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Event:
CACC 63
Date: Mar 07, 2020 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Jonthan Henry (ranked 2853 p4p, 341 weight class) and Max Handle (ranked 3768 p4p, 397 weight class). Henry comes into the arena with hit em up blaring out of the sound system. Handle has chosen Right On as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Fingers crossed for an exciting fight - I'm sure both fighters are looking for a nice under the table bonus!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 10 losses; Jonthan Henry ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 4 losses; Max Handle!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Frank Antenori and Don Winkell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Henry clinches.
Henry is working for a takedown up against the ropes. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Handle works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Henry (0) vs (2) Handle
Henry looking to hit a scissor sweep but Handle is one step ahead there.
Handle is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Henry is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Henry looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Handle trying to control but Henry is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Henry is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Handle trying to control but Henry is working from the bottom.
Henry will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Henry tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Handle trying to control but Henry is working from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Henry wants to sweep but no luck.
Henry keeping full guard, as Handle tries to pass.
Handle trying to control the position from guard on top but Henry is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Henry is controlling Handle's posture.
Henry continues to stall.
Henry 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: Henry (2) vs (2) Handle
Henry wants to work for an arm triangle but Handle is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Henry trying to control the action but Handle is working from the bottom.
Handle trying to control from the bottom.
Handle wants to get back to full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Handle wants to control but Henry is keeping busy.
Henry wants to pass the guard but Handle is defending well.
Henry passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Henry (5) vs (2) Handle
Henry tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Handle wants to hold on but Henry pushes him away.
Henry trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Henry controlling from mount.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Henry tries to control but Handle wriggling away.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Henry controlling from the full mount.
Handle is in all sorts of trouble here.
Henry controlling the pace for now.
Henry prevents Handle from getting the reversal.
Henry controlling his opponent.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Handle is squirming around, avoiding Henry 's attempts to control the action.
Handle gets back to half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Henry is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Handle doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Henry .
Henry stalling away here and it's allowed Handle to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Henry wants to control from the top but Handle keeps moving.
Handle 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.
Handle not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Handle looking to hit a scissor sweep but Henry is one step ahead there.
Henry 's corner is telling him to maintain position.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Handle looking to hit a scissor sweep but Henry is one step ahead there.
Henry controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Henry wants to control from the top but Handle keeps moving.
Henry looking to sit in guard and control but Handle gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Henry (5) vs (4) Handle
Handle trying to control but Henry is working from the bottom.
Handle looking to pass the guard.
Henry is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Handle 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.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Handle trying to control but Henry is working from the bottom.
Henry wants to sweep but no luck.
Henry seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Handle pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Henry is keeping the position for now.
Handle stopping the sweep attempt from Henry .
Henry is working hard here to advance position.
Henry is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Henry keeping full guard, as Handle tries to pass.
Henry keeping moving, preventing Handle from controlling successfully.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Handle not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Handle trying to control the position from guard on top but Henry is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Henry is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Handle stopping the sweep attempt from Henry .
Handle stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Henry swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Henry keeping moving, preventing Handle from controlling successfully.
Henry seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Handle looking to pass the guard.
Henry trying to keep a closed guard but Handle is proving a slippery customer.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Handle trying to control but Henry is working from the bottom.
Henry is trying to keep Handle in close.
Handle thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Handle trying to control the position from guard on top but Henry is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Handle sitting in guard here, content to control.
Henry manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Handle manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Henry (7) vs (4) Handle
Henry stopping the sweep attempt from Handle.
Henry trying to move into half guard but instead Handle has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Henry (7) vs (6) Handle
Henry controls Handle momentarily but Handle frees himself.
Henry has his hands on Handle's head, controlling the position.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Henry looking to control.
Henry keeping moving, preventing Handle from controlling successfully.
Henry 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.
Henry keeping full guard, as Handle tries to pass.
Handle trying to control the position from guard on top but Henry is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Henry looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Handle puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Henry tries to get to full guard but Handle has control of the leg.
Handle wants to work for an arm triangle but Henry is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Henry trying to control from the bottom.
Henry is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Handle tries to pass the half guard into mount. Henry knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Henry desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Henry moves into full guard.
Handle trying to control the position from guard on top but Henry is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Henry pulls Handle in close to prevent any damage.
Handle controlling from the top position.
Henry trying to control the position.
Handle being controlled here momentarily.
Handle preventing the sweep.
Handle trying to control but Henry is working from the bottom.
Handle stopping the sweep attempt from Henry .
Henry keeping moving, preventing Handle from controlling successfully.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Henry pulls Handle in close to prevent any damage.
Henry looking to control.
Handle is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Handle wants to control from the top but Henry keeps moving.
Henry is trying to keep Handle in close.
Henry manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Handle manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Henry (9) vs (6) Handle
Handle is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Henry is aware though and is defending well.
Handle keeping moving, preventing Henry from controlling successfully.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Handle seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Henry trying to control but Handle is working from the bottom.
Henry pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Handle is keeping the position for now.
Henry trying to move into half guard but instead Handle has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Henry (9) vs (8) Handle
Henry tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Henry managing to control the position.
Henry wants to sweep here but Handle controlling him for the moment.
Henry is breathing heavily.
Handle passes into half guard.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Handle is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Handle is looking to take a break and control but Henry is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Henry is looking to improve his position.
Handle wants to pass to mount but Henry is defending the position.
Handle trying to control from half guard but Henry is working away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Handle is working for a submission of some sort.
Henry has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Handle is working away from the top position though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Henry takes the fight on points by 9 to 8.
In his post fight interview, Jonthan Henry started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
CACC 54
Date: Feb 15, 2020 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Kenny Knight (ranked 4395 p4p, 443 weight class) and Max Handle (ranked 3808 p4p, 405 weight class). Handle has chosen Right On as his entrance music. Fingers crossed for an exciting fight - I'm sure both fighters are looking for a nice under the table bonus!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 8 losses; Kenny Knight! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 4 losses; Max Handle!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Don Winkell and Percy O'Donnell.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Knight shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Handle but Handle pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Handle is looking to clinch but Knight is avoiding it.
Handle moves into the clinch successfully.
Handle has clasped his hands together around Knight's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Knight (0) vs (4) Handle
Handle is looking to take a break and control but Knight is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Knight is trying to control Handle's posture but Handle avoids it.
Knight is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Handle is looking to take a break and control but Knight is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Handle thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Handle looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
That's one minute gone in the round.
You can see the frustration on Knight's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Handle is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Knight has escaped the position, nice work there.
Handle wants to control but Knight is keeping him busy.
Knight is trying to control Handle's posture but Handle avoids it.
Knight is not content to let Handle control the position.
Knight is looking to reverse the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Handle wants to control but Knight is keeping him busy.
We've been hearing good reports from Knight'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.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Knight wants to control but Handle postures up.
Handle is staying tight to Knight's torso, preventing him from escaping.
It looks like Handle might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Handle thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Knight is looking to reverse the position.
Handle working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Handle trying to control the action but Knight is working from the bottom.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Handle is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Knight is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Knight is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Knight is letting Handle control him for a moment.
Knight tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Knight is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Handle off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Knight (4) vs (4) Handle
Handle is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Knight keeps control of the position as Handle tries to break free.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Knight is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Handle defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Handle trying to control but not successfully.
Knight is looking for a rear naked choke here but Handle reverses the position brilliantly into Knight's guard!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Knight (4) vs (6) Handle
Handle trying to control the position from guard on top but Knight is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Handle advances to half guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Knight actively working from the bottom here.
Knight is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Handle pulls his head out easily.
Knight is not content to let Handle control the position.
Handle prevents Knight from improving his position.
Knight is not content to let Handle control the position.
Handle is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Knight looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Knight looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Knight is defending against the submission attempts here by Handle.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Knight actively working from the bottom here.
Handle wants to lay and pray for a moment but Knight keeps working.
Handle tries to pass to full mount but Knight defends it.
Knight looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Handle is looking to take a break and control but Knight is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Handle trying to mount his opponent but Knight defends it.
Knight is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Handle pulls his head out easily.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Handle is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Knight sees it coming and defends easily.
Handle seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Knight does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Knight has a hand on Handle's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Handle takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Knight (4) vs (9) Handle
Handle trying to control but Knight is having none of it.
Handle controlling the pace for now.
Knight tries to lock up and control but Handle gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Handle trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Handle avoids the attempt from Knight to control.
Handle looking to control but Knight is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Knight wants to control but Handle is having none of it.
Knight sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Knight looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Knight is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Handle pulls his head out easily.
Knight won't allow Handle to pass to mount.
Handle seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Knight does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Handle seems to be looking for submissions.
Handle is controlling the pace.
Handle is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Knight looking for submissions off his back.
Handle trying to control from half guard but Knight is working away.
Knight looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Handle tries to pass the half guard into mount. Knight knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Handle is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Knight is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Handle pulls his head out easily.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Handle is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Knight is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Handle pulls his head out easily.
Handle is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Knight (4) vs (12) Handle
Knight is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Knight is desperately trying to improve his position but Handle has a good base and remains in mount.
Handle tries to control but Knight wriggling away.
Handle prevents Knight from getting the reversal.
Handle looking to control but Knight is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Knight tries to lock up and control but Handle gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Handle tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Knight wants to hold on but Handle pushes him away.
Handle wants to control the pace but Knight is squirming around nicely.
Handle wants to finish this one by submission but Knight is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Handle.
Knight is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Handle works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Knight (4) vs (15) Handle
Knight trying to control the action but Handle just sinks the hooks in.
Knight tries to break free.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Handle is looking to control Knight but Knight is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Knight rolls, trying to escape but Handle keeps control of the position.
What can Knight do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Knight trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Handle working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Handle working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Handle looks winded!
Handle is trying to stick to Knight's back but Knight is turning into Handle. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Handle's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Knight. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Knight (6) vs (15) Handle
Knight wants to control from the top but Handle keeps moving.
Handle not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Knight wants to control from the top but Handle keeps moving.
Knight controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Knight will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Knight wants to pass the guard but Handle is keeping the position.
Handle has Knight pulled in close to control his posture.
Knight drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Handle manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Knight has Handle in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Knight (6) vs (17) Handle
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Handle sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Knight working for a triangle but Handle defends it easily.
Knight can't keep his opponent in guard - Handle advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Handle sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Handle is trying to work for a kimura but Knight is defending well.
Handle seems to be working for a kimura but Knight defends the submission attempt.
And that's the end of the fight!
Handle wins on points by 17 to 6.
A victorious Max Handle 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:
CACC 42
Date: Jan 11, 2020 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ricardo Rebenta (ranked 4253 p4p, 421 weight class) and Max Handle (ranked 3846 p4p, 394 weight class). Handle has chosen Right On as his entrance music. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the ring.
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 2 wins and 2 losses; Ricardo Rebenta! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Max Handle!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Frank Antenori and Don Winkell.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Horrible takedown attempt by Rebenta or perhaps it was just good defense by Handle, which made it look bad.
Handle has closed the distance and engaged Rebenta in a clinch.
Rebenta tries for a takedown but Handle manages to get underhooks.
Handle drags the fight down to the ground.
Rebenta pushing down on Handle's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Rebenta is looking to take a break and control but Handle is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Handle is looking to improve his position.
Rebenta is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Handle is just riding it out for now. Rebenta eventually gives up the hold.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Handle gets full guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Handle working a defensive guard here.
Rebenta has gone for a leg lock! Handle slips out almost immediately though and dives into Rebenta's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rebenta (0) vs (2) Handle
Rebenta looking for a guillotine here but Handle defends easily.
Rebenta wants to sweep here but Handle controlling him for the moment.
Rebenta is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Handle is aware though and is defending well.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Handle trying to control the position from guard on top but Rebenta is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Rebenta holds on and takes a little breather.
Handle must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Handle trying to control the position from guard on top but Rebenta is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rebenta looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Handle trying to control the position from guard on top but Rebenta is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rebenta has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Handle can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Handle looking to pass the guard.
Handle is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Rebenta seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Handle won't allow Rebenta to sweep him here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Rebenta is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Rebenta looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Handle is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Handle wants to control from the top but Rebenta keeps moving.
Rebenta throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Rebenta is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Handle tries to free his leg and advance position but Rebenta is retaining full guard.
Rebenta looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Handle controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Handle trying to control the position from guard on top but Rebenta is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Handle being controlled here momentarily.
Rebenta controls Handle momentarily but Handle frees himself.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rebenta is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rebenta (2) vs (2) Handle
Rebenta stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Handle swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Handle working a defensive guard here.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Rebenta wants to pass the guard but Handle is keeping the position.
Rebenta looking to sit in guard and control but Handle gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rebenta (2) vs (4) Handle
Rebenta has his foot on Handle's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Handle works his way back into a safe position though.
Handle trying to control the position from guard on top but Rebenta is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Handle wants to pass the guard but Rebenta is keeping the position.
Handle trying to control but Rebenta is working from the bottom.
Rebenta is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Rebenta looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Handle trying to control the position from guard on top but Rebenta is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Rebenta looking for subs off his back but Handle has passed one foot through into half guard.
Handle is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Rebenta sees it coming and defends easily.
Handle trying to pass the guard but Rebenta defending well.
Handle is working for a submission of some sort.
Rebenta is trying to get back to full guard.
Rebenta trying to control from the bottom.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Rebenta makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Rebenta.
Rebenta wants to control but Handle passes easily into half guard.
Handle is looking to take a break and control but Rebenta is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Rebenta gets full guard.
Handle controls from within his opponent's guard.
Rebenta manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Handle manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rebenta (4) vs (4) Handle
Handle keeping full guard, as Rebenta tries to pass.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Handle is trying to keep Rebenta in close.
Rebenta slips nicely into half guard.
Rebenta trying to mount his opponent but Handle defends it.
Rebenta trying to control from half guard but Handle is working away.
Rebenta is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Rebenta is looking for a kimura but Handle is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Rebenta to get the leverage.
Rebenta is trying to control. Handle wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Rebenta 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! Handle is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ricardo Rebenta! |
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Event:
CACC 33
Date: Dec 21, 2019 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ronald Dela Rosa (ranked 25104 p4p, 531 weight class) and Max Handle (ranked 3708 p4p, 383 weight class). Handle has chosen Right On as his entrance music. 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 Max Handle 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 Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 17 losses; Ronald Dela Rosa! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 3 losses; Max Handle!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Jack Bonds and Timothy Bukovac.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Dela Rosa misses with a takedown
and Handle counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Handle.
Handle has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Dela Rosa uses from the top position.
Dela Rosa has gone for a leg lock! Handle slips out almost immediately though and dives into Dela Rosa's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dela Rosa (0) vs (2) Handle
Handle controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Handle slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Dela Rosa (0) vs (5) Handle
Handle trying to control the position but Dela Rosa is working away.
Dela Rosa is looking to reverse the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Handle controlling from side mount.
Handle wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dela Rosa keeps working.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Dela Rosa is trying to control Handle's posture but Handle avoids it.
Handle is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Dela Rosa is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Dela Rosa manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Dela Rosa tries to get to full guard but Handle has control of the leg.
Handle seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Dela Rosa does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Dela Rosa looking for submissions off his back.
Handle is keen to just control but Dela Rosa is a slippery customer.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Handle is thwarting Dela Rosa's attempts to control the position.
Handle is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Dela Rosa has managed to free his arm - good work.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Handle is trying to control. Dela Rosa wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Handle is taking a breather. Dela Rosa says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Handle wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dela Rosa keeps working.
Dela Rosa with the active half guard here but Handle passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Dela Rosa (0) vs (8) Handle
Dela Rosa regains half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Dela Rosa looking for submissions off his back.
Handle wants to pass to mount but Dela Rosa is defending the position.
Handle is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Dela Rosa! Score +3 for passing guard: Dela Rosa (0) vs (11) Handle
Handle trying to control but Dela Rosa is having none of it.
We've been hearing good reports from Dela Rosa'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.
Dela Rosa tries to lock up and control but Handle gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Dela Rosa is wriggling around trying to escape.
Handle goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Dela Rosa is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dela Rosa (2) vs (11) Handle
Handle looking to control.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Dela Rosa has gone for a leg lock! Handle slips out almost immediately though and dives into Dela Rosa's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dela Rosa (2) vs (13) Handle
Dela Rosa looking for a sweep. Not yet Dela Rosa, not yet.
Dela Rosa will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Dela Rosa keeping moving, preventing Handle from controlling successfully.
Dela Rosa escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Handle gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Handle got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dela Rosa has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Handle has managed to get both his arms back between Dela Rosa's legs - danger averted.
Dela Rosa is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Handle is aware though and is defending well.
Dela Rosa controls Handle momentarily but Handle frees himself.
Handle must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Handle drops back looking for a leg! Dela Rosa is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Dela Rosa manages to kick Handle off! Handle jumps back into Dela Rosa's guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Handle wants to control from the top but Dela Rosa keeps moving.
Handle won't allow Dela Rosa to sweep him here.
Dela Rosa throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Handle trying to control the position from guard on top but Dela Rosa is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Handle passes Dela Rosa's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Handle is trying to control the action in half guard but Dela Rosa is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Dela Rosa tries to get to full guard but Handle has control of the leg.
Handle wants to pass to mount but Dela Rosa is defending the position.
Dela Rosa wants to control but Handle is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Dela Rosa looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Dela Rosa trying to hold on to Handle's head to control him but Handle postures up.
Handle with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Dela Rosa looking for submissions off his back.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Dela Rosa works his way to full guard. Good work.
Handle trying to control but Dela Rosa is working from the bottom.
Dela Rosa is trying to control the position but Handle postures up.
Handle thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Dela Rosa has his foot on Handle's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Handle works his way back into a safe position though.
Dela Rosa working a defensive guard but Handle passes into half guard.
Handle wants to take a breather but Dela Rosa is having none of it.
Dela Rosa actively working from the bottom here.
Handle is trying to control the action in half guard but Dela Rosa is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Dela Rosa looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Dela Rosa is staying active underneath Handle, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Dela Rosa wants to get back to full guard.
Handle content to control rather than advance.
Handle is keen to just control but Dela Rosa is a slippery customer.
Dela Rosa is trying to get back to full guard.
Dela Rosa looking for a kimura from the bottom but Handle passes into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Dela Rosa (2) vs (16) Handle
Handle is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Dela Rosa knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Handle is looking to take a break and control but Dela Rosa is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Handle working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Dela Rosa tries to improve position but can't.
Handle tries for a kimura but Dela Rosa is defending well.
Handle is looking to take a break and control but Dela Rosa is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Handle is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Dela Rosa is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Dela Rosa is trying to control Handle's posture but Handle avoids it.
Dela Rosa is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Dela Rosa looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Handle trying to control the action but Dela Rosa is working from the bottom.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Dela Rosa tries to get to full guard but Handle has control of the leg.
Dela Rosa looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Handle is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Handle is working for a submission of some sort.
Dela Rosa looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Handle is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Dela Rosa looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Handle is working for a kimura but Dela Rosa is defending it quite comfortably.
Handle controlling the action here.
Handle is keen to just control but Dela Rosa is a slippery customer.
Dela Rosa wants to improve his position but Handle is controlling well.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Dela Rosa regains full guard. Nicely done.
Dela Rosa is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Handle is aware though and is defending well.
Handle tries to free his leg and advance position but Dela Rosa is retaining full guard.
Dela Rosa is looking for a triangle but Handle pushes his legs off easily.
Handle tries to free his leg and advance position but Dela Rosa is retaining full guard.
Handle is stalling in the full guard.
Handle wants to control from the top but Dela Rosa keeps moving.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Dela Rosa is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Handle sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Dela Rosa's guard.
Dela Rosa is not content to let Handle control the position.
Handle looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Dela Rosa regains full guard. Nicely done.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dela Rosa working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Handle doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Handle manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Handle controlling from the top position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Handle wins on points by 16 to 2.
Max Handle 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:
CACC 21
Date: Nov 23, 2019 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Max Handle (ranked 3607 p4p, 384 weight class) and Mew Choo (ranked 472 p4p, 71 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Handle might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Right On. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the ring.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Max Handle! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Mew Choo!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Frank Antenori and Timothy Bukovac.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Choo pushes Handle up against the ropes in a clinch.
Choo tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Handle just stands there and leans against the ropes.
Handle drags the fight down to the ground.
Choo won't allow Handle to sweep him here.
Choo wants to control from the top but Handle keeps moving.
Handle is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Death Valley Training Facility that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Choo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Handle is keeping the position for now.
Handle keeping moving, preventing Choo from controlling successfully.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Handle looking to hit a scissor sweep but Choo is one step ahead there.
Handle keeping moving, preventing Choo from controlling successfully.
Choo has gone for a leg lock! Handle slips out almost immediately though and dives into Choo's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Handle (2) vs (0) Choo
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Choo has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Handle can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Our spies down at at Crapollas Gym inform us that Choo has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Handle wants to control from the top but Choo keeps moving.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Handle trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Handle pushes down on Choo's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Handle controlling the action here.
Handle is just content to waste time from the top position. Choo takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Handle trying to control but Choo is working from the bottom.
Handle is sitting in close to Choo's body. Choo has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Handle is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Handle is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Choo.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Mew Choo!
After the big win, Mew Choo made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors IniTech Nutrition and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. |
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Event:
CACC 16
Date: Nov 09, 2019 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Dick Diaz (ranked 2746 p4p, 314 weight class) and Max Handle (ranked 3540 p4p, 372 weight class). Diaz comes to the ring accompanied by Feiticeira. The crowd seem to be enjoying Handle's choice of entrance music: Right On. Fingers crossed for an exciting fight - I'm sure both fighters are looking for a nice under the table bonus!
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 3 wins and 0 losses; Dick Diaz! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Max Handle!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Frank Antenori and Don Winkell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Handle closes the distance and clinches.
Handle fails to pull guard.
Handle has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Diaz is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Handle tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Dick Diaz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Max Handle.
Handle tries to pull guard but Diaz won't allow it.
Handle tries for a takedown but Diaz manages to get underhooks.
Handle tries for a takedown but Diaz manages to get underhooks.
Handle is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Handle is looking for a takedown up against the ropes. Diaz gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Handle is working for takedown but Diaz is calmly controlling the position for now.
Handle goes for a takedown attempt but Diaz pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
The fight moves into the clinch position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Handle goes for a takedown in the clinch but Diaz prevents it.
Diaz lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Diaz (2) vs (0) Handle
Diaz slows the pace down in half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Handle has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Diaz is working away from the top position though.
Diaz is working for a kimura but Handle is defending it quite comfortably.
Diaz perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Diaz continues to stall.
Diaz has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Diaz.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Diaz looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Diaz sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Handle is pressing down on Diaz's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Handle being controlled here, momentarily.
Diaz is fighting to break Handle's control of his arms but Handle is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Handle is trying to control the position but Diaz postures up.
Diaz sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Handle's guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Diaz is controlling the pace.
Diaz works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Diaz (5) vs (0) Handle
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Diaz controlling the position easily from mount.
Handle is working to get back to half guard.
Handle tries to hold on but Diaz pushes him away.
Diaz fails to take his opponent's back.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Diaz controlling the position easily from mount.
More hug and hope from Diaz.
Diaz prevents Handle from getting the reversal.
Diaz working for a submission but Handle is keeping him at bay.
Handle is trying desperately to improve position.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Diaz controlling his opponent.
Diaz looking to control but Handle is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Diaz controlling the position easily from mount.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Handle tries to lock up and control but Diaz gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Handle manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Diaz controlling the action here.
Diaz trying to control the action but Handle is working from the bottom.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Diaz is working for a submission of some sort.
Handle trying to get back to full guard but Diaz takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Diaz (8) vs (0) Handle
Diaz will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Diaz tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Diaz wants to control the pace but Handle is squirming around nicely.
Handle keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Diaz takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Handle is squirming around, avoiding Diaz's attempts to control the action.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Diaz avoids the attempt from Handle to control.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Handle is looking to get to half guard.
Diaz content just to control the position here.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Handle is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Diaz tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Diaz tries to control but Handle wriggling away.
Handle is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Diaz controlling from mount.
Diaz continues to hold on tight.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Diaz's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Diaz trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Handle is wriggling around trying to escape.
And that's the end of the fight!
Diaz takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
In his post fight interview, Dick Diaz started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
CACC 7
Date: Oct 19, 2019 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Carlos Silverio (ranked 5519 p4p, 492 weight class) and Max Handle (ranked 3446 p4p, 371 weight class). Silverio comes to the ring accompanied by Shiro Sagisu - Angel of Doom. Handle comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Right On kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! 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 Max Handle 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 New York, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 11 losses; Carlos Silverio! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Max Handle!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Don Winkell and Frank Antenori.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Silverio fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Handle avoids it really well and circles away.
Silverio misses with a takedown attempt - Handle sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Silverio tries to keep at a distance but Handle has taken the fight into the clinch.
Handle jumps into guard, dragging Silverio to the mat.
Silverio postures up.
Silverio tries to free his leg and advance position but Handle is retaining full guard.
Handle tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silverio drops back, looking for a kneebar! Handle looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Handle looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Handle! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Silverio (0) vs (4) Handle
Handle goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Silverio has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Handle but great work by Silverio. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Silverio (4) vs (4) Handle
That's one minute gone in the round.
