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Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary
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Event:
Pitbull XLIV
Date: May 11, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 1 losses; Brady Swayde! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 6 losses; Jung Yu Sin!
The judges for this bout are Anthony Taglia, David Schapiro and Eddie Farnsworth.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Swayde fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#TD#
Swayde shoots in and bounces Yu Sin off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Swayde (2) vs (0) Yu Sin
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Yu Sin is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Swayde (2) vs (2) Yu Sin#SUB2#
Yu Sin is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Swayde is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Swayde has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Swayde (4) vs (2) Yu Sin#SUB2#
Yu Sin has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Swayde is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Yu Sin. Score +3 for passing guard: Swayde (7) vs (2) Yu Sin
Swayde definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yu Sin is trying to get back to half guard.
Yu Sin is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T1#
Yu Sin looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Yu Sin tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Swayde presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Swayde (9) vs (2) Yu Sin
Yu Sin really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Yu Sin keeps trying to improve his position.
Yu Sin regains half guard.
Swayde is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Yu Sin is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
Swayde controlling the pace.
Yu Sin wants to get back to full guard.
Swayde controlling the action here.
Yu Sin is trying to get back to full guard.#T3#
Yu Sin works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Yu Sin working for submissions but it's allowed Swayde to get to half guard.
Swayde not doing much here.
Yu Sin wants to get back to full guard but Swayde has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Swayde (12) vs (2) Yu Sin
Yu Sin is trying to work for a sweep but Swayde has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Swayde (14) vs (2) Yu Sin#T4#
Yu Sin is working to get back to half guard.
Swayde is looking to work his way around to Yu Sin's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Yu Sin is looking to improve his position but Swayde isn't that keen on the idea.
Yu Sin gets back to half guard.
Yu Sin is looking for a sweep. Swayde is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Swayde content to control rather than advance. #T5##SUB2#
Yu Sin is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Swayde pulls his head out easily.
Yu Sin wants to get back to full guard.
Yu Sin is still trying to improve position.
Swayde sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Yu Sin wants to get back to full guard.#T6#
Yu Sin is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Swayde's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Swayde's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Swayde (14) vs (6) Yu Sin
Swayde just trying to survive but Yu Sin is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Swayde turns into Yu Sin and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Swayde (16) vs (6) Yu Sin#SUB2#
Yu Sin looking for a guillotine here but Swayde defends easily.
Yu Sin looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Swayde looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Yu Sin looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Swayde is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T7#
Yu Sin looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Swayde trying to control but Yu Sin is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Yu Sin isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Swayde stacks Yu Sin 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 Swayde! Score +3 for passing guard: Swayde (19) vs (6) Yu Sin
Yu Sin is looking for a sweep.
Swayde 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 Yu Sin's shoulder. That is not cool.
Yu Sin is looking to regain half guard here but Swayde keeps moving and retains side control. #T8#
Yu Sin manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Yu Sin wants to improve his position but Swayde is controlling well.
Swayde controlling the pace.
Yu Sin wants to get back to full guard.
Yu Sin is looking to get back to full guard here but Swayde has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Swayde (22) vs (6) Yu Sin
Yu Sin is looking for a sweep.
Yu Sin is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Swayde is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Swayde (24) vs (6) Yu Sin
Yu Sin is looking to improve his position but Swayde isn't that keen on the idea.#T9#
Swayde controlling from the full mount.
Swayde seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Yu Sin for as long as he can get away with.
Yu Sin is in all sorts of trouble here.
Swayde sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Yu Sin is looking to get to half guard.#T10#
Swayde tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Yu Sin is looking to get to half guard.
Yu Sin bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Swayde (24) vs (8) Yu Sin
Swayde wants to sweep here but Yu Sin controlling him for the moment.
Yu Sin passes Swayde's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Yu Sin wants to free his trapped foot but Swayde is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T11#
Swayde desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Swayde trying to control from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Yu Sin is looking to pass Swayde's guard but actually Swayde recovers to full guard.
Swayde pulls Yu Sin in close to prevent any damage.
Yu Sin looking to pass the guard.
Yu Sin sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Swayde's guard. #T12##SUB2#
Yu Sin is trying a forearm choke� I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Yu Sin trying to advance position but Swayde counters by regaining guard.
Swayde manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Yu Sin manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Swayde (26) vs (8) Yu Sin
Swayde engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Swayde preventing the sweep.
Swayde is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Yu Sin is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T13#
Swayde sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Swayde trying to control but Yu Sin is working from the bottom.
Yu Sin wants to hit a sweep here but Swayde passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Yu Sin there! Score +3 for passing guard: Swayde (29) vs (8) Yu Sin
Swayde takes Yu Sin's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Yu Sin is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Swayde (32) vs (8) Yu Sin#T14#
Yu Sin breaks Swayde's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Swayde (32) vs (10) Yu Sin
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Swayde is pulling down on Yu Sin's head. It's preventing any offense from Yu Sin, at least for the moment.#SUB2#
Yu Sin drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Swayde manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Yu Sin has Swayde in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Swayde (34) vs (10) Yu Sin
Swayde content to stall in guard here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Yu Sin looking to hit a scissor sweep but Swayde is one step ahead there.
And that's the end of the fight!
Swayde takes the fight on points by 34 to 10.
An out of breath Brady Swayde thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
Pitbull XLIII
Date: May 04, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Ji Hun Wee! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Jadon Khan!
The judges for this bout are Jonathan Paton, Anthony Taglia and Steve Montenegro.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Khan closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Wee to the mat! Wee manages to get full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Wee (0) vs (2) Khan
Khan stopping the sweep attempt from Wee.
Wee keeping moving, preventing Khan from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Wee is looking for a triangle but Khan pushes his legs off easily.
Khan stopping the sweep attempt from Wee.#SUB#
Wee is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Khan defends well.
Khan preventing the sweep.
Wee definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Khan trying to control the position from guard on top but Wee is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wee tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Wee is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wee (2) vs (2) Khan#T1##SUB#
Wee is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Wee is looking to advance position but Khan won't allow it.
Khan trying to hold on to Wee's head to control him but Wee postures up.
#SUB#
Wee is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Khan has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Wee is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Khan is looking to improve his position.
#T2#
Wee tries to pass the half guard into mount. Khan knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Wee working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Khan's thigh. Khan counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Wee pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Khan is keeping the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wee is pushing down on Khan's leg trying to pass to half guard. Khan is fighting to maintain full guard but Wee has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Wee is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Wee is trying to work for a kimura but Khan is defending well.
Khan is looking to improve his position.
#T3#
Khan is still trying to improve position.
Khan keeps trying to improve his position.
Wee works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Wee (5) vs (2) Khan
Khan is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Wee fails to advance to Khan's back.
Khan working to try and regain half guard.
#T4#
Wee moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Wee (8) vs (2) Khan#SUB#
Wee is looking for the choke from the back position but Khan is controlling his hands well. #SUB#
Wee working for a choke but Khan is defending well. #SUB#
Khan is in a bad position with Wee working for a choke. Khan manages to spin nicely into guard and the danger is over for the moment. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wee (8) vs (4) Khan
Khan won't allow Wee to sweep him here.
Khan stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Wee swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Wee might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T5##SUB2#
Khan drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Khan jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Khan trying to control the position from guard on top but Wee is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Khan stands and throws Wee's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Wee (8) vs (7) Khan
Wee is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Khan seems to be looking for submissions.
Wee gets full guard.
Wee wants to improve his position but instead Khan has moved into half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Wee manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Wee working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Khan doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Wee is tightening it up a little... Khan has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Khan reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Khan taps out! Nice BJJ there by Wee!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Ji Hun Wee!
Ji Hun Wee decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Pitbull XLII
Date: Apr 30, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 1 losses; Brady Swayde! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Allen Wake!
The judges for this bout are Steve Montenegro, Bruno Lombardi and Eddie Farnsworth.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Wake feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Swayde (0) vs (2) Wake
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wake tries to free his leg and advance position but Swayde is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Wake is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Swayde is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Swayde has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Swayde (2) vs (2) Wake
Wake has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Primal. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Swayde won't allow Wake to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Wake is looking for a triangle but Swayde pushes his legs off easily.
Wake is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Wake has an active guard here but Swayde has managed to pass into half guard.
Swayde passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Swayde (5) vs (2) Wake#T1#
Wake is working to get back to half guard.
Wake wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Swayde (8) vs (2) Wake
Wake is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Wake wants to escape the position.
Swayde is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Wake is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Swayde off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Wake can't escape the position.
