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Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary
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Event:
DMMA 388: Barbosa v Easterly
Date: Jan 26, 2025 |
#R1#
Jones slips under a jab from Long.
Sloppy strikes from Long. Those never looked like landing.
It looked like Jones wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jones has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Crimson Crow Combat in the buildup to the fight.
Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Long.
Jones walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CL2#
Long pushes Jones up against the cage in a clinch.
Long stalling.
Jones lands a damaging elbow.
Jones lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Long lands a good knee to the midsection. Jones won't want to take too many of those.
Long is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#BC#
Jones's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Long scores with a jab to the jaw.
Long misses with a series of wild punches.
#T1#
A chopping leg kick lands by Long.
Richard Long seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Long walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Jones checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Long moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Long tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Jones cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've been informed that Long has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Long connects with a leg kick.
Long tried to score with a low kick but Jones checks it.#T2#
Jones misses with a looping right.
Long ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Long slips a straight right by Jones.
Long lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Jones swats away the attempt to clinch by Long.
A chopping leg kick lands by Long.
Long lands a jab to the head.
#T3#
Long throws a leg kick
and Jones counters with a nice uppercut.
Jones avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Jones takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Long thows a leg kick but Jones checks it
and Jones counters with a stiff jab, followed by a cross and an uppercut! That's too much punishment for Long to take - he tumbles to the canvas, blood pouring from his nose, barely conscious. That's the end of the fight! Great knockout by Jones!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Jambalaya Jones!
A victorious Jambalaya Jones thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
Pitbull XVI
Date: Jan 26, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Tanaka Matsuda! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 7 losses; Don Rockmuller!
The judges for this bout are Jorge Garcia, John Roberts and Eddie Farnsworth.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Rockmuller shoots in for a takedown but Matsuda shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Matsuda attempts a counter takedown but Rockmuller avoids it well and moves away.#CL#
Rockmuller tries to keep at a distance but Matsuda has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD2#
Rockmuller jumps guard.
Matsuda wants to pass the guard but Rockmuller is keeping the position.
Rockmuller looking to hit a scissor sweep but Matsuda is one step ahead there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Matsuda advances to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Matsuda trying to control the action but Rockmuller is working from the bottom.
Matsuda is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Matsuda (3) vs (0) Rockmuller#T1#
Matsuda avoids the attempt from Rockmuller to control.#SUB#
Matsuda jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Rockmuller is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Rockmuller and Matsuda has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
#SUB#
Matsuda looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Matsuda thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Rockmuller is not content to let Matsuda control the position. #T2##SUB#
Matsuda is trying to get an arm triangle but Rockmuller is defending well. #SUB#
Matsuda working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Matsuda is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Rockmuller has escaped the position, nice work there. #T3#
Matsuda working away.#SUB#
Matsuda is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Rockmuller is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Rockmuller is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Rockmuller struggling a bit here.
Matsuda laying and praying for a moment but Rockmuller takes advantage and regains half guard. #T4##SUB#
Matsuda is working for a submission of some sort.
Matsuda is just content to waste time from the top position. Rockmuller takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Rockmuller keeping moving, preventing Matsuda from controlling successfully.
Matsuda engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T5#
Rockmuller looking to control.
Matsuda looking to sit in guard and control but Rockmuller gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Matsuda (3) vs (2) Rockmuller
Rockmuller pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Matsuda is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Rockmuller thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Rockmuller postures up.
Matsuda keeping full guard, as Rockmuller tries to pass. #SUB#
Matsuda is looking for a triangle but Rockmuller pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Matsuda looking for a guillotine here but Rockmuller defends easily.
#T6#
Rockmuller works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Rockmuller trying to control from half guard but Matsuda is working away. #SUB2#
Rockmuller is working for a kimura but Matsuda is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Matsuda is defending against the submission attempts here by Rockmuller.
Matsuda wants to get back to full guard.
Rockmuller works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Matsuda (3) vs (5) Rockmuller
You can see the frustration on Matsuda's face as Rockmuller controls the position. #T7#
Matsuda is not content to let Rockmuller control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Rockmuller swings around for an armbar but Matsuda sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Rockmuller's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Matsuda (5) vs (5) Rockmuller
Matsuda looking to pass the guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rockmuller is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Matsuda (5) vs (7) Rockmuller
Rockmuller wants to control from the top but Matsuda keeps moving.
Matsuda trying to control the position.
#T8#
Matsuda keeping moving, preventing Rockmuller from controlling successfully.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Rockmuller working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Rockmuller looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Matsuda looking for a guillotine here but Rockmuller defends easily.
Rockmuller is looking to pass into half guard but Matsuda pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Matsuda is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Matsuda (7) vs (7) Rockmuller
Matsuda wants to pass the guard but Rockmuller is keeping the position.
Matsuda won't allow Rockmuller to sweep him here. #T9#
Rockmuller has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB#
Matsuda drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Rockmuller manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Matsuda has Rockmuller in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Matsuda (7) vs (9) Rockmuller
Rockmuller trying to control the position from guard on top but Matsuda is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Matsuda looking for a sweep. Not yet Matsuda, not yet. #SUB#
Matsuda looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Rockmuller pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Matsuda is keeping the position for now. #T10#
Rockmuller is pushing down on Matsuda's leg trying to pass to half guard. Matsuda is fighting to maintain full guard but Rockmuller has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Rockmuller is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Matsuda slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Rockmuller tries to free his leg and advance position but Matsuda is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Matsuda escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rockmuller gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Rockmuller trying to control but Matsuda is working from the bottom.
Rockmuller is stalling in the full guard.
Rockmuller slips nicely into half guard.
Rockmuller trying to pass the guard but Matsuda defending well. #T11##SUB2#
Rockmuller is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Matsuda has managed to free his arm - good work.
Rockmuller is trying to control the action in half guard but Matsuda is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Matsuda is doing well to control the position and prevent Rockmuller from advancing to side control.#SUB#
Matsuda looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Matsuda tries to get to full guard but Rockmuller has control of the leg. #SUB#
Matsuda is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rockmuller pulls his head out easily.
Matsuda is breathing heavily.
Rockmuller works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Matsuda (7) vs (12) Rockmuller#T12#
Rockmuller wants to control the action but instead Matsuda gets a body lock and reverses into Rockmuller's guard! Nice work! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Matsuda (9) vs (12) Rockmuller
Matsuda pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rockmuller is keeping the position for now.
Matsuda is working hard here to advance position.
Rockmuller is pulling down on Matsuda's head to control his posture.
Matsuda trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rockmuller pulls Matsuda in close to prevent any damage. #T13#
Matsuda looking to sit in guard and control but Rockmuller gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Matsuda (9) vs (14) Rockmuller
Rockmuller forces his way into half guard.
Rockmuller wants to free his trapped foot but Matsuda is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Rockmuller stalling away here and it's allowed Matsuda to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Matsuda keeping moving, preventing Rockmuller from controlling successfully.
Rockmuller won't allow Matsuda to sweep him here. #SUB#
Matsuda has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Rockmuller can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Rockmuller passes Matsuda's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T14#
Rockmuller passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Matsuda! Score +3 for passing guard: Matsuda (9) vs (17) Rockmuller#SUB2#
Rockmuller is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Matsuda to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Matsuda shrugs it off.
Rockmuller wants to take his opponent's back but instead Matsuda manages to regain half guard.
Rockmuller is keen to just control but Matsuda is a slippery customer.
Matsuda is looking to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Rockmuller trying to work for an americana but Matsuda has managed to regain full guard.
Matsuda will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Rockmuller wants to control from the top but Matsuda keeps moving.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rockmuller wins on points by 17 to 9.
An intense looking Don Rockmuller took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'Let's go Mr. President!'. |
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Event:
Pitbull XVI
Date: Jan 26, 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 3 wins and 0 losses; Mr Pervitin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Mehdi Illir!
The judges for this bout are John Kavanagh, Reed Andrews and Russell Pearce.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Pervitin gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Pervitin has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Illir is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#TD#
Pervitin is trying to trip Illir. He has hold of a leg but Illir is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Pervitin persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Pervitin (2) vs (0) Illir#SUB2#
Illir is looking for a triangle but Pervitin pushes his legs off easily.
Pervitin has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Pervitin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Illir is keeping the position for now.
Pervitin trying to control the position from guard on top but Illir is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Pervitin drops back looking for a leg! Illir is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Illir manages to kick Pervitin off! Pervitin jumps back into Illir's guard. #SUB2#
Illir throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Illir looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Illir has his foot on Pervitin's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Pervitin works his way back into a safe position though.
Pervitin is pushing down on Illir's leg trying to pass to half guard. Illir is fighting to maintain full guard but Pervitin has managed to sneak the leg through.
Illir slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Pervitin drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Pervitin jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T1##SUB2#
Illir has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Pervitin can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Pervitin tries to free his leg and advance position but Illir is retaining full guard.
