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Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary
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Event:
Grappling Hype -18-
Date: May 11, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 5 losses; Big Guy! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 7 losses; Diminutive Jackson! The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Daniel Franklin and Chris Downing.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way. Guy fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Guy shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Jackson as he jumps to the side. Jackson with the counter takedown but Guy avoids it easily. Guy tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Jackson defends well and Guy ends up having to push Jackson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Big Guy. That's going to take a lot out of him. Guy tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Guy jumps guard but Jackson turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. Guy tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Jackson smiles and moves away.
Guy doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD2# and Jackson counters with a nice double leg into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Guy (0) vs (2) Jackson We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Guy slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB# Guy has his foot on Jackson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Jackson works his way back into a safe position though. Jackson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1##SUB# Guy is looking for a triangle here but Jackson uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Guy (0) vs (5) Jackson#SUB2# Jackson tries for a kimura but Guy is defending well. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2# Jackson tries for a kimura but Guy is defending well. #SUB2# Jackson tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Jackson has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2# Jackson thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T2# Guy is trying to get back to half guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Jackson working away.#SUB2# Jackson is trying to get an arm triangle but Guy is defending well. Guy is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Jackson off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Guy (4) vs (5) Jackson Jackson tries to break free.
#SUB# Jackson is trying to defend against the choke here but Guy has an arm under his chin. This one might not last much longer. Guy Tightens the hold and Jackson taps out furiously! Guy displays superior BJJ to win the fight.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Big Guy! |
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Event:
ENIGMA 256 Remington v Serrano
Date: May 10, 2025 |
#R1# Wawrzyniak throws a one two combo.
Wawrzyniak lands with a straight right. Gudmundsson didn't see that one coming. Jab, jab by Wawrzyniak - just one landing. Wawrzyniak throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Wawrzyniak throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Gudmundsson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Wawrzyniak. Wawrzyniak takes a shot right to the bread basket. Wawrzyniak misses with a double jab
enabling Gudmundsson to counter with a crisp jab. Wawrzyniak ducks right into an uppercut from Gudmundsson. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Gudmundsson moves away from the strike by Wawrzyniak. Wawrzyniak misses with a straight left. A little feinted left hand from Gudmundsson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Gudmundsson moves away from the strike by Wawrzyniak. Wawrzyniak takes a swing at Gudmundsson's ribcage but misses. Gudmundsson is looking to counter punch. Wawrzyniak ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gudmundsson moves away. Wawrzyniak throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Gudmundsson on the side of the head. Gudmundsson has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Honu Arts in the buildup to the fight. Wawrzyniak looks to score with a jab to the body but Gudmundsson is just out of range.#T1# Wawrzyniak looks to land a combination. Gudmundsson sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots. Wawrzyniak scores with a jab. Wawrzyniak cracks Gudmundsson with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. A big left from Gudmundsson misses. Wawrzyniak scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Wawrzyniak throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gudmundsson sees it coming and avoids it easily. Gudmundsson is looking to counter punch. Gudmundsson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Wawrzyniak throws out the jab. Gudmundsson fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Wawrzyniak on the side of the head. Wawrzyniak throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Gudmundsson fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Wawrzyniak on the side of the head. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Gudmundsson avoids a punch combination nicely.
Wawrzyniak misses with a straight left. Gudmundsson slips a straight right by Wawrzyniak.#T2# Wawrzyniak lands a right hook to the body.
Wawrzyniak throws a hook but Gudmundsson blocks it. Wawrzyniak misses with an uppercut. Gudmundsson saw that one coming. Wawrzyniak throws an off balance right hand
#KD# and Gudmundsson counters with a crisp right hand that drops Wawrzyniak! Gudmundsson lets Wawrzyniak back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC#Wawrzyniak is rocked! Wawrzyniak loads up on a big right hand but Gudmundsson slips the punch. It looked like Gudmundsson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Wawrzyniak is still on wobbly legs! Can Gudmundsson finish him? Wawrzyniak ducks into an uppercut from Gudmundsson and that's knocked him out cold! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Oskar Gudmundsson! |
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Event:
ENIGMA 256 Remington v Serrano
Date: May 10, 2025 |
#R1# Onfoy misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. Onfoy ducks under a wild hook from Osborne. Osborne ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Onfoy moves away.#TD# Onfoy looking to score a takedown here. Osborne is defending well but Onfoy drives through and ends up in Osborne's guard. Onfoy lands a couple of elbows. Osborne manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Onfoy manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB# Osborne stays in close to Onfoy's body and controls the position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Osborne is looking to pass into half guard but Onfoy pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Onfoy is in guard.#REVR# Osborne is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T1# Osborne is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #SUB2# Osborne working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Onfoy doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Onfoy manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. We've been hearing that Onfoy has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish. Onfoy postures up.
#SUB2# Osborne has his foot on Onfoy's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Onfoy works his way back into a safe position though. Onfoy is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. Onfoy postures up and lands a big shot to Osborne's brow. Osborne keeping moving, preventing Onfoy from controlling successfully. Osborne pulls Onfoy in to control the position. #T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Osborne wants to sweep here but Onfoy controlling him for the moment. #SUB2# Onfoy got a little sloppy there for a moment and Osborne has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Onfoy has managed to get both his arms back between Osborne's legs - danger averted.#SUB2# Osborne has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Onfoy 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 Osborne. Onfoy tries to move to mount but Osborne blocks the move with his legs. Onfoy working the ground and pound. Onfoy trying to control the action but Osborne is working from the bottom. Osborne is looking for a sweep.#T3# Onfoy trying to control the position but Osborne is working away. Osborne is trying to get back to half guard. Onfoy working the body and head with strikes. Osborne is not in a great position here, taking some shots. Osborne on the wrong end of some ground and pound. Osborne is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Onfoy is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Osborne is in all sorts of trouble here.
Osborne slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#T4##SUB2# Osborne looking for submissions off his back. Osborne trying to control here.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Onfoy connects with a nice short shot to Osborne's temple. Onfoy is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. Onfoy looks to score some points with some ground and pound. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Osborne wants to improve his position but Onfoy is controlling well.
Onfoy lands strikes from half guard. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jahsem Onfoy dominated that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2# Onfoy misses with a kick to the body.
Osborne appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#TD# Onfoy shoots in for a takedown and gets it. The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Onfoy connects with a nice short shot to Osborne's temple. Osborne wants to control but Onfoy passes into side.
Osborne tries to improve position but can't. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Onfoy cracks Osborne with a big right hand but Osborne just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Osborne tries to improve position but can't. #T1# Onfoy has control of an arm but Osborne manages to advance to Onfoy's back! Osborne keeps control of the position as Onfoy tries to break free.
#SUB2# Onfoy is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2# Onfoy defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Osborne biding his time, controlling Onfoy. Onfoy is in bad spot here.
#T2# Onfoy rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#SUB2# Osborne seems to be working for a kimura but Onfoy defends the submission attempt.#SUB2# Osborne is trying to work for a kimura but Onfoy is defending well.
The fighters are battling for position here. Onfoy manages to regain full guard. Nice work. Osborne trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3# Osborne looking to sit in guard and control but Onfoy gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR# Osborne is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2# Osborne has an active guard here but Onfoy has managed to pass into half guard.
Osborne wants to get back to full guard. Onfoy is looking to take a break and control but Osborne is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Onfoy trying to control the pace. Osborne is looking to improve his position.
#T4# Onfoy slips a nice elbow through Osborne's hands, connecting with Osborne's forehead. Onfoy working the head and body with strikes. #SUB2# Osborne looking for subs from the bottom but Onfoy mounts him! The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Osborne manages to regain half guard. Good work. Onfoy lands with a punch from half guard. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jahsem Onfoy dominated that second round. That's time! Onfoy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3# Onfoy blocks a jab. Osborne pivots, looking for a leg kick but Onfoy is out of range and Osborne settles back down. Onfoy blocks a jab. Osborne tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Osborne throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Onfoy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Osborne was well out of range. Poor timing from Onfoy. Osborne moves out of range of the body kick from Onfoy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Onfoy misses with a hook.#TD# Onfoy shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Osborne napping and manages to drive through into side control! Onfoy lands a nice forearm strike. #T1# Osborne manages to work his way to half guard, despite Onfoy's best efforts. Onfoy seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Osborne does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. Onfoy working Osborne over with strikes. Osborne on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. Onfoy works his way into full mount! Anakin Osborne has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Osborne is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. Osborne is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T2# Onfoy putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound! Onfoy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Osborne can do to turn this around? Osborne wants to control but Onfoy is having none of it. Osborne is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Onfoy is staying active. Osborne regains half guard. Onfoy is thwarting Osborne's attempts to control the position. Onfoy is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. Onfoy looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Osborne with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. Onfoy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Osborne keeps working. #T3##SUB2# Osborne has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Onfoy escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Onfoy! Onfoy looks up at the clock and then as Osborne takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Onfoy smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Onfoy in side control, just content to control the action for now. Onfoy looks up at the clock and then as Osborne takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Onfoy smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
#ROC#Osborne is rocked! Jahsem Onfoy overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Onfoy lands an elbow. Osborne is still in real trouble! Can Onfoy finish him? Onfoy is looking to take a break and control but Osborne is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Onfoy works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head. Onfoy has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T4# Osborne taking a bit of punishment here - Onfoy scoring with strikes. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. You can see the frustration on Osborne's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Osborne is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Onfoy is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Osborne is looking to improve his position but Onfoy isn't that keen on the idea. A big strike lands for Onfoy! That's really hurt Osborne and he's turned his back - Onfoy keeps firing away and the ref dives in to stop the fight! Onfoy jumps to his feet to celebrate the victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jahsem Onfoy! Jahsem Onfoy seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
ENIGMA 256 Remington v Serrano
Date: May 10, 2025 |
#R1# Drummond takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #CUT2#It looks like Deebo Drummond has been cut. Drummond misses with a leg kick and Que counters with a lovely straight right hand! A punch lands to the side of Drummond 's head but he takes it in his stride. A slow jab from Que misses its intended target. #KD2# Que throws a big overhand right that connects, sending Drummond tumbling to the canvas!#ROC2#Drummond is rocked! This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2# Que drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Que jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Oh Drummond is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!! Que trying to control the position from guard on top but Drummond is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Que looking to pass the guard. Drummond seems to have got his legs back now. Que is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position. Que wants to control from the top but Drummond keeps moving. Que must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB# Drummond escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Que gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T1# Que is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. Que trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB# Drummond isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Que stacks Drummond 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 Que! Que tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #SUB2# Que in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Drummond is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Omnipotent Que! Our winner, Omnipotent Que, 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:
Alpha-1: New Era
Date: May 10, 2025 |
#R1# The fight stays on the outside here - Onana looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Onana looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Onana throws the kick towards the body but Honda Jr avoids it. Honda Jr is looking to counter punch. Onana misses with a leg kick and Honda Jr counters with a straight right hand. Honda Jr paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Honda Jr swings for the body but Onana moves out of range.
