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Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary
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Event:
QFC Tournament 1124 Round 1
Date: Nov 21, 2022 |
#R1#
Leo tries to score a power double leg takedown but Roberts sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Leo somewhat.
Roberts has a takedown stuffed.
A head kick misses from Roberts.
Leo with a nice calf kick.
Leo darts in looking for a takedown but Roberts gets double underhooks and turns Leo into the cage. #CL#
Roberts instigates a clinch. #TD#
Roberts pulls guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Leo trying to control but Roberts is working from the bottom. #SU2#
Leo stands and steps away. Roberts gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Roberts stuffs the takedown attempt from Leo. Leo gets slowly back to his feet.
Lenny Roberts has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leon Leo.#T1##CL#
Roberts instigates a clinch. #TD#
Leo is fighting off a takedown attempt but Roberts is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Leo to the mat. Leo regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Leo pushes Roberts off and scrambles back to his feet.
#CL#
Roberts drives through and clinches with Leo against the cage.
Leo wants to break free but Roberts has control.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Roberts as Leo tries to tie him up. #TD#
Roberts ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Roberts no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SU2#
Roberts is working an open guard so Leo takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#T2##CL#
Roberts has managed to 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!
Roberts scores with a hook to the body.
Leo drops down looking for an ankle pick but Roberts pulls his leg out and moves away.
Leo fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Roberts avoids it really well and circles away.
Leo moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Roberts has a takedown stuffed.
Roberts misses with a body shot.
Leo keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Roberts is breathing heavily.#T3#
Leo shoots in and drives through. Roberts sprawls well.
Roberts throws a good cross that connects.
Roberts gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Leo fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL#
Roberts has managed to clinch.
Roberts is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Leo wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Leo is trying to drag Roberts to the mat but Roberts just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Leo looking for a takedown. #T4##TD2#
Leo decides to pull guard. #SUB2#
Leo has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Roberts can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Leo looking for a guillotine here but Roberts defends easily.
Roberts wants to pass the guard but Leo is keeping the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Lenny Roberts dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Leo is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Leo throws a sloppy head kick
and Roberts cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Roberts defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Leo.
Roberts changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Roberts shoots for a takedown but Leo saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#TD#
Roberts drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Leo manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Leo swinging wildly here.
#CL#
Roberts moves into the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Leo is trying to drag Roberts to the mat but Roberts just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#T1##BC2#
Leo manages to break the clinch.
#CL#
Roberts has taken the fight to the clinch.
Leo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Roberts's elbow.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Leo tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Roberts just stands there and leans against the cage.
Lenny Roberts has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leon Leo.
Roberts digs a right hand into Leo's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Leo's gas tank.
Leo tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Roberts smiles and moves away.
Roberts misses with a head kick.
Roberts fails with a takedown attempt.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T2#
Roberts tries for a takedown but Leo sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Leo has a takedown stuffed.
Leo keeps the fight on the outside.
Roberts stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Roberts wants it to stay on the feet.
Leo tries to clinch up
and Roberts counters with a two punch combo.
Leo wants to clinch up but Roberts keeps it at a distance.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Leo is defended easily by Roberts.#T3##CL2#
Leo pushes Roberts up against the cage in a clinch.
Roberts is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Leo can do to turn this around?
Leo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
With the fighters up against the cage, Roberts throws an elbow but misses.
Leo can't get the takedown.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Roberts just misses with a elbow thrown towards Leo's brow.
Leo is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#TD2#
Leo decides to pull guard. #ES2#
Leo manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#TD2#
Leo ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Leo no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #T4#
Roberts stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Leo swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Roberts wants to stand and escape but instead Leo has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB#
Leo passes into half guard.
Leo lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Well, if Leo is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
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!
Roberts taking some punishment here, with Leo in his half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Leon Leo will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Leo moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Roberts stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Roberts wants it to stay on the feet.
Lenny Roberts is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Roberts shoots in for a takedown but Leo shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Roberts tries to score a power double leg takedown but Leo sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Roberts somewhat.#CL#
Roberts has taken the fight to the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Roberts gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Leo manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Leo tries for a takedown but Roberts manages to get underhooks.
#T1#
Leo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Leo stalling in the clinch but Roberts improves position.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Roberts blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Leo is trying to push Roberts away but Roberts has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Leo goes for a takedown in the clinch but Roberts prevents it.
Lenny Roberts has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Leon Leo.#TD2#
Leo manages to pull guard.
Leo is controlling Roberts's posture.
Roberts has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Leo looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Roberts trying to control the position from guard on top but Leo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2##SUB2#
Roberts has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Leo to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Roberts is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Leo pulls down on the head and he's put Roberts to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:29 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Leon Leo! |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 67
Date: Jun 23, 2021 |
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Norling tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ortiz swats him away and circles back towards the center.
We've been told by Norling's head coaches at Valentinas Darlings that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Ortiz takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CUT#It looks like Carter Ortiz has been cut.
Norling rushes Ortiz and starts throwing punches like they are going out of style! Ortiz is up against the cage and has nowhere to go. Norling piles on the pressure and Ortiz crumples to the floor! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nils Norling!
After the fight, Nils Norling was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
C43: Orochi vs. James
Date: Jun 13, 2021 |
#R1#
Butabi bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Guatar's head.
Butabi has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Beasties in the buildup to the fight.#TD#
Butabi dives in and scores a takedown into Guatar's guard.
Butabi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Guatar is keeping the position for now.
Butabi trying to move into half guard but instead Guatar has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Butabi being controlled here, momentarily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Butabi throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Guatar sitting in guard here, content to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Butabi is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Guatar is aware though and is defending well.
Butabi can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Guatar controls the pace.
Butabi keeping full guard, as Guatar tries to pass. #T1##SUB#
Butabi is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Guatar rolls with it to try and escape but Butabi cranks on the arm and Guatar is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Steve Butabi!
Steve Butabi seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 61
Date: May 26, 2021 |
#R1#
Mills fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ortiz manages to avoid it.
Ortiz looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Ortiz slips a jab from Mills.
Nice defenses there by Ortiz.
Ortiz jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Ortiz looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Mills does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Ortiz appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Mills lands a nice shot that snaps Ortiz's head back.
#CUT2#It looks like Colby Ortiz has been cut.
Mills swings widly with a right hand
and Ortiz cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mills misses with a lunging right hand
and Mills takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mills throws the left hand but Ortiz avoids the punch easily.
Ortiz swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#CL2#
Mills gets a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mills'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.
Ortiz has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Mills after a bit of a struggle. #T1#
Mills lands a shoulder strike.
Mills is stalling here.
Mills cracks Ortiz with a nice body shot.
Ortiz is breathing heavily.
Mills will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Ortiz up against the cage.
Mills taking a breather.
Mills throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ortizs head.
Ortiz blocks a body shot from Mills.
Mills controlling the action here for a moment.
Ortiz leaning his opponent against the cage.#T2#
Mills has a couple of punches blocked by Ortiz.
Mills lands a hook that snaps the head of Ortiz backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Mills fails to land.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
The referee is keeping an eye on Mills - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Mills will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Ortiz up against the cage.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Edward Mills.
Ortiz closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #CL2#
Ortiz tries to keep at a distance but Mills has taken the fight into the clinch.#T3#
Ortiz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mills is trying to stall.
Mills misses with some punches.
Mills has Ortiz pushed against the cage.
The referee is keeping an eye on Mills - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Mills misses with a body punch.
Mills misses with a body punch.
Ortiz can't find room to land a body shot as Mills controls the action.
Ortiz blocks an uppercut.
Ortiz is looking to take this one to the mat.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Ortiz as Mills tries to tie him up. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Mills lands an uppercut.
Mills taking a breather.
Mills misses with some punches.
Mills tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ortiz is trying to push Mills away but Mills has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Mills has Ortiz pressed against the cage.
Mills goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short right from Mills on the inside.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mills can't find room to land a body shot as Ortiz controls the action.
Ortiz fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Colby Ortiz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ortiz tries to pull guard but Mills holds him up against the cage and eventually Ortiz drops back down to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Edward Mills dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Colby Ortiz's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Mills missing with a left hand there. Ortiz was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A counter left hand to the body from Ortiz misses its target.
Ortiz slips a jab from Mills.
Ortiz feinted with a counter takedown.
A slow jab from Mills misses its intended target.
Mills waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ortiz.
Mills misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ortiz.
Mills throws the left hand but Ortiz avoids the punch easily.
Ortiz lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Mills falls off balance throwing a combination
#TD#
and Ortiz counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mills is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Mills utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Mills looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ortiz tries to free his leg and advance position but Mills is retaining full guard.
Ortiz connects with a couple of short punches.#T1#
Mills is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ortiz stands up over Mills, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Mills has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Mills doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Ortiz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mills swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Mills throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Mills is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Mills really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Ortiz. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#ES2#
Mills manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Mills lands a jab-cross combination.
Mills misses with a low kick as Ortiz jumps back.#T2#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Mills.
Ortiz blocks a low kick nicely.
Mills misses with a double jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Ortiz misses the target.
Mills goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mills throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ortiz feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Ortiz staying out of range there.#CL2#
Ortiz gets tackled into the cage by Mills. Mills maintains the clinch.
Ortiz tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Ortiz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Mills stalling.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ortiz. #T3#
Ortiz has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Mills after a bit of a struggle.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mills.
Mills scores with a shot to the side of Ortiz's head.
Mills lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ortiz.
Mills lands a shot to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Mills works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Come on Mills - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Mills controlling the action here for a moment.
Ortiz can't get the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Colby Ortiz. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
Mills lands a left hand.
Ortiz blocks an uppercut.
Mills lands a body shot.
Mills lands a nice shot to the body.
Ortiz is trying to drag Mills to the mat but Mills just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Ortiz fails to pull guard.
Ortiz tries to break the clinch but Mills is controlling the position.
Ortiz has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Mills is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Mills.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Edward Mills showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Colby Ortiz's cut.
That's time! Ortiz's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Mills tries to work over Ortiz's front leg with a kick but Ortiz checks it.
A counter left hand to the body from Ortiz misses its target.#KD2#
Mills drops Ortiz with a beautiful combination! Ortiz stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Mills is looking for the KO!#ROC2#Ortiz is rocked!
