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Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary
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Event:
ABW 157 Lopez - Opdvido
Date: Aug 30, 2018 |
#R1##CL2#
Meechum darts in and clinches Ure up against the cage.#TD2#
Meechum manages to pull guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Ure is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Ure stopping the sweep attempt from Meechum.#SUB#
Ure drops back, looking for a kneebar! Meechum looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Meechum looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Meechum! #REVB##SUB2#
Meechum tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Meechum has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Meechum wants to control but Ure is keeping him busy.
Meechum tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T1#
Meechum wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ure keeps working.
Meechum tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Meechum in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Meechum tries to score with some ground and pound. Ure controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Meechum is looking to take a break and control but Ure is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Meechum is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ure is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Meechum misses with an attempted head punch from side control. #SUB2#
Meechum is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ure is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Meechum scores with a couple of short elbows.#T3#
Meechum controlling the position.
Meechum throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#SUB2#
Meechum tries for a kimura but Ure is defending well.
Meechum throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Meechum really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Ure. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB2#
Meechum goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Ure has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Meechum but great work by Ure.#T4##SUB#
Ure working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Ure is breathing heavily.#SUB#
Ure goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Meechum has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Ure but great work by Meechum.
Meechum wants to control but Ure is keeping him busy.
Meechum 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 Ure's shoulder. That is not cool.
Ure is not content to let Meechum control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ure tries to buck Meechum off but Meechum is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Harold Meechum dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Meechum moves in looking to clinch but Ure pushes him off.
Ure feinted with a counter takedown.
Phil Ure is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD2#
Meechum gets the takedown into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ure sneaks back into half guard.
Meechum is keen to just control but Ure is a slippery customer.
Harold Meechum has got the better of the ground game so far.
Meechum not doing much here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Meechum sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Ure defending well though.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1##SUB#
Meechum thows an elbow strike that misses. Ure gets hold of full guard and has managed to get a loose guillotine attempt. Meechum doesn't seem too bothered but Ure quickly shifts his position and has tightened the hold! Meechum is in big trouble now - he's going a funny colour - he's tapping out! Nice finish there! Meechum really should have spotted the danger earlier though... either incompetence or over-confidence has resulted in a big L on his record.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Phil Ure!
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Event:
ABW 155 Blackblood - Kai
Date: Aug 23, 2018 |
#R1#
Kung goes for a double leg but Jones avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Jones continues to drive forward.
Kung misses with a takedown
and Jones counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#TD#
Kung 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#
Kung drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Kung jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Jones looking to control.
Jones is looking to stand back up but Kung counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Jones.
Jones trying to hold on to Kung's head to control him but Kung postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Kung is working for a submission of some sort.
#T1#
Kung throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Kung content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Kung not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Jones blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kung.
Jones is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kung thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Jones's head. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Jones wants to control but Kung is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kung looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SU#
Kung decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Kung with a lazy takedown attempt
and Jones counters with a left and a right that stings Kung.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Davos Kung. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kung with a lazy takedown attempt
and Jones counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jones throws a good cross that connects.
Jones attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #T3#
Jones misses with a low kick.
Jones throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
#TD#
Kung scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Jones tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Kung manages to move to mount!
Kung controlling his opponent. #SU#
Kung stands up from the dominant position. He obviously fancies his chances standing.#T4#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Jones.#CL#
Kung fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Jones, pushing him back against the cage.
Jones has Kung pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Kung manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Kung taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Kung dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Jones is trying to drag Kung to the mat but Kung just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jones being controlled against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Davos Kung will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Jones keeps the fight on the outside.
Kung tries for a takedown but Jones sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Kung misses with a wild combination.
#CL#
Kung clinches.
Jones is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD#
Kung pulls Jones into guard.
Jones must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones tries to stand but Kung is controlling from the bottom.
Jones wants to stand and escape but instead Kung has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
Kung preventing the sweep. #T1#
Kung postures up.
Kung is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Kung seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Jones for as long as he can get away with.
Jones is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Jones might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Kung haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Kung is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Kung slips nicely into half guard.
Kung sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Jones defending well though.
Kung thows a huge punch but Jones dodges it nicely.
Jones looks like he's trying to stand up.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Kung shoots in but Jones avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Davos Kung. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Kung has his takedown stuffed
and Jones counters with a stiff right hand.
Kung shoots in for a takedown but Jones shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Jones throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Kung misses with a takedown
and Jones counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Jones misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kung looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Micheal Jones seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jones misses with a series of wild punches.
Kung tries for a takedown but Jones sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#T4##CL#
Kung fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Jones, pushing him back against the cage.
Jones tries to break free but Kung pushes him back against the cage.
Kung is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Jones pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Jones is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Kung drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Jones wants to get back to striking at distance but Kung won't allow it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kung has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Jones avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Kung is trying to drag Jones to the mat but Jones just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Micheal Jones will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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#
Kung tries to clinch up but Jones circles away and keeps his distance.
Jones replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Kung blocks it well.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kung.
Kung takes one on the button.
Jones lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kung circles away quickly and effectively.
Kung tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Jones paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Jones wants to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones scores with a hook.
Davos Kung seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Jones lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kung at a distance.
Jones looks to land a combination but Kung avoids it well.
Jones fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Kung cracks the inside of Jones's front leg.
Jones fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kung doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Jones counters with a two punch combo.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kung closes the distance and clinches up with Jones, looking for a takedown. Kung pushes Jones against the cage but Jones circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Davos Kung. That's going to take a lot out of him.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kung. #T2#
Kung gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Jones counters with a stiff right hand.
Jones lands a body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jones stuffs the takedown attempt from Kung. Kung gets slowly back to his feet.
Jones looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kung takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Jones throws a right and a left that both miss.
Jones throws a head kick that misses.
Kung has his takedown stuffed
and Jones counters with a one-two to the body. #T3##KD2#
Oooooh!!! Jones has knocked Kung down with a huge combo! Jones steps away and waves a wobbly Kung back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#
Kung is rocked!
Kung takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Oh Kung is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kung fails with the takedown
and Jones counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Kung seems to be squinting his left eye. Perhaps he got a poke in that previous exchange. Jones shows no mercy and swarms him with a barage of strikes! Kung is backing up but Jones catches him with a final right hook that drops him! Kung covers up and the referee steps in to end the fight! Jones Jumps to his feet and flashes his guns to the crowd. Oh yeah, baby! How'd you like them apples?!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:33 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Micheal Jones!
Micheal Jones bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
ABW 154 Perez - Uzo
Date: Aug 21, 2018 |
#R1#
Meechum scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Meechum has his takedown stuffed#CL#
and Killa counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Killa.
Meechum tries to pull guard but Killa won't allow it.
#BC2#
Meechum breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Killa with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Meechum falls off balance throwing a combination
and Meechum takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#
It looks like Danny Meechum has been cut.
Meechum shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Killa defends it nicely.
Killa was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Stone Cold Killa has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Danny Meechum.
Meechum tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Killa swivels and escapes.#CL2#
Meechum fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Killa, pushing him back against the cage.#T1#
Killa pressing his opponent against the cage.
Killa pushes Meechum back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short left from Killa.
Meechum can't get the takedown.
Nice body punch from Killa - that landed with a thud.
Meechum looks winded!
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Killa just misses with a elbow thrown towards Meechum's brow.
Killa makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Killa lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Killa.
Killa lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Killa is stalling here.
Meechum tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Killa smiles and moves away.
#CL2#
Meechum has Killa up against the cage in a clinch.
