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Event:
CWC Fight Night 7
Date: Nov 02, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 9 losses; Mike Charles! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 16 losses; Zhan Dhelan!
The judges for this bout are Tatsuya Matsuyama, Hirohito Nitta and Ren Mimura.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Charles scores with a takedown into Dhelan's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Charles (2) vs (0) Dhelan
Dhelan is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Dhelan keeping moving, preventing Charles from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Dhelan has his foot on Charles's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Charles works his way back into a safe position though.
Dhelan trying to control the position.
#SUB2#
Dhelan looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We've been hearing good reports from Charles'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.#SUB2#
Dhelan working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Charles doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Charles manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Charles drops back looking for a leg! Dhelan is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Dhelan manages to kick Charles off! Charles jumps back into Dhelan's guard. #T1#
Dhelan 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: Charles (2) vs (2) Dhelan
Charles trying to control but Dhelan postures up.
Dhelan prevents Charles from improving his position.#SUB2#
Dhelan 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.
#T2#
Charles is looking to control Dhelan's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Charles avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Dhelan is looking for a kimura but Charles is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Dhelan to get the leverage.
Charles trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Dhelan is working for a kimura but Charles is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Dhelan is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Charles doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Dhelan. #T3#
Charles is concentrating on defense, preventing Dhelan from advancing position.
Dhelan is thwarting Charles's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Charles is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dhelan pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Dhelan is working for a kimura but Charles is defending it quite comfortably.
#T4#
Charles is not content to let Dhelan control the position.#SUB2#
Dhelan wants to work for an arm triangle but Charles is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Still in half guard, Dhelan seems content to control.
Charles wants to control the action here but instead Dhelan manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Charles (2) vs (5) Dhelan
Dhelan looking to control but Charles is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Dhelan is looking to work his way around to Charles's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position. #T5#
Charles manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB2#
Dhelan is trying for a kimura here. Charles looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Dhelan wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Zhan Dhelan!
Zhan Dhelan decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CWC 327 - Prelims
Date: Oct 23, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 0 losses; Tyler Alvarez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 15 losses; Zhan Dhelan!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Emerson Jorge and Leandro Rodrigues.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Alvarez closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Alvarez (4) vs (0) Dhelan#SUB#
Alvarez tries for a kimura but Dhelan is defending well. #SUB#
Alvarez is trying to get an arm triangle but Dhelan is defending well. #SUB#
Alvarez looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Dhelan manages to get back to half guard.
Dhelan wants to get back to full guard.
Dhelan is concentrating on defense, preventing Alvarez from advancing position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dhelan trying to hold on to Alvarez's head to control him but Alvarez postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Dhelan looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Alvarez will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Dhelan trying to control here.
Dhelan gets back to full guard.
#T1#
Dhelan not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Alvarez works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Alvarez trying to mount his opponent but Dhelan defends it.
Alvarez is working hard here to advance position.
Dhelan wants to improve his position but Alvarez is controlling well.
Dhelan 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.#SUB#
Alvarez is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Dhelan doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Alvarez. #SUB#
Alvarez wants to work for an arm triangle but Dhelan is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Dhelan moves into full guard.
#T2##SUB2#
Dhelan looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Dhelan has his hands on Alvarez's head, controlling the position.
Alvarez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Dhelan is looking for a triangle but Alvarez pushes his legs off easily.
Dhelan manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Alvarez manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Alvarez (4) vs (2) Dhelan
Dhelan looking to sit in guard and control but Alvarez gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Alvarez (6) vs (2) Dhelan#T3#
Alvarez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dhelan is keeping the position for now.
Dhelan looking for a sweep. Not yet Dhelan, not yet.
Dhelan keeping full guard, as Alvarez tries to pass. #SUB2#
Alvarez avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Alvarez passes into half guard. #SUB#
Alvarez is working for a kimura but Dhelan is defending it quite comfortably.
Alvarez wants to free his trapped foot but Dhelan is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T4#
Dhelan is trying to maintain the position but Alvarez is very close to passing his half guard.
Dhelan won't allow Alvarez to pass to mount.
Dhelan is pressing down on Alvarez's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Dhelan keeping full guard, as Alvarez tries to pass. #SUB2#
Dhelan throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Alvarez works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Alvarez wants to work for an arm triangle but Dhelan is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Dhelan is looking to control Alvarez's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Dhelan avoid being mounted?
Dhelan is holding on to half guard well.#SUB#
Alvarez is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T5#
Alvarez trying to pass the guard but Dhelan defending well. #SUB2#
Dhelan looking for submissions off his back.
Alvarez moves into full mount! Dhelan won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Alvarez (9) vs (2) Dhelan
Dhelan tries to hold on but Alvarez pushes him away.
Alvarez wants to take his opponent's back but Dhelan doesn't allow it.
Alvarez moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Alvarez (12) vs (2) Dhelan#SUB#
Alvarez is persistently looking for the submission but Dhelan is defending it well.
#T6##SUB#
Alvarez patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#SUB#
Dhelan 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 Alvarez gets his way!
#SUB#
Alvarez is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Dhelan tries to escape but Alvarez has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Dhelan wants to control his opponent's hands but Alvarez gets his hands free. #SUB#
Dhelan defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Alvarez's arms.
Alvarez has the hooks in. Dhelan is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T7#
Alvarez doesn't have the hooks in and Dhelan manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Alvarez (12) vs (4) Dhelan
Alvarez is trying to hold Dhelan in close to prevent damage but Dhelan has managed to pass into half guard.
Dhelan prevents Alvarez from improving his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Alvarez is defending against the submission attempts here by Dhelan.
Dhelan is looking to take a break and control but Alvarez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T8##SUB2#
Alvarez is defending against the submission attempts here by Dhelan.
Alvarez regains full guard. Nicely done.
Alvarez tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Dhelan wants to control from the top but Alvarez keeps moving. #T9#
Alvarez looking for a sweep. Not yet Alvarez, not yet.
Dhelan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Alvarez is keeping the position for now.
Alvarez keeping moving, preventing Dhelan from controlling successfully.
Dhelan not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Alvarez wants to sweep here but Dhelan controlling him for the moment. #T10#
Alvarez bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Dhelan's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Alvarez (14) vs (4) Dhelan
Alvarez passes into half guard. #SUB#
Alvarez wants to work for an arm triangle but Dhelan is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Dhelan tries to get to full guard but Alvarez has control of the leg.
Dhelan is trying to control but can't.
Alvarez wants to pass the guard but Dhelan is defending well.
Alvarez passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Dhelan! Score +3 for passing guard: Alvarez (17) vs (4) Dhelan#T11#
Dhelan is controlling an arm, preventing Alvarez from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Dhelan wants to control but Alvarez is having none of it.
Alvarez seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Dhelan is holding on tight.
Dhelan regains half guard.
Dhelan trying to control here.
Dhelan tries to roll over but Alvarez keeps him under control.#T12##SUB2#
Dhelan looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Alvarez is pressing down on Dhelan's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dhelan is holding on for now.
Alvarez frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Alvarez (20) vs (4) Dhelan
Dhelan working to try and regain half guard.
Alvarez wants to take Dhelan's back but he can't do it this time.
Dhelan is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Dhelan is trying to escape the mount.
#SUB#
Alvarez moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Dhelan has worked his arm free - good work by Dhelan!
#T13#
Dhelan tries to improve position but can't. #SUB#
Alvarez working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Alvarez goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Dhelan has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Alvarez but great work by Dhelan. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Alvarez (20) vs (8) Dhelan
Alvarez is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Dhelan off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Alvarez (24) vs (8) Dhelan#SUB#
Alvarez seems to be going for a rear naked choke. He has an arm under Dhelan's chin but Dhelan turns very nicely into Alvarez's guard. Good BJJ skills being displayed there by Dhelan.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Alvarez (24) vs (10) Dhelan
Dhelan tries to free his leg and advance position but Alvarez is retaining full guard. #T14#
Alvarez has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Dhelan has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Alvarez (24) vs (13) Dhelan#SUB2#
Dhelan wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Alvarez, who protects the arm well.