Handle is not content to let Silverio control the position.
Handle gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Handle trying to control but Silverio postures up.
Handle is looking for a sweep. Silverio is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Silverio 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.
Silverio wants to pass the guard but Handle is defending well.
Handle is trying to control but can't.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Silverio wants to take a breather but Handle is having none of it.
Handle wants to improve his position but Silverio is controlling well.
Silverio seems to be working for a kimura but Handle defends the submission attempt.
Silverio looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Silverio is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Silverio is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Silverio is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Handle defends it well.
Handle tries to roll over but Silverio keeps him under control.
Handle is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Silverio wants to lay and pray for a moment but Handle keeps working.
Silverio is really struggling to control Handle but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Silverio is thwarting Handle's attempts to control the position.
Handle is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Silverio is staying active.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Handle is trying to get back to full guard.
Handle is trying to control but can't.
Silverio is trying to control. Handle wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Silverio tries to pass the half guard into mount. Handle knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Silverio is trying to control. Handle wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Handle has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Silverio is working away from the top position though.
Handle is looking for a sweep. Silverio is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Silverio wants to free his trapped foot but Handle is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Handle is trying to maintain the position but Silverio is very close to passing his half guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Silverio wants to control but Handle is keeping him busy.
Silverio is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Handle defends it well.
Silverio trying to control from half guard but Handle is working away.
Handle moves into full guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Silverio is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Handle is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Handle has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Silverio (4) vs (6) Handle
Silverio manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Handle manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Silverio (6) vs (6) Handle
Handle is trying to control the position but Silverio postures up.
Silverio wants to pass the guard but Handle is keeping the position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Silverio is working hard here to advance position.
Silverio trying to control but Handle is working from the bottom.
Handle tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Handle keeping moving, preventing Silverio from controlling successfully.
Silverio pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Handle is keeping the position for now.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Silverio pushes down on Handle's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Silverio passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Silverio (9) vs (6) Handle
Silverio wants to control the pace but Handle is squirming around nicely.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Handle is trying desperately to improve position.
Silverio takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Handle is wriggling around trying to escape.
Silverio looking to control but Handle is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Silverio moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Handle has worked his arm free - good work by Handle!
Silverio trying to control the action but Handle is working from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Handle's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Silverio content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Handle tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Silverio wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Silverio content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Handle tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Handle manages to get back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Silverio takes the fight on points by 9 to 6.
Carlos Silverio bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 20, 2019 |
#R1#
Handle throws a right and a left that both miss.
A nice side step and Benn Jr releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Handle takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Handle looks for the body kick but Benn Jr saw that one coming.
Handle lands with a straight right. Benn Jr didn't see that one coming.
Benn Jr throws a poor cross that misses
and Handle counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nice uppercut there from Benn Jr.
Handle throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A punch combination from Handle misses.
Benn Jr throws out a counter right but Handle avoids it with no problem.
Handle moves into range and connects with a jab.
Benn Jr finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Benn Jr takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A jab lands there for Benn Jr.
Benn Jr misses with a few strikes there.
Handle misses with a hook to the body
and Benn Jr counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#ROC2#
Handle is rocked!
Handle shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Benn Jr defends it nicely.
Benn Jr lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Oh Handle is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nigel Benn Jr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
A jab from Handle misses.
Handle seems to have got his legs back now.
Handle scores with a shot to the body.
Handle has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Handle shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Benn Jr defends it nicely.
Handle is trying hard to land a takedown here. Benn Jr sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Benn Jr throws out a counter right but Handle avoids it with no problem.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Max Handle. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Benn Jr thows a body kick. Handle tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Handle lands a jab-cross combination.
Handle is looking to land body kicks.
Handle slips under a jab.
Benn Jr lands with a good body shot.
Handle swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Handle tries a head kick but it misses.
Benn Jr just misses with a punch to the body.
Benn Jr connects with an inside leg kick.#T2#
Benn Jr takes one on the button.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Handle connects with a looping right hand.
Benn Jr takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Handle moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Handle throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Benn Jr counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Handle tries to land a front kick but Benn Jr steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Handle looks to land a right hand but Benn Jr moved out of range.
Handle takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Handle connects with a jab.
Handle bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Benn Jr's head.
Handle swings widly with a right hand
and Benn Jr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Benn Jr scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Handle doesn't seem bothered though.
Handle misses with an uppercut. Benn Jr saw that one coming.
Benn Jr looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Handle misses with a jab, cross combination.
Benn Jr moves out of range as Handle strikes.#T3#
Handle throws a hook to the side of Benn Jr's head but Benn Jr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Benn Jr throws a counter combo.
Benn Jr on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Handle throws a left and a right that both miss
and Benn Jr counters with a nice body kick.
Handle takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Benn Jr throws a series of punches but Handle avoids them all with ease.
Handle tries a head kick but it misses.
Handle throws a right and a left that Benn Jr avoids nicely.
Benn Jr uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Benn Jr has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Handle throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Handle jabs Benn Jr to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Benn Jr defending well as Handle loads up on a big left hand.
Handle misses with a body punch
#KD2#
and Benn Jr counters with a nice right hand that sends Handle toppling to the canvas! Handle scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Benn Jr finish him?!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Handle dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Benn Jr throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
#T4#
Benn Jr throws a series of punches but Handle moves out of range.
As Benn Jr tries to get set, Handle tries to push him back and clinch up but Benn Jr manages to avoid the attempt.
Handle throws a hook but Benn Jr avoids it easily.
Benn Jr throws out a counter right but Handle avoids it with no problem.
Handle misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Benn Jr throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Handle throws a right and a left that both miss.
Benn Jr looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Handle misses with a left hand
and Benn Jr counters with a one-two to the body. #TD#
Handle throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Benn Jr tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Handle is in Benn Jr's guard.#ES2#
Benn Jr wriggles free and stands up.
Handle looks up at the clock. Bad move! Benn Jr lands a right hand from hell, dropping Handle. Benn Jr pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nigel Benn Jr!
A very excited looking Nigel Benn Jr made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 03, 2019 |
#R1#
Left hook, right uppercut from Handle.
Handle lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Handle looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Rampage throws a counter combo.
Handle scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Handle misses with a straight left.
Rampage drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Handle defends it well.
Rampage looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Handle is fending him off so far but Rampage persists. Nope, Handle circles away and we're back to standing.
Handle throws a series of punches but Rampage moves out of range.
Handle moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Handle waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rampage.
Nice takedown defense from Handle. No joy for Rampage on that attempt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rampage doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Handle lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#TD#
Handle shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Rampage is trying to defend but Handle finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Rampage is looking to improve his position.
#T1#
Rampage keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Rampage is staying active underneath Handle, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Handle has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Handle working Rampage over with strikes.
Handle scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Handle not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Handle is trying to control. Rampage wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Rampage tries to get to full guard but Handle has control of the leg.
Rampage on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T2#
Handle looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Handle trying to control from half guard but Rampage is working away. #SU#
Handle decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Handle feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Rampages jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Rampage gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Handle.
Handle scores with a crisp jab that stopped Rampage in his tracks.
Handle displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Rampage.
Max Handle has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lewis Rampage.
Handle sizes up Rampage with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T3#
Handle cracks Rampage with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Rampage uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Handle.
Rampage fails with a takedown attempt.
Handle throws a head kick but Rampage moves out of range.
Handle connects with a jab.
Rampage is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Rampage ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rampage tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Nice shot by Handle.
Handle fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Handle lands a head kick!
Handle lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T4#
Handle listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Handle connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Handle stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Handle wants it to stay on the feet.
Rampage walks into a straight right hand from Handle.
Handle lands a glancing blow to the side of Rampage's head.
Handle with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Handle misses with a wild combination.
Handle plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
A decent looking cross lands there for Handle.
Rampage's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Handle connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Rampage scrambles back to his feet.
Rampage takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Max Handle dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Handle throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Rampage drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Handle defends it well.
Rampage doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Handle counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Handle lands a right hook to the body.
A nice leg kick lands there from Handle.
Handle throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rampage sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Handle lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Rampage backs up against the cage.
Handle digs a good hook to Rampage's body.
Handle is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rampage can do to turn this around?
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Handle, as that shot connected.
Handle feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Rampages jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Handle throws out a loose jab but Rampage uses good head movement to avoid it.
Handle misses with a wild combination.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Handle lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
#T1#
Handle lands a slapping body shot.
Rampage takes a kick to the side of the head.
Rampage has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Handle.
Handle lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A shot to the liver by Handle. Beautiful body shot.
Max Handle seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Handle lands with a right hand.
Handle throws a good cross that connects.
#TD#
Handle shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Rampage's guard.#ES2#
Rampage pushes Handle off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Max Handle is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rampage is trying desperately to land a takedown but Handle is having absolutely none of it. This is turning into a bit of a nightmare for Rampage.
Rampage throws a body kick that misses.
Max Handle is winning the standup battle so far.
Handle throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Handle scores with a hook to the body. Rampage takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Handle lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #TD#
Rampage gets caught napping as Handle dives in and scores a takedown. Rampage manages to retain guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Rampage keeping moving, preventing Handle from controlling successfully.
Rampage wants to sweep here but Handle controlling him for the moment.
Handle trying to control the position from guard on top but Rampage is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Handle slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Handle is in close to Rampage's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Rampage utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T3#
Handle cracks Rampage with a solid left hand.
Handle slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Handle with a flurry of punches that miss.
Rampage is trying to hold Handle in close to prevent damage but Handle has managed to pass into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Handle trying to control from half guard but Rampage is working away.
Max Handle overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Handle not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Handle prevents Rampage from improving his position.
Handle working Rampage over with strikes. #T4##SUB#
Handle wants to work for an arm triangle but Rampage is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Handle is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Rampage is just riding it out for now. Handle eventually gives up the hold.
Rampage blocking the ground and pound attempt from Handle.
Handle lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Handle is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Max Handle dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Handle shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Rampage eats them both and turns towards Handle to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Rampage moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Rampage fails with the takedown.
Nice shot lands for Handle.
The fighters circle momentarily. Handle darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Handle thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Rampage if he has to take too many more of those.
Handle scores with a head kick. Rampage tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Handle smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Handle with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Rampage has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
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!
Rampage takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Rampage darts in looking for a takedown but Handle gets double underhooks and turns Rampage into the cage.
Handle throws a sloppy head kick and Rampage moves out of range easily.
Rampage tries to counter with a clinch but Handle shakes him off and moves away.#T1#
Handle fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Rampage shoots in for a takedown but Handle shows good takedown defense.
Handle is looking to counter punch.
Max Handle has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lewis Rampage.
Rampage moves out of range of the strikes.
Handle connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Handle tries to bum rush Rampage with a series of wild strikes but Rampage uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#TD2#
Rampage throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Handle was covering up waiting for the punch and Rampage finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Rampage wants to control from the top but Handle keeps moving. #SUB#
Handle looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Rampage preventing the sweep. #T2#
Rampage is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Handle bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Rampage's guard. #REVR#
Handle stopping the sweep attempt from Rampage.
Rampage working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Handle.
Handle working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rampage has momentary wrist control but Handle slips an elbow through the middle.
Handle is looking to work some ground and pound but Rampage has wrist control.
Handle trying to control the position from guard on top but Rampage is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Handle advances position into side control!#T3#
Handle misses with the ground and pound.
Handle working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Handle scoring with punches from side control.
Handle in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Handle wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rampage keeps working.
Handle lands a decent elbow from side control.
Handle lands a decent elbow from side control.
Lewis Rampage has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#ROC#
Rampage is rocked!
Rampage is not content to let Handle control the position.
Max Handle is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Rampage is still in real trouble! Can Handle finish him?#T4#
Handle misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Rampage seems to have recovered his senses.
Handle in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Handle working the ground and pound.
Handle working the ground and pound.
Rampage is trying to control Handle's posture but Handle avoids it.
Rampage on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
And that's the end of the fight!
Max Handle showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Handle 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:25
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:25
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Max Handle!
Max Handle thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
PSE 41
Date: May 11, 2019 |
#R1#
Handle lands with a nice body kick.
Handle takes a jab right on the kisser.
Maybetter looks to land a left hand but Handle moved out of range nicely.
Maybetter moves out of range as Handle throws a body kick.
Handle fails with the takedown
and Maybetter counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Some wild striking there from Handle.
Handle throws a good cross that connects.
Maybetter scores with a jab. Handle acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Maybetter swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Handle throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Maybetter's corner calls for a 1-2. Maybetter obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Handle tries to move into range but Maybetter moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Handle throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Maybetter displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
A left and a right from Handle both land. Nice combination. #T1#
A combination from Maybetter does no damage.
Handle misses with an uppercut
and Maybetter counters with a nice uppercut.
Handle staying out of range there.
Maybetter misses with an uppercut. Handle saw that one coming.
Handle looks to throw the jab but Maybetter is out of range.
Floyd Maybetter is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Handle takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Handle throws a wild body kick that Maybetter sees coming a mile off.
Handle throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Handle lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Maybetter has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Handle tests Maybetter's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Handle is looking to slow Maybetter down with leg kicks.
Good standup being displayed there by Maybetter as he connects with a hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Maybetter throws a hook to the side of Handle's head but Handle sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Maybetter might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Handle thows a left - swing and a miss!
Maybetter is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Handle had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Maybetter throws out a loose jab but Handle uses good head movement to avoid it.
Handle slips a jab and a cross from Maybetter.
#T2#
Handle lands a really nice looking cross but Maybetter seems unphased.
The crowd cheers as Handle lands an impressive looking overhand right. Maybetter doesn't seem phased though.
Handle displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Maybetter throws out the jab.
Nice straight punches there by Handle. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Handle.
Maybetter tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Handle moves out of range of the strikes.
A punch combination from Handle misses.
Maybetter scores with a sloppy right hand. Handle should have avoided that one.
Handle lands a really nice looking cross but Maybetter seems unphased.
Maybetter looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Handle throws a right hand that misses
and Maybetter counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nice uppercut lands for Maybetter. That snapped Handle's head back.
A jab from Maybetter misses.
Good exchange - Handle coming out on top.
Maybetter is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Handle defending well as Maybetter loads up on a big left hand.
Handle was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Handle misses with a looping right.#T3#
Handle clobbers Maybetter with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
A telegraphed right hand from Handle misses the target.
Maybetter lands a nice shot that snaps Handle's head back.
Handle jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Maybetter keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Handle.
Handle throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
enabling Maybetter to counter with a crisp jab.
Handle throws a shot from downtown. Maybetter moves away and avoids it.
It seemed like Maybetter was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Handle with a jab.
Handle misses with a series of wild punches.
Maybetter misses the jab.
The fighters circle momentarily. Maybetter darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Handle bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Handle scores with a head kick. Maybetter tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Handle loads up on a big right hand but Maybetter slips the punch.#T4#
Handle misses with a few strikes there.
Maybetter walks into a jab.
Maybetter misses with a looping left.
A left and a right from Maybetter both land. Nice combination.
Handle changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Handle throws a leg kick that misses.
Handle tries a head kick but it misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Maybetter! But no joy.
Handle connects with a nice looking jab.
Maybetter tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Handle was well out of range. Poor timing from Maybetter.
Handle is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Maybetter.
Handle scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
A combination from Maybetter does no damage.
Handle throws a leg kick but Maybetter moved away.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Handle scores with a nice head shot.
Maybetter just misses with a punch to the body.
Handle swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Maybetter swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Max Handle will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Handle throws a shot to the body.
Maybetter showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Handle.
A punch combination from Handle misses.
Maybetter lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Handle misses with a few strikes there.
Handle throws a head kick that misses.
Maybetter moves into range and connects with a jab.
Maybetter on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Max Handle is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Handle uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Maybetter.
Handle misses with a straight right.
Max Handle is winning the standup battle so far.
Maybetter avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Handle works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Handle misses with a wild body shot.
Maybetter throws a good cross that connects.
Handle misses with a low kick as Maybetter jumps back.
Maybetter scores with a sloppy right hand. Handle should have avoided that one. #T1#
Handle's jab looks to have found its range, popping Maybetter under the eye.
Handle moves away from the strike by Maybetter.
Handle jabbing away but nothing is landing.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Maybetter! But no joy.
Maybetter fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Handle on the side of the head.
Handle throws a sloppy head kick
and Maybetter counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Maybetter throws an overhand right that lands on Handle's shoulder, as Handle tries to avoid the shot.
Maybetter moves into range and connects with a jab.
A head kick misses from Handle.
Handle throws an overhand right that lands on Maybetter's shoulder, as Maybetter tries to avoid the shot.
Maybetter throws a counter combo.
Maybetter on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Maybetter takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Maybetter slips a jab and a cross from Handle.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Maybetter! But no joy.
Handle throws a nice outside leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Handle throws a right and a left that Maybetter avoids nicely.
Maybetter misses with a left hand #CL#
and Handle counters by clinching up. #T2##BC2#
Maybetter breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Handle throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Handle scores with a sloppy right hand. Maybetter should have avoided that one.
Maybetter uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Handle.
Maybetter throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Handle defending well as Maybetter loads up on a big left hand.
Handle misses with a double jab
and Maybetter counters with a right hand to the body.
Maybetter steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Handle.
Sloppy strikes from Maybetter. Those never looked like landing.
Maybetter works over Handle's head and body with a nice combination.
Maybetter throws a poor cross that misses
and Handle counters with a left and a right that stings Maybetter.
Handle misses with a straight right.
Maybetter swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Maybetter lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Handle circles away quickly and effectively.#T3#
A shot to the liver by Handle. Beautiful body shot.
Handle walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Maybetter takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Maybetter swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Maybetter is breathing heavily.
Maybetter throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Handle on the side of the head.
Handle scores with a hook to the body. Maybetter takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Handle shoots in looking for a takedown but Maybetter manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Handle's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Max Handle seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Handle swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
enabling Maybetter to counter with a crisp jab.
Handle misses with an uppercut. Maybetter saw that one coming.
Maybetter throws a hook but Handle avoids it easily.
Handle pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Handle ducks under a wild hook from Maybetter.
Handle throws a big shot that misses.
Handle tries a head kick but it misses.
Handle dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Maybetter. That did some damage!#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Maybetter.
Handle connects with a crisp jab.
Handle looks to land a combination. Maybetter sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Handle misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A big left from Maybetter misses.
Handle slips under a jab from Maybetter.
Good standup being displayed there by Handle as he connects with a hook.
Handle swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Handle swinging wildly here.
Handle uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Maybetter.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Maybetter throws a shot from downtown. Handle moves away and avoids it.
Nice cross by Maybetter.
Maybetter slips under a jab from Handle.
Maybetter misses with a hook.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Max Handle dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Maybetter lands with an overhand left.
Handle shoots for a double leg takedown but Maybetter sprawls well. He's pushed Handle's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Maybetter connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Maybetter avoids the body shot from Handle.
Maybetter dips to his left and cracks Handle with an uppercut!#ROC2#
Handle is rocked!
Maybetter fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Handle on the side of the head.
Oh Handle is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A head kick misses from Handle.
A little jabbing left from Maybetter on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Handle takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Maybetter throws a jab when Handle was well out of range.
Maybetter throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Handle sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Handle misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Maybetter steps in with a hook that catches Handle right on the chin and knocks him to the floor! Maybetter follows him down with more strikes and that's all she wrote! Handle looks absolutely devastated.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Floyd Maybetter!
After the big win, Floyd Maybetter made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Sin City Allstars and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
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Event:
PSE 34
Date: Apr 06, 2019 |
#R1#
Handle blocks a head kick by Kamenov.
Handle is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Handle keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kamenov tries to clinch but Handle moves out of range.
Kamenov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Handle tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#CL#
Kamenov takes the fight into the clinch.
Kamenov tries a knee to the head but Handle blocks it.
A short body shot lands from Kamenov as the two fighters clinch.
Kamenov landing knees to the head.
Kamenov throws a knee to the head but misses.
#BC2#
Handle breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Handle goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #CL#
Kamenov has Handle up against the cage in a clinch.
I was talking to Kamenov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Handle is trying to push Kamenov away but Kamenov has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Kamenov missing with knees to the body.
Kamenov throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Handle's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kamenov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T1#
With the fighters up against the cage, Kamenov throws an elbow but misses. #BC2#
Handle breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Kamenov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kamenov defending well as Handle loads up on a big left hand.
Handle throws a right hand that misses
and Kamenov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kamenov doesn't manage to clinch there - Handle circles away.
Handle lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kamenov circles away quickly and effectively.
Kamenov has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Handle connects with a body shot.
Handle keeps the fight on the outside.
Handle is trying to counter with his kicks.
Kamenov tries to clinch up but Handle circles away and keeps his distance.
Handle fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kamenov manages to avoid it.
Handle lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kamenov's sensitive parts.
Kamenov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kamenov misses with a body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kamenov misses with a kick to the body.
Handle tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Kamenov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Handle ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kamenov moves away.#T2#
Handle sizes up Kamenov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Handle missing with a left hand there. Kamenov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kamenov darts in trying to clinch
and Handle counters with a straight right hand.
Handle swings for the body but Kamenov moves out of range.
Handle throws out a loose jab but Kamenov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kamenov seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Kamenov defending well as Handle loads up on a big left hand.
Handle lands a really nice looking cross but Kamenov seems unphased.
Kamenov tries a head kick but it misses.
Kamenov blocks a head kick by Handle.
Kamenov slips under a jab from Handle.
Handle waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kamenov.
Kamenov misses with a kick to the body #TD2#
and Handle counters with a takedown into side control.
Kamenov tries to improve position but can't.
Handle wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kamenov keeps working.
Kamenov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Handle wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T3#
Handle cracks Kamenov with a big right hand but Kamenov just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Kamenov can't do much from the bottom here.
Kamenov tries to buck Handle off but Handle is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kamenov is working hard here to advance position.
Kamenov manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Handle gets back to full guard.
Kamenov looking to sit in guard and control but Handle gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Kamenov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kamenov pulls Handle in close to prevent any damage.
Kamenov is trying to keep Handle in close.
Handle throwing strikes but missing.
Handle tries to free his leg and advance position but Kamenov is retaining full guard. #T4#
Kamenov managing to control the position.
Handle looking to pass the guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Kamenov is on top in guard.
#REVR##SU#
Kamenov stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Handle ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kamenov moves away.
Handle throws a sloppy head kick and Kamenov moves out of range easily.
Handle fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
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!
Kamenov wants to clinch.
Kamenov wants to clinch but Handle slips to the side
and Handle counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Kamenov takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Handle keeps the fight on the outside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Max Handle dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Handle throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kamenov misses with a head kick.
Kamenov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Handle misses with a looping right.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Kamenov!
Kamenov is looking to clinch.
Handle looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kamenov misses with a wild body shot.
Handle looks to land a body kick but Kamenov moved away.
A head kick misses from Kamenov.
A big right from Handle misses.
Kamenov is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Handle.
Handle tried to score with a low kick but Kamenov checks it.
Kamenov connects with a crisp jab.
Kamenov moves in looking to clinch but Handle pushes him off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kamenov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Handle throws out the jab.
Kamenov lands a jab to the head.
Handle misses with the combination.
Kamenov tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Handle manages to circle out of the way.
Kamenov throws a head kick that half lands.
#T1#
Handle thows a left - swing and a miss!
Handle pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kamenov swings for the body but Handle moves out of range.
Handle lands a nice looking body shot.
Kamenov tries to clinch but Handle moves out of range. #CL#
Kamenov clinches with his opponent.
#BC2#
Handle escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Handle throws a right and a left that both miss.
Handle tries a head kick but it misses.
Kamenov checks a low kick from Handle.
It looked like Kamenov was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Kamenov lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #CL#
Handle gets tackled into the cage by Kamenov. Kamenov maintains the clinch.
Kamenov misses with a knee to the head.
Kamenov throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Handle avoids a wild elbow strike from Kamenov.#BC2#
Handle escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T2#
Kamenov throws a head kick but Handle moves out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Handle looks to land a left hand but Kamenov moved out of range nicely.
Handle throws a right and a left that Kamenov avoids nicely.
Handle throws a body shot but no joy.
As Handle tries to get set, Kamenov tries to push him back and clinch up but Handle manages to avoid the attempt.
Kamenov wants to clinch up but Handle keeps it at a distance.
Handle lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kamenov circles away quickly and effectively.
Handle tries to bum rush Kamenov with a series of wild strikes but Kamenov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Kamenov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#CL#
Kamenov moves into range and clinches up with Handle.#BC2#
Handle breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Handle misses with a kick to the body.
Kamenov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Handle throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A looping hook to the body misses from Handle. Kamenov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Handle throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kamenov tries to clinch but Handle moves out of range. #T3#
Kamenov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A head kick misses from Kamenov.
Handle avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kamenov ducks under a wild hook from Handle.
A nice leg kick lands there from Handle.
Kamenov blocks the body kick.
Kamenov tries a head kick but it misses.
Handle thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kamenov is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Handle.
Grisha Kamenov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kamenov throws a head kick that misses.
