nov 13, 2023 |
#R1# KT misses with a low kick as Berlioz jumps back. KT throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body. KT misses with a head kick.
KT sets himself, and Berlioz steps forward looking for the clinch! KT avoids it this time. Berlioz blocks a head kick by KT.
KT tries to land a leg kick but Berlioz saw it coming and moves away.
Berlioz thuds his shin into the meat of KT's side. Berlioz feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits KTs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! KT misses with a body kick. KT takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Good standup being displayed there by Berlioz as he connects with a hook. Berlioz connects with the punch. KT throws a head kick that misses. Berlioz steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from KT. KT tried to score with a low kick but Berlioz checks it. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! KT throws a head kick but Berlioz moves out of range.
KT throws a nice outside leg kick. KT fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Berlioz is out of range. KT misses with a head kick.
Berlioz connects with a jab.#T1# KT misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nice uppercut there from Berlioz.#CUT2#It looks like Android KT has been cut.#CL2# Berlioz moves into the clinch. Berlioz gets through KT's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. KT has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. Berlioz prevents KT from breaking the clinch. KT is trying to break free. KT wants to get back to striking at distance but Berlioz won't allow it.
I was talking to KT's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight. Berlioz keeps the fight in the clinch, despite KT's efforts to push away. Berlioz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
KT wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Berlioz lands on the inside with an uppercut. Berlioz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Berlioz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Berlioz lands a nice uppercut. Berlioz lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T2##BC# KT breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
KT pivots, looking for a leg kick but Berlioz is out of range and KT settles back down. KT throws a leg kick and Berlioz counters with an inside leg kick. KT has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Berlioz. Android KT seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Berlioz sizes up KT with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Berlioz has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off. Berlioz goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Berlioz lands a jab. Berlioz blocks a head kick by KT.
KT throws a body kick despite being completely out of range and Berlioz counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. KT throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. KT takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Berlioz is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! KT had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush. KT motions for Berlioz to come forward. KT throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Berlioz lands a straight punch to the body, keeping KT at a distance.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Berlioz lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. Berlioz takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
KT tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. KT takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Hector Berlioz dominated that round. The cut man is working on Android KT's cut. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2# Berlioz explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work. KT throws a body shot but no joy. KT walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Berlioz checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Berlioz connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Berlioz works over KT's head and body with a nice combination. A solid body kick from KT. A cross from Berlioz lands.#CL2# Berlioz forces KT back against the ropes and clinches.#BC# KT breaks from the clinch.
KT misses with a head kick.
Berlioz moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. 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!#CL2# Berlioz has KT up against the ropes in a clinch.
KT pushes off an throws an elbow but Berlioz leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes. KT has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. A quick uppercut on the inside from Berlioz. #BC2# Berlioz's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T1# KT misses with an attempted mid kick.
Hector Berlioz seems to be getting the better of the standup. Berlioz digs a good body shot into KT's ribs. Berlioz fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A head kick misses from KT. A nice side step and Berlioz releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. KT throws a leg kick and Berlioz counters with a stiff right hand. KT throws a leg kick that is checked#CL2# and Berlioz counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Berlioz. Berlioz keeps control of KT as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. Berlioz tries to work over KT's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. KT has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. Berlioz lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #BC2# Berlioz breaks the clinch.
Berlioz scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Berlioz has been the more effective fighter overall so far. KT takes one on the button. Berlioz connects with a nice looking jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Berlioz lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. KT misses with the body kick and Berlioz counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T2# KT looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A shot to the liver by Berlioz. Beautiful body shot. Berlioz displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as KT throws out the jab. KT misses with a head kick.
KT looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Berlioz flicks out a counter leg kick but KT steps away. KT throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. Berlioz ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. A leg kick checked by Berlioz. Berlioz works KT's body with a nice hook. KT looks to land a body kick but Berlioz moved away. Berlioz closes the distance and lands a one-two. Berlioz lands a slapping body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Berlioz cracks KT with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. KT ducks right into an uppercut from Berlioz. Berlioz connects with a body shot.#CL2# Berlioz pushes KT up against the ropes in a clinch. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Hector Berlioz showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Android KT's cut. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3# Berlioz chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Hector Berlioz is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. KT fakes the leg kick and cracks Berlioz in the body. Berlioz blocks the body kick.
KT gets off balance looking for a body kick and Berlioz counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. KT throws a sloppy head kick and Berlioz moves out of range easily. It seemed like Berlioz was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Berlioz scores with a nice strike. Berlioz tries to work over KT's front leg with a kick but KT checks it. Berlioz lands a jab to the nose. Berlioz works the jab nicely. KT looks for the body kick but Berlioz saw that one coming. Danga de danga de dang - Berlioz scores with a four punch combination! Berlioz turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Berlioz throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. KT looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that. Berlioz checks a leg kick. A bone on bone clash there as KT blocks the leg kick.
KT throws a quick counter kick to the body but Berlioz avoids it. KT chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Berlioz can pounce on him.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Berlioz.#T1# KT misses with a kick to the body.
A bone on bone clash there as Berlioz blocks the leg kick.
KT throws a sloppy head kick and Berlioz moves out of range easily. KT throws a leg kick that is checked and Berlioz counters with a nice uppercut. KT throws a lazy body kick and Berlioz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky. Berlioz scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as KT checks a leg kick. #CL2# Berlioz moves into the clinch. KT wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Berlioz has him pressed against the ropes. Berlioz has KT pressed against the ropes, preventing KT from circling away and getting back to striking at range. Berlioz lands a shoulder strike. KT blocking some punches.
#T2# KT is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes. KT is trying to force a seperation but Berlioz has the dominant position. KT has had enough of the clinch but Berlioz keeps him there for the moment. Berlioz lands a hook to the side of the head. KT wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Hector Berlioz seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Berlioz keeps the fight in the clinch, despite KT's efforts to push away. KT is trying to break the clinch but Berlioz has him pressed against the ropes. Android KT has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! KT throws a head punch that misses.
And that's the end of the fight! Hector Berlioz comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Berlioz 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 John Roberts scores the fight 27:30 Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 27:30 Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hector Berlioz! Hector Berlioz decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
SSG 227 Hall vs Bar
Date: Nov 12, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 28 losses; Olaf Snowstrinski! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 16 losses; Gaston Cahute! The judges for this bout are Joseph Jones, Steve Montenegro and David Schapiro.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2# Cahute manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Snowstrinski on his heels. He'll look to pass Snowstrinski's guard now, I'm sure. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Snowstrinski (0) vs (2) Cahute Cahute tries to free his leg and advance position but Snowstrinski is retaining full guard. Cahute showing good wrestling skills to control the position. Snowstrinski might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. Cahute's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige. Snowstrinski not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Cahute controlling from the top position. #SUB# Snowstrinski escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Cahute gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Cahute advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Snowstrinski (0) vs (5) Cahute#T1# Snowstrinski is positioning himself to get back to half guard. Cahute taking a break here but Snowstrinski is having none of it and regains half guard. Cahute is trying to control. Snowstrinski wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Cahute looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. Cahute with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. Cahute is looking to take a break and control but Snowstrinski is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2# Snowstrinski is trying to maintain the position but Cahute is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2# Cahute is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Snowstrinski defends it well. Cahute wants to free his trapped foot but Snowstrinski is holding on for dear life with his legs. The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Cahute trying to control the action but Snowstrinski is working from the bottom. #SUB2# Cahute seems to be working for a kimura but Snowstrinski defends the submission attempt. Cahute wants to pass to mount but Snowstrinski is defending the position. #T3# Snowstrinski is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Cahute's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Cahute's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Snowstrinski (4) vs (5) Cahute#SUB# Snowstrinski is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Cahute defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #SUB# Snowstrinski working for the choke. Cahute just trying to survive but Snowstrinski is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #SUB# Snowstrinski looking to break Cahute's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Cahute remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Snowstrinski will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke! Cahute manages to reverse the position and now he's in Snowstrinski's guard. Nice work there by Cahute.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Snowstrinski (4) vs (7) Cahute Cahute trying to control but Snowstrinski is working from the bottom. Cahute trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Snowstrinski working a defensive guard here.