#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A nice left hand lands by Killa.
Killa lands a body punch.
Killa scores with a shot to the side of Meechum's head.
A left hand lands to the body for Killa.
Killa lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Killa lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #ROC#
Meechum is rocked!
Killa throws a big uppercut that drops Meechum! More strikes from Killa and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Meechum lies dazed against the cage as Killa celebrates with his cornermen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Stone Cold Killa!
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Event:
Royal Fighting Championship 1
Date: Aug 15, 2018 |
#R1##CL#
Johnson closes the distance and clinches.
Rand has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Johnson after a bit of a struggle.
Johnson lands with a left to the head.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Rand tries to pull guard but Johnson forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#BC#
Johnson breaks from the clinch.
Donk. Johnson catches Rand right on the button with a cross.
Nice straight punches there by Johnson. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Johnson.
Rand shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Johnson but Johnson pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Tyce Johnson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ward Rand.#CL#
Johnson gets in close and instigates a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Johnson manages to break the clinch.
Tyce Johnson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Johnson closes the distance and clinches.
Rand is trying to pull guard but Johnson turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Rand is trying to pull guard but Johnson turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#T1#
Johnson lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #BC#
Johnson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Johnson connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CL#
Johnson rushes Rand and presses him up against the cage.
Rand takes a shot to the head.
Rand tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Johnson just stands there and leans against the cage.#BC#
Johnson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL#
Rand gets tackled into the cage by Johnson. Johnson maintains the clinch. #BC#
Johnson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Rand shoots in for a takedown but Johnson shows good takedown defense.
Johnson stuffs the takedown attempt from Rand. Rand gets slowly back to his feet. #CL#
Johnson has managed to clinch.
Johnson scores with an uppercut up the middle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC#
Johnson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Johnson scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T2#
Johnson closes the distance and lands a crisp combination that knocks Rand out cold! Rand corner are devastated, head in hands behind our commentary position. Poor guys.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Tyce Johnson!
An out of breath Tyce Johnson 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:
ABW 147 Benavidez - Blackblood
Date: Jul 24, 2018 |
#R1#
Meechum misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#CL#
Meechum darts in and clinches Ure up against the cage.
Meechum is trying to pull guard but Ure has him pressed against the cage.
Ure wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
#TD#
Meechum decides to pull guard.
Meechum controls Ure momentarily but Ure frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Ure drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Meechum dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Meechum trying to control the position from guard on top but Ure is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Meechum pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ure is keeping the position for now.
Meechum wants to control from the top but Ure keeps moving. #SUB2#
Ure throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Meechum in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Meechum stands up over his opponent, looking to dive in with a big punch. Here he comes, superman style! Oh, the punch misses and Ure has got him in a triangle choke for good measure! Oh no! Meechum manages to get his head free but now Ure has transitioned to an armbar! Meechum grimaces and is forced to tap! Beautiful Jiu Jitsu from Ure! I'd be surprised if that didn't end up as submission of the night!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Phil Ure!
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Event:
ABW 147 Benavidez - Blackblood
Date: Jul 24, 2018 |
#R1#
Brooks tries to land a front kick but Kung steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Brooks throws a shot to the body.
Brooks keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kung fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Brooks lands a front kick.
Brooks lands with a nice combination. Kung backs away looking to recover.
Kung has a takedown stuffed.
Brooks throws out a counter right but Kung avoids it with no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Brooks closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Brooks lands in his opponent's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Brooks scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T1#
Brooks trying to control but Kung is working from the bottom.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Brooks's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Brooks loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Brooks stays in close to Kung's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Kung working for a triangle but Brooks defends it easily.
Brooks with a flurry of punches that miss.
Brooks is stalling in the full guard.
Brooks scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Brooks controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Brooks works over Kung with some ground and pound from guard.
Kung controls Brooks momentarily but Brooks frees himself.
Brooks sitting in guard here, content to control.
Brooks cracks Kung with a solid left hand.
Brooks has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Brooks is stalling in the full guard.
Let's hope that Brooks 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.
Kung preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Brooks content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Brooks trying to control the position from guard on top but Kung is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3##SUB#
Kung has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Brooks can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Brooks landing with the ground and pound.
Brooks content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Kung keeping moving, preventing Brooks from controlling successfully.
Brooks keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kung's head.
Brooks slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Brooks is pushing down on Kung's leg trying to pass to half guard. Kung is fighting to maintain full guard but Brooks has managed to sneak the leg through.
Brooks trying to control from half guard but Kung is working away.
Brooks controlling the action here. #T4#
Kung trying to control from the bottom.
Ground and pound from Brooks.
Kung slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Brooks keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kung's head.
Brooks working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Brooks makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Brooks's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Brooks trying to control the position from guard on top but Kung is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Brooks content to stall in guard here.
Brooks lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Phill Brooks 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#
Kung shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Brooks as he avoids it easily.
Kung shoots in but no luck this time.
We've been informed that Brooks has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Kung dodges the punch combination from Brooks.
Kung darts in trying to clinch#TD2#
and Brooks counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Brooks content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Brooks works over Kung with some ground and pound from guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brooks works over Kung with some ground and pound from guard.
Kung is trying to keep Brooks in close.
Brooks lands a couple of elbows.
Brooks lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T1#
Brooks working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Kung's head.
Brooks cracks Kung with a solid left hand.
Brooks won't allow Kung to get back to his feet.
Brooks keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kung's head.
Kung keeping moving, preventing Brooks from controlling successfully.
Brooks chips away with some ground and pound.
Brooks makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Brooks working some strikes from top position.
Brooks landing with the ground and pound.
Kung controls Brooks momentarily but Brooks frees himself.
Brooks lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Kung has his foot on Brooks's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Brooks works his way back into a safe position though.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T2#
Brooks showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Brooks trying to control the position from guard on top but Kung is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Brooks is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Brooks shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Kung napping and manages to drive through into side control!#SUB2#
Brooks is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Kung knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Brooks controls the position from side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Kung wants to get back to his feet but Brooks drags him back down.
Brooks connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Kung some visible discomfort.
Brooks in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Kung taking a bit of punishment here - Brooks scoring with strikes.
Brooks in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Brooks in side control lands a decent elbow.
Brooks is staying tight to Kung's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Brooks has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Brooks working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
#T4#
Brooks in side control lands a decent elbow.
Brooks wants to control but Kung is keeping him busy.
Brooks working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Kung is not content to let Brooks control the position.
Brooks works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Brooks lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Brooks scores with a couple of short elbows.
Brooks landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Brooks wants to control but Kung is keeping him busy.
Brooks is staying tight to Kung's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Kung is trying to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Phill Brooks showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Kung takes a head kick and keeps coming.
#KD2#
A head kick lands from Brooks that sends Kung to the canvas. Kung tries to scramble back to his feet but Brooks brings him back down into side control. #ROC2#
Kung is rocked!
Phill Brooks has got the better of the ground game so far.
Brooks moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Oh Kung is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kung is looking to regain half guard here but Brooks keeps moving and retains side control.
Brooks 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 Kung's shoulder. That is not cool.
Kung seems to have got his legs back now.
Brooks scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Kung to see if he's OK.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Brooks working the ground and pound.
Brooks scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Kung to see if he's OK.
Kung is looking to reverse the position.
Brooks cracks Kung with a big elbow. Oh, he's hurt! Brooks immediately mounts and start dropping bombs! Kung is done! The referee jumps in and saves him from any more punishment - a quick and decisive finish by Brooks!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Phill Brooks!
