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Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary
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Event:
GAMMA#1165 Babcock v Bond
Date: May 24, 2025 |
#R1#
Tokugawa misses the shot to the body.
Farquharson misses with an uppercut
and Tokugawa counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Farquharson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tokugawa.
Tokugawa looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
The fighters circling - Tokugawa throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Farquharson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tokugawa throws out the jab.
Farquharson drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tokugawa defends it well.#CL#
Tokugawa rushes Farquharson and presses him up against the cage.
Tokugawa misses with a hook from the clinch.
Farquharson is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Tokugawa tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Farquharson's elbow.
Farquharson throws a head punch that misses.
A bit of stalling here from Farquharson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A hook to the body from Farquharson.
Farquharson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tokugawa blocks a punch to the side of the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tokugawa creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tokugawa misses with a punch to the body.
#T1#
Farquharson letting Tokugawa take a breather here.#BC#
Tokugawa breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Farquharson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tokugawa misses with a looping left.
Tokugawa throws a big shot that misses.
Tokugawa swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tokugawa dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Farquharson. That did some damage!
A punch lands to the side of Farquharson 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Tokugawa fails with an attempt to clinch.
Farquharson throws a jab when Tokugawa was well out of range.
Farquharson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tokugawa.
Tokugawa doesn't manage to clinch there - Farquharson circles away.
Farquharson throws out a counter right but Tokugawa avoids it with no problem.
Tokugawa looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Farquharson just misses with a punch to the body.
Tokugawa throws a right hand that misses
and Farquharson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T2#
Farquharson ducks under a wild hook from Tokugawa.
And Farquharson tries to counter it with a takedown but Tokugawa pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Tokugawa wants to clinch but Farquharson slips to the side
letting Farquharson counter with a right hand.
Tokugawa misses with a wild body shot.
Farquharson throws out a counter right but Tokugawa avoids it with no problem.
Farquharson takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Sloppy strikes from Farquharson. Those never looked like landing.
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!
Tokugawa moves to clinch but Farquharson breaks away
and Farquharson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tokugawa throws a leg kick but Farquharson sees it coming and moves out of range.
Tokugawa ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Tokugawa fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Farquharson checks it well.
Farquharson misses with a wild body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Tokugawa on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
The fight stays on the outside here - Tokugawa looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A shot to the body from Tokugawa misses
and Farquharson counters with a nice uppercut. #T3#
Nice uppercut lands for Farquharson. That snapped Tokugawa's head back.
Farquharson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Farquharson now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Tokugawa throws a leg kick but Farquharson checks it.
Farquharson drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tokugawa defends it well.
Tokugawa tries to clinch but Farquharson is having none of it.
Tokugawa fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Farquharson is out of range.
Farquharson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It looked like Tokugawa was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Farquharson.
Farquharson drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Farquharson jabs Tokugawa right on the nose. Tokugawa blinks but takes it well.
Tokugawa tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Farquharson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Farquharson jabs at Tokugawa's body.
Tokugawa dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Farquharson. That did some damage!#CL#
Tokugawa has closed the distance and engaged Farquharson in a clinch.
Tokugawa lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Farquharson scores with a shoulder strike.
Farquharson misses with some punches.
#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tokugawa lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tokugawa misses with a short punch on the inside.
Farquharson blocks an uppercut.
Tokugawa working aggressively here.
#BC#
Tokugawa breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tokugawa moves away from the strike by Farquharson.
Farquharson fails to land with a series of punches.
Tokugawa throws a leg kick which misses Farquharson's front leg but catches the back leg as Farquharson tries to avoid it.
The fight stays on the outside here - Tokugawa looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tokugawa tries to clinch but Farquharson is having none of it.
Tokugawa tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A little jabbing left from Farquharson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tokugawa thumps Farquharson with a low kick.
Farquharson sizes up Tokugawa with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Kai Tokugawa will probably get the nod.
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#
Farquharson looks to land a right hand but Tokugawa moved out of range.
Tokugawa is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Farquharson.
No joy there for Farquharson, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tokugawa swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Farquharson. Tokugawa does a little dance to reset his feet.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tokugawa. Farquharson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tokugawa scores with a shot to the body.
Tokugawa wants to clinch up but Farquharson keeps it at a distance.
Farquharson just misses with a punch to the body.
Tokugawa misses with a straight left.
Farquharson slips under a jab from Tokugawa.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tokugawa drops his hands momentarily and Farquharson takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Tokugawa is looking to clinch.
Tokugawa fails in his attempt to clinch.
Farquharson has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Tokugawa thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tokugawa throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T1#
Tokugawa tries to land a leg kick but Farquharson saw it coming and moves away.
Farquharson misses with a straight right.
Farquharson swings for the body but Tokugawa moves out of range.
Tokugawa moves out of range of the strikes.
Farquharson takes one on the button.
Tokugawa uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Farquharson.
Malcolm Farquharson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A nice leg kick lands there from Tokugawa.
Farquharson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tokugawa sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tokugawa swings for the body but Farquharson moves out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tokugawa. That's going to slow Farquharson down.
Tokugawa tries to clinch but Farquharson is having none of it.
Tokugawa tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Farquharson was well out of range. Poor timing from Tokugawa.
Tokugawa fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tokugawa looks to land a right hand but Farquharson moved out of range.
Kai Tokugawa seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tokugawa throws out a loose jab but Farquharson uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Farquharson keeps the fight on the outside.
Tokugawa fails in his attempt to clinch.
Farquharson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Farquharson moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Farquharson shoots in but no luck this time.
Tokugawa tries to clinch up but Farquharson circles away and keeps his distance.
A jab from Farquharson does it's job there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Farquharson keeps the fight on the outside.
Farquharson moves out of range as Tokugawa strikes.
Farquharson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tokugawa scores with a crisp jab that stopped Farquharson in his tracks.
Kai Tokugawa is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Farquharson lands a jab-cross combination. #CL#
Tokugawa rushes Farquharson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Good body shot from Tokugawa.
#BC2#
Farquharson breaks from the clinch.
#T3#
Tokugawa looks to throw the jab but Farquharson is out of range.
Farquharson misses with a looping right.
Tokugawa throws an overhand right that lands on Farquharson's shoulder, as Farquharson tries to avoid the shot.
Tokugawa tries to clinch up but Farquharson circles away and keeps his distance.
Farquharson misses with a hook. Tokugawa ducked under it nicely.
Tokugawa misses with a low kick.
Tokugawa moves in looking to clinch but Farquharson pushes him off.
A low kick lands for Tokugawa.
Farquharson lands a head shot.
A big right from Tokugawa misses.
Tokugawa wants to clinch but Farquharson slips to the side
and Farquharson counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Tokugawa thinking.
Tokugawa throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tokugawa finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
#CL#
Tokugawa closes the distance and clinches. #T4##BC2#
Farquharson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Farquharson sizes up Tokugawa with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Decent striking displayed by Farquharson there.
Tokugawa cracks Farquharson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Farquharson keeps the fight on the outside.
Tokugawa throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
so Farquharson counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Farquharson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#ES#
Tokugawa scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Farquharson walks into a straight right hand from Tokugawa.
Tokugawa misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Farquharson.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Kai Tokugawa will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Tokugawa works the jab nicely.
Tokugawa throws out a leg kick but Farquharson moves out of range and Tokugawa only half commits.
Tokugawa ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Farquharson moves away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Farquharson! But no joy.
Tokugawa scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Farquharson keeps the fight on the outside.
Tokugawa connects with a right hand. Farquharson shakes it off.
Tokugawa avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tokugawa is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Farquharson.
Tokugawa moves out of range as Farquharson strikes.
Tokugawa misses with a body shot.
Tokugawa attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Farquharson tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farquharson checks a low kick from Tokugawa.
Farquharson ducks under a wild hook from Tokugawa.
Farquharson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tokugawa misses with a wild body shot.
Farquharson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tokugawa.
Farquharson's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#T1#
Farquharson fails to land with a series of punches.
Farquharson on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Tokugawa throws a hook but Farquharson blocks it.
Farquharson let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Tokugawa lands with a good body shot.
Tokugawa misses with a hook. Farquharson ducked under it nicely.
Farquharson cracks Tokugawa with a right hand to the side of the head.
Farquharson darts in looking for a takedown but Tokugawa gets double underhooks and turns Farquharson into the cage.
Farquharson misses with a wild body shot.
Tokugawa's jab looks to have found its range, popping Farquharson under the eye.
Tokugawa lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Tokugawa throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Farquharson unleashes a big counter combination but Tokugawa bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Farquharson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Tokugawa circles away quickly and effectively.
Farquharson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Farquharson's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tokugawa connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Farquharson scrambles back to his feet.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tokugawa is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Tokugawa is looking to clinch.
The fighters circling - Tokugawa throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tokugawa uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Farquharson.
A telegraphed right hand from Tokugawa misses the target.
Farquharson with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tokugawa to score with a decent uppercut.
Tokugawa just misses with a punch to the body.
Tokugawa throws a body shot but no joy.
Farquharson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tokugawa misses with a straight right. #CL#
Tokugawa clinches.
Tokugawa misses with a body punch.
Tokugawa is trying to break the clinch but Farquharson is controlling him.
Malcolm Farquharson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Farquharson has Tokugawa pressed against the cage, preventing Tokugawa from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Farquharson prevents Tokugawa from breaking the clinch.
Farquharson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Farquharson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#BC2#
Farquharson breaks from the clinch.
Tokugawa wants to slow Farquharson down by chopping away at his legs.
Tokugawa tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Farquharson was well out of range. Poor timing from Tokugawa.#CL#
Tokugawa closes the distance and clinches.
Farquharson will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Tokugawa up against the cage.
Tokugawa swings wildly with an uppercut but Farquharson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tokugawa is struggling to control the position.#T4#
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Tokugawa throws a punch but it's blocked by Farquharson.
Farquharson effectively controlling the action here.
Farquharson taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Farquharson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Farquharson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tokugawa working hard to break the clinch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Farquharson.
Tokugawa blocks an uppercut.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kai Tokugawa showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Tokugawa 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 James Atkins scores the fight 30:27
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kai Tokugawa!
In his post fight interview, Kai Tokugawa started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
GAMMA#1166 Kiely v Hawk
Date: May 24, 2025 |
#R1#
Kuzmin shoots in but no luck this time.
Farquharson changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#TD2#
Kuzmin looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Farquharson!
Farquharson is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at ZuccoTraining Ground, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Farquharson sneaks back into half guard.
Farquharson wants to control but Kuzmin is keeping busy.
Farquharson slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Farquharson looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Farquharson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kuzmin gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Farquharson looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Farquharson looking to control.
#T1#
Kuzmin working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Farquharson's head.
Kuzmin throwing strikes from guard but Farquharson blocks nicely.
Kuzmin is working Farquharson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Farquharson has momentary wrist control but Kuzmin slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB#
Kuzmin got a little sloppy there for a moment and Farquharson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kuzmin has managed to get both his arms back between Farquharson's legs - danger averted.
Kuzmin preventing the sweep.
Farquharson has momentary wrist control but Kuzmin slips an elbow through the middle.
Farquharson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Farquharson looking to pass the guard.
Farquharson wants to control from the top but Kuzmin keeps moving.
Farquharson is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Kuzmin is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Kuzmin looking for a sweep. Not yet Kuzmin, not yet. #T2#
Farquharson wants to pass the guard but Kuzmin is keeping the position.
Kuzmin bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Farquharson's guard. #REVB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Kuzmin throws a big right hand that misses.
Kuzmin throws a big elbow that misses.
Kuzmin must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Kuzmin content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Kuzmin throws a strike but Farquharson rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Farquharson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Farquharson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Farquharson throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kuzmin works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kuzmin keeping moving, preventing Farquharson from controlling successfully.
Farquharson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T3#
Farquharson makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Kuzmin avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kuzmin pulls Farquharson in close to prevent any damage.
Farquharson's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Farquharson distracts Kuzmin with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Farquharson is pushing down on Kuzmin's leg trying to pass to half guard. Kuzmin is fighting to maintain full guard but Farquharson has managed to sneak the leg through.
Farquharson trying to control the pace. #T4#
Kuzmin is refusing to be controlled, as Farquharson sits in half guard.
Kuzmin keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Farquharson is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Farquharson not landing any meaningful shots this time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Farquharson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kuzmin does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Kuzmin fails with the takedown.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Duncan Farquharson 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#
Kuzmin tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Farquharson swivels and escapes.#TD2#
Kuzmin scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Kuzmin working Farquharson over with strikes.
Farquharson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Kuzmin working Farquharson over with strikes.
Farquharson makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Farquharson.
Farquharson has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Kuzmin landing some decent shots from guard.
