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Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary
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Event:
HC GRAP 30
Date: Jul 24, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 6 losses; Woodie Maykit! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 8 losses; Ty Wong!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, Chris Edwards and Phil Schofield.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Maykit looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Wong! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Maykit (4) vs (0) Wong
Maykit is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Wong's shoulder. That is not cool.
Wong struggling a bit here.
Wong prevents Maykit from moving into mount.
A lull in the action here as Maykit stalls from top position.
Maykit has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wong stops Maykit from passing to mount.
Maykit 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.#T1#
Wong being controlled for a moment. #T2#
Wong prevents Maykit from moving into mount.
Maykit controls the position from side control.#SUB#
Maykit is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Wong has escaped the position, nice work there. #T3#
Maykit just content to control the position.
Wong is trying to improve his position.
You can see the frustration on Wong's face as Maykit controls the position.
Wong prevents Maykit from improving position. #T4#
A lull in the action here.
Maykit's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Maykit moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Maykit (6) vs (0) Wong#T5#
Wong tries to hold on but Maykit postures up.
Maykit looking to control and managing it successfully.
Maykit seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Wong for as long as he can get away with.#T6#
This is a sustained period of stalling by Maykit.
Further stalling from Maykit.
Maykit is trying to take his opponent's back.
Maykit controlling from the full mount. #T7#
Wong is controlling an arm, preventing Maykit from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Maykit tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T8#
Maykit seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Wong is holding on tight.
Wong is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Maykit content just to control the position here. #T9#
Maykit prevents Wong from getting the reversal.
Maykit controlling from the full mount.
Wong tries to hold on but Maykit pushes him away. #T10#
Maykit takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Maykit is stinking the place up with his stalling.
Maykit works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Maykit (9) vs (0) Wong
A bit of a pause in the action here. Maykit controlling the positon.#T11#
Maykit continues to stall.#T12#
Maykit doesn't have the hooks in and Wong manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Maykit (9) vs (2) Wong
Wong is fighting to break Maykit's control of his arms but Maykit is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T13#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Wong got a little sloppy there for a moment and Maykit has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Wong has managed to get both his arms back between Maykit's legs - danger averted.
Maykit is pulling down on Wong's head to control his posture.
Wong must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T14#
Maykit keeping moving, preventing Wong from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Maykit looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Maykit has Wong pulled in close to control his posture.
And that's the end of the fight!
Maykit takes the fight on points by 9 to 2.
An out of breath and clearly excited Woodie Maykit thanked Hawaii Nutrition for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 45
Date: Jun 15, 2024 |
#R1##TD#
Magomedov darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magomedov trying to control from half guard but Tee is working away.
Tee is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Tee can do anything to dispel that myth.
Tee is trying to stand back up but Magomedov is controlling him
Magomedov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tee tries to roll over but Magomedov keeps him under control.
Tee trying to control from the bottom.
#T1#
Magomedov throwing shots but Tee is blocking nicely.
Magomedov is trying to control. Tee wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Tee wants to control the action here but instead Magomedov manages to pass to full mount!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Magomedov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Tee is looking to escape.
Magomedov pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.#SUB#
Magomedov is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Tee is surviving well by controlling Magomedov's body position as best he can.
Magomedov fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
#T2#
Tee slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Tee trying to hold on to Magomedov's head to control him but Magomedov postures up.
Tee makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Tee.
Tee looking to control.
Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Tee is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Magomedov preventing the sweep.
Tee working a defensive guard here.
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Tee keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Magomedov tries to work over Tee's front leg with a kick but Tee checks it.
Tee lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Tee stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Tee wants it to stay on the feet.
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown but Tee shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Magomedov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Magomedov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vladimir Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Magomedov is breathing heavily.
Magomedov is looking to clinch but Tee is avoiding it.
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Tee as he jumps to the side. #TD2#
Magomedov gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Tee to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Tee passes Magomedov's left leg - he's now in half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Magomedov is trying is best to control the position here.
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 Vladimir Magomedov 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#
Tee closes the distance and clinches up with Magomedov, looking for a takedown. Tee pushes Magomedov against the cage but Magomedov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Tee shoots in but Magomedov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Magomedov attempts a counter takedown but Tee avoids it well and moves away.
Nice takedown defense from Magomedov. No joy for Tee on that attempt.
Vladimir Magomedov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Boba Tee.
Tee fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Tee fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Magomedov tries for a takedown but Tee sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Magomedov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tee moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Tee sprawls well. Tee wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Magomedov gets slowly back to his feet.#T1#
Tee shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Magomedov as he avoids it easily.
Magomedov stuffs the takedown.
Tee is breathing heavily.
Tee misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Vladimir Magomedov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Tee clinches up with Magomedov and pushes him back against the cage.
Magomedov wants to take the fight to the mat but Tee manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Tee blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Magomedov is trying to break free.
Tee is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Magomedov is looking to control Tee's arms but Tee gets an underhook and turns him. Now Magomedov has his back to the cage. #T2#
Tee tries to pull guard but Magomedov holds him up against the cage and eventually Tee drops back down to his feet.
#BC2#
Tee breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2#
Tee rushes Magomedov and presses him up against the cage.
Tee prevents a takedown attempt there.
Magomedov drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Tee gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Magomedov tries to pull guard but Tee won't allow it.
#TD2#
Tee wants the takedown. Magomedov is fighting it off but Tee persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Magomedov's guard against the cage.#T3#
Tee trying to control but Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Tee is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Tee trying to control the position from guard on top but Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Magomedov looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Tee drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Tee jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Magomedov keeping moving, preventing Tee from controlling successfully. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Magomedov looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Magomedov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Tee sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Magomedov somewhat.
Magomedov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#CL2#
Tee closes the distance and clinches.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#BC2#
Tee pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tee looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Boba Tee showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Tee shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Tee tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Tee trying to control from half guard but Magomedov is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov landing small, sideways elbows.
Magomedov blocking the ground and pound attempt from Tee.
Boba Tee has got the better of the ground game so far.
Tee is looking to take a break and control but Magomedov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1#
Magomedov slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Tee trying to control but Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Magomedov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tee is one step ahead there.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Tee would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Magomedov misses with a looping left.#CL2#
Tee closes the distance and clinches.
Tee gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Magomedov.
Magomedov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Magomedov tries for a takedown but Tee manages to get underhooks.
Magomedov tries to break the clinch but Tee is controlling the position. #TD#
Magomedov gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Tee trying to hold on to Magomedov's head to control him but Magomedov postures up.
Magomedov tries to stand but can't do so whilst Tee controls his leg. #T3#
Tee is not content to let Magomedov control the position.
Magomedov prevents Tee from improving his position.
Tee trying to hold on to Magomedov's head to control him but Magomedov postures up.
Tee wants to improve his position but Magomedov is controlling well.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Tee is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Magomedov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Magomedov's back!#T4#
Even with his hooks in, Tee manages to miss with strikes from the back.
Tee has Magomedov flattened out and is raining down punches.
Magomedov is trying to get back to his feet but Tee has full control of the position and if anything, Magomedov has just worked his way into a worse spot.#SUB2#
Tee seems to be going for a rear naked choke. He has an arm under Magomedov's chin but Magomedov turns very nicely into Tee's guard. Good BJJ skills being displayed there by Magomedov.
Tee looking for a sweep. Not yet Tee, not yet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Boba Tee comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Tee 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 Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Boba Tee! |
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Event:
HC GRAP 23
Date: Jun 10, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 8 losses; Ty Wong! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 9 losses; Daaniel Teteny!
The judges for this bout are Chris Saunders, Colin Fray and Josh West.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Teteny feints and as Wong raises his hands in defense, Teteny changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Wong (0) vs (2) Teteny
Teteny passes Wong's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Teteny is looking to take a break and control but Wong is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Teteny seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB2#
Teteny is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Wong sees it coming and defends easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Teteny is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Teteny is trying to work for a kimura but Wong is defending well.
#T1##SUB2#
Teteny is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Wong is just riding it out for now. Teteny eventually gives up the hold.