Wake is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
#T2#
Wake trying to control the hands but Swayde breaks the grip.
Swayde seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Wake can't escape the position.
Wake keeps trying to improve his position.#T3#
Swayde just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Wake is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Wake is still trying to improve position.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Swayde controlling the positon.
I really don't envy Wake right now.
#T4#
Swayde controls the action.
Wake rolls, trying to escape but Swayde keeps control of the position.
#SUB#
Swayde is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Wake has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Swayde controlling the positon.
Wake is in bad spot here.
Swayde has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Wake's body.
Swayde has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T5#
Swayde has the hooks in. Wake is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
What can Wake do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Wake prevents Swayde from getting a body triangle.#T6#
Wake trying to control but not successfully.
Wake tries to escape but Swayde has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Good control from Swayde.
Wake is trying to break free.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Swayde controlling the positon.
Swayde'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.
Wake tries to escape the position.
#T7#
Wake is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Swayde.
Wake is trying to break free.
What can Wake do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Swayde has the hooks in. Wake is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Swayde just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T8#
Wake tries to escape the position.
Swayde controls the action.
Wake is in bad spot here.
I would not like to be Wake right now.
Wake wants to escape the position.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Swayde controlling the positon.#T9##SUB#
Wake is trying to defend against the choke here but Swayde has an arm under his chin. This one might not last much longer. Swayde Tightens the hold and Wake taps out furiously! Swayde displays superior BJJ to win the fight.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Brady Swayde!
Our winner, Brady Swayde, 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:
CJ x PW Testers: 1
Date: Apr 30, 2025 |
#R1#
Bradford thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bradford thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bray connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Asher Bradford has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jab by Bray.
Bray bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bradford ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
The crowd cheers as Bray lands an impressive looking overhand right. Bradford doesn't seem phased though.
Bray throws a hook but Bradford blocks it.
Bray defending well as Bradford loads up on a big left hand.
Bradford cracks Bray with an open hand slap.
Nice body punch from Bray.
A slow jab from Bray misses its intended target.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bray swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bradford throwing a counter right hand but Bray manages to avoid it.
Bradford throws a hook to the side of Bray's head but Bray sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bray throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T1#
Bradford takes a swing at Bray's ribcage but misses.
A nice side step and Bray releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Bradford takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Bray slips under a jab.
Bradford swings for the body but Bray moves out of range.
Bray throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Bradford to counter with a crisp jab.
Bray throws a body punch but Bradford moves out of range.
Bradford ducks under a wild hook from Bray.
Bradford ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bray moves away.
A lazy left from Bradford finds it's target.
Bray looks to land a right hand but Bradford moved out of range.
A swing and a miss from Bradford.
Bray doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Bray defending well as Bradford loads up on a big left hand.
Asher Bradford is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
A big right from Bradford misses.
Bray looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bradford cracks Bray with a good jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bradford scores with a crisp jab that stopped Bray in his tracks.
Bray uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bradford.
Bradford fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Bray on the side of the head.
Bradford looks to throw the jab but Bray is out of range.
A nice side step and Bray releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Bray throws the left hand but Bradford avoids the punch easily.
Bray cracks a nice hook into Bradford's ribs.
Bradford scores with a jab to the body.
Bradford works the jab nicely.
Bray works the jab nicely.
Bradford looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Ray Bray has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bray thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bradford was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
And that's the end of the fight!
Asher Bradford showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bradford 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 1 round of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight for Asher Bradford!
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight for Asher Bradford!
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight for Asher Bradford!
Asher Bradford wins by unanimous decision!
After winning the bout, Asher Bradford 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:
Pitbull XLI
Date: Apr 27, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 6 losses; Yuki Shimada! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 5 losses; Jung Yu Sin!
The judges for this bout are John Kavanagh, Franklyn Lucas and Anthony Taglia.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Shimada scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Shimada (4) vs (0) Yu Sin
Yu Sin is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Yu Sin manages to work his way to half guard, despite Shimada's best efforts.
Yu Sin moves into full guard.
Yu Sin looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Yu Sin looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Shimada puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Yu Sin tries to get to full guard but Shimada has control of the leg.
Yu Sin has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Primal. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Shimada is keen to just control but Yu Sin is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Yu Sin actively working from the bottom here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Shimada maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Yu Sin could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Shimada has cracked it and Yu Sin is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Shimada!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Yuki Shimada! |
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Event:
Pitbull XLI
Date: Apr 27, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Niko Christian! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Ji Hun Wee!
The judges for this bout are Jorge Garcia, John Roberts and Columbo Gatti.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Wee feints and as Christian raises his hands in defense, Wee changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Christian (0) vs (2) Wee
Wee forces his way into half guard.
Christian won't allow Wee to pass to mount. #SUB#
Christian looking for submissions off his back.
Wee has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Primal. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Wee wants to pass to mount but Christian is defending the position.
Christian's coaches at ABC Submissions and GNP 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.
Wee works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Christian (0) vs (5) Wee
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wee prevents Christian from getting the reversal.#SUB2#
Wee is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Christian to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Christian shrugs it off. #SUB2#
Wee wants to finish this one by submission but Christian is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Wee. #T1#
Christian bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Christian (2) vs (5) Wee
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Christian passes Wee's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Wee trying to hold on to Christian's head to control him but Christian postures up.
Wee is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Christian wants to work for an arm triangle but Wee is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Christian is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Wee is not content to let Christian control the position.#SUB2#
Wee looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Christian is looking for a kimura here.
#T2#
Wee tries to roll over but Christian keeps him under control.#SUB#
Christian is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Christian is looking for a kimura here.
Christian trying to pass the guard but Wee defending well.
Wee is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Wee actively working from the bottom here.
Christian passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Christian (5) vs (5) Wee
Wee tries to lock up and control but Christian gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T3#
Christian controlling the pace for now.
Wee tries to reverse the position but Christian maintains control.
Christian trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Wee is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Wee is squirming around, avoiding Christian's attempts to control the action.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wee keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#SUB#
Wee defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Christian.
Wee is squirming around, avoiding Christian's attempts to control the action.
Wee is looking to improve his position but Christian isn't that keen on the idea.#T4##SUB#
Christian looking to secure an arm triangle but Wee defends it well.
Wee is looking to get to half guard.
Wee regains half guard.
Wee tries to roll over but Christian keeps him under control.#SUB#
Christian is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Christian is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Wee doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Christian.
Wee wants to get back to full guard.#T5#
Wee moves into full guard.
Christian preventing the sweep.
Christian slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Wee working a defensive guard here.
#SUB2#
Wee has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Christian can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Christian passes into half guard.
Wee wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Christian is working for a submission of some sort.
Wee tries to get to full guard but Christian has control of the leg. #T6#
Wee is still trying to improve position.
Wee gets back to full guard.
#SUB#
Christian is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Christian engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB2#
Wee looking for a guillotine here but Christian defends easily.
Christian trying to control the position from guard on top but Wee is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wee looking for a sweep. Not yet Wee, not yet. #T7#
Christian trying to control the position from guard on top but Wee is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Wee has his foot on Christian's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Christian works his way back into a safe position though.
Wee wants to sweep but no luck.
Wee looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Christian puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Christian prevents Wee from improving his position.#SUB#
Christian seems to be working for a kimura but Wee defends the submission attempt.
Christian is controlling the pace.
Wee is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Christian seems to be working for a kimura but Wee defends the submission attempt.#T8##SUB#
Christian is trying a forearm choke� I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Christian is looking for a kimura but Wee is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Christian to get the leverage.
Wee is looking for a sweep. Christian is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Wee gets full guard.
Wee wants to sweep but no luck.
Wee keeping full guard, as Christian tries to pass.
Christian content to stall in guard here.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Wee is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Christian (5) vs (7) Wee#T9##SUB2#
Wee drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Wee jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Wee passes into half guard.
Wee is pressing down on Christian's thigh, looking to free his foot. Christian is holding on for now. #SUB#
Christian looking for submissions off his back.
Christian wants to control but Wee is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Christian actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Wee is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Christian defends it well. #T10#
Christian is trying to maintain the position but Wee is very close to passing his half guard.
Wee is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Christian (5) vs (10) Wee#SUB2#
Christian defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Wee.
Wee prevents Christian from getting the reversal.#SUB2#
Wee is working for a guillotine from mount but Christian frees his head quite easily.
#SUB2#
Wee is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Christian is surviving well by controlling Wee's body position as best he can.
Christian keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T11#
Christian is trying to escape the mount but Wee keeps good control and instead manages to take Christian's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Christian (5) vs (13) Wee
Christian tries to escape the position.