#T4# Cahute is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. Cahute tries to free his leg and advance position but Snowstrinski is retaining full guard. Snowstrinski 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. Snowstrinski keeping moving, preventing Cahute from controlling successfully. Snowstrinski being controlled here, momentarily. Cahute pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Snowstrinski is keeping the position for now. Cahute looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T5##SUB2# Cahute drops back, looking for a kneebar! Snowstrinski looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Snowstrinski looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Snowstrinski! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Snowstrinski (8) vs (7) Cahute#SUB# Snowstrinski tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Snowstrinski has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! Cahute tries to bench press Snowstrinski off him but Snowstrinski keeps the position. Cahute has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#SUB# Snowstrinski tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Snowstrinski has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! Snowstrinski trying to control the position but Cahute is working away. #T6# Both fighters take a look at the clock. Cahute is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Snowstrinski's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB# Snowstrinski seems to be working for a kimura but Cahute defends the submission attempt. Snowstrinski trying to control from half guard but Cahute is working away. Cahute wants to get back to full guard.#SUB# Snowstrinski looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB# Snowstrinski is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T7##SUB# Snowstrinski is working for a kimura but Cahute is defending it quite comfortably.
Snowstrinski is pressing down on Cahute's thigh, looking to free his foot. Cahute is holding on for now. Cahute wants to improve his position but Snowstrinski is controlling well.
Cahute desperately trying to maintain half guard. #SUB# Snowstrinski looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Cahute is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T8# Cahute controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #SUB# Snowstrinski is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Cahute doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Snowstrinski. Snowstrinski trying to control the action but Cahute is working from the bottom. #SUB# Snowstrinski wants to work for an arm triangle but Cahute is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Cahute is looking to improve his position.
#T9##SUB# Snowstrinski wants to work for an arm triangle but Cahute is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Cahute tries to roll over but Snowstrinski keeps him under control. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Cahute keeps trying to improve his position. Cahute trying to control here.
#SUB# Snowstrinski is trying to work for a kimura but Cahute is defending well.
Cahute tries to roll over but Snowstrinski keeps him under control. Snowstrinski is keen to just control but Cahute is a slippery customer.#SUB# Snowstrinski trying to work for an americana but Cahute has managed to regain full guard.
Cahute seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T10# Cahute wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2# Cahute is looking to cinch up a triangle. Snowstrinski throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Cahute's body to avoid the submission. Cahute has instead reached around Snowstrinski's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Cahute arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Gaston Cahute! Our winner, Gaston Cahute, 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:
SSG 228 Hunt vs Kersikov
Date: Nov 12, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 50 losses; Arm Breaker! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Tommy Reed! The judges for this bout are George Francis, Wesley Smith and Gwen Towbar.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way. Breaker shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Reed but Reed pushes him off and we're back to square one.#CL2# Reed closes the distance and clinches. Breaker wants a takedown but no success here.
Reed has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Breaker after a bit of a struggle. #TD2# Reed gets a trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Breaker (0) vs (2) Reed#SUB2# Reed looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Reed works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Breaker (0) vs (5) Reed We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Breaker is working to get back to half guard.
#T1# Reed tries to control but Breaker wriggling away. Breaker is looking to improve his position but Reed isn't that keen on the idea. Reed moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Breaker (0) vs (8) Reed Breaker trying to control the hands but Reed breaks the grip. Reed tries to keep control of the position but Breaker is staying busy.#SUB2# Reed looking for the choke from the back. #T2# Reed keeps control of the position as Breaker tries to break free.
What can Breaker do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Breaker can't escape the position.
#SUB2# Reed looking for the RNC. #SUB2# Reed is looking for the choke from the back position but Breaker is controlling his hands well. Reed tries to keep control of the position but Breaker is staying busy.#SUB2# Reed has got one arm under Breaker's chin. This could be trouble... Breaker trying to control the other hand but Reed gets it free and sqeezes tight - just a matter of time now! Yep, Breaker has tapped out! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Tommy Reed! An out of breath Tommy Reed thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
WVT 183: Haggar v Railio
Date: Nov 11, 2023 |
#R1# Kangas misses with a body shot.
We've been informed that Kangas has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result. Good leg kick by Kangas. Nice body kick there by Kangas. Voin misses with an uppercut. Kangas saw that one coming. Voin walks into a stiff left hand from Kangas. Nice defenses there by Kangas. Kangas swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Kangas lands an overhand right. Kangas swats away the attempt to clinch by Voin. Voin takes one to the chin there. Voin has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kangas finds it's way round the side to connect with Voin's head. Zima Voin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Voin throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Kangas looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Kangas cracks Voin with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Kangas lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Kangas steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Voin. Kangas throws out a counter right but Voin avoids it with no problem. Kangas connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CL# Voin instigates a clinch. #T1# Good anti-grappling being displayed by Voin as Kangas tries to tie him up. A hook to the body from Kangas.
Kangas digs a right hand underneath Voin's ribcage. Voin let out a lung full of air as it connected.#TD# Voin is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Kangas can't fight it off and eventually Voin manages to take the fight to the floor. Kangas looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. 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. Voin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kangas is keeping the position for now. Voin passes Kangas's right leg, so he's now in half guard. Kangas is controlling Voin's position as best he can from this difficult position.#T2# Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Voin in particular looking to stall. Kangas controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon. Kangas is looking to improve his position.
#T3##REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Voin misses with a hook
and Kangas counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Some wild striking there from Voin.
A countering left hand to the body from Kangas misses. Kangas stuns Voin with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Tapani Kangas is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Voin uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kangas.
Voin pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Voin tries to clinch but fails miserably and Kangas counters with a left and a right that stings Voin. #T4# Kangas lands a nice looking body shot.
Kangas misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kangas misses with a head kick.
Voin rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick. Voin swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Voin looks to clinch and Kangas counters with a two punch combo. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Voin tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Kangas lands with a nice body punch. Voin is looking to clinch. Voin fails in his attempt to clinch. Kangas comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. A big right from Kangas misses. Voin swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#TD# Voin darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Well, if Voin 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.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Tapani Kangas dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action!#R2# Kangas takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Kangas lands with a cross. Kangas displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Voin. Kangas cracks Voin with a right hand to the side of the head.#CL# Voin has closed the distance and engaged Kangas in a clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kangas. A short body shot lands from Kangas as the two fighters clinch.
#BC2# Kangas breaks the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kangas lands with a nice body punch. Kangas lands a really nice looking cross but Voin seems unphased.
Voin thows a leg kick but Kangas checks it letting Kangas counter with a right hand. #CL2# Kangas closes the distance and clinches. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Kangas working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T1# Voin misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kangas lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kangas lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Voin backwards. A right handed body shot lands from Kangas.
Kangas misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#BC2# Kangas pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Kangas throws a nice outside leg kick. Voin lands a glancing blow to the side of Kangas's head. A big left from Kangas misses. Voin attempts a counter takedown but Kangas avoids it well and moves away. Nice cross by Kangas. Voin swings for the body but Kangas moves out of range.
It seemed like Kangas was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#CL2# Kangas pushes Voin up against the cage in a clinch. Kangas presses Voin against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Kangas misses with a body punch.
Kangas swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. Kangas lands a left hand that snaps the head of Voin backwards. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Voin misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T2##TD# Voin tightens his grip and picks Kangas up, before dumping him to the ground. Kangas manages to land in guard. Kangas is trying to hold Voin in close to prevent damage but Voin has managed to pass into half guard.
Voin is controlling the pace.
We've been hearing good reports from Voin's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today. Kangas wants to control but Voin is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T3# Voin content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. Kangas is concentrating on defense, preventing Voin from advancing position. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Voin takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position. 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. Kangas lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Voin backs up against the cage.
Voin tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kangas paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T4# Kangas lands a nice shot that snaps Voin's head back.