Ortiz is wiping some vaseline out of his eye. Mills doesn't give a rats ass about fair play and cracks him with a massive hook to the side of the head! Ortiz crumples to the floor out cold! The cornerman is going to be in Ortiz's bad books for that mishap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:16 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Edward Mills!
Post fight, an emotional Edward Mills said 'Ho ho ho Dragonball Z I Mr. Pickle Punch! I tricky! I winner'.
In defeat, Colby Ortiz stepped up to the mic, saying 'I've been with BFC for a long time. I appreciate the opportunities I have been given. This was my last fight here. Thanks to Benji and everyone who has contributed to the company. See ya around. '. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 60
Date: May 22, 2021 |
#R1#
Ortiz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Curtis.
Curtis defending well as Ortiz loads up on a big left hand.
A nice leg kick from Curtis, right into the meat of the thigh.
Ortiz takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Curtis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ortiz fails in his attempt to clinch.
Curtis swings for the body but Ortiz moves out of range.
Curtis fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Ortiz keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Curtis connects with a solid leg kick.
Curtis throws a low kick but it's checked well by Ortiz.
Curtis takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Curtis throws a head kick that misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Curtis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ortiz moves away.
Ortiz wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#T1#
Ortiz doesn't manage to clinch there - Curtis circles away.
Ortiz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Curtis manages to avoid it.
Curtis thinks about the counter body kick.
Curtis scoring well with a low kick there.
Ortiz misses the shot to the body.
Curtis scoring well with a low kick there.
A good leg kick by Ortiz.
Curtis throws a right and a left that Ortiz avoids nicely.
Ortiz lands with a straight right. Curtis didn't see that one coming.
Ortiz ducks right into an uppercut from Curtis.
Curtis throws a leg kick but Ortiz sees it coming and moves out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from Ortiz misses its target.
Ortiz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Curtis.
Curtis takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T2#
Good shot there by Curtis.
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!
Ortiz avoids the head kick by Curtis.
Ortiz tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Curtis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Curtis throws a series of punches but Ortiz avoids them all with ease.
It looked like Ortiz was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Curtis.
Ortiz uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Curtis.
Ortiz wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Curtis slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Ortiz takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Ortiz is looking for a counter combo.
Ortiz fails in his attempt to clinch.
Ortiz's corner calls for a 1-2. Ortiz obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Ortiz misses with a lunging right hand
and Curtis cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Curtis throws a jab but it's blocked by Ortiz.
Ortiz wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Ortiz misses with a straight right.
Curtis thinks about the counter body kick.#T3#
Ortiz checks a leg kick.
Curtis tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ortiz was well out of range. Poor timing from Curtis.
Curtis goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Curtis checks a leg kick.
Ortiz missing with a left hand there. Curtis was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Curtis is looking to land body kicks.
Ortiz lands a jab-cross combination.
Curtis throws a combination that misses
enabling Ortiz to counter with a crisp jab.
Ortiz misses with a few strikes there.
Ortiz swinging wildly here.
Ortiz avoids the body shot from Curtis.
Curtis falls off balance throwing a combination
and Ortiz counters with a right hand to the body. #T4#
Curtis misses with an attempted mid kick.
Curtis stuns Ortiz with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ortiz is looking to clinch but Curtis is avoiding it.
Ortiz fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Curtis is looking to score with low kicks.
Curtis swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ortiz catches Curtis with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Curtis lands a head shot.
Jab from Ortiz.
Curtis throws a leg kick which misses Ortiz's front leg but catches the back leg as Ortiz tries to avoid it.
Ortiz checks a leg kick nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Darry Curtis dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Curtis with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Ortiz to score with a decent uppercut.
Curtis paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Curtis misses with a few strikes there.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Ortiz.
Ortiz throws a lazy right hand but Curtis sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
It looks like Ortiz has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Curtis connects with a body shot.
Ortiz lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Ortiz looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Curtis misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Curtis throws a jab when Ortiz was well out of range.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Ortiz might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Ortiz moves in looking to clinch but Curtis pushes him off.
Curtis connects with a leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Curtis doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T1#
Ortiz checks the leg kick nicely there.
Ortiz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Curtis manages to avoid it.
Ortiz is looking to clinch but Curtis is avoiding it.
Ortiz tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Curtis manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Curtis doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Ortiz fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Ortiz lands with a hook. Curtis tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Curtis lands a jab-cross combination.
Ortiz checks a low kick from Curtis.
Ortiz is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Curtis.
Ortiz avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Curtis fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ortiz manages to avoid it.
Ortiz throws an overhand right that lands on Curtis's shoulder, as Curtis tries to avoid the shot.
Ortiz chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Curtis can pounce on him.
#T2#
A swing and a miss from Curtis.
Ortiz wants to clinch
and Curtis counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Curtis wants to land a leg kick but Ortiz is out of range.
Curtis is looking to score with low kicks.
No joy there for Ortiz, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Ortiz is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Curtis.
Curtis throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Curtis misses with a head kick.
Ortiz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ortiz rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Curtis moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A low kick from Ortiz is predictable there
and Curtis counters with a nice uppercut.
Curtis has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
Curtis bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Ortiz throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ortiz looks to land a combination but Curtis avoids it well.
Curtis looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ortiz walks into a left hand.
Ortiz lands with an overhand left.
Curtis takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Curtis ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ortiz moves away.
Curtis throws a right and a left that both miss.
Curtis swings for the body but Ortiz moves out of range.
Ortiz tries to counter by clinching up but Curtis breaks away and moves out of range.
Darry Curtis seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ortiz connects with a single shot there.
Curtis connects with a good right hand that stumbles Ortiz. Ortiz circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T4#
Curtis with a jab.#ROC2#Ortiz is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Curtis turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Oh Ortiz is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Curtis scores with a leg kick.
Ortiz seems to have got his legs back now.
Ortiz is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Ortiz tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Curtis is able to avoid easily.
Curtis moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Ortiz tries to bum rush Curtis with a series of wild strikes but Curtis uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Curtis scores with a jab. Ortiz acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Curtis cracks Ortiz on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Ortiz falls backwards against the cage. Curtis follows up with more strikes that drop Ortiz to his knees. Curtis keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Ortiz! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Darry Curtis! |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 60
Date: May 22, 2021 |
#R1##KD2#
Kulina lands a left and a right that send Ortiz crashing to the mat, dazed. Kulina thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#Ortiz is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Carter Ortiz has been cut.
Kulina scores with a jab to the head.
Oh Ortiz is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Ortiz avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kulina tries to clinch there but Ortiz circles away.
Ortiz appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#KD2#
Kulina lands a big right hand that sends Ortiz crashing to the mat! Kulina stays standing though and waves Ortiz back to his feet!
Kulina has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ortiz defending well as Kulina loads up on a big left hand.
Kulina fakes the leg kick and throws a superman punch. It's knocked Ortiz out cold! Brutal finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Justin Kulina!
A victorious Justin Kulina 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:
WCF 72: Tofail vs Cortez 2
Date: May 15, 2021 |
#R1#
Papo fails to land the takedown.
Vaughn stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Vaughn wants it to stay on the feet.
Vaughn scores with a decent looking hook.#TD#
Papo is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Vaughn's half guard.
Papo has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Papo landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Papo is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Papo is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Vaughn!
Papo with shots to the head and body - Vaughn looks very uncomfortable down there.
Papo controlling his opponent. #T1#
Vaughn is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Papo looking to control and managing it successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Papo with good strikes from the mount here!
Papo 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.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Papo controlling the pace for now.
Vaughn blocking the ground and pound.
Papo controlling from mount.
Papo lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Papo controlling from mount. #T3#
Papo in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Poor strikes thrown by Papo there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Vaughn tries to buck Papo off but he can't manage it.
Vaughn holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Papo tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Papo content just to control the position here. #ES2#
Vaughn bucks up and throws Papo to the side - he's got back to his feet. Great escape!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Vaughn fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Hiroshi Papo dominated that round.
That's time! Papo's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Vaughn scores with a jab. Papo acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Papo tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Vaughn swivels and escapes.
Vaughn connects with a body shot.
Papo shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Vaughn sprawls well. Vaughn wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Papo gets slowly back to his feet.
Papo misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hiroshi Papo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Papo shoots in looking for a takedown but Vaughn manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Papo's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Vaughn scores with a jab to the jaw.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Papo is defended easily by Vaughn.
Vaughn lunges at Papo with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Papo's hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vaughn throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Vaughn lands a lovely overhand right.
Vaughn cracks a nice hook into Papo's ribs.
Papo on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD#
Papo closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Vaughn to the mat! Vaughn manages to get full guard.
Papo controls from within his opponent's guard. #T1#
Papo has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Papo keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Vaughn's head.
Papo stays in close to Vaughn's body and controls the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Papo closes this distance looking for a takedown but Vaughn circles away.
Darrion Vaughn is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jab, jab by Vaughn - just one landing.
Vaughn takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#T3#
Papo is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Papo gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Vaughn.
Vaughn pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Papo back to the cage. Vaughn follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Vaughn has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Vaughn pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Papo on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Papo takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Vaughn misses with a double jab.
A combination from Vaughn does no damage.
Vaughn misses with a series of wild punches.
Vaughn digs a good body shot into Papo's ribs.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Papo looks for a takedown but Vaughn sprawls well.
Vaughn paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Papo shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Vaughn sprawls well. Vaughn wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Papo gets slowly back to his feet.#TD#
Papo fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Vaughn to the ground. Papo is now in Vaughn's guard.#T4#
Vaughn can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Papo controls the pace.
Papo working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Papo distracts Vaughn with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Vaughn wants to stand and escape but Papo is having none of it.
Hiroshi Papo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Papo is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Darrion Vaughn showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Vaughn throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A lazy left from Vaughn finds it's target.
Papo dives in for a single leg takedown but Vaughn sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#TD#
Papo lands a takedown into guard.
Papo controlling from the top position.
Papo postures up in Vaughn's guard and throws a big left but Vaughn blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Papo prevents Vaughn from getting back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Papo 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. #T1#
Papo is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Papo throwing strikes but missing. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Hiroshi Papo is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Papo has a takedown stuffed.
Vaughn pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Papo closes this distance looking for a takedown but Vaughn circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hiroshi Papo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vaughn lands a nice looking body shot.
Papo dives in for a single leg takedown but Vaughn sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Vaughn gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Papo.