Onana swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Honda Jr wants to clinch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Onana blocks a head kick by Honda Jr.
Piston Honda Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Honda Jr misses with an uppercut
and Onana connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1# Onana connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #CL# Honda Jr closes the distance and pushes Onana back into the cage. Onana misses with a short punch on the inside. Honda Jr definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Honda Jr misses with a punch to the body.
Onana has a couple of punches blocked by Honda Jr.
Onana softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Onana fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Onana stalling in the clinch but Honda Jr improves position. Onana misses with a hook from the clinch. Honda Jr lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Onana has a couple of punches blocked by Honda Jr.
Onana fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Onana throws a punch but it's blocked by Honda Jr. Onana tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Honda Jr smiles and moves away.
#T2# Honda Jr looks to land a body kick but Onana moved away. Honda Jr throws an off balance right hand
and Onana counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. A head kick by Honda Jr misses and Onana counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. This has been an exciting period of action! Honda Jr throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Onana throws out a counter right but Honda Jr avoids it with no problem. Onana misses with a body shot
and Honda Jr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Onana uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Honda Jr. Onana tries to clinch up. Onana throws a head kick that misses. Honda Jr throws a body kick despite being completely out of range and Onana counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Onana dips to his left and cracks Honda Jr with an uppercut!#T3# Nice uppercut lands for Honda Jr. That snapped Onana's head back.
Honda Jr lands a nice looking kick to the body. Onana takes a step back to recover. Honda Jr scores with the left hand. Onana knows he should have avoided that one. Honda Jr lands with a right hand. Onana takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Honda Jr avoids the body shot from Onana.
Onana gets caught by a big overhand right and goes down! Honda Jr gets on top of him and starts throwing some serious punches until the ref intervenes and stops the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Piston Honda Jr! Piston Honda Jr seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
Grappling Hype -16-
Date: May 04, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Gabe Utsecks! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 5 losses; Big Guy! The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, George Francis and Alan Glass.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD# Utsecks shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Guy is trying to defend but Utsecks finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Utsecks (2) vs (0) Guy Guy wants to control but Utsecks is keeping busy and won't allow it. Utsecks prevents Guy from improving his position. Utsecks is pressing down on Guy's thigh, looking to free his foot. Guy is holding on for now. The fighters are battling for position here. Guy manages to regain full guard. Nice work. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Utsecks trying to control the position from guard on top but Guy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2# Guy is looking for a triangle but Utsecks pushes his legs off easily.
#T1# Guy looking to hit a scissor sweep but Utsecks is one step ahead there. Utsecks stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Guy swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2# Guy escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Utsecks gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Guy is trying to control the position but Utsecks postures up. Guy keeping moving, preventing Utsecks from controlling successfully. #T2##SUB2# Guy looking for a guillotine here but Utsecks defends easily.
Utsecks stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Guy swivels though and keeps the full guard. Utsecks preventing the sweep. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Guy looking to control.
#SUB2# Guy is looking for a triangle but Utsecks pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2# Guy throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T3# Utsecks trying to control but Guy is working from the bottom. Utsecks looking to pass the guard. Guy keeping moving, preventing Utsecks from controlling successfully. Guy lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Utsecks (2) vs (2) Guy#SUB# Utsecks working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Guy doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Guy manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB# Utsecks has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Guy 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 Utsecks. Score +3 for passing guard: Utsecks (2) vs (5) Guy#T4# Guy tries to move to mount but Utsecks blocks the move with his legs. #SUB2# Guy looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. Guy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Utsecks keeps working. Guy works to advance to full mount. Utsecks defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Utsecks (2) vs (7) Guy#SUB2# Guy moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Utsecks has worked his arm free - good work by Utsecks!
#T5# Utsecks tries to improve position but can't. Utsecks manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB# Utsecks has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Guy escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Guy! Score +3 for passing guard: Utsecks (2) vs (10) Guy Utsecks wants to control but Guy postures up. Guy works to advance to full mount. Utsecks defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Utsecks (2) vs (12) Guy Utsecks wants to control but Guy is having none of it. Guy wants to control the pace but Utsecks is squirming around nicely. #T6# Guy might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Utsecks haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time. Utsecks is looking to get to half guard. Guy trying to control but Utsecks is having none of it. Guy content just to control the position here. #SUB2# Guy is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Utsecks has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Utsecks! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Utsecks (4) vs (12) Guy#T7# Guy keeping moving, preventing Utsecks from controlling successfully. Utsecks stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Guy swivels though and keeps the full guard. Utsecks trying to control but Guy is working from the bottom. Utsecks slips nicely into half guard. Utsecks tries to pass to full mount but Guy defends it. #T8##SUB2# Guy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Guy is pressing down on Utsecks's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Utsecks stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Guy swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2# Guy looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2# Guy looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Utsecks looking to pass the guard. #T9# Utsecks trying to control but Guy is working from the bottom. #SUB2# Guy had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Utsecks defends it easily.#SUB2# Guy working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Utsecks has passed into half guard!
Guy is looking to control Utsecks's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Guy avoid being mounted?#T10# Guy is staying active underneath Utsecks, who seems content to just control the action from this position. Utsecks controlling the pace. Guy is looking to control Utsecks's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Guy avoid being mounted?#SUB2# Guy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Utsecks pulls his head out easily. Guy is looking for a sweep. Utsecks is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Utsecks trying to mount his opponent but Guy defends it. Utsecks with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T11# Guy wants to get back to full guard.#SUB# Utsecks is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Guy sees it coming and defends easily. Guy is staying active underneath Utsecks, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2# Guy actively working from the bottom here. Utsecks tries to pass to full mount but Guy defends it. #T12# Utsecks performing his best blanket impression for a moment. Utsecks wants to control but Guy is keeping him busy. #SUB2# Guy looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Guy regains full guard. Nicely done. Utsecks trying to control the position from guard on top but Guy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2# Guy looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T13##SUB2# Guy is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Utsecks is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2# Guy escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Utsecks gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Utsecks forces his way into half guard. Utsecks is pressing down on Guy's thigh, looking to free his foot. Guy is holding on for now. Guy is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Guy controlling the position well. #T14# Utsecks is trying to control. Guy wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Guy wants to get back to full guard. Guy trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Utsecks manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Utsecks (7) vs (12) Guy Guy is working to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight! Guy wins on points by 12 to 7. |
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Event:
MMA Hype -55-
Date: Apr 30, 2025 |
#R1# Torrente lands a nice looking body shot.
Torrente is looking to clinch but Yoshida is avoiding it.
Torrente looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Torrente tries to clinch but fails miserably enabling Yoshida to counter with a crisp jab. Torrente scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Yoshida connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Torrente tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Yoshida throws a low kick but Torrente avoids it. Yoshida misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Torrente.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL# Torrente closes the distance and clinches. Torrente is leaning against Yoshida and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. A left hand lands to the body for Yoshida.
Yoshida softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Yoshida swings wildly with an uppercut but Torrente uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1# Torrente lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT#It looks like Yosuke Yoshida has been cut. Yoshida avoids the elbow strike from Torrente, against the cage.
Torrente struggles to land a body shot inside as Yoshida controls his hands.
Torrente blocks a body shot from Yoshida. Yoshida struggles to land a body shot inside as Torrente controls his hands.
Yoshida fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Torrente lands a hook to the side of the head. Yoshida content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Yoshida swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Yoshida misses with some punches.
Yoshida lands on the inside with an uppercut. Yoshida works on Torrente's body with a couple of short punches. Yoshida taking a breather. Torrente blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Torrente blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Yoshida misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Torrente fails to land. Yoshida avoids a wild elbow strike from Torrente. Yoshida working aggressively here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Yoshida. Yoshida softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T2# Torrente lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Yoshida backwards. This has been an exciting period of action! Yoshida tries to throw a body punch but Torrente avoids it by throwing Yoshida back against the cage. Torrente lands a shoulder strike. Torrente blocks an uppercut.
Yoshida makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Nice body punch from Torrente. Torrente misses with the head strike.
Yoshida goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Torrente digs a right hand underneath Yoshida's ribcage. Yoshida let out a lung full of air as it connected. Good anti-grappling being displayed by Torrente as Yoshida tries to tie him up. A nice glancing elbow lands by Torrente. Yoshida tries a body shot but Torrente blocks it.