Wong might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB2#
Teteny is working for a kimura but Wong is defending it quite comfortably.
#T2#
Wong is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Wong is defending against the submission attempts here by Teteny.
#SUB2#
Teteny is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Wong has managed to free his arm - good work.
Teteny is keen to just control but Wong is a slippery customer.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3##SUB2#
Teteny is trying to work for a kimura but Wong is defending well.
#SUB2#
Teteny is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Wong is just riding it out for now. Teteny eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Teteny is looking for a kimura but Wong is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Teteny to get the leverage. #T4#
Teteny is keen to just control but Wong is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Teteny is working for a submission of some sort.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Teteny is trying to work for a kimura but Wong is defending well.
#SUB2#
Teteny is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Wong is defending against the submission attempts here by Teteny.
#SUB2#
Teteny is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Wong defends it well. #T5##SUB2#
Teteny is working for a kimura but Wong is defending it quite comfortably.
Wong is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Teteny looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#T6#
Teteny is stalling here. Wong is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Teteny seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Wong has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Wong (4) vs (2) Teteny
Teteny tries to improve position but can't.
Teteny wants to control but Wong postures up.
Teteny is looking for a sweep.#T7#
Teteny is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Wong just content to control the position.
Teteny is looking for a sweep.
Wong trying to control the position but Teteny is working away.
Wong controls the position from side control.
Teteny is trying to improve his position.#T8#
Wong tries to move into full mount but can't pass Teteny's legs. #T9#
Teteny struggling a bit here.
Teteny 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.
Wong is looking to take a break and control but Teteny is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Teteny is looking to regain half guard here but Wong keeps moving and retains side control. #T10##T11#
Wong working away.
Wong is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Teteny's shoulder. That is not cool.
Teteny gets back to half guard.
Teteny is controlling Wong's trapped leg to prevent Wong from advancing to side control.#T12#
Teteny wants to get back to full guard.
Teteny has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Wong is working away from the top position though.
Teteny holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Teteny trying to control from the bottom.
#T13#
Teteny tries to roll over but Wong keeps him under control.
Teteny is still trying to improve position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Wong in particular looking to stall.#T14#
Teteny is looking to get back to full guard here but Wong has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Wong (7) vs (2) Teteny
Wong trying to control the action but Teteny is working from the bottom.
Teteny struggling a bit here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wong takes the fight on points by 7 to 2.
Ty Wong really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Hawaii Nutrition logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
SMASH:Hall vs Minoru
Date: Jun 01, 2024 |
#R1#
Figueroa works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Figueroa has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Ellacuria.
Ellacuria tries a head kick but it misses.
Ellacuria throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Ellacuria lands a really nice looking cross but Figueroa seems unphased.
The fighters circling - Ellacuria throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
We've been informed that Ellacuria has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Figueroa throws a hook but Ellacuria blocks it.
Ellacuria jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ellacuria slips a straight right by Figueroa.
No joy there for Ellacuria, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Figueroa takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
We've been told by Figueroa's head coaches at Kalashnikov ELITE MMA Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Ellacuria motions for Figueroa to come forward. Ellacuria throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ellacuria throws a nice looking combination but Figueroa bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Ellacuria thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ellacuria blocks a jab.
A cross from Ellacuria lands.
A jab from Figueroa misses.
Figueroa throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Figueroa works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Ellacuria walks into a left hand. #T1#
Figueroa on the wrong end of a nice hook.#KD2#
Ellacuria lands a left and a right that send Figueroa crashing to the mat, dazed. Ellacuria thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#Figueroa is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Gustavo Figueroa has been cut.
That kick from Ellacuria tenderised Figueroa's leg. Figueroa is trying to keep his angry face on.
Oh Figueroa is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Ellacuria misses with a head kick.
Figueroa staying out of range there.
Ellacuria connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A telegraphed right hand from Ellacuria misses the target.
Jab from Figueroa.
Ellacuria will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Figueroa seems to have got his legs back now.
A big right from Ellacuria misses.
Ellacuria slips under a jab.
Nice uppercut lands for Ellacuria. That snapped Figueroa's head back.
Ellacuria scores with a nice strike.
Arturo Ellacuria seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Figueroa throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ellacuria sees it coming and avoids it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ellacuria! But no joy.
Ellacuria ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Figueroa throws the left hand but Ellacuria avoids the punch easily.
Figueroa fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Ellacuria is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Figueroa throws a shot from downtown. Ellacuria moves away and avoids it.#T2#
Figueroa jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A lazy left from Ellacuria finds it's target.
Figueroa takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Figueroa misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ellacuria.
Figueroa throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#KD2#
Ellacuria cracks Figueroa with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Ellacuria has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Figueroa to stand back up!
Figueroa jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Figueroa thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ellacuria thows a left - swing and a miss!
Figueroa is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Ellacuria.
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Ellacuria! Figueroa is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Arturo Ellacuria!
Arturo Ellacuria 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:
HC GRAP 22
Date: May 28, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 8 losses; Ty Wong! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 6 losses; Jamal Hudak!
The judges for this bout are Micheangelo Fripello, Colin Fray and Ryoma Takatsuka.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Hudak takes the fight into the clinch. #TD#
Wong is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Hudak can't fight it off and eventually Wong manages to take the fight to the floor. Hudak looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Wong (2) vs (0) Hudak
Hudak seems keen to control Wong's posture.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hudak's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wong won't allow Hudak to sweep him here. #T1#
Hudak has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Hudak can't keep his opponent in guard - Wong advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Hudak wants to improve his position but Wong is controlling well.
Hudak keeps trying to improve his position.#T2#
Hudak has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Wong is working away from the top position though.
Hudak might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Wong haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Wong perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Hudak is trying to control but Wong manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Wong (5) vs (0) Hudak#T3#
Hudak tries to hold on but Wong postures up.
Hudak is looking to improve his position but Wong isn't that keen on the idea.
Hudak is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Hudak is trying desperately to improve position.
Hudak manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T4#
Wong content to control rather than advance.
Hudak wants to improve his position but Wong is controlling well.
Hudak manages to get to full guard.
Wong is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T5#
Hudak has control of Wong's left arm, preventing Wong from doing any damage.
Hudak is trying to keep Wong in close.
Hudak looking to hit a scissor sweep but Wong is one step ahead there. #T6#
Wong slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hudak looking for a sweep. Not yet Hudak, not yet.
Wong engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Hudak is pulling down on Wong's head. It's preventing any offense from Wong, at least for the moment.#T7#
Hudak is continuing to stall.
Wong slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Wong being controlled here momentarily. #T8#
Hudak controls Wong momentarily but Wong frees himself.
Wong won't allow Hudak to sweep him here.
Hudak has Wong pulled in close to control his posture.
Wong preventing the sweep. #T9#
Hudak has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Wong looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T10#
Hudak has control of Wong's left arm, preventing Wong from doing any damage. #T11##T12#
Wong wants to pass the guard but Hudak is keeping the position.
Wong controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Hudak had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Wong defends it easily.
Wong looking to pass the guard. #T13#
Hudak looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hudak has control of Wong's left arm, preventing Wong from doing any damage.
Hudak looking to control.
Hudak pulls Wong in close to his closed guard and prevents Wong from doing any damage or advancing position.#T14#
Hudak is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Wong tries to free his leg and advance position but Hudak is retaining full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hudak has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wong takes the fight on points by 5 to 0.
Ty Wong took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Hawaii Nutrition for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
HC GRAP 21
Date: May 20, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 8 losses; Ty Wong! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 35 losses; Thad Thayer!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Gregory Folan and Alec Ball.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Thayer has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD2#
Thayer lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Wong (0) vs (2) Thayer
Wong's coaches at Special Ops N7 Training have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Wong is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Thayer's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Thayer's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Wong (4) vs (2) Thayer
What can Thayer do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Wong is not going to allow Thayer to sit and survive in this position.
Wong biding his time, looking for the opening.
Thayer is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Wong off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thayer trying to control the hands but Wong breaks the grip.
Thayer tries to escape the position.
