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Event:
CACC 103
Date: Jun 27, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 5 losses; Jesus St Pierre! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 3 losses; Ray Malenko!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Wesley Smith and Chris Downing.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
St Pierre closes the distance and clinches up with Malenko, looking for a takedown. St Pierre pushes Malenko against the ropes but Malenko circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#CL2#
Malenko rushes St Pierre and presses him up against the ropes.
Malenko gets underhooks to prevent St Pierre's takedown attempt.
#TD#
St Pierre jumps into guard, dragging Malenko to the mat.
St Pierre is trying to keep Malenko in close.
St Pierre looking to hit a scissor sweep but Malenko is one step ahead there.
St Pierre is working hard here to advance position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malenko trying to control but St Pierre is working from the bottom. #T1##SUB#
St Pierre is looking for a triangle but Malenko pushes his legs off easily.
St Pierre has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Malenko has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: St Pierre (0) vs (3) Malenko
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Malenko trying to control the position but St Pierre is working away. #SUB2#
Malenko looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Malenko is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. St Pierre knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
St Pierre manages to get back to half guard.#T2##SUB2#
Malenko is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
St Pierre gets full guard.#SUB#
St Pierre has his foot on Malenko's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Malenko works his way back into a safe position though.
St Pierre is trying to control the position from the bottom.
St Pierre tries to land a sweep but no joy.
St Pierre working a defensive guard here.
Malenko wants to pass the guard but St Pierre is keeping the position.#T3#
Malenko trying to control but St Pierre is working from the bottom.
Malenko preventing the sweep.
St Pierre trying to control the position.
#SUB2#
Malenko drops back looking for a leg! St Pierre is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and St Pierre manages to kick Malenko off! Malenko jumps back into St Pierre's guard.
Malenko pushes down on St Pierre's leg and manages to get into half guard.
St Pierre gets back to full guard.
#T4#
St Pierre wants to hit a sweep here but Malenko passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for St Pierre there! Score +3 for passing guard: St Pierre (0) vs (6) Malenko
St Pierre tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Malenko tries to control but St Pierre wriggling away. #T5#
St Pierre wants to control but Malenko is having none of it.
Malenko can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as St Pierre is looking to escape. #SUB2#
Malenko jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but St Pierre manages to avoid the submission attempt.
St Pierre can't do much from the bottom here.
St Pierre tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T6##SUB2#
Malenko looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Malenko working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Malenko working away.
Malenko is looking to take a break and control but St Pierre is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
St Pierre manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: St Pierre (2) vs (6) Malenko#T7#
St Pierre is looking to take a break and control but Malenko is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
St Pierre frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: St Pierre (5) vs (6) Malenko#SUB#
St Pierre goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Malenko is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: St Pierre (5) vs (8) Malenko
Malenko sitting in guard, not really doing much.
St Pierre keeping moving, preventing Malenko from controlling successfully. #T8#
St Pierre wants to sweep here but Malenko controlling him for the moment.
Malenko trying to control but St Pierre is working from the bottom.
St Pierre looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
St Pierre is trying to keep Malenko in close.
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.
Malenko trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
St Pierre wants to sweep here but Malenko controlling him for the moment.
Malenko passes St Pierre's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
St Pierre has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Malenko is working away from the top position though.
St Pierre is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Chris Leben KO Academy , so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T9#
St Pierre wants to sweep but Malenko has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: St Pierre (5) vs (11) Malenko
Malenko working away.#SUB2#
Malenko thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Malenko is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but St Pierre is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
St Pierre is trying to get back to half guard.
St Pierre gets back to half guard.#T10#
St Pierre wants to control but Malenko is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Malenko is looking to stall here but St Pierre recovers full guard.
Malenko trying to control but St Pierre is working from the bottom. #SUB#
St Pierre looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Malenko has picked St Pierre up and slammed him! St Pierre can't keep hold of the triangle and Malenko manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: St Pierre (5) vs (14) Malenko#SUB2#
Malenko is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, St Pierre has escaped the position, nice work there.
St Pierre is trying to control Malenko's posture but Malenko avoids it.
My spies in Clark's Champion's inform me that Malenko has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T11#
St Pierre tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Malenko wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Malenko is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, St Pierre has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
Malenko tries for a kimura but St Pierre is defending well. #SUB2#
Malenko tries for a kimura but St Pierre is defending well.
St Pierre gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T12#
St Pierre is not content to let Malenko control the position.
St Pierre slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
St Pierre is trying to keep Malenko in close.
St Pierre 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: St Pierre (7) vs (14) Malenko
Malenko moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Malenko keeping moving, preventing St Pierre from controlling successfully. #T13##SUB2#
St Pierre got a little sloppy there for a moment and Malenko has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, St Pierre has managed to get both his arms back between Malenko's legs - danger averted.
St Pierre is looking to advance position but Malenko has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: St Pierre (7) vs (18) Malenko
St Pierre is trying desperately to improve position.#SUB2#
Malenko goes for an armbar but he's not got it… St Pierre turns into him and now he's in Malenko's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: St Pierre (9) vs (18) Malenko
St Pierre is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T14#
St Pierre is looking to pass into half guard but Malenko pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Malenko is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: St Pierre (9) vs (20) Malenko#SUB2#
Malenko is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
St Pierre wants to sweep but no luck.
Malenko wants to control from the top but St Pierre keeps moving.
Malenko might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control St Pierre haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
St Pierre working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Malenko has passed into half guard!
St Pierre tries to get to full guard but Malenko has control of the leg.
And that's the end of the fight!
Malenko wins on points by 20 to 9.
Ray Malenko is the new lightweight champion!
A victorious Ray Malenko 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 98
Date: Jun 13, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 3 losses; Ray Malenko! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 5 losses; Joshua Brown!
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Malenko gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Brown goes for a takedown in the clinch but Malenko prevents it.
#TD2#
Brown works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Malenko (0) vs (2) Brown
Brown stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Malenko swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Malenko working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Brown doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Brown manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
We've been hearing good reports from Malenko'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.
Brown trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Malenko is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brown trying to control the position from guard on top but Malenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Brown is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#SUB#
Brown got a little sloppy there for a moment and Malenko has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Brown has managed to get both his arms back between Malenko's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Malenko looking for a guillotine here but Brown defends easily.
Brown tries to free his leg and advance position but Malenko is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Malenko looking for a triangle here. Brown is fighting it but it looks tight! Malenko pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Brown is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Ray Malenko!
During a confident post fight interview, Ray Malenko thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
The defeated Joshua Brown had this to say: 'I will learn from this!!'. |
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Event:
CACC 93 CORONA 1ST RD
Date: May 23, 2020 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ray Malenko (ranked 1358 p4p, 167 weight class) and Guilherme Mendes (ranked 3045 p4p, 333 weight class). Malenko comes to the ring accompanied by Skrr computers . Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 3 losses; Ray Malenko! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 10 losses; Guilherme Mendes!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Franklin, Stewart Dunkirk and Cecil Peabody.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Malenko has closed the distance and engaged Mendes in a clinch.
Mendes is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Malenko pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Malenko has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Mendes uses from the top position.
Mendes drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Malenko dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Malenko (2) vs (0) Mendes
Mendes is trying to keep Malenko in close.
Malenko drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Mendes dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Malenko (2) vs (2) Mendes
Mendes is pushing down on Malenko's leg trying to pass to half guard. Malenko is fighting to maintain full guard but Mendes has managed to sneak the leg through.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mendes is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
We've been hearing good reports from Malenko'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.
Mendes wants to work for an arm triangle but Malenko is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Malenko is trying to control but can't.
Mendes is working for a kimura but Malenko is defending it quite comfortably.
Malenko trying to control from the bottom.
Mendes trying to control the action but Malenko is working from the bottom.
Mendes is just content to waste time from the top position. Malenko takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mendes trying to control the position from guard on top but Malenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Malenko has his foot on Mendes's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Mendes works his way back into a safe position though.
Mendes slips nicely into half guard.
Malenko is staying active underneath Mendes, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Mendes is looking for a kimura but Malenko is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Mendes to get the leverage.
Malenko moves into full guard.
Mendes looking to sit in guard and control but Malenko gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Malenko (4) vs (2) Mendes
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mendes not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Malenko thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Malenko trying to control the position from guard on top but Mendes is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Malenko drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Malenko jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Mendes keeping moving, preventing Malenko from controlling successfully.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Mendes seems keen to control Malenko's posture.
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 four minutes gone in the round.
Malenko looking to pass the guard.
Malenko is pushing down on Mendes's leg trying to pass to half guard. Mendes is fighting to maintain full guard but Malenko has managed to sneak the leg through.
Mendes has a hand on Malenko's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Malenko takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Malenko (7) vs (2) Mendes
Malenko wants to control but instead Mendes manages to regain half guard.
Malenko is working for a submission of some sort.
Mendes wants to get back to full guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Mendes moves into full guard.
Malenko drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Malenko jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Malenko trying to control the position from guard on top but Mendes is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Malenko thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Mendes pulls Malenko in close to prevent any damage.
Malenko trying to control but Mendes is working from the bottom.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Mendes is trying to control the position but Malenko postures up.
Malenko wants to control from the top but Mendes keeps moving.
Malenko is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Mendes is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Mendes controls Malenko momentarily but Malenko frees himself.
Mendes is pulling down on Malenko's head to control his posture.
Mendes trying to keep a closed guard but Malenko is proving a slippery customer.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Malenko trying to control but Mendes is working from the bottom.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Mendes holds on and takes a little breather.
Malenko stopping the sweep attempt from Mendes.
Mendes is pulling down on Malenko's head. It's preventing any offense from Malenko, at least for the moment.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Malenko passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Malenko (10) vs (2) Mendes
Mendes is looking for a sweep.
Mendes sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Malenko wants to control but Mendes is keeping him busy.
Mendes wants to control but Malenko is keeping busy.
Mendes might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Malenko haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Mendes is not content to let Malenko control the position.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Malenko is thwarting Mendes's attempts to control the position.
Malenko wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mendes keeps working.
Mendes manages to get to full guard.
Mendes keeping moving, preventing Malenko from controlling successfully.
Malenko looking to pass the guard.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Malenko trying to control but Mendes is working from the bottom.
Malenko has gone for a leg lock! Mendes slips out almost immediately though and dives into Malenko's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Malenko (10) vs (4) Mendes
Malenko is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Mendes advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Malenko (10) vs (7) Mendes
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Mendes goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Malenko rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Mendes's guard! Nice work there by Malenko! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Malenko (12) vs (7) Mendes
Malenko trying to control the position from guard on top but Mendes is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Malenko drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Mendes manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Malenko has Mendes in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Malenko (12) vs (9) Mendes
Malenko looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Mendes trying to control the position from guard on top but Malenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
My spies in TZY MMA inform me that Mendes has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Mendes stands and throws Malenko's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Malenko (12) vs (12) Mendes
Mendes tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Mendes has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Malenko tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Malenko is not content to let Mendes control the position.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Malenko can't do much from the bottom here.
Mendes working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Malenko tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Mendes wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Mendes goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Malenko rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Mendes's guard! Nice work there by Malenko! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Malenko (14) vs (12) Mendes
Mendes is trying to keep Malenko in close.
Malenko pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mendes is keeping the position for now.
Malenko is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Mendes looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Malenko drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Malenko jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Malenko takes the fight on points by 14 to 12.
During a confident post fight interview, Ray Malenko thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CACC 88
Date: May 10, 2020 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Samuel Cooke (ranked 1502 p4p, 180 weight class) and Ray Malenko (ranked 1320 p4p, 162 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Cooke might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Harm's Way - Warriors Will Reign. Malenko has chosen Skrr computers 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 lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Samuel Cooke! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 2 losses; Ray Malenko!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Percy O'Donnell and Timothy Bukovac.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Malenko gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Malenko pulls Cooke into guard.
Cooke is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Malenko is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Malenko has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cooke (0) vs (2) Malenko
Malenko trying to control but Cooke is working from the bottom.
Malenko drops back looking for a leg! Cooke is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Cooke manages to kick Malenko off! Malenko jumps back into Cooke's guard.
Malenko wants to control from the top but Cooke keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Malenko passes into half guard.
Malenko is looking to stall here but Cooke recovers full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Malenko trying to control but Cooke is working from the bottom.
Malenko passes into half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Malenko trying to work for an americana but Cooke has managed to regain full guard.
Malenko wants to pass the guard but Cooke is keeping the position.
Malenko drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Malenko jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Malenko wants to control from the top but Cooke keeps moving.
My spies in Clark's Champion's inform me that Malenko has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Cooke had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Malenko defends it easily.
Malenko got a little sloppy there for a moment and Cooke has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Malenko has managed to get both his arms back between Cooke's legs - danger averted.
Cooke seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Malenko trying to control the position from guard on top but Cooke is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Malenko passes Cooke's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Malenko wants to lay and pray for a moment but Cooke keeps working.
Malenko is looking for a kimura here.
Malenko is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Cooke looking for submissions off his back.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Malenko is controlling the pace.
Malenko is working for an americana but Cooke has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Malenko was thinking about the submission.
Cooke looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Malenko trying to control but Cooke is working from the bottom.
Malenko 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.
Malenko trying to control but Cooke is working from the bottom.
Malenko might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Cooke haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Malenko stands and throws Cooke's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Cooke (0) vs (5) Malenko
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Malenko working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Malenko goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Cooke has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Malenko but great work by Cooke. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Cooke (4) vs (5) Malenko
Malenko tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Cooke wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Cooke gets to mount! Malenko was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Cooke (6) vs (5) Malenko
Malenko tries to hold on but Cooke postures up.
Malenko is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Cooke is staying active.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Malenko is trying to reverse the position but instead Cooke has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Cooke (9) vs (5) Malenko
Malenko turns into Cooke and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cooke (9) vs (7) Malenko
Malenko thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Malenko is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Cooke has his foot on Malenko's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Malenko works his way back into a safe position though.
Malenko pushing down on Cooke's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Malenko wants to take a breather but Cooke is having none of it.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Cooke is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Malenko wants to free his trapped foot but Cooke is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Malenko 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.
Cooke actively working from the bottom here.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Malenko is taking a breather. Cooke 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.
Malenko is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Cooke is just riding it out for now. Malenko eventually gives up the hold.
Cooke looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Malenko is looking for a kimura here.
Cooke moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Malenko is pushing down on Cooke's leg trying to pass to half guard. Cooke is fighting to maintain full guard but Malenko has managed to sneak the leg through.
Malenko is working for a kimura from half guard. He's really concentrating on the hold and it's allowed Cooke to slip a leg under and get back to full guard.
Malenko slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Cooke (9) vs (10) Malenko
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Malenko swings around for an armbar but Cooke sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Malenko's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cooke (11) vs (10) Malenko
Malenko working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Cooke doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Cooke manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Cooke drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Cooke jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Malenko throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Cooke escapes and throws Malenko's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Cooke (14) vs (10) Malenko
Malenko is looking for a sweep.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Malenko is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
Cooke looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Malenko holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage.
Cooke is trying to get an arm triangle but Malenko is defending well.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Malenko tries to bench press Cooke off him but Cooke keeps the position.
Malenko trying to control but Cooke flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Cooke (17) vs (10) Malenko
Cooke keeps control of the position as Malenko tries to break free.
Malenko is looking to control the hands but Cooke breaks free and manages to sink in a rear naked choke that ends the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Samuel Cooke!
A very excited looking Samuel Cooke 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:
CACC 84
Date: May 03, 2020 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ray Malenko (ranked 1295 p4p, 160 weight class) and Chris Boag (ranked 3136 p4p, 330 weight class). Malenko comes to the ring accompanied by Skrr computers . Ray Malenko is staring across the ring at his opponent, tweaking his nipples... Tweaking his own nipples that is.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 1 losses; Ray Malenko! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Chris Boag!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Timothy Bukovac and Percy O'Donnell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Boag keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Boag closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Malenko ties up his opponent against the ropes and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Malenko no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Malenko is looking for a triangle but Boag pushes his legs off easily.
Malenko has an active guard here but Boag has managed to pass into half guard.
Malenko actively working from the bottom here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malenko looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Malenko looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Malenko wants to get back to full guard but Boag has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Malenko (0) vs (3) Boag
Malenko really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Malenko tries to hold on but Boag pushes him away.
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.
We've been hearing good reports from Malenko'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.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Malenko gets back to half guard.
Malenko actively working from the bottom here.
Malenko has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Boag is working away from the top position though.
Malenko is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Malenko actively working from the bottom here.
Malenko tries to roll over but Boag keeps him under control.
Malenko looking for submissions off his back.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Malenko is trying to get back to full guard.
Malenko trying to hold on to Boag's head to control him but Boag postures up.
Malenko makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Malenko.
Malenko isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Boag stacks Malenko 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 Boag! Score +3 for passing guard: Malenko (0) vs (6) Boag
Malenko is looking for a sweep.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Malenko can't do much from the bottom here.
Malenko tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Boag wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Malenko is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Boag is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Malenko (0) vs (8) Boag
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Malenko is wriggling around trying to escape.
Malenko wants to hold on but Boag pushes him away.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Malenko is working to get back to half guard.
Malenko tries to control the position but Boag now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Malenko (0) vs (11) Boag
Malenko rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Boag is looking to take a break and control but Malenko is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boag is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Malenko tries to roll over but Boag keeps him under control.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Malenko is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Boag pulls his head out easily.
Boag is thwarting Malenko's attempts to control the position.
Malenko is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Boag pulls his head out easily.
Malenko actively working from the bottom here.
Malenko actively working from the bottom here.
Boag prevents Malenko from improving his position.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Malenko looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Boag is trying to control. Malenko wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Malenko wants to control but Boag passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Malenko (0) vs (14) Boag
Boag working away.
Malenko is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Boag's leg. Oh but that's left an opportunity for Boag! He's got an arm triangle... it looks tight! He's rotating and Malenko has tapped! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Chris Boag!
Chris Boag decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CACC 77
Date: Apr 18, 2020 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ray Malenko (ranked 1265 p4p, 160 weight class) and Kyle Seehaver (ranked 2282 p4p, 255 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Malenko might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Skrr computers . Man, I cannot wait for this one!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 1 losses; Ray Malenko! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 7 losses; Kyle Seehaver!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Percy O'Donnell and Timothy Bukovac.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Seehaver fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Malenko avoids it really well and circles away.
Seehaver misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Malenko wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Malenko has taken the fight to the clinch.
Malenko is pressed up against the ropes. Seehaver has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Malenko down to the mat. Malenko avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Ray Malenko has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kyle Seehaver.
Seehaver goes for a double leg but Malenko avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Malenko continues to drive forward.
Malenko definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Malenko clinches with his opponent.
Malenko successfully pulls guard.
Malenko is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Seehaver is aware though and is defending well.
Malenko wants to sweep here but Seehaver controlling him for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malenko working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Seehaver doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Seehaver manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Malenko keeping moving, preventing Seehaver from controlling successfully.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Malenko throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Seehaver preventing the sweep.
Malenko is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Seehaver 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.
Malenko controls Seehaver momentarily but Seehaver frees himself.
Malenko being controlled here, momentarily.
Seehaver trying to control the position from guard on top but Malenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Malenko escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Seehaver gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Malenko not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Malenko tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Malenko keeping moving, preventing Seehaver from controlling successfully.
Seehaver sitting in guard here, content to control.
Seehaver trying to control but Malenko is working from the bottom.
Malenko looking for a guillotine here but Seehaver defends easily.
Malenko looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Malenko keeping moving, preventing Seehaver from controlling successfully.
Malenko is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Seehaver wants to control from the top but Malenko keeps moving.
Malenko looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Seehaver wants to control from the top but Malenko keeps moving.
Malenko is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Seehaver thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Malenko working for a triangle but Seehaver defends it easily.
Malenko keeping moving, preventing Seehaver from controlling successfully.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Malenko has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Seehaver can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Seehaver trying to control the position from guard on top but Malenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Malenko looking for a guillotine here but Seehaver defends easily.
Malenko working for a triangle but Seehaver defends it easily.
Malenko keeping moving, preventing Seehaver from controlling successfully.
Malenko looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Malenko keeping moving, preventing Seehaver from controlling successfully.
Seehaver is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Seehaver's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Malenko is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Seehaver defends well.
Malenko keeping moving, preventing Seehaver from controlling successfully.
Malenko had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Seehaver defends it easily.
Malenko looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Malenko keeping moving, preventing Seehaver from controlling successfully.
Malenko working for a triangle but Seehaver defends it easily.
Malenko looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Seehaver is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Seehaver trying to control the position from guard on top but Malenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Malenko is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Seehaver is aware though and is defending well.
Malenko is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Seehaver wants to control from the top but Malenko keeps moving.
Seehaver avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Malenko throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Seehaver trying to control the position from guard on top but Malenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Malenko working for a triangle but Seehaver defends it easily.
Seehaver trying to control but Malenko is working from the bottom.
Seehaver is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Malenko is looking for a triangle but Seehaver pushes his legs off easily.
Malenko not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Seehaver trying to control but Malenko is working from the bottom.
Malenko is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Malenko looking to control.
Seehaver trying to control but Malenko is working from the bottom.
Seehaver thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Malenko keeping moving, preventing Seehaver from controlling successfully.
Seehaver postures up.
Malenko keeping moving, preventing Seehaver from controlling successfully.
Malenko looking for a guillotine here but Seehaver defends easily.
Malenko keeping moving, preventing Seehaver from controlling successfully.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Seehaver looking to sit in guard and control but Malenko gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Malenko (2) vs (0) Seehaver
Malenko preventing the sweep.
Malenko trying to control the position from guard on top but Seehaver is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Seehaver being controlled here, momentarily.
Seehaver 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.
Malenko trying to control but Seehaver is working from the bottom.
Seehaver working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Malenko doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Malenko manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Malenko wants to control from the top but Seehaver keeps moving.
Seehaver bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Malenko's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Malenko (2) vs (2) Seehaver
Malenko controlling the position.
Seehaver trying to control but Malenko is working from the bottom.
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.
Seehaver avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Seehaver trying to control but Malenko is working from the bottom.
Malenko has his foot on Seehaver's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Seehaver works his way back into a safe position though.
Seehaver trying to control the position from guard on top but Malenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Seehaver postures up.
Seehaver trying to control but Malenko is working from the bottom.
Seehaver looking to sit in guard and control but Malenko gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Malenko (4) vs (2) Seehaver
Seehaver has his foot on Malenko's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Malenko works his way back into a safe position though.
Seehaver bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Malenko's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Malenko (4) vs (4) Seehaver
Seehaver drops back looking for a leg! Malenko is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Malenko manages to kick Seehaver off! Seehaver jumps back into Malenko's guard.
Malenko manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Seehaver manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Malenko (6) vs (4) Seehaver
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Seehaver escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Malenko gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Malenko slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Seehaver is looking to sweep but instead, Malenko has passed into half guard.
Malenko is looking to take a break and control but Seehaver is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Seehaver slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Seehaver looking to hit a scissor sweep but Malenko is one step ahead there.
Seehaver keeping full guard, as Malenko tries to pass.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Seehaver looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Seehaver keeping moving, preventing Malenko from controlling successfully.
Malenko drops back looking for a leg! Seehaver is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Seehaver manages to kick Malenko off! Malenko jumps back into Seehaver's guard.
Seehaver keeping full guard, as Malenko tries to pass.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Seehaver is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Malenko defends well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Malenko takes the fight on points by 6 to 4.
A very excited looking Ray Malenko 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:
TR10: ORSINI VS. MAHMOUD
Date: Feb 15, 2020 |
#R1#
Malenko with a poor takedown
and Durden counters with a nice uppercut.
Malenko moves forwards but Durden connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Malenko misses with a few strikes there.
Durden digs a good body shot into Malenko's ribs.
Durden throws a quick inside leg kick.
Malenko swings widly with a right hand
and Durden counters with a nice body kick.
Durden dips to his left and cracks Malenko with an uppercut!
Durden 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.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Malenko.
Durden went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Durden tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Malenko is able to avoid easily.
Durden lands a slapping body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Durden lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Malenko throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
#T1#
Durden cracks the inside of Malenko's front leg.
Malenko fails with a takedown attempt.
Durden appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Tyler Durden has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ray Malenko.
Durden scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Durden showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Malenko.
Durden rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Malenko makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Durden throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Malenko scores with a nice right hand.
Durden scores with a jab.
Durden moves out of range as Malenko strikes.
Tyler Durden is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Malenko tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Durden counters with an inside leg kick.
Durden throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A good leg kick by Durden.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Malenko avoids a punch combination nicely.
Durden lands with a good body shot.#CL2#
Malenko pushes Durden up against the ropes in a clinch.
Durden misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Durden gets through Malenko's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T3#
Durden lands a left hand that snaps the head of Malenko backwards.
Durden blocks an uppercut.
Durden blocks a body shot from Malenko.
Malenko doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Durden swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Malenko tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Durden lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Durden scores with a shot to the side of Malenko's head.
Malenko can't find room to land a body shot as Durden controls the action.
Malenko misses with a hook to the ribs.
#BC#
Durden pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Malenko uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Durden.
Durden digs a good body shot into Malenko's ribs.
Durden throws a jab but it's blocked by Malenko.
Durden misses with a jab, cross combination.
A looping hook to the body misses from Malenko. Durden does a little dance to reset his feet.
Durden throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A jab from Durden finds it's way through Malenko's defenses.
Durden misses with a low kick.
Malenko moves to clinch but Durden breaks away
and Durden counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Malenko takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Malenko gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Durden connects with a body shot that sends Malenko's belly button to the back.
Malenko takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Malenko gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Malenko takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Malenko chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Durden can pounce on him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tyler Durden dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Malenko clinches.
Durden goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Malenko gets through Durden's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A short right from Malenko.
Durden is looking to break free of the clinch but Malenko has double underhooks.
A head punch on the inside from Malenko fails to land. #BC#
Durden breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Durden misses with a looping left.
Durden throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Malenko throws out a counter right but Durden avoids it with no problem.
Malenko throws a hook to the side of Durden's head but Durden sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Malenko staying out of range there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Durden gets caught flat footed, as Malenko shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Malenko wants to control from the top but Durden keeps moving. #T1##SUB2#
Malenko drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Durden dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Malenko wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Durden wants to pass the guard but Malenko is keeping the position.
Durden stands and throws Malenko's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Malenko is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T2#
Malenko trying to control here.
#SUB2#
Malenko looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Malenko is looking for a sweep. Durden is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Malenko is trying to maintain the position but Durden is very close to passing his half guard.
Durden is pressing down on Malenko's thigh, looking to free his foot. Malenko is holding on for now.
Malenko is looking to control Durden's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Malenko avoid being mounted?
Durden is looking to take a break and control but Malenko is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Malenko is looking to control Durden's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Malenko avoid being mounted?
Durden wants to take a breather but Malenko is having none of it.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#SUB2#
Malenko actively working from the bottom here.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Durden falls off balance throwing a combination
and Malenko counters with a nice body shot.
Malenko misses with a looping right.
Durden swinging wildly here.
Durden fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T4#
Malenko tries to clinch but Durden moves out of range.
Malenko thows a left - swing and a miss!
Malenko thows a left - swing and a miss!
Durden connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Danga de danga de dang - Durden scores with a four punch combination!
Durden looks to land a right hand but Malenko moved out of range.
Malenko digs a good hook to Durden's body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Durden throws a leg kick which misses Malenko's front leg but catches the back leg as Malenko tries to avoid it.
Malenko feints a jab promting Durden to slip. Malenko then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Durden slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Malenko waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Durden.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Ray Malenko 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#
Durden throws a shot from downtown. Malenko moves away and avoids it.#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Malenko has knocked Durden down with a huge combo! Malenko steps away and waves a wobbly Durden back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#
Durden is rocked!
Durden ducks under a wild hook from Malenko.
Durden throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Durden avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Malenko throws a lazy right hand but Durden sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Durden throws a looping overhand right but Malenko ducks down to avoid it.
Malenko appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Malenko on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Durden loads up on a big right hand but Malenko slips the punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Malenko dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Malenko scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#T1#
Malenko shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Durden but Durden pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Malenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Durden.
Durden lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Durden lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Durden misses with an attempted mid kick.
Malenko throws a counter combo.
Durden throws a body punch but Malenko moves out of range.
Malenko bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Malenko jabs Durden to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Malenko avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#CL2#
Durden tries to keep at a distance but Malenko has taken the fight into the clinch.#T2#
Malenko can't find room to land a body shot as Durden controls the action.
Durden working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Durden misses with a body punch.
Durden lands on the inside with an uppercut. #BC#
Durden breaks the clinch.
#CL2#
Malenko has taken the fight to the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Durden keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Malenko's efforts to push away.
Durden swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Durden struggles to land a body shot inside as Malenko controls his hands.
#BC#
Durden pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD2#
Malenko shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Malenko showed some decent athleticism there.
Durden is controlling Malenko's position as best he can from this difficult position.#T3#
Durden wants to control but Malenko is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Durden is defending against the submission attempts here by Malenko.
Durden trying to control but Malenko postures up.
#SUB2#
Malenko seems to be looking for submissions.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Malenko is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Durden has managed to free his arm - good work. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Malenko is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Durden wants to control but Malenko is keeping busy.
Durden moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Malenko stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Durden swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Malenko trying to control the position from guard on top but Durden is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ray Malenko comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Malenko 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 Shirou Masuda scores the fight 28:29
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Ray Malenko!
A relieved looking Ray Malenko 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:
TR3: BUNYASARN VS. CHLAPIK
Date: Dec 21, 2019 |
#R1##TD2#
Malenko scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
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.
Dyon tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2#
Malenko thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Malenko tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Malenko has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Dyon is looking to regain half guard here but Malenko keeps moving and retains side control.
Malenko wants to control but Dyon is keeping him busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Malenko in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Dyon is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ray Malenko!
Ray Malenko thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
TR1: BOAGRIUS VS. MULLER
Date: Nov 30, 2019 |
#R1#
Gavin misses with a wild body shot.
Gavin staying out of range there.
Gavin connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Gavin misses with a wild body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Malenko! But no joy.
Gavin throws a lazy right hand but Malenko sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Malenko looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Gavin thows a body kick. Malenko tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Malenko misses with a lunging right hand
and Gavin makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Gavin wants to clinch up but Malenko keeps it at a distance.
Gavin throws a leg kick but Malenko checks it.
Malenko swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Malenko takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Gavin moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malenko throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gavin sees it coming and avoids it easily.#CL2#
Malenko moves into the clinch.
Gavin lands a hook to the side of the head.
Malenko scores with a nice hook to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Malenko tries a body shot but Gavin blocks it.
#T1#
Gavin misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Malenko blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Gavin can't find room to land a body shot as Malenko controls the action.
Malenko misses with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Gavin.
Gavin tries a body shot but Malenko blocks it.
Gavin lands a left hand that snaps the head of Malenko backwards.
Malenko doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Gavin tries to throw a body punch but Malenko avoids it by throwing Gavin back against the ropes.
Gavin tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Gavin tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short uppercut from Gavin.
Malenko lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #BC2#
Malenko escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Malenko misses with an uppercut. Gavin saw that one coming.
Malenko walks into a left hand.
Gavin is looking to score with low kicks.
Malenko takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
#T2##CL2#
Malenko has Gavin up against the ropes in a clinch.
Gavin working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A short uppercut from Malenko.
Malenko lands a body punch.
Gavin digs a right hand into Malenko's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Malenko's gas tank.
Gavin misses with a punch on the inside.
Gavin tries a body shot but Malenko blocks it.
Malenko misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Gavin.
Malenko works on Gavin's body with a couple of short punches.
Gavin lands with a short shot to the head.
Malenko throws a punch but it's blocked by Gavin.
Malenko softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Malenko blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Gavin tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Gavin. #T3#
Malenko misses with a hook to the ribs.
Malenko tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Gavin blocks an uppercut.
Malenko misses with some punches.
Malenko swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Gavin misses with a punch on the inside.
A body shot lands from Gavin.
#BC2#
Malenko's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Malenko takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Malenko just misses with a punch to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Malenko misses the target.
Gavin misses with a kick to the body.
Gavin looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Gavin throws a leg kick which misses Malenko's front leg but catches the back leg as Malenko tries to avoid it.
Malenko misses with a series of wild punches.
#T4#
Gavin scores with a punch to the head.
Gavin misses with a leg kick.
Nice straight punches there by Gavin. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Gavin.
Gavin wants to slow Malenko down by chopping away at his legs.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gavin's corner calls for a 1-2. Gavin obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Malenko swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Malenko dives in for a single leg takedown but Gavin sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the ropes.
Gavin dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Malenko. That did some damage!
Good exchange - Gavin coming out on top.
A shot to the liver by Gavin. Beautiful body shot.
Malenko pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Gavin throws a front kick that sends Malenko stumbling back into the ropes.
Gavin feints and then cracks Malenko's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Malenko down.
Malenko throws a lazy uppercut
#CL#
and Gavin moves into the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tommy Gavin dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Malenko clinches.
Gavin lands a right hand that snaps the head of Malenko backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Malenko.
Gavin softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Gavin creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Malenko lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tommy Gavin has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Malenko misses with a hook to the ribs.
Malenko misses with a body punch.
Gavin misses with a punch to the body.
Malenko misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Malenko has a couple of punches blocked by Gavin.
Malenko is trying to push Gavin away but Gavin has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malenko tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Gavin's elbow.
Gavin blocks a body shot from Malenko.
Gavin misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Gavin blocking some punches.
Gavin working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Gavin lands a shot to the body.#T1#
Malenko swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Gavin prevents a body shot from Malenko.
Malenko blocks a body shot from Gavin.
Malenko swings wildly with an uppercut but Gavin uses good head movement to avoid it.
Malenko lands with a short shot to the head.
Gavin scores with a shot to the side of Malenko's head.
Malenko lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Gavin backwards.
Malenko misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short uppercut from Gavin.
Malenko misses with a hook to the ribs.
Malenko wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Gavin is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Malenko can do to turn this around?
A right hand to the body from Gavin.
Malenko blocking some punches.
#BC2#
Malenko escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Gavin scores with a hook.
Malenko fails with the takedown.#T2#
A thudding body kick lands there by Gavin!