#SUB2#
Wee goes for a risky armbar from back mount and it's not paid off. Christian escapes and is now in half guard on top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Christian (7) vs (13) Wee#SUB#
Christian seems to be looking for submissions.
Wee tries to roll over but Christian keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Wee looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T12#
Wee is staying active underneath Christian, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Wee tries to get to full guard but Christian has control of the leg.
Wee moves into full guard.
Wee looking for a sweep. Not yet Wee, not yet. #SUB#
Christian drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Christian jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Wee is looking for a triangle but Christian pushes his legs off easily.
Christian wants to pass the guard but Wee is keeping the position.
Wee 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.
Christian pushes down on Wee's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Wee moves into full guard.
#T13#
Wee looking for a sweep. Not yet Wee, not yet.
Wee looks winded!
Christian trying to control but Wee is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Christian drops back looking for a leg! Wee is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Wee manages to kick Christian off! Christian jumps back into Wee's guard.
Wee 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.#SUB2#
Wee working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Christian doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Christian manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Christian drops back looking for a leg! Wee is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Wee manages to kick Christian off! Christian jumps back into Wee's guard.
Wee looking to hit a scissor sweep but Christian is one step ahead there. #T14#
Wee keeping full guard, as Christian tries to pass.
Wee looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Wee working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Christian doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Christian manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Christian trying to control the position from guard on top but Wee is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wee looking for a sweep. Not yet Wee, not yet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Christian trying to control but Wee is working from the bottom.
Christian passes into half guard. #SUB#
Christian is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Wee defends it well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wee wins on points by 13 to 7.
A very excited looking Ji Hun Wee made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
Pitbull XLI
Date: Apr 27, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 2 losses; Aydin Wolfe! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Sparbot One!
The judges for this bout are Eddie Farnsworth, Joseph Jones and Steve Montenegro.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Wolfe drives through and clinches with One against the cage.
#TD2#
One ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. One no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB2#
One looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
One is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Wolfe is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Wolfe 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.#SUB2#
One has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Wolfe can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
One is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Wolfe defends well.#T1#
One looking to control but Wolfe passes into half guard.
Wolfe trying to control the pace.
One is looking for a sweep. Wolfe is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB2#
One looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Wolfe stalling.
Wolfe'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#
Further stalling from Wolfe.
One wants to improve his position but Wolfe is controlling well.
#SUB2#
One looking for submissions off his back.
Wolfe with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
One tries to get to full guard but Wolfe has control of the leg. #SUB2#
One looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
One wants to get back to full guard but Wolfe has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Wolfe (3) vs (0) One#T3#
One is trying to escape the position but Wolfe is controlling the position.
One is trying to control Wolfe's posture but Wolfe avoids it.
One is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Wolfe is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt One will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T4#
One is looking for a sweep.
Wolfe happy to just control the position for now.
One is looking to regain half guard here but Wolfe keeps moving and retains side control.
Wolfe advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Wolfe (5) vs (0) One
One tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Wolfe content just to control the position here.
One is controlling an arm, preventing Wolfe from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Wolfe controlling his opponent.
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Wolfe is stinking the place up with his stalling.#T5#
One wants to control but Wolfe is having none of it.
One really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Wolfe controlling the position easily from mount.
One is looking to get to half guard.
Wolfe sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T6#
One has given up his back here. Will Wolfe look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Wolfe (8) vs (0) One
What can One do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
One is trying to break free.
Wolfe keeps control of the position easily here as One tries to buck him off.
One trying to control the position but Wolfe manages to sink in the hooks.
Wolfe just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T7#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Wolfe.
One is really stuck here.
Wolfe has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of One's body.
#T8#
Wolfe has the hooks in. One is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Wolfe is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
You can see the frustration on One's face� He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
One is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Wolfe continues to stall.
One trying to control the position but Wolfe manages to sink in the hooks.
One tries to escape but Wolfe has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T9#
Wolfe is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
One is trying to break free.
I would not like to be One right now.
You can see the frustration on One's face� He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
One just trying to survive but Wolfe is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #T10#
Wolfe keeps control of the position as One tries to break free.
One keeps trying to improve his position.
Wolfe is trying to stick to One's back but One is turning into Wolfe. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Wolfe's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by One. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wolfe (8) vs (2) One#SUB#
Wolfe throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
One tries to free his leg and advance position but Wolfe is retaining full guard.
Wolfe 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.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Wolfe is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wolfe (10) vs (2) One
Wolfe slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T11#
Wolfe stopping the sweep attempt from One.#SUB2#
One throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Wolfe escapes and throws One's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Wolfe (13) vs (2) One
One is letting Wolfe control him for a moment.
One is looking to reverse the position.
One stops Wolfe from passing to mount.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#T12#
One wants to control but Wolfe postures up.
Wolfe happy to just control the position for now.
Wolfe working away.
Wolfe controlling from side mount.
One tries to buck Wolfe off but Wolfe is having none of it.#T13#
Wolfe slows the pace down.
One is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
You can see the frustration on One's face as Wolfe controls the position.
One gets back to half guard.
Wolfe stalling. #T14##SUB2#
One looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Wolfe tries to pass the half guard into mount. One knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
One actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
One looking for subs from the bottom but Wolfe mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Wolfe (16) vs (2) One
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wolfe controlling from the full mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wolfe takes the fight on points by 16 to 2.
Aydin Wolfe thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Pitbull XL
Date: Apr 24, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Titus Roux! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Allen Wake!
The judges for this bout are Reed Andrews, Joseph Jones and Franklyn Lucas.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Wake looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Roux is fending him off so far but Wake persists. Nope, Roux circles away and we're back to standing.
Wake will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Wake shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Roux defends it nicely.
Roux attempts a counter takedown but Wake avoids it well and moves away.
Titus Roux has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Allen Wake.
Wake closes this distance looking for a takedown but Roux circles away.
Roux half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Allen Wake seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Roux closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Roux (4) vs (0) Wake
Roux wants to control but Wake is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Roux looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Roux looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wake is trying to get back to half guard.#T1##SUB#
Roux looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Wake can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Roux is trying to get an arm triangle but Wake is defending well.
Wake tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Roux looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Roux advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Roux (6) vs (0) Wake
Roux prevents Wake from getting the reversal.
Wake is still trying to improve position.#T2#
Wake is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Wake can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Roux working for a submission but Wake is keeping him at bay.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Wake really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Wake really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Roux. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Wake bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Roux (6) vs (2) Wake#SUB#
Roux has his foot on Wake's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Wake works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Wake is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Roux is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Roux has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Roux (8) vs (2) Wake
Wake looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Roux passes into half guard. #T3#
Wake tries to get to full guard but Roux has control of the leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wake gets full guard.
Roux wants to control from the top but Wake keeps moving.
Roux works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Roux wants to take a breather but Wake is having none of it.
Wake wants to improve his position but Roux is controlling well.
#SUB#
Roux is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Wake sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Roux is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Wake doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Roux. #T4#
Roux wants to free his trapped foot but Wake is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Wake is looking to improve his position.
Roux is looking to advance position but Wake won't allow it.
Roux wants to control but Wake is keeping him busy.
Wake is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Wake looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Wake trying to control from the bottom.
#T5##SUB2#
Wake looking for submissions off his back.
Wake is looking for a sweep. Roux is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Wake wants to get back to full guard but Roux has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Roux (11) vs (2) Wake
Wake is not content to let Roux control the position.
Wake is looking for a sweep.
Roux gets to mount! Wake was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Roux (13) vs (2) Wake
Roux wants to control the pace but Wake is squirming around nicely. #T6#
Wake is in all sorts of trouble here.
#SUB#
Roux looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Roux prevents Wake from getting the reversal.
Roux trying to control but Wake is having none of it.
Roux wants to take Wake's back but he can't do it this time. #T7#
Wake is working to get back to half guard.
Wake is trying to reverse the position but instead Roux has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Roux (16) vs (2) Wake
Roux doesn't have the hooks in and Wake manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Roux (16) vs (4) Wake
Roux bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Wake's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Roux (18) vs (4) Wake#SUB#
Roux drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Roux jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Wake wants to sweep but no luck.
Roux wants to control from the top but Wake keeps moving. #SUB2#
Wake is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Roux is aware though and is defending well.#T8#
Roux advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Roux (21) vs (4) Wake
Wake tries to improve position but can't.
Wake sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Roux trying to pass the guard but Wake defending well.
Wake moves into full guard.