Alvarez sneaks back into half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Alvarez tries to get to full guard but Dhelan has control of the leg.
And that's the end of the fight!
Alvarez takes the fight on points by 24 to 13.
An out of breath Tyler Alvarez 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:
CWC 325 - Prelims
Date: Oct 09, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 14 losses; Zhan Dhelan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 5 losses; Jimmy Burroughs!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Luis Engracia and Paulo Santos.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Burroughs napping and manages to drive through into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Dhelan (4) vs (0) Burroughs
Dhelan trying to control the action but Burroughs is working from the bottom.
We've been hearing good reports from Dhelan'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#
Dhelan tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Who's going to make the next move?
Burroughs tries to improve position but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Dhelan working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Dhelan is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Burroughs knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T1#
Dhelan advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Dhelan (6) vs (0) Burroughs
Dhelan controlling the position easily from mount.
Burroughs can't escape the position.
Dhelan trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T2#
Burroughs really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Burroughs 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.#SUB#
Dhelan goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Burroughs turns into him and now he's in Dhelan's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dhelan (6) vs (2) Burroughs#SUB#
Dhelan working for submissions but it's allowed Burroughs to get to half guard.
Dhelan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Dhelan is defending against the submission attempts here by Burroughs.
Dhelan is looking to control Burroughs's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Dhelan avoid being mounted?#T3#
Burroughs tries to pass to full mount but Dhelan defends it.
Dhelan trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Burroughs manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Dhelan (6) vs (5) Burroughs
Burroughs controlling from the full mount.
Burroughs can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dhelan is looking to escape.
Burroughs prevents Dhelan from getting the reversal.#T4#
Dhelan stops Burroughs from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Burroughs controlling the position easily from mount.
Burroughs moves to the back. Score +3 for taking back: Dhelan (6) vs (8) Burroughs#SUB2#
Burroughs is persistently looking for the submission but Dhelan is defending it well.
Dhelan is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
#T5#
Dhelan wants to escape the position.
Burroughs is trying to stick to Dhelan's back but Dhelan is turning into Burroughs. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Burroughs's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Dhelan. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dhelan (8) vs (8) Burroughs
Burroughs looking to control.
#SUB2#
Burroughs working for a triangle but Dhelan defends it easily.
Burroughs 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.
Burroughs looking to control but Dhelan passes into half guard.
#T6#
Burroughs is doing well to control the position and prevent Dhelan from advancing to side control.
Burroughs is refusing to be controlled, as Dhelan sits in half guard.
Burroughs tries to roll over but Dhelan keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Burroughs actively working from the bottom here.
Dhelan trying to mount his opponent but Burroughs defends it.
Dhelan seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T7#
Burroughs is pressing down on Dhelan's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Dhelan trying to control the position from guard on top but Burroughs is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dhelan looking to pass the guard.
Burroughs looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Burroughs 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: Dhelan (8) vs (10) Burroughs
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dhelan is holding on to half guard well.#T8#
Dhelan gets full guard.
Dhelan looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dhelan pulls Burroughs in close to prevent any damage.
Burroughs 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.
Dhelan wants to sweep but no luck.
Burroughs postures up.
Dhelan is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Burroughs is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Dhelan is really struggling to control Burroughs but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T9#
Dhelan lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dhelan (10) vs (10) Burroughs
Burroughs looking for a sweep. Not yet Burroughs, not yet.
Burroughs controlling Dhelan's posture.
Dhelan trying to control the position from guard on top but Burroughs is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Dhelan drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Burroughs manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Dhelan has Burroughs in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dhelan (10) vs (12) Burroughs
Dhelan trying to control the position.
#T10#
Burroughs stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dhelan swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Dhelan is looking for a triangle here but Burroughs uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Dhelan (10) vs (15) Burroughs
Dhelan is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Burroughs has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Eastern Queens MMA Club. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#T11#
Dhelan is working hard here to advance position.
Burroughs tries to move into full mount but can't pass Dhelan's legs. #SUB2#
Burroughs thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Dhelan gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Dhelan (10) vs (17) Burroughs
Burroughs wants to control the action but instead Dhelan gets a body lock and reverses into Burroughs's guard! Nice work! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dhelan (12) vs (17) Burroughs#T12#
Burroughs looking for a sweep. Not yet Burroughs, not yet. #SUB#
Dhelan thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Dhelan stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Burroughs swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Burroughs 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.
Dhelan wants to control from the top but Burroughs keeps moving.
Dhelan stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Burroughs swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T13#
Burroughs looking for a sweep. Not yet Burroughs, not yet.
Dhelan passes into half guard.
Burroughs is positioning himself well to prevent Dhelan advancing to mount.
Dhelan tries to pass to full mount but Burroughs defends it.
Burroughs works his way to full guard. Good work.#T14#
Dhelan wants to control from the top but Burroughs keeps moving. #SUB2#
Dhelan content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Burroughs has locked up a guillotine! Burroughs's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Dhelan is holding on here and Burroughs must be using up a lot of energy. Dhelan has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Burroughs gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Jimmy Burroughs!
Jimmy Burroughs tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool. |
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Event:
CWC 322 - Prelims
Date: Sep 18, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 13 losses; Zhan Dhelan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Jimmy Burroughs!
The judges for this bout are Ren Mimura, Yukihiro Yamamoto and Tatsuya Matsuyama.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Dhelan shoots in but Burroughs avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Dhelan looks for a takedown but Burroughs sprawls well.
Dhelan fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Burroughs avoids it really well and circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Burroughs moves into the clinch.
Burroughs looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Burroughs prevents a takedown attempt there.
Dhelan tries for a takedown. No joy.
Burroughs is looking to take this one to the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Burroughs gets a trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dhelan (0) vs (2) Burroughs#SUB#
Dhelan looking for a kimura from the bottom but Burroughs passes into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Dhelan (0) vs (5) Burroughs
Dhelan wants to control but Burroughs postures up.#T1#
Dhelan tries to bench press Burroughs off him but Burroughs keeps the position.
Burroughs tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #SUB2#
Burroughs is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Dhelan is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Burroughs wants to control but Dhelan is keeping him busy.
Burroughs is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
We've been hearing good reports from Dhelan's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#T2#
Dhelan manages to work his way to half guard, despite Burroughs's best efforts.#SUB#
Dhelan looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Burroughs 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.
Burroughs is trying to control. Dhelan wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Burroughs moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Dhelan (0) vs (8) Burroughs
Dhelan is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Dhelan manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dhelan (2) vs (8) Burroughs
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Burroughs is controlling Dhelan's position as best he can from this difficult position.#T3#
Dhelan seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Burroughs is not content to let Dhelan control the position.
Burroughs is trying to maintain the position but Dhelan is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Dhelan is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Dhelan is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Burroughs defends it well.
Burroughs wants to control but Dhelan is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T4#
Dhelan is pressing down on Burroughs's thigh, looking to free his foot. Burroughs is holding on for now.
Burroughs works his way to full guard. Good work.
Burroughs trying to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Burroughs keeping moving, preventing Dhelan from controlling successfully.
Burroughs working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Dhelan drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Burroughs dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dhelan (2) vs (10) Burroughs#T5#
Burroughs is looking to advance position but Dhelan has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Dhelan (6) vs (10) Burroughs
Burroughs keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Burroughs is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Burroughs is trying desperately to improve position.
Burroughs has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Dhelan (9) vs (10) Burroughs#SUB#
Burroughs 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 Dhelan gets his way!
Dhelan not allowing Burroughs to control his hands. #T6#
Will Dhelan go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
I really don't envy Burroughs right now.
Burroughs breaks Dhelan's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dhelan (9) vs (12) Burroughs
Dhelan wants to sweep here but Burroughs controlling him for the moment.
Burroughs trying to control the position from guard on top but Dhelan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dhelan not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T7#
Dhelan has Burroughs pulled in close to control his posture.