Torrente blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Yoshida. Yoshida has a couple of punches blocked by Torrente.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Torrente. With the two fighters working up against the cage, Torrente just misses with a elbow thrown towards Yoshida's brow. Yoshida avoids a wild elbow strike from Torrente. Yoshida misses with a hook from the clinch. A nice glancing elbow lands by Torrente. #T3# Yoshida working aggressively here.
Torrente blocks a body shot from Yoshida. A hook to the body from Yoshida.
Yoshida tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Torrente's elbow. Yoshida misses with a hook from the clinch. Torrente looks to throw an elbow but misses. Torrente lands a nice elbow. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Torrente creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Torrente tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. We've been informed that Yoshida has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight. Yoshida lands an uppercut. Nice elbow from Torrente. Torrente creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Yoshida's defenses. #CUT#That has opened up Yosuke Yoshida's cut even more. Torrente pushes off an throws an elbow but Yoshida leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage. Yoshida blocks the elbow strike.
Yoshida tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Torrente's elbow. Torrente tries to work over Yoshida's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Torrente lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Yoshida. Yoshida blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Torrente lands with a left to the head. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Yoshida tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Torrente's elbow. Yoshida working aggressively here.
#T4# Yoshida misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Torrente gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. Torrente lands an elbow inside that Yoshida shrugs off. Nice elbow from Torrente. #CUT#The cut above Yosuke Yoshida's eye is starting to cause him problems now. Yoshida working aggressively here.
Torrente blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Yoshida misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Yoshida misses with a punch on the inside.
Torrente blocks an uppercut.
Torrente goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Torrente. A head punch on the inside from Torrente fails to land. Torrente throws a head punch that misses. Torrente scores with a nice hook to the head. Yoshida misses with a punch to the body.
Yoshida lands a nice uppercut. Yoshida swings wildly with an uppercut but Torrente uses good head movement to avoid it. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. With the fighters up against the cage, Torrente throws an elbow but misses. A short right from Torrente. 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 Victor Torrente Torrente will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Yosuke Yoshida's cut. That's time! Back to the action!#R2# Torrente tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Torrente ducks under a wild hook from Yoshida. Torrente ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Yoshida moves away. Torrente lands with a right hand. Torrente drops his hands momentarily and Yoshida takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Torrente lands a right hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. The fighters circle momentarily. Yoshida darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. Yoshida misses with a hook. Torrente is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Yoshida. Yoshida motions for Torrente to come forward. Yoshida throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #T1# Yoshida with the inside leg kick. Torrente takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Torrente lands the left hand. Yoshida scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Torrente throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Good work by Torrente as he checks the leg kick. Good exchange - Torrente coming out on top. Torrente scores with a sloppy right hand. Yoshida should have avoided that one. Torrente smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T2# Torrente fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Yoshida on the side of the head. Yoshida lands with a shot to the body. This has been an exciting period of action! Torrente misses with a body shot.
Yoshida uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Torrente.
Torrente swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Yoshida looks like he wants to counter punch here. A looping hook to the body misses from Yoshida. Torrente does a little dance to reset his feet. Torrente blocks a low kick nicely. Yoshida misses the jab. Yoshida throws a shot from downtown. Torrente moves away and avoids it.#T3# Torrente wants to clinch. Victor Torrente Torrente seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Yoshida throws a low kick but Torrente moves out of range easily. Yoshida throws a looping overhand right but Torrente ducks down to avoid it. Torrente dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL2# Yoshida moves into the clinch. Yoshida lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Torrente backwards. Torrente scores with a hook to the body. Torrente blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Torrente stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#T4# Yoshida misses with a punch to the body.
Torrente lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. Torrente tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Yoshida's elbow. Yoshida working aggressively here.
Torrente tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Yoshida's elbow. Torrente lands a shot to the body. Torrente lands a body shot. Yoshida misses with a hook from the clinch. Torrente misses with a hook to the ribs.
Torrente misses with a hook to the ribs.
Torrente swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Torrente tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Yoshida's elbow. Yoshida swings wildly with an uppercut but Torrente uses good head movement to avoid it. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Torrente fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Yoshida swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Torrente lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Yoshida backwards. Torrente prevents a body shot from Yoshida. Torrente lands an elbow inside. Yoshida tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Victor Torrente Torrente will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Yosuke Yoshida's cut. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3##CL# Torrente takes the fight into the clinch. Victor Torrente Torrente is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Yoshida swings wildly with an uppercut but Torrente uses good head movement to avoid it. Yoshida swings wildly with an uppercut but Torrente uses good head movement to avoid it. Yoshida tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Torrente works on Yoshida's body with a couple of short punches. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Yoshida blocks an elbow strike. Yoshida working aggressively here.
Yoshida lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Yoshida misses with a punch to the body.
#T1# Torrente prevents a body shot from Yoshida. Torrente can't find room to land a body shot as Yoshida controls the action.
Yoshida is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Torrente is keeping busy. Yoshida throws a punch but it's blocked by Torrente. Torrente blocks a body shot from Yoshida. Yoshida controlling the action here for a moment.
Torrente blocks a body shot from Yoshida. Torrente pushes Yoshida back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Yoshida misses with some punches.
Yoshida misses with a punch on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Torrente.
Yoshida tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. A right hook to the body lands for Torrente.
Yoshida throws a punch but it's blocked by Torrente. Yoshida lands a shot to the body. Yoshida struggles to land a body shot inside as Torrente controls his hands.
Yoshida misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Torrente misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Yoshida blocking some punches.
Yoshida misses with the head strike.
#T3# Torrente blocks a body shot from Yoshida. Yoshida blocks an elbow strike from Torrente.
Yosuke Yoshida has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Yoshida takes an elbow to the temple. Torrente blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Yoshida throws a punch but it's blocked by Torrente. Yoshida can't find room to land a body shot as Torrente controls the action.
Yoshida struggles to land a body shot inside as Torrente controls his hands.
Yoshida can't find room to land a body shot as Torrente controls the action.
Yoshida misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Torrente tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Yoshida's elbow. Yoshida swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T4# The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Yoshida takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. Yoshida tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Yoshida has a couple of punches blocked by Torrente.
A left hand lands to the body for Yoshida.
Torrente lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. A head punch on the inside from Yoshida fails to land. Torrente prevents a body shot from Yoshida. Yoshida misses with a body punch.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Torrente. Yoshida tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Torrente's elbow. Yoshida tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Yosuke Yoshida. I think Torrente has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 29:28 Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:28 Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Victor Torrente Torrente! |
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Event:
FREAKSHOW 15 OPENWEIGHT ROAD
Date: Apr 30, 2025 |
#R1# Stanton swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Stanton changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Stanton moves out of range of the strikes. Stanton scores with a jab. Peterson fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Peterson lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. Peterson blocks the body kick.
Peterson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Stanton is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Peterson. Peterson throws an off balance right hand
and Stanton counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Peterson throws a body shot but no joy. Stanton is looking to counter punch. Peterson throws a right hand that Stanton ducks under and follows up with a left that Stanton also avoids with ease. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Peterson throws a combination. Stanton tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#T1# Stanton takes a shot right to the bread basket. Peterson scores with a jab. Stanton acknowledges it with a nod of the head. A looping hook to the body misses from Peterson. Stanton does a little dance to reset his feet. Peterson ducks under a wild hook from Stanton. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Peterson. Stanton looks to land a left hand but Peterson moved out of range nicely. Peterson connects with a nice looking jab.
Peterson sizes up Stanton with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Peterson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Stanton misses with a wild body shot. #T2# Stanton slips a jab and a cross from Peterson.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Peterson crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Stanton - the referee stops the clock and Peterson gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Stanton. Peterson manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Stanton, as that shot connected.
#CUT#It looks like Mark Peterson has been cut. Stanton ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Peterson moves away. Stanton is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Peterson. A bone on bone clash there as Peterson blocks the leg kick.
Stanton throws a looping overhand right but Peterson ducks down to avoid it. Stanton throws a lazy right hand but Peterson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Peterson works Stanton's body with a nice hook. Stanton connects with a crisp jab. Peterson fails in his attempt to clinch. Stanton is looking to counter with head kicks.#T3# Peterson with a nice cross. Peterson works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Peterson lands the left hand. Stanton on the wrong end of a nice jab.#ROC2#Stanton is rocked! Peterson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Oh Stanton is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Peterson misses with an uppercut. Stanton saw that one coming. Stanton seems to have got his legs back now. Stanton takes a swing at Peterson's ribcage but misses. Stanton takes a shot right to the bread basket. Stanton throws a hook but Peterson blocks it. Stanton with a nice calf kick.#T4# Stanton misses with an uppercut. Peterson throws a counter combo. Peterson is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Stanton had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush. Peterson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Stanton manages to avoid it. A head kick from Stanton lands but Peterson takes it in his stride. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL2# Peterson has managed to clinch.
Stanton has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. Stanton jumps guard but Peterson stands there with Stanton around his waist. Stanton gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Peterson taking a breather. Stanton throws a head punch that misses. Stanton tries a body shot but Peterson blocks it.
Stanton lands a hook to the side of the head. The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Peterson takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. Stanton misses with a hook from the clinch. #T5# Both guys are working to get underhooks. Stanton stalling in the clinch but Peterson improves position. Maybe Stanton would be better served going for some more strikes rather than trying to control so much. A right hook to the body lands for Stanton.
A body shot lands from Peterson.