Kangas scores with a hook. A good leg kick by Kangas. Voin takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Kangas smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Kangas fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Voin manages to avoid it.#CL# Voin moves into range and clinches up with Kangas. Voin tries to score a body lock takedown but Kangas shows good agility there to stay on his feet. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Kangas. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Kangas lands a body punch in the clinch. Voin tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kangas's elbow. A short right hand to the side of the head by Kangas. Voin is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Kangas gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zima Voin. That's going to take a lot out of him. Kangas blocks an uppercut.
A hook to the body from Kangas.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#BC2# Kangas pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Kangas swats away the attempt to clinch by Voin. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Tapani Kangas showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3# Kangas scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Tapani Kangas seems to be getting the better of the standup. Kangas lands a nice looking body kick. Voin has his takedown stuffed and Kangas counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Voin tries to clinch and Kangas counters with a stiff right hand. Voin throws a series of punches but Kangas avoids them all with ease. Voin takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Voin blocks a head kick by Kangas.
Kangas wants to clinch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2# Kangas gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD# Voin has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Kangas is trying to keep an underhook but Voin manages to get the takedown into half guard.#T1# Kangas trying to control from the bottom.
Kangas keeping hold of Voin's head, controlling as best he can. Voin controlling the pace. Kangas tries to roll over but Voin keeps him under control. Zima Voin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight. Kangas is looking to control Voin's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kangas avoid being mounted? Voin prevents Kangas from improving his position.#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. Kangas avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kangas digs a good hook to Voin's body.
#T3# Kangas lands a nice looking body kick. Kangas has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Voin on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Voin misses with a takedown and Kangas counters with a good, hard body kick but Voin shrugs it off. A big right from Voin misses. Kangas is trying to counter with his kicks. Voin misses with a hook. Kangas ducked under it nicely. Kangas rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Voin moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Voin on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Kangas connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Voin is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all. Both fighters circling a little - Kangas finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. Kangas lands a slapping body shot.
Voin takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Jab by Voin. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Kangas's jab looks to have found its range, popping Voin under the eye. Voin moves in looking to clinch but Kangas pushes him off. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kangas! But no joy. Tapani Kangas is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4# Kangas thuds a left hand into Voin's body. A low kick lands for Kangas.
Kangas cracks Voin with a good jab. Kangas moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Kangas avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kangas throws a head kick that Voin semi-blocks.
Nice uppercut lands for Kangas. That snapped Voin's head back.
Voin tries to move into range but Kangas moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Voin stuns Kangas with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Voin looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that. Voin looks to clinch and Kangas counters with a straight punch to the midsection. Voin looks to land a combination but Kangas avoids it well. Voin walks into a stiff left hand from Kangas. Voin throws a lazy uppercut
and Kangas counters with a stiff right hand. Voin shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Kangas connects with the punch.
And that's the end of the fight! Tapani Kangas comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Kangas winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Donatello Bradman scores the fight 27:30 Judge Chris Dean scores the fight 27:30 Judge Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tapani Kangas! |
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Event:
WVT 183: Haggar v Railio
Date: Nov 11, 2023 |
#R1##CL# Sixteen closes the distance and clinches. Sixteen is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
#BC2# Beckley manages to break the clinch.
Age Sixteen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL# Sixteen forces Beckley back against the cage and clinches. Beckley effectively controlling the action here. Beckley avoiding damage as Sixteen throws knees to the body.
Sixteen'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. A short uppercut from Beckley. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sixteen tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Sixteen misses with a body punch.
#T1# Beckley misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Sixteen.
Sixteen throws a knee to the head but misses.
Sixteen tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Sixteen looking to throw knees to the head but Beckley is blocking nicely.
Sixteen tries to throw a body punch but Beckley avoids it by throwing Sixteen back against the cage. Beckley managing to block the knees to the body from Sixteen.
Sixteen unloads a knee to the mid-section. Beckley avoiding damage as Sixteen throws knees to the body.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Sixteen. Sixteen digs a right hand into Beckley's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Beckley's gas tank. Sixteen utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Sixteen. #T2# Sixteen will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Beckley up against the cage. Sixteen tries to work over Beckley's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Sixteen misses with a short punch on the inside. Sixteen misses with a knee strike.
Beckley blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sixteen struggles to land a body shot inside as Beckley controls his hands.
#TD2# Beckley jumps guard and drags Sixteen to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. Beckley keeping full guard, as Sixteen tries to pass. Beckley is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Sixteen is controlling him. #T3# Sixteen engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Beckley wants to get back to his feet but Sixteen is in a dominant position and won't allow it. Sixteen landing with the ground and pound. We've been hearing good reports from Sixteen's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Sixteen throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Beckley works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Beckley is looking to stand up but Sixteen isn't so interested in that idea. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL# The fight moves into the clinch position. Beckley wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee. Beckley trying to land knees to the body.
Beckley with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Sixteen pushes Beckley back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Sixteen stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Beckley tries to land knees in the clinch but Sixteen avoids the damage to the body. Sixteen lands a knee to the head.
Sixteen slowing the pace effectively. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Age Sixteen dominated that round. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2# Beckley throws a nice looking combination but Sixteen bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Sixteen tries to clinch but Beckley is having none of it. Age Sixteen is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Beckley tries to clinch but Sixteen moves out of range. Sixteen thuds a left hand into Beckley's body. Sixteen throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Beckley cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. The fight stays on the outside here - Sixteen looks like he's thinking about clinching though. A little jabbing left from Beckley on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL# Sixteen has closed the distance and engaged Beckley in a clinch.
Sixteen content to slow the pace in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sixteen pushes Beckley back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Sixteen misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Beckley has thrown a lot of knees so far in this fight and we're lead to believe that's something he's been working on the gym prior to this fight. Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Sixteen obliges. Beckley blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#T1# Sixteen content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Beckley working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Sixteen lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Beckley. A left hand lands to the body for Sixteen.
Sixteen with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Sixteen tries to land knees in the clinch but Beckley avoids the damage to the body. Sixteen throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Sixteen misses with a punch to the body.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Sixteen just misses with a elbow thrown towards Beckley's brow. Sixteen landing knees to the head.
Beckley blocks an elbow strike. Beckley trying to land knees to the body.
#T2# Beckley taking a breather. Sixteen misses with a knee to the head. Beckley tries for a takedown but Sixteen manages to get underhooks.
Sixteen has a couple of punches blocked by Beckley.
Sixteen displaying some good clinch control by pressing Beckley up against the cage. Sixteen lands a hook that snaps the head of Beckley backwards. Beckley throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Sixteen blocks it with crossed arms. Beckley avoiding damage as Sixteen throws knees to the body.
Sixteen is struggling to control the position. Beckley cracks Sixteen with a nice body shot.#T3# Sixteen throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Sixteen works on Beckley's body with a couple of short punches. Sixteen using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Beckley has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Sixteen creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. Sixteen struggles to land a body shot inside as Beckley controls his hands.
Sixteen tries to throw a body punch but Beckley avoids it by throwing Sixteen back against the cage. Sixteen tries to work over Beckley's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Sixteen with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Sixteen is pushing Beckley up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. Age Sixteen has scored more points in the clinch so far. Sixteen doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T4# Sixteen misses with a hook to the ribs.
Beckley prevents a body shot from Sixteen. Sixteen misses with a punch to the body.
Stalling in the clinch from Sixteen.
Beckley'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. Sixteen tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Beckley's elbow. Beckley avoiding damage as Sixteen throws knees to the body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Knees to the body from Sixteen.
Sixteen is leaning against Beckley and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Sixteen throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Age Sixteen dominated that second round. That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##CL# Sixteen has Beckley up against the cage in a clinch.
Sixteen is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Beckley can do to turn this around? Beckley tries a knee to the head but Sixteen blocks it.
Sixteen utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body. Beckley on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Sixteen tries to land a knee to the head but Beckley blocks with his arms.
#BC# Sixteen escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Sixteen is looking to clinch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A low kick from Sixteen is predictable there and Beckley counters with a straight right hand. Sixteen darts in trying to clinch and Beckley counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T1##CL# Sixteen darts in and clinches Beckley up against the cage. Sixteen works on Beckley's body with a couple of short punches. Beckley dodges an elbow strike from Sixteen.
Sixteen connects with a knee to the head.