After winning the bout, Phill Brooks 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:
ABW 144 Smith - Meat Boy
Date: Jul 12, 2018 |
#R1##CL#
Meechum darts in and clinches Hooligan up against the cage.#TD#
Meechum has clasped his hands together around Hooligan's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Meechum prevents Hooligan from escaping the position.#SUB#
Meechum is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Hooligan has escaped the position, nice work there.
Hooligan is not content to let Meechum control the position.
Hooligan is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Meechum is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Hooligan is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SU#
Meechum decides to stand back up. Meechum steps back and let's Hooligan get back to his feet.
Hooligan lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Meechum backs up against the cage.
#CUT2#
It looks like Danny Meechum has been cut.#KD2#
Hooligan cracks Meechum with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Hooligan has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Meechum to stand back up!#ROC2#
Meechum is rocked!#T1#
Meechum shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Hooligan as he avoids it easily.
Oh Meechum is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Hooligan cracks Meechum with a left hook right on the temple and Meechum goes down! He's out! Referee! Stop the fight! Hooligan lands a few more punches before the dopey ref steps in - hopefully Meechum is OK!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). English Hooligan!
English Hooligan took some time post fight to say the following; 'I JUST MACED YOUR FACE U BATTYCREASE'.
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Event:
ABW 143 Arendse - Kettu
Date: Jul 10, 2018 |
#R1##CL2#
Meechum clinches.
Meechum goes for a takedown attempt but Olegav pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Olegav tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Meechum swivels and escapes.
Olegav darts in looking for a takedown but Meechum gets double underhooks and turns Olegav into the cage. #CL2#
Meechum moves into range and clinches up with Olegav.
Meechum slowing the pace effectively.
Olegav gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Meechum.
#BC2#
Meechum breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#TD2#
Olegav gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Meechum trying to control the position from guard on top but Olegav is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Meechum wanted to stand there but Olegav had control of the position. #T1#
Meechum trying to control but Olegav is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Olegav looking for a guillotine here but Meechum defends easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Meechum trying to control but Olegav is working from the bottom. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Olegav throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Olegav is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Meechum has his hands clasped together but Olegav extends and breaks Meechum's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Olegav.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Karin Olegav!
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Event:
DARE SUBMISSION SERIES 3
Date: Jun 27, 2018 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Harold Meechum (ranked 22188 p4p, 681 weight class) and Fletch Brandis (ranked 2135 p4p, 217 weight class). Brandis has chosen Voodoo as his entrance music. Man, I cannot wait for this one!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Harold Meechum! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Fletch Brandis!
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, William Peck and Trevor Gratis.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Meechum tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Brandis just stands there and leans against the ropes.
Brandis turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Meechum (0) vs (4) Brandis
Brandis is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Meechum has escaped the position, nice work there.
Meechum gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Meechum (0) vs (6) Brandis
Meechum wants to hold on but Brandis pushes him away.
Meechum is in all sorts of trouble here.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Brandis working for a submission but Meechum is keeping him at bay.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brandis goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Meechum is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Meechum (2) vs (6) Brandis
Meechum trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Brandis tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Brandis looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Meechum has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Brandis manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Meechum manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Meechum (2) vs (8) Brandis
Brandis thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Brandis stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Meechum swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Meechum controls Brandis momentarily but Brandis frees himself.
Brandis tries to free his leg and advance position but Meechum is retaining full guard.
Brandis trying to control the position from guard on top but Meechum is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Brandis is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Meechum has his foot on Brandis's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Brandis works his way back into a safe position though.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Brandis trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Brandis has gone for a leg lock! Meechum slips out almost immediately though and dives into Brandis's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Meechum (4) vs (8) Brandis
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Brandis is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Meechum defends well.
Brandis manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Meechum manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Meechum (4) vs (10) Brandis
Meechum has control of Brandis's left arm, preventing Brandis from doing any damage.
Brandis has gone for a leg lock! Meechum slips out almost immediately though and dives into Brandis's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Meechum (6) vs (10) Brandis
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Brandis has his foot on Meechum's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Meechum works his way back into a safe position though.
Meechum trying to control but Brandis is working from the bottom.
Brandis tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Meechum engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Brandis is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Meechum defends well.
Meechum got a little sloppy there for a moment and Brandis has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Meechum has managed to get both his arms back between Brandis's legs - danger averted.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Brandis working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Meechum doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Meechum manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Brandis keeping moving, preventing Meechum from controlling successfully.
Meechum is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Brandis is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Brandis is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Meechum defends well.
Brandis throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Brandis 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.
Brandis escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Meechum gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Brandis is looking for a triangle but Meechum pushes his legs off easily.
Brandis 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: Meechum (6) vs (12) Brandis
Brandis seems to be looking for submissions.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Brandis wants to work for an arm triangle but Meechum is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Brandis passes into side control, despite Meechum's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Meechum (6) vs (15) Brandis
Brandis tries to advance to mount but Meechum denies him.
Brandis is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Meechum has escaped the position, nice work there.
Brandis working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Brandis wants to control but Meechum is keeping him busy.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Meechum stops Brandis from passing to mount.
Meechum can't do much from the bottom here.
Meechum is trying to improve his position.
Brandis swings around for an armbar but Meechum sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Brandis's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Meechum (8) vs (15) Brandis
Brandis 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: Meechum (8) vs (17) Brandis
Brandis is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Meechum defends it well.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Meechum actively working from the bottom here.
Brandis is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Meechum defends it well.
Meechum won't allow Brandis to pass to mount.
Brandis works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Meechum (8) vs (20) Brandis
Brandis moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Meechum has worked his arm free - good work by Meechum!
Brandis tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Brandis is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Meechum has escaped the position, nice work there.
Brandis is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Meechum has escaped the position, nice work there.
Brandis tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Meechum is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Brandis off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Meechum (12) vs (20) Brandis
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Brandis can't escape the position.
Brandis rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Meechum stalling away here and it's allowed Brandis to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Brandis trying to keep a closed guard but Meechum is proving a slippery customer.
Brandis looking to hit a scissor sweep but Meechum is one step ahead there.
Brandis looking for subs off his back but Meechum has passed one foot through into half guard.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Brandis gets back to full guard.
Brandis is trying to control the position but Meechum postures up.
Brandis is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Meechum looking to sit in guard and control but Brandis gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Meechum (12) vs (22) Brandis
Brandis has gone for a leg lock! Meechum slips out almost immediately though and dives into Brandis's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Meechum (14) vs (22) Brandis
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Brandis working a defensive guard here.
Meechum thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Brandis is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Meechum defends well.
Brandis throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Brandis wants to sweep but no luck.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Brandis looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Meechum pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Brandis is keeping the position for now.
Meechum advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Meechum (17) vs (22) Brandis
Brandis is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Meechum off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Meechum (17) vs (26) Brandis
Brandis avoiding Meechum 's attempts to control his hands.
Brandis is looking for the choke from the back position but Meechum is controlling his hands well.
Brandis is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Meechum knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Meechum for a finish.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Brandis tightening his grip on Meechum, looking for the choke.
Brandis is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Meechum knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Meechum for a finish.
Brandis has got his arm under Meechum's chin working for the choke… has he got it? It looks pretty tight! Oh! Meechum has spun round into Brandis's guard beautifully! Well done that man!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Meechum (19) vs (26) Brandis
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Brandis keeping moving, preventing Meechum from controlling successfully.
And that's the end of the fight!
Brandis wins on points by 26 to 19.
A victorious Fletch Brandis thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
ABW 140 Reign - Takano
Date: Jun 21, 2018 |
#R1#
Watkins throws a right and a left that Kung avoids nicely.