Wake lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Roux (21) vs (6) Wake#SUB#
Wake got a little sloppy there for a moment and Roux has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Wake has managed to get both his arms back between Roux's legs - danger averted.
Roux is breathing heavily.
Wake stands and throws Roux's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Roux (21) vs (9) Wake#T9##SUB2#
Wake is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Roux is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Wake has hold of Roux's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Roux seems comfortable defending it but Wake has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Roux is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Roux is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Wake couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Allen Wake!
Allen Wake decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Pitbull XL
Date: Apr 24, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 4 losses; Jayden Payne! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Peressanggenna Nubuna!
The judges for this bout are Chad Campbell, Columbo Gatti and Franklyn Lucas.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Nubuna closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Payne (0) vs (2) Nubuna
Nubuna prevents Payne from improving his position.
Payne wants to control but Nubuna is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The fighters are battling for position here. Payne manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Payne working a defensive guard here.
Nubuna pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Payne is keeping the position for now.
Payne keeping moving, preventing Nubuna from controlling successfully.
Nubuna tries to free his leg and advance position but Payne is retaining full guard.
Payne is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nubuna is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Nubuna looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Nubuna trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Nubuna advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Payne (0) vs (5) Nubuna#SUB2#
Nubuna looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Payne is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Payne might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Nubuna tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Payne tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Nubuna wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Payne is working hard here to advance position.
Payne gets back to half guard.
Payne works his way to full guard. Good work.
Payne keeping full guard, as Nubuna tries to pass.
Payne controlling Nubuna's posture.
Payne looking to control.
#T2#
Nubuna pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Payne is keeping the position for now.
Payne has his hands on Nubuna's head, controlling the position.
Payne trying to control the position.
Nubuna preventing the sweep.
Payne keeping full guard, as Nubuna tries to pass.
Nubuna advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Payne (0) vs (8) Nubuna
You can see the frustration on Payne's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Payne is looking for a sweep.#T3##SUB2#
Nubuna is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Payne knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Nubuna tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Payne is looking to regain half guard here but Nubuna keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB2#
Nubuna working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Payne wants to control but Nubuna postures up.
Payne is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Nubuna is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Nubuna moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Payne (0) vs (10) Nubuna
Payne wants to hold on but Nubuna pushes him away.
Nubuna tries to control but Payne wriggling away. #T4##SUB2#
Nubuna has hold of Payne's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Payne manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Nubuna looking to control but Payne is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Nubuna moves to back control. Score +3 for taking back: Payne (0) vs (13) Nubuna
Nubuna gets his hands free as Payne looks to control.
Payne manages to reverse the position and now he's in Nubuna's guard. Nice work there by Payne.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Payne (2) vs (13) Nubuna
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Nubuna is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Payne (2) vs (15) Nubuna
Nubuna forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
Nubuna is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Payne tries to get to full guard but Nubuna has control of the leg.
Nubuna wants to pass to mount but Payne is defending the position. #T5#
Nubuna is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Nubuna is trying to control. Payne wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Payne is looking to improve his position.
Payne is trying to control but can't.
Nubuna is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Payne! Score +3 for passing guard: Payne (2) vs (18) Nubuna
Payne tries to hold on but Nubuna postures up.
Nubuna wants to control the pace but Payne is squirming around nicely. #SUB2#
Nubuna wants to finish this one by submission but Payne is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Nubuna.
Nubuna can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Payne is looking to escape.
Nubuna avoids the attempt from Payne to control.#T6#
Payne can't escape the position.
Payne is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Nubuna is trying to take his opponent's back.
Payne is trying to escape the mount.
Nubuna fails to move to back control.
Payne slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Nubuna wants to pass to mount but Payne is defending the position.
Nubuna trying to control the action but Payne is working from the bottom.
Nubuna is thwarting Payne's attempts to control the position.
Payne is controlling Nubuna's position as best he can from this difficult position.#SUB2#
Nubuna seems to be looking for submissions.
#T7#
Payne gets full guard.
Nubuna trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Payne is controlling Nubuna's posture.
Nubuna must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Payne is trying to keep Nubuna in close.
Nubuna trying to control but Payne is working from the bottom.
Nubuna stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Payne swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Nubuna forces his way into half guard.
Payne is looking to control Nubuna's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Payne avoid being mounted?#T8#
Nubuna works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Payne (2) vs (21) Nubuna
Payne really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Payne tries to lock up and control but Nubuna gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Nubuna with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Payne slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Nubuna is looking to take a break and control but Payne is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Payne works his way to full guard. Good work.
Nubuna advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Payne (2) vs (24) Nubuna
Payne tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Nubuna wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T9#
Payne wants to control but Nubuna postures up.
Nubuna passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Payne! Score +2 for reaching mount: Payne (2) vs (26) Nubuna
Payne wants to control but Nubuna is having none of it.
Payne is breathing heavily.
Payne 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.
Payne tries to roll over but Nubuna keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Nubuna is trying a forearm choke� I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Nubuna passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Payne (2) vs (29) Nubuna
Payne wants to hold on but Nubuna pushes him away.
Nubuna takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Nubuna looking to control but Payne is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Nubuna fails to take his opponent's back. #T10##SUB2#
Nubuna has isolated one of Payne's arms. Payne looking to fight him off but Nubuna twists into an armbar. It's tight... Will he tap?? YES, he's tapped! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Peressanggenna Nubuna!
An out of breath Peressanggenna Nubuna thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
Pitbull XXXIX
Date: Apr 20, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 0 losses; Brady Swayde! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 4 losses; Jung Yu Sin!
The judges for this bout are Jonathan Paton, Franklyn Lucas and Steve Montenegro.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Swayde throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Yu Sin tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Swayde is in Yu Sin's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Swayde (2) vs (0) Yu Sin
Swayde is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Yu Sin tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Yu Sin throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Swayde slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Swayde definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#SUB2#
Yu Sin working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Swayde doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Swayde manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yu Sin tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1#
Yu Sin keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Swayde avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Yu Sin looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Swayde preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Yu Sin is looking for a triangle but Swayde pushes his legs off easily.
Yu Sin looking for a sweep. Not yet Yu Sin, not yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Swayde slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Yu Sin wants to sweep but no luck. #T2#
Yu Sin wants to improve his position but instead Swayde has moved into half guard.
Yu Sin is looking to improve his position.
Swayde controlling the pace.
Yu Sin is looking to improve his position.
Yu Sin manages to get to full guard.
Swayde preventing the sweep. #T3##SUB2#
Yu Sin isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Swayde stacks Yu Sin 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 Swayde! Score +3 for passing guard: Swayde (5) vs (0) Yu Sin
Swayde 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 Yu Sin's shoulder. That is not cool.
Yu Sin is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Yu Sin manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Yu Sin is looking for a sweep. Swayde is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Swayde trying to mount his opponent but Yu Sin defends it.
Yu Sin tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Swayde has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Swayde (8) vs (0) Yu Sin
Yu Sin is wriggling around trying to escape.
Yu Sin regains half guard.#SUB2#
Yu Sin is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Swayde pulls his head out easily. #T5#
Swayde takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Yu Sin is looking for a sweep. Swayde is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Swayde has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Swayde (11) vs (0) Yu Sin
Swayde controlling from the full mount.
Swayde prevents Yu Sin from getting the reversal.
Swayde sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Yu Sin stops Swayde from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. #T6#
Swayde can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Yu Sin is looking to escape.
Yu Sin is in all sorts of trouble here.
Swayde controlling the pace for now.
Yu Sin can't escape the position.
Swayde manages to capitalize on a mistake by Yu Sin to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Swayde (14) vs (0) Yu Sin
Yu Sin rolls, trying to escape but Swayde keeps control of the position.
I would not like to be Yu Sin right now.
#SUB#
Swayde working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #T7#
Swayde has the hooks in. Yu Sin is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Good control from Swayde.
Yu Sin staying busy and making it hard for Swayde to control.
Yu Sin tries to escape but Swayde has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Swayde is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
I really don't envy Yu Sin right now.
#T8#
Swayde biding his time, controlling Yu Sin.
Yu Sin is trying to break free.
Swayde is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Swayde controlling well, preventing Yu Sin from escaping the position.
Good control from Swayde.
Yu Sin can't escape the position.
I would not like to be Yu Sin right now.
Swayde keeps control of the position as Yu Sin tries to break free.
#T9#
Swayde controls the action.
Yu Sin tries to roll but Swayde sticks to his back.
Swayde trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Yu Sin doesn't escape.
Yu Sin tries to escape but Swayde has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Yu Sin is still trying to improve position.