Gavin uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gavin cracks the inside of Malenko's front leg.
Malenko lands a nice shot that snaps Gavin's head back.
Gavin lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Malenko at a distance.
Malenko will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#CL2#
Malenko clinches with his opponent.
Malenko lands a shot to the body.
Gavin fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Malenko lands a left hand that snaps the head of Gavin backwards.
Gavin throws a head punch that misses.
A short right from Malenko. #T3#
Malenko misses with a punch on the inside.
Malenko wants to break free but Gavin has control.
Malenko lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Malenko wants to break free but Gavin has control.
Malenko blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Gavin softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Malenko misses with a punch on the inside.
Malenko misses with a body punch.
Gavin lands a right hand that snaps the head of Malenko backwards.
Gavin blocks a body shot from Malenko.
Gavin blocking some punches.
Gavin tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Malenko pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Gavin chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Malenko uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gavin.
Malenko fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Gavin manages to avoid it.
Gavin looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Malenko 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.#T4#
Gavin lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Malenko lands a nice hook to Gavin's body. Gavin takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gavin lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
An inside leg kick lands from Gavin.
Gavin misses with a leg kick
and Malenko counters with a nice uppercut.
Gavin tests Malenko's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Gavin looks to throw the jab but Malenko is out of range.
Malenko takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Gavin is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Gavin lands with a thumping leg kick.
Malenko rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Gavin moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Gavin fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tommy Gavin dominated that second 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Malenko misses with a hook.#CL2#
Malenko fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Gavin, pushing him back against the ropes.
Malenko lands a shoulder strike.
Gavin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Gavin.
Gavin prevents a body shot from Malenko.
Malenko takes a shot to the head.
Malenko misses with the head strike.
Malenko misses with some punches.
Malenko lands with a right to the head.
Malenko blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Gavin lands with a short punch from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malenko struggles to land a body shot inside as Gavin controls his hands.
Gavin throws a punch but it's blocked by Malenko.
Gavin tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Malenko doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Malenko prevents a body shot from Gavin.
Gavin working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#T1#
Still in the clinch, Malenko scores with a nice short uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Gavin.
Malenko swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#BC2#
Malenko breaks from the clinch.
Nice straight punches there by Malenko. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Malenko.
Tommy Gavin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Gavin lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Gavin.#CL#
Gavin closes the distance and clinches.
Gavin tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Gavin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Malenko can't find room to land a body shot as Gavin controls the action.
Malenko misses with a hook from the clinch.
Malenko tries to break free but Gavin pushes him back against the ropes.
Gavin misses with a punch to the body.
Malenko's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A head punch on the inside from Gavin fails to land.
Malenko doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T2#
Gavin has Malenko pressed against the ropes, preventing Malenko from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Gavin has a couple of punches blocked by Malenko.
Malenko blocks a body shot from Gavin.
Malenko misses with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Gavin.
Gavin keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Malenko's efforts to push away.
Malenko misses with a punch to the body.
Malenko blocks an uppercut.
Ray Malenko has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Gavin pushes Malenko back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Malenko misses with a short punch on the inside.
Malenko tries a body shot but Gavin blocks it.
Malenko can't find room to land a body shot as Gavin controls the action.
Malenko blocking some punches.
Gavin lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Malenko.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Malenko.
Gavin misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T3#
Gavin tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Malenko's elbow.
Gavin has a couple of punches blocked by Malenko.
#BC2#
Malenko breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Malenko uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gavin.
Gavin throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Good shot there by Gavin.
Malenko keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Malenko throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Gavin counters with a good low kick that Malenko was not able to check.
Malenko takes a shot right to the bread basket.#CL2#
Malenko moves into the clinch.
Gavin tries to work over Malenko's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Malenko doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Malenko tries a body shot but Gavin blocks it.
Malenko working aggressively here.
Gavin scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tommy Gavin is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Gavin tries to throw a body punch but Malenko avoids it by throwing Gavin back against the ropes.
Gavin throws a head punch that misses.
Gavin misses with a punch on the inside.
Malenko presses Gavin against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Malenko struggles to land a body shot inside as Gavin controls his hands.
Gavin working aggressively here.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Malenko throws a head punch that misses.
Gavin misses with some punches.
Gavin prevents Malenko from breaking the clinch.
Malenko swings wildly with an uppercut but Gavin uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gavin working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Malenko throws a punch but it's blocked by Gavin.
Malenko lands a left hand.
Gavin tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
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 Tommy Gavin.
Well Gavin 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 Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tommy Gavin!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Tommy Gavin made sure he mentioned Groove Gear, along with how happy he was to win his fight.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 10, 2019 |
#R1#
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Belle tries to bum rush Malenko with a series of wild strikes but Malenko uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Belle takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
#CUT2#
It looks like Keto Belle has been cut.
Belle throws a lazy uppercut
and Malenko counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#CL2#
Malenko has managed to clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Malenko.
Belle fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Malenko lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #TD2#
Malenko gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Malenko tries to free his leg and advance position but Belle is retaining full guard.
Belle utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Malenko advances position into side control!
The ground and pound from Malenko seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Malenko moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Malenko lands some shots froms side control.#T1#
Malenko working the body and head with strikes.
Malenko misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Belle takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Belle avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Malenko.
Belle takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Malenko is staying tight to Belle's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Malenko wants to control but Belle is keeping him busy.
Belle avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Malenko. #T2#
A lull in the action here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Malenko throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Belle regains half guard, as Malenko was trying to land strikes.
Malenko throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Malenko thows a huge punch but Belle dodges it nicely.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Malenko lands a nice short elbow.
Belle is trying to get back to full guard.
Belle knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Malenko on the ground.#T3#
Malenko missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Malenko trying to control from half guard but Belle is working away.
Malenko missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Malenko is trying to control. Belle wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Belle tries to get to full guard but Malenko has control of the leg.
Belle is staying active underneath Malenko, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Malenko throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Malenko looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Malenko lands strikes from half guard.
Malenko is trying to control. Belle wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T4#
Nice strikes from Malenko there.
Malenko looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Malenko has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Malenko not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Belle is trying to get back to full guard.
Belle has hold of Malenko's hands but Malenko slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Malenko content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Malenko's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Belle regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Malenko.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ray Malenko dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Keto Belle's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Belle throws out a loose jab but Malenko uses good head movement to avoid it.
A nice side step and Malenko releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#CL2#
Malenko clinches up with Belle and pushes him back against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Malenko.
Belle is trying to stall.
Malenko misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#TD2#
Malenko has picked Belle up - he's going for a ride! Malenko dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Malenko looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Malenko seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Belle does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Malenko has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Belle keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Belle is trying to maintain the position but Malenko is very close to passing his half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malenko lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Belle is in trouble now - Malenko has advanced to mount! #T1#
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Malenko cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Malenko lands a big shot there that rocks Belle but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Malenko with good strikes from the mount here!#ROC2#
Belle is rocked!
Malenko working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Oh Belle is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
A big strike lands for Malenko! That's really hurt Belle and he's turned his back - Malenko keeps firing away and the ref dives in to stop the fight! Malenko jumps to his feet to celebrate the victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ray Malenko!
After winning the bout, Ray Malenko thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
The defeated Keto Belle had this to say: 'Well today I'm not happy, you know I made a lot of mistakes and underestimated Superior. But you know this sport of MMA is all about the best fighter in the ring at that moment. I know I was the better fighter but I got careless and the result is a loss. Thank you fans for coming out... *leaves ring'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 03, 2019 |
#R1#
Paddy tries to clinch but Malenko is having none of it.
Paddy misses with an uppercut. Malenko saw that one coming.
Malenko throws a shot from downtown. Paddy moves away and avoids it.
Malenko connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A low kick from Paddy is predictable there
and Malenko counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Paddy displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Malenko.
Paddy throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Some wild striking there from Paddy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malenko on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Paddy waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Malenko.#T1#
Paddy tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Malenko throws out a loose jab but Paddy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Malenko avoids the body shot from Paddy.
Malenko misses with an uppercut.
Paddy throws a counter combo.
Paddy throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Malenko throws a jab but it's blocked by Paddy.
Paddy with the counter takedown but Malenko avoids it easily.
Malenko 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.
Paddy shoots in for a double leg but Malenko sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Malenko throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Paddy.
Paddy feints a counter leg kick.
Malenko takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Paddy tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Malenko manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Paddy moves away from the strike by Malenko.
Malenko lands a nice shot that snaps Paddy's head back.
#T2#
Paddy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Malenko throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Paddy.
Paddy moves to clinch but Malenko breaks away
and Malenko counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Paddy connects with a body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Paddy swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Malenko was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Malenko connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Malenko throws a hook but Paddy avoids it easily.
Paddy throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Paddy fails in his attempt to clinch.
A telegraphed right hand from Malenko misses the target.
Paddy cracks a nice hook into Malenko's ribs.#T3#
Paddy misses with a hook.
Malenko connects with a good right hand that stumbles Paddy. Paddy circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Paddy tries to clinch there but Malenko circles away.
A right-left combo lands from Paddy.
A telegraphed right hand from Malenko misses the target.
Paddy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Malenko moves away.
It looked like Malenko wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
The fight stays on the outside here - Paddy looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Paddy wants to clinch up but Malenko keeps it at a distance.
Paddy tries to clinch but Malenko is having none of it.
Paddy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Paddy misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#T4#
Paddy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Malenko swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Paddy pivots, looking for a leg kick but Malenko is out of range and Paddy settles back down.
A big left from Malenko misses.
Paddy throws a body shot but no joy.
Malenko defending well as Paddy loads up on a big left hand.
Malenko missing with a left hand there. Paddy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Malenko lands with a hook. Paddy tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his 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!#TD2#
Paddy changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Malenko looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Malenko tries to improve position but can't.
Malenko stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Malenko misses with a strike from the bottom.
Malenko can't do much from the bottom here.
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 Ray Malenko 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#
Malenko dips to his left and cracks Paddy with an uppercut!
Max Paddy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Malenko throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Paddy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Paddy looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Paddy throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Malenko stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Paddy shoots in for a takedown but Malenko shows good takedown defense.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malenko lands with a shot to the body.
Paddy defending well as Malenko loads up on a big left hand.
Malenko displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Paddy throws out the jab.
Paddy is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Malenko rather than just go for the knockout.
Paddy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Paddy now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T1#
Paddy misses with a hook to the body
and Malenko cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Malenko is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Malenko takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Paddy throws a predictable looking body shot
enabling Malenko to counter with a crisp jab.
A combination from Paddy does no damage.
A quick step to the side and Malenko tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Malenko bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Paddy's head backwards.
Paddy throws a lazy head kick
and Malenko connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#ROC#
Paddy is rocked!#CL2#
Paddy clinches.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Malenko takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Malenko seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.
Malenko is pushing Paddy up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
A short uppercut from Paddy. #T2#
Malenko blocks an uppercut.
A short uppercut from Malenko.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD#
Malenko turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Malenko manages to end up in side control.
Malenko working the ground and pound.
Paddy is trying to control Malenko's posture but Malenko avoids it.
Malenko working the ground and pound from side control.
Malenko is looking to take a break and control but Paddy is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Malenko scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Paddy to see if he's OK.#SUB#
Malenko wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Paddy, who protects the arm well.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Paddy is looking to reverse the position.
Max Paddy has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3#
Paddy is letting Malenko control him for a moment.
Malenko cracks Paddy with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Paddy regains half guard there - taking advantage of Malenko's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Malenko drops an elbow to the side of Paddy's head.
Paddy works his way to full guard. Good work.
Malenko distracts Paddy with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Malenko advances position into side control!
Paddy is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4#
Malenko trying to control the position but Paddy is working away.
Paddy is trying to get back to half guard.
Check out the look on Malenko's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Check out the look on Malenko's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Malenko cracks Paddy with a big right hand but Paddy just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Paddy is still in real trouble! Can Malenko finish him?
Paddy tries to buck Malenko off but Malenko is having none of it.
A big shot lands for Malenko! That's hurt Paddy! Will he recover? Malenko fires away with more strikes and the referee has to step in to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ray Malenko!
A relieved looking Ray Malenko 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:
GC 255
Date: Oct 31, 2018 |
#R1#
Malenko tries to bum rush Yung with a series of wild strikes but Yung uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Yung throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Malenko scores with a jab. Yung acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
A jab from Malenko misses.
Yung throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Yung misses with a jab to the body
and Yung takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Yung pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Malenko! But no joy.
Malenko moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#ROC2#
Yung is rocked!
Yung throws a big shot that misses.
Yung missing with a left hand there. Malenko was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Malenko keeps the fight on the outside.
Yung has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Talu's Boxing Club in the buildup to the fight.
Yung misses with a hook to the body
and Malenko counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Yung steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Malenko.
Yung lands a jab to Malenko's midsection.
Yung throws a sloppy body shot
and Malenko counters with a stiff right hand.
Oh Yung is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T1#
Yung gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
enabling Malenko to counter with a crisp jab.
Yung keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Yung seems to have got his legs back now.
Yung misses with a leg kick
and Malenko counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Yung throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Malenko to counter with a crisp jab.
Nice defenses there by Malenko.
Yung scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Yung with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Yung jabs Malenko to the body, keeping him at a distance.
David Yung seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice uppercut lands for Yung. That snapped Malenko's head back.
Jab, jab by Malenko - just one landing.
Malenko keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A little jabbing left from Malenko on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Yung lands a nice shot that snaps Malenko's head back.
Yung throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T2#
Yung lands with a cross.
Yung misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Malenko.
Yung misses the shot to the body.
Malenko connects with a good right hand that stumbles Yung. Yung circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Malenko checks a leg kick.
Yung ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Malenko moves away.
Malenko throws out a counter right but Yung avoids it with no problem.
Yung throws a head kick that misses.
Malenko looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Yung lands a slapping body shot.
#TD2#
Malenko closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Malenko lands in his opponent's guard.
Yung wants to sweep but no luck.
Yung not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T3#
Yung looking to hit a scissor sweep but Malenko is one step ahead there.
Yung is trying to keep Malenko in close.
Malenko wants to control from the top but Yung keeps moving.
Yung has Malenko pulled in close to control his posture. #SUB#
Yung looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Yung is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Malenko wants to control from the top but Yung keeps moving. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Malenko's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Malenko tries to free his leg and advance position but Yung is retaining full guard.
Yung pulls Malenko in close to prevent any damage.
Malenko wants to control from the top but Yung keeps moving.
Malenko landing with the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Yung working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Malenko doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Yung is tightening it up a little... Malenko has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Malenko reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Malenko taps out! Nice BJJ there by Yung!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). David Yung!
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Event:
GAMMA#737 Patio v Ricard
Date: Oct 13, 2018 |
#R1#
Tyraanicao tries to land a leg kick but Malenko saw it coming and moves away.
Malenko is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tyraanicao with a body shot.
Tyraanicao throws a low kick, looking for Malenko's leg but Malenko calmly moves out of range.
Tyraanicao connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Tyraanicao misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Malenko cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tyraanicao with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Tyraanicao misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Malenko.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Malenko! But no joy.
Malenko lands with an uppercut that bounces Tyraanicao off the cage and back into range.#CUT2#
It looks like Bostar Tyraanicao has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tyraanicao fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Malenko manages to avoid it.
Tyraanicao lands a jab to Malenko's midsection.
Tyraanicao throws a leg kick which misses Malenko's front leg but catches the back leg as Malenko tries to avoid it.
Tyraanicao fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Malenko manages to avoid it.#T1#
Tyraanicao misses with a hook to the body
and Malenko counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Malenko lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
#ROC2#
Tyraanicao is rocked!
Malenko jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tyraanicao lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Tyraanicao looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tyraanicao avoids the body shot from Malenko.
Tyraanicao takes one to the side of the head.
Tyraanicao looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Malenko lands with a straight right. Tyraanicao didn't see that one coming.
Tyraanicao looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Malenko looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T2#
Tyraanicao swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Malenko has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Tyraanicao feints and then cracks Malenko's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Malenko down.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tyraanicao looks to throw the jab but Malenko is out of range.
Tyraanicao connects with a high kick.
Tyraanicao connects with a crisp jab.
Tyraanicao throws a sloppy body shot
and Malenko connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Malenko misses with a wild combination.
Tyraanicao misses with a leg kick
and Malenko counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Oh Tyraanicao is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Tyraanicao thuds his right hand into Malenko's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Tyraanicao seems to have got his legs back now.#T3#
Tyraanicao on the wrong end of a nice jab.#KD2#
Malenko throws a big overhand right that connects, sending Tyraanicao tumbling to the canvas!
Malenko advances position into side control!
Malenko working away.
Malenko misses with the ground and pound.
Malenko trying to control the position but Tyraanicao is working 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!
Tyraanicao is trying to control Malenko's posture but Malenko avoids it.
Malenko has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Tyraanicao tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Malenko wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T4#
Malenko cracks Tyraanicao with a big right hand but Tyraanicao just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Malenko trying to control the action but Tyraanicao is working from the bottom.
Malenko is trying to ground and pound but Tyraanicao uses the momentary lack of control by Malenko to regain half guard.
Malenko controlling the action here.
Tyraanicao is trying to control but can't.
Tyraanicao is refusing to be controlled, as Malenko sits in half guard.
Nice strikes from Malenko there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ray Malenko dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Bostar Tyraanicao's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Tyraanicao misses with a low kick.
Tyraanicao throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Malenko connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Tyraanicao misses with a hook.
Malenko needs to keep his hands up - Tyraanicao had a free shot at his head there.
The fighters circle momentarily. Malenko darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Tyraanicao stuns Malenko with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tyraanicao lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Tyraanicao ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tyraanicao misses with a kick to the body
and Tyraanicao takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
Tyraanicao just misses with a punch to the body.
Malenko lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Malenko fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Tyraanicao staying out of range there.
Tyraanicao swings for the body but Malenko moves out of range.
Tyraanicao throws a shot from downtown. Malenko moves away and avoids it.
Jab by Tyraanicao.
Malenko misses with an uppercut
and Tyraanicao counters with a left to the body.
Malenko swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
enabling Tyraanicao to counter with a crisp jab.
Tyraanicao tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T2#
Tyraanicao throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Malenko looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Malenko 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.
Tyraanicao tests Malenko's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tyraanicao pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tyraanicao smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
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!
Tyraanicao missing with a left hand there. Malenko was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tyraanicao pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tyraanicao throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bostar Tyraanicao is winning the standup battle so far.
Tyraanicao cracks Malenko with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Tyraanicao stuns Malenko with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Malenko misses with a takedown attempt - Tyraanicao sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T3#
Tyraanicao paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Tyraanicao throws a body punch but Malenko moves out of range.
Malenko shoots in and drives through. Tyraanicao sprawls well.
Malenko lands a nice shot that snaps Tyraanicao's head back.
Tyraanicao on the wrong end of a nice jab.#TD2#
Tyraanicao gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Malenko to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Malenko throwing strikes but missing. #T4##SUB#
Tyraanicao is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Tyraanicao is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Malenko stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tyraanicao swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tyraanicao pulls Malenko in close to prevent any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bostar Tyraanicao dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Bostar Tyraanicao's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
A shot to the body from Tyraanicao misses
and Malenko counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tyraanicao takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tyraanicao throws a shot to the body.
Tyraanicao throws a body punch but Malenko moves out of range.
Malenko connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tyraanicao momentarily.
#KD2#
Malenko bobbing and weaving well here. And he's unloaded with a massive right hand that drops Tyraanicao! He dives into his guard looking to finish!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Malenko pushes down on Tyraanicao's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Malenko is looking to take a break and control but Tyraanicao is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tyraanicao is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Malenko scores with a couple of nice shots.#T1#
Malenko is keen to just control but Tyraanicao is a slippery customer.
Malenko throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Malenko seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Tyraanicao does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The fighters are battling for position here. Tyraanicao manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Tyraanicao not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Malenko sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Tyraanicao's guard.
Tyraanicao wants to improve his position but Malenko is controlling well.
Tyraanicao is working hard here to advance position.#T2#
Tyraanicao keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Tyraanicao is refusing to be controlled, as Malenko sits in half guard.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Ray Malenko has got the better of the ground game so far.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Tyraanicao dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Malenko cracks Tyraanicao with an open hand slap.#CUT2#
Bostar Tyraanicao's cut is getting worse.#T3#
Malenko's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tyraanicao under the eye.
Malenko throws a hook but Tyraanicao blocks it.
Tyraanicao was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tyraanicao cracks a nice hook into Malenko's ribs.
Malenko staying out of range there.
Malenko looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Malenko works over Tyraanicao's head and body with a nice combination.
Tyraanicao throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Malenko sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Malenko looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tyraanicao uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Tyraanicao uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Malenko.
Tyraanicao thuds his right hand into Malenko's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T4#
Malenko moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
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!
Tyraanicao swings for the body but Malenko moves out of range.
A big right from Malenko misses.
Tyraanicao throws a leg kick but Malenko sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Tyraanicao throws a low kick but Malenko avoids it.
A little jabbing left from Malenko on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tyraanicao misses with a hook
and Malenko counters with a stiff right hand.
Tyraanicao misses with an uppercut
and Malenko counters with a stiff right hand.
Tyraanicao with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Malenko to score with a decent uppercut.
Malenko on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Tyraanicao. Tyraanicao obviously looking to wear him down.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ray Malenko comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Malenko has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ray Malenko!
Ray Malenko thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Bostar Tyraanicao was interviewed post fight and said 'Shit, I need to fuck a goat.'.
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Event:
GAMMA#733 Lord v Yeboah
Date: Sep 22, 2018 |
#R1#
Malenko moves forwards but Verbeek connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Malenko goes for a double leg but Verbeek avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Verbeek continues to drive forward.
Nice body punch from Malenko.
Malenko is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Malenko takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
#CL#
Malenko gets tackled into the cage by Verbeek. Verbeek maintains the clinch.
Verbeek is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Verbeek stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from Verbeek.
A short left from Verbeek.
Verbeek can't find room to land a body shot as Malenko controls the action.
Verbeek blocking some punches.
A short right from Malenko on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Verbeek misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short right from Malenko on the inside.
Verbeek lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Verbeek doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Verbeek lands a left hand that snaps the head of Malenko backwards.
Verbeek lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Malenko blocks a body shot from Verbeek.
Malenko lands a hook that snaps the head of Verbeek backwards.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#T1#
Malenko misses with a hook from the clinch.
Verbeek blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Verbeek's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Verbeek blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Malenko tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Malenko.
Verbeek is pressed up against the cage. Malenko has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Verbeek down to the mat. Verbeek avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Pat Verbeek has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ray Malenko.
Malenko uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Verbeek.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Verbeek.
Malenko swings for the body but Verbeek moves out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Verbeek misses the target.
Malenko rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Verbeek moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
It looked like Verbeek was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Malenko.
Verbeek looks to land a combination. Malenko sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Pat Verbeek is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Malenko looks to land a left hand but Verbeek moved out of range nicely.
Verbeek has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Guerrilla MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Verbeek lands a slapping body shot.
Malenko misses with a wild body shot.
Malenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Malenko fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Verbeek avoids it really well and circles away.#T2#
Malenko closes the distance and clinches up with Verbeek, looking for a takedown. Malenko pushes Verbeek against the cage but Verbeek circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Verbeek misses with a hook. Malenko ducked under it nicely.
Malenko moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Verbeek lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Verbeek swinging wildly here.
Malenko throws out a counter right but Verbeek avoids it with no problem.
Verbeek lands the left hand.#TD2#
Verbeek gets caught flat footed, as Malenko shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Verbeek has control of Malenko's left arm, preventing Malenko from doing any damage.
Malenko stopping the sweep attempt from Verbeek.
Verbeek keeping moving, preventing Malenko from controlling successfully. #T3#
Malenko postures up in Verbeek's guard and throws a big left but Verbeek blocks it.
Malenko forces his way into half guard.
Malenko throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Verbeek is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Verbeek trying to hold on to Malenko's head to control him but Malenko postures up.
Malenko sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Malenko is keen to just control but Verbeek is a slippery customer.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
A combination from Verbeek does no damage.
Verbeek connects with a body shot.
Malenko fails to land with a series of punches.
Verbeek throws a nice inside leg kick.
Verbeek throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Verbeek tries to land a body kick
and Malenko counters with a series of strikes. Verbeek will be more careful next time no doubt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Pat Verbeek dominated that round.
That's time! Verbeek's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Malenko scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Verbeek, right into the meat.
Malenko moves out of range of the leg kick from Verbeek.
Verbeek bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Verbeek is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Malenko can do to turn this around?#CL2#
Malenko gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Verbeek tries to throw a body punch but Malenko avoids it by throwing Verbeek back against the cage.
Verbeek throws a head punch that misses.
Malenko lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Malenko avoiding damage.
Verbeek tries a body shot but Malenko blocks it.
Verbeek struggles to land a body shot inside as Malenko controls his hands.
Verbeek makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Verbeek fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Malenko takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Malenko throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Verbeeks head.
Verbeek tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Malenko's elbow.
Verbeek misses with a hook from the clinch.
Verbeek doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T1#
Malenko blocking some punches.
Verbeek misses with some punches.
Malenko scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Verbeek lands with a right to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Malenko.
Verbeek can't find room to land a body shot as Malenko controls the action.
Verbeek goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Verbeek doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Malenko content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Malenko blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Verbeek misses with a body punch.
Malenko lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Malenko blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Malenko lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Verbeek working aggressively here.
Pat Verbeek has scored more points in the clinch so far.#TD2#
Malenko wants the takedown. Verbeek is fighting it off but Malenko persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Verbeek's guard against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Malenko wants to control from the top but Verbeek keeps moving.
Verbeek looking to control.
#T2#
Malenko engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Malenko trying to control but Verbeek is working from the bottom.
Verbeek tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Malenko engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Malenko is in close to Verbeek's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T3#
Malenko not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Malenko trying to control the position from guard on top but Verbeek is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
A left lands for Malenko.
Jab by Verbeek.
Good leg kick by Verbeek there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Verbeek takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Malenko just misses with a punch to the body.
A nice inside leg kick there by Verbeek. That's going to slow Malenko down.
Malenko tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Verbeek was well out of range. Poor timing from Malenko.
Malenko jabs Verbeek to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T4#
Verbeek looks for the body kick but Malenko saw that one coming.
Malenko takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Verbeek connects with an inside leg kick.
Verbeek lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A swing and a miss from Malenko.
Verbeek swings widly with a right hand
and Malenko counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Malenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Malenko thuds a left hand into Verbeek's body.
Malenko ducks under a wild hook from Verbeek.
Verbeek throws the kick towards the body but Malenko avoids it.
Malenko thuds a left hand into Verbeek's body.
Verbeek throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Nice defenses there by Malenko.
Malenko swings for the body but Verbeek moves out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by Verbeek. That's going to slow Malenko down.
Verbeek defending well as Malenko loads up on a big left hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Ray Malenko will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Malenko missing with a left hand there. Verbeek was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jab from Malenko.
Malenko works Verbeek's body with a nice hook.
Verbeek avoids the body shot from Malenko.
Verbeek throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Verbeek tries to land a leg kick but Malenko saw it coming and moves away.
Verbeek dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Verbeek connects with a solid leg kick.
Verbeek avoids the body shot from Malenko.
A punch combination from Verbeek misses.
Malenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Malenko fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Verbeek manages to avoid it.
A jab from Malenko finds it's way through Verbeek's defenses.
Malenko displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Verbeek throws out the jab.
Verbeek lands a slapping body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Malenko takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T1#
Verbeek misses with a body punch
and Malenko counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Verbeek misses with a kick to the body.
Malenko scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Verbeek doesn't seem bothered though.
Malenko tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Verbeek manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Pat Verbeek is winning the standup battle so far.
Verbeek is looking to land body kicks.
Malenko throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Malenko's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Verbeek connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Malenko scrambles back to his feet.
Malenko shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Verbeek as he avoids it easily.
Malenko tries to score a power double leg takedown but Verbeek sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Malenko somewhat.
Malenko takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Verbeek lands with a nice body punch. #T2#
Verbeek uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
Malenko throws a right and a left that both miss.
Malenko misses the shot to the body.
Malenko fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Verbeek manages to avoid it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Verbeek throws an off balance right hand
and Malenko counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Verbeek thinking.
Malenko fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Pat Verbeek has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ray Malenko.
Malenko takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Verbeek fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Malenko on the side of the head.
Malenko throws a body shot but no joy.
Verbeek throws a head kick but Malenko moves out of range.
Malenko swings for the body but Verbeek moves out of range.
Malenko throws a sloppy body shot
and Verbeek counters with a straight right hand.
Malenko doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Malenko takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Malenko looks to score with a jab to the body but Verbeek is just out of range.
Verbeek throws a body punch but Malenko moves out of range.
Verbeek scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T3#
Verbeek uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
An inside leg kick lands from Verbeek.
Malenko ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Verbeek fails with an attempt to clinch.
Verbeek stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Malenko misses with a hook. Verbeek ducked under it nicely.
Malenko on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Verbeek. Verbeek obviously looking to wear him down.
Verbeek thuds a left hand into Malenko's body.
Malenko throws a big shot that misses.
Verbeek takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Malenko throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Malenko on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Verbeek. Verbeek obviously looking to wear him down.
Malenko throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Verbeek with a jab.
Verbeek fails with an attempt to clinch.
Verbeek doesn't manage to clinch there - Malenko circles away.
#T4#
Malenko displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Verbeek throws out the jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Malenko dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Verbeek lands the left hand.
Malenko shoots in for a takedown but Verbeek shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Malenko moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Verbeek lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Malenko circles away quickly and effectively.
Malenko looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Verbeek catches Malenko with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Verbeek dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Malenko. That did some damage!
Malenko fails with the takedown
and Verbeek counters with a stiff right hand.
Malenko is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A looping hook to the body misses from Malenko. Verbeek does a little dance to reset his feet.
Verbeek scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Verbeek connects with a nice looking jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Malenko throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Verbeek quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
And that's the end of the fight!
Pat Verbeek showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Verbeek 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pat Verbeek!
After winning the bout, Pat Verbeek 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:
GAMMA#729 Mirowski v Lord
Date: Sep 01, 2018 |
#R1#
Malenko slips a straight right by Musashi.
Malenko 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.
Malenko works Musashi's body with a nice hook.#TD#
Malenko shoots in and bounces Musashi off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Musashi is trying to keep Malenko in close.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Musashi is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Malenko is aware though and is defending well.
Malenko trying to control the position from guard on top but Musashi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Malenko landing with the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Musashi has his foot on Malenko's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Malenko works his way back into a safe position though.
Musashi is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T1##SUB2#
Musashi has his foot on Malenko's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Malenko works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Musashi looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Musashi wants to sweep but no luck.
Malenko content to stall in guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Musashi is looking for a triangle but Malenko pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Musashi has his foot on Malenko's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Malenko works his way back into a safe position though.
Musashi trying to keep a closed guard but Malenko is proving a slippery customer.
#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Malenko avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Malenko controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Musashi is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Malenko dives in for a single leg takedown but Musashi sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Malenko backing away here, and Musashi unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Musashi fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Malenko avoids it really well and circles away.
Musashi lands a nice looking kick to the body. Malenko takes a step back to recover.
Musashi keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Malenko. Musashi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Malenko misses with a hook.#CL#
Malenko has Musashi up against the cage in a clinch.
Malenko misses with a punch on the inside.
Musashi struggles to land a body shot inside as Malenko controls his hands.
Malenko is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ray Malenko. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Malenko blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Musashi has a couple of punches blocked by Malenko.
Musashi lands with a left to the head.
Musashi misses with the head strike.
Malenko blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Musashi has a couple of punches blocked by Malenko.
Musashi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Malenko lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Malenko throws a head punch that misses.
Malenko wants to stall.
Malenko misses with a short punch on the inside. #T4#
Malenko wants a takedown.
Musashi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Malenko blocks a body shot from Musashi.
Musashi jumps guard but Malenko stands there with Musashi around his waist. Musashi gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Musashi misses with a punch on the inside.
Musashi lands a body shot.
Musashi lands with a short punch from the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Musashi misses with the head strike.
Malenko gets through Musashi's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Musashi working aggressively here.
A shot in the inside from Malenko.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Malenko.
Musashi lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Musashi lands a left hand that snaps the head of Malenko backwards.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Malenko.
Musashi throws a head punch that misses.
Malenko misses with a punch to the body.
Malenko's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Musashi working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Ryu Musashi will probably get the nod.
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#
Malenko tries to clinch up.
Musashi counters with a body kick.
Nice uppercut there from Musashi.
Ray Malenko seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Musashi lands a nice looking kick to the body. Malenko takes a step back to recover.
Malenko sizes up Musashi with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Musashi lands a head shot.
Musashi connects with a single shot there.
Malenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Malenko looks to score with a jab to the body but Musashi is just out of range.
Malenko lands a slapping body shot.
Malenko scores with a jab.
Musashi avoids the body shot from Malenko.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Malenko lands with a shot to the body.
Musashi lands with a nice body kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Musashi. That's going to slow Malenko down.
Jab, jab by Musashi - just one landing.
Musashi fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T1#
Malenko keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Malenko scores with a sloppy right hand. Musashi should have avoided that one.
Malenko is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Malenko swings for the body but Musashi moves out of range.
Musashi was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Malenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Malenko shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Musashi but Musashi pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Musashi ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Musashi stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Malenko shoots in for a takedown but Musashi shows good takedown defense.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Musashi! But no joy.
Musashi misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Malenko counters with a nice uppercut.
Musashi misses with an uppercut. Malenko saw that one coming.
Malenko changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#TD#
Malenko drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Musashi sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T2#
Malenko throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Musashi looking for submissions off his back.
Malenko controlling the action here.
Musashi tries to get to full guard but Malenko has control of the leg. #SUB#
Musashi is defending against the submission attempts here by Malenko.
#T3#
Malenko content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Malenko works his way into full mount! #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Musashi has given up his back here. Will Malenko look for the submission or keep pounding away?
#SUB#
Malenko is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Musashi knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Musashi for a finish.
