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Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary
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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 86
Date: Aug 31, 2024 |
#R1#
A big left from De Floor misses.
Blood throws a combination that misses
and De Floor counters with a stiff right hand. #KD2#
De Floor lands a big head kick that sends Blood tumbling to the mat! De Floor takes a step backwards and waves Blood back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#Blood is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Young Blood has been cut.
Blood's corner calls for a 1-2. Blood obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Oh Blood is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice defenses there by De Floor.
De Floor throws a head kick that misses.
Blood seems to have got his legs back now.
De Floor looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Young Blood seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Blood scores with a jab to the jaw.
Blood misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from De Floor.
Blood throws a series of punches but De Floor avoids them all with ease.
Blood throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
#KD2#
De Floor lands a big head kick that sends Blood tumbling to the mat! De Floor takes a step backwards and waves Blood back to his feet - he wants the finish!
De Floor staying out of range there.#CL2#
Blood tries to keep at a distance but De Floor has taken the fight into the clinch.
Blood blocks a body shot from De Floor.
Blood is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
De Floor can't find room to land a body shot as Blood controls the action.
De Floor lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Blood backwards. #T1#
De Floor stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
De Floor doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
De Floor taking a breather.
A right hand to the body from De Floor.
De Floor lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Blood.
Blood wants to break free but De Floor has control.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Blood.
De Floor lands a shot to the body.
Blood wants to break the clinch but can't.
De Floor lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Blood wants to break free but De Floor has control.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, De Floor creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Blood wants to break free but De Floor has control.
De Floor lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Blood.
A head punch on the inside from De Floor fails to land.
De Floor lands a nice uppercut.
Blood swings wildly with an uppercut but De Floor uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
De Floor scores with a shoulder strike.
Blood swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Blood misses with the head strike.
De Floor scores with an uppercut up the middle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
De Floor works on Blood's body with a couple of short punches.
Blood misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Blood fails to land.
Blood prevents a body shot from De Floor.
Blood has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
De Floor scores with a nice hook to the head.
De Floor has Blood pressed against the cage, preventing Blood from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
De Floor is working Blood over against the cage.
De Floor lands a right hand that snaps the head of Blood backwards.
Blood wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Nice body punch from De Floor - that landed with a thud.
Blood is breathing heavily.
De Floor lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Blood backwards.
A short body shot lands from De Floor as the two fighters clinch.
De Floor lands a left hand.
De Floor misses with a body punch.
#T3#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, De Floor creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
De Floor can't find room to land a body shot as Blood controls the action.
De Floor lands a nice uppercut.
A right hook to the body lands for De Floor.
De Floor doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
De Floor keeps control of Blood as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
De Floor lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Blood backwards.
Blood can't find room to land a body shot as De Floor controls the action.
De Floor can't find room to land a body shot as Blood controls the action.
Blood definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
A short left from De Floor.
De Floor lands a hook to the side of the head.
De Floor taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
De Floor goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Blood fails to land.
De Floor doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
De Floor lands a left hand.
Blood wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
De Floor is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Still in the clinch, De Floor scores with a nice short uppercut.
De Floor lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Blood wants to break the clinch but can't.
De Floor lands an uppercut.
Blood is trying to break free.
Blood throws a blind hook that connects with the side of De Floors head.
Blood can't break the clinch.
Blood lands with a left to the head.
De Floor pressing his opponent against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from De Floor.
Blood tried to land a shot to the body but connects with De Floor's elbow.
Blood tries to throw a body punch but De Floor avoids it by throwing Blood back against the cage.
Blood wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
De Floor misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC#
Blood breaks the clinch.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from De Floor.
Blood takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Blood connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
De Floor connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Blood's hands.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Flip De Floor dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Young Blood's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
An inside leg kick lands from De Floor.
De Floor pulls out of a head kick attempt.
De Floor throws a jab when Blood was well out of range.
It looked like Blood wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Blood's corner calls for a 1-2. Blood obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
De Floor uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Blood.
Good leg kick by De Floor.
Blood sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
De Floor keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Blood.
De Floor scoring well with a low kick there.
Blood walks forward, straight into a front kick from De Floor.
Blood tries to bum rush De Floor with a series of wild strikes but De Floor uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#KD2#
De Floor lands a big uppercut and Blood crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Blood looks OK. De Floor waves Blood back to his feet!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Crack! A monster head kick from De Floor and Blood falls like a tree - timbeeeeeeeeeeerrrr! A highlight reel knockout by De Floor!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Flip De Floor! |
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Event:
OPG: Fight Night 5
Date: Aug 07, 2024 |
#R1##TD#
Hobbs drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Hobbs is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Bando really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Hobbs. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Hobbs slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB#
Hobbs is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Bando is trying to escape and Hobbs transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Bando is forced to tap! Nice work there by Hobbs! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tyler Hobbs! |
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Event:
OPG: Fight Night 5
Date: Aug 07, 2024 |
#R1##TD2#
Boss shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Boss was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Boss remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Noded is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Boss asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Boss in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
A lull in the action here as Boss stalls from top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boss throws a strike aimed at the side of Noded's head but Noded avoids it well.#T1#
Boss in side control, just content to control the action for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Boss is working to tighten his grip on Noded's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Noded has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Boss is really squeezing tight and eventually Noded passes out! Boss breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Final Boss!
An intense looking Final Boss took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'I just whooped your candy asssss'. |
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Event:
HC GRAP 31
Date: Jul 28, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 42 losses; Thad Thayer! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 7 losses; Miles Levesque!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Gregory Folan and William Peck.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Thayer gets a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Thayer (2) vs (0) Levesque
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Levesque is refusing to be controlled, as Thayer sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Levesque looking for submissions off his back.
Levesque manages to get to full guard.
#SUB2#
Levesque is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Levesque has his foot on Thayer's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Thayer works his way back into a safe position though.#T1##SUB2#
Levesque is looking for a triangle but Thayer pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Thayer got a little sloppy there for a moment and Levesque has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Thayer has managed to get both his arms back between Levesque's legs - danger averted.
Thayer passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Thayer (5) vs (0) Levesque
Levesque is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Thayer's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Levesque slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Thayer looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#SUB2#
Levesque looking for a guillotine here but Thayer defends easily.
#SUB2#
Levesque looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Thayer passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Thayer (8) vs (0) Levesque#T2#
Levesque manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Thayer tries to pass the half guard into mount. Levesque knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
Levesque is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Thayer pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Thayer is looking for a kimura but Levesque is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Thayer to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Levesque looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Thayer is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3##SUB2#
Levesque looking for submissions off his back.
Thayer is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Thayer trying to control the position from guard on top but Levesque is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Levesque is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Thayer is aware though and is defending well.#T4##SUB2#
Levesque is looking for a triangle but Thayer pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Levesque looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Thayer has picked Levesque up and slammed him! Levesque can't keep hold of the triangle and Thayer manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Thayer (11) vs (0) Levesque
Levesque felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Levesque tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Thayer wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Levesque regains half guard.#SUB2#
Levesque is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Thayer pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Levesque looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Thayer works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Thayer (14) vs (0) Levesque
Levesque manages to work his way to half guard, despite Thayer's best efforts.#T5##SUB2#
Levesque looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Levesque moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Thayer trying to control the position from guard on top but Levesque is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Levesque has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Thayer can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Levesque is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Thayer defends well.#SUB2#
Levesque isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Thayer stacks Levesque on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Thayer! Score +3 for passing guard: Thayer (17) vs (0) Levesque#T6#
Levesque is looking to reverse the position.