#T1#
Thayer trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Wong controlling well, preventing Thayer from escaping the position.
Thayer 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.
Thayer turns into Wong and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wong (4) vs (4) Thayer
Thayer slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Let's hope that Thayer has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T2#
Wong looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Wong keeping moving, preventing Thayer from controlling successfully.
Thayer stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Wong swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Thayer stays in close to Wong's body and controls the position.
Wong keeping moving, preventing Thayer from controlling successfully. #T4##SUB2#
Thayer drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Wong dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wong (6) vs (4) Thayer
Wong preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Wong got a little sloppy there for a moment and Thayer has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Wong has managed to get both his arms back between Thayer's legs - danger averted.
Thayer is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Wong stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Thayer swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Thayer looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T5#
Thayer working a defensive guard but Wong passes into half guard.
Thayer trying to hold on to Wong's head to control him but Wong postures up.
#SUB2#
Thayer is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Wong pulls his head out easily.
Still in half guard, Wong seems content to control.#T6#
Thayer wants to control but Wong is keeping busy.
Wong trying to control the pace. #SUB2#
Thayer looking for submissions off his back.
Wong controlling the action here. #T7#
Thayer tries to get to full guard but Wong has control of the leg.
Thayer is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Wong looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Thayer wants to improve his position but Wong is controlling well.
#T8#
Wong controlling the action here.
Thayer is looking for a sweep. Wong is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Thayer is trying to maintain the position but Wong is very close to passing his half guard.
Wong not doing much here.
Thayer tries to get to full guard but Wong has control of the leg. #T9#
Wong is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB2#
Thayer is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Wong pulls his head out easily.
Wong prevents Thayer from improving his position.
Wong wants to pass the guard but Thayer is defending well. #T10#
Thayer is positioning himself well to prevent Wong advancing to mount.
Wong prevents Thayer from improving his position.
Thayer keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Thayer is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Wong jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Wong (9) vs (4) Thayer#T11#
Wong slows the pace down.
Thayer tries to improve position but can't.
Wong moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Thayer trying his best to control but Wong has mounted him. Score +2 for reaching mount: Wong (11) vs (4) Thayer
Wong controlling from the full mount.
Thayer working to try and regain half guard.
#T12#
Wong controlling from mount.
Thayer keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Thayer is still trying to improve position.
Wong controlling from the full mount. #T13#
Thayer tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Wong sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Thayer is trying desperately to improve position.
Thayer 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.#T14#
Thayer wants to control but Wong is keeping busy.
Thayer wants to get back to full guard but Wong has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Wong (14) vs (4) Thayer
Thayer seems a little lost for a moment, as Wong dominates the positioning.
Thayer is trying to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Thayer can't do much from the bottom here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wong takes the fight on points by 14 to 4.
Jumping up and down and very excited, Ty Wong waved his t-shirt featuring Hawaii Nutrition's logo in front of the cameras. |
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Event:
HC GRAP 20
Date: May 13, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 7 losses; Ty Wong! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Ceasar Rules!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Luis Engracia and Daniel Cesar.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Rules manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Wong on his heels. He'll look to pass Wong's guard now, I'm sure. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Wong (0) vs (2) Rules
Wong keeping moving, preventing Rules from controlling successfully.
Wong keeping full guard, as Rules tries to pass. #SUB2#
Rules drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Wong dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wong (2) vs (2) Rules#SUB2#
Rules working for a triangle but Wong defends it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wong stopping the sweep attempt from Rules.#T1#
Rules is still trying to improve position.#SUB2#
Rules looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Wong passes into half guard.
#SUB2#
Rules actively working from the bottom here.
Rules is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Rules is trying to maintain the position but Wong is very close to passing his half guard.
Rules is looking to improve his position.
#T2#
Wong is keen to just control but Rules is a slippery customer.
Rules trying to control from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rules keeping hold of Wong's head, controlling as best he can. #SUB2#
Rules looking for submissions off his back.
Rules is looking to improve his position.
#T3#
Rules works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Rules looking for a guillotine here but Wong defends easily.
#SUB2#
Rules is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Rules escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Wong gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Rules is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T4#
Wong wants to control from the top but Rules keeps moving.
Rules looking for a sweep. Not yet Rules, not yet. #SUB2#
Rules escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Wong gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Rules has his feet on Wong's thighs here. He's pushed Wong off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Wong screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ceasar Rules! |
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Event:
BANZAI COMBAT 29
Date: May 10, 2024 |
#R1#
Beo misses with a takedown
and Thompson counters with a nice uppercut.
Sloppy strikes from Thompson. Those never looked like landing.
Beo tries to clinch up but Thompson circles away and keeps his distance.#CL#
Thompson has Beo up against the cage in a clinch.
Thompson lands an uppercut.
Beo jumps guard but Thompson stands there with Beo around his waist. Beo gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Thompson misses with a knee to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beo has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Thompson avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Stephen Thompson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Boz Beo.
Beo tries to score a body lock takedown but Thompson shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#BC#
Thompson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#T1#
Beo is looking to clinch.
Thompson throws a quick counter head kick but Beo was just out of range.
Beo shoots in looking for a takedown but Thompson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Beo's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC#
Thompson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Beo misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Beo wants to clinch but Thompson slips to the side
and Thompson counters with a nice uppercut.
Beo goes for a double leg but Thompson avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Thompson continues to drive forward.
Boz Beo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Thompson looks to land a combination. Beo sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Jab by Thompson.
Beo shoots in and drives through. Thompson sprawls well.
Thompson throws a counter high kick but Beo was just alert enough to avoid it.#T2#
Beo dives in and grabs Thompson's left leg, looking for a takedown. Thompson pushes down on Beo's head and hops out.
Thompson misses with a head kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Thompson connects with a crisp jab.
Nice sprawl there from Thompson as Beo shoots in.
Thompson looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Beo looks winded!
Thompson scores with a punch to the head.
Beo scores with a leg kick.
#CL#
Thompson drives through and clinches with Beo against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Thompson. #BC#
Thompson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Thompson throws a lazy head kick #CL2#
and Beo holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Beo is looking for a takedown.#T3#
Thompson gets underhooks to prevent Beo's takedown attempt.
#BC#
Thompson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Beo shoots in and drives through. Thompson sprawls well.
Thompson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Thompson lands a high kick!
Thompson throws a head kick that misses.
Donk. Thompson catches Beo right on the button with a cross.
Thompson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Thompson appears to be looking for a big counter.
Beo misses with a wild body shot.
Thompson thinks about countering with a head kick.
Beo has a takedown stuffed.#T4#
Thompson keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Beo with a poor takedown #CL#
and Thompson holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #BC#
Thompson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A head kick misses from Thompson.
Thompson circles away from the clinch attempt
and Thompson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Thompson lands with a kick to the temple. Beo shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
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!
Beo throws a head kick that misses
and Thompson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Stephen Thompson dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Thompson with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Beo fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Thompson throws a quick counter kick to the body but Beo avoids it.
Thompson lands a nice shot that snaps Beo's head back.
Beo tries to close the distance and clinch but Thompson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL#
Thompson has taken the fight to the clinch.
Beo is trying to pull guard but Thompson turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short right from Thompson on the inside. #BC2#
Beo breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Beo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T1#
Thompson with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Thompson throws a jab when Beo was well out of range.
Beo tries to score a power double leg takedown but Thompson sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Beo somewhat.
Stephen Thompson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Boz Beo.
Beo rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Thompson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Thompson throws a counter high kick but Beo was just alert enough to avoid it.
Beo tries to clinch but Thompson moves away
and Thompson counters with a two punch combo.
Beo is breathing heavily.
Beo tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL#
Thompson rushes Beo and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Beo stalling in the clinch but Thompson improves position. #BC#
Thompson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T2##CL#
Thompson instigates a clinch. #BC#
Thompson manages to break the clinch.
Beo wants to clinch
and Thompson counters with a straight right hand.
Beo shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Thompson sprawls well. Thompson wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Beo gets slowly back to his feet.
Thompson is looking for a counter combo.