Pervitin trying to control the position from guard on top but Illir is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Illir is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Illir escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Pervitin gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pervitin trying to control but Illir is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Illir has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Pervitin should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Illir has tightened it up now! Pervitin 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 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Mehdi Illir!
After winning the bout, Mehdi Illir thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
Pitbull XVI
Date: Jan 26, 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 8 wins and 8 losses; Abasi Njagi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Zekariays Solomon!
The judges for this bout are Anthony Taglia, Columbo Gatti and Jorge Garcia.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Solomon clinches up against the cage.
Solomon looking for a takedown. #TD#
Njagi gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Njagi (2) vs (0) Solomon#SUB2#
Solomon working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Njagi doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Njagi manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Solomon looking for a sweep. Not yet Solomon, not yet.
Njagi trying to control but Solomon is working from the bottom.
Njagi controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Solomon keeping full guard, as Njagi tries to pass.
Solomon working a defensive guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Njagi pushes down on Solomon's leg and manages to get into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Solomon tries to get to full guard but Njagi has control of the leg. #SUB#
Njagi wants to work for an arm triangle but Solomon is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Solomon is not content to let Njagi control the position.#T1#
Solomon is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Njagi is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Njagi trying to control from half guard but Solomon is working away. #SUB#
Njagi is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Solomon has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Solomon is defending against the submission attempts here by Njagi.
#SUB#
Njagi seems to be working for a kimura but Solomon defends the submission attempt.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Njagi wants to take a breather but Solomon is having none of it.
Solomon is looking to improve his position.
Solomon trying to control from the bottom.
#T2#
Solomon is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Njagi is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Solomon has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Njagi is looking for a kimura but Solomon is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Njagi to get the leverage.
Solomon wants to get back to full guard.
Njagi wants to control but Solomon is keeping him busy.
The fighters are battling for position here. Solomon manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Njagi wants to control from the top but Solomon keeps moving.
Njagi passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Njagi (5) vs (0) Solomon#SUB#
Njagi looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Solomon wants to control but Njagi postures up.#T3##SUB#
Njagi tries for a kimura but Solomon is defending well.
Solomon is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Njagi trying to pass the guard but Solomon defending well.
Solomon is looking to control Njagi's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Solomon avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Solomon is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Njagi pulls his head out easily.
Solomon won't allow Njagi to pass to mount. #SUB#
Njagi is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Njagi trying to mount his opponent but Solomon defends it.
Njagi wants to take a breather but Solomon is having none of it. #SUB#
Njagi is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Solomon is looking for a sweep. Njagi is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
Njagi is thwarting Solomon's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Njagi is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Solomon has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Njagi is working away from the top position though.
Njagi is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Solomon! Score +3 for passing guard: Njagi (8) vs (0) Solomon
Solomon is working to get back to half guard.
Solomon keeps trying to improve his position.
Solomon tries to hold on but Njagi pushes him away.
Solomon regains half guard.
Njagi seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Solomon does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Solomon is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Njagi pulls his head out easily.
Solomon moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Njagi postures up.
#T5#
Njagi wants to control from the top but Solomon keeps moving.
Solomon 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.
Njagi wants to control from the top but Solomon keeps moving.
Solomon working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Njagi thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Njagi trying to control but Solomon is working from the bottom.
Njagi might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Njagi is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Solomon is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Njagi won't allow Solomon to sweep him here.
Njagi slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Njagi (11) vs (0) Solomon
Solomon manages to work his way to half guard, despite Njagi's best efforts.
Njagi is trying to control. Solomon wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T6##SUB#
Njagi is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Solomon has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Njagi is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Njagi is working for a kimura but Solomon is defending it quite comfortably.
Solomon is pressing down on Njagi's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Solomon working for a triangle but Njagi defends it easily.
Njagi pushes down on Solomon's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2#
Solomon looking for submissions off his back.
Solomon is not content to let Njagi control the position.#T7##SUB#
Njagi is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Solomon sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Njagi wants to work for an arm triangle but Solomon is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Njagi seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Solomon does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Solomon regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Solomon throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Njagi trying to control but Solomon is working from the bottom.
Solomon seems keen to control Njagi's posture.
Njagi trying to control the position from guard on top but Solomon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Solomon 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: Njagi (11) vs (2) Solomon
Solomon looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T8##SUB#
Njagi looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Solomon wants to take a breather but Njagi is having none of it.
Njagi trying to hold on to Solomon's head to control him but Solomon postures up.
Njagi is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Solomon works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Njagi (11) vs (5) Solomon
A lull in the action here as Solomon stalls from top position.
Njagi is looking to regain half guard here but Solomon keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB2#
Solomon tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T9#
Njagi is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Njagi wants to control but Solomon postures up.#SUB2#
Solomon has hold of Njagi's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Njagi seems comfortable defending it but Solomon has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Njagi is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Njagi is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Solomon couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Zekariays Solomon!
After the fight, Zekariays Solomon was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
JF 57 - Kung Fu Li vs Lyons
Date: Jan 25, 2025 |
#R1#
Jokic smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Li tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Jokic manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Li rushes Jokic and presses him up against the cage.
Li trying to control the position but instead, Jokic has worked for underhooks and has pushed Li into the cage.
Li blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jokic misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jokic swings wildly with an uppercut but Li uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jokic lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Li backwards.
A short uppercut from Jokic.
Li taking a breather.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jokic can't find room to land a body shot as Li controls the action.
Jokic misses with the head strike.
Jokic lands a left hand.
Jokic misses with a punch to the body.
Jokic lands a body punch.
Jokic misses with a punch to the body.
#T1#
A right hand to the body from Jokic.
Jokic scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Still in the clinch, Jokic scores with a nice short uppercut.
Jokic digs a right hand underneath Li's ribcage. Li let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Li takes a shot to the head.
Li fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Li blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jokic lands with a light punch inside.
Jokic lands with a left to the head.
Jokic lands a right hand that snaps the head of Li backwards.
Jokic lands with a light punch inside.
Li trying to stall but Jokic improves his position.
Jokic lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Li backwards.
A short left from Jokic.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jokic lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Li fails to pull the fight into his guard.
A nice left hand lands by Jokic.
Jokic scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Jokic working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Jokic misses with some punches.
#T2#
Jokic lands with a short shot to the head.
A nice left hand lands by Jokic.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Jokic.
Li looks winded!
Jokic lands a right hand.
Li content to slow the pace in the clinch.
A body shot lands from Jokic.
Jokic lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Li takes a shot to the head.
Jokic lands an uppercut.
Jokic lands a hook to the side of the head.
Jokic lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Li is trying to pull guard but Jokic has him pressed against the cage.
Nick Jokic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zhun Li.
Jokic lands a body shot in the clinch.
Jokic lands a shoulder strike.
Jokic lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Jokic lands a nice uppercut.
Jokic tries a body shot but Li blocks it.
Jokic working aggressively here.
#T3#
Jokic throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lis head. #TD2#
Li gets control of Jokic's arms and successfully pulls guard. Li will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Li wants to sweep but no luck.
Li is trying to keep Jokic in close.
#SUB2#
Jokic got a little sloppy there for a moment and Li has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Jokic has managed to get both his arms back between Li's legs - danger averted.
Li looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jokic is one step ahead there.
Jokic being controlled here momentarily.
Li looking for a sweep. Not yet Li, not yet. #T4##SUB2#
Li escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Jokic gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Li controlling the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Li is on top in guard.
#REVB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Li is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Jokic on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Jokic tries to get out of the position.
Li with a nice head shot there.
Li stands up over Jokic, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Li throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nick Jokic dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Li is looking to clinch.
Li moves in looking to clinch but Jokic pushes him off.
Jokic throwing a counter right hand but Li manages to avoid it.
Li wants to clinch but Jokic slips to the side
and Jokic counters with a straight right hand.
Li tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Jokic manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Jokic swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Li tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Jokic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Li is looking to clinch.
Jokic appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Li tries to clinch
and Jokic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jokic is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T1#
Li tries to clinch but Jokic moves away
and Jokic counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Some bone on bone action there as Li checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Jokic avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Jokic appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#CL2#
Li has Jokic up against the cage in a clinch.
Li taking a breather.
Jokic throws a punch but it's blocked by Li.
Li is trying to stall.
Jokic lands a right hand.
Li tries to pull guard but Jokic holds him up against the cage and eventually Li drops back down to his feet.
Jokic lands with a right to the head. #T2#
Li blocks an uppercut.
Jokic lands a left hand that snaps the head of Li backwards.
Jokic digs a right hand underneath Li's ribcage. Li let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A nice right hand lands inside from Jokic.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jokic.
Nick Jokic has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Li is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Jokic.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Jokic lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Li or not.
Li is breathing heavily.
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!