Yu Sin is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
#T10##SUB#
Swayde is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Yu Sin tries to escape the position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
You can see the frustration on Yu Sin's face� He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T11#
Yu Sin looks winded!
Swayde slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Swayde'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.
Yu Sin is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T12#
Swayde really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Yu Sin.
Yu Sin breaks Swayde's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Swayde (14) vs (2) Yu Sin
Swayde bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Yu Sin's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Swayde (16) vs (2) Yu Sin
Yu Sin wants to hit a sweep here but Swayde passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Yu Sin there! Score +3 for passing guard: Swayde (19) vs (2) Yu Sin
Swayde controlling the pace for now.
Yu Sin is in all sorts of trouble here.
Swayde controlling from the full mount.
Yu Sin keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T13#
Yu Sin is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Swayde looking to control and managing it successfully.
Yu Sin tries to improve his position but instead Swayde has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Swayde (22) vs (2) Yu Sin
You can see the frustration on Yu Sin's face� He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Swayde biding his time, controlling Yu Sin.
Yu Sin wants to escape the position.
#T14#
I would not like to be Yu Sin right now.
Yu Sin can't escape the position.
Swayde keeps control of the position easily here as Yu Sin tries to buck him off.
Swayde keeps control of the position as Yu Sin tries to break free.
Swayde controlling from the back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Yu Sin tries to escape the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Swayde takes the fight on points by 22 to 2.
A very excited looking Brady Swayde made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
Pitbull XXXVIII
Date: Apr 17, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Kim Sang Woo! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 4 losses; Jung Yu Sin!
The judges for this bout are Lou da Vinci, Alyssa Summers and John Roberts.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Yu Sin misses with a takedown attempt - Sang Woo sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
As Yu Sin tries to get set, Sang Woo tries to push him back and clinch up but Yu Sin manages to avoid the attempt.#TD#
Sang Woo shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Yu Sin's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sang Woo (2) vs (0) Yu Sin
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.
Sang Woo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Yu Sin is keeping the position for now.
Yu Sin wants to sweep here but Sang Woo controlling him for the moment.
Yu Sin lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sang Woo (2) vs (2) Yu Sin#SUB#
Sang Woo looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Yu Sin looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Yu Sin looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yu Sin keeps trying to improve his position.
Sang Woo looking to hit a scissor sweep but Yu Sin is one step ahead there. #T1#
Yu Sin sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Sang Woo's guard.
Sang Woo tries to roll over but Yu Sin keeps him under control.
Yu Sin looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Yu Sin wants to work for an arm triangle but Sang Woo is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Yu Sin is trying to work for a kimura but Sang Woo is defending well.
Yu Sin frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Sang Woo (2) vs (5) Yu Sin
Sang Woo has given up his back here. Will Yu Sin look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Sang Woo (2) vs (8) Yu Sin#SUB2#
Yu Sin is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Sang Woo knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Sang Woo for a finish.
You can see the frustration on Sang Woo's face� He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T2##SUB2#
Yu Sin is looking for the choke from the back position but Sang Woo is controlling his hands well. #SUB2#
Sang Woo showing good submission defense here.
#SUB2#
Yu Sin is looking for the choke from the back position but Sang Woo is controlling his hands well.
Yu Sin controlling well, preventing Sang Woo from escaping the position.
Sang Woo is working hard here to advance position.
Sang Woo manages to reverse the position and now he's in Yu Sin's guard. Nice work there by Sang Woo.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sang Woo (4) vs (8) Yu Sin#SUB2#
Yu Sin is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Yu Sin looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sang Woo is one step ahead there.
Sang Woo pushing down on Yu Sin's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Yu Sin won't allow Sang Woo to pass to mount. #T3#
Yu Sin gets back to full guard.
Yu Sin can't keep his opponent in guard - Sang Woo advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Yu Sin wants to get back to full guard.
Sang Woo trying to pass the guard but Yu Sin defending well.
Yu Sin gets back to full guard.
Sang Woo wants to pass the guard but Yu Sin is keeping the position.
Yu Sin lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sang Woo (4) vs (10) Yu Sin
Sang Woo bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Yu Sin's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sang Woo (6) vs (10) Yu Sin
Sang Woo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Yu Sin looking for a guillotine here but Sang Woo defends easily.
Sang Woo stopping the sweep attempt from Yu Sin.#T4#
Sang Woo sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Yu Sin's guard.
Yu Sin tries to roll over but Sang Woo keeps him under control.
Yu Sin gets back to full guard.
Sang Woo pushes down on Yu Sin's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Sang Woo wants to pass the guard but Yu Sin is defending well.
Yu Sin manages to get to full guard.
Sang Woo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Yu Sin swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T5#
Sang Woo stopping the sweep attempt from Yu Sin.
Sang Woo looking to pass the guard.
Sang Woo pushes down on Yu Sin's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Sang Woo is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Yu Sin doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Sang Woo.
Sang Woo is pressing down on Yu Sin's thigh, looking to free his foot. Yu Sin is holding on for now.
Yu Sin is trying to get back to full guard.
Sang Woo moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Sang Woo (9) vs (10) Yu Sin#T6#
Sang Woo tries to move into full mount but can't pass Yu Sin's legs.
Yu Sin tries to improve position but can't.
Sang Woo tries to move to mount but Yu Sin blocks the move with his legs.
Yu Sin regains half guard.
Sang Woo works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Sang Woo (12) vs (10) Yu Sin
Yu Sin keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#SUB#
Sang Woo jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Yu Sin manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Yu Sin tries to bench press Sang Woo off him but Sang Woo keeps the position.
Yu Sin is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Sang Woo off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Sang Woo (12) vs (14) Yu Sin#T7##SUB2#
Sang Woo defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Yu Sin's arms. #SUB2#
Yu Sin is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Sang Woo tries to roll but Yu Sin sticks to his back.
#SUB2#
Yu Sin has managed to slip his arm under Sang Woo's chin. This could be all over... yep, Sang Woo is tapping out! Submission win for Yu Sin.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Jung Yu Sin!
A victorious Jung Yu Sin thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
Pitbull XXXVIII
Date: Apr 17, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 0 losses; Brady Swayde! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Ji Hun Wee!
The judges for this bout are Jonathan Paton, John Kavanagh and Jorge Garcia.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Wee.
Wee will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
No luck for Swayde with that takedown attempt.
No luck for Wee with that takedown attempt.
Brady Swayde has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ji Hun Wee.
Swayde changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Wee tries to avoid it but Swayde manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Wee to the ground. Wee escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Wee is trying hard to land a takedown here. Swayde sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Wee slaps away a takedown attempt from Swayde, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Horrible takedown attempt by Wee or perhaps it was just good defense by Swayde, which made it look bad.
Wee looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Wee shoots in and drives through. Swayde sprawls well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Swayde feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Swayde (2) vs (0) Wee
Wee looks winded!
Wee wants to sweep here but Swayde controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Wee throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Swayde escapes and throws Wee's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Swayde (5) vs (0) Wee
Swayde definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Swayde controls the position from side control.#T1#
Wee tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Swayde controls the position.
Wee tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Swayde presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Swayde (7) vs (0) Wee
Swayde prevents Wee from getting the reversal.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Swayde takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Wee 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.
Wee is looking to get to half guard.
Wee is controlling an arm, preventing Swayde from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
#T2#
Wee manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Wee is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Wee is still trying to improve position.
Wee moves into full guard.
Swayde pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wee is keeping the position for now.
Wee has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Swayde has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Swayde (10) vs (0) Wee
Wee tries to improve position but can't. #T3#
Wee is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Wee manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Swayde (10) vs (2) Wee#SUB2#
Wee wants to work for an arm triangle but Swayde is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Swayde is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Wee's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Wee's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Swayde (14) vs (2) Wee
Wee tries to escape the position.
Wee keeps trying to improve his position.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
#T4#
Wee is really stuck here.
Good control from Swayde.
Wee wants to escape the position.
Swayde really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Wee.
Wee tries to escape the position.
#T5#
Swayde is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
You can see the frustration on Wee's face� He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Swayde is riding his opponent, not letting Wee buck him off.
Wee manages to reverse the position and now he's in Swayde's guard. Nice work there by Wee.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Swayde (14) vs (4) Wee
Wee tries to free his leg and advance position but Swayde is retaining full guard.
Swayde is trying to control the position but Wee postures up. #T6#
Wee tries to free his leg and advance position but Swayde is retaining full guard.
Swayde is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Wee wants to pass the guard but Swayde is keeping the position.