Farquharson throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Kuzmin stands and throws Farquharson's legs to the side, diving into side control.
You can see the frustration on Farquharson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farquharson gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Farquharson is trying to control but can't.
#T1#
Farquharson moves into full guard.
Farquharson is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Kuzmin throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Farquharson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Farquharson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Farquharson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kuzmin is in close to Farquharson's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Kuzmin distracts Farquharson with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Farquharson wants to sweep but no luck.
Farquharson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kuzmin's guard. #REVR#
Farquharson wants to control from the top but Kuzmin keeps moving.
Farquharson connects with a couple of short punches.
Kuzmin utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Farquharson forces his way into half guard.#T2#
Farquharson passes the guard and advances to mount!
Farquharson working Kuzmin over with strikes here.
Farquharson scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Kuzmin is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Farquharson can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Kuzmin is looking to escape.
Farquharson lands a heavy elbow.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Farquharson avoids the attempt from Kuzmin to control.
Kuzmin is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
#T3#
Kuzmin really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Farquharson sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Kuzmin is bucking up trying to escape but Farquharson cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Farquharson looking to control and managing it successfully.
Farquharson pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Kuzmin is desperately trying to improve his position but Farquharson has a good base and remains in mount.
Kuzmin 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.
Kuzmin is squirming around, avoiding Farquharson's attempts to control the action. #T4#
Farquharson prevents Kuzmin from getting the reversal.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Farquharson cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Farquharson lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Kuzmin hang on?
Kuzmin taking shots to the head.
Kuzmin is in a horrible position here. Farquharson smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Farquharson wants to control the pace but Kuzmin is squirming around nicely.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kuzmin working to try and regain half guard.
Farquharson controlling the pace for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Duncan Farquharson dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Horrible takedown attempt by Kuzmin or perhaps it was just good defense by Farquharson, which made it look bad. #TD2#
Kuzmin shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Farquharson's guard.#SUB#
Farquharson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kuzmin defends well.
Kuzmin scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Kuzmin chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Farquharson looking for a triangle here. Kuzmin is fighting it but it looks tight! Farquharson pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Kuzmin is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Duncan Farquharson! |
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Event:
754
Date: May 17, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Zé Jiurgite! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 14 losses; Radu Dracul!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Trevor Gratis and Robert Douchet.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Jiurgite looks to clinch #TD2#
and Dracul counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Jiurgite (0) vs (2) Dracul
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Dracul not doing much here.
Jiurgite is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at HELLCADEMY, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Dracul wants to pass to mount but Jiurgite is defending the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul stalling away here and it's allowed Jiurgite to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #SUB#
Jiurgite has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dracul can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T1##SUB#
Jiurgite is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Dracul is looking to pass into half guard but Jiurgite pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Jiurgite is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jiurgite (2) vs (2) Dracul
Dracul wants to sweep here but Jiurgite controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Dracul is looking for a triangle but Jiurgite pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Dracul working for a triangle but Jiurgite defends it easily.
#T2#
Dracul controls Jiurgite momentarily but Jiurgite frees himself.
Dracul is trying to hold Jiurgite in close to prevent damage but Jiurgite has managed to pass into half guard.
Jiurgite controlling the action here.
Dracul wants to improve his position but Jiurgite is controlling well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Dracul trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Jiurgite manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Jiurgite (5) vs (2) Dracul
Dracul working to try and regain half guard.
Dracul tries to lock up and control but Jiurgite gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Jiurgite controlling the pace for now.
Dracul really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T4#
Dracul tries to control the position but Jiurgite now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Jiurgite (8) vs (2) Dracul
Dracul rolls, trying to escape but Jiurgite keeps control of the position.
Jiurgite is not going to allow Dracul to sit and survive in this position.
I really don't envy Dracul right now.
Dracul breaks Jiurgite's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jiurgite (8) vs (4) Dracul#SUB#
Jiurgite has his foot on Dracul's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Dracul works his way back into a safe position though.
Jiurgite keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Dracul tries to free his leg and advance position but Jiurgite is retaining full guard. #T5##SUB#
Jiurgite has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Dracul should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Jiurgite has tightened it up now! Dracul should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Zé Jiurgite! |
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Event:
ENIGMA 257 Rammy Vs Jin
Date: May 17, 2025 |
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Tanaka waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Gijs.
Tanaka misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Gijs decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Tanaka's guard.
Tanaka on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Tanaka tries to get out of the position.
Tanaka wants to sweep here but Gijs controlling him for the moment.
Gijs throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tanaka keeping moving, preventing Gijs from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gijs missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Gijs controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Gijs postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T1#
Gijs sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Tanaka's guard.
Gijs throwing shots but Tanaka is blocking nicely.
Gijs working the head and body with strikes.
Gijs thows a huge punch but Tanaka dodges it nicely.
Gijs working the head and body with strikes.
Gijs throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Gijs trying to pass the guard but Tanaka defending well.
Gijs missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Gijs takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Gijs has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Gijs seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T2#
Gijs takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Gijs throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Gijs lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Tanaka is in trouble now - Gijs has advanced to mount!
Gijs breaks from Tanaka's wrist control and lands an elbow.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gijs punishing his opponent with strikes.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Gijs working his ground and pound in the gym.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The referee warns Tanaka that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Gijs takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Gijs dominating with strikes here.
The referee warns Tanaka that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Gijs lands a heavy shot. That's hurt Tanaka! Gijs sees the opportunity and turns up the heat - strike after strike land to the defenseless Tanaka and the ref dives in to save him! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Bolle Gijs!
Post fight, an emotional Bolle Gijs said 'Papier hier'. |
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Event:
ENIGMA 257 Rammy Vs Jin
Date: May 17, 2025 |
#R1#
Before Dishonor throws a sloppy head kick #TD#
so Muromets counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Muromets slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Before Dishonor takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Before Dishonor wants to get back to his feet but Muromets drags him back down.
Muromets lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Before Dishonor is working to avoid the ground and pound but Muromets connects with a decent elbow.
Muromets working the head and body with strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Check out the look on Muromets's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Before Dishonor taking punishment in the form of punches.
Before Dishonor is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Muromets in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Muromets landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. #T1#
Before Dishonor is looking to regain half guard here but Muromets keeps moving and retains side control.
Before Dishonor wants to control but Muromets postures up.
Muromets trying to control the position but Before Dishonor is working away.
Before Dishonor wants to get back to his feet.
Muromets wants to control but Before Dishonor is keeping him busy.
Before Dishonor pushes Muromets away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Muromets gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Before Dishonor tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Muromets wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Before Dishonor looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Muromets in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Muromets trying to control the position but Before Dishonor is working away. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Before Dishonor is trying to get back to his feet.
Muromets landing strikes.
Muromets lands a nice forearm strike.
Muromets working the ground and pound.
Before Dishonor regains half guard.
Muromets controlling the action here.
Muromets slips a nice elbow through Before Dishonor's hands, connecting with Before Dishonor's forehead.#T3#
Muromets is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Before Dishonor taking some punishment here, with Muromets in his half guard.
Muromets controlling the action here.
Before Dishonor looks like he's trying to stand up.
Before Dishonor on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Muromets is taking a breather. Before Dishonor says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Muromets lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Muromets slips a nice elbow through Before Dishonor's hands, connecting with Before Dishonor's forehead.
Muromets lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Before Dishonor tries to get to full guard but Muromets has control of the leg. #T4#
Muromets working over Before Dishonor with some ground and pound. Before Dishonor looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Muromets is stalling here. Before Dishonor is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Muromets seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Before Dishonor has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Muromets can't do much from the bottom here.
Before Dishonor is putting a hurting on Muromets here, landing some big shots from side control.
Muromets is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Before Dishonor off and has taken his back!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Muromets lands punches and elbows. #SUB#
Muromets working for a choke but Before Dishonor is defending well.
Muromets lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can Before Dishonor hold on?!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ilya Muromets dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Before Dishonor misses with a two punch combination.
Before Dishonor misses with a double jab
#TD#
and Muromets decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Before Dishonor's guard.
Muromets lands a couple of elbows.
Muromets passes Before Dishonor's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Muromets is keen to just control but Before Dishonor is a slippery customer.
Ground and pound from Muromets.
Muromets looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Muromets controlling the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Muromets scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Muromets has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Muromets lands strikes from half guard.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Muromets here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Muromets lands with a punch from half guard.
Muromets working the head and body with strikes. #T1#
Muromets is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Before Dishonor!
Before Dishonor is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Muromets landing strikes, looking to finish! #ROC#Before Dishonor is rocked!
Muromets connects with a bit shot that sees Before Dishonor covering up! More strikes from Muromets and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Muromets is our winner by TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ilya Muromets!
Ilya Muromets decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
SYN 1168 Crispian vs. Jones
Date: May 17, 2025 |
#R1#
Both fighters are only really looking to counter, so after a good 30 seconds of circling each other endlessly, the referee has stepped in and told them both to be more aggressive.
Erdogan lands a nice looking body kick.
Erdogan jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dienekes moves out of range as Erdogan strikes.
Dienekes half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Erdogan has knocked Dienekes down with a huge combo! Erdogan steps away and waves a wobbly Dienekes back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#Dienekes is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Doric Dienekes has been cut.#T1#
Dienekes fails with the takedown.
Oh Dienekes is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Mustafa Erdogan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dienekes throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Erdogan's waist but Erdogan gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Dienekes off to one side.
Erdogan looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Dienekes seems to have got his legs back now.
Dienekes with a lazy takedown attempt
and Erdogan counters with a big right hand! Oh Dienekes is in trouble here! Erdogan follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mustafa Erdogan!
Mustafa Erdogan 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:
GAMMA#1159 Ivan v Malcolm
Date: May 03, 2025 |
#R1#
Farquharson misses with a straight left.
Ivan Petrov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Farquharson changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Petrov tries to avoid it but Farquharson manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Petrov to the ground. Petrov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Petrov jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Farquharson walks into a straight right hand from Petrov.
Petrov misses with a low kick.
Petrov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A low kick from Petrov misses
and Farquharson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Petrov staying out of range there.
Petrov wants to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farquharson avoids the body shot from Petrov.
Farquharson is looking for the big counter here.
Petrov throws a shot to the body.
Petrov misses with a body shot.
Petrov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Farquharson.#T1#
Farquharson defending well as Petrov loads up on a big left hand. #TD2#
Farquharson shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Petrov is refusing to be controlled, as Farquharson sits in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Farquharson trying to control the pace.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Farquharson thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB2#
Farquharson is looking for a kimura but Petrov is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Farquharson to get the leverage. #T2#
Farquharson is looking to take a break and control but Petrov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Petrov desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Petrov keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Farquharson throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Petrov to regain full guard.
Farquharson tries to free his leg and advance position but Petrov is retaining full guard.
Farquharson landing with the ground and pound.
Farquharson wants to control from the top but Petrov keeps moving. #T3#
Farquharson scoring with some ground and pound.
Farquharson trying to control but Petrov is working from the bottom.
Farquharson with a flurry of punches that miss.
Farquharson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Petrov is keeping the position for now.
Farquharson preventing the sweep.
Petrov is adopting a defensive guard.
Petrov wants to sweep but no luck. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Farquharson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Petrov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Petrov scores with a nice head shot.
Petrov tries to close the distance and clinch but Farquharson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Petrov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Farquharson was well out of range. Poor timing from Petrov.
A bone on bone clash there as Farquharson blocks the leg kick.
Petrov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Farquharson.
Petrov lands with a nice body kick.
Ivan Petrov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Petrov misses with a lunging right hand
and Petrov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A head kick misses from Petrov.
Petrov is looking to clinch but Farquharson is avoiding it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Malcolm Farquharson will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Petrov misses with a low kick.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Petrov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Farquharson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Petrov tries to counter by clinching up but Farquharson breaks away and moves out of range.
Farquharson misses with a wild combination.
Farquharson closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Petrov throws a lazy right hand but Farquharson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Farquharson listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farquharson ducks under a wild hook from Petrov.
Petrov thumps Farquharson with a low kick.
Petrov scores with the left hand. Farquharson knows he should have avoided that one.
Farquharson misses with a lunging right hand
and Petrov counters with a head kick. That will keep Farquharson thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Ivan Petrov is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
Petrov throws a jab when Farquharson was well out of range.
Petrov tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Petrov connects with a looping right hand.
Petrov misses with a looping left.
Petrov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Petrov ducks under a wild hook from Farquharson.
Petrov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Petrov wants to clinch.
Petrov swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting Farquharson counter with a right hand.
Farquharson drops his hands momentarily and Petrov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Petrov.#T2#
Petrov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
A telegraphed right hand from Farquharson misses the target.