A short right from Peterson on the inside. Stanton looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio. Stanton tries to work over Peterson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Peterson blocks a body shot from Stanton. Peterson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Stanton blocks a body shot from Peterson. #BC# Stanton escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Stanton takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Peterson misses with a body shot
and Stanton counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Peterson scores with a jab to the jaw. Peterson checks a leg kick nicely.#T6# Peterson throws an off balance right hand
letting Stanton counter with a right hand. #ROC#Peterson is rocked! Peterson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Stanton manages to avoid it. Stanton throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Peterson counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Stanton thinking. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Stanton walks into a jab. Peterson staying out of range there. Peterson throws a right hand that Stanton ducks under and follows up with a left that Stanton also avoids with ease. Peterson on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Stanton takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Peterson jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Mark Peterson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Stanton displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Peterson throws out the jab. Well,Stanton is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?#T7# Peterson tries to grapple but his opponent circles enabling Stanton to counter with a crisp jab. Peterson is still on wobbly legs! Can Stanton finish him? Stanton lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Peterson falls backwards - clearly groggy! Stanton dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nate Stanton! |
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Event:
Grappling Hype -14-
Date: Apr 27, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 5 losses; Jack Dredd! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 4 losses; Big Guy! The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Wesley Smith and Alan Glass.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD# Dredd closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Guy quickly recovers to half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dredd (2) vs (0) Guy#SUB2# Guy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Guy regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB# Dredd is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Guy is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Guy has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dredd (2) vs (2) Guy Guy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dredd is keeping the position for now. Guy is still trying to improve position. Dredd can't keep his opponent in guard - Guy advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Guy is pressing down on Dredd's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dredd is holding on for now. Dredd gets back to full guard.
#SUB# Dredd looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Guy passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Dredd (2) vs (5) Guy#T1# Guy wants to control but Dredd is keeping him busy. Dredd tries to buck Guy off but Guy is having none of it.#SUB2# Guy looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. Dredd manages to work his way to half guard, despite Guy's best efforts. Dredd moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Guy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB# The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Dredd is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Dredd keeping moving, preventing Guy from controlling successfully. #T2##SUB# Guy is sitting in close to Dredd's body. Dredd has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Guy is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Guy is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Dredd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Jack Dredd! Jack Dredd thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
HFA 49
Date: Apr 26, 2025 |
#R1# Jyung Gong sizes up Aka with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #CUT#It looks like Koa Aka has been cut. Aka stuns Jyung Gong with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Jyung Gong takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Aka avoids the body shot from Jyung Gong.
Aka throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Aka throws a body shot but no joy. #CL2# Jyung Gong tries to keep at a distance but Aka has taken the fight into the clinch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Jyung Gong is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body. Aka on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Jyung Gong lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Aka backwards. Aka tries to throw a body punch but Jyung Gong avoids it by throwing Aka back against the cage. A short left from Aka. #T1# Aka avoiding damage as Jyung Gong throws knees to the body.
Jyung Gong pushes Aka back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Jyung Gong misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Aka.
Aka blocks a body shot from Jyung Gong. We've been informed that Aka has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result. Jyung Gong misses with a short punch on the inside. A head punch blocked on the inside by Aka. Jyung Gong is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Jyung Gong creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Jyung Gong with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Jyung Gong lands a body punch in the clinch. Aka lands with a right to the head. Aka misses with a hook to the ribs.
Aka pushes Jyung Gong back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Jyung Gong prevents a body shot from Aka. Aka swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Stalling in the clinch from Aka.
Aka misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jyung Gong lands a shot to the body. Jyung Gong misses with a short punch on the inside. #T2# Aka lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Jyung Gong backwards. 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! Jyung Gong misses with a punch on the inside.
Jyung Gong lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Aka backwards. Aka struggles to land a body shot inside as Jyung Gong controls his hands.
Jyung Gong's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Aka has Jyung Gong pushed against the cage. Aka throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Jyung Gongs head. Jyung Gong misses with some punches.
A body shot lands from Jyung Gong.
Aka looks winded! A head punch on the inside from Jyung Gong fails to land. Jyung Gong definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Aka has a couple of punches blocked by Jyung Gong.
Jyung Gong taking a breather. A head punch blocked on the inside by Aka. Aka lands a hook that snaps the head of Jyung Gong backwards. A nice right hand lands inside from Jyung Gong. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Aka creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Aka misses with some punches.
Aka lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. A nice left hand lands by Aka.
#T3# Aka misses with a body punch.
Aka working aggressively here.
Jyung Gong blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Aka blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jyung Gong misses with a punch on the inside.
Aka lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Aka tries to work over Jyung Gong's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Aka on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Jyung Gong tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Aka's elbow. Jyung Gong is leaning against Aka and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Aka scores with a shot to the side of Jyung Gong's head. Aka tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Jyung Gong looking to slow down the pace here. Jyung Gong lands a left hand that snaps the head of Aka backwards. A quick uppercut on the inside from Jyung Gong. Jyung Gong is looking to control Aka's arms but Aka gets an underhook and turns him. Now Jyung Gong has his back to the cage. Jyung Gong lands a right hand that snaps the head of Aka backwards. #T4# A short body shot lands from Aka as the two fighters clinch.
Aka swings wildly with an uppercut but Jyung Gong uses good head movement to avoid it. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Aka creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. This has been an exciting period of action! Jyung Gong taking a breather. Aka misses with a hook to the ribs.
Aka lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Aka. Jyung Gong lands a knee to the head.
Jyung Gong with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Jyung Gong misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Aka. Aka throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Aka lands a shoulder strike. Jyung Gong misses with a hook from the clinch. Jyung Gong is looking to control Aka's arms but Aka gets an underhook and turns him. Now Jyung Gong has his back to the cage. Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Aka. Aka has a couple of punches blocked by Jyung Gong.
Jyung Gong takes a shot to the head. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Koa Aka will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Koa Aka's cut. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2# Jyung Gong avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#KD# Oooooh!!! Jyung Gong has knocked Aka down with a huge combo! Jyung Gong steps away and waves a wobbly Aka back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#KD# Jyung Gong lands a big uppercut and Aka crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Aka looks OK. Jyung Gong waves Aka back to his feet!#ROC#Aka is rocked!#CUT#That has opened up Koa Aka's cut even more. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Aka throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Jyung Gong. Jyung Gong swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Aka gets cracked there but stands up to it.
#CUT#The cut above Koa Aka's eye is starting to cause him problems now. Aka misses with a shot to the body and Jyung Gong counters with a left and a right... and another left... and another!! That last one turned off the lights! Aka has no idea who he is and is as he gazes up at the spotlights. Brutal knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Ha Jyung Gong! |
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Event:
Pit Warriors 1
Date: Apr 25, 2025 |
#R1# Luu thuds his shin into the meat of Kingston's side. Kova Luu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Luu throws a leg kick and Kingston makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Luu really felt that one! Luu looks to land a body kick but Kingston moved away. Luu tries a head kick but it misses.
Kingston definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Luu scores with a decent looking hook. Kingston scores with a slapping inside leg kick. A slapping leg kick lands for Luu.
Luu throws a head kick but Kingston moves out of range.
Kingston tries a head kick but it misses.
#CL2# Luu has Kingston up against the cage in a clinch.
Kingston avoiding damage as Luu throws knees to the body.
Kingston throws a head punch that misses. Luu creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Kingston's defenses. #CUT2#It looks like Jumba Kingston has been cut. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Kingston misses with a punch on the inside.
#T1# A right hand to the body from Luu.
Luu lands an elbow inside. Kingston lands a hook that snaps the head of Luu backwards. Kingston lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A short right from Kingston on the inside. Kingston has a couple of punches blocked by Luu.
Kingston scores with a shot to the side of Luu's head. Luu misses with a hook to the ribs.
Luu using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Kingston has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Kingston lands a left hand.
Kingston lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Kingston takes a knee right on the jaw!
This has been an exciting period of action! Kingston is struggling to control the position. Kingston blocks an elbow strike from Luu.
Kingston pushes Luu back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Kingston blocks an elbow strike from Luu.
Luu missing with knees to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kingston. #T2# Luu tries to work over Kingston's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Kingston lands a shot to the body. Kingston swings wildly with an uppercut but Luu uses good head movement to avoid it. Luu with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Kingston misses with a short punch on the inside. Kingston digs a right hand into Luu's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Luu's gas tank. Knees in the clinch landing for Luu.
Luu misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kingston digs a right hand underneath Luu's ribcage. Luu let out a lung full of air as it connected. Still in the clinch, Kingston scores with a nice short uppercut. Luu trying to land knees to the body.
A short right from Kingston on the inside. Luu throws a head punch that misses. Kingston content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Luu lands a body punch. Kingston throws a punch but it's blocked by Luu. A short body shot lands from Kingston as the two fighters clinch.
Luu looks winded! Luu lands an elbow inside. #T3# Kingston scores with a shot to the side of Luu's head. A head punch blocked on the inside by Luu. Luu blocking some punches.
Luu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Luu tries to land knees in the clinch but Kingston avoids the damage to the body. A short right hand to the side of the head by Kingston. Luu creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Kingston's defenses. Luu blocks a body shot from Kingston. Luu tries to land a knee to the head but Kingston blocks with his arms.
A left hand lands to the body for Kingston.
Luu missing with knees to the body.
Kingston lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Kingston lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Luu. Kingston lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Luu or not. Kingston lands a left hand.
Kingston lands with a right to the head. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Kingston is leaning against Luu and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Kingston lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Kingston is leaning against Luu and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Kingston lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T4# Luu takes a shot to the head. Kingston gets through Luu's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#ROC#Luu is rocked! Kingston misses with some punches.