Watkins slaps away a takedown attempt from Kung, before circling back to the center of the mat.#CL#
Kung rushes Watkins and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Watkins misses with an elbow strike.
Kung has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Watkins is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Watkins digs a right hand underneath Kung's ribcage. Kung let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Watkins unloads a knee to the mid-section. Kung lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Watkins unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Kung is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Watkins to keep the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Davos Kung. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Watkins working Kung over with knees to the body.
Kung is breathing heavily.
Watkins unloads a knee to the mid-section. Kung lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. #BC2#
Watkins's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T1#
Watkins moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Watkins scores with a head kick.
#CUT2#
It looks like Davos Kung has been cut.
Watkins scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kung in his tracks.
Kung takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#KD2#
Watkins cracks Kung with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Watkins has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Kung to stand back up!#ROC2#
Kung is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#CL2#
Watkins gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Oh Kung is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kung takes an elbow to the temple.
Watkins lands an elbow just above Kung 's eye. #TD2#
Watkins turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Watkins manages to end up in side control.
Watkins working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
#SU2#
Watkins decides to stand back up. #CL2#
Kung gets tackled into the cage by Watkins. Watkins maintains the clinch.
Kung seems to have got his legs back now.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Watkins has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.#TD2#
Watkins pulls guard successfully.
Watkins looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T2#
Watkins is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Kung trying to control but Watkins postures up.
Watkins sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Watkins takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#SUB2#
Watkins maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Kung could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Watkins has cracked it and Kung is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Watkins!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Devin Watkins!
After the big win, Devin Watkins made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Juggernaut And Gladiators(90% Laundry) and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
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Event:
ABW 135 Arendse - Tektas
Date: May 31, 2018 |
#R1##CL2#
Grimdal has managed to clinch.
#BC2#
Grimdal pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Meechum tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Grimdal swivels and escapes.
Meechum with a poor takedown
and Grimdal counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Meechum is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Meechum throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#CL#
Meechum moves into range and clinches up with Grimdal.
A right handed body shot lands from Grimdal.
A short right from Grimdal.
Grimdal lands a knee to the head.
#CUT2#
It looks like Danny Meechum has been cut.
A knee to the head by Grimdal.
Meechum takes a knee right on the jaw!
This has been an exciting period of action!#BC2#
Grimdal breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Grimdal keeps control of Meechum as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Meechum has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Grimdal avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Danny Meechum. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Grimdal throws a knee to the head but misses.
Grimdal lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T1#
Meechum tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Grimdal just stands there and leans against the cage.
Grimdal gets through Meechum's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Grimdal tries a knee to the head but Meechum blocks it.
Meechum has Grimdal pushed against the cage.
Meechum avoiding damage as Grimdal throws knees to the body.
Meechum is working for takedown but Grimdal is calmly controlling the position for now.
Meechum landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Grimdal with a knee to the head.
Grimdal using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Meechum has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Meechum has Grimdal pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Grimdal manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Grimdal lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC2#
Grimdal pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Reggie Grimdal seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Grimdal clinches up against the cage.
Meechum drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#T2#
Meechum tries to land a knee to the head but Grimdal blocks with his arms.
Meechum looking to stall.
Meechum is pushing Grimdal up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Grimdal tries to land a knee to the head but Meechum blocks with his arms.
#BC#
Meechum breaks the clinch.
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!
Meechum dives in for a single leg takedown but Grimdal sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Meechum fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Grimdal is out of range. #CL2#
Grimdal has closed the distance and engaged Meechum in a clinch.
Meechum is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Grimdal is defending well.
Grimdal leaning against his opponent.
#T3##BC2#
Grimdal breaks the clinch.
No luck for Meechum with that takedown attempt.
Meechum is breathing heavily.#CL2#
Meechum tries to keep at a distance but Grimdal has taken the fight into the clinch.
Grimdal lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Meechum takes an elbow to the forehead. #BC2#
Grimdal breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Grimdal moves into the clinch.#BC#
Meechum breaks from the clinch.
#CL2#
Grimdal moves into the clinch successfully.
Grimdal lands a nice elbow. #CUT2#
Danny Meechum's cut is getting worse.
Meechum drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#BC2#
Grimdal's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T4##CL#
Meechum rushes Grimdal and presses him up against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Meechum swings wildly with an uppercut but Grimdal uses good head movement to avoid it.
Grimdal throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Meechum jumps guard but Grimdal stands there with Meechum around his waist. Meechum gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
#BC2#
Grimdal breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Grimdal is trying hard to land a takedown here. Meechum sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Meechum shoots in and drives through. Grimdal sprawls well.
Horrible takedown attempt by Grimdal or perhaps it was just good defense by Meechum, which made it look bad.
A head kick misses from Meechum. #CL2#
Grimdal rushes Meechum and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Meechum tries to pull guard but Grimdal holds him up against the cage and eventually Meechum drops back down to his feet.
Knees to the body from Grimdal.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Reggie Grimdal dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Danny Meechum's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##CL2#
Grimdal moves into the clinch.
Meechum fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Grimdal misses with a knee to the head.
The referee is keeping an eye on Grimdal - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
#BC2#
Grimdal breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nice sprawl there from Grimdal as Meechum shoots in.#CL#
Meechum clinches up with Grimdal and pushes him back against the cage.
Come on Grimdal - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Grimdal blocks an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Meechum jumps guard but Grimdal turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Danny Meechum. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Meechum can't find room to land a body shot as Grimdal controls the action.
Meechum is trying to push Grimdal away but Grimdal has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Grimdal lands an uppercut.#BC2#
Grimdal breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T1##CL#
Meechum gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Grimdal lands an uppercut.#BC2#
Grimdal manages to break the clinch.
#CL2#
Grimdal takes the fight into the clinch.
Grimdal connects with a nasty looking knee right to Meechum's face.
#BC2#
Grimdal's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Meechum attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Meechum pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#CL#
Meechum has taken the fight to the clinch.
Meechum looking for a takedown.
Grimdal with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Meechum takes a knee right on the jaw!
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#BC2#
Grimdal breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Meechum shoots in but Grimdal avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Grimdal throws a counter combo.
Reggie Grimdal seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Meechum fails with the takedown
and Meechum takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Grimdal fails with a takedown attempt.
Meechum looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Danny Meechum is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Grimdal closes the distance and pushes Meechum back into the cage.
Grimdal throws an elbow but it's blocked.
#BC2#
Grimdal escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Grimdal moves out of range of the body kick from Meechum.
Good leg kick by Grimdal there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
#CL#
Meechum has managed to clinch.
Meechum tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Grimdal just stands there and leans against the cage.#T3#
Meechum is trying to pull guard but Grimdal turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Grimdal misses with a knee to the head.
Reggie Grimdal seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Grimdal landing knees to the body.
Grimdal trying to land knees to the body.
Meechum fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#BC2#
Grimdal escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL2#
Grimdal pushes Meechum up against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Grimdal breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2#
Grimdal clinches up against the cage.#BC2#
Grimdal's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Grimdal moves into the clinch successfully.
#BC2#
Grimdal breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Grimdal gets a clinch.
Meechum tries to circle away but Grimdal has him pinned against the cage.
Meechum tries to break free but Grimdal pushes him back against the cage.#T4#
Grimdal tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
#BC2#
Grimdal breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2#
Grimdal instigates a clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Meechum fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#BC2#
Grimdal breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2#
Grimdal forces Meechum back against the cage and clinches.