Farquharson has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Farquharson there as he acknowledges the shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Petrov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Farquharson takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Farquharson 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.
Petrov takes a swing at Farquharson's ribcage but misses.
Farquharson ducks under a wild hook from Petrov.
Farquharson 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.
Farquharson moves away from the strike by Petrov.
Farquharson checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Farquharson takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Farquharson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T3#
Farquharson missing with a left hand there. Petrov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A jab from Petrov does it's job there.
Petrov misses with a lunging right hand
and Petrov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Farquharson scores with a hook to the body. Petrov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Petrov cracks Farquharson with a good jab.
Petrov scores with a kick to the body.
#CL#
Petrov drives through and clinches with Farquharson against the cage.
Farquharson pressing his opponent against the cage.
Farquharson is stalling here.
Petrov gets underhooks to prevent Farquharson's takedown attempt.
Petrov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T4#
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Petrov works on Farquharson's body with a couple of short punches.
Petrov lands a hook that snaps the head of Farquharson backwards.
Petrov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Petrov can't find room to land a body shot as Farquharson controls the action.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Petrov is leaning against Farquharson and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Petrov digs a right hand underneath Farquharson's ribcage. Farquharson let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Farquharson is breathing heavily.
Petrov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Petrov is working Farquharson over against the cage.
Petrov slows down the pace here.
Petrov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Petrov misses with a punch to the body.
Petrov lands a nice uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Petrov dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Farquharson blocks a head kick by Petrov.
Petrov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Farquharson can do to turn this around?
The fighters circling - Farquharson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Petrov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Farquharson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Farquharson changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Petrov scores with a head kick. Farquharson tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Farquharson throws an off balance right hand
and Petrov counters with a straight right hand.
Petrov wants to clinch.
Petrov wants to clinch but Farquharson slips to the side
and Farquharson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Petrov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petrov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #CL#
Petrov has Farquharson up against the cage in a clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Petrov as Farquharson tries to tie him up. #T1#
Farquharson jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Petrov walks away with a smile on his face. Farquharson gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Petrov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Farquharson fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Petrov swings widly with a right hand
and Farquharson counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Petrov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Farquharson blocks a body shot from Petrov.
Petrov misses with some punches.
Farquharson blocks a body shot from Petrov.
A left hand lands to the body for Petrov.
Petrov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A frustrated look appears on Farquharson's face as he tries to break the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Farquharson. #T2#
Farquharson is looking to control Petrov's arms but Petrov gets an underhook and turns him. Now Farquharson has his back to the cage.
Petrov is working Farquharson over against the cage.
Farquharson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Petrov pushes Farquharson back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Petrov struggles to land a body shot inside as Farquharson controls his hands.
Petrov swings wildly with an uppercut but Farquharson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Petrov misses with the head strike.
Farquharson's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Farquharson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A right handed body shot lands from Petrov.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Petrov.
Good body shot from Farquharson.
Farquharson leaning his opponent against the cage.
Farquharson takes a shot to the head. #T3#
Petrov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Farquharson avoiding damage.
Petrov tries to work over Farquharson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Farquharson blocking some punches.
Petrov working aggressively here.
Petrov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Petrov misses with a body punch.
Farquharson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Petrov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Petrov lands a body shot in the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Petrov.
Petrov misses with a body punch.
Petrov working aggressively here.
A nice left hand lands by Petrov.
#T4#
Petrov tries a body shot but Farquharson blocks it.
Petrov scores with a shot to the side of Farquharson's head.
Farquharson blocks a body shot from Petrov.
Farquharson blocks a body shot from Petrov.
Petrov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Farquharson blocks a body shot from Petrov.
Petrov tries to work over Farquharson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Petrov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Petrov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Petrov tries to throw a body punch but Farquharson avoids it by throwing Petrov back against the cage.
Ivan Petrov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Farquharson blocks a body shot from Petrov. #BC2#
Farquharson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Donk. Petrov catches Farquharson right on the button with a cross.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Petrov scores with a nice head shot.
A left lands for Petrov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Petrov clearly takes that round.
That's time! Petrov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Petrov connects with a body shot.
Petrov throws a low kick but it's checked well by Farquharson.
Farquharson's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Petrov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Farquharson scrambles back to his feet.
The fight stays on the outside here - Petrov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Farquharson looks to throw the jab but Petrov is out of range.
Petrov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Farquharson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Farquharson let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Petrov loads up on a big right hand but Farquharson slips the punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farquharson misses with a hook.
Farquharson throws a shot to the body.
Farquharson avoids the body shot from Petrov.
Petrov misses with a body shot.
Farquharson let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T1#
Petrov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Farquharson in his tracks. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Farquharson.
A shot in the inside from Petrov.
Petrov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Farquharson's elbow.
Petrov can't find room to land a body shot as Farquharson controls the action.
Petrov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Farquharson creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Petrov pushes Farquharson back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Farquharson is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Petrov can't find room to land a body shot as Farquharson controls the action.
Farquharson blocks an uppercut.
Petrov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Nice body punch from Petrov.
Petrov scores with a hook to the body.
A right hand to the body from Petrov.
#T2#
Farquharson's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Petrov pushes Farquharson back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Petrov tries a body shot but Farquharson blocks it.
Farquharson fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Petrov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Farquharson backwards.
Petrov is working Farquharson over against the cage.
Farquharson blocks a body shot from Petrov.
Petrov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Farquharson's elbow.
Petrov misses with a punch on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Petrov.
Petrov misses with a punch to the body.
Farquharson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#BC2#
Farquharson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Farquharson misses the shot to the body.
It looked like Petrov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A clash of legs there as Farquharson blocks the low kick.
A countering left hand to the body from Farquharson misses.#T3#
Farquharson shoots in for a double leg but Petrov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Petrov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Farquharson was well out of range. Poor timing from Petrov.#CL#
Petrov pushes Farquharson up against the cage in a clinch.
Petrov misses with a punch to the body.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Petrov.
Petrov lands an uppercut.
Petrov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Petrov can't find room to land a body shot as Farquharson controls the action.
Petrov can't find room to land a body shot as Farquharson controls the action.
Petrov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Petrov is leaning against Farquharson and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Petrov lands with a short shot to the head.
A left hand lands to the body for Petrov.
#T4#
Petrov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Petrov lands a nice uppercut.
Petrov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Good body shot from Petrov.
Petrov lands with a short shot to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Petrov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Petrov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A left hand lands to the body for Petrov.
Petrov struggles to land a body shot inside as Farquharson controls his hands.
Petrov tries to throw a body punch but Farquharson avoids it by throwing Petrov back against the cage.
A hook to the body from Petrov.
Petrov can't find room to land a body shot as Farquharson controls the action.
Farquharson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A frustrated look appears on Farquharson's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Petrov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Farquharson.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Petrov had his way with Malcolm Farquharson in that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R5#
Petrov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Ivan Petrov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Petrov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Petrov throws a push kick but Farquharson slaps the foot to one side.
Petrov connects with a leg kick.
Petrov throws a push kick but Farquharson slaps the foot to one side.
Petrov throws a body shot but no joy.
Farquharson looks to land a combination but Petrov avoids it well.
Farquharson works the jab nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petrov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Farquharson.
Farquharson moves out of range of the body kick from Petrov.
Petrov tries to land a front kick but Farquharson steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Farquharson has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Petrov.#T1#
Petrov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Petrov throws a hook but Farquharson blocks it.
Farquharson changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Petrov scores with a sloppy right hand. Farquharson should have avoided that one.
Petrov throws a lazy right hand but Farquharson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Farquharson moves out of range as Petrov strikes.
Petrov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Farquharson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Farquharson slips under a jab from Petrov.
Petrov is looking to chop away at Farquharson's legs.
And Farquharson tries to counter it with a takedown but Petrov pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Farquharson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Petrov is fending him off so far but Farquharson persists. Nope, Petrov circles away and we're back to standing.
An attempted straight right counter from Petrov misses the target.
A telegraphed right hand from Farquharson misses the target.
Petrov is looking to counter punch.
Petrov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T2#
Petrov wants to clinch up but Farquharson keeps it at a distance.
Petrov throws a low kick but Farquharson avoids it.
Petrov takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Petrov defending well as Farquharson loads up on a big left hand.
Petrov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Petrov looks for the body kick but Farquharson saw that one coming.
A jab lands there for Farquharson.
Farquharson takes a swing at Petrov's ribcage but misses.
Petrov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Farquharson.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Farquharson connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Farquharson looks for a takedown but Petrov sprawls well.
Malcolm Farquharson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Farquharson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Petrov was well out of range. Poor timing from Farquharson.
A jab from Petrov does it's job there.
Farquharson misses the jab.
Farquharson moves out of range of the body kick.
Petrov digs a good hook to Farquharson's body.
Petrov misses with an uppercut. Farquharson saw that one coming.
Petrov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Good exchange - Petrov coming out on top.
Petrov scores with a leg kick.
Farquharson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Petrov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Farquharson has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Petrov scores with a hook.#T4#
Farquharson swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Petrov counters with a low kick, right behind Farquharson 's knee.
A solid body kick from Petrov.
Farquharson blocks the body kick.
Farquharson walks into a straight right hand from Petrov.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Petrov lands a nice looking body kick.
Farquharson shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Petrov pinned against the cage. Petrov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Ivan Petrov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Malcolm Farquharson.
Farquharson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Farquharson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Farquharson swings for the body but Petrov moves out of range.
Petrov seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Farquharson throws out a loose jab but Petrov uses good head movement to avoid it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ivan Petrov showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Petrov 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 49:46
Judge James Glass scores the fight 49:46
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 49:46
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ivan Petrov!
Ivan Petrov retains his light heavyweight title!
An out of breath Ivan Petrov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
GAMMA#1159 Ivan v Malcolm
Date: May 03, 2025 |
#R1#
River thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Farquharson if he has to take too many more of those.
Farquharson takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
River throws a body punch but Farquharson moves out of range.
Farquharson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from River .
Farquharson feinted with a counter takedown.
River lands with an uppercut that bounces Farquharson off the cage and back into range.
Farquharson moves out of range as River strikes.
Farquharson attempts a counter takedown but River avoids it well and moves away.
River throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Farquharson decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in River 's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Farquharson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
River can't keep his opponent in guard - Farquharson advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Farquharson trying to control the action but River is working from the bottom. #T1#
Farquharson throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Farquharson throwing shots but River is blocking nicely.
Farquharson has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
River takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Farquharson content just to control the position here.
Farquharson lands a big shot there that rocks River but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Farquharson wants to control the pace but River is squirming around nicely.
Farquharson tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T2#
Farquharson thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
River blocking the ground and pound. #SUB#
Farquharson is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But River has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from River !
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Farquharson is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Farquharson with a flurry of punches that miss.
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!
River wants to stand and escape but Farquharson is having none of it. #T3#
Farquharson content to stall in guard here.
Farquharson working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Farquharson looking to pass the guard.
Farquharson wants to control from the top but River keeps moving.
Farquharson is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Farquharson is looking to work some ground and pound but River has wrist control.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Farquharson trying to control but River is working from the bottom.
Farquharson sitting in guard, not really doing much. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
River connects with a body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Duncan Farquharson 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#
Jab by River .
River throws a body kick that misses #TD#
and Farquharson decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in River 's guard.
River keeping full guard, as Farquharson tries to pass.
River really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Farquharson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Farquharson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Farquharson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Farquharson trying to move into half guard but instead River has managed to sweep!#REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farquharson wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Farquharson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and River defends well.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Farquharson working a defensive guard but River manages to pass into side control anyway.
#T1#
Farquharson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but River wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Farquharson is trying to control River 's posture but River avoids it.
Farquharson tries to get back to half guard but can't.#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.
Farquharson can't do much from the bottom here.
Farquharson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Farquharson is working hard here to advance position.#SU2#
River has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Duncan Farquharson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
River scores with a head kick. Farquharson tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#T3#
Farquharson slips a jab from River .
Farquharson attempts a counter takedown but River avoids it well and moves away.
River fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Farquharson.
River throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD#
and Farquharson counters with a takedown into side control.
Farquharson works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Farquharson in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Sloppy strikes there by Farquharson.#T4#
River is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Farquharson has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Farquharson misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
The ground and pound from Farquharson seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Farquharson slows the pace down.
Farquharson with the ground and pound but River regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
Farquharson trying to control from half guard but River is working away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Farquharson content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Clint River will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
River throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
River tries a head kick but it misses.
Farquharson gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
River waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Farquharson.
Farquharson attempts a counter takedown but River avoids it well and moves away.
River throws a leg kick but Farquharson checks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Farquharson has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
River throws a body punch but Farquharson moves out of range.