Beo is trying hard to land a takedown here. Thompson sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Beo is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Thompson gets a clinch. #BC#
Thompson breaks the clinch.
Beo tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Thompson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T3#
Thompson stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Thompson throws a head kick that misses.
Beo dives in and grabs Thompson's left leg, looking for a takedown. Thompson pushes down on Beo's head and hops out.
Beo tries to close the distance and clinch up but Thompson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Thompson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Thompson scores with a one two! Beo had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Beo.
Thompson plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#T4#
Thompson slaps away a takedown attempt from Beo, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Thompson throws a quick counter head kick but Beo was just out of range.
Thompson moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Thompson connects with a crisp jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Beo fails to land the takedown.#CL#
Thompson forces Beo back against the cage and clinches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Stephen Thompson 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#
Beo goes for a double leg but Thompson avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Thompson continues to drive forward.
Beo throws a lazy head kick
and Thompson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Thompson throws a series of punches but Beo moves out of range.
No joy there for Thompson, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Beo doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Beo misses with a takedown attempt
and Thompson counters with a straight right hand.#CL#
Thompson clinches with his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Thompson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Beo takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Beo tries a head kick but it misses.
Thompson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Beo swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Thompson is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Thompson throws a head kick that Beo semi-blocks.
Stephen Thompson is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
Thompson stuffs the takedown.
Stephen Thompson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Boz Beo.
A head kick misses from Thompson.
Thompson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#CL#
Thompson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Beo, pushing him back against the cage.
Thompson softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC#
Thompson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Thompson moves into the clinch.#BC#
Thompson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Thompson goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Thompson slaps away a takedown attempt from Beo, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T2#
Thompson misses with a head kick.
Thompson throws a body kick that misses. #CL#
Thompson clinches.
Beo stalling against the cage.
Thompson gets underhooks to prevent Beo's takedown attempt.
#BC#
Thompson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Beo misses with a leg kick.
Thompson went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Beo shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #CL#
and Thompson counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #T3##BC#
Thompson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A thudding body kick lands there by Thompson!
Danga de danga de dang - Thompson scores with a four punch combination!
Beo blocks a head kick by Thompson.
Beo drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Thompson defends it well.
Thompson lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #CUT#It looks like Boz Beo has been cut.
Beo throws a head kick but Thompson moves out of range.
Beo with a lazy takedown attempt
and Thompson counters with a head kick. That will keep Beo thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
A slapping body kick lands there for Thompson.
Thompson throws a head kick that misses. #T4#
Beo throws a predictable looking body shot
and Thompson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Thompson scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#CL#
Thompson instigates a clinch.
Thompson using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
#BC#
Thompson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Thompson closes the distance and pushes Beo back into the cage.#BC#
Thompson manages to break the clinch.
A decent looking cross lands there for Thompson.
Boz Beo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Stephen Thompson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Thompson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Beo.
And that's the end of the fight!
Stephen Thompson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Thompson 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 Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:25
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 30:25
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 30:24
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Stephen Thompson!
Our winner, Stephen Thompson, 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.
The defeated Boz Beo had this to say: 'Fuck Off'. |
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Event:
BC FIGHT NIGHT 7
Date: May 08, 2024 |
#R1#
Simpson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#TD2#
Tee looking to score a takedown here. Simpson is defending well but Tee drives through and ends up in Simpson's guard.
Tee throwing strikes but missing.
Simpson is trying to control the position but Tee postures up.
Tee connects with a couple of short punches.
Tee wants to pass the guard but Simpson is keeping the position.
Tee has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Simpson looking for a sweep. Not yet Simpson, not yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simpson looking to control.
Tee won't allow Simpson to get back to his feet.
Tee is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T1#
Tee wants to stand but Simpson is controlling his posture from full guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#CL2#
Tee takes the fight into the clinch.
Tee gets underhooks to prevent Simpson's takedown attempt.
Tee stops a takedown attempt from Simpson.
#TD2#
Tee gets control of Simpson's arms and successfully pulls guard. Tee will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Simpson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Simpson postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Tee looking to hit a scissor sweep but Simpson is one step ahead there. #T2#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Tee holds on and takes a little breather.
Simpson with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Tee bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Simpson's guard. #REVB#
Tee preventing the sweep.
Simpson keeping full guard, as Tee tries to pass.
Tee is looking to work some ground and pound but Simpson has wrist control.#SUB2#
Tee drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Tee jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tee throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Simpson works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T3#
Simpson is controlling Tee's posture.
Simpson controls Tee momentarily but Tee frees himself.
Tee controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Simpson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tee is one step ahead there.
Simpson trying to control the position here.
Tee stopping the sweep attempt from Simpson.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Tee wants to stand but Simpson has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Simpson closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Tee to the mat! Tee manages to get full guard.
Simpson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Tee is controlling Simpson's posture.
Simpson keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Tee's head.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tee seems keen to control Simpson's posture.
Simpson with a flurry of punches that miss.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Boba Tee dominated that round.
That's time! Simpson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Simpson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Simpson seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Tee doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Simpson counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Tee thinking. #CL2#
Tee has closed the distance and engaged Simpson in a clinch.
Tee can't break the clinch.
#TD2#
Tee jumps into guard, dragging Simpson to the mat.
Simpson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Simpson postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Simpson connects with a couple of short punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simpson landing some decent shots from guard.
Tee looking to hit a scissor sweep but Simpson is one step ahead there.
Simpson connects with a couple of short punches.#T1#
Simpson throws a big elbow that misses.
Simpson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Tee trying to control the position.
Simpson throwing strikes but missing.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Tee can do anything to dispel that myth.
Simpson wants to control from the top but Tee keeps moving. #SUB2#
Simpson stands over his opponent and dives in with a flying punch! Tee throws up his legs and catches Simpson in a triangle! Oh this looks tight! Simpson tries to escape but he's forced to tap! Wow, fantastic work there by Tee! That came out of nowhere!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:51 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Boba Tee!
Sampson Simpson was interviewed post fight and said 'I can't believe it!'. |
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Event:
HC GRAP 19
Date: May 02, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Israel Adesanya! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 7 losses; Ty Wong!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Tiny Johnson and Frank Dennis.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Adesanya instigates a clinch.
Adesanya looking for a takedown.
Wong has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Adesanya avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Adesanya is pressed up against the cage. Wong has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Adesanya down to the mat. Adesanya avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL#
Adesanya has managed to clinch.
#TD#
Adesanya pulls Wong into guard.
Adesanya 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Adesanya will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Adesanya is adopting a defensive guard.#T1#
Wong wants to pass the guard but Adesanya is keeping the position.
Adesanya wants to sweep here but Wong controlling him for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wong pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Adesanya is keeping the position for now. #T2#
Adesanya is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Wong controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Adesanya 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.#T3#
Adesanya is trying to control the position but Wong postures up.
Wong preventing the sweep.
Adesanya wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Adesanya's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T4#
Adesanya looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wong forces his way into half guard.
Adesanya tries to roll over but Wong keeps him under control.
Adesanya is working hard here to advance position.
Wong stalling. #T5#
Adesanya controlling the position for now.
Adesanya is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Wong jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Adesanya (0) vs (3) Wong
Wong moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Adesanya tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T6#
Adesanya is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Wong's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Adesanya is looking to control Wong's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Adesanya avoid being mounted?
Adesanya has his hands clasped together around Wong's back. He's all about the action.#T7#
Wong performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Adesanya tries to roll over but Wong keeps him under control.
Wong is thwarting Adesanya's attempts to control the position.
Adesanya wants to get back to full guard.#T8#
Wong trying to control the pace.
Wong is thwarting Adesanya's attempts to control the position.
Adesanya tries to roll over but Wong keeps him under control.
Wong sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T9#
Wong prevents Adesanya from improving his position.
Wong with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Adesanya wants to get back to full guard but Wong has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Adesanya (0) vs (6) Wong
Wong staying calm.#T10#
Adesanya controls the position for a moment.
Adesanya looks to move to half guard but instead Wong has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Adesanya (0) vs (8) Wong#T11#
Adesanya wants to control but Wong is having none of it.