The referee is keeping an eye on Grimdal - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
#BC2#
Grimdal escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL2#
Grimdal fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Meechum, pushing him back against the cage.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Grimdal gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Grimdal lands a knee to the body.
Meechum fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Meechum fails to pull guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Reggie Grimdal showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Danny Meechum'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. This is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Grimdal gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Grimdal pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Grimdal moves into the clinch.
Meechum tries for a takedown. No joy.
Meechum is trying to drag Grimdal to the mat but Grimdal just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#BC2#
Grimdal breaks the clinch.
Meechum throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Meechum shoots for a double leg takedown but Grimdal sprawls well. He's pushed Meechum's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Danny Meechum. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Grimdal gets a clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Meechum wants to break the clinch but can't.
Meechum is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Grimdal to keep the fight standing.
Grimdal landing knees to the head.
Grimdal tries a knee to the head but Meechum blocks it.
Grimdal comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #T1#
Meechum tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Grimdal smiles and moves away.
Grimdal shoots in but no luck this time. #CL2#
Grimdal moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Grimdal breaks from the clinch.
#CL2#
Grimdal darts in and clinches Meechum up against the cage.
Meechum wants to take the fight to the mat but Grimdal manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Grimdal lands an elbow inside.
Grimdal lands a hook to the side of the head.
Grimdal prevents the takedown attempt.
Grimdal has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Grimdal lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Grimdal scores with a knee to the head.
Grimdal tries a knee to the head but Meechum blocks it.
#BC2#
Grimdal manages to break the clinch.
#CL2#
Grimdal has taken the fight to the clinch.
#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Grimdal looking to throw knees to the head but Meechum is blocking nicely.
Grimdal lands a knee to the head.
#CUT2#
Danny Meechum's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Meechum working hard to break the clinch.
Grimdal stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Meechum tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Grimdal just stands there and leans against the cage.
Grimdal stalling against the cage.
Grimdal tries a knee to the head but Meechum blocks it.
Grimdal landing knees to the head.
Grimdal unloads a knee to the mid-section. Meechum lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. #BC2#
Grimdal's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Grimdal has taken the fight to the clinch.
#BC2#
Grimdal breaks from the clinch.
#CL2#
Grimdal clinches up with Meechum and pushes him back against the cage.#T3##BC2#
Grimdal breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2#
Grimdal closes the distance and clinches.
Grimdal is pressed up against the cage. Meechum has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Grimdal down to the mat. Grimdal avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Grimdal closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Grimdal throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Meechum blocks it with crossed arms.
Meechum is trying to force a seperation but Grimdal has the dominant position.#BC2#
Grimdal breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Grimdal moves into the clinch.
Meechum has had enough of the clinch but Grimdal keeps him there for the moment.
Grimdal scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Grimdal leaning against his opponent.
Meechum fails to pull guard.
Grimdal with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Meechum is trying to break the clinch but Grimdal is controlling him.#T4#
Knees in the clinch landing for Grimdal.
Grimdal'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.
Grimdal working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Grimdal lands a nice knee to the body.
Grimdal is stalling here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Meechum misses with a punch on the inside.
Grimdal connects with a nasty looking knee right to Meechum's face.
#BC2#
Grimdal breaks the clinch.
#CL2#
Grimdal forces Meechum back against the cage and clinches.
Grimdal throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Meechums head.
Danny Meechum has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Reggie Grimdal is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Grimdal lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Reggie Grimdal comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Grimdal 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 Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 26:30
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 26:30
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Reggie Grimdal!
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Event:
ABW 133 Lopez- Uesugi
Date: May 24, 2018 |
#R1##CL2#
Kung closes the distance and pushes Jones back into the cage.#TD2#
Kung decides to pull guard.
Kung tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Kung has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Jones doesn't defend quickly enough and Kung has managed to lock this one up! Can Jones escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Kung on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Davos Kung!
In defeat, Micheal Jones stepped up to the mic, saying 'Damn I Know it Was A Hard Fight Fans, But I'll Win The Next One'.
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Event:
KOFC 104 - Out vs Leonidas
Date: May 12, 2018 |
#R1#
Meechum tries to close the distance and clinch but Beecher swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL2#
Meechum clinches up against the cage.
Beecher misses with a body punch.
Meechum is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Beecher to keep the fight standing.#BC#
Beecher pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Meechum blocks a head kick by Beecher.
Meechum fails with an attempt to clinch.
Meechum shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Beecher as he jumps to the side.
A little feinted left hand from Beecher on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Beecher stuffs the takedown.
Paul Beecher has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Harold Meechum.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Meechum is looking to clinch but Beecher is avoiding it.
Beecher lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #CUT#
It looks like Harold Meechum has been cut.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Beecher.
Harold Meechum seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Meechum closes the distance but Beecher moves to the side
and Beecher counters with a body kick.
Meechum looks winded!#T1#
Beecher connects with a high kick.
Beecher jabs at Meechum's body.
Beecher scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Meechum fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Beecher avoids it really well and circles away.
As Meechum looks to move away, Beecher throws a big counter combo but Meechum just gets out of the way.
Beecher has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Lovelair Muay Thai/MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Beecher lands with a nice body punch.
Beecher circles away from the clinch attempt
and Beecher counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T2#
Beecher scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
#CUT#
That has opened up Harold Meechum's cut even more.
Beecher throws a nice inside leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Meechum seems to be squinting his left eye. Perhaps he got a poke in that previous exchange. Beecher shows no mercy and swarms him with a barage of strikes! Meechum is backing up but Beecher catches him with a final right hook that drops him! Meechum covers up and the referee steps in to end the fight! Beecher Jumps to his feet and flashes his guns to the crowd. Oh yeah, baby! How'd you like them apples?!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Paul Beecher!
In his post fight interview, Paul Beecher started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
ABW 126 Fonseca - Arendse
Date: May 01, 2018 |
#R1##CL2#
Vega closes the distance and clinches.
Kung wants to get back to striking at distance but Vega won't allow it.
Kung tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Vega is looking for a takedown.
Kung changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Vega fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Vincento Vega seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kung shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Vega sprawls well. Vega wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Kung gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Davos Kung. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vega slaps away a takedown attempt from Kung, before circling back to the center of the mat.#CL2#
Vega clinches with his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vega tries for a takedown but Kung manages to get underhooks.
Vega tries for a takedown. No joy.
#TD2#
Vega turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!#SU2#
Vega decides to take the fight back to the feet. #T1#
Kung throws a sloppy head kick and Vega moves out of range easily.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kung.
Vega blocks a head kick by Kung.
#CL2#
Vega pushes Kung up against the cage in a clinch.
Kung tries to break the clinch but Vega is controlling the position.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Kung takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Kung on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
#TD2#
Vega manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Vega bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kung's guard. #REVB#
Vega tries to stand but Kung is controlling from the bottom.
Kung is looking to sweep but instead, Vega has passed into half guard.
#T2#
Vega is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SU2#
Vega stands up out of the half guard.
Kung shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#CL2#
Vega gets a clinch.
Vega holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Vega has Kung pressed against the cage, preventing Kung from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#T3##TD2#
Kung is fighting off a takedown attempt but Vega is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Kung to the mat. Kung regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Vega tries to stand but Kung is controlling from the bottom. #SUB#
Kung throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Vega escapes and throws Kung's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Kung is trying to buck Vega off.#SU2#
Vega has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Vincento Vega is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kung shoots for a takedown but Vega saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#T4#
Vega lands with a nice body punch. #CL2#
Vega rushes Kung and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Vega manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Kung wants to control from the top but Vega keeps moving. #SUB2#
Vega is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Kung preventing the sweep.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vincento Vega dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Vega works over Kung's head and body with a nice combination.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Vega, as that shot connected.