Handle misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kamenov tries to clinch up but Handle circles away and keeps his distance.
Handle slips a jab and a cross from Kamenov.
Kamenov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Handle looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kamenov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Handle misses with a double jab.
Kamenov tries a head kick but it misses.
#T4#
Kamenov tries to clinch but Handle moves away
and Handle counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Kamenov throws a sloppy head kick and Handle moves out of range easily.
Handle shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kamenov pinned against the cage. Kamenov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Grisha Kamenov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Handle clobbers Kamenov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Handle lands a nice hook to Kamenov's body. Kamenov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kamenov tries a head kick but it misses.
Handle lands the left hand.
Kamenov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kamenov wants to clinch up but Handle keeps it at a distance.
Kamenov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Kamenov dodges the punch combination from Handle.
Kamenov avoids the head kick by Handle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Max Handle will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Kamenov throws a head kick that Handle semi-blocks.
Handle chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kamenov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kamenov throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Handle.
Handle avoids the head kick by Kamenov.
It seemed like Handle was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Handle blocks a head kick by Kamenov.
Kamenov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Handle connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kamenov takes one to the chin there.
Handle tests Kamenov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Handle throws a leg kick that misses.
Kamenov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Kamenov throws a sloppy head kick and Handle moves out of range easily.
Kamenov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kamenov is looking to clinch but Handle is avoiding it.
Kamenov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Handle looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#CL#
Kamenov moves into range and clinches up with Handle.
Kamenov prevents Handle from breaking the clinch.#T1##BC2#
Handle's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kamenov looks to throw the jab but Handle is out of range.
Kamenov tries to clinch but Handle is having none of it.
Handle tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kamenov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Handle throws out the jab.
Kamenov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Handle.
Kamenov throws a sloppy head kick and Handle moves out of range easily.
Kamenov blocks a head kick by Handle.
Kamenov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Handle.
Handle throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kamenov punishes Handle's body with a nice straight punch.
Kamenov stuns Handle with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A head kick misses from Handle.
Kamenov throws a sloppy head kick
and Handle counters with a leg kick.
Kamenov defending well as Handle loads up on a big left hand.
Kamenov throws a sloppy head kick and Handle moves out of range easily.
Handle swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T2#
Kamenov blocks a jab.
Kamenov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
A head kick misses from Kamenov.
Handle tries to counter with a clinch but Kamenov shakes him off and moves away.
Handle connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Handle scores with a punch to the head.
Kamenov throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Kamenov tries to clinch but Handle is having none of it.
Kamenov misses with a head kick.
Handle lands a nice looking body shot.
Kamenov throws a head kick but Handle moves out of range.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kamenov moves to clinch but Handle breaks away #TD2#
and Handle counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Kamenov!
Handle lands a nice forearm strike.
Kamenov takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Kamenov struggling a bit here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Handle is looking to take a break and control but Kamenov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Handle lands a few punches from side control.
Kamenov is trying to get back to his feet.
Kamenov is trying to control Handle's posture but Handle avoids it.
Handle throws an elbow but Kamenov slips to the side and avoids it well.
Handle working the head and body with strikes.
Handle landing a few strikes.
Handle working the ground and pound.#SUB2#
Handle is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Kamenov knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Handle prevents Kamenov from escaping the position.
You can see the frustration on Kamenov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Max Handle is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4##SU2#
Handle stands up and beckons Kamenov to his feet.
Handle does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Kamenov looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Kamenov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Handle ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Kamenov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Handle lands with a straight right. Kamenov didn't see that one coming.
Kamenov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Handle.
Kamenov throws a head kick that Handle semi-blocks.
Grisha Kamenov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Handle avoids the head kick by Kamenov.
Kamenov throws a head kick but Handle moves out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kamenov throws a combination that misses
and Handle counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Kamenov drops his hands momentarily and Handle takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kamenov throws a head kick but Handle moves out of range.
And that's the end of the fight!
Max Handle comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Handle winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 27:30
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 27:30
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Max Handle!
A very excited looking Max Handle made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
Grisha Kamenov was interviewed post fight and said 'Man this guy beats me 3 times I'm very dissapointed. Sorry guys I'm going to come back with the victory thank you for the support.'.
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Event:
CEFC 334
Date: Mar 04, 2019 |
#R1#
Devereux pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Handle feints a counter leg kick.
Handle throws a head kick but Devereux moves out of range.
Handle slips under a jab from Devereux.
Devereux throws a combination. Handle tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Devereux checks the leg kick.
Devereux cracks Handle with an open hand slap.#CL2#
Handle has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD#
Devereux gets control of Handle's arms and successfully pulls guard. Devereux will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Devereux wants to sweep but no luck.
Devereux is working hard here to advance position.
Handle is stalling in the full guard.
Devereux controlling the position.
Devereux is trying to control the position but Handle postures up.
Handle is looking to work some ground and pound but Devereux has wrist control.
Devereux seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Handle accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T1#
Devereux looking to hit a scissor sweep but Handle is one step ahead there.
Devereux keeping moving, preventing Handle from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Handle postures up in Devereux's guard and throws a big left but Devereux blocks it.
Handle trying to control but Devereux is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Devereux has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Handle should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Devereux has tightened it up now! Handle 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 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Ross Devereux!
Ross Devereux spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
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CEFC 333
Date: Feb 23, 2019 |
#R1#
Handle throws a low kick but Frost avoids it.
Frost is looking to counter punch.
Frost checks a leg kick.
A head kick by Frost misses
and Handle counters with a thumping low kick.
Handle dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Frost. That did some damage!
Handle lands with a thumping leg kick.
Frost misses the shot to the body.
We've been informed that Handle 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.
Frost takes a swing at Handle's ribcage but misses.
Frost just misses with a punch to the body.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Frost connects with a good right hand that stumbles Handle. Handle circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Frost misses with a two punch combination.
Frost will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Frost throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Frost scores with a shot to the body.
Handle cracks Frost with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Frost throws a body shot but no joy.
A bone on bone clash there as Handle blocks the leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Frost takes one to the chin there.
Handle tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Frost throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Olaf Frost seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Frost throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Handle replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Frost blocks it well.
Olaf Frost is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Handle feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Frost's calf.
Handle shoots in for a double leg but Frost sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Handle throws a looping overhand right but Frost ducks down to avoid it.
Frost tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Handle was well out of range. Poor timing from Frost.
Handle wants to clinch.
Handle keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Frost throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Handle tries to work over Frost's front leg with a kick but Frost checks it.
Handle motions for Frost to come forward. Handle throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Handle connects with a leg kick. Frost looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Handle walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Handle misses with a jab, cross combination.
Handle checks a leg kick.
Frost is looking to wear down Handle with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Handle throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Handle throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Frost sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Frost swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Handle throws a low kick but Frost moves out of range easily.
Frost lands with a good body shot.#T2#
Frost misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Handle.
#CL2#
Handle closes the distance and pushes Frost back into the cage.
Frost lands with a right to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Frost gets through Handle's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Handle wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Frost has him pressed against the cage.#BC2#
Handle breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Frost lands a head kick!
Handle takes one to the side of the head.
Frost lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Handle at a distance.
Frost misses the jab.
Some wild striking there from Handle.
Frost swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The crowd cheers as Frost lands an impressive looking overhand right. Handle doesn't seem phased though.
Handle takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Frost takes a swing at Handle's ribcage but misses.
Frost misses with an uppercut. #T3#
Frost throws a body punch but Handle moves out of range.
Frost throws a lazy head kick
and Handle counters with a one-two to the body.
Frost looks to score with a jab to the body but Handle is just out of range.
Frost staying out of range there.
Frost fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Frost fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Handle manages to avoid it.
Frost misses with a wild body shot.
Sloppy strikes from Handle. Those never looked like landing.
Frost throws a hook but Handle blocks it.
Frost backing away here, and Handle unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Handle shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Frost defending well as Handle loads up on a big left hand.
Frost is looking to counter with head kicks.
Frost will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Frost throws a hook to the side of Handle's head but Handle sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Handle uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Frost.
Frost just misses with a punch to the body.
Frost throws a low kick but it's checked well by Handle.
It seemed like Handle was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Frost misses with a body shot
and Handle counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Frost swings for the body but Handle moves out of range.
#T4#
Handle scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Handle connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Frost momentarily.
Frost lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Handle circles away quickly and effectively.
Handle connects with a nice looking jab.
Handle misses with a straight right.
Frost is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Frost ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Handle throws a nice inside leg kick.
Handle uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Frost.
Frost swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Frost attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
A combination from Frost does no damage.
Frost turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Frost on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Handle. Handle obviously looking to wear him down.
Frost dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A chopping leg kick lands by Handle.
Frost uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Handle.
Nice cross by Handle.
Handle takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A bone on bone clash there as Handle blocks the leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Olaf Frost will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Handle fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Handle keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Frost is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Frost ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Handle moves away.
A bone on bone clash there as Handle blocks the leg kick.
Frost ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Frost fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Frost steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Handle.
Frost appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Frost ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Handle moves away.
A low kick from Handle is predictable there
and Frost counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Frost lands with a nice body punch.
Frost misses with a body shot.
Handle is looking to score with low kicks.
It looked like Frost was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Handle.
Handle buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Frost throws a head kick that misses.
Frost swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Frost throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A big right from Frost misses.
Frost swings for the body but Handle moves out of range.
Handle misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#T1#
Frost uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Handle.
Frost throws a front kick aimed at Handle's knee but Handle avoids it well.
Frost keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Handle.
Frost was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Handle swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Handle lunges at Frost with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Frost's hand.
Handle blocks a leg kick.
Frost fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Handle manages to avoid it.
Frost will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Frost comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Handle lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A solid leg kick lands there for Handle.
Frost misses with a wild body shot.
Handle fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Frost.
A good leg kick by Handle.
Handle finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Frost lands a glancing blow to the side of Handle's head.
Olaf Frost is winning the standup battle so far.#T2#
Handle keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Handle connects with a looping right hand.
Handle misses with a looping right.
Handle lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Handle.
Frost jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Frost looks to score with a jab to the body but Handle is just out of range.
A nice leg kick lands there from Handle.
Frost throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Frost throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Handle swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Frost just misses with a punch to the body.
Handle with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Frost lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Handle has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Handle and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
A big left from Handle misses.
Handle on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Handle avoids the body shot from Frost.
A little jabbing left from Handle on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A jab lands there for Frost.
Frost lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
#T3#
Frost will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Frost blocks a head kick by Handle.
Frost misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Handle makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Frost throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Frost throws out a loose jab but Handle uses good head movement to avoid it.
Handle is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Frost with a body shot.
Handle throws a hook but Frost avoids it easily.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Frost, as that shot connected.
Frost tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Handle was well out of range. Poor timing from Frost.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Frost.
Frost displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Handle throws out the jab.
Handle scoring well with a low kick there.
Frost tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Frost tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Handle was well out of range. Poor timing from Frost.
Handle cracks Frost with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Handle throws a low kick but it's checked well by Frost.
Frost lands an overhand right.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Handle slips under a jab from Frost.#T4#
Frost swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Handle tries a low kick but Frost avoids it.
Frost was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Handle dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Frost. That did some damage!
Handle misses with a right hand
and Frost counters with a nice body shot.
Frost throws a body punch but Handle moves out of range.
Frost throws a head kick but Handle moves out of range.
Frost looks to score with a jab to the body but Handle is just out of range.
Frost takes a swing at Handle's ribcage but misses.
Frost takes a swing at Handle's ribcage but misses.
A solid leg kick lands there for Handle.
Frost tries to move into range but Handle moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Frost misses the shot to the body.
Handle throws a leg kick but Frost sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Frost is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Handle with a lazy takedown attempt
and Handle takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Handle throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Frost on the side of the head.
Frost chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Handle can pounce on him.
Frost throws a shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Olaf Frost will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Handle throws a jab when Frost was well out of range.
Handle keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Frost.
Handle wants to land a leg kick but Frost is out of range.
Handle avoids a punch combination nicely.
A nice leg kick lands there from Frost.
A nice inside leg kick there by Handle. That's going to slow Frost down.
Handle avoids the body shot from Frost.
Frost blocks the body kick.
Frost scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Handle doesn't seem bothered though.
Frost pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Frost checks a leg kick.
Frost blocks a leg kick.
Handle lands an overhand right.
Handle throws a hook to the side of Frost's head but Frost sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Handle uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Frost.
Handle drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T1#
Handle fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Frost scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Frost throws a jab but it's blocked by Handle.
Handle loads up on a big right hand but Frost slips the punch.
Frost swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Handle tries to work over Frost's front leg with a kick but Frost checks it.
Handle slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Frost lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Handle throws a series of punches but Frost avoids them all with ease.
Frost fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Handle manages to avoid it.
Some bone on bone action there as Frost checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A telegraphed right hand from Frost misses the target.
Handle fails to land with a series of punches.
Frost swings for the body but Handle moves out of range.
Handle with a hook.
Frost attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Frost connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Frost ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Handle moves away.
Frost tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Handle was well out of range. Poor timing from Frost.#T2#
Frost on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Frost chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Handle can pounce on him.
Handle misses with a looping right.
Frost lands with a nice combination. Handle backs away looking to recover.
Handle scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Frost slips a straight right by Handle.
Frost uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Handle.
Frost throwing a counter right hand but Handle manages to avoid it.
Frost scores with a jab to the jaw.
Frost lands with an overhand left.
Handle checks the leg kick nicely there.
Frost throws a good cross that connects.
Frost fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Handle manages to avoid it.
Frost looks to land a left hand but Handle moved out of range nicely.
Frost misses the shot to the body.
Handle lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Handle checks a leg kick.
Handle feints a counter leg kick.
Nice shot by Handle.#T3#
Frost throws a body punch but Handle moves out of range.
Handle catches Frost with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Frost swings away with a body shot that misses
and Handle counters with a nice uppercut.
Handle throws a leg kick
and Handle takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Handle throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Frost counters with a stiff right hand.
Frost throws a nice outside leg kick.
Frost swings for the body but Handle moves out of range.
The fighters circling - Handle throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Frost walks into a left hand.
Frost throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Handle appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Frost looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#CL2#
Handle clinches up with Frost and pushes him back against the cage.
Frost misses with a punch on the inside.
Frost fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Handle wants to get back to striking at distance but Frost won't allow it.
Frost keeps control of Handle as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Frost tries to throw a body punch but Handle avoids it by throwing Frost back against the cage.
Handle can't break the clinch.
Olaf Frost is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Handle is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Frost gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Handle has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Frost avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Frost lands with a light punch inside.
Max Handle has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
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!
Frost keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Handle's efforts to push away.
Frost gets underhooks to prevent Handle's takedown attempt.
Olaf Frost has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Max Handle.
Handle tries to break the clinch but Frost is controlling the position.
Handle has a couple of punches blocked by Frost.
Handle is trying to force a seperation but Frost has the dominant position.
Handle lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Handle doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short right from Handle on the inside.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Max Handle.
I think Frost has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 30:28
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Olaf Frost!
Olaf Frost was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
CEFC 331
Date: Feb 11, 2019 |
#R1#
Kamenov checks the leg kick.
Kamenov is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Kamenov has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Handle is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Kamenov throws a solid leg kick but Handle takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kamenov.
Handle shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Kamenov throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Handle throws a nice looking combination but Kamenov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Handle has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Death Valley Training Facility in the buildup to the fight.
Handle lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #CUT#
It looks like Grisha Kamenov has been cut.
Handle goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A head kick misses from Kamenov.
Kamenov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kamenov checks the leg kick.
Kamenov wants to counter with a clinch but Handle pushes him away.
Kamenov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Handle.
Handle is looking to score with low kicks.#CL#
Handle moves into the clinch.#BC#
Handle breaks the clinch.
Kamenov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Handle keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Handle shoots in for a double leg but Kamenov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kamenov throws a head kick that Handle semi-blocks.
#T1#
Kamenov misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kamenov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Some bone on bone action there as Kamenov checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Handle bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kamenov's head.
Kamenov throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Handle throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
A chopping leg kick lands by Handle.
Handle throws a looping overhand right but Kamenov ducks down to avoid it.
Kamenov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Handle looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Kamenov misses with the body kick#TD#
and Handle counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Handle not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Handle not doing much here.
Kamenov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Handle perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Handle is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Handle is thwarting Kamenov's attempts to control the position.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T2#
Handle prevents Kamenov from improving his position.
Handle with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Kamenov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kamenov.
Kamenov is pulling down on Handle's head. It's preventing any offense from Handle, at least for the moment.
Handle throws a big elbow that misses.
Handle trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Handle might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Handle showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Kamenov keeping moving, preventing Handle from controlling successfully.
Kamenov looking for a sweep. Not yet Kamenov, not yet.
Kamenov keeping full guard, as Handle tries to pass. #T3#
Handle works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Handle looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Kamenov with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Kamenov wants to improve his position but Handle is controlling well.
Kamenov is looking to control Handle's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kamenov avoid being mounted?
Handle not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Handle takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Kamenov is looking to control Handle's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kamenov avoid being mounted?
Handle controlling the action here.
Handle wants to control but Kamenov is keeping him busy.
Handle not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Handle seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kamenov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Handle lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Handle perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T4##SUB2#
Kamenov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Kamenov is looking to improve his position.
Handle perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Handle has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Kamenov is looking to improve his position.
Handle is controlling the pace.
Handle thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Kamenov's head.
Handle controlling the action here.
Kamenov blocking the ground and pound attempt from Handle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Max Handle dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Grisha Kamenov's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Kamenov scores with a kick to the body.
Kamenov misses with a kick to the body.
Kamenov throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Handle misses with a low kick.
Handle swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Kamenov counters with a series of strikes. Handle will be more careful next time no doubt.
Handle checks a low kick from Kamenov.
A slow jab from Kamenov misses its intended target.
Kamenov throws a nice looking combination but Handle bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Handle with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kamenov misses with a kick to the body.
Handle tried to score with a low kick but Kamenov checks it.
Handle swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kamenov.
Handle misses with a double jab.
Handle tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kamenov pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Max Handle is winning the standup battle so far.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Handle misses with a takedown attempt - Kamenov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T1#
Handle is looking to land body kicks.
Handle wants to slow Kamenov down by chopping away at his legs.
Grisha Kamenov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kamenov connects with an inside leg kick.
Handle misses with a low kick.
Kamenov displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Handle doesn't manage to clinch there - Kamenov circles away.
Kamenov throws a body kick that misses.
Kamenov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Handle.
Kamenov tries to land a body kick#TD#
and Handle counters with a single leg into guard. Kamenov didn't expect that. #ES2#
Kamenov pushes Handle off and gets back to his feet.
Grisha Kamenov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kamenov is breathing heavily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kamenov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Kamenov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Handle has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Handle takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Handle swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Handle fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kamenov checks it well.
Kamenov throws a push kick but Handle slaps the foot to one side.
Jab from Handle.
Kamenov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Max Handle seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Handle misses with a shot to the body
and Kamenov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Handle throws a low kick but Kamenov avoids it.
Kamenov steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Handle attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kamenov lands with a straight right. Handle didn't see that one coming.
Handle connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kamenov.
The fighters circling - Handle throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kamenov checks a leg kick.
Handle shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Handle looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kamenov throws a head kick but Handle moves out of range.
Kamenov lands with a nice body kick.
Kamenov throws a series of punches but Handle moves out of range.
Kamenov misses with a head kick.
Handle misses with a low kick.
Handle backing away here, and Kamenov unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Kamenov misses with a low kick.#T3#
Kamenov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kamenov checks the leg kick.
Kamenov throws an overhand right that lands on Handle's shoulder, as Handle tries to avoid the shot.
Kamenov throws a lazy right hand but Handle sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
That kick from Kamenov tenderised Handle's leg. Handle is trying to keep his angry face on.
Handle throws a leg kick that misses.
Kamenov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Handle connects with an inside leg kick.
Kamenov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Handle tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Kamenov manages to circle out of the way.
Handle dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kamenov. That did some damage!
Horrible takedown attempt by Handle or perhaps it was just good defense by Kamenov, which made it look bad.
Handle misses with a body kick.
Handle throws a leg kick but Kamenov checks it.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kamenov checks a leg kick.
Kamenov throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T4#
Handle misses with a low kick.
Handle misses with a two punch combination.
Handle tries to clinch up
and Kamenov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kamenov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Handle moves away.
Handle attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Handle throws a quick inside leg kick.
Handle attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kamenov misses with a head kick.
Kamenov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Handle.
Kamenov replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Handle blocks it well.
Handle misses with a low kick.
Kamenov misses with a low kick.
Handle is looking to counter punch.
Handle throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#CL#
Handle rushes Kamenov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Handle breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Grisha Kamenov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Grisha Kamenov's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Kamenov looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kamenov connects with a leg kick. Handle looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Handle has a takedown stuffed.
Kamenov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #TD#
Handle drives through with a takedown into Kamenov's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Kamenov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Max Handle overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Handle connects with a couple of short punches.
Handle is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Handle wants to control from the top but Kamenov keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Handle prevents Kamenov from getting back to his feet.
Kamenov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Handle content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Kamenov keeping moving, preventing Handle from controlling successfully.
Handle controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T1#
Kamenov wants to sweep here but Handle controlling him for the moment.
Kamenov working a defensive guard here.
Handle preventing the sweep.
Kamenov controls Handle momentarily but Handle frees himself.
Kamenov being controlled here, momentarily.
Handle trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Handle controls from within his opponent's guard.
Kamenov keeping moving, preventing Handle from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Handle moves out of range as Kamenov throws a body kick.
It looked like Handle wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Handle throws a quick inside leg kick. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Handle tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Kamenov is able to avoid easily.
Handle does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Kamenov is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
A good leg kick by Handle.
Kamenov works over Handle's head and body with a nice combination.
Kamenov checks a leg kick.
Handle lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kamenov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Kamenov keeps Handle at a distance using the push kick.
Kamenov throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Nice body kick there by Kamenov.
A slapping leg kick lands for Handle.
Handle fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Handle is looking to land body kicks.
Kamenov misses with a low kick.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Handle checks a leg kick.
Handle misses with a leg kick
and Kamenov counters with a solid body kick. #T3#
Handle takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Kamenov checks a leg kick nicely.
Kamenov is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Kamenov scores with a three punch combo!
Both fighters circling a little - Kamenov finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Kamenov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kamenov throws the kick towards the body but Handle avoids it.
Handle bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kamenov's head backwards.
Handle will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Handle throws out a leg kick but Kamenov moves out of range and Handle only half commits.
Handle scores with a leg kick.
Kamenov needs to keep his hands up - Handle had a free shot at his head there.
Handle throws a leg kick that is checked
letting Kamenov counter with a right hand.
Kamenov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Handle is looking to chop away at Kamenov's legs.
A telegraphed right hand from Handle misses the target.
As Handle backs off Kamenov throws a huge counter combo but Handle manages to avoid it all.
Handle throws a low kick but Kamenov avoids it.#T4#
Handle fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Handle misses with a takedown attempt
and Kamenov counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Kamenov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Handle momentarily.
Handle swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kamenov.
Handle lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Handle misses with a leg kick.
Kamenov tests Handle's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Handle swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kamenov.
The fighters circling - Handle throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kamenov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Handle will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kamenov throws a lazy right hand but Handle sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kamenov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Handle lets loose with a powerful body kick. Kamenov will feel that in the morning.
Kamenov throws a jab but it's blocked by Handle.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Max Handle.
I think Handle has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge William Peck scores the fight 29:28
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 29:28
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 29:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Max Handle!
An out of breath Max Handle 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:
CEFC Fight Night 146
Date: Jan 24, 2019 |
#R1#
Handle lands a jab to the nose.
Harris will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Handle has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Death Valley Training Facility in the buildup to the fight.
Handle takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Harris uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Handle.#CL#
Handle moves into range and clinches up with Harris.
Handle looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Harris with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Handle tries to break free but Harris pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Handle manages to break the clinch.
Handle lands with a thumping leg kick.
Harris cracks Handle with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Handle shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Harris defends it nicely.
Handle fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Harris is out of range.
Harris looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Harris blocks a jab.
Harris misses with a head kick.
Harris throws a head kick that misses
and Handle counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. #T1#
Handle lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Handle tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Harris is able to avoid easily.
Harris stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Harris wants it to stay on the feet.
Harris throws a head kick but Handle moves out of range.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Harris checks a leg kick.
Harris takes a swing at Handle's ribcage but misses.
A bone on bone clash there as Harris blocks the leg kick.
Handle slips a jab and a cross from Harris.
Harris lands with an overhand left.
Handle darts in looking for a takedown but Harris gets double underhooks and turns Handle into the cage.
Harris doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Max Handle. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Harris misses with a body kick.
Harris keeps the fight on the outside.
Harris rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Handle moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Handle connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Harris throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Handle.
Handle misses with a hook. Harris ducked under it nicely.
Harris doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T2#
Handle shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Harris throws a right and a left that Handle avoids nicely.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Handle takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Handle avoids the body shot from Harris.
