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Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary
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Event:
WOVA Fight Night: Cold Blooded
Date: May 11, 2025 |
#R1#
Mikkelberg throws a lazy head kick #TD#
and Mullins counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Mikkelberg!
Mikkelberg is trying to improve his position.
Mikkelberg is being controlled here.
Mikkelberg takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Mikkelberg takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Mullins lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Mikkelberg wants to get back to his feet.
Mikkelberg tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Mullins wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mullins lands a nice forearm strike.
Mullins creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mullins cracks Mikkelberg with a big right hand but Mikkelberg just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
#T1##SUB#
Mullins wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Mikkelberg, who protects the arm well.
Mullins in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Mullins connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Mikkelberg some visible discomfort.
#SUB#
Mullins tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Mullins has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Mullins is chipping away with strikes.
Mikkelberg on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Mullins controls the position from side control.
Mullins tries to advance to mount but can't. #T2##SUB#
Mullins is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Mikkelberg has escaped the position, nice work there.
Mullins working the ground and pound from side control.
Mikkelberg is not content to let Mullins control the position.
Mullins cracks Mikkelberg with a big elbow.
Mullins working away.#T3#
Mullins scores with punches from side control.
Mikkelberg tries to control but Mullins manages to take his back.#SUB#
Mullins patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Mullins scores with punches to the body.
Mullins lands a couple of good shots to his opponent's body and a final shot to the head. Good little attack there by Mullins.
#SUB#
Mikkelberg defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Mullins cracks Mikkelberg with a big shot to body and one to the head - really punishing Mikkelberg from the back mount here, looking to soften him up.
#ROC#Mikkelberg is rocked!
Can Mikkelberg hold on?! Mullins is landing more strikes to his hapless foe.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mullins punches Mikkelberg on the ear.
Mikkelberg is still in real trouble! Can Mullins finish him?
Mikkelberg is covering up but some of the strikes from Mullins are getting through and doing damage.
A helpless look comes across Mikkelberg 's face. He knows he's trapped as Mullins lands a series of unanswered strikes. The ref steps in to stop the fight and this one is in the books!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gordon Mullins! |
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Event:
Grappling Hype -18-
Date: May 11, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 0 losses; Cesar Borges! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Gilberto Burke!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Frank Dennis and Daniel Franklin.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#CL2#
Burke instigates a clinch. #TD#
Borges pulls guard effortlessly.
Burke slips nicely into half guard.
Burke is trying to control. Borges wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Burke is looking for a kimura here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The fighters are battling for position here. Borges manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Borges throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Borges pulls Burke in close to his closed guard and prevents Burke from doing any damage or advancing position.
Burke must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Borges is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Burke is aware though and is defending well.#T1#
Burke wants to pass the guard but Borges is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Burke drops back, looking for a kneebar! Borges looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Borges looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Borges! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Borges (4) vs (0) Burke
Borges is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Burke will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Burke is trying to control Borges's posture but Borges avoids it.
Burke tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Borges wants to control but Burke is keeping him busy.
Burke being controlled for a moment. #T2#
Borges gets to mount! Burke was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Borges (6) vs (0) Burke#SUB#
Borges jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Burke manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Burke is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Borges tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Burke tries to buck Borges off but Borges is having none of it.#T3#
Borges wants to control but Burke is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Borges working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Borges is looking to take a break and control but Burke is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Burke is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Borges wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Burke, who protects the arm well.
Burke is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Burke gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Borges (8) vs (0) Burke#T4#
Burke is looking to get to half guard.
Burke sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Borges tries to pass to full mount but Burke defends it. #SUB2#
Burke is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Borges pulls his head out easily.
Burke is looking for a sweep. Borges is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Borges trying to control from half guard but Burke is working away. #T5##SUB2#
Burke actively working from the bottom here.
Burke is not content to let Borges control the position.#SUB2#
Burke actively working from the bottom here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Borges trying to mount his opponent but Burke defends it.
Borges works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Borges (11) vs (0) Burke
Burke is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Borges working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T6##SUB#
Borges tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Borges has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
You can see the frustration on Burke's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Borges is looking to take a break and control but Burke is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Burke looks to move to half guard but instead Borges has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Borges (13) vs (0) Burke
Burke keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T7#
Borges looking to control but Burke is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Borges works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Borges (16) vs (0) Burke#SUB#
Borges has got one arm under Burke's chin. This could be trouble... Burke trying to control the other hand but Borges gets it free and sqeezes tight - just a matter of time now! Yep, Burke has tapped out! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Cesar Borges! |
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Event:
Grappling Hype -17-
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 London, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Gabe Utsecks! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Purlie Wolfensberger!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, Chris Edwards and Andrew Berry.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Utsecks shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Utsecks (2) vs (0) Wolfensberger
Utsecks tries to free his leg and advance position but Wolfensberger is retaining full guard.
Wolfensberger wants to sweep but no luck.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Wolfensberger has eaten all the pies!
Wolfensberger is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Wolfensberger looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Utsecks has picked Wolfensberger up and slammed him! Wolfensberger can't keep hold of the triangle and Utsecks manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Utsecks (5) vs (0) Wolfensberger
Utsecks trying to control the position but Wolfensberger is working away.
Utsecks tries to advance to mount but Wolfensberger denies him. #SUB#
Utsecks tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Utsecks has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wolfensberger is trying to escape the position but Utsecks is controlling the position. #T1#
Wolfensberger tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Utsecks wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Wolfensberger holds on to Utsecks's head and controls the position momentarily.
Wolfensberger is looking to reverse the position.
Utsecks in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Utsecks has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Wolfensberger! Score +2 for reaching mount: Utsecks (7) vs (0) Wolfensberger
Utsecks controlling the position easily from mount. #T2#
Wolfensberger wants to hold on but Utsecks pushes him away.
Wolfensberger can't escape the position.
Utsecks mounts Wolfensberger! Really nice guard pass there!
Utsecks looking to control and managing it successfully.
Wolfensberger prevents Utsecks from taking his back.
Utsecks controlling from mount. #T3#
Wolfensberger tries to hold on but Utsecks pushes him away.
Utsecks tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #SUB#
Utsecks working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Wolfensberger is looking to improve his position but Utsecks isn't that keen on the idea.
Utsecks controlling from the full mount.
Utsecks has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Wolfensberger is desperately trying to improve his position but Utsecks has a good base and remains in mount.
Utsecks avoids the attempt from Wolfensberger to control.
Wolfensberger can't escape the position.
Wolfensberger sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Wolfensberger works his way to full guard. Good work.
Utsecks is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Utsecks.#T5#
Utsecks stopping the sweep attempt from Wolfensberger.
Wolfensberger can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Utsecks controls the pace.
Utsecks trying to control but Wolfensberger is working from the bottom.
Utsecks pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wolfensberger is keeping the position for now.
Wolfensberger looking for a sweep. Not yet Wolfensberger, not yet.
Wolfensberger has control of Utsecks's left arm, preventing Utsecks from doing any damage. #T6#
Utsecks stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Wolfensberger swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Wolfensberger looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Wolfensberger keeping full guard, as Utsecks tries to pass.
Wolfensberger is trying to control the position but Utsecks postures up.
Utsecks pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wolfensberger is keeping the position for now.
Wolfensberger looking to hit a scissor sweep but Utsecks is one step ahead there. #T7#
Wolfensberger is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Utsecks (7) vs (2) Wolfensberger
Wolfensberger passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Utsecks (7) vs (5) Wolfensberger
Utsecks is squirming around, avoiding Wolfensberger's attempts to control the action.