Vega connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CL2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Vega instigates a clinch.
Kung looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Vega is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Kung to keep the fight standing.#TD2#
Vega jumps guard and drags Kung to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Vega can do anything to dispel that myth.#ES2#
Vega has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Kung off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Decent striking displayed by Vega there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
Vega clinches up with Kung and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Vega breaks from the clinch.
Vega lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Vega scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T1#
Kung chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Vega can pounce on him.
#CL2#
Vega moves into range and clinches up with Kung.
Vega is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Kung wants a takedown.
Vega stops a takedown attempt from Kung.
Kung is trying to pull guard but Vega turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Davos Kung. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kung is trying to push Vega away but Vega has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#BC2#
Vega breaks from the clinch.
Vega scores with a three punch combo!
#CL2#
Kung tries to keep at a distance but Vega has taken the fight into the clinch.
Kung is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Vega is defending well for now.
Kung wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
#T2##BC2#
Vega breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2#
Vega closes the distance and clinches.#TD#
Kung pulls Vega into guard.
Kung looking to hit a scissor sweep but Vega is one step ahead there.
Kung wants to stand but Vega is controlling the position.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vega is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SU2#
Vega decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Kung, up you get!
Vega has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
Vega stalks Kung and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Kung's face. Kung staggers backwards, shaken.
Vega connects with a solid leg kick. #CL2#
Vega rushes Kung and presses him up against the cage.
Vega stalls.
Kung prevents a takedown attempt there.
Vega stalling against the cage.
#BC2#
Vega breaks from the clinch.
Vega's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kung under the eye.#CL2#
Vega has Kung up against the cage in a clinch.
#TD2#
Vega has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Kung uses from the top position. #T4#
Kung is looking to stand up but Vega won't let him.
Vega keeping moving, preventing Kung from controlling successfully.
Vega is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Kung throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Vega works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Vega wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vincento Vega showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Vega instigates a clinch.
Kung stalling in the clinch but Vega improves position.
Vega lands with a light punch inside.
Vincento Vega seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Kung is looking to take this one to the mat.
Kung tries to break free but Vega pushes him back against the cage.
Kung is looking to break free of the clinch but Vega has double underhooks. #BC2#
Vega breaks from the clinch.
Kung takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vega scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Kung throws the kick towards the body but Vega avoids it.
Nice sprawl there from Vega as Kung shoots in.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Vega!
Kung looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Davos Kung. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1##CL2#
Vega clinches up against the cage.#TD2#
Vega ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Vega no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Kung stops Vega from standing up. #ES2#
Vega has his feet on Kung's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Kung is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Vega scores with a three punch combo!
Decent striking displayed by Vega there.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Vega.#CL2#
Vega gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kung is trying to pull guard but Vega turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Kung tries to pull guard but Vega forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Stalling in the clinch from Vega.
Kung takes a shot to the head.
Vega crunches a lovely knee into Kung's ribcage.#TD2#
Vega pulls guard.
Vega is pulling down on Kung's head. It's preventing any offense from Kung, at least for the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vincento Vega is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Vega wants to stand but Kung is controlling the position. #T3#
Vega has control of Kung's left arm, preventing Kung from doing any damage.
Vincento Vega has got the better of the ground game so far.
Vega wants to stand but Kung is controlling the position.
Vega is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #ES2#
Vega has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Kung has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#TD2#
Vega pulls Kung into guard.
#T4#
Vega is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Kung in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kung pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vega is keeping the position for now.
Kung postures up in Vega's guard and throws a big left but Vega blocks it. #ES2#
Vega manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#TD2#
Vega successfully pulls guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Vega is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Davos Kung has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SU2#
Vega gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vincento Vega comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Vega 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 Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 25:30
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 26:30
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 25:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vincento Vega!
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Event:
ABW 121 Verygood - Tjack
Date: Apr 10, 2018 |
#R1#
Opstad scores with a nice head shot.
Kung walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kung doesn't manage to clinch there - Opstad circles away.
Opstad throws a jab when Kung was well out of range.
Kung changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Kung looks for a takedown but Opstad sprawls well.#KD2#
Opstad steps into range and cracks Kung with a monster punch that buckles his knees! Kung flops backwards and Opstad dives into his guard looking to finish!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Opstad throwing strikes but missing.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Opstad looking to pass the guard.
Opstad engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB2#
Opstad is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Opstad sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T1##SUB2#
Opstad drops back looking for a leg! Kung is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Kung manages to kick Opstad off! Opstad jumps back into Kung's guard.
Opstad content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Opstad has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Opstad stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kung swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Opstad won't allow Kung to sweep him here.
Opstad is pushing down on Kung's leg trying to pass to half guard. Kung is fighting to maintain full guard but Opstad has managed to sneak the leg through.
Kung is trying to stand back up but Opstad is controlling him
#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SU2#
Opstad postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Kung to stand up.
Opstad tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A combination from Kung does no damage.
Opstad slaps away a takedown attempt from Kung, before circling back to the center of the mat.#TD2#
Opstad shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB2#
Opstad is working for a kimura but Kung is defending it quite comfortably.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Opstad seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Kung on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T3##SUB2#
Opstad has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Kung defend it? Opstad steps over the head and cranks it - Kung is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Opstad!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:10 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Leon Opstad!
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Event:
KOFC 98 - Leonidas/Forclit 3
Date: Apr 08, 2018 |
#R1#
Some wild striking there from Griffin.
Meechum shoots in and drives through. Griffin sprawls well.
Griffin looks to land a combination but Meechum avoids it well.
Griffin misses with a few strikes there.
Griffin misses with a wild body shot. #CL2#
Meechum rushes Griffin and presses him up against the cage.#TD#
Griffin wants the takedown. Meechum is fighting it off but Griffin persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Meechum's guard against the cage.
Meechum pulls Griffin in close to prevent any damage.
Meechum looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Griffin working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Griffin postures up in Meechum's guard and throws a big left but Meechum blocks it.
Meechum looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Meechum utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Meechum 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.
Connects with an elbow from the bottom, proving to the judges that he's still active off his back.#T1#
Meechum working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Griffin.
Griffin throwing strikes but missing.
Meechum 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Griffin tries to free his leg and advance position but Meechum is retaining full guard.
Griffin postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Griffin has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB2#
Meechum working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Griffin doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Griffin manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Griffin postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Meechum working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Griffin.
Griffin lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Griffin with a flurry of punches that miss.
Meechum preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Griffin preventing the sweep. #T2#
Griffin postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Griffin postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Griffin stands up out of Meechum's guard for a moment - Meechum manages to land a nice upkick.
Griffin postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Griffin loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Griffin with a flurry of punches that miss.
Griffin landing some decent shots from guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Griffin accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Griffin working some strikes from top position.
Griffin working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Griffin accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
We've been hearing that Griffin has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Meechum avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Griffin postures up in Meechum's guard and throws a big left but Meechum blocks it.
Griffin is looking to work some ground and pound but Meechum has wrist control.
Meechum utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T3#
Griffin in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Griffin is looking to work some ground and pound but Meechum has wrist control.
Griffin throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Griffin postures up in Meechum's guard and throws a big left but Meechum blocks it.
Griffin is working Meechum over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Griffin connects with a couple of short punches.
Meechum is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Griffin throwing strikes from guard but Meechum blocks nicely.
Griffin won't allow Meechum to sweep him here.