Beckley is looking to control Sixteen's arms but Sixteen gets an underhook and turns him. Now Beckley has his back to the cage. Sixteen misses with a knee to the head. Sixteen unloads a knee to the mid-section. Sixteen tries to land a knee to the head but Beckley blocks with his arms.
Beckley misses with a body punch.
Sixteen tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Sixteen tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Beckley avoids it. A short left from Sixteen. #T2# Sixteen tries a body shot but Beckley blocks it.
Sixteen tries to land a knee to the head but Beckley blocks with his arms.
A knee to the head by Sixteen.
Sixteen tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Aeson Beckley has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Sixteen is trying to stall.
Sixteen manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Sixteen with the Thai clinch, lands a knee 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! Sixteen landing knees to the body.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #T3# Sixteen is trying to maintain a safe position but Beckley gets an underhook and turns Sixteen into the cage. A bit of stalling here from Sixteen.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Age Sixteen. Sixteen is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#CL# Sixteen clinches up against the cage.#BC2# Beckley manages to break the clinch.
Sixteen throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Beckley cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL2# Beckley forces Sixteen back against the cage and clinches. Sixteen is pushing Beckley up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. #T4# Beckley looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Sixteen misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Beckley.
Beckley prevents a body shot from Sixteen. Sixteen throws an elbow but it misses.
Sixteen tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Sixteen is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Beckley is defending well for now. Beckley misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Sixteen is looking for a takedown. Age Sixteen is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Sixteen takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. Beckley lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
And that's the end of the fight! Age Sixteen showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Sixteen, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Bruno Hogan scores the fight 30:27 Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 30:27 Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Age Sixteen! Our winner, Age Sixteen, 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:
TL Fight Night 29
Date: Nov 11, 2023 |
#R1# Sixteenthethird looks to land a combination. Doncic sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots. Doncic fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Doncic moves out of range as Sixteenthethird strikes. Sixteenthethird throws a right hand that misses
#TD2# and Doncic counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. Doncic lands a couple of digs.#SUB# Sixteenthethird has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Doncic can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Doncic scoring with some ground and pound. Sixteenthethird trying to keep a closed guard but Doncic is proving a slippery customer.
Doncic told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet. Doncic throws a big right hand that misses. Doncic advances to half guard. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Sixteenthethird on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. Doncic is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard. #SUB# Doncic sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Sixteenthethird doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Doncic paying the price for stalling here - he's pushing hard on the arm trying to free himself but it's no use! He's tapped! WOW, quick submission from Sixteenthethird - great work!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Robo Sixteenthethird! Robo Sixteenthethird seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
CFC 605
Date: Nov 10, 2023 |
#R1# A clash of legs there as Kelly blocks the low kick.#CL2# Rodriguez gets a clinch. Kelly blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rodriguez will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Kelly up against the cage. Rodriguez looking to slow down the pace here.#BC2# Rodriguez manages to break the clinch.
Rodriguez looks to score with a jab to the body but Kelly is just out of range. Rodriguez misses with a wild body shot. Kelly showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Rodriguez .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2# Rodriguez moves into the clinch. Rodriguez trying to control the position but instead, Kelly has worked for underhooks and has pushed Rodriguez into the cage. Rodriguez tries to circle away but Kelly has him pinned against the cage.#T1##BC2# Rodriguez 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Kelly dodges the punch combination from Rodriguez .
#CL2# Rodriguez gets in close and instigates a clinch. Rodriguez with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Kelly blocks a body shot from Rodriguez . Rodriguez avoids a wild elbow strike from Kelly. Kelly lands a damaging elbow. #CUT#It looks like Frankie Rodriguez has been cut. Rodriguez on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
#BC2# Rodriguez escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Rodriguez swats away the attempt to clinch by Kelly. Kelly tries to clinch up but Rodriguez circles away and keeps his distance.#T2# Rodriguez listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. Rodriguez avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Rodriguez scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kelly in his tracks. Kelly tries to close the distance and clinch but Rodriguez swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Rodriguez jabs Kelly right on the nose. Kelly blinks but takes it well. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2# Rodriguez clinches up against the cage. Kelly misses with an elbow over the top. With the two fighters working up against the cage, Kelly just misses with a elbow thrown towards Rodriguez 's brow. Rodriguez stalling the fight.
Rodriguez tries to land knees in the clinch but Kelly avoids the damage to the body. Rodriguez blocks an elbow strike. The referee calls for Kelly to work.
Kelly throws an elbow that misses.
Rodriguez presses Kelly against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Rodriguez blocks an elbow strike from Kelly.
#T3# Kelly missing with knees to the body.
Rodriguez avoiding damage as Kelly throws knees to the body.
Rodriguez pushes Kelly back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Rodriguez tries to break free but Kelly pushes him back against the cage. Kelly throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Kelly creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. Rodriguez tries to land knees in the clinch but Kelly avoids the damage to the body. Rodriguez leaning against his opponent.
Kelly throws an elbow but it misses.
Rodriguez wants to break free but Kelly has control.
Rodriguez blocks the elbow strike.
Rodriguez avoids a wild elbow strike from Kelly.#BC2# Rodriguez breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Rodriguez is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range. Rodriguez connects with a body shot that sends Kelly's belly button to the back.#CL2# Rodriguez rushes Kelly and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Kelly looks to throw an elbow but misses. Kelly creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #T4# Rodriguez blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Rodriguez on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Rodriguez takes an elbow to the forehead. Come on Rodriguez - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Rodriguez has Kelly pushed against the cage. Rodriguez avoids a wild elbow strike from Kelly. Kelly comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. This has been an exciting period of action! Nice elbow from Kelly. #CUT#That has opened up Frankie Rodriguez 's cut even more. Rodriguez slows down the pace here.
Rodriguez avoids the elbow strike from Kelly, against the cage.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily. Kelly misses with an elbow over the top. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Frankie Rodriguez dominated that round. The cut man is working on Frankie Rodriguez 's cut. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2# Rodriguez throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Rodriguez cracks Kelly with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Convicted Kelly is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Nice body punch from Rodriguez . Rodriguez throws a leg kick but Kelly sees it coming and checks it nicely. Kelly is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Rodriguez . Kelly fails with an attempt to clinch.
#CL# Kelly clinches up with Rodriguez and pushes him back against the cage. Kelly avoiding damage as Rodriguez throws knees to the body.
Rodriguez lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kelly being controlled against the cage.#BC2# Rodriguez 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2# Rodriguez takes the fight into the clinch. Rodriguez dodges an elbow strike from Kelly.
With the fighters up against the cage, Kelly throws an elbow but misses. #T1# Rodriguez '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. Kelly throws a knee to the head but misses.
#BC2# Rodriguez breaks from the clinch.
We've been informed that Rodriguez has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight. Rodriguez scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Rodriguez throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kelly tries to clinch up but Rodriguez circles away and keeps his distance. Kelly tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Some wild striking there from Rodriguez .
Kelly moves in looking to clinch but Rodriguez pushes him off. Kelly is looking to clinch but Rodriguez is avoiding it.
Rodriguez tries to counter with a clinch but Kelly shakes him off and moves away. Kelly drops his hands momentarily and Rodriguez takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Kelly takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T2# Rodriguez takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Rodriguez scores with a shot to the body.
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! Kelly wants to clinch. Rodriguez is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. Kelly shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Kelly wants to clinch up but Rodriguez keeps it at a distance. Rodriguez wants to counter with a clinch but Kelly pushes him away. Kelly is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Kelly doesn't manage to clinch there - Rodriguez circles away.
#CL2# Rodriguez rushes Kelly and presses him up against the cage. Rodriguez has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3# Rodriguez lands a body punch. Rodriguez blocks an elbow strike from Kelly.
Rodriguez avoids the elbow strike from Kelly, against the cage.
Rodriguez lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kelly backwards. Rodriguez using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Kelly has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily. Rodriguez missing with knees to the body.
#BC2# Rodriguez breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kelly fails in his attempt to clinch. Kelly tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Rodriguez manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Rodriguez tries to counter with a clinch but Kelly shakes him off and moves away. Kelly tries to close the distance and clinch but Rodriguez swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Rodriguez misses with a wild combination.