Luu is still on wobbly legs! Can Kingston finish him? Luu blocks an uppercut.
Kingston working aggressively here.
Kingston fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kingston misses with a short punch on the inside. Kingston misses with a short punch on the inside. Luu blocking some punches.
Kingston swings wildly with an uppercut but Luu uses good head movement to avoid it. A head punch on the inside from Kingston fails to land. A short body shot lands from Kingston as the two fighters clinch.
Kingston misses with the head strike.
Kingston throws a punch but it's blocked by Luu. Kingston misses with some punches.
Luu throws a punch but it's blocked by Kingston. Kingston has a couple of punches blocked by Luu.
A head punch on the inside from Kingston fails to land. Luu blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kingston misses with a short punch on the inside. Kingston blocks a body shot from Luu. Luu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Kingston fails to land. Kingston swings wildly with an uppercut but Luu uses good head movement to avoid it. Kingston misses with some punches.
Luu seems to have recovered his senses. Kingston misses with some punches.
Kingston creates a bit of space for himself and unleashed what can only be described as a tiger uppercut, straight out of Street Fighter! Luu crashes to the mat! Can he make it back to his feet in time? 3,4,5,6... it doesn't look like he's going to make it! Luu face plants back to the mat and the referee calls off the fight! Kingston takes it with a brutal technical knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Jumba Kingston! |
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Event:
The 408 - Qualifying Round
Date: Apr 21, 2025 |
#R1# Sato scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Sato displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Porro throws out the jab. Sato checks a leg kick. Jab by Sato. Sato lands a right hook to the body.
Sato fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Porro manages to avoid it. Porro thows a leg kick but Sato checks it letting Sato counter with a right hand. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2# Sato has taken the fight to the clinch.
Sato tries to throw a body punch but Porro avoids it by throwing Sato back against the cage. Sato stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Sato prevents a body shot from Porro. Porro misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T1# Sato blocks a body shot from Porro. Porro lands a hook to the side of the head. Porro misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sato lands a nice shot to the body. Porro misses with a body punch.
Porro blocks a body shot from Sato. Sato misses with a body punch.
Sato softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Sato goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Porro definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Sato pushes Porro back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Sato scores with a nice hook to the head. A short uppercut from Sato. Sato lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Sato misses with the head strike.
Porro trying to stall but Sato improves his position.
Sato misses with some punches.
Sato tries to throw a body punch but Porro avoids it by throwing Sato back against the cage. Sato lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Porro misses with a body punch.
Sato works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Porro pushes Sato back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Sato looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T2# A shot in the inside from Porro. Sato can't find room to land a body shot as Porro controls the action.
Porro misses with a short punch on the inside. Sato lands a shoulder strike. Nice body punch from Sato - that landed with a thud.
Nice body punch from Sato. Sato lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Sato lands a body shot in the clinch.
Sato throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Porro is breathing heavily. Sato tries to throw a body punch but Porro avoids it by throwing Sato back against the cage. Sato tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Porro's elbow. Sato scores with a shoulder strike. Porro goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short body shot lands from Sato as the two fighters clinch.
Sato lands a left hand.
Porro tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Still in the clinch, Sato scores with a nice short uppercut. Sato softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Sato lands with a short shot to the head. Sato makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T3# Sato tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Porro's elbow. Nice body punch from Sato - that landed with a thud.
Sato lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Sato stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Sato lands a hook to the side of the head. Sato tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Porro's elbow. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Sato creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. A head punch on the inside from Porro fails to land. Sato lands on the inside with an uppercut. Sato lands a nice shot to the body. Sato lands a body shot in the clinch.
Porro's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Nice body punch from Sato - that landed with a thud.
Sato doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sato lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Porro backwards. Sato lands a shoulder strike. 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! Porro looking to slow down the pace here. Sato tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Porro's elbow. Sato lands a body punch. #T4# Porro blocks a body shot from Sato. Sato lands with a right to the head. A short right from Sato on the inside. Sato misses with a punch to the body.
Sato misses with a hook to the ribs.
A shot in the inside from Sato. Porro tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Sato struggles to land a body shot inside as Porro controls his hands.
Sato lands with a light punch inside. Porro tries to work over Sato's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Sato blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Porro tries to throw a body punch but Sato avoids it by throwing Porro back against the cage. Porro misses with some punches.
Sato blocks a body shot from Porro. Sato scores with a shoulder strike. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Sato misses with a punch on the inside.
Sato lands a shoulder strike. Sato lands a body shot in the clinch.
Sato lands with a left to the head. Sato scores with an uppercut up the middle. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Akira Sato dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2# Sato punishes Porro's body with a nice straight punch. Porro on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Porro misses with a body shot
and Sato connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Porro uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sato. Porro appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#KD2# Sato sends Porro crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Sato is motioning to the referee to let Porro up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC2#Porro is rocked! Sato has been the more effective fighter overall so far. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Sato weaves into range and cracks Porro right on the temple with a beautiful overhand right! Porro goes down! He's out cold! Wow, what a beautiful knockout! Sato is strutting round the canvas like a movie star as the camera bulbs flash frantically.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Akira Sato! An out of breath Akira Sato 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:
Grappling Hype -12-
Date: Apr 20, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 7 losses; Gadzhimagomed Magomedov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Big Guy! The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Frank Dennis and Gwen Towbar.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2# Guy scores with a takedown into Magomedov's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Magomedov (0) vs (2) Guy Guy wants to control from the top but Magomedov keeps moving. Guy is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully. Guy works a leg free and moves into half guard. Guy is looking to advance position but Magomedov won't allow it. Magomedov on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Magomedov tries to get out of the position.#SUB# Magomedov looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Magomedov is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Guy jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Magomedov (0) vs (5) Guy We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Magomedov is trying to get back to half guard. Magomedov knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Guy on the ground. Guy is staying tight to Magomedov's torso, preventing him from escaping. #T1##SUB2# Guy wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Magomedov, who protects the arm well. #SUB2# Guy thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. Magomedov prevents Guy from moving into mount. Guy has control of an arm but Magomedov manages to advance to Guy's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Magomedov (4) vs (5) Guy Guy trying to control the position but Magomedov manages to sink in the hooks. You can see the frustration on Guy's face� He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Magomedov really is a fat lump. Guy rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Guy is looking for a sweep. Magomedov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2# Magomedov trying to control the action but Guy is working from the bottom. #SUB2# Guy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Magomedov pulls his head out easily. Guy is pressing down on Magomedov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Magomedov trying to move into half guard but instead Guy has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Magomedov (4) vs (7) Guy Magomedov looking for a sweep. Not yet Magomedov, not yet. Guy controls the pace of the fight for a moment. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Guy sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Magomedov's guard. #SUB2# Guy is looking for a kimura but Magomedov is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Guy to get the leverage. Magomedov wants to sweep but Guy has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Magomedov (4) vs (10) Guy#SUB2# Guy is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Magomedov knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T3# Magomedov is positioning himself to get back to half guard. Guy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Magomedov keeps working. Magomedov can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB2# Guy tries for a kimura but Magomedov is defending well. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4# Guy is looking to take a break and control but Magomedov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2# Guy looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. Guy trying to control the action but Magomedov is working from the bottom. Magomedov is trying to get back to half guard. Guy passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Magomedov! Score +2 for reaching mount: Magomedov (4) vs (12) Guy#T5# Guy fails to advance to Magomedov's back. Magomedov is in all sorts of trouble here.
Magomedov is working hard here to advance position. Guy wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it. Magomedov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Guy wants to control the pace but Magomedov is squirming around nicely. #SUB2# Guy is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Magomedov is surviving well by controlling Guy's body position as best he can. Guy wants to control the pace but Magomedov is squirming around nicely. #T6##SUB2# Guy working for a guillotine from mount but Magomedov is in no mood to give up. Magomedov tries to improve his position but instead Guy has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Magomedov (4) vs (15) Guy A lull in the action here.
I really don't envy Magomedov right now.
#SUB2# Guy working for a choke but Magomedov is defending well. Guy tries to get the hooks in deep but Magomedov pushed the leg off. #T7# Guy is hanging on to Magomedov's back as he tries to escape.
#SUB2# Guy has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. Well, with Guy on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Magomedov is tapping out... Can he escape the position? Magomedov wants to escape the position.
Magomedov trying to control the hands but Guy won't let him. #SUB2# Guy looking for the choke from the back. Magomedov tries to escape the position.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Guy controlling the positon.#T8# Guy tries to get the hooks in deep but Magomedov pushed the leg off. #SUB2# Guy looking for the choke from the back. #SUB2# Magomedov is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
#SUB2# Guy is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
#SUB2# Guy has his arm under Magomedov's chin here. Game over son! Guy squeezes tightly and Magomedov is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Big Guy! Gadzhimagomed Magomedov spoke after the fight, saying 'Bratha... i need to trainy,sleepy and then i smesh'. |
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Event:
HFA 48
Date: Apr 19, 2025 |
#R1# Washington throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Odom Hunt is looking to counter with a shot to the body. Washington takes one to the side of the head.
Odom Hunt lands with a right hand. Odom Hunt throws out a powerful jab. Washington scores with a push kick. Odom Hunt misses with a body kick. Washington let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Odom Hunt misses with a series of wild punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Odom Hunt takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
We've been told by Odom Hunt's head coaches at Honu Arts that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#T1# Washington misses the jab. Washington looks to land a right hand but Odom Hunt moved out of range. Washington tries to land a front kick but Odom Hunt steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Washington misses with a looping right. Washington lands with a cross. Nice cross by Washington. Washington swings away with a body shot that misses
and Odom Hunt counters with a stiff right hand. Washington scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#T2# Washington misses with an attempted mid kick.