Farquharson drops down looking for a counter takedown but River sprawls and moves away.
River misses with a body shot.
#T1#
Nice shot by River .
River jabs Farquharson right on the nose. Farquharson blinks but takes it well.
River throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Farquharson feinted with a counter takedown.
A combination from River does no damage.
Farquharson feinted with a counter takedown.
River throws a head kick that misses.
River misses the shot to the body.
Farquharson tries to counter with a takedown but River is quick to defend against it.
River getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#T2#
River throws a leg kick #TD#
and Farquharson counters with a nice double leg into guard.
River is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Farquharson dives into side control.
#REVB#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Farquharson throws an elbow but River slips to the side and avoids it well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
River dodges the ground and pound from Farquharson.
Farquharson misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Farquharson working the ground and pound.
Farquharson is looking to take a break and control but River is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
River is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Farquharson has just dragged him back down to the mat.#T3#
Farquharson controlling the position.
Farquharson creates some space and throws a big elbow, but River sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Farquharson wants to lay and pray for a moment but River keeps working.
Farquharson tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Farquharson in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Farquharson is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Farquharson throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Farquharson tries to score with some ground and pound. River controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Farquharson in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time. #SUB#
Farquharson tries for a kimura but River is defending well.
Farquharson throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Farquharson controlling the position from side mount. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
River misses with a looping left.
Farquharson tries to counter with a takedown but River is quick to defend against it.
A looping hook to the body misses from River . Farquharson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Farquharson feinted with a counter takedown.
And that's the end of the fight!
Clint River comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think River 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 Steven Brown scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 28:29
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Clint River !
Clint River seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
SYN 1161 Crispian vs. Margera
Date: Apr 13, 2025 |
#R1#
Esposito stalks Dienekes and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Dienekes's face. Dienekes staggers backwards, shaken.
Esposito looks to throw a body kick#TD#
and Dienekes counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Esposito 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.
Dienekes missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Dienekes is looking to take a break and control but Esposito is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dienekes frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Dienekes sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Esposito really wants to buck Dienekes off and get back to his feet.
The referee warns Esposito that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dienekes controlling from the full mount.
Dienekes throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
#T1#
Dienekes tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #SUB#
Dienekes has control of Esposito's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Esposito regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Esposito is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Dienekes looking to finish with strikes here!
Esposito holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Dienekes tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Esposito wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
#T2#
Esposito is squirming around, avoiding Dienekes's attempts to control the action. #SUB#
Dienekes has hold of Esposito's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Esposito manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Esposito holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Dienekes tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
#SUB#
Dienekes jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Esposito manages to avoid the submission attempt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The ground and pound from Dienekes seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. #T3#
Esposito is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Dienekes asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Dienekes trying to control the action but Esposito is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Dienekes is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Esposito knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Esposito defending against the ground and pound. #SUB#
Dienekes is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Esposito knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Dienekes is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Esposito has escaped the position, nice work there. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Dienekes trying to control the position but Esposito is working away.
Dienekes lands a few punches from side control.
Esposito is not content to let Dienekes control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Dienekes is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Esposito is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Doric Dienekes dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Dienekes blocks a head kick by Esposito.
Dienekes appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A head kick misses from Esposito.
Esposito slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Esposito is looking to score with low kicks.
Dienekes drops down looking for a counter takedown but Esposito sprawls and moves away.
Esposito fails with an attempt to clinch.
Dienekes staying out of range there.
Esposito darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Esposito looks to clinch #TD#
and Dienekes counters with a nice double leg into side control. Esposito won't be happy with that.
Esposito is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Dienekes working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Dienekes passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Esposito!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Esposito is trying to stand up.#T1#
Dienekes looking to control but Esposito is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Doric Dienekes overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Dienekes thowing shots but they're missing.
Dienekes looking to ground and pound but Esposito is blocking nicely.
Dienekes looking to control but Esposito is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Dienekes looking to ground and pound but Esposito is blocking nicely.
Esposito really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Dienekes. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Esposito is trying to get back to his feet but can't.
Dienekes throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Esposito because Dienekes loaded up on that one.
Dienekes raining down hammerfists from mount.
Esposito is trying to stand up.
Dienekes controlling the position easily from mount. #T2#
Dienekes trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Dienekes unloads with some shots from mount but Esposito bucks and avoids them well.
Poor strikes thrown by Dienekes there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Esposito is squirming around, avoiding Dienekes's attempts to control the action.
Dienekes raining down shots from the mount!
Esposito in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Dienekes has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dienekes trying to control but Esposito is having none of it.
Dienekes is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Esposito can do to turn this around?#T3#
Dienekes thowing shots but they're missing. #SUB#
Dienekes has hold of Esposito's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Esposito manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Dienekes throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Dienekes tries to control but Esposito wriggling away.
Esposito takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Dienekes postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Esposito looks a forlorn figure.
#T4#
Esposito trying desperately to get to his feet.
Dienekes tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Dienekes misses with a head shot.#SUB#
Dienekes is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Esposito can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Dienekes trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Esposito wants to try and get back to his feet.
Dienekes wants to control the pace but Esposito is squirming around nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Doric Dienekes dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Esposito misses with a right hand #TD#
and Dienekes counters with a single leg into guard. Esposito didn't expect that.
Esposito is looking to stand back up but Dienekes counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Esposito. #REVB#
Dienekes trying to mount his opponent but Esposito defends it.
Dienekes not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Dienekes wants to control but Esposito is keeping him busy.
Dienekes is looking to advance position but Esposito won't allow it.
Esposito is staying active underneath Dienekes, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dienekes missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Esposito wants to get back to his feet.
Dienekes trying to mount his opponent but Esposito defends it. #T1#
Dienekes is trying to control the action in half guard but Esposito is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Esposito looks like he's trying to stand up.
Dienekes passes the guard and advances to mount!
Dienekes trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Dienekes unloads with some shots from mount but Esposito bucks and avoids them well.
#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Dienekes with good strikes from the mount here!
Dienekes unloads with some shots from mount but Esposito bucks and avoids them well.
Dienekes sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Dienekes lands a big elbow.
Dienekes can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Esposito is looking to escape.
Dienekes controlling his opponent.
Esposito is trying to stand.#T3#
Esposito takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Dienekes looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Esposito is squirming around, avoiding Dienekes's attempts to control the action.
Esposito's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up.
Dienekes can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Esposito is looking to escape.
Esposito taking shots to the head. #T4#
Dienekes trying to control but Esposito is having none of it.
Dienekes lands with some strikes.
Dienekes controlling the pace for now.
Esposito is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Leonardo Esposito has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#ES2#
Esposito bucks up and throws Dienekes to the side - he's got back to his feet. Great escape!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Esposito swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dienekes attempts a counter takedown but Esposito avoids it well and moves away.
Doric Dienekes is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
That kick from Esposito tenderised Dienekes's leg. Dienekes is trying to keep his angry face on.
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!
Esposito throws a right hand that Dienekes ducks under and follows up with a left that Dienekes also avoids with ease.
Doric Dienekes is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
No joy there for Esposito, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
And that's the end of the fight!
Doric Dienekes showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Dienekes, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Doric Dienekes! |
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Event:
GAMMA#1153 Clappertron v Young
Date: Apr 12, 2025 |
#R1#
Akutagawa misses with a straight right.
Akutagawa throws a leg kick
and Farquharson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nice jab there from Akutagawa.
Akutagawa pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Akutagawa misses with a looping left.
Farquharson takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Akutagawa darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Farquharson scores with a sloppy right hand. Akutagawa should have avoided that one.
Akutagawa throws a right hand that misses
and Farquharson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Akutagawa throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD#
and Farquharson counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Akutagawa!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Akutagawa takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
The ground and pound from Farquharson seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Farquharson passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Akutagawa!
Akutagawa is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.#T1#
Akutagawa blocking the ground and pound.
Akutagawa is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Akutagawa avoids a series of strikes thrown by Farquharson.
Farquharson wants to control the pace but Akutagawa is squirming around nicely.
Farquharson lands with some strikes.#CUT#It looks like Ryu Akutagawa has been cut.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Farquharson won't let Akutagawa get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
Akutagawa is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Farquharson sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Farquharson is landing with some decent strikes but Akutagawa is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Farquharson scores with a couple of good head shots there.
#CUT#That has opened up Ryu Akutagawa's cut even more.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Ryu Akutagawa's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Malcolm Farquharson! |
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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 146
Date: Mar 29, 2025 |
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Tanaka scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tanaka throws a big shot that misses.
Gijs changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A nice leg kick lands there from Tanaka.
Tanaka listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Tanaka dips to his left and cracks Gijs with an uppercut!
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tanaka works Gijs's body with a nice hook.#T1#
Tanaka throws a right hand that misses
#TD2#
and Gijs counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Tanaka!
Gijs connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Tanaka some visible discomfort.
The strikes coming from Gijs are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Gijs creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Gijs tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Tanaka tries to improve position but can't.
Gijs throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Gijs is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Tanaka will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Gijs lands a nice forearm strike.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tanaka avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Gijs. #T2#
Gijs throws an elbow but Tanaka slips to the side and avoids it well.
Gijs connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Tanaka some visible discomfort.
Gijs trying to control the action but Tanaka is working from the bottom.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gijs cracks Tanaka with a big elbow.
Tanaka is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Tanaka takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Gijs postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Tanaka on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Tanaka tries to get out of the position.
Tanaka takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.#ROC2#Tanaka is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Kaito Tanaka has been cut.
A big shot lands for Gijs! That's hurt Tanaka! Will he recover? Gijs fires away with more strikes and the referee has to step in to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bolle Gijs!
Bolle Gijs is the new heavyweight champion!
As Bolle Gijs got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: Papier hier'. |
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Event:
SYN 1155 Chai vs. Obama
Date: Mar 23, 2025 |
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Choke tries to score a power double leg takedown but Farquharson sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Choke somewhat.
Farquharson feints the counter takedown.
Choke goes for a double leg but Farquharson avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Farquharson continues to drive forward.
Farquharson with the counter takedown but Choke avoids it easily.#TD2#
Farquharson pulls guard effortlessly.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Farquharson holds on and takes a little breather.
Farquharson keeping full guard, as Choke tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Choke preventing the sweep.
Choke has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#SUB#
Choke thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Farquharson looking for a sweep. Not yet Farquharson, not yet. #T1#
Choke tries to free his leg and advance position but Farquharson is retaining full guard.
Farquharson looking for a sweep. Not yet Farquharson, not yet.
Choke with a flurry of punches that miss.
Farquharson managing to control the position.
Farquharson working a defensive guard here.
Choke scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Farquharson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Choke accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Choke cracks Farquharson with a solid left hand.#T2#
Choke working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Choke postures up.
Choke postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Farquharson working a defensive guard here.
Choke stopping the sweep attempt from Farquharson.
Choke missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Choke working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Choke postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Farquharson is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Choke keeping moving, preventing Farquharson from controlling successfully.
Farquharson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Farquharson working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Farquharson slips nicely into half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Choke manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T3##SUB#
Choke is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Choke wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Choke is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Choke is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Farquharson is aware though and is defending well.
Farquharson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Choke swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Farquharson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Choke throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Farquharson trying to control but Choke is working from the bottom. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Farquharson tries to free his leg and advance position but Choke is retaining full guard.
Farquharson passes into half guard.
Farquharson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Choke does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Farquharson lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Farquharson lands strikes from half guard.
Choke is trying to get back to full guard.
Choke is refusing to be controlled, as Farquharson sits in half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Choke looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Farquharson controlling the pace. #SUB#
Choke looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Duncan Farquharson will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Choke shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Farquharson but Farquharson pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Choke fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Choke will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for David Choke. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Choke fails to land the takedown.
Farquharson feints the counter takedown.#T1#
Nice takedown defense from Farquharson. No joy for Choke on that attempt.
Choke is trying hard to land a takedown here. Farquharson sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Choke shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Farquharson defends it nicely.
Farquharson changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Farquharson slaps away a takedown attempt from Choke, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Farquharson feints the counter takedown.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Choke tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Farquharson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Choke has a takedown stuffed.
Farquharson tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Choke has his takedown stuffed#TD2#
and Farquharson counters with a nice double leg into guard. #T3#
Farquharson content to stall in guard here.
Farquharson is working Choke over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Farquharson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Farquharson pushes down on Choke's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Farquharson looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Farquharson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Choke does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Choke on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Choke is looking for a sweep. Farquharson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Choke looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Well, if Farquharson is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
#T4#
Choke is staying active underneath Farquharson, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Duncan Farquharson has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Choke is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Farquharson pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Choke looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Farquharson working the head and body with strikes. #SUB#
Choke looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Farquharson moves into full mount! Choke won't be happy about that!