Rodriguez lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kelly's sensitive parts. #T4##CL2# Rodriguez fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Kelly, pushing him back against the cage. Rodriguez managing to block the knees to the body from Kelly.
Kelly lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. Kelly lands an elbow that stopped Rodriguez in his tracks for a moment. Rodriguez avoiding damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Kelly tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Rodriguez in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off. Rodriguez dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage. Kelly slows down the pace here.
Rodriguez lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kelly backwards. Rodriguez is stalling here.
Rodriguez takes an elbow to the forehead. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Frankie Rodriguez showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Frankie Rodriguez 's cut. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##CL2# Rodriguez clinches with his opponent.
Rodriguez blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Rodriguez dodges an elbow strike from Kelly.
Rodriguez takes an elbow to the temple. Rodriguez tries to stall but Kelly uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Kelly pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage. Rodriguez has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. Kelly tries to land knees in the clinch but Rodriguez avoids the damage to the body. Rodriguez gets through Kelly's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Good body shot from Rodriguez .
A bit of stalling here from Rodriguez .
Rodriguez putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Kelly in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body. Rodriguez misses with a shot to the kidneys.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kelly pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage. Both fighters working to control the clinch. Kelly misses with an elbow strike.
Rodriguez dodges an elbow strike from Kelly.
Kelly trying to land knees to the body.
#T1##BC2# Rodriguez escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kelly is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Kelly tries to clinch up. Kelly takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kelly tries to clinch there but Rodriguez circles away.
Kelly tries to clinch but Rodriguez moves out of range. Kelly tries to clinch but Rodriguez is having none of it. Kelly moves in looking to clinch but Rodriguez pushes him off. Kelly fails in his attempt to clinch. Kelly tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Rodriguez manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Kelly blocks a low kick nicely. Kelly is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T2# Rodriguez swats away the attempt to clinch by Kelly. Kelly tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Rodriguez manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Frankie Rodriguez seems to be getting the better of the standup. Rodriguez with a jab. Rodriguez turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Rodriguez throws a shot from downtown. Kelly moves away and avoids it.#CL# Kelly clinches with his opponent.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#BC2# Rodriguez 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Kelly ducks right into an uppercut from Rodriguez . Kelly has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him. 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! Rodriguez lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #T3# Kelly tries to clinch but Rodriguez is having none of it. Rodriguez swats away the attempt to clinch by Kelly. Rodriguez tries to counter by closing the distance. Convicted Kelly seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Rodriguez throws a nice outside leg kick. #CL2# Rodriguez moves into range and clinches up with Kelly. Kelly throws an elbow that misses.
Kelly comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #CUT#The cut above Frankie Rodriguez 's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Frankie Rodriguez 's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:49 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Convicted Kelly! An out of breath Convicted Kelly thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
WVT 181: Matikainen v Hussein
Date: Nov 04, 2023 |
#R1# Sanchez takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
#TD2# Murphy drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Murphy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sanchez keeps working. Sanchez is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Murphy is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Murphy lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Sanchez is trying desperately to improve position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Sanchez tries to lock up and control but Murphy gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away. BOOM! Murphy connects with a massive shot to the dome!
#CUT2#It looks like Jesus Sanchez has been cut. Murphy lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Sanchez is desperately trying to improve his position but Murphy has a good base and remains in mount. Sanchez is working hard here to advance position. Sanchez 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.#T1# Sanchez moves into full guard.
Sanchez pulls Murphy in close to his closed guard and prevents Murphy from doing any damage or advancing position.#SUB# Sanchez looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Sanchez bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Murphy's guard. #REVR# Murphy is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. Sanchez advances to half guard. Murphy tries to get to full guard but Sanchez has control of the leg. #SUB# Sanchez is looking for a kimura here.
#T2# Murphy keeps control of the position for the meantime. Sanchez wants to take a breather but Murphy is having none of it. Murphy controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Murphy trying to control from the bottom.
Murphy regains full guard. Nicely done. Murphy keeping full guard, as Sanchez tries to pass. Sanchez is looking to pass into half guard but Murphy pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Murphy is in guard.#REVB##T3##SUB# Sanchez looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
We've been hearing good reports from Sanchez's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today. Sanchez looking for a sweep. Not yet Sanchez, not yet. Murphy trying to control but Sanchez is working from the bottom. Murphy cracks Sanchez with a solid left hand. Murphy scoring with some ground and pound. Murphy wants to control from the top but Sanchez keeps moving. Sanchez wants to sweep but no luck. #T4# Sanchez is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Sanchez looking to hit a scissor sweep but Murphy is one step ahead there. Murphy is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Murphy trying to control the position from guard on top but Sanchez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Murphy being controlled here momentarily. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD2# Murphy bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Paddy Murphy dominated that round. The cut man is working on Jesus Sanchez's cut. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2# Sanchez has a takedown stuffed. Jesus Sanchez is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD2# Murphy fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Sanchez to the ground. Murphy is now in Sanchez's guard. Murphy is in close to Sanchez's body, working some short punches and elbows. Sanchez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Murphy preventing the sweep. Murphy engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Sanchez working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sanchez looking to hit a scissor sweep but Murphy is one step ahead there. #SUB# Sanchez is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Murphy is aware though and is defending well.#T1# Murphy chips away with some ground and pound. Murphy keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Sanchez's head. Sanchez 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. Sanchez is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Murphy landing with the ground and pound. Sanchez keeping moving, preventing Murphy from controlling successfully. Murphy makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. Murphy won't allow Sanchez to sweep him here. #T2# Sanchez trying to keep a closed guard but Murphy is proving a slippery customer.
Murphy must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu. Murphy scoring with punches to the head and body. Murphy scoring with punches to the head and body. Murphy won't allow Sanchez to sweep him here. Murphy is in close to Sanchez's body, working some short punches and elbows. Murphy lands a couple of digs. Murphy trying to control but Sanchez is working from the bottom. Murphy won't allow Sanchez to sweep him here. #T3# Murphy content to stall in guard here. Sanchez has control of Murphy's left arm, preventing Murphy from doing any damage. Murphy lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard. Sanchez wants to sweep here but Murphy controlling him for the moment. Sanchez is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Sanchez looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Murphy wants to control from the top but Sanchez keeps moving. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Murphy's corner calls for a 1-2. Murphy obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T4##TD2# Murphy manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Sanchez on his heels. He'll look to pass Sanchez's guard now, I'm sure. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sanchez is on top in guard.
#REVR# Sanchez wants to control from the top but Murphy keeps moving. Sanchez won't allow Murphy to get back to his feet. Murphy bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sanchez's guard. #REVB# Sanchez is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Sanchez looking for a sweep. Not yet Sanchez, not yet. Sanchez trying to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Paddy Murphy showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Jesus Sanchez's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3##TD2# Murphy drives through with a takedown into Sanchez's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. Murphy won't allow Sanchez to sweep him here. Paddy Murphy has got the better of the ground game so far. Murphy chips away with some ground and pound. Murphy lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard. Murphy landing some decent shots from guard. Sanchez working a defensive guard here.
Murphy has been the more effective fighter overall so far. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sanchez keeping moving, preventing Murphy from controlling successfully. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sanchez is on top in guard.
#REVR# There's a bit of a scramble here and now Murphy is on top in guard.
#REVB##T1# Sanchez is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. Murphy trying to control but Sanchez is working from the bottom. #SUB# Sanchez working for a triangle but Murphy defends it easily.
Murphy chips away with some ground and pound. Sanchez working a defensive guard here.