Adesanya is desperately trying to improve his position but Wong has a good base and remains in mount.
Wong wants to control the pace but Adesanya is squirming around nicely.
Wong content just to control the position here. #T12#
Adesanya can't escape the position.
Wong controlling from the full mount.
Adesanya is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at 4, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Adesanya is trying to escape the mount.
#T13#
Wong controlling from mount.
Adesanya is desperately trying to improve his position but Wong has a good base and remains in mount.#T14#
Adesanya tries to lock up and control but Wong gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Adesanya can't escape the position.
Wong looking to control but Adesanya is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Wong controlling the position easily from mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Adesanya tries to hold on but Wong postures up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wong wins on points by 8 to 0.
Ty Wong made sure to mention his sponsor, Hawaii Nutrition in his post fight interview.
Israel Adesanya spoke after the fight, saying 'Ya me conoces mantengo la misma energía. Estoy agradecido y orgulloso, pero sabes que la mierda pasa. Es una gran historia para él, pero no ha terminado, esto sigue siendo una guerra. Felicidades a él y a su equipo. Gracias a todos por venir, nos vemos la próxima vez, adiós.'. |
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Event:
HC GRAP 18
Date: Apr 25, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 6 losses; Ty Wong! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Yaroslav Amosov!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Frank Antenori and Jack Bonds.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Amosov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Amosov goes for a takedown attempt but Wong pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL2#
Amosov has managed to clinch.
Wong wants a takedown but no success here.
Amosov wants to take the fight to the mat but Wong manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Wong prevents the takedown attempt.
Ty Wong has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Yaroslav Amosov.
Amosov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Amosov is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Wong is defending well.#TD2#
Amosov is trying to trip Wong. He has hold of a leg but Wong is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Amosov persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Wong (0) vs (2) Amosov
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Amosov is fighting to break Wong's control of his arms but Wong is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Wong looking for a sweep. Not yet Wong, not yet. #T1#
Amosov is stalling in the full guard.
Let's hope that Amosov 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.
Wong managing to control the position. #T2#
Amosov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Wong swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Amosov sitting in guard here, content to control.
Wong managing to control the position. #T3#
Wong trying to control the position.
Amosov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Amosov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Wong controls Amosov momentarily but Amosov frees himself. #T4#
Wong being controlled here, momentarily. #T5#
Wong looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Amosov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Wong has Amosov pulled in close to control his posture. #T6#
Amosov is stalling in the full guard.
Wong is pulling down on Amosov's head to control his posture. #T7#
Amosov looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Wong is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T8#
Wong working a defensive guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T9#
Wong pulls Amosov in close to prevent any damage.
Wong looking to control.
Amosov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
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.#T10#
Wong is pulling down on Amosov's head to control his posture.
Amosov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T11#
Wong controls Amosov momentarily but Amosov frees himself.
Amosov sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T12#
Wong looking to control.
Amosov pushing down on Wong's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Amosov prevents Wong from improving his position.
Wong desperately trying to maintain half guard. #T13#
Wong trying to control from the bottom.
Amosov tries to pass to full mount but Wong defends it.
Amosov performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Wong keeping control of the position. #T14#
Amosov content to control rather than advance.
And that's the end of the fight!
Amosov wins on points by 2 to 0.
Our winner, Yaroslav Amosov, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 20, 2024 |
#R1#
Do Souza misses with a head kick.
Figueroa scores with a jab. Do Souza acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Do Souza tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Figueroa swivels and escapes.
Do Souza has his takedown stuffed#CL#
and Figueroa holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Figueroa lands a left hand that snaps the head of Do Souza backwards.
Do Souza is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Gustavo Figueroa has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anderson Do Souza.
Nice body punch from Figueroa - that landed with a thud.
Do Souza tries a body shot but Figueroa blocks it.
A left hand lands to the body for Figueroa.
Do Souza is looking for a takedown.
Figueroa lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Do Souza's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Figueroa lands a hook to the side of the head.
Do Souza tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Do Souza looks winded!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Do Souza is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Figueroa lands a hook to the side of the head.
Figueroa lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T1#
Do Souza's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Do Souza has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Figueroa avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
A short left from Figueroa.
Figueroa lands a hook that snaps the head of Do Souza backwards. #ROC#Do Souza is rocked!
A right hook to the body lands for Figueroa.
Do Souza is still on wobbly legs! Can Figueroa finish him?
Figueroa swings wildly with an uppercut but Do Souza uses good head movement to avoid it.
Do Souza blocking some punches.
Figueroa fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Do Souza blocks an uppercut.
Do Souza blocks an uppercut.
Figueroa throws a punch but it's blocked by Do Souza.
Figueroa swings wildly with an uppercut but Do Souza uses good head movement to avoid it.
Figueroa misses with a short punch on the inside.
Figueroa fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Figueroa fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Do Souza blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Figueroa misses with a hook from the clinch.
Figueroa swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Do Souza blocking some punches.
Figueroa swings wildly with an uppercut but Do Souza uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Do Souza blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Do Souza blocks an uppercut.
Do Souza seems to have recovered his senses.
Do Souza is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Figueroa lands a hook to the side of the head.
Do Souza wants a takedown but no success here.
Do Souza has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Figueroa throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Figueroa lands a big right hand that drops Do Souza! The killer instinct kicks in and Figueroa finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Figueroa!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gustavo Figueroa!
Gustavo Figueroa 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 18, 2024 |
#R1#
Arellano shoots for a double leg takedown but Tee sprawls well. He's pushed Arellano's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Tee changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Tee tries a low kick but Arellano avoids it.
Arellano shoots in for a takedown but Tee shows good takedown defense.
Arellano gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL2#
and Tee counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Tee.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Immanuel Arellano. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Tee breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2#
Arellano gets tackled into the cage by Tee. Tee maintains the clinch.
Tee keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Arellano's efforts to push away.#BC2#
Tee breaks the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Tee scores with a takedown into Arellano's guard.
Tee stays in close to Arellano's body and controls the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Arellano isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Tee stacks Arellano on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Tee!#T1#
Tee controls the position.
Tee in side control lands a decent elbow.
Arellano being controlled for a moment.
Arellano tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.
Tee postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Arellano looks a forlorn figure.
#T2#
Tee fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Tee looking to finish Arellano with some ground and pound. This is bad for Arellano!#SUB2#
Tee looking to isolate an arm here. Arellano doesn't see it coming and as Tee extends the arm, he's forced to tap out! Nice submission by Tee!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Boba Tee! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 17, 2024 |
#R1#
Elmars slips a jab from Figueroa.
Figueroa misses with a straight right.
Figueroa throws a hook to the side of Elmars's head but Elmars sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Elmars wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
A left lands for Figueroa.
Figueroa throws out a leg kick but Elmars moves out of range and Figueroa only half commits.
Figueroa moves into range and connects with a jab.
Figueroa cracks Elmars with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Elmars slips under a jab.
Elmars 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.
Figueroa misses with a combination
#CL#
and Elmars moves into the clinch.#TD#
Elmars has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Figueroa uses from the top position.
Elmars might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Figueroa would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #T1##SU2#
Figueroa decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Gustavo Figueroa is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Figueroa throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Elmars.
Elmars is looking to counter the offense by Figueroa and move into the clinch.
Figueroa scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Figueroa looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Elmars is looking to counter the offense by Figueroa and move into the clinch.
Elmars staying out of range there.
Elmars attempts a counter takedown but Figueroa avoids it well and moves away.
Figueroa misses with a wild combination.
Figueroa throws a body punch but Elmars moves out of range.
Jab, jab by Figueroa - just one landing.
Figueroa throws a half hearted mid kick.#T2#
Elmars drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Figueroa throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Figueroa feints and then cracks Elmars's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Elmars down.
Figueroa throws a hook to the side of Elmars's head but Elmars sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Elmars blocks a jab.
A big right from Figueroa misses.
Elmars appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Figueroa looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Figueroa throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Elmars bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Figueroa throws out a loose jab but Elmars uses good head movement to avoid it.