Thayer works to advance to full mount. Levesque defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Thayer (19) vs (0) Levesque
Levesque bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Thayer (19) vs (2) Levesque
Levesque looking to pass the guard.
Levesque slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Thayer keeping full guard, as Levesque tries to pass. #T7##SUB2#
Levesque drops back, looking for a kneebar! Thayer looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Thayer looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Thayer! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Thayer (23) vs (2) Levesque
Levesque is trying to improve his position.
Levesque manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Thayer (23) vs (4) Levesque#SUB2#
Levesque is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Levesque is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Levesque is working for a submission of some sort.
#T8#
Levesque wants to free his trapped foot but Thayer is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
Levesque is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Thayer is trying to maintain the position but Levesque is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Levesque is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Thayer doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Levesque. #T9##SUB2#
Levesque wants to work for an arm triangle but Thayer is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Levesque is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Thayer doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Levesque.
Levesque is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Levesque wants to take a breather but Thayer is having none of it.
Levesque tries to pass to full mount but Thayer defends it. #T10##SUB2#
Levesque seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Levesque is looking for a kimura here.
Thayer wants to improve his position but Levesque is controlling well.
Thayer wants to control but Levesque is keeping busy.
Thayer might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Levesque seems to be working for a kimura but Thayer defends the submission attempt.
Thayer is controlling Levesque's position as best he can from this difficult position.#T11#
Thayer wants to control but Levesque is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Levesque 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.
Thayer is trying to maintain the position but Levesque is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Levesque 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.
Levesque controlling the pace.
Well,Thayer is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?#T12##SUB2#
Levesque is working for a kimura but Thayer is defending it quite comfortably.
Levesque wants to free his trapped foot but Thayer is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Thayer makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Thayer.
Thayer 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.#T13#
Thayer keeping full guard, as Levesque tries to pass.
Thayer is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Levesque controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Levesque works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
Levesque is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Thayer defends it well.
Thayer is staying active underneath Levesque, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T14#
Thayer wants to improve his position but Levesque is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Levesque is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Thayer doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Levesque.
Thayer works his way to full guard. Good work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Levesque wants to control from the top but Thayer keeps moving.
Levesque passes Thayer's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Levesque is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Thayer doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Levesque.
And that's the end of the fight!
Thayer takes the fight on points by 23 to 4. |
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Event:
HC GRAP 30
Date: Jul 24, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 6 losses; Miles Levesque! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 1 losses; Matteo Chibaclov!
The judges for this bout are Paul Tew, Donald Grub and Chris Edwards.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Chibaclov closes the distance and pushes Levesque back into the cage.#TD2#
Chibaclov turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Levesque (0) vs (4) Chibaclov#SUB2#
Chibaclov tries for a kimura but Levesque is defending well.
Levesque is trying to get back to half guard.
Levesque is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Chibaclov is trying to get an arm triangle but Levesque is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Levesque tries to bench press Chibaclov off him but Chibaclov keeps the position.
Levesque is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Chibaclov's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB2#
Chibaclov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Levesque doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Chibaclov. #T1##SUB2#
Chibaclov is working for a kimura but Levesque is defending it quite comfortably.
Chibaclov wants to free his trapped foot but Levesque is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Chibaclov wants to take a breather but Levesque is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Levesque looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Levesque looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Chibaclov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Levesque does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T2#
Chibaclov is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#SUB#
Levesque looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Chibaclov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Chibaclov 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.
#SUB2#
Chibaclov is looking for a kimura here.
#T3##SUB2#
Chibaclov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Levesque doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Chibaclov. #SUB#
Levesque looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Chibaclov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Chibaclov wants to work for an arm triangle but Levesque is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T4##SUB2#
Chibaclov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Levesque looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Levesque looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Levesque wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Chibaclov wants to work for an arm triangle but Levesque is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Chibaclov is pressing down on Levesque's thigh, looking to free his foot. Levesque is holding on for now.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Chibaclov in particular looking to stall.#T5#
Chibaclov prevents Levesque from improving his position.#SUB#
Levesque has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Chibaclov escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Chibaclov! Score +3 for passing guard: Levesque (0) vs (7) Chibaclov
Levesque is not content to let Chibaclov control the position.
Chibaclov tries to move into full mount but can't pass Levesque's legs.
Chibaclov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Levesque keeps working. #T6#
Levesque sneaks back into half guard.#SUB2#
Chibaclov is working for a kimura but Levesque is defending it quite comfortably.
Chibaclov trying to control from half guard but Levesque is working away.
The fighters are battling for position here. Levesque manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T7#
Chibaclov wants to control from the top but Levesque keeps moving.
Chibaclov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Chibaclov wants to control from the top but Levesque keeps moving. #SUB#
Levesque looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Chibaclov passes Levesque's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Levesque looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Levesque looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T8##SUB#
Levesque actively working from the bottom here.
Levesque is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Chibaclov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Levesque is just riding it out for now. Chibaclov eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Levesque looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Levesque looking for submissions off his back.
Chibaclov works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Levesque (0) vs (10) Chibaclov#T9##SUB2#
Levesque defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Chibaclov. #SUB2#
Chibaclov jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Levesque manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Levesque is looking to regain half guard here but Chibaclov keeps moving and retains side control.
Levesque is not content to let Chibaclov control the position. #SUB2#
Chibaclov is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Levesque is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T10#
Levesque tries to buck Chibaclov off but Chibaclov is having none of it.#SUB2#
Chibaclov tries for a kimura but Levesque is defending well.
Levesque regains half guard.
Levesque is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Chibaclov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Levesque doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Chibaclov.
Levesque makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Levesque.#T11#
Chibaclov controls from within his opponent's guard.
Levesque keeping full guard, as Chibaclov tries to pass.
Chibaclov keeps trying to improve his position.
Chibaclov passes into half guard.
Chibaclov trying to control the action but Levesque is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Chibaclov is trying to work for a kimura but Levesque is defending well.
#T12#
Chibaclov is trying to control. Levesque wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Levesque looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Chibaclov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Levesque is just riding it out for now. Chibaclov eventually gives up the hold.
Chibaclov wants to take a breather but Levesque is having none of it. #SUB2#
Chibaclov is working for a submission of some sort.
Levesque works his way to full guard. Good work.#T13##SUB2#
Chibaclov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Chibaclov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Levesque working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Chibaclov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Chibaclov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Chibaclov works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
Chibaclov is looking for a kimura here.
Levesque tries to get to full guard but Chibaclov has control of the leg. #T14#
Chibaclov wants to control but Levesque is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Levesque actively working from the bottom here.
Levesque tries to roll over but Chibaclov keeps him under control.
Chibaclov performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Chibaclov is keen to just control but Levesque is a slippery customer.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Chibaclov wants to work for an arm triangle but Levesque is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Levesque is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Chibaclov pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Levesque looking for submissions off his back.