Wolfensberger 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 wants to control but Wolfensberger is having none of it.
Utsecks bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Utsecks (9) vs (5) Wolfensberger#T8#
Utsecks advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Utsecks (12) vs (5) Wolfensberger
Wolfensberger is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Utsecks off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Utsecks (12) vs (9) Wolfensberger#SUB2#
Utsecks defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Wolfensberger keeps control of the position as Utsecks tries to break free.
Utsecks trying to control but not successfully. #SUB2#
Utsecks fending off the submission attempt from Wolfensberger. #T9#
Utsecks trying to control the hands but Wolfensberger won't let him.
Utsecks is in bad spot here.
Utsecks trying to control the hands but Wolfensberger won't let him. #SUB2#
Wolfensberger looking for the choke from the back.
Will Wolfensberger go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
#SUB2#
Wolfensberger looking for the choke from the back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T10#
Wolfensberger avoiding Utsecks 's attempts to control his hands. #SUB2#
Utsecks defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
#SUB2#
Wolfensberger is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Utsecks has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Utsecks trying to control the hands but Wolfensberger breaks the grip. #SUB2#
Wolfensberger has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Utsecks has freed his hand and lives to survive another� well, another couple of seconds at least!
Utsecks rolls, trying to escape but Wolfensberger keeps control of the position.
#T11#
Utsecks turns into Wolfensberger and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Utsecks (14) vs (9) Wolfensberger
Utsecks controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Utsecks postures up.
#SUB2#
Wolfensberger is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Utsecks defends well.
Utsecks trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T12#
Utsecks controls from within his opponent's guard.
Wolfensberger trying to control the position.
Utsecks is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Wolfensberger holds on and takes a little breather.
Wolfensberger wants to sweep here but Utsecks controlling him for the moment. #T13#
Utsecks is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Utsecks works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Utsecks is controlling the pace.
Wolfensberger tries to roll over but Utsecks keeps him under control.
Wolfensberger is still trying to improve position.
Utsecks takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T14#
Utsecks wants to pass the guard but Wolfensberger is defending well.
Wolfensberger is trying to get back to full guard.
Utsecks trying to pass the guard but Wolfensberger defending well.
Wolfensberger tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Utsecks has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Utsecks (17) vs (9) Wolfensberger
Utsecks looking to control and managing it successfully.
And that's the end of the fight!
Utsecks takes the fight on points by 17 to 9.
During a confident post fight interview, Gabe Utsecks thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Grappling Hype -17-
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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 7 losses; Trey Moreno! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 9 losses; Gadzhimagomed Magomedov!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, William Gold and James Atkins.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Magomedov with a poor takedown #CL#
and Moreno counters by clinching up. #TD#
Moreno lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Moreno (2) vs (0) Magomedov
Magomedov wants to control but Moreno is keeping busy.
Magomedov wants to control but Moreno passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Moreno (5) vs (0) Magomedov
Magomedov tries to improve position but can't.
Magomedov stops Moreno from passing to mount.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Magomedov can do anything to dispel that myth.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov prevents Moreno from moving into mount.
Moreno is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T1#
Magomedov is looking to regain half guard here but Moreno keeps moving and retains side control.
Magomedov is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Moreno is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Moreno (7) vs (0) Magomedov
Moreno fails to take his opponent's back.
Magomedov working to try and regain half guard.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Magomedov has eaten all the pies!#T2#
Magomedov sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Moreno sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Moreno passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Magomedov! Score +3 for passing guard: Moreno (10) vs (0) Magomedov
Magomedov can't escape the position.
Magomedov tries to lock up and control but Moreno gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T3#
Moreno controlling from the full mount.
Moreno seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Magomedov is holding on tight.
Magomedov is looking to improve his position but Moreno isn't that keen on the idea.
Moreno wants to take Magomedov's back here but Magomedov is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Moreno moves to back control. Score +3 for taking back: Moreno (13) vs (0) Magomedov
A bit of a pause in the action here. Moreno controlling the positon.#T4#
Magomedov trying to control the position but Moreno manages to sink in the hooks.
Moreno keeps control of the position as Magomedov tries to break free.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Moreno controlling the positon.
Moreno has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Magomedov tries to roll but Moreno sticks to his back.
I would not like to be Magomedov right now.
Magomedov is in bad spot here.
#T5#
I would not like to be Magomedov right now.
Magomedov tries to break free.
Magomedov is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Magomedov has hold of Moreno's arm. He needs to escape this position sooner or later but for now he's happy enough to control the position and prevent the submission attempts.#T6#
Moreno is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #SUB#
Moreno is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Magomedov has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB#
Moreno has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #T7#
Moreno controlling from the back.
Moreno is not going to allow Magomedov to sit and survive in this position.
Moreno has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Magomedov's body.
Magomedov trying to control the action but Moreno just sinks the hooks in.
Magomedov is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
#T8#
Moreno seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Magomedov for as long as he can get away with.
Magomedov trying to control but not successfully.
Magomedov is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Moreno is not going to allow Magomedov to sit and survive in this position. #T9#
Good control from Moreno.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Moreno.#T10##SUB#
Moreno working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Magomedov is in bad spot here.
#T11##SUB#
Moreno is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Magomedov has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Moreno has good solid back control here.
Magomedov trying to control the hands but Moreno breaks the grip.
Magomedov might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Moreno haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Moreno has the hooks in. Magomedov is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Magomedov is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Moreno.
#T12#
Magomedov can't escape the position.
Moreno has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Magomedov's body.
I really don't envy Magomedov right now.
#T13#
Moreno doesn't have the hooks in and Magomedov manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Moreno (13) vs (2) Magomedov
Moreno is pulling down on Magomedov's head. It's preventing any offense from Magomedov, at least for the moment.
Moreno bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Magomedov's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Moreno (15) vs (2) Magomedov
Moreno is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Magomedov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T14#
Magomedov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Moreno controls the pace.
Moreno advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Moreno (18) vs (2) Magomedov
Magomedov is trying to escape the position but Moreno is controlling the position.
Magomedov wants to control but Moreno postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Moreno tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Moreno takes the fight on points by 18 to 2.
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:
WOVA Fight Night: Hell Raisers
Date: May 10, 2025 |
#R1#
Jameson throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #CL2#
Elgebertas tries to keep at a distance but Jameson has taken the fight into the clinch.
Elgebertas tries to work over Jameson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #TD#
Elgebertas successfully pulls guard.
Elgebertas wants to stand up but Jameson is controlling him.
Jameson postures up.
#ES#
Elgebertas has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Jameson has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Jameson successfully pulls guard.
Elgebertas with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB2#
Jameson has his foot on Elgebertas's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Elgebertas works his way back into a safe position though.
Jameson wants to sweep here but Elgebertas controlling him for the moment. #T1##SU#
Elgebertas decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Jameson darts in looking for a takedown but Elgebertas gets double underhooks and turns Jameson into the cage.
Jameson tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Elgebertas paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL#
Elgebertas clinches up against the cage.#TD2#
Jameson pulls guard successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Elgebertas's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Elgebertas wants to control from the top but Jameson keeps moving.
Elgebertas trying to stand up but can't free himself from Jameson's guard.#T2#
Jameson has momentary wrist control but Elgebertas slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB2#
Jameson has his foot on Elgebertas's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Elgebertas works his way back into a safe position though.
Elgebertas throwing strikes but missing. #SU#
Elgebertas gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Jameson falls off balance throwing a combination
and Elgebertas counters with a left to the body.