Harris takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Harris slips a jab from Handle.
Handle throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Harris swinging wildly here.
Handle missing with a left hand there. Harris was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
And Harris responds with a good body kick, but Handle manages to step out the way in time.
Handle avoids a punch combination nicely.
Handle lands a two punch combo.
Handle tries to score a power double leg takedown but Harris sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Handle somewhat.
Despite the aggression on Harris's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#T3#
Handle tries to clinch there but Harris circles away.
Harris throws out a counter right but Handle avoids it with no problem.
Handle looks for the body kick but Harris saw that one coming.
Handle takes one to the chin there.
Harris throws a half hearted mid kick.
Baby Boy Harris is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A head kick misses from Harris.
Handle appears to be looking for a big counter.
Handle fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Harris checks it well.
Handle takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Handle misses with a low kick.
Handle throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Harris misses with a hook to the body
and Harris takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Harris misses with a body kick.
Handle tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Harris defends well and Handle ends up having to push Harris into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Harris on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Handle lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Harris circles away quickly and effectively.
Harris throws a nice outside leg kick. #T4#
Harris tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Handle was well out of range. Poor timing from Harris.
Handle fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Handle dives in and grabs Harris's left leg, looking for a takedown. Harris pushes down on Handle's head and hops out.
Handle walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Harris checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Handle closes this distance looking for a takedown but Harris circles away.
Handle ducks right into an uppercut from Harris.
Harris turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Harris throws out a loose jab but Handle uses good head movement to avoid it.
Handle moves out of range of the body kick from Harris.
A little feinted left hand from Handle on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Handle will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Harris is looking for the big counter here.
Nice uppercut lands for Harris. That snapped Handle's head back.
A slapping leg kick lands for Handle.
Handle dodges the punch combination from Harris.
Handle moves out of range of the strikes.
Handle throws a jab but it's blocked by Harris.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Baby Boy Harris dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Harris throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Handle lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Handle slips a jab and a cross from Harris.
Handle tries to land a leg kick but Harris saw it coming and moves away.
Sloppy strikes from Harris. Those never looked like landing.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Harris 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.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Handle.
Harris throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Handle is looking to clinch.
Harris throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Handle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Handle avoids the body shot from Harris.
Handle tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Harris manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Handle throws a front kick aimed at Harris's knee but Harris avoids it well.
Handle throws out a loose jab but Harris uses good head movement to avoid it.
A little jabbing left from Harris on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Handle throws a hook but Harris avoids it easily.
Harris has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#T1#
Harris connects with a body shot that sends Handle's belly button to the back.
A looping hook to the body misses from Harris. Handle does a little dance to reset his feet.
Handle walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Harris lands a nice shot that snaps Handle's head back.
Handle connects with a leg kick. Harris looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Harris is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.#CL#
Handle moves into range and clinches up with Harris.
Harris pushes Handle back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Handle working hard to break the clinch.
Handle managing to block the knees to the body from Harris.
Handle blocks a body shot from Harris.
Handle is trying to break the clinch but Harris has him pressed against the cage. #BC#
Handle breaks the clinch.
Harris throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Handle sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Baby Boy Harris is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Harris's corner calls for a 1-2. Harris obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Handle throws a head kick that misses
and Harris connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD#
Handle throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Harris was covering up waiting for the punch and Handle finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Handle is looking to work some ground and pound but Harris has wrist control.#T2#
Handle wants to control from the top but Harris keeps moving.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Harris seems keen to control Handle's posture.
Harris wants to sweep here but Handle controlling him for the moment.
Handle wants to pass the guard but Harris is keeping the position.
Harris has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Handle throws an elbow that misses. Harris uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Handle's guard. Nice move by Harris!#REVB#
Handle is trying to keep Harris in close.
#T3#
Harris trying to stand up but can't free himself from Handle's guard.
Handle looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Handle is working hard here to advance position.
Handle has Harris pulled in close to control his posture.
Handle controls Harris momentarily but Harris frees himself.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T4#
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.
Handle looking to hit a scissor sweep but Harris is one step ahead there. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Handle blocks the body kick.
Handle staying out of range there.
Handle changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Handle feints and then cracks Harris's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Harris down.
Handle fails with an attempt to clinch.
Harris lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Harris throws a sloppy head kick and Handle moves out of range easily.
Handle throws a head kick but Harris moves out of range.
Despite the aggression on Harris's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Harris takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Handle misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Harris counters with a left to the body.
Harris throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Baby Boy Harris showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Handle fails in his attempt to clinch.
Handle wants to slow Harris down by chopping away at his legs.
Harris circles away from the clinch attempt.
Harris misses with the combination.
Handle shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Harris misses with an attempted mid kick.
Handle avoids the body shot from Harris.
Some bone on bone action there as Harris checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Harris swinging wildly here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Harris throws a head kick that misses.
Harris throws a combination that misses
and Handle counters with a left and a right that stings Harris.
Harris throws a nice looking combination but Handle bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Handle's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Harris connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Handle scrambles back to his feet.
Handle tries for a takedown but Harris sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Harris is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Handle with a body shot.#T1#
Handle dives in for a single leg takedown but Harris sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Harris throws a counter combo.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Max Handle. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Handle throws a lazy uppercut
and Harris counters with a good, hard body kick but Handle shrugs it off.
Handle tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Good exchange - Harris coming out on top.
Donk. Harris catches Handle right on the button with a cross.
Handle motions for Harris to come forward. Handle throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Harris connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Handle will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Handle lands a jab to the head.
Handle tried to score with a low kick but Harris checks it.
Handle walks into a stiff left hand from Harris.
Harris uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Handle.
Harris is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Harris throws a right and a left that Handle avoids nicely.
Harris thumps Handle with a low kick.
Harris bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Handle's head backwards.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Handle is looking to slow Harris down with leg kicks.
Harris misses with an uppercut. Handle saw that one coming.
Handle keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Harris.
A leg kick checked by Harris.
Harris gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Handle counters with a slapping leg kick.
Harris throws a hook to the side of Handle's head but Handle sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Handle throws a chopping leg kick but Harris manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Harris swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Handle is looking to clinch.
Harris looks to score with a jab to the body but Handle is just out of range.
Harris showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Handle.
Nice jab there from Harris. #T3#
Harris keeps the fight on the outside.
Donk. Harris catches Handle right on the button with a cross.
Harris closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Harris lands a jab to Handle's midsection.
A big left from Handle misses.
Harris scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Harris connects with a leg kick. Handle looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
A low kick from Handle is predictable there
and Harris connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Harris looks to land a combination. Handle sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Harris misses with a looping left.
Baby Boy Harris is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Harris lands a right hook to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Harris checks a leg kick.
Harris fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Handle manages to avoid it.
Harris takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Harris lets loose with a powerful body kick. Handle will feel that in the morning.
Harris's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#T4#
Harris defending well as Handle loads up on a big left hand.
Handle misses with a hook.
Handle blocks a head kick by Harris.
Harris throws a combination that misses
and Handle counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Handle tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Max Handle has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Harris lands with an uppercut that bounces Handle off the cage and back into range.
Handle throws a hook but Harris avoids it easily.
Harris throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Handle.
Harris buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Handle shoots in and drives through. Harris sprawls well.
Harris takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Harris has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Harris there as he acknowledges the shot.
Handle connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Harris misses with a hook to the body
and Handle cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Handle turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
Baby Boy Harris comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Harris winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 27:30
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Baby Boy Harris!
An out of breath Baby Boy Harris 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:
CEFC Fight Night 144
Date: Dec 26, 2018 |
#R1#
A chopping leg kick lands by Handle.
Nazarov throws a hook but Handle avoids it easily.
Handle throws a jab but it's blocked by Nazarov.
Handle swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Nazarov.#TD2#
Handle feints and as Nazarov raises his hands in defense, Handle changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Nazarov trying to control the position here.
Handle trying to control but Nazarov is working from the bottom.
Handle must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Nazarov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Handle accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
My spies in Death Valley Training Facility inform me that Handle has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nazarov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Nazarov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Handle working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Nazarov trying to keep a closed guard but Handle is proving a slippery customer.
#T1#
Handle missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Nazarov 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#
Nazarov isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Handle stacks Nazarov on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Handle!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The ground and pound from Handle seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Handle creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Handle in side control, throwing shots but Nazarov defends.
Handle tries to move to mount but Nazarov blocks the move with his legs.
Nazarov gets back to half guard.#T2#
Handle sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Nazarov defending well though.
Handle thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Nazarov's head.
Handle sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Nazarov defending well though.
Handle sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Nazarov defending well though.
Nazarov is looking to improve his position.
Nazarov is trying to control but can't.
Handle takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Handle seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Nazarov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Nazarov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Nazarov.
Handle controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Nazarov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Handle. #T3#
Nazarov looking for a sweep. Not yet Nazarov, not yet.
Handle is pushing down on Nazarov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Nazarov is fighting to maintain full guard but Handle has managed to sneak the leg through.
Nazarov trying to control here.
Handle with the ground and pound but Nazarov uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Nazarov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Nazarov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Nazarov trying to control the position here.
Handle lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Nazarov tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T4#
Handle landing some decent shots from guard.
Nazarov will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Handle trying to control but Nazarov is working from the bottom.
Handle throwing strikes but missing.
Nazarov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Handle throwing strikes but missing.
Handle wants to control from the top but Nazarov keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Handle doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Nazarov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Handle scores with a jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Max Handle dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
A jab from Nazarov misses.
Handle swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Handle throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Handle bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A good leg kick by Handle.
Nazarov throws an off balance right hand
and Handle cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Handle lands a head shot.
Good standup being displayed there by Nazarov as he connects with a hook.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Nazarov enables Handle to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Nazarov manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Nazarov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Handle is one step ahead there.
Nazarov looking to control.
Handle throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T1#
Handle throws a strike but Nazarov rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Handle is pulling down on Nazarov's head. It's preventing any offense from Nazarov, at least for the moment.
Handle has momentary wrist control but Nazarov slips an elbow through the middle.
Nazarov distracts Handle with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Nazarov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Nazarov is looking to work some ground and pound but Handle has wrist control.
Max Handle has got the better of the ground game so far.
Handle working a defensive guard but Nazarov manages to pass into side control anyway.
Nazarov misses with the ground and pound.
Handle is looking for a sweep.
Handle struggling a bit here.
Nazarov controls the position from side control.#T2#
Handle on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Nazarov lands some shots froms side control.
Nazarov landing a few strikes.
Handle manages to get back to half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Handle manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Nazarov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Handle keeping moving, preventing Nazarov from controlling successfully.
Nazarov scoring with punches to the head and body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Handle is trying to keep Nazarov in close.
#T3##SUB2#
Handle has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Nazarov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Nazarov throwing strikes but missing.
Handle is adopting a defensive guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Nazarov's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Nazarov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Handle is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Handle is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Nazarov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Handle utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Nazarov working some strikes from top position.
Nazarov trying to control but Handle is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Handle is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Nazarov is aware though and is defending well.
Nazarov content to stall in guard here.
Handle wants to sweep but no luck.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Handle keeps trying to improve his position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Handle shoots for a double leg takedown but Nazarov sprawls well. He's pushed Handle's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vadim Nazarov dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Nazarov misses with a straight right.
Handle throws a lazy body kick
and Nazarov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Handle lands a jab.
Nazarov swings away with a body shot that misses
and Handle counters with an outside leg kick.
Handle moves in looking to clinch but Nazarov pushes him off.
Nazarov is looking to counter punch.
Handle tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD#
and Nazarov counters with a shoot takedown. Handle fights it but they end up in guard.
Nazarov working some strikes from top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nazarov throws a big right hand that misses.
Handle is trying to hold Nazarov in close to prevent damage but Nazarov has managed to pass into half guard.
Handle gets full guard.#T1#
Nazarov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Nazarov lands a couple of elbows.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Nazarov's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Nazarov has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Nazarov looking to sit in guard and control but Handle gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Handle throwing strikes from guard but Nazarov blocks nicely.
Nazarov controlling the position.#SUB2#
Handle is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Nazarov is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Nazarov has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Nazarov trying to control the position from guard on top but Handle is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Nazarov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Nazarov is looking to work some ground and pound but Handle has wrist control.
Handle tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Nazarov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Nazarov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Nazarov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Nazarov throws a big elbow that misses.
Nazarov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Handle works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T3#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Nazarov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Handle preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Handle pulls Nazarov in to control the position.
Handle utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Nazarov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Handle avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Nazarov looking to pass the guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Max Handle seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Handle tries to land a body kick
and Nazarov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nazarov misses with a hook
and Handle counters with a nice low kick that buckles Nazarov's knee momentarily.
Handle throws a head kick that misses
and Handle takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Handle misses with the body kick#TD#
and Nazarov decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Handle's guard.
Handle is pulling down on Nazarov's head to control his posture. #T4#
Nazarov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#ROC#
Handle is rocked!
Nazarov throwing strikes from guard but Handle blocks nicely.
Handle preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Nazarov trying to control but Handle is working from the bottom.
Nazarov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Nazarov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Nazarov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Handle pulls Nazarov in close to prevent any damage.
Nazarov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vadim Nazarov showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Nazarov has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge William Peck scores the fight 29:28
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 29:28
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vadim Nazarov!
A victorious Vadim Nazarov 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:
CEFC Live 68
Date: Dec 05, 2018 |
#R1#
Frost throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Frost pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Frost throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Handle fires out a quick counter leg kick but Frost just manages to avoid it.
Frost throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Handle sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A swing and a miss from Frost.#TD2#
Frost looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Handle works his way to full guard. Good work.
Frost trying to control the position from guard on top but Handle is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Frost trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Handle keeping moving, preventing Frost from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Frost preventing the sweep.
Frost tries to free his leg and advance position but Handle is retaining full guard.
Frost wants to control from the top but Handle keeps moving.
Frost preventing the sweep. #T1#
Frost trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Handle manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
Handle missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Frost bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Handle's guard. #REVB#
Frost trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Frost stays in close to Handle's body and controls the position.
Frost stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Handle swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Handle working a defensive guard here.
Frost showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Frost prevents Handle from getting back to his feet. #T2#
Frost tries to free his leg and advance position but Handle is retaining full guard.
Handle keeping moving, preventing Frost from controlling successfully.
Frost stands and throws Handle's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Frost controls the position. #SUB2#
Frost is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Handle knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Handle can't do much from the bottom here.
Handle is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Handle is looking to regain half guard here but Frost keeps moving and retains side control. #T3#
Frost is looking to take a break and control but Handle is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Frost is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Handle has escaped the position, nice work there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Frost is trying to get an arm triangle but Handle is defending well. #SUB2#
Frost goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Handle rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Frost's guard! Nice work there by Handle!
Frost is trying to keep Handle in close.
#T4#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Handle accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Frost bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Handle's guard. #REVB#
Handle keeping moving, preventing Frost from controlling successfully.
Handle can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Frost controls the pace.
Handle has his hands on Frost's head, controlling the position.
Handle is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Handle thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Olaf Frost dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Frost needs to keep his hands up - Handle had a free shot at his head there.
Frost throws a predictable looking body shot
and Handle finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Handle keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Frost.
Frost throws a low kick but Handle moves out of range easily.
Frost with a poor takedown
and Handle cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Frost connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Handle's hands.
Frost throws a solid leg kick but Handle takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Frost.
Handle ducks under a wild hook from Frost.
Handle moves out of range of the strikes.
Handle shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Frost sprawls well. Frost wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Handle gets slowly back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A chopping leg kick lands by Frost.
Nice sprawl there from Handle as Frost shoots in.
Nice body punch from Frost. #T1#
Handle uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Frost.
Handle ducks under a wild hook from Frost.
Frost throws the left hand but Handle avoids the punch easily.
Frost shoots in and drives through. Handle sprawls well.
Max Handle has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Olaf Frost.
Frost fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Handle manages to avoid it.
Handle tests Frost's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Frost misses the shot to the body.
Frost has a takedown stuffed.
Handle takes a swing at Frost's ribcage but misses.
A solid leg kick lands there for Handle.
Frost misses with a takedown
and Handle cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Handle throws a shot from downtown. Frost moves away and avoids it.
Handle shoots in but Frost avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Handle looks to land a body kick but Frost moved away.
We've been told by Handle's head coaches at Death Valley Training Facility that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#T2#
Frost throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Handle sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Frost throws a body shot but no joy.
Frost throws a leg kick that misses.
Handle takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#TD#
Handle shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Frost is trying to defend but Handle finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Frost blocking the ground and pound attempt from Handle. #SUB#
Handle 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.
Frost wants to control but Handle is keeping busy.
Handle is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T3#
Frost wants to control but Handle is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Frost looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Frost trying to control from the bottom.
Handle is trying to control the action in half guard but Frost is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Handle is controlling the pace.
Frost trying to control but Handle postures up.
Frost gets back to full guard.
Frost wants to sweep but no luck. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Handle working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Max Handle overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Handle lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB2#
Frost working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Handle doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Handle manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Handle throws a big right hand that misses.
Handle trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Frost is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Frost is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Frost's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Frost trying to control but Handle is working from the bottom.
Handle might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Handle looking to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Max Handle will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Frost tries to sprawl but Handle drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Frost is trying to control but can't.
Handle not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Frost trying to control from the bottom.
Frost is pressing down on Handle's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Handle has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Frost looking to hit a scissor sweep but Handle is one step ahead there.
Handle trying to control the position from guard on top but Frost is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Frost is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Frost wants to hit a switch here but Handle passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Frost there!
Frost regains half guard.#T1#
The fighters are battling for position here. Frost manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Frost pushes a forearm under Handle's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Handle is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Olaf Frost!
Olaf Frost was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
CEFC 318
Date: Nov 17, 2018 |
#R1#
Handle keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Colt misses with a series of wild punches.
Handle uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Colt.
Colt slips under a jab from Handle.
We've been hearing reports that Colt has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Colt throws a wild body kick that Handle sees coming a mile off.
Colt on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Colt moves out of range of the leg kick from Handle.
Colt moves out of range of the leg kick from Handle.
Colt fakes the leg kick and cracks Handle in the body.
Colt throws a jab but it's blocked by Handle.
Colt takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Colt throws a body shot but no joy.
Handle looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Brian Colt seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Colt scores with a nice head shot.
Handle takes one on the button.
Colt throws a body punch but Handle moves out of range.
Handle fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T1#
Handle lands a leg kick that knocks Colt off balance momentarily.
Colt throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Colt throws a body kick that misses
and Handle counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Colt scores with the left hand. Handle knows he should have avoided that one.
The fighters circling - Colt throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Colt gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Handle will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Handle blocks a jab.
Colt on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Colt lands a really nice looking cross but Handle seems unphased.
Handle 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.
Handle tries to clinch but Colt moves out of range.
Colt thuds his right hand into Handle's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Handle walks into a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Left hook, right uppercut from Colt.
Colt works the jab nicely.
Colt stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Handle.#T2#
Colt checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Handle thows a leg kick but Colt checks it
and Colt cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Colt is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Colt uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Handle throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Colt bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Handle's head backwards.#ROC#
Handle is rocked!
Colt connects with an inside leg kick.
A jab from Handle does it's job there.
Handle throws a leg kick which misses Colt's front leg but catches the back leg as Colt tries to avoid it.
Handle shoots in for a takedown but Colt shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
A punch lands to the side of Colt 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Handle misses with an uppercut.
Handle throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Colt is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Some wild striking there from Colt.
Colt will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Colt is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Colt misses with a body punch
letting Handle counter with a right hand. #T3#
Colt throws a hook to the side of Handle's head but Handle sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Colt goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Colt throws a head kick but Handle moves out of range.
Handle throws a leg kick but Colt moved away.
Colt checks a leg kick nicely.
Handle getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Handle thumps Colt with a low kick.
Colt displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Handle throws out the jab. #CL2#
Handle pushes Colt up against the cage in a clinch.
Colt tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Colt tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Handle.
Colt tries to land a knee to the head but Handle blocks with his arms.
Colt misses with a punch to the body.
Handle lands a knee to the body.
Still in the clinch, Colt scores with a nice short uppercut.#T4#
Colt goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#BC2#
Handle's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Colt shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
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!
Colt uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Handle.
Brian Colt is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Colt cracks a nice hook into Handle's ribs.
Colt misses with an attempted mid kick.
Colt shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A big left from Colt misses.
Handle lands an overhand right.
Handle turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Colt scores with a decent looking hook.
Colt bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Handle's head backwards.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A shot to the body from Colt misses
and Handle counters with a series of strikes that really hurt Colt! The ref looks into his eyes and sees nobody home - he's called the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Max Handle!
A very excited looking Max Handle made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
CEFC 313
Date: Oct 27, 2018 |
#R1#
Rutherford tries to work over Handle's front leg with a kick but Handle checks it.
Rutherford shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #TD2#
Handle shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Rutherford is trying to defend but Handle finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#ES#
Rutherford pushes Handle off and gets back to his feet.
Handle avoids a kick to the body.
#KD#
Rutherford lands a big head kick that sends Handle tumbling to the mat! Rutherford takes a step backwards and waves Handle back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
Handle is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rutherford chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Handle can pounce on him.
Handle is still on wobbly legs! Can Rutherford finish him?
Handle throws the kick towards the body but Rutherford avoids it.
Handle seems to have recovered his senses.
Thomas Rutherford seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rutherford swinging wildly here.
Rutherford on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Handle. Handle obviously looking to wear him down.
Handle dives in for a single leg takedown but Rutherford sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#TD2#
Handle manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Rutherford on his heels. He'll look to pass Rutherford's guard now, I'm sure.
Handle working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T1#
Handle stopping the sweep attempt from Rutherford.#ES#
Rutherford pushes Handle off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Rutherford misses with a wild combination.
Handle shoots for a takedown but Rutherford saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Handle has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Rutherford.
Rutherford shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Rutherford throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Rutherford throws a leg kick but Handle checks it.
Handle shoots in but Rutherford avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Thomas Rutherford has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Max Handle.
Rutherford throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Rutherford lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Handle backs up against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rutherford throws a half hearted mid kick.
It seemed like Handle was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T2#
Handle attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Handle throws a head kick that misses.
Handle is sent reeling backwards by a solid uppercut. He barely regains his balance and Rutherford moves in for the kill throwing a continuous barrage of punches that force the ref to step in.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Thomas Rutherford!
An out of breath and clearly excited Thomas Rutherford thanked Riner Clothing and Laundry (85%) for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
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Event:
CEFC 309
Date: Oct 06, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
Tamatso shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Handle napping and manages to drive through into side control!#ES#
Handle throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
A punch combination from Tamatso misses.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Tamatso is defended easily by Handle.#TD#
Tamatso gets caught flat footed, as Handle shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Handle wants to stand and escape but instead Tamatso has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB##SUB2#
Tamatso drops back, looking for a kneebar! Handle looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Handle looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Handle! #REVR#
Handle landing a few strikes.
Handle works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.#T1#
Handle landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Handle working away.
Handle trying to control the action but Tamatso is working from the bottom.
Tamatso tries to improve position but can't.
Tamatso is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Handle scoring with punches from side control.
Handle landing a few strikes.
Handle lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Tamatso down.
#ROC#
Tamatso is rocked!
Handle scores with a big shot from side control... and another... and another! Oh Tamatso is done here - save him referee! More strikes land and eventually the ref does step in and Handle can finally stop beating on his defenseless opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Max Handle!
An out of breath Max Handle 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:
DFN#53 Noye vs Laiho
Date: Sep 08, 2018 |
#R1#
Handle misses with a head kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Handle looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kok throws a nice inside leg kick.
Chew Kok seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Handle clinches up with Kok and pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Kok pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kok throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kok swings for the body but Handle moves out of range.
Handle cracks the inside of Kok's front leg.
Handle 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.
Kok slips a straight right by Handle.
Kok has been working on his boxing with his coaches at BIGISLAND BIGGUNS WARRIOR TRAINING in the buildup to the fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kok just misses with a punch to the body.
Kok ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Handle moves away.
Handle throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kok.
Handle moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Handle takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T1#
Nice sprawl there from Kok as Handle shoots in.
Handle tries to clinch up.
Kok throws a series of punches but Handle avoids them all with ease.
Kok avoids a kick to the body.
Kok swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Handle on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#CL2#
Handle closes the distance and clinches.#BC#
Kok escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Handle blocks a head kick by Kok.
Handle misses with a series of wild punches.
Handle fails in his attempt to clinch.
Handle keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kok throws a body kick that misses.
Handle uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kok.#CL2#
Handle rushes Kok and presses him up against the cage.#T2#
Kok tries to break the clinch but Handle is controlling the position.
Handle stalling the fight.
#BC#
Kok manages to break the clinch.
Handle avoids the head kick by Kok.
Chew Kok is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A big left from Handle misses.
Kok was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kok throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kok is looking to wear down Handle with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Handle keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kok.
Handle tries to clinch up but Kok circles away and keeps his distance.
Kok throws a head kick that misses.
Kok lands a leg kick that knocks Handle off balance momentarily.