And that's the end of the fight!
Chibaclov wins on points by 10 to 0.
Matteo Chibaclov was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 23, 2024 |
#R1##CL#
Kongo clinches up against the cage.#TD#
Kongo has hold of one of Noded's legs. Noded is fighting the takedown attempt but Kongo gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Kongo is standing up over Noded. Noded looks to escape but Kongo dives into side control.
#REVB#
Kongo working away.#SU#
Kongo decides to stand up, so the ref orders Noded to his feet.
Noded misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Noded fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kongo looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Noded avoids a punch combination nicely.
Crunch! Noded slams his shin into Kongo's torso.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kongo shoots in looking for a takedown but Noded manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kongo's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Kongo stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Noded.
Noded lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kongo circles away quickly and effectively.
Noded throws a head kick that misses. #TD#
Kongo drives through with a takedown into guard.
Noded wants to get back to his feet but Kongo passes into half guard.
#T1##REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Noded wants to stand back up but Kongo manages to pass into side control.
Kongo is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Noded struggling a bit here.
Kongo trying to control the action but Noded is working from the bottom.
Kongo is really struggling to control Noded but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Noded tries to escape but Kongo is in control. #T2#
A control attempt from Noded but he's now mounted!#SUB#
Kongo working for a submission but Noded is keeping him at bay. #SUB#
Kongo wants to finish this one by submission but Noded is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Kongo.
Noded is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
#ES2#
Noded bucks up and throws Kongo to the side - he's got back to his feet. Great escape!
Kongo takes one to the chin there.
Noded tries to clinch up.
Noded takes a swing at Kongo's ribcage but misses.
Noded closes the distance and clinches up with Kongo, looking for a takedown. Noded pushes Kongo against the cage but Kongo circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD#
Kongo looking to score a takedown here. Noded is defending well but Kongo drives through and ends up in Noded's guard.
Noded manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Kongo is breathing heavily.#T3#
Kongo misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Danga de danga de dang - Noded scores with a four punch combination!
Noded connects with a right hand. Kongo shakes it off.
Noded dives in for a single leg takedown but Kongo sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Kongo fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anton Kongo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Noded shoots in but no luck this time.
A head kick misses from Noded.
Kongo shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Noded but Noded pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Kongo takes a head kick and keeps coming.
#T4#
Noded throws a head kick that half lands.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Noded throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Kongo's head.
Noded throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kongo looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Noded is fending him off so far but Kongo persists. Nope, Noded circles away and we're back to standing.#CL#
Kongo rushes Noded and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Noded's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Noded is trying to break free.
Noded wants to get back to striking at distance but Kongo won't allow it.
Kongo is trying to drag Noded to the mat but Noded just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#BC#
Kongo pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Punk Noded dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Noded misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kongo showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Noded.
Noded lands with a good body shot.
Noded misses with a hook
#CL#
and Kongo counters by moving into the clinch. #BC#
Kongo breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Noded lands a jab.
A right-left combo lands from Noded.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kongo fails with the takedown.#CL#
Kongo rushes Noded and presses him up against the cage.
Kongo keeps control of Noded as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #T1#
Noded is trying to break the clinch but Kongo has him pressed against the cage.
Noded is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Noded wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#TD#
Kongo pulls guard successfully.
#SU2#
Noded stands and steps away. Kongo gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Horrible takedown attempt by Noded or perhaps it was just good defense by Kongo, which made it look bad.
Noded has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Noded throws a head kick that Kongo semi-blocks.
Noded throws a series of punches but Kongo avoids them all with ease.
It looked like Kongo was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Kongo takes a kick to the side of the head.
Kongo slips under a jab from Noded.
Kongo shoots for a takedown but Noded saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Noded is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kongo with a body shot.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anton Kongo. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Noded thuds a left hand into Kongo's body.
Noded tries a head kick but it misses.
Kongo is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Noded.
Kongo takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kongo shoots in for a takedown but Noded shows good takedown defense.
Noded counters with a body kick.
Kongo fails with a takedown attempt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A head kick misses from Noded.
Noded tries to clinch up.
Kongo drops down looking for a counter takedown but Noded sprawls and moves away.
Noded thumps Kongo with a low kick.
Kongo tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Noded manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A punch combination from Noded misses.
Kongo tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Noded paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Punk Noded seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kongo walks into a stiff left hand from Noded.#T3#
Noded moves out of range as Kongo throws a body kick.
Noded throws a head kick that Kongo semi-blocks.
Kongo shoots in for a takedown but Noded shows good takedown defense.
Kongo sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Noded lands a slapping body shot.
Noded tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kongo manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Noded blocks a head kick by Kongo.
A nice leg kick from Noded, right into the meat of the thigh.
Noded lands with a nice combination. Kongo backs away looking to recover.
Noded throws a front kick that sends Kongo stumbling back into the cage.#CL#
Kongo forces Noded back against the cage and clinches.#BC#
Kongo breaks from the clinch.
Noded doesn't manage to clinch there - Kongo circles away.
#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Kongo rushes Noded and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Noded tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Kongo just stands there and leans against the cage.
Kongo is looking to take this one to the mat.
Kongo wants a takedown.
Noded looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Kongo has Noded pushed against the cage.
Noded tries to break free but Kongo pushes him back against the cage.
Kongo fails to pull guard.
Noded wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Noded wants to break free but Kongo has control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Punk Noded showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Noded misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#CL#
Noded tries to keep at a distance but Kongo has taken the fight into the clinch.
Kongo is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Noded pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Noded tries to circle away but Kongo has him pinned against the cage.
Noded is trying to break the clinch but Kongo is controlling him.#TD#
Kongo gets control of Noded's arms and successfully pulls guard. Kongo will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Noded wanted to stand there but Kongo had control of the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kongo manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Noded manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Kongo working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Anton Kongo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Noded being controlled here, momentarily.
Kongo trying to control but Noded is working from the bottom.
Noded wants to get back to his feet but Kongo is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Noded manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kongo manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Kongo keeping moving, preventing Noded from controlling successfully. #SU2#
Noded stands up and waves to Kongo to follow him. #T2#
Noded tries to clinch up
and Kongo counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #CL#
Kongo fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Noded, pushing him back against the cage.
Noded looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC#
Kongo breaks from the clinch.
Kongo stuffs the takedown.
Kongo takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Noded scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kongo in his tracks.
Anton Kongo is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Kongo instigates a clinch.
Kongo jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Noded walks away with a smile on his face. Kongo gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Kongo crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Noded - the referee stops the clock and Kongo gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Noded. Kongo manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.#T3#
Noded throws a shot to the body.
A head kick from Noded lands but Kongo takes it in his stride.
Noded looks to land a combination. Kongo sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Noded throws a one two combo.
A head kick by Noded misses
and Kongo counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Noded is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kongo sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Kongo keeps the fight on the outside.
Kongo appears to be looking for a big counter.
Noded throws the kick towards the body but Kongo avoids it.
Noded throws a combination that misses
and Kongo makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kongo changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Noded tries to avoid it but Kongo manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Noded to the ground. Noded escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Noded only half commits to the counter leg kick.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anton Kongo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Noded throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Punk Noded seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Kongo dives in and scores a takedown into Noded's guard.