Dhelan can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Burroughs controls the pace.
Burroughs is fighting to break Dhelan's control of his arms but Dhelan is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Dhelan keeping moving, preventing Burroughs from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Dhelan working for a triangle but Burroughs defends it easily.
Dhelan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Burroughs is one step ahead there. #T8#
Burroughs stands and throws Dhelan's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Dhelan (9) vs (15) Burroughs
Dhelan stops Burroughs from passing to mount.
A lull in the action here as Burroughs stalls from top position.
Dhelan can't do much from the bottom here. #T9#
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Dhelan wants to control but Burroughs postures up.
Dhelan is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Burroughs tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Burroughs has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Burroughs taking a break here but Dhelan is having none of it and regains half guard. #SUB#
Dhelan is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Burroughs pulls his head out easily. #T10#
Burroughs content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Burroughs trying to pass the guard but Dhelan defending well.
Burroughs trying to control the action but Dhelan is working from the bottom. #T11#
Burroughs tries to pass to full mount but Dhelan defends it. #SUB2#
Burroughs is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Dhelan defends it well.
Dhelan is looking to control Burroughs's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Dhelan avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Dhelan is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Burroughs pulls his head out easily.
Dhelan trying to control but Burroughs postures up.
#T12#
Dhelan tries to roll over but Burroughs keeps him under control.
Burroughs perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Dhelan won't allow Burroughs to pass to mount.
Dhelan is looking to control Burroughs's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Dhelan avoid being mounted?
Dhelan wants to get back to full guard but Burroughs has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Dhelan (9) vs (18) Burroughs
Dhelan really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T13#
Dhelan wants to control but Burroughs is having none of it.
Burroughs can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dhelan is looking to escape.
Burroughs wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Burroughs controlling the pace for now. #T14#
Burroughs trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Dhelan is trying to escape the mount.
Burroughs sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dhelan is squirming around, avoiding Burroughs's attempts to control the action.
And that's the end of the fight!
Burroughs wins on points by 18 to 9.
Jimmy Burroughs decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
CWC 318 - Huhera vs Kuronoa
Date: Aug 21, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 12 losses; Zhan Dhelan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 17 losses; Bazar Al Jhit!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Ian Loll and Yves DeLean.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Dhelan fails with a takedown attempt. #TD2#
Al Jhit shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dhelan (0) vs (2) Al Jhit
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Al Jhit works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Dhelan 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.
Al Jhit wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dhelan keeps working. #SUB2#
Al Jhit is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Al Jhit wants to free his trapped foot but Dhelan is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Dhelan has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Al Jhit is working away from the top position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Jhit wants to take a breather but Dhelan is having none of it.
Al Jhit trying to advance position but Dhelan counters by regaining guard. #T1#
Dhelan is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Al Jhit tries to free his leg and advance position but Dhelan is retaining full guard.
Dhelan tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Dhelan has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Al Jhit can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Al Jhit trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dhelan wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Dhelan is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Al Jhit is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Al Jhit has gone for a leg lock! Dhelan slips out almost immediately though and dives into Al Jhit's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dhelan (2) vs (2) Al Jhit#SUB2#
Al Jhit is looking for a triangle but Dhelan pushes his legs off easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Al Jhit keeping moving, preventing Dhelan from controlling successfully.
Al Jhit not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Dhelan stopping the sweep attempt from Al Jhit.
Al Jhit 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.
Dhelan sitting in guard here, content to control.
Al Jhit wants to hit a sweep here but Dhelan passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Al Jhit there! Score +3 for passing guard: Dhelan (5) vs (2) Al Jhit
Al Jhit is looking to get to half guard.#T3#
Al Jhit wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Dhelan (8) vs (2) Al Jhit#SUB#
Dhelan tightening his grip on Al Jhit, looking for the choke.
Al Jhit tries to roll but Dhelan sticks to his back.
#SUB#
Al Jhit showing good submission defense here.
#SUB#
Dhelan is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
#T4##SUB#
Dhelan is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Al Jhit defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #SUB#
Dhelan is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Al Jhit is in bad spot here.
A lull in the action here.
#T5#
Al Jhit trying to control the position but Dhelan manages to sink in the hooks.
Dhelan doesn't have the hooks in and Al Jhit manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dhelan (8) vs (4) Al Jhit
Al Jhit works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Dhelan trying to control but Al Jhit postures up.
#SUB2#
Al Jhit seems to be working for a kimura but Dhelan defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Al Jhit is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Al Jhit trying to pass the guard but Dhelan defending well. #T6#
Al Jhit trying to control the action but Dhelan is working from the bottom.
Dhelan desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Dhelan won't allow Al Jhit to pass to mount.
Al Jhit trying to control from half guard but Dhelan is working away.
Al Jhit trying to advance position but Dhelan counters by regaining guard.
Al Jhit sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Dhelan's guard.
Al Jhit is trying to control. Dhelan wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T7#
Dhelan wants to control but Al Jhit is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Al Jhit is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Dhelan defends it well.
Dhelan tries to get to full guard but Al Jhit has control of the leg.
Al Jhit trying to control from half guard but Dhelan is working away.
Dhelan trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Al Jhit is working for a kimura but Dhelan is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Dhelan is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Al Jhit pulls his head out easily. #T8##SUB2#
Al Jhit is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Dhelan is trying to maintain the position but Al Jhit is very close to passing his half guard.
Dhelan wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Al Jhit is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Dhelan is just riding it out for now. Al Jhit eventually gives up the hold.
Al Jhit with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T9#
Al Jhit trying to control the action but Dhelan is working from the bottom.
Dhelan is pressing down on Al Jhit's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Dhelan wants to control but Al Jhit passes easily into half guard.
#SUB2#
Al Jhit is trying for a kimura here. Dhelan looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Al Jhit wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bazar Al Jhit!
Our winner, Bazar Al Jhit, 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:
Stepping Stone 17
Date: Aug 14, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 25 losses; Golar Omoran! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 11 losses; Zhan Dhelan!
The judges for this bout are Jonathan Paton, Russell Pearce and Bruno Lombardi.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Dhelan throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Omoran tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Dhelan is in Omoran's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Omoran (0) vs (2) Dhelan
My spies in Brotherhood MMA inform me that Dhelan has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Dhelan trying to control but Omoran is working from the bottom.
Omoran manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Dhelan manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Omoran (2) vs (2) Dhelan
Dhelan is trying to hold Omoran in close to prevent damage but Omoran has managed to pass into half guard.
#SUB#
Omoran has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Dhelan defend it? Omoran steps over the head and cranks it - Dhelan is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Omoran!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Golar Omoran!
Golar Omoran 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:
Stepping Stone 15
Date: Aug 07, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 10 losses; Zhan Dhelan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Kaoru Nagashima!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Alec Ball and Elvis Blanc.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Dhelan looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dhelan (2) vs (0) Nagashima
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Nagashima has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Dhelan doesn't defend quickly enough and Nagashima has managed to lock this one up! Can Dhelan escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Nagashima on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Kaoru Nagashima!
An intense looking Kaoru Nagashima took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'Going into this fight I knew I could not let Donkey Dan down, his elusive Donkey Kick is the one tool missing from my arsenal, Donkey Dan! TEACH ME YOUR WAYS!'. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 12
Date: Jul 31, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 10 losses; Zhan Dhelan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Kazuki Takeda!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, William Peck and Gregory Folan.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Dhelan has managed to clinch.
#TD2#
Takeda decides to pull guard.
Dhelan trying to control but Takeda is working from the bottom.
Dhelan passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Dhelan (3) vs (0) Takeda
Dhelan just content to control the position.
Dhelan is looking to take a break and control but Takeda is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Dhelan working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T1#
Takeda stops Dhelan from passing to mount.
Takeda is looking to regain half guard here but Dhelan keeps moving and retains side control.
Dhelan 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.
Dhelan gets to mount! Takeda was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Dhelan (5) vs (0) Takeda
Dhelan avoids the attempt from Takeda to control.