I really don't envy Musashi right now.
Malenko tries to keep control of the position but Musashi is staying busy.
Musashi is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Malenko off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Musashi trying to control the hands but Malenko breaks the grip.
Malenko controlling well, preventing Musashi from escaping the position.
#SUB#
Malenko looking for the choke from the back.
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 Ray Malenko will probably get the nod.
That's time! Malenko's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Malenko avoids the body shot from Musashi.
Malenko defending well as Musashi loads up on a big left hand.
Malenko takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Musashi looks to score with a jab to the body but Malenko is just out of range.
Malenko keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Musashi.
Musashi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Malenko manages to avoid it.
Malenko lands a body shot.
Musashi throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Malenko misses the shot to the body.
Malenko throws a nice looking combination but Musashi bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Malenko misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Musashi throws a hook but Malenko blocks it.
A combination from Malenko does no damage.
Malenko fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Sloppy strikes from Malenko. Those never looked like landing. #T1#
Musashi scores with a jab to the jaw.
Musashi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Malenko.
Malenko throws a sloppy body shot
and Musashi counters with a stiff right hand.
Musashi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Musashi bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Malenko's head backwards.
Malenko doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Ryu Musashi seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD2#
Musashi drives through with a takedown into guard. #SUB#
Malenko has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Musashi can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Malenko tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Musashi looking to pass the guard.
Musashi must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Musashi slips nicely into half guard.#T2#
Musashi is trying to control. Malenko wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Malenko looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Malenko wants to get back to full guard.
Malenko has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Musashi is working away from the top position though.
Malenko is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Musashi wants to take a breather but Malenko is having none of it.
Musashi content to control rather than advance. #SUB#
Malenko actively working from the bottom here.#T3##SUB#
Malenko looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Malenko looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Musashi 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.
Malenko moves into full guard.
#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Musashi preventing the sweep.
Musashi passes Malenko's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Musashi tries to pass the half guard into mount. Malenko knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Malenko is trying to maintain the position but Musashi is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Musashi seems to be looking for submissions.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Malenko is looking for a sweep. Musashi is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ryu Musashi comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Musashi 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ryu Musashi!
During a confident post fight interview, Ryu Musashi thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
GAMMA#727 Mirowski v Feltre 2
Date: Aug 18, 2018 |
#R1#
Malenko takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Barbo lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Malenko misses with a body shot.
A slow jab from Malenko misses its intended target.
A little jabbing left from Barbo on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Malenko misses with a body punch
and Barbo counters with a stiff right hand.
Barbo misses with a wild body shot.
A leg kick checked by Malenko.
Barbo scores with a punch to the head.
Malenko tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Barbo was well out of range. Poor timing from Malenko.
Barbo throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Malenko misses with a body shot
and Barbo counters with a stiff right hand.
Barbo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Malenko.
Malenko lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A slapping body kick lands there for Barbo.
Malenko lands with a good body shot.
Malenko lands a body shot.
Malenko just misses with a punch to the body.
Barbo looks to land a right hand but Malenko moved out of range.
Malenko throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T1#
Barbo lands a nice hook to Malenko's body. Malenko takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Barbo connects with a crisp jab.
Malenko takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Barbo misses the jab.
Malenko 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.
Malenko looks to land a right hand but Barbo moved out of range.
Malenko takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Malenko fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Barbo looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Barbo takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Malenko throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Malenko backing away here, and Barbo unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Malenko cracks a nice hook into Barbo's ribs.
Barbo scores with a jab.
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!
A swing and a miss from Malenko.
Malenko fails with the takedown.
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Barbo moves away.
Barbo punishes Malenko's body with a nice straight punch.#T2#
Malenko just misses with a punch to the body.
Malenko misses the jab.
Malenko on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Malenko walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Malenko lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Nice uppercut lands for Barbo. That snapped Malenko's head back.
Barbo walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Malenko scores with the left hand. Barbo knows he should have avoided that one.
Barbo lands with a good body shot.
Malenko takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Malenko takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A jab from Barbo finds it's way through Malenko's defenses.
Barbo scores with a body shot.
Barbo cracks Malenko with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Barbo looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Barbo clobbers Malenko with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Barbo on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Barbo with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
#T3#
Malenko moves out of range of the body kick.
Barbo looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Barbo looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Barbo missing with a left hand there. Malenko was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Malenko swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Malenko is looking to wear down Barbo with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Barbo misses with a wild body shot.
Malenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Barbo.
Malenko scores with a jab. Barbo acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Barbo takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Barbo throws a body shot but no joy.
Barbo avoids the body shot from Malenko.
Barbo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
Barbo lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Barbo misses the jab.
Malenko throws a body punch but Barbo moves out of range.
Malenko misses with a shot to the body
enabling Barbo to counter with a crisp jab.
Barbo thumps Malenko with a low kick.#T4#
Malenko lands a nice looking body shot.
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!
Malenko tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Barbo was well out of range. Poor timing from Malenko.
Barbo throws a half hearted mid kick.
Malenko misses with a hook. Barbo ducked under it nicely.
Malenko fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Barbo manages to avoid it.
Malenko swings for the body but Barbo moves out of range.
Jab, jab by Barbo - just one landing.
Malenko fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Barbo looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Barbo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Malenko throws out the jab.
Barbo takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Barbo avoids the body shot from Malenko.
A solid leg kick lands there for Barbo.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Barbo throws out a powerful jab.
Malenko jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Malenko just misses with a punch to the body.
Malenko takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sala Barbo dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Barbo throws out a loose jab but Malenko uses good head movement to avoid it.
Barbo loads up on a big right hand but Malenko slips the punch.
Barbo swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Barbo misses with a looping right.
Barbo lands with an overhand left.
Barbo buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Barbo thows a leg kick but Malenko checks it
letting Malenko counter with a right hand.
Malenko throws a jab but it's blocked by Barbo.
Malenko lands a nice shot to the body.
Malenko is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Barbo throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Malenko keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Barbo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barbo lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Malenko misses with a wild body shot.
Barbo takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Malenko takes a shot to the eye socket. 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!
Barbo connects with a leg kick. Malenko looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Barbo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T1#
Nice defenses there by Malenko.
Malenko takes a swing at Barbo's ribcage but misses.
Malenko just misses with a punch to the body.
Malenko swings away with a body shot that misses
and Barbo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Barbo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A telegraphed right hand from Malenko misses the target.
Malenko takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Barbo moves away.
Barbo misses the jab.
Malenko's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Barbo connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Malenko scrambles back to his feet.
Malenko fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Barbo manages to avoid it.
Barbo misses with a looping right.
Sala Barbo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Malenko ducks right into an uppercut from Barbo.
Sala Barbo seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Barbo fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Malenko takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Barbo with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
#T2#
Malenko fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Barbo manages to avoid it.
Barbo avoids the body shot from Malenko.
Malenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Malenko throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A punch combination from Malenko misses.
Malenko misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Barbo counters with a nice body shot.
Barbo turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Malenko takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Malenko throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Malenko throws a body punch but Barbo moves out of range.
Barbo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Malenko throws a body shot but no joy.
Barbo bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Barbo looks for the body kick but Malenko saw that one coming.
Barbo misses with an attempted mid kick.
Malenko looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Barbo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T3#
Barbo jabs at Malenko's body.
Barbo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Barbo fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Malenko.
Malenko misses with a wild body shot.
Barbo let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Malenko uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Barbo avoids the body shot from Malenko.
Barbo thuds a left hand into Malenko's body.
Barbo swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Malenko uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Barbo.
Barbo drops his hands momentarily and Malenko takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Malenko staying out of range there.
Barbo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Malenko might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Malenko throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Malenko moves out of range as Barbo throws a body kick.
Barbo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T4#
A looping hook to the body misses from Barbo. Malenko does a little dance to reset his feet.
Malenko ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Malenko swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Barbo.
Barbo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Malenko throws a hook but Barbo avoids it easily.
Malenko fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Barbo manages to avoid it.
Barbo works Malenko's body with a nice hook.
Barbo is looking to slow Malenko down with leg kicks.
Malenko fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Barbo looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Malenko takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Malenko slips under a jab.
A nice leg kick lands there from Barbo.
Barbo lands a really nice looking cross but Malenko seems unphased.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Malenko takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Malenko takes a swing at Barbo's ribcage but misses.
Barbo counters with a body kick.
Barbo closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sala Barbo 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#
Barbo slips a jab and a cross from Malenko.
Barbo misses with a body punch
and Malenko counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Malenko thuds a left hand into Barbo's body.
Barbo takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Malenko looks to land a right hand but Barbo moved out of range.
Barbo misses with a wild body shot.
Malenko throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Barbo throws out a counter right but Malenko avoids it with no problem.
Barbo takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Malenko throws a jab but it's blocked by Barbo.
Malenko takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Malenko moves out of range of the body kick.
Malenko fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Barbo manages to avoid it.
That kick from Barbo tenderised Malenko's leg. Malenko is trying to keep his angry face on.
Barbo tries to land a front kick but Malenko steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Malenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Malenko avoids the body shot from Barbo.
#T1#
Barbo throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Barbo connects with a looping right hand.
Malenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Malenko just misses with a punch to the body.
Barbo lands an overhand right.
A looping hook to the body misses from Malenko. Barbo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Malenko misses the shot to the body.
Malenko swings for the body but Barbo moves out of range.
Barbo feints and then cracks Malenko's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Malenko down.
Barbo defending well as Malenko loads up on a big left hand.
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Barbo moves away.
Barbo misses the jab.
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Barbo moves away.
Malenko misses with a wild body shot.
Barbo moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T2#
Malenko connects with a jab.
Barbo on the wrong end of a nice jab.
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!
Malenko lands a jab to Barbo's midsection.
A jab from Malenko does it's job there.
Barbo misses with a looping left.
Barbo misses with a straight left.
Barbo looks to throw a body kick
and Malenko cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nice cross by Barbo.
Malenko throws the left hand but Barbo avoids the punch easily.
Malenko swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Barbo scores with a leg kick.
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Barbo moves away.
Malenko throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Barbo counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Malenko thinking.
Barbo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Malenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Malenko. Barbo does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3#
Malenko takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Barbo lands a nice hook to Malenko's body. Malenko takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Barbo thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Malenko if he has to take too many more of those.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Barbo avoids the body shot from Malenko.
Malenko misses with an uppercut. Barbo saw that one coming.
It seemed like Barbo was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Barbo misses with a body punch
and Malenko counters with a nice uppercut.
A jab from Barbo misses.
Malenko misses with a wild body shot.
Barbo avoids the body shot from Malenko.
Barbo swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Malenko takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
The fighters circle momentarily. Barbo darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Barbo moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Barbo. Malenko does a little dance to reset his feet.
A big right from Malenko misses.
Malenko takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Ray Malenko has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Malenko misses with a lunging right hand
and Barbo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Malenko is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Malenko thows a left - swing and a miss!
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Barbo! But no joy.
Malenko moves out of range of the body kick from Barbo.
#TD#
Malenko shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Barbo's guard.#ES2#
Barbo has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Malenko off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Malenko misses with a body shot.
Malenko dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Barbo defending well as Malenko loads up on a big left hand.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Barbo, right into the meat.
Barbo takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Barbo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Barbo tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Barbo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
Malenko misses with a wild combination.
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 Ray Malenko.
Well Barbo has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 28:29
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sala Barbo!
Sala Barbo 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:
GAMMA#720 Gower v Partio
Date: Jul 14, 2018 |
#R1#
Kapaldi looks to score with a jab to the body but Malenko is just out of range.
Malenko doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Kapaldi scores with a crisp jab that stopped Malenko in his tracks.
Malenko slips under a jab.
Malenko appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A lazy left from Kapaldi finds it's target.
Kapaldi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Malenko.
Malenko thows a left - swing and a miss!
Malenko swings for the body but Kapaldi moves out of range.
Malenko takes a swing at Kapaldi's ribcage but misses.
Malenko moves out of range as Kapaldi strikes.
Kapaldi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Malenko.
A slapping body kick lands there for Kapaldi.
Malenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kapaldi.
Kapaldi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kapaldi walks into a left hand.
Kapaldi misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Malenko counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kapaldi tries to land a front kick but Malenko steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Malenko 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.
Malenko scores with a punch to the head.
Kapaldi lands a leg kick that knocks Malenko off balance momentarily.
Malenko changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kapaldi avoids the body shot from Malenko.
#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Malenko. Kapaldi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Kapaldi. Malenko shrugs it off though.
Malenko throws a body punch but Kapaldi moves out of range.
Kapaldi slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Nice defenses there by Malenko.
Malenko appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Kapaldi misses with a body shot
and Malenko connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Malenko misses with a looping right.
Malenko has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
A swing and a miss from Malenko.
Kapaldi takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Kapaldi throws a front kick that sends Malenko stumbling back into the cage.
Malenko throws a body punch but Kapaldi moves out of range.
Kapaldi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
Kapaldi is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Kapaldi blocks a jab.
Malenko jabs Kapaldi to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Malenko is a very stocky fighter. Infact he's such a weird shape that he's almost like some sort of comedy character - it's hard to believe he's real.
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!
Kapaldi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Malenko manages to avoid it.
Kapaldi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
Kapaldi looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kapaldi takes a swing at Malenko's ribcage but misses. #T2#
Kapaldi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Malenko manages to avoid it.
Malenko throws out a counter right but Kapaldi avoids it with no problem.
Kapaldi moves away from the strike by Malenko.
Malenko has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Kapaldi.
Kapaldi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Malenko was well out of range. Poor timing from Kapaldi.
Malenko on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Malenko scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kapaldi is looking to wear down Malenko with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Kapaldi throws the left hand but Malenko avoids the punch easily.
Kapaldi scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Kapaldi comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Pedro Kapaldi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Malenko takes a swing at Kapaldi's ribcage but misses.
Malenko throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kapaldi's waist but Kapaldi gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Malenko off to one side.
Kapaldi throws a shot to the body.
A jab from Malenko finds it's way through Kapaldi's defenses.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kapaldi, as that shot connected.
Malenko uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kapaldi.
Kapaldi fakes the leg kick and cracks Malenko in the body.
Malenko tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kapaldi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Malenko.
Malenko has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Kapaldi.#T3#
Kapaldi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
Malenko throws a body shot but no joy.
Malenko takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Malenko checks a low kick from Kapaldi.
Malenko on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kapaldi. Kapaldi obviously looking to wear him down.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Kapaldi - that will leave a mark!
Malenko throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Malenko scores with a decent looking hook.
Kapaldi throws a head kick but Malenko moves out of range.
Malenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Malenko gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Kapaldi misses with a low kick.
Malenko moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Malenko throws a jab when Kapaldi was well out of range.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Malenko.
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!
Malenko misses with a body shot.
Malenko comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T4#
Kapaldi moves away from the strike by Malenko.
Kapaldi swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Malenko connects with a body shot.
Malenko misses with a wild body shot.
Malenko works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Jab, jab by Kapaldi - just one landing.
Kapaldi digs a good body shot into Malenko's ribs.
Malenko uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Malenko takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Pedro Kapaldi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kapaldi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Malenko moves away.
Kapaldi misses with a body shot.
Malenko walks into a left hand.
Malenko misses the shot to the body.
Kapaldi misses with a hook to the body
and Kapaldi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kapaldi throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Malenko throws a body punch but Kapaldi moves out of range.
Kapaldi thinks about countering with a body kick.
Malenko lands with a shot to the body.
Malenko swings for the body but Kapaldi moves out of range.
Kapaldi lands with a thumping 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 Pedro Kapaldi 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.
#R2#
Kapaldi looks to land a body kick but Malenko moved away.
Kapaldi tries to land a body kick
and Kapaldi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kapaldi slips under a jab from Malenko.
Kapaldi avoids the body shot from Malenko.
Kapaldi is looking to counter punch.
Kapaldi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kapaldi throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Malenko counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Malenko misses with a hook. Kapaldi ducked under it nicely.
Malenko is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Kapaldi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Malenko manages to avoid it.
Malenko misses with a wild body shot.
Kapaldi lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Malenko on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kapaldi. Kapaldi obviously looking to wear him down.
Malenko uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kapaldi.
Kapaldi throws a leg kick
and Malenko counters with a left to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kapaldi buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Nice shot lands for Malenko.
Malenko throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Malenko punishes Kapaldi's body with a nice straight punch.#T1#
Jab, jab by Malenko - just one landing.
Kapaldi is looking to land body kicks.
Kapaldi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Malenko smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Malenko on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kapaldi. Kapaldi obviously looking to wear him down.
Malenko fails with a takedown attempt.
Kapaldi looks to score with a jab to the body but Malenko is just out of range.
Malenko misses with a wild body shot.
Malenko smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Kapaldi throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Kapaldi lands a nice shot to the body.
Malenko doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kapaldi misses the shot to the body.
Kapaldi lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kapaldi ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Malenko fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kapaldi manages to avoid it.#T2#
Malenko swings for the body but Kapaldi moves out of range.
Kapaldi defending well as Malenko loads up on a big left hand.
Kapaldi misses the jab.
Malenko misses with a body shot.
Kapaldi scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kapaldi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Malenko.
Kapaldi avoids the body shot from Malenko.
#TD2#
Malenko decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Malenko is trying to control. Kapaldi wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Kapaldi wants to improve his position but Malenko is controlling well.
Kapaldi trying to control but Malenko postures up.
#SUB2#
Malenko 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.
#T3#
Malenko is looking to stall here but Kapaldi recovers full guard.
Malenko trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #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.
Malenko loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kapaldi might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Malenko controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Malenko's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Malenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kapaldi.
Kapaldi misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kapaldi attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Malenko throws a looping overhand right but Kapaldi ducks down to avoid it.
Kapaldi takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Malenko is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Kapaldi lands with a kick to the ribs.
Kapaldi ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Kapaldi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Malenko misses with a body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Ray Malenko will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Kapaldi misses with a hook. Malenko ducked under it nicely.
Kapaldi lands a lovely overhand right.
Kapaldi misses with a straight right.
Kapaldi keeps Malenko at a distance using the push kick.
Malenko takes a swing at Kapaldi's ribcage but misses.
Nice body kick there by Kapaldi.
Malenko scores with a sloppy right hand. Kapaldi should have avoided that one.
Malenko tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kapaldi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Malenko throws a lazy uppercut
and Kapaldi counters with a straight right hand.
Kapaldi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Malenko throws out a powerful jab.
Malenko misses with a body shot.
Malenko is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kapaldi.
Malenko misses with a hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Malenko connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kapaldi avoids the body shot from Malenko.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Malenko crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kapaldi - the referee stops the clock and Malenko gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kapaldi. Malenko manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.#T1#
Malenko takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Malenko lands with a shot to the body.
Malenko misses with a body shot.
Kapaldi looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Nice body kick from Kapaldi.
Nice straight punches there by Kapaldi. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kapaldi.
Malenko swings for the body but Kapaldi moves out of range.
Kapaldi avoids the body shot from Malenko.
Malenko throws a looping overhand right but Kapaldi ducks down to avoid it.
Kapaldi looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kapaldi connects with a body shot.
Kapaldi blocks a jab.
Kapaldi was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Malenko moves out of range of the body kick.
Malenko lands a jab to Kapaldi's midsection.
Kapaldi lands a nice leg kick that just misses Malenko's sensitive parts.
Some bone on bone action there as Malenko checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kapaldi scores with a jab. Malenko acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T2#
Kapaldi scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Malenko takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Malenko throws a body shot but no joy.
Kapaldi misses with a wild body shot.
Malenko drops his hands momentarily and Kapaldi takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kapaldi cracks the inside of Malenko's front leg.
Malenko takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Malenko lands with a shot to the body.
Malenko fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kapaldi manages to avoid it.
Malenko fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kapaldi manages to avoid it.
Nice body punch from Malenko.
Kapaldi goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kapaldi misses with an uppercut.
Nice defenses there by Kapaldi.
Malenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kapaldi scores with a spinning back kick!#T3#
Kapaldi blocks a jab.
A slapping body kick lands there for Kapaldi.
Kapaldi is looking to land body kicks.
Malenko on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kapaldi. Kapaldi obviously looking to wear him down.
Kapaldi swings for the body but Malenko moves out of range.
Kapaldi throws a body kick that misses.
Malenko looks to score with a jab to the body but Kapaldi is just out of range.
Malenko uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kapaldi.
Kapaldi tried to score with a low kick but Malenko checks it.
Malenko lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Kapaldi throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Malenko counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kapaldi thinking.
Malenko throws a body punch but Kapaldi moves out of range.
Kapaldi appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Kapaldi fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Malenko.
Malenko thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kapaldi lets loose with a powerful body kick. Malenko will feel that in the morning.
Kapaldi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kapaldi misses with an attempted mid kick.
#T4#
Malenko misses with a hook
and Kapaldi counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kapaldi lands a slapping body shot.
Kapaldi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kapaldi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Malenko manages to avoid it.
Kapaldi pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Malenko scores with a body shot.
Pedro Kapaldi is winning the standup battle so far.
Kapaldi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kapaldi looks to score with a jab to the body but Malenko is just out of range.
Malenko is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kapaldi with a body shot.
Kapaldi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
Malenko connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kapaldi momentarily.
Kapaldi thuds his shin into the meat of Malenko's side.
Kapaldi slips under a jab.
Kapaldi is looking for a counter combo.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kapaldi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Malenko.
Malenko connects with a nice looking jab.
#TD2#
Malenko closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Kapaldi to the mat! Kapaldi manages to get full guard.
Malenko takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Malenko sitting in guard, not really doing much.
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 Pedro Kapaldi.
I think Kapaldi 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 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:28
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Pedro Kapaldi!
A relieved looking Pedro Kapaldi 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:
GAMMA#717 Gower v Springs
Date: Jun 30, 2018 |
#R1#
Partio throws a right and a left that both miss.
Partio has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Malenko is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Partio throws out a leg kick but Malenko moves out of range and Partio only half commits.
Malenko shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Partio as he jumps to the side.
Partio lands with a kick to the temple. Malenko shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Partio scoring well with a low kick there.
Partio throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Partio keeps Malenko at a distance using the push kick.
Partio avoids the body shot from Malenko.
A jab from Partio does it's job there.
Malenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Partio swings for the body but Malenko moves out of range.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Partio.
Partio staying out of range there.
Despite the aggression on Partio's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Malenko just misses with a punch to the body.
Partio chopping away at his opponent's legs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Malenko connects with a body shot.
Malenko checks a low kick from Partio.
Partio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Malenko is looking to wear down Partio with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#T1#
Partio throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Partio throws the left hand but Malenko avoids the punch easily.
Partio on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Partio slips under a jab from Malenko.
Partio throws a body punch but Malenko moves out of range.
Malenko looks to score with a jab to the body but Partio is just out of range.
A head kick misses from Partio.
Malenko misses the body punch
and Partio counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Malenko throws a body shot but no joy.
Katu Partio is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Partio pushes Malenko away with a front kick.
Malenko throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
A punch combination from Malenko misses.
Partio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
Malenko takes a swing at Partio's ribcage but misses.
Partio throws a hook but Malenko blocks it.
Malenko lands a lovely overhand right.
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!
Partio goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Malenko throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Partio counters with a thumping low kick. #T2#
Partio fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Malenko checks it well.
A counter left hand to the body from Malenko misses its target.
Partio jabs Malenko right on the nose. Malenko blinks but takes it well.
Partio shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Partio tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Malenko manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Partio ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Partio lands with a thumping leg kick.
Partio staying out of range there.
A little jabbing left from Partio on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Partio buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Malenko throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Malenko throws a hook but Partio blocks it.
Malenko blocks a low kick nicely.
Malenko avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Malenko looks to score with a jab to the body but Partio is just out of range.
Partio throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Malenko sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Partio throws a leg kick
and Malenko counters with a nice body shot.
Katu Partio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Partio throws a low kick but it's checked well by Malenko.
A nice inside leg kick there by Partio. That's going to slow Malenko down.
Malenko misses with a wild body shot. #T3#
Partio lands a nice hook to Malenko's body. Malenko takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Malenko dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Partio lands a head kick. Malenko smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Partio misses with a head kick.
Malenko swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Partio turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Partio missing with a left hand there. Malenko was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Partio moves away.
Partio throws a leg kick which misses Malenko's front leg but catches the back leg as Malenko tries to avoid it.
Partio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
That kick from Partio tenderised Malenko's leg. Malenko is trying to keep his angry face on.
Malenko stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Partio.
Partio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
Partio swings for the body but Malenko moves out of range.
Partio throws a nice head kick!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Malenko fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Partio manages to avoid it.
Partio is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Partio pushes Malenko away with a front kick.
Malenko slips a jab and a cross from Partio.
Malenko was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Malenko fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Partio manages to avoid it.#T4#
Malenko scores with a sloppy right hand. Partio should have avoided that one.
Partio throws out a loose jab but Malenko uses good head movement to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Malenko. Partio does a little dance to reset his feet.
Partio throws a nice inside leg kick.
Malenko cracks a nice hook into Partio's ribs.
Partio scores with a nice strike.
Partio throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
It looked like Malenko wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Malenko throws a looping overhand right but Partio ducks down to avoid it. #TD#
Malenko throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Partio was covering up waiting for the punch and Malenko finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Partio has momentary wrist control but Malenko slips an elbow through the middle.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#SUB2#
Partio throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Malenko 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.
Malenko trying to control but Partio is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katu Partio dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Partio lands a body shot.
Malenko just misses with a punch to the body.
Partio scores with a punch to the head.
A clash of legs there as Malenko blocks the low kick.
Partio uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Malenko has time to react.
Partio throws a leg kick but Malenko moved away.
A punch combination from Partio misses.
Partio has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Malenko walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Partio thumps Malenko with a low kick.
That kick from Partio tenderised Malenko's leg. Malenko is trying to keep his angry face on.
An inside leg kick lands from Partio.
Partio tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Partio throws a jab when Malenko was well out of range.
Malenko takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Malenko throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Malenko misses with a looping right.
Partio connects with an inside leg kick.
Partio throws a leg kick that misses. #T1#
Partio throws a looping overhand right but Malenko ducks down to avoid it.
Malenko swings for the body but Partio moves out of range.
Partio staying out of range there.
Partio displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Malenko throws out the jab.
Partio looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Partio throws out a powerful jab.
Partio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Partio only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Malenko blocks a jab.
Malenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Partio.
A looping hook to the body misses from Malenko. Partio does a little dance to reset his feet.
Malenko checks a leg kick.
Partio tries a low kick but Malenko avoids it.
Partio connects with an inside leg kick.
Partio throws a right hand that Malenko ducks under and follows up with a left that Malenko also avoids with ease.
Malenko looks to score with a jab to the body but Partio is just out of range.
Malenko on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Partio. Partio obviously looking to wear him down.
Partio misses with a wild body shot.
Malenko misses with a hook. Partio ducked under it nicely. #T2#
Partio throws a head kick that misses.
Partio scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Partio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
Partio was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Malenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice body punch from Partio.
Malenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Partio.
Partio throws a nice head kick!
A solid leg kick lands there for Partio.
Partio throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Malenko fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Partio manages to avoid it.
Malenko misses with a body shot.
Malenko is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Partio is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Malenko.
Malenko misses with a wild body shot.
Partio lands with a thumping leg kick.
Partio misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Partio feints and then cracks Malenko's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Malenko down.
Malenko on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Partio. Partio obviously looking to wear him down.
#T3#
Partio bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Malenko's head.
Partio waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Malenko.
Malenko takes a swing at Partio's ribcage but misses.
Malenko misses the shot to the body.
Partio connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Malenko's hands.
Partio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Malenko misses the jab.
Malenko on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Partio. Partio obviously looking to wear him down.
Partio punishes Malenko's body with a nice straight punch.
Malenko misses the jab.
Partio throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Malenko sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Partio scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Katu Partio seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Malenko tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Partio was well out of range. Poor timing from Malenko.
Malenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Partio.
Malenko throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
Partio is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Partio throws a leg kick which misses Malenko's front leg but catches the back leg as Malenko tries to avoid it. #T4#
Partio tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Malenko manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Malenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Partio.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Partio moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Partio.
A solid body kick from Partio.
Malenko keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Partio's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Malenko connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Partio scrambles back to his feet.#CUT#
It looks like Katu Partio has been cut.
Partio misses with a looping right.
An inside leg kick from Partio misses.
Partio on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Partio misses with a body punch
and Malenko counters with a right hand to the body.
Malenko scores with a hook.
Partio is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A telegraphed right hand from Malenko misses the target.
Malenko is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Partio.
It seemed like Partio was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Katu Partio showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Katu Partio's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Partio uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Malenko.
Malenko throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Partio appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Malenko shoots in but no luck this time.
Malenko takes a swing at Partio's ribcage but misses.
Partio is looking to score with low kicks.
Malenko misses with a hook.
Malenko swings for the body but Partio moves out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Partio misses the target.
Malenko throws a big shot that misses.
Partio throws a leg kick
and Malenko cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
No joy there for Malenko, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Malenko fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Partio manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malenko swings widly with a right hand
and Partio counters with a good, hard body kick but Malenko shrugs it off.
Partio throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Malenko on the side of the head.
Malenko will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Malenko misses with an uppercut.
Partio scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#CL2#
Partio rushes Malenko and presses him up against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Malenko lands an uppercut.#T1#
Malenko is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Still in the clinch, Partio scores with a nice short uppercut.
Partio throws a punch but it's blocked by Malenko.
Partio swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Malenko misses with a body punch.
#BC2#
Partio breaks the clinch.
Malenko swings for the body but Partio moves out of range.
Partio fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Malenko has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Partio connects with an inside leg kick.
Partio scores with a body shot.
Partio throws a low kick but Malenko avoids it.
Malenko jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Malenko scores with a hook to the body. Partio takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Partio connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Malenko momentarily.
Malenko takes a swing at Partio's ribcage but misses.
Partio looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Partio pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T2#
Malenko keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Partio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
Danga de danga de dang - Malenko scores with a four punch combination!
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!
Partio with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Partio connects with a single shot there.
An inside leg kick from Partio misses.
Partio throws a shot from downtown. Malenko moves away and avoids it.
Malenko lands a slapping body shot.
Partio throws a right hand that misses
and Malenko makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Partio misses with a looping left.
A looping hook to the body misses from Malenko. Partio does a little dance to reset his feet.
Partio lands with a cross.
Partio lands a glancing blow to the side of Malenko's head.
Malenko takes one to the side of the head.
Partio misses with a leg kick.
Malenko takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
#T3#
Malenko lands with a good body shot.
Partio buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Partio moves away.
Partio buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Malenko throws a looping overhand right but Partio ducks down to avoid it.
That kick from Partio tenderised Malenko's leg. Malenko is trying to keep his angry face on.
Partio throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Malenko.
Partio tries to clinch but Malenko moves out of range.
Partio avoids the body shot from Malenko.
A good leg kick by Partio.
Partio motions for Malenko to come forward. Partio throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Partio looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Malenko scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
A good leg kick by Partio. #TD#
Malenko bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Partio takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Malenko is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Partio has escaped the position, nice work there.
Ray Malenko has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Malenko in side control lands a decent elbow.
Partio is looking for a sweep.
Malenko connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Partio some visible discomfort.
Partio takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Malenko scoring with punches and elbows.
Malenko cracks Partio with a big right hand but Partio just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Partio tries to get back to half guard but can't.
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 Ray Malenko.
I think Partio 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Katu Partio!
Katu Partio decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
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Event:
GAMMA#713 Defoe v Okah 2
Date: Jun 09, 2018 |
#R1#
Malenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gower.
Malenko misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Gower counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Malenko thinking.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Malenko 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.
Gower throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Malenko throws a body shot but no joy.
Gower tried to counter with a leg kick but Malenko avoided it.
We've been told by Gower's head coaches at Ryōzanpaku Dojo that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Gower scores with a leg kick.
A good leg kick by Gower.
Gower throws a hook to the side of Malenko's head but Malenko sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Malenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gower misses with a body kick.
Malenko lands with a good body shot.
Gower takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Malenko scores with a body shot.
Malenko drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
The fighters circle momentarily. Gower darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Malenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gower.
#CL#
Gower rushes Malenko and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#T1#
Malenko prevents a body shot from Gower.
Malenko drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Gower gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Gower misses with a body punch.
Gower swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short left from Malenko.
Malenko tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Malenko softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Malenko blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Gower blocks an uppercut.
Malenko lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Gower throws a head punch that misses.
Malenko fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Malenko is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Malenko tries to throw a body punch but Gower avoids it by throwing Malenko back against the cage.
Malenko gets through Gower's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T2#
Malenko's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Gower.
Malenko fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Malenko goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Malenko takes a shot to the head.
Gower misses with a punch to the body.
Gower struggles to land a body shot inside as Malenko controls his hands.
The referee calls for Malenko to work.
Malenko scores with a hook to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Malenko lands a right hand.
Malenko looking to slow down the pace here.
Gower tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Malenko's elbow.
Gower is leaning against Malenko and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#T3#
Malenko lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Gower or not.
Gower misses with the head strike.
Gower tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A nice left hand lands by Malenko.
A short body shot lands from Gower as the two fighters clinch.
Gower works on Malenko's body with a couple of short punches.
Gower misses with the head strike.
Malenko is trying to maintain a safe position but Gower gets an underhook and turns Malenko into the cage.
Gower tries to work over Malenko's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Gower lands a left hand that snaps the head of Malenko backwards.
Gower working aggressively here.
Malenko can't find room to land a body shot as Gower controls the action.
A head punch on the inside from Malenko fails to land.
Malenko is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Gower lands a nice uppercut.#T4#
Malenko tries to pull guard but Gower holds him up against the cage and eventually Malenko drops back down to his feet.
Jeff Gower has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ray Malenko.
Gower misses with a punch on the inside.
Malenko blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Malenko lands a hook to the side of the head.
Malenko throws a head punch that misses.
Gower swings wildly with an uppercut but Malenko uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A shot in the inside from Gower.
Malenko has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Gower avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Gower fails to land.