Kongo landing some decent shots from guard. #T4#
Kongo trying to control but Noded is working from the bottom.
Noded wants to get back to his feet but Kongo is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Noded is trying to hold Kongo in close to prevent damage but Kongo has managed to pass into half guard.
Kongo content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Noded is trying to stand back up but Kongo is controlling him
Anton Kongo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Punk Noded is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Kongo is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Anton Kongo.
I think Noded 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 Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 28:29
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Punk Noded! |
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Event:
HC GRAP 29
Date: Jul 22, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 14 losses; Marquis Chriss! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 5 losses; Miles Levesque!
The judges for this bout are Josh West, Jeff Smith and Roger Salmon.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
The fight stays on the outside here - Levesque looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#TD#
Chriss feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Chriss (2) vs (0) Levesque#SUB2#
Levesque is looking for a triangle but Chriss pushes his legs off easily.
Chriss wants to control from the top but Levesque keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Levesque throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Chriss trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Levesque keeping moving, preventing Chriss from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Chriss drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Levesque manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Chriss has Levesque in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chriss (2) vs (2) Levesque
Chriss seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Levesque has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Chriss to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Levesque is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Chriss pulls down on the head and he's put Levesque to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Marquis Chriss!
Marquis Chriss decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
OPG 6: Cote vs Williams
Date: Jul 20, 2024 |
#R1#
Bando throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Mamedsharipov's waist but Mamedsharipov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Bando off to one side.
Mamedsharipov looks to land a combination but Bando avoids it well.
Bando attempts a counter takedown but Mamedsharipov avoids it well and moves away.#KD2#
Mamedsharipov drops Bando with a left right combo! Mamedsharipov follows him down to the ground into side control.
#ROC2#Bando is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Merlin Bando has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A big shot lands for Mamedsharipov! That's hurt Bando! Will he recover? Mamedsharipov fires away with more strikes and the referee has to step in to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Shamsudin Mamedsharipov!
After the fight, Shamsudin Mamedsharipov 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:
HC GRAP 28
Date: Jul 12, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 5 losses; Miles Levesque! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Kittisak Saetang!
The judges for this bout are Paul Gruel, Colin Fray and Micheangelo Fripello.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Saetang clinches. #TD#
Levesque gets a nice trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Levesque (2) vs (0) Saetang
Saetang is trying to control but can't.
Saetang wants to improve his position but Levesque is controlling well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Levesque is looking for a kimura here.
Saetang trying to hold on to Levesque's head to control him but Levesque postures up.
#SUB#
Levesque is working for a submission of some sort.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Levesque is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Saetang defends it well. #T1##SUB#
Levesque seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Levesque is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Saetang is just riding it out for now. Levesque eventually gives up the hold.
Saetang trying to hold on to Levesque's head to control him but Levesque postures up.
#SUB#
Levesque is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Saetang gets back to full guard.
#T2##SUB2#
Saetang has his foot on Levesque's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Levesque works his way back into a safe position though.
Levesque trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Saetang manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Levesque (2) vs (2) Saetang
Saetang must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Levesque looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Levesque is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Saetang defends well.#SUB#
Levesque has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Saetang can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Saetang stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Levesque swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T3##SUB#
Levesque looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Levesque looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#SUB#
Levesque has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Saetang 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.#SUB#
Levesque is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Saetang defends well.#SUB#
Levesque has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Saetang can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T4#
Saetang tries to free his leg and advance position but Levesque is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Levesque is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Saetang is aware though and is defending well.
Saetang trying to control the position from guard on top but Levesque is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Saetang passes Levesque's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Levesque looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Levesque looking for submissions off his back.
Saetang seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Levesque does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T5#
Saetang trying to mount his opponent but Levesque defends it.
Levesque gets back to full guard.
#SUB#
Levesque throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Saetang avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T6##SUB#
Levesque looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Levesque will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Saetang has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Levesque to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Saetang is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Levesque pulls down on the head and he's put Saetang to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Miles Levesque!
An out of breath and clearly excited Miles Levesque thanked Hawaii Nutrition for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 05, 2024 |
#R1#
Noded throws a quick inside leg kick.
Noded scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
#CUT#It looks like Devin Vermitte has been cut.
Noded tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Noded misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Vermitte fails with an attempt to clinch.
Vermitte takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Noded.
A chopping leg kick lands by Noded. #CL2#
Vermitte clinches with his opponent.
Vermitte has Noded pressed against the cage, preventing Noded from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Noded looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Vermitte.
Vermitte fails to pull guard.
Noded is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Noded is trying to push Vermitte away but Vermitte has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Noded tries to circle away but Vermitte has him pinned against the cage.#T1##BC2#
Vermitte breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Noded comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Noded fails with an attempt to clinch.
Vermitte with the counter takedown but Noded avoids it easily.#CL2#
Vermitte instigates a clinch.
Noded gets underhooks to prevent Vermitte's takedown attempt.
#BC#
Noded breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Noded lands with a good body shot.
Vermitte looks winded!
Noded darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Noded lands a monster head kick that reverborates around the arena! The crowd goes wild as Vermitte crumples to the floor! Noded milks the crowd's applause and if that isn't knockout of the night, I will be very surprised!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Punk Noded! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 03, 2024 |
#R1##TD#
Bando looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Bar manages to get to full guard.
Bando trying to control but Bar is working from the bottom.
Bar pulls Bando in close to prevent any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bar wants to sweep here but Bando controlling him for the moment. #T1#
Bar is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB##SUB2#
Bar is working for a kimura but Bando is defending it quite comfortably.
Bando on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Bando tries to get out of the position.
Bar prevents Bando from improving his position.
Bar content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Bando has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bar is working away from the top position though.#T2#
Bar throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Bando wants to get back to his feet.
Bando has a hand on Bar's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Bar takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Bando avoids a series of strikes thrown by Bar.
Bando is wriggling around trying to escape.
Bando avoids a series of strikes thrown by Bar.
#T3#
Bando is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Bar content just to control the position here.
Bando knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Bar on the ground.
Bando is in all sorts of trouble here.
Bando is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Bar jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Bando is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Bando and Bar has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Bando tries to buck Bar off but Bar is having none of it.#T4##SUB2#
Bar is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Bando has escaped the position, nice work there.
Bando is trying to escape the position but Bar is controlling the position. #SUB2#
Bar is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Bando knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Bar slows the pace down.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Boom Bar dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Bando shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Bando shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bar as he jumps to the side.
Bar tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bando throws a head kick but Bar moves out of range.
Bar circles away from the clinch attempt.
Merlin Bando seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bar swings for the body but Bando moves out of range.
#TD2#
Bar drives through with a takedown into Bando's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Bando is wriggling around but Bar manages to pass to half guard.
#REVR#
Bando wants to control but Bar is keeping busy and won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Bando wants to control but Bar passes into side.
#T1#
Bando can't do much from the bottom here. #SU2#
Bar stands up.
Bando tries to clinch but Bar is having none of it.
Bar throws out a counter right but Bando avoids it with no problem.
Bar tries a head kick but it misses.
#CL2#
Bar moves into range and clinches up with Bando.
Bar with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Bando on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Bando has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Bar avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Merlin Bando. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bando wants to stall.