Li will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Jokic up against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Jokic.
Still in the clinch, Jokic scores with a nice short uppercut.
Jokic misses with a punch to the body.
Jokic struggles to land a body shot inside as Li controls his hands.
Jokic lands an uppercut.#T3#
Jokic swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Li is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Li jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Jokic walks away with a smile on his face. Li gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Li slips a straight right by Jokic.
Some bone on bone action there as Li checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Jokic scores with a punch to the head.#CL2#
Li has managed to clinch.
Jokic can't find room to land a body shot as Li controls the action.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Li tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Jokic smiles and moves away.
Nick Jokic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zhun Li.
Li wants to clinch
letting Jokic counter with a right hand. #ROC#Li is rocked!#T4##CL2#
Li moves into the clinch successfully.
Jokic cracks Li with a nice body shot.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Jokic.
Jokic lands a nice uppercut.
Li is still on wobbly legs! Can Jokic finish him?
A head punch on the inside from Jokic fails to land.
Li seems to have recovered his senses.
Jokic lands a right hand.
Jokic is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Li can do to turn this around?
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD2#
Li ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Li no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB2#
Li has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Jokic can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Li controlling Jokic's posture.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nick Jokic dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Jokic gets tackled into the cage by Li. Li maintains the clinch.
Jokic lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Jokic throws a punch but it's blocked by Li.
Li blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jokic digs a right hand into Li's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Li's gas tank.
Jokic lands a hook that snaps the head of Li backwards.
Jokic misses with a hook to the ribs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jokic gets through Li's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Li is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Jokic is keeping busy.
Jokic tries a body shot but Li blocks it.
Li wants to stall.
Jokic stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Li takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Li.
A nice left hand lands by Jokic.
Jokic lands with a short shot to the head.
Jokic lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Jokic lands a left hand.
Jokic lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short uppercut from Jokic.
Jokic lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Jokic.
Jokic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jokic swings wildly with an uppercut but Li uses good head movement to avoid it.
Li takes a shot to the head.
Jokic throws a head punch that misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD2#
Li drags the fight down to the ground.
Jokic is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Jokic has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Jokic postures up.
#T2#
Li pulls Jokic in to control the position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Li is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Li working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Nick Jokic is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Jokic is trying to keep Li in close.
Li's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Li is continuing to stall.
Li scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T3#
Jokic avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Li landing with the ground and pound.
Li trying to control but Jokic is working from the bottom.
Li lands a couple of digs.
Li content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Li content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Li works over Jokic with some ground and pound from guard.
Li has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Li accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Li makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Li is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Li is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Li working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Li landing with the ground and pound.
Li trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Li with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Li advances to half guard.
Zhun Li has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Li working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nick Jokic showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Jokic, 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nick Jokic!
In his post fight interview, Nick Jokic gave a big smile as he said 'I wanna thank my family and my little children, who can't watch me but is the greatest source of strength I've ever had.
Let's go Nuggets!
Billy, Give me some Rakija, please!'. |
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Event:
JF 58 - Cahill vs Yurchon
Date: Jan 25, 2025 |
#R1##TD#
Maine throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Mondale was covering up waiting for the punch and Maine finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Mondale manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#TD#
Maine gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Maine wants to pass the guard but Mondale is defending well.
Mondale tries to roll over but Maine keeps him under control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Maine seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Maine moves into full mount! Mondale won't be happy about that! #SUB#
Maine with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Maine pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
#T1#
Maine looking to control but Mondale is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB#
Maine working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Maine trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB#
Maine has control of Mondale's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Mondale regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Mondale is squirming around, avoiding Maine's attempts to control the action. #SUB#
Maine goes for an armbar but Mondale turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Mondale. #T2##SUB#
Maine is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Mondale rolls with it to try and escape but Maine cranks on the arm and Mondale is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Captain Maine! |
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Event:
Pitbull XV
Date: Jan 24, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Mehdi Illir! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 4 losses; Tinashe Chukwuma!
The judges for this bout are John Kavanagh, Reed Andrews and Russell Pearce.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Chukwuma shoots in and drives through. Illir sprawls well.
Illir misses with a takedown attempt - Chukwuma sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Chukwuma shoots for a double leg takedown but Illir sprawls well. He's pushed Chukwuma's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #TD#
Chukwuma gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Illir (2) vs (0) Chukwuma
Chukwuma looking for a sweep. Not yet Chukwuma, not yet.
Illir tries to free his leg and advance position but Chukwuma is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Illir 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.
Illir might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Illir got a little sloppy there for a moment and Chukwuma has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Illir has managed to get both his arms back between Chukwuma's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Chukwuma working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Illir doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Illir manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
We've been hearing good reports from Illir's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Illir stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Chukwuma swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Chukwuma is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Illir defends well.#SUB#
Illir thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T1##SUB#
Illir drops back looking for a leg! Chukwuma is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Chukwuma manages to kick Illir off! Illir jumps back into Chukwuma's guard.
Illir tries to free his leg and advance position but Chukwuma is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Chukwuma working for a triangle but Illir defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Chukwuma is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Illir drops back looking for a leg! Chukwuma is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Chukwuma manages to kick Illir off! Illir jumps back into Chukwuma's guard.
Illir tries to free his leg and advance position but Chukwuma is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Illir thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Illir thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T2##SUB2#
Chukwuma is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Illir slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Chukwuma looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Illir is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Chukwuma is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Mehdi Illir!
An out of breath Mehdi Illir thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
Pitbull XV
Date: Jan 24, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Cazic Thule! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 7 losses; Don Rockmuller!
The judges for this bout are Jorge Garcia, Eddie Farnsworth and Franklyn Lucas.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Rockmuller dives in and scores a takedown into Thule's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Thule (0) vs (2) Rockmuller#SUB#
Thule escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rockmuller gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Rockmuller advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Thule (0) vs (5) Rockmuller#SUB2#
Rockmuller wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Thule, who protects the arm well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The referee asks Rockmuller politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Rockmuller prefers to stall for the moment though.#SUB2#
Rockmuller is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Thule is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Rockmuller thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Rockmuller thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T1##SUB2#
Rockmuller is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Thule is trying to escape and Rockmuller transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Thule is forced to tap! Nice work there by Rockmuller! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Don Rockmuller!
Post fight, Don Rockmuller took to the microphone: 'Let's go Mr. President!'. |
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Event:
Pitbull XIV
Date: Jan 19, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 1 losses; Gillechriosd McCoy! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 7 losses; Abasi Njagi!
The judges for this bout are Jonathan Paton, Alyssa Summers and Bruno Lombardi.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Njagi closes this distance looking for a takedown but McCoy circles away.
Njagi looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? McCoy is fending him off so far but Njagi persists. Nope, McCoy circles away and we're back to standing.#CL#
McCoy moves into the clinch successfully.
Njagi wants a takedown but no success here.
Gillechriosd McCoy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Abasi Njagi.
McCoy is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Njagi gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
McCoy has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Njagi avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#TD2#
Njagi has McCoy pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Njagi pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending McCoy tumbling to the mat - Njagi dives into McCoy's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: McCoy (0) vs (2) Njagi
McCoy has Njagi pulled in close to control his posture.
Njagi wants to control from the top but McCoy keeps moving.
McCoy has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
McCoy will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCoy manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Njagi manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: McCoy (2) vs (2) Njagi#SUB2#
Njagi working for submissions but it's allowed McCoy to get to half guard.
#T1#
Njagi is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Njagi looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Njagi is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Njagi looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Njagi is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McCoy pulls his head out easily. #T2#
Njagi is in trouble now - McCoy has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: McCoy (5) vs (2) Njagi
Njagi working to try and regain half guard.
Njagi tries to improve his position but instead McCoy has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: McCoy (8) vs (2) Njagi#T3#
Njagi can't escape the position.
McCoy controls the position.
Njagi is in bad spot here.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Njagi is really stuck here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McCoy seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Good control from McCoy.#T4#
McCoy has the hooks in. Njagi is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
McCoy is trying to stick to Njagi's back but Njagi is turning into McCoy. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in McCoy's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Njagi. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: McCoy (8) vs (4) Njagi
McCoy keeping moving, preventing Njagi from controlling successfully.
McCoy is adopting a defensive guard.
McCoy keeping full guard, as Njagi tries to pass.
Njagi trying to control but McCoy is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Njagi has gone for a leg lock! McCoy slips out almost immediately though and dives into Njagi's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: McCoy (10) vs (4) Njagi#T5#
McCoy controls from within his opponent's guard.
McCoy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Njagi is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Njagi looking for submissions from the bottom but instead McCoy passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: McCoy (13) vs (4) Njagi
Njagi tries to buck McCoy off but McCoy is having none of it.
Njagi is being controlled here. #T6#
Njagi is looking to reverse the position.
The referee asks McCoy politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. McCoy prefers to stall for the moment though.