Dhelan controlling the position easily from mount. #T2##SUB#
Dhelan has hold of Takeda's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Takeda manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dhelan controlling from the full mount.
Takeda is wriggling around trying to escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Dhelan moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Takeda has worked his arm free - good work by Takeda!
#SUB#
Dhelan swings around for an armbar but Takeda sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Dhelan's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dhelan (5) vs (2) Takeda#T3##SUB#
Dhelan working for submissions but it's allowed Takeda to get to half guard.
Takeda controlling the action here.
Takeda seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Dhelan does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Takeda trying to control the pace. #SUB#
Dhelan looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4#
Dhelan tries to get to full guard but Takeda has control of the leg.
Takeda controlling the action here.
Dhelan is looking for a sweep. Takeda is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Dhelan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Takeda is looking to stall here but Dhelan recovers full guard.
Takeda preventing the sweep.
Takeda trying to control the position from guard on top but Dhelan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Takeda content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Dhelan has locked up a guillotine! Dhelan's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Takeda is holding on here and Dhelan must be using up a lot of energy. Takeda has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Dhelan gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Zhan Dhelan!
After winning the bout, Zhan Dhelan 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:
Stepping Stone 10
Date: Jul 24, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 9 losses; Zhan Dhelan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Kaoru Nagashima!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Alec Ball and Gregory Folan.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Nagashima throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Dhelan's waist but Dhelan gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Nagashima off to one side.
Nagashima goes for a double leg but Dhelan avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Dhelan continues to drive forward.#TD2#
Nagashima closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Dhelan did well to prevent Nagashima getting side control. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dhelan (0) vs (2) Nagashima
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.
Dhelan wants to control but Nagashima is keeping busy.
We've been hearing good reports from Dhelan'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.
Dhelan moves into full guard.
#SUB#
Dhelan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Nagashima gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Dhelan trying to control the position.
#SUB2#
Nagashima drops back looking for a leg! Dhelan is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Dhelan manages to kick Nagashima off! Nagashima jumps back into Dhelan's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Nagashima drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Dhelan dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dhelan (2) vs (2) Nagashima#SUB2#
Nagashima is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T1##SUB2#
Nagashima looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Dhelan is defending well. Nagashima quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Dhelan has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Nagashima celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Kaoru Nagashima!
Post fight, Kaoru Nagashima stared into the camera and said 'Going into this fight I knew I could not let Donkey Dan down, his elusive Donkey Kick is the one tool missing from my arsenal, Donkey Dan! TEACH ME YOUR WAYS!'. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 7
Date: Jul 17, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 8 losses; Zhan Dhelan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Derwent Bolt!
The judges for this bout are Franklyn Lucas, Jonathan Paton and Alyssa Summers.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Bolt gets a clinch.
Dhelan prevents a takedown attempt there.
Bolt has Dhelan pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Dhelan manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #TD2#
Bolt has hold of one of Dhelan's legs. Dhelan is fighting the takedown attempt but Bolt gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dhelan (0) vs (2) Bolt
Dhelan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Dhelan is pulling down on Bolt's head. It's preventing any offense from Bolt, at least for the moment.
Dhelan looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bolt controls from within his opponent's guard.
Dhelan pulls Bolt in to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SUB#
Dhelan has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Bolt 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 Dhelan. Score +3 for passing guard: Dhelan (0) vs (5) Bolt
Dhelan is trying to control Bolt's posture but Bolt avoids it.
Dhelan tries to bench press Bolt off him but Bolt keeps the position.
We've been hearing good reports from Dhelan'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.
Dhelan is working hard here to advance position.
Bolt taking a breather here.
Dhelan can't do much from the bottom here. #T2#
Dhelan is looking for a sweep.
Dhelan can't do much from the bottom here.
Dhelan tries to buck Bolt off but Bolt is having none of it.
Bolt tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T3#
Dhelan sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Dhelan looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Dhelan looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Bolt is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T4##SUB2#
Bolt is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Dhelan trying to hold on to Bolt's head to control him but Bolt postures up.
Dhelan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Bolt is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Dhelan is trying to maintain the position but Bolt is very close to passing his half guard.#T5#
Dhelan trying to get back to full guard but Bolt takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Dhelan (0) vs (8) Bolt
Bolt prevents Dhelan from getting the reversal.
Bolt controlling from mount.
Dhelan is trying to escape the mount.
Bolt trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T6#
Dhelan wants to hold on but Bolt pushes him away.
Bolt controlling from the full mount.
Bolt trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Dhelan is looking to improve his position but Bolt isn't that keen on the idea.
Bolt controlling the position easily from mount.
Bolt moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Dhelan (0) vs (11) Bolt#T7#
Bolt is trying to stick to Dhelan's back but Dhelan is turning into Bolt. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Bolt's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Dhelan. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dhelan (2) vs (11) Bolt
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Bolt is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dhelan (2) vs (13) Bolt#SUB#
Bolt got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dhelan has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bolt has managed to get both his arms back between Dhelan's legs - danger averted.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dhelan is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dhelan (4) vs (13) Bolt
Bolt wants to sweep but no luck.
Dhelan passes Bolt's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Dhelan is looking to take a break and control but Bolt is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T8##SUB#
Dhelan is working for a kimura but Bolt is defending it quite comfortably.
Bolt 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.
Bolt gets full guard.
Bolt bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Dhelan's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dhelan (4) vs (15) Bolt
Bolt trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dhelan wants to sweep here but Bolt controlling him for the moment.
Dhelan is trying to control the position but Bolt postures up. #T9##SUB#
Dhelan working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Bolt doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Bolt manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Dhelan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bolt is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Dhelan working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Bolt doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Bolt manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Bolt pushing down on Dhelan's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T10#
Dhelan is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Bolt is thwarting Dhelan's attempts to control the position.
Bolt trying to mount his opponent but Dhelan defends it.
Dhelan trying to control here.
Dhelan works his way to full guard. Good work.
Bolt's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Bolt avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T11#
Dhelan trying to control the position.
Dhelan wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Dhelan throws his legs up looking for a submission but Bolt uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Dhelan (4) vs (18) Bolt
Dhelan can't do much from the bottom here.
Dhelan trying to remain calm as Bolt controls from the top position.#SUB2#
Bolt is working to tighten his grip on Dhelan's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Dhelan has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Bolt is really squeezing tight and eventually Dhelan passes out! Bolt breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Derwent Bolt!
Derwent Bolt 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:
Stepping Stone 6
Date: Jul 10, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Rubadub Dubberly! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 7 losses; Zhan Dhelan!
The judges for this bout are Columbo Gatti, Alyssa Summers and Bruno Lombardi.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Dhelan drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dubberly (0) vs (2) Dhelan
Dubberly will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Dubberly pulls Dhelan in close to his closed guard and prevents Dhelan from doing any damage or advancing position.
Dhelan sitting in guard here, content to control.
Dubberly has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Dhelan trying to control but Dubberly is working from the bottom.
Dubberly keeping full guard, as Dhelan tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan postures up.
Dhelan sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Dubberly's guard.
Dubberly trying to control but Dhelan postures up.
Dhelan trying to pass the guard but Dubberly defending well. #T1#
Dhelan seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Dubberly does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Dhelan seems to be working for a kimura but Dubberly defends the submission attempt.
Dubberly is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dubberly makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Dubberly.
Dubberly wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Dubberly keeping moving, preventing Dhelan from controlling successfully.
Dubberly trying to keep a closed guard but Dhelan is proving a slippery customer.
#T2#
Dhelan trying to control the position from guard on top but Dubberly is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dubberly controlling Dhelan's posture.
Dhelan trying to control but Dubberly is working from the bottom.
Dubberly controls Dhelan momentarily but Dhelan frees himself.
Dhelan wants to control from the top but Dubberly keeps moving.
Dubberly has his hands on Dhelan's head, controlling the position. #T3#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dubberly is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dubberly (2) vs (2) Dhelan
Dubberly slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Dubberly (5) vs (2) Dhelan
The referee asks Dubberly politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Dubberly prefers to stall for the moment though.