Kok throws a body kick that misses
and Handle counters with a leg kick.
A slow jab from Kok misses its intended target. #TD2#
Kok gets caught flat footed, as Handle shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Handle is looking to work some ground and pound but Kok has wrist control.
Kok 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.#T3#
Kok avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Handle postures up in Kok's guard and throws a big left but Kok blocks it.
Handle loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Handle trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Handle has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Handle trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Handle stopping the sweep attempt from Kok.
Kok will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Kok is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Handle pushing down on Kok's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Kok has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Handle is working away from the top position though.
Handle sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Kok defending well though. #T4#
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.
Handle not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Kok tries to roll over but Handle keeps him under control.
Handle is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Handle slips a nice elbow through Kok's hands, connecting with Kok's forehead.
Handle not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Handle missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Handle thows a huge punch but Kok dodges it nicely.
Handle is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Kok tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Handle has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Kok tries to reverse the position but Handle maintains control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Max Handle will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Handle is looking to clinch.
Handle uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kok.
Kok throws a sloppy head kick
and Handle counters with a stiff right hand.
Handle throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#CL2#
Handle pushes Kok up against the cage in a clinch.
Handle scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kok tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Handle manages to break the clinch.
Kok lands the left hand.
Kok throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kok throws a lazy right hand but Handle sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Handle lands a leg kick that knocks Kok off balance momentarily.
Kok scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kok throws a front kick aimed at Handle's knee but Handle avoids it well. #CL2#
Handle has managed to clinch.
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!
Kok tries to break the clinch but Handle is controlling the position. #T1#
Handle using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Handle swings wildly with an uppercut but Kok uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kok wants to break free but Handle has control.
Kok tries to circle away but Handle has him pinned against the cage.
Handle blocking some punches.
Kok is trying to stall.
Kok is trying to force a seperation but Handle has the dominant position.
Kok wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Handle has him pressed against the cage.
Kok wants to break the clinch but can't.
Kok is trying to break the clinch but Handle has him pressed against the cage.
A right hand to the body from Handle.
Kok wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
A short body shot lands from Handle as the two fighters clinch.
Kok scores with a shoulder strike.
Handle lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T2#
Kok working hard to break the clinch.
Kok lands a shoulder strike.
Kok lands a left hand that snaps the head of Handle backwards. #BC#
Kok escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kok lands a glancing blow to the side of Handle's head.
The fighters circling - Kok throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kok keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Kok misses with a hook
and Handle counters with a nice uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Handle shoots for a double leg takedown but Kok sprawls well. He's pushed Handle's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Handle uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kok.
Handle avoids the head kick by Kok.
Handle throws a leg kick
and Kok connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kok.
Handle looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
#T3##CL2#
Handle forces Kok back against the cage and clinches.
Handle crunches a lovely knee into Kok's ribcage.
Handle lands an uppercut.
Kok working hard to break the clinch.
Kok is pressed up against the cage. Handle has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Kok down to the mat. Kok avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Chew Kok has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Max Handle.
Good standup being displayed there by Kok as he connects with a hook.
Kok lands with a kick to the temple. Handle shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Kok tries a low kick but Handle avoids it.
Handle connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kok tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Handle was well out of range. Poor timing from Kok.
Kok throws a nice head kick!
#CL2#
Kok gets tackled into the cage by Handle. Handle maintains the clinch.
Kok is trying to push Handle away but Handle has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Kok is trying to push Handle away but Handle has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#T4#
Kok is trying to stall.
Kok working aggressively here.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Handle. #BC#
Kok breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kok.
Kok misses with a right hand #TD2#
and Handle counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Handle stopping the sweep attempt from Kok.
Handle throws a big right hand that misses.
Handle advances position into side control!
Kok on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Handle misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
#SUB2#
Handle is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Kok is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Kok sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Max Handle will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Handle scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Handle not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Kok is looking to control Handle's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kok avoid being mounted?
Handle takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Kok blocking the ground and pound attempt from Handle.
Kok blocking the ground and pound attempt from Handle.
Handle is looking to take a break and control but Kok is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Handle missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Handle thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Kok's head.
Handle sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Kok defending well though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Handle thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Kok manages to get to full guard.
#T1#
Kok keeping moving, preventing Handle from controlling successfully.
Handle chips away with some ground and pound.
Handle cracks Kok with a solid left hand.
Handle postures up in Kok's guard and throws a big left but Kok blocks it.
Handle preventing the sweep.
Handle postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Handle preventing the sweep.
Handle postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Handle throws a big right hand that misses.
Handle landing with the ground and pound.
Chew Kok has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Kok avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kok holds on and takes a little breather.
Handle distracts Kok with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Kok looking to control.
Handle working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Handle uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kok.
Kok loads up on a big right hand but Handle slips the punch.
Handle tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kok misses with an uppercut. Handle saw that one coming.
Kok swats away the attempt to clinch by Handle.
Kok was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
An inside leg kick lands from Handle. #T3##TD2#
Handle scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#ES#
Kok bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Handle lands with an uppercut that bounces Kok off the cage and back into range.
Kok connects with a good right hand that stumbles Handle. Handle circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Chew Kok is winning the standup battle so far.
Kok thows a leg kick but Handle checks it
and Handle makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Kok swats away the attempt to clinch by Handle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kok throws a lazy right hand but Handle sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Handle fails in his attempt to clinch.
Handle tries for a takedown but Kok sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Handle slips under a jab.#T4#
Handle shoots in for a takedown but Kok shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Handle wants to clinch.
Max Handle is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Kok throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Handle counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kok walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Handle checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Handle shoots for a takedown but Kok saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Kok misses the target.
Chew Kok has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Max Handle.
Kok misses with the body kick
and Handle counters with an outside leg kick.
Handle throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kok throws an off balance right hand
and Handle counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kok uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Kok throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Handle sees it coming and avoids it easily.#TD2#
Handle shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Kok napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Kok tries to strike from the bottom but misses.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Max Handle.
I've got Handle winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 27:30
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 29:29
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 29:29
The fight is ruled a majority draw!
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Event:
DUEL#172 Andersson vs Laiho
Date: Aug 04, 2018 |
#R1#
Haack feints and then cracks Handle's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Handle down.
Haack finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Haack chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Handle misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Haack connects with a body shot.
Handle thumps Haack with a low kick.
Handle has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Death Valley Training Facility in the buildup to the fight.
Haack scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Haack punishes Handle's body with a nice straight punch.
Handle shoots in for a takedown but Haack shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Haack looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Haack pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Haack, right into the meat.
Haack tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Handle was well out of range. Poor timing from Haack.
Handle avoids the head kick by Haack.
We've been informed that Haack 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.#T1#
Handle is trying hard to land a takedown here. Haack sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Max Handle. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Handle closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Haack to the mat! Haack manages to get full guard.
Handle trying to control the position from guard on top but Haack is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Haack looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #ES2#
Haack wriggles free and stands up.
Haack lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Haack tries to score with a low kick but Handle moves his leg out of the way.
Handle goes for a double leg but Haack avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Haack continues to drive forward.
Haack connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Handle momentarily.
#T2#
Haack throws a head kick that misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Haack throws a right hand that Handle ducks under and follows up with a left that Handle also avoids with ease.
Haack is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
A chopping leg kick lands by Haack.
Haack plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Handle misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Handle is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Haack.#ROC2#
Handle is rocked!
Haack throws out a leg kick but Handle moves out of range and Haack only half commits.
Haack slaps away a takedown attempt from Handle, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Haack throws a sloppy head kick and Handle moves out of range easily.
An inside leg kick lands from Haack.
Haack buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
#T3#
Haack connects with a high kick.
Haack looks to land a body kick but Handle moved away.
Haack looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Handle on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Haack. Haack obviously looking to wear him down.
Handle blocks a leg kick.
It looked like Handle was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Haack is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Handle closes the distance and clinches up with Haack, looking for a takedown. Handle pushes Haack against the cage but Haack circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
A head kick from Haack lands but Handle takes it in his stride.
Nice body punch from Haack.
Haack throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
The fighters circling - Haack throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Handle feinted with a counter takedown.#KD2#
Haack lands a big head kick that sends Handle tumbling to the mat! Haack takes a step backwards and waves Handle back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Oh Handle is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Handle takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Handle on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
#T4#
Haack scores with a head kick.
No joy there for Handle, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Haack lands a brutal uppercut that launches Handle off his feet! Handle tumbles to the floor, barely conscious - the referee jumps in to save him from a beating! Wow, what an ending!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Andre Haack!
An out of breath Andre Haack 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:
DUEL#167 Vee vs Napolean
Date: Jul 07, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Army enables Handle to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Army manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Army avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Army preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Handle postures up in Army's guard and throws a big left but Army blocks it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#ES#
Army has his feet on Handle's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Handle looks to clinch
and Army counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Army leaves Handle with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Handle 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.#CL#
Handle gets tackled into the cage by Army. Army maintains the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Army tries to break free but Handle pushes him back against the cage.
Handle tries to score a body lock takedown but Army shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Army can't break the clinch.
Army wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Handle has him pressed against the cage.#T1#
Army is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Dick Army has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Max Handle.
Handle takes a shot to the head. #BC#
Army breaks the clinch.
Handle has his takedown stuffed
and Army counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL#
Army moves into the clinch.
Army tries to circle away but Handle has him pinned against the cage.#BC#
Army breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Army moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Army getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#ROC#
Handle is rocked!
Handle looks up at the clock. Bad move! Army lands a right hand from hell, dropping Handle. Army pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dick Army!
Dick Army took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview.
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Event:
DUEL#162 Hoffman vs Munson
Date: Jun 16, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
Handle gets a double leg takedown into Potter's guard.
Potter has Handle pulled in close to control his posture.
Handle postures up and lands a big shot to Potter's brow. #SUB#
Handle stands up over his opponent, looking to dive in with a big punch. Here he comes, superman style! Oh, the punch misses and Potter has got him in a triangle choke for good measure! Oh no! Handle manages to get his head free but now Potter has transitioned to an armbar! Handle grimaces and is forced to tap! Beautiful Jiu Jitsu from Potter! I'd be surprised if that didn't end up as submission of the night!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Alexander Potter!
A victorious Alexander Potter 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:
DUEL#159 Muller vs Furia
Date: Jun 02, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
Handle looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Kamenov!
Handle working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
#CUT#
It looks like Grisha Kamenov has been cut.
Handle looks up at the clock and then as Kamenov takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Handle smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Kamenov is looking to regain half guard here but Handle keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB#
Handle is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Kamenov has escaped the position, nice work there.
Handle tries to score with some ground and pound. Kamenov controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Kamenov defending against the ground and pound.
Kamenov is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Handle off and has taken his back!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Kamenov looking for the choke from the back.
Kamenov is not going to allow Handle to sit and survive in this position. #SUB2#
Handle defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
#SUB2#
Handle preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Kamenov.
We've been hearing good reports from Handle'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.#T1##SUB2#
Kamenov patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#SUB2#
Handle preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Kamenov.
Handle is in bad spot here.
#SUB2#
Handle is in a bad position with Kamenov working for a choke. Handle manages to spin nicely into guard and the danger is over for the moment.
Kamenov looking to control.
#SUB2#
Kamenov working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Handle has passed into half guard!
#SUB2#
Kamenov actively working from the bottom here.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Handle throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Kamenov is trying to control but can't.
Kamenov has hold of Handle's hands but Handle slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#CUT#
That has opened up Grisha Kamenov's cut even more.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Grisha Kamenov's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Max Handle!
Max Handle 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:
DUEL#153 Sigit vs Halo
Date: May 12, 2018 |
#R1#
Jenova throws a nice outside leg kick. #KD#
Jenova knocks Handle to the floor with a head kick! Can he finish him!?#CUT#
It looks like Max Handle has been cut.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The ground and pound from Jenova seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Jenova lands some shots froms side control.#ROC#
Handle is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Handle regains half guard, as Jenova was trying to land strikes.
Jenova looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Jenova lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Jenova prevents Handle from improving his position.
We've been hearing that Jenova has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Jenova throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Jenova sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Jenova thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Handle's head. #T1#
Jenova working the head and body with strikes.
Jenova working the head and body with strikes.
Handle trying to control from the bottom.
Handle is not content to let Jenova control the position.
Jenova wants to pass the guard but Handle is defending well.
Still in half guard, Jenova seems content to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jenova looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Jenova 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.
Handle wants to get back to full guard.
Jenova wants to lay and pray for a moment but Handle keeps working. #T2#
Handle keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Jenova is taking a breather. Handle says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Jenova thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Handle's head.
Jenova is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Jenova thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Handle's head.
Jenova is trying to control the action in half guard but Handle is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Handle on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Jenova thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Jenova in particular looking to stall.#T3#
Handle has hold of Jenova's hands but Jenova slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Jenova seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Jenova wants to free his trapped foot but Handle is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Jenova not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Jenova is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Handle is looking to improve his position.
Handle is looking to control Jenova's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Handle avoid being mounted?
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Jenova in particular looking to stall.
Jenova takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T4#
Jenova lands strikes from half guard.
Well, if Jenova is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Handle is not content to let Jenova control the position.
Jenova slips a nice elbow through Handle's hands, connecting with Handle's forehead.
Jenova has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Jenova perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Handle is trying to control but can't.
Jenova thows a huge punch but Handle dodges it nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kenith Jenova dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Max Handle's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Handle staying out of range there.
Max Handle is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Handle tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Jenova swivels and escapes.
Handle fails with the takedown
and Jenova counters with a nice body shot.
Jenova looks to score with a jab to the body but Handle is just out of range.
Handle tries to counter with a clinch but Jenova shakes him off and moves away.
Jenova throws a front kick aimed at Handle's knee but Handle avoids it well.
Jenova keeps Handle at a distance using the push kick. #TD2#
Jenova gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Handle to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Handle throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Jenova works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Handle preventing the sweep.
Handle makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Jenova will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Jenova looking to control.
Handle is looking to work some ground and pound but Jenova has wrist control.#T1#
Handle won't allow Jenova to sweep him here.
Handle distracts Jenova with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Jenova looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Handle wants to control from the top but Jenova keeps moving.
Kenith Jenova overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Jenova preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Handle throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Jenova works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Handle throws an elbow that misses. Jenova uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Handle's guard. Nice move by Jenova!#REVR#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Jenova's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Jenova wants to control from the top but Handle keeps moving.
Jenova cracks Handle with a solid left hand.#T2#
Jenova postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Handle is still in real trouble! Can Jenova finish him?
Jenova arches his back and unloads with a massive left and a right! Handle's eyes roll back into his head, he's out cold! The ref dives in to stop the fight - wow, they were hard shots!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:25 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Kenith Jenova!
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Event:
DUEL#147 Vee vs Crushman
Date: Apr 21, 2018 |
#R1#
A head kick misses from Haack.
Handle avoids the head kick by Haack.
#CL#
Handle gets a clinch.
Handle is trying to maintain a safe position but Haack gets an underhook and turns Handle into the cage.
Haack lands a right hand that snaps the head of Handle backwards.
We've been informed that Haack has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
A short uppercut from Haack. #BC2#
Haack breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Handle tries to score a power double leg takedown but Haack sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Handle somewhat.
Haack only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Handle shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Haack as he avoids it easily.
Handle throws an overhand right that lands on Haack's shoulder, as Haack tries to avoid the shot.
Andre Haack seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Handle throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Haack.
Haack cracks Handle with a good jab.
Handle has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Death Valley Training Facility in the buildup to the fight.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Haack. Handle shrugs it off though.
Haack lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Haack feints and then cracks Handle's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Handle down.
A nice inside leg kick there by Haack. That's going to slow Handle down. #T1#
Handle tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Haack counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Haack fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Handle fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Haack scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Nice jab there from Haack.
Handle misses with a takedown attempt - Haack sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Max Handle. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Handle jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Handle has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Haack.
Handle throws a nice looking combination but Haack bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Handle misses with the combination.
Haack keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Handle throws a series of punches but Haack avoids them all with ease. #T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Haack goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Haack fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Haack tests Handle's chin there with a solid looking shot.#ROC2#
Handle is rocked!
Haack plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Oh Handle is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Haack lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Handle falls backwards - clearly groggy! Haack dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Andre Haack!
During a confident post fight interview, Andre Haack thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
DUEL#137 Champion vs Champion
Date: Mar 17, 2018 |
#R1#
Handle closes the distance looking to clinch
enabling Shankoli to counter with a crisp jab.
A head kick misses from Shankoli.
Handle throws a lazy head kick
and Shankoli counters with a left and a right... and another left... and another!! That last one turned off the lights! Handle has no idea who he is and is as he gazes up at the spotlights. Brutal knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Ravi Shankoli!
An intense looking Ravi Shankoli took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'His spirit was strong, but my intention was to crush him. Psychologically, as well as physically with my boxing. I knew that he would be a willing opponent, and he showed heart, but my soul wanted this more! I feel strongly against animal violence, but in this case taking the hammer to the panda wa'.
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Event:
DFN#31 Hauser vs Vee
Date: Feb 17, 2018 |
#R1##CL#
Handle gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Grimes manages to break the clinch.
Grimes showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Handle.
Grimes walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CUT#
It looks like Brian Grimes has been cut.
Handle throws a hook but Grimes blocks it.
Handle takes one to the chin there.
Handle throws a right hand that Grimes ducks under and follows up with a left that Grimes also avoids with ease.
Grimes misses with an uppercut.
Handle jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Grimes walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
A telegraphed right hand from Handle misses the target.
Handle throws an off balance right hand
enabling Grimes to counter with a crisp jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Grimes catches Handle with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Handle tries to bum rush Grimes with a series of wild strikes but Grimes uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Grimes showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Handle.
Grimes misses the jab.
Grimes throws a hook to the side of Handle's head but Handle sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1#
Handle takes one on the button.
Handle rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Grimes moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Handle scores with a jab to the head.
Handle misses with a straight right.
We've been told by Handle's head coaches at Death Valley Training Facility that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
A jab from Handle does it's job there.
Handle throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
As Handle backs off Grimes throws a huge counter combo but Handle manages to avoid it all.
Grimes gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#ROC#
Grimes is rocked!
Handle is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Handle ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Handle misses with a hook. Grimes ducked under it nicely.
Handle gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Handle staying out of range there.
Handle swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Grimes counters with a stiff right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Handle clinches up against the cage.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Handle just misses with a elbow thrown towards Grimes's brow.
Handle is pushing Grimes up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. #BC2#
Grimes manages to break the clinch.
Grimes has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Handle throws a hook to the side of Grimes's head but Grimes sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T2#
Grimes moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Handle uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Grimes.
Handle misses with a double jab
and Grimes counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Grimes takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Handle misses with a two punch combination.
Handle looks to land a left hand but Grimes moved out of range nicely.
Grimes moves out of range of the strikes.
Grimes swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Handle.#ROC2#
Handle is rocked!
Handle throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Grimes counters with a beautiful right hand that knocks Handle out cold! What a finish! Grimes is going crazy, running around the mat, summersaulting off the corner posts and screaming into the cameras. Something tells me he's pretty happy!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Brian Grimes!
A very excited looking Brian Grimes made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
DUEL#126 Vee vs Proctor
Date: Jan 27, 2018 |
#R1#
Handle swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
It looked like Parker was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Parker tries to clinch up.
Parker connects with a crisp jab.
Parker moves in looking to clinch but Handle pushes him off.
Handle slips a jab from Parker.
Handle throws a jab but it's blocked by Parker.
Handle throws a hook but Parker avoids it easily.
Parker tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Handle manages to circle out of the way.#CL#
Handle tries to keep at a distance but Parker has taken the fight into the clinch.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Handle has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Handle lands with a light punch inside.
Handle will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Parker up against the cage.#BC2#
Handle pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Parker throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Parker swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Parker fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Handle on the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Some wild striking there from Handle.
Parker steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Handle.
Handle throws a right hand that Parker ducks under and follows up with a left that Parker also avoids with ease.
Parker is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Handle.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#T1#
Parker swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Handle.
Parker showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Handle.
Handle takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#CL#
Parker gets in close and instigates a clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Parker. #ROC#
Handle is rocked!
Parker lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Handle is still on wobbly legs! Can Parker finish him?#KD#
Parker drops Handle onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Handle is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Parker blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Handle wants to break free but Parker has control.
Parker prevents Handle from breaking the clinch.
Parker goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Handle takes a shot to the head.
Handle blocks an uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Parker.
Parker working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Parker misses with some punches.
Parker lands a body punch in the clinch.
Handle looks winded!
Parker scores with a nice hook to the head.
Handle is trying to force a seperation but Parker has the dominant position.
Parker blocks a body shot from Handle. #T2#
Parker pushes Handle back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Handle misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Parker manages to break the clinch.
Handle drops his hands for a split second and Parker immediately capitalizes on the opportunity by smashing a powerful hook into Handle face, sending his mouthguard sailing through the air, much to the delight of the crowd. Parker follows up with a right hand that knocks Handle into next week. He's out cold and this fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Peter Parker!
Peter Parker retains his middleweight title!
An out of breath and clearly excited Peter Parker thanked Red Light Coffeeshop for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
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Event:
DUEL#121 Saibot vs Ohchooto
Date: Jan 06, 2018 |
#R1#
Bradford showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Handle.
Bradford scoring well with a low kick there.
#KD2#
Handle lands a left and a right that send Bradford crashing to the mat, dazed. Handle thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!
Bradford keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Handle.
Handle misses with a lunging right hand
and Bradford counters with a one-two to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Handle misses with a hook.
Handle throws a right and a left that Bradford avoids nicely.
Bradford shoots in for a takedown but Handle shows good takedown defense.
Bradford showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Handle.
Handle thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bradford thinks about countering with a body kick.
Handle rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bradford counters with a good low kick that Handle was not able to check.
Handle throws a right and a left that Bradford avoids nicely. #T1#
Handle works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Max Handle is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bradford scores with a nice body kick.
Bradford blocks a jab.
Handle looks to land a right hand but Bradford moved out of range.
Handle has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Bradford.
Good exchange - Handle coming out on top.
Handle takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Handle throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bradford sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bradford is looking for a counter combo.#KD2#
Handle cracks Bradford with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Handle has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Bradford to stand back up!#ROC2#
Bradford is rocked!
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!
Handle lands an uppercut, right on the button! Bradford tumbles backwards into the cage, staring vacantly into space! He's got no idea where he is, who he is or what day it is... Poor guy.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Max Handle!
An out of breath Max Handle 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:
DUEL#115 Arjuna vs Jihad
Date: Dec 16, 2017 |
#R1#
Handle swings widly with a right hand
and Better counters with a good low kick that Handle was not able to check.
An inside leg kick lands from Better.
Handle misses with a two punch combination.
#CL#
Better takes the fight into the clinch.
Handle avoiding damage as Better throws knees to the body.
Better drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Better trying to control the position but instead, Handle has worked for underhooks and has pushed Better into the cage.
Handle can't break the clinch.
Handle lands an elbow inside. #CUT2#
It looks like Evan Better has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Better turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Better wants to lay and pray for a moment but Handle keeps working. #SUB#
Better is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Handle has escaped the position, nice work there. #T1##SUB#
Better is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Handle is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Check out the look on Better's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Handle takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Better tries to move to mount but Handle blocks the move with his legs.
The strikes coming from Better are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Handle tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Better wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T2#
Handle takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Handle prevents Better from improving position.
Better fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Better landing strikes.
Better lands a decent elbow from side control.
Handle struggling a bit here.
Better misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Handle avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Better.
Better is chipping away with strikes.
#T3#
Better landing strikes.
Handle struggling a bit here.
Handle is looking to regain half guard here but Better keeps moving and retains side control.
Better wants to control but Handle is keeping him busy.
Better creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Better cracks Handle with an elbow. That is naaassty.#T4##SUB#
Better is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Handle knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Handle manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Better is staying active underneath Handle, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Better is trying to maintain the position but Handle is very close to passing his half guard.
Better is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Handle not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Better is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Lovelair Muay Thai/MMA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Handle frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Handle raining down shots from the mount!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Evan Better dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Evan Better's cut.
That's time! Better's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Better lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Better slips a jab and a cross from Handle.
Better walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Handle checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Better throws a wild body kick that Handle sees coming a mile off.
Handle misses with a hook.
Handle looks to land a combination but Better avoids it well.
Handle misses with a jab, cross combination.
Better is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Handle can do to turn this around?
Better fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Handle jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Handle throws a right and a left that both miss.
Better fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Handle manages to avoid it.
Max Handle is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Handle throws a lazy uppercut
and Better connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Handle stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Better.
Better showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Handle.
Handle misses with a jab, cross combination.
#T1#
Better avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A swing and a miss from Handle.
Handle misses the jab.
Better works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#TD#
Better gets a double leg takedown into Handle's guard.
Handle pulls Better in close to his closed guard and prevents Better from doing any damage or advancing position.
Better with a flurry of punches that miss.
Better is looking to pass into half guard but Handle pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Handle is in guard.#REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Better has a closed guard, preventing Handle from standing up.