Jameson misses with a double jab
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#CL2#
Jameson gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T3#
Jameson tries to pull guard but Elgebertas holds him up against the cage and eventually Jameson drops back down to his feet.
#BC#
Elgebertas breaks from the clinch.
Elgebertas's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Elgebertas duly obliges.
Jimmy Jameson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jameson throws a leg kick that is checked
and Elgebertas counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Jameson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Elgebertas swivels and escapes.
Elgebertas went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Jonas Elgebertas has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jimmy Jameson.
Jameson has his takedown stuffed
and Elgebertas counters with a three punch combo that has Jameson backing up. Jameson nods at Elgebertas to acknowledge the strikes.
Elgebertas keeps the fight on the outside.
Elgebertas throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Elgebertas is looking to slow Jameson down with leg kicks. #T4#
Elgebertas's corner calls for a 1-2. Elgebertas obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Jameson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Elgebertas counter with a right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Left hook, right uppercut from Elgebertas.
Elgebertas is looking to slow Jameson down with leg kicks.
Jameson scores with a head kick. Elgebertas tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#CUT2#It looks like Jonas Elgebertas has been cut.
Elgebertas throws a sloppy head kick
and Jameson counters with a two punch combo.
Jameson slips a jab and a cross from Elgebertas.
Elgebertas throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Jameson stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Jameson looks for a takedown but Elgebertas sprawls well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jonas Elgebertas dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jonas Elgebertas's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Elgebertas scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Elgebertas with a hook.
Elgebertas tries a head kick but it misses.
Jameson misses with a body kick.
Elgebertas throws a big counter combination but Jameson scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Elgebertas is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jameson can do to turn this around?
Elgebertas walks into a jab.
Jameson shoots in looking for a takedown. Elgebertas tries to sprawl out of it but Jameson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Elgebertas manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
As Jameson looks to move away, Elgebertas throws a big counter combo but Jameson just gets out of the way.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jameson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Elgebertas went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#T1#
Elgebertas closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Elgebertas connects with a right hand. Jameson shakes it off.
Elgebertas misses with a head kick.
Elgebertas scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Nice sprawl there from Elgebertas as Jameson shoots in.
Elgebertas swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Jab from Elgebertas.
Jameson dives in for a single leg takedown but Elgebertas sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Jonas Elgebertas has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jimmy Jameson.
Jameson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Elgebertas swats him away and circles back towards the center.
As Jameson backs away, Elgebertas returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Elgebertas cracks Jameson with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Jameson darts in trying to clinch
letting Elgebertas counter with a right hand. #T2#
Elgebertas throws a right and a left that both miss.
A shot to the body from Jameson misses
and Elgebertas counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jameson has his takedown stuffed
and Elgebertas counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Jameson closes the distance and clinches up with Elgebertas, looking for a takedown. Jameson pushes Elgebertas against the cage but Elgebertas circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Jameson wants to land a leg kick but Elgebertas is out of range. #CL2#
Jameson clinches with his opponent.
Elgebertas is trying to force a seperation but Jameson has the dominant position.#T3#
Jameson trying to land knees to the body.
A left hand lands to the body for Jameson.
Jameson tries to pull guard but Elgebertas holds him up against the cage and eventually Jameson drops back down to his feet.
Jameson blocks an elbow strike.#BC2#
Jameson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Elgebertas lands a nice looking body kick.
Jameson throws a left and a right that both miss
and Elgebertas makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Jameson looks to clinch
and Elgebertas counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Jameson is breathing heavily.
A low kick from Jameson misses
and Elgebertas counters with a straight right hand.
Some wild striking there from Elgebertas.
#T4#
Elgebertas fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Jameson misses with a few strikes there.
Nice shot lands for Elgebertas.
Jameson shoots in but Elgebertas avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Jameson tries to close the distance and clinch but Elgebertas swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jameson doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Elgebertas counters with a nice uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jonas Elgebertas dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Jonas Elgebertas'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. This is the final round!#R3#
Jameson has a takedown stuffed.
Jameson takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Elgebertas displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Jameson.
Elgebertas tries to counter with a takedown but Jameson is quick to defend against it.
Jameson misses with a lunging right hand
and Elgebertas counters with a one-two to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jameson shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Elgebertas counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Jonas Elgebertas has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jimmy Jameson.
Jameson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Elgebertas misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Jonas Elgebertas is winning the standup battle so far.
Jameson shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Elgebertas but Elgebertas pushes him off and we're back to square one.#T1#
Elgebertas works the jab nicely.#CL2#
Jameson clinches with his opponent.
Jameson leaning against his opponent.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #BC2#
Jameson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jameson has his takedown stuffed
and Elgebertas counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Jameson shoots and misses
and Elgebertas connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
Elgebertas misses with a body kick.
Elgebertas throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Jameson misses the shot to the body.
Elgebertas scores with a nice head shot.
Jameson tries to clinch but Elgebertas moves out of range.
A head kick misses from Elgebertas.
Jameson misses with a takedown attempt
enabling Elgebertas to counter with a crisp jab.
Jameson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Elgebertas swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Jameson shoots for a takedown but Elgebertas saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
A head kick from Jameson lands but Elgebertas takes it in his stride. #T3#
Jameson doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Elgebertas connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Elgebertas scores with a body shot.
Jameson tries to clinch but Elgebertas moves out of range.
As Jameson looks to move away, Elgebertas throws a big counter combo but Jameson just gets out of the way.
Jameson walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Elgebertas checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Jameson misses with an uppercut
enabling Elgebertas to counter with a crisp jab.
Jameson fails with the takedown
and Elgebertas connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jameson tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Elgebertas paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T4#
Elgebertas goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Elgebertas connects with a crisp jab.
Jameson tries to clinch but Elgebertas moves away
and Jameson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jameson throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Elgebertas throws a head kick that misses.
Elgebertas throws a head kick that misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jameson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Elgebertas swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Elgebertas is looking for a counter combo.
Elgebertas connects with a right hand. Jameson shakes it off.
Jameson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Elgebertas swivels and escapes.
Jimmy Jameson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jonas Elgebertas is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Jameson avoids the head kick by Elgebertas.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jonas Elgebertas showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Elgebertas, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jonas Elgebertas! |
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Event:
WOVA Fight Night: Hell Raisers
Date: May 10, 2025 |
#R1##TD2#
Hubbard shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Hubbard is in close to Bing's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB2#
Hubbard thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Hubbard working some strikes from top position.
Bing not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Bing knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Hubbard on the ground.
Hubbard's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hubbard chips away with some ground and pound.
Hubbard cracks Bing with a solid left hand.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hubbard stands up over Bing, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Hubbard lands a couple of elbows.
Hubbard seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Bing controls Hubbard momentarily but Hubbard frees himself. #T1#
Hubbard landing with the ground and pound.
Hubbard is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Hubbard lands a couple of digs.
Hubbard controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Let's hope that Hubbard has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Hubbard preventing the sweep.
Hubbard lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Hubbard lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Hubbard slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Hubbard scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Bing to see if he's OK.
Hubbard happy to just control the position for now.
Bing takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Hubbard working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Hubbard working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Hubbard scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Bing to see if he's OK.#SU2#
Hubbard stands up. #T3#
Bing throws a combination that misses
and Hubbard counters with a left and a right that stings Bing.
Hubbard misses with the combination.
#TD2#
Hubbard looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Bing is breathing heavily.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Hubbard lands a nice short elbow.