Dhelan tries to improve position but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dhelan can't do much from the bottom here.
Dhelan is looking to regain half guard here but Dubberly keeps moving and retains side control.
Dubberly tries to move into full mount but can't pass Dhelan's legs. #T4#
Dhelan tries to bench press Dubberly off him but Dubberly keeps the position.
Dhelan is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Dubberly trying to control the pace.
Dhelan wants to improve his position but Dubberly is controlling well.
Dubberly controlling the pace.
Dhelan wants to improve his position but Dubberly is controlling well.
Dubberly performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Dhelan tries to roll over but Dubberly keeps him under control.#T5#
Dubberly sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Dhelan won't allow Dubberly to pass to mount.
Well, if Dubberly 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.
Dhelan is trying to get back to full guard.
Dubberly passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Dubberly (8) vs (2) Dhelan
Dubberly content just to control the position here.
Dubberly mounts Dhelan! Really nice guard pass there! #T6#
Dhelan wants to control but Dubberly is having none of it.
Dubberly controlling from the full mount.
Dubberly looking to control but Dhelan is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Dubberly controlling the pace for now.
Dhelan stops Dubberly from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Dhelan is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Dubberly has taken his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Dubberly (11) vs (2) Dhelan
Dubberly just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T7#
Dubberly is trying to stick to Dhelan's back but Dhelan is turning into Dubberly. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Dubberly's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Dhelan. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dubberly (11) vs (4) Dhelan
Dubberly keeping moving, preventing Dhelan from controlling successfully.
Dhelan is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Dubberly controlling the position.
Dubberly looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dhelan is stalling in the full guard.
Dhelan stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dubberly swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Dubberly is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Dhelan defends well.#T8#
Dubberly has control of Dhelan's left arm, preventing Dhelan from doing any damage.
Dubberly is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Dhelan controls from within his opponent's guard.
Dhelan wants to pass the guard but Dubberly is keeping the position.
Dhelan stands and throws Dubberly's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Dubberly (11) vs (7) Dhelan#T9#
Dubberly wants to control but Dhelan postures up.
Dhelan passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Dubberly! Score +2 for reaching mount: Dubberly (11) vs (9) Dhelan
Dubberly is desperately trying to improve his position but Dhelan has a good base and remains in mount.#SUB2#
Dhelan swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Dubberly is now in Dhelan's guard. A big mistake from Dhelan there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dubberly (13) vs (9) Dhelan
Dubberly tries to free his leg and advance position but Dhelan is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Dhelan looking for a guillotine here but Dubberly defends easily.
Dubberly stopping the sweep attempt from Dhelan.
Dubberly sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Dhelan is trying to keep Dubberly in close.
#T10#
Dubberly content to stall in guard here.
Dhelan not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB2#
Dhelan is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Dubberly defends well.#SUB2#
Dhelan working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Dubberly doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Dubberly manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Dhelan had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dubberly defends it easily.
Dubberly controls from within his opponent's guard. #T11#
Dubberly trying to control the position from guard on top but Dhelan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Dubberly avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Dhelan is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dubberly is aware though and is defending well.
Dubberly wants to control from the top but Dhelan keeps moving.
Dubberly passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Dubberly (16) vs (9) Dhelan
The referee asks Dubberly politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Dubberly prefers to stall for the moment though.
Dhelan is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Dubberly is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Dhelan knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T12#
Dhelan is letting Dubberly control him for a moment.
Dhelan tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Dubberly wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Dubberly taking a breather here.
Dhelan is not content to let Dubberly control the position.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. #T13#
You can see the frustration on Dhelan's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Dhelan gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Dubberly (18) vs (9) Dhelan
Dubberly wants to take his opponent's back but Dhelan doesn't allow it.
Dubberly controlling from the full mount.
Dubberly seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Dhelan is holding on tight.
Dhelan is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T14#
Dubberly trying to control but Dhelan is having none of it.
Dhelan tries to hold on but Dubberly postures up.
Dubberly can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dhelan is looking to escape.
Dhelan is trying desperately to improve position.
Dubberly looking to control but Dhelan is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Dubberly controlling from the full mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Dubberly takes the fight on points by 18 to 9.
After winning the bout, Rubadub Dubberly 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:
Stepping Stone 4
Date: Jul 04, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Dreynos Elvul! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 6 losses; Zhan Dhelan!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, Colin Fotheringham and William Gold.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Dhelan shoots in for a double leg but Elvul sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#CL2#
Dhelan closes the distance and clinches.
Dhelan stops a takedown attempt from Elvul.
#TD2#
Dhelan manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Elvul stopping the sweep attempt from Dhelan.
Elvul trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Dhelan manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Elvul (0) vs (2) Dhelan
Dhelan content to stall in guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Dhelan preventing the sweep.
Elvul seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Elvul controlling Dhelan's posture.
Elvul will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Dhelan trying to control but Elvul is working from the bottom.
Dhelan wants to pass the guard but Elvul is keeping the position.
Dhelan trying to control the position from guard on top but Elvul is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Dhelan might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Elvul haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Dhelan is pushing down on Elvul's leg trying to pass to half guard. Elvul is fighting to maintain full guard but Dhelan has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Elvul is defending against the submission attempts here by Dhelan.
#SUB#
Elvul looking for submissions off his back.
Dhelan is taking a breather. Elvul 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##SUB2#
Dhelan is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Elvul tries to roll over but Dhelan keeps him under control.
Elvul is refusing to be controlled, as Dhelan sits in half guard.
Elvul works his way to full guard. Good work.
Elvul working a defensive guard here.
#T4#
Dhelan trying to control the position from guard on top but Elvul is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dhelan stopping the sweep attempt from Elvul.#SUB#
Elvul is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Dhelan wants to control from the top but Elvul keeps moving.
Dhelan trying to move into half guard but instead Elvul has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Elvul (2) vs (2) Dhelan#SUB2#
Dhelan has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Elvul can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Elvul drops back looking for a leg! Dhelan is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Dhelan manages to kick Elvul off! Elvul jumps back into Dhelan's guard.
Elvul has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T5#
Dhelan is trying to keep Elvul in close.
Elvul tries to free his leg and advance position but Dhelan is retaining full guard.
Dhelan looking for a sweep. Not yet Dhelan, not yet.
Elvul trying to control the position from guard on top but Dhelan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dhelan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T6#
Elvul 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.
Dhelan controlling Elvul's posture.
Elvul showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Dhelan managing to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dhelan is trying to control the position but Elvul postures up. #T7#
Elvul won't allow Dhelan to sweep him here.
Dhelan is trying to keep Elvul in close.
Dhelan looking for a sweep. Not yet Dhelan, not yet.
Elvul is fighting to break Dhelan's control of his arms but Dhelan is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Dhelan looking to control.
Elvul trying to control but Dhelan is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Dhelan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Elvul gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T8##SUB2#
Dhelan looking for a guillotine here but Elvul defends easily.
Dhelan can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Elvul controls the pace.
Dhelan keeping full guard, as Elvul tries to pass.
Dhelan looking to control but Elvul passes into half guard.
#T9##SUB2#
Dhelan looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Elvul is keen to just control but Dhelan is a slippery customer.
Elvul prevents Dhelan from improving his position.
Elvul tries to pass to full mount but Dhelan defends it. #SUB2#
Dhelan looking for subs from the bottom but Elvul mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Elvul (5) vs (2) Dhelan
Elvul prevents Dhelan from getting the reversal.#T10#
Elvul controlling the pace for now.
Dhelan is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Dhelan manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Dhelan gets back to full guard.
Dhelan is trying to keep Elvul in close.
Elvul is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Elvul preventing the sweep. #T11##SUB2#
Dhelan is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Elvul is aware though and is defending well.
Elvul trying to control but Dhelan is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Dhelan had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Elvul defends it easily.#SUB2#
Dhelan has his foot on Elvul's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Elvul works his way back into a safe position though.