Better avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T2#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Handle's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #CUT2#
Evan Better's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Better has his hands on Handle's head, controlling the position.
Handle working some strikes from top position.#CUT2#
Jeez, Evan Better's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Evan Better's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:40 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Max Handle!
After winning the bout, Max Handle thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, Evan Better stepped up to the mic, saying 'Lucky, lucky, lucky.'.
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Event:
CEFC 185 tourney Final
Date: Nov 23, 2017 |
#R1#
Handle misses with a double jab.
Handle throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Asap bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Handle's head.
Asap misses with an uppercut. #CL2#
Handle gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Handle blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A shot in the inside from Asap.
Handle tries to break the clinch but Asap is controlling the position.
Handle wants to break the clinch but can't.
Asap misses with a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from Asap fails to land.
Asap blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Handle wants to get back to striking at distance but Asap won't allow it.
Handle wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Asap throws a head punch that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Asap effectively controlling the action here.#BC2#
Handle breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Handle tries a head kick but it misses.
Asap takes a jab right on the kisser.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Handle uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Asap.
Asap moves out of range of the strikes.#T1#
Asap lands with an overhand left.
Nice body kick from Asap.
Asap changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Asap throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Asap sets himself, and Handle steps forward looking for the clinch! Asap avoids it this time.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Asap, as that shot connected.
Asap is looking to slow Handle down with leg kicks.
Sprint Asap seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Asap ducks under a wild hook from Handle.
Handle lands a jab.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Handle drops his hands momentarily and Asap takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Handle takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
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!
Asap misses the shot to the body.
Asap is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Handle.
Handle looks to land a combination but Asap avoids it well.
Asap drops his hands momentarily and Handle takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Handle swings widly with a right hand
and Asap counters with a nice body shot.
Handle 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.
Asap misses with a hook.
Nice straight punches there by Asap. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Asap.
A swing and a miss from Handle.
Asap misses with a body shot.
Asap is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T2#
Handle takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Handle misses with a straight right.
Handle lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
No joy there for Handle, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Handle throws an overhand right that lands on Asap's shoulder, as Asap tries to avoid the shot.
We've been told by Asap's head coaches at Superior Training that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Asap ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Asap staying out of range there.
Asap lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Asap misses with an uppercut.
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Handle! Asap is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Max Handle!
An out of breath Max Handle thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
In defeat, Sprint Asap stepped up to the mic, saying 'Aw shit!'.
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Event:
CEFC 185 tourney semi finals
Date: Nov 02, 2017 |
#R1#
Fitzsimmons throws a shot to the body.
Fitzsimmons just misses with a punch to the body.
Handle takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Handle swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#CL#
Fitzsimmons has taken the fight to the clinch.
Handle blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Fitzsimmons fails to land. #BC2#
Handle breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Handle tries to clinch up but Fitzsimmons circles away and keeps his distance.
An attempted straight right counter from Fitzsimmons misses the target.
We've been told by Fitzsimmons's head coaches at Death Valley Training Facility that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Handle throws a right and a left that Fitzsimmons avoids nicely.
Handle looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Handle 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.
Fitzsimmons slips under a jab.#CL#
Fitzsimmons moves into range and clinches up with Handle.
Handle misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Fitzsimmons.
Handle blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fitzsimmons on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC2#
Handle breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Handle throws the left hand but Fitzsimmons avoids the punch easily.#CL2#
Handle rushes Fitzsimmons and presses him up against the cage.#BC2#
Handle breaks from the clinch.
Handle throws a good cross that connects.
Handle moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#T1#
Fitzsimmons gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Handle.#CUT2#
It looks like Jim Fitzsimmons has been cut.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fitzsimmons. Handle does a little dance to reset his feet.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Handle! But no joy.
Fitzsimmons thuds his right hand into Handle's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Fitzsimmons paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A jab from Handle misses.
Fitzsimmons misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Handle takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Nice cross by Handle.
Handle missing with a left hand there. Fitzsimmons was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Fitzsimmons bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Handle's head.
Handle tries to clinch but Fitzsimmons moves out of range.
A cross from Fitzsimmons lands.
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!
Fitzsimmons slips under a jab.
Handle shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #ROC#
Handle is rocked!
Fitzsimmons misses with a head kick.
The fighters circling - Fitzsimmons throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Max Handle seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Handle doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Handle takes one to the chin there.
Fitzsimmons uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Handle.#T2##KD#
Fitzsimmons cracks Handle with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Handle looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Fitzsimmons finish him?
Handle is still on wobbly legs! Can Fitzsimmons finish him?
Handle throws a lazy head kick
and Fitzsimmons rattles Handle with a well-timed uppercut counter. - Handle tries to back away and recover but his hands are down low and he gets tagged again, sending him stumbling down to the canvas. Fitzsimmons dives in after him and quickly finishes the job with a trio of brutal punches, leaving Handle stiff and motionless on the mat!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:10 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Jim Fitzsimmons!
Post fight, Jim Fitzsimmons stared into the camera and said 'A jolly good scrap, old chum! I say, will you join me for a spot of gin and tonic?'.
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Event:
CEFC 185 tourney round 1
Date: Oct 15, 2017 |
#R1#
Handle staying out of range there.
Handle scores with a nice right hand.
Handle scores with a jab to the head.
#CUT2#
It looks like Raine Lovelair has been cut.
Handle throws a good cross that connects.
Handle throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Handle lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lovelair circles away quickly and effectively.
Handle bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Handle throws a shot from downtown. Lovelair moves away and avoids it.
Handle 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.
Handle throws a shot from downtown. Lovelair moves away and avoids it.
Sloppy strikes from Handle. Those never looked like landing.
As Handle tries to get set, Lovelair tries to push him back and clinch up but Handle manages to avoid the attempt.
Lovelair swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Handle throws a series of punches but Lovelair avoids them all with ease.
Lovelair fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Handle.#CL2#
Handle moves into the clinch successfully.
Handle avoiding damage as Lovelair throws knees to the body.
A short right from Lovelair on the inside. #BC2#
Handle breaks the clinch.
Handle closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #CL#
Lovelair darts in and clinches Handle up against the cage.
Lovelair trying to land knees to the body.
#BC2#
Handle's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T1#
Lovelair throws a right hand that Handle ducks under and follows up with a left that Handle also avoids with ease.
Lovelair moves out of range as Handle strikes.
Handle misses with a two punch combination.
Handle throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#CL#
Lovelair forces Handle back against the cage and clinches.
Handle blocks an uppercut.
Lovelair has Handle pressed against the cage, preventing Handle from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Handle slows down the pace here.
Lovelair connects with a nasty looking knee right to Handle's face.
Handle takes a shot to the head.
Lovelair tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
A head punch on the inside from Handle fails to land.
Handle's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Lovelair keeps control of Handle as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Handle softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC2#
Handle breaks from the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A jab from Handle misses. #T2#
Handle throws a jab but it's blocked by Lovelair.
Lovelair bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#CL#
Lovelair moves into range and clinches up with Handle.#BC2#
Handle breaks from the clinch.
A jab lands there for Handle.
Lovelair ducks under a wild hook from Handle.
Lovelair takes one on the button.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Handle.
Lovelair misses with a looping right.
Handle looks to land a left hand but Lovelair moved out of range nicely.
Handle misses with a series of wild punches.
Handle throws a sloppy head kick and Lovelair moves out of range easily.
Lovelair really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Danga de danga de dang - Lovelair scores with a four punch combination!
A punch combination from Lovelair misses.
Lovelair thumps Handle with a low kick.
Lovelair tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Handle was well out of range. Poor timing from Lovelair.
Lovelair is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Handle.
A punch lands to the side of Handle 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T3#
Handle misses with the combination.
A head kick misses from Lovelair.
Lovelair tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Handle was well out of range. Poor timing from Lovelair.
A big left from Handle misses.
Handle might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Lovelair wants to clinch.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Lovelair looks to score with a jab to the body but Handle is just out of range.
Handle slips a jab and a cross from Lovelair.
Handle throws a series of punches but Lovelair moves out of range. #CL2#
Handle has Lovelair up against the cage in a clinch.
Handle lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lovelair doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#BC2#
Handle escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A lazy left from Handle finds it's target.
Handle smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Lovelair connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Handle is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Lovelair had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lovelair is looking to clinch but Handle is avoiding it.
Handle misses with a double jab.
Lovelair throws a leg kick which misses Handle's front leg but catches the back leg as Handle tries to avoid it.
Lovelair chopping away at his opponent's legs.
#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Handle has knocked Lovelair down with a huge combo! Handle steps away and waves a wobbly Lovelair back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#
Lovelair is rocked!#CUT2#
Raine Lovelair's cut is getting worse.
Lovelair lands with a slapping head kick.
Oh Lovelair is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lovelair fails with an attempt to clinch.
Handle swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lovelair seems to have got his legs back now.
Lovelair checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Lovelair tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lovelair throws a sloppy body shot
and Handle counters with a straight that turns Lovelair's legs to rubber! Handle pushes forward with more strikes and Lovelair goes down, battered and bloody! That's a wrap folks!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Max Handle!
During a confident post fight interview, Max Handle thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
OFC: Blood Night XLIII
Date: Sep 13, 2017 |
#R1#
The fighters circling - Handle throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ruth misses with a straight right.
Handle has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Death Valley Training Facility in the buildup to the fight.
Good shot there by Ruth.
Nice sprawl there from Handle as Ruth shoots in.
Handle is looking to counter punch.
Handle throws a shot from downtown. Ruth moves away and avoids it.
Ruth scores with a decent looking hook.
Ruth waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Handle.
Ruth lands with a nice body punch.
Ruth lands a jab to Handle's midsection.
Handle throws a right hand that Ruth ducks under and follows up with a left that Ruth also avoids with ease.
We've been informed that Ruth 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.
Ruth uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Handle.
Handle avoids the body shot from Ruth.
Ruth lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Ruth scores with a hook to the body. Handle takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ruth connects with a right hand. Handle shakes it off.
Handle throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ruth scores with a body shot.
Handle throws a right hand that Ruth ducks under and follows up with a left that Ruth also avoids with ease.
Handle uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ruth.#T1#
Ruth misses with a straight right.
Handle avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A punch combination from Ruth misses.
A slow jab from Handle misses its intended target.
Handle tries to bum rush Ruth with a series of wild strikes but Ruth uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Handle throws an overhand right that lands on Ruth's shoulder, as Ruth tries to avoid the shot.
Ruth drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Handle defends it well.
Ruth fails with a takedown attempt.
Handle rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Ruth moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Handle throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Handle misses with a straight left.
Ruth throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ruth scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Jab from Ruth.
Ruth feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Handles jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Handle throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ruth sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T2#
Ruth throws a lazy right hand but Handle sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Handle's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Handle duly obliges.
Ruth swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ruth displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Handle throws out the jab.
Ruth pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Handle back to the cage. Ruth follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Ruth slips a straight right by Handle.
Handle throws a head kick that misses.
Ruth listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#ROC2#
Handle is rocked!
A jab from Ruth misses.
Ruth throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Max Handle is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Handle misses with an uppercut. Ruth saw that one coming.
Ruth shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Max Handle has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Ruth.
Handle avoids a punch combination nicely.
Ruth misses the shot to the body.
Ruth uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Handle.
Handle throws a hook to the side of Ruth's head but Ruth sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T3#
Ruth gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Handle.
Ruth slips under a jab from Handle.
Ruth throws a lazy right hand but Handle sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ruth scores with a nice right hand.
Ruth bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Handle's head backwards.
No joy there for Ruth, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#TD2#
Ruth darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Ruth thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Handle's head.
Ruth scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Handle taking some punishment here, with Ruth in his half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ruth tries to pass to full mount but Handle defends it.
Handle tries to get to full guard but Ruth has control of the leg. #T4#
Ruth is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Ruth is looking for a kimura here.
Handle regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Ruth.
Handle utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ruth's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Ruth works a leg free and moves into half guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#SUB2#
Ruth is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Ruth lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
John Ruth dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Ruth.
Handle looks to land a right hand but Ruth moved out of range.
Handle slips a jab from Ruth.
Ruth walks into a jab.
Handle throws a hook but Ruth avoids it easily.
Handle connects with the punch.
Handle scores with a crisp jab that stopped Ruth in his tracks.
Handle uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ruth.
Handle uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ruth.
Handle misses with the combination.
Ruth throws a hook but Handle blocks it.
Handle throws a jab when Ruth was well out of range.
Max Handle is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Handle misses with a hook. Ruth ducked under it nicely.
Handle wants to slow Ruth down by chopping away at his legs.
Ruth throws an overhand right that lands on Handle's shoulder, as Handle tries to avoid the shot.
Ruth moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Handle steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ruth.#T1#
Ruth scores with a shot to the body.
Ruth swings widly with a right hand
and Handle counters with a straight right hand.
Nice defenses there by Handle.
Handle is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Some wild striking there from Handle.
Ruth smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Handle tries a head kick but it misses.
Ruth misses with a looping left.
A head kick misses from Handle.
Nice straight punches there by Ruth. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Ruth.
Ruth connects with a body shot.
Ruth throws a lazy right hand but Handle sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Handle takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Oh Handle is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Handle misses with a straight left.
Handle seems to have got his legs back now.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jab by Ruth.#T2#
Ruth loads up on a big right hand but Handle slips the punch.
Ruth scores with a sloppy right hand. Handle should have avoided that one.
Handle throws out a loose jab but Ruth uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ruth lands a slapping body shot.
Handle throws a big shot that misses.
Good shot there by Ruth.
Handle looks to throw the jab but Ruth is out of range.
Handle moves out of range as Ruth strikes.
Ruth throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Ruth missing with a left hand there. Handle was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
It looked like Handle wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Handle throws a hook to the side of Ruth's head but Ruth sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Handle throws a right and a left that both miss.
Ruth waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Handle.
Ruth sizes up Handle with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Handle keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Some wild striking there from Ruth.
#T3#
A big right from Ruth misses.
Handle keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ruth.
Nice body punch from Ruth.
Handle throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ruth lands with a right that hurts Handle. Handle looks to clinch but Ruth throws a short knee that drops Handle. This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch and Knee). John Ruth!
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Event:
OFC: Blood Night XLII
Date: Aug 16, 2017 |
#R1#
Ton shoots in but no luck this time.
Handle is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ton.
Ton with the counter takedown but Handle avoids it easily.
A low kick from Handle is predictable there #TD2#
and Ton counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Handle is trying to control the position but Ton postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ton wants to pass the guard but Handle is keeping the position.
Ton is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Ton in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Ton keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Handle's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ton controlling from the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Handle is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Handle is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Ton has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T1#
Ton missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Ton is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Ton with a flurry of punches that miss.
Ton scoring with punches to the head and body.
Ton trying to control but Handle is working from the bottom.
Ton passes Handle's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Handle trying to control from the bottom.
Ton wants to take a breather but Handle is having none of it.
Handle knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Ton on the ground.
Ton throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Ton wants to lay and pray for a moment but Handle keeps working.
Ton missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Handle tries to roll over but Ton keeps him under control.
My spies in White's ELITE Fitness Gym inform me that Ton has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Handle keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T2#
Handle wants to get back to full guard.
Handle keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Handle trying to control from the bottom.
Ton sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Handle defending well though.
Ton wants to take a breather but Handle is having none of it.
Handle avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Ton.
Handle might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Ton wants to work for an arm triangle but Handle is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Ton lands a nice short elbow.
Handle is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Ton lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #SUB2#
Ton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T3#
Ton trying to control the pace.
Ton is thwarting Handle's attempts to control the position.
Ton throwing shots but Handle is blocking nicely.
Handle gets full guard.
Handle is trying to control the position but Ton postures up.
Ton stopping the sweep attempt from Handle.
Ton trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Ton is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Handle can't keep his opponent in guard - Ton advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T4#
Ton landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Ton tries to pass to full mount but Handle defends it.
Ton thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB2#
Ton is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Ton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Handle sees it coming and defends easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Ton is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Handle trying to control but Ton postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lip Ton dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
A big right from Handle misses.
Handle throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Donk. Ton catches Handle right on the button with a cross.
The fighters circling - Handle throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Handle misses with a lunging right hand
and Ton counters with a right hand to the body.
Ton has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nice jab there from Ton.
Handle scores with a jab to the head.
#TD2#
Ton dives in and scores a takedown into Handle's guard.
Ton throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Ton postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Ton scoring with some ground and pound.
Handle is trying to keep Ton in close.
Handle is really struggling to control Ton but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ton throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Handle works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T1#
Handle working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Ton.
Ton throws a big elbow that misses.
Handle keeping full guard, as Ton tries to pass.
Ton lands a couple of elbows.
Ton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Handle is keeping the position for now.
Ton postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Handle bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ton's guard. #REVR#
Handle looking to sit in guard and control but Ton gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Ton wants to pass the guard but Handle is keeping the position.
Handle is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T2#
Ton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ton stands up over Handle, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Ton passes into half guard.
Lip Ton has got the better of the ground game so far.
Ton sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Handle defending well though.
Handle is looking for a sweep. Ton is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ground and pound from Ton.
Ton not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Handle avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Ton.
Handle keeping control of the position.
Ton not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Ton not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T3#
Ton controlling the action here.#SUB2#
Ton is working for a kimura but Handle is defending it quite comfortably.
Handle on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Handle wants to improve his position but Ton is controlling well.
Ton is pressing down on Handle's thigh, looking to free his foot. Handle is holding on for now.
Ton sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Handle defending well though.
Ton is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Ton wants to pass the guard but Handle is defending well. #T4#
Ton throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Handle desperately trying to maintain half guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Ton connects with a nice short shot to Handle's temple.
Handle keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Ton not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Ton wants to lay and pray for a moment but Handle keeps working. #SUB#
Handle looking for submissions off his back.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ton thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lip Ton showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Handle throws a lazy uppercut
and Ton counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Handle, as that shot connected.
Handle lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
A jab from Handle misses.
Handle throws a jab but it's blocked by Ton.
Handle moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Donk. Ton catches Handle right on the button with a cross.#TD2#
Ton looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ton thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Handle's head. #SUB2#
Ton is looking for a kimura here.
Ton throwing shots but Handle is blocking nicely. #T1#
Ton not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Handle is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Handle is working hard here to advance position.
Ton trying to control from half guard but Handle is working away.
Handle wants to control but Ton is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Handle tries to roll over but Ton keeps him under control.
Handle has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ton is working away from the top position though.
Handle taking some punishment here, with Ton in his half guard.
Lip Ton is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Ton content to control rather than advance.
Ton throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Ton content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Ton's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#T3##REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Handle throws out a loose jab but Ton uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ton uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Handle.
Handle avoids the body shot from Ton.
Ton works Handle's body with a nice hook.#TD2#
Ton closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Ton lands in his opponent's guard.
Handle can't keep his opponent in guard - Ton advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Handle is looking to improve his position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Ton in particular looking to stall.#T4#
Ton is continuing to stall.
Handle wants to control but Ton is keeping busy.
Max Handle has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Well, if Ton is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Let's hope that Ton 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.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that's the end of the fight!
Lip Ton comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Ton winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 27:30
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lip Ton!
An intense looking Lip Ton took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'I'm here to break some arms and snap some necks and tonight I proved that I'm the best of the best. Not one person in the promotion can play with me. I'm heading for the top and there is two things they can do about it - nothing and like it!'.
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Event:
OFC: Blood Night XLI
Date: Jul 26, 2017 |
#R1#
Denis steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Handle.
Handle misses with a straight right.
Denis uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Handle.
Denis cracks Handle with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
No joy there for Handle, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Denis throws a counter high kick but Handle was just alert enough to avoid it.
Handle misses with a right hand
and Denis counters with a nice uppercut.
Handle misses with a body kick.
A left lands for Denis.
We've been informed that Handle 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.
Max Handle seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Handle throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Handle takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Handle misses with a hook.
Good standup being displayed there by Denis as he connects with a hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Denis scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Handle throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Denis counters with a huge left! Handle is in big trouble! He's backing up but Denis isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Handle from any more damage. A dominating finish by Denis!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Achab Denis!
A very excited looking Achab Denis made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
OFC: Blood Night XL
Date: Jun 30, 2017 |
#R1#
Stenger shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Handle eats them both and turns towards Stenger to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Handle jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Handle jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Stenger was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Stenger uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Handle misses with a left hand
and Stenger makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Handle throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Handle sizes up Stenger with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Stenger moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
A solid leg kick lands there for Stenger.
Handle waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Stenger.
Stenger seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Stenger looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Stenger looks to land a body kick but Handle moved away.
Stenger ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Handle moves away.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice defenses there by Stenger.
Handle uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Stenger.
Handle tries a head kick but it misses.
Stenger connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #T1#
Stenger does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Handle throws a lazy right hand but Stenger sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Handle slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Handle throws a head kick that misses.
Stenger uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Handle.
A quick step to the side and Stenger tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Stenger takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Handle takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Handle throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Stenger sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Stenger waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Handle.
Stenger jabs Handle right on the nose. Handle blinks but takes it well.
Stenger misses the shot to the body.
We've been informed that Handle 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.
Handle throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Stenger on the side of the head.
Max Handle seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#KD2#
Handle drops Stenger with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Stenger looks back up at him and smiles so Handle waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
#ROC2#
Stenger is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Handle feints and then cracks Stenger's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Stenger down.
Handle pounces like a tiger and cracks Stenger with a vicious hook! Stenger is down but not out! Handle follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Max Handle!
A very excited looking Max Handle made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
Aksel Stenger spoke after the fight, saying 'Maybe i should start to go to gym too.. '.
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Event:
AD453: Konfrontacja
Date: Jun 07, 2017 |
#R1#
Jaak moves out of range as Handle strikes.
Jaak appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Handle 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.
Handle tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Jaak thuds his right hand into Handle's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Nice jab there from Jaak.
Jaak sizes up Handle with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Jaak tries to move into range but Handle moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#CUT2#
It looks like Kylma Jaak has been cut.
Jaak throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Jaak has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Fight Factory in the buildup to the fight.
Jab, jab by Handle - just one landing.
Jaak uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Handle.
Jaak misses with a series of wild punches.
Jaak throws an overhand right that lands on Handle's shoulder, as Handle tries to avoid the shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Handle missing with a left hand there. Jaak was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jaak rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Handle counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nice uppercut lands for Handle. That snapped Jaak's head back.
Jaak jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Jaak ducks under a wild hook from Handle.
Jaak misses with a takedown attempt - Handle sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Handle slaps away a takedown attempt from Jaak, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T1#
Jaak throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Handle throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Jaak lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Jaak tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A head kick misses from Jaak.
Nice defenses there by Jaak.#TD#
Jaak drives through with a takedown into Handle's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Jaak in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Jaak landing some decent shots from guard.
Handle trying to control the position.
Jaak wants to control from the top but Handle keeps moving.
Jaak postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Jaak stays in close to Handle's body and controls the position.
Handle trying to keep a closed guard but Jaak is proving a slippery customer.
Handle keeping full guard, as Jaak tries to pass.
Handle utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Handle trying to keep a closed guard but Jaak is proving a slippery customer.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Jaak connects with a body shot.
Jaak throws a head kick that misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jaak misses with a looping left.#T3#
Jaak lands a head kick. Handle smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Jaak ducks under a wild hook from Handle.
Handle connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Handle throws an overhand right that lands on Jaak's shoulder, as Jaak tries to avoid the shot.
Handle is looking to chop away at Jaak's legs.
Jaak attempts a counter takedown but Handle avoids it well and moves away.
Handle loads up on a big right hand but Jaak slips the punch.
Handle swinging wildly here.
Jaak ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Handle moves away.
Handle lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Jaak misses with a double jab.
Jaak is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Jaak ducks under a wild hook from Handle.
Jaak goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Handle fails to land with a series of punches.
A swing and a miss from Jaak.
Handle might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Handle with a jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Handle misses with an uppercut. Jaak saw that one coming.
A telegraphed right hand from Handle misses the target.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Handle attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.#T4##CL#
Jaak rushes Handle and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Jaak lands a body punch in the clinch.
Jaak lands a hook that snaps the head of Handle backwards.
A short left from Jaak.
Jaak is trying to pull guard but Handle has him pressed against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kylma Jaak. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Handle blocks an elbow strike from Jaak.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jaak.
Handle swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jaak misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jaak prevents a body shot from Handle.
Jaak is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Handle is defending well for now.
Handle lands with a left to the head.
Jaak scores with a hook to the body.
Handle blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Jaak.
Handle wants to stall.
Handle trying to land knees to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kylma Jaak dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kylma Jaak's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Handle throws a jab when Jaak was well out of range.#KD#
Oooooh!!! Jaak has knocked Handle down with a huge combo! Jaak steps away and waves a wobbly Handle back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#
Handle is rocked!
Jaak digs a good body shot into Handle's ribs.
Handle is still on wobbly legs! Can Jaak finish him?
Jaak tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jaak digs a good hook to Handle's body.
Jaak fakes a right and follows up with a big left that drops Handle to one knee - oooooh, he's wobbly! Handle looks to clinch but Jaak throws him off and pummels him into the canvas! Handle taps out under the strikes! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Kylma Jaak!