Washington tries to land a body kick enabling Odom Hunt to counter with a crisp jab. Washington fails to land with a series of punches.
Washington throws a body punch but Odom Hunt moves out of range. Odom Hunt connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Washington's hands.#ROC#Washington is rocked! The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Odom Hunt throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Odom Hunt scores with a nice body kick.
Odom Hunt throws a right hand that misses
and Washington finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body. Odom Hunt moves in looking to clinch but Washington pushes him off.#T3# Good exchange - Washington coming out on top. Washington moves out of range as Odom Hunt throws a body kick.
Washington throws a push kick but Odom Hunt slaps the foot to one side. A little feinted left hand from Odom Hunt on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Odom Hunt fails with an attempt to clinch.
Odom Hunt avoids a kick to the body.
It looked like Odom Hunt wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Odom Hunt gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. Washington lands with a slapping head kick. Washington tries a head kick but it misses.
#T4# Odom Hunt misses with a body kick. Odom Hunt jabbing away but nothing is landing. Odom Hunt blocks a head kick by Washington.
Washington lands a nice looking body kick. Jab, jab by Odom Hunt - just one landing. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Odom Hunt throws a body punch but Washington moves out of range. Washington swings for the body but Odom Hunt moves out of range.
Washington throws a half hearted mid kick. As Washington looks to move away, Odom Hunt throws a big counter combo but Washington just gets out of the way. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Adan Washington dominated that round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2# Odom Hunt missing with a left hand there. Washington was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Washington counters with a body kick. Washington delivers a nice body kick. Odom Hunt misses with a looping left. Odom Hunt takes a kick to the body and keeps moving. A looping hook to the body misses from Washington. Odom Hunt does a little dance to reset his feet. Odom Hunt avoids the body shot from Washington.
Odom Hunt throwing a counter right hand but Washington manages to avoid it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Washington. Adan Washington seems to be getting the better of the standup. Washington looks to throw the jab but Odom Hunt is out of range. A quick step to the side and Odom Hunt tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. Odom Hunt pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#T1# Washington pushes Odom Hunt away with a front kick. Odom Hunt throws the left hand but Washington avoids the punch easily. Odom Hunt throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Washington counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT2#It looks like Arthur Odom Hunt has been cut. Washington checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. A slow jab from Odom Hunt misses its intended target. Washington replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Odom Hunt blocks it well. Washington throws a lazy body kick and Washington takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. The fighters circling - Washington throws out the jab but it was never going to land. A telegraphed right hand from Washington misses the target. #T2# Washington moves out of range of the body kick from Odom Hunt.
Odom Hunt takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Washington looks to throw the jab but Odom Hunt is out of range. Odom Hunt will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body. Washington throws a series of punches but Odom Hunt moves out of range. Odom Hunt takes a kick to the side of the head. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Odom Hunt thows a left - swing and a miss! Odom Hunt checks a low kick from Washington. Odom Hunt uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Washington. Odom Hunt keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Washington.#T3# Odom Hunt misses with the body kick letting Washington counter with a right hand. Odom Hunt takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards. Washington scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Odom Hunt throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Odom Hunt misses with a looping left. Washington ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Odom Hunt moves away. Washington throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Odom Hunt scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Washington doesn't seem bothered though. #T4# Washington misses with a left hand and Odom Hunt counters with a nice uppercut. Washington keeps the fight on the outside.#CL# Odom Hunt moves into the clinch. Washington blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Odom Hunt misses with a short punch on the inside. We've been informed that Washington has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Washington is working Odom Hunt over against the cage. Washington is trying to pull guard but Odom Hunt has him pressed against the cage. Washington lands with a short shot to the head. Stalling in the clinch from Odom Hunt.
Odom Hunt fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Washington lands a hook that snaps the head of Odom Hunt backwards. Odom Hunt misses with some punches.
Washington has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD2# Washington pulls guard successfully.
Odom Hunt stays in close to Washington's body and controls the position. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Adan Washington showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Arthur Odom Hunt's cut. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3# Washington throws a front kick that sends Odom Hunt stumbling back into the cage. Washington explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work. Washington buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Washington misses with a lunging right hand
letting Odom Hunt counter with a right hand. Odom Hunt lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Washington at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Washington misses with a body kick. Nice shot by Washington. Washington tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Odom Hunt was well out of range. Poor timing from Washington.#T1# Washington throws a hook to the side of Odom Hunt's head but Odom Hunt sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Washington misses with a body kick. Odom Hunt is looking for a counter combo. Odom Hunt moves out of range of the body kick. Washington throws a half hearted mid kick. Odom Hunt moves out of range of the strikes. Odom Hunt throws a shot from downtown. Washington moves away and avoids it. Washington replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Odom Hunt blocks it well. Washington lands a right hook to the body.
Washington scores with a jab to the body.#T2# Odom Hunt slips under a jab. Washington slips a jab from Odom Hunt. Washington digs a good hook to Odom Hunt's body.
Nice body punch from Odom Hunt. Odom Hunt takes a body punch but keeps moving. Washington swings away with a leg kick that misses. A slapping leg kick lands for Odom Hunt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Odom Hunt just misses with a punch to the body.
#T3# Washington ducks under a wild hook from Odom Hunt. Odom Hunt blocks the body kick.
Odom Hunt takes a shot right to the bread basket. Odom Hunt connects with a jab. Washington works the jab nicely. Odom Hunt moves in looking to clinch but Washington pushes him off. Washington looks to land a body kick but Odom Hunt moved away. Odom Hunt appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. Adan Washington is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4# Washington misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Odom Hunt counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Washington is lucky that one didn't land flush. Odom Hunt scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Arthur Odom Hunt has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Nice shot lands for Odom Hunt. Washington is still on wobbly legs! Can Odom Hunt finish him? Washington throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Odom Hunt sees it coming and avoids it easily.#CL# Odom Hunt clinches. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Odom Hunt blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Washington trying to stall but Odom Hunt improves his position.
Odom Hunt blocks a body shot from Washington. Washington misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Odom Hunt blocks a body shot from Washington. Washington can't find room to land a body shot as Odom Hunt controls the action.
Odom Hunt lands a hook that snaps the head of Washington backwards. Odom Hunt works on Washington's body with a couple of short punches. Odom Hunt is leaning against Washington and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Odom Hunt lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Washington to his knees! Odom Hunt keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:48 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Arthur Odom Hunt! |
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Event:
FCL 82
Date: Apr 19, 2025 |
#R1# Onana connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Zulu's hands. Onana is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Zulu tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Onana manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Zulu closes the distance but Onana moves to the side and Onana counters with a stiff right hand. Zulu blocks the body kick.
Onana sets himself, and Zulu steps forward looking for the clinch! Onana avoids it this time. Tawanda Zulu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2# Zulu closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. A shot in the inside from Onana. Zulu tries a knee to the head but Onana blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Onana misses with some punches.
Zulu misses with some punches.
Onana definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Zulu throws a knee to the head but misses.
Onana misses with a short punch on the inside. Onana misses with a punch on the inside.
Zulu blocks an uppercut.
#T1# Zulu tries to land a knee to the head but Onana blocks with his arms.
Zulu blocks an uppercut.
Zulu throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Onana blocks it with crossed arms. Zulu blocking some punches.
Zulu misses with some punches.
Onana misses with a hook from the clinch. Zulu has a couple of punches blocked by Onana.
Zulu blocks an uppercut.
Onana tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Onana blocking some punches.
Zulu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Zulu throws a head punch that misses. Onana is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Zulu is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Onana is defending well for now. Onana lands a hook to the side of the head. Zulu has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Onana seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Zulu can turn it around. A nice right hand lands inside from Zulu. Zulu swings wildly with an uppercut but Onana uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2# Onana on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Onana is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Onana misses with the head strike.
Zulu tries to land a knee to the head but Onana blocks with his arms.
Onana managing to block the knees to the body from Zulu.
Zulu slowing the pace effectively. Onana throws a head punch that misses. This has been an exciting period of action! Zulu misses with the head strike.
Zulu leaning his opponent against the cage. Stalling in the clinch from Onana.
Onana misses with a hook from the clinch. Zulu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Onana lands a right hand that snaps the head of Zulu backwards. Onana swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T3# A head punch blocked on the inside by Zulu. A head punch on the inside from Onana fails to land. Onana stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Onana prevents a body shot from Zulu. The referee calls for Onana to work.
Onana has a couple of punches blocked by Zulu.
Zulu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Zulu trying to land knees to the body.
Zulu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Zulu misses with the head strike.
Onana misses with the head strike.
Zulu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Zulu blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Onana on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Zulu working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Zulu tries to stall but Onana uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Onana misses with a punch on the inside.
#T4# Onana scores with an uppercut up the middle. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Onana creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. A head punch blocked on the inside by Zulu. A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors. Zulu tries to land knees in the clinch but Onana avoids the damage to the body. Onana working aggressively here.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. #TD# Onana pulls Zulu into guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Zulu trying to control but Onana is working from the bottom. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Onana throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Zulu must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu. Onana throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Onana controlling Zulu's posture. Onana trying to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jeffery Onana dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2# Zulu tries to close the distance and clinch but Onana swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Zulu is looking to clinch. Onana dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Zulu fails in his attempt to clinch. Onana lands a body shot.
Zulu wants to clinch up but Onana keeps it at a distance. Zulu tries to clinch up. A little feinted left hand from Onana on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2# Zulu has Onana up against the cage in a clinch.
Zulu misses with a punch on the inside.