Meechum has momentary wrist control but Griffin slips an elbow through the middle.
Griffin is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Meechum not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Griffin in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T4#
Griffin preventing the sweep.
Meechum looks winded!
Griffin landing with the ground and pound.
Griffin postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#CUT#
It looks like Harold Meechum has been cut.
Griffin trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Griffin throws a big right hand that misses.
Griffin chips away with some ground and pound.
Griffin postures up and lands a big shot to Meechum's brow.
Griffin missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Griffin tries to free his leg and advance position but Meechum is retaining full guard.
Griffin in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Meechum 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.
Griffin throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Meechum works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Meechum is trying to control the position from the bottom.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Griffin accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ryan Griffin dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Harold Meechum's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Meechum is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Griffin.
Meechum is looking to clinch. #CL#
Griffin gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Meechum jumps guard but Griffin turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Griffin prevents the takedown attempt.
Griffin is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Meechum can do to turn this around?#TD#
Griffin pulls Meechum into guard.
#SUB#
Meechum avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Meechum stands and throws Griffin's legs to the side, diving into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Meechum trying to control the position but Griffin is working away.
Griffin gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Ryan Griffin overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Griffin looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T1#
Meechum seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Griffin does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Meechum looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Griffin with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Griffin flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Meechum wants to lay and pray for a moment but Griffin keeps working.
Griffin trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Griffin regains half guard.
Meechum is trying to control the action in half guard but Griffin is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Griffin looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Griffin is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Meechum pulls his head out easily. #T2#
Meechum blocks the strikes from Griffin.
#SUB#
Griffin looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Griffin throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
#SUB#
Griffin is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Meechum pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Meechum is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Griffin is trying to maintain the position but Meechum is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Meechum is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T3##SUB#
Griffin looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Meechum trying to control the action but Griffin is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Griffin looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Griffin has a hand on Meechum's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Meechum takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Griffin tries to hold on but Meechum postures up.#T4#
Meechum raining down shots from the mount!
Griffin tries to hold on but Meechum pushes him away.
Griffin is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
Meechum blocks Griffin's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Griffin tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Griffin tries to lock up and control but Meechum gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Meechum wants to control the pace but Griffin is squirming around nicely.
Meechum fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Griffin is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
Griffin tries to hold on but Meechum postures up.
Griffin throwing hammer fists to the chest of Meechum. What's that going to do exactly?
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Harold Meechum will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Harold Meechum's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3##TD#
Griffin gets the takedown into side control.
Meechum is trying to get back to half guard.
Meechum is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Griffin has an Americana. Meechum didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Griffin is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Griffin hooks up with any of them at the after show party.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Ryan Griffin!
Ryan Griffin decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
ABW 120 Bear - Belov
Date: Apr 05, 2018 |
#R1#
Carballo stuffs the takedown attempt from Meechum. Meechum gets slowly back to his feet. #CL2#
Carballo clinches with his opponent.
#BC#
Meechum breaks the clinch.
#CL#
Carballo gets tackled into the cage by Meechum. Meechum maintains the clinch. #BC#
Meechum pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Meechum clinches up against the cage.#TD2#
Carballo is trying to trip Meechum. He has hold of a leg but Meechum is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Carballo persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Carballo stays in close to Meechum's body and controls the position.
Meechum is looking to stand up but Carballo isn't so interested in that idea.
Carballo works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T1#
Carballo trying to control the pace.
Carballo stops Meechum from getting back to his feet.
Carballo passes into side control, despite Meechum's attempt to control the position.
Carballo takes a little break here. Meechum wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Let's hope that Carballo 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.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Meechum tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Meechum is working hard here to advance position.
Carballo just content to control the position.
It looks like Carballo might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T3##TD2#
Carballo shoots in and gets a takedown into Meechum's guard.
Carballo looking to pass the guard.
Meechum working a defensive guard here.
Carballo is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Carballo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Meechum is keeping the position for now.
Meechum trying to keep a closed guard but Carballo is proving a slippery customer.
#T4##SUB#
Meechum is looking for a triangle here but Carballo uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Carballo happy to just control the position for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Meechum is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Carballo is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gustavo Carballo dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Meechum fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Carballo checks it well.
Meechum shoots for a double leg takedown but Carballo sprawls well. He's pushed Meechum's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Despite the aggression on Carballo's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Meechum looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Carballo is fending him off so far but Meechum persists. Nope, Carballo circles away and we're back to standing.
Carballo lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#TD2#
Carballo scores with a takedown into Meechum's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Carballo controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Carballo prevents Meechum from getting back to his feet.
Carballo postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Carballo controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Meechum will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T1#
Meechum is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Meechum can't keep his opponent in guard - Carballo advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Carballo in particular looking to stall.
Meechum is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Carballo's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Carballo's back!
Carballo has hold of Meechum's arm. He needs to escape this position sooner or later but for now he's happy enough to control the position and prevent the submission attempts.#T2#
Meechum is trying to stick to Carballo's back but Carballo is turning into Meechum. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Meechum's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Carballo.
Carballo forces his way into half guard.
Meechum punching from the bottom.
Carballo with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Meechum is trying to maintain the position but Carballo is very close to passing his half guard.#T3#
Meechum is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Carballo is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Carballo in particular looking to stall.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL#
Meechum has Carballo up against the cage in a clinch.
Carballo fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2#
Carballo jumps guard.
Meechum looking to sit in guard and control but Carballo gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Carballo slips nicely into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gustavo Carballo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Meechum throws a right and a left that both miss.
Despite the aggression on Carballo's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Carballo slaps away a takedown attempt from Meechum, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Meechum looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Carballo is fending him off so far but Meechum persists. Nope, Carballo circles away and we're back to standing.
Carballo dives in and grabs Meechum's left leg, looking for a takedown. Meechum pushes down on Carballo's head and hops out.
Meechum throws a counter high kick but Carballo was just alert enough to avoid it.#CL2#
Carballo forces Meechum back against the cage and clinches.
Meechum tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Danny Meechum. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC#
Meechum breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Meechum closes the distance and clinches up with Carballo, looking for a takedown. Meechum pushes Carballo against the cage but Carballo circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#TD2#
Carballo decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Meechum is looking to get back to is feet but Carballo passes into side control.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Meechum is trying to control Carballo's posture but Carballo avoids it. #T1#
Carballo taking a breather here.
Carballo gets to mount! Meechum was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Carballo sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SU2#
Carballo is standing up out of mount! Strange tactic there - he must really want this one on the feet! #CL#
Meechum darts in and clinches Carballo up against the cage.#TD2#
Carballo has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Meechum uses from the top position.
Meechum wants to control from the top but Carballo keeps moving. #SU#
Carballo is working an open guard so Meechum takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#CL2#
Carballo closes the distance and pushes Meechum back into the cage.
Gustavo Carballo is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Carballo prevents a takedown attempt there.
#T3#
Meechum is looking for a takedown.#TD2#
Carballo decides to pull guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Carballo is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Carballo content to stall in guard here.
Meechum looking to control.
Carballo slips nicely into half guard.#T4#
Meechum wants to get back to full guard but Carballo has mounted him!
Gustavo Carballo has got the better of the ground game so far.
Meechum keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Carballo content just to control the position here.
Danny Meechum has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gustavo Carballo comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Carballo 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 Arvi Lind scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 27:30
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gustavo Carballo!
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Event:
IHOF V: Vendetta
Date: Mar 31, 2018 |
#R1#
Grappler Worldwide stuffs the takedown attempt from Rand. Rand gets slowly back to his feet.