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Event:
AD446: Flash Pointing
Date: May 17, 2017 |
#R1#
Handle rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Silsa moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Silsa has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Red House in the buildup to the fight.
Handle steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Silsa.
Silsa scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Handle doesn't seem bothered though.
Handle staying out of range there.
Handle misses with a jab, cross combination.
Handle takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Handle tries to bum rush Silsa with a series of wild strikes but Silsa uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Silsa is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Handle.
Handle walks into a left hand. #CUT#
It looks like Max Handle has been cut.#CL#
Silsa has Handle up against the cage in a clinch.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Handle just misses with a elbow thrown towards Silsa's brow.
Handle working aggressively here.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Silsa.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC2#
Handle escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Silsa takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A looping hook to the body misses from Silsa. Handle does a little dance to reset his feet.
Silsa misses with an uppercut. Handle saw that one coming.
Silsa misses with a straight right. #T1#
Silsa throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Silsa misses with a straight left.
Silsa looks to score with a jab to the body but Handle is just out of range.
Handle checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Max Handle is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Silsa takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Silsa misses the jab.#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Handle has knocked Silsa down with a huge combo! Handle steps away and waves a wobbly Silsa back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
Silsa throws a leg kick that misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
Silsa moves into the clinch.
Silsa tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Handle throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Silsas head.
Silsa misses with a body punch.
A frustrated look appears on Handle's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Handle.
Handle is trying to force a seperation but Silsa has the dominant position.
Silsa throws a head punch that misses.
Silsa presses Handle against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#T2#
Silsa tries to throw a body punch but Handle avoids it by throwing Silsa back against the cage.
Silsa lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Handle lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A short right from Silsa.
Silsa is looking for a takedown.
Silsa pushes Handle back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Silsa misses with a punch to the body.
Silsa lands a right hand.
Silsa misses with a punch to the body.
Handle throws an elbow but it misses.
Silsa misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Handle misses with a punch to the body.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Handle just misses with a elbow thrown towards Silsa's brow.
Handle working aggressively here.
Handle's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Silsa tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Handle's elbow.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Silsa. #T3#
Handle blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Handle tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Silsa's elbow. #BC2#
Handle escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Max Handle seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Silsa getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Handle moves into range and connects with a jab.
Silsa misses with an uppercut
letting Handle counter with a right hand.
Handle rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Silsa counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#ROC#
Handle is rocked!
Handle getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Handle is still on wobbly legs! Can Silsa finish him?
Handle throws a jab but it's blocked by Silsa.
Silsa displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Handle throws out the jab.
Silsa waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Handle.
As Silsa backs off Handle throws a huge counter combo but Silsa manages to avoid it all.
Handle seems to have recovered his senses.
Handle tries to bum rush Silsa with a series of wild strikes but Silsa uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Handle is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Silsa.
Handle thows a left - swing and a miss!
Silsa is looking for a counter combo.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Handle on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Silsa throws a good cross that connects.
Silsa misses with a straight right. #T4#
Silsa uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Handle.
Silsa cracks Handle with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Handle tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Silsa pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Handle is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:10 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Pertti Silsa!
Pertti Silsa 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:
AD439: Triple-Double
Date: Apr 22, 2017 |
#R1#
Handle will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Handle throws an overhand right that lands on Metsast's shoulder, as Metsast tries to avoid the shot.
Handle misses with a straight left.
Handle swinging wildly here.
A combination from Metsast does no damage.
Metsast throws a combination. Handle tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Handle throws the left hand but Metsast avoids the punch easily.
Metsast uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Handle.
Good exchange - Metsast coming out on top.
Handle throws a right hand that Metsast ducks under and follows up with a left that Metsast also avoids with ease.
Metsast scores with a crisp jab that stopped Handle in his tracks.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Metsast scores with a jab to the head.
Handle pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Handle throws the left hand but Metsast avoids the punch easily.
Handle slaps away a takedown attempt from Metsast, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Metsast avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Metsast looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Metsast walks into a jab.#T1#
Metsast scores with a decent looking hook.
Metsast goes for a high kick. It partially lands.#ROC#
Handle is rocked!
Metsast bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Handle is still on wobbly legs! Can Metsast finish him?#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Handle has knocked Metsast down with a huge combo! Handle steps away and waves a wobbly Metsast back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#
Metsast is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Mees Metsast has been cut.
Handle rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Metsast counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Handle throws a jab but it's blocked by Metsast.
Metsast bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Handle is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.#CL#
Metsast rushes Handle and presses him up against the cage.
Metsast stalling the fight.
Metsast takes a shot to the head.
Metsast lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Metsast dodges an elbow strike from Handle.
Handle seems to have recovered his senses.
Metsast working some nice short punches in the clinch.
We've been informed that Handle 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.
Metsast pushes off an throws an elbow but Handle leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Metsast jerks Handle's head down, straight into the path of a devastating knee! Handle drops to the floor in a crumpled heap! Metsast goes to throw a finishing haymaker but pulls out - good sportsmanship from Metsast because Handle was completely out of it. That was a nice finish - just the right level of brutality to send everyone home happy.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knee). Mees Metsast!
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Event:
AD431: Fighters in armor
Date: Mar 26, 2017 |
#R1#
Williams throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Handle slips a jab from Williams.
Williams lands with a nice body punch.
Handle lunges at Williams with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Williams's hand.
A swing and a miss from Williams.
Williams throws a body shot but no joy.
Handle defending well as Williams loads up on a big left hand.
Handle doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Handle throws a lazy right hand but Williams sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Williams misses the target.
Williams throws a body punch but Handle moves out of range.
Williams throws a hook to the side of Handle's head but Handle sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Handle misses with a straight right.
Handle uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Williams.
Williams jabs Handle to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Williams throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Handle stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A slow jab from Williams misses its intended target.
Williams checks a leg kick.
Williams takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
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!
Handle lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Handle throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T1#
Handle swings widly with a right hand
and Handle takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Handle swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Handle turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
We've been informed that Handle 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.
Williams slips a jab and a cross from Handle.
Williams tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Handle was well out of range. Poor timing from Williams.
Williams fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Handle manages to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Williams. Handle does a little dance to reset his feet.#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Handle has knocked Williams down with a huge combo! Handle steps away and waves a wobbly Williams back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#
Williams is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Handle ducks down and throws a big overhand right - it lands flush on the jaw, knocking Williams out cold! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Max Handle!
An out of breath Max Handle 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:
AD425: Cute Poison
Date: Mar 08, 2017 |
#R1#
Johnson uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Max Handle seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Johnson on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Handle with a jab.
Johnson misses with a body shot.
Johnson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Johnson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Handle moves away.
Handle blocks a jab.
We've been informed that Handle 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.
Handle scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Handle lands a nice shot that snaps Johnson's head back.
Johnson just misses with a punch to the body.
Handle avoids a punch combination nicely.
Handle sizes up Johnson with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #CUT2#
It looks like Craig Johnson has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Johnson misses with a wild body shot.
Handle throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Handle scores with a leg kick.
Johnson misses the body punch
and Handle counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Handle looks to land a left hand but Johnson moved out of range nicely.
Handle scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
A decent looking cross lands there for Handle.#T1#
Handle scores with a jab. Johnson acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Handle with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Johnson misses the shot to the body.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Handle.
Johnson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Handle moves away.
Handle scores with a shot to the body.
Johnson moves in looking to clinch but Handle pushes him off.
Johnson misses with a wild body shot.
Johnson takes a swing at Handle's ribcage but misses.
Handle digs a good body shot into Johnson's ribs.
Handle connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Johnson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Johnson throws a body punch but Handle moves out of range.
Johnson shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Johnson misses the shot to the body.
Handle looks to land a left hand but Johnson moved out of range nicely.
Johnson was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Johnson lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Handle lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Handle lands a right hook to the body.
#T2#
Johnson scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Johnson has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Johnson there as he acknowledges the shot.
A shot to the liver by Johnson. Beautiful body shot.
Handle scores with a hook.
Handle throws a nice looking combination but Johnson bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Johnson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Handle manages to avoid it.
Johnson throws a hook but Handle avoids it easily.
Handle misses with an uppercut. Johnson saw that one coming.
Johnson throwing a counter right hand but Handle manages to avoid it.
Handle keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Handle scores with a crisp jab that stopped Johnson in his tracks. #CUT2#
Craig Johnson's cut is getting worse.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Johnson's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Handle connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Johnson scrambles back to his feet.
Handle checks a low kick from Johnson.
Johnson gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Johnson on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Handle. Handle obviously looking to wear him down.
Handle tests Johnson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Handle lands with a cross.
Johnson takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
#T3#
Handle throws out a powerful jab.
Johnson cracks a nice hook into Handle's ribs.
Johnson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Johnson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Handle.
Johnson swings for the body but Handle moves out of range.
Handle throws a combination. Johnson tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Nice shot lands for Handle.#ROC2#
Johnson is rocked!#CUT2#
Craig Johnson's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Johnson throws a hook but Handle blocks it.
Johnson misses the body punch #KD2#
and Handle counters with a crisp one two that drops Johnson! Handle thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Johnson to his feet! Johnson is in big trouble!
Oh Johnson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Handle closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Johnson! Handle dives in looking to finish! Johnson is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Max Handle!
During a confident post fight interview, Max Handle thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
HFC 296 Klitschko vs Wade
Date: Jan 14, 2017 |
#R1#
Bueller wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Handle takes one to the chin there.
We've been hearing reports that Bueller has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Nice shot by Handle.
Bueller keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Handle.
Bueller was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Handle misses with a straight left.
Bueller uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Handle.
Bueller wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Bueller uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Handle.
Handle misses with a jab to the body
and Bueller counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Bueller takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#KD#
Bueller sends Handle crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Bueller is motioning to the referee to let Handle up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC#
Handle is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bueller dodges the punch combination from Handle.
Handle is still on wobbly legs! Can Bueller finish him?
Handle misses with the combination.
Handle looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Nice takedown defense from Handle. No joy for Bueller on that attempt.
Handle seems to have recovered his senses.
Bueller looks to throw the jab but Handle is out of range.
Bueller showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Handle.
Bueller throwing a counter right hand but Handle manages to avoid it.
Handle connects with a single shot there.
Bueller closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Handle! Bueller dives in looking to finish! Handle is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Eric Bueller!
Eric Bueller 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:
HFC Challengers 88
Date: Dec 18, 2016 |
#R1#
Malone takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Handle.
Malone slips under a jab from Handle.
A punch combination from Malone misses.
Malone walks into a left hand.
Donk. Handle catches Malone right on the button with a cross.
We've been hearing reports that Malone has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Handle takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Handle misses with an uppercut.
A swing and a miss from Handle.#KD#
Malone lands a left and a right that send Handle crashing to the mat, dazed. Malone thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Malone slips under a jab from Handle.
Malone slips a straight right by Handle.
Handle slips under a jab.
Handle avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Handle scores with a decent looking hook.
Malone takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Handle swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A left lands for Handle.
Handle fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
#KD2#
Handle drops Malone with a beautiful combination! Malone stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Handle is looking for the KO!#ROC2#
Malone is rocked!
Malone misses with a double jab
and Handle counters with a crisp right that sends Malone to the canvas! Handle follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Max Handle!
An out of breath Max Handle 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:
HFC 287 Prime vs DeLuise II
Date: Nov 11, 2016 |
#R1#
Handle lands with an overhand left.
Benton bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Benton missing with a left hand there. Handle was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Benton dodges the punch combination from Handle.
Benton takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Nice defenses there by Handle.
Handle keeps the fight on the outside.
Benton keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
#CL#
Benton instigates a clinch.
Benton working aggressively here.
Benton goes for a takedown in the clinch but Handle prevents it.
Benton has Handle pressed against the cage, preventing Handle from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Benton stalling.
#BC2#
Handle manages to break the clinch.
Handle 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.
Handle scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#TD#
Benton closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SU#
Benton stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
Benton misses with a body shot.
#T1#
Benton cracks Handle with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Benton fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Handle manages to avoid it.
Handle misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Benton scores with a nice head shot.
Handle lands with a kick to the temple. Benton shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
A combination from Handle does no damage.
Handle takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Benton throws a body shot but no joy.
Benton swinging wildly here.
Benton takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Handle missing with a left hand there. Benton was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Handle lands a nice shot that snaps Benton's head back.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD#
Benton gets the takedown into side control. #SU#
Benton stands up and beckons Handle to his feet.
Benton throws a body shot but no joy.
Handle throws out a powerful jab.#CUT2#
It looks like Grant Benton has been cut.
Benton loads up on a big right hand but Handle slips the punch.#T2#
Handle throws a quick inside leg kick. #CL#
Benton pushes Handle up against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Handle breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Benton ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Handle moves away.
Handle feints a counter leg kick.
Benton dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Benton connects with a body shot that sends Handle's belly button to the back.
Benton throws a hook but Handle blocks it.
Handle misses with an uppercut. Benton saw that one coming.
Handle throws a one two combo.
#CL#
Benton closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Handle working hard to break the clinch.
Benton throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Handles head.
A right hand to the body from Benton.
#BC2#
Handle pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Handle lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Handle swings for the body but Benton moves out of range.
Benton has a takedown stuffed.#T3#
Benton scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Benton tests Handle's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Benton throws a good cross that connects.
Handle lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A telegraphed right hand from Handle misses the target. #TD#
Benton shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Benton showed some decent athleticism there. #SUB#
Benton seems to be looking for submissions.
#SU#
Benton decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Handle throws a hook but Benton avoids it easily.
Handle keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Benton lands a jab-cross combination.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Handle swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T4#
A big left from Handle misses.
Handle throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Handle lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
That kick from Handle tenderised Benton's leg. Benton is trying to keep his angry face on.
Handle throws a shot to the body.
A punch combination from Handle misses.
Handle fails to land with a series of punches.
Handle keeps the fight on the outside.
Benton digs a good hook to Handle's body.
Handle fails to land with a series of punches.
Handle lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Benton circles away quickly and effectively.
Handle connects with the punch.
Benton takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
A left and a right from Handle both land. Nice combination.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Benton misses the shot to the body.
A little jabbing left from Handle on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Handle throws a poor cross that misses
and Benton connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Handle takes a swing at Benton's ribcage but misses.
Benton throws a hook but Handle avoids it easily.
Benton is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Benton showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Handle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Max Handle will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Grant Benton's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Handle misses with a hook. Benton ducked under it nicely.
Benton is looking to counter punch.
Benton misses with a left hand
and Handle counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Max Handle seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Handle takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Benton closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Benton doesn't manage to clinch there - Handle circles away.
Handle finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Handle throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
It looked like Benton wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#TD#
Benton looking to score a takedown here. Handle is defending well but Benton drives through and ends up in Handle's guard.
Handle seems keen to control Benton's posture.
Handle wants to sweep here but Benton controlling him for the moment. #SU#
Handle is working an open guard so Benton takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Benton throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Handle looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Handle pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Handle walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#T1#
Handle missing with a left hand there. Benton was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Benton throwing a counter right hand but Handle manages to avoid it.
Handle on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Benton throws a poor cross that misses
and Handle makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Benton scores with a punch to the head.
Handle misses with a jab, cross combination.
The fighters circling - Handle throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A swing and a miss from Handle.
Benton throws a right and a left that Handle avoids nicely.
Benton is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Max Handle is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Benton lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Handle misses with a straight left.
Handle swinging wildly here.
Benton misses with an uppercut
and Handle counters with an inside leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Benton takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Benton misses with a wild body shot.
Benton misses with a wild body shot.
Handle lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Benton circles away quickly and effectively.#T2#
Benton fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Sloppy strikes from Benton. Those never looked like landing.
Handle gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Benton.
Handle lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Handle.
Handle misses with a looping right.
No joy there for Benton, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Benton jabs at Handle's body.
Jab from Benton.
Benton connects with a crisp jab.
Benton throws an overhand right that lands on Handle's shoulder, as Handle tries to avoid the shot. #TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Handle enables Benton to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Handle manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#ES2#
Handle manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Handle lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Benton.
Benton tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Handle manages to break the clinch.
Handle is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Benton.
Handle misses with the combination.
#T3#
Benton throws a lazy right hand but Handle sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Benton swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Benton will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Benton keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Handle.
Benton slips a straight right by Handle.
Benton's jab looks to have found its range, popping Handle under the eye.
Handle throws a hook to the side of Benton's head but Benton sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Benton fails with the takedown
and Handle counters with a nice uppercut.
Handle moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Benton misses with a body shot.
Handle tries to counter by closing the distance.
A slow jab from Benton misses its intended target.
Handle takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Handle walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Benton misses with a left hand
and Handle cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A big left from Benton misses. #T4#
Handle getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Benton misses with a jab, cross combination.
Handle misses with a body kick.
Handle lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Benton circles away quickly and effectively.
A counter left hand to the body from Benton misses its target.
Handle lands with a right hand.
Benton checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Handle slips a jab from Benton.
Handle defending well as Benton loads up on a big left hand. #TD#
Benton shoots in and gets a takedown into Handle's guard.#ES2#
Handle has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Benton off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Benton's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Benton duly obliges.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Benton.
Handle keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Handle looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Benton cracks Handle with a good jab.
Benton misses with a looping left.
Handle is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Grant Benton will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Grant Benton's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get 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#
A looping hook to the body misses from Benton. Handle does a little dance to reset his feet.
Handle falls off balance throwing a combination
enabling Benton to counter with a crisp jab.
Handle slips under a jab from Benton.
A jab from Benton finds it's way through Handle's defenses.
Benton takes one to the chin there.
Handle waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Benton.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Handle has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Benton misses with a body punch.
A frustrated look appears on Handle's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Benton lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Benton controlling the action here for a moment.
Come on Handle - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Benton lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T1#
Handle tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Benton lands a right hand that snaps the head of Handle backwards.
Come on Benton - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Benton misses with a body punch.
Handle fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC#
Benton breaks the clinch.
Benton drops his hands momentarily and Handle takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Handle swats away the attempt to clinch by Benton.
Benton wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Handle lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
A looping hook to the body misses from Benton. Handle does a little dance to reset his feet.
Handle looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Handle keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Handle throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
#T2#
Benton looks to land a left hand but Handle moved out of range nicely.
Handle looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Benton throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Handle's waist but Handle gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Benton off to one side.
Benton lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Handle at a distance.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Handle lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
A leg kick checked by Benton.
Benton lands a lovely overhand right.
Benton throws an overhand right that lands on Handle's shoulder, as Handle tries to avoid the shot.
Handle looks to land a right hand but Benton moved out of range.
A big left from Handle misses.
Benton looks to land a combination but Handle avoids it well.
Handle looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Benton lands a lovely overhand right.
Benton throws a jab but it's blocked by Handle.
Handle moves away from the strike by Benton.
Handle swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Handle throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#CL#
Benton moves into range and clinches up with Handle.
Handle wants to break the clinch but can't.
Grant Benton has scored more points in the clinch so far.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.#T3#
Handle misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Benton tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Handle just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Grant Benton. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Benton drops down looking for an ankle pick but Handle pulls his leg out and moves away.
Benton walks into a jab.
Handle throws a series of punches but Benton avoids them all with ease.
Handle throws an off balance right hand
and Benton counters with a nice uppercut.
Benton lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Benton fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Handle looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Handle throws a right and a left that Benton avoids nicely.
Benton throws an overhand right that lands on Handle's shoulder, as Handle tries to avoid the shot.
Handle swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Benton counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Handle rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Handle takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Max Handle is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Benton throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T4##TD#
Benton scores with a takedown into Handle's guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SU#
Benton decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Handle fails to land with a series of punches.
Handle needs to keep his hands up - Benton had a free shot at his head there.
Handle tests Benton's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Benton throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Handle sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A punch lands to the side of Benton 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Benton staying out of range there.
No joy there for Benton, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Benton feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Handles jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Benton uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Handle.
Benton misses with a hook. Handle ducked under it nicely.
A countering left hand to the body from Handle misses.
Benton ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Benton slips a straight right by Handle.
Handle pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Benton back to the cage. Handle follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
And that's the end of the fight!
Grant Benton showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Benton has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Grant Benton!
A very excited looking Grant Benton made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
HFC 284 Catchmaer vs Viceroy
Date: Oct 22, 2016 |
#R1#
Welsh tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Handle swivels and escapes.
Welsh looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Handle is fending him off so far but Welsh persists. Nope, Handle circles away and we're back to standing.
We've been told by Handle's head coaches at Death Valley Training Facility that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Handle looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Welsh on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Welsh ducks under a wild hook from Handle.
Welsh shoots in and drives through. Handle sprawls well.
Max Handle has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of TJ Welsh.
Welsh throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Handle's waist but Handle gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Welsh off to one side. #TD2#
Welsh decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Handle manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Handle has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Handle might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Welsh wants to control from the top but Handle keeps moving. #SU2#
Welsh decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Handle, up you get!
Handle looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Welsh fails with an attempt to clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Welsh takes one on the button.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#T1#
Handle swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Welsh counters with a straight right hand.
A swing and a miss from Handle.#TD2#
Handle gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SU2#
Welsh stands up and waves to Handle to follow him.
Good shot there by Handle.
Max Handle seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Handle throws a right and a left that both miss.
Welsh moves in looking to clinch but Handle pushes him off.
Welsh takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Handle tries to bum rush Welsh with a series of wild strikes but Welsh uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#CL2#
Welsh clinches.
Welsh blocks an uppercut.
Welsh misses with a knee strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Handle can't break the clinch.
Welsh just leaning against Handle, taking a breather.
Handle tries to throw a body punch but Welsh avoids it by throwing Handle back against the cage. #T2#
Handle is trying to break the clinch but Welsh is controlling him.#BC2#
Welsh breaks from the clinch.
Handle scores with a sloppy right hand. Welsh should have avoided that one.
Welsh takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Handle works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Handle looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Handle fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Welsh moves out of range of the strikes.
Handle thows a left - swing and a miss! #KD#
Handle drops Welsh with a beautiful combination! Welsh stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Handle is looking for the KO!#ROC#
Welsh is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like TJ Welsh has been cut.
Handle pounces like a tiger and cracks Welsh with a vicious hook! Welsh is down but not out! Handle follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Max Handle!
A relieved looking Max Handle thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
HFC 279 Derksen vs Malone
Date: Sep 17, 2016 |
#R1#
Handle misses with a low kick.
Handle connects with a single shot there.
Handle lands a head shot.
Complete wants to clinch.
Complete throws a head kick that misses.
No joy there for Handle, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Complete tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Handle paws at him with a jab and circles away.
We've been informed that Handle 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.
Handle lands an overhand right.
Complete displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Handle throws out the jab.
Handle stuffs the takedown attempt from Complete. Complete gets slowly back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Complete lands with a shot to the body.
Complete darts in trying to clinch
enabling Handle to counter with a crisp jab.
A solid leg kick lands there for Handle.
#T1#
Complete shoots in for a takedown but Handle shows good takedown defense.
Complete tries to clinch up.
Complete lands a really nice looking cross but Handle seems unphased.
Complete tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Handle defends well and Complete ends up having to push Handle into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mr Complete. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Complete tries to close the distance and clinch but Handle swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Handle connects with the punch.
Handle feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Completes jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Handle misses with a straight right.
Complete slips a jab from Handle.
Handle throws a right and a left that both miss.
Handle bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Complete's head.
A combination from Handle does no damage.
Complete shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Handle as he jumps to the side.
Complete misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Handle loads up on a big right hand but Complete slips the punch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Complete shoots in but Handle avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T2#
No joy there for Handle, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Complete fails to land the takedown.
Complete shoots in but Handle avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Handle keeps the fight on the outside.
Handle connects with a crisp jab.
Handle swats away the attempt to clinch by Complete.
Nice shot lands for Complete.
Complete shoots in looking for a takedown. Handle tries to sprawl out of it but Complete keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Handle manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Handle cracks Complete with an open hand slap.
A left lands for Handle.#T3#
Complete dodges the punch combination from Handle.
Complete wants to clinch.
A right-left combo lands from Handle.
Complete looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Handle misses with a few strikes there.
Handle lands a jab to the head.
Complete throws a chopping leg kick but Handle manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Handle does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Left hook, right uppercut from Handle.
Handle lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Complete backs up against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Complete is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Complete shoots in but Handle avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Max Handle seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
Handle connects with a right hand. Complete shakes it off.
Complete lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Complete ducks under a wild hook from Handle.
Handle jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#CL#
Complete closes the distance and pushes Handle back into the cage.
Complete blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Complete is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Handle is defending well.
Complete lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Handle or not.
Handle wants to break free but Complete has control.
Complete blocks a body shot from Handle.
Handle's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Handle.
Complete pushes Handle back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from Complete fails to land.
Handle misses with a punch on the inside.
Complete tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Handle's elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Max Handle dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Complete scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
I wouldn't like to be where Handle is right now.
You can see the frustration on Handle's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Handle is trying to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Handle can't do much from the bottom here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Handle tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Complete wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T1#
A lull in the action here as Complete stalls from top position.