Onana makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Onana softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T1# Onana managing to block the knees to the body from Zulu.
Onana lands a left hand that snaps the head of Zulu backwards. Zulu has a couple of punches blocked by Onana.
Onana lands a right hand. A battle for position here, against the cage. Onana lands a right hand that snaps the head of Zulu backwards. #TD# Onana pulls Zulu into guard.
Zulu trying to control the position from guard on top but Onana is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Zulu controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Onana 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.#SUB# Onana looking for a guillotine here but Zulu defends easily.
#T2# Onana tries to land a sweep but no joy. Zulu tries to stand but Onana is controlling from the bottom. Onana keeping moving, preventing Zulu from controlling successfully. #SUB# Onana working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Zulu doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Zulu manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Zulu trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3##SUB# Onana looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Zulu has picked Onana up and slammed him! Onana can't keep hold of the triangle and Zulu manages to pass to side control! Onana manages to work his way to half guard, despite Zulu's best efforts. Onana controlling the position for now. Zulu is controlling the pace.
Onana trying to control here.
#T4# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB# Onana looking for submissions off his back. Onana is concentrating on defense, preventing Zulu from advancing position. Zulu trying to control from half guard but Onana is working away. The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up. Onana has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Zulu is working away from the top position though.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL2# Zulu clinches up with Onana and pushes him back against the cage. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Zulu looking to stall.
Zulu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jeffery Onana dominated that second round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3# Zulu staying out of range there. Zulu tries to clinch but Onana moves away and Onana counters with a stiff right hand. Onana circles away from the clinch attempt and Zulu takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Zulu tries to clinch but Onana moves out of range. Onana throwing a counter right hand but Zulu manages to avoid it. Zulu closes the distance looking to clinch letting Onana counter with a right hand. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position. Onana is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T1# Zulu tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Onana throws a punch but it's blocked by Zulu. Zulu misses with a knee strike.
Onana fails to pull guard.
Onana lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Zulu misses with a hook from the clinch. Onana tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Onana pushes Zulu back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. A short right from Onana on the inside. Zulu gets through Onana's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Zulu unloads a knee to the mid-section. Onana lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. Zulu is looking to control Onana's arms but Onana gets an underhook and turns him. Now Zulu has his back to the cage. Jeffery Onana has scored more points in the clinch so far. Onana lands a left hand.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Zulu. Zulu stalling in the clinch but Onana improves position. Zulu throws a head punch that misses. Tawanda Zulu has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# A bit of stalling here from Zulu.
Onana misses with a punch on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Onana misses with a hook from the clinch. Zulu has a couple of punches blocked by Onana.
A short right from Zulu on the inside. Onana is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Zulu can do to turn this around? Onana throws a punch but it's blocked by Zulu. Zulu fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Onana fails to land. A head punch blocked on the inside by Zulu. Zulu is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Onana is defending well for now. The referee calls for Zulu to work.
Zulu misses with a short punch on the inside. Onana blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Zulu tries to throw a body punch but Onana avoids it by throwing Zulu back against the cage. A head punch blocked on the inside by Zulu. Zulu tries to stall but Onana uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
#T3# Onana lands with a short head shot on the inside. Onana misses with a short punch on the inside. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Onana. Zulu misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Onana.
Onana fails to pull guard.
Onana scores with a shoulder strike. Zulu with an attempt at a knee that misses.
A short right from Onana. Zulu lands a right hand. Both guys are working to get underhooks. Onana managing to block the knees to the body from Zulu.
Onana tries to stall but Zulu uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Onana jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Zulu walks away with a smile on his face. Onana gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jeffery Onana. That's going to take a lot out of him. Onana swinging wildly here.
Onana sets himself, and Zulu steps forward looking for the clinch! Onana avoids it this time. Onana fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#T4##CL2# Zulu drives through and clinches with Onana against the cage.
Onana lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Zulu backwards. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Onana throws a head punch that misses. Zulu holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Onana swings wildly with an uppercut but Zulu uses good head movement to avoid it. Zulu connects with a nasty looking knee right to Onana's face.
#CUT2#It looks like Jeffery Onana has been cut. A quick uppercut on the inside from Onana. Onana fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Onana tries for a takedown. No joy.
Onana is trying to stall.
Jeffery Onana is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Zulu trying to land knees to the body.
And that's the end of the fight! Jeffery Onana showed his dominance in that final round. Well Onana has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27 Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27 Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jeffery Onana! After winning the bout, Jeffery Onana 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:
ENIGMA 252
Date: Apr 13, 2025 |
#R1# Okada fails with a takedown attempt. Jaworski seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance. Okada dives in for a single leg takedown but Jaworski sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Jaworski wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch. Okada looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Jaworski is fending him off so far but Okada persists. Nope, Jaworski circles away and we're back to standing. Jaworski is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Okada. Anastazy Jaworski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Yuki Okada. Okada fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Jaworski tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Okada manages to circle out of the way. Okada fails with the takedown#CL# and Jaworski counters into the clinch. Nicely done. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Jaworski lands a body shot in the clinch.
#TD# Jaworski gets control of Okada's arms and successfully pulls guard. Jaworski will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back. Jaworski 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. Okada being controlled here momentarily. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1# Okada stopping the sweep attempt from Jaworski. Jaworski is working hard here to advance position. Okada looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Okada pushing down on Jaworski's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T2# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Jaworski trying to control but Okada postures up.
Okada prevents Jaworski from improving his position. Jaworski controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #SUB2# Okada is looking for a kimura but Jaworski is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Okada to get the leverage. #SUB2# Okada seems to be working for a kimura but Jaworski defends the submission attempt. Jaworski tries to roll over but Okada keeps him under control.#T3# Okada is looking to advance position but Jaworski won't allow it. Jaworski missing with punches from the bottom.
Jaworski is trying to maintain the position but Okada is very close to passing his half guard.#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Okada fails with the takedown#CL# and Jaworski counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Jaworski. Okada jumps guard but Jaworski stands there with Okada around his waist. Okada gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
#TD# Jaworski gets a nice trip takedown into half guard. Jaworski wants to lay and pray for a moment but Okada keeps working. Jaworski throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Jaworski has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#T4# Jaworski is looking to take a break and control but Okada is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2# Okada looking for submissions off his back. Jaworski is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. Okada avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Jaworski. Okada avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Jaworski. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Ground and pound from Jaworski. Okada wants to control but Jaworski is keeping busy.
Okada gets full guard. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Anastazy Jaworski dominated that round. That's time! Jaworski's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2# Okada looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. Jaworski tries to counter by clinching up but Okada breaks away and moves out of range. Nice takedown defense from Jaworski. No joy for Okada on that attempt. Jaworski seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance. Okada fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Jaworski wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch. Anastazy Jaworski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Yuki Okada. Okada with a lazy takedown attempt #CL# and Jaworski counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Jaworski. Okada tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Jaworski just stands there and leans against the cage. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Jaworski. Jaworski digs a right hand underneath Okada's ribcage. Okada let out a lung full of air as it connected. A quick uppercut on the inside from Jaworski. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD# Jaworski jumps guard and drags Okada to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. Jaworski controlling Okada's posture. Okada preventing the sweep. Okada is breathing heavily.#T1# Jaworski is trying to control the position but Okada postures up. Jaworski manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Okada manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR# Jaworski trying to control the position from guard on top but Okada is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Jaworski throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Okada works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Okada wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Jaworski is now in half guard. Jaworski with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. Jaworski lands strikes from half guard.#T2# Jaworski is nestled in close to Okada, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Jaworski thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Okada's head. Jaworski controlling the action here. Jaworski trying to control the action but Okada is working from the bottom. Jaworski is stalling here. Okada is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Jaworski seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Okada has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Okada working away.#SUB2# Okada tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T3# You can see the frustration on Jaworski's face as Okada controls the position. Jaworski is looking for a sweep. Jaworski regains half guard. Jaworski is looking to control Okada's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Jaworski avoid being mounted? Okada wants to lay and pray for a moment but Jaworski keeps working. #T4# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Jaworski is trying to maintain the position but Okada is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2# Okada seems to be working for a kimura but Jaworski defends the submission attempt. Jaworski is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Okada jumps into side control! Okada advances nicely into full mount. Jaworski tries to hold on but Okada pushes him away. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Okada wants to control the pace but Jaworski is squirming around nicely. Okada avoids the attempt from Jaworski to control. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Anastazy Jaworski dominated that second round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3# Okada dives in for a single leg takedown but Jaworski sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. As Okada tries to get set, Jaworski tries to push him back and clinch up but Okada manages to avoid the attempt. Okada fails with the takedown#CL# and Jaworski holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. A nice left hand lands by Jaworski.
#TD# Jaworski gets a nice trip takedown into half guard. Jaworski looks to score some points with some ground and pound. Jaworski seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. Jaworski looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Okada with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. Jaworski is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #ROC#Okada is rocked! Jaworski thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Okada's head. Okada is still in real trouble! Can Jaworski finish him? Okada regains full guard. Nicely done. Okada seems to have recovered his senses. Anastazy Jaworski overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Jaworski postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T1# Jaworski makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. Jaworski postures up in Okada's guard and throws a big left but Okada blocks it. Jaworski working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Okada's head.#SUB2# Jaworski stands up over his opponent, looking to dive in with a big punch. Here he comes, superman style! Oh, the punch misses and Okada has got him in a triangle choke for good measure! Oh no! Jaworski manages to get his head free but now Okada has transitioned to an armbar! Jaworski grimaces and is forced to tap! Beautiful Jiu Jitsu from Okada! I'd be surprised if that didn't end up as submission of the night!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Yuki Okada! A relieved looking Yuki Okada thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
Grappling Hype -10-
Date: Apr 13, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 6 losses; Gadzhimagomed Magomedov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 4 losses; Big Guy! The judges for this bout are George Francis, Wesley Smith and Stewart Dunkirk.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD# Excellent takedown into side control there by Magomedov. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Magomedov (4) vs (0) Guy Guy tries to buck Magomedov off but Magomedov is having none of it. Magomedov working away. Guy manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Magomedov (4) vs (2) Guy Magomedov tries to get to full guard but Guy has control of the leg. Guy seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Magomedov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Guy wants to pass to mount but Magomedov is defending the position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2# Guy is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Magomedov has managed to free his arm - good work. Magomedov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1# Guy seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Magomedov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. Magomedov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2# Guy is looking for a kimura here.