Wee is looking to advance position but Swayde has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Swayde (18) vs (4) Wee
Wee manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Wee tries to roll over but Swayde keeps him under control.#T7#
Swayde moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Swayde (21) vs (4) Wee
Wee gets back to half guard.
Swayde has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Swayde (24) vs (4) Wee
Swayde moves to back control. Score +3 for taking back: Swayde (27) vs (4) Wee
Swayde is looking to control Wee but Wee is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Swayde has the hooks in. Wee is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T8#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Wee is trying to break free.
Wee is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Swayde.
Wee rolls, trying to escape but Swayde keeps control of the position.
#T9#
Swayde controls the position.
Wee is really stuck here.
Swayde tries to keep control of the position but Wee is staying busy.
Swayde really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Wee.
You can see the frustration on Wee's face� He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Wee rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Wee is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T10#
Swayde trying to control the pace.
Swayde wants to lay and pray for a moment but Wee keeps working.
Swayde trying to control the pace.
Swayde prevents Wee from improving his position.#T11#
Wee wants to get back to full guard but Swayde has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Swayde (30) vs (4) Wee
Wee is trying to reverse the position but instead Swayde has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Swayde (33) vs (4) Wee
Swayde controlling the position well here. Wee rolled but Swayde kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Swayde seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Wee for as long as he can get away with.
Wee is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Wee wants to escape the position.
#T12#
Wee tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Swayde prevents Wee from getting the reversal.
Swayde controlling his opponent.
Wee tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Swayde tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T13#
Wee is working to get back to half guard.
Swayde tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Wee is trying to reverse the position but instead Swayde has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Swayde (36) vs (4) Wee
I would not like to be Wee right now.
Swayde has the hooks in. Wee is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Wee turns into Swayde and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Swayde (36) vs (6) Wee
Swayde controlling Wee's posture. #T14#
Wee is looking to pass into half guard but Swayde pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Swayde is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Swayde (38) vs (6) Wee
Swayde stands and throws Wee's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Swayde (41) vs (6) Wee
Wee trying to remain calm as Swayde controls from the top position.
Wee tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Swayde wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Wee looks to move to half guard but instead Swayde has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Swayde (43) vs (6) Wee
Swayde controlling from mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wee is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Swayde takes the fight on points by 43 to 6.
A very excited looking Brady Swayde made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
Pitbull XXXVII
Date: Apr 13, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 6 losses; Yuki Shimada! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 1 losses; Aydin Wolfe!
The judges for this bout are Eddie Farnsworth, Jorge Garcia and Steve Montenegro.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Wolfe moves in looking to clinch but Shimada pushes him off.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#CL2#
Wolfe forces Shimada back against the cage and clinches.
Wolfe is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Shimada to keep the fight standing.#TD2#
Wolfe pulls guard effortlessly.
Shimada content to stall in guard here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Shimada trying to control the position from guard on top but Wolfe is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Shimada preventing the sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shimada is pushing down on Wolfe's leg trying to pass to half guard. Wolfe is fighting to maintain full guard but Shimada has managed to sneak the leg through.#T1#
Wolfe tries to get to full guard but Shimada has control of the leg.
Wolfe is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Shimada has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Shimada (3) vs (0) Wolfe
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shimada content just to control the position here.
Shimada prevents Wolfe from getting the reversal.#T2#
Wolfe looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Shimada (6) vs (0) Wolfe
Wolfe can't escape the position.
#SUB#
Shimada is persistently looking for the submission but Wolfe is defending it well.
Wolfe tries to escape the position.
Shimada definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T3#
Shimada just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#SUB#
Wolfe showing good submission defense here.
#SUB#
Shimada is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Wolfe is defending well though. Shimada let's go of the attempt for now.
Shimada is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
#T4#
Shimada trying to control momentarily.
Wolfe tries to break free.
#SUB#
Shimada has both hooks in and is working for a choke. Wolfe is in real trouble here. Shimada gets an arm under the chin and tightens the submission attempt... is this the end? Yes, Wolfe is tapping out! Shimada wins by rear naked choke!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Yuki Shimada! |
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Event:
Pitbull XXXVII
Date: Apr 13, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 0 losses; Brady Swayde! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Jayden Payne!
The judges for this bout are Jonathan Paton, Anthony Taglia and David Schapiro.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Swayde changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Payne looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Swayde (4) vs (0) Payne
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.
Swayde has control of an arm but Payne manages to advance to Swayde's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Swayde (4) vs (4) Payne
Payne is riding his opponent, not letting Swayde buck him off.
Swayde is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Primal, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Payne's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Payne wants to control but Swayde is keeping busy.
Payne might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Swayde haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Payne is riding his opponent, not letting Swayde buck him off.
Payne gets his hands free as Swayde looks to control.
Swayde is trying to break free.
Payne trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Swayde doesn't escape.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Payne's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
#T2#
Swayde manages to reverse the position and now he's in Payne's guard. Nice work there by Swayde.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Swayde (6) vs (4) Payne
Payne is trying to control the position but Swayde postures up.
Payne tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Swayde slips nicely into half guard.
Swayde sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Payne trying to control here.
Well, if Swayde is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight� I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza� Yum. Can't wait.
Payne preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #T3#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Swayde in particular looking to stall.
Payne has his hands clasped together around Swayde's back. He's all about the action.
Swayde is thwarting Payne's attempts to control the position.
Payne moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Payne is trying to keep Swayde in close.
#T4#
Swayde stopping the sweep attempt from Payne.
Payne not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Swayde controlling from the top position.
Payne working a defensive guard but Swayde manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Swayde (9) vs (4) Payne
Payne tries to buck Swayde off but Swayde is having none of it.
Payne is still trying to improve position.#T5#
Swayde has control of an arm but Payne manages to advance to Swayde's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Swayde (9) vs (8) Payne
Good control from Payne.
Payne wants to control but Swayde is keeping busy.
Payne controls the position.
Payne is continuing to stall.
Payne is trying to stick to Swayde's back but Swayde is turning into Payne. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Payne's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Swayde. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Swayde (11) vs (8) Payne
Payne trying to keep a closed guard but Swayde is proving a slippery customer.
#T6#
Swayde advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Swayde (14) vs (8) Payne
Payne can't do much from the bottom here.
Swayde moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Swayde (16) vs (8) Payne
Payne is trying to escape the mount.
Payne is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Swayde takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Payne manages to control the position for a moment.
Swayde controlling from mount. #T7#
Swayde prevents Payne from getting the reversal.
Payne wants to hold on but Swayde pushes him away.
Swayde looking to control and managing it successfully.
Payne is working to get back to half guard.
Payne tries to hold on but Swayde postures up.
Swayde looking to control and managing it successfully.
Swayde tries to push Payne's head away but Payne is holding on tight.#T8#
Swayde takes Payne's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Payne is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Swayde (19) vs (8) Payne
I really don't envy Payne right now.
Swayde is not going to allow Payne to sit and survive in this position.
Payne tries to break free.
#SUB#
Payne is trying to control the position but Swayde manages to sink in the RNC - Payne is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Brady Swayde!
Brady Swayde decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Pitbull XXXVII
Date: Apr 13, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Peressanggenna Nubuna! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Allen Wake!
The judges for this bout are Eddie Farnsworth, Jorge Garcia and Anthony Taglia.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Wake stuffs the takedown.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Nubuna.
Wake is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Nubuna shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Wake pinned against the cage. Wake gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Peressanggenna Nubuna. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Wake keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Wake changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Wake looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#TD#
Nubuna closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Nubuna lands in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Nubuna (2) vs (0) Wake#SUB2#
Nubuna avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Wake looking for a sweep. Not yet Wake, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nubuna advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Nubuna (5) vs (0) Wake
Wake is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Nubuna looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Nubuna will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T1#
Nubuna has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Nubuna (7) vs (0) Wake#SUB#
Nubuna working for a guillotine from mount but Wake is in no mood to give up.
Wake can't escape the position.
Wake bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nubuna (7) vs (2) Wake
Wake tries to free his leg and advance position but Nubuna is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Wake is posturing up here but Nubuna has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Wake tries to roll out but it's too tight and Wake has to tap! Slick submission there by Nubuna!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Peressanggenna Nubuna!
A very excited looking Peressanggenna Nubuna made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
Pitbull XXXVI
Date: Apr 10, 2025 |
#R1##TD2#
Wee fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Solomon sprawls well initially but Wee persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Solomon slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Solomon is trying to control the position but Wee postures up.
Wee pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Solomon is keeping the position for now.
Solomon manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Wee manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Wee looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Solomon slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Wee looking for a sweep. Not yet Wee, not yet.