Figueroa throws a series of punches but Elmars avoids them all with ease.
Elmars tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Figueroa manages to circle out of the way.#T3#
Figueroa with a hook.
Figueroa is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Figueroa throws a jab but it's blocked by Elmars.
Elmars avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
As Figueroa tries to get set, Elmars tries to push him back and clinch up but Figueroa manages to avoid the attempt.
Figueroa throws a head kick but Elmars moves out of range.
Elmars tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Figueroa manages to circle out of the way.
Elmars keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Elmars seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Elmars takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Figueroa lands with a right hand.
Figueroa misses with a head kick.
Figueroa missing with a left hand there. Elmars was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Elmars drops down looking for a counter takedown but Figueroa sprawls and moves away.
Figueroa misses with a head kick.
#T4#
Figueroa will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A slow jab from Figueroa misses its intended target.
Elmars takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Figueroa tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Elmars was well out of range. Poor timing from Figueroa.
Elmars wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Figueroa looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Elmars is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Figueroa.
Elmars staying out of range there.
A telegraphed right hand from Figueroa misses the target.
Elmars seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Elmars steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Figueroa.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Figueroa misses with a kick to the body.
Elmars is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Figueroa.
Elmars moves out of range as Figueroa strikes.
Figueroa missing with a left hand there. Elmars was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
As Figueroa tries to get set, Elmars tries to push him back and clinch up but Figueroa manages to avoid the attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gustavo Figueroa dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
A head kick misses from Figueroa.
Elmars tries to counter by clinching up but Figueroa breaks away and moves out of range.
Figueroa throws a shot from downtown. Elmars moves away and avoids it.
Elmars half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Figueroa connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Figueroa fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Elmars on the side of the head.
Figueroa misses with a right hand #CL#
and Elmars counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #BC2#
Figueroa breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Figueroa throws a hook but Elmars avoids it easily.
Figueroa throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD#
and Elmars decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Figueroa's guard.
Figueroa being controlled here, momentarily.
Elmars trying to control the position from guard on top but Figueroa is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Elmars's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Elmars pushes down on Figueroa's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Figueroa tries to get to full guard but Elmars has control of the leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Elmars is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Elmars looking to control and managing it successfully. #T2#
Elmars's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Figueroa is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
#SUB#
Elmars is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Figueroa is surviving well by controlling Elmars's body position as best he can.
Figueroa wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
#T3#
Elmars tries to control but Figueroa wriggling away.
You get the feeling that Figueroa really doesn't like being in this position too much.
Figueroa has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Elmars takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Figueroa has given up his back. Will we see Elmars going for some submissions?
Figueroa can't escape the position.
#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Figueroa is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Elmars trying to control momentarily.
Elmars is really struggling to control Figueroa but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Figueroa is trying to stand back up.
Elmars trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Georgs Elmars dominated that second round.
That's time! Elmars's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Figueroa lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Figueroa missing with a left hand there. Elmars was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Elmars half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Elmars moves away from the strike by Figueroa.
As Figueroa tries to get set, Elmars tries to push him back and clinch up but Figueroa manages to avoid the attempt.
Elmars checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Elmars drops down looking for a counter takedown but Figueroa sprawls and moves away.
Elmars checks the leg kick.
Figueroa throws a shot from downtown. Elmars moves away and avoids it.
Elmars uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Figueroa.
Elmars seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Figueroa feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Elmarss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
A left lands for Figueroa.
Figueroa throws a series of punches but Elmars moves out of range.
Gustavo Figueroa seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
A punch combination from Figueroa misses.
As Figueroa tries to get set, Elmars tries to push him back and clinch up but Figueroa manages to avoid the attempt.
Figueroa ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Elmars moves away.
Figueroa walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Elmars checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Figueroa misses with a wild body shot.
Elmars attempts a counter takedown but Figueroa avoids it well and moves away.
Elmars checks a leg kick.
Elmars blocks a low kick nicely.
Elmars is looking to counter the offense by Figueroa and move into the clinch.
Figueroa misses the jab.
Figueroa misses with a low kick as Elmars jumps back.
Elmars appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Figueroa swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#CL#
and Elmars counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Elmars tries to pull guard but Figueroa holds him up against the cage and eventually Elmars drops back down to his feet.
Elmars tries to pull guard but Figueroa holds him up against the cage and eventually Elmars drops back down to his feet.
#T2#
Figueroa misses with a punch to the body.
A left hand lands to the body for Figueroa.
Figueroa has a couple of punches blocked by Elmars.
Figueroa can't find room to land a body shot as Elmars controls the action.
Figueroa misses with a hook from the clinch.
Elmars tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Figueroa just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Georgs Elmars. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Figueroa lands a body punch.
Elmars jumps guard but Figueroa turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Elmars is trying to pull guard but Figueroa turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Elmars is looking for a takedown.
A short right from Figueroa on the inside.
Elmars tries to pull guard but Figueroa won't allow it.
Figueroa lands a body punch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A short right from Figueroa on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Figueroa presses Elmars against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Figueroa misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Elmars tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Figueroa smiles and moves away.
Figueroa cracks a nice hook into Elmars's ribs.#T3#
Figueroa throws a looping overhand right but Elmars ducks down to avoid it.
Figueroa closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Figueroa misses with a looping left.
As Figueroa tries to get set, Elmars tries to push him back and clinch up but Figueroa manages to avoid the attempt.
A lazy left from Figueroa finds it's target.
Figueroa throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Elmars takes a kick to the side of the head.
Elmars on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T4#
Figueroa uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Figueroa 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.
A big left from Figueroa misses.
Elmars tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Figueroa manages to circle out of the way.
A big right from Figueroa misses.
Elmars feinted with 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!
Figueroa throws a head kick that misses.
Elmars checks a leg kick.
As Figueroa tries to get set, Elmars tries to push him back and clinch up but Figueroa manages to avoid the attempt.
Figueroa throws a shot from downtown. Elmars moves away and avoids it.
Figueroa looks to land a left hand but Elmars moved out of range nicely.
Elmars attempts a counter takedown but Figueroa avoids it well and moves away.
Figueroa waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Elmars.
Figueroa walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Elmars checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gustavo Figueroa comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Figueroa 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 26:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 26:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 26:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gustavo Figueroa!
Gustavo Figueroa decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
The defeated Georgs Elmars had this to say: 'Every fight, win or lose, is a valuable lesson. I want to thank my opponent for a tough battle and for pushing me to my limits.'. |
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Event:
HC GRAP 17
Date: Apr 16, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 5 losses; Hot Water! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 6 losses; Ty Wong!
The judges for this bout are Paul Gruel, Ryoma Takatsuka and Micheangelo Fripello.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Water gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Water wants a takedown.
Water is trying to drag Wong to the mat but Wong just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Water wants to take the fight to the mat but Wong manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hot Water. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Water is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Wong drops down looking for an ankle pick but Water pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL#
Water clinches with his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Water is working for takedown but Wong is calmly controlling the position for now.
Water has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Wong avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#T1#
Water is looking for a takedown.
Water changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Wong fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL#
Water moves into the clinch successfully.
Water tries to score a body lock takedown but Wong shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Water is looking to take this one to the mat.
Water tries for a takedown. No joy.
Wong gets underhooks to prevent Water's takedown attempt.
Water has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Wong after a bit of a struggle.
Water is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Wong pulls him back up using the underhooks. #T2#
Wong gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Water.
Water is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Wong gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Wong is trying to drag Water to the mat but Water just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Water can't get the takedown.
Water goes for a takedown in the clinch but Wong prevents it.
Water stops a takedown attempt from Wong.
Water wants a takedown.
Wong is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Water gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Water drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Water prevents a takedown attempt there.
#T3#
Water drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Wong gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Wong prevents a takedown attempt there.
Wong gets underhooks to prevent Water's takedown attempt.
Water is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Wong is defending well.
Wong drops down looking for an ankle pick but Water pulls his leg out and moves away.
Hot Water is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL#
Water closes the distance and pushes Wong back into the cage.#T4#
Water is working for takedown but Wong is calmly controlling the position for now.