Njagi is trying to improve his position.
McCoy just content to control the position.
Njagi is trying to improve his position.
Njagi can't do much from the bottom here.
McCoy controlling the position from side mount. #T7#
McCoy trying to control the position but Njagi is working away.
Njagi is looking for a sweep.
McCoy is staying tight to Njagi's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Njagi is looking to reverse the position.
Njagi manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: McCoy (13) vs (6) Njagi
McCoy is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Njagi's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Njagi's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: McCoy (17) vs (6) Njagi
Njagi is in bad spot here.
McCoy trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Njagi doesn't escape.
McCoy is not going to allow Njagi to sit and survive in this position. #T8#
Njagi tries to break free.
McCoy is trying to stick to Njagi's back but Njagi is turning into McCoy. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in McCoy's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Njagi. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: McCoy (17) vs (8) Njagi
McCoy keeping moving, preventing Njagi from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Njagi drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but McCoy manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Njagi has McCoy in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: McCoy (19) vs (8) Njagi#SUB2#
Njagi is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Njagi looking for subs off his back but McCoy has passed one foot through into half guard.
#T9#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with McCoy in particular looking to stall.
Njagi tries to get to full guard but McCoy has control of the leg.
McCoy controlling the action here. #T10#
McCoy is looking to advance position but Njagi won't allow it.
Njagi wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Njagi actively working from the bottom here.
Njagi regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Njagi working for submissions but it's allowed McCoy to get to half guard.
#T11##SUB2#
Njagi looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Njagi looks winded!
Njagi is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Njagi is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McCoy pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Njagi looking for submissions off his back.
McCoy passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Njagi! Score +3 for passing guard: McCoy (22) vs (8) Njagi#T12#
McCoy content just to control the position here.
Njagi looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: McCoy (25) vs (8) Njagi
McCoy controls the position.
Njagi manages to reverse the position and now he's in McCoy's guard. Nice work there by Njagi.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: McCoy (25) vs (10) Njagi#T13#
Njagi wants to pass the guard but McCoy is keeping the position.
Njagi keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Njagi is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! McCoy is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! McCoy has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: McCoy (27) vs (10) Njagi#SUB2#
Njagi throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! McCoy escapes and throws Njagi's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: McCoy (30) vs (10) Njagi
McCoy controlling the position from side mount. #T14#
Njagi is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
McCoy controlling the position.
Njagi tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but McCoy wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Njagi sneaks back into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
McCoy takes the fight on points by 30 to 10.
Gillechriosd McCoy retains his super heavyweight title!
Gillechriosd McCoy decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
MMA Hype -26-
Date: Jan 18, 2025 |
#R1##CL2#
Carrasco forces Peres back against the cage and clinches.
Peres softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Peres wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Carrasco has him pressed against the cage.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Peres lands a hook to the side of the head.
Peres being controlled against the cage.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Peres wants to break the clinch but can't.
Peres has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Peres is trying to push Carrasco away but Carrasco has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Peres's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Peres managing to block the knees to the body from Carrasco.
Carrasco throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Peres blocks it with crossed arms.
Peres is trying to break the clinch but Carrasco has him pressed against the cage.
Carrasco tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Carrasco misses with an elbow over the top.
Peres blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T1#
Peres can't break the clinch.
Peres blocks an elbow strike.
Peres can't break the clinch.
A knee to the head by Carrasco.
Peres misses with some punches.
Peres stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Peres looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Carrasco controlling the action here for a moment.
Carrasco is trying to stall.
Carrasco has Peres pressed against the cage, preventing Peres from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Peres tries to circle away but Carrasco has him pinned against the cage.
Carrasco has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Peres seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Carrasco can turn it around.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Peres.
Peres tries to circle away but Carrasco has him pinned against the cage.
Carrasco stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Peres can't break the clinch.
#T2##BC#
Peres breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Peres circles away from the clinch attempt
and Peres counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Carrasco looks to clinch
letting Peres counter with a right hand.
Carrasco tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Peres counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL2#
Carrasco moves into the clinch.
Carrasco tries to throw a body punch but Peres avoids it by throwing Carrasco back against the cage.
Peres blocks the elbow strike.
Peres is trying to force a seperation but Carrasco has the dominant position.
Peres lands with a light punch inside. #T3#
Peres is trying to push Carrasco away but Carrasco has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Carrasco has Peres pressed against the cage, preventing Peres from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Carrasco.
Carrasco prevents Peres from breaking the clinch.
Carrasco blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Peres goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Peres can't break the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Peres. #BC#
Peres breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2#
Carrasco closes the distance and clinches.
Carrasco controlling the action here for a moment.
Carrasco landing some nice looking knees to the body.
A bit of stalling here from Carrasco.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Peres misses with the head strike.
#T4#
Carrasco doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Peres lands a left hand that snaps the head of Carrasco backwards.
Knees in the clinch landing for Carrasco.
Peres scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Peres lands a hook that snaps the head of Carrasco backwards.
Peres misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Peres dodges an elbow strike from Carrasco.
Peres misses with a short punch on the inside.
Carrasco blocking some punches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Carrasco keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Peres's efforts to push away.
Peres wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Carrasco holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Peres is trying to break the clinch but Carrasco is controlling him.
Peres has had enough of the clinch but Carrasco keeps him there for the moment.
Carrasco controlling the action here for a moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Alexi Peres will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##CL2#
Carrasco clinches up against the cage.
Carrasco is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Peres misses with a punch to the body.
Fran Carrasco seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Peres wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Carrasco has Peres pressed against the cage, preventing Peres from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Carrasco keeps control of Peres as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Peres is trying to force a seperation but Carrasco has the dominant position.#BC#
Peres pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Carrasco clinches up with Peres and pushes him back against the cage.
A short right from Carrasco on the inside.
Peres has had enough of the clinch but Carrasco keeps him there for the moment.
Peres wants to break the clinch but can't.
#T1#
Peres has a couple of punches blocked by Carrasco.
Carrasco prevents Peres from breaking the clinch.
Peres lands a nice shot to the body.
Carrasco throws an elbow but it misses.
Peres tries to break the clinch but Carrasco is controlling the position.
Carrasco misses with an elbow strike.
Peres tries to throw a body punch but Carrasco avoids it by throwing Peres back against the cage.
Peres throws a head punch that misses.
Carrasco tries to land a knee to the head but Peres blocks with his arms.
Peres is looking to break free of the clinch but Carrasco has double underhooks.
Peres is trying to force a seperation but Carrasco has the dominant position.#BC#
Peres breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Peres keeps the fight on the outside.
Peres swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#CL2#
Carrasco moves into range and clinches up with Peres.
Carrasco tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Peres goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T2#
Carrasco is struggling to control the position.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Carrasco is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Carrasco manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Carrasco keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Peres's efforts to push away.
Peres tries to work over Carrasco's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Peres throws a punch but it's blocked by Carrasco.
Carrasco throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Carrasco keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Peres's efforts to push away.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Carrasco takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Peres wants to break the clinch but can't.
#T3#
Carrasco tries to stall but Peres uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Carrasco lands with a light punch inside.
Carrasco will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Peres up against the cage.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Fran Carrasco.
Carrasco tries to clinch up
and Peres counters with a stiff right hand.
Carrasco tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Carrasco tries to clinch up
and Peres counters with a nice uppercut. #T4#
Carrasco wants to clinch but Peres slips to the side
and Peres counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Fran Carrasco is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Carrasco wants to clinch but Peres slips to the side
and Peres connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL2#
Carrasco clinches up with Peres and pushes him back against the cage.
Peres scores with a nice hook to the head.
Carrasco has Peres pressed against the cage, preventing Peres from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Carrasco looking to slow down the pace here.
Carrasco keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Peres's efforts to push away.
Peres wants to get back to striking at distance but Carrasco won't allow it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Peres can't find room to land a body shot as Carrasco controls the action.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Carrasco.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Peres.
Peres is trying to break the clinch but Carrasco is controlling him.
Peres is trying to break free.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Alexi Peres will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes 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#
Carrasco is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Carrasco darts in trying to clinch
and Peres counters with a straight right hand.
Carrasco closes the distance but Peres moves to the side
and Peres counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Alexi Peres is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Carrasco tries to clinch but fails miserably
letting Peres counter with a right hand.
Carrasco darts in trying to clinch
and Peres counters with a big right hand! Oh Carrasco is in trouble here! Peres follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alexi Peres!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Alexi Peres made sure he mentioned Feeble Fightware, along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
Sunrise 8
Date: Jan 18, 2025 |
#R1#
Gronkowski lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Vanitis circles away quickly and effectively.#CL2#
Gronkowski gets tackled into the ropes by Vanitis. Vanitis maintains the clinch.
Vanitis throws an elbow but it's blocked.