Hubbard is taking a breather. Bing says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
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. Hubbard connects with a nice short shot to Bing's temple. #SUB2#
Hubbard is trying for a kimura here. Bing looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Hubbard wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Chuba Hubbard! |
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Event:
Grappling Hype -15-
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 Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Purlie Wolfensberger! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 9 losses; Gadzhimagomed Magomedov!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Percy O'Donnell and Jack Bonds.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Magomedov closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Magomedov lands in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Wolfensberger (0) vs (2) Magomedov
Magomedov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Wolfensberger looking to hit a scissor sweep but Magomedov is one step ahead there.
Magomedov's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wolfensberger working a defensive guard here.
Magomedov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T1#
Wolfensberger is pulling down on Magomedov's head. It's preventing any offense from Magomedov, at least for the moment.#SUB#
Wolfensberger working for a triangle but Magomedov defends it easily.
Wolfensberger really is a fat lump.
Magomedov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Magomedov postures up.
Wolfensberger tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Wolfensberger controlling the position.#T2#
Wolfensberger is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Magomedov 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.
Wolfensberger lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wolfensberger (2) vs (2) Magomedov
Wolfensberger stopping the sweep attempt from Magomedov.
Wolfensberger pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Magomedov is keeping the position for now.
Wolfensberger preventing the sweep.
Wolfensberger trying to control but Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Wolfensberger stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Magomedov swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Magomedov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Wolfensberger wants to control from the top but Magomedov keeps moving. #T3##SUB2#
Magomedov isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Wolfensberger stacks Magomedov 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 Wolfensberger! Score +3 for passing guard: Wolfensberger (5) vs (2) Magomedov
Magomedov is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Magomedov is trying to control Wolfensberger's posture but Wolfensberger avoids it. #SUB#
Wolfensberger thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Wolfensberger trying to control the action but Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Magomedov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Wolfensberger. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T4##SUB#
Wolfensberger thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Wolfensberger is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Magomedov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Wolfensberger working away.
Magomedov is looking for a sweep.
Wolfensberger is looking to take a break and control but Magomedov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Magomedov tries to buck Wolfensberger off but Wolfensberger is having none of it.#T5##SUB#
Wolfensberger looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Wolfensberger is trying to get an arm triangle but Magomedov is defending well.
Magomedov is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Wolfensberger's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Magomedov moves into full guard.
Wolfensberger's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Magomedov wants to sweep here but Wolfensberger controlling him for the moment. #T6#
Wolfensberger trying to control the position from guard on top but Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wolfensberger trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Magomedov controlling the position.#SUB2#
Magomedov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Wolfensberger trying to control the position from guard on top but Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wolfensberger looking to pass the guard.
Wolfensberger is working hard here to advance position.
Wolfensberger trying to control but Magomedov is working from the bottom. #T7#
Wolfensberger stopping the sweep attempt from Magomedov.#SUB#
Wolfensberger is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Magomedov is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Magomedov has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wolfensberger (5) vs (4) Magomedov
Magomedov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Wolfensberger 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.
Wolfensberger wants to control the position but Magomedov says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Wolfensberger trying to control but Magomedov postures up.
#T8#
Magomedov trying to pass the guard but Wolfensberger defending well.
Wolfensberger moves into full guard.
Wolfensberger has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Magomedov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Wolfensberger swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Wolfensberger being controlled here, momentarily. #T9#
Wolfensberger is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Wolfensberger is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wolfensberger (7) vs (4) Magomedov
Wolfensberger trying to control the pace. #SUB#
Wolfensberger is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Magomedov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T10##SUB#
Wolfensberger is working for a kimura but Magomedov is defending it quite comfortably.
Wolfensberger is trying to control the action in half guard but Magomedov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Wolfensberger tries to pass to full mount but Magomedov defends it.
Wolfensberger prevents Magomedov from improving his position.
Wolfensberger wants to free his trapped foot but Magomedov is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB#
Wolfensberger seems to be looking for submissions.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Magomedov can do anything to dispel that myth.#T11##SUB#
Wolfensberger is working for a kimura but Magomedov is defending it quite comfortably.
Wolfensberger trying to control from half guard but Magomedov is working away. #SUB2#
Magomedov looking for submissions off his back.
Magomedov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Magomedov.
Magomedov trying to keep a closed guard but Wolfensberger is proving a slippery customer.
#T12#
Wolfensberger wants to pass the guard but Magomedov is keeping the position.
Wolfensberger slips nicely into half guard.
Magomedov controlling the position well. #SUB#
Wolfensberger is trying to work for a kimura but Magomedov is defending well.
Magomedov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Wolfensberger is working away from the top position though.#T13#
Magomedov won't allow Wolfensberger to pass to mount. #SUB#
Wolfensberger is working for a kimura but Magomedov is defending it quite comfortably.
Magomedov trying to control here.
Wolfensberger is trying to control the action in half guard but Magomedov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Magomedov is trying to get back to full guard.#T14#
Magomedov is controlling Wolfensberger's position as best he can from this difficult position.#SUB#
Wolfensberger is trying a forearm choke� I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Magomedov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Wolfensberger's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Wolfensberger's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Wolfensberger (7) vs (8) Magomedov#SUB2#
Magomedov is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
#SUB2#
Magomedov looking for the RNC.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Magomedov is persistently looking for the submission but Wolfensberger is defending it well.
Wolfensberger trying to control the position but Magomedov manages to sink in the hooks.
And that's the end of the fight!
Magomedov wins on points by 8 to 7.
An intense looking Gadzhimagomed Magomedov took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'Bratha... I smesh, i smesh, i smesh'. |
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Event:
Grappling Hype -13-
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 2 wins and 7 losses; Trey Moreno! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 8 losses; Gadzhimagomed Magomedov!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Jack Bonds and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Magomedov fails with the takedown#CL#
and Moreno moves into the clinch.
Magomedov should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Magomedov wants a takedown.
Magomedov drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Moreno gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Trey Moreno has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gadzhimagomed Magomedov.
Moreno is looking for a takedown.
Magomedov is looking for a takedown.
Magomedov goes for a takedown attempt but Moreno pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL#
Moreno clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Moreno has clasped his hands together around Magomedov's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Moreno (4) vs (0) Magomedov
Moreno taking a breather here. #T1#
Magomedov gets back to half guard.
Moreno prevents Magomedov from improving his position.
Moreno controlling the action here.
Moreno is pressing down on Magomedov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Magomedov is holding on for now.
Magomedov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
Moreno keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Magomedov can do anything to dispel that myth.
Magomedov gets back to full guard.
#SUB2#
Magomedov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Magomedov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Moreno defends it easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Magomedov is adopting a defensive guard.
Moreno stands and throws Magomedov's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Moreno (7) vs (0) Magomedov#T3#
Magomedov is looking to regain half guard here but Moreno keeps moving and retains side control.
Moreno is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Magomedov will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Magomedov prevents Moreno from improving position.
Moreno trying to control the position but Magomedov is working away.
Magomedov struggling a bit here.
A lull in the action here.#T4#
You can see the frustration on Magomedov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Moreno tries to move into full mount but can't pass Magomedov's legs.
Magomedov tries to improve position but can't.
Moreno content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Magomedov can't do much from the bottom here.
Moreno controls the position. #T5#
Magomedov manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Moreno (7) vs (2) Magomedov
Moreno trying to control but Magomedov postures up.
Moreno keeping control of the position.
Magomedov sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Moreno tries to get to full guard but Magomedov has control of the leg.
Magomedov is trying to control. Moreno wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T6#
Moreno is looking to improve his position.
Moreno is working hard here to advance position.