Water looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Water drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Wong gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Water wants to take the fight to the mat but Wong manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Wong is trying to drag Water to the mat but Water just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Water changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Wong fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL#
Water has Wong up against the cage in a clinch.
#T5#
Water looking for a takedown.
Water changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Wong fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL#
Water rushes Wong and presses him up against the cage.#T6#
Water changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Wong fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Water tries to clinch but Wong moves out of range.
Wong drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Water defends it well.#CL#
Water clinches.
Water wants to take the fight to the mat but Wong manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Wong tries for a takedown but Water manages to get underhooks.
Water tries for a takedown. No joy.
Water is trying to drag Wong to the mat but Wong just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Water has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Wong after a bit of a struggle.
Water tries to score a body lock takedown but Wong shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#T7##TD2#
Wong turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Water (0) vs (4) Wong
Water seems a little lost for a moment, as Wong dominates the positioning.
Water is trying to control Wong's posture but Wong avoids it.
Wong in the domination position with Water hanging on.
Water is trying to improve his position.#T8#
Water is not content to let Wong control the position.
You can see the frustration on Water's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Wong tries to move into full mount but can't pass Water's legs. #T9#
Wong in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Wong trying to control the position but Water is working away.
Wong tries to move to mount but Water blocks the move with his legs. #T10#
Water looking for a sweep but Wong has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Water (0) vs (6) Wong
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Water is looking to improve his position but Wong isn't that keen on the idea.
Water tries to hold on but Wong postures up.
Wong content just to control the position here. #T11#
Water tries to lock up and control but Wong gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Water is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Wong content just to control the position here.
It looks like Wong might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T12#
Water tries to reverse the position but Wong maintains control.
Water sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Wong trying to pass the guard but Water defending well.
Water gets back to full guard.
#T13#
Wong is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Water is trying to keep Wong in close.
#T14#
Water pulls Wong in close to prevent any damage.
Wong 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!
Water not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wong wins on points by 6 to 0.
After the big win, Ty Wong made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Hawaii Nutrition and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 14, 2024 |
#R1#
Horn has his takedown stuffed#TD2#
and Figueroa counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Horn! #SU2#
Figueroa stands up and beckons Horn to his feet.
Horn dives in and grabs Figueroa's left leg, looking for a takedown. Figueroa pushes down on Horn's head and hops out.
Horn tries for a takedown but Figueroa sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alden Horn. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Figueroa dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The fighters circling - Figueroa throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Horn looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Figueroa throws a looping overhand right but Horn ducks down to avoid it.
Horn with a lazy takedown attempt #CL2#
and Figueroa moves into the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Figueroa.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Figueroa.
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!
Horn jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Figueroa walks away with a smile on his face. Horn gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Horn shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Figueroa has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.
Horn shoots in for a takedown but Figueroa shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Horn shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #TD2#
and Figueroa counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Horn is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Figueroa dives into side control.
#T1##REVR#
Horn on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Horn tries to get out of the position.#SU2#
Figueroa decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Gustavo Figueroa is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Figueroa with a hook.
Figueroa lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Horn backs up against the cage.
Horn pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Figueroa throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Horn stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Nice takedown defense from Figueroa. No joy for Horn on that attempt.
Horn shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Figueroa defends it nicely.
Horn checks the leg kick.
Figueroa's corner calls for a 1-2. Figueroa obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Figueroa paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#ROC2#Horn is rocked!#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
BOOM! Figueroa lands a beautiful left hook that drops Horn. Horn tries to recover but Figueroa is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and Horn lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gustavo Figueroa!
Gustavo Figueroa decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little. |
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Event:
BC FIGHT NIGHT 3
Date: Apr 10, 2024 |
#R1#
Beo misses with a double jab
letting Herbert Jr counter with a right hand.
Beo takes a shot right to the bread basket.#TD2#
Beo bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Herbert Jr is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Beo off and has taken his back!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Herbert Jr lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Herbert Jr is punishing Beo with some ground and pound.
Herbert Jr lands with a hammerfist to the side of Beo's head.
Can Beo hold on?! Herbert Jr is landing more strikes to his hapless foe.
Beo rolls, trying to escape but Herbert Jr keeps control of the position.
Herbert Jr wants to control but Beo is keeping busy.#T1##SUB#
Herbert Jr goes for a risky armbar from back mount and it's not paid off. Beo escapes and is now in half guard on top. #SUB2#
Beo is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Herbert Jr manages to get to full guard.
#SUB#
Beo is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Herbert Jr has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Beo is looking to defend but Herbert Jr has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Beo! Herbert Jr pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Beo taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Ethan Herbert Jr!
Boz Beo was interviewed post fight and said 'Fuck Off'. |
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Event:
HC MMA 8
Date: Apr 01, 2024 |
#R1##KD2#
Amosov lands a head kick that stumbles Wong and the fighters go to the mat. #ROC2#Wong is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Ty Wong has been cut.
Amosov tries to stand but Wong is controlling from the bottom.
Oh Wong is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Wong is controlling Amosov's posture.
Amosov tries to stand but Wong is controlling from the bottom.
Wong looking to control.
Wong seems to have got his legs back now.
Amosov wanted to stand there but Wong had control of the position.
Wong is controlling Amosov's posture.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Yaroslav Amosov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Amosov. Wong does a little dance to reset his feet.
Yaroslav Amosov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Amosov throws a shot from downtown. Wong moves away and avoids it.
Amosov lands a slapping body shot.
Nice shot lands for Amosov.#KD2#
Amosov connects with a vicious head kick that knocks Wong to the floor! Amosov dives in looking for the finish!
Wong's coaches at Special Ops N7 Training have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SU2#
Amosov decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet.
Amosov closes the distance and lands a crisp combination that knocks Wong out cold! Wong corner are devastated, head in hands behind our commentary position. Poor guys.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Yaroslav Amosov!
After winning the bout, Yaroslav Amosov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 28, 2021 |
#R1#
Ramrod misses with a takedown attempt - Xxx sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Xxx is looking to counter with a body kick.
Xxx displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Ramrod.
Xxx looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.#TD2#
Ramrod feints and as Xxx raises his hands in defense, Ramrod changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Ramrod should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Xxx is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Ramrod is controlling him.
Ramrod pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Xxx is keeping the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Xxx not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Xxx can't keep his opponent in guard - Ramrod advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T1#
Xxx is looking to control Ramrod's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Xxx avoid being mounted?
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ramrod wants to free his trapped foot but Xxx is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Xxx trying to control but Ramrod postures up.
Ramrod trying to mount his opponent but Xxx defends it.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Ramrod uses his free foot to push down on Xxx's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Xxx.
Ramrod pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
#T3##SUB2#
Ramrod jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Xxx is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Xxx and Ramrod has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Ramrod advances nicely into full mount. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Ramrod is trying to take his opponent's back.
Ramrod moves to the back position. #SUB2#
Ramrod is persistently looking for the submission but Xxx is defending it well.
Xxx is really stuck here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Ramrod is working for the choke. I would put my money on him to finish from this position. He's rolled onto his back and has dragged Xxx with him. Xxx is trying to defend but Ramrod has an arm under the chin now! Xxx grimaces and is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Boby Ramrod!
A determined Boby Ramrod didn't want to dwell on this fight in his post fight interview. Instead he was more keen to state he wants a title shot. Let's see if he gets it! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 25, 2021 |
#R1##TD#
Silva decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Oki tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Silva manages to move to mount!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Oki is looking to improve his position but Silva isn't that keen on the idea.
Silva tries to push Oki's head away but Oki is holding on tight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silva prevents Oki from getting the reversal.#T1#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Oki holds on to Silva as tight as he can, avoiding damage.
Silva tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Silva's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T2#
Silva prevents Oki from getting the reversal.
Oki is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
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.
Oki keeps trying to improve his position.
Oki wants to hold on but Silva pushes him away.#T3#
Silva sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Oki is looking to improve his position but Silva isn't that keen on the idea.