#BC#
Gronkowski breaks from the clinch.
Vanitis avoids a punch combination nicely.
Vanitis swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Gronkowski throws a hook but Vanitis avoids it easily.
It seemed like Vanitis was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Vanitis takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Gronkowski lands a head shot.
Vanitis keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Gronkowski.
Vanitis lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gronkowski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vanitis lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
#CUT2#It looks like Toby Gronkowski has been cut.
Gronkowski misses with a double jab
and Vanitis counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1#
Gronkowski lands a really nice looking cross but Vanitis seems unphased.
Vanitis avoids the head kick by Gronkowski.
Vanitis is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Gronkowski with a body shot.
Vanitis connects with a body shot.
Gronkowski throws a head kick but Vanitis moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Vanitis! But no joy.
Gronkowski misses the jab.
Vanitis is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Vanitis swings for the body but Gronkowski moves out of range.
Gronkowski is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Vanitis.
Vanitis ducks under a wild hook from Gronkowski.
Vanitis has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
A left lands for Gronkowski.#CL2#
Vanitis clinches up against the ropes.
Gronkowski wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Gronkowski is trying to break the clinch but Vanitis is controlling him.
Vanitis lands an elbow just above Gronkowski 's eye.
Gronkowski wants to get back to striking at distance but Vanitis won't allow it.
#T2#
Vanitis scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Vanitis lands a damaging elbow.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gronkowski can't break the clinch.
Gronkowski tries to break free but Vanitis pushes him back against the ropes.
Vanitis lands a damaging elbow.
Vanitis throws a head punch that misses.
Gronkowski wants to get back to striking at distance but Vanitis won't allow it.
Gronkowski blocks the elbow strike.
Vanitis comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Gronkowski can't break the clinch.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Vanitis.
Gronkowski wants to break the clinch but can't.
Vanitis lands a shoulder strike.
Gronkowski is looking to break free of the clinch but Vanitis has double underhooks.
I was talking to Gronkowski's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Gronkowski is looking to break free of the clinch but Vanitis has double underhooks.
Gronkowski has had enough of the clinch but Vanitis keeps him there for the moment.
Vanitis lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Gronkowski backwards.
Vanitis lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT2#Toby Gronkowski's cut is getting worse.
Gronkowski looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Lerouch Vanitis dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Toby Gronkowski's cut.
That's time! Gronkowski's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Vanitis blocks a jab.
Vanitis uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gronkowski.
Vanitis throws out a counter right but Gronkowski avoids it with no problem.
Gronkowski throws a leg kick that is checked
and Vanitis counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Vanitis checks a low kick from Gronkowski.
Gronkowski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vanitis was well out of range. Poor timing from Gronkowski.
Gronkowski throws a sloppy head kick and Vanitis moves out of range easily.
Toby Gronkowski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gronkowski misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Vanitis counters with a one-two to the body.
Vanitis ducks under a wild hook from Gronkowski.
Gronkowski scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Vanitis doesn't seem bothered though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vanitis checks the leg kick nicely there.
Vanitis checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Gronkowski throws a leg kick but Vanitis sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Gronkowski swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#T1#
Gronkowski swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A little jabbing left from Vanitis on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Gronkowski lands a jab to the head.
A low kick from Gronkowski is predictable there
and Vanitis connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Vanitis connects with the punch.
Vanitis displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Gronkowski throws out the jab.
Lerouch Vanitis is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Gronkowski throws a left and a right that both miss
and Gronkowski takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Gronkowski throws a hook but Vanitis blocks it.
Good work by Vanitis as he checks the leg kick.
A little jabbing left from Vanitis on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL2#
Vanitis has managed to clinch.
Vanitis lands a damaging elbow.
Gronkowski is trying to break the clinch but Vanitis has him pressed against the ropes.
Gronkowski tries to break the clinch but Vanitis is controlling the position.
Gronkowski wants to break the clinch but can't.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Vanitis creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T2#
Vanitis lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT2#Toby Gronkowski's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Vanitis creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Vanitis has Gronkowski pressed against the ropes, preventing Gronkowski from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Gronkowski wants to break the clinch but can't.
Gronkowski is looking to break free of the clinch but Vanitis has double underhooks.
Gronkowski wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Gronkowski can't break the clinch.
Vanitis lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Vanitis lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT2#Jeez, Toby Gronkowski's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Toby Gronkowski's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Lerouch Vanitis! Lerouch Vanitis retains his light heavyweight title!
Lerouch Vanitis seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
Hopkin's Girl Loves Owen Wall
Date: Jan 18, 2025 |
#R1##TD2#
Li fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Maine to the ground. Li is now in Maine's guard.
Maine seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Maine looking to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Li avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Li missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Maine is trying to control the position from the bottom.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Maine is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Li is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Li wants to sweep but no luck.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Li can do anything to dispel that myth.
Maine stays in close to Li's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Maine postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Li is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Maine, into his guard. #REVB##T1#
Li looking to sit in guard and control but Maine gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Maine passes Li's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Maine is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Li is just riding it out for now. Maine eventually gives up the hold.
Li tries to get to full guard but Maine has control of the leg.
Li is trying is best to control the position here.
Li trying to control from the bottom.
#T2#
Maine prevents Li from improving his position.#SUB#
Maine seems to be working for a kimura but Li defends the submission attempt.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Li is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Maine seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Li does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Li is looking for a sweep. Maine is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Li trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB#
Maine is looking for a kimura but Li is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Maine to get the leverage. #SUB#
Maine seems to be looking for submissions.
Li is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Maine tries to pass the half guard into mount. Li knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Li is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3#
Maine is looking to advance position but Li won't allow it.
Li is trying to maintain the position but Maine is very close to passing his half guard.
Li is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Maine's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Maine's back!
Maine is really stuck here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Li lands a punch to the side of the head from the back.
Maine is trying to remain composed but Li is hammering down strikes to the side of his head.
Li is trying to stick to Maine's back but Maine is turning into Li. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Li's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Maine.
Maine wants to control from the top but Li keeps moving.
Maine tries to free his leg and advance position but Li is retaining full guard. #T4#
Li lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Li accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Li distracts Maine with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Maine manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Li manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Maine looking to pass the guard.
Li managing to control the position. #SUB2#
Li is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Maine defends well.
Li is trying to control the position but Maine postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Jun Li will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Li shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Maine blocking the ground and pound attempt from Li.
Jun Li has got the better of the ground game so far.
Li lands strikes from half guard.
Li landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Maine is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maine makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Maine.#SUB#
Maine working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Li doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Li manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T1#
Li wants to control from the top but Maine keeps moving.
Li throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB#
Maine working for submissions but it's allowed Li to get to half guard.
Maine is refusing to be controlled, as Li sits in half guard.
Li not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Li trying to control from Maine's half guard. Maine has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Li 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. #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.
Li distracts Maine with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Li landing with the ground and pound.
Li's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Maine looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Li is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Li in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T3#
Li stands up over Maine, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Maine bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Li's guard. #REVR#
Maine tries to free his leg and advance position but Li is retaining full guard.
Li wants to sweep here but Maine controlling him for the moment.
Maine stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Li swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Maine drops back looking for a leg! Li is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Li manages to kick Maine off! Maine jumps back into Li's guard.
Li manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Maine manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Li chips away with some ground and pound.
Li trying to control but Maine is working from the bottom. #T4#
Li distracts Maine with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB#
Maine had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Li defends it easily.#SUB#
Maine looking for subs off his back but Li has passed one foot through into half guard.
Li lands with a punch from half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Li working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Li drops an elbow to the side of Maine's head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jun Li showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! And we move into the final round!#R3##TD2#
Li shoots in and bounces Maine off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Li must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Maine is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB#
Maine has his foot on Li's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Li works his way back into a safe position though.
Li lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Maine controls Li momentarily but Li frees himself.
Li connects with a couple of short punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Li content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Maine is trying to control the position but Li postures up.
Li is in close to Maine's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T1#
Li connects with a couple of short punches.#SUB#
Li throws a sloppy strike and Maine has hooked up an armbar on the loose arm! He's turned and extended fully! Li is forced to tap! Great BJJ from Maine!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:25 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Captain Maine! |
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Event:
Hopkin's Girl Loves Owen Wall
Date: Jan 18, 2025 |
#R1##KD#
Oooooh!!! Ruffy has knocked Mcdonald down with a huge combo! Ruffy steps away and waves a wobbly Mcdonald back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#Mcdonald is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Nick Mcdonald has been cut.
Ruffy lands a body shot.
Mcdonald is still on wobbly legs! Can Ruffy finish him?
Ruffy drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks Mcdonald right on the button. Mcdonald goes down! Ruffy follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Ruffy gets the win via TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Matteo Ruffy!
Matteo Ruffy retains his lightweight title!