Malenko lands a left hand.
Gower misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short left from Gower.
Gower swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Malenko.
Gower gets underhooks to prevent Malenko's takedown attempt.
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 Jeff Gower 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#
Gower looks to land a combination but Malenko avoids it well.
Malenko swinging wildly here.
#CL#
Gower clinches up with Malenko and pushes him back against the cage.
Gower tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Malenko's elbow.
Gower can't find room to land a body shot as Malenko controls the action.
Gower goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Malenko.
Malenko blocks an uppercut.
Gower blocks an uppercut.
Malenko's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malenko is looking to take this one to the mat.
Malenko is trying to stall.
A short uppercut from Gower.
Still in the clinch, Gower scores with a nice short uppercut.
Gower scores with a shot to the side of Malenko's head. #T1#
Malenko goes for a takedown in the clinch but Gower prevents it.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Gower.
Gower swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Gower fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Gower throws a punch but it's blocked by Malenko.
A head punch on the inside from Gower fails to land.
Gower misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nice body punch from Gower.
A head punch on the inside from Malenko fails to land.
Gower misses with a short punch on the inside.
Malenko lands with a light punch inside.
Malenko tries to throw a body punch but Gower avoids it by throwing Malenko back against the cage.
Malenko is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
A left hand lands to the body for Gower.
#T2#
A nice right hand lands inside from Gower.
Malenko tries to work over Gower's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Malenko misses with a punch to the body.
Gower tries to throw a body punch but Malenko avoids it by throwing Gower back against the cage.
Gower is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Malenko can do to turn this around?
A head punch on the inside from Gower fails to land.
Gower blocks an uppercut.
Gower throws a head punch that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Gower.
A head punch on the inside from Gower fails to land.
Malenko taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Gower working aggressively here.
Gower swings wildly with an uppercut but Malenko uses good head movement to avoid it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gower blocks an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Gower.
Gower tries to throw a body punch but Malenko avoids it by throwing Gower back against the cage.
Come on Malenko - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
#T3#
Malenko looking to slow down the pace here.
Gower tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Gower misses with a hook from the clinch.
Malenko displaying some good clinch control by pressing Gower up against the cage.
Gower fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Malenko lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Gower.
Malenko misses with a short punch on the inside.
Gower misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Malenko tries to throw a body punch but Gower avoids it by throwing Malenko back against the cage.
Malenko is trying to pull guard but Gower has him pressed against the cage.
Jeff Gower has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ray Malenko.
Gower has a couple of punches blocked by Malenko.
Gower lands a body punch. #T4#
Malenko misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD2#
Malenko manages to pull guard.
Malenko controls Gower momentarily but Gower frees himself.
Gower looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Malenko seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jeff Gower dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R3#
Malenko misses the shot to the body.
A shot to the body from Gower misses
and Malenko counters with a right hand to the body.
Malenko fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Gower manages to avoid it.
Malenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Malenko just misses with a punch to the body.
Malenko throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Gower counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Malenko tries to move into range but Gower moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Jeff Gower is winning the standup battle so far.
Malenko looks for a takedown but Gower sprawls well.
Gower misses with an attempted mid kick.
Gower misses with a body kick.
Gower swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malenko throws a jab but it's blocked by Gower.
Malenko misses with a jab to the body
and Gower counters with a straight right hand.
Malenko jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Gower uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gower tries to clinch but Malenko is having none of it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Gower. #T1#
Gower keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Malenko misses the body punch
and Gower counters with a nice uppercut.
Gower connects with an inside leg kick.
Malenko takes a swing at Gower's ribcage but misses.
Malenko misses with a hook to the body
and Gower counters with a straight right hand.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Gower.
Gower misses with an attempted mid kick.
Gower feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Malenko's calf.
Gower scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Malenko doesn't seem bothered though.
Malenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gower tries to counter by clinching up but Malenko breaks away and moves out of range.
Malenko scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Gower lands the left hand.
Gower cracks Malenko with a good jab.
Gower moves out of range of the strikes.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gower misses with a body kick.
Malenko throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Gower counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Malenko. Gower does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL#
Gower instigates a clinch.
Malenko swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Gower tries a body shot but Malenko blocks it.
Gower lands a body shot in the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Malenko.
Malenko blocks an uppercut.
Malenko lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Gower lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Gower lands with a light punch inside.
Malenko is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Malenko blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Malenko.
Gower blocks an uppercut.
Gower blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T3#
Malenko blocks an uppercut.
Gower lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Malenko backwards.
Malenko lands a hook that snaps the head of Gower backwards.
Gower misses with the head strike.
Malenko misses with a hook from the clinch.
Malenko blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Malenko.
Gower tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Gower blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Malenko misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Gower can't find room to land a body shot as Malenko controls the action.
#TD2#
Malenko decides to pull guard.
Malenko keeping moving, preventing Gower from controlling successfully. #SU#
Gower stands and steps away. Malenko gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #T4#
Malenko throws a predictable looking body shot
and Gower counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A chopping leg kick lands by Gower.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Gower.
That kick from Gower tenderised Malenko's leg. Malenko is trying to keep his angry face on.
Malenko is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Gower rather than just go for the knockout.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Malenko looks to score with a jab to the body but Gower is just out of range.
Malenko misses with a straight right.
Malenko throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Gower quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Gower connects with a leg kick. Malenko looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Gower cracks the inside of Malenko's front leg.
Gower lands with a cross.
Malenko misses with a wild body shot.
Malenko connects with a right hand. Gower shakes it off.
Gower takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Gower lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Gower connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jeff Gower clearly takes that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R4##CL#
Gower darts in and clinches Malenko up against the cage.
Gower scores with a shot to the side of Malenko's head.
Malenko fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Gower lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Malenko stalling in the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Gower.
Gower tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Malenko's elbow.
A short left from Gower.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Gower.
Malenko tries to throw a body punch but Gower avoids it by throwing Malenko back against the cage.
A body shot lands from Malenko.
Jeff Gower has scored more points in the clinch so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gower pushes Malenko back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Gower blocks an uppercut.
Malenko stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Malenko slowing the pace effectively.#T1#
Gower throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Malenko blocks it with crossed arms.
Malenko throws a punch but it's blocked by Gower.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Malenko.
Gower misses with a short punch on the inside.
Malenko tries to work over Gower's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Malenko blocks an uppercut.
Malenko scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Malenko takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Gower misses with a body punch.
Malenko effectively controlling the action here.
Malenko fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Malenko leaning against his opponent.
Malenko displaying some good clinch control by pressing Gower up against the cage.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Ray Malenko.
Malenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T2#
Malenko misses with an uppercut. Gower saw that one coming.
Gower throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Gower goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Gower doesn't manage to clinch there - Malenko circles away.
Gower scores with a push kick.
Malenko throws a poor cross that misses
and Gower counters with a body kick that stops Malenko in his tracks momentarily.
Malenko misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Gower counters with a leg kick.
Gower uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
Malenko is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Gower lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gower moves away.
Malenko swings for the body but Gower moves out of range.
Gower fires out a quick counter leg kick but Malenko just manages to avoid it.
Malenko takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Gower doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Gower fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Malenko.
Gower tries to clinch but Malenko is having none of it.
Gower lands a leg kick that knocks Malenko off balance momentarily.#T3#
A slapping leg kick lands for Gower.
Malenko moves forwards but Gower connects with a nice, crisp jab.
A shot to the body from Malenko misses
and Gower makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Gower avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Malenko looks to land a right hand but Gower moved out of range.
Malenko misses with a shot to the body
and Gower counters with a nice kick to the body. #CL#
Malenko tries to keep at a distance but Gower has taken the fight into the clinch.
Gower tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Gower lands a nice uppercut.
Gower throws a punch but it's blocked by Malenko. #BC2#
Malenko breaks from the clinch.
Gower uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Malenko has time to react.
Gower scores with a spinning back kick!
Malenko 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.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gower dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Malenko. That did some damage!#T4#
Malenko takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
A shot to the liver by Gower. Beautiful body shot.
A slapping leg kick lands for Gower.
Gower uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Malenko.
Gower is looking to counter with head kicks.
Gower attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Malenko throws a lazy uppercut
and Gower counters with a nice low kick that buckles Malenko's knee momentarily.
Good standup being displayed there by Gower as he connects with a hook.
Gower doesn't manage to clinch there - Malenko circles away.
Gower lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Malenko lands with a good body shot.
Malenko doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Malenko misses with a hook
and Gower counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Malenko just misses with a punch to the body.
Gower darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Gower jabs Malenko to the body, keeping him at a distance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jeff Gower had his way with Ray Malenko in that round.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R5#
Gower ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Malenko moves away.
Malenko misses the shot to the body.
A shot to the body from Malenko misses
and Malenko takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A nice leg kick lands there from Gower.
A solid leg kick lands there for Gower.
Malenko tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gower was well out of range. Poor timing from Malenko.
A little feinted left hand from Gower on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Gower keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#CL#
Gower rushes Malenko and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Malenko is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Gower tries a knee to the head but Malenko blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gower throws a head punch that misses.
Malenko lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Gower.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Gower.
Malenko digs a right hand underneath Gower's ribcage. Gower let out a lung full of air as it connected.#T1#
Malenko's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Malenko tries for a takedown. No joy.
Malenko prevents a body shot from Gower.
Gower swings wildly with an uppercut but Malenko uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gower swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A right hand to the body from Gower.
Gower softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Gower lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Malenko backwards.
Malenko has a couple of punches blocked by Gower.
Malenko misses with the head strike.
Malenko blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Malenko has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Gower.
Malenko doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Malenko misses with a punch on the inside.
Gower lands a shoulder strike. #T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Gower.
Gower makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Gower softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Malenko fails to land.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gower tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Malenko scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Gower swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Gower lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Malenko backwards.
Malenko lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Gower lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Malenko backwards.
Malenko takes a shot to the head.
Gower has a couple of punches blocked by Malenko.
Malenko doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Gower scores with a hook to the body.
Malenko is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Gower. #T3#
Gower throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Malenkos head.
Gower swings wildly with an uppercut but Malenko uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gower throws a punch but it's blocked by Malenko.
A head punch on the inside from Gower fails to land.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Malenko.
Gower blocks an uppercut.
Malenko throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Gowers head.
Gower swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Gower swings wildly with an uppercut but Malenko uses good head movement to avoid it.
Malenko misses with a punch to the body.
Gower goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Malenko's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Gower misses with some punches.
#TD2#
Malenko ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Malenko no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SU#
Gower stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Ray Malenko has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jeff Gower is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Gower.
Gower throws a body punch but Malenko moves out of range.
Malenko staying out of range there.
Gower scores with a kick to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Malenko misses the target.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Malenko shoots in but Gower avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Gower connects with a good right hand that stumbles Malenko. Malenko circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Malenko throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Gower jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Malenko throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Malenko rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Gower counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Gower changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Both fighters circling a little - Gower finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jeff Gower showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Gower, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 50:45
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 50:45
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 50:45
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jeff Gower!
Jeff Gower retains his lightweight title!
An out of breath Jeff Gower 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:
GAMMA#709 Laine v Doubdtfire
Date: May 19, 2018 |
#R1#
Malenko throws a body punch but Diehard moves out of range.
Malenko scores with a jab to the jaw.
Good standup being displayed there by Diehard as he connects with a hook.
Malenko lands a lovely overhand right.
Malenko just misses with a punch to the body.
Malenko throws a sloppy body shot
and Diehard cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Malenko avoids the body shot from Diehard.
Malenko walks into a straight right hand from Diehard.
Malenko throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Diehard jabs Malenko right on the nose. Malenko blinks but takes it well.
Diehard fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Malenko manages to avoid it.
Diehard looks to land a left hand but Malenko moved out of range nicely.
Malenko fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Diehard manages to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Diehard throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Malenko uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Diehard.
A little jabbing left from Malenko on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Diehard misses with a right hand
and Malenko counters with a stiff right hand.
Malenko swings for the body but Diehard moves out of range.
Diehard lands with a right hand.
Diehard throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Malenko wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Diehard uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Malenko has time to react.
Malenko avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Malenko lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Diehard throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Malenko avoids the body shot from Diehard.
Diehard throws a good cross that connects.
Malenko throws a body shot but no joy.
Diehard misses with a straight left.
Nice uppercut there from Diehard.
Diehard ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Malenko moves away.
Malenko uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Diehard.
Diehard throws a lazy right hand but Malenko sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Malenko! But no joy.
Diehard is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Diehard keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Malenko.
Diehard has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Blake Phoenix's Champion Factory in the buildup to the fight.
Diehard tests Malenko's chin there with a solid looking shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Malenko uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Diehard.
Diehard lands with a nice body punch.
Malenko just misses with a punch to the body.
#T2#
Diehard keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Malenko swings for the body but Diehard moves out of range.
A lazy left from Diehard finds it's target.
Malenko thuds a left hand into Diehard's body.
Diehard attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Malenko throws a hook but Diehard avoids it easily.
It looked like Diehard wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Malenko ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Diehard blocks a jab.
Malenko takes a swing at Diehard's ribcage but misses.
Diehard throwing a counter right hand but Malenko manages to avoid it.
Diehard avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Diehard is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Diehard scores with a sloppy right hand. Malenko should have avoided that one.
A shot to the liver by Malenko. Beautiful body shot.
Diehard works the jab nicely.
Diehard is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Malenko.
Malenko throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Diehard stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Malenko takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Diehard scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Diehard misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Malenko.
#T3#
Diehard throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Malenko fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Diehard slips under a jab from Malenko.
Malenko takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Malenko on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Malenko looks to score with a jab to the body but Diehard is just out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from Diehard misses its target.
Malenko slips a straight right by Diehard.
Malenko takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
The fighters circling - Malenko throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Malenko fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Diehard manages to avoid it.#TD2#
Malenko closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Diehard to the mat! Diehard manages to get full guard.
Diehard looking for a sweep. Not yet Diehard, not yet.
Malenko wants to control from the top but Diehard keeps moving.
Diehard trying to keep a closed guard but Malenko is proving a slippery customer.
#T4#
Malenko trying to control but Diehard is working from the bottom.
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!
Malenko controlling from the top position.
Malenko trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Malenko being controlled here momentarily.
Malenko wants to control from the top but Diehard keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
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 Bruce Diehard will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Malenko throws a shot from downtown. Diehard moves away and avoids it.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Malenko throws an overhand right that lands on Diehard's shoulder, as Diehard tries to avoid the shot.
Diehard takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Malenko ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Malenko misses the shot to the body.
Malenko throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Diehard sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Malenko takes a swing at Diehard's ribcage but misses.
Diehard misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Malenko.
Diehard scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Malenko clobbers Diehard with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Malenko looks to score with a jab to the body but Diehard is just out of range.
Diehard throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malenko takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Diehard stuffs the takedown attempt from Malenko. Malenko gets slowly back to his feet.
Malenko throws a body punch but Diehard moves out of range.
Malenko swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Diehard tests Malenko's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T1#
Malenko takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Malenko staying out of range there.
Diehard swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The fighters circling - Diehard throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Diehard comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Diehard lands a nice looking body shot.
Diehard looks to land a right hand but Malenko moved out of range.
Malenko misses with a hook. Diehard ducked under it nicely.
Malenko thuds a left hand into Diehard's body.
Bruce Diehard is winning the standup battle so far.
Diehard slips under a jab.
Malenko looks to score with a jab to the body but Diehard is just out of range.
Malenko staying out of range there.
Malenko pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Diehard misses with an uppercut
and Malenko counters with a right hand to the body.
Malenko waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Diehard.
A punch lands to the side of Diehard 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice defenses there by Diehard.
Malenko uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Diehard.
Malenko tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Diehard was well out of range. Poor timing from Malenko.
Malenko is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Diehard rather than just go for the knockout.
Malenko throws a sloppy body shot
and Diehard connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Diehard throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Diehard jabs Malenko to the body, keeping him at a distance.#TD2#
Malenko closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Malenko lands in his opponent's guard.
Diehard looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Malenko controls from within his opponent's guard. #T3#
Malenko sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Diehard's guard.
Malenko is stalling here. Diehard is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Malenko seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Diehard has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
You can see the frustration on Malenko's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Malenko has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#SUB#
Diehard is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Malenko is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Malenko regains half guard.#T4#
Malenko is looking to get back to full guard here but Diehard has managed to pass to side control instead.#SUB#
Diehard is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Malenko knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Diehard tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Malenko gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Malenko is positioning himself well to prevent Diehard advancing to mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Ray Malenko will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Diehard gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Diehard controlling the position.
Diehard looking to control.
Diehard keeping moving, preventing Malenko from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Diehard looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Ray Malenko has got the better of the ground game so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malenko looking to pass the guard.
Malenko is working Diehard over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T1#
Diehard wants to sweep here but Malenko controlling him for the moment.
Malenko trying to control the position from guard on top but Diehard is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Diehard lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB#
Diehard has gone for a leg lock! Malenko slips out almost immediately though and dives into Diehard's guard.#REVB#
Malenko stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Diehard swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
Malenko postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Diehard keeping moving, preventing Malenko from controlling successfully.
Malenko postures up.
Malenko trying to control the position from guard on top but Diehard is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Malenko 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.
Malenko trying to control the position from guard on top but Diehard is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Malenko stopping the sweep attempt from Diehard.
Malenko pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Diehard is keeping the position for now. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bruce Diehard is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A swing and a miss from Diehard.
Diehard lands a lovely overhand right.
Diehard lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Diehard fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Malenko waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Diehard.
Diehard misses the shot to the body.
Diehard misses with a wild body shot.
Malenko misses with the combination.
Diehard misses the shot to the body.
Malenko appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#T4#
Diehard tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Malenko was well out of range. Poor timing from Diehard.
Malenko takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Malenko drops his hands momentarily and Diehard takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Diehard throws an off balance right hand
and Malenko counters with a right hand to the body.
Diehard steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Malenko.
A left lands for Diehard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD2#
Diehard gets caught flat footed, as Malenko shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Diehard 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.
Diehard keeping full guard, as Malenko tries to pass.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Malenko trying to control but Diehard is working from the bottom.
Malenko passes Diehard's left leg - he's now in half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Ray Malenko.
I think Malenko 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Ray Malenko!
During a confident post fight interview, Ray Malenko thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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GAMMA#705 Springs v Malenko
Date: Apr 28, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
Malenko shoots in and bounces Springs off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Springs avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Malenko stopping the sweep attempt from Springs.
Malenko has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Malenko is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malenko wants to pass the guard but Springs is keeping the position.
Springs wants to sweep here but Malenko controlling him for the moment.
Springs is working hard here to advance position.#T1#
Malenko is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Malenko swings for the body but Springs moves out of range.
Springs looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Malenko takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Malenko swings widly with a right hand
and Springs counters with a stiff right hand.
Malenko ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Malenko looks to score with a jab to the body but Springs is just out of range.
Springs throws a lazy body kick
and Malenko counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Springs thinking.
A slow jab from Malenko misses its intended target.
Springs misses with a body shot.
Springs slips under a jab from Malenko.
Springs works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Springs lands a nice shot that snaps Malenko's head back.
Malenko looks to land a left hand but Springs moved out of range nicely.#T2#
Malenko looks to score with a jab to the body but Springs is just out of range.
Malenko takes a swing at Springs's ribcage but misses.
Springs throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Malenko sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Springs moves away.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Springs misses with an uppercut. Malenko saw that one coming.
Malenko fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Malenko misses with a body shot.
Malenko takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Malenko misses with a left hand
and Malenko takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Springs jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Malenko throws a right and a left that Springs avoids nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Springs misses the target.
Malenko throws a body punch but Springs moves out of range.
Malenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Springs.
It looked like Springs was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Malenko.
Malenko takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Malenko is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Springs rather than just go for the knockout.
Springs thows a left - swing and a miss!
Malenko appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Springs throws a hook but Malenko avoids it easily.
Malenko throws a body shot but no joy. #T3#
Good shot there by Springs.
Springs keeps Malenko at a distance using the push kick.
Springs keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Malenko.
Malenko fails to land with a series of punches.
Malenko takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Malenko throws a series of strikes that have Springs backpedaling.
Randy Springs is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A solid leg kick lands there for Springs.
Springs throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Springs throws an overhand right that lands on Malenko's shoulder, as Malenko tries to avoid the shot.
Malenko takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Springs misses with a looping left.
Springs keeps Malenko at a distance using the push kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Malenko throws a body shot but no joy.
Malenko throws a hook but Springs avoids it easily.
Springs jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Springs misses with a looping right.#T4#
Malenko comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Malenko doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A solid leg kick lands there for Springs.
Springs tried to score with a low kick but Malenko checks it.
Springs pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Springs staying out of range there.
Springs chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Malenko takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Springs lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Springs doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Springs takes a swing at Malenko's ribcage but misses.
Springs misses with an uppercut.
Malenko scores with a hook to the body. Springs takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Springs scores with a kick to the midsection.
Malenko throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Malenko swings for the body but Springs moves out of range.
Malenko misses with a body shot.
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 Randy Springs will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Springs moves away.#CL#
Springs has Malenko up against the cage in a clinch.
Springs working aggressively here.
Malenko blocks a body shot from Springs.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Springs.
Springs misses with a hook to the ribs.
Springs tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A nice left hand lands by Springs.
Springs swings wildly with an uppercut but Malenko uses good head movement to avoid it.
Malenko's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
A short right from Springs on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Springs tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Springs tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Malenko's elbow.
Springs doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Springs.
Springs lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Malenko backwards.
Springs misses with the head strike.
#T1#
Malenko blocks an uppercut.
Springs working aggressively here.
Malenko lands a nice uppercut.
Springs misses with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Malenko.
Springs tries to throw a body punch but Malenko avoids it by throwing Springs back against the cage.
Malenko works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Springs is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
A head punch on the inside from Springs fails to land.
Malenko digs a right hand into Springs's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Springs's gas tank.
Springs tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Malenko throws a punch but it's blocked by Springs.
Malenko tries to stall but Springs uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Springs throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Malenkos head.
A head punch on the inside from Springs fails to land.
Malenko tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Springs's elbow.
Malenko lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Springs misses with a punch on the inside.
#T2#
Malenko blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Springs tries to work over Malenko's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Springs blocks an uppercut.
Malenko is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Malenko lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Springs tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Malenko tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Springs smiles and moves away.
A punch lands to the side of Springs 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Springs turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Malenko on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Nice defenses there by Springs.
Springs scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Springs lands with a thumping leg kick.
Malenko swings for the body but Springs moves out of range.
#T3#
Springs lands the left hand.
Malenko tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Springs was well out of range. Poor timing from Malenko.
Springs lands with a good body shot.
Malenko throws a sloppy body shot
and Springs finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Malenko swings for the body but Springs moves out of range.
Malenko rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Springs moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Springs slips under a jab.
Malenko throws a predictable looking body shot
and Springs counters with a good low kick that Malenko was not able to check.
Springs lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Springs uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
As Malenko tries to get set, Springs tries to push him back and clinch up but Malenko manages to avoid the attempt.
Malenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Springs.
It looked like Springs wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Springs misses with a body kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Springs.
Malenko misses with a body shot.
Springs works Malenko's body with a nice hook.
Springs scores with a nice right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Malenko takes a swing at Springs's ribcage but misses. #T4#
Springs jabs Malenko right on the nose. Malenko blinks but takes it well.
Springs feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Malenko's calf.
Springs ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Springs throws a series of punches but Malenko avoids them all with ease.
Malenko misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Springs counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Springs thuds a left hand into Malenko's body.
Springs throws a low kick but Malenko moves out of range easily.
Malenko throws a hook but Springs blocks it.
Springs moves away from the strike by Malenko.
Springs fails to land with a series of punches.
Springs swings for the body but Malenko moves out of range.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Springs.
Malenko throws a predictable looking body shot
and Springs counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Malenko uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Springs.
Springs uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
Malenko misses with a few strikes there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Randy Springs dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R3#
Springs throws a nice inside leg kick.
Malenko lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Springs dips to his left and cracks Malenko with an uppercut!
Malenko fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Springs manages to avoid it.
Malenko throws a shot from downtown. Springs moves away and avoids it.
Malenko misses with a looping left.
Springs lands a jab to the nose.
Malenko keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Springs.
Malenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Springs.
Randy Springs is winning the standup battle so far.
Springs misses with a straight right.
Malenko let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Malenko misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malenko looks to score with a jab to the body but Springs is just out of range.
Springs is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A good leg kick by Springs.
Springs is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Malenko can do to turn this around?
Malenko ducks under a wild hook from Springs.
Springs bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Malenko's head backwards.
Malenko misses with a body shot.
Springs scores with a nice body kick.
#T1#
Springs throws a shot from downtown. Malenko moves away and avoids it.
Springs fakes the leg kick and cracks Malenko in the body.
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Springs is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Malenko throws out a loose jab but Springs uses good head movement to avoid it.
Springs is looking to counter with a body kick.
Malenko misses with a body shot.
Springs scoring well with a low kick there.
Malenko changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Springs keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Malenko misses with a body shot.
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Springs moves away.
Malenko misses the shot to the body.
Springs throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
A lazy left from Springs finds it's target.
A swing and a miss from Springs.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Malenko throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Malenko swings for the body but Springs moves out of range.
Malenko just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromSprings.
Malenko looks to land a right hand but Springs moved out of range.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Springs.
A chopping leg kick lands by Springs.
Good shot there by Springs.
Springs attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Springs turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Malenko shoots in looking for a takedown. Springs tries to sprawl out of it but Malenko keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Springs manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Springs throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Malenko stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Springs.
Malenko tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Springs was well out of range. Poor timing from Malenko.
Springs connects with an inside leg kick.
Springs uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
#T3#
Springs jabs Malenko to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Malenko misses with an uppercut
and Springs counters with an outside leg kick.
Springs scores with a punch to the head.
Malenko 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.
Springs tries to clinch up but Malenko circles away and keeps his distance.
Malenko misses the body punch
and Springs counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Springs fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Springs.
Malenko cracks a nice hook into Springs's ribs.
Malenko doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Springs misses with a hook. Malenko ducked under it nicely.
Malenko connects with a crisp jab.
Malenko's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Springs connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Malenko scrambles back to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Springs misses with a straight right.
Malenko appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Malenko swings for the body but Springs moves out of range.
#T4#
Springs will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Malenko let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Springs scores with a kick to the body.
Malenko looks to score with a jab to the body but Springs is just out of range.
Malenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Springs fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Malenko.
Malenko's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A looping hook to the body misses from Malenko. Springs does a little dance to reset his feet.
Malenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Springs.
Malenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Springs thuds a left hand into Malenko's body.
Malenko connects with a body shot.
Malenko throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Springs sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Malenko looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Springs takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Malenko has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Springs 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 Malenko has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Malenko and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Springs rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Malenko moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Randy Springs clearly takes that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Springs thumps Malenko with a low kick.
Malenko throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Springs stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Malenko 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.
Malenko tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Springs defends well and Malenko ends up having to push Springs into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Malenko avoids the head kick by Springs.
Malenko avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Springs throws a nice outside leg kick.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Springs, right into the meat.
A looping hook to the body misses from Malenko. Springs does a little dance to reset his feet.
Malenko swings for the body but Springs moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Malenko. Springs does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Springs swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Malenko has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Springs.
Malenko lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Springs at a distance.
Springs throws a body shot but no joy.
Jab from Malenko.
Malenko misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Springs lands with a shot to the body.
Springs uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Malenko.
Springs blocks a jab.
Springs lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Springs throws a leg kick but Malenko moved away.
Malenko ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A nice side step and Malenko releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Good standup being displayed there by Malenko as he connects with a hook.
Malenko misses with a looping right.
Springs tries to land a front kick but Malenko steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Malenko digs a good hook to Springs's body.
Malenko on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Springs. Springs obviously looking to wear him down.
A swing and a miss from Malenko.
Springs moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Malenko throws out a loose jab but Springs uses good head movement to avoid it.
Springs wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T2#
Springs fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Malenko is out of range.
Springs throws a nice inside leg kick.
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!
Malenko uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Springs.
Springs lands with a right hand.
Springs slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Malenko fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Springs manages to avoid it.
Malenko misses with a straight left.
A looping hook to the body misses from Springs. Malenko does a little dance to reset his feet.
Malenko throws a sloppy body shot
and Springs counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Springs avoids the body shot from Malenko.
Springs throws a hook but Malenko avoids it easily.
Malenko is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Springs with a body shot.
Malenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Springs.
That kick from Springs tenderised Malenko's leg. Malenko is trying to keep his angry face on.
Malenko looks to score with a jab to the body but Springs is just out of range.
Springs throws a body punch but Malenko moves out of range. #T3#
Malenko throws a lazy right hand but Springs sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Springs throws an off balance right hand
letting Malenko counter with a right hand.
Springs scores with a body shot.
Springs misses with a body shot.
A jab from Malenko misses.
Malenko doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Springs missing with a left hand there. Malenko was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Springs looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Springs fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Malenko looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Springs lands a jab.
Malenko throws a body punch but Springs moves out of range.
Springs defending well as Malenko loads up on a big left hand.
Springs throws a sloppy head kick and Malenko moves out of range easily.
Springs on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T4#
Springs explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Malenko swings for the body but Springs moves out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A slow jab from Malenko misses its intended target.
Malenko doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A shot to the liver by Malenko. Beautiful body shot.
Springs avoids the body shot from Malenko.
Nice uppercut lands for Springs. That snapped Malenko's head back.
Malenko ducks under a wild hook from Springs.
Springs keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Malenko takes a swing at Springs's ribcage but misses.
A big left from Springs misses.
Malenko lands with a nice body punch.
Malenko takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Springs throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Malenko on the side of the head.
Springs scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Randy Springs had his way with Ray Malenko in that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R5#
Springs tries a head kick but it misses.
Malenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Springs.
Malenko looks to score with a jab to the body but Springs is just out of range.
Springs takes one to the side of the head.
Malenko takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Springs cracks Malenko with a good jab.
Good leg kick by Springs there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Springs looks to score with a jab to the body but Malenko is just out of range.
It seemed like Malenko was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
An inside leg kick lands from Springs.
Springs doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good shot there by Malenko.
Springs keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Springs appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Springs chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Malenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Springs throwing a counter right hand but Malenko manages to avoid it.#CL#
Springs drives through and clinches with Malenko against the cage.
#T1#
Malenko lands with a left to the head.
Malenko wants a takedown.
Springs blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Malenko tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Malenko lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Malenko will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Springs up against the cage.
Springs tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Springs swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Springs cracks Malenko with a nice body shot.
Springs lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Malenko can't find room to land a body shot as Springs controls the action.
Springs slows down the pace here.
Springs just leaning against Malenko, taking a breather. #T2#
Springs stalling in the clinch but Malenko improves position.
Springs lands a shot to the body.
Malenko tries to stall but Springs uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Springs has a couple of punches blocked by Malenko.
Springs tries to stall but Malenko uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Springs lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A short left from Springs.
Malenko struggles to land a body shot inside as Springs controls his hands.
A bit of stalling here from Malenko.
Malenko lands on the inside with an uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Springs misses with some punches.
Springs lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A short right from Malenko.
Malenko manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Springs lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Malenko backwards. #T3#
Springs stalls. #TD2#
Malenko pulls guard.
Malenko working a defensive guard here.
Springs wants to pass the guard but Malenko is keeping the position.
Malenko is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Malenko is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Ray Malenko has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#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.
Malenko keeping moving, preventing Springs from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Malenko has his foot on Springs's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Springs works his way back into a safe position though.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#SUB2#
Malenko looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Springs passes into half guard.
Springs is figuring out what he wants to do next.
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 Randy Springs.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Springs, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 50:45
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 50:45
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 50:45
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Randy Springs!
Randy Springs retains his lightweight title!
An out of breath Randy Springs 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:
GAMMA#700 Goodman v Obama 3
Date: Mar 31, 2018 |
#R1#
Malenko swings for the body but Emelienko moves out of range.
Jab from Emelienko.
Malenko misses with an uppercut. Emelienko saw that one coming.
Malenko 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.
Vladimir Emelienko seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Malenko tries to bum rush Emelienko with a series of wild strikes but Emelienko uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Emelienko connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Malenko doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Emelienko comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Emelienko ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Malenko takes a swing at Emelienko's ribcage but misses.
Malenko fails with a takedown attempt. #TD#
Emelienko gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Malenko to score an easy takedown into full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Emelienko looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Malenko controls from within his opponent's guard. #T1#
Emelienko is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Emelienko 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.
Emelienko has his hands on Malenko's head, controlling the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Malenko is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Emelienko controls Malenko momentarily but Malenko frees himself. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Malenko thuds a left hand into Emelienko's body.
Malenko scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Emelienko throws a body punch but Malenko moves out of range.
Malenko tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Emelienko was well out of range. Poor timing from Malenko.
Emelienko chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Malenko moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#CUT#
It looks like Vladimir Emelienko has been cut.
Emelienko missing with a left hand there. Malenko was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Malenko takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Emelienko lands a body shot.
Malenko jabs Emelienko to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Emelienko slips under a jab.
Malenko is looking to wear down Emelienko with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Malenko lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Emelienko at a distance.
A slow jab from Malenko misses its intended target.
Emelienko looks to land a right hand but Malenko moved out of range.#T3#
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Emelienko moves away.
Emelienko appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Malenko throws a looping overhand right but Emelienko ducks down to avoid it.
Malenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Malenko jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Vladimir Emelienko is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Malenko throws a body punch but Emelienko moves out of range.
Emelienko keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Emelienko moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Emelienko lands an overhand right.
Emelienko is looking to chop away at Malenko's legs.
Emelienko cracks Malenko with an open hand slap.
Emelienko works Malenko's body with a nice hook.
Emelienko lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Malenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Malenko scores with a body shot.
Emelienko scores with a three punch combo!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Malenko stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Emelienko.
Malenko looks to score with a jab to the body but Emelienko is just out of range.
Emelienko looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Emelienko moves away.#T4#
That kick from Emelienko tenderised Malenko's leg. Malenko is trying to keep his angry face on.
Emelienko moves out of range of the strikes.