Handle is looking to reverse the position.
Handle on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Complete working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Handle wants to control but Complete postures up.
Check out the look on Complete's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Complete in side control, throwing shots but Handle defends.
Handle tries to bench press Complete off him but Complete keeps the position.
Complete throws an elbow but Handle slips to the side and avoids it well.
Handle sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Complete has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T2#
Complete seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Handle does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Complete throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Handle regains full guard. Nicely done.
Complete postures up.
Complete wants to control from the top but Handle keeps moving.
Complete keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Handle's head.
Complete wants to control from the top but Handle keeps moving.
Complete missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Handle trying to keep a closed guard but Complete is proving a slippery customer.
Handle bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Complete's guard. #REVB#
Handle has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3##SU2#
Handle stands up from Complete's guard - Handle perhaps looking for a knockout.
The fighters circling - Handle throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Max Handle seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Complete shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#TD#
Complete closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Handle did well to prevent Complete getting side control.
Complete thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Complete thows a huge punch but Handle dodges it nicely.
Handle tries to roll over but Complete keeps him under control.
Complete looks to land a strike but Handle avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Handle working a defensive guard here.
Complete is working Handle over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T4#
Complete throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Handle works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Complete cracks Handle with a solid left hand.
Handle not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Complete with a nice head shot there.
Complete throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Handle works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Complete passes Handle's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Complete winds up and cracks Handle with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Complete sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Handle defending well though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Complete throws a strike but Handle avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Handle can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Complete controls the pace.
Complete wants to control from the top but Handle keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mr Complete dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Handle throws a lazy right hand but Complete sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Handle with a nice cross.#TD#
Complete feints and as Handle raises his hands in defense, Complete changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Handle looking for a sweep. Not yet Handle, not yet.
Complete wants to control from the top but Handle keeps moving.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Handle is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Handle won't allow Complete to sweep him here. #ES#
Complete uses the cage to get back to his feet.
No luck for Complete with that takedown attempt.
Complete uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Handle.
Handle throws a low kick but Complete avoids it.
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!
Handle chopping away at his opponent's legs.
#T1#
Complete swings widly with a right hand
and Handle counters with a three punch combo that has Complete backing up. Complete nods at Handle to acknowledge the strikes.
Handle looks to land a left hand but Complete moved out of range nicely.
Complete feinted with a counter takedown.
Handle's jab looks to have found its range, popping Complete under the eye.
Complete tries to clinch there but Handle circles away.
Handle slaps away a takedown attempt from Complete, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Complete walks into a straight right hand from Handle.
Handle scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Handle throws a right and a left that both miss.
Complete paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Nice shot lands for Handle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Complete closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Complete dives in and grabs Handle's left leg, looking for a takedown. Handle pushes down on Complete's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mr Complete. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Complete walks into a straight right hand from Handle.
A big left from Handle misses. #T2#
Handle misses with a straight right.
Complete fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Handle throws a sloppy head kick and Complete moves out of range easily.
Complete feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Complete looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Handle is fending him off so far but Complete persists. Nope, Handle circles away and we're back to standing.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A punch combination from Handle misses.
Complete fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Handle avoids it really well and circles away.
Complete on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Sloppy strikes from Handle. Those never looked like landing.
Handle lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Mr Complete is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nice uppercut there from Handle.
Handle misses with a left hand
and Complete counters with a left and a right that stings Handle.
Handle throws an overhand right that lands on Complete's shoulder, as Complete tries to avoid the shot. #T3#
Handle lands with a hook. Complete tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Complete looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Complete wants to clinch up but Handle keeps it at a distance.
Complete is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Complete will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Complete looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Handle is fending him off so far but Complete persists. Nope, Handle circles away and we're back to standing.
Handle tests Complete's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Handle scores with a body shot.
Handle dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A right-left combo lands from Handle.
Complete gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Handle lands a lovely overhand right.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Handle slips a straight right by Complete.
Handle lands a jab to the nose.
Handle bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Complete's head backwards.
Handle throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Handle thuds a left hand into Complete's body.
Complete shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Handle sprawls well. Handle wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Complete gets slowly back to his feet.
Handle looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Sloppy strikes from Handle. Those never looked like landing.
Handle misses with a left hand
and Complete counters with a stiff right hand.
Complete tries to land a leg kick but Handle saw it coming and moves away.
A leg kick checked by Handle.
It seemed like Handle was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Handle throws a right hand that Complete ducks under and follows up with a left that Complete also avoids with ease.
Handle throws a jab when Complete was well out of range.
Handle moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Complete staying out of range there.
And that's the end of the fight!
Max Handle comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Handle has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Max Handle!
A victorious Max Handle 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:
HFC 275 Viceroy vs Fame
Date: Aug 20, 2016 |
#R1#
Handle slips under a jab from Clack.
Clack scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Clack takes one to the chin there.
A combination from Handle does no damage.
Handle 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 slapping leg kick lands for Clack.
Clack with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Handle to score with a decent uppercut.
The fighters circle momentarily. Handle darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Clack slips a straight right by Handle.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Clack checks a leg kick.
Clack ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Handle moves away.
Handle throws a head kick but Clack moves out of range.
Clack closes this distance looking for a takedown but Handle circles away.
Handle throws a lazy right hand but Clack sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Clack bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Handle pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Handle throws a series of punches but Clack avoids them all with ease.
Clack swings widly with a right hand
and Handle counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Handle will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
#T1#
Clack tries to move into range but Handle moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Clack tries to move into range but Handle moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Clack throws a right and a left that Handle avoids nicely.
Clack connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Handle's hands.
Handle thows a left - swing and a miss!
Clack lands a glancing blow to the side of Handle's head.
Clack moves away from the strike by Handle.
Clack avoids a punch combination nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Clack on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Handle swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Handle throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A combination from Handle does no damage.
Clack throws an off balance right hand
and Handle counters with a two punch combo.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Clack throws a leg kick which misses Handle's front leg but catches the back leg as Handle tries to avoid it.
Clack throws a quick inside leg kick.
Handle thows a leg kick but Clack checks it #TD#
and Clack decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Handle's guard.
Clack preventing the sweep. #T2#
Clack stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Handle swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Handle working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Clack.
Handle managing to control the position.
Clack wants to pass the guard but Handle is keeping the position.#T3#
Handle looking to hit a scissor sweep but Clack is one step ahead there.
Handle is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Handle scores with a three punch combo!
Handle moves out of range as Clack strikes.
No joy there for Handle, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Clack tries to counter with a takedown but Handle is quick to defend against it.
Clack throws a hook to the side of Handle's head but Handle sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Handle missing with a left hand there. Clack was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Max Handle is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Handle fails to land with a series of punches.
#T4#
A punch combination from Handle misses.
Handle fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Clack has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Handle fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Clack lands with a shot to the body.
Handle throws a hook but Clack avoids it easily.
Handle thows a left - swing and a miss!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Handle misses with a combination
#TD#
and Clack decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Handle's guard.
Clack not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Clack lands a couple of digs.
Handle is trying to keep Clack in close.
Clack's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Clack's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Max Handle dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Handle tries to land a leg kick but Clack saw it coming and moves away.
A left and a right from Handle both land. Nice combination.
Handle staying out of range there.
A punch lands to the side of Clack 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Handle leaves Clack with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Handle.
Clack takes a swing at Handle's ribcage but misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Handle misses the target.
Handle moves out of range as Clack strikes.
Handle scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Clack takes a swing at Handle's ribcage but misses.
Handle has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Clack.
Clack closes this distance looking for a takedown but Handle circles away.
Handle shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Handle punishes Clack's body with a nice straight punch.#T1#
Handle uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Clack throws a looping overhand right but Handle ducks down to avoid it.
Handle works the jab nicely.
Handle scores with a three punch combo!
Handle dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Clack throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Handle looks to throw the jab but Clack is out of range.
Handle has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A punch combination from Handle misses.
Handle slips under a jab.
Clack moves away from the strike by Handle.
Handle steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Clack.
A telegraphed right hand from Clack misses the target.
Clack cracks Handle with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Handle slips under a jab from Clack.
Handle is looking for the big counter here.
Clack takes a swing at Handle's ribcage but misses.
Clack misses with a left hand
and Handle counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T2#
Handle slips under a jab from Clack.
Handle fails to land with a series of punches.
Clack drops down looking for a counter takedown but Handle sprawls and moves away.
Handle fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Clack manages to avoid it.
Handle scores with a jab. Clack acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Clack displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Handle throws out the jab.
Handle misses with a looping right.
Clack defending well as Handle loads up on a big left hand.
Handle looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A big right from Handle misses.
Clack swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Handle swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Handle uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Clack.
Clack ducks under a wild hook from Handle.
Handle throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Handle misses with an uppercut
letting Clack counter with a right hand.
Clack ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Handle moves away.
Clack misses with a double jab.
#T3#
Clack walks into a stiff left hand from Handle.
Handle ducks under a wild hook from Clack.
Clack slips a jab from Handle.
Handle throws a looping overhand right but Clack ducks down to avoid it.
Handle throws a hook to the side of Clack's head but Clack sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Clack throws a solid leg kick but Handle takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Clack.
Handle thows a leg kick but Clack checks it #TD#
and Clack decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Handle's guard.
Clack trying to control the position from guard on top but Handle is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Clack slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Clack distracts Handle with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Clack postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Clack throwing strikes but missing.
Clack has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T4#
Clack trying to control but Handle is working from the bottom.
Handle controls Clack momentarily but Clack frees himself.
Clack with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Handle keeping moving, preventing Clack from controlling successfully.
Clack stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Handle swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kenny Clack overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Clack slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Handle is pulling down on Clack's head to control his posture.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Max Handle showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Handle throws a right hand that Clack ducks under and follows up with a left that Clack also avoids with ease.
Clack keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Handle.
Clack throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Handle throws out a counter right but Clack avoids it with no problem.
Handle steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Clack.
Clack keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Clack throws a shot from downtown. Handle moves away and avoids it.
Clack looks to score with a jab to the body but Handle is just out of range.
Clack swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Clack connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Handle's hands.
Clack avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Clack feinted with a counter takedown.
Handle lands with a straight right. Clack didn't see that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Handle throws a looping overhand right but Clack ducks down to avoid it.
Handle looks to land a left hand but Clack moved out of range nicely.
Clack was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Clack throws an overhand right that lands on Handle's shoulder, as Handle tries to avoid the shot.
Handle throws a right and a left that both miss.
Clack avoids the head kick by Handle.
#T1##KD#
Clack throws a left that rocks Handle and follows with a right that sends him tumbling to the canvas! Clack dives into side control, looking to finish! Can Handle regain composure!
#ROC#
Handle is rocked!
Clack lands a few punches from side control.
Handle is still in real trouble! Can Clack finish him?
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Clack grinds an elbow into Handle's temple.
Handle is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Clack is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Clack lands a big elbow from half guard. That looks like it's hurt Handle quite badly. Handle pulls Clack in close trying to recover. Clack postures up and lands two really hard shots that put Handle on queer street! The ref takes a look and decides to call an end to the fight! Possibly an early stoppage but Handle doesn't seem to be complaining too much.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kenny Clack!
A relieved looking Kenny Clack thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
HFC Challengers 80
Date: Jul 24, 2016 |
#R1#
Handle throws a hook but Ua blocks it.
Handle throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
As Handle tries to get set, Ua tries to push him back and clinch up but Handle manages to avoid the attempt.
A slow jab from Handle misses its intended target.
Handle jabs Ua to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Ua avoids a punch combination nicely.
As Handle tries to get set, Ua tries to push him back and clinch up but Handle manages to avoid the attempt.
Handle throws a series of punches but Ua moves out of range.
Ua is looking to counter the offense by Handle and move into the clinch.#CL#
Ua clinches with his opponent.
Handle lands with a short shot to the head.
Ua keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Handle's efforts to push away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Handle lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A right hook to the body lands for Handle.
Handle blocking some punches.
A nice left hand lands by Handle.
A nice left hand lands by Handle.
#T1#
Handle scores with a shot to the side of Ua's head.
A left hand lands to the body for Ua.
#BC2#
Handle manages to break the clinch.
Ua takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Handle looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Handle lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Ua circles away quickly and effectively.
Left hook, right uppercut from Handle. #ROC2#
Ua is rocked!
Handle connects with a picture perfect right hand that knocks Ua out cold! This one is over in a flash!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Max Handle!
A very excited looking Max Handle made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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HFC Challengers 78
Date: Jun 26, 2016 |
#R1#
Handle misses with a hook.
Prizefighter throws a front kick aimed at Handle's knee but Handle avoids it well.
A leg kick checked by Prizefighter.
Prizefighter throws a nice outside leg kick.
Prizefighter checks a leg kick nicely.
Prizefighter throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Handle tries a quick counter leg kick but Prizefighter is wise to it.
Prizefighter staying out of range there.
Max Handle seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A punch lands to the side of Prizefighter 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Handle misses with a series of wild punches.
Handle stalks Prizefighter and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Prizefighter's face. Prizefighter staggers backwards, shaken.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Handle throws a nice looking combination but Prizefighter bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Handle showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Prizefighter.
Handle misses with a straight right.
Prizefighter moves out of range of the strikes.
Handle punishes Prizefighter's body with a nice straight punch.#T1#
A head kick misses from Handle.
Crunch! Prizefighter slams his shin into Handle's torso.
Prizefighter finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A big right from Handle misses.
Good leg kick by Prizefighter there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Prizefighter bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Prizefighter changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Nice defenses there by Prizefighter.
Prizefighter dodges the punch combination from Handle.
Prizefighter walks into a stiff left hand from Handle.
Handle throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Handle looks to land a combination but Prizefighter avoids it well.
Handle fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
We've been informed that Handle 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.
Prizefighter has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Handle throws the left hand but Prizefighter avoids the punch easily.
Prizefighter clobbers Handle with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T2#
Prizefighter cracks the inside of Handle's front leg.
Prizefighter throws a leg kick but Handle checks it.
Handle loads up on a big right hand but Prizefighter slips the punch.#CL#
Prizefighter takes the fight into the clinch.
Prizefighter lands a body shot in the clinch.
Prizefighter blocking some punches.
Handle misses with the head strike.
Prizefighter blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Handle misses with a hook to the ribs.
A nice right hand lands inside from Prizefighter.
Prizefighter blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Handle misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Handle blocks a body shot from Prizefighter.
Handle on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Prizefighter tries to work over Handle's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Handle tries to break the clinch but Prizefighter is controlling the position.
Prizefighter tries a body shot but Handle blocks it.
#T3#
Handle on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
A short left from Prizefighter.
Handle works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
#BC2#
Handle pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Handle avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Prizefighter really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Prizefighter takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A big right from Handle misses.
Prizefighter drops his hands momentarily and Handle takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Handle takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Prizefighter scores with a one two! Handle had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Handle fails to land with a series of punches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Handle misses with an uppercut
#CL#
and Prizefighter counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Prizefighter is trying to stall.
Prizefighter lands an elbow inside.
A short body shot lands from Prizefighter as the two fighters clinch.
Handle working hard to break the clinch.#T4#
Prizefighter misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Handle.
Prizefighter scores a nice knee to the body.
Handle misses with the head strike.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Handle just misses with a elbow thrown towards Prizefighter's brow.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Prizefighter.
A frustrated look appears on Handle's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Prizefighter tries to land knees in the clinch but Handle avoids the damage to the body. #TD#
Prizefighter drags the fight down to the ground.
Prizefighter looking to hit a scissor sweep but Handle is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Prizefighter working for a triangle but Handle defends it easily.
Handle missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Max Handle will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Handle throws a hook to the side of Prizefighter's head but Prizefighter sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Handle looks to land a combination but Prizefighter avoids it well. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Handle is trying to break free.#BC2#
Handle pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Prizefighter scores with a head kick.
HeavyWeight Prizefighter is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Prizefighter turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Handle shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Max Handle seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Prizefighter slips a jab and a cross from Handle.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Prizefighter, right into the meat.
Handle swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Prizefighter fails to land the takedown.
A slow jab from Handle misses its intended target.
Handle lands a two punch combo.
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!
Prizefighter misses with a low kick.
#T1#
A telegraphed right hand from Handle misses the target.
It looked like Prizefighter was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
A head kick by Prizefighter misses
and Handle counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Handle looks to throw the jab but Prizefighter is out of range.
Handle throws a series of punches but Prizefighter moves out of range.
Prizefighter moves out of range of the strikes.
Handle thows a left - swing and a miss!
Prizefighter appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Handle lands a nice shot that snaps Prizefighter's head back.
Prizefighter dives in for a single leg takedown but Handle sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
A chopping leg kick lands by Handle.
Prizefighter fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Handle has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Prizefighter just misses with a punch to the body.
Handle cracks the inside of Prizefighter's front leg.
Handle tries to bum rush Prizefighter with a series of wild strikes but Prizefighter uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Prizefighter tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Handle manages to circle out of the way.
Prizefighter throws a leg kick
and Handle cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Sloppy strikes from Handle. Those never looked like landing.
Max Handle is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Good work by Handle as he checks the leg kick.#T2#
Handle takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A telegraphed right hand from Handle misses the target.
Prizefighter is looking to counter with a body kick.
Prizefighter lands with a thumping leg kick.
Prizefighter checks the leg kick.
Handle misses with a series of wild punches.
Good standup being displayed there by Prizefighter as he connects with a hook.
Handle clobbers Prizefighter with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Prizefighter avoids the body shot from Handle.
Prizefighter pivots, looking for a leg kick but Handle is out of range and Prizefighter settles back down.
A jab from Handle does it's job there.#CL#
Prizefighter clinches up with Handle and pushes him back against the cage.
Handle blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Handle misses with an elbow over the top.#T3#
Prizefighter works on Handle's body with a couple of short punches.
Handle throws a head punch that misses.
Prizefighter lands a nice knee to the body.
Handle is trying to force a seperation but Prizefighter has the dominant position.
Prizefighter unloads a knee to the mid-section. Handle lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Prizefighter missing with knees to the body.
The referee is keeping an eye on Handle - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Handle misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Prizefighter breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Handle misses with a hook. Prizefighter ducked under it nicely.
Handle tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Prizefighter is looking to chop away at Handle's legs.
Handle misses with a double jab.
Handle throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Prizefighter wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T4#
Prizefighter lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Handle throws a right hand that misses
and Prizefighter makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Prizefighter tries to land a front kick but Handle steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Prizefighter connects with a knee to the head.
Prizefighter with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Handle lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Handle wants to break the clinch but can't.
Handle on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Prizefighter lands a body shot in the clinch.
Prizefighter prevents Handle from breaking the clinch.
Prizefighter tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Handle's elbow.
Handle trying to land knees to the body.
Prizefighter is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Handle is defending well for now.#BC#
Prizefighter escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A shot to the liver by Handle. Beautiful body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Max Handle will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Prizefighter slips under a jab from Handle.
Handle takes a kick to the side of the head.
A slapping leg kick lands for Prizefighter.
Handle swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A leg kick checked by Handle.
Prizefighter ducks under a wild hook from Handle.
Handle throws a hook but Prizefighter blocks it.
Handle scores with a jab to the body.
Prizefighter will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Handle pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Handle checks a leg kick nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Handle displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Prizefighter throws out the jab.
Handle misses with a series of wild punches.
Handle rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Prizefighter moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A slapping leg kick lands for Prizefighter.
#T1#
Handle closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Some bone on bone action there as Handle checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Prizefighter wants to slow Handle down by chopping away at his legs.
A good leg kick by Handle.
Handle turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Prizefighter tries to score with a low kick but Handle moves his leg out of the way.
Handle lands a leg kick that knocks Prizefighter off balance momentarily.
A punch lands to the side of Prizefighter 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Handle lands a nice shot to the body.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Handle, as that shot connected.
Handle keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Prizefighter.
Handle throws a series of punches but Prizefighter moves out of range.
Prizefighter dodges the punch combination from Handle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Prizefighter pushes Handle away with a front kick.#T2#
Handle takes a kick to the side of the head.
Handle misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Prizefighter.
Handle throws a one two combo.
Prizefighter drops his hands momentarily and Handle takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
That kick from Handle tenderised Prizefighter's leg. Prizefighter is trying to keep his angry face on.
Handle misses with a looping right.
A clash of legs there as Handle blocks the low kick.
Handle lands a jab to the nose.
Prizefighter tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Handle counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Prizefighter looks to throw a body kick
and Handle counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Handle is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#T3#
Handle throws a hook but Prizefighter avoids it easily.
Prizefighter with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Handle's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Handle misses with a combination
and Prizefighter counters with an inside leg kick.
Handle scores with a jab. Prizefighter acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #TD#
Prizefighter is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Handle's half guard.
Handle takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Prizefighter tries to pass to full mount but Handle defends it.
Prizefighter lands strikes from half guard.
Prizefighter not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Prizefighter not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Handle trying to control but Prizefighter postures up.
Prizefighter looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Handle with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T4#
Ground and pound from Prizefighter.
Max Handle is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Prizefighter prevents Handle from improving his position.
Handle trying to control from the bottom.
Prizefighter has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Prizefighter looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
HeavyWeight Prizefighter has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Handle moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Handle avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Prizefighter throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Prizefighter makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Max Handle comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Handle winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Max Handle!
After winning the bout, Max Handle 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:
HFC Challengers 76
Date: May 29, 2016 |
#R1#
Danga de danga de dang - Handle scores with a four punch combination!
David Frank throws a lazy right hand but Handle sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
David Frank showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Handle.
David Frank tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Handle throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from David Frank is defended easily by Handle.
David Frank uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Handle.
David Frank keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Handle looks to land a combination but David Frank avoids it well.
Max Handle seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Handle jabs David Frank right on the nose. David Frank blinks but takes it well.
Handle throws a series of punches but David Frank moves out of range.
A combination from Handle does no damage.
Sloppy strikes from Handle. Those never looked like landing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Handle misses with a hook.
Handle lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
#T1#
David Frank tries to close the distance and clinch up but Handle swats him away and circles back towards the center.
David Frank avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Some wild striking there from Handle.
David Frank is looking to counter the offense by Handle and move into the clinch.
Handle misses with a two punch combination.
Handle throws a right and a left that both miss.
David Frank was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Handle thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on David Frank if he has to take too many more of those.
David Frank throws a head kick that misses.
Handle is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
David Frank throws a head kick but Handle moves out of range.
Handle's corner calls for a 1-2. Handle obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Handle throws a series of punches but David Frank avoids them all with ease.
David Frank goes for a double leg but Handle avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Handle continues to drive forward.
Handle's jab looks to have found its range, popping David Frank under the eye.
Handle misses with a wild combination.
Handle 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.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Handle misses with an uppercut. David Frank saw that one coming.#T2#
Handle throws a combination but it was largely blocked by David Frank.
Handle rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but David Frank moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Handle misses with a hook. David Frank ducked under it nicely.
A cross from Handle lands.
David Frank dodges the punch combination from Handle.
Handle displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from David Frank.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jason David Frank. That's going to take a lot out of him.
David Frank has a takedown stuffed.
Handle ducks down and throws a hook to the body but David Frank moves away.
Handle swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Handle lands with a right hand.
Handle throws a series of punches but David Frank avoids them all with ease.
David Frank darts in looking for a takedown but Handle gets double underhooks and turns David Frank into the cage. #T3#
Handle misses with a double jab.
Handle scores with a jab to the head.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from David Frank.
Handle might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Handle connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between David Frank's hands.
Handle throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Handle throws a one two combo.
David Frank displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Handle throws out the jab.
Handle is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! David Frank had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
A swing and a miss from Handle.
A swing and a miss from Handle.
Handle swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Handle looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A slapping leg kick lands for Handle.
David Frank shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Handle as he jumps to the side.
Handle is looking for the big counter here.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Handle sizes up David Frank with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Handle connects with a good right hand that stumbles David Frank. David Frank circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
David Frank darts in looking for a takedown but Handle gets double underhooks and turns David Frank into the cage.
David Frank gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Handle misses with a jab, cross combination.
David Frank misses with a lunging right hand
and Handle counters with a one-two to the body.
David Frank ducks under a wild hook from Handle.#CL#
David Frank has taken the fight to the clinch.
Handle is trying to break the clinch but David Frank has him pressed against the cage.
Handle looking to slow down the pace here.#BC2#
Handle breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
David Frank avoids a punch combination nicely.
David Frank appears to be looking for a big counter.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Max Handle dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
David Frank throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Handle is looking to slow David Frank down with leg kicks.
Handle's jab looks to have found its range, popping David Frank under the eye.
David Frank checks a leg kick.
David Frank swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Handle scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Max Handle seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Handle sizes up David Frank with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Handle scores with a nice strike.
Handle scores with a hook.#ROC2#
David Frank is rocked!
David Frank takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Oh David Frank is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Handle connects with a superb combination that knocks David Frank out cold! The referee charges across the mat and tackles Handle before he can land any more shots to the unconscious David Frank!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Max Handle!
A relieved looking Max Handle 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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