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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 24, 2018 |
#R1#
Zimmerman misses with a takedown
and Kane counters with a nice uppercut.
Izaiah Kane seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kane throws a front kick that sends Zimmerman stumbling back into the cage.
Kane ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Kane lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Kane thumps Zimmerman with a low kick.
Zimmerman tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kane lands a nice leg kick that just misses Zimmerman's sensitive parts.
Kane throws a nice inside leg kick.
Zimmerman throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kane's waist but Kane gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Zimmerman off to one side.
Kane fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Zimmerman has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kane fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Zimmerman has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kane thumps Zimmerman with a low kick.
Zimmerman with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kane to score with a decent uppercut.
Zimmerman takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Zimmerman takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kane feints and then cracks Zimmerman's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Zimmerman down. #T1#
Zimmerman takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Zimmerman chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kane can pounce on him.
Zimmerman shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #TD2#
and Kane counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Zimmerman!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rickson Zimmerman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kane cracks Zimmerman with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Kane is working Zimmerman over with some ground and pound from side control.
Zimmerman taking punishment in the form of punches.
#ROC2#
Zimmerman is rocked!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kane is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T2#
Zimmerman is trying to control Kane's posture but Kane avoids it.
Zimmerman is trying to escape the position but Kane is controlling the position.
Zimmerman is trying to improve his position.
Kane scores with punches from side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A lull in the action here.#T3#
Let's hope that Kane has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Kane.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Kane scoring with punches and elbows. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kane scores with a couple of short elbows.
Kane controls the position from side control.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Yet more stalling tactics from Kane.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Izaiah Kane dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Kane connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Zimmerman on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kane. Kane obviously looking to wear him down.
Zimmerman tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #TD2#
Kane closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Zimmerman quickly recovers to half guard.
Kane content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Zimmerman wants to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kane lands with a punch from half guard.
Zimmerman is trying to control but can't.
Kane slows the pace down in half guard.
Kane has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T1#
Zimmerman wants to get back to full guard.
Kane sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Kane lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Still in half guard, Kane seems content to control.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Kane working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Kane winds up and cracks Zimmerman with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Kane looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Zimmerman tries to roll over but Kane keeps him under control.#T3#
Kane content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Izaiah Kane has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kane landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Zimmerman has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kane is working away from the top position though.
Zimmerman tries to roll over but Kane keeps him under control.
Zimmerman taking some punishment here, with Kane in his half guard.
Kane is taking a breather. Zimmerman 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.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Kane is continuing to stall.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Nice straight punches there by Kane. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kane.
Zimmerman tries to clinch there but Kane circles away.
It seemed like Kane was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Kane.
Kane turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kane slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#TD2#
Kane scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Kane slows the pace down.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Izaiah Kane showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Kane throws a leg kick which misses Zimmerman's front leg but catches the back leg as Zimmerman tries to avoid it.
Kane with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Zimmerman tries to clinch but Kane moves out of range.
Kane throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Zimmerman takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kane scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kane throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Kane keeps Zimmerman at a distance using the push kick.
Zimmerman tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kane lands a front kick.
Kane throws a nice outside leg kick.
Zimmerman takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kane connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Zimmerman's hands.#TD2#
Kane fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Zimmerman to the ground. Kane is now in Zimmerman's guard.
Kane postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Kane has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Kane is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Kane connects with a couple of short punches.
Kane sitting in guard here, content to control.
Kane trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Zimmerman being controlled here, momentarily.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Kane lands a nice leg kick that just misses Zimmerman's sensitive parts.
Kane stuns Zimmerman with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Zimmerman misses with a takedown attempt
and Kane counters with a straight right hand.
A solid body kick from Kane.
Izaiah Kane is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Kane slaps away a takedown attempt from Zimmerman, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Kane scoring well with a low kick there.
Zimmerman on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
No luck for Zimmerman with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rickson Zimmerman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kane bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Izaiah Kane seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kane throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kane lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kane lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kane.
Zimmerman takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kane lands with a thumping leg kick.
#T4#
Kane connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kane moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Zimmerman shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Zimmerman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Rickson Zimmerman is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Decent striking displayed by Kane there.
Kane connects with a solid leg kick.
Zimmerman is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A head kick from Kane lands but Zimmerman takes it in his stride.
Zimmerman fails with a takedown attempt.
Kane lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice takedown defense from Kane. No joy for Zimmerman on that attempt.
Kane now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
This is turning into a torrid day at the office for Zimmerman. He's trying desperately to land a takedown but he's failing miserably and getting slapped silly on the feet to compound his misery.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Zimmerman on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Decent striking displayed by Kane there.
Rickson Zimmerman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kane cracks Zimmerman with an open hand slap.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kane, as that shot connected.
And that's the end of the fight!
Izaiah Kane comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Kane 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 Ren Mimura scores the fight 25:30
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 25:30
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 25:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Izaiah Kane!
An out of breath Izaiah Kane 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:
EFA 65 Nixon vs Yaj
Date: May 20, 2018 |
#R1#
Zimmerman changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Boston tries to avoid it but Zimmerman manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Boston to the ground. Boston escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #CL2#
Boston closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Boston escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Boston tries to bum rush Zimmerman with a series of wild strikes but Zimmerman uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#TD#
Zimmerman drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Zimmerman got a little sloppy there for a moment and Boston has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Zimmerman has managed to get both his arms back between Boston's legs - danger averted.
Zimmerman trying to control the position from guard on top but Boston is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Zimmerman drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Zimmerman as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Boston screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Zimmerman! Nice submission victory there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Rickson Zimmerman!
Rickson Zimmerman really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Urban Fighter logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
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Event:
EFA 55 Vermeulen vs Power
Date: Apr 25, 2018 |
#R1#
Zimmerman fails with a takedown attempt.
And Steinheiser tries to counter it with a takedown but Zimmerman pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Zimmerman tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Steinheiser manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Zimmerman dives in for a single leg takedown but Steinheiser sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Steinheiser changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Zimmerman seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Zimmerman defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Steinheiser.#TD2#
Zimmerman gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Steinheiser to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Steinheiser postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zimmerman not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Steinheiser throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Zimmerman works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Steinheiser is looking to work some ground and pound but Zimmerman has wrist control.
Steinheiser is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Steinheiser must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Zimmerman working a defensive guard here.
#T1#
Zimmerman keeping moving, preventing Steinheiser from controlling successfully.
Steinheiser trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Steinheiser chips away with some ground and pound.
Steinheiser is working Zimmerman over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Steinheiser working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Steinheiser trying to control the position from guard on top but Zimmerman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Steinheiser has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Kalashnikov ELITE MMA Gym (ALL ELITE COACHES). Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Zimmerman avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Steinheiser with a flurry of punches that miss.
Zimmerman bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Steinheiser's guard. #REVR#
Steinheiser seems keen to control Zimmerman's posture.#T2##SUB2#
Steinheiser is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Zimmerman defends well.
Zimmerman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Steinheiser has Zimmerman pulled in close to control his posture.
Steinheiser keeping moving, preventing Zimmerman from controlling successfully. #T3#
Zimmerman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Steinheiser is keeping the position for now.
Steinheiser controlling the position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD#
Zimmerman shoots in and gets a takedown into Steinheiser's guard.
Steinheiser wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Zimmerman manages to pass to side control. #REVB#
Zimmerman is trying to control. Steinheiser wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T4#
Zimmerman working the head and body with strikes.
Steinheiser is controlling Zimmerman's trapped leg to prevent Zimmerman from advancing to side control.#SUB#
Zimmerman is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Steinheiser has managed to free his arm - good work.
Steinheiser makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Steinheiser.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Lynn Steinheiser will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Steinheiser tries a low kick but Zimmerman avoids it.
Steinheiser shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#TD#
Zimmerman shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Steinheiser is trying to defend but Zimmerman finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Steinheiser is controlling Zimmerman's position as best he can from this difficult position.#SUB#
Zimmerman is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steinheiser controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #T1#
Steinheiser is staying active underneath Zimmerman, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Steinheiser desperately trying to maintain half guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Zimmerman shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #TD2#
and Steinheiser counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Steinheiser throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Nice strikes from Steinheiser there. #SUB2#
Steinheiser is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Steinheiser scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Steinheiser scoring with strikes to the body and head. #ROC2#
Zimmerman is rocked!
Lynn Steinheiser has got the better of the ground game so far.
Steinheiser looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Zimmerman with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Oh Zimmerman is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Steinheiser is sitting in half guard. He's postured up and lands a nice elbow. Oh, Zimmerman is hurt! He's hurt bad - Steinheiser fires away with more strikes and the referee jumps in to save Zimmerman from any more punishment! Congratulations to Steinheiser! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lynn Steinheiser!
After the big win, Lynn Steinheiser made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Annihilation Apparel and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
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Event:
EFA 47 Nixon vs Trucks
Date: Apr 07, 2018 |
#R1#
Zimmerman drops his hands momentarily and Yaj takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Zimmerman looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Yaj connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Yaj throws a monster overhand right that drops Zimmerman! Yaj follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Pat Yaj!
Pat Yaj very nearly forgot to thank Quark's amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
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Event:
EFA 39 Bates vs DeSilva
Date: Mar 18, 2018 |
#R1#
Punk connects with a high kick.
Horrible takedown attempt by Zimmerman or perhaps it was just good defense by Punk, which made it look bad.
Punk throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Zimmerman is trying hard to land a takedown here. Punk sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Punk tries to clinch there but Zimmerman circles away.
#KD2#
Punk lands a big head kick that sends Zimmerman tumbling to the mat! Punk takes a step backwards and waves Zimmerman back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
Zimmerman is rocked!
Zimmerman gets hit by the mother of all head kicks and drops to the canvas in a crumpled heap! Woooow, the Internet is going to be talking about this one for weeks!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). CM Punk!
CM Punk decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
EFA 27 Gomi vs Zimmerman
Date: Feb 18, 2018 |
#R1#
Gomi throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
#CUT#
It looks like Rickson Zimmerman has been cut.
Zimmerman checks a leg kick.
Gomi tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Zimmerman manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Zimmerman changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#CL2#
Zimmerman clinches up with Gomi and pushes him back against the cage.
Gomi with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Zimmerman has Gomi pushed against the cage.
Gomi throws an elbow but it misses.
Gomi tries a knee to the head but Zimmerman blocks it.
I was talking to Gomi's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Zimmerman has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Gomi after a bit of a struggle.
Zimmerman jumps guard but Gomi stands there with Zimmerman around his waist. Zimmerman gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Zimmerman blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gomi lands an elbow inside. #BC2#
Zimmerman manages to break the clinch.
Rickson Zimmerman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Zimmerman shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gomi pushes Zimmerman off looking to stand but Zimmerman dives back in and keeps control.
#T1#
Zimmerman is trying to control. Gomi wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Gomi is trying to stand up here but Zimmerman is controlling him well.
Gomi won't allow Zimmerman to pass to mount.
Gomi looks like he's trying to stand up.
Zimmerman is nestled in close to Gomi, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Zimmerman wants to take a breather but Gomi is having none of it.
Gomi is trying to stand back up but Zimmerman is controlling him
#SU2#
Zimmerman decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Gomi closes the distance looking to clinch #TD2#
and Zimmerman counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Zimmerman.
Zimmerman has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T2#
Zimmerman wants to control from the top but Gomi keeps moving.
Zimmerman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Gomi is looking to stand back up but Zimmerman counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Gomi.
Zimmerman wants to pass to mount but Gomi is defending the position.
Gomi pushes Zimmerman off looking to stand but Zimmerman dives back in and keeps control.
Gomi wants to stand back up but Zimmerman manages to pass into side control.
Zimmerman scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Gomi to see if he's OK.#SUB2#
Zimmerman tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Zimmerman has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Zimmerman advances to full mount. #T3#
Zimmerman wants to control the pace but Gomi is squirming around nicely.
Zimmerman lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Gomi has given up his back, trying to stand up. Not clever.#SUB2#
Zimmerman has both hooks in and is working for a choke. Gomi is in real trouble here. Zimmerman gets an arm under the chin and tightens the submission attempt... is this the end? Yes, Gomi is tapping out! Zimmerman wins by rear naked choke!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Rickson Zimmerman!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Rickson Zimmerman waved his t-shirt featuring Urban Fighter's logo in front of the cameras.
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Event:
TGC Crucible 7
Date: Jan 17, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
Zidane closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Zimmerman to the mat! Zimmerman manages to get full guard.
Zimmerman is wriggling around but Zidane manages to pass to half guard.
#REVB#
Zidane slows the pace down in half guard.
Zidane working the head and body with strikes.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Zidane working the head and body with strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zidane with the ground and pound but Zimmerman uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Zidane works over Zimmerman with some ground and pound from guard.
Zidane showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Zidane arches his back and unloads with a massive left and a right! Zimmerman's eyes roll back into his head, he's out cold! The ref dives in to stop the fight - wow, they were hard shots!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Zarko Zidane!
Zarko Zidane decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
TGC 34: Bush vs San Diego
Date: Dec 16, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
White manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Zimmerman on his heels. He'll look to pass Zimmerman's guard now, I'm sure.#SUB#
White thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
White won't allow Zimmerman to sweep him here.
Zimmerman trying to keep a closed guard but White is proving a slippery customer.
White stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Zimmerman swivels though and keeps the full guard.
White keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Zimmerman's head.#SUB#
White drops back looking for a leg! Zimmerman is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Zimmerman manages to kick White off! White jumps back into Zimmerman's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zimmerman pulls White in close to his closed guard and prevents White from doing any damage or advancing position.
Zimmerman is trying to control the position but White postures up. #T1#
Zimmerman 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.
White pushes down on Zimmerman's leg and manages to get into half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Zimmerman manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Zimmerman is trying to control the position but White postures up.
Zimmerman is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB#
White drops back, looking for a kneebar! Zimmerman looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Zimmerman looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Zimmerman! #REVB#
White tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
You can see the frustration on White's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
White is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
White tries to get to full guard but Zimmerman has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Zimmerman is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Zimmerman tries to stand but can't do so whilst White controls his leg. #T3#
White is trying to stand back up but Zimmerman is controlling him
White trying to control here.
Nice strikes from Zimmerman there.
White wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
White is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Zimmerman is tapping! Great win for White!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Justin White!
Our winner, Justin White, 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:
TGC Crucible 4
Date: Oct 24, 2017 |
#R1#
Yamato shoots in for a double leg but Zimmerman sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Yamato avoids a kick to the body.
Zimmerman swings for the body but Yamato moves out of range.
Zimmerman tries a head kick but it misses.
Rickson Zimmerman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Zimmerman throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #TD#
Yamato closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Yamato lands in his opponent'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.
Zimmerman is controlling Yamato's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zimmerman tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Zimmerman is trying to control the position but Yamato postures up. #T1##SUB2#
Zimmerman throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Zimmerman 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.#SUB2#
Zimmerman is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Yamato defends well.
Zimmerman is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Zimmerman trying to mount his opponent but Yamato defends it. #T2#
Zimmerman trying to control the pace.
Yamato knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Zimmerman on the ground.
Zimmerman is keen to just control but Yamato is a slippery customer.
Zimmerman thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Zimmerman sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB2#
Zimmerman seems to be working for a kimura but Yamato defends the submission attempt.#T3#
Zimmerman is looking to take a break and control but Yamato is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Zimmerman tries to pass the half guard into mount. Yamato knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Zimmerman controlling the action here. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Zimmerman is trying to control the action in half guard but Yamato is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Zimmerman not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Zimmerman throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SU2#
Zimmerman stands up from half guard.
Zimmerman looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Yamato keeps the fight on the outside.
Yamato shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Zimmerman defends it nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rickson Zimmerman dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Zimmerman changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Yamato tries to avoid it but Zimmerman manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Yamato to the ground. Yamato escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Yamato drops down looking for a counter takedown but Zimmerman sprawls and moves away.
Zimmerman fails to land the takedown.
Zimmerman will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Akihito Yamato has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rickson Zimmerman.#TD#
Zimmerman gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Yamato to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Zimmerman trying to strike off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Zimmerman has his foot on Yamato's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Yamato works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Zimmerman is looking for a triangle but Yamato pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Zimmerman is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T1#
Zimmerman is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Zimmerman working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Yamato doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Yamato manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Zimmerman escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Yamato gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Rickson Zimmerman has got the better of the ground game so far.
Yamato engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T2##SUB2#
Zimmerman looking for a guillotine here but Yamato defends easily.
Zimmerman is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zimmerman is trying to control the position but Yamato postures up. #T3##SUB2#
Zimmerman had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Yamato defends it easily.
Yamato has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Zimmerman wants to sweep here but Yamato controlling him for the moment.
Yamato stops Zimmerman from standing up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Zimmerman is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Zimmerman is looking to work some ground and pound but Yamato has wrist control.#T4#
Zimmerman is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SU2#
Yamato is working an open guard so Zimmerman takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Yamato fails with a takedown attempt.
Despite the aggression on Zimmerman's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Yamato shoots in for a takedown but Zimmerman shows good takedown defense. #CL2#
Zimmerman drives through and clinches with Yamato against the cage.
Zimmerman has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Yamato has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Zimmerman avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Yamato is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Zimmerman pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Zimmerman looking to slow down the pace here.#TD2#
Zimmerman pulls Yamato into guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rickson Zimmerman showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Yamato's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Yamato gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Zimmerman to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Zimmerman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Zimmerman wants to control from the top but Yamato keeps moving. #SU2#
Zimmerman gets to his feet - Yamato follows without any prompting.
Rickson Zimmerman is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zimmerman throws a body kick that misses.
Yamato changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Zimmerman is defended easily by Yamato.
Yamato feinted with a counter takedown.#T1#
A head kick misses from Zimmerman.
Yamato stuffs the takedown.#TD#
Yamato closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Zimmerman to the mat! Zimmerman manages to get full guard.
Zimmerman takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SUB2#
Zimmerman is looking for a triangle but Yamato pushes his legs off easily.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Zimmerman is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Yamato avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Zimmerman working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Akihito Yamato has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Yamato has momentary wrist control but Zimmerman slips an elbow through the middle.
Zimmerman wants to control from the top but Yamato keeps moving.
Zimmerman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Zimmerman wants to control from the top but Yamato keeps moving.
Yamato trying to keep a closed guard but Zimmerman is proving a slippery customer.
Zimmerman trying to control but Yamato is working from the bottom. #T3##SU2#
Zimmerman decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Zimmerman throws an overhand right that lands on Yamato's shoulder, as Yamato tries to avoid the shot.
Yamato drops down looking for a counter takedown but Zimmerman sprawls and moves away.
Yamato catches Zimmerman with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Zimmerman shoots in and drives through. Yamato sprawls well.
Akihito Yamato has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rickson Zimmerman.
Nice sprawl there from Zimmerman as Yamato shoots in.
Yamato scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#TD#
Yamato shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Yamato was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Zimmerman is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Zimmerman is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Yamato is controlling him well.
Yamato working away.
Zimmerman is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Yamato is trying to ground and pound but Zimmerman uses the momentary lack of control by Yamato to regain half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Rickson Zimmerman.
I've got Zimmerman winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 27:30
Judge George Francis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rickson Zimmerman!
A very excited looking Rickson Zimmerman 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:
MR's Fight Ranch- S1 - Finale
Date: Oct 13, 2017 |
#R1##CL#
Zimmerman fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bonphaivong, pushing him back against the ropes.
Bonphaivong can't break the clinch.
Bonphaivong looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Zimmerman is trying to push Bonphaivong away but Bonphaivong has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Bonphaivong looking to throw knees to the head but Zimmerman is blocking nicely.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Bonphaivong working hard to break the clinch.#TD#
Zimmerman gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Bonphaivong is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Zimmerman is controlling him.
Zimmerman slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Zimmerman pushing down on Bonphaivong's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zimmerman scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Bonphaivong is trying to stand back up but Zimmerman is controlling him
Zimmerman performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Zimmerman prevents Bonphaivong from standing back up.
#T1#
Zimmerman is taking a breather. Bonphaivong 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.
Bonphaivong scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Zimmerman manages to mount him!
Bonphaivong wants to use the ropes to get back to his feet here.
Zimmerman landing punches. #SUB#
Bonphaivong wants to get back to his feet but in bucking up he's left an arm hanging out! Zimmerman has locked onto it and has pulled off a slick armbar! Bonphaivong taps furiously! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Rickson Zimmerman!
During a confident post fight interview, Rickson Zimmerman thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
MR's Fight Ranch- S1 - E4
Date: Sep 29, 2017 |
#R1#
Zimmerman fails to land with a series of punches.
Zimmerman throws a poor cross that misses
and C K counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT#
It looks like Rickson Zimmerman has been cut.#KD#
C K feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Zimmerman sprawling to the canvas! Zimmerman rolls over backwards and springs off the ropes and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can C K finish him?!
#ROC#
Zimmerman is rocked!
Zimmerman is wiping some vaseline out of his eye. C K doesn't give a rats ass about fair play and cracks him with a massive hook to the side of the head! Zimmerman crumples to the floor out cold! The cornerman is going to be in Zimmerman's bad books for that mishap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Louis C K!
Louis C K bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
MR's Fight Ranch- S1 - E3
Date: Sep 15, 2017 |
#R1#
Carman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Zimmerman moves away.#TD2#
Zimmerman gets a takedown into half guard.
Carman tries to kick Zimmerman off but Zimmerman keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Carman is looking to get back to is feet but Zimmerman passes into side control.
#SUB2#
Zimmerman looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Carman knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Zimmerman on the ground.
Carman is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Zimmerman asserts his dominance and retains side control.
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 had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Carman wants to get back to his feet but Zimmerman is dominant here and he's now got Carman's back!#T1##SUB2#
Carman is trying to defend against the choke here but Zimmerman has an arm under his chin. This one might not last much longer. Zimmerman Tightens the hold and Carman taps out furiously! Zimmerman displays superior BJJ to win the fight.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Rickson Zimmerman!
Rickson Zimmerman thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
MR's Fight Ranch- S1 - E2
Date: Sep 01, 2017 |
#R1#
Griffin lands the left hand.
Griffin tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Zimmerman throws a big counter combination but Griffin scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Griffin lands a two punch combo.
and Griffin counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts Zimmerman! He's just covering up as Griffin starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Matt Griffin!
A victorious Matt Griffin 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 10, 2017 |
#R1#
Kronk shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Zimmerman defends it nicely.
Kronk misses with a two punch combination.
#CL#
Zimmerman has managed to clinch.
Zimmerman stops a takedown attempt from Kronk.
#BC2#
Kronk manages to break the clinch.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Zimmerman.
Kronk misses with a body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kronk misses with a takedown #CL#
and Zimmerman moves into the clinch.
Rickson Zimmerman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Atilla Kronk.#TD#
Zimmerman pulls guard effortlessly.
Zimmerman is trying to control the position but Kronk postures up. #T1#
Kronk is stalling in the full guard.
Zimmerman keeping moving, preventing Kronk from controlling successfully.
Kronk prevents Zimmerman from getting back to his feet.
Kronk is stalling in the full guard.
Kronk forces his way into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kronk is thwarting Zimmerman's attempts to control the position.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Zimmerman wants to get back to full guard.
Zimmerman is pressing down on Kronk's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Kronk trying to move into half guard but instead Zimmerman has managed to sweep!#REVR##SUB2#
Kronk has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Zimmerman can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Zimmerman wants to control from the top but Kronk keeps moving.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kronk holds on and takes a little breather. #T3#
Zimmerman sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Kronk's guard.
Kronk is refusing to be controlled, as Zimmerman sits in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zimmerman working Kronk over with strikes.
Zimmerman seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kronk does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Kronk has hold of Zimmerman's hands but Zimmerman slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Kronk really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Zimmerman. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Zimmerman wants to take a breather but Kronk is having none of it. #SUB#
Zimmerman seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Kronk is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Rickson Zimmerman!
An out of breath Rickson Zimmerman 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:
EG: Monday Night Fist Fights 2
Date: Jul 10, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Zimmerman scores with a takedown into Macgrzegorz's guard.
Macgrzegorz working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Zimmerman.
Macgrzegorz on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Macgrzegorz tries to get out of the position.
Zimmerman won't allow Macgrzegorz to sweep him here.
Zimmerman wants to control from the top but Macgrzegorz keeps moving.
Macgrzegorz wants to stand and escape but Zimmerman is having none of it.
Zimmerman with a flurry of punches that miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Macgrzegorz keeping full guard, as Zimmerman tries to pass. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Macgrzegorz is trying hard to land a takedown here. Zimmerman sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Macgrzegorz has been working on his balance at CT + BJJ & Wrestling & Boxing & MT SPARRING GYM, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Zimmerman.#T1#
Zimmerman looking to land some kicks to the body here.
#CL2#
Zimmerman has closed the distance and engaged Macgrzegorz in a clinch.
Zimmerman lands a left hand.
Zimmerman has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Macgrzegorz is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Zimmerman can't get the takedown.
Macgrzegorz is pressed up against the cage. Zimmerman has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Macgrzegorz down to the mat. Macgrzegorz avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Konrad Macgrzegorz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rickson Zimmerman.
Macgrzegorz fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Zimmerman doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Macgrzegorz has a takedown stuffed.#T2#
Zimmerman stuffs the takedown attempt from Macgrzegorz. Macgrzegorz gets slowly back to his feet. #TD#
Macgrzegorz looking to score a takedown here. Zimmerman is defending well but Macgrzegorz drives through and ends up in Zimmerman's guard.
Zimmerman looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Zimmerman trying to keep a closed guard but Macgrzegorz is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2#
Zimmerman looking for a triangle here. Macgrzegorz is fighting it but it looks tight! Zimmerman pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Macgrzegorz is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Rickson Zimmerman!
Konrad Macgrzegorz spoke after the fight, saying 'We will rock you!'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 21, 2017 |
#R1#
Guillard lands the left hand.
Guillard looks to land a combination but Zimmerman avoids it well.
Zimmerman throws a nice looking combination but Guillard bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Guillard will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Zimmerman will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Zimmerman drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Guillard blocks the body kick.
And Guillard tries to counter it with a takedown but Zimmerman pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Guillard throws a right and a left that both miss.
Zimmerman wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Guillard with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Guillard throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Zimmerman blocks a leg kick.
Zimmerman fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Guillard with the counter takedown but Zimmerman avoids it easily.
Guillard falls off balance throwing a combination
#TD#
and Zimmerman counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Zimmerman wants to control from the top but Guillard keeps moving. #T1#
Zimmerman throwing strikes but missing.
Zimmerman tries to stand but Guillard is controlling from the bottom.
Zimmerman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Guillard swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Guillard is looking to stand back up but Zimmerman counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Guillard.
Zimmerman trying to control from half guard but Guillard is working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Zimmerman is really struggling to control Guillard but he's trying to hold on to the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zimmerman prevents Guillard from standing back up.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Zimmerman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Guillard.
Guillard misses the jab.
Guillard throws a right and a left that both miss.
Guillard looking to land some kicks to the body here.
#CL#
Zimmerman gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Zimmerman wants to take the fight to the mat but Guillard manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rickson Zimmerman. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3##BC#
Zimmerman breaks from the clinch.
Guillard misses with a two punch combination.
TJ Guillard seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Guillard looks to land a combination but Zimmerman avoids it well.
Zimmerman is looking to counter punch.
Guillard looks winded!#CL#
Guillard tries to keep at a distance but Zimmerman has taken the fight into the clinch.
Zimmerman effectively controlling the action here.
Guillard working hard to break the clinch.#BC#
Zimmerman pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Guillard's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Guillard duly obliges.
Guillard throws a leg kick #TD#
and Zimmerman counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Guillard is not content to let Zimmerman control the position.#T4#
Zimmerman is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Zimmerman dominating with strikes here.
Zimmerman controlling from the full mount.
Zimmerman raining down hammerfists from mount.
Zimmerman wants to control the pace but Guillard is squirming around nicely.
Zimmerman landing strikes from the mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but TJ Guillard will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
A punch combination from Guillard misses.
Zimmerman checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Guillard looks to land a combination but Zimmerman avoids it well.
Zimmerman throws a big counter combination but Guillard scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#CL#
Zimmerman closes the distance and clinches.
Zimmerman tries for a takedown but Guillard manages to get underhooks.
#TD2#
Guillard gets control of Zimmerman's arms and successfully pulls guard. Guillard will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Guillard keeping moving, preventing Zimmerman from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zimmerman is looking to stand up but Guillard won't let him.
Zimmerman passes Guillard's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T1#
Zimmerman is trying to control. Guillard wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Guillard is breathing heavily.#SUB#
Guillard is defending against the submission attempts here by Zimmerman.
Zimmerman looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
Zimmerman is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Zimmerman is trying to control the action in half guard but Guillard is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Zimmerman thows a huge punch but Guillard dodges it nicely.
Zimmerman is trying to control. Guillard wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Zimmerman performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Zimmerman shoots in but Guillard avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Zimmerman. #T3#
Guillard throws a nice looking combination but Zimmerman bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Zimmerman goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Zimmerman fails with an attempt to clinch.
Guillard misses with a wild combination.
Guillard throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Guillard digs a good body shot into Zimmerman's ribs.
Zimmerman tries to close the distance and clinch up but Guillard swats him away and circles back towards the center. #TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Guillard enables Zimmerman to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Guillard manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#ES2#
Guillard wriggles free and stands up.
Guillard misses with a few strikes there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Guillard moves out of range as Zimmerman throws a body kick.
#TD#
Zimmerman closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Zimmerman connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Guillard some visible discomfort.
#T4#
Zimmerman wants to control but Guillard is keeping him busy.
Zimmerman wants to stand but Guillard is controlling his arm.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Zimmerman wants to lay and pray for a moment but Guillard keeps working.
Zimmerman lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but TJ Guillard will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Nice defenses there by Zimmerman.
Guillard rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Zimmerman moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Zimmerman avoids a punch combination nicely.
Guillard throws a right hand that Zimmerman ducks under and follows up with a left that Zimmerman also avoids with ease.
Rickson Zimmerman is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A low kick from Guillard misses #TD#
and Zimmerman decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Guillard's guard.
Rickson Zimmerman overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Zimmerman stands and throws Guillard's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Zimmerman throwing shots but missing, from side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zimmerman is looking to take a break and control but Guillard is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Guillard takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Zimmerman lands an elbow.
Guillard is not content to let Zimmerman control the position. #SUB#
Zimmerman thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Zimmerman is looking to take a break and control but Guillard is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Zimmerman lands an elbow.
Zimmerman laying and praying for a moment but Guillard takes advantage and regains half guard. #T3#
Guillard is refusing to be controlled, as Zimmerman sits in half guard.
Zimmerman tries to pass the half guard into mount. Guillard knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Zimmerman landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Guillard won't allow Zimmerman to pass to mount. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Zimmerman fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Guillard misses with a two punch combination.
Guillard misses with a double jab.
Zimmerman looks for the body kick but Guillard saw that one coming.
Zimmerman shoots in for a takedown but Guillard shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#TD#
Zimmerman feints and as Guillard raises his hands in defense, Zimmerman changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Guillard wants to get back to his feet but Zimmerman passes into half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#REVB#
Zimmerman looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rickson Zimmerman showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Guillard 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 Chris Downing scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... TJ Guillard!
TJ Guillard was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 18, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Zimmerman shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Nygma is trying to defend but Zimmerman finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#SUB#
Zimmerman seems to be working for a kimura but Nygma defends the submission attempt.
Zimmerman wants to stand up but Nygma is controlling the position.
#SUB#
Zimmerman seems to be looking for submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zimmerman trying to control from half guard but Nygma is working away. #T1##SUB#
Zimmerman maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Nygma could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Zimmerman has cracked it and Nygma is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Zimmerman!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Rickson Zimmerman!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 15, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Zimmerman looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Zimmerman pushing down on Koniezko's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Koniezko wants to sweep but Zimmerman has passed to side control!
Koniezko pushes Zimmerman away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Zimmerman gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Zimmerman wants to control but Koniezko is keeping him busy.
Koniezko tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Zimmerman presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zimmerman sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Koniezko is desperately trying to improve his position but Zimmerman has a good base and remains in mount.#T1#
Zimmerman raining down shots from the mount!
Zimmerman lands a couple of good shots and Koniezko has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Zimmerman wants to control but Koniezko is keeping busy.
Koniezko tries to escape but Zimmerman has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB#
Zimmerman is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Koniezko is tapping out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Rickson Zimmerman!
Sascha Koniezko spoke after the fight, saying 'He cheated! Check his gloves, they've got chloroform on them!'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 11, 2017 |
#R1#
Zimmerman misses with a low kick.
#TD#
Zimmerman gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Koh to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Koh is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Koh makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Koh working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Koh working some strikes from top position.
Koh throws an elbow that misses. Zimmerman uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Koh 's guard. Nice move by Zimmerman!#REVB#
Koh is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Zimmerman is controlling him.
Koh wants to sweep here but Zimmerman controlling him for the moment.
Zimmerman stops Koh from standing up.
Zimmerman trying to control the position from guard on top but Koh is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Koh looking to hit a scissor sweep but Zimmerman is one step ahead there.
Zimmerman would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #T1#
Koh looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Zimmerman puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Koh keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Koh tries to get to full guard but Zimmerman has control of the leg.
Koh is trying to control but can't.
Zimmerman prevents Koh from improving his position.
Zimmerman working the head and body with strikes.
Koh is trying is best to control the position here. #SUB2#
Zimmerman is trying for a kimura here. Koh looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Zimmerman wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Rickson Zimmerman!
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