An intense looking Matteo Ruffy took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'I want to thank all the fans and, specially, Legend's girlfriend sitting over there and winking at me the whole time. It's time to show her what a man can do outside the cage.
I'll call you, baby!'.
The defeated Nick Mcdonald had this to say: 'I'll be back.'. |
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Event:
Farewell Umar - Jump says Bye
Date: Jan 18, 2025 |
#R1#
Nice shot lands for Hancock.
Hancock thows a left - swing and a miss!
Drechsler throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Hancock's waist but Hancock gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Drechsler off to one side.
A jab from Hancock misses.
Hancock fails with an attempt to clinch.
Drechsler bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hancock's jab looks to have found its range, popping Drechsler under the eye.
A punch combination from Hancock misses.
Drechsler appears to be looking for a big counter.
The crowd cheers as Hancock lands an impressive looking overhand right. Drechsler doesn't seem phased though.
Hancock throws a jab when Drechsler was well out of range.
Hancock connects with a body shot that sends Drechsler's belly button to the back.
Drechsler ducks under a wild hook from Hancock.
Drechsler was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Drechsler really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Hancock misses with a body shot.
#CL#
Drechsler fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Hancock, pushing him back against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hancock has a couple of punches blocked by Drechsler.
Hancock tries to land a knee to the head but Drechsler blocks with his arms.
Drechsler working hard to break the clinch.
Hancock tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hancock softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Hancock keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Drechsler's efforts to push away.#T1#
Hancock trying to stall but Drechsler improves his position.
Drechsler lands a right hand.
Drechsler blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Hancock just misses with a elbow thrown towards Drechsler's brow.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Drechsler.
Hancock misses with the head strike.
Hancock tries to work over Drechsler's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hancock blocks an elbow strike from Drechsler.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Hancock fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hancock pushes Drechsler back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Drechsler fails to pull guard.
Hancock working aggressively here.
Drechsler is trying to push Hancock away but Hancock has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Drechsler blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Hancock scores with a nice short uppercut.
Hancock pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#T2#
Drechsler tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tom Drechsler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hancock lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Hancock taking a breather.
Hancock pushes Drechsler back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Hancock lands with a short shot to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hancock scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Drechsler tries to pull guard but Hancock forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Hancock throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Drechslers head.
Hancock misses with the head strike.
Drechsler blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short left from Hancock.
Drechsler has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Hancock after a bit of a struggle.
Drechsler tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Hancock avoids it.
Hancock looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Drechsler scores with a shoulder strike.
Hancock lands a body shot.
Drechsler is breathing heavily.#T3#
Hancock throws a head punch that misses.
Hancock swings wildly with an uppercut but Drechsler uses good head movement to avoid it.
Drechsler blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hancock struggles to land a body shot inside as Drechsler controls his hands.
Drechsler is trying to pull guard but Hancock turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Hancock misses with a short punch on the inside.
Hancock swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hancock lands a shoulder strike.
Hancock is trying to stall.
Hancock trying to land knees to the body.
Hancock stops a takedown attempt from Drechsler.
Hancock misses with the head strike.
Hancock goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hancock misses with a punch on the inside.
Hancock lands an uppercut.
Drechsler blocks an uppercut.
#T4#
Hancock misses with a punch to the body.
Drechsler leaning his opponent against the cage.
Hancock keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Drechsler's efforts to push away.
Hancock tries to stall but Drechsler uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Drechsler tries to circle away but Hancock has him pinned against the cage.
A short right from Hancock on the inside. #CUT2#It looks like Tom Drechsler has been cut.
Drechsler blocking some punches.
Hancock lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Hancock tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hancock throws a punch but it's blocked by Drechsler.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Drechsler blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hancock missing with knees to the body.
Hancock looking to slow down the pace here.
Hancock tries to throw a body punch but Drechsler avoids it by throwing Hancock back against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Eli Hancock dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tom Drechsler's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Hancock throws a body punch but Drechsler moves out of range.
Drechsler shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Hancock but Hancock pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Jab, jab by Hancock - just one landing. #ROC2#Drechsler is rocked!
Drechsler takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Oh Drechsler is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Eli Hancock seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Hancock throws a low kick but Drechsler avoids it.
Hancock drops Drechsler with a straight right hand, right on the button! Hancock follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Eli Hancock!
Eli Hancock made sure to mention his sponsor, Feeble Fightware in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
JF 56 - Viking vs the SNAKE
Date: Jan 18, 2025 |
#R1##CL2#
Padrilo clinches with his opponent.
Padrilo is trying to break free.#TD#
Gates turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Gates manages to end up in side control.#SUB#
Gates is trying to get an arm triangle but Padrilo is defending well.
Gates tries to advance to mount but Padrilo instead regains half guard. #SUB#
Gates is trying for a kimura here. Padrilo looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Gates wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Jason Gates!
Jason Gates retains his welterweight title!
As Jason Gates got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: DRENGR! TIL VALHALA!!
Skål! Skål! Skål!'. |
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Event:
MMAH 10 - Moore vs Halloway
Date: Jan 17, 2025 |
#R1#
A nice inside leg kick there by Bauglir. That's going to slow Mamba down.
Bauglir misses with the body kick
letting Mamba counter with a right hand. #CUT#It looks like Morgoth Bauglir has been cut.
Bauglir misses with a body shot
and Mamba counters with a huge left! Bauglir is in big trouble! He's backing up but Mamba isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Bauglir from any more damage. A dominating finish by Mamba!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Black Mamba!
After the big win, Black Mamba made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Feeble Fightware and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. |
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Event:
Pitbull XIII
Date: Jan 16, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Mr Pervitin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 6 losses; Don Rockmuller!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Lombardi, Eddie Farnsworth and Anthony Taglia.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Rockmuller throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Pervitin tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Rockmuller is in Pervitin's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Pervitin (0) vs (2) Rockmuller
Rockmuller wants to pass the guard but Pervitin is keeping the position.#SUB#
Pervitin is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pervitin wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Rockmuller thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Rockmuller slips nicely into half guard.#SUB#
Pervitin looking for submissions off his back.
Rockmuller is pressing down on Pervitin's thigh, looking to free his foot. Pervitin is holding on for now. #SUB#
Pervitin actively working from the bottom here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Rockmuller is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Pervitin looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T1#
Pervitin is looking to improve his position.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Rockmuller working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#SUB#
Pervitin has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Rockmuller. Oh but Pervitin has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Rockmuller goes limp - he's gone! Pervitin jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Mr Pervitin!
After the fight, Mr Pervitin was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
MMAH 9 - Mferi vs Travis
Date: Jan 12, 2025 |
#R1#
Parkinson throws an overhand right that lands on Wrevino's shoulder, as Wrevino tries to avoid the shot.
Wrevino throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Parkinson's waist but Parkinson gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Wrevino off to one side. #CL2#
Parkinson has closed the distance and engaged Wrevino in a clinch.
Parkinson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A short right from Parkinson.
Wrevino is looking to take this one to the mat.
Parkinson throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Wrevinos head.
Parkinson lands a body shot.
Parkinson stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Parkinson lands an uppercut.
A hook to the body from Parkinson.
Wrevino is breathing heavily.
Parkinson lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Wrevino jumps guard but Parkinson stands there with Wrevino around his waist. Wrevino gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Miko Wrevino. That's going to take a lot out of him.
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!#TD#
Wrevino jumps guard.
Parkinson passes into half guard.
Parkinson controlling the pace. #T1#
Let's hope that Parkinson 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.
Parkinson moves into full mount! Wrevino won't be happy about that!
Parkinson controlling the pace for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Parkinson.#T2#
Parkinson's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Yet more stalling tactics from Parkinson.
Wrevino wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
Wrevino tries to hold on but Parkinson pushes him away.
Parkinson controlling from the full mount.
More stalling from Parkinson.#T3#
Wrevino is wriggling around trying to escape.
Parkinson controlling his opponent.
Wrevino looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Wrevino working to try and regain half guard.
Parkinson content just to control the position here.
Wrevino wants to hold on but Parkinson pushes him away.
Wrevino tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T4#
Parkinson tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Wrevino really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Parkinson controlling the pace for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Peter Parkinson dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Parkinson avoids the head kick by Wrevino.
Wrevino looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#CL#
Wrevino has closed the distance and engaged Parkinson in a clinch.
Parkinson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Wrevino has Parkinson pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Parkinson manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Nice body punch from Parkinson - that landed with a thud.
Parkinson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Parkinson scores with a shot to the side of Wrevino's head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Parkinson.
Parkinson lands a body shot.
Parkinson works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Parkinson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Parkinson working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A body shot lands from Parkinson.
Parkinson lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Wrevino backwards.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Parkinson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short right hand to the side of the head by Parkinson.#CUT2#It looks like Miko Wrevino has been cut.
Parkinson lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Wrevino or not.