Silva looking to control and managing it successfully.
Oki can't escape the position.
#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.
Oki tries to lock up and control but Silva gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Oki is trying to escape the mount.
Silva controlling the pace for now.
Oki is in all sorts of trouble here.
Oki looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Oki tries to lock up and control but Silva gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Oki is in all sorts of trouble here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kron Silva dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##TD#
Silva closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Silva takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Oki is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Silva is pressing down on Oki's thigh, looking to free his foot. Oki is holding on for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oki is trying to stand up here but Silva is controlling him well.
Silva controlling the action here.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#T1#
Oki is pressing down on Silva's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Kron Silva overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Silva preventing the sweep. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Oki fails to land with a series of punches.
#TD#
Oki gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Oki looking to control.
Oki seems keen to control Silva's posture.#T2#
Oki looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Silva content to stall in guard here.
Oki looking to control.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#T3##REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Oki lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Oki dodges the punch combination from Silva.
Oki throws a front kick aimed at Silva's knee but Silva avoids it well.
Silva avoids the body shot from Oki.
Oki swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Silva.
Oki throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Silva tries to counter with a takedown but Oki is quick to defend against it.#TD#
Silva shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Silva was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Oki is looking for a sweep.#T4#
Oki seems a little lost for a moment, as Silva dominates the positioning.
Oki tries to improve position but can't.
Oki seems a little lost for a moment, as Silva dominates the positioning.
Oki is looking for a sweep.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Silva controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Silva fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Oki to the ground. Silva is now in Oki's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Silva looking to pass the guard.
Oki has his hands on Silva's head, controlling the position.
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 Kron Silva will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3##TD#
Oki gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Silva to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Silva controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Oki looking to hit a scissor sweep but Silva is one step ahead there. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oki is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Silva dives into side control.
Oki is letting Silva control him for a moment.
Oki is looking to reverse the position.
Silva staying calm.
Oki wants to control but Silva postures up.
Hakeem Oki has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Oki is trying to get back to half guard.
Silva controlling the position.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Oki is looking to reverse the position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Silva is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Oki can do to turn this around?#T3#
Oki swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#TD#
Silva closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Oki did well to prevent Silva getting side control.
Oki wants to control but Silva is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Oki actively working from the bottom here.
Silva wants to pass to mount but Oki is defending the position.
Oki is in trouble now - Silva has advanced to mount! #T4#
Silva looking to control and managing it successfully.
Oki is looking to improve his position but Silva isn't that keen on the idea.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Oki prevents Silva from taking his back.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kron Silva showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Silva, 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 Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:28
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kron Silva!
A less than humble Kron Silva misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 22, 2021 |
#R1##TD2#
Ramrod shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Ramrod showed some decent athleticism there.
Salvacion trying to control from the bottom.
Ramrod is pressing down on Salvacion's thigh, looking to free his foot. Salvacion is holding on for now.
Ramrod is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! #SUB2#
Ramrod has control of Salvacion's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Salvacion regains control of the situation pretty easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ramrod wants to take his opponent's back but Salvacion doesn't allow it. #T1##SUB2#
Ramrod goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Salvacion turns into him and now he's in Ramrod's guard.
Ramrod manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Salvacion manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Ramrod pushing down on Salvacion's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Ramrod is looking to advance position but Salvacion won't allow it. #T2#
Salvacion trying to control here.
Salvacion on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Salvacion tries to get out of the position.
Salvacion moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Ramrod looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Salvacion is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ramrod wants to pass the guard but Salvacion is keeping the position.
Salvacion is trying to keep Ramrod in close.
Salvacion will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Ramrod trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Salvacion slaps away a takedown attempt from Ramrod, before circling back to the center of the mat.#TD#
Salvacion scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Ramrod is looking for a sweep.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ramrod is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Ramrod tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Salvacion wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Ramrod wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Boby Ramrod dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Ramrod shoots in for a takedown but Salvacion shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Salvacion thinks about countering with a body kick.
Ramrod misses with a takedown attempt
and Salvacion counters with a head kick. That will keep Ramrod thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks! #TD2#
Ramrod looking to score a takedown here. Salvacion is defending well but Ramrod drives through and ends up in Salvacion's guard.
Ramrod slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Ramrod should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Salvacion gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Salvacion prevents Ramrod from taking his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ramrod avoids the attempt from Salvacion to control.
Ramrod seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Salvacion is holding on tight.
#T1##SUB2#
Ramrod is working for a guillotine from mount but Salvacion frees his head quite easily.
#SUB2#
Ramrod is working for a guillotine from mount but Salvacion frees his head quite easily.
Ramrod has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ramrod pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Ramrod looking to take Salvacion's back but Salvacion rolls and after a scramble, Salvacion ends up on top in guard. Nice escape there from Salvacion to escape a tricky position.
Ramrod looking to hit a scissor sweep but Salvacion is one step ahead there.
Ramrod keeping moving, preventing Salvacion from controlling successfully.
Ramrod wants to stand but Salvacion is controlling the position. #SUB2#
Ramrod is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T3##SUB2#
Ramrod escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Salvacion gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Ramrod lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Salvacion is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Salvacion keeping full guard, as Ramrod tries to pass.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Salvacion looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ramrod is one step ahead there. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Salvacion is trying to control the position but Ramrod postures up.
Ramrod is looking to pass into half guard but Salvacion pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Salvacion is in guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Ramrod is looking for a triangle but Salvacion pushes his legs off easily.
Ramrod tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Boby Ramrod 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. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Ramrod looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Salvacion fires out a quick counter leg kick but Ramrod just manages to avoid it.
Ramrod misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
It appears Salvacion was looking to counter with a kick there.
Ramrod darts in looking for a takedown but Salvacion gets double underhooks and turns Ramrod into the cage.
Alicia Salvacion has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Boby Ramrod.
Salvacion stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Salvacion wants it to stay on the feet.#TD#
Salvacion fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Ramrod sprawls well initially but Salvacion persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Salvacion is keen to just control but Ramrod is a slippery customer.
Ramrod is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Salvacion is trying to control the action in half guard but Ramrod is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ramrod is trying to stand.
Ramrod takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Ramrod is not content to let Salvacion control the position.
Ramrod is trying to get back to full guard.
Ramrod slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
Ramrod is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Salvacion trying to control but Ramrod is working from the bottom.
Salvacion stopping the sweep attempt from Ramrod.
Salvacion trying to control the position from guard on top but Ramrod is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Salvacion is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Ramrod shoots for a double leg takedown but Salvacion sprawls well. He's pushed Ramrod's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Salvacion changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Ramrod has his takedown stuffed
and Salvacion counters with a solid body kick.
Ramrod gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Salvacion counters with a nice body kick.
Ramrod dives in and grabs Salvacion's left leg, looking for a takedown. Salvacion pushes down on Ramrod's head and hops out.
Salvacion shoots in but no luck this time.
Ramrod tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Ramrod stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Ramrod wants it to stay on the feet.
Salvacion looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Ramrod is fending him off so far but Salvacion persists. Nope, Ramrod circles away and we're back to standing.#TD#
Salvacion shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Salvacion wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ramrod keeps working. #T3#
Ramrod is trying to get back to full guard.
Salvacion is taking a breather. Ramrod 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.
Salvacion is trying to control. Ramrod wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Ramrod is looking to improve his position.
Ramrod is pressing down on Salvacion's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Salvacion wants to control from the top but Ramrod keeps moving. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Ramrod looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Ramrod wants to sweep but no luck.
Salvacion trying to control the position from guard on top but Ramrod is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ramrod looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ramrod working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Salvacion.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Boby Ramrod has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Ramrod is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Salvacion defends well.
Alicia Salvacion has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ramrod has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Salvacion has passed into side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Salvacion thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
And that's the end of the fight!
Alicia Salvacion showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Ramrod 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 Wesley Smith scores the fight 28:29
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 28:29
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Boby Ramrod!
Boby Ramrod got down on his knees post fight and begged the management for a title shot. 'Please, I want that title shot so bad! Give it to me!' |
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