Farquharson wants to control the pace but Choke is squirming around nicely.
Farquharson controlling from the full mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Farquharson lands a big elbow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Duncan Farquharson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Choke looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Choke tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Farquharson swivels and escapes.
Farquharson stuffs the takedown attempt from Choke. Choke gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for David Choke. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Choke shoots for a double leg takedown but Farquharson sprawls well. He's pushed Choke's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #T1#
Choke shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Farquharson but Farquharson pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Choke changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Farquharson tries to avoid it but Choke manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Farquharson to the ground. Farquharson escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Farquharson tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Choke doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD2#
so Farquharson counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Farquharson lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T2##SUB#
Choke working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Farquharson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Farquharson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Farquharson working some strikes from top position.
Choke manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Farquharson manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Choke in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB2#
Farquharson working for a triangle but Choke defends it easily.
Choke stopping the sweep attempt from Farquharson.
Farquharson has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
Farquharson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Farquharson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Farquharson holds on and takes a little breather. #T3##SUB2#
Farquharson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Choke defends well.
Choke throws a big elbow that misses.
Choke lands a couple of digs.#SUB#
Choke drops back looking for a leg! Farquharson is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Farquharson manages to kick Choke off! Choke jumps back into Farquharson's guard.
Farquharson looking for a sweep. Not yet Farquharson, not yet.
Farquharson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Choke connects with a couple of short punches.#SUB#
Choke thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Farquharson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T4#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Farquharson is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Farquharson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Farquharson's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Farquharson is working Choke over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Farquharson showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB#
Choke throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Farquharson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
David Choke has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Duncan Farquharson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
And that's the end of the fight!
Duncan Farquharson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Farquharson 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 Steve Smith scores the fight 26:30
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 26:30
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Duncan Farquharson! |
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Event:
GAMMA#1148 Buster v Wusan
Date: Mar 22, 2025 |
#R1#
Farquharson connects with a crisp jab.
Farquharson listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Spicoli avoids the body shot from Farquharson.
Farquharson takes a swing at Spicoli's ribcage but misses.
Farquharson takes a swing at Spicoli's ribcage but misses.
Farquharson misses with a hook to the body
and Spicoli counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Farquharson will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Spicoli looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Farquharson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Spicoli manages to avoid it.
Farquharson takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farquharson tries to move into range but Spicoli moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Farquharson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Spicoli.
Farquharson gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Spicoli cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Spicoli tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Farquharson throws a predictable looking body shot
and Spicoli connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Farquharson has his takedown stuffed
letting Spicoli counter with a right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Malcolm Farquharson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Farquharson with a lazy takedown attempt
and Spicoli counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nice takedown defense from Spicoli. No joy for Farquharson on that attempt.
Spicoli looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Farquharson swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Spicoli.
Spicoli throws a hook but Farquharson avoids it easily.
Farquharson feinted with a counter takedown.
Spicoli misses with an uppercut. Farquharson saw that one coming.
Farquharson changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Spicoli has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.#T2#
Spicoli just misses with a punch to the body.
Farquharson swings for the body but Spicoli moves out of range.
Farquharson ducks under a wild hook from Spicoli.
Farquharson appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
The fighters circling - Farquharson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Spicoli looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Spicoli takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Spicoli rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Farquharson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Farquharson appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Farquharson throws a lazy uppercut
and Spicoli counters with a straight right hand.
Spicoli throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Spicoli slips under a jab from Farquharson.
Spicoli only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Jeff Spicoli is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Farquharson changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T3##TD#
Farquharson shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Spicoli manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Farquharson trying to control the position from guard on top but Spicoli is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Spicoli wants to sweep here but Farquharson controlling him for the moment.
Farquharson trying to control the position from guard on top but Spicoli is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Farquharson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Farquharson stands and throws Spicoli's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Spicoli tries to buck Farquharson off but Farquharson is having none of it.#T4#
Farquharson throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Spicoli is looking to reverse the position.
Farquharson working the ground and pound.
Farquharson throws an elbow but Spicoli slips to the side and avoids it well.
Farquharson controls the position.
You can see the frustration on Spicoli's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
An elbow from Farquharson crashes against the mat.
Farquharson landing strikes.
Farquharson scores with a couple of short elbows.
Spicoli is looking for a sweep.
Farquharson controlling the position from side mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Malcolm Farquharson will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Spicoli misses with a low kick.
Farquharson changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Spicoli defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Farquharson.
A countering left hand to the body from Spicoli misses.
A slapping leg kick lands for Spicoli.
Spicoli throws a sloppy head kick and Farquharson moves out of range easily.
Farquharson throws a good cross that connects.
Spicoli throws a low kick but Farquharson avoids it.
Spicoli swings for the body but Farquharson moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farquharson looks to score with a jab to the body but Spicoli is just out of range.
Malcolm Farquharson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Farquharson tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Spicoli defends well and Farquharson ends up having to push Spicoli into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Farquharson prevents Spicoli from breaking the clinch.#T1##BC2#
Spicoli breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Spicoli scores with a body shot.
Farquharson fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Malcolm Farquharson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Spicoli keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Spicoli looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Spicoli throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD#
and Farquharson counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Spicoli!
Spicoli sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Farquharson seems to be looking for submissions.
Farquharson slows the pace down in half guard. #T2#
Farquharson thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Farquharson scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Farquharson passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Spicoli!
Farquharson wants to control but Spicoli has made it back to half guard. Nice work.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Spicoli has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Farquharson is working away from the top position though.
Spicoli looks like he's trying to stand up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Farquharson missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Spicoli wants to control but Farquharson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Farquharson is trying to control. Spicoli wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Farquharson is really struggling to control Spicoli but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Spicoli is looking for a sweep. Farquharson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Spicoli on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Farquharson sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Spicoli defending well though.
Farquharson thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Spicoli trying to control from the bottom.
Spicoli slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Farquharson trying to control the position from guard on top but Spicoli is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Farquharson stands up over Spicoli, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Farquharson missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Farquharson working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Spicoli looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Farquharson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Spicoli trying to control the position.
Spicoli looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Farquharson trying to control but Spicoli is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Farquharson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Spicoli.
Spicoli looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Malcolm Farquharson will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Farquharson misses the shot to the body.
A little jabbing left from Spicoli on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jeff Spicoli has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Farquharson lands a really nice looking cross but Spicoli seems unphased.
Spicoli takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Farquharson shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Spicoli counters with an outside leg kick.
Farquharson dips to his left and cracks Spicoli with an uppercut!
Spicoli pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spicoli jabs at Farquharson's body.
Farquharson moves out of range of the leg kick from Spicoli.
A slapping leg kick lands for Spicoli.
#T1#
Spicoli throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Farquharson misses with a shot to the body
and Spicoli counters with a slapping leg kick.
Jeff Spicoli seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Spicoli keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Spicoli looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Spicoli turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A cross from Farquharson lands.
Farquharson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Spicoli.
Spicoli misses with a jab to the body
enabling Farquharson to counter with a crisp jab. #TD#
Spicoli gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Spicoli keeping moving, preventing Farquharson from controlling successfully. #T2#
Spicoli looking to hit a scissor sweep but Farquharson is one step ahead there.
Spicoli keeping moving, preventing Farquharson from controlling successfully.
Spicoli avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Farquharson content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Spicoli has locked up a guillotine! Spicoli's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Farquharson is holding on here and Spicoli must be using up a lot of energy. Farquharson has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Spicoli gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Jeff Spicoli!
Jeff Spicoli tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool. |
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Event:
CFC CG Tokyo 4
Date: Mar 22, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 13 losses; Radu Dracul! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 89 wins and 65 losses; Vasiliy Kulik!
The judges for this bout are Shigeki Sano, Taro Takaoka and Sosuke Kotani.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Kulik is trying to drag Dracul to the mat but Dracul just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#TD#
Dracul pulls guard.
Kulik tries to free his leg and advance position but Dracul is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Dracul looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Kulik passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Dracul (0) vs (3) Kulik
You can see the frustration on Dracul's face as Kulik controls the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Kulik gets to mount! Dracul was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Dracul (0) vs (5) Kulik#T1#
Kulik controlling from mount.
Dracul really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Dracul manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Kulik moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Dracul (0) vs (8) Kulik
Dracul is looking to regain half guard here but Kulik keeps moving and retains side control. #T2#
Dracul tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad. Score +2 for reaching mount: Dracul (0) vs (10) Kulik
Dracul is trying to reverse the position but instead Kulik has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Dracul (0) vs (13) Kulik
Kulik is not going to allow Dracul to sit and survive in this position.
Dracul tries to escape the position.
Kulik has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Dracul's body.
Kulik is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#T3#
Dracul trying to control but not successfully.
Dracul rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Dracul is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at ZuccoTraining Ground, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Dracul is looking to improve his position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dracul is looking to get back to full guard here but Kulik has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Dracul (0) vs (16) Kulik#T4#
Dracul is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
Dracul gets back to half guard.
Kulik perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Dracul is looking to improve his position.
Kulik is controlling the pace.
#T5#
Kulik tries to pass the half guard into mount. Dracul knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Dracul controlling the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kulik stalling away here and it's allowed Dracul to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Kulik stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dracul swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T6#
Dracul working a defensive guard but Kulik passes into half guard.
Kulik looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Dracul trying to hold on to Kulik's head to control him but Kulik postures up.
#T7#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Kulik in particular looking to stall.
Kulik has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at KFA. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Dracul is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Kulik jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Dracul (0) vs (19) Kulik
Kulik wants to control but Dracul is keeping him busy.
Dracul looks to move to half guard but instead Kulik has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Dracul (0) vs (21) Kulik
Kulik controlling from mount.
Dracul is trying to escape the mount.
#T8#
Kulik looking to control and managing it successfully.
Dracul reaches up to try and control the position but Kulik seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Dracul rolls and tries to escape and now Kulik has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Dracul (0) vs (24) Kulik
Kulik is riding his opponent, not letting Dracul buck him off.
Let's hope that Kulik has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
I really don't envy Dracul right now.
Kulik tries to get the hooks in deep but Dracul pushed the leg off.
Dracul trying to control the hands but Kulik breaks the grip. #T9#
Kulik wants to control but Dracul is keeping busy.
Dracul trying to control the hands but Kulik won't let him.
You can see the frustration on Dracul's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Dracul wants to control his opponent's hands but Kulik gets his hands free.
Kulik has the hooks in. Dracul is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Kulik controlling the position well here. Dracul rolled but Kulik kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T10#
I really don't envy Dracul right now.
Kulik biding his time, looking for the opening.
Dracul is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
I would not like to be Dracul right now.
#T11#
Kulik is hanging on to Dracul's back as he tries to escape.
Kulik trying to control momentarily.
Dracul is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Kulik.
Kulik is hanging on to Dracul's back as he tries to escape.
#T12#
Dracul is working hard here to advance position.
Dracul turns into Kulik and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dracul (2) vs (24) Kulik
Kulik pulls Dracul in close to his closed guard and prevents Dracul from doing any damage or advancing position.
Dracul stays in close to Kulik's body and controls the position.
Dracul trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dracul wants to control from the top but Kulik keeps moving. #T13#
Kulik pulls Dracul in to control the position.
Dracul stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kulik swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dracul trying to move into half guard but instead Kulik has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dracul (2) vs (26) Kulik
Dracul has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Kulik has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Dracul (2) vs (29) Kulik
Kulik advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Dracul (2) vs (31) Kulik
Kulik controlling from the full mount. #T14#
Kulik fails to take his opponent's back.
Dracul tries to hold on but Kulik pushes him away.
Kulik controlling from mount.
Kulik moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Dracul (2) vs (34) Kulik
You can see the frustration on Dracul's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kulik keeps control of the position easily here as Dracul tries to buck him off.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kulik wins on points by 34 to 2.
An out of breath Vasiliy Kulik thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
SYN 1152 Drago vs. Bacia
Date: Mar 16, 2025 |
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Dienekes slips a jab from Uhp.
Dienekes drops down looking for a counter takedown but Uhp sprawls and moves away.
Dienekes slips under a jab.
Dienekes drops down looking for a counter takedown but Uhp sprawls and moves away.
The fighters circling - Uhp throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Dienekes half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Uhp looks to score with a jab to the body but Dienekes is just out of range.
Dienekes takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Dienekes half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T1#
Uhp throws a head kick that misses.
Dienekes slips a straight right by Uhp.
Uhp throws the left hand but Dienekes avoids the punch easily.
Dienekes attempts a counter takedown but Uhp avoids it well and moves away.