Magomedov stalling away here and it's allowed Moreno to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Moreno wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Moreno bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Magomedov's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Moreno (9) vs (2) Magomedov
Moreno sitting in guard here, content to control.
Moreno preventing the sweep.
Magomedov is trying to keep Moreno in close.
#T7#
Magomedov wants to control the position but Moreno says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Moreno content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Magomedov is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Moreno jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Moreno (12) vs (2) Magomedov
Magomedov is looking for a sweep.
Moreno moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #T8#
Moreno's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Moreno trying to control the position but Magomedov is working away.
Moreno staying calm.
Magomedov gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Moreno (14) vs (2) Magomedov
Magomedov manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Moreno tries to pass to full mount but Magomedov defends it. #T9#
Moreno is controlling the pace.
Magomedov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Moreno trying to pass the guard but Magomedov defending well.
Magomedov trying to control here.
Moreno controlling the action here. #T10#
Magomedov is trying to control but Moreno passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Moreno (17) vs (2) Magomedov#SUB#
Moreno thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Magomedov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Moreno wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Magomedov has eaten all the pies!
Moreno content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T11#
Magomedov struggling a bit here.
Moreno just content to control the position.
Moreno seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Magomedov for as long as he can get away with.
You can see the frustration on Magomedov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T12#
Moreno tries to move to mount but Magomedov blocks the move with his legs.
Magomedov is being controlled here.
Magomedov is trying to improve his position.
Moreno has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Magomedov! Score +2 for reaching mount: Moreno (19) vs (2) Magomedov
Magomedov is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T13#
Moreno content just to control the position here.
Moreno prevents Magomedov from getting the reversal.
Moreno content just to control the position here.
Moreno works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Moreno (22) vs (2) Magomedov
Magomedov is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Magomedov is trying to break free.
Magomedov is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB#
Magomedov fending off the submission attempt from Moreno.
Moreno just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T14##SUB#
Moreno looking for the choke but no joy.
Moreno slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Moreno is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Magomedov defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
And that's the end of the fight!
Moreno takes the fight on points by 22 to 2.
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:
Grappling Hype -13-
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 Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Purlie Wolfensberger! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 7 losses; Victor Kramer!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Frank Antenori and Don Winkell.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Kramer manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Wolfensberger on his heels. He'll look to pass Wolfensberger's guard now, I'm sure. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Wolfensberger (0) vs (2) Kramer
Wolfensberger seems keen to control Kramer's posture.
Wolfensberger trying to control the position.
Kramer stopping the sweep attempt from Wolfensberger.
Wolfensberger is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Wolfensberger is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Wolfensberger has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Kramer is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB2#
Kramer drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Kramer jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T1#
Kramer pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wolfensberger is keeping the position for now.
Wolfensberger could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#SUB2#
Kramer is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Kramer drops back, looking for a kneebar! Wolfensberger looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Wolfensberger looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Wolfensberger! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Wolfensberger (4) vs (2) Kramer#SUB#
Wolfensberger is trying to get an arm triangle but Kramer is defending well.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Kramer tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kramer stops Wolfensberger from passing to mount. #T2#
Kramer is not content to let Wolfensberger control the position.
Kramer tries to bench press Wolfensberger off him but Wolfensberger keeps the position.
Wolfensberger is staying tight to Kramer's torso, preventing him from escaping. #SUB#
Wolfensberger is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Kramer is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Wolfensberger tries for a kimura but Kramer is defending well.
Kramer manages to work his way to half guard, despite Wolfensberger's best efforts.
Wolfensberger moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Wolfensberger (7) vs (2) Kramer
Kramer is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Wolfensberger has hold of Kramer's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Kramer seems comfortable defending it but Wolfensberger has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Kramer is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Kramer is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Wolfensberger couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Purlie Wolfensberger! |
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Event:
MMA Hype -54-
Date: Apr 26, 2025 |
#R1#
Ioannidis scores with a jab to the body.
Good leg kick by Ioannidis.
Ioannidis fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Burke.
Burke throws a shot from downtown. Ioannidis moves away and avoids it.
Ioannidis appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Ioannidis fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Burke.
Ioannidis throws a nice outside leg kick.
Ioannidis lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Ioannidis lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Burke at a distance.
Ioannidis connects with a body shot that sends Burke's belly button to the back.
Ioannidis connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A low kick lands for Ioannidis.
Ioannidis throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Burke stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T1#
Ioannidis with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Ioannidis lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Ioannidis fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Burke.
Ioannidis throws a nice outside leg kick.
Ioannidis getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Burke on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Ioannidis. Ioannidis obviously looking to wear him down.
Anastasios Ioannidis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ioannidis fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Ioannidis connects with a body shot.
A nice leg kick lands there from Ioannidis.
Ioannidis fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Burke on the side of the head.
Ioannidis lands a body shot.
#T2#
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!
Ioannidis lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Burke backs up against the cage.
Ioannidis scores with a hook to the body. Burke takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Burke looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Ioannidis with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Burke on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Ioannidis. Ioannidis obviously looking to wear him down.
Ioannidis scores with a body shot.
Ioannidis thuds a left hand into Burke's body.
A chopping leg kick lands by Ioannidis.
Ioannidis throws a nice inside leg kick.
Burke is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Ioannidis lands with a good body shot.
Ioannidis punishes Burke's body with a nice straight punch.#T3#
Ioannidis chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A decent looking cross lands there for Ioannidis.
Ioannidis connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Ioannidis connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Ioannidis ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Ioannidis connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Good leg kick by Ioannidis.
Ioannidis lands a jab to the nose.
Burke gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
enabling Ioannidis to counter with a crisp jab.
Burke has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Ioannidis.#T4#
Ioannidis connects with a leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD#
Burke shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Burke showed some decent athleticism there.
Burke is pressing down on Ioannidis's thigh, looking to free his foot. Ioannidis is holding on for now. #SUB#
Burke seems to be working for a kimura but Ioannidis defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Burke wants to work for an arm triangle but Ioannidis is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Anastasios Ioannidis dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
A decent looking cross lands there for Ioannidis.
Ioannidis has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Burke is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Ioannidis lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Ioannidis cracks Burke with a good jab.
Burke has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Ioannidis.
Ioannidis tests Burke's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Ioannidis scores with a hook to the body. Burke takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burke fails to land the takedown.
Ioannidis tries a quick counter leg kick but Burke is wise to it.
Ioannidis is looking to slow Burke down with leg kicks.
Anastasios Ioannidis seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Ioannidis connects with an inside leg kick.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Ioannidis.
Burke doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Ioannidis cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ioannidis works the jab nicely.
Ioannidis changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Ioannidis lands a right hook to the body.
Ioannidis throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Ioannidis throws a quick inside leg kick. #T2#
Ioannidis throws a quick inside leg kick.
Burke stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Ioannidis.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ioannidis buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Ioannidis has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ioannidis scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Ioannidis scores with a push kick.
Ioannidis with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Burke takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Ioannidis lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#TD#
Burke shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Ioannidis is holding on to half guard well.#T3##SUB#
Burke is working for a kimura but Ioannidis is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Burke seems to be looking for submissions.
Burke prevents Ioannidis from standing back up.
Burke missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Burke is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Ioannidis reverses the position - he's now on top in Burke's guard. #T4##SUB#
Burke is looking for a triangle but Ioannidis pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Burke looking for a guillotine here but Ioannidis defends easily.
#SUB#
Burke throws his legs up looking for a submission but Ioannidis uses it to pass to side control.
Burke is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Ioannidis is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Burke regains half guard.