Guy is keen to just control but Magomedov is a slippery customer.#SUB2# Guy seems to be working for a kimura but Magomedov defends the submission attempt. Magomedov really is a fat lump.#SUB2# Guy looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#T2# The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Magomedov wants to control but Guy is keeping busy.
Magomedov tries to roll over but Guy keeps him under control.#SUB2# Guy is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Guy not doing much here.
#T3# Magomedov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Magomedov.#SUB# Magomedov is looking for a triangle but Guy pushes his legs off easily.
Guy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Magomedov swivels though and keeps the full guard. Magomedov looking for a sweep. Not yet Magomedov, not yet. Magomedov pulls Guy in close to prevent any damage. Guy works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2# Magomedov is defending against the submission attempts here by Guy.
#T4##SUB2# Magomedov is defending against the submission attempts here by Guy.
Magomedov trying to control but Guy postures up.
Guy prevents Magomedov from improving his position. Guy trying to mount his opponent but Magomedov defends it. Magomedov trying to control from the bottom.
#T5# Guy trying to control from half guard but Magomedov is working away. Magomedov is trying to get back to full guard. Guy wants to pass to mount but Magomedov is defending the position. Well, if Guy 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.
Magomedov is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2# Guy is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T6# Guy tries to pass the half guard into mount. Magomedov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. Magomedov gets back to full guard.
Guy wants to control from the top but Magomedov keeps moving. Guy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Magomedov is keeping the position for now. Guy wants to control from the top but Magomedov keeps moving. #T7# Magomedov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Guy is one step ahead there. Guy works a leg free and moves into half guard. Magomedov regains full guard. Nicely done. Guy is pushing down on Magomedov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Magomedov is fighting to maintain full guard but Guy has managed to sneak the leg through. Guy works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Magomedov (4) vs (5) Guy Guy tries to advance to mount but Magomedov denies him. #SUB2# Guy tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2# Guy has hold of Magomedov's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Magomedov tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Guy cranks the arm and Magomedov screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Magomedov, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Big Guy! In defeat, Gadzhimagomed Magomedov stepped up to the mic, saying 'Bratha... i need to trainy,sleepy and then i smesh'. |
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Event:
S63: Ngozi vs. Kurosaki
Date: Apr 12, 2025 |
#R1##CL2# Alexandrov clinches up with Kingston and pushes him back against the ropes. Kingston blocks a body shot from Alexandrov. Alexandrov told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight. Kingston lands a nice shot to the body. Nice body punch from Alexandrov - that landed with a thud.
Kingston definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Kingston lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Alexandrov backwards. Alexandrov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kingston lands with a right to the head. Alexandrov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kingston lands a left hand.
Kingston softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes. A nice left hand lands by Kingston.
Kingston tries to throw a body punch but Alexandrov avoids it by throwing Kingston back against the ropes. Kingston lands a right hand. Kingston blocks an uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Alexandrov being controlled against the ropes. Alexandrov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Alexandrov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kingston's elbow. #BC2# Alexandrov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2# Alexandrov closes the distance and pushes Kingston back into the ropes.#T1# Alexandrov is looking to control Kingston's arms but Kingston gets an underhook and turns him. Now Alexandrov has his back to the ropes. Kingston lands with a light punch inside. Alexandrov wants to break free but Kingston has control.
A short left from Kingston. Kingston lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes. The referee calls for Kingston to work.
The fighters are pressed against the ropes, as the pace of the fight slows. Kingston throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Alexandrov looks winded! Kingston lands a left hand.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kingston. Kingston lands with a right to the head. Kingston is leaning against Alexandrov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Kingston lands with a short shot to the head. Kingston lands with a right to the head. This has been an exciting period of action! Kingston is leaning against Alexandrov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Kingston lands a left hand.
Kingston throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T2# Kingston effectively controlling the action here. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Kingston. Kingston lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Alexandrov. Kingston lands a hook that snaps the head of Alexandrov backwards. A shot in the inside from Kingston. Alexandrov stalling in the clinch but Kingston improves position. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Kingston. Kingston lands a body shot. Kingston is working Alexandrov over against the ropes. Kingston lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Alexandrov. A hook to the body from Kingston.
Alexandrov is trying to stall.
A short right from Kingston. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Kingston working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. A shot in the inside from Kingston. Kingston lands a nice shot to the body. Kingston working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jumba Kingston dominated that round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2##KD# Alexandrov ducks into a a hook from Kingston and goes down! He looks in a bit of a mess; will he beat the count?! 4,5,6,7,8 - he's up and looking to carry on! The referee looks into his eyes and sees that he's OK to continue! Alexandrov darts in trying to clinch#KD# and Kingston counters with a beautiful hook that drops Alexandrov to the mat! Will Alexandrov be able to recover his senses? The referee starts the count at 3 having sent Kingston to a neutral corner. 4,5,6 and Alexandrov is up. He looks OK to continue. #ROC#Alexandrov is rocked! This has been an exciting period of action! Alexandrov moves to clinch but Kingston breaks away and Kingston counters with a nice body shot. Kingston connects with a picture perfect right hand that knocks Alexandrov out cold! This one is over in a flash!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jumba Kingston! |
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Event:
KHFC Round 1 Group A
Date: Apr 12, 2025 |
#R1# Aka throws a lazy right hand but Vasquez sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Aka lands a nice shot that snaps Vasquez's head back.
Vasquez avoids the body shot from Aka.
An attempted straight right counter from Vasquez misses the target. Vasquez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Aka.
Vasquez swats away the attempt to clinch by Aka. Aka throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Vasquez to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT#It looks like Koa Aka has been cut. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A punch lands to the side of Aka 's head but he takes it in his stride. Aka fails in his attempt to clinch. Vasquez lands with a shot to the body. Vasquez lands a lovely overhand right.#T1# Vasquez thuds a left hand into Aka's body. Vasquez swats away the attempt to clinch by Aka. A little feinted left hand from Vasquez on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Vasquez ducks down and throws a big overhand right - it lands flush on the jaw, knocking Aka out cold! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Rohan Vasquez! |
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Event:
The 408 - Qtr Finals
Date: Apr 11, 2025 |
#R1# Ghuruwa misses with the body kick and Porro counters with a one-two to the body. Porro throws out a powerful jab. Good leg kick by Ghuruwa. Ghuruwa throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Porro counters with a big right hand! Oh Ghuruwa is in trouble here! Porro follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alejandro Porro! |
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Event:
FREAKSHOW 13
Date: Apr 09, 2025 |
#R1# Love throws a jab when Asai was well out of range. Asai misses with a hook
and Love counters with a nice uppercut. Asai fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Love on the side of the head. Asai throws an off balance right hand
enabling Love to counter with a crisp jab. Love steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Asai. Asai throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Asai tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Love was well out of range. Poor timing from Asai. Love scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Asai smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Asai scores with a sloppy right hand. Love should have avoided that one. We've been informed that Love has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result. A decent looking cross lands there for Asai. 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! Asai throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Love doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter. Love rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#KD# and Asai counters with a crisp right hand that drops Love! Asai lets Love back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC#Love is rocked! Love misses with a jab, cross combination.
Love is still on wobbly legs! Can Asai finish him?#T1# Asai ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Love moves away. Love seems to have recovered his senses. A big left from Asai misses. Love steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Asai. Asai slips a jab from Love. Asai looks to land a right hand but Love moved out of range. Love unleashes a big counter combination but Asai bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. Love misses with an uppercut. Asai saw that one coming. Love slips a jab from Asai. Love takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Asai throws the left hand but Love avoids the punch easily. Asai throws the left hand but Love avoids the punch easily. Asai swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Love throws a body punch but Asai moves out of range. Nice defenses there by Asai. Love walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Asai checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Asai with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T2# Love throws a hook but Asai avoids it easily. Love just misses with a punch to the body.
Jab from Asai. Asai ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Love moves away. Love is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Asai with a body shot. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Love tries to land a leg kick but Asai saw it coming and moves away.
Asai misses with a hook
and Love counters with a stiff right hand. Love throws a hook to the side of Asai's head but Asai sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Love avoids a lazy jab quite easily. A jab from Asai misses. Love bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Asai throws a jab but it's blocked by Love. Asai fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Love thows a left - swing and a miss! #T3# Asai throws a poor cross that misses
and Love counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Love attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Asai lands a slapping body shot.
#KD# Asai lands a big uppercut and Love crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Love looks OK. Asai waves Love back to his feet!#CUT#It looks like Makoa Love has been cut.#KD# Asai sends Love crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Asai is motioning to the referee to let Love up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet! This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Love misses the jab. A big right from Love misses. Asai moves in close and cracks Love with a massive right hand! Love, frozen momentarily in time, tumbles to the canvas, already out cold! A brutal knockout by Asai!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Takashi Asai! A relieved looking Takashi Asai thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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