Uhp missing with a left hand there. Dienekes was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dienekes drops down looking for a counter takedown but Uhp sprawls and moves away.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Nice shot by Uhp.
Dienekes takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
The fighters circling - Uhp throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Uhp throws a shot from downtown. Dienekes moves away and avoids it.
Dienekes tries to counter with a takedown but Uhp is quick to defend against it.
Dienekes avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dienekes changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#T3#
Uhp misses with a kick to the body #TD#
and Dienekes counters with a nice double leg into side control. Uhp won't be happy with that.
Dienekes lands an elbow. #SUB#
Dienekes tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Dienekes has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Dienekes is looking to take a break and control but Uhp is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dienekes in side control, throwing shots but Uhp defends. #T4#
Dienekes throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Dienekes scores with a couple of short elbows.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Dienekes tries for a kimura but Uhp is defending well.
Uhp parries the strikes from Dienekes easily there. Dienekes is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Uhp to escape.
Dienekes trying to control the action but Uhp is working from the bottom.
Dienekes fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dienekes lands an elbow.
Uhp taking a bit of punishment here - Dienekes scoring with strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Light Uhp will probably get the nod.
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#
Uhp lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Uhp throws a head kick that misses.
Uhp looks to land a right hand but Dienekes moved out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Uhp throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Dienekes on the side of the head.
Uhp tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T1#
Uhp misses with a low kick.
Uhp catches Dienekes with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Uhp tests Dienekes's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Uhp looks to score with a jab to the body but Dienekes is just out of range.#T2#
Dienekes slips under a jab.
Dienekes drops down looking for a counter takedown but Uhp sprawls and moves away.
Uhp looks to throw the jab but Dienekes is out of range.
Dienekes attempts a counter takedown but Uhp avoids it well and moves away.
Dienekes staying out of range there.
Uhp tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T3#
Nice defenses there by Dienekes.
Uhp throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Uhp swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dienekes appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A shot to the body from Uhp misses #TD#
and Dienekes counters with a shoot takedown. Uhp fights it but they end up in guard.
Uhp has his feet on Dienekes's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. #T4#
Uhp rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#TD#
so Dienekes counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dienekes wants to control from the top but Uhp keeps moving.
Dienekes postures up and lands a big shot to Uhp's brow.
Uhp seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Uhp keeping full guard, as Dienekes tries to pass.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dienekes throws a big elbow that misses.
Dienekes showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Light Uhp showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Uhp scores with a spinning back kick!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dienekes avoids the body shot from Uhp.
Dienekes tries to counter with a takedown but Uhp is quick to defend against it.
Uhp swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
Uhp just misses with a punch to the body.
Doric Dienekes is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A big left from Uhp misses.
Uhp misses the shot to the body.
Uhp throws a big shot that misses.
Dienekes attempts a counter takedown but Uhp avoids it well and moves away.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Uhp misses with a hook
#TD#
and Dienekes counters with a shoot takedown. Uhp fights it but they end up in guard.
Dienekes stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Uhp swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dienekes wants to control from the top but Uhp keeps moving.
Dienekes won't allow Uhp to sweep him here.
Dienekes is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T3#
Dienekes in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Dienekes trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dienekes trying to control but Uhp is working from the bottom.
Dienekes postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Dienekes throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Dienekes stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Uhp swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dienekes wants to control from the top but Uhp keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Good exchange - Uhp coming out on top.
Uhp throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dienekes drops down looking for a counter takedown but Uhp sprawls and moves away.
Uhp lands a jab to Dienekes's midsection.
Doric Dienekes has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Uhp misses with a wild body shot.
Dienekes feinted with a counter takedown.
And that's the end of the fight!
Light Uhp comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Uhp winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Light Uhp!
Light Uhp spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 143
Date: Mar 08, 2025 |
#R1#
Hopgood cracks Muromets with a good jab.
Hopgood fails to land the takedown.
Hopgood misses with a wild body shot.
And Muromets tries to counter it with a takedown but Hopgood pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Muromets avoids the body shot from Hopgood.
Muromets feints the counter takedown.#TD#
Hopgood scores with a takedown into Muromets's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hopgood is looking to work some ground and pound but Muromets has wrist control.
Muromets tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Muromets working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Hopgood. #T1#
Muromets wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Hopgood postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Hopgood passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Hopgood scores with a couple of short elbows.
Muromets manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Hopgood has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Muromets winds up and cracks Hopgood with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Hopgood is not content to let Muromets control the position.#T2#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Muromets is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Hopgood blocking the ground and pound attempt from Muromets.
Nice strikes from Muromets there.
Hopgood blocking the ground and pound attempt from Muromets.
Hopgood is staying active underneath Muromets, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Muromets not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Muromets thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Hopgood's head.
Muromets trying to control from half guard but Hopgood is working away.
Hopgood is trying to maintain the position but Muromets is very close to passing his half guard.#T3#
Muromets sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Hopgood manages to get to full guard.
Muromets scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Muromets with a nice head shot there.
Muromets throws an elbow that misses. Hopgood uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Muromets's guard. Nice move by Hopgood!#REVR#
Muromets 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.#T4#
Hopgood cracks Muromets with a solid left hand.
Hopgood postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Hopgood stopping the sweep attempt from Muromets.
Muromets is trying to keep Hopgood in close.
Hopgood postures up in Muromets's guard and throws a big left but Muromets blocks it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Muromets trying to control the position.
Hopgood lands a couple of digs.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Oreo Hopgood dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Hopgood swings widly with a right hand
#TD2#
and Muromets counters with a single leg into guard. Hopgood didn't expect that.
Muromets makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Muromets slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Muromets lands some shots froms side control.
Muromets trying to control the action but Hopgood is working from the bottom.
Muromets working the strikes but Hopgood uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Muromets is looking to advance position but Hopgood won't allow it.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Muromets connects with a nice short shot to Hopgood's temple.
Hopgood tries to roll over but Muromets keeps him under control.#T1#
Muromets working over Hopgood with some ground and pound. Hopgood looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Hopgood blocking the ground and pound attempt from Muromets.
Muromets not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Hopgood is looking for a sweep. Muromets is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hopgood is looking to control Muromets's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hopgood avoid being mounted?
Muromets looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Hopgood with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Muromets is pressing down on Hopgood's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hopgood is holding on for now.
Hopgood tries to roll over but Muromets keeps him under control.#SUB#
Muromets thows an elbow strike that misses. Hopgood gets hold of full guard and has managed to get a loose guillotine attempt. Muromets doesn't seem too bothered but Hopgood quickly shifts his position and has tightened the hold! Muromets is in big trouble now - he's going a funny colour - he's tapping out! Nice finish there! Muromets really should have spotted the danger earlier though... either incompetence or over-confidence has resulted in a big L on his record.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Oreo Hopgood!
Oreo Hopgood retains his light heavyweight title!
Oreo Hopgood made sure to mention his sponsor, BANZAI NUTRITION in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
CFC CG Tokyo 2
Date: Mar 08, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 34 wins and 25 losses; Satan Blue! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 12 losses; Radu Dracul!
The judges for this bout are Sosuke Kotani, Hirohito Nitta and Shigeki Fujiwara.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Blue shoots in looking for a takedown. Dracul tries to sprawl out of it but Blue keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Dracul manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Dracul changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#TD#
Blue gets the takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Blue (4) vs (0) Dracul
Dracul tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Blue wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul regains half guard.
Well, if Blue is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Dracul makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Dracul.#T1#
Dracul trying to keep a closed guard but Blue is proving a slippery customer.
Dracul wants to improve his position but instead Blue has moved into half guard.
Blue trying to control the pace.
Blue passes into side control, despite Dracul's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Blue (7) vs (0) Dracul#T2#
Dracul tries to buck Blue off but Blue is having none of it.
Blue takes a little break here. Dracul wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Blue advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Blue (9) vs (0) Dracul
Dracul is controlling an arm, preventing Blue from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Dracul sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Blue prevents Dracul from improving his position.#T3#
Blue with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Dracul tries to roll over but Blue keeps him under control.
Dracul controlling the position for now.
Blue performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T4#
Dracul is trying to get back to full guard.
Dracul is still trying to improve position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Dracul actively working from the bottom here.
Blue moves into full mount! Dracul won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Blue (12) vs (0) Dracul
Blue takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T5#
Dracul is trying desperately to improve position.
Blue controlling from mount.
Blue has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Dracul tries to reverse the position but Blue maintains control.#T6#
Dracul tries to hold on but Blue pushes him away.
Blue controlling the position easily from mount.
Dracul really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Blue controlling from mount. #T7#
Dracul is wriggling around trying to escape.
Dracul tries to improve his position but instead Blue has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Blue (15) vs (0) Dracul
Blue controlling the position well here. Dracul rolled but Blue kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Dracul is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#SUB#
Blue looking to break Dracul's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Dracul remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Blue will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Dracul has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#T8##SUB#
Dracul tries to escape but he's let his defenses down in doing so and Blue has slipped in the rear naked choke! Oh, that's tiiiiiiiiight! Dracul is tapping! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Satan Blue!
During a confident post fight interview, Satan Blue thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SYN 1148 Kamara vs. Macaco II
Date: Mar 02, 2025 |
#R1#
Auston misses with a looping right.
Auston throws a lazy right hand but Farquharson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Auston motions for Farquharson to come forward. Auston throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Farquharson tries to counter with a takedown but Auston is quick to defend against it.
Auston misses with a series of wild punches.
Farquharson drops down looking for a counter takedown but Auston sprawls and moves away.
Farquharson takes one on the button.
Auston misses with a right hand #TD#
and Farquharson counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farquharson content to control rather than advance.
Farquharson is looking to take a break and control but Auston is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1#
Farquharson lands strikes from half guard.
Farquharson not doing much here.
Farquharson looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Farquharson looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Auston is refusing to be controlled, as Farquharson sits in half guard.
Auston is pressing down on Farquharson's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#ES2#
Auston pushes Farquharson off and scrambles back to his feet.
#CL2#
Auston closes the distance and clinches.#T2#
Auston misses with a hook from the clinch.
Auston scores with a shoulder strike.
Auston tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Farquharson's elbow.
I was talking to Farquharson's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Farquharson has Auston pushed against the cage.
Auston lands a right hand.
Auston scores with a shoulder strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Farquharson.
Farquharson blocks an uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Auston as Farquharson tries to tie him up.
Farquharson's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Auston throws a punch but it's blocked by Farquharson.
Auston is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Farquharson is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#T3#
Farquharson tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Auston smiles and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Duncan Farquharson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Auston jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Auston fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A slapping leg kick lands for Auston.
A cross from Auston lands.
Auston throws a body shot but no joy.
Farquharson half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
A head kick misses from Auston.
Auston lands with a cross.
Auston is looking to clinch. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Farquharson blocks an uppercut.
#T4#
Farquharson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Farquharson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Auston has a couple of punches blocked by Farquharson.
Farquharson is trying to pull guard but Auston has him pressed against the cage.
Nice body punch from Auston.
Farquharson fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Auston misses with a punch on the inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Auston pushes Farquharson back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Auston creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Auston swings wildly with an uppercut but Farquharson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Auston throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Farquharsons head.
Auston misses with a hook from the clinch.
Farquharson goes for a takedown attempt but Auston pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Auston throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Farquharson's head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Robbie Auston dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Farquharson avoids the body shot from Auston.
Farquharson appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Auston jabs Farquharson right on the nose. Farquharson blinks but takes it well.
Auston tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Farquharson attempts a counter takedown but Auston avoids it well and moves away.
A jab from Auston misses.
Duncan Farquharson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Auston misses with a head kick.
Auston throws a hook to the side of Farquharson's head but Farquharson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Farquharson changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Farquharson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Auston throws out the jab.
Auston throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Farquharson half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farquharson slips a straight right by Auston.
Farquharson moves out of range as Auston strikes.
Farquharson attempts a counter takedown but Auston avoids it well and moves away.
Farquharson moves out of range of the strikes.#T1#
Farquharson takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Robbie Auston seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Auston gets a clinch.
Auston fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Farquharson tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Auston just stands there and leans against the cage.
Farquharson is trying to drag Auston to the mat but Auston just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Auston prevents a takedown attempt there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Duncan Farquharson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Auston misses with a punch on the inside.
Farquharson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Auston lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Farquharson is trying to push Auston away but Auston has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Farquharson.
A head punch on the inside from Auston fails to land.
Farquharson drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Auston gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#T2#
Farquharson wants a takedown.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Farquharson taking a breather.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Auston prevents a takedown attempt there.
Auston scores with a shoulder strike.
Farquharson blocks an uppercut.
Auston misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Auston misses with a punch on the inside.
Farquharson leaning his opponent against the cage.