Elvul looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Dhelan trying to keep a closed guard but Elvul is proving a slippery customer.
#T12#
Dhelan can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Elvul controls the pace.
Dhelan not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Elvul controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB2#
Elvul avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Dhelan throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T13##SUB2#
Dhelan working for a triangle but Elvul defends it easily.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dhelan is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Elvul (5) vs (4) Dhelan
Elvul is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T14#
Elvul is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Dhelan is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Elvul can't keep his opponent in guard - Dhelan advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB2#
Dhelan is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Elvul is just riding it out for now. Dhelan eventually gives up the hold.
Elvul trying to control but Dhelan postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Elvul takes the fight on points by 5 to 4.
Our winner, Dreynos Elvul, 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:
Stepping Stone 2
Date: Jun 26, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 6 losses; Zhan Dhelan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Jari Laitila!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Cecil Peabody and George Francis.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Dhelan has Laitila up against the ropes in a clinch.
#TD2#
Laitila has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Dhelan uses from the top position.
Dhelan passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Dhelan (3) vs (0) Laitila
Laitila is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Dhelan tries to move into full mount but can't pass Laitila's legs.
Laitila is not content to let Dhelan control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laitila is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Dhelan off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Dhelan (3) vs (4) Laitila#T1#
Laitila wants to control but Dhelan manages to buck him off and is now in Laitila's guard! Nice work there by Dhelan! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dhelan (5) vs (4) Laitila
Dhelan wants to pass the guard but Laitila is keeping the position.
Laitila keeping moving, preventing Dhelan from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Dhelan got a little sloppy there for a moment and Laitila has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Dhelan has managed to get both his arms back between Laitila's legs - danger averted.
Laitila trying to control the position.
Laitila is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Dhelan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Laitila is keeping the position for now.
Dhelan 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.#T2#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Laitila is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dhelan (5) vs (6) Laitila
Dhelan looking for a sweep. Not yet Dhelan, not yet.
Laitila must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Laitila stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dhelan swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Dhelan had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Laitila defends it easily.
Laitila works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Laitila wants to advance to full mount but Dhelan doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Laitila stands and throws Dhelan's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Dhelan (5) vs (9) Laitila
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T3#
Laitila is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Dhelan gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Laitila is looking to advance position but Dhelan won't allow it. #SUB#
Dhelan looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The fighters are battling for position here. Dhelan manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Dhelan looking for a guillotine here but Laitila defends easily.
#T4#
Laitila trying to control but Dhelan is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Laitila is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Dhelan is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Dhelan has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dhelan (7) vs (9) Laitila
Dhelan wants to control from the top but Laitila keeps moving.
Dhelan is really struggling to control Laitila but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T5#
Laitila looking to control.
Laitila keeping moving, preventing Dhelan from controlling successfully.
Laitila looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Laitila is trying to hold Dhelan in close to prevent damage but Dhelan has managed to pass into half guard.
#SUB#
Dhelan is looking for a kimura but Laitila is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Dhelan to get the leverage. #T6#
Dhelan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Laitila keeps working.
Dhelan is looking to stall here but Laitila recovers full guard.
Laitila looking to control.
Dhelan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Dhelan controlling from the top position.
Dhelan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Laitila is keeping the position for now.
Dhelan passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Dhelan (10) vs (9) Laitila#T7##SUB#
Dhelan tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Dhelan has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Laitila looking for a sweep but Dhelan has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Dhelan (12) vs (9) Laitila
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.
Laitila is squirming around, avoiding Dhelan's attempts to control the action.
Dhelan controlling the pace for now. #SUB#
Dhelan moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Laitila has worked his arm free - good work by Laitila!
#T8#
Dhelan in side control, just content to control the action for now. #SUB#
Dhelan working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Dhelan goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Laitila rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Dhelan's guard! Nice work there by Laitila! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dhelan (12) vs (11) Laitila#T9#
Dhelan trying to control the position.
Dhelan looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Laitila wants to pass the guard but Dhelan is keeping the position.#SUB#
Dhelan is looking for a triangle but Laitila pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Dhelan is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Laitila 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.
Laitila trying to control the position from guard on top but Dhelan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T10#
Laitila controls from within his opponent's guard.
Dhelan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Laitila controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Laitila looking to sit in guard and control but Dhelan gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dhelan (14) vs (11) Laitila
Laitila keeping moving, preventing Dhelan from controlling successfully. #T11#
Dhelan is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Laitila is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB2#
Laitila is looking for a triangle but Dhelan pushes his legs off easily.
Laitila keeping moving, preventing Dhelan from controlling successfully.
Dhelan stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Laitila swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T12#
Dhelan controls from within his opponent's guard.
Laitila tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Dhelan trying to control but Laitila is working from the bottom.
Laitila working a defensive guard but Dhelan manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Dhelan (17) vs (11) Laitila
Laitila sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T13#
Laitila wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Dhelan 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.
Dhelan stalling away here and it's allowed Laitila to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Laitila looking for a sweep. Not yet Laitila, not yet.
Laitila keeping moving, preventing Dhelan from controlling successfully. #T14#
Laitila wants to sweep but no luck.
Dhelan trying to control but Laitila is working from the bottom.
Dhelan's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Dhelan trying to control but Laitila is working from the bottom.
Dhelan looking to pass the guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dhelan trying to control but Laitila is working from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Dhelan takes the fight on points by 17 to 11.
A relieved looking Zhan Dhelan 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:
CFC 493: Tiotio v Outlaw 2
Date: Jun 19, 2022 |
#R1##TD2#
Dhelan drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Dhelan stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sagaki swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sagaki looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sagaki 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#
Sagaki missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Dhelan wants to improve his position but Sagaki is controlling well.
Sagaki 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.
Dhelan slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Sagaki throws a big elbow that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sagaki working some strikes from top position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dhelan is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Sagaki is trying to control the position but Dhelan postures up. #T1#
Sagaki wants to sweep but no luck.
Sagaki is working hard here to advance position.
Dhelan trying to control the position from guard on top but Sagaki is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sagaki manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Dhelan manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Sagaki working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Dhelan is looking to cinch up a triangle. Sagaki throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Dhelan's body to avoid the submission. Dhelan has instead reached around Sagaki's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Dhelan arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Zhan Dhelan!
A very excited looking Zhan Dhelan 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:
CFC 487: Tiotio v Neves
Date: May 29, 2022 |
#R1#
Nice sprawl there from Happy as Dhelan shoots in.#TD2#
Happy throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Dhelan tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Happy is in Dhelan's guard.
Happy cracks Dhelan with a solid left hand.
Happy controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
It looks like Happy might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Dhelan is trying to control the position but Happy postures up.
Dhelan is really struggling to control Happy but he's trying to hold on to the position.#SUB#
Dhelan looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Happy passes into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Happy working the body and head with strikes.
Happy throwing shots but missing, from side control. #T1#
Dhelan is looking to reverse the position.
You can see the frustration on Dhelan's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Dhelan tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Happy wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Dhelan manages to work his way to half guard, despite Happy's best efforts.
Happy drops an elbow to the side of Dhelan's head. #SUB#
Dhelan actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Dhelan looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Happy wants to control but Dhelan is keeping him busy.
Happy 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.
Dhelan is refusing to be controlled, as Happy sits in half guard.
Dhelan is trying to maintain the position but Happy is very close to passing his half guard.#T2##SUB2#
Happy is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Dhelan sees it coming and defends easily.
Happy lands strikes from half guard.
Happy looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Happy winds up and cracks Dhelan with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Dhelan tries to roll over but Happy keeps him under control.
Ground and pound from Happy.
Dhelan trying to hold on to Happy's head to control him but Happy postures up.
Happy missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB2#
Happy seems to be looking for submissions.
Happy controlling the action here.#T3#
Let's hope that Happy 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.
Dhelan desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Dhelan is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Happy's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Happy's back!
Dhelan tries to get the hooks in deep but Happy pushed the leg off.