A looping hook to the body misses from Grappler Worldwide. Rand does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rand doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD2#
and Grappler Worldwide counters with a shoot takedown. Rand fights it but they end up in guard.
Grappler Worldwide distracts Rand with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB2#
Grappler Worldwide thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Grappler Worldwide is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Grappler Worldwide got a little sloppy there for a moment and Rand has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Grappler Worldwide has managed to get both his arms back between Rand's legs - danger averted.
Grappler Worldwide advances position into side control!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1##SUB2#
Grappler Worldwide thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Grappler Worldwide in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Rand is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). The Greatest Grappler Worldwide!
The Greatest Grappler Worldwide thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
IHOF IV: The Ides of March
Date: Mar 10, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
Rand scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Nakamura gets full guard.
Rand wants to control from the top but Nakamura keeps moving.
Rand should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Rand pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nakamura is keeping the position for now.
Rand stops Nakamura from standing up.
Nakamura is trying to control the position but Rand postures up.
Rand stands and throws Nakamura's legs to the side, diving into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nakamura is not content to let Rand control the position.
Nakamura can't do much from the bottom here. #T1#
Nakamura is letting Rand control him for a moment.
Nakamura is trying to improve his position.
Nakamura is working hard here to advance position.
Rand scores with a couple of short elbows.
Who's going to make the next move?
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nakamura tries to buck Rand off but Rand is having none of it.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Nakamura gets back to half guard.
Nakamura wants to get back to full guard.
Nakamura gets full guard.
Nakamura looking to control.
Nakamura being controlled here, momentarily. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Nakamura lands with an overhand left.#T3##TD2#
Rand drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#ES#
Nakamura bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!#TD2#
Rand closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #SUB2#
Rand is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Nakamura is just riding it out for now. Rand eventually gives up the hold.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nakamura tries to get to full guard but Rand has control of the leg. #T4#
Nakamura gets full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nakamura wants to sweep but no luck.
Rand trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rand is looking to work some ground and pound but Nakamura has wrist control.
Rand looking to pass the guard.
Nakamura trying to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Shinsuke Nakamura will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Nakamura gets a takedown into half guard.
Rand trying to control from the bottom.
Shinsuke Nakamura overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Nakamura is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Rand sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Rand is defending against the submission attempts here by Nakamura.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nakamura is trying to control the action in half guard but Rand is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T1#
Rand wants to get back to full guard but Nakamura has passed into side control.
Rand stops Nakamura from passing to mount.
Nakamura is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rand can do to turn this around?#SUB#
Nakamura is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Rand knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Nakamura is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Rand has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Nakamura tries for a kimura but Rand is defending well. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Rand sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Rand lands a couple of sideways elbows.
Rand is refusing to be controlled, as Nakamura sits in half guard.
Nakamura is just content to waste time from the top position. Rand takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Rand looking to control.
Nakamura cracks Rand with a solid left hand.
Rand is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Nakamura not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T3##SUB2#
Rand is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Nakamura is aware though and is defending well.
Nakamura controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Nakamura's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Nakamura shoots in and drives through. Rand sprawls well.
Shinsuke Nakamura is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD2#
Rand drives through with a takedown into guard.
Rand looking to sit in guard and control but Nakamura gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Rand wants to control but Nakamura passes easily into half guard.
Rand is looking to improve his position.
#T4##SUB#
Nakamura seems to be working for a kimura but Rand defends the submission attempt.
Nakamura trying to control from Rand's half guard. Rand has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Rand working a defensive guard here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nakamura is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Rand keeping moving, preventing Nakamura from controlling successfully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Shinsuke Nakamura dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Nakamura shoots for a takedown but Rand saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#TD#
Rand gets caught napping as Nakamura dives in and scores a takedown. Rand manages to retain guard.
Rand tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Rand can't keep his opponent in guard - Nakamura advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Rand has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Nakamura is working away from the top position though.
Rand wants to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Nakamura is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Rand has managed to free his arm - good work.
Rand moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T1#
Nakamura with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Nakamura drops back, looking for a kneebar! Rand looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Rand looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Rand! #REVB#
Nakamura wants to get back to his feet.
Nakamura is looking for a sweep.
Nakamura is trying to work for a sweep but Rand has mounted him!#SUB2#
Rand working for a guillotine from mount but Nakamura is in no mood to give up. #T2#
Nakamura regains half guard.
Nakamura trying to hold on to Rand's head to control him but Rand postures up.
#SUB2#
Rand is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Nakamura has managed to free his arm - good work.
The fighters are battling for position here. Nakamura manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T3#
Rand stopping the sweep attempt from Nakamura.
Nakamura keeping moving, preventing Rand from controlling successfully.
Rand is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Nakamura looking for a guillotine here but Rand defends easily.
Rand trying to control the position from guard on top but Nakamura is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Rand got a little sloppy there for a moment and Nakamura has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Rand has managed to get both his arms back between Nakamura's legs - danger averted.
Nakamura 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.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
Nakamura looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Ward Rand has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Shinsuke Nakamura is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Nakamura trying to control but Rand is working from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Shinsuke Nakamura showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Nakamura 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 Jonathan Paton scores the fight for Shinsuke Nakamura!
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight for Shinsuke Nakamura!
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight for Shinsuke Nakamura!
Shinsuke Nakamura wins by unanimous decision!
Shinsuke Nakamura thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
KOFC 90 - Out vs Runt
Date: Feb 25, 2018 |
#R1#
Nice sprawl there from Griffith as Meechum shoots in.
Griffith stuffs the takedown.
Meechum doesn't manage to clinch there - Griffith circles away.
Meechum takes one on the chin but seems OK.
#CUT#
It looks like Harold Meechum has been cut.
Meechum shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Griffith defends it nicely.
Anthony Griffith has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Harold Meechum.
Griffith misses with a double jab.
Griffith avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Griffith misses with a telegraphed body shot
#CL2#
and Meechum counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Meechum.
Meechum is trying to pull guard but Griffith turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Meechum tries to pull guard but Griffith won't allow it.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Griffith.#T1##BC#
Griffith breaks the clinch.
Meechum has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Griffith finds it's way round the side to connect with Meechum's head.
Meechum misses with a takedown
and Griffith counters with a left to the body.
Meechum takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Griffith misses with a few strikes there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Griffith. Meechum does a little dance to reset his feet.
Meechum moves in looking to clinch but Griffith pushes him off.
Griffith goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Griffith will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Meechum is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Meechum doesn't manage to clinch there - Griffith circles away.
Harold Meechum seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
No joy there for Griffith, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Griffith lands a body shot.
Griffith throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Meechum looks winded!
Griffith cracks Meechum with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#CUT#
That has opened up Harold Meechum's cut even more.
Some wild striking there from Griffith.
Meechum tries to counter by closing the distance.
Meechum closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Griffith lands with a cross. #CUT#
The cut above Harold Meechum's eye is starting to cause him problems now.#TD2#
Meechum scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Griffith is trying to get back to full guard.#SU2#
Meechum stands up out of the half guard. #T3#
Meechum shoots in for a takedown but Griffith shows good takedown defense.
Griffith swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Meechum.
Griffith throws a right and a left that both miss.
Anthony Griffith is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Griffith defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Meechum.
Griffith scores with a body shot.
Griffith scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Griffith is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Griffith thuds a left hand into Meechum's body.
Griffith scores with a shot to the body.
Griffith stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#CUT#
Harold Meechum's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Harold Meechum's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Anthony Griffith!
Anthony Griffith 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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