Parkinson lands a body shot. #T1#
Parkinson lands a shoulder strike.
Peter Parkinson seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Parkinson.
A short right from Parkinson.
Parkinson scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Parkinson is working Wrevino over against the cage.
Parkinson scores with a hook to the body.
Parkinson working some nice short punches in the clinch.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Parkinson in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Parkinson lands an uppercut.
Parkinson lands a right hand that snaps the head of Wrevino backwards.
Parkinson lands a left hand that snaps the head of Wrevino backwards. #ROC2#Wrevino is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Parkinson dips a shoulder and cracks Wrevino with a mighty uppercut! Wrevino falls back against the cage and Parkinson unloads with a barrage of strikes! Wrevino is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Parkinson screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Peter Parkinson!
Peter Parkinson took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Feeble Fightware for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
Pitbull XII
Date: Jan 12, 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 7 wins and 7 losses; Abasi Njagi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Grapple Monkey!
The judges for this bout are Dean Styles, Jonathan Paton and Chad Campbell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Njagi stuffs the takedown attempt from Monkey. Monkey gets slowly back to his feet.
Njagi stuffs the takedown.#TD#
Njagi drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Njagi (2) vs (0) Monkey
Njagi sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Njagi has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Monkey has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Primal. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Njagi trying to control but Monkey is working from the bottom.
Monkey 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.
Njagi passes Monkey's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Njagi takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Njagi is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Monkey is just riding it out for now. Njagi eventually gives up the hold.
Monkey is trying to get back to full guard.#T1#
Njagi passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Monkey! Score +3 for passing guard: Njagi (5) vs (0) Monkey#SUB#
Njagi is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Monkey has managed to escape the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Njagi looking for a guillotine from mount but Monkey is having none of it. #SUB#
Njagi working for a guillotine from mount but Monkey is in no mood to give up.
Monkey is working to get back to half guard.
Njagi controlling his opponent.
Monkey keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Njagi trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Monkey is looking to improve his position but Njagi isn't that keen on the idea.#T2#
Njagi controlling from mount.
Monkey tries to reverse the position but Njagi maintains control.
Monkey manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Njagi prevents Monkey from improving his position.#SUB#
Njagi seems to be working for a kimura but Monkey defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Njagi is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Njagi is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Monkey is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Abasi Njagi!
Abasi Njagi got down on his knees post fight and begged the management for a title shot. 'Please, I want that title shot so bad! Give it to me!' |
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Event:
Pitbull XII
Date: Jan 12, 2025 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Mehdi Illir! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 6 losses; Alistair Ubereem!
The judges for this bout are Franklyn Lucas, Alyssa Summers and Joseph Jones.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Ubereem gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Illir fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#TD2#
Ubereem jumps guard and drags Illir to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Illir passes Ubereem's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Ubereem looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Illir is looking for a kimura but Ubereem is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Illir to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Ubereem looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ubereem is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Illir seems to be working for a kimura but Ubereem defends the submission attempt.
Ubereem is trying to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ubereem is looking to control Illir's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ubereem avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Ubereem is defending against the submission attempts here by Illir.
#T1##SUB2#
Ubereem looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ubereem wants to get back to full guard.
Ubereem keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Illir is looking for a kimura here.
Ubereem is looking for a sweep. Illir is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Illir is looking to advance position but Ubereem won't allow it.
We've been hearing good reports from Illir's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB2#
Ubereem looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Illir 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.
#SUB#
Illir is looking for a kimura here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2##SUB2#
Ubereem looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Illir is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Illir wants to work for an arm triangle but Ubereem is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Illir wants to work for an arm triangle but Ubereem is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Illir moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Illir (3) vs (0) Ubereem#SUB#
Illir thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Ubereem is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Illir's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T3##SUB#
Illir is working for a kimura but Ubereem is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Ubereem is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Illir pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Illir is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Illir is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Ubereem trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB#
Illir is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ubereem has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Ubereem looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4#
Ubereem moves into full guard.
#SUB#
Illir thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Illir wants to pass the guard but Ubereem is keeping the position.
Ubereem wants to sweep but no luck.
Illir passes Ubereem's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Illir is looking for a kimura but Ubereem is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Illir to get the leverage. #SUB#
Illir 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.
Ubereem wants to improve his position but Illir is controlling well.
#T5##SUB#
Illir is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ubereem defends it well.
Ubereem won't allow Illir to pass to mount. #SUB#
Illir is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ubereem defends it well.
Ubereem gets back to full guard.
Ubereem keeping full guard, as Illir tries to pass. #SUB2#
Ubereem is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Illir is pushing down on Ubereem's leg trying to pass to half guard. Ubereem is fighting to maintain full guard but Illir has managed to sneak the leg through.
Ubereem trying to control from the bottom.
Illir is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Ubereem! Score +3 for passing guard: Illir (6) vs (0) Ubereem#T6##SUB#
Illir is working for a guillotine from mount but Ubereem frees his head quite easily.
Ubereem is looking to improve his position but Illir isn't that keen on the idea.
Ubereem manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB#
Illir is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Ubereem gets full guard.
Illir is pushing down on Ubereem's leg trying to pass to half guard. Ubereem is fighting to maintain full guard but Illir has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Illir is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ubereem is just riding it out for now. Illir eventually gives up the hold.
Ubereem tries to roll over but Illir keeps him under control.#T7#
Ubereem wants to control but Illir is keeping busy.
Ubereem wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Illir is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ubereem is just riding it out for now. Illir eventually gives up the hold.
Ubereem tries to get to full guard but Illir has control of the leg. #SUB#
Illir is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Illir seems to be working for a kimura but Ubereem defends the submission attempt.
Ubereem is looking to improve his position.
Illir works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Illir (9) vs (0) Ubereem#T8#
Ubereem is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Illir is trying to get an arm triangle but Ubereem is defending well. #SUB#
Illir looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Illir thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Illir tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Ubereem is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Illir working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Illir tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T9#
Ubereem tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ubereem manages to work his way to half guard, despite Illir's best efforts.
Illir trying to pass the guard but Ubereem defending well.
Illir prevents Ubereem from improving his position.
Illir wants to pass the guard but Ubereem is defending well.
Ubereem is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Illir is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T10##SUB#
Illir is looking for a kimura here.
Illir passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Illir (12) vs (0) Ubereem
Ubereem slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Illir is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Ubereem sees it coming and defends easily.
Ubereem is looking to control Illir's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ubereem avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Illir is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ubereem has managed to free his arm - good work.
Ubereem wants to improve his position but Illir is controlling well.
#SUB#
Illir seems to be looking for submissions.
#T11##SUB2#
Ubereem actively working from the bottom here.
Illir prevents Ubereem from improving his position.#SUB2#
Ubereem looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Illir is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ubereem doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Illir. #SUB#
Illir is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ubereem defends it well.
Ubereem is looking for a sweep. Illir is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T12#
Illir trying to pass the guard but Ubereem defending well.
Ubereem wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Illir seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Illir is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Illir is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Ubereem wants to control but Illir is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Illir is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ubereem has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Illir is working for a submission of some sort.
Illir is breathing heavily.#T13#
Ubereem gets back to full guard.
Ubereem wants to sweep here but Illir controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Illir drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Illir as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Ubereem screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Illir! Nice submission victory there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 13:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Mehdi Illir!
After winning the bout, Mehdi Illir thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
SYN 1129 Ben vs Sitsongrit 2
Date: Jan 11, 2025 |
#R1#
Radovic moves out of range as Thrax strikes.
Radovic throws a nice outside leg kick.
Radovic throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Thrax is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Radovic.
Radovic connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Thrax throws a right hand that misses
and Radovic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Thrax takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Radovic throws a half hearted mid kick.#CL2#
Thrax gets a clinch.
Thrax misses with a short punch on the inside.
Thrax throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Thrax scores with a nice hook to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Thrax looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Thrax lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Radovic misses with the head strike.
Thrax throws an elbow but it misses.
Thrax tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Radovic's elbow.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Radovic. #T1#
Radovic swings wildly with an uppercut but Thrax uses good head movement to avoid it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Thrax.
Thrax misses with the head strike.
Thrax misses with the head strike.
Thrax misses with a hook from the clinch.
Radovic tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Thrax's elbow.
Thrax throws a knee to the head but misses.
Radovic lands a hook to the side of the head.
Thrax swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Thrax blocking some punches.
Thrax misses with a punch on the inside.
Radovic blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Thrax is stalling here.
Radovic throws a head punch that misses.
Radovic throws a head punch that misses.
Thrax struggles to land a body shot inside as Radovic controls his hands.
Thrax blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Thrax has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Radovic seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Thrax can turn it around.