Farquharson wants to take the fight to the mat but Auston manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Auston has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Auston.
Farquharson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Farquharson is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Auston to keep the fight standing.#T3#
Auston prevents a takedown attempt there.
Auston lands a shot to the body.
Auston swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Farquharson dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Auston lands a hook that snaps the head of Farquharson backwards.
Auston is leaning against Farquharson and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Farquharson's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A nice left hand lands by Auston.
A nice right hand lands inside from Auston.
Auston lands a hook to the side of the head.
Auston lands a left hand.
Auston lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Auston.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Auston has a couple of punches blocked by Farquharson.
A short uppercut from Auston. #T4#
Auston working aggressively here.
Auston throws a punch but it's blocked by Farquharson.
Auston working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Farquharson tries to pull guard but Auston forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Auston misses with a hook from the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Auston.
A head punch on the inside from Auston fails to land.
Auston lands a right hand that snaps the head of Farquharson backwards.
Farquharson blocks an uppercut.
Auston misses with some punches.
Auston gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Farquharson.
A nice right hand lands inside from Auston.
A head punch on the inside from Auston fails to land.
Farquharson blocks an uppercut.
Auston lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Robbie Auston showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Auston looks to throw the jab but Farquharson is out of range.
Farquharson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Auston.
Auston jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#CL2#
Auston clinches with his opponent.
Auston lands a left hand.
Auston is pressed up against the cage. Farquharson has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Auston down to the mat. Auston avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Auston throws a left and a right that both miss
#TD#
so Farquharson counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Farquharson trying to control the position from guard on top but Auston is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Auston utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Farquharson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Auston is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T1#
Farquharson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Auston pulls Farquharson in close to prevent any damage.
Auston wants to sweep here but Farquharson controlling him for the moment.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Farquharson stops Auston from standing up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Farquharson on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Auston. Auston obviously looking to wear him down.
Auston dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Auston tries to clinch but Farquharson moves away #TD#
and Farquharson decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Auston's guard.
Auston tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Farquharson postures up in Auston's guard and throws a big left but Auston blocks it.
Auston is looking to stand up but Farquharson isn't so interested in that idea.
Farquharson won't allow Auston to sweep him here.
Auston not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Farquharson with a flurry of punches that miss.
Farquharson wants to control from the top but Auston keeps moving.
Farquharson lands a couple of elbows.#T3#
Auston keeping moving, preventing Farquharson from controlling successfully.
Auston has control of Farquharson's left arm, preventing Farquharson from doing any damage. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Auston fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Farquharson manages to avoid it.
Robbie Auston is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Farquharson slips under a jab from Auston.
Farquharson appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Auston takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Auston misses with a body shot.
Farquharson changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Auston misses with an uppercut.
Farquharson tries to counter with a takedown but Auston is quick to defend against it.
Auston is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#T4#
Farquharson takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Farquharson moves out of range of the strikes.
Farquharson attempts a counter takedown but Auston avoids it well and moves away.
Auston rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Farquharson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#CL2#
Auston closes the distance and pushes Farquharson back into the cage.
Robbie Auston seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Farquharson's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Farquharson is trying to pull guard but Auston turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robbie Auston comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Auston winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 26:30
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 26:30
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Robbie Auston! |
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Event:
GAMMA#1141 Malcolm v Miet
Date: Mar 01, 2025 |
#R1#
Cleever swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Farquharson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Cleever tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Cleever swings widly with a right hand
#TD#
and Farquharson counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Farquharson throwing strikes but missing. #ES2#
Cleever has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Farquharson has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Farquharson misses with a punch to the body.
Cleever throws a head punch that misses.
Farquharson jumps guard but Cleever stands there with Farquharson around his waist. Farquharson gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Farquharson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Cleever works on Farquharson's body with a couple of short punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Farquharson.
Cleever taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Farquharson manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Cleever lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T1#
Farquharson looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC2#
Cleever manages to break the clinch.
Cleever throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Farquharson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Cleever manages to avoid it.
Cleever thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Farquharson if he has to take too many more of those.
Farquharson takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Miet Cleever seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Farquharson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Farquharson misses the shot to the body.
Cleever looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A low kick from Cleever misses #TD#
and Farquharson counters with a shoot takedown. Cleever fights it but they end up in guard.
Cleever is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cleever lands a right hand that snaps the head of Farquharson backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Farquharson.
Cleever tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Farquharson misses with some punches.
#T2#
A nice right hand lands inside from Farquharson.
Farquharson tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Cleever lands a right hand.
Farquharson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Farquharson tries to stall but Cleever uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Cleever misses with the head strike.
A shot in the inside from Cleever.
Farquharson tries to stall but Cleever uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Cleever tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Cleever lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Farquharson backwards.
Cleever throws a punch but it's blocked by Farquharson.
Cleever keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Farquharson's efforts to push away.#BC#
Farquharson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Cleever throws a nice inside leg kick.
Cleever fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Farquharson manages to avoid it.
Cleever misses with a kick to the body.
#T3#
Farquharson steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Cleever. That one must have hurt.
Cleever with a nice cross.
Farquharson checks a leg kick.
Farquharson is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Farquharson clobbers Cleever with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Cleever throws a right and a left that both miss.
Cleever misses with an uppercut.
Cleever is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Farquharson.
Cleever slips a jab from Farquharson.
Farquharson checks a leg kick.
A counter left hand to the body from Farquharson misses its target.
Farquharson works Cleever's body with a nice hook.
Farquharson misses with a wild body shot.
Cleever looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Cleever misses the jab.
Farquharson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Cleever.#T4#
Cleever misses with a hook. Farquharson ducked under it nicely.
Cleever fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
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!
Cleever throws out a powerful jab.
Farquharson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cleever was well out of range. Poor timing from Farquharson.
Cleever rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Farquharson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Farquharson tests Cleever's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Cleever throws a leg kick #TD#
and Farquharson counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Farquharson.
Cleever wriggles free and stands up.
A chopping leg kick lands by Cleever.
Farquharson avoids the body shot from Cleever.
Farquharson changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Cleever throws a leg kick but Farquharson sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Cleever misses with an uppercut
and Farquharson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Cleever thuds his right hand into Farquharson's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Miet Cleever dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Cleever with a jab.
Cleever has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Cleever throws a looping overhand right but Farquharson ducks down to avoid it.
The fighters circle momentarily. Cleever darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A big left from Farquharson misses.
Cleever throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Miet Cleever seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Farquharson scores with a shot to the body.
Cleever throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Farquharson lands a nice looking body shot.
Farquharson misses with a hook.
Cleever is looking to chop away at Farquharson's legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cleever misses with a body kick.
Farquharson misses with a body shot.
A big left from Cleever misses.
Farquharson was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
A swing and a miss from Cleever.
Cleever slips under a jab.#T1#
Farquharson throws a poor cross that misses
and Cleever counters with a one-two to the body.
Cleever throws a head kick that misses
enabling Farquharson to counter with a crisp jab.
Cleever shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Cleever lands a nice hook to Farquharson's body. Farquharson takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Cleever looks for the body kick but Farquharson saw that one coming.
Farquharson on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Cleever ducks under a wild hook from Farquharson.
Cleever lands a head kick. Farquharson smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Cleever is looking to land body kicks.
Cleever throws a head kick but Farquharson moves out of range.
Farquharson was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Farquharson uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Cleever has time to react.
Farquharson slips a jab from Cleever.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cleever with a hook.#T2#
Cleever throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Farquharson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Cleever fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Farquharson manages to avoid it.
Cleever lands a nice leg kick that just misses Farquharson's sensitive parts.
A swing and a miss from Cleever.
It looked like Farquharson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Farquharson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Cleever.
Farquharson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Farquharson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Farquharson slips a jab from Cleever.
Cleever swings for the body but Farquharson moves out of range.
Farquharson lands a nice looking body shot.
Farquharson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A quick step to the side and Farquharson tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Farquharson will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Cleever tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Farquharson was well out of range. Poor timing from Cleever.
It looked like Farquharson was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Cleever.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.#T3#
Cleever throws a jab but it's blocked by Farquharson.
Cleever with the inside leg kick. #CL2#
Cleever drives through and clinches with Farquharson against the cage.
Cleever throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Farquharson. #BC#
Farquharson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Farquharson avoids a kick to the body.
Cleever lands the left hand.
A low kick lands for Cleever.
Cleever throws a head kick that misses.
Cleever misses with a body shot
and Cleever takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Cleever lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#TD#
Farquharson throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Cleever tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Farquharson is in Cleever's guard.
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!
Farquharson is working Cleever over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T4#
Cleever wants to stand and escape but Farquharson is having none of it. #SUB#
Farquharson has gone for a leg lock! Cleever slips out almost immediately though and dives into Farquharson's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Cleever got a little sloppy there for a moment and Farquharson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Cleever has managed to get both his arms back between Farquharson's legs - danger averted.#SU2#
Cleever decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Farquharson, up you get!
Cleever misses with a body kick.
Farquharson misses with a wild body shot.
Cleever scores with a hook.
Cleever feints and then cracks Farquharson's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Farquharson down.
Farquharson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Cleever.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Miet Cleever showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Cleever with the inside leg kick.
Nice uppercut there from Farquharson.
Cleever cracks Farquharson with a right hand to the side of the head.
It looks like Farquharson has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Farquharson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Cleever moves away.
A big right from Cleever misses.
Cleever throws a looping overhand right but Farquharson ducks down to avoid it.
Cleever misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Farquharson cracks a nice hook into Cleever's ribs.
Farquharson avoids the body shot from Cleever.
Cleever throws a body kick that misses #TD#
and Farquharson counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #ES2#
Cleever has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Farquharson is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cleever misses with a hook from the clinch.
Cleever misses with a hook to the ribs.
#BC#
Farquharson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T1#
Cleever avoids the body shot from Farquharson.
Cleever digs a good body shot into Farquharson's ribs.
Farquharson throws a body punch but Cleever moves out of range.
Cleever will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Cleever throws a solid leg kick but Farquharson takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Cleever.
A little feinted left hand from Farquharson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Cleever misses with a body shot
and Farquharson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Cleever tries to move into range but Farquharson moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Cleever moves out of range of the strikes.
Cleever misses with a body kick.
Cleever pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Farquharson just misses with a punch to the body.
Farquharson is looking to wear down Cleever with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Farquharson blocks a jab.
Cleever goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Cleever stuffs the takedown attempt from Farquharson. Farquharson gets slowly back to his feet. #T2#
Cleever pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Farquharson checks a leg kick.
Cleever misses with a hook. Farquharson ducked under it nicely.
Farquharson scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Farquharson takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Farquharson looks to land a right hand but Cleever moved out of range.
Farquharson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Cleever throws a head kick but Farquharson moves out of range.
Cleever just misses with a punch to the body.
Farquharson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Cleever.
Cleever lands with a nice body punch.
Farquharson walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#T3#
Farquharson misses with a wild body shot.
Cleever throws a low kick but Farquharson moves out of range easily.
Cleever lands a nice leg kick that just misses Farquharson's sensitive parts.
Farquharson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Cleever is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Farquharson with a body shot.
Cleever misses the shot to the body.
Farquharson is looking to counter punch.
Cleever looks to land a right hand but Farquharson moved out of range.
Cleever throws a body kick that misses.
Cleever moves out of range as Farquharson strikes.
Decent striking displayed by Cleever there.
Cleever misses with a looping left.
Farquharson just misses with a punch to the body.
Cleever follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Cleever takes a swing at Farquharson's ribcage but misses.
Farquharson misses with a wild body shot. #T4#
Farquharson is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Farquharson moves out of range of the body kick.
Cleever misses with the combination.
A punch lands to the side of Cleever 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Cleever connects with a solid leg kick.
Cleever throws a body shot but no joy.
A quick step to the side and Farquharson tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Cleever walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Farquharson checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Farquharson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Cleever! But no joy.
Cleever paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Cleever looks to land a body kick but Farquharson moved away.
Farquharson blocks a head kick by Cleever.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Miet Cleever really dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R4#
Cleever misses with a body punch
and Farquharson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Cleever throws a jab when Farquharson was well out of range.
Farquharson shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Cleever misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Farquharson counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Cleever has one foot on Farquharson's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Cleever misses with a leg kick
and Farquharson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Cleever misses with a hook.
Farquharson is looking to counter punch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cleever thows a left - swing and a miss!
Cleever throws a push kick but Farquharson slaps the foot to one side.
Cleever throws a right hand that misses
and Farquharson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Cleever throws a body kick that misses.
Farquharson appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Cleever misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Cleever closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #T1#
Farquharson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cleever.
Cleever misses with a looping right.