You can see the frustration on Happy's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Happy just trying to survive but Dhelan is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #SUB#
Dhelan looking to break Happy's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Happy remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Dhelan will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Happy is trying to break free.
#T4##SUB#
Dhelan looking to break Happy's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Happy remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Dhelan will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Happy rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Happy is looking to improve his position.
Dhelan tries to pass the half guard into mount. Happy knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
Happy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dhelan pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Happy looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Dhelan is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Happy defends it well. #SUB2#
Happy looking for submissions off his back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Anti Happy dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2##TD#
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #SUB2#
Happy looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Dhelan passes into side control.
Dhelan working away.
Dhelan moves into full mount!
Happy working to try and regain half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Dhelan wants to finish this one by submission but Happy is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Dhelan.
Happy is looking to get to half guard.#T1#
Happy is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Dhelan works his way to his opponent's back.
#SUB#
Happy fending off the submission attempt from Dhelan.
Dhelan is hanging on to Happy's back as he tries to escape.
Anti Happy has got the better of the ground game so far.
Dhelan not allowing Happy to control his hands. #SUB#
Happy defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Dhelan's arms. #T2#
Dhelan controlling well, preventing Happy from escaping the position.
#SUB#
Happy defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Dhelan's arms.
Happy manages to reverse the position and now he's in Dhelan's guard. Nice work there by Happy.
#SUB#
Dhelan has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Happy can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Dhelan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Happy avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Happy is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T3#
Dhelan keeping full guard, as Happy tries to pass.
Happy with a nice head shot there.
Dhelan keeping moving, preventing Happy from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Dhelan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Happy gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Happy must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Dhelan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Happy gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Happy is working Dhelan over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T4##SUB#
Dhelan had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Happy defends it easily.
Happy wants to control from the top but Dhelan keeps moving.
Happy's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Dhelan working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Happy doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Happy manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Happy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dhelan is keeping the position for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Happy controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Zhan Dhelan dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Dhelan scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Happy pushes Dhelan off and gets back to his feet.
Dhelan throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Happy's waist but Happy gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Dhelan off to one side. #TD2#
Happy drives through with a takedown into Dhelan's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Happy scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB#
Dhelan is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Happy keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Dhelan's head.
Dhelan working a defensive guard here.
Happy is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Happy working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Dhelan's head.#T1#
Happy wants to control from the top but Dhelan keeps moving.
Dhelan can't keep his opponent in guard - Happy advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Dhelan is not content to let Happy control the position.
Happy missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Dhelan gets back to full guard.
Dhelan looking to control.
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Dhelan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dhelan pulls Happy in close to his closed guard and prevents Happy from doing any damage or advancing position.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Dhelan utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Happy is in close to Dhelan's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Happy's corner is telling him to maintain position.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Happy working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Dhelan is pulling down on Happy's head to control his posture.
Happy postures up and lands a big shot to Dhelan's brow.
Happy trying to control but Dhelan is working from the bottom.
Dhelan is adopting a defensive guard.
Dhelan keeping moving, preventing Happy from controlling successfully.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#T3#
Happy postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Happy's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB2#
Happy 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.
Dhelan managing to control the position.
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Dhelan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Happy decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Happy looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Dhelan trying to control from the bottom.
Dhelan works his way to full guard. Good work.
Happy lands a couple of digs.#SUB#
Dhelan is looking for a triangle but Happy pushes his legs off easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB#
Dhelan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Happy gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Happy forces his way into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Anti Happy comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Happy 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 Ben Watson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Anti Happy!
Our winner, Anti Happy, 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:
CFC 482: Line v Feet
Date: May 11, 2022 |
#R1#
Nice takedown defense from Jafar. No joy for Dhelan on that attempt.
Jafar tests Dhelan's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Jafar ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dhelan moves away.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Dhelan.
Dhelan 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.
Jafar misses with a straight right.
A slow jab from Dhelan misses its intended target.
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown but Jafar shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jafar throws a shot to the body.
Dhelan avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Jafar lands a jab to Dhelan's midsection.
Jafar misses with a hook. Dhelan ducked under it nicely.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Jafar 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.
Dhelan fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jafar is looking to clinch but Dhelan is avoiding it.
Jafar uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dhelan.
A big left from Dhelan misses.
Jafar scores with a body shot.
#T1##TD2#
Jafar decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SU2#
Jafar gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
Dhelan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jafar looks to score with a jab to the body but Dhelan is just out of range.
Dhelan fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jafar. Dhelan does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jafar connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Dhelan is trying hard to land a takedown here. Jafar sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Dhelan tries for a takedown but Jafar circles away easily#CL2#
and Jafar counters by clinching up.
Dhelan wants a takedown but no success here.
A head punch on the inside from Jafar fails to land.
A body shot lands from Jafar.
Dhelan can't get the takedown.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Jafar.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dhelan drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Jafar gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Dhelan.
#T2#
Dhelan lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Dhelan has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Jafar after a bit of a struggle.
Jafar fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dhelan blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dhelan blocking some punches.
Jafar swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jafar lands a body punch.
Jafar fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jafar misses with a punch to the body.
Dhelan goes for a takedown in the clinch but Jafar prevents it.
Jafar misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jafar being controlled against the cage.
Dhelan is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Jafar is defending well.
Dhelan lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Dhelan is looking for a takedown.#T3#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dhelan.
Dhelan is looking for a takedown.
Jafar pushes Dhelan back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Jafar tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Jafar lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Dhelan backwards.
Jafar misses with a punch to the body.
Dhelan blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dhelan lands with a light punch inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jafar.
Jafar fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dhelan lands a right hand that snaps the head of Jafar backwards.
Jafar swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dhelan goes for a takedown in the clinch but Jafar prevents it.
Jafar has a couple of punches blocked by Dhelan.
Dhelan content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Dhelan blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jafar struggles to land a body shot inside as Dhelan controls his hands.
Dhelan looking for a takedown.
Dhelan is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Jafar pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Jafar tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T4#
Dhelan lands a hook to the side of the head.
Dhelan taking a breather.
Dhelan is looking for a takedown.
Jafar tries a body shot but Dhelan blocks it.
A shot in the inside from Jafar.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jafar lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Dhelan backwards.
A short left from Jafar.
Jafar misses with a punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Jafar.
Dhelan goes for a takedown in the clinch but Jafar prevents it.
Jafar throws a head punch that misses.
A right hand to the body from Jafar.
Jafar lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Jafar misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jafar has a couple of punches blocked by Dhelan.
Jafar lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Dhelan.
A right hand to the body from Jafar.
#TD#
Dhelan has Jafar pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Dhelan pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Jafar tumbling to the mat - Dhelan dives into Jafar's guard.
Jafar keeping moving, preventing Dhelan from controlling successfully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nuri Jafar dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
A slow jab from Jafar misses its intended target.
Dhelan tries to counter with a takedown but Jafar is quick to defend against it.#TD2#
Jafar looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#SUB#
Dhelan looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Dhelan is trying to keep Jafar in close.
#SUB#
Dhelan working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Jafar doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Jafar manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Dhelan working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Jafar doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Jafar manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Jafar wants to get up but he can't break Dhelan's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #T1##SUB#
Dhelan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Jafar gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Jafar trying to control the position from guard on top but Dhelan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Dhelan throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Jafar is looking to stand up but Dhelan won't let him.
Jafar is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jafar controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Jafar leaves Dhelan with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Dhelan closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Dhelan uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jafar.
Jafar throws a shot to the body.
Jafar leaves Dhelan with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Dhelan jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dhelan jabs Jafar right on the nose. Jafar blinks but takes it well.
Jafar tries to close the distance and clinch but Dhelan swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Dhelan appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#TD2#
Jafar closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Dhelan quickly recovers to half guard.#SUB2#
Jafar is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Dhelan has managed to free his arm - good work.