#T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Murphy trying to control the position from guard on top but Sanchez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Sanchez bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Murphy's guard. #REVR# Sanchez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Murphy swivels though and keeps the full guard. Murphy wants to sweep but no luck. Sanchez tries to free his leg and advance position but Murphy is retaining full guard. Murphy managing to control the position. Sanchez looking to sit in guard and control but Murphy gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##T3# Sanchez is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Sanchez wants to sweep here but Murphy controlling him for the moment. Murphy scores with a decent looking elbow strike. Murphy sitting in guard here, content to control. Murphy wants to control from the top but Sanchez keeps moving. Sanchez is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR# Sanchez perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T4##SUB2# Murphy looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Sanchez works his way into side control. #SUB# Sanchez wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Murphy, who protects the arm well. Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB# Sanchez is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Murphy is trying to escape and Sanchez transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Murphy is forced to tap! Nice work there by Sanchez! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:48 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jesus Sanchez! Jesus Sanchez decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
SSG 219 Doe vs Pushkin
Date: Oct 29, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 49 losses; Arm Breaker! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 8 losses; Jon Rambo! The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Edson Gomes and Emerson Jorge.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2# Rambo drives through with a takedown into Breaker's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Breaker (0) vs (2) Rambo#SUB# Breaker is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Rambo is aware though and is defending well. Rambo wants to control from the top but Breaker keeps moving. Breaker might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB# Breaker is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Rambo defends well.#SUB# Rambo avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Rambo must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB# Breaker escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rambo gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Rambo's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T1##SUB# Breaker looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Rambo passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Breaker (0) vs (5) Rambo Breaker is trying to escape the position but Rambo is controlling the position. Breaker tries to bench press Rambo off him but Rambo keeps the position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Breaker regains half guard.#T2# Rambo trying to advance position but Breaker counters by regaining guard. #SUB# Breaker has his foot on Rambo's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Rambo works his way back into a safe position though. Breaker keeping full guard, as Rambo tries to pass. Rambo wants to control from the top but Breaker keeps moving. Rambo preventing the sweep. Rambo slips nicely into half guard. Breaker is looking to improve his position.
#T3##SUB# Breaker looking for a kimura from the bottom but Rambo passes into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Breaker (0) vs (8) Rambo Rambo wants to lay and pray for a moment but Breaker keeps working. #SUB2# Rambo tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Rambo has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! Breaker tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Rambo wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T4# Rambo slows the pace down. Breaker tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Rambo wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2# Rambo is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Breaker has escaped the position, nice work there. Rambo trying to control the position but Breaker is working away. #T5# You can see the frustration on Breaker's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2# Rambo is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Breaker has escaped the position, nice work there. Rambo taking a breather here. Breaker is trying to work for a sweep but Rambo has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Breaker (0) vs (10) Rambo#T6# Rambo controlling the position easily from mount. Breaker can't escape the position.
#SUB2# Rambo goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Breaker turns into him and now he's in Rambo's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Breaker (2) vs (10) Rambo Rambo wants to sweep but no luck. Breaker trying to control but Rambo is working from the bottom. #T7# Breaker pushing down on Rambo's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB2# Rambo looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Rambo has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#SUB# Breaker is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Rambo sees it coming and defends easily. Breaker stalling away here and it's allowed Rambo to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #SUB2# Rambo looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2# Rambo escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Breaker gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Breaker stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rambo swivels though and keeps the full guard. Breaker trying to control but Rambo is working from the bottom. #T8# Rambo wants to sweep but no luck. Breaker trying to control but Rambo is working from the bottom. #SUB# Breaker has gone for a leg lock! Rambo slips out almost immediately though and dives into Breaker's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Breaker (2) vs (12) Rambo Rambo tries to free his leg and advance position but Breaker is retaining full guard. Rambo trying to control but Breaker is working from the bottom. Breaker working a defensive guard here.
Rambo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Breaker is keeping the position for now. #T9##SUB# Breaker throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Rambo wants to pass the guard but Breaker is keeping the position.#SUB# Rambo got a little sloppy there for a moment and Breaker has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Rambo has managed to get both his arms back between Breaker's legs - danger averted.#T10# Rambo trying to control the position from guard on top but Breaker is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB# Breaker throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Breaker is controlling Rambo's posture. Rambo wants to pass the guard but Breaker is keeping the position. Rambo wants to control from the top but Breaker keeps moving. #T11# Rambo is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position. Breaker wants to sweep but no luck. Breaker keeping moving, preventing Rambo from controlling successfully. Rambo looking to pass the guard. #SUB# Breaker has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Rambo 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 Breaker. Score +3 for passing guard: Breaker (2) vs (15) Rambo#T12##SUB2# Rambo is trying to get an arm triangle but Breaker is defending well. Breaker struggling a bit here. Breaker is trying to improve his position. Breaker manages to work his way to half guard, despite Rambo's best efforts.#T13# Rambo has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Breaker (2) vs (18) Rambo Rambo controlling from mount. Breaker is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #SUB2# Rambo moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Breaker has worked his arm free - good work by Breaker!
Breaker gets back to half guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T14# Rambo controlling the pace. #SUB2# Rambo wants to work for an arm triangle but Breaker is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Breaker wants to get back to full guard. Rambo passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Breaker (2) vs (21) Rambo Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2# Rambo is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Breaker to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Breaker shrugs it off.
And that's the end of the fight! Rambo wins on points by 21 to 2. |
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Event:
SSG 220 Hall vs Orion
Date: Oct 29, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 6 losses; Flavio De Rossi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 27 losses; Olaf Snowstrinski! The judges for this bout are Jonathan Paton, John Kavanagh and Lou da Vinci.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL# De Rossi has taken the fight to the clinch.
Snowstrinski has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. De Rossi is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet. Snowstrinski goes for a takedown in the clinch but De Rossi prevents it.
#TD# De Rossi jumps into guard, dragging Snowstrinski to the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. De Rossi keeping moving, preventing Snowstrinski from controlling successfully. #SUB# De Rossi is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB# De Rossi throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2# Snowstrinski thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Snowstrinski wants to control from the top but De Rossi keeps moving. Snowstrinski preventing the sweep. #T1##SUB2# Snowstrinski has gone for a leg lock! De Rossi slips out almost immediately though and dives into Snowstrinski's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: De Rossi (2) vs (0) Snowstrinski Snowstrinski can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as De Rossi controls the pace.#SUB2# Snowstrinski looking for a guillotine here but De Rossi defends easily.
Snowstrinski working a defensive guard here.
#T2# De Rossi not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB2# Snowstrinski working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. De Rossi doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. De Rossi manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. De Rossi slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T3##SUB2# Snowstrinski is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Snowstrinski bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in De Rossi's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: De Rossi (2) vs (2) Snowstrinski The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Snowstrinski won't allow De Rossi to sweep him here. #SUB# De Rossi is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Snowstrinski is aware though and is defending well. De Rossi is trying to keep Snowstrinski in close.
#SUB# De Rossi is looking for a triangle but Snowstrinski pushes his legs off easily.
De Rossi seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB# De Rossi has his foot on Snowstrinski's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Snowstrinski works his way back into a safe position though.#T4##SUB# De Rossi is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2# Snowstrinski drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Snowstrinski jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB# De Rossi looking for a guillotine here but Snowstrinski defends easily.
#SUB# De Rossi had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Snowstrinski defends it easily. Snowstrinski trying to control but De Rossi is working from the bottom. Snowstrinski is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. Snowstrinski stopping the sweep attempt from De Rossi.#T5# Snowstrinski wants to control from the top but De Rossi keeps moving. #SUB# De Rossi looking for a guillotine here but Snowstrinski defends easily.
De Rossi keeping moving, preventing Snowstrinski from controlling successfully. #SUB# De Rossi throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T6# De Rossi is pulling down on Snowstrinski's head to control his posture. Snowstrinski trying to control the position from guard on top but De Rossi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2# Snowstrinski drops back looking for a leg! De Rossi is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and De Rossi manages to kick Snowstrinski off! Snowstrinski jumps back into De Rossi's guard. Snowstrinski preventing the sweep. De Rossi 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: De Rossi (4) vs (2) Snowstrinski De Rossi moves into full mount! Snowstrinski won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: De Rossi (7) vs (2) Snowstrinski#T7# Snowstrinski is in all sorts of trouble here.
De Rossi content just to control the position here. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. De Rossi is trying to take his opponent's back.
Snowstrinski tries to hold on but De Rossi postures up.#T8# De Rossi content just to control the position here. Snowstrinski regains half guard. De Rossi not doing much here.
#T9##SUB2# Snowstrinski looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. De Rossi slows the pace down in half guard. Snowstrinski is looking to get back to full guard here but De Rossi has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: De Rossi (10) vs (2) Snowstrinski#T10# Snowstrinski wants to control but De Rossi postures up. The referee asks De Rossi politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. De Rossi prefers to stall for the moment though. Snowstrinski is looking for a sweep. Snowstrinski wants to control but De Rossi postures up. Snowstrinski might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control De Rossi haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time. Snowstrinski tries to bench press De Rossi off him but De Rossi keeps the position. #T11# Snowstrinski sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard. Snowstrinski is looking for a sweep. De Rossi is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. De Rossi controlling the pace. #SUB2# Snowstrinski looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Snowstrinski tries to get to full guard but De Rossi has control of the leg. Snowstrinski is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T12# De Rossi slows the pace down in half guard. Snowstrinski wants to get back to full guard. De Rossi stalling. Snowstrinski wants to get back to full guard but De Rossi has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: De Rossi (13) vs (2) Snowstrinski#T13# Snowstrinski is looking to get to half guard. De Rossi controlling his opponent. Snowstrinski tries to lock up and control but De Rossi gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T14# Snowstrinski is in all sorts of trouble here.
Snowstrinski manages to regain half guard. Good work. Snowstrinski wants to get back to full guard. De Rossi perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! De Rossi has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: De Rossi (16) vs (2) Snowstrinski Snowstrinski is desperately trying to improve his position but De Rossi has a good base and remains in mount.
And that's the end of the fight! De Rossi takes the fight on points by 16 to 2. Flavio De Rossi tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool. |
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Event:
WVT 177: Anderson v Seanoa
Date: Oct 28, 2023 |
#R1##TD# Voin manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Brillo on his heels. He'll look to pass Brillo's guard now, I'm sure. Brillo tries to land a sweep but no joy. Brillo wants to improve his position but instead Voin has moved into half guard.
Brillo moves into full guard.
#SUB2# Brillo looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Voin has picked Brillo up and slammed him! Brillo can't keep hold of the triangle and Voin manages to pass to side control! Brillo is trying to improve his position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Brillo being controlled for a moment. Voin has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T1# Voin seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Brillo for as long as he can get away with. Brillo is trying to get back to half guard.#T2# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Brillo is persisting with the attempt to improve his position. Voin working away. Voin just content to control the position. This is a sustained period of stalling by Voin. Brillo is looking to reverse the position.#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3# Brillo darts in looking for a takedown but Voin gets double underhooks and turns Brillo into the cage. #TD# Voin shoots in for a takedown and gets it. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Brillo is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Voin with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T4# Brillo has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Voin is working away from the top position though. Voin is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Brillo! We've been hearing good reports from Voin's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today. Brillo is working to get back to half guard.
Brillo keeps trying to improve his position. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Brillo looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Zima Voin dominated that round. That's time! Voin's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2# Brillo lands with a thumping leg kick.
#TD# Voin closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Brillo seems a little lost for a moment, as Voin dominates the positioning. Brillo tries to bench press Voin off him but Voin keeps the position. A lull in the action here. Brillo has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Voin continues to hold on tight.#T1# Brillo tries to get back to half guard but can't. Voin 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 Brillo's shoulder. That is not cool. Brillo tries to buck Voin off but Voin is having none of it. Voin takes a little break here. Brillo wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL# Voin moves into the clinch. Brillo blocks a body shot from Voin. Brillo is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Voin pulls him back up using the underhooks. #T2# Brillo with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Brillo tries to pull guard but Voin forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#TD# Brillo is fighting off a takedown attempt but Voin is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Brillo to the mat. Brillo regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. Voin controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Brillo working a defensive guard but Voin manages to pass into side control anyway.
Brillo is breathing heavily. Brillo is positioning himself to get back to half guard. Brillo trying to remain calm as Voin controls from the top position.#T3# Voin working away. Brillo is trying to improve his position. Voin controls the position. Brillo tries to strike from the bottom but misses. You can see the frustration on Brillo's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. 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. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD# Voin decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Voin is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Brillo can do to turn this around? Voin looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. Voin looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Voin content to control rather than advance. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Zima Voin dominated that second round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - 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# Brillo ducks under a wild hook from Voin. Brillo's corner calls for a 1-2. Brillo obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. Voin tries to clinch but Brillo is having none of it. Voin uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Brillo. A slow jab from Brillo misses its intended target. Voin attempts a counter takedown but Brillo avoids it well and moves away.#CL# The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC# Voin escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Brillo swats away the attempt to clinch by Voin. Brillo with the counter takedown but Voin avoids it easily. Voin tries to close the distance and clinch but Brillo swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL# Voin fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Brillo, pushing him back against the cage. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD# Voin lands a takedown into guard.
Voin is pushing down on Brillo's leg trying to pass to half guard. Brillo is fighting to maintain full guard but Voin has managed to sneak the leg through. Voin works his way into full mount! #T1# Voin sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. Brillo wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Brillo trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. Voin controls the position. Brillo tries to break free.
Amarillo Brillo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Voin really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Brillo. Brillo tries to escape but Voin has the hooks in and won't let him break free. Brillo takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Voin keeps control of the position easily here as Brillo tries to buck him off.
Brillo is in bad spot here.
#T3# Voin slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Brillo is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Voin has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Brillo's body.
#T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Voin continues to stall.
And that's the end of the fight! Zima Voin showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Voin, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Erwin scores the fight 30:27 Judge Chris Dean scores the fight 30:27 Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Zima Voin! Zima Voin seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
DMMA 253 Martin vs Kalske
Date: Oct 28, 2023 |
#R1# Kruth closes this distance looking for a takedown but Cruz circles away. We've been hearing reports that Kruth has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#TD2# Cruz gets the takedown into side control. #SUB2# Cruz is trying to get an arm triangle but Kruth is defending well. #SUB2# Cruz goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Kruth has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Cruz but great work by Kruth. Cruz is not content to let Kruth control the position. Kruth staying calm. Cruz gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. Kruth stalling. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1# Kruth lands strikes from half guard. Cruz is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Kruth jumps into side control!#SUB# Kruth tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Kruth has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB# Kruth is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Cruz knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. Cruz is not content to let Kruth control the position. #T2# Cruz is looking for a sweep.#SUB# Kruth is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Cruz has escaped the position, nice work there. Cruz manages to get back to half guard. Cruz wants to sweep but Kruth has passed to side control!#T3##SUB# Kruth looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB# Kruth thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB# Kruth goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Cruz rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Kruth's guard! Nice work there by Cruz! My spies in Bloody death gym inform me that Cruz has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends! Cruz passes easily into side control. Nice work. Kruth tries to improve position but can't. #SUB2# Cruz working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2# Cruz working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T4# Kruth struggling a bit here. Kruth sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard. Kruth is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2# Cruz is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Kruth doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Cruz. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2# Cruz seems to be looking for submissions.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Darian Cruz will probably get the nod. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2##TD2# Cruz feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#SUB# Kruth looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Cruz is defending well. Kruth quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Cruz has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Kruth celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jorgen Kruth! After the fight, Jorgen Kruth was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
ALLSTAR MMA
Date: Oct 28, 2023 |
#R1# Sixteen pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sixteen pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Lewis was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Sixteen throws a sloppy head kick and Lewis moves out of range easily. Sixteen tries a head kick but it misses.
A head kick misses from Sixteen. Lewis swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Sixteen tries a head kick but it misses.
Lewis was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Android Sixteen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Sixteen lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sixteen explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work. Sixteen throws a head kick that misses. Sixteen is looking to land body kicks. Sixteen lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lewis's sensitive parts. Sixteen looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T1# Sixteen tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Lewis swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. A head kick misses from Sixteen. Sixteen throws a sloppy head kick and Lewis counters with a straight right hand. Sixteen misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lewis throwing a counter right hand but Sixteen manages to avoid it. Sixteen throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Lewis throwing a counter right hand but Sixteen manages to avoid it. Sixteen throws a head kick but Lewis moves out of range.
Lewis was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Sixteen throws a sloppy head kick and Lewis moves out of range easily. Sixteen pulls out of a head kick attempt.
An attempted straight right counter from Lewis misses the target. Sixteen throws a series of punches but Lewis avoids them all with ease. #T2# Lewis blocks a head kick by Sixteen.
Lewis swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Sixteen changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Sixteen connects with a leg kick. Sixteen tries a head kick but it misses.
Lewis was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Sixteen misses with a head kick.
Sixteen pulls out of a head kick attempt.
It looked like Lewis wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Sixteen throws a lazy head kick and Sixteen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Sixteen misses with a head kick.
Lewis blocks a head kick by Sixteen.
#T3# Sixteen throws a sloppy head kick and Lewis moves out of range easily. Sixteen lands a nice looking kick to the body. Lewis takes a step back to recover. Lewis is breathing heavily. Lewis has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Sixteen. Lewis steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Sixteen. That one must have hurt. Sixteen lands a really nice looking cross but Lewis seems unphased.
Lewis has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Sixteen. Sixteen scores with a spinning back kick!#T4# Sixteen lands a brutal head kick. Lewis looks out on his feet and Sixteen throws more strikes until the ref is forced to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:07 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick and Punches). Android Sixteen! |
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Event:
CFC 601
Date: Oct 27, 2023 |
#R1# Mini misses with a looping left. Mini throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bunyons stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Mini really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape. Bunyons throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Mini leaves Bunyons with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Bunyons tries to move into range but Mini moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Mini throws a series of punches but Bunyons avoids them all with ease. Mini connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Mini just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice body punch from Mini. Android Mini seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Mini misses with a jab, cross combination.
Mini lands with a hook. Bunyons tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Mini displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Bunyons. Bunyons dives in and grabs Mini's left leg, looking for a takedown. Mini pushes down on Bunyons's head and hops out. Mini throws a big counter combination but Bunyons scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage. Android Mini has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Paul Bunyons. Mini connects with a jab.#CUT#It looks like Paul Bunyons has been cut. Some wild striking there from Mini.
Mini seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.#T1# Mini connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Mini is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.#TD2# Bunyons is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Mini's half guard.#SUB# Mini actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2# Bunyons is trying to work for a kimura but Mini is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Bunyons prevents Mini from improving his position. Bunyons prevents Mini from standing back up.
Mini is looking for a sweep. Bunyons is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Mini is concentrating on defense, preventing Bunyons from advancing position. Bunyons not landing any meaningful shots this time. Mini is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Bunyons wants to control but Mini is keeping him busy. #T2# Mini is pressing down on Bunyons's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Bunyons in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB2# Bunyons postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Mini is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Bunyons, into his guard. #REVR# Mini cracks Bunyons with a solid left hand. Bunyons not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
This has been an exciting period of action! Mini cracks Bunyons with a solid left hand. Mini cracks Bunyons with a solid left hand. Mini cracks Bunyons with a solid left hand. Mini content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB2# Bunyons has his foot on Mini's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Mini works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2# Bunyons has his foot on Mini's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Mini works his way back into a safe position though. Mini controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Mini landing with the ground and pound. #T3# Mini scores with a decent looking elbow strike. Mini working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Mini connects with a couple of short punches. Mini works over Bunyons with some ground and pound from guard. Bunyons wants to control the position but Mini says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. Mini scores with a couple of good hammerfists. Mini seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. Mini moves into full mount! Bunyons won't be happy about that! Mini looking to finish Bunyons with some ground and pound. This is bad for Bunyons! Mini wants to control the pace but Bunyons is squirming around nicely. Mini will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions. Mini breaks from Bunyons's wrist control and lands an elbow. Mini has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Bunyons's face.
This has been an exciting period of action! Mini unloading with bombs!#ROC#Bunyons is rocked! Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground! Bunyons tries to lock up and control but Mini gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away. Bunyons is still in real trouble! Can Mini finish him? Mini with good strikes from the mount here! Mini working away from the top, dropping strikes. Mini loads up with a big shot that hurts Bunyons! He's pulled Mini in close but Mini has postured up and lands more strikes. Can Bunyons survive? More strikes from Mini and Bunyons is out! The ref jumps in to save him! Brutal ground and pound!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Android Mini! After winning the bout, Android Mini 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:
WVT 175: Thibbs Jr v Le Franc
Date: Oct 21, 2023 |
#R1# Nice sprawl there from Sixteen as Ryokale shoots in. Sixteen walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Sixteen tries to clinch up.#TD# Ryokale drives through with a takedown into Sixteen's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#SUB2# Ryokale got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sixteen has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ryokale has managed to get both his arms back between Sixteen's legs - danger averted. Sixteen lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB# Sixteen throws a big elbow that misses. Sixteen loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Sixteen has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Sixteen controlling from the top position. Ryokale looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sixteen is one step ahead there. Ryokale is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T1##SUB# Ryokale working for a triangle but Sixteen defends it easily.
Sixteen engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Sixteen throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Sixteen won't allow Ryokale to sweep him here. Sixteen stays in close to Ryokale's body and controls the position. #T2# The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight. Sixteen throws a big elbow that misses. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ryokale is on top in guard.
#REVR# The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Sixteen 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.#SUB2# Sixteen has his foot on Ryokale's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ryokale works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB# Ryokale postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Sixteen is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Ryokale, into his guard. #REVB# Sixteen won't allow Ryokale to sweep him here. Sixteen looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Ryokale is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T3# Ryokale manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Sixteen manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR##SUB2# Sixteen had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ryokale defends it easily.#SUB2# Sixteen throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Ryokale lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB2# Ryokale avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ryokale works over Sixteen with some ground and pound from guard. Ryokale throws a big right hand that misses. #T4# Sixteen is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. Ryokale distracts Sixteen with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm. Sixteen looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ryokale is one step ahead there. Ryokale is in close to Sixteen's body, working some short punches and elbows. Sixteen utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Ryokale scoring with some ground and pound. Sixteen lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB# Ryokale wants to sweep here but Sixteen controlling him for the moment. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ruddo Ryokale dominated that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2# No joy there for Sixteen, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Ryokale throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Sixteen's waist but Sixteen gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Ryokale off to one side. Sixteen tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Ryokale jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit. Ryokale looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Ryokale connects with a single shot there. Sixteen takes one to the side of the head.
A head kick misses from Ryokale. Ruddo Ryokale is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Ryokale ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Sixteen throws a series of punches but Ryokale avoids them all with ease. A slow jab from Ryokale misses its intended target. #CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position. Sixteen keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Ryokale's efforts to push away. Sixteen tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Ryokale avoids it. Sixteen landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Ryokale slowing the pace effectively. The referee is keeping an eye on Sixteen - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
#T1# Ryokale blocks an elbow strike from Sixteen.
Sixteen has Ryokale pushed against the cage. Sixteen wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#BC# Ryokale's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Sixteen misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ryokale lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.#CL2# Sixteen gets in close and instigates a clinch. Sixteen tries to land knees in the clinch but Ryokale avoids the damage to the body. Sixteen misses with a knee to the head. #TD# Ryokale wants the takedown. Sixteen is fighting it off but Ryokale persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Sixteen's guard against the cage. Ryokale keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Sixteen's head.#SUB2# Sixteen is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ryokale is aware though and is defending well. Ryokale has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. Ryokale passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T2# Sixteen wings away with a couple of strikes but they don't land. Sixteen tries to strike but it doesn't land. Sixteen tries to bench press Ryokale off him but Ryokale keeps the position. Ryokale cracks Sixteen with an elbow. That is naaassty. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Sixteen regains half guard.#SUB2# Sixteen looking for submissions off his back. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Sixteen pushes Ryokale off but Ryokale dives into side control.
Sixteen tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ryokale wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. Ryokale working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
#ROC#Sixteen is rocked! Ryokale cracks Sixteen with a big elbow. Sixteen is still in real trouble! Can Ryokale finish him? Ryokale creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots. Ryokale lands a nice forearm strike. Ryokale in side control here. He's dropped a big elbow there and Sixteen looks hurt! Oh, he is hurt! Ryokale turns on the heat and pounds him out for a TKO victory! Good killer instinct there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:18 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ruddo Ryokale! |
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