Solomon is pushing down on Wee's leg trying to pass to half guard. Wee is fighting to maintain full guard but Solomon has managed to sneak the leg through.
Solomon prevents Wee from improving his position.
Wee keeps trying to improve his position.
Solomon is looking to advance position but Wee won't allow it.
Wee wants to improve his position but Solomon is controlling well.
#T2##SUB2#
Wee with the active half guard here but Solomon passes nicely into side control.
Wee gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Wee wants to get back to full guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Solomon is controlling the pace.
Wee is looking to get back to full guard here but Solomon has managed to pass to side control instead.
Wee is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Wee is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3#
Wee is pressing down on Solomon's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Solomon's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Solomon won't allow Wee to sweep him here. #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.#SUB2#
Wee working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Solomon doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Solomon manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Wee 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.
Wee can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Solomon controls the pace.
Wee wants to sweep but no luck.
Solomon stands and throws Wee's legs to the side, diving into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wee looking for a sweep but Solomon has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Wee tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Solomon takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Wee slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
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 Zekariays Solomon will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##TD#
Solomon fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Wee to the ground. Solomon is now in Wee's guard.
Wee is looking to sweep but instead, Solomon has passed into half guard.
#SUB2#
Wee looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wee manages to get to full guard.
Solomon won't allow Wee to sweep him here.
Wee looking to control but Solomon passes into half guard.
Wee gets back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wee looking to hit a scissor sweep but Solomon is one step ahead there.
Solomon controls from within his opponent's guard. #T1##SUB2#
Wee looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Solomon stopping the sweep attempt from Wee.
Solomon pushes down on Wee's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Zekariays Solomon overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Wee is in trouble now - Solomon has advanced to mount!
Wee can't escape the position.
Solomon takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Wee is looking to improve his position but Solomon isn't that keen on the idea.
Solomon controlling from mount. #T2#
Solomon is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Wee can do to turn this around?
Wee can't escape the position.
Solomon controlling the position easily from mount.
Solomon'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.
Solomon manages to capitalize on a mistake by Wee to take his back!
Solomon has the hooks in. Wee is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T3#
Good control from Solomon.
I really don't envy Wee right now.
Solomon trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Wee doesn't escape.
Solomon is hanging on to Wee's back as he tries to escape.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Solomon has the hooks in. Wee is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Solomon keeps control of the position easily here as Wee tries to buck him off.
Wee is trying to break free.
#T4#
I would not like to be Wee right now.
Solomon is trying to stick to Wee's back but Wee is turning into Solomon. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Solomon's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Wee.
Wee wants to pass the guard but Solomon is keeping the position.
Solomon wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Solomon had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Wee defends it easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Solomon is trying to control the position from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Zekariays Solomon dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3##TD#
Solomon bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Solomon controls the position from side control.
Further stalling from Solomon.
Solomon has control of an arm but Wee manages to advance to Solomon's back!#SUB2#
Wee working for the rear naked choke here. He's got one arm under but Solomon is defending well. A couple of punches soften him up though and Wee has tightened the hold! This one could be all over! It is! Solomon taps out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ji Hun Wee!
A victorious Ji Hun Wee thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
Pitbull XXXVI
Date: Apr 10, 2025 |
#R1##TD2#
Thule gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Yu Sin wants to pass the guard but Thule is keeping the position.#SUB#
Thule looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Yu Sin sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Thule's guard.
Yu Sin wants to pass to mount but Thule is defending the position.
Thule works his way to full guard. Good work.
Thule looking for a sweep. Not yet Thule, not yet.
Yu Sin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Thule swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Yu Sin avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Yu Sin works a leg free and moves into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yu Sin passes the guard and advances to mount! #SUB2#
Yu Sin goes for an armbar but he's not got it� Thule turns into him and now he's in Yu Sin's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Thule passes into half guard. #T1#
Yu Sin manages to get to full guard.
Yu Sin looking to hit a scissor sweep but Thule is one step ahead there.
Thule forces his way into half guard.
Yu Sin wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Thule is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Yu Sin is just riding it out for now. Thule eventually gives up the hold.
Thule wants to pass to mount but Yu Sin is defending the position. #T2#
Yu Sin wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Yu Sin is defending against the submission attempts here by Thule.
Yu Sin tries to roll over but Thule keeps him under control.
Yu Sin is pressing down on Thule's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Yu Sin manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Thule manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Yu Sin won't allow Thule to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Yu Sin drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Yu Sin jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Yu Sin tries to free his leg and advance position but Thule is retaining full guard.
Yu Sin pushing down on Thule's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB2#
Yu Sin is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Thule has managed to free his arm - good work.
Thule tries to roll over but Yu Sin keeps him under control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Thule manages to get to full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Thule is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Thule stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Yu Sin swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Yu Sin looking for a sweep. Not yet Yu Sin, not yet.
Yu Sin keeps trying to improve his position.
Thule slips nicely into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Yu Sin works his way to full guard. Good work.
Thule pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Yu Sin is keeping the position for now. #T4#
Thule sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Yu Sin's guard.
Yu Sin wants to get back to full guard.
Thule is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Yu Sin!
Thule wants to take Yu Sin's back but he can't do it this time. #SUB#
Thule has hold of Yu Sin's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Yu Sin manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Yu Sin tries to reverse the position but Thule maintains control.
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 Cazic Thule will probably get the nod.
That's time! Thule's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Thule fails with a takedown attempt. #TD2#
Yu Sin shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB2#
Thule is defending against the submission attempts here by Yu Sin.
Yu Sin is pressing down on Thule's thigh, looking to free his foot. Thule is holding on for now.
Thule is looking for a sweep. Yu Sin is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Thule is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Yu Sin pulls his head out easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thule is trying to get back to full guard.
Yu Sin tries to pass the half guard into mount. Thule knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Thule gets full guard.#T1#
Yu Sin pushes down on Thule's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Yu Sin is looking to advance position but Thule won't allow it. #SUB2#
Yu Sin wants to work for an arm triangle but Thule is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Jung Yu Sin has got the better of the ground game so far.
The fighters are battling for position here. Thule manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Yu Sin stands and throws Thule's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Thule tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2#
Yu Sin looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Yu Sin is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Thule knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Yu Sin is trying to get an arm triangle but Thule is defending well. #T2#
Thule is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Yu Sin's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Thule tries to roll over but Yu Sin keeps him under control.
Yu Sin passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Thule!
Thule gets back to half guard.
Thule is pressing down on Yu Sin's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Thule lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Thule stopping the sweep attempt from Yu Sin.
Thule is pushing down on Yu Sin's leg trying to pass to half guard. Yu Sin is fighting to maintain full guard but Thule has managed to sneak the leg through.
Yu Sin wants to improve his position but Thule is controlling well.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Thule passes to full mount! #T3#
Yu Sin is controlling an arm, preventing Thule from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
#SUB#
Thule is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Yu Sin has managed to escape the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Thule is working for a guillotine from mount but Yu Sin frees his head quite easily.
Yu Sin sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
The fighters are battling for position here. Yu Sin manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Thule wants to pass the guard but Yu Sin is keeping the position.
Thule stopping the sweep attempt from Yu Sin.
Thule pushes down on Yu Sin's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Yu Sin is trying to get back to full guard.#T4##SUB#
Thule is working for a submission of some sort.
Thule wants to pass to mount but Yu Sin is defending the position.
Yu Sin is looking to improve his position.
Yu Sin moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Thule won't allow Yu Sin to sweep him here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Yu Sin is still trying to improve position.
Thule passes Yu Sin's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Thule wants to work for an arm triangle but Yu Sin is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Jung Yu Sin will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Thule tries to score a power double leg takedown but Yu Sin sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Thule somewhat.#TD2#
Yu Sin closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Thule to the mat! Thule manages to get full guard. #SUB#
Thule looking for a guillotine here but Yu Sin defends easily.
#SUB2#
Yu Sin drops back looking for a leg! Thule is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Thule manages to kick Yu Sin off! Yu Sin jumps back into Thule's guard. #SUB#
Thule had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Yu Sin defends it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Yu Sin is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Yu Sin wants to pass the guard but Thule is keeping the position.#T1#
Thule looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Yu Sin slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Thule is looking to reverse the position.
Yu Sin tries to move to mount but Thule blocks the move with his legs.
Thule is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Yu Sin off and has taken his back!#SUB#
Thule working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Yu Sin turns into Thule and is now in his guard.
Yu Sin wants to pass the guard but Thule is keeping the position.