Malenko uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Emelienko.
Emelienko connects with a solid leg kick.
Emelienko connects with an inside leg kick.
Emelienko works Malenko's body with a nice hook.
Emelienko blocks a jab.
Malenko throws a shot to the body.
A big right from Emelienko misses.
Emelienko pivots, looking for a leg kick but Malenko is out of range and Emelienko settles back down.
A nice inside leg kick there by Emelienko. That's going to slow Malenko down.
Malenko lands with a cross.
Malenko checks the leg kick.
Malenko is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Malenko lands with a cross.
Emelienko digs a good body shot into Malenko's ribs.
A chopping leg kick lands by Emelienko.
Malenko blocks a leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Vladimir Emelienko will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Vladimir Emelienko's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Emelienko moves away.
Emelienko throws a hook but Malenko blocks it.
Malenko throwing a counter right hand but Emelienko manages to avoid it.
Malenko throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Emelienko swings widly with a right hand
letting Malenko counter with a right hand.
Malenko fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Emelienko manages to avoid it.
Vladimir Emelienko seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Malenko scores with a nice head shot.
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Emelienko moves away.
Emelienko lands a leg kick that knocks Malenko off balance momentarily.
Malenko ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Emelienko misses the shot to the body.
Emelienko defending well as Malenko loads up on a big left hand.
Malenko takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Emelienko misses with a low kick.
Malenko pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Malenko. Emelienko does a little dance to reset his feet.
Malenko walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A jab from Emelienko finds it's way through Malenko's defenses.
Emelienko lands with a thumping leg kick.
#T1#
Malenko keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Malenko tests Emelienko's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Emelienko moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Malenko has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Emelienko.
Malenko checks a leg kick.
Emelienko tests Malenko's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Emelienko lands a jab to the nose.
Nice body punch from Malenko.
Malenko with a body punch. A glancing blow. #KD#
Malenko lands a left and a right that send Emelienko crashing to the mat, dazed. Malenko thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC#
Emelienko is rocked!#CUT#
That has opened up Vladimir Emelienko's cut even more.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Malenko throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Emelienko is still on wobbly legs! Can Malenko finish him?
Malenko misses the shot to the body.
Emelienko feints a counter leg kick.
Malenko misses the jab.
Malenko throws a hook but Emelienko avoids it easily.
Malenko slips a jab from Emelienko.
It looked like Malenko wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Malenko blocks a low kick nicely.
Malenko slips a jab from Emelienko.#KD#
Malenko cracks Emelienko with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Malenko has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Emelienko to stand back up!
Emelienko throws a low kick but it's checked well by Malenko.#T2#
Malenko lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Emelienko falls backwards - clearly groggy! Malenko dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:06 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ray Malenko!
A victorious Ray Malenko 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:
GAMMA#696 Goodman v Asai 2
Date: Mar 10, 2018 |
#R1#
Malenko lands with a good body shot.
Lamb lands a leg kick that knocks Malenko off balance momentarily.
Lamb doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Malenko shoots in looking for a takedown. Lamb tries to sprawl out of it but Malenko keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Lamb manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Malenko misses with a straight right.
Lamb 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.
Malenko fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Lamb tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Malenko was well out of range. Poor timing from Lamb.
Malenko lands a slapping body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Malenko. Lamb does a little dance to reset his feet.
Malenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lamb fails in his attempt to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malenko dips to his left and cracks Lamb with an uppercut!
Malenko tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lamb was well out of range. Poor timing from Malenko.#TD#
Lamb shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lamb wants to control but Malenko is keeping him busy. #T1#
Malenko has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lamb is working away from the top position though.
The fighters are battling for position here. Malenko manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Malenko utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Lamb is fighting to break Malenko's control of his arms but Malenko is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#SUB2#
Malenko looking for subs off his back but Lamb has passed one foot through into half guard.
#SUB#
Lamb 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.
Malenko keeping control of the position. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Malenko trying to control here.
Malenko gets back to full guard.
Malenko keeping moving, preventing Lamb from controlling successfully.
Lamb throws a big elbow that misses.
Malenko wants to sweep here but Lamb controlling him for the moment.
Lamb in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T3#
Malenko preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Lamb works over Malenko with some ground and pound from guard.
Malenko not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Malenko has momentary wrist control but Lamb slips an elbow through the middle.
Lamb wants to control from the top but Malenko keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Malenko looking for a triangle here. Lamb is fighting it but it looks tight! Malenko pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Lamb is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Ray Malenko!
Ray Malenko thanked the fans post fight for their support.
The defeated Darren Lamb had this to say: 'Baaaaaa... Baaaaaa... Baaaaa... Shit, someone backstage put acid in my drink. I thought I was a lamb.'.
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Event:
GAMMA#692 Ridgeway v Diehard
Date: Feb 17, 2018 |
#R1#
Malenko tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Braun was well out of range. Poor timing from Malenko.
Braun swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Braun walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Malenko will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
And Braun counters with a quick kick to the body but Malenko blocks it.
Braun takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Braun lands with a nice body kick.
Braun looks to land a left hand but Malenko moved out of range nicely.
Malenko lands a jab to Braun's midsection.
Malenko just misses with a punch to the body.
A counter left hand to the body from Braun misses its target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malenko throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Braun sees it coming and avoids it easily.
We've been informed that Malenko 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.
Ray Malenko seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Braun takes one on the button.
Nice body punch from Malenko.
Malenko blocks a low kick nicely.#T1#
A swing and a miss from Malenko.
Braun looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Malenko changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Braun. Malenko does a little dance to reset his feet.
Malenko looks to land a left hand but Braun moved out of range nicely.
Braun slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A head kick by Braun misses
enabling Malenko to counter with a crisp jab.
Braun looks to score with a jab to the body but Malenko is just out of range.
Braun takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Malenko staying out of range there.
A nice side step and Malenko releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Malenko just misses with a punch to the body.
Braun with a hook.
Malenko works the jab nicely.
A solid leg kick lands there for Braun.
#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Braun takes a swing at Malenko's ribcage but misses.
Malenko throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Braun stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Malenko scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Jab, jab by Malenko - just one landing.
Braun ducks right into an uppercut from Malenko.
Malenko slaps away a takedown attempt from Braun, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Malenko appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Malenko scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Malenko misses the shot to the body.
Braun uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Malenko.
Braun is looking to counter with a body kick.
Braun moves away from the strike by Malenko.
Braun tries to counter with a takedown but Malenko is quick to defend against it.
Malenko has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Braun keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T3#
Malenko scores with a jab to the jaw.
Malenko scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#TD#
Braun is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Malenko's half guard.
Malenko moves into full guard.
Braun loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Malenko pulls Braun in close to his closed guard and prevents Braun from doing any damage or advancing position.
Braun missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Malenko has momentary wrist control but Braun slips an elbow through the middle.
Braun throws an elbow that misses. Malenko uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Braun's guard. Nice move by Malenko!#REVB#
Malenko is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4##SUB#
Braun working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Malenko doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Malenko manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Malenko engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Malenko preventing the sweep.
Malenko wants to control from the top but Braun keeps moving. #SUB#
Braun has his foot on Malenko's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Malenko works his way back into a safe position though.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Braun working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Malenko doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Malenko manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ray Malenko dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Malenko just misses with a punch to the body.
Malenko tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Braun was well out of range. Poor timing from Malenko.
Braun is looking to counter punch.
Braun swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Malenko punishes Braun's body with a nice straight punch.
Malenko swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Malenko takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Braun misses with a low kick.
Braun tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Malenko was well out of range. Poor timing from Braun.
Malenko fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Braun manages to avoid it.
Nice cross by Malenko.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malenko misses with a body shot.
Malenko has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Malenko fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Braun manages to avoid it.
Braun half committed to a counter leg kick.
Malenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Braun.
Malenko throws a hook but Braun blocks it.#T1#
Malenko scores with a punch to the head.
A jab from Malenko finds it's way through Braun's defenses.
Braun throws a push kick but Malenko slaps the foot to one side.
Malenko tries for a takedown but Braun circles away easily
and Braun counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Braun keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Malenko lands a nice looking body shot.
Braun looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Malenko scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Malenko is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Braun misses with an uppercut.
Malenko lands with a nice body punch.
Nice shot lands for Malenko.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Malenko scores with a crisp jab that stopped Braun in his tracks.
Malenko misses the shot to the body.
Malenko swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Braun feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Malenko's calf.
Malenko looks for a takedown but Braun sprawls well.
Braun attempts a counter takedown but Malenko avoids it well and moves away.
Malenko swings away with a body shot that misses
and Braun counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Braun misses with a low kick.
Malenko fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Malenko misses with a wild body shot.
Braun slips under a jab.#TD2#
Malenko darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#T3##SUB#
Braun looking for submissions off his back.
Braun is trying to control but Malenko passes into side control!
Malenko trying to control the action but Braun is working from the bottom.
Braun is looking for a sweep.
Braun is working hard here to advance position.
Braun seems a little lost for a moment, as Malenko dominates the positioning.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Braun is looking for a sweep.
Braun trying to remain calm as Malenko controls from the top position.
Malenko working the body and head with strikes.
Braun takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Malenko wants to control but Braun is keeping him busy.
Braun tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Malenko throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ray Malenko showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. 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#
Malenko throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Malenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Braun throws a solid leg kick but Malenko takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Braun.
Malenko is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Braun with a body shot.
Malenko looks to land a right hand but Braun moved out of range.
Malenko scores with a jab to the body.
Malenko is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Braun rather than just go for the knockout.
Malenko comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Malenko fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Braun looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Ray Malenko seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD2#
Malenko fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Braun to the ground. Malenko is now in Braun's guard.
Malenko controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Braun not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Malenko trying to control but Braun is working from the bottom.
Braun 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##T1#
Braun prevents Malenko from improving his position.
Braun thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Malenko's head.
Malenko keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Malenko trying to hold on to Braun's head to control him but Braun postures up.
Malenko has hold of Braun's hands but Braun slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Braun wants to control but Malenko is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Malenko looking for submissions off his back.
Malenko has hold of Braun's hands but Braun slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Bluto Braun has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Braun thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Braun prevents Malenko from improving his position.#SUB#
Braun is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Malenko is trying to control but can't.
Braun working the head and body with strikes.
Braun seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Malenko is trying to get back to full guard.
Malenko is trying is best to control the position here. #T3#
Braun seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Braun not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Braun lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Malenko trying to control here.
Braun is trying to control the action in half guard but Malenko is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Malenko trying to control but Braun postures up.
Braun prevents Malenko from improving his position.
Braun not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB2#
Malenko looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4#
Braun throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Braun is keen to just control but Malenko is a slippery customer.
Malenko is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Malenko is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Braun scores with a couple of nice shots.
Braun not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Malenko keeping control of the position.
Braun throws a strike but Malenko avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Malenko has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Braun can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Braun being controlled here momentarily.
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 Bluto Braun.
I think Malenko 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ray Malenko!
During a confident post fight interview, Ray Malenko thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Bluto Braun spoke after the fight, saying 'I'll get em' next time.'.
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Event:
GC 187
Date: Jan 28, 2018 |
#R1#
Bone throws the kick towards the body but Malenko avoids it.
Malenko blocks a low kick nicely.
Malenko appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bone misses with a straight right.
Bone connects with a leg kick. Malenko looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Bone misses with a lunging right hand
and Malenko counters with a straight right hand.#TD#
Bone feints and as Malenko raises his hands in defense, Bone changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Malenko keeping full guard, as Bone tries to pass.
Bone is working hard here to advance position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malenko keeping moving, preventing Bone from controlling successfully.
Bone pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Malenko is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Malenko pulls Bone in to control the position.
Bone with a flurry of punches that miss.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Malenko trying to keep a closed guard but Bone is proving a slippery customer.
#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bone misses the jab.#CL#
Bone pushes Malenko up against the cage in a clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Malenko.
Malenko is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Bone to keep the fight standing.
Malenko goes for a takedown attempt but Bone pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Bone staying out of range there.
Bone was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Bone connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #CL#
Bone takes the fight into the clinch.
Bone misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bone. #T2#
Malenko is trying to pull guard but Bone has him pressed against the cage.
Joe Bone has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ray Malenko.
Bone throws a punch but it's blocked by Malenko.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Malenko 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.
Malenko tries a body shot but Bone blocks it.
Bone tries to throw a body punch but Malenko avoids it by throwing Bone back against the cage.
Malenko scores with a nice hook to the head.
Bone swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Malenko misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Malenko blocks an uppercut.
Bone lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Malenko backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Malenko's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Bone can't find room to land a body shot as Malenko controls the action.
Malenko stalls.
Bone tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Malenko's elbow.
Bone lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Bone scores with a shoulder strike.
Malenko lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Malenko tries to score a body lock takedown but Bone shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Malenko leaning his opponent against the cage.#T3#
Bone lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bone makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Bone tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bone works on Malenko's body with a couple of short punches.
Bone scores with a shot to the side of Malenko's head.
Malenko is working Bone over against the cage.
Bone misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Malenko stalling in the clinch.
Bone fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bone blocks a body shot from Malenko.
Bone scores with a shoulder strike. #TD2#
Malenko tightens his grip and picks Bone up, before dumping him to the ground. Bone manages to land in guard. #SUB#
Bone is looking for a triangle but Malenko pushes his legs off easily.
Malenko postures up in Bone's guard and throws a big left but Bone blocks it. #T4#
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!
Malenko trying to control but Bone is working from the bottom.
Bone manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Malenko manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Bone's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Malenko is trying to control the position but Bone postures up.
Bone advances position into side control!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joe Bone dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Bone defending well as Malenko loads up on a big left hand.
Bone 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.
Malenko throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bone uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
Malenko scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Malenko takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Malenko works the jab nicely.
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bone moves away.
Bone swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Bone misses the shot to the body.
Bone slips a jab and a cross from Malenko.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bone misses with a body shot.
Bone fails with an attempt to clinch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Malenko! But no joy.
Malenko keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Malenko lands with a shot to the body. #T1#
Bone throws out a loose jab but Malenko uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bone is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bone fails with an attempt to clinch.
Malenko scores with a nice head shot.
Malenko takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bone chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Bone lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Joe Bone is winning the standup battle so far.
Bone takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A looping hook to the body misses from Malenko. Bone does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bone misses with a looping right.
Bone on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Malenko misses with a lunging right hand
and Bone counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Malenko paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
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!
Bone throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T2#
Bone finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Malenko scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Bone doesn't seem bothered though.
Bone looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Malenko ducks under a wild hook from Bone.
Ray Malenko seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Malenko swings for the body but Bone moves out of range.
Malenko punishes Bone's body with a nice straight punch.
The fighters circling - Malenko throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bone is looking to counter punch.
Bone keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Malenko bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Malenko shoots in for a takedown but Bone shows good takedown defense.
Malenko avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Malenko doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Bone throws a lazy head kick
enabling Malenko to counter with a crisp jab.
Malenko moves away from the strike by Bone.
Malenko looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
A counter left hand to the body from Bone misses its target.#T3#
Bone comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Malenko bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Malenko appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Malenko takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Malenko lunges at Bone with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Bone's hand.
Bone throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bone tries to clinch but Malenko moves out of range.
Bone throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Malenko sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Malenko displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bone throws out the jab.
Bone avoids the body shot from Malenko.
Bone is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Malenko can do to turn this around?
Malenko dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bone throws a jab when Malenko was well out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Malenko. Bone does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jab from Malenko.
Bone pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T4#
Bone throws out a loose jab but Malenko uses good head movement to avoid it.
Malenko tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bone was well out of range. Poor timing from Malenko.
Bone uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
It looked like Bone wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Malenko scores with a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bone keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Malenko.
Bone misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Malenko.
Malenko throws out a powerful jab.
Nice straight punches there by Bone. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Bone.
Malenko throws a jab but it's blocked by Bone.
Bone takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bone tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Malenko manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Malenko swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Malenko digs a good body shot into Bone's ribs.
Bone throws a shot from downtown. Malenko moves away and avoids it.
Bone defending well as Malenko loads up on a big left hand.
Malenko missing with a left hand there. Bone was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ray Malenko showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, 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#
Bone smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Malenko throws a looping overhand right but Bone ducks down to avoid it.
Malenko lands with a good body shot.
Malenko lands with a nice body punch.
Malenko misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bone loads up on a big right hand but Malenko slips the punch.
A telegraphed right hand from Bone misses the target.
Malenko thuds a left hand into Bone's body.
Bone chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Malenko with a jab.
Bone avoids the body shot from Malenko.
Bone swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Malenko appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Malenko 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.
Bone throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Malenko slips a straight right by Bone.#T1#
Malenko tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bone was well out of range. Poor timing from Malenko.
Malenko throws a body shot but no joy.
Bone fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Bone looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Malenko is fending him off so far but Bone persists. Nope, Malenko circles away and we're back to standing.
Bone uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
Bone uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
Malenko wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Malenko fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bone looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Malenko throws a right hand that Bone ducks under and follows up with a left that Bone also avoids with ease.
Malenko throws a body shot but no joy.
Bone looks for the body kick but Malenko saw that one coming.
Malenko drops his hands momentarily and Bone takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Bone drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Malenko swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Bone makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.#T2#
Malenko checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bone moves away.
The fighters circle momentarily. Malenko darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A chopping leg kick lands by Bone.
Bone swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Malenko punishes Bone's body with a nice straight punch.
Malenko throws a body punch but Bone moves out of range.
Bone tries to clinch but Malenko moves away
and Malenko counters with a lovely shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Malenko. Bone does a little dance to reset his feet.
Malenko looks to land a left hand but Bone moved out of range nicely.
Bone uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
Bone throws a counter high kick but Malenko was just alert enough to avoid it.
Malenko throws a lazy right hand but Bone sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bone throws a nice inside leg kick.
Malenko jabs at Bone's body.#T3#
Malenko throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bone dives in for a single leg takedown but Malenko sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joe Bone. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Malenko fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Malenko on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bone. Bone obviously looking to wear him down.
Bone misses with a low kick as Malenko jumps back.
Bone waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Malenko.
Nice body punch from Malenko.
Bone throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Malenko scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Malenko lands a glancing blow to the side of Bone's head.
Malenko's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Malenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Bone lands a left hand.
Malenko jumps guard but Bone stands there with Malenko around his waist. Malenko gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
#T4#
Malenko tries to stall but Bone uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Bone misses with the head strike.
Bone misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Malenko.
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!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Malenko. #TD2#
Malenko successfully pulls guard.
Malenko has his hands on Bone's head, controlling the position. #SUB2#
Malenko working for a triangle but Bone defends it easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bone stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Malenko swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ray Malenko comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Malenko 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 28:29
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ray Malenko!
Ray Malenko is the new welterweight champion!
Our winner, Ray Malenko, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
gc184
Date: Jan 06, 2018 |
#R1#
Wax scores with a decent looking hook.
Wax misses with a takedown attempt - Malenko sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Decent striking displayed by Malenko there.
Malenko lands a slapping body shot.
Malenko loads up on a big right hand but Wax slips the punch.
Wax uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
Malenko scores with a body shot.
Wax slips a straight right by Malenko.
Wax appears to be looking for a big counter.
A low kick from Wax is predictable there
and Malenko counters with a stiff right hand.
Malenko throws a big shot that misses.
Wax is looking to counter the offense by Malenko and move into the clinch.
Malenko connects with a body shot that sends Wax's belly button to the back.
Wax 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.
Malenko lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Wax backs up against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD2#
Malenko darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Malenko wants to take a breather but Wax is having none of it. #T1#
Malenko content to control rather than advance.
Wax is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Malenko's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Malenko's back!
Malenko just trying to survive but Wax is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
I really don't envy Malenko right now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Malenko just trying to survive but Wax is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Wax keeps control of the position easily here as Malenko tries to buck him off.
Wax tries to get the hooks in deep but Malenko pushed the leg off. #T2#
Malenko is really stuck here.
Wax just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Malenko trying to control the hands but Wax breaks the grip.
Wax biding his time, controlling Malenko.
Malenko rolls, trying to escape but Wax keeps control of the position.
Wax has good solid back control here. #T3#
I really don't envy Malenko right now.
I would not like to be Malenko right now.
Wax keeps control of the position as Malenko tries to break free.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Malenko needs to remain patient if he's going to get out of this sticky situation.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
#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.
Wax avoiding Malenko 's attempts to control his hands.
Malenko rolls, trying to escape but Wax keeps control of the position.
I would not like to be Malenko right now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Ray Malenko will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Jab, jab by Malenko - just one landing.
The fighters circling - Malenko throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Malenko throws a shot to the body.
Wax is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Malenko.
Wax misses with a low kick as Malenko jumps back.
A jab from Malenko finds it's way through Wax's defenses.
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wax moves away.
Malenko avoids the head kick by Wax.
A big right from Malenko misses.
Malenko throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Wax ducks under a wild hook from Malenko.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wax missing with a left hand there. Malenko was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
It seemed like Malenko was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Wax takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Malenko cracks Wax with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wax needs to keep his hands up - Malenko had a free shot at his head there.
Wax throws a leg kick but Malenko moved away.
Wax misses with a body shot.
#T1##CL#
Wax has taken the fight to the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Wax fails to land.
Wax misses with some punches.
Wax tries to break free but Malenko pushes him back against the cage.
Malenko lands with a right to the head.
Malenko pushes Wax back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Malenko can't find room to land a body shot as Wax controls the action.
#BC#
Wax escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Malenko misses with a wild body shot.
Malenko lands with a straight right. Wax didn't see that one coming.#ROC2#
Wax is rocked!
A jab from Malenko finds it's way through Wax's defenses.
Oh Wax is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Malenko digs a good body shot into Wax's ribs.
Wax jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Malenko misses with a wild body shot.
Malenko throws an overhand right that lands on Wax's shoulder, as Wax tries to avoid the shot.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Wax.
Wax seems to have got his legs back now.
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!
The fighters circling - Malenko throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Malenko takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T2#
Jab from Malenko.
Nice jab there from Malenko.
Wax fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Malenko on the side of the head.
Malenko connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Malenko lands with a right hand.
Wax uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Malenko.
A big right from Malenko misses.
Charlie Wax is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A slow jab from Malenko misses its intended target.
Wax tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Malenko misses with a hook
and Wax counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Malenko lunges at Wax with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Wax's hand. #TD2#
Malenko looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Charlie Wax overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Malenko postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Wax 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##T3#
Wax is thwarting Malenko's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Malenko looking for submissions off his back.
Wax controlling the action here.
Malenko blocking the ground and pound attempt from Wax.
Malenko has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Wax is working away from the top position though.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Malenko gets full guard.
Malenko controlling Wax's posture.
Malenko has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Wax engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Malenko is trying to control the position but Wax postures up. #SU#
Wax gets to his feet. Malenko looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ray Malenko showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Malenko avoids the body shot from Wax.
Malenko with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Malenko 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.
Wax throws a big shot that misses.
Wax steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Malenko.
Malenko scores with a jab to the head.
Malenko throws a looping overhand right but Wax ducks down to avoid it.
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Wax tries to clinch but Malenko moves out of range.
Nice cross by Malenko.
Wax slips under a jab.
Wax tries a head kick but it misses.
Wax is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A nice side step and Malenko releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Wax thows a left - swing and a miss!
Wax throws a head kick that misses.
Malenko is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#T1#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Wax.
Wax fails with an attempt to clinch.
Wax keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#CL#
Wax has taken the fight to the clinch.
Wax with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Malenko blocks a body shot from Wax.
Malenko takes a knee right on the jaw!
Malenko scores with a nice hook to the head.
Malenko lands with a light punch inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Wax.
A hook to the body from Wax.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Wax.
Wax goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Malenko lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Wax swings wildly with an uppercut but Malenko uses good head movement to avoid it.
Malenko misses with a punch to the body.
Charlie Wax has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Malenko can't find room to land a body shot as Wax controls the action.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Wax.
Ray Malenko seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Malenko lands an uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Wax.
Wax working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A head punch on the inside from Wax fails to land.
Wax misses with a punch to the body.
Wax has a couple of punches blocked by Malenko.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Malenko.
Wax gets underhooks to prevent Malenko's takedown attempt.
#TD2#
Malenko gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Wax regains guard.
Malenko wants to control from the top but Wax keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Malenko forces his way into half guard.
Wax blocking the ground and pound attempt from Malenko. #T3#
Malenko looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Malenko thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Malenko tries to pass to full mount but Wax defends it.
Malenko is looking to take a break and control but Wax is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Wax is looking to improve his position.
Malenko trying to control from half guard but Wax is working away. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Malenko is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Wax is refusing to be controlled, as Malenko sits in half guard.
Malenko not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Wax is refusing to be controlled, as Malenko sits in half guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Malenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ray Malenko comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Malenko 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ray Malenko!
After winning the bout, Ray Malenko 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:
gc181
Date: Dec 15, 2017 |
#R1#
Malenko takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Malenko is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Malenko throws a shot from downtown. Zhivago moves away and avoids it.
Zhivago avoids the body shot from Malenko.
Zhivago bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Zhivago raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Zhivago lands a really nice looking cross but Malenko seems unphased.
A jab from Malenko misses.
Zhivago throws out a counter right but Malenko avoids it with no problem.
Malenko rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Zhivago connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Malenko throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Zhivago on the side of the head.
Malenko connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Zhivago swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Malenko walks into a stiff left hand from Zhivago.
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!
Malenko throws a looping overhand right but Zhivago ducks down to avoid it.
Zhivago connects with a high kick.
Malenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Zhivago throws out a counter right but Malenko avoids it with no problem.
Malenko throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T1#
Malenko takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Zhivago's coach down at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Zhivago's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Malenko misses the shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Malenko. Zhivago does a little dance to reset his feet.
Zhivago throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Malenko connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Zhivago misses with a hook.
Zhivago avoids the body shot from Malenko.
Malenko bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Zhivago's head backwards.
Malenko just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice body punch from Zhivago.
Zhivago throws a head kick but Malenko moves out of range.
Malenko throws a body shot but no joy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Malenko. Zhivago does a little dance to reset his feet.#T2#
Malenko has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Zhivago.
Zhivago throws the kick towards the body but Malenko avoids it.
Zhivago misses with a body punch
and Malenko counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Malenko 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.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2#
Zhivago closes the distance and pushes Malenko back into the cage.
Malenko blocks a body shot from Zhivago.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Malenko.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Malenko creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Malenko.
Zhivago lands a left hand that snaps the head of Malenko backwards.
Zhivago swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Zhivago misses with some punches.
A short right from Zhivago.
Zhivago tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Zhivago lands a shot to the body.
Malenko blocking some punches.
Zhivago lands with a short shot to the head.
A short right from Malenko on the inside. #T3#
Malenko tries a body shot but Zhivago blocks it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Malenko.
Zhivago working aggressively here.
Malenko stalling.
Malenko is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Zhivago misses with a hook to the ribs.
Zhivago tries to throw a body punch but Malenko avoids it by throwing Zhivago back against the cage.
Zhivago throws a head punch that misses.
Nice body punch from Zhivago - that landed with a thud.
#BC#
Malenko pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Malenko misses with a hook
and Zhivago cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Malenko shoots and misses
and Zhivago makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Zhivago throws a nice inside leg kick. #CL2#
Zhivago fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Malenko, pushing him back against the cage.
Malenko tries to pull guard but Zhivago holds him up against the cage and eventually Malenko drops back down to his feet.
Zhivago misses with a punch to the body.
#T4#
Malenko misses with a short punch on the inside.
Malenko blocks a body shot from Zhivago.
Malenko is trying to stall.
Malenko scores with a shot to the side of Zhivago's head.
Malenko prevents a body shot from Zhivago.
Zhivago misses with a hook to the ribs.
Zhivago digs a right hand into Malenko's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Malenko's gas tank.
Malenko lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Zhivago backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Malenko blocks a body shot from Zhivago.
Malenko looking to stall.
Zhivago misses with a punch to the body.
Zhivago will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Malenko up against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Zhivago.
Malenko lands a hook to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Boris Zhivago dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Zhivago takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Zhivago moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Zhivago fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Malenko checks it well.
Malenko throws a hook to the side of Zhivago's head but Zhivago sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Zhivago is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Malenko.
Zhivago connects with an inside leg kick.
Zhivago moves out of range as Malenko strikes.
It seemed like Zhivago was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Malenko ducks under a wild hook from Zhivago.
Malenko thuds a left hand into Zhivago's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malenko misses the shot to the body.
Malenko connects with a body shot that sends Zhivago's belly button to the back.
A slow jab from Malenko misses its intended target.
Zhivago swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Zhivago has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Malenko finds it's way round the side to connect with Zhivago's head. #T1#
Malenko throws a body punch but Zhivago moves out of range.
Zhivago swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Zhivago pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Malenko swings for the body but Zhivago moves out of range.
Boris Zhivago seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Malenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Zhivago on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Zhivago bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Zhivago lands a two punch combo.
Malenko slips under a jab.
Zhivago takes one on the button.
Malenko throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Malenko misses with a hook. Zhivago ducked under it nicely.
Ray Malenko seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Zhivago with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Malenko to score with a decent uppercut.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Malenko looks to score with a jab to the body but Zhivago is just out of range.
Malenko checks a low kick from Zhivago.
Malenko fails to land the takedown.
Zhivago now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Jab by Malenko.
Zhivago thows a left - swing and a miss!
Malenko misses with a body shot.
Malenko misses with a wild body shot.
Zhivago fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Malenko manages to avoid it.
Malenko lands a glancing blow to the side of Zhivago's head.
Malenko moves into range and connects with a jab.
Malenko connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Malenko is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T3#
Malenko takes one on the button.
Zhivago keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Malenko backing away here, and Zhivago unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Malenko drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Zhivago tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Malenko was well out of range. Poor timing from Zhivago.
Zhivago looks to throw a body kick
and Malenko counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Malenko takes a swing at Zhivago's ribcage but misses.
Malenko uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Zhivago.
Malenko swings for the body but Zhivago moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Zhivago! But no joy.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Malenko throws a good cross that connects.
Zhivago misses with a jab to the body
and Malenko counters with a nice uppercut.
Boris Zhivago is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Malenko misses the shot to the body.
Malenko ducks under a wild hook from Zhivago.#T4#
Malenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Zhivago.
Malenko throws a lazy uppercut
and Zhivago 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!
Zhivago ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Malenko moves away.
Zhivago misses with a leg kick
and Malenko counters with a straight right hand.
Zhivago keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Malenko.
Malenko throws a jab when Zhivago was well out of range.
Malenko throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Zhivago misses with an uppercut.
Malenko throws a body shot but no joy.
Zhivago waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Malenko.
Zhivago uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Malenko.
A left lands for Malenko.
Malenko looks to land a right hand but Zhivago moved out of range.
Zhivago appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ray Malenko dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Malenko scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Malenko with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Zhivago to score with a decent uppercut.
Malenko misses with a straight right.
Zhivago takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Zhivago uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Malenko.
Zhivago ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jab, jab by Malenko - just one landing.
Malenko scores with a decent looking hook.
Zhivago connects with a crisp jab.
Malenko loads up on a big right hand but Zhivago slips the punch.
Zhivago throws a lazy uppercut
and Malenko connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A jab from Malenko misses.
Zhivago is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Malenko with a body shot.
Donk. Zhivago catches Malenko right on the button with a cross.#T1#
Malenko misses the shot to the body.
Zhivago wants to counter with a clinch but Malenko pushes him away.
Malenko lands a nice looking body shot.
#TD#
Malenko closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Zhivago quickly recovers to half guard.
Zhivago is holding on to half guard well.
Zhivago wants to control but Malenko is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Malenko thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Malenko slows the pace down in half guard.
Malenko tries to pass to full mount but Zhivago defends it. #T2#
Malenko is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Zhivago keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Zhivago desperately trying to maintain half guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Malenko has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Zhivago.#T3#
No luck for Malenko with that takedown attempt.
Zhivago tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Malenko was well out of range. Poor timing from Zhivago.
A good leg kick by Zhivago.
Malenko misses with a hook
and Zhivago counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Malenko 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.
Zhivago has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Zhivago tries to land a front kick but Malenko steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Zhivago takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Zhivago feints and then cracks Malenko's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Malenko down.
Malenko misses with a straight left.
Zhivago is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Malenko with a body shot.
The fighters circling - Zhivago throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jab by Zhivago.#T4#
Malenko fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Zhivago 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 Malenko has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Malenko and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Malenko was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Zhivago misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Malenko.
Malenko fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Zhivago looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Zhivago slips under a jab from Malenko.
Zhivago closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Malenko defending well as Zhivago loads up on a big left hand.
Zhivago 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.
Malenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Zhivago misses the shot to the body.
Malenko throws a lazy right hand but Zhivago sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Zhivago misses with an uppercut. Malenko saw that one coming.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ray Malenko showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Malenko 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 Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ray Malenko!
Ray Malenko 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 112:Curran vs Skrumbellos
Date: Aug 12, 2017 |
#R1#
Malenko looks to throw the jab but Rousey is out of range.
Malenko misses with a looping left.
Malenko misses with a hook.
Malenko throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Rousey tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Malenko defends well and Rousey ends up having to push Malenko into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
We've been informed that Rousey 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.
Malenko throws a looping overhand right but Rousey ducks down to avoid it.
Rousey shoots in but Malenko avoids the takedown attempt easily.#TD2#
Rousey shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Malenko trying to keep a closed guard but Rousey is proving a slippery customer.
Malenko 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.
Rousey distracts Malenko with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Rousey wants to control from the top but Malenko keeps moving.
We've been hearing good reports from Malenko'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.
Rousey trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T1#
Malenko trying to control the position.
Rousey missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Malenko managing to control the position.
Malenko keeping moving, preventing Rousey from controlling successfully.
Rousey looking to pass the guard.
Rousey postures up in Malenko's guard and throws a big left but Malenko blocks it.
Rousey stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Malenko swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rousey trying to control the position from guard on top but Malenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Malenko is looking for a triangle but Rousey pushes his legs off easily.
Rousey is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Malenko trying to keep a closed guard but Rousey is proving a slippery customer.