Burke is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ioannidis's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ioannidis's back!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Anastasios Ioannidis showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! 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#
Ioannidis lands an overhand right.
Ioannidis's corner calls for a 1-2. Ioannidis obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Ioannidis slaps away a takedown attempt from Burke, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Ioannidis lands with a shot to the body.
Ioannidis lands a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ioannidis dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Burke. That did some damage!
Ioannidis lands a jab to Burke's midsection.
Ioannidis lands a nice leg kick that just misses Burke's sensitive parts.
Burke doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T1#
A slapping leg kick lands for Ioannidis.
Anastasios Ioannidis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Danga de danga de dang - Ioannidis scores with a four punch combination!
Ioannidis fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Burke with a poor takedown
and Ioannidis counters with a nice uppercut.
Decent striking displayed by Ioannidis there.
A low kick lands for Ioannidis.
Ioannidis lands a leg kick that knocks Burke off balance momentarily.
Burke tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Ioannidis scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T2#
Donk. Ioannidis catches Burke right on the button with a cross.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ioannidis lands a nice hook to Burke's body. Burke takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Ioannidis fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Burke walks into a jab.
Ioannidis connects with an inside leg kick.
Ioannidis lands a body shot.
Ioannidis lands with a nice body punch.
Burke shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Ioannidis counters with a thumping low kick.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gilberto Burke. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jab by Ioannidis.
Anastasios Ioannidis is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
A slapping leg kick lands for Ioannidis.
Ioannidis lands with a good body shot.
Burke moves forwards but Ioannidis connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Burke on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Burke tries to move into range but Ioannidis moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Burke looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Ioannidis slaps away a takedown attempt from Burke, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Ioannidis looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ioannidis connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Ioannidis connects with an inside leg kick.#T4#
Ioannidis lands a nice leg kick that just misses Burke's sensitive parts.
Burke takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Burke takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Ioannidis throws a nice inside leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Burke takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Ioannidis scoring well with a low kick there.
Burke takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Ioannidis connects with a solid leg kick.
Burke drops his hands momentarily and Ioannidis takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Gilberto Burke has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nice body punch from Ioannidis.
And that's the end of the fight!
Anastasios Ioannidis comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Ioannidis winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 25:30
Judge George Francis scores the fight 25:30
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Anastasios Ioannidis! |
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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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 19, 2025 |
#R1##TD#
Numbers gets caught flat footed, as Zolin shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Zolin postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Zolin with a flurry of punches that miss.
Zolin throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Zolin trying to stand up but can't free himself from Numbers's guard.
Numbers keeping full guard, as Zolin tries to pass.
Numbers looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zolin sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Numbers pulls Zolin in close to prevent any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Zolin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Numbers swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SU#
Zolin gets to his feet - Numbers follows without any prompting.
A good leg kick by Numbers.
Numbers tries to land a front kick but Zolin steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Zolin appears to be looking for a big counter.
Zolin blocks a head kick by Numbers.
#TD#
Zolin closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB#
Zolin has hold of Numbers's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Numbers tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Zolin cranks the arm and Numbers screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Numbers, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Yevdokim Zolin! |
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Event:
MMA Hype -51-
Date: Apr 16, 2025 |
#R1#
Van Kampen fails with the takedown.
Blackmon dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Van Kampen. That did some damage!
Blackmon throws a low kick but Van Kampen moves out of range easily. #CL#
Blackmon moves into range and clinches up with Van Kampen.
Blackmon lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Van Kampen backwards. #TD#
Blackmon has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Van Kampen uses from the top position.
Van Kampen is pushing down on Blackmon's leg trying to pass to half guard. Blackmon is fighting to maintain full guard but Van Kampen has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Van Kampen is trying a forearm choke� I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Van Kampen seems to be looking for submissions.
#T1#
Van Kampen is looking to take a break and control but Blackmon is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Well, if Van Kampen 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.
Van Kampen prevents Blackmon from improving his position.
Van Kampen keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Van Kampen is keen to just control but Blackmon is a slippery customer.
Blackmon on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Blackmon tries to get out of the position.
Still in half guard, Van Kampen seems content to control.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Blackmon is looking for a sweep. Van Kampen is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Van Kampen trying to control the pace.
Blackmon is not content to let Van Kampen control the position.
Blackmon is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Blackmon has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Van Kampen is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Van Kampen is looking for a kimura here.
Blackmon knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Van Kampen on the ground.#T3#
Blackmon wants to improve his position but Van Kampen is controlling well.
Van Kampen is thwarting Blackmon's attempts to control the position.
Van Kampen trying to control the action but Blackmon is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Blackmon thows a leg kick but Van Kampen checks it #TD2#
so Van Kampen counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Van Kampen content to stall in guard here. #T4#
Van Kampen looking to pass the guard.
Van Kampen trying to control the position from guard on top but Blackmon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Van Kampen tries to free his leg and advance position but Blackmon is retaining full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Van Kampen engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
It looks like Van Kampen might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Smedt Van Kampen dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
A head kick misses from Blackmon.
Van Kampen changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Van Kampen shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Blackmon as he jumps to the side.
Van Kampen checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Blackmon just misses with a punch to the body.
Van Kampen changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Will Blackmon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Van Kampen checks a leg kick.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Van Kampen.
Van Kampen avoids a kick to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Kampen on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Blackmon connects with the punch.
Van Kampen closes the distance and clinches up with Blackmon, looking for a takedown. Van Kampen pushes Blackmon against the cage but Blackmon circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Will Blackmon has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Smedt Van Kampen.
Van Kampen shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Blackmon but Blackmon pushes him off and we're back to square one.#T1#
Van Kampen shoots and misses
enabling Blackmon to counter with a crisp jab.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Van Kampen.
Blackmon slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Van Kampen on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#ROC#Van Kampen is rocked!
Will Blackmon is winning the standup battle so far.
Van Kampen misses with a takedown attempt - Blackmon sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Blackmon looks to land a body kick but Van Kampen moved away.
Blackmon connects with a right hand. Van Kampen shakes it off.
Van Kampen is still on wobbly legs! Can Blackmon finish him?
Blackmon looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#KD#
Blackmon lands a big right hand that sends Van Kampen crashing to the mat! Blackmon stays standing though and waves Van Kampen back to his feet!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Van Kampen is wiping some vaseline out of his eye. Blackmon doesn't give a rats ass about fair play and cracks him with a massive hook to the side of the head! Van Kampen crumples to the floor out cold! The cornerman is going to be in Van Kampen's bad books for that mishap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Will Blackmon!
Smedt Van Kampen spoke after the fight, saying 'Thank you everyone, today is my last fight. Even though today didnt go my way i am very grateful to everyone, and i have enjoyed my career.'. |
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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:
Grappling Hype -7-
Date: Apr 06, 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 5 losses; Gadzhimagomed Magomedov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Gabe Utsecks!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Frank Antenori and Timothy Bukovac.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Utsecks shoots in and gets a takedown into Magomedov's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Magomedov (0) vs (2) Utsecks
Utsecks forces his way into half guard.
Utsecks passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Magomedov (0) vs (5) Utsecks
Magomedov working to try and regain half guard.
Magomedov is working hard here to advance position.
Utsecks content just to control the position here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov is controlling an arm, preventing Utsecks from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
#T1#
Utsecks tries to control but Magomedov wriggling away.
Magomedov is trying to escape the mount.
Utsecks can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Magomedov is looking to escape.
Magomedov wants to hold on but Utsecks pushes him away.
Magomedov sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T2#
Magomedov trying to hold on to Utsecks's head to control him but Utsecks postures up.
#SUB#
Magomedov looking for submissions off his back.
Utsecks is trying to control the action in half guard but Magomedov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Magomedov wants to improve his position but Utsecks is controlling well.
Utsecks is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Magomedov! Score +3 for passing guard: Magomedov (0) vs (8) Utsecks
Utsecks tries to push Magomedov's head away but Magomedov is holding on tight.
Utsecks controlling his opponent. #T3#
Utsecks tries to control but Magomedov wriggling away.
Magomedov is trying to reverse the position but instead Utsecks has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Magomedov (0) vs (11) Utsecks
Good control from Utsecks.
Utsecks tries to keep control of the position but Magomedov is staying busy.
Magomedov tries to break free.
Utsecks struggling to keep hold of the position.
Utsecks might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Magomedov haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T4#
Utsecks keeps control of the position as Magomedov tries to break free.
Utsecks gets his hands free as Magomedov looks to control.
Utsecks controls the action.#SUB2#
Utsecks working for the choke.
Utsecks wants to control but Magomedov is keeping busy.
Utsecks gets his hands free as Magomedov looks to control. #T5##SUB2#
Utsecks has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB2#
Utsecks has the rear naked choke here! This is very bad for Magomedov! Can he survive? No! He's out! Utsecks gets to his feet and celebrates with his cornermen. He looks absolutely delighted. In the post fight interviews he takes time to thank his parents and everyone who has believed in him from the start. How sweet.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Gabe Utsecks!
An out of breath Gabe Utsecks thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Gadzhimagomed Magomedov spoke after the fight, saying 'Bratha... i need to trainy,sleepy and then i smesh'. |
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Event:
Grappling Hype -6-
Date: Mar 30, 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 2 wins and 4 losses; Smalliver Twist! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 5 losses; Gadzhimagomed Magomedov!
The judges for this bout are John Kavanagh, Lou da Vinci and Russell Pearce.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Twist fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Magomedov avoids it really well and circles away.
Twist goes for a double leg but Magomedov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Magomedov continues to drive forward.
Magomedov has Twist pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Twist manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #TD2#
Magomedov works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Twist (0) vs (2) Magomedov#SUB2#
Magomedov drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Twist dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Twist (2) vs (2) Magomedov
Twist trying to control but Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Twist sitting in guard, not really doing much.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Twist is one step ahead there.
Twist controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T1#
Magomedov is trying to control the position but Twist postures up.
Magomedov looking to control but Twist passes into half guard.
#SUB#
Twist is trying to work for a kimura but Magomedov is defending well.
Twist wants to lay and pray for a moment but Magomedov keeps working. #T2##SUB#
Twist is working for a kimura but Magomedov is defending it quite comfortably.
Twist trying to pass the guard but Magomedov defending well.
Magomedov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Twist. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Twist is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Magomedov has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Magomedov is defending against the submission attempts here by Twist.
Magomedov trying to hold on to Twist's head to control him but Twist postures up.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Magomedov has eaten all the pies!#T3#
Twist wants to pass to mount but Magomedov is defending the position.
Magomedov wants to get back to full guard.
Twist trying to control the pace.
Magomedov gets full guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Magomedov can do anything to dispel that myth.
Twist slips nicely into half guard.
Twist content to control rather than advance. #T4#
Magomedov tries to roll over but Twist keeps him under control.
Twist looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Magomedov is concentrating on defense, preventing Twist from advancing position. #SUB#
Magomedov is defending against the submission attempts here by Twist.
Magomedov is looking to improve his position.
#T5#
Magomedov trying to control here.
Magomedov is staying active underneath Twist, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Magomedov is defending against the submission attempts here by Twist.
Magomedov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Twist is working away from the top position though.
Magomedov wants to improve his position but Twist is controlling well.
#T6#
Twist is trying to control. Magomedov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Twist uses his free foot to push down on Magomedov's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Magomedov. Score +3 for passing guard: Twist (5) vs (2) Magomedov#SUB#
Twist jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Magomedov manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Twist wants to control but Magomedov is keeping him busy.
Magomedov wants to control but Twist postures up.#T7#
Magomedov is not content to let Twist control the position. #SUB#
Twist is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Magomedov has escaped the position, nice work there.
Magomedov is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Twist is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Magomedov has escaped the position, nice work there. #T8#
Twist working away.
Magomedov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Twist trying to control the position but Magomedov is working away. #SUB#
Twist goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Magomedov has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Twist but great work by Magomedov. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Twist (5) vs (6) Magomedov
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Magomedov tries to move into full mount but can't pass Twist's legs. #T9#
Twist tries to improve position but can't.
Twist sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Magomedov trying to control from half guard but Twist is working away.
Twist trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB#
Twist looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Twist is in trouble now - Magomedov has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Twist (5) vs (9) Magomedov#T10#
Magomedov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Twist is looking to escape.
Twist tries to lock up and control but Magomedov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Twist bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Twist (7) vs (9) Magomedov
Twist wants to control from the top but Magomedov keeps moving.
Twist tries to free his leg and advance position but Magomedov is retaining full guard. #T11#
Twist sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Magomedov has his hands on Twist's head, controlling the position.
Twist is pushing down on Magomedov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Magomedov is fighting to maintain full guard but Twist has managed to sneak the leg through.
Magomedov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Twist's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Twist's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Twist (7) vs (13) Magomedov#T12##SUB2#
Magomedov looking to break Twist's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Twist remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Magomedov will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#SUB2#
Magomedov seems to be going for a rear naked choke. He has an arm under Twist's chin but Twist turns very nicely into Magomedov's guard. Good BJJ skills being displayed there by Twist.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Twist (9) vs (13) Magomedov
Magomedov looks winded!
Magomedov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Twist controls the pace.
Twist trying to control the position from guard on top but Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Magomedov wants to improve his position but instead Twist has moved into half guard.
Magomedov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Magomedov.#T13#
Twist trying to control but Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Twist is pushing down on Magomedov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Magomedov is fighting to maintain full guard but Twist has managed to sneak the leg through.
Twist is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB#
Twist is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Magomedov is defending against the submission attempts here by Twist.
#T14#
Twist trying to control the action but Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Twist is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Twist wants to take a breather but Magomedov is having none of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Twist is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
And that's the end of the fight!
Magomedov wins on points by 13 to 9.
Post fight, Gadzhimagomed Magomedov stared into the camera and said 'Bratha... I smesh, i smesh, i smesh'.
In defeat, Smalliver Twist stepped up to the mic, saying 'Please Sir, can I have some more?'. |
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Event:
IFA 25: Steel
Date: Mar 29, 2025 |
#R1#
Klarenet throws a jab but it's blocked by Okropir.
Klarenet fails to land with a series of punches.
Okropir misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Okropir throws a head kick but Klarenet moves out of range.
#TD#
Okropir shoots in and gets a takedown into Klarenet's guard.#SUB2#
Klarenet looking for a guillotine here but Okropir defends easily.
Okropir is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Klarenet keeping full guard, as Okropir tries to pass.
Klarenet really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Okropir. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Okropir is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T1#
Klarenet wants to sweep but no luck.
Klarenet is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Okropir scoring with punches to the head and body. #SU#
Okropir stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Okropir fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Okropir lands a nice looking body shot.
Okropir walks into a straight right hand from Klarenet.
Klarenet misses with a combination
and Okropir counters with a nice uppercut.
Okropir throws a nice looking combination but Klarenet bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A solid body kick from Okropir.
