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TWGC 23 (185lbs, D4): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1 PBP Commentary |
Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Johnny Leroux (ranked 5988 p4p, 492 weight class) and Hank Hill (ranked 7966 p4p, 561 weight class). I'm sure you'll be fascinated to know that I was talking to some pointless Z list celebrity before the fight and he thought that Hank Hill was going to win. Let's see if he was right.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Johnny Leroux! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Hank Hill!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, George Francis and Tiny Johnson.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hill decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Leroux (0) vs (2) Hill
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Leroux 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 Hill. Oh but Leroux has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Hill goes limp - he's gone! Leroux jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Johnny Leroux!
Johnny Leroux decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Undercard bout
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Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Marcus Harris (ranked 8182 p4p, 0 weight class) and Joonas Olli (ranked 6552 p4p, 101 weight class). Joonas Olli told me before the fight that he's been watching a lot of DVDs so let's see if that helps him in this one! I can't wait to find out!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Marcus Harris! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Joonas Olli!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Gwen Towbar and Wesley Smith.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Olli rushes Harris and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Olli jumps guard and drags Harris to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Harris has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Olli to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Harris is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Olli pulls down on the head and he's put Harris to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Joonas Olli!
A relieved looking Joonas Olli thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Co-main event
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Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Jerry Krakowski (ranked 25243 p4p, 0 weight class) and Tai Hunt (ranked 5882 p4p, 556 weight class). Krakowski has a slight injury, which hopefully won't affect the fight too much. Tai Hunt acknowledges the crowd's support as he enters the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Jerry Krakowski! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Tai Hunt!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Stewart Dunkirk and Robert Twigg.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Hunt with a lazy takedown attempt
and Krakowski counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Krakowski pulls Hunt into guard.
Krakowski is breathing heavily.
Hunt stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Krakowski swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Krakowski working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hunt doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hunt manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Krakowski keeping full guard, as Hunt tries to pass.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hunt is looking to pass into half guard but Krakowski pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Krakowski is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Krakowski (2) vs (0) Hunt
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Krakowski stopping the sweep attempt from Hunt.
Hunt looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Krakowski has picked Hunt up and slammed him! Hunt can't keep hold of the triangle and Krakowski manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Krakowski (5) vs (0) Hunt
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hunt seems a little lost for a moment, as Krakowski dominates the positioning.
Hunt tries to control but Krakowski manages to take his back. Score +3 for taking back: Krakowski (8) vs (0) Hunt
Hunt trying to control but not successfully.
Krakowski has the hooks in. Hunt is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Krakowski slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Hunt tries to escape the position.
Krakowski controlling from the back.
Hunt really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Krakowski. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hunt is looking to escape here. Oh dear - Krakowski has locked on a rear naked choke here! Hunt is tapping out! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Jerry Krakowski!
A determined Jerry Krakowski didn't want to dwell on this fight in his post fight interview. Instead he was more keen to state he wants a title shot. Let's see if he gets it! |
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Main event
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Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Billy Brown (ranked 5725 p4p, 0 weight class) and Mitchell Hernandez (ranked 6021 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Billy Brown! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Mitchell Hernandez!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, Daniel Franklin and Gwen Towbar.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Brown shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Hernandez's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Brown (2) vs (0) Hernandez
Brown drops back, looking for a kneebar! Hernandez looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Hernandez looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Hernandez! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Brown (2) vs (4) Hernandez
Brown can't do much from the bottom here.
Hernandez wants to control but Brown is keeping him busy.
Brown manages to work his way to half guard, despite Hernandez's best efforts.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hernandez trying to control from half guard but Brown is working away.
Brown tries to roll over but Hernandez keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brown looking for submissions off his back.
Brown wants to get back to full guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Brown is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hernandez pulls his head out easily.
Hernandez prevents Brown from improving his position.
Brown desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Brown is not content to let Hernandez control the position.
Brown is looking for a sweep. Hernandez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hernandez is trying to control. Brown wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Brown actively working from the bottom here.
Brown looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Brown is refusing to be controlled, as Hernandez sits in half guard.
Brown looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Brown looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hernandez tries to pass to full mount but Brown defends it.
Brown is doing well to control the position and prevent Hernandez from advancing to side control.
Hernandez wants to lay and pray for a moment but Brown keeps working.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Brown is looking for a sweep. Hernandez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hernandez passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Brown (2) vs (7) Hernandez
Brown can't escape the position.
Brown tries to hold on but Hernandez pushes him away.
Brown regains half guard.
Brown is looking to improve his position.
Brown moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hernandez tries to free his leg and advance position but Brown is retaining full guard.
Hernandez trying to control the position from guard on top but Brown is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hernandez looking to pass the guard.
Brown working for a triangle but Hernandez defends it easily.
Brown not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hernandez trying to control the position from guard on top but Brown is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Brown has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hernandez can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hernandez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Brown is keeping the position for now.
Hernandez wants to control from the top but Brown keeps moving.
Brown manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hernandez manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brown (4) vs (7) Hernandez
Brown drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Hernandez manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Brown has Hernandez in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brown (4) vs (9) Hernandez
Brown is trying to control the position but Hernandez postures up.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Hernandez avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Brown on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Brown tries to get out of the position.
Brown has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hernandez can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Brown has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hernandez can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Brown is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Brown throws his legs up looking for a submission but Hernandez uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Brown (4) vs (12) Hernandez
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Brown is trying to get back to half guard.
Brown manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brown (6) vs (12) Hernandez
Brown is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hernandez is just riding it out for now. Brown eventually gives up the hold.
Hernandez trying to control here.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Brown is trying to work for a kimura but Hernandez is defending well.
Hernandez is staying active underneath Brown, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Hernandez gets back to full guard.
Brown slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Brown pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hernandez is keeping the position for now.
Brown sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Hernandez's guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Hernandez wants to control but Brown is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Brown is working for a submission of some sort.
Brown wants to free his trapped foot but Hernandez is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Brown is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hernandez has managed to free his arm - good work.
Brown is looking to advance position but Hernandez won't allow it.
Brown works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Brown (9) vs (12) Hernandez
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Brown moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Brown thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
You can see the frustration on Hernandez's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Brown tries for a kimura but Hernandez is defending well.
Hernandez is trying to control Brown's posture but Brown avoids it.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Brown looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Brown looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Brown goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Hernandez rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Brown's guard! Nice work there by Hernandez! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brown (9) vs (14) Hernandez
Brown looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Brown working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Hernandez has passed into half guard!
Hernandez is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Brown is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hernandez pulls his head out easily.
Brown gets back to full guard.
Hernandez looking to sit in guard and control but Brown gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brown (11) vs (14) Hernandez
Brown trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hernandez is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Brown is aware though and is defending well.
Brown stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hernandez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Brown has gone for a leg lock! Hernandez slips out almost immediately though and dives into Brown's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brown (11) vs (16) Hernandez
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Hernandez trying to control but Brown is working from the bottom.
Brown looking for a guillotine here but Hernandez defends easily.
Hernandez drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Brown dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brown (13) vs (16) Hernandez
Brown looking to pass the guard.
Brown drops back for a leg here. A bit of a high risk move... He's looking for a kneebar by the looks of things. Now both of them are looking for submissions. Brown seems to have locked his on tight now - Hernandez screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Brown, as he picks up the win!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Billy Brown!
After the big win, Billy Brown made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors $10 Trap Queen Aesthetics and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. |
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