Bando tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Bar just stands there and leans against the cage.#T2#
Bar trying to land knees to the body.
#BC#
Bando breaks the clinch.
#CL2#
Bar closes the distance and pushes Bando back into the cage.
Bar lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bando backwards.
Bar is trying to break free.
Bando is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #TD2#
Bar lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bar seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Bando is trying to maintain the position but Bar is very close to passing his half guard.#T3#
Bar has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Bar has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bando looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
Bar is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Bar missing with strikes. #T4#
Bando is trying to stand back up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bar trying to control.#SUB2#
Bar working for a choke but Bando is defending well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bando is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Bar.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Boom Bar showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Bar misses with a two punch combination.
#TD#
Bar gets caught napping as Bando dives in and scores a takedown. Bar manages to retain guard.
Bar has his feet on Bando's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. #TD2#
Bar shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #SUB2#
Bar drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Bar jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Bando has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Bar is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Bando.
Bar in side control, just content to control the action for now.
You can see the frustration on Bando's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T1#
Bando tries to control but Bar manages to take his back.
Bando is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bando trying to control the hands but Bar breaks the grip. #SUB2#
Bar has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB2#
Bando preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Bar.
Bar is hanging on to Bando's back as he tries to escape.
Bar struggling to keep hold of the position.
Bando tries to escape but Bar has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Bar lands a couple of good shots to his opponent's body and a final shot to the head. Good little attack there by Bar.
Bar biding his time, looking for the opening.
Bando trying to control the action but Bar just sinks the hooks in. #T3#
Bando is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Bando tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Bando avoids a series of strikes thrown by Bar.
Bar controlling from the full mount.
Bando reaches up to try and control the position but Bar seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Bando rolls and tries to escape and now Bar has his back!
#SUB2#
Bar is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Bando knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Bando for a finish.
Bar misses with a punch to the head. #T4#
Bar is riding his opponent, not letting Bando buck him off. #SUB2#
Bando showing good submission defense here.
#ES#
Bando is looking to stand back up. He's having to work hard to escape but eventually he manages it.
Merlin Bando has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#CL2#
Bar rushes Bando and presses him up against the cage.
Boom Bar is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#TD#
Bando has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Bar uses from the top position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Boom Bar comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bar has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 27:30
Judge Josh West scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Boom Bar! |
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Event:
AFA 3
Date: Dec 19, 2017 |
#R1#
Cobblepot swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Vos.
Vos doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Vos takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Cobblepot connects with an inside leg kick.
Vos fails with the takedown
and Cobblepot counters with a leg kick. #TD2#
Vos is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Cobblepot's half guard.
Vos sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Cobblepot defending well though. #SUB2#
Vos seems to be working for a kimura but Cobblepot defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Vos is trying to work for a kimura but Cobblepot is defending well.
#SUB2#
Vos is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Cobblepot has managed to free his arm - good work. #T1#
Cobblepot keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Vos lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB2#
Cobblepot is defending against the submission attempts here by Vos.
Cobblepot keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Vos is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Vos wants to work for an arm triangle but Cobblepot is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Cobblepot is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Vos 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.
Cobblepot is doing well to control the position and prevent Vos from advancing to side control.
We've been informed that Vos has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#T3##SUB2#
Vos is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Vos is trying to work for a kimura but Cobblepot is defending well.
#SUB2#
Vos is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Cobblepot is just riding it out for now. Vos eventually gives up the hold. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Vos is pressing down on Cobblepot's thigh, looking to free his foot. Cobblepot is holding on for now. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Vos closes the distance and clinches up with Cobblepot, looking for a takedown. Vos pushes Cobblepot against the cage but Cobblepot circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Oswald Cobblepot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tom Vos.
Vos throws a sloppy head kick and Cobblepot moves out of range easily.
Cobblepot thumps Vos with a low kick.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A clash of legs there as Vos blocks the low kick.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Vos is defended easily by Cobblepot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Oswald Cobblepot 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#
Vos throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Cobblepot's waist but Cobblepot gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Vos off to one side.
Vos 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.
Vos takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Vos darts in trying to clinch
and Cobblepot counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
A solid leg kick lands there for Cobblepot.
Vos throws an off balance right hand
and Cobblepot cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#TD2#
Vos closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB2#
Vos swings around for an armbar but Cobblepot sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Vos's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cobblepot is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Vos looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Cobblepot puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Cobblepot is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Vos can do to turn this around?#T1#
Vos moves into full guard.
#SUB2#
Vos is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Vos throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Tom Vos has got the better of the ground game so far.
Cobblepot controlling from the top position.
Vos pulls Cobblepot in close to his closed guard and prevents Cobblepot from doing any damage or advancing position.
Cobblepot has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Vos throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Cobblepot escapes and throws Vos's legs to the side, diving into side control! #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
The referee asks Cobblepot politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Cobblepot prefers to stall for the moment though.
Cobblepot tries to move to mount but Vos blocks the move with his legs.
Vos tries to improve position but can't.
Vos isn't going anywhere.
You can see the frustration on Vos's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T3#
Cobblepot taking a breather here. #SU#
Cobblepot decides to stand up, so the ref orders Vos to his feet.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Vos.
Oswald Cobblepot is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Vos misses with a takedown attempt
and Cobblepot counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Oswald Cobblepot has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tom Vos.
Vos shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Cobblepot but Cobblepot pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Vos is breathing heavily.
Cobblepot swings for the body but Vos moves out of range.
Vos fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T4##TD2#
Vos closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Cobblepot did well to prevent Vos getting side control.#ES#
Cobblepot manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cobblepot tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vos was well out of range. Poor timing from Cobblepot.
A solid leg kick lands there for Cobblepot.
Cobblepot is looking to wear down Vos with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Cobblepot tries a low kick but Vos avoids it.
Tom Vos seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cobblepot just misses with a punch to the body.
Cobblepot throws a low kick but Vos moves out of range easily.
Cobblepot lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#CUT#
It looks like Tom Vos has been cut.
Tom Vos is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD2#
Vos looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#ES#
Cobblepot makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Oswald Cobblepot dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Tom Vos's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Vos gets a takedown into half guard.
Cobblepot is looking for a sweep. Vos is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Cobblepot has his hands clasped together around Vos's back. He's all about the action.
Vos thows a huge punch but Cobblepot dodges it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Cobblepot is defending against the submission attempts here by Vos.
#SUB2#
Vos is looking for a kimura but Cobblepot is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Vos to get the leverage. #T1#
Cobblepot is refusing to be controlled, as Vos sits in half guard.
Cobblepot wants to control but Vos is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Vos thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Cobblepot's head.
Vos passes the guard and advances to mount!
Cobblepot is squirming around, avoiding Vos's attempts to control the action.
Vos unloads with some shots from mount but Cobblepot bucks and avoids them well.
Oswald Cobblepot is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Vos lands a heavy elbow.
Cobblepot working to try and regain half guard.
Vos content just to control the position here.
Vos scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Cobblepot?
Cobblepot is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Vos scoring with strikes but Cobblepot is staying in there.
Vos sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!#T3#
Vos looking to finish with strikes here!
#SUB2#
Vos moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Cobblepot has worked his arm free - good work by Cobblepot!