Klarenet fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
#T2#
Okropir keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Okropir misses with a combination
#TD2#
and Klarenet counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Okropir kicks off Klarenet and gets to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD#
Klarenet gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Klarenet has his feet on Okropir's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
A punch combination from Klarenet misses.
Klarenet looks winded!
Okropir chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Okropir lands an overhand right.
Crunch! Okropir slams his shin into Klarenet's torso.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Okropir.
Klarenet takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.#T3#
Klarenet is not content to let Okropir control the position. #SUB#
Okropir is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Klarenet is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Okropir wants to lay and pray for a moment but Klarenet keeps working.
Klarenet trying to remain calm as Okropir controls from the top position.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Okropir scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Klarenet to see if he's OK.
Okropir lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Klarenet down.
#ROC#Klarenet is rocked!
Okropir lands a strong strike to the head of Klarenet. That's dazed him! Okropir looking to finish here. Klarenet is waving his arms around trying to block but he's hurt badly - Okropir lands more strikes and the referee steps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Peter Okropir!
Peter Okropir retains his middleweight title!
A victorious Peter Okropir thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
In defeat, Willy Klarenet stepped up to the mic, saying 'Awwwwww mann. For focccksss sake. This guy... Ill be back soon. WOOOOOOO.'. |
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Event:
Grappling Hype -4-
Date: Mar 23, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 4 losses; Spud Grubbins! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 4 losses; Gadzhimagomed Magomedov!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Don Winkell and Frank Antenori.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Grubbins closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Magomedov to the mat! Magomedov manages to get full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Grubbins (2) vs (0) Magomedov
Grubbins looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Magomedov has control of Grubbins's left arm, preventing Grubbins from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Magomedov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Grubbins defends well.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Magomedov has eaten all the pies!
Magomedov looking for a sweep. Not yet Magomedov, not yet.
Magomedov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Grubbins (2) vs (2) Magomedov#SUB#
Grubbins has his foot on Magomedov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Magomedov works his way back into a safe position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov wants to pass the guard but Grubbins is keeping the position.#SUB#
Grubbins escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Magomedov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Magomedov lying in Grubbins's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Grubbins decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! Magomedov taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Spud Grubbins!
As Spud Grubbins got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: This mothafucka gonna get my metal!'.
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:
MMA Hype -44-
Date: Mar 22, 2025 |
#R1##TD2#
Washington closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Burke to the mat! Burke manages to get full guard.
Washington looking to pass the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Burke has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Washington should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Burke has tightened it up now! Washington should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Gilberto Burke! |
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Event:
Grappling Hype -2-
Date: Mar 16, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Lyric Mann! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Gadzhimagomed Magomedov!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Frank Dennis and Daniel Franklin.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Mann throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Magomedov tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Mann is in Magomedov's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Mann (2) vs (0) Magomedov
Mann looking to pass the guard.
Mann content to stall in guard here.
Magomedov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Mann's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mann (2) vs (2) Magomedov
Magomedov is stalling in the full guard.
Magomedov should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Magomedov trying to control but Mann is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mann swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Mann is adopting a defensive guard.
Mann on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Mann tries to get out of the position.#T1#
Mann tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Magomedov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mann is keeping the position for now.
Mann is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magomedov trying to control but Mann is working from the bottom.
Magomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Magomedov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Magomedov has eaten all the pies!
Mann wants to sweep here but Magomedov controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Mann is pulling down on Magomedov's head. It's preventing any offense from Magomedov, at least for the moment.
Magomedov trying to control but Mann is working from the bottom.
Mann being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB#
Mann looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T3#
Magomedov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Mann managing to control the position.
Magomedov looking to sit in guard and control but Mann gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mann (4) vs (2) Magomedov
Magomedov has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Magomedov is continuing to stall.#T4#
Mann controlling from the top position.
Mann's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T5#
Mann works a leg free and moves into half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Magomedov is looking for a sweep. Mann is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Magomedov trying to control from the bottom.
Mann controlling the action here.
Magomedov is looking for a sweep. Mann is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Mann trying to pass the guard but Magomedov defending well.
Mann is thwarting Magomedov's attempts to control the position.
Mann content to control rather than advance. #T6#
Magomedov won't allow Mann to pass to mount.
Mann is working hard here to advance position.
Still in half guard, Mann seems content to control.#T7#
Magomedov is trying to control but can't.
Magomedov is looking for a sweep. Mann is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Mann is thwarting Magomedov's attempts to control the position.
Mann controlling the action here.
Mann passes into side control, despite Magomedov's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Mann (7) vs (2) Magomedov
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. #T8#
Magomedov tries to bench press Mann off him but Mann keeps the position. #SUB#
Mann thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Magomedov being controlled for a moment.
Magomedov is looking to reverse the position.
Mann takes a little break here. Magomedov wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Mann wants to lay and pray for a moment but Magomedov keeps working. #T9#
Magomedov tries to bench press Mann off him but Mann keeps the position.
Magomedov is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Mann is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T10#
Magomedov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Mann taking a breather here. #SUB#
Mann wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Magomedov, who protects the arm well.
Magomedov is looking to reverse the position.
Mann controlling from side mount. #T11#
Magomedov can't do much from the bottom here.
Magomedov is trying to work for a sweep but Mann has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Mann (9) vs (2) Magomedov
Mann controlling the pace for now.
Magomedov tries to reverse the position but Mann maintains control.
Mann sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Magomedov tries to hold on but Mann pushes him away. #T12#
Mann controlling his opponent.
Mann wants to take his opponent's back but Magomedov doesn't allow it.
Mann controlling from mount.
Magomedov can't escape the position.
Mann takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T13#
Magomedov regains half guard.
Magomedov trying to control here.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Mann in particular looking to stall.
Mann prevents Magomedov from improving his position.#T14#
Mann with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Magomedov is looking to improve his position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Magomedov trying to control from the bottom.
Magomedov is looking to improve his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mann takes the fight on points by 9 to 2.
Gadzhimagomed Magomedov was interviewed post fight and said 'Bratha... i need to trainy,sleepy and then i smesh'. |
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Event:
HYPE Midget Championship
Date: Mar 09, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Torso Junior! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Gadzhimagomed Magomedov!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Chris Downing and Frank Dennis.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Junior darts in looking for a takedown but Magomedov gets double underhooks and turns Junior into the cage. #TD#
Junior ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Junior no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Junior looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Magomedov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Magomedov is stalling in the full guard.
Junior looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov controls from within his opponent's guard.
Junior managing to control the position. #T1#
Magomedov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Junior swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Junior is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T2##SUB#
Junior working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Magomedov has passed into half guard!
Junior is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Magomedov has eaten all the pies!
Junior won't allow Magomedov to pass to mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Junior slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T3#
Magomedov stays in close to Junior's body and controls the position.
Magomedov preventing the sweep.
Magomedov trying to control but Junior is working from the bottom.
Junior seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Magomedov won't allow Junior to sweep him here.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Junior is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Junior (2) vs (0) Magomedov
Junior passes into half guard. #T4##SUB#
Junior is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Magomedov defends it well.
Magomedov is trying is best to control the position here.
Junior passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Junior (5) vs (0) Magomedov
Junior trying to control but Magomedov is having none of it. #SUB#
Junior jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Magomedov manages to avoid the submission attempt. #T5##SUB#
Junior looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Junior is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Magomedov is trying to escape and Junior transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Magomedov is forced to tap! Nice work there by Junior! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Torso Junior!
The defeated Gadzhimagomed Magomedov had this to say: 'Bratha... i need to trainy,sleepy and then i smesh'. |
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