A low kick from Cleever misses
and Farquharson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Farquharson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Cleever.
Farquharson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cleever was well out of range. Poor timing from Farquharson.
Farquharson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Cleever throws a sloppy head kick and Farquharson moves out of range easily.
Cleever throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Cleever drops his hands momentarily and Farquharson takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Cleever thows a leg kick but Farquharson checks it #TD#
so Farquharson counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Farquharson working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Farquharson has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Farquharson controlling from the top position.
Cleever utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Farquharson showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Cleever wants to stand up but Farquharson is controlling him.
Cleever bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Farquharson's guard. #REVB#
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!#SUB#
Cleever got a little sloppy there for a moment and Farquharson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Cleever has managed to get both his arms back between Farquharson's legs - danger averted.
Miet Cleever has got the better of the ground game so far.
Farquharson 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.
Cleever wants to get up but he can't break Farquharson's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #T3#
Farquharson keeping full guard, as Cleever tries to pass.
Farquharson has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Cleever has passed into side control.
You can see the frustration on Farquharson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Farquharson is looking for a sweep.#SU2#
Cleever decides to stand back up.
Farquharson 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.
Cleever takes one on the button.#T4#
Farquharson throws a hook but Cleever blocks it.
Farquharson misses the shot to the body.
Cleever throws a sloppy head kick and Farquharson moves out of range easily.
A counter left hand to the body from Farquharson misses its target.
Farquharson avoids the head kick by Cleever.
Farquharson fails with a takedown attempt.
Cleever misses with a straight left.
Cleever misses with a hook.
Farquharson half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Cleever misses with a straight right.
Cleever is looking to score with low kicks.
A counter left hand to the body from Farquharson misses its target.
Miet Cleever is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Farquharson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Farquharson on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Miet Cleever will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R5#
Farquharson blocks a jab.
Farquharson throws a body shot but no joy.
Cleever ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Farquharson moves away.
Farquharson misses with a right hand
and Cleever connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Farquharson slips under a jab from Cleever.
Farquharson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cleever was well out of range. Poor timing from Farquharson.
Both fighters circling a little - Cleever finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Farquharson. Cleever does a little dance to reset his feet.
Farquharson is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Cleever throws a head kick that misses
and Farquharson counters with a straight right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farquharson moves away from the strike by Cleever.
Cleever lands with a thumping leg kick.
Cleever throws a sloppy head kick and Farquharson moves out of range easily.
Farquharson is looking to counter punch.
Farquharson jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#T1#
Cleever misses with a body kick.
A jab from Farquharson does it's job there.
Farquharson works the jab nicely.
Cleever throws a series of punches but Farquharson avoids them all with ease.
Cleever tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Farquharson was well out of range. Poor timing from Cleever.
Cleever throws a leg kick but Farquharson sees it coming and moves out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from Farquharson misses its target.
Farquharson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Farquharson avoids the head kick by Cleever.
Cleever takes a jab right on the kisser.
Cleever on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Cleever defending well as Farquharson loads up on a big left hand.
Farquharson lands with a shot to the body.
Cleever dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Farquharson. That did some damage!#T2#
Cleever stuns Farquharson with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Cleever lands with a nice body punch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A slow jab from Farquharson misses its intended target.
Farquharson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Farquharson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cleever.
Farquharson takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Cleever tries to score with a low kick but Farquharson moves his leg out of the way.
Farquharson misses the shot to the body.
Farquharson misses with a body shot.
Farquharson looks to score with a jab to the body but Cleever is just out of range.
Cleever throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Cleever cracks Farquharson with a good jab.
Malcolm Farquharson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Cleever avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Cleever misses with a left hand #TD#
and Farquharson counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB#
Farquharson is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Farquharson throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #ES2#
Cleever manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Cleever swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
letting Farquharson counter with a right hand.
Cleever lands a leg kick that knocks Farquharson off balance momentarily.
Farquharson throws a shot from downtown. Cleever moves away and avoids it.
Cleever has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Cleever shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Farquharson eats them both and turns towards Cleever to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cleever wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Cleever misses with a lunging right hand
and Farquharson counters with a right hand to the body. #T4#
Cleever tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Cleever throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Farquharson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
It looked like Farquharson was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Cleever.
Farquharson lands a slapping body shot.
Cleever misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
It looked like Farquharson was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Cleever.
A big left from Cleever misses.
Cleever scores with a jab.
Miet Cleever is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Cleever uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Farquharson takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Cleever punishes Farquharson's body with a nice straight punch.
Farquharson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Cleever attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Farquharson darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
And that's the end of the fight!
Miet Cleever comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Cleever 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 46:50
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 45:50
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 45:50
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Miet Cleever!
Miet Cleever is the new light heavyweight champion!
A relieved looking Miet Cleever 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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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 142
Date: Mar 01, 2025 |
#R1#
Mirkovic looks to throw a body kick#TD2#
and Gijs counters with a shoot takedown. Mirkovic fights it but they end up in guard.
Mirkovic working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Gijs.
Gijs scoring with punches to the head and body.
Mirkovic working a defensive guard here.
Gijs lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Gijs with a nice head shot there.
Gijs postures up in Mirkovic's guard and throws a big left but Mirkovic blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirkovic keeping moving, preventing Gijs from controlling successfully.
Gijs engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Let's hope that Gijs has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Mirkovic on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Mirkovic tries to get out of the position.#T1#
Mirkovic is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Gijs is controlling him.
Mirkovic definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Mirkovic trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Gijs working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Gijs with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Gijs wants to control from the top but Mirkovic keeps moving.
Gijs lands a couple of decent looking shots.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gijs in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Mirkovic pulls Gijs in to control the position. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Gijs missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Gijs lands a couple of elbows.
Gijs is working Mirkovic over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Gijs is looking to work some ground and pound but Mirkovic has wrist control.
Mirkovic keeping moving, preventing Gijs from controlling successfully.
Gijs is working Mirkovic over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Gijs is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Gijs throwing strikes from guard but Mirkovic blocks nicely.
Gijs has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Mirkovic preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Gijs is working Mirkovic over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Gijs connects with a couple of short punches.
Gijs content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T3#
Gijs lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Mirkovic utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Gijs throws a big elbow that misses.
Gijs working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Gijs slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Gijs in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Gijs throws a big right hand that misses.
Gijs scoring with some ground and pound.
Mirkovic knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Gijs on the ground.
Gijs content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Gijs loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Mirkovic working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Gijs.
Gijs trying to control the position from guard on top but Mirkovic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mirkovic working a defensive guard here.
#T4#
Gijs is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Gijs throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Gijs is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Gijs in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Gijs throwing strikes from guard but Mirkovic blocks nicely.
Gijs connects with a couple of short punches.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gijs wants to control from the top but Mirkovic keeps moving.
Gijs throwing strikes from guard but Mirkovic blocks nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bolle Gijs dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Mirkovic throws a sloppy head kick and Gijs moves out of range easily.
Mirkovic loads up on a big right hand but Gijs slips the punch.
Mirkovic throws a lazy body kick #TD2#
and Gijs counters with a single leg into guard. Mirkovic didn't expect that.
Gijs throws a big right hand that misses.
Gijs throwing strikes but missing.
Mirkovic avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Gijs is working Mirkovic over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gijs postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Gijs postures up.
Gijs controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB2#
Gijs drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Gijs jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T1#
Gijs lands a couple of elbows.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gijs trying to control the position from guard on top but Mirkovic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gijs advances to half guard.
Mirkovic blocking the ground and pound attempt from Gijs.
Gijs tries to pass the half guard into mount. Mirkovic knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Gijs throwing shots but Mirkovic is blocking nicely.
Gijs drops an elbow to the side of Mirkovic's head.
Gijs thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Mirkovic's head. #T2#
Ground and pound from Gijs.
Mirkovic keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Gijs lands with a punch from half guard.
Gijs is nestled in close to Mirkovic, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Gijs working over Mirkovic with some ground and pound. Mirkovic looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Gijs thows a huge punch but Mirkovic dodges it nicely.
Gijs lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Mirkovic trying to control but Gijs postures up.
Gijs is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #ROC2#Mirkovic is rocked!
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Gijs content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Gijs looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Mirkovic with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T3#
Gijs lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Gijs working the head and body with strikes.
Gijs is looking to advance position but Mirkovic won't allow it.
Gijs works his way into side control.
Gijs cracks Mirkovic with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Gijs has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Gijs punishing his opponent with strikes.
Oh Mirkovic is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#CUT2#It looks like Filipo Mirkovic has been cut.#T4#
Gijs lands a big shot to the head and Mirkovic winces in pain. He's tapped out due to strikes!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Bolle Gijs!
An intense looking Bolle Gijs took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'Papier hier'. |
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Event:
SYN 1146 Hohenthal vs. Farman
Date: Feb 23, 2025 |
#R1#
Both fighters are only really looking to counter, so after a good 30 seconds of circling each other endlessly, the referee has stepped in and told them both to be more aggressive.
Dienekes tries for a takedown but Erdogan circles away easily
and Erdogan counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dienekes has his takedown stuffed
and Erdogan counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #T2#
Dienekes shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Erdogan sprawls well. Erdogan wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Dienekes gets slowly back to his feet.
Erdogan jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Mustafa Erdogan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doric Dienekes.#T3#
Dienekes fails with the takedown
and Erdogan counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dienekes gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Erdogan counters with a nice kick to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mustafa Erdogan dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Dienekes tries for a takedown but Erdogan circles away easily
and Erdogan counters with a straight right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Dienekes.
Erdogan swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T1#
Erdogan defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Dienekes.
Erdogan throws a quick counter kick to the body but Dienekes avoids it.
Mustafa Erdogan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doric Dienekes.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Dienekes gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Erdogan counters with a right hand to the body. #T3#
Dienekes fails with a takedown attempt.
Erdogan is looking to counter with a body kick.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Dienekes shoots in looking for a takedown but Erdogan manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dienekes's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
And Erdogan counters with a quick kick to the body but Dienekes blocks it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Dienekes is defended easily by Erdogan.
Erdogan was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mustafa Erdogan dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Dienekes shoots and misses
and Erdogan cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Erdogan leaves Dienekes with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Erdogan swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dienekes misses with a takedown
and Erdogan counters with a good, hard body kick but Dienekes shrugs it off.
Mustafa Erdogan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doric Dienekes.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Dienekes fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Erdogan avoids it really well and circles away.
Erdogan throws a quick counter kick to the body but Dienekes avoids it.#T3#
Dienekes will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
And Erdogan counters with a quick kick to the body but Dienekes blocks it.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Dienekes with a lazy takedown attempt
and Erdogan counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dienekes goes for a double leg but Erdogan avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Erdogan continues to drive forward.
Erdogan swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mustafa Erdogan clearly takes that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4#
Nice sprawl there from Erdogan as Dienekes shoots in.
It appears Erdogan was looking to counter with a kick there.
Dienekes shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Erdogan pinned against the cage. Erdogan gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Erdogan is looking to counter punch.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dienekes fails with a takedown attempt.
It looked like Erdogan was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Dienekes.
Mustafa Erdogan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doric Dienekes.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Dienekes with a lazy takedown attempt
and Erdogan counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T3#
Dienekes with a lazy takedown attempt
and Erdogan connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mustafa Erdogan is winning the standup battle so far.
Dienekes shoots and misses
and Dienekes takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T4#
Dienekes closes the distance and clinches up with Erdogan, looking for a takedown. Dienekes pushes Erdogan against the cage but Erdogan circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
As Dienekes looks to move away, Erdogan throws a big counter combo but Dienekes just gets out of the way.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dienekes shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Erdogan as he avoids it easily.
Erdogan is looking to counter with head kicks.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mustafa Erdogan had his way with Doric Dienekes in that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R5#
Dienekes with a poor takedown
and Erdogan counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Doric Dienekes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Erdogan stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Erdogan wants it to stay on the feet.
Erdogan was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Horrible takedown attempt by Dienekes or perhaps it was just good defense by Erdogan, which made it look bad.
Dienekes just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromErdogan.
Mustafa Erdogan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Doric Dienekes.#T1#
Erdogan displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Dienekes.
Erdogan thinks about countering with a head kick.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#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.
Dienekes shoots in for a double leg but Erdogan sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Erdogan jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.#T3#
Dienekes misses with a takedown attempt
and Erdogan connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dienekes fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Erdogan swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Dienekes misses with a takedown attempt
and Erdogan cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Doric Dienekes has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dienekes throws a sloppy head kick
and Erdogan counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mustafa Erdogan showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Erdogan 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 50:40
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 50:40
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 50:40
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mustafa Erdogan!
Our winner, Mustafa Erdogan, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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