Rousey missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Rousey working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Malenko is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Rousey uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
Rousey tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Malenko defends well and Rousey ends up having to push Malenko into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Ray Malenko has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ronald Rousey.
Malenko swings for the body but Rousey moves out of range.
#T3#
Rousey takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Malenko connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#TD2#
Rousey shoots in and bounces Malenko off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Malenko trying to keep a closed guard but Rousey is proving a slippery customer.
Rousey with a nice head shot there.
Malenko is pulling down on Rousey's head. It's preventing any offense from Rousey, at least for the moment.
Rousey throws a strike but Malenko rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##SUB2#
Malenko avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Malenko sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T4#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Malenko passes easily into side control. Nice work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The referee asks Malenko politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Malenko prefers to stall for the moment though.
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 Ray Malenko will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Rousey uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
Rousey throws out a counter right but Malenko avoids it with no problem.
Nice shot lands for Malenko.#CL#
Malenko has taken the fight to the clinch.
Malenko goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Malenko swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Malenko tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Malenko tries to work over Rousey's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A right hook to the body lands for Malenko.
Malenko swings wildly with an uppercut but Rousey uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rousey lands a right hand that snaps the head of Malenko backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rousey.
Rousey misses with a hook from the clinch.
Malenko is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rousey can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rousey tries for a takedown but Malenko manages to get underhooks.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Malenko.
Rousey avoiding damage.
Malenko tries a body shot but Rousey blocks it.
Malenko struggles to land a body shot inside as Rousey controls his hands.
Malenko doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T1#
Rousey tries for a takedown but Malenko manages to get underhooks.
Malenko blocking some punches.
Malenko misses with a body punch.
Malenko lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rousey backwards.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Rousey takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Rousey throws a punch but it's blocked by Malenko.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Malenko creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Malenko.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rousey.
Malenko misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rousey taking a breather.
Rousey is looking to take this one to the mat.
Ray Malenko has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ronald Rousey.
A hook to the body from Malenko.
Rousey is breathing heavily.
Malenko lands with a left to the head. #BC#
Malenko breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Malenko fails in his attempt to clinch.
Malenko scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Rousey doesn't seem bothered though.
Malenko misses with a body shot.
#T2#
Malenko tries to clinch but Rousey moves out of range.
Malenko sets himself, and Rousey steps forward looking for the clinch! Malenko avoids it this time.
Rousey misses with a body kick.
Rousey takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Malenko swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Rousey misses with an uppercut.
Malenko is looking to clinch but Rousey is avoiding it.
Rousey moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Malenko lands a nice shot that snaps Rousey's head back.
Malenko tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rousey was well out of range. Poor timing from Malenko.
Rousey uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
Malenko fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Jab, jab by Malenko - just one landing.
Rousey thumps Malenko with a low kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Malenko looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Rousey misses with a takedown attempt - Malenko sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T3#
Malenko throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Rousey lands an overhand right.
Rousey misses with a two punch combination.
Ray Malenko is winning the standup battle so far.
A looping hook to the body misses from Malenko. Rousey does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ronald Rousey is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Malenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The fight stays on the outside here - Malenko looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Malenko lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Rousey at a distance.
Ray Malenko is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Malenko doesn't manage to clinch there - Rousey circles away.
Rousey drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Malenko defends it well.
Rousey circles away from the clinch attempt.
Malenko lands a jab to the nose.
Malenko connects with a crisp jab.
Malenko is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Malenko rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#TD2#
and Rousey counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rousey is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Malenko reverses the position - he's now on top in Rousey's guard. #T4#
Malenko being controlled here momentarily.
Rousey keeping full guard, as Malenko tries to pass.
Malenko passes Rousey's left leg - he's now in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Well, if Malenko 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.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ray Malenko dominated that second round.
That's time! Malenko's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Malenko throws a body punch but Rousey moves out of range.
Malenko looks to throw the jab but Rousey is out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Rousey! But no joy.
Rousey shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Malenko pinned against the cage. Malenko gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Rousey has his takedown stuffed
and Malenko counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd cheers as Malenko lands an impressive looking overhand right. Rousey doesn't seem phased though.
Malenko misses with a body shot.
Rousey lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Rousey dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Malenko. That did some damage!
Malenko misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rousey on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Rousey misses with a looping left.
A looping hook to the body misses from Malenko. Rousey does a little dance to reset his feet.
Malenko fails in his attempt to clinch.
Rousey slips a straight right by Malenko.#T1#
Malenko darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Malenko lands a really nice looking cross but Rousey seems unphased.
Rousey uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
Malenko misses the shot to the body.
Malenko throws a big shot that misses.
Rousey avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Malenko pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rousey lands a really nice looking cross but Malenko seems unphased.
Rousey connects with a body shot.
Rousey walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
A cross from Malenko lands.
Malenko misses with a hook. Rousey ducked under it nicely.
Rousey feints the counter takedown.
Malenko works over Rousey's head and body with a nice combination.
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!
Malenko throws out a loose jab but Rousey uses good head movement to avoid it.
Malenko scores with a hook to the body. Rousey takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Rousey throws a right hand that Malenko ducks under and follows up with a left that Malenko also avoids with ease.#T2#
Rousey scores with a jab to the body.
Malenko throws a combination. Rousey tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Ronald Rousey has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Rousey connects with a body shot.
Rousey takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A big right from Malenko misses.
Rousey fails with the takedown
and Malenko counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ray Malenko has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ronald Rousey.
Malenko tests Rousey's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Jab by Malenko.
Rousey takes a jab right on the kisser.
#CL#
Malenko drives through and clinches with Rousey against the cage.
Rousey misses with a punch to the body.
Malenko working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Rousey blocks an uppercut.
Rousey has a couple of punches blocked by Malenko.
#T3#
Still in the clinch, Malenko scores with a nice short uppercut.
Malenko lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #ROC#
Rousey is rocked!
Malenko fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rousey stalling in the clinch but Malenko improves position.
Malenko swings wildly with an uppercut but Rousey uses good head movement to avoid it.
Malenko working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Rousey is still on wobbly legs! Can Malenko finish him?
Rousey wants a takedown but no success here.
Rousey seems to have recovered his senses.
Rousey is trying to break free.
Malenko is pressed up against the cage. Rousey has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Malenko down to the mat. Malenko avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Rousey takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rousey moves away.
Malenko connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Rousey's hands.
Rousey gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Malenko misses with a wild body shot.
Malenko scores with the left hand. Rousey knows he should have avoided that one.
Rousey has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A jab from Malenko does it's job there.
Rousey misses with an uppercut. #T4#
Malenko thuds a left hand into Rousey's body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rousey throws a sloppy head kick
and Malenko counters with a right hand to the body.
Malenko lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Rousey at a distance.
Malenko gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Rousey.
Rousey closes this distance looking for a takedown but Malenko circles away.
Nice jab there from Malenko.
Malenko wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Malenko scores with a sloppy right hand. Rousey should have avoided that one.
Malenko tries to clinch up.
Malenko throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Rousey stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Malenko cracks Rousey with a right hand to the side of the head.#CL#
Malenko rushes Rousey and presses him up against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Malenko lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Malenko lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rousey backwards.
Malenko stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Rousey takes a shot to the head.
Malenko softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ray Malenko showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Malenko, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 30:27
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ray Malenko!
During a confident post fight interview, Ray Malenko thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
In defeat, Ronald Rousey stepped up to the mic, saying 'My hat's off to my opponent. He fought a great fight and won fair and square. I'm glad we were able to put on an exciting fight for you fans. Give it up, people!'.
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Event:
HFC 110: Northrop vs Kid
Date: Jul 29, 2017 |
#R1#
Malenko uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Man has time to react.
Malenko missing with a left hand there. Man was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL2#
Man instigates a clinch.
Man missing with knees to the body.
Man tries a knee to the head but Malenko blocks it.
Malenko misses with the head strike.
A knee to the head by Man.
Malenko misses with a hook to the ribs.
Man blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Malenko tries a body shot but Man blocks it.
Man with a knee to the head.
Man throws an elbow that misses.
Malenko lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Malenko misses with some punches.
Malenko scores with a shot to the side of Man's head.
This has been an exciting period of action!#BC#
Malenko pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Man tries a head kick but it misses.
Malenko avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Man fails in his attempt to clinch. #T1#
The fight stays on the outside here - Man looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Man tries to close the distance and clinch but Malenko swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Malenko 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.
Malenko jabs at Man's body.
Malenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Man tries to counter by closing the distance.
Man defending well as Malenko loads up on a big left hand.
Man closes the distance looking to clinch
and Malenko connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Man tries to clinch up
and Malenko counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CL2#
Malenko gets tackled into the cage by Man. Man maintains the clinch. #T2#
Man tries to pull guard but Malenko won't allow it.
Malenko tries to throw a body punch but Man avoids it by throwing Malenko back against the cage.
Man throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Malenko misses with a body punch.
Man is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Man is trying to pull guard but Malenko turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
A short right from Malenko on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Malenko.
Man's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Malenko has a couple of punches blocked by Man.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Malenko throws a head punch that misses.
Man doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Good body shot from Malenko.
A head punch on the inside from Malenko fails to land.
Man tries to land knees in the clinch but Malenko avoids the damage to the body.
Malenko working aggressively here.
Man lands a left hand that snaps the head of Malenko backwards.
Man lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Malenko or not.
Man tries a knee to the head but Malenko blocks it.
#T3#
Malenko misses with a hook to the ribs.
Man blocking some punches.
Malenko misses with a body punch.
Malenko tries to work over Man's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Malenko swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Man tries to land knees in the clinch but Malenko avoids the damage to the body.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Malenko.
Man tries to land knees in the clinch but Malenko avoids the damage to the body.
Malenko blocking some punches.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Malenko working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Malenko.
Malenko lands a hook to the side of the head.
Man's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Man is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Malenko is defending well for now.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Malenko.
Man is trying to stall.
Malenko lands a hook that snaps the head of Man backwards. #T4#
Malenko lands a right hand that snaps the head of Man backwards.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Man tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Malenko smiles and moves away.
Ray Malenko has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jontte Man.
Malenko moves out of range of the leg kick from Man.#CL2#
Man gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Man lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Malenko avoiding damage as Man throws knees to the body.
Man misses with a body punch.
Malenko goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Malenko misses with a punch to the body.
Still in the clinch, Malenko scores with a nice short uppercut.
Malenko wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Malenko on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Man lands an elbow inside that Malenko shrugs off.
A short right from Malenko on the inside.
Man looking to throw knees to the head but Malenko is blocking nicely.
The referee calls for Malenko to work.
#TD2#
Man manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB2#
Man is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ray Malenko 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#
Malenko dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Man connects with an inside leg kick.
Man tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Malenko lands a glancing blow to the side of Man's head.
Man scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Man tries to clinch up but Malenko circles away and keeps his distance.
Man wants to clinch up but Malenko keeps it at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Man looks to clinch
letting Malenko counter with a right hand.
A head kick misses from Man.
Malenko is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Man displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Malenko throws out the jab.
Man wants to clinch.#T1#
Both fighters circling a little - Man finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Ray Malenko is winning the standup battle so far.#CL2#
Man closes the distance and clinches.
Man swings wildly with an uppercut but Malenko uses good head movement to avoid it.
Malenko lands with a short shot to the head.
Man leaning against his opponent.
A nice right hand lands inside from Malenko.
Man tries a knee to the head but Malenko blocks it.
Man stalling in the clinch but Malenko improves position.
Ray Malenko has scored more points in the clinch so far.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Man just misses with a elbow thrown towards Malenko's brow.
Malenko lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T2#
Malenko blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
A short uppercut from Malenko.
Man leaning against his opponent.
Malenko misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Man blocks an uppercut.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Man.
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!#BC#
Malenko breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Man is looking to clinch but Malenko is avoiding it.
Man tries to clinch but Malenko moves away
and Malenko counters with a straight right hand.
Man takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#ROC#
Man is rocked!
Man digs a good hook to Malenko's body.
Malenko cracks Man with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Man tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Malenko pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Man is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:47 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ray Malenko!
A relieved looking Ray Malenko 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:
RFL 31:
Date: Jun 17, 2017 |
#R1#
Karjalainen 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.
A nice combination there by Malenko.
Karjalainen takes one on the button.
Malenko throws an off balance right hand
and Karjalainen counters with a straight right hand.
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Karjalainen moves away.
Karjalainen is looking to counter punch.
A telegraphed right hand from Malenko misses the target.
Malenko lands a nice looking body shot.
Karjalainen on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Malenko throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Karjalainen.
Malenko looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Karjalainen lands with a thumping leg kick.
Malenko misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Karjalainen to counter with a crisp jab.
Malenko clobbers Karjalainen with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T1#
Malenko scores with a crisp jab that stopped Karjalainen in his tracks.
No joy there for Malenko, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Malenko misses the shot to the body.
Malenko throws a big shot that misses.
Malenko works Karjalainen's body with a nice hook.
Malenko scores with a body shot.
Malenko scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Karjalainen steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Malenko.
Malenko lands a body shot.
#TD2#
Malenko darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Karjalainen is holding on to half guard well.#T2#
The fighters are battling for position here. Karjalainen manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Malenko trying to control but Karjalainen is working from the bottom.
Malenko pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Karjalainen is keeping the position for now.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Karjalainen is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Malenko wants to sweep here but Karjalainen controlling him for the moment.
Karjalainen throws a big right hand that misses. #T3#
Karjalainen working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Karjalainen postures up in Malenko's guard and throws a big left but Malenko blocks it.
Karjalainen throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Malenko works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Karjalainen lands a couple of digs.
Karjalainen postures up and lands a big shot to Malenko's brow.
Malenko wants to sweep but no luck.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Karjalainen lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Karjalainen might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Malenko wants to sweep here but Karjalainen controlling him for the moment.
Karjalainen working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Malenko keeping moving, preventing Karjalainen from controlling successfully.
Karjalainen throws a strike but Malenko rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Karjalainen keeping full guard, as Malenko tries to pass. #T4#
Karjalainen is trying to keep Malenko in close.
Malenko won't allow Karjalainen to sweep him here.
Malenko wants to control from the top but Karjalainen keeps moving.
Malenko slips nicely into half guard.
Karjalainen is controlling Malenko's trapped leg to prevent Malenko from advancing to side control.
Karjalainen regains full guard. Nicely done.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ray Malenko dominated that round.
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#
Malenko throws a body punch but Karjalainen moves out of range.
Karjalainen takes one on the button.
A jab from Malenko does it's job there.
Malenko misses with a wild body shot.
Karjalainen misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Karjalainen ducks under a wild hook from Malenko.
Malenko misses with an uppercut.
Karjalainen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Malenko.
Karjalainen is looking to counter the offense by Malenko and move into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Karjalainen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
Malenko throws a body shot but no joy.
Karjalainen slips a straight right by Malenko.
Malenko throws a sloppy body shot
and Karjalainen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Malenko has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Malenko lands with a nice body punch.
A big right from Malenko misses.
Karjalainen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Malenko.
Karjalainen takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Karjalainen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
An attempted straight right counter from Karjalainen misses the target.
Jab by Malenko.
Malenko throws a predictable looking body shot
and Karjalainen counters with a head kick. That will keep Malenko thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Malenko getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Karjalainen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Malenko lands a really nice looking cross but Karjalainen seems unphased.
Karjalainen takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Malenko connects with the punch.#T2#
Malenko walks into a left hand.
Malenko fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Karjalainen looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Malenko keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Karjalainen.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Malenko.
An attempted straight right counter from Karjalainen misses the target.
Ray Malenko seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Karjalainen misses with a wild body shot.
Karjalainen lands with a nice combination. Malenko backs away looking to recover.
Malenko clobbers Karjalainen with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Karjalainen on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Malenko has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Karjalainen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Malenko.
As Malenko tries to get set, Karjalainen tries to push him back and clinch up but Malenko manages to avoid the attempt.
A swing and a miss from Malenko.
Malenko is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.#T3#
Malenko loads up on a big right hand but Karjalainen slips the punch.
Karjalainen fires out a quick counter leg kick but Malenko just manages to avoid it.
Karjalainen fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Teemu Karjalainen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Malenko misses with a right hand
and Karjalainen counters with a body kick that stops Malenko in his tracks momentarily.
Karjalainen on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Karjalainen lets loose with a powerful body kick. Malenko will feel that in the morning.
Malenko is breathing heavily.
Malenko shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Karjalainen defends it nicely.
Malenko tries to score a power double leg takedown but Karjalainen sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Malenko somewhat.
A quick step to the side and Karjalainen tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Teemu Karjalainen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ray Malenko.#T4#
Karjalainen's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Malenko connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Karjalainen scrambles back to his feet.
Malenko throws a jab when Karjalainen was well out of range.
It looked like Karjalainen wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Malenko misses with a double jab.
Malenko throws a series of punches but Karjalainen moves out of range.
Nice cross by Malenko.
Karjalainen lands a right hook to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Malenko connects with a jab.
Malenko scores with a hook.
Karjalainen throws a nice inside leg kick.
Karjalainen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
Karjalainen fires out a quick counter leg kick but Malenko just manages to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ray Malenko showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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#
Malenko clobbers Karjalainen with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
A looping hook to the body misses from Malenko. Karjalainen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Karjalainen swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Karjalainen walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Ray Malenko seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Malenko misses with a lunging right hand
and Karjalainen counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Karjalainen takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Malenko avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Malenko throws a poor cross that misses
and Karjalainen counters with a leg kick.
Nice jab there from Malenko.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Karjalainen fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Malenko checks it well.
Karjalainen misses with a body kick.
Malenko scores with a jab to the head.
Karjalainen takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#T1#
A slow jab from Malenko misses its intended target.
Karjalainen cracks Malenko with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Malenko lands with a straight right. Karjalainen didn't see that one coming.
Karjalainen slips under a jab from Malenko.
Karjalainen went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Malenko has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Malenko throws a hook but Karjalainen avoids it easily.
Malenko looks to land a right hand but Karjalainen moved out of range.
As Malenko backs away, Karjalainen returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Malenko is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Karjalainen.
Malenko throws a right hand that misses
and Karjalainen counters with a solid body kick.
Malenko takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Malenko checks a leg kick.
Malenko on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Malenko walks into a stiff left hand from Karjalainen.
Teemu Karjalainen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Karjalainen lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Malenko misses with a wild body shot.
Karjalainen scoring well with a low kick there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A decent looking cross lands there for Malenko.
Malenko ducks under a wild hook from Karjalainen.
Karjalainen fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Malenko has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Malenko misses with a hook to the body
and Karjalainen makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Karjalainen. That's going to slow Malenko down.
Malenko throws a poor cross that misses
and Karjalainen counters with a low kick, right behind Malenko 's knee.
Karjalainen slips under a jab.
Malenko throws a lazy uppercut
and Karjalainen counters with a stiff right hand.
Ray Malenko is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Malenko throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Karjalainen counters with a beautiful right hand that knocks Malenko out cold! What a finish! Karjalainen 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 3:08 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Teemu Karjalainen!
Teemu Karjalainen thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
USFC 156
Date: May 13, 2017 |
#R1#
Malenko misses the shot to the body.
Malenko moves out of range of the strikes.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Malenko.
A counter left hand to the body from Diaz misses its target.
Malenko throws a shot from downtown. Diaz moves away and avoids it.
Diaz throws a good cross that connects.
Diaz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A shot to the liver by Diaz. Beautiful body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Diaz. Malenko does a little dance to reset his feet.
Malenko jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Malenko throws an off balance right hand
enabling Diaz to counter with a crisp jab.
Diaz uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Malenko.
Nice defenses there by Diaz.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malenko lands a jab to Diaz's midsection.
Diaz looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Malenko dips to his left and cracks Diaz with an uppercut!
Malenko closes the distance and lands a one-two.
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!
A telegraphed right hand from Malenko misses the target.
Diaz moves out of range as Malenko strikes.#T1#
Malenko misses with a straight right.
Malenko rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Diaz counters with a good, hard body kick but Malenko shrugs it off.
Diaz uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Malenko has time to react.
Malenko throws a body shot but no joy.
Ray Malenko seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Diaz moves away from the strike by Malenko.
Diaz appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Diaz throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Malenko lands with a cross.
Diaz feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Malenko's calf.
Diaz walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Diaz slips a jab from Malenko.
Malenko jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Malenko swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A nice inside leg kick there by Diaz. That's going to slow Malenko down.
Nice shot by Malenko.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Diaz dodges the punch combination from Malenko.
Malenko throws an off balance right hand
letting Diaz counter with a right hand. #T2#
Diaz throws a body kick that misses
and Malenko connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Malenko 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.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Diaz, right into the meat.
Malenko lands with a nice body punch.
Diaz misses with an uppercut.
Diaz motions for Malenko to come forward. Diaz throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Malenko takes a swing at Diaz's ribcage but misses.
And Diaz counters with a quick kick to the body but Malenko blocks it.
Diaz lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Malenko circles away quickly and effectively.
It seemed like Malenko was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Diaz scores with a nice body kick.
Diaz jabs Malenko to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Diaz looks to score with a jab to the body but Malenko is just out of range.
Diaz throws a sloppy head kick and Malenko moves out of range easily.
Diaz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Diaz swings for the body but Malenko moves out of range.
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Diaz moves away.
Malenko moves forwards but Diaz connects with a nice, crisp jab.
The fighters circle momentarily. Malenko darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Arjen Diaz is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Diaz throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Malenko's head.#T3#
Malenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Diaz looks to land a combination. Malenko sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Malenko tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Diaz fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Malenko.
Malenko changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Malenko pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #TD2#
Malenko throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Diaz tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Malenko is in Diaz's guard.
Diaz keeping moving, preventing Malenko from controlling successfully.
Malenko trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T4#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Malenko trying to control but Diaz is working from the bottom.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Malenko pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Diaz is keeping the position for now. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Diaz.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Diaz just misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Malenko has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Diaz.
Diaz throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Malenko.
Malenko throws a series of punches but Diaz moves out of range.
Malenko connects with a good right hand that stumbles Diaz. Diaz circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
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 Arjen Diaz will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Malenko sizes up Diaz with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Diaz misses with a body shot.
Diaz rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Malenko counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Malenko throws a jab but it's blocked by Diaz.
It looked like Diaz wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Diaz misses the shot to the body.
Malenko loads up on a big right hand but Diaz slips the punch.
Diaz is looking to wear down Malenko with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Malenko has a takedown stuffed.
Diaz seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Malenko takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Malenko pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Malenko misses the shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diaz slips a jab from Malenko.
Diaz lands with a nice body punch.
Diaz lands a right hook to the body.
Malenko darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Diaz blocks a jab.
Diaz tried to counter with a leg kick but Malenko avoided it.#T1#
Malenko lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Jab from Malenko.
Diaz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Malenko manages to avoid it.
Diaz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Diaz just misses with a punch to the body.
Diaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Malenko moves away.
Malenko misses with a few strikes there.
A jab from Malenko misses.
Diaz appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Diaz avoids a punch combination nicely.
Diaz thinks about countering with a body kick.
Diaz throws a right hand that misses
enabling Malenko to counter with a crisp jab.
Diaz lands a nice shot that snaps Malenko's head back.
Malenko takes a swing at Diaz's ribcage but misses.
Diaz was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Diaz moves out of range as Malenko strikes.
Malenko missing with a left hand there. Diaz was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Diaz avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T2#
A jab from Malenko does it's job there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Diaz slips under a jab from Malenko.
A quick step to the side and Diaz tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ray Malenko seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Diaz lands a nice hook to Malenko's body. Malenko takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #TD2#
Diaz gets caught flat footed, as Malenko shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#ES#
Diaz pushes Malenko off and gets back to his feet.
Malenko misses with the combination.
Diaz throws a right and a left that Malenko avoids nicely.
Malenko misses the jab.
Good shot there by Malenko.
Malenko misses with a double jab
and Diaz counters with a stiff right hand.
Malenko misses with a looping right.
Malenko lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Diaz circles away quickly and effectively.
Malenko on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T3#
Malenko on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Malenko throws an off balance right hand
and Diaz counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Diaz throws a body shot but no joy.
Malenko drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Diaz defends it well.
Diaz just misses with a punch to the body.
Diaz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Malenko moves away.
Diaz clobbers Malenko with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Diaz slips a jab from Malenko.
Diaz throws a big counter combination but Malenko scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Diaz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Malenko was well out of range. Poor timing from Diaz.
Malenko throws a body shot but no joy.
Diaz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Malenko was well out of range. Poor timing from Diaz.
Malenko sizes up Diaz with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Diaz throws a leg kick which misses Malenko's front leg but catches the back leg as Malenko tries to avoid it.
Malenko misses with the combination.
Diaz fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T4##TD2#
Malenko closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Malenko lands in his opponent's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Malenko trying to control the position from guard on top but Diaz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Diaz keeping full guard, as Malenko tries to pass.
Malenko trying to control the position from guard on top but Diaz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Ray Malenko 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##CL#
Diaz gets a clinch.
Malenko misses with a body punch.
Diaz lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Diaz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Malenko's elbow.
A nice left hand lands by Diaz.
Diaz struggles to land a body shot inside as Malenko controls his hands.
Malenko has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Diaz avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Diaz misses with a short punch on the inside.
Diaz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Diaz is leaning against Malenko and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Diaz struggles to land a body shot inside as Malenko controls his hands.
Malenko blocks a body shot from Diaz.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diaz misses with a body punch.
#TD2#
Malenko wants the takedown. Diaz is fighting it off but Malenko persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Diaz's guard against the cage.
Malenko trying to control but Diaz is working from the bottom.
Diaz bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Malenko's guard. #REVR##T1#
Malenko is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Diaz 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.
Diaz has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Ray Malenko has got the better of the ground game so far.
Diaz slips nicely into half guard.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Diaz wants to take a breather but Malenko is having none of it.
Diaz content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Malenko is trying to get back to full guard.#SU#
Diaz escapes and gets back to his feet.
Malenko uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Diaz.
Malenko chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Diaz can pounce on him.
#T3#
Diaz with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Malenko to score with a decent uppercut.
Diaz scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Diaz lands with a good body shot.
Malenko throws a big shot that misses.
Malenko misses with a jab, cross combination.
The fighters circling - Malenko throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Malenko takes a swing at Diaz's ribcage but misses.
Malenko throws a hook to the side of Diaz's head but Diaz sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Diaz showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Malenko.
Diaz throws a body punch but Malenko moves out of range.
Malenko slips under a jab from Diaz.
Malenko appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Diaz. Malenko does a little dance to reset his feet.
A swing and a miss from Malenko.
A combination from Malenko does no damage.
Diaz looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Diaz throws a hook to the side of Malenko's head but Malenko sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T4#
Malenko fails to land with a series of punches.
Malenko keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Malenko jabbing away but nothing is landing.
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!
Malenko throws a jab when Diaz was well out of range.
Diaz misses the body punch
and Malenko counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Diaz throws a nice outside leg kick.
Malenko moves out of range of the strikes.
Diaz moves out of range of the strikes.
Diaz walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CL#
Diaz moves into the clinch.
Diaz gets underhooks to prevent Malenko's takedown attempt.
Malenko is trying to push Diaz away but Diaz has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Diaz works on Malenko's body with a couple of short punches.
Malenko takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Diaz scores with a shot to the side of Malenko's head.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Diaz as Malenko tries to tie him up.
Diaz misses with a hook to the ribs.
And that's the end of the fight!
Arjen Diaz showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Diaz 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 Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 29:28
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 29:28
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Arjen Diaz!
An out of breath Arjen Diaz 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:
POWERS 66
Date: Jan 18, 2017 |
#R1#
King cracks Malenko with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
King delivers a nice body kick.
King tests Malenko's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Malenko throws out a loose jab but King uses good head movement to avoid it.
King connects with a body shot.
King cracks the inside of Malenko's front leg.
Malenko feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kings jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Malenko blocks a jab.
It looked like Malenko wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
King throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Malenko cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
King misses with a hook
#TD#
and Malenko counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Malenko tries to pass the half guard into mount. King knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
King gets full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
King keeping moving, preventing Malenko from controlling successfully. #T1#
Malenko wants to pass the guard but King is keeping the position.
Malenko won't allow King to sweep him here.
King trying to control the position here.
Malenko trying to control the position from guard on top but King is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Malenko stands and throws King's legs to the side, diving into side control.
King tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Malenko wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Malenko is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but King is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Malenko trying to control the action but King is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Malenko tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Malenko has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Malenko trying to control the position but King is working away. #T3#
King being controlled for a moment. #SUB#
Malenko wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by King, who protects the arm well.
Malenko content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
King lands a right hook to the body.
King misses with an uppercut
and Malenko connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Malenko's hands are dropping dangerously low here and King connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Malenko scrambles back to his feet.
Nice defenses there by Malenko.
King keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Malenko digs a good body shot into King's ribs.
King slaps away a takedown attempt from Malenko, before circling back to the center of the mat.
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 Ray Malenko will probably get the nod.
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#
King throws a low kick but Malenko avoids it.
Malenko misses with a hook. King ducked under it nicely. #TD#
Malenko drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Malenko looking to pass the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Malenko trying to control but King is working from the bottom.
Malenko slips nicely into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
King wants to get back to full guard.
King has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Malenko is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that King can do to turn this around?
King trying to control but Malenko postures up.
King wants to get back to full guard but Malenko has passed into side control.#T1##SUB#
Malenko is trying to get an arm triangle but King is defending well.
Ray Malenko overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
King is trying to control Malenko's posture but Malenko avoids it.
Malenko wants to control but King is keeping him busy. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Malenko controls the position from side control.
King is not content to let Malenko control the position.
King is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T3#
King is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
King is staying active underneath Malenko, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
King goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
King misses with a body shot
and Malenko counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
King lands with a shot to the body.
King throws a push kick but Malenko slaps the foot to one side.
Malenko looks to land a left hand but King moved out of range nicely.
King lands the left hand.
Calvin King is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
King moves away from the strike by Malenko.
A cross from King lands.
Malenko scores with a punch to the head.#T4#
King ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Malenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from King.
Malenko will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
King misses with a hook.
King throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#CL2#
King closes the distance and clinches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
King scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Malenko blocking some punches.
Malenko is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Malenko working aggressively here.
King tries to throw a body punch but Malenko avoids it by throwing King back against the cage.
Malenko is trying to work for a single leg takedown but King pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Malenko digs a right hand underneath King's ribcage. King let out a lung full of air as it connected.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ray Malenko dominated that second 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.
#R3#
King throws a wild body kick that Malenko sees coming a mile off.
King throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Calvin King seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from King, right into the meat.
Malenko throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
King throws a low kick but it's checked well by Malenko.
A quick step to the side and Malenko tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Calvin King seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
King scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Malenko throws a hook but King blocks it.
Sloppy strikes from Malenko. Those never looked like landing.
King dodges the punch combination from Malenko.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slow jab from King misses its intended target.
Malenko swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
King walks into a left hand.
King tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Malenko appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T1#
Malenko keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
King will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Malenko attempts a counter takedown but King avoids it well and moves away.
King looks to land a body kick but Malenko moved away.
King fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Malenko steps to the side to avoid the strikes from King.
A telegraphed right hand from King misses the target.
Malenko throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent King stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
King looks to land a right hand but Malenko moved out of range.
Malenko tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
King blocks a jab.
King looks like he wants to counter punch here.
King feints and then cracks Malenko's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Malenko down. #TD#
Malenko looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for King!#T2#
Malenko is looking to take a break and control but King is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
King trying to remain calm as Malenko controls from the top position.
We've been hearing good reports from Malenko'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.#SUB#
Malenko thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Malenko staying calm.#T3#
Who's going to make the next move?#SUB#
Malenko looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Malenko trying to control the position but King is working away. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Malenko is really struggling to control King but he's trying to hold on to the position.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL2#
King moves into the clinch successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
King digs a right hand into Malenko's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Malenko's gas tank.
Malenko is working for takedown but King is calmly controlling the position for now.
King working aggressively here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close third round but Calvin King just about did enough to take it.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R4#
King tries to clinch there but Malenko circles away.
Malenko throwing a counter right hand but King manages to avoid it.
Malenko throws a series of punches but King avoids them all with ease.
Malenko blocks a jab.
King feints and then cracks Malenko's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Malenko down.
King tries to bum rush Malenko with a series of wild strikes but Malenko uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A combination from King does no damage.
King throws a looping overhand right but Malenko ducks down to avoid it.
Malenko misses the body punch
letting King counter with a right hand.
Malenko takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
King throws a nice outside leg kick.
Malenko throws a series of punches but King moves out of range.
Nice shot lands for Malenko.
Malenko tests King's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T1#
A low kick from King is predictable there
and Malenko cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
King is looking to chop away at Malenko's legs.
Malenko lands with an uppercut that bounces King off the cage and back into range.
Malenko throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Malenko loads up on a big right hand but King slips the punch.
King throws a body shot but no joy.
King scores with a nice body kick.
Malenko stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from King.
Malenko steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from King. That one must have hurt.
A shot to the liver by King. Beautiful body shot.
King displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Malenko throws out the jab. #T2#
King keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Malenko.
Malenko misses with a hook. King ducked under it nicely.
Malenko connects with the punch.
Malenko fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
King misses with a left hand
and King takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
King scores with a shot to the body.
King works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Malenko is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Malenko getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Nice cross by King.
King thows a left - swing and a miss!
King scores with a nice body kick.
King lands a jab.#T3#
King chopping away at his opponent's legs.
#TD#
Malenko looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
King is staying active underneath Malenko, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
King tries to get to full guard but Malenko has control of the leg.
Malenko wants to lay and pray for a moment but King keeps working. #T4#
Malenko has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
King wants to control but Malenko is having none of it.
King has given up his back here. Will Malenko look for the submission or keep pounding away?
A lull in the action here.
#SUB#
Malenko looking to break King's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. King remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Malenko will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
King turns into Malenko and is now in his guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Calvin King 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!
#R5#
King uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
King flicks out a counter leg kick but Malenko steps away.
King throws a leg kick which misses Malenko's front leg but catches the back leg as Malenko tries to avoid it.
Malenko steps to the side to avoid the strikes from King.
Malenko takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Malenko throws the left hand but King avoids the punch easily.
Malenko uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by King.
Malenko digs a good body shot into King's ribs.
King takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
King closes the distance looking to clinch
and Malenko cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Malenko slips a straight right by King.#T1#
King misses with a hook. Malenko ducked under it nicely.
Malenko lands with a straight right. King didn't see that one coming.
King throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
King waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Malenko.
King ducks under a wild hook from Malenko.
King tries to counter with a clinch but Malenko shakes him off and moves away.
King throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Malenko slips under a jab.
As King looks to move away, Malenko throws a big counter combo but King just gets out of the way.
Malenko misses with an uppercut. King saw that one coming.
King lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Good work by Malenko as he checks the leg kick.
No luck for Malenko with that takedown attempt. #T2#
Malenko throws a jab but it's blocked by King.
Malenko slips under a jab from King.
Malenko swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Malenko takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Good exchange - King coming out on top.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Malenko checks a leg kick.
Malenko throwing a counter right hand but King manages to avoid it.
A solid leg kick lands there for King.
Nice uppercut lands for King. That snapped Malenko's head back.
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!
King looks to land a body kick but Malenko moved away.
King uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
King looks like he wants to counter punch here.
King dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Malenko. That did some damage!
Malenko has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from King.#T3#
Malenko chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before King can pounce on him.
King throws a sloppy body shot
and Malenko counters with a straight right hand.
King tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Malenko manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
King throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
An attempted straight right counter from Malenko misses the target.
Malenko scores with a shot to the body.
King displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Malenko throws out the jab.
King misses with a body shot.
King looks to score with a jab to the body but Malenko is just out of range.
Malenko fails with a takedown attempt.
King is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
King loads up on a big right hand but Malenko slips the punch.#T4#
Malenko takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Malenko misses with a straight right.
A swing and a miss from Malenko.
King throws a body punch but Malenko moves out of range.
King with a jab.
Malenko has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from King.
Malenko with a jab.
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!
Malenko connects with a crisp jab.
King keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
King thows a left - swing and a miss!
King wants to clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Calvin King comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think King 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 47:48
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 47:48
Judge George Francis scores the fight 49:47
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Calvin King!
A very excited looking Calvin King rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
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Event:
POWERS 63
Date: Dec 18, 2016 |
#R1#
Snitch ducks under a wild hook from Malenko.
Snitch throws out a loose jab but Malenko uses good head movement to avoid it.
Snitch shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Malenko connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Snitch tries to close the distance and clinch up but Malenko swats him away and circles back towards the center.
No joy there for Snitch, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Jon Snitch seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
No luck for Malenko with that takedown attempt.
Malenko smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Snitch misses with the combination.
Snitch misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Malenko decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Snitch's guard.
Snitch wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Malenko manages to pass to side control. #T1##REVB#
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Malenko seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Snitch does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Malenko wants to free his trapped foot but Snitch is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Snitch is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
We've been hearing good reports from Malenko'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.
Malenko looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Snitch is in trouble now - Malenko has advanced to mount!
Snitch is trying desperately to improve position.#T2#
Snitch tries to control Malenko's body but Malenko pushes him off. Snitch squirms to his side and now Malenko has his back! #SUB#
Snitch defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Malenko's arms.
Snitch rolls, trying to escape but Malenko keeps control of the position.
Malenko controls the position.
Snitch is trying to get back to his feet but Malenko has full control of the position and if anything, Snitch has just worked his way into a worse spot.#T3#
Malenko is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Malenko is not going to allow Snitch to sit and survive in this position.
Malenko tries to get the hooks in deep but Snitch pushed the leg off. #SUB#
Snitch tries to escape but he's let his defenses down in doing so and Malenko has slipped in the rear naked choke! Oh, that's tiiiiiiiiight! Snitch is tapping! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ray Malenko!
Our winner, Ray Malenko, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
The defeated Jon Snitch had this to say: 'This loss will make me better, I will be back.'.
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Event:
POWERS 62
Date: Dec 04, 2016 |
#R1#
Malenko closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Malenko uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mac Airt.
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mac Airt moves away.
Malenko tries for a takedown but Mac Airt circles away easily
and Mac Airt connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mac Airt throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Malenko scores with a jab.
Malenko throws a lazy right hand but Mac Airt sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Malenko swings for the body but Mac Airt moves out of range.
Mac Airt uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Malenko.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mac Airt misses with a straight right.
Mac Airt rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#TD#
and Malenko counters with a takedown into side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mac Airt wants to get back to his feet.
Mac Airt is trying to escape the position but Malenko is controlling the position. #T1#
Mac Airt is trying to buck Malenko off.
A lull in the action here as Malenko stalls from top position.
Malenko postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Mac Airt is not content to let Malenko control the position.
Mac Airt is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#SUB#
Malenko tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Malenko has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Mac Airt is trying to buck Malenko off.
Malenko trying to control the action but Mac Airt is working from the bottom.
Malenko just content to control the position.
Malenko trying to control the position but Mac Airt is working away.
Mac Airt being controlled for a moment.
We've been hearing good reports from Malenko'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.
Mac Airt wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#T3##REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Mac Airt throws a poor cross that misses
and Malenko counters with a stiff right hand.
Good shot there by Malenko.
Malenko rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Mac Airt counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mac Airt throws a combination. Malenko tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Mac Airt throws a lazy right hand but Malenko sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
It looked like Malenko was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Mac Airt.
Malenko scores with a jab to the jaw.
Malenko swings for the body but Mac Airt moves out of range.
Mac Airt misses with a looping left.
Mac Airt misses with a wild body shot.
Malenko feinted with a counter takedown.#T4#
Malenko missing with a left hand there. Mac Airt was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Malenko throws a jab when Mac Airt was well out of range.
Malenko connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Mac Airt momentarily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A telegraphed right hand from Mac Airt misses the target.
Mac Airt lands with a shot to the body.
Mac Airt connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Malenko's hands.
Mac Airt takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Malenko fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Mac Airt looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A big right from Malenko misses.
Malenko moves out of range of the strikes.
Malenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mac Airt.
A telegraphed right hand from Mac Airt misses the target.
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 Ray Malenko will probably get the nod.
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#
Mac Airt looks to land a right hand but Malenko moved out of range.
Mac Airt misses with a straight left.
Mac Airt uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
Mac Airt throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Malenko takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Malenko keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mac Airt.
A little feinted left hand from Malenko on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Malenko throws a body shot but no joy.
A punch combination from Malenko misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malenko slips under a jab from Mac Airt.
Malenko fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Mac Airt throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Malenko counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nice uppercut lands for Malenko. That snapped Mac Airt's head back.
#T1#
Mac Airt pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Malenko shoots for a takedown but Mac Airt saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
A little jabbing left from Mac Airt on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Mac Airt throws a lazy right hand but Malenko sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mac Airt throws an off balance right hand
and Malenko cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ray Malenko is winning the standup battle so far.
Malenko just misses with a punch to the body.
Malenko throws a lazy uppercut
and Mac Airt counters with a stiff right hand.
Mac Airt misses with a looping left.
Malenko lands a nice shot that snaps Mac Airt's head back.
Malenko avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Malenko scores with a sloppy right hand. Mac Airt should have avoided that one.
Mac Airt misses with an uppercut. #T2#
Mac Airt misses with the combination.
Malenko lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Malenko.#CUT#
It looks like Cormac Mac Airt has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Malenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mac Airt fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Malenko looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Mac Airt walks into a jab.
Mac Airt throws a big shot that misses.
Malenko swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Mac Airt tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Malenko was well out of range. Poor timing from Mac Airt.
Malenko slips a straight right by Mac Airt.
Malenko scores with the left hand. Mac Airt knows he should have avoided that one. #T3#
Malenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mac Airt.
Malenko misses with a right hand
and Mac Airt counters with a stiff right hand.
Mac Airt steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Malenko.
Malenko throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Mac Airt counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Malenko fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Malenko has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Mac Airt throws a hook but Malenko avoids it easily.
Mac Airt uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
Mac Airt looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Mac Airt misses the jab.
Malenko was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Malenko misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Mac Airt connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Malenko with a jab.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Malenko misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Mac Airt on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Mac Airt misses with a two punch combination.
Malenko comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Malenko scores with a hook to the body. Mac Airt takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Mac Airt jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A big right from Mac Airt misses.
Mac Airt takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Malenko cracks Mac Airt with an open hand slap.
Mac Airt uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Malenko has time to react.
Malenko fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mac Airt manages to avoid it.
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 Ray Malenko will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Cormac Mac Airt's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Nice body punch from Malenko.
Mac Airt lands with a shot to the body. #TD#
Malenko decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Mac Airt is trying to escape back to his feet but Malenko uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Malenko throws a strike aimed at the side of Mac Airt's head but Mac Airt avoids it well.#ES2#
Mac Airt throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Mac Airt takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Malenko ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A telegraphed right hand from Mac Airt misses the target.
Malenko misses with a straight right.
A jab from Malenko finds it's way through Mac Airt's defenses. #T1#
Malenko dips to his left and cracks Mac Airt with an uppercut!
Malenko takes a swing at Mac Airt's ribcage but misses.
Mac Airt misses with a combination
and Mac Airt takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Malenko rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Mac Airt moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Malenko goes for a double leg but Mac Airt avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Mac Airt continues to drive forward.
A lazy left from Mac Airt finds it's target.
Malenko rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Mac Airt moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Malenko moves forwards but Mac Airt connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Malenko slips under a jab.
A little feinted left hand from Malenko on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T2#
Mac Airt doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Malenko lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Mac Airt tests Malenko's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Mac Airt 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.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Malenko misses with a body shot.
Mac Airt throws out a counter right but Malenko avoids it with no problem.
Mac Airt lands a nice looking body shot.
Mac Airt misses with a hook to the body
enabling Malenko to counter with a crisp jab.
Malenko misses with a body shot.
Mac Airt rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Malenko counter with a right hand.
Mac Airt throws a right hand that Malenko ducks under and follows up with a left that Malenko also avoids with ease.
Mac Airt on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Malenko missing with a left hand there. Mac Airt was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ray Malenko is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Mac Airt with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Mac Airt lands a nice shot to the body.
Mac Airt uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Malenko has time to react.
Mac Airt tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Malenko was well out of range. Poor timing from Mac Airt.
Mac Airt bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mac Airt lands a really nice looking cross but Malenko seems unphased.
Good shot there by Malenko.
Mac Airt throws a hook but Malenko blocks it.
Malenko is looking to counter punch.
Malenko fails with a takedown attempt. #T4#
Malenko throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Mac Airt on the side of the head.
A cross from Mac Airt lands.
Malenko lands with a nice body punch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A big right from Malenko misses.
Mac Airt appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Malenko fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Malenko cracks Mac Airt with an open hand slap.
Mac Airt defending well as Malenko loads up on a big left hand.
Mac Airt throws out a counter right but Malenko avoids it with no problem.
Mac Airt lands a jab.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Malenko!
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 Ray Malenko.
Well Malenko 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 Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ray Malenko!
Ray Malenko thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Cormac Mac Airt was interviewed post fight and said '"When I am gone I charge you that ye bury me not at Brugh of the Boyne where is the royal cemetery of the Kings of Erinn. For all these kings paid adoration to gods of wood or stone, or to the Sun and the Elements, whose signs are carved on the walls of their tombs, but I have learned to know the On'.
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Event:
Powers 58 - Wednesday Fights
Date: Nov 02, 2016 |
#R1#
A punch lands to the side of Malenko 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Pierno throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Malenko.
Pierno dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Malenko moves away from the strike by Pierno.
Pierno looks to throw the jab but Malenko is out of range.
Malenko connects with a crisp jab.
Malenko throws a big shot that misses.
Pierno just misses with a punch to the body.
Malenko throws a hook to the side of Pierno's head but Pierno sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Pierno lands a right hook to the body.
Malenko on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Pierno defending well as Malenko loads up on a big left hand.
A punch combination from Malenko misses.
Pierno scores with a nice right hand.
Pierno 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.
Pierno throws a jab but it's blocked by Malenko.
Malenko is looking for a counter combo.
Malenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pierno wants to counter with a clinch but Malenko pushes him away.#T1#
Pierno on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Pierno misses with a looping left.
Malenko feinted with a counter takedown.
Malenko has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The Shark Tank in the buildup to the fight.
Malenko misses with a looping right.
Pierno misses with a looping right.
Pierno is looking to clinch but Malenko is avoiding it.
Pierno throws a shot from downtown. Malenko moves away and avoids it.
Tim Pierno is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Malenko displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Pierno throws out the jab.
Pierno rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Pierno takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Malenko smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Pierno throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pierno loads up on a big right hand but Malenko slips the punch.
Malenko throws a big counter combination but Pierno scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Malenko takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Pierno ducks under a wild hook from Malenko.
Pierno throws a hook to the side of Malenko's head but Malenko sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T2#
Malenko misses with a straight left.
Pierno jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Pierno misses with a body shot.
Pierno throws a right and a left that both miss.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Malenko waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Pierno.
Pierno is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Malenko with a body shot.
Pierno lands a right hook to the body.
A big left from Malenko misses.
Malenko takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Pierno throws a looping overhand right but Malenko ducks down to avoid it.
Malenko is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Pierno missing with a left hand there. Malenko was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Pierno lands with a right hand.
Pierno misses with an uppercut.
Malenko on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Pierno throws a body punch but Malenko moves out of range. #T3#
Malenko misses with a double jab.
Malenko misses with a looping right.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Pierno! But no joy.
Pierno misses with a wild body shot.
Pierno closes the distance but Malenko moves to the side
and Malenko counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Malenko uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Pierno.
Pierno takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Malenko lands a nice hook to Pierno's body. Pierno takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A telegraphed right hand from Pierno misses the target.
Pierno fails in his attempt to clinch.
Pierno keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Malenko.
Malenko throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Pierno is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pierno moves away.#T4#
Malenko loads up on a big right hand but Pierno slips the punch.
Malenko throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Malenko dodges the punch combination from Pierno.
Pierno defending well as Malenko loads up on a big left hand.
Pierno tries to counter by closing the distance.
Pierno tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Tim Pierno seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pierno misses with an uppercut.
Malenko takes a swing at Pierno's ribcage but misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice sprawl there from Pierno as Malenko shoots in.
Malenko connects with a crisp jab.
Malenko circles away from the clinch attempt
and Malenko counters with a nice uppercut.
Pierno ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Tim Pierno will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Pierno throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Malenko sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Pierno fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Malenko manages to avoid it.
Pierno throws a jab when Malenko was well out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Malenko misses the target.
Malenko lands with a cross.
Pierno fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Malenko manages to avoid it.
Pierno stuffs the takedown.
Pierno misses with an uppercut.
A quick step to the side and Malenko tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pierno scores with a punch to the head.
Pierno thuds a left hand into Malenko's body.
Malenko uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Pierno has time to react.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pierno moves away.
Pierno digs a good hook to Malenko's body.
Malenko throws a body punch but Pierno moves out of range.
Malenko misses with a body shot.
#T1#
Pierno is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Malenko.
Malenko with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Pierno throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Malenko throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Pierno sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Pierno slips under a jab from Malenko.
Malenko with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Pierno to score with a decent uppercut.
Pierno takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Pierno takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#TD#
Malenko fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Pierno to the ground. Malenko is now in Pierno's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pierno 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Malenko showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Pierno looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Malenko wants to pass the guard but Pierno is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Pierno looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Malenko stopping the sweep attempt from Pierno.
Malenko stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Pierno swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T3#
Malenko trying to control the position from guard on top but Pierno is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Malenko throws a series of punches but Pierno avoids them all with ease.
Pierno doesn't manage to clinch there - Malenko circles away.
Malenko is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Pierno.
Malenko slips under a jab.
Ray Malenko is winning the standup battle so far.
Pierno loads up on a big right hand but Malenko slips the punch.
Malenko was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Pierno catches Malenko with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Malenko with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Malenko keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Pierno.
It looked like Malenko was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#T4#
A big right from Pierno misses.
Pierno fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Malenko throws a right hand that Pierno ducks under and follows up with a left that Pierno also avoids with ease.
Pierno throws a body shot but no joy.
Pierno throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Jab, jab by Pierno - just one landing.
Pierno looks to score with a jab to the body but Malenko is just out of range.
Malenko was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Malenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Pierno now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pierno ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Malenko moves away.
Malenko uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pierno.
Pierno throws a right hand that misses
and Malenko cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Pierno takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Pierno slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
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 Ray Malenko will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Nice uppercut lands for Pierno. That snapped Malenko's head back.
Pierno uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Malenko.
Malenko slips a jab from Pierno.
Pierno misses with a looping left.
Malenko uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Pierno.
Malenko throws out a powerful jab.
A jab from Pierno misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Malenko misses the target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Malenko. Pierno does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pierno throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Pierno avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Pierno waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Malenko.
Pierno misses with a looping left.
Malenko lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T1#
Malenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Malenko's corner calls for a 1-2. Malenko obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Nice body punch from Pierno.
A swing and a miss from Pierno.
Pierno throws a shot from downtown. Malenko moves away and avoids it.
Pierno is looking to clinch.
Malenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Malenko displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Pierno throws out the jab.
Pierno scores with a hook to the body. Malenko takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A combination from Pierno does no damage.
Malenko slips a jab from Pierno.
Pierno cracks Malenko with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Some wild striking there from Pierno.
#T2#
Malenko keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Malenko looks to land a combination but Pierno avoids it well.
Pierno throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Malenko slips under a jab.
Pierno connects with a right hand. Malenko shakes it off.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Malenko circles away from the clinch attempt
and Malenko counters with a stiff right hand.
Malenko shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Pierno pinned against the cage. Pierno gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T3#
A combination from Pierno does no damage.
Malenko swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Pierno connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Malenko moves away from the strike by Pierno.
Pierno scores with a jab.
Pierno takes a swing at Malenko's ribcage but misses.
As Pierno looks to move away, Malenko throws a big counter combo but Pierno just gets out of the way.
Pierno looks to land a left hand but Malenko moved out of range nicely.
Pierno connects with a looping right hand.
Pierno swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Malenko is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Malenko ducks right into an uppercut from Pierno.
Malenko swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Pierno fails in his attempt to clinch.
Malenko looks to land a left hand but Pierno moved out of range nicely.
Pierno scores with the left hand. Malenko knows he should have avoided that one. #T4#
Pierno tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Malenko manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Malenko is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Pierno missing with a left hand there. Malenko was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Malenko throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Pierno's waist but Pierno gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Malenko off to one side.
Malenko loads up on a big right hand but Pierno slips the punch.
Malenko misses with a straight left.
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!
Pierno shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Malenko eats them both and turns towards Pierno to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Malenko slips a jab from Pierno.
Malenko scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Malenko throws a hook but Pierno blocks it.
Pierno lands a jab to the nose.
Pierno throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Malenko counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Malenko shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Pierno misses with a looping left.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tim Pierno comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Pierno 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Tim Pierno!
After winning the bout, Tim Pierno 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:
POWERS 56
Date: Oct 21, 2016 |
#R1#
Malenko jabs Donkashane to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Malenko takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Donkashane misses with a takedown attempt
letting Malenko counter with a right hand.
Donkashane tries to clinch up
and Malenko counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Malenko connects with a body shot.
Donkashane looks to clinch
and Malenko counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Malenko's jab looks to have found its range, popping Donkashane under the eye.
Donkashane darts in trying to clinch
and Malenko counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've been hearing reports that Donkashane has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
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!
Nice takedown defense from Malenko. No joy for Donkashane on that attempt. #T1#
Malenko's jab looks to have found its range, popping Donkashane under the eye.
Malenko thuds a left hand into Donkashane's body.
Malenko fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Donkashane is breathing heavily.
A decent looking cross lands there for Malenko.
Malenko fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Malenko lunges at Donkashane with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Donkashane's hand. #ROC2#
Donkashane is rocked!
Malenko walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Donkashane drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! Malenko swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Donkashane's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ray Malenko!
Ray Malenko 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:
PFC 53
Date: Sep 28, 2016 |
#R1#
Harris throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Malenko misses with a hook.
Harris goes for a double leg but Malenko avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Malenko continues to drive forward.
Harris swings away with a leg kick that misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Malenko misses the target.
Harris throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Harris scores with a decent looking hook.
Harris scores with a jab to the jaw.
Malenko throws a hook but Harris avoids it easily.
Harris throws out a counter right but Malenko avoids it with no problem.#TD2#
Harris scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Malenko is trying to get back to full guard.
Malenko works his way to full guard. Good work.
Harris trying to control the position from guard on top but Malenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Harris stopping the sweep attempt from Malenko.#T1#
Harris trying to control the position from guard on top but Malenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Malenko manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Harris manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Malenko postures up.
Malenko advances position into side control!#SUB#
Malenko wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Harris, who protects the arm well.
Harris is not content to let Malenko control the position.
Harris has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Malenko remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while. #T2#
Harris holds on to Malenko's head and controls the position momentarily. #SUB#
Malenko is trying to get an arm triangle but Harris is defending well.
Malenko content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Harris manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Nice strikes from Harris there. #SUB2#
Harris seems to be looking for submissions.
Malenko is staying active underneath Harris, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T3#
Harris missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Harris prevents Malenko from improving his position.
Harris throwing shots but Malenko is blocking nicely.
Malenko taking some punishment here, with Harris in his half guard.
Harris takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Harris has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Malenko tries to get to full guard but Harris has control of the leg.
Malenko is controlling Harris's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Malenko tries to roll over but Harris keeps him under control.#T4#
Harris performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Harris prevents Malenko from improving his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Harris is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Harris is thwarting Malenko's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Harris is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Anselmo Harris dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Malenko moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Malenko throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Malenko shoots in looking for a takedown but Harris manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Malenko's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Donk. Harris catches Malenko right on the button with a cross.
Harris ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Malenko moves away.
Harris lands with an uppercut that bounces Malenko off the cage and back into range.
Harris throws a hook to the side of Malenko's head but Malenko sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Harris lands a right hook to the body.
Harris fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Malenko looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Harris throws a lazy uppercut
letting Malenko counter with a right hand.
Malenko fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Harris manages to avoid it.
Harris with the counter takedown but Malenko avoids it easily.
Harris has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Harris swings for the body but Malenko moves out of range.
#T1#
Harris feints a jab promting Malenko to slip. Harris then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Malenko slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Nice takedown defense from Malenko. No joy for Harris on that attempt.
Harris slips a straight right by Malenko.
Harris displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Malenko throws out the jab.
Harris is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Harris rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Malenko moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Harris lands a lovely overhand right.
Harris throws a lazy uppercut
and Malenko counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Harris throws a shot from downtown. Malenko moves away and avoids it.
Malenko throws a big counter combination but Harris scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Harris connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A swing and a miss from Malenko.
Harris looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A jab lands there for Harris.
Harris swings for the body but Malenko moves out of range.
Malenko drops down looking for a counter takedown but Harris sprawls and moves away.
Harris changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Harris comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T2#
Malenko moves away from the strike by Harris.
Malenko fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Malenko misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Malenko avoids the body shot from Harris.
A looping hook to the body misses from Malenko. Harris does a little dance to reset his feet.
And Harris tries to counter it with a takedown but Malenko pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Malenko misses with an uppercut.
And Harris tries to counter it with a takedown but Malenko pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Malenko lands a slapping body shot.
Harris misses with a shot to the body
and Malenko cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Harris is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Malenko.
A telegraphed right hand from Malenko misses the target.
Harris looks to land a combination but Malenko avoids it well.
Harris swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Malenko counters with a stiff right hand.
Harris throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Malenko on the side of the head. #T3#
Harris takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Malenko scores with a hook.
Harris scores with a jab to the body.
Harris throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#TD#
Malenko closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Harris did well to prevent Malenko getting side control.
Malenko moves nicely into side control.
Malenko working away.
Malenko wants to control but Harris is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Malenko tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Malenko has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Malenko trying to control the position but Harris is working away. #T4#
Harris tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Harris struggling a bit here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Harris is looking for a sweep.
Malenko scores with a couple of short elbows.
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!
Harris is looking to regain half guard here but Malenko keeps moving and retains side control.
Malenko trying to control the action but Harris is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Malenko is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Harris has escaped the position, nice work there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Anselmo Harris will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Malenko misses with a straight right.
Harris misses with a double jab.
Harris misses with a right hand
and Malenko counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Harris looks to land a combination but Malenko avoids it well.
Harris closes this distance looking for a takedown but Malenko circles away.
Malenko uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Harris.
Malenko was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Harris moves out of range of the strikes.
Anselmo Harris seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Harris throws a right and a left that both miss.
Harris fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Malenko manages to avoid it.
Harris scores with a decent looking hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Harris misses with a wild body shot.
Harris misses the shot to the body.
Malenko went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Malenko throws a nice looking combination but Harris bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Harris misses with a jab, cross combination.
A quick step to the side and Malenko tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Malenko swings for the body but Harris moves out of range.
#T1#
Malenko throws a big shot that misses.
Malenko misses the shot to the body.
Malenko moves away from the strike by Harris.
Malenko uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Harris.
Malenko scores with a punch to the head.
Nice straight punches there by Malenko. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Malenko.
Harris throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#TD2#
Harris scores with a takedown into Malenko's guard.
Harris wants to control from the top but Malenko keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Harris controls from within his opponent's guard.
Malenko keeping moving, preventing Harris from controlling successfully.
Ray Malenko has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Harris is in close to Malenko's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Malenko working a defensive guard here.
Malenko preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Harris throws a big elbow that misses.
Malenko keeping full guard, as Harris tries to pass.
Harris postures up.
Harris throwing strikes but missing. #T3#
Harris throws a big right hand that misses. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Harris misses the shot to the body.
Malenko misses with a straight right.
Harris throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Malenko stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Malenko throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Harris fails to land with a series of punches.
Harris misses the shot to the body.
Malenko misses with an uppercut. #TD2#
Harris fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Malenko to the ground. Harris is now in Malenko's guard.
Harris works over Malenko with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB2#
Harris drops back looking for a leg! Malenko is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Malenko manages to kick Harris off! Harris jumps back into Malenko's guard.
Malenko seems keen to control Harris's posture.
Anselmo Harris has got the better of the ground game so far.#T4##SUB#
Malenko has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Harris can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Harris won't allow Malenko to sweep him here.
Malenko throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Harris working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Malenko's head.
Harris trying to control but Malenko is working from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Anselmo Harris comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Harris has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. 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 Daniel Franklin scores the fight 27:30
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 27:30
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Anselmo Harris!
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Event:
PFC 46
Date: Aug 10, 2016 |
#R1#
King takes a swing at Malenko's ribcage but misses.
A chopping leg kick lands by King.
No joy there for Malenko, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Malenko smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
King throws a poor cross that misses
letting Malenko counter with a right hand.
King fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Malenko is out of range.
Malenko displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as King throws out the jab.
King misses with a wild body shot.
It looked like Malenko wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Nice straight punches there by Malenko. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Malenko.#CUT#
It looks like Calvin King has been cut.
Malenko misses the shot to the body.
King is trying to counter with his kicks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
King swings for the body but Malenko moves out of range.
Malenko fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Malenko ducks under a wild hook from King.
King keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Malenko.
It seemed like King was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
We've been hearing reports that Malenko has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Malenko throws an overhand right that lands on King's shoulder, as King tries to avoid the shot.
King swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1#
Malenko takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
King punishes Malenko's body with a nice straight punch.
King dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Malenko. That did some damage!
King connects with a good right hand that stumbles Malenko. Malenko circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
King throws a body punch but Malenko moves out of range.
Malenko tries to move into range but King moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Malenko uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before King has time to react.
Malenko on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Malenko tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but King was well out of range. Poor timing from Malenko.
Malenko listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
King swings for the body but Malenko moves out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
King moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Calvin King is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
King buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
King throws a leg kick
and Malenko counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T2#
Malenko ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
King has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
King walks into a jab.
Malenko throws out a loose jab but King uses good head movement to avoid it.
King stuns Malenko with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Malenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from King.
King tries to work over Malenko's front leg with a kick but Malenko checks it.
King waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Malenko.
Malenko throwing a counter right hand but King manages to avoid it.
Malenko lunges at King with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by King's hand.
King lands a jab.
Malenko rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but King moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Nice uppercut lands for Malenko. That snapped King's head back.
King chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Malenko is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Malenko bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
King misses with an uppercut.
Malenko appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#T3#
King takes a swing at Malenko's ribcage but misses.
Malenko waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract King.
Malenko walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
King waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Malenko.
King listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
King throws a big shot that misses.
King misses with a jab, cross combination.
Malenko is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by King.
King scores with a body shot.
King wants to land a leg kick but Malenko is out of range.
King with a body punch. A glancing blow.
King dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Malenko. That did some damage!
Malenko blocks a jab.
King tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Malenko was well out of range. Poor timing from King.#T4#
Malenko ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Malenko throws an uppercut from half a mile away. King sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nice jab there from King.
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!
A jab from Malenko misses.
King just misses with a punch to the body.
Jab by King.
King tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
King uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Malenko.
Malenko pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Malenko avoids a kick to the body.
Malenko jabs at King's body.
Malenko stuns King with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
King works the jab nicely.
An inside leg kick from King misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Calvin King dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Calvin King's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Malenko pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
King misses with a body shot
and Malenko cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
King feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Malenkos jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
King misses with a wild body shot.
Malenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from King.
Malenko ducks under a wild hook from King.
Malenko throwing a counter right hand but King manages to avoid it.
King misses with a straight left.
It looked like Malenko wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Malenko throws a hook but King avoids it easily.
King scores with a hook to the body. Malenko takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
King is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Malenko.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
King gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Malenko scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
King throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
King scores with a jab. Malenko acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
King avoids the body shot from Malenko.
Malenko has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by King.
King throws the kick towards the body but Malenko avoids it.
King takes a shot right to the bread basket.
King looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Calvin King seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
King throws a head kick but Malenko moves out of range.
King's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Malenko connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! King scrambles back to his feet.
King ducks under a wild hook from Malenko.
Malenko is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by King.
Malenko scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. King doesn't seem bothered though.
Malenko misses with an uppercut. King saw that one coming.
Malenko throws an uppercut from half a mile away. King sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Malenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T2#
King throws a big shot that misses.
King cracks Malenko with an open hand slap.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Malenko throws a big shot that misses.
Malenko throws a body punch but King moves out of range.
Malenko throws an uppercut from half a mile away. King sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Calvin King seems to be getting the better of the standup.
King pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Malenko back to the cage. King follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Malenko misses with a straight right.
King uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Malenko has time to react.
King dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Malenko. That did some damage!#TD#
Malenko throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. King tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Malenko is in King's guard.
Malenko trying to control the position from guard on top but King is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Malenko stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. King swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T3#
Malenko sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed King's guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Malenko trying to control the action but King is working from the bottom.
Malenko uses his free foot to push down on King's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for King. #T4#
Malenko trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Malenko throws some wild stikes that King manages to avoid easily.
Malenko controlling the pace for now. #SUB#
Malenko swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and King is now in Malenko's guard. A big mistake from Malenko there, giving up the dominant position!
King content to stall in guard here.
King won't allow Malenko to sweep him here.
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 Ray Malenko will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Calvin King's cut.
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.
#R3#
Malenko moves away from the strike by King.
King works Malenko's body with a nice hook.
Malenko ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Malenko throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Malenko misses with a wild body shot.
Malenko swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A countering left hand to the body from King misses.
Malenko looks to land a right hand but King moved out of range.
Malenko connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
King misses with a straight right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
King doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Malenko shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as King sprawls well. King wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Malenko gets slowly back to his feet.
King swings for the body but Malenko moves out of range.
#T1##TD#
Malenko bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
King struggling a bit here.
King is not content to let Malenko control the position. #T2#
King is trying to escape the position but Malenko is controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
King digs a good hook to Malenko's body.
Malenko stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from King.
Malenko steps to the side to avoid the strikes from King.
Malenko throws a looping overhand right but King ducks down to avoid it.
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but King moves away.#T3#
Malenko lands with a nice body punch.
King dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Malenko walks into a left hand.
King ducks under a wild hook from Malenko.
The fighters circling - Malenko throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
King slips under a jab.
Malenko's jab looks to have found its range, popping King under the eye.
Jab, jab by King - just one landing.
King throws a jab when Malenko was well out of range.
King chopping away at his opponent's legs.
King moves away from the strike by Malenko.
Malenko uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from King.#T4#
Malenko throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
King wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A jab from King misses.
Malenko was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
This has been an exciting period of action!
King throws a big shot that misses.
King takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
King fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Malenko manages to avoid it.
King throws a push kick but Malenko slaps the foot to one side.
King misses with a wild body shot.
An inside leg kick from King misses.
Malenko went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
An inside leg kick from King misses.
King uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
King thumps Malenko with a low kick.
King misses with a straight left.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close third round but Calvin King just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Calvin King'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.
#R4#
A looping hook to the body misses from King. Malenko does a little dance to reset his feet.
Malenko chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before King can pounce on him.
Malenko misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
King lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Malenko keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
King works Malenko's body with a nice hook.
Malenko takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
King listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
King misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice body punch from Malenko.
King lands a jab to the nose.
Malenko drops his hands momentarily and King takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Malenko fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches King on the side of the head.#T1#
Malenko looks to land a left hand but King moved out of range nicely.
King uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
Malenko keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
King avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Malenko checks a leg kick.
King's jab looks to have found its range, popping Malenko under the eye.
King ducks under a wild hook from Malenko.
King is trying to counter with his kicks.
Malenko will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
King swings for the body but Malenko moves out of range.
Malenko moves away from the strike by King.
Malenko looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Malenko has his takedown stuffed
and King counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
King throws out a loose jab but Malenko uses good head movement to avoid it.
King lands with a cross.
King lands a glancing blow to the side of Malenko's head.
Malenko connects with a jab.
A low kick from King is predictable there #TD#
and Malenko counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
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!
King desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Malenko is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Malenko mounts King! Really nice guard pass there! #T3#
King is controlling an arm, preventing Malenko from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
King is trying to escape the mount but Malenko keeps good control and instead manages to take King's back.
Malenko avoiding King 's attempts to control his hands. #SUB#
Malenko tightening his grip on King, looking for the choke. #SUB#
Malenko working for the choke. #T4#
King looking very determined here, making life difficult for Malenko.
King is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Malenko off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Malenko is really struggling to control King but he's trying to hold on to the position.
King is in bad spot here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Calvin King will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Calvin King'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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R5#
King keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Malenko.
King misses with a left hand
and Malenko counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Malenko misses the shot to the body.
King scores with a hook to the body. Malenko takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Nice uppercut lands for Malenko. That snapped King's head back.
A slow jab from King misses its intended target.
King lands with a thumping leg kick.
King attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Malenko works King's body with a nice hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malenko scores with the left hand. King knows he should have avoided that one.
King fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Malenko looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
King misses with a wild body shot.
King wants to slow Malenko down by chopping away at his legs.
Malenko appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T1#
King throws the left hand but Malenko avoids the punch easily.
Malenko is looking to counter punch.
Malenko lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Malenko misses with a straight left.
King appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Malenko uses good head movement to avoid the hook from King.
Malenko was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
King uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Malenko.
King throws a jab but it's blocked by Malenko.
A little feinted left hand from Malenko on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
King keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
King turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from King - that will leave a mark!
Malenko misses with a hook. King ducked under it nicely.
Malenko thows a left - swing and a miss!
A jab from Malenko does it's job there.
Ray Malenko has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
King looks to land a left hand but Malenko moved out of range nicely.
Malenko works King's body with a nice hook.
Malenko takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
King works Malenko's body with a nice hook.
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!
King thumps Malenko with a low kick.
King throws a front kick aimed at Malenko's knee but Malenko avoids it well.
Malenko misses with a wild body shot.
King scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
No joy there for King, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Malenko shoots in for a double leg but King sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Malenko stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from King.#TD#
Malenko shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #T3#
Malenko's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Ray Malenko overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Malenko pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. King is keeping the position for now.
Malenko trying to control the position from guard on top but King is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
King avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Malenko trying to control the position from guard on top but King is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
King managing to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Malenko passes King's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Malenko is looking to pass King's guard but actually King recovers to full guard.
King controlling Malenko's posture.
King keeping full guard, as Malenko tries to pass.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Calvin King.
I think King 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 49:46
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 48:49
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 46:49
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Calvin King! Calvin King retains his welterweight title!
In his post fight interview, Calvin King started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
PFC 43: Karimov vs. Castelmore
Date: Jul 13, 2016 |
#R1#
Malenko throws a shot to the body.
Damhuis drops his hands momentarily and Malenko takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Malenko has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The Shark Tank in the buildup to the fight.
Malenko tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Malenko misses with a body shot.
Damhuis changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Malenko keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Malenko throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#TD2#
Damhuis looking to score a takedown here. Malenko is defending well but Damhuis drives through and ends up in Malenko's guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Damhuis is stalling in the full guard.
Damhuis must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Malenko utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Damhuis content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Damhuis landing with the ground and pound.
Malenko is pulling down on Damhuis's head. It's preventing any offense from Damhuis, at least for the moment.#T1#
Malenko wants to sweep but no luck.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Damhuis's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Damhuis postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Damhuis wants to pass the guard but Malenko is keeping the position.
Malenko looking to hit a scissor sweep but Damhuis is one step ahead there.
Damhuis is working Malenko over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Malenko throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Damhuis escapes and throws Malenko's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Malenko is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Malenko gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Malenko trying to control here.
Malenko is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
The fighters are battling for position here. Malenko manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T3#
Damhuis is pushing down on Malenko's leg trying to pass to half guard. Malenko is fighting to maintain full guard but Damhuis has managed to sneak the leg through.
Malenko is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Damhuis not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Malenko trying to control but Damhuis postures up.
Damhuis seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Malenko does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Malenko is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Damhuis's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Damhuis's back!#SUB#
Malenko working for the choke.
Damhuis wants to control his opponent's hands but Malenko gets his hands free. #T4#
Damhuis breaks Malenko's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Malenko being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB#
Damhuis stands over his opponent and dives in with a flying punch! Malenko throws up his legs and catches Damhuis in a triangle! Oh this looks tight! Damhuis tries to escape but he's forced to tap! Wow, fantastic work there by Malenko! That came out of nowhere!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Ray Malenko!
Ray Malenko 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:
PFC 42: Karimov vs Sigurdsson
Date: Jun 25, 2016 |
#R1#
King misses with a jab to the body
and Malenko counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT2#
It looks like Calvin King has been cut.
Malenko checks the leg kick nicely there.
A little jabbing left from Malenko on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Malenko fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
King misses with a double jab.
Malenko is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by King.
Malenko uses good head movement to avoid the hook from King.
King throws the left hand but Malenko avoids the punch easily.
King throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Malenko.
Malenko steps to the side to avoid the strikes from King.
King throws a body kick that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
King moves away from the strike by Malenko.
A little feinted left hand from King on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
King throws a body kick that misses
and Malenko counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Malenko has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from King finds it's way round the side to connect with Malenko's head.
Calvin King seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by King.
King moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
#T1#
King ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
King slips under a jab from Malenko.
King dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A combination from King does no damage.
It seemed like Malenko was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Malenko is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by King.
A clash of legs there as Malenko blocks the low kick.
King throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
King looks to score with a jab to the body but Malenko is just out of range.
Malenko drops down looking to force a counter takedown but King defends it well.
King lands with an overhand left.
A swing and a miss from King.
Malenko doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
The crowd cheers as King lands an impressive looking overhand right. Malenko doesn't seem phased though.
A jab from Malenko misses.
King uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Malenko.
King swings for the body but Malenko moves out of range.
#T2#
Malenko throws a poor cross that misses
enabling King to counter with a crisp jab.
King misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Malenko counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for King!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
Malenko looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Malenko remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
King tries to bench press Malenko off him but Malenko keeps the position.
King is trying to control Malenko's posture but Malenko avoids it.
Malenko wants to control but King is keeping him busy. #T3#
You can see the frustration on King's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Malenko is looking to take a break and control but King is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
King is trying to get back to half guard.#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.
Malenko trying to control the action but King is working from the bottom.
Malenko slows the pace down. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Malenko misses with a straight right.
Malenko throws a jab but it's blocked by King.
Malenko lands a nice looking body shot.
Malenko connects with a body shot that sends King's belly button to the back.
King misses the shot to the body.
King misses with a shot to the body
and Malenko counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Malenko throws a hook to the side of King's head but King sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Ray Malenko will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Calvin King's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
King misses with a kick to the body.
A little jabbing left from Malenko on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Malenko blocks a leg kick.
Malenko misses with an uppercut.
Malenko throws a right hand that misses
and King counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Malenko checks the leg kick nicely there.
Malenko now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
King throws a lazy head kick
and Malenko counters with a lovely straight right hand!
King misses with a looping left.
King throws a nice outside leg kick.
King misses with a low kick.
King slips a jab from Malenko.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malenko lands a nice hook to King's body. King takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
King misses with an uppercut
and Malenko counters with a nice uppercut.
King punishes Malenko's body with a nice straight punch.
King is looking to chop away at Malenko's legs. #T1#
Malenko scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Malenko walks into a jab.
King cracks a nice hook into Malenko's ribs.
Calvin King is winning the standup battle so far.
Malenko waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract King.
King connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
King bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Malenko's head backwards.
King misses with a low kick as Malenko jumps back.
King throws a low kick but Malenko moves out of range easily.
Malenko walks into a stiff left hand from King.
King misses with a hook
and Malenko counters with a nice uppercut.
Malenko throws a body shot but no joy.
King jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Malenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Malenko wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
King takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#T2#
King lands with a kick to the ribs.
King doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
King throws a quick inside leg kick.
King is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Malenko.
King lands a jab to Malenko's midsection.
King throws a leg kick
and Malenko connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A low kick from King is predictable there #TD2#
and Malenko counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Malenko trying to control from King's half guard. King has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Malenko pushes down on King's leg and manages to get into half guard.
King wants to control but Malenko is keeping busy.
#T3#
King is in trouble now - Malenko has advanced to mount!
Malenko trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Malenko is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Malenko wants to take King's back here but King is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Malenko wants to take his opponent's back but instead King manages to regain half guard.
Malenko tries to pass the half guard into mount. King knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Malenko wants to take a breather but King is having none of it. #SUB2#
Malenko is trying to work for a kimura but King is defending well.
Malenko wants to advance to full mount but King doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ray Malenko showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Calvin King's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R3#
A slapping body kick lands there for King.
Malenko 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.
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but King moves away.
Nice jab there from King.
King scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Malenko scores with a hook to the body. King takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Malenko dips to his left and cracks King with an uppercut!
Malenko throws a right hand that King ducks under and follows up with a left that King also avoids with ease.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by King.
King throws a front kick that sends Malenko stumbling back into the cage.
Malenko thows a left - swing and a miss!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
King misses with the body kick
and Malenko counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A big right from Malenko misses. #T1#
King throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Malenko cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Malenko shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says King as he avoids it easily.
Malenko throws an overhand right that lands on King's shoulder, as King tries to avoid the shot.
A counter left hand to the body from King misses its target.
King throws an off balance right hand
and Malenko connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nice cross by King.
King swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
King looks to land a body kick but Malenko moved away.
King misses with a hook. Malenko ducked under it nicely.
Malenko looks to throw the jab but King is out of range.
Malenko misses with an uppercut. King saw that one coming.
Malenko blocks a jab.
King steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Malenko.
King throws a mid kick that lands with a slap. #T2#
Malenko has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from King.
A lazy left from Malenko finds it's target.
King misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Malenko.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
King misses the shot to the body.
King jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Malenko closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
King works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
King misses with a left hand
and Malenko counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Malenko connects with a body shot that sends King's belly button to the back.
King on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
King scores with a kick to the body.
King on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T3#
Malenko lands a body shot.
King lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
King throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
King misses with a body shot.
Malenko throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Calvin King is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
King slips under a jab.
King takes a swing at Malenko's ribcage but misses.
King lands a nice looking body shot.
King lands with an uppercut that bounces Malenko off the cage and back into range.
King misses with a lunging right hand
and Malenko counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Malenko misses with a hook.
King dodges the punch combination from Malenko.
#T4#
King moves out of range as Malenko strikes.
King throws a leg kick
letting Malenko counter with a right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
King misses with a wild body shot.
King avoids the body shot from Malenko.
King feints and then cracks Malenko's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Malenko down.
Malenko throws a hook but King blocks it.
Malenko takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Malenko avoids the body shot from King.
King cracks Malenko with a good jab.
Malenko shoots in and drives through. King sprawls well.
Malenko ducks under a wild hook from King.
It seemed like Malenko was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
King throws a shot from downtown. Malenko moves away and avoids it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Calvin King did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The cut man is working on Calvin King's cut.
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.
#R4#
King lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
A jab from Malenko misses.
King appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Malenko doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Malenko throws a jab when King was well out of range.
A big left from Malenko misses.
King lands with a right hand.
King feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Malenko's calf.
King connects with a nice looking jab.
King scores with a push kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
King attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
King looks to land a right hand but Malenko moved out of range.
A little jabbing left from Malenko on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Malenko looks to land a right hand but King moved out of range.
King displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Malenko throws out the jab. #T1#
Malenko moves out of range of the body kick.
Malenko drops his hands momentarily and King takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
King throws a body kick that misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from King. Malenko does a little dance to reset his feet.
King throws a push kick but Malenko slaps the foot to one side.
King looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Jab, jab by Malenko - just one landing.
King chopping away at his opponent's legs.
King swings widly with a right hand
and Malenko counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Malenko has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Malenko slips a jab from King.
Malenko pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
King showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Malenko.
#T2#
King scoring well with a low kick there.
King uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Malenko has time to react.
Malenko steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from King. That one must have hurt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Malenko scores with a nice head shot.
King connects with a right hand. Malenko shakes it off.
Malenko closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Malenko takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
King takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
King just misses with a punch to the body.
Malenko takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Malenko jabs at King's body.#T3#
King throws a good cross that connects.
King tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Malenko was well out of range. Poor timing from King.
It seemed like Malenko was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Malenko slips a straight right by King.
Malenko blocks a head kick by King.
King is looking to land body kicks.
King swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Malenko counters with a lovely straight right hand!
King steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Malenko.
Malenko throws a shot from downtown. King moves away and avoids it.
Malenko looks to throw the jab but King is out of range.
Malenko has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from King.
Malenko has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from King.
King rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Malenko connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
King avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Malenko's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#T4#
King pulls out of a head kick attempt.
King connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Malenko ducks under a wild hook from King.
King takes a shot to the body in his stride.
King walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Malenko checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice takedown defense from King. No joy for Malenko on that attempt.
Nice defenses there by King.
Malenko moves out of range as King throws a body kick.
King avoids the body shot from Malenko.
Malenko scores with a jab. King acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
King lands a really nice looking cross but Malenko seems unphased.
King looks to land a body kick but Malenko moved away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Calvin King had his way with Ray Malenko in that round.
The cut man is working on Calvin King's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R5#
King throws a head kick that misses.
Malenko takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
King throws a hook to the side of Malenko's head but Malenko sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
King looks to throw the jab but Malenko is out of range.
Malenko swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
King throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Malenko fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. King looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
King lets loose with a powerful body kick. Malenko will feel that in the morning.
A slow jab from Malenko misses its intended target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malenko checks a leg kick nicely.
King bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
King throws a nice inside leg kick.
Malenko avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T1#
Malenko misses with a right hand
and King counters with a nice leg kick.
King misses with a leg kick.
Malenko blocks the body kick.
King throws a low kick but Malenko moves out of range easily. #TD2#
Malenko is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in King's half guard.
Malenko wants to lay and pray for a moment but King keeps working.
Malenko is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Malenko trying to control from half guard but King is working away. #T2#
King blocking the ground and pound attempt from Malenko. #SUB2#
Malenko is working for a submission of some sort.
King is refusing to be controlled, as Malenko sits in half guard.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#T3#
Malenko looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
King moves out of range of the strikes.
An attempted straight right counter from King misses the target.
King feints and then cracks Malenko's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Malenko down.
King misses with the body kick
and Malenko counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Malenko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but King moves away.
Malenko lands with a nice body punch.
King loads up on a big right hand but Malenko slips the punch.
Malenko drops down looking to force a counter takedown but King defends it well.
King delivers a nice body kick.
King misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Malenko lands a jab to the head.
Malenko rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and King counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T4#
King slips under a jab.
Malenko looks to score with a jab to the body but King is just out of range.
King ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
King ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Malenko moves away.
King on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
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!
King lands a glancing blow to the side of Malenko's head.
King works Malenko's body with a nice hook.
King throws a nice inside leg kick.
King wants to slow Malenko down by chopping away at his legs.
Malenko throws a combination but it was largely blocked by King.
Malenko throws a combination that misses
letting King counter with a right hand.
Malenko takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Calvin King showed his dominance in that final round.
I think King 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 48:47
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 48:47
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 49:46
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Calvin King!
Calvin King retains his welterweight title!
Calvin King decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
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Event:
PFC 39: Lee vs. Karimov
Date: May 28, 2016 |
#R1#
Bone lands a really nice looking cross but Malenko seems unphased.
Bone takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A big right from Malenko misses.
Malenko just misses with a punch to the body.
Bone fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Bone throws a big shot that misses.
Bone throws a shot from downtown. Malenko moves away and avoids it.
Bone lands the left hand.
Bone throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bone throws a hook but Malenko blocks it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Malenko! But no joy.#TD2#
Malenko shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB#
Bone actively working from the bottom here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Malenko is taking a breather. Bone 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.#T1#
Bone is staying active underneath Malenko, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Bone has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Malenko is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Bone looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Malenko wants to control but Bone is keeping him busy.
Malenko is controlling the pace.
#SUB#
Bone is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Malenko pulls his head out easily.
Bone is looking for a sweep. Malenko is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Bone is staying active underneath Malenko, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Bone looking for submissions off his back.
Malenko not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Malenko is keen to just control but Bone is a slippery customer.
Malenko is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Bone tries to roll over but Malenko keeps him under control.
Malenko is keen to just control but Bone is a slippery customer.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bone ducks under a wild hook from Malenko.#T3#
Bone looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Bone throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Malenko.
Bone drops his hands momentarily and Malenko takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Malenko uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bone.
Bone throws a lazy right hand but Malenko sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bone listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Malenko misses with a jab, cross combination.
Malenko ducks under a wild hook from Bone.
Bone misses with a series of wild punches.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Malenko! But no joy.
Horrible takedown attempt by Bone or perhaps it was just good defense by Malenko, which made it look bad.
Malenko is looking for the big counter here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joe Bone. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bone slips under a jab from Malenko.
Bone throws a sloppy head kick and Malenko moves out of range easily.
Bone throws a looping overhand right but Malenko ducks down to avoid it. #T4#
Bone swings for the body but Malenko moves out of range.
Malenko throws a lazy right hand but Bone sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
It looked like Bone wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Malenko moves out of range of the strikes.
Malenko defending well as Bone loads up on a big left hand.
Malenko throws out a loose jab but Bone uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bone rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Malenko counters with a straight right hand.
Bone lands a glancing blow to the side of Malenko's head.
Malenko throws a body shot but no joy.
An attempted straight right counter from Bone misses the target.
Joe Bone seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bone misses with an uppercut
and Bone takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Malenko misses with a body shot
and Bone connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bone throws a head kick that Malenko semi-blocks.
Bone throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Malenko counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The fighters circling - Bone throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Malenko swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
We've been informed that Malenko has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Malenko throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Ray Malenko will probably get the nod.
That's time! Bone's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Bone lands a jab to Malenko's midsection.
Joe Bone is winning the standup battle so far.
Bone throws a jab when Malenko was well out of range.
Malenko bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Bone's head backwards.
Some wild striking there from Malenko.
Bone misses with an uppercut
and Malenko counters with a nice uppercut. #TD#
Bone decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Malenko is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Bone's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Bone's back!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Malenko is hanging on to Bone's back as he tries to escape.
Bone is working hard here to advance position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Malenko controlling the position well here. Bone rolled but Malenko kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#SUB2#
Bone is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Malenko gets his way!
Ray Malenko has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1#
A bit of a pause in the action here. Malenko controlling the positon.#SUB2#
Malenko has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Bone has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
A lull in the action here.
Bone is trying to break free.
#SUB2#
Malenko is persistently looking for the submission but Bone is defending it well.
Bone is really stuck here.
#T2#
Bone tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Bone manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Malenko sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Bone tries to roll over but Malenko keeps him under control.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Bone tries to roll over but Malenko keeps him under control.#SUB#
Bone looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Malenko is taking a breather. Bone 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.#T3#
Malenko is trying to control the action in half guard but Bone is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Malenko works his way into side control.
Bone is looking for a sweep.
Sloppy strikes there by Malenko.
Bone tries to improve position but can't.
Malenko controls the position.
Malenko is looking to take a break and control but Bone is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Bone is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Malenko's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Bone wants to get back to full guard but Malenko has passed into side control.
You can see the frustration on Bone's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Bone is trying to improve his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Malenko trying to control the action but Bone is working from the bottom.
Bone tries to get back to half guard but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ray Malenko showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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#
Bone slips a jab from Malenko.
Bone connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Bone connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Bone walks into a jab.
Bone misses with a lunging right hand
and Malenko connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Malenko digs a good hook to Bone's body.
Malenko paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Malenko slips under a jab from Bone.
Malenko doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Good exchange - Bone coming out on top.
Bone misses with a body shot
and Malenko counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bone misses with a left hand
and Malenko counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Malenko moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Bone misses with a takedown attempt - Malenko sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Bone misses with a jab to the body
enabling Malenko to counter with a crisp jab.
Bone misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#T1#
Bone uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Malenko.
Bone closes the distance looking to clinch
and Malenko counters with a one-two to the body. #TD#
Bone scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Malenko makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Malenko.
Malenko is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB#
Bone postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Malenko is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Bone, into his guard. #REVB#
Bone is looking to sweep but instead, Malenko has passed into half guard.
Joe Bone has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Malenko frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bone is squirming around, avoiding Malenko's attempts to control the action.
Bone keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Bone is controlling an arm, preventing Malenko from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Malenko controlling his opponent.
Bone tries to control the position but Malenko now has his back.
Ray Malenko is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Malenko is not going to allow Bone to sit and survive in this position.
Bone tries to escape but Malenko has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Bone trying to control the position but Malenko manages to sink in the hooks.
What can Bone do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Bone tries to roll but Malenko sticks to his back.
#SUB2#
Bone won't enjoy being in this position. Malenko looking for the choke. Oh... he's slipped the arm under the neck - Bone is tapping - it's over boys! Malenko picks up the submission victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ray Malenko!
Ray Malenko thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
PFC 37: King vs. Seagram
Date: May 11, 2016 |
#R1#
Malenko throws an overhand right that lands on Paddon's shoulder, as Paddon tries to avoid the shot.
Paddon throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Malenko sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Malenko tries to score a power double leg takedown but Paddon sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Malenko somewhat.
Paddon misses with a right hand
and Malenko counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Malenko throws a right hand that Paddon ducks under and follows up with a left that Paddon also avoids with ease.
Paddon fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Malenko checks it well.
Malenko scores with a crisp jab that stopped Paddon in his tracks.
Paddon misses the body punch
and Malenko counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Paddon misses with a body shot.
Malenko paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Malenko scores with a jab.
Malenko shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Paddon as he jumps to the side.
Paddon now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Paddon swings for the body but Malenko moves out of range.
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!
Paddon clobbers Malenko with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T1#
Paddon throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Malenko slips under a jab.
Malenko has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The Shark Tank in the buildup to the fight.
Paddon is looking to land body kicks.
Paddon misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Malenko.
Darren Paddon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Paddon misses with a shot to the body
and Malenko counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Paddon tries to bum rush Malenko with a series of wild strikes but Malenko uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Paddon gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Paddon misses with a hook
and Malenko connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A nice leg kick lands there from Paddon.
No joy there for Paddon, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A big right from Paddon misses.
Paddon swings for the body but Malenko moves out of range.
Paddon showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Malenko.
Paddon is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Malenko rather than just go for the knockout.
Paddon throws an off balance right hand
and Malenko counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Paddon thinking.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Paddon misses with a hook
#TD#
and Malenko counters with a shoot takedown. Paddon fights it but they end up in guard. #T2#
Malenko passes Paddon's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Malenko is working for a submission of some sort.
Malenko trying to control the action but Paddon is working from the bottom.
Paddon wants to control but Malenko is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Paddon wants to improve his position but Malenko is controlling well.
Paddon is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Malenko scores with a couple of nice shots.
Malenko prevents Paddon from improving his position.
Paddon felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Malenko is keen to just control but Paddon is a slippery customer.#T3#
Malenko sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Paddon is trying to maintain the position but Malenko is very close to passing his half guard.
Malenko is keen to just control but Paddon is a slippery customer.
Malenko prevents Paddon from improving his position.
Paddon is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Malenko is working for a submission of some sort.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Malenko is pressing down on Paddon's thigh, looking to free his foot. Paddon is holding on for now.
Paddon wants to improve his position but Malenko is controlling well.
#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Malenko seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Malenko is looking to advance position but Paddon won't allow it.
Malenko prevents Paddon from improving his position.
Paddon wants to control but Malenko is keeping busy.
Malenko is looking to advance position but Paddon won't allow it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ray Malenko dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Paddon jabs Malenko to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Malenko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Paddon.
Paddon connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Paddon throws an overhand right that lands on Malenko's shoulder, as Malenko tries to avoid the shot.
Paddon ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Paddon takes a swing at Malenko's ribcage but misses.
Malenko lands with an overhand left.
Paddon throws a body shot but no joy.
Paddon throws a jab but it's blocked by Malenko.
Malenko misses with a looping right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A telegraphed right hand from Paddon misses the target.
Malenko tests Paddon's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Paddon misses with an uppercut. Malenko saw that one coming.
A big right from Paddon misses.
Malenko lands a two punch combo.
#T1#
No joy there for Paddon, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Paddon throws a right hand that misses
and Malenko counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Paddon throws a combination that misses
and Malenko counters with a one-two to the body.
Paddon jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Paddon looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Malenko takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Paddon drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Ray Malenko is winning the standup battle so far.
Malenko bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Nice jab there from Malenko.
Malenko dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Malenko slips under a jab from Paddon.
Paddon tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Malenko swivels and escapes.
Malenko fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Paddon is breathing heavily.
Malenko dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Malenko is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Paddon can do to turn this around?
Paddon takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T2#
Malenko slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Malenko lands with a shot to the body.
Malenko lands a nice looking body shot.
Paddon misses with a lunging right hand
letting Malenko counter with a right hand.
Malenko lands with a hook. Paddon tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Malenko connects with a nice looking jab.
#ROC#
Paddon is rocked!
Paddon looks to land a left hand but Malenko moved out of range nicely.
Malenko keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Malenko lands a really nice looking cross but Paddon seems unphased.
Paddon is still on wobbly legs! Can Malenko finish him?
Paddon darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Paddon misses with a wild combination.
Paddon seems to have recovered his senses.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Paddon. #T3#
Paddon misses with a hook to the body
and Malenko counters with a nice uppercut.
Malenko throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Paddon has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Paddon throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Malenko sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Malenko works Paddon's body with a nice hook.#TD#
Malenko closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Paddon quickly recovers to half guard.
Malenko seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Paddon does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Paddon is looking to improve his position.
Malenko is looking to advance position but Paddon won't allow it.
Malenko looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Malenko passes the guard and advances to mount! #T4#
Paddon working to try and regain half guard.
Malenko wants to control the pace but Paddon is squirming around nicely.
Malenko with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Malenko lands a heavy elbow.
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!
Malenko tries to control but Paddon wriggling away. #SUB#
Malenko is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Paddon to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Paddon shrugs it off.
Malenko moves to the back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ray Malenko dominated that second 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. 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#
Paddon throws a shot from downtown. Malenko moves away and avoids it.
An attempted straight right counter from Malenko misses the target.
Paddon blocks a jab.
Paddon shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Paddon misses with a hook
letting Malenko counter with a right hand.
Paddon ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Malenko on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Malenko connects with a jab.
Malenko connects with a crisp jab.
Malenko checks a low kick from Paddon.
Malenko takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Paddon connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Malenko's hands.
A slow jab from Paddon misses its intended target.
Paddon misses with a body kick.
Paddon misses with an uppercut
and Malenko counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A swing and a miss from Paddon.#T1#
Paddon darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Malenko moves out of range of the strikes.
Some wild striking there from Malenko.
Malenko tries for a takedown but Paddon sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Paddon misses with a looping right.
Paddon lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Paddon throws a shot from downtown. Malenko moves away and avoids it.
Malenko moves out of range of the strikes.
Paddon fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Malenko checks it well.
Paddon waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Malenko.
Malenko appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Paddon takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Malenko keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Paddon takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Paddon swings away with a body shot that misses
letting Malenko counter with a right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Paddon shoots in for a takedown but Malenko shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Darren Paddon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Malenko fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Malenko lands with a hook. Paddon tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #TD#
Malenko bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Paddon is being controlled here. #SUB#
Malenko is trying to get an arm triangle but Paddon is defending well.
Paddon tries to improve position but can't.
Paddon is not content to let Malenko control the position.
Paddon regains half guard.
Ray Malenko is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Paddon is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Malenko takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Malenko wants to pass to mount but Paddon is defending the position.
Paddon makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Paddon.
Paddon 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.
Malenko sitting in guard here, content to control.
Malenko slips nicely into half guard.#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.
Paddon wants to get back to full guard.
Malenko not doing much here.
Paddon is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Paddon is refusing to be controlled, as Malenko sits in half guard.
Malenko is pressing down on Paddon's thigh, looking to free his foot. Paddon is holding on for now.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ray Malenko showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Malenko 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ray Malenko!
Our winner, Ray Malenko, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
PFC: Fight Night 38
Date: Apr 16, 2016 |
#R1#
Malenko throws a lazy uppercut
and Kelley cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Malenko walks into a stiff left hand from Kelley.#TD#
Malenko closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Kelley's guard.
Kelley wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Malenko wants to control from the top but Kelley keeps moving.
Kelley bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Malenko's guard. #REVB#
Malenko is controlling Kelley's posture.
Kelley postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kelley lands a couple of digs.
Kelley trying to control the position from guard on top but Malenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Malenko working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kelley. #T1#
Kelley looking to pass the guard.
Kelley postures up.
Kelley won't allow Malenko to sweep him here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've been hearing good reports from Malenko'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.
Kelley makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Malenko not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Malenko wants to sweep but no luck.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kelley accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Malenko wants to improve his position but instead Kelley has moved into half guard.
Malenko wants to get back to full guard.#T2#
The fighters are battling for position here. Malenko manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Kelley looking to sit in guard and control but Malenko gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Kelley looking to hit a scissor sweep but Malenko is one step ahead there.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Kelley is on top in guard.
#REVB##SUB#
Malenko is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Kelley is looking to work some ground and pound but Malenko has wrist control.#T3#
Kelley wants to control from the top but Malenko keeps moving.
Kelley engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Malenko seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kelley accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kelley postures up.
Malenko looking for a sweep. Not yet Malenko, not yet.
Malenko avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kelley postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Malenko not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Malenko is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Kelley is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Malenko keeping moving, preventing Kelley from controlling successfully.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Malenko looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Kelley waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Malenko.
Malenko takes one on the button.
Kelley misses with a right hand
and Malenko counters with a nice body shot.
Malenko uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kelley.
Malenko on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Nice defenses there by Malenko.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Malenko misses with an uppercut.
Malenko misses with a two punch combination.
Malenko jabbing away but nothing is landing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Liam Kelley dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Malenko uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kelley.
Malenko changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Kelley fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Kelley looks to land a left hand but Malenko moved out of range nicely.
Malenko looks to land a combination but Kelley avoids it well.
Kelley looks to throw a body kick
and Malenko counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kelley lands a jab to the head.
Malenko slips under a jab.
Kelley throws a quick inside leg kick.
Malenko slips under a jab.
Liam Kelley 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.
Kelley swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kelley takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Malenko displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kelley throws out the jab.
Kelley displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Malenko throws out the jab. #T1#
Kelley steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Malenko.
Malenko uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kelley.
Kelley 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.
Kelley throws out a powerful jab.
Kelley missing with a left hand there. Malenko was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Liam Kelley seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kelley scores with a leg kick.
Malenko tests Kelley's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Malenko throws a hook but Kelley blocks it.
Malenko rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kelley connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kelley has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A slow jab from Kelley misses its intended target.
Kelley swings for the body but Malenko moves out of range.
Kelley fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kelley throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T2#
Jab, jab by Kelley - just one landing.
Kelley wants to clinch up but Malenko keeps it at a distance.
Kelley fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Malenko manages to avoid it.
Malenko swinging wildly here.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kelley ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Malenko moves away.
Malenko was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kelley gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kelley misses with a straight right.
Malenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Malenko throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kelley counters with a head kick.
Kelley jabs Malenko to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T3#
Kelley jabs at Malenko's body.
An inside leg kick lands from Kelley.
Malenko tries to move into range but Kelley moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Kelley misses with a left hand #TD#
and Malenko counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Kelley is refusing to be controlled, as Malenko sits in half guard.
Kelley trying to control here.
Malenko trying to control the action but Kelley is working from the bottom.
Malenko looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Malenko is trying to control. Kelley wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T4#
Kelley is trying to maintain the position but Malenko is very close to passing his half guard.
Ray Malenko overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kelley is staying active underneath Malenko, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kelley tries to roll over but Malenko keeps him under control.#SUB#
Malenko is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Kelley doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Malenko.
Kelley trying to control from the bottom.
Kelley moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Liam Kelley 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#
Kelley scoring well with a low kick there.
Malenko connects with a right hand. Kelley shakes it off.
Malenko takes a swing at Kelley's ribcage but misses.
Malenko moves out of range as Kelley strikes.
Kelley lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Kelley throws the left hand but Malenko avoids the punch easily.
Malenko is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malenko works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Kelley scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Kelley lands with a straight right. Malenko didn't see that one coming.
Kelley misses with a right hand
and Malenko counters with a two punch combo. #T1#
Sloppy strikes from Malenko. Those never looked like landing.
Kelley throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kelley connects with a solid leg kick.
Malenko ducks under a wild hook from Kelley.
Malenko misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Malenko misses with a looping right.
Malenko moves out of range as Kelley throws a body kick.
Malenko appears to be looking for a big counter.
Malenko moves away from the strike by Kelley.
Malenko checks the leg kick nicely there.
Kelley goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Kelley throws a hook to the side of Malenko's head but Malenko sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kelley feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Malenko's calf.
Ray Malenko has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Kelley lands with a right hand.
Kelley loads up on a big right hand but Malenko slips the punch.
Malenko swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Malenko takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kelley.
Kelley waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Malenko.
Malenko takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kelley fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Malenko has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kelley throws a looping overhand right but Malenko ducks down to avoid it.
Kelley moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Malenko rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kelley counters with a stiff right hand.
Kelley throws an off balance right hand
and Malenko counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T3#
Kelley keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kelley swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Some wild striking there from Malenko.
Malenko pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kelley misses with a looping right.
Kelley looks to land a left hand but Malenko moved out of range nicely.
Kelley lands a right hook to the body.
Malenko shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kelley pinned against the cage. Kelley gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
It seemed like Kelley was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kelley.
Liam Kelley is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Kelley lunges at Malenko with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Malenko's hand.
Malenko tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kelley was well out of range. Poor timing from Malenko.
Malenko thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kelley lands a right hook to the body.
Kelley scores with a shot to the body.
Kelley scores with a decent looking hook.
Malenko jabbing away but nothing is landing.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Malenko moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Malenko walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
And that's the end of the fight!
Liam Kelley comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kelley 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 27:30
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 27:30
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Liam Kelley!
A very excited looking Liam Kelley rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
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