Papo drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Vaughn gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#T2#
Papo changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Vaughn fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Vaughn misses with a leg kick.
Papo goes for a double leg but Vaughn avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Vaughn continues to drive forward.
Vaughn gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Papo.
Papo wants a takedown but no success here.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#BC2#
Vaughn breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Vaughn throws a right and a left that both miss.
Nice body punch from Vaughn.
Vaughn scores with a hook.
Vaughn lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Papo at a distance.
#T3#
Papo takes one to the side of the head.
Nice takedown defense from Vaughn. No joy for Papo on that attempt.
Papo shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Vaughn as he jumps to the side.
Vaughn's corner calls for a 1-2. Vaughn obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Nice uppercut there from Vaughn.
Papo misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
And Vaughn tries to counter it with a takedown but Papo pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Papo will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Vaughn lands with a good body shot.
A shot to the liver by Vaughn. Beautiful body shot.
Darrion Vaughn seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Vaughn lands a nice shot that snaps Papo's head back.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Papo is defended easily by Vaughn.
Vaughn lands a jab to the nose.
Vaughn lands a jab-cross combination. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Vaughn dips to his left and cracks Papo with an uppercut!
Nice uppercut there from Vaughn.
A clash of legs there as Papo blocks the low kick.
Vaughn misses with a kick to the body.
Vaughn bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Vaughn misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Vaughn throws a sloppy head kick and Papo moves out of range easily.
Papo shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Vaughn pinned against the cage. Vaughn gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #TD#
Papo drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Vaughn is letting Papo control him for a moment.
Papo tries to move into full mount but can't pass Vaughn's legs.
And that's the end of the fight!
Darrion Vaughn comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Vaughn has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 28:29
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Darrion Vaughn!
A victorious Darrion Vaughn 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:
BLAZE 25 - SLAISSI VS GOEBBELS
Date: Apr 29, 2021 |
#R1#
De Janeiro shoots in and drives through. Lee sprawls well.#TD#
De Janeiro scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
De Janeiro tries to move to mount but Lee blocks the move with his legs.
Lee is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked De Janeiro off and has taken his back!
Lee controlling from the back.
De Janeiro can't escape the position.
Lee tries to get the hooks in deep but De Janeiro pushed the leg off. #T1#
Lee controlling from the back.
De Janeiro turns into Lee and is now in his guard.
De Janeiro stopping the sweep attempt from Lee.
De Janeiro wants to control from the top but Lee keeps moving.
Lee keeping full guard, as De Janeiro tries to pass.
De Janeiro trying to control but Lee is working from the bottom. #T2##SUB2#
Lee looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
De Janeiro sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB#
De Janeiro drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Lee dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Lee stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. De Janeiro swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lee is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Lee pushing down on De Janeiro's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T3##SUB2#
Lee is working for a kimura but De Janeiro is defending it quite comfortably.
Lee controlling the action here.
Lee is thwarting De Janeiro's attempts to control the position.
Lee is looking to take a break and control but De Janeiro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
De Janeiro wants to control but Lee is keeping busy and won't allow it.
De Janeiro is looking for a sweep. Lee is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lee trying to control from half guard but De Janeiro is working away.
De Janeiro is looking for a sweep. Lee is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
De Janeiro is working hard here to advance position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
De Janeiro stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and De Janeiro wants it to stay on the feet.
De Janeiro was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Lee fails to land with a series of punches.
De Janeiro is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
De Janeiro walks into a left hand.
De Janeiro shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Lee as he jumps to the side.
De Janeiro shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Lee but Lee pushes him off and we're back to square one.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Cj Lee dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##TD#
De Janeiro feints and as Lee raises his hands in defense, De Janeiro changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Lee is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
De Janeiro sitting in guard, not really doing much.
De Janeiro forces his way into half guard.
Lee desperately trying to maintain half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lee trying to control but De Janeiro postures up.
#T1#
De Janeiro wants to take a breather but Lee is having none of it. #SUB#
De Janeiro is working for a kimura from half guard. He's really concentrating on the hold and it's allowed Lee to slip a leg under and get back to full guard.
De Janeiro looking to pass the guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Lee holds on and takes a little breather.
Lee bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in De Janeiro's guard. #REVB#
Lee stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. De Janeiro swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lee showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T2#
De Janeiro wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
De Janeiro looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Lee looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Lee trying to control but De Janeiro is working from the bottom.
Lee looking to sit in guard and control but De Janeiro gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T3#
Lee pulls De Janeiro in close to prevent any damage.
De Janeiro trying to control the position from guard on top but Lee is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Lee is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. De Janeiro is aware though and is defending well.
De Janeiro tries to free his leg and advance position but Lee is retaining full guard.
De Janeiro trying to control the position from guard on top but Lee is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lee trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Lee escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. De Janeiro gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Lee controls De Janeiro momentarily but De Janeiro frees himself.
Lee is controlling De Janeiro's posture.
De Janeiro wants to control from the top but Lee keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Lee shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with De Janeiro but De Janeiro pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Lee misses with the combination.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lee throws a front kick aimed at De Janeiro's knee but De Janeiro avoids it well.
De Janeiro seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
A jab from Lee does it's job there.#TD2#
Lee dives in and scores a takedown into De Janeiro's guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Cj Lee will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R3#
Lee moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Lee motions for De Janeiro to come forward. Lee throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
De Janeiro looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lee misses with a straight left.
De Janeiro fails with a takedown attempt.
De Janeiro tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Lee swivels and escapes.
Lee lands with an uppercut that bounces De Janeiro off the cage and back into range.
Lee throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
De Janeiro is looking to counter punch.
Lee smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Lee fails with the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Lee closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. De Janeiro did well to prevent Lee getting side control.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lee wants to take a breather but De Janeiro is having none of it. #SUB2#
Lee is looking for a kimura here.
#T1#
Lee wants to stand but De Janeiro has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now. #SU2#
Lee gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
Cj Lee is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lee looks to land a right hand but De Janeiro moved out of range.
De Janeiro moves out of range of the body kick.
Lee throws a shot to the body.
Lee throws a combination. De Janeiro tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
De Janeiro keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lee.#TD#
De Janeiro drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
De Janeiro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lee keeps working. #T2#
Lee is looking for a sweep.
Lee regains half guard there - taking advantage of De Janeiro's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with De Janeiro in particular looking to stall.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lee is trying to get back to full guard.
De Janeiro seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Lee does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lee controlling the position well.
Lee trying to control from the bottom.
#T3#
Lee might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control De Janeiro haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Lee makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Lee.
Lee looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
De Janeiro looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Lee has his foot on De Janeiro's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. De Janeiro works his way back into a safe position though.
Lee is trying to keep De Janeiro in close.
Lee has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#ES2#
Lee manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Cj Lee seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T4#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from De Janeiro.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rio De Janeiro. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lee misses with a body shot.
De Janeiro dives in and grabs Lee's left leg, looking for a takedown. Lee pushes down on De Janeiro's head and hops out.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Lee.
Lee with a body punch. A glancing blow.
De Janeiro keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lee.
Lee misses with a looping left.
De Janeiro tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Lee defends well and De Janeiro ends up having to push Lee into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Lee jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as De Janeiro walks away with a smile on his face. Lee gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Lee lands a jab-cross combination.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lee shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. De Janeiro eats them both and turns towards Lee to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
De Janeiro dives in and grabs Lee's left leg, looking for a takedown. Lee pushes down on De Janeiro's head and hops out.
No luck with that takedown attempt from De Janeiro.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Cj Lee really dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R4#
De Janeiro shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Lee defends it nicely.
Lee with the counter takedown but De Janeiro avoids it easily.
Lee swings for the body but De Janeiro moves out of range.
De Janeiro shoots for a double leg takedown but Lee sprawls well. He's pushed De Janeiro's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
De Janeiro tries for a takedown but Lee circles away easily#TD2#
and Lee counters with a nice double leg into side control. De Janeiro won't be happy with that.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rio De Janeiro. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lee wants to lay and pray for a moment but De Janeiro keeps working. #SUB2#
Lee thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A lull in the action here as Lee stalls from top position.#T1#
De Janeiro wants to control but Lee postures up.
De Janeiro is looking to regain half guard here but Lee keeps moving and retains side control. #SU2#
Lee decides to stand back up. Lee steps back and let's De Janeiro get back to his feet.
Lee misses with a body kick.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from De Janeiro.
Lee changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Lee jabs at De Janeiro's body.
Lee shoots in for a takedown but De Janeiro shows good takedown defense. #T2#
De Janeiro shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #TD2#
and Lee counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Lee is pushing down on De Janeiro's leg trying to pass to half guard. De Janeiro is fighting to maintain full guard but Lee has managed to sneak the leg through.
Lee perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
De Janeiro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Lee looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Lee content to control rather than advance. #T3#
Lee wants to control but De Janeiro is keeping him busy.
Lee prevents De Janeiro from improving his position.
Cj Lee has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lee not doing much here.
Lee wants to pass to mount but De Janeiro is defending the position. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
De Janeiro works his way to full guard. Good work.
Lee passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SU2#
Lee stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lee missing with a left hand there. De Janeiro was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from De Janeiro is defended easily by Lee.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Cj Lee dominated that fourth round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R5#
De Janeiro is trying hard to land a takedown here. Lee sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #TD2#
Lee fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. De Janeiro sprawls well initially but Lee persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SU2#
Lee decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Lee fails with a takedown attempt.
Lee lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but De Janeiro circles away quickly and effectively.
Lee takes a swing at De Janeiro's ribcage but misses.
Lee thows a leg kick but De Janeiro checks it #TD#
and De Janeiro counters with a takedown into side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
De Janeiro thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Lee wants to control but De Janeiro postures up.#T1##SUB#
De Janeiro thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Lee struggling a bit here.
Lee tries to strike from the bottom but misses.
Lee is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on De Janeiro's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Lee is trying to get back to full guard.
De Janeiro is controlling the pace.
#SUB#
De Janeiro is working for a kimura but Lee is defending it quite comfortably.
#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Lee tries to get to full guard but De Janeiro has control of the leg.
Lee makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Lee.#SUB2#
Lee working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because De Janeiro has passed into half guard!
Lee is doing well to control the position and prevent De Janeiro from advancing to side control.#T3#
Lee is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
De Janeiro perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Lee is trying to maintain the position but De Janeiro is very close to passing his half guard.
Lee wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
De Janeiro is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Lee defends it well. #SUB#
De Janeiro is working for a submission of some sort.
Lee wants to improve his position but De Janeiro is controlling well.
#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Lee holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Lee stuffs the takedown.
Lee lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Nice uppercut there from Lee.
Lee stuffs the takedown attempt from De Janeiro. De Janeiro gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rio De Janeiro. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
De Janeiro shoots in for a double leg but Lee sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
De Janeiro fails with the takedown.
Rio De Janeiro has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#TD2#
Lee closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. De Janeiro did well to prevent Lee getting side control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Cj Lee comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Lee 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight for Cj Lee!
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight for Cj Lee!
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight for Cj Lee!
Cj Lee wins by unanimous decision!
Cj Lee is the new featherweight champion!
A very excited looking Cj Lee made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
KOM LHW & WW Final
Date: Apr 25, 2021 |
#R1#
The fight stays on the outside here - Number looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL#
Number clinches with his opponent.
Number blocks a body shot from Dembele.
Dembele misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dembele can't find room to land a body shot as Number controls the action.
Number lands a shoulder strike.
Number lands a nice uppercut.
Number misses with a body punch.
Dembele prevents a body shot from Number.
Dembele blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dembele.
Number prevents a body shot from Dembele.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Number.
Number lands with a short shot to the head.
Number prevents a body shot from Dembele.
A short right from Dembele.
Number lands a left hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Number creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Dembele takes a shot to the head.
Number misses with a hook to the ribs.
Number struggles to land a body shot inside as Dembele controls his hands.
Number tries to work over Dembele's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Number scores with a hook to the body.#T1#
Number misses with a punch to the body.
Number blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Dembele.
Dembele misses with the head strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Number.
Number blocking some punches.
Nice body punch from Number.
Dembele looks winded!
Number digs a right hand underneath Dembele's ribcage. Dembele let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Number lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dembele backwards.
Number works on Dembele's body with a couple of short punches.
Number lands with a left to the head.
Number throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Dembeles head.
Number throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Number stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Number lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dembele backwards. #ROC#Dembele is rocked!
A body shot lands from Number.
Dembele is still on wobbly legs! Can Number finish him?
This has been an exciting period of action!
Number lands with a short shot to the head.
Number pushes Dembele against the cage. Number is working some dirty boxing. Number pushes off with a quick right hook! Dembele goes down! Dembele tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Number moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jack Number!
Jack Number gave a mention to Voodoo Nutrition in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 55
Date: Apr 21, 2021 |
#R1##CL#
Brunswick instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Ortiz pulls guard effortlessly. #ES2#
Ortiz pushes Brunswick off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #CL#
Brunswick moves into range and clinches up with Ortiz.
Brunswick tries to throw a body punch but Ortiz avoids it by throwing Brunswick back against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Brunswick fails to land.
Ortiz told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.
Brunswick pushes Ortiz back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Brunswick misses with a hook to the ribs.
Brunswick struggles to land a body shot inside as Ortiz controls his hands.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ortiz.
Brunswick crunches a lovely knee into Ortiz's ribcage.
Ortiz takes a knee to the side of the body.
Ortiz looks winded!
Brunswick digs a right hand underneath Ortiz's ribcage. Ortiz let out a lung full of air as it connected.
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!
Brunswick lands an elbow that stopped Ortiz in his tracks for a moment. #CUT#It looks like Colby Ortiz has been cut.
Brunswick misses with a body punch.
#T1#
Brunswick lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Brunswick gets through Ortiz's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Brunswick misses with a body punch.
Brunswick lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Brunswick goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Brunswick throws a punch but it's blocked by Ortiz.
Brunswick working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Brunswick lands a knee to the body.
Ortiz can't find room to land a body shot as Brunswick controls the action.
Brunswick swings wildly with an uppercut but Ortiz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ortiz is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Brunswick throws a punch but it's blocked by Ortiz.
Brunswick gets underhooks to prevent Ortiz's takedown attempt.
Ortiz takes a knee right on the jaw!
#T2#
Brunswick misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nice body punch from Brunswick - that landed with a thud.
Brunswick misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Brunswick lands a nice uppercut.
Ortiz goes for a takedown in the clinch but Brunswick prevents it.
Brennan Brunswick has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Colby Ortiz.
Brunswick utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Brunswick tries to land a knee to the head but Ortiz blocks with his arms.
Brunswick tries to work over Ortiz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ortiz fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Ortiz wants to stall.
Nice body punch from Brunswick.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Brunswick creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Brunswick.#T3#
Brunswick tries to throw a body punch but Ortiz avoids it by throwing Brunswick back against the cage.
Ortiz tries to break the clinch but Brunswick is controlling the position.
Brunswick lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT#That has opened up Colby Ortiz's cut even more.
Brunswick lands a body shot in the clinch.
Brunswick softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#TD2#
Ortiz ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Ortiz no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SU#
Brunswick decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #CL#
Brunswick has Ortiz up against the cage in a clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Brunswick.
Brunswick presses Ortiz against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Brunswick scores with a shot to the side of Ortiz's head. #T4#
Brunswick creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Ortiz's defenses.
Brunswick tries to throw a body punch but Ortiz avoids it by throwing Brunswick back against the cage.
A short right from Brunswick on the inside. #CUT#The cut above Colby Ortiz's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Brunswick lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Brunswick lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Ortiz wants to break the clinch but can't.
Brunswick lands a nice shot to the body.
Brunswick lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ortiz backwards.
Brunswick tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ortiz's elbow.
Brunswick lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Ortiz is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Brunswick to keep the fight standing.
A body shot lands from Brunswick.
Brunswick lands with a light punch inside.
Brunswick lands a nice shot to the body.
Brunswick struggles to land a body shot inside as Ortiz controls his hands.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brennan Brunswick dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Colby Ortiz's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##CL#
Brunswick clinches.
Brunswick throws a head punch that misses.
Brunswick lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A short right from Brunswick.
Brunswick lands a body punch in the clinch.
Brunswick lands with a short shot to the head.
Brunswick throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ortizs head.
Ortiz blocks a body shot from Brunswick.
Ortiz displaying some good clinch control by pressing Brunswick up against the cage.
Brunswick lands a nice shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brunswick stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Ortiz is breathing heavily.
Brunswick lands with a left to the head.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Ortiz blocks a body shot from Brunswick.
Brunswick tries to work over Ortiz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T1#
Brunswick misses with a punch to the body.
Brunswick softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Brennan Brunswick has scored more points in the clinch so far.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Brunswick.
A short uppercut from Brunswick.
Nice body punch from Brunswick.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Brunswick.#ROC#Ortiz is rocked!
Brunswick lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Ortiz backwards.
Ortiz is still on wobbly legs! Can Brunswick finish him?
Brunswick lands a hook that snaps the head of Ortiz backwards.
Brunswick lands a big right hand that drops Ortiz! The killer instinct kicks in and Brunswick finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Brunswick!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Brennan Brunswick!
An out of breath Brennan Brunswick thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Colby Ortiz was interviewed post fight and said 'I've been with BFC for a long time. I appreciate the opportunities I have been given. This was my last fight here. Thanks to Benji and everyone who has contributed to the company. See ya around. '. |
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Event:
CACC 190: Fiso vs Kuronoa II
Date: Apr 18, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Akhmedov Nurmagedov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Namidadu Nurmadokivodksech!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Don Winkell and Jack Bonds.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Nurmadokivodksech clinches up against the ropes.
Nurmagedov is pressed up against the ropes. Nurmadokivodksech has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Nurmagedov down to the mat. Nurmagedov avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Nurmadokivodksech rushes Nurmagedov and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Nurmadokivodksech has Nurmagedov pressed up against the ropes and is working for takedown. Nurmagedov manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #TD2#
Nurmadokivodksech successfully pulls guard.
Nurmadokivodksech controlling the position.#SUB#
Nurmagedov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Nurmagedov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Nurmadokivodksech is trying to control the position but Nurmagedov postures up. #SUB#
Nurmagedov drops back looking for a leg! Nurmadokivodksech is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Nurmadokivodksech manages to kick Nurmagedov off! Nurmagedov jumps back into Nurmadokivodksech's guard.
Nurmagedov slips nicely into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nurmadokivodksech has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Nurmagedov is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Nurmagedov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Nurmagedov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
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.#T1##SUB#
Nurmagedov seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Nurmagedov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Nurmadokivodksech is defending against the submission attempts here by Nurmagedov.
#SUB#
Nurmagedov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Nurmadokivodksech has managed to free his arm - good work. #T2##SUB#
Nurmagedov maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Nurmadokivodksech could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Nurmagedov has cracked it and Nurmadokivodksech is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Nurmagedov!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Akhmedov Nurmagedov!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Akhmedov Nurmagedov waved his t-shirt featuring Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing's logo in front of the cameras. |
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Event:
CACC 191: Arias vs Ottke
Date: Apr 18, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Vartan Esteves! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Marco Pallinaama!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Wesley Smith and Frank Dennis.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Esteves shoots in but no luck this time. #TD#
Pallinaama gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Esteves (2) vs (0) Pallinaama
Esteves trying to control the position from guard on top but Pallinaama is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Esteves is pushing down on Pallinaama's leg trying to pass to half guard. Pallinaama is fighting to maintain full guard but Esteves has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Esteves seems to be looking for submissions.
Pallinaama is looking to improve his position.
Pallinaama is in trouble now - Esteves has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Esteves (5) vs (0) Pallinaama
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pallinaama tries to hold on but Esteves pushes him away. #SUB#
Esteves wants to finish this one by submission but Pallinaama is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Esteves. #SUB#
Esteves jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Pallinaama is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Pallinaama and Esteves has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
#T1#
Esteves tries to move to mount but Pallinaama blocks the move with his legs.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Esteves trying to control the position but Pallinaama is working away.
Pallinaama is trying to improve his position.
A lull in the action here as Esteves stalls from top position.
Pallinaama is trying to improve his position.#T2#
Pallinaama is not content to let Esteves control the position.
Pallinaama is being controlled here. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Esteves is trying to get an arm triangle but Pallinaama is defending well.
Esteves passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Pallinaama! Score +2 for reaching mount: Esteves (7) vs (0) Pallinaama
Pallinaama is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Esteves has taken his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Esteves (10) vs (0) Pallinaama#SUB#
Esteves is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Esteves trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Pallinaama is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#T3##SUB#
Esteves looking for the choke but no joy. #SUB#
Esteves tightening his grip on Pallinaama, looking for the choke.
Esteves is not going to allow Pallinaama to sit and survive in this position.
Pallinaama staying busy and making it hard for Esteves to control. #SUB#
Pallinaama preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Esteves. #T4#
Esteves gets his hands free as Pallinaama looks to control.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Esteves's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Esteves avoiding Pallinaama 's attempts to control his hands.
Pallinaama prevents Esteves from getting a body triangle.#SUB#
Esteves sinks in the hooks and is looking for the choke. He's got it! Pallinaama taps out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Vartan Esteves!
After winning the bout, Vartan Esteves 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:
C29: Khadzhimurad vs. Cardona
Date: Apr 10, 2021 |
#R1#
A bone on bone clash there as Guatar blocks the leg kick.
Hakekia keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hakekia fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Guatar.
Hakekia connects with a crisp jab.
Hakekia throws a push kick but Guatar slaps the foot to one side.
Hakekia throws a jab but it's blocked by Guatar.
Hakekia throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hakekia keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hakekia misses with a leg kick
and Guatar counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Guatar tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Guatar takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Hakekia uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Guatar.
A slow jab from Guatar misses its intended target.
Hakekia misses the jab.
Hakekia fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Guatar.
A solid leg kick lands there for Hakekia.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A clash of legs there as Guatar blocks the low kick.
Guatar throws a body punch but Hakekia moves out of range.
Hakekia chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Guatar can pounce on him.
#T1#
Hakekia lands a nice looking body kick.
Hakekia looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Hakekia throws a body kick that misses.
A countering left hand to the body from Guatar misses.
Guatar ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Guatar drops his hands momentarily and Hakekia takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Guatar moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Hakekia missing with a left hand there. Guatar was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Guatar bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hakekia throws a hook but Guatar avoids it easily.
Despite the aggression on Guatar's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Guatar is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Hakekia rather than just go for the knockout.
Guatar takes a jab right on the kisser.
Hakekia throws a series of punches but Guatar moves out of range.
Guatar attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Hakekia bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Guatar's head backwards.
Hakekia misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Guatar throws a counter combo.
Hakekia thows a leg kick but Guatar checks it
letting Guatar counter with a right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hakekia swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Hakekia moves out of range of the strikes.
Hakekia checks the leg kick nicely there.
Hakekia was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T2#
Guatar checks a low kick from Hakekia.
Guatar lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Guatar fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Hakekia looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Hakekia keeps Guatar at a distance using the push kick.
Guatar misses with a hook
and Hakekia counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Hakekia throws a big shot that misses.
Hakekia with the inside leg kick.
Guatar swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Hakekia misses with a low kick.
Hakekia scores with the left hand. Guatar knows he should have avoided that one.
Guatar loads up on a big right hand but Hakekia slips the punch.
Hakekia checks the leg kick nicely there.
It appears Hakekia was looking to counter with a kick there.
Hakekia throws a jab when Guatar was well out of range.
An inside leg kick lands from Hakekia.
Hakekia rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Guatar counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hakekia is looking to slow Guatar down with leg kicks.
Hakekia throws a nice inside leg kick.
Guatar misses with a hook
and Hakekia counters with an outside leg kick.
Hakekia is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Guatar misses with a body shot.
#T3#
Guatar catches Hakekia with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A solid leg kick lands there for Hakekia.
Guatar misses with a shot to the body
and Hakekia counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Guatar scores with a body shot.
Guatar just misses with a punch to the body.
Alika Hakekia is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Guatar throws a solid leg kick but Hakekia takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Guatar.
Guatar throws a big shot that misses.
Guatar uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hakekia.
Guatar misses with a low kick.
Hakekia leaves Guatar with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Hakekia is looking to chop away at Guatar's legs.
Guatar uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hakekia.
Nice body punch from Guatar.
Guatar tries to bum rush Hakekia with a series of wild strikes but Hakekia uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Hakekia was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Hakekia throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Guatar counters with a left to the body. #T4#
Hakekia wants to slow Guatar down by chopping away at his legs.
Guatar throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Guatar fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Hakekia looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Guatar swings widly with a right hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
A leg kick checked by Hakekia.
Nice jab there from Hakekia.
Guatar throws a body shot but no joy.
Hakekia chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Guatar fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hakekia manages to avoid it.
It looked like Hakekia was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Guatar.
Guatar digs a good hook to Hakekia's body.
Guatar swings away with a body shot that misses
and Hakekia counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Guatar tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Guatar blocks a head kick by Hakekia.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hakekia fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Guatar looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Hakekia on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Hakekia cracks Guatar with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Guatar misses with a wild body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Alika Hakekia dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Hakekia lands with a good body shot.
Hakekia misses with an attempted mid kick.
A countering left hand to the body from Guatar misses.
Hakekia attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Hakekia moves out of range as Guatar throws a body kick.
Hakekia half committed to a counter leg kick.
Hakekia connects with a single shot there.
Guatar tries to score with a low kick but Hakekia moves his leg out of the way.
Hakekia throws a lazy right hand but Guatar sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Guatar might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Hakekia has got the better of the exchanges.
Guatar throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Guatar fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Hakekia throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Guatar's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A looping hook to the body misses from Guatar. Hakekia does a little dance to reset his feet.
Guatar uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Hakekia.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Guatar rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Hakekia counter with a right hand.
An inside leg kick from Guatar misses.
Hakekia takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Hakekia throws a low kick but Guatar avoids it.
Guatar jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T1#
Guatar throws a chopping leg kick but Hakekia manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Hakekia is looking to counter with a body kick.
A leg kick checked by Hakekia.
A punch lands to the side of Guatar 's head but he takes it in his stride.#KD#
Hakekia lands a big head kick that sends Guatar tumbling to the mat! Hakekia takes a step backwards and waves Guatar back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#Guatar is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Johnny Guatar has been cut.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Hakekia - that will leave a mark!
Guatar is still on wobbly legs! Can Hakekia finish him?
Hakekia closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Guatar! Hakekia dives in looking to finish! Guatar is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alika Hakekia!
An intense looking Alika Hakekia took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'Severo Del Bosque I Accept Your Rematch, After Beating You Again I Want A Top 5 Opponent '. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 53
Date: Apr 10, 2021 |
#R1##CL2#
Segura instigates a clinch.
Ortiz gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Segura.
Segura lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Segura lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Ortiz blocks an uppercut.
Segura lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ortiz really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Segura lands with a left to the head. #TD2#
Segura turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Segura manages to end up in side control.
Segura scores with a couple of short elbows.
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!
Segura connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Ortiz some visible discomfort.
Segura wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ortiz keeps working.
Ortiz is looking to reverse the position.
Segura throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Segura is putting a hurting on Ortiz here, landing some big shots from side control.
You can see the frustration on Ortiz's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Ortiz is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T1#
Segura working Ortiz over with strikes.
Ortiz is looking for a sweep. Segura is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Segura missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Segura lands strikes from half guard.
Segura lands with a punch from half guard.
Ortiz is trying is best to control the position here.
Ortiz is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Project Training, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Segura working the head and body with strikes.
Segura is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #ROC2#Ortiz is rocked!
Segura throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Oh Ortiz is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Ortiz wants to control but Segura is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ortiz seems to have got his legs back now.
Ortiz slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Segura wants to control from the top but Ortiz keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Segura's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Ortiz not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB#
Ortiz looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Ortiz working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Segura doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Segura manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T2#
Segura trying to control but Ortiz is working from the bottom.
Segura engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Ortiz has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Segura can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Segura landing with the ground and pound. #SUB#
Segura avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Segura scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Segura being controlled here momentarily.
Segura connects with a couple of short punches.#T3#
Ortiz bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Segura's guard. #REVR#
Ortiz won't allow Segura to sweep him here.
Segura is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Segura lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Segura scoring with some ground and pound.
Ortiz wants to sweep but no luck.
Ortiz working a defensive guard here.
Segura postures up and lands a big shot to Ortiz's brow.
Segura with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Segura cracks Ortiz with a solid left hand.#SUB#
Ortiz working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Segura doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Segura manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Segura is in close to Ortiz's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T4#
Segura forces his way into half guard.
Ortiz keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Segura working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Ortiz taking some punishment here, with Segura in his half guard.
Segura wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ortiz keeps working.
Ortiz is concentrating on defense, preventing Segura from advancing position.
Ortiz taking some punishment here, with Segura in his half guard.
Ortiz is pressing down on Segura's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Segura postures up.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Segura's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Segura stands up over Ortiz, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Segura postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Ortiz had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Segura defends it easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Segura is working Ortiz over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Rick Segura dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2##TD2#
Segura shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Segura was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Ortiz is looking for a sweep.
Ortiz gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Ortiz has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Segura is working away from the top position though.
Segura working the head and body with strikes.
Ortiz is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ortiz has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Segura is working away from the top position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Segura lands strikes from half guard.
Ortiz has hold of Segura's hands but Segura slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Segura scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Ortiz is trying to get back to full guard.#T1#
Segura working the head and body with strikes.
Ortiz is trying to control but can't.
Ortiz keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Segura is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Segura lands with a punch from half guard.
Segura looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Ortiz with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Segura is nestled in close to Ortiz, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Segura has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Segura scores with a big shot! Ortiz's head bounced off the canvas with a huge thud! More strikes land and the referee has jumped in to save Ortiz! He was hurt real bad - good stoppage!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Rick Segura!
A victorious Rick Segura 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:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 53
Date: Apr 10, 2021 |
#R1#
Cain misses with a hook. Ortiz ducked under it nicely.
Cain showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ortiz.
Cain throws an off balance right hand
and Ortiz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ortiz misses with a looping right.
Ortiz throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A nice side step and Cain releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Cain cracks a nice hook into Ortiz's ribs.
Nice defenses there by Cain.
Ortiz fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A countering left hand to the body from Cain misses.
Ortiz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cain was well out of range. Poor timing from Ortiz.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ortiz scores with a nice strike.
Ortiz dodges the punch combination from Cain.
Ortiz displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Cain throws out the jab.
Ortiz connects with a crisp jab. #T1#
Cain fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ortiz manages to avoid it.
Cain throws the left hand but Ortiz avoids the punch easily.
Cain looks to land a left hand but Ortiz moved out of range nicely.
Cain has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Ortiz swings for the body but Cain moves out of range.
Cain circles away from the clinch attempt
and Ortiz takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ortiz misses the shot to the body.
Cain throws a shot from downtown. Ortiz moves away and avoids it.
Cain uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ortiz.
Cain avoids the body shot from Ortiz.
Cain looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Cain throws the left hand but Ortiz avoids the punch easily.
Ortiz fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Ortiz slips under a jab.#T2#
Ortiz throws a leg kick that misses.
A nice side step and Cain releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Cain takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Ortiz throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Cain jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Cain moves out of range of the leg kick from Ortiz.
Cain throws a right hand that misses
and Ortiz connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cain ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Ortiz misses with an uppercut. Cain saw that one coming.
Cain moves out of range of the strikes.
Cain defending well as Ortiz loads up on a big left hand.
Cain connects with a right hand. Ortiz shakes it off.
Cain on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
RJ Cain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cain slips a jab from Ortiz.
Ortiz bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T3#
Cain moves out of range as Ortiz strikes.
Cain throws out a counter right but Ortiz avoids it with no problem.
Cain tries to move into range but Ortiz moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Ortiz takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Cain tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ortiz was well out of range. Poor timing from Cain.
Ortiz wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Cain throws a hook but Ortiz blocks it.
Cain misses with a double jab.
Cain misses with a wild body shot.
Ortiz was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Good standup being displayed there by Ortiz as he connects with a hook.
Ortiz tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Cain counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Cain throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Good leg kick by Ortiz. #T4#
Cain changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Ortiz takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
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!
Ortiz fails with an attempt to clinch.
Cain misses with a lunging right hand
#CL#
and Ortiz holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Cain throws a head punch that misses.
Ortiz throws a punch but it's blocked by Cain.
Ortiz has Cain pressed against the cage, preventing Cain from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Ortiz struggles to land a body shot inside as Cain controls his hands.
Ortiz trying to control the position but instead, Cain has worked for underhooks and has pushed Ortiz into the cage.
Cain is trying to break the clinch but Ortiz has him pressed against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Cashel Ortiz will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Cain throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Good leg kick by Ortiz.
A swing and a miss from Cain.
Ortiz throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ortiz tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Cain counters with a nice body shot.
Ortiz throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Ortiz scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Cain takes a swing at Ortiz's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ortiz misses with a series of wild punches.
Cain stuns Ortiz with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T1#
Cain avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Cain uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ortiz.
Cain on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Ortiz ducks under a wild hook from Cain.
Cain throws out a loose jab but Ortiz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cain throws a looping overhand right but Ortiz ducks down to avoid it.
Cain jabs at Ortiz's body.
Cain slips a jab from Ortiz.
Cain misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ortiz.
Ortiz cracks Cain with a good jab.
Cain misses with a body shot.
Cain misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ortiz throws a nice looking combination but Cain bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T2#
Ortiz misses with a body shot.
Cain just misses with a punch to the body.
Ortiz is looking to counter the offense by Cain and move into the clinch.
Ortiz takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Cashel Ortiz is winning the standup battle so far.
Cain rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Cain takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cain ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Ortiz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Cain.
Ortiz lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Ortiz lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Cashel Ortiz is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Ortiz instigates a clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cain.
Ortiz is trying to pull guard but Cain turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Cain lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ortiz backwards.
Ortiz works on Cain's body with a couple of short punches.#T3#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ortiz.
Cain misses with the head strike.
Ortiz lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Cain backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Ortiz fails to land. #BC2#
Cain's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ortiz moves in looking to clinch but Cain pushes him off.#CL#
Ortiz closes the distance and pushes Cain back into the cage.
Ortiz misses with a body punch.
Ortiz tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Cain smiles and moves away.
Cain uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ortiz.
Cain keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ortiz.
Cain misses the jab.#T4#
Cain swings widly with a right hand
and Ortiz counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Cain scores with a nice strike.
Ortiz takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Cain dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ortiz looks to score with a jab to the body but Cain is just out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ortiz steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Cain.#CL#
Cain gets tackled into the cage by Ortiz. Ortiz maintains the clinch.
A short left from Cain.
A nice right hand lands inside from Cain.
Ortiz is trying to pull guard but Cain turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cashel Ortiz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ortiz lands a nice uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cain.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Cashel Ortiz will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Cain takes one to the side of the head.
A nice leg kick lands there from Ortiz.
Cain ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Ortiz throws a combination that misses
and Cain counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Cain dodges the punch combination from Ortiz.
Cain appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Cain bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Ortiz's head.
Ortiz throws a lazy right hand but Cain sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cain scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Cain connects with a crisp jab.
Ortiz defending well as Cain loads up on a big left hand.
Cain paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ortiz is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Cain. #T1#
Ortiz throws a series of punches but Cain moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Cain on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Cain pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ortiz misses with a body shot.
Cain works the jab nicely.#CL#
Ortiz rushes Cain and presses him up against the cage.
Cain misses with a punch on the inside.
Cain lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Nice body punch from Ortiz.
Cain tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Cain tries a body shot but Ortiz blocks it.
Cain blocking some punches.
Ortiz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T2#
Ortiz jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Cain walks away with a smile on his face. Ortiz gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Ortiz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cain.
Ortiz is looking to counter the offense by Cain and move into the clinch.
Cain throws a body shot but no joy.
Ortiz lands with a hook. Cain tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Cain jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Cain scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cain misses with the combination.
Cain is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ortiz.
Cain throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ortiz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Cain.
Ortiz thows a left - swing and a miss!
Cain is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Ortiz with a body shot.#T3#
Cain throws a body punch but Ortiz moves out of range.
Ortiz is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Cain.
Cashel Ortiz is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Cain fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Ortiz looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Cain lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Ortiz circles away quickly and effectively.
Cain connects with a body shot that sends Ortiz's belly button to the back.
Ortiz comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Good leg kick by Ortiz.
Cain has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Ortiz finds it's way round the side to connect with Cain's head.
Ortiz moves out of range as Cain strikes.
Ortiz lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Cain avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
RJ Cain has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ortiz dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Cain. That did some damage!
Ortiz uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cain.
Ortiz seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Ortiz blocks a jab.#T4#
Ortiz scores with a hook to the body. Cain takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cain swats away the attempt to clinch by Ortiz.
Ortiz is looking to clinch.
Cain swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ortiz tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Cain manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Cain works the jab nicely.#CL#
Ortiz clinches with his opponent.
Cain cracks Ortiz with a nice body shot.
Cain's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Cain scores with a shot to the side of Ortiz's head.
Cain tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
And that's the end of the fight!
RJ Cain comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Ortiz has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight 29:29
Judge Ben Watson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Cashel Ortiz!
Cashel Ortiz seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
WCF WNF 48: Bardia vs Kraus
Date: Apr 07, 2021 |
#R1#
Vaughn stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Tzeng fails with the takedown.#TD#
Tzeng looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Vaughn!#SUB#
Tzeng is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Vaughn knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Tzeng happy to just control the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vaughn is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Tzeng has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Tzeng tries to advance to mount but can't. #T1#
Vaughn is letting Tzeng control him for a moment. #SUB#
Tzeng tries for a kimura but Vaughn is defending well. #SUB#
Tzeng is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Vaughn knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Tzeng tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Tzeng has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Vaughn trying to remain calm as Tzeng controls from the top position.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Tzeng wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vaughn keeps working. #SUB#
Tzeng thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Vaughn parries the strikes from Tzeng easily there. Tzeng is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Vaughn to escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Tzeng tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Tzeng has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Vaughn gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! #T3##SUB#
Tzeng has hold of Vaughn's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Vaughn manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
#SUB#
Vaughn defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Tzeng. #SUB#
Tzeng is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Vaughn can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Tzeng thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage. #SUB#
Tzeng looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#T4##SUB#
Tzeng goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Vaughn is on top in guard.
#SUB#
Tzeng working for a triangle but Vaughn defends it easily.
#SUB#
Vaughn avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
We've been hearing good reports from Tzeng's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Vaughn really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Tzeng. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tzeng controls Vaughn momentarily but Vaughn frees himself.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shu Fang Tzeng dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Tzeng moves out of range of the strikes.#CL#
Tzeng gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A bit of stalling here from Tzeng.
Tzeng jumps guard but Vaughn turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Tzeng is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Vaughn to keep the fight standing.
Tzeng is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Vaughn to keep the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shu Fang Tzeng. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tzeng tries to pull guard but Vaughn forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Vaughn tries to break the clinch but Tzeng is controlling the position.
Tzeng looking for a takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tzeng looking for a takedown.
Tzeng tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Vaughn smiles and moves away.
Tzeng tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Vaughn defends well and Tzeng ends up having to push Vaughn into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#T1#
Tzeng tries to pull guard but Vaughn forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Tzeng jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Vaughn walks away with a smile on his face. Tzeng gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Darrion Vaughn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vaughn avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Vaughn feints the counter takedown.
Vaughn tries a head kick but it misses.
Tzeng attempts a counter takedown but Vaughn avoids it well and moves away.
Vaughn dips to his left and cracks Tzeng with an uppercut!
Vaughn stalks Tzeng and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Tzeng's face. Tzeng staggers backwards, shaken.
Vaughn stalks Tzeng and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Tzeng's face. Tzeng staggers backwards, shaken.
Vaughn throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#TD#
and Tzeng counters with a takedown into side control.
Vaughn sneaks out the side door and pushes Tzeng away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
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!
Tzeng gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Darrion Vaughn is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Vaughn throws a body punch but Tzeng moves out of range.
Vaughn lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tzeng at a distance.
Tzeng ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Vaughn looking to land some kicks to the body here.
#TD#
Tzeng closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Vaughn to the mat! Vaughn manages to get full guard. #T2#
Tzeng is pushing down on Vaughn's leg trying to pass to half guard. Vaughn is fighting to maintain full guard but Tzeng has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Tzeng maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Vaughn could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Tzeng has cracked it and Vaughn is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Tzeng!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:25 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Shu Fang Tzeng!
Shu Fang Tzeng thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
KOM Light Heavyweight SF
Date: Apr 03, 2021 |
#R1#
Dembele uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Dembele tries to clinch there but Johns circles away.
A nice side step and Johns releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Dembele moves in looking to clinch but Johns pushes him off.
Dembele tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Dembele tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Johns counters with a nice uppercut. #CL#
Dembele clinches with his opponent.
A right handed body shot lands from Dembele.
Dembele misses with a punch on the inside.
Dembele lands a body shot in the clinch.
Johns prevents a body shot from Dembele.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dembele tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Johns's elbow.
Johns lands with a light punch inside.
Dembele has a couple of punches blocked by Johns.
Dembele misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dembele misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T1#
Johns blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dembele makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Dembele tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dembele doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Johns wants to take the fight to the mat but Dembele manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Johns prevents a body shot from Dembele.
Dembele has a couple of punches blocked by Johns.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dembele.
Dembele working aggressively here.
Dembele takes a shot to the head.
Dembele softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Dembele.
Johns working aggressively here.
Dembele misses with the head strike.
Dembele tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T2#
A short body shot lands from Dembele as the two fighters clinch.
Dembele is leaning against Johns and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Dembele tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Johns's elbow.
Dembele doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dembele misses with a punch on the inside.
Dembele misses with a punch to the body.
Dembele working aggressively here.
This has been an exciting period of action!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dembele.
Dembele lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Dembele tries to throw a body punch but Johns avoids it by throwing Dembele back against the cage.
Johns has Dembele pressed against the cage.
Dembele tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Johns's elbow.
Johns blocks a body shot from Dembele. #T3#
Dembele presses Johns against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Johns leaning against his opponent.
Dembele misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dembele struggles to land a body shot inside as Johns controls his hands.
Dembele tries to work over Johns's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Dembele goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Johns blocks a body shot from Dembele.
Dembele tries a body shot but Johns blocks it.
Dembele throws a punch but it's blocked by Johns.
Dembele struggles to land a body shot inside as Johns controls his hands.
#BC2#
Johns breaks from the clinch.
The fight stays on the outside here - Dembele looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Johns misses with a straight left. #CL#
Dembele gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T4##BC2#
Johns breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Dembele moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#CUT#It looks like Don Johns has been cut.
Dembele misses with a hook.
Dembele closes the distance but Johns moves to the side
and Johns counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Dembele looks to land a left hand but Johns moved out of range nicely.
Johns staying out of range there.
Dembele throws a jab but it's blocked by Johns.
Dembele moves to clinch but Johns breaks away
and Johns counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT2#It looks like Mousa Dembele has been cut.
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!
Johns uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dembele.
Dembele tries to clinch up but Johns circles away and keeps his distance.
Johns looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Dembele takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Dembele wants to clinch up but Johns keeps it at a distance.
Dembele scores with a nice strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mousa Dembele dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Dembele moves in looking to clinch but Johns pushes him off.#CL#
Dembele has managed to clinch.
Dembele struggles to land a body shot inside as Johns controls his hands.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Johns. #BC2#
Johns manages to break the clinch.
Johns moves out of range of the strikes.
Johns swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Johns tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dembele was well out of range. Poor timing from Johns.
Dembele fails in his attempt to clinch.
Dembele connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Johns momentarily.
#ROC#Johns is rocked!
Dembele moves in close and cracks Johns with a massive right hand! Johns, frozen momentarily in time, tumbles to the canvas, already out cold! A brutal knockout by Dembele!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mousa Dembele!
During a confident post fight interview, Mousa Dembele thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CACC 180: Pavlov vs Cruz
Date: Mar 21, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Vartan Esteves! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Namidadu Nurmadokivodksech!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Timothy Bukovac and Frank Antenori.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Nurmadokivodksech closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Esteves looking for a takedown.
Esteves tries to pull guard but Nurmadokivodksech forces him back to his feet, against the ropes.
Esteves wants a takedown but no success here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vartan Esteves. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Nurmadokivodksech pulls guard effortlessly.
Esteves advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Esteves (3) vs (0) Nurmadokivodksech#SUB#
Esteves tries for a kimura but Nurmadokivodksech is defending well.
The referee asks Esteves politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Esteves prefers to stall for the moment though.
Nurmadokivodksech wants to control but Esteves postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Esteves wants to control but Nurmadokivodksech is keeping him busy.
Nurmadokivodksech prevents Esteves from moving into mount. #T1#
Nurmadokivodksech tries to improve position but can't. #SUB#
Esteves thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Esteves wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nurmadokivodksech keeps working.
Nurmadokivodksech is looking to reverse the position.
Nurmadokivodksech is still trying to improve position.
Esteves is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Esteves advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Esteves (5) vs (0) Nurmadokivodksech#T2#
Esteves wants to take Nurmadokivodksech's back here but Nurmadokivodksech is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Esteves takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Nurmadokivodksech is squirming around, avoiding Esteves's attempts to control the action.
Nurmadokivodksech tries to reverse the position but Esteves maintains control.
Nurmadokivodksech tries to lock up and control but Esteves gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Esteves is looking to work his way around to Nurmadokivodksech's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Esteves looking to control but Nurmadokivodksech is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Nurmadokivodksech tries to hold on but Esteves postures up.#T3#
Nurmadokivodksech is wriggling around trying to escape.
Esteves fails to advance to Nurmadokivodksech's back.
Nurmadokivodksech is squirming around, avoiding Esteves's attempts to control the action.
Nurmadokivodksech really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#SUB#
Esteves jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Nurmadokivodksech is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Nurmadokivodksech and Esteves has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
#SUB#
Esteves working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T4#
Nurmadokivodksech is looking to regain half guard here but Esteves keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB#
Esteves goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Nurmadokivodksech rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Esteves's guard! Nice work there by Nurmadokivodksech! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Esteves (5) vs (2) Nurmadokivodksech
Esteves looking for a sweep. Not yet Esteves, not yet.
Nurmadokivodksech pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Esteves is keeping the position for now.
Esteves looking to control but Nurmadokivodksech passes into half guard.
Esteves tries to get to full guard but Nurmadokivodksech has control of the leg. #SUB#
Esteves looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T5#
Esteves makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Esteves.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Esteves working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Nurmadokivodksech doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Nurmadokivodksech manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
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.
Nurmadokivodksech trying to control but Esteves is working from the bottom.
Esteves wants to sweep here but Nurmadokivodksech controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Esteves is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Esteves has his foot on Nurmadokivodksech's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Nurmadokivodksech works his way back into a safe position though.#T6#
Nurmadokivodksech wants to control from the top but Esteves keeps moving.
Nurmadokivodksech looking to pass the guard.
Nurmadokivodksech trying to control but Esteves is working from the bottom.
Nurmadokivodksech is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Nurmadokivodksech won't allow Esteves to sweep him here.
Esteves trying to keep a closed guard but Nurmadokivodksech is proving a slippery customer.
#T7#
Nurmadokivodksech advances to half guard.
Esteves regains full guard. Nicely done.
Esteves is trying to keep Nurmadokivodksech in close.
Esteves 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.
Nurmadokivodksech trying to control the position from guard on top but Esteves is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Esteves looking for a sweep. Not yet Esteves, not yet.
Esteves trying to keep a closed guard but Nurmadokivodksech is proving a slippery customer.
Esteves tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Nurmadokivodksech must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Nurmadokivodksech not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T8#
Esteves not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB#
Esteves is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Nurmadokivodksech defends well.
Esteves bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Nurmadokivodksech's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Esteves (7) vs (2) Nurmadokivodksech#SUB2#
Nurmadokivodksech working for a triangle but Esteves defends it easily.
Esteves pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nurmadokivodksech is keeping the position for now.
Esteves forces his way into half guard.#T9#
Esteves moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Esteves (10) vs (2) Nurmadokivodksech
Nurmadokivodksech wants to control but Esteves postures up.#SUB#
Esteves is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Nurmadokivodksech knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Esteves wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Nurmadokivodksech, who protects the arm well.
Nurmadokivodksech gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Esteves (12) vs (2) Nurmadokivodksech
Esteves wants to control the pace but Nurmadokivodksech is squirming around nicely. #T10#
Nurmadokivodksech wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Esteves (15) vs (2) Nurmadokivodksech#SUB#
Esteves has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Nurmadokivodksech has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
#SUB#
Esteves is looking for the choke from the back position but Nurmadokivodksech is controlling his hands well.
Nurmadokivodksech tries to break free.
Nurmadokivodksech trying to control the hands but Esteves won't let him. #SUB#
Esteves working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Esteves trying to control.#T11#
Nurmadokivodksech trying to control the hands but Esteves breaks the grip.
Nurmadokivodksech staying busy and making it hard for Esteves to control.
Esteves is hanging on to Nurmadokivodksech's back as he tries to escape.
Esteves just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Nurmadokivodksech trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Esteves keeps control of the position as Nurmadokivodksech tries to break free.
Esteves gets his hands free as Nurmadokivodksech looks to control.
Esteves keeps control of the position easily here as Nurmadokivodksech tries to buck him off.
#SUB#
Esteves looking to finish the fight with a rear naked choke. Nurmadokivodksech is controlling Esteves 's left arm and he spins nicely into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Esteves (15) vs (4) Nurmadokivodksech#T12##SUB#
Esteves is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Nurmadokivodksech is aware though and is defending well.
Nurmadokivodksech tries to free his leg and advance position but Esteves is retaining full guard.
Esteves is trying to control the position but Nurmadokivodksech postures up.
Nurmadokivodksech is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Esteves trying to control the position.
#SUB#
Esteves looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T13#
Esteves keeping moving, preventing Nurmadokivodksech from controlling successfully.
Esteves bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Nurmadokivodksech's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Esteves (17) vs (4) Nurmadokivodksech
Esteves wants to pass the guard but Nurmadokivodksech is keeping the position.
Nurmadokivodksech controlling the position.
Esteves tries to free his leg and advance position but Nurmadokivodksech is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Nurmadokivodksech looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Nurmadokivodksech escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Esteves gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T14#
Nurmadokivodksech keeping moving, preventing Esteves from controlling successfully.
Esteves looking to pass the guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Esteves 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.
Esteves pushing down on Nurmadokivodksech's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
And that's the end of the fight!
Esteves takes the fight on points by 17 to 4.
Vartan Esteves decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
BLAZE 19 - BERNARD VS DOYLE
Date: Mar 18, 2021 |
#R1#
Mack misses with a leg kick #TD#
and De Janeiro counters with a shoot takedown. Mack fights it but they end up in guard.
Mack wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and De Janeiro manages to pass to side control.
Mack is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#REVB#
Mack wants to improve his position but De Janeiro is controlling well.
Mack is trying to maintain the position but De Janeiro is very close to passing his half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
De Janeiro is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
De Janeiro seems to be working for a kimura but Mack defends the submission attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mack tries to get to full guard but De Janeiro has control of the leg.
De Janeiro seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T1#
Mack really doesn't want to stay on the ground with De Janeiro. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
De Janeiro prevents Mack from improving his position.
De Janeiro with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
De Janeiro has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Mack is trying to maintain the position but De Janeiro is very close to passing his half guard.
De Janeiro perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
De Janeiro is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
De Janeiro not doing much here.
Mack moves into full guard.
#SUB#
De Janeiro thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Mack is looking for a triangle here but De Janeiro uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
#SUB#
De Janeiro is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Mack is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T3#
The referee asks De Janeiro politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. De Janeiro prefers to stall for the moment though.
Mack prevents De Janeiro from improving position.
Mack is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
De Janeiro happy to just control the position for now.
De Janeiro works to advance to full mount. Mack defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
De Janeiro controlling from mount.
Mack is desperately trying to improve his position but De Janeiro has a good base and remains in mount.
Mack is still trying to improve position.
Mack regains half guard.
Mack trying to hold on to De Janeiro's head to control him but De Janeiro postures up.
De Janeiro seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Rio De Janeiro dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Mack stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Mack wants it to stay on the feet.
De Janeiro closes the distance and clinches up with Mack, looking for a takedown. De Janeiro pushes Mack against the cage but Mack circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
De Janeiro avoids the head kick by Mack.
De Janeiro looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#TD#
De Janeiro drives through with a takedown into Mack's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
We've been informed that Mack has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
De Janeiro might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Mack is trying to control the position from the bottom.
De Janeiro controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Mack wants to sweep but no luck.
De Janeiro stands and throws Mack's legs to the side, diving into side control.
You can see the frustration on Mack's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
De Janeiro thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
De Janeiro is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Mack has escaped the position, nice work there. #T1##SUB#
De Janeiro working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Mack is looking to regain half guard here but De Janeiro keeps moving and retains side control.
De Janeiro in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Mack wants to control but De Janeiro postures up.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
De Janeiro takes a little break here. Mack wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#SUB#
De Janeiro is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Mack has escaped the position, nice work there.
Mack wants to control but De Janeiro postures up.#SUB#
De Janeiro tries for a kimura but Mack is defending well.
Mack tries to improve position but can't.
Mack sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Mack wants to improve his position but De Janeiro is controlling well.
#T3#
De Janeiro is taking a breather. Mack says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
This is a sustained period of stalling by De Janeiro.#SUB2#
Mack looking for submissions off his back.
De Janeiro controlling the pace.
De Janeiro is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mack can do to turn this around?#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Mack is trying to control but can't.
De Janeiro takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
De Janeiro tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Mack defends well and De Janeiro ends up having to push Mack into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rio De Janeiro. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
De Janeiro successfully pulls guard.
#SUB#
De Janeiro throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
De Janeiro is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Mack is aware though and is defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mack wants to control from the top but De Janeiro keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Rio De Janeiro dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R3#
De Janeiro will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Mack throws an uppercut from half a mile away. De Janeiro sees it coming and avoids it easily.#TD#
De Janeiro shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Mack is trying to defend but De Janeiro finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Mack tries to roll over but De Janeiro keeps him under control.
De Janeiro perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Mack is controlling De Janeiro's position as best he can from this difficult position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
De Janeiro seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Mack is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Rio De Janeiro!
Rio De Janeiro retains his featherweight title!
An out of breath Rio De Janeiro 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:
BLAZE 19 - BERNARD VS DOYLE
Date: Mar 18, 2021 |
#R1#
Sutton shoots in looking for a takedown. Trujillo tries to sprawl out of it but Sutton keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Trujillo manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Trujillo just misses with a punch to the body.
Trujillo thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sutton appears to be looking for a big counter.
Sutton takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Julio Trujillo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Trujillo misses with a jab, cross combination.
Trujillo circles to his right before unloading a perfect head kick! Sutton drops to the canvas, hurt badly! Trujillo follows Sutton to the ground and unloads with a series of strikes that force the referee to step in and end the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Julio Trujillo!
Julio Trujillo seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
CACC 179: Ty vs Patterson
Date: Mar 14, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 7 losses; Peter OBrien! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Marco Pallinaama!
The judges for this bout are Columbo Gatti, Alyssa Summers and Chad Campbell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
OBrien shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: OBrien (2) vs (0) Pallinaama#SUB#
OBrien is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Pallinaama is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Pallinaama has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: OBrien (2) vs (2) Pallinaama
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
OBrien looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
We've been hearing good reports from OBrien's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
OBrien working a defensive guard here.
OBrien is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
OBrien working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
OBrien has his hands on Pallinaama's head, controlling the position.
OBrien controls Pallinaama momentarily but Pallinaama frees himself. #T1#
OBrien being controlled here, momentarily.
Pallinaama stopping the sweep attempt from OBrien.
Pallinaama postures up.
OBrien looking for a sweep. Not yet OBrien, not yet.
OBrien is controlling Pallinaama's posture.
OBrien wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Pallinaama is now in half guard.
Pallinaama is looking to advance position but OBrien won't allow it.
OBrien trying to control here.
#T2#
The fighters are battling for position here. OBrien manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
OBrien wants to sweep here but Pallinaama controlling him for the moment.
Pallinaama trying to control the position from guard on top but OBrien is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
OBrien is pulling down on Pallinaama's head. It's preventing any offense from Pallinaama, at least for the moment.
OBrien wants to control but Pallinaama passes easily into half guard.
OBrien is trying to get back to full guard.
OBrien is trying to control but can't.
#T3#
OBrien trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Pallinaama manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: OBrien (2) vs (5) Pallinaama
OBrien is trying to escape the mount.
OBrien really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
OBrien sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
The fighters are battling for position here. OBrien manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Pallinaama stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. OBrien swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Pallinaama wants to control from the top but OBrien keeps moving.
OBrien wants to sweep but no luck.
Pallinaama must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
OBrien controls Pallinaama momentarily but Pallinaama frees himself. #T4#
Pallinaama stopping the sweep attempt from OBrien.#SUB#
OBrien working for a triangle but Pallinaama defends it easily.
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.
OBrien is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
OBrien keeping moving, preventing Pallinaama from controlling successfully.
OBrien trying to control the position.
OBrien wants to improve his position but instead Pallinaama has moved into half guard.
#T5#
Pallinaama wants to lay and pray for a moment but OBrien keeps working.
OBrien regains full guard. Nicely done.
Pallinaama stands and throws OBrien's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: OBrien (2) vs (8) Pallinaama
OBrien manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: OBrien (4) vs (8) Pallinaama
OBrien wants to lay and pray for a moment but Pallinaama keeps working.
Pallinaama slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Pallinaama is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
OBrien is pushing down on Pallinaama's leg trying to pass to half guard. Pallinaama is fighting to maintain full guard but OBrien has managed to sneak the leg through.#T6#
Pallinaama is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
OBrien wants to work for an arm triangle but Pallinaama is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
OBrien is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Pallinaama trying to control here.
OBrien prevents Pallinaama from improving his position.
OBrien trying to control the action but Pallinaama is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Pallinaama is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but OBrien pulls his head out easily.
OBrien wants to take a breather but Pallinaama is having none of it. #T7##SUB#
OBrien looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB#
OBrien is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Pallinaama doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time OBrien. #SUB#
OBrien is working for a kimura but Pallinaama is defending it quite comfortably.
Pallinaama trying to control but OBrien postures up.
#T8##SUB#
OBrien is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Pallinaama wants to improve his position but OBrien is controlling well.
#SUB#
OBrien seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
OBrien is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Pallinaama defends it well.
OBrien seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Pallinaama does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
OBrien is working for a kimura but Pallinaama is defending it quite comfortably.
Pallinaama trying to control from the bottom.
#T9#
Pallinaama tries to get to full guard but OBrien has control of the leg. #SUB#
OBrien is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Pallinaama defends it well. #SUB#
OBrien is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Pallinaama is just riding it out for now. OBrien eventually gives up the hold.
Pallinaama is looking for a sweep. OBrien is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
OBrien is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Pallinaama is just riding it out for now. OBrien eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
OBrien is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T10##SUB#
OBrien is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
OBrien seems to be working for a kimura but Pallinaama defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
OBrien is working for a submission of some sort.
Pallinaama is trying to maintain the position but OBrien is very close to passing his half guard.
Pallinaama slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T11#
Pallinaama manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. OBrien manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: OBrien (4) vs (10) Pallinaama
Pallinaama preventing the sweep.
Pallinaama postures up.
Pallinaama being controlled here momentarily.
OBrien 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.
OBrien working a defensive guard but Pallinaama passes into half guard.
#T12##SUB2#
Pallinaama looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
OBrien is trying to control but can't.
OBrien is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
OBrien manages to get to full guard.
Pallinaama sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T13#
OBrien keeping moving, preventing Pallinaama from controlling successfully.
OBrien 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: OBrien (6) vs (10) Pallinaama
Pallinaama wants to control but OBrien is keeping busy.
OBrien trying to control from half guard but Pallinaama is working away.
OBrien prevents Pallinaama from improving his position.#SUB#
Pallinaama is defending against the submission attempts here by OBrien.
#SUB#
OBrien is trying to work for a kimura but Pallinaama is defending well.
#T14##SUB#
OBrien seems to be working for a kimura but Pallinaama defends the submission attempt.
Pallinaama tries to roll over but OBrien keeps him under control.
OBrien is looking to stall here but Pallinaama recovers full guard.
OBrien looking to sit in guard and control but Pallinaama gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: OBrien (6) vs (12) Pallinaama
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
OBrien controlling the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Pallinaama wins on points by 12 to 6. |
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