Thule wants to sweep here but Yu Sin controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Yu Sin wants to pass the guard but Thule is keeping the position.
Yu Sin passes Thule's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Yu Sin wants to pass the guard but Thule is defending well.
Yu Sin takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SUB2#
Yu Sin is looking for a kimura but Thule is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Yu Sin to get the leverage. #SUB#
Thule actively working from the bottom here.
Thule slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Yu Sin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Thule is keeping the position for now. #T3#
Yu Sin is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB#
Thule looking for a guillotine here but Yu Sin defends easily.
Yu Sin preventing the sweep.
Yu Sin tries to free his leg and advance position but Thule is retaining full guard.
Thule is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##SUB#
Thule seems to be looking for submissions.
Thule is pressing down on Yu Sin's thigh, looking to free his foot. Yu Sin is holding on for now.
The fighters are battling for position here. Yu Sin manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T4##SUB2#
Yu Sin has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Thule should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Yu Sin has tightened it up now! Thule should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:20 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Jung Yu Sin!
Jung Yu Sin decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 09, 2025 |
#R1#
Ippolit tries to clinch but Kane moves away
and Kane connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT#It looks like Kir Ippolit has been cut.
Kane avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A quick step to the side and Kane tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ippolit throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kane throwing a counter right hand but Ippolit manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Ippolit takes the fight into the clinch.
Ippolit prevents a body shot from Kane.
Kane lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kane struggles to land a body shot inside as Ippolit controls his hands.
Kane misses with some punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kane swings wildly with an uppercut but Ippolit uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ippolit's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kane makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kane lands an uppercut.
Ippolit tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Kane avoids it.#T1#
Kane lands a nice uppercut.
A short left from Kane. #TD2#
Ippolit pulls Kane into guard.
#SU#
Kane decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Ippolit, up you get!
Ippolit doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Kane counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ippolit darts in trying to clinch
and Kane counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL2#
Ippolit has taken the fight to the clinch.
Kane lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ippolit backwards.
Kane lands with a short shot to the head.
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!
Kane lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T2#
Kane lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #CUT#That has opened up Kir Ippolit's cut even more.
Kane scores with a nice hook to the head.#TD2#
Ippolit lands a takedown into guard.
#SU2#
Ippolit gets to his feet - Kane follows without any prompting.
Ippolit tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kane manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kane was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ippolit tries to clinch but Kane moves away
and Kane counters with a big right hand! Oh Ippolit is in trouble here! Kane follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Seamus Kane! |
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Event:
Test Card 1
Date: Apr 07, 2025 |
#R1#
Nice defenses there by Everett.
No luck for Everett with that takedown attempt. #TD2#
Everett scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#SUB2#
Everett is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Bowers knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Everett goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Bowers has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Everett but great work by Bowers.#SU#
Bowers decides to stand back up.
Bowers with a jab.
Bowers lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Everett falls backwards - clearly groggy! Bowers dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mark Bowers!
An out of breath Mark Bowers thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
Pitbull XXXV
Date: Apr 06, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Troy Savage! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 1 losses; Aydin Wolfe!
The judges for this bout are Columbo Gatti, Reed Andrews and Lou da Vinci.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Wolfe instigates a clinch. #TD#
Savage has picked Wolfe up - he's going for a ride! Savage dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Savage (2) vs (0) Wolfe
Savage prevents Wolfe from improving his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Savage moves into full mount! Wolfe won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Savage (5) vs (0) Wolfe#SUB#
Savage wants to finish this one by submission but Wolfe is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Savage.
Wolfe sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Wolfe is refusing to be controlled, as Savage sits in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wolfe is in trouble now - Savage has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Savage (8) vs (0) Wolfe
Savage is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Wolfe is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Savage (11) vs (0) Wolfe#SUB#
Savage tightening his grip on Wolfe, looking for the choke. #T1#
Wolfe manages to reverse the position and now he's in Savage's guard. Nice work there by Wolfe.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Savage (11) vs (2) Wolfe
Wolfe stays in close to Savage's body and controls the position.
Wolfe won't allow Savage to sweep him here.
Wolfe pushes down on Savage's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Wolfe is controlling the pace.
#SUB#
Savage looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T2#
Wolfe is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Savage is pressing down on Wolfe's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Wolfe stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Savage swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Wolfe works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Savage tries to get to full guard but Wolfe has control of the leg. #T3#
Savage is working hard here to advance position.
Wolfe wants to pass the guard but Savage is defending well.
Wolfe performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Savage is trying to maintain the position but Wolfe is very close to passing his half guard.
Savage makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Savage.#SUB#
Wolfe got a little sloppy there for a moment and Savage has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Wolfe has managed to get both his arms back between Savage's legs - danger averted.#T4#
Wolfe stopping the sweep attempt from Savage.
Wolfe looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Wolfe advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Savage (11) vs (5) Wolfe
Savage is looking for a sweep.
Savage tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Wolfe presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Savage (11) vs (7) Wolfe
Wolfe sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Savage tries to reverse the position but Wolfe maintains control.#T5#
Wolfe sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Wolfe fails to advance to Savage's back.
Savage is wriggling around trying to escape.
Wolfe takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Savage tries to reverse the position but Wolfe maintains control.
Wolfe controlling the position easily from mount.
Savage is desperately trying to improve his position but Wolfe has a good base and remains in mount.#T6#
Wolfe controlling from mount.
Savage is trying to escape the mount.
Savage regains half guard.
Savage is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Wolfe's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Wolfe's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Savage (15) vs (7) Wolfe
I really don't envy Wolfe right now.
#SUB#
Savage looking for the choke but no joy.
Wolfe tries to escape but Savage has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB#
Savage is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
#T7#
Wolfe breaks Savage's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Savage (15) vs (9) Wolfe
Wolfe sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB#
Savage has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Wolfe can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T8#
Savage can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Wolfe controls the pace.
Wolfe tries to free his leg and advance position but Savage is retaining full guard.
Savage looking to control.
#SUB#
Savage is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Wolfe passes into half guard. #T9#
Wolfe prevents Savage from improving his position.
Wolfe content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Savage has a hand on Wolfe's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Wolfe takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Savage (15) vs (12) Wolfe
Wolfe content just to control the position here.
Wolfe can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Savage is looking to escape.
Savage has given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Savage (15) vs (15) Wolfe#T10#
Savage is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
You can see the frustration on Savage's face� He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Wolfe controlling from the back.
Savage can't escape the position.
Wolfe controls the position.
Wolfe is continuing to stall.#T11#
Let's hope that Wolfe 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.
Wolfe doesn't have the hooks in and Savage manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Savage (17) vs (15) Wolfe#SUB#
Savage has gone for a leg lock! Wolfe slips out almost immediately though and dives into Savage's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Savage (17) vs (17) Wolfe
Wolfe passes Savage's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Savage wants to get back to full guard.
Savage has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Wolfe is working away from the top position though.#T12#
Wolfe keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Savage is trying to get back to full guard.
Wolfe takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Savage is trying to control but can't.
#T13#
Savage wants to get back to full guard.
Wolfe trying to control the pace.
Savage is looking to improve his position.
Wolfe trying to control the pace.
Savage is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Savage is looking to get back to full guard here but Wolfe has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Savage (17) vs (20) Wolfe#T14#
Savage struggling a bit here.
Wolfe controls the position.
Savage tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Wolfe wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Savage wants to control but Wolfe postures up.
Wolfe taking a breather here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Wolfe wins on points by 20 to 17.
A very excited looking Aydin Wolfe made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
Pitbull XXXV
Date: Apr 06, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Kim Sang Woo! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Jayden Payne!
The judges for this bout are Dean Styles, David Schapiro and Franklyn Lucas.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Payne has his takedown stuffed#CL#
and Sang Woo counters by clinching up. #TD2#
Payne pulls Sang Woo into guard.
Sang Woo is pushing down on Payne's leg trying to pass to half guard. Payne is fighting to maintain full guard but Sang Woo has managed to sneak the leg through.
Payne tries to roll over but Sang Woo keeps him under control.
Payne keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Payne looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The fighters are battling for position here. Payne manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Sang Woo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Payne swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sang Woo passes Payne's left leg - he's now in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sang Woo tries to pass the half guard into mount. Payne knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Sang Woo is working hard here to advance position.
Payne is looking to improve his position.
#T1#
Payne gets full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sang Woo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Payne swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Payne is looking to cinch up a triangle. Sang Woo throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Payne's body to avoid the submission. Payne has instead reached around Sang Woo's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Payne arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Jayden Payne!
An out of breath Jayden Payne thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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