Thrax tries to work over Radovic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
I was talking to Radovic's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Thrax swings wildly with an uppercut but Radovic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Radovic lands with a short shot to the head. #T2#
Radovic lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Thrax using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Radovic has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
A nice left hand lands by Thrax.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Radovic lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Radovic blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Radovic doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Radovic lands a right hand that snaps the head of Thrax backwards.
Thrax is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Radovic is keeping busy.
Thrax throws an elbow that misses.
Thrax tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Radovic's elbow.
Thrax misses with a knee to the head.
Radovic swings wildly with an uppercut but Thrax uses good head movement to avoid it.
Thrax blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Radovic lands with a right to the head.
Radovic misses with some punches.
Radovic misses with a short punch on the inside.
Radovic fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Thrax swings wildly with an uppercut but Radovic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Thrax swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T3#
Thrax throws a punch but it's blocked by Radovic.
Radovic lands a shoulder strike.
Thrax lands a nice shot to the body.
Thrax misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Radovic.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Radovic.#BC#
Radovic manages to break the clinch.
Radovic uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Radovic throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Thrax throws a right hand that misses
and Radovic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Radovic lands with a kick to the ribs.
Radovic scores with a leg kick.
Thrax doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
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!
Radovic connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Thrax's hands.
Thrax closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Radovic scores with a decent looking hook.#T4##CL#
Radovic closes the distance and pushes Thrax back into the cage.#BC#
Radovic manages to break the clinch.
Niko Radovic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Radovic misses with the body kick
and Thrax counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Radovic checks a low kick from Thrax.
Radovic throws a hook but Thrax avoids it easily.
Radovic tries to land a front kick but Thrax steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Thrax swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#CL2#
Thrax fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Radovic, pushing him back against the cage.
Radovic misses with the head strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Thrax.
Thrax tries a knee to the head but Radovic blocks it.
Thrax scores with a shot to the side of Radovic's head.
Thrax tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Radovic lands a body punch in the clinch.
Radovic lands a right hand.
Radovic struggles to land a body shot inside as Thrax controls his hands.
Thrax misses with a short punch on the inside.
Thrax takes a shot to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Niko Radovic dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Sloppy strikes from Thrax. Those never looked like landing.
Thrax tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Radovic paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Radovic seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Thrax takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CL2#
Thrax has managed to clinch.
Thrax tries to work over Radovic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Radovic avoiding damage as Thrax throws knees to the body.
Radovic lands a body punch.
Radovic lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Thrax backwards.
Radovic scores with a shoulder strike.
Thrax lands a hook that snaps the head of Radovic backwards.
Radovic tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Radovic fails to land.
Radovic misses with the head strike.
Radovic tries a body shot but Thrax blocks it.
A head punch on the inside from Thrax fails to land.
Thrax looking to throw knees to the head but Radovic is blocking nicely.
Thrax misses with some punches.
Thrax misses with a punch on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Radovic blocks an uppercut.
Thrax has a couple of punches blocked by Radovic.
#T1#
Radovic blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Thrax lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Radovic lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Thrax or not.
Radovic is working Thrax over against the cage.
Thrax tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Thrax throws a punch but it's blocked by Radovic.
Radovic lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Thrax trying to land knees to the body.
Thrax blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Radovic lands with a right to the head.
Niko Radovic has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Radovic cracks Thrax with a nice body shot.
A hook to the body from Radovic.
Radovic blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Radovic lands a right hand.
Thrax misses with a short punch on the inside.
Radovic managing to block the knees to the body from Thrax.
Radovic scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Thrax is breathing heavily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC#
Radovic breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Radovic swings for the body but Thrax moves out of range.
Thrax walks into a jab.#T2#
Radovic scores with a hook.
Thrax takes one to the chin there.
Radovic is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Thrax can do to turn this around?
A shot to the body from Thrax misses
and Radovic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Radovic moves into range and connects with a jab.
Thrax ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Thrax unleashes a big counter combination but Radovic bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Radovic lands with a shot to the body.
Radovic throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Thrax counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Thrax takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Radovic avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Radovic was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Thrax swings for the body but Radovic moves out of range.
A jab lands there for Radovic.
Radovic digs a good hook to Thrax's body.
Thrax walks forward, straight into a front kick from Radovic.
Niko Radovic is winning the standup battle so far.#T3#
Thrax on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Radovic tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A little jabbing left from Thrax on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Thrax takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Radovic connects with a nice looking jab.
Thrax shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Thrax walks into a stiff left hand from Radovic.
Thrax has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Thrax throws a body kick, spinning off balance
letting Radovic counter with a right hand.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Radovic, as that shot connected.
Radovic connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Thrax momentarily.
A cross from Radovic lands.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Radovic takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Thrax tries to clinch up but Radovic circles away and keeps his distance.
Thrax looks to score with a jab to the body but Radovic is just out of range.#T4#
Radovic scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Radovic lands a jab to the head.
Radovic punishes Thrax's body with a nice straight punch.#CL#
Radovic clinches.
Radovic blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Radovic misses with a body punch.
Radovic can't find room to land a body shot as Thrax controls the action.
Thrax lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Radovic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Thrax working aggressively here.
Radovic lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Radovic blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Radovic swings wildly with an uppercut but Thrax uses good head movement to avoid it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Radovic.
A hook to the body from Radovic.
Radovic makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A short uppercut from Radovic.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Niko Radovic dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Radovic loads up on a big right hand but Thrax slips the punch.
Thrax appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A jab from Radovic finds it's way through Thrax's defenses.
Radovic connects with a good right hand that stumbles Thrax. Thrax circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Radovic scores with a kick to the body.
Radovic throws a shot to the body.
Thrax looks to land a right hand but Radovic moved out of range.
Thrax throws a lazy uppercut
and Radovic counters with a right hand to the body.
Radovic swats away the attempt to clinch by Thrax.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thrax misses with a looping right.
Radovic lands with a right hand. #CL#
Radovic moves into the clinch.
Radovic misses with a hook to the ribs.
Radovic scores with a nice hook to the head.#T1#
Thrax misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Thrax fails to land.
Thrax takes a shot to the head.
Radovic tries to work over Thrax's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Radovic gets through Thrax's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Radovic lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Radovic.
Radovic lands a body punch.
Thrax swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Thrax throws an elbow that misses.
Thrax working aggressively here.
Thrax swings wildly with an uppercut but Radovic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Radovic blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Radovic blocks an uppercut.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Thrax just misses with a elbow thrown towards Radovic's brow.
Radovic scores with a shot to the side of Thrax's head. #CUT#It looks like Ant Thrax has been cut.
Thrax takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Thrax has a couple of punches blocked by Radovic.
Thrax tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Thrax misses with a punch on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Radovic fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T2#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Thrax.
Radovic lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Thrax or not.
Radovic lands a right hand that snaps the head of Thrax backwards.
Thrax misses with the head strike.
A left hand lands to the body for Radovic.
A body shot lands from Radovic.
Radovic lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Radovic lands with a light punch inside.
Radovic lands a shoulder strike.
Radovic lands a left hand that snaps the head of Thrax backwards.
Ant Thrax has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Thrax swings wildly with an uppercut but Radovic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Radovic lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Radovic pushes Thrax back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Radovic lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Radovic gets through Thrax's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Radovic works on Thrax's body with a couple of short punches.
Radovic scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Radovic throws a punch but it's blocked by Thrax.
Radovic stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#T3#
A short right from Radovic.
Radovic scores with a hook to the body.
Radovic goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Radovic softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Radovic lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Thrax fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Radovic struggles to land a body shot inside as Thrax controls his hands.
Thrax misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Thrax blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Radovic lands a hook to the side of the head.
Radovic lands a nice shot to the body.
Radovic working some nice short punches in the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Radovic.
Radovic lands an uppercut.
Radovic lands a left hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A right handed body shot lands from Radovic.
Radovic scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Radovic misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nice body punch from Radovic.
A right hook to the body lands for Radovic.
#T4#
Radovic lands a right hand that snaps the head of Thrax backwards.
A short right from Radovic.
Thrax goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Radovic tries to throw a body punch but Thrax avoids it by throwing Radovic back against the cage.
Radovic lands a nice uppercut.
Radovic tries to throw a body punch but Thrax avoids it by throwing Radovic back against the cage.
Thrax throws a punch but it's blocked by Radovic.
Thrax misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Radovic.
A head punch on the inside from Thrax fails to land.
Thrax throws a head punch that misses.
Thrax misses with a punch on the inside.
Thrax takes a shot to the head.
Radovic swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Radovic scores with a nice hook to the head.
Radovic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Thrax looking to throw knees to the head but Radovic is blocking nicely.
Thrax throws an elbow but it misses.
Radovic working aggressively here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Thrax.
Thrax blocks a punch to the side of the head.
And that's the end of the fight!
Niko Radovic showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Radovic has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 30:27
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Niko Radovic!
Niko Radovic seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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