Vos throwing strikes but Cobblepot manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Vos is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Cobblepot's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB2#
Vos is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Cobblepot pulls his head out easily.
Cobblepot prevents Vos from improving his position.#T4##SUB2#
Vos actively working from the bottom here.
Vos takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Cobblepot perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB2#
Vos looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Cobblepot pushes past his half guard into mount!
Cobblepot avoids the attempt from Vos to control.
Tom Vos has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Cobblepot controlling the pace for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Vos wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
Cobblepot just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Tom Vos.
I think Cobblepot 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 Steven Brown scores the fight 28:29
Judge William Gold scores the fight 29:29
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 29:28
The fight is ruled a draw!
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Event:
RS 160 Bone Crushing
Date: Dec 16, 2017 |
#R1#
Maclennan is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Canoe.
Maclennan lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Canoe at a distance.
Canoe looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Maclennan falls off balance throwing a combination
and Canoe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Canoe shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A little jabbing left from Maclennan on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Canoe shoots in for a takedown but Maclennan shows good takedown defense.
Despite the aggression on Maclennan's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Canoe shoots in for a takedown but Maclennan shows good takedown defense.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Douche Canoe. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Maclennan tries to close the distance and clinch but Canoe swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Canoe attempts a counter takedown but Maclennan avoids it well and moves away.
A head kick from Maclennan lands but Canoe takes it in his stride.
Canoe slips a straight right by Maclennan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head kick from Maclennan lands but Canoe takes it in his stride. #CL2#
Maclennan gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC2#
Maclennan breaks the clinch.
Maclennan throws a jab but it's blocked by Canoe.
Canoe throwing a counter right hand but Maclennan manages to avoid it.#T1#
Canoe dodges the punch combination from Maclennan.
Canoe seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Maclennan swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Canoe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Maclennan throws a head kick that misses.
Canoe throwing a counter right hand but Maclennan manages to avoid it.
Maclennan thuds his right hand into Canoe's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A big left from Maclennan misses.
Canoe is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Nice uppercut there from Maclennan.#CUT2#
It looks like Douche Canoe has been cut.
Maclennan misses with a combination
and Canoe counters with a nice uppercut.
Maclennan throws an off balance right hand
#KD#
and Canoe counters with a crisp right hand that drops Maclennan! Canoe lets Maclennan back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC#
Maclennan is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Maclennan throws a combination that misses
and Canoe counters with a stiff right hand.
Maclennan is still on wobbly legs! Can Canoe finish him?
Maclennan throws a one two combo.
#TD#
Maclennan gets caught napping as Canoe dives in and scores a takedown. Maclennan manages to retain guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Canoe is working Maclennan over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T2#
Canoe postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Canoe throwing strikes but missing.
Canoe lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Canoe postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Maclennan preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Maclennan seems to have recovered his senses.
Canoe scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Canoe gets to his feet and stands over Maclennan, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! Maclennan felt that one! Canoe unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save Maclennan from any more punishment!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Douche Canoe!
In his post fight interview, Douche Canoe started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
AFA 2
Date: Dec 05, 2017 |
#R1#
Solberg lands a head kick. Tauer smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Solberg scores with a jab. Tauer acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Solberg avoids a punch combination nicely.
Tauer throws a body shot but no joy.
Solberg pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tauer looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Tauer connects with a looping right hand.
A lazy left from Tauer finds it's target.
Solberg misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tauer bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Solberg's head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice uppercut there from Tauer.
Tauer throws a series of punches but Solberg avoids them all with ease.
Solberg shoots in looking for a takedown. Tauer tries to sprawl out of it but Solberg keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Tauer manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Solberg takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
#T1#
Tauer misses with a takedown attempt - Solberg sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Tauer lands a slapping body shot.
Tauer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Solberg.
Solberg misses with a head kick.
Good shot there by Tauer.
Tauer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Solberg moves away.
Tauer is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Tauer scores with a jab to the head.
Solberg dives in for a single leg takedown but Tauer sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Tauer blocks a head kick by Solberg.
Tauer connects with a jab.
Tauer lands a jab to the head.
Tauer has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Solberg throws a head kick but Tauer moves out of range.
#T2#
Tauer scores with a hook.#ROC2#
Solberg is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!#KD2#
Tauer throws a big overhand right that connects, sending Solberg tumbling to the canvas!
Oh Solberg is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Tauer stays in close to Solberg's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Solberg is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Tauer is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Solberg seems to have got his legs back now.#SU2#
Tauer gets to his feet - Solberg follows without any prompting.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Tauer. #TD#
Solberg shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Tauer has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Solberg is working away from the top position though.#T3##SUB#
Solberg wants to work for an arm triangle but Tauer is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Tauer looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Solberg is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Solberg maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Tauer could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Solberg has cracked it and Tauer is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Solberg!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Peter Solberg!
Peter Solberg managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Zenith Nutrition (160q/225$), into his post fight interview.
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Event:
RS 158 Gettin' Filthy
Date: Dec 02, 2017 |
#R1##CL#
Maclennan rushes Hoodoo and presses him up against the cage.
Hoodoo tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Maclennan avoids it.#BC#
Maclennan's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Maclennan throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Maclennan sets himself, and Hoodoo steps forward looking for the clinch! Maclennan avoids it this time.
Hoodoo moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Maclennan throws a head kick but Hoodoo moves out of range.
Maclennan fails with an attempt to clinch.
Hoodoo misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
We've been informed that Hoodoo has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Hoodoo misses with the combination.
Maclennan misses with a straight left.
Hoodoo wants to counter with a clinch but Maclennan pushes him away.
Maclennan lands with a kick to the temple. Hoodoo shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Hoodoo avoids the body shot from Maclennan.
Maclennan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Maclennan fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Maclennan tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Hoodoo paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Maclennan scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Hoodoo misses with an uppercut. Maclennan saw that one coming.#T1#
Hoodoo blocks a head kick by Maclennan.
Hoodoo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Maclennan.
Maclennan throwing a counter right hand but Hoodoo manages to avoid it.
Maclennan is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Hoodoo walks into a straight right hand from Maclennan.
Maclennan misses with a double jab
#CL2#
and Hoodoo holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Hoodoo tries to land a knee to the head but Maclennan blocks with his arms.
Hoodoo tries a knee to the head but Maclennan blocks it.
#BC2#
Hoodoo breaks the clinch.
Maclennan throws a head kick that half lands.
Maclennan throws a lazy uppercut
letting Hoodoo counter with a right hand.
Left hook, right uppercut from Maclennan. #CUT#
It looks like Henry Hoodoo has been cut.
Maclennan displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hoodoo throws out the jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Maclennan misses with a head kick.
#T2#
Hoodoo throws out a loose jab but Maclennan uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hoodoo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Maclennan.
#CL#
Maclennan rushes Hoodoo and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Maclennan breaks the clinch.
Maclennan throws a head kick but Hoodoo moves out of range.
Hoodoo throws out a counter right but Maclennan avoids it with no problem.
Maclennan looks to land a right hand but Hoodoo moved out of range.
Maclennan takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Maclennan throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Maclennan throws a looping overhand right but Hoodoo ducks down to avoid it. #CL2#
Hoodoo darts in and clinches Maclennan up against the cage.