Dhelan is not content to let Jafar control the position.#SU2#
Jafar decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up. #T3#
Dhelan throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Jafar on the side of the head.
A big left from Jafar misses.
A jab from Jafar misses.
Dhelan throws a jab but it's blocked by Jafar.
Jafar appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Dhelan takes one on the button.
Jafar's jab looks to have found its range, popping Dhelan under the eye.
Jafar bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A jab from Jafar misses.
Dhelan looks to score with a jab to the body but Jafar is just out of range.
Jafar swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Dhelan.
Jafar is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Jafar misses the shot to the body.
Jafar stuffs the takedown attempt from Dhelan. Dhelan gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Jafar. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A lull in the action here.
Jafar is looking to take a break and control but Dhelan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU2#
Jafar stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Nuri Jafar seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dhelan jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jafar throws a lazy right hand but Dhelan sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dhelan fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Jafar is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Dhelan with a body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nuri Jafar showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Dhelan's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Jafar throws a jab when Dhelan was well out of range.
Dhelan blocks a jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Jafar misses the target.
Jafar takes a swing at Dhelan's ribcage but misses.
Dhelan throws a jab but it's blocked by Jafar.
Jafar with the counter takedown but Dhelan avoids it easily.#TD#
Jafar tries to sprawl but Dhelan drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Still in half guard, Dhelan seems content to control.#ES2#
Jafar has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Dhelan is on him like a limpet, forcing Jafar back against the cage.
Jafar misses with the head strike.
Dhelan blocks a body shot from Jafar.
Dhelan blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A hook to the body from Jafar.
Dhelan blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jafar swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jafar working aggressively here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dhelan has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Jafar is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Jafar lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dhelan backwards.
Dhelan changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Jafar fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#T1#
Dhelan works the jab nicely.
Dhelan on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Zhan Dhelan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Dhelan gets a double leg takedown into Jafar's guard.
Dhelan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Dhelan's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Dhelan wants to control from the top but Jafar keeps moving.
Dhelan won't allow Jafar to sweep him here. #T2#
Dhelan not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Jafar keeping full guard, as Dhelan tries to pass.
Nuri Jafar has got the better of the ground game so far.
Jafar manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Dhelan manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Dhelan can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Jafar controls the pace.
Jafar wanted to stand there but Dhelan had control of the position.
Dhelan keeping moving, preventing Jafar from controlling successfully.
Jafar has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Dhelan is proving hard to escape from. #T3#
Dhelan is trying to control the position but Jafar postures up.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Jafar forces his way into half guard.
Jafar has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Dhelan tries to get to full guard but Jafar has control of the leg.
Jafar trying to control the action but Dhelan is working from the bottom.
Zhan Dhelan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dhelan tries to get to full guard but Jafar has control of the leg.
Jafar is looking to stand up but he'll have to free his leg first. Instead, Dhelan manages to get to full guard.
Nuri Jafar is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB#
Dhelan is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Jafar defends well.
Jafar looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Dhelan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Jafar gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Dhelan looking for a guillotine here but Jafar defends easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SU2#
Jafar decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Dhelan, up you get!
And that's the end of the fight!
Nuri Jafar comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Jafar 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 Winston Howard scores the fight 27:30
Judge Topper Green scores the fight 27:30
Judge Donatello Bradman scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nuri Jafar!
Nuri Jafar made sure to mention his sponsor, Savage Fightwear in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
CFC 477: Beach v Mataitai
Date: Apr 23, 2022 |
#R1#
Bataglia comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bataglia. Dhelan does a little dance to reset his feet.#TD#
Dhelan decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Bataglia tries to roll over but Dhelan keeps him under control.
Bataglia is looking to escape.
Dhelan keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB#
Dhelan is looking for a kimura here.
Dhelan is looking to advance position but Bataglia won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan is keen to just control but Bataglia is a slippery customer.#T1#
Bataglia is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Bataglia is staying active underneath Dhelan, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Bataglia won't allow Dhelan to pass to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bataglia trying to hold on to Dhelan's head to control him but Dhelan postures up.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Lorenzo Bataglia is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dhelan shoots in for a double leg but Bataglia sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Dhelan takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Dhelan doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Dhelan takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT2#It looks like Zhan Dhelan has been cut.#T2#
Dhelan tries to score a power double leg takedown but Bataglia sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dhelan somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nice takedown defense from Bataglia. No joy for Dhelan on that attempt.
Dhelan connects with the punch.
Bataglia has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Dhelan fails with the takedown
and Bataglia counters with a three punch combo that has Dhelan backing up. Dhelan nods at Bataglia to acknowledge the strikes.
Dhelan misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Dhelan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nice body punch from Bataglia.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bataglia scores with a jab to the body.
Bataglia lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Dhelan closes this distance looking for a takedown but Bataglia circles away.
Dhelan closes this distance looking for a takedown but Bataglia circles away.#TD#
Dhelan feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#T3#
Dhelan sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Dhelan looking to pass the guard.
Bataglia wants to get back to his feet but Dhelan is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Dhelan passes Bataglia's left leg - he's now in 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.#SUB#
Dhelan is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Dhelan looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Dhelan is trying to control. Bataglia wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Dhelan with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Dhelan trying to control from half guard but Bataglia is working away.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Lorenzo Bataglia dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Zhan Dhelan's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Dhelan fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Dhelan throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bataglia sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bataglia looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Dhelan fails to land the takedown.
Bataglia has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD#
Dhelan darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Dhelan perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Dhelan wants to control but Bataglia is keeping him busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan trying to advance position but Bataglia counters by regaining guard.
Dhelan trying to control but Bataglia is working from the bottom.
Dhelan sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Bataglia's guard. #T1##SUB#
Dhelan trying to work for an americana but Bataglia has managed to regain full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bataglia keeping moving, preventing Dhelan from controlling successfully.
Dhelan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bataglia is keeping the position for now.
Dhelan is working hard here to advance 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.
Bataglia trying to keep a closed guard but Dhelan is proving a slippery customer.
Dhelan is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Dhelan passes Bataglia's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Dhelan stalling. #SUB#
Dhelan is trying to work for a kimura but Bataglia is defending well.
#T3#
Dhelan stops Bataglia from getting back to his feet.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Dhelan shoots for a takedown but Bataglia saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dhelan ducks right into an uppercut from Bataglia.
Dhelan takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Dhelan steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bataglia.
Bataglia slaps away a takedown attempt from Dhelan, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Bataglia counters with a body kick.
Dhelan will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Lorenzo Bataglia is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dhelan bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bataglia throws a looping overhand right but Dhelan ducks down to avoid it.
Bataglia defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Dhelan.
Dhelan shoots in looking for a takedown but Bataglia manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dhelan's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bataglia as he avoids it easily. #T4#
Dhelan shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Dhelan takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Bataglia sprawls well. Bataglia wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Dhelan gets slowly back to his feet.
Bataglia jabs Dhelan right on the nose. Dhelan blinks but takes it well.
Lorenzo Bataglia seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Good standup being displayed there by Bataglia as he connects with a hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dhelan uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bataglia.
Dhelan shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Bataglia defends it nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bataglia tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Dhelan fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Bataglia is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Bataglia with a body punch. A glancing blow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Lorenzo Bataglia showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Zhan Dhelan's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Dhelan looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Dhelan is just content to waste time from the top position. Bataglia takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Bataglia keeping moving, preventing Dhelan from controlling successfully.
Dhelan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Bataglia looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Dhelan puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Dhelan is taking a breather. Bataglia 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Dhelan is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Dhelan trying to control from half guard but Bataglia is working away. #T1#
Bataglia tries to kick Dhelan off but Dhelan keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB#
Dhelan is looking for a kimura but Bataglia is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Dhelan to get the leverage.
Dhelan is looking to advance position but Bataglia won't allow it.
Dhelan working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Bataglia's thigh. Bataglia counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Dhelan wants to pass the guard but Bataglia is keeping the position.
Bataglia is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Dhelan is controlling him. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Dhelