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Event:
DFC 10: Koreshkov vs. Choo
Date: Jul 02, 2016 |
#R1#
Dahlen looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Hardcastle is fending him off so far but Dahlen persists. Nope, Hardcastle circles away and we're back to standing.
Dahlen tries to bum rush Hardcastle with a series of wild strikes but Hardcastle uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Hardcastle looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Dahlen tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Hardcastle throws a head kick but Dahlen moves out of range.
Dahlen wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Dahlen has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Canadian Dragon MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Hardcastle moves away from the strike by Dahlen.
Sloppy strikes from Dahlen. Those never looked like landing.
Hardcastle misses with a head kick.
Brandon Dahlen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hardcastle throws a body punch but Dahlen moves out of range.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Hardcastle 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 Dahlen has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Dahlen and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Hardcastle misses with a leg kick #TD#
so Dahlen counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Hardcastle wants to stand up but Dahlen is controlling him.
Hardcastle keeping full guard, as Dahlen tries to pass.
Dahlen passes Hardcastle's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T1#
Dahlen is taking a breather. Hardcastle 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.
Hardcastle really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Dahlen. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Dahlen prevents Hardcastle from standing back up.
#SUB#
Dahlen is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#ES2#
Hardcastle kicks off Dahlen and gets to his feet.
Hardcastle throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dahlen throws a counter high kick but Hardcastle was just alert enough to avoid it.
No joy there for Dahlen, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Dahlen goes for a double leg but Hardcastle avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Hardcastle continues to drive forward.
Dahlen shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Hardcastle but Hardcastle pushes him off and we're back to square one.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brandon Dahlen. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dahlen avoids the body shot from Hardcastle.
Hardcastle goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#T2##TD#
Dahlen scores with a takedown into Hardcastle's guard.
Dahlen is standing up over Hardcastle. Hardcastle looks to escape but Dahlen dives into side control.
This has been an exciting period of action!#REVB#
Hardcastle is trying to get back to his feet.#ES2#
Hardcastle explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Dahlen fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Sexton Hardcastle is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Hardcastle.
Dahlen misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#TD#
Dahlen shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Dahlen's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Hardcastle wants to stand up but Dahlen is controlling him.
Dahlen throwing strikes but missing.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T3#
Dahlen postures up in Hardcastle's guard and throws a big left but Hardcastle blocks it.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dahlen accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Dahlen trying to control the position from guard on top but Hardcastle is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dahlen is really struggling to control Hardcastle but he's trying to hold on to the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hardcastle working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dahlen. #SUB#
Dahlen thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Dahlen looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Dahlen misses with a takedown attempt - Hardcastle sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Despite the aggression on Hardcastle's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Dahlen throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hardcastle.
Dahlen throws a head kick that misses
and Hardcastle counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Hardcastle is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Dahlen doesn't succeed with the takedown
enabling Hardcastle to counter with a crisp jab.
Hardcastle moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Hardcastle lands with a shot to the body.
Dahlen is breathing heavily.
Dahlen showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Hardcastle.
Dahlen shoots in for a takedown but Hardcastle shows good takedown defense.
Dahlen throws a series of punches but Hardcastle moves out of range.
Dahlen takes one on the button.
Dahlen shoots in and drives through. Hardcastle sprawls well.
Dahlen misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sexton Hardcastle dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Hardcastle tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Hardcastle stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Hardcastle wants it to stay on the feet.
Dahlen has a takedown stuffed.
Dahlen needs to keep his hands up - Hardcastle had a free shot at his head there.
Hardcastle throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Dahlen.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brandon Dahlen. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dahlen with a lazy takedown attempt
and Hardcastle counters with a series of strikes that really hurt Dahlen! The ref looks into his eyes and sees nobody home - he's called the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sexton Hardcastle!
An out of breath and clearly excited Sexton Hardcastle thanked Voodoo Nutrition for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
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Event:
DFC 7: Koreshkov vs. Dahlen
Date: May 21, 2016 |
#R1#
Dahlen tries for a takedown but Koreshkov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Dahlen fails to land the takedown.
Dahlen throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Koreshkov counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Koreshkov.
Koreshkov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Dahlen is trying to keep Koreshkov in close.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Dahlen holds on and takes a little breather.
Dahlen keeping moving, preventing Koreshkov from controlling successfully.
Koreshkov postures up in Dahlen's guard and throws a big left but Dahlen blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dahlen trying to keep a closed guard but Koreshkov is proving a slippery customer.
Koreshkov throwing strikes but missing. #T1#
Dahlen is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Koreshkov definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Dahlen wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Dahlen has an active guard here but Koreshkov has managed to pass into half guard.
Koreshkov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Koreshkov works his way into full mount!
Koreshkov dominating with strikes here.
BOOM! Koreshkov connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Dahlen wants to control but Koreshkov is having none of it.#T2#
Dahlen is in a horrible position here. Koreshkov smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Koreshkov working Dahlen over with strikes here. #ROC#
Dahlen is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dahlen is looking to improve his position but Koreshkov isn't that keen on the idea.
Koreshkov is in full mount looking to finish with strikes. He lands a big shot, followed by another and Dahlen goes limp! The ref jumps in to end the fight - a big win for Koreshkov!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Alexander Koreshkov!
Alexander Koreshkov retains his lightweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Alexander Koreshkov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
DFC Showtime 1
Date: May 07, 2016 |
#R1#
A good leg kick by Leotardo. #CL#
Leotardo moves into the clinch successfully.
A body shot lands from Leotardo.
Dahlen tries to pull guard but Leotardo forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#BC#
Leotardo's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
The crowd cheers as Leotardo lands an impressive looking overhand right. Dahlen doesn't seem phased though.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Dahlen is defended easily by Leotardo.
Dahlen has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Leotardo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Dahlen shoots in and gets a takedown into Leotardo's guard.
Dahlen loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Dahlen controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Dahlen missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T1#
Dahlen passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Dahlen is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Leotardo is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Brandon Dahlen!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 29, 2016 |
#R1##TD2#
Dahlen changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Simon looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#SUB2#
Dahlen swings around for an armbar but Simon sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Dahlen's guard.
Dahlen avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Dahlen is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Dahlen looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Dahlen looking to hit a scissor sweep but Simon is one step ahead there.
Simon could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dahlen is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Dahlen trying to control the position from guard on top but Simon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Dahlen seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Dahlen trying to control the position from guard on top but Simon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dahlen slips nicely into half guard.
Dahlen trying to control from half guard but Simon is working away. #SUB2#
Dahlen is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Simon as he works his way to full guard.
Dahlen wants to pass the guard but Simon is keeping the position.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Simon being controlled here, momentarily.
Dahlen tries to free his leg and advance position but Simon is retaining full guard.
Simon keeping moving, preventing Dahlen from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Dahlen postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Simon is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Dahlen, into his guard. #REVR#
Dahlen looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Simon puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #T3#
Dahlen manages to get to full guard.
Dahlen has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Simon postures up.
Simon works over Dahlen with some ground and pound from guard.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Dahlen has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Simon is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Dahlen.
Dahlen gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Dahlen is trying to control but Simon manages to pass to mount!
Simon working the ground and pound effectively.
Simon unloading with bombs!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dahlen tries to hold on but Simon pushes him away.
Dahlen taking shots to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Micah Simon 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#
Dahlen throws a lazy head kick #TD#
and Simon counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Dahlen!
Dahlen is trying to control Simon's posture but Simon avoids it.
Simon wants to stand but Dahlen is controlling his arm.
Dahlen tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dahlen is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Simon off and has taken his back!
Dahlen missing with strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simon covering up well and avoiding damage.
Dahlen is riding his opponent, not letting Simon buck him off. #SUB2#
Dahlen looking for the choke but no joy. #T1#
Dahlen is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Dahlen trying to control momentarily.
#SUB2#
Dahlen has got one arm under Simon's chin. This could be trouble... Simon trying to control the other hand but Dahlen gets it free and sqeezes tight - just a matter of time now! Yep, Simon has tapped out! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Brandon Dahlen!
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