Hoodoo is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Maclennan is defending well for now.
Hoodoo creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Hoodoo throws an elbow but it misses.
Hoodoo tries a knee to the head but Maclennan blocks it.
Hoodoo holding his opponent close, against the cage.
#T3#
Maclennan blocks a body shot from Hoodoo.
Maclennan lands a left hand.
#BC2#
Hoodoo breaks from the clinch.
Maclennan waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hoodoo.
Maclennan pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Maclennan rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Hoodoo counters with a straight right hand.
Hoodoo dodges the punch combination from Maclennan.
A big right from Hoodoo misses.
Hoodoo connects with a looping right hand.
Hoodoo lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Maclennan clobbers Hoodoo with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Maclennan throws a jab when Hoodoo was well out of range.
Hoodoo slips a jab and a cross from Maclennan.
#T4#
Maclennan looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Hoodoo wants to counter with a clinch but Maclennan pushes him away.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hoodoo throws a sloppy head kick and Maclennan moves out of range easily.
Hoodoo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Maclennan.
Maclennan looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Hoodoo looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Maclennan. Hoodoo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hoodoo rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Maclennan moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Hoodoo bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Maclennan's head.
Maclennan misses with the combination.
Maclennan tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Hoodoo wants to counter the offense by Maclennan and move into the clinch position.
A jab from Hoodoo finds it's way through Maclennan's defenses.
Hoodoo avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#CL#
Maclennan clinches up against the cage.
A short uppercut from Hoodoo.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Maclennan blocks an elbow strike from Hoodoo.
Nice body punch from Maclennan - that landed with a thud.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Henry Hoodoo will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Henry Hoodoo's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Hoodoo lunges at Maclennan with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Maclennan's hand.
Maclennan lands a jab to Hoodoo's midsection.
Maclennan fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Hoodoo is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Maclennan takes one on the button.
Nice shot by Maclennan.#ROC#
Hoodoo is rocked!
Hoodoo might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Look low, kick high! Maclennan uses the oldest trick in the book to send Hoodoo tumbling to the canvas, in a truly brutal knockout! Maclennan is absolutely delighted - when Hoodoo wakes up, I doubt he'll be quite so happy!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Angus Maclennan!
A very excited looking Angus Maclennan 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:
AFA 1
Date: Nov 21, 2017 |
#R1#
Vos has a takedown stuffed.
Crank scores with a jab to the head.
#CUT2#
It looks like Tom Vos has been cut.
Crank throws the left hand but Vos avoids the punch easily.#TD#
Vos closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Crank did well to prevent Vos getting side control.
Vos not doing much here.
Crank wants to improve his position but Vos is controlling well.
#SUB#
Vos is working for a submission of some sort.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Crank is looking for a sweep. Vos is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T1#
Crank wants to control but Vos is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Vos is trying to work for a kimura but Crank is defending well.
Crank has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Vos is working away from the top position though.
Vos trying to control the action but Crank is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Vos wants to work for an arm triangle but Crank is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Vos is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Crank doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Vos.
Crank felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Crank trying to hold on to Vos's head to control him but Vos postures up.
Vos looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Vos is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Vos throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Crank because Vos loaded up on that one.
Crank is looking to get to half guard.
Crank slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Vos sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Crank defending well though. #T3#
Crank is trying to maintain the position but Vos is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Vos is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Crank sees it coming and defends easily.
Crank keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB#
Vos is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Crank doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Vos.
Crank is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Vos wants to lay and pray for a moment but Crank keeps working.
Vos tries to pass the half guard into mount. Crank knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Vos is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Crank sees it coming and defends easily.
Crank is trying to maintain the position but Vos is very close to passing his half guard.
Vos wants to take a breather but Crank is having none of it.
Vos looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Vos sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Crank defending well though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Crank is trying to stand up here but Vos is controlling him well.
Crank works his way to full guard. Good work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Crank looking for a sweep. Not yet Crank, not yet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tom Vos dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tom Vos's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Vos scores with a sloppy right hand. Crank should have avoided that one.
Vos takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Crank throws a body shot but no joy.
Vos shoots in but Crank avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Nice uppercut there from Crank.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Vos. #TD2#
Crank shoots in and gets a takedown into Vos's guard.
Crank lands a couple of digs.
Crank chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Crank got a little sloppy there for a moment and Vos has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Crank has managed to get both his arms back between Vos's legs - danger averted.
Crank landing some decent shots from guard. #ROC2#
Vos is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Crank postures up from his opponent's guard, before exploding into some vicious ground and pound! Vos covers up, he's hurt! Crank keeps throwing the strikes, glancing at the referee... Will he stop it?? One more big shot from Crank and the ref steps in to end the fight! Crank can't hide his delight as he celebrates with his corner.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Spank Crank!
After the fight, Spank Crank 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:
RS Friday Night Fights XIII
Date: Nov 10, 2017 |
#R1#
Maclennan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Madakassan throws a series of punches but Maclennan avoids them all with ease. #CL2#
Madakassan gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Maclennan avoiding damage as Madakassan throws knees to the body.
Maclennan digs a right hand into Madakassan's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Madakassan's gas tank.
Madakassan is trying to drag Maclennan to the mat but Maclennan just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Maclennan lands a hook that snaps the head of Madakassan backwards.
Madakassan's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Madakassan takes a shot to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Madakassan tries to pull guard but Maclennan won't allow it.
#BC#
Maclennan breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Madakassan connects with an inside leg kick.
Maclennan pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Maclennan swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Madakassan jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T1#
Maclennan throws a body punch but Madakassan moves out of range.
Angus Maclennan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Some wild striking there from Maclennan.
#CL2#
Madakassan fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Maclennan, pushing him back against the cage.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #BC#
Maclennan breaks the clinch.
Maclennan steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Madakassan. That one must have hurt.#CL#
Maclennan has closed the distance and engaged Madakassan in a clinch.
Madakassan goes for a takedown attempt but Maclennan pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Angus Maclennan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Moloch Madakassan.
Maclennan moves away from the strike by Madakassan.
Madakassan throws a right hand that Maclennan ducks under and follows up with a left that Maclennan also avoids with ease.#CL#
Maclennan clinches up against the cage.
Madakassan can't get the takedown.
#BC#
Maclennan escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Maclennan fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Madakassan looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Maclennan lands a lovely overhand right.
This has been an exciting period of action!
No joy there for Madakassan, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#T2#
Maclennan throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Madakassan on the side of the head.
Madakassan throws an overhand right that lands on Maclennan's shoulder, as Maclennan tries to avoid the shot.
Madakassan misses with a few strikes there.
Some wild striking there from Madakassan.
#CL2#
Madakassan gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Madakassan is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Maclennan pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Maclennan lands with a short shot to the head.
Madakassan tries to score a body lock takedown but Maclennan shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#BC#
Maclennan escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Madakassan blocks a head kick by Maclennan.
Madakassan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC#
Maclennan pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Maclennan connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Madakassan momentarily.
Madakassan takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
#T3#
Madakassan scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Maclennan is looking to land body kicks.
Madakassan stuns Maclennan with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Maclennan checks the leg kick nicely there.
A head kick misses from Madakassan.
Madakassan connects with a leg kick. Maclennan looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. #CL#
Maclennan has closed the distance and engaged Madakassan in a clinch.
Madakassan is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#BC#
Maclennan escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Madakassan doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Madakassan throws a lazy head kick
and Maclennan counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Madakassan blocks a head kick by Maclennan.
Madakassan walks into a straight right hand from Maclennan.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Madakassan swinging wildly here.
Madakassan takes a kick to the side of the head.
Madakassan takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#T4#
Maclennan throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Maclennan throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Maclennan lands a head shot.
Maclennan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Madakassan blocks a head kick by Maclennan.
#CL#
Maclennan gets a clinch.
Madakassan can't get the takedown.
Madakassan is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Maclennan is defending well for now.
Madakassan fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Maclennan lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Madakassan or not. #BC#
Maclennan's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Madakassan fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Maclennan checks it well.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Madakassan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Maclennan.
Maclennan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Madakassan looks to land a combination but Maclennan avoids it well.
Maclennan darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #CL2#
Madakassan clinches up against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Angus Maclennan dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Madakassan moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Maclennan tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL2#
Madakassan gets a clinch. #BC#
Maclennan manages to break the clinch.
#CL2#
Madakassan has Maclennan up against the cage in a clinch.
Madakassan tries to throw a body punch but Maclennan avoids it by throwing Madakassan back against the cage.
Madakassan drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#TD#
Maclennan decides to pull guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maclennan wants to stand but Madakassan is controlling the position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Madakassan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Maclennan is keeping the position for now.
Madakassan trying to control but Maclennan is working from the bottom. #T1#
Maclennan is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Madakassan is controlling him.
Madakassan wants to control from the top but Maclennan keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Madakassan accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Madakassan tries to free his leg and advance position but Maclennan is retaining full guard.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Madakassan working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Madakassan throws a big elbow that misses. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Madakassan scores with a decent looking hook.
Maclennan checks a low kick from Madakassan.
Maclennan misses with a wild body shot. #T2#
Madakassan showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Maclennan.
Maclennan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Madakassan can do to turn this around?
Maclennan tries to land a front kick but Madakassan steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Maclennan misses with a looping right.
Madakassan misses with a leg kick.
Maclennan seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
A combination from Madakassan does no damage.
Maclennan lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Maclennan takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Madakassan lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Madakassan slips a jab and a cross from Maclennan.
Angus Maclennan is winning the standup battle so far.
Maclennan throws a sloppy head kick and Madakassan moves out of range easily.
A decent looking cross lands there for Maclennan.
Donk. Maclennan catches Madakassan right on the button with a cross.
Madakassan throws a leg kick but Maclennan sees it coming and moves out of range.
Madakassan uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Maclennan.
Madakassan drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Maclennan defends it well.
Madakassan looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Angus Maclennan is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Madakassan thows a left - swing and a miss!
Maclennan seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Maclennan blocks a head kick by Madakassan.
#CL2#
Madakassan clinches. #T3#
Madakassan is looking to take this one to the mat.
Madakassan is trying to drag Maclennan to the mat but Maclennan just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Angus Maclennan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Moloch Madakassan.
Madakassan tries to score a body lock takedown but Maclennan shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#BC#
Maclennan manages to break the clinch.
Maclennan throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Madakassan takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Madakassan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Maclennan throws a sloppy head kick and Madakassan moves out of range easily.
Nice shot by Maclennan.
Maclennan throws a nice looking combination but Madakassan bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Madakassan misses with a head kick.
Maclennan throws a head kick that half lands.
Maclennan works over Madakassan's head and body with a nice combination.#TD2#
Madakassan shoots in and bounces Maclennan off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#ES#
Maclennan pushes Madakassan off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Madakassan throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Maclennan's head.
A punch lands to the side of Madakassan 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CL#
Maclennan has taken the fight to the clinch.
Madakassan changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Maclennan fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Madakassan takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
#CL#
Maclennan closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Maclennan gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Madakassan.
#BC#
Maclennan breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Angus Maclennan dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Maclennan swinging wildly here.
Maclennan will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Sloppy strikes from Madakassan. Those never looked like landing.
Madakassan takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Madakassan throws a leg kick which misses Maclennan's front leg but catches the back leg as Maclennan tries to avoid it.
Madakassan lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Maclennan backs up against the cage.
Maclennan throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Maclennan rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Madakassan moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Madakassan walks into a left hand.
Madakassan lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Madakassan.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#CL2#
Madakassan closes the distance and pushes Maclennan back into the cage.#BC#
Maclennan breaks the clinch.
Madakassan looks to land a left hand but Maclennan moved out of range nicely.#CL#
Maclennan clinches.
A body shot lands from Maclennan.
Madakassan has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Maclennan is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#T1##BC#
Maclennan escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Maclennan lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Maclennan.
Maclennan bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Madakassan's head.#CL2#
Madakassan fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Maclennan, pushing him back against the cage.
Madakassan is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Maclennan is defending well.
Madakassan drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Maclennan gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Angus Maclennan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Moloch Madakassan.#BC#
Maclennan breaks from the clinch.
Maclennan looks to land a combination but Madakassan avoids it well.
A telegraphed right hand from Maclennan misses the target.
Madakassan misses with a series of wild punches.
Maclennan pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Madakassan throws a leg kick but Maclennan moved away.#T2#
Madakassan walks into a stiff left hand from Maclennan.
Maclennan dodges the punch combination from Madakassan.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Maclennan lands a high kick!
Maclennan moves out of range of the leg kick from Madakassan.
Madakassan uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Madakassan has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Madakassan scores with a leg kick.
Maclennan's corner calls for a 1-2. Maclennan obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Maclennan blocks the body kick.
Maclennan scores with a head kick. Madakassan tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Madakassan shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Madakassan takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Nice jab there from Maclennan. #CL#
Maclennan instigates a clinch.
Madakassan is trying to pull guard but Maclennan turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#BC#
Maclennan pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Maclennan moves out of range of the strikes.#T3#
Crunch! Maclennan slams his shin into Madakassan's torso.
Maclennan moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Maclennan misses with a head kick.
#CL2#
Maclennan gets tackled into the cage by Madakassan. Madakassan maintains the clinch.
Maclennan stops a takedown attempt from Madakassan.
Madakassan is looking for a takedown.#BC#
Maclennan pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Maclennan misses with a hook.
Madakassan will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Madakassan misses with the combination.
Madakassan slips under a jab.
Madakassan missing with a left hand there. Maclennan was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL2#
Madakassan moves into the clinch.#TD#
Maclennan drags the fight down to the ground.
#T4#
Madakassan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Maclennan is keeping the position for now.
Madakassan wants to control from the top but Maclennan keeps moving.
Angus Maclennan is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Madakassan won't allow Maclennan to get back to his feet.
Madakassan trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Madakassan throwing strikes from guard but Maclennan blocks nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Maclennan wants to stand and escape but Madakassan is having none of it.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
And that's the end of the fight!
Angus Maclennan showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Maclennan has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 30:27
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 30:27
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Angus Maclennan!
A relieved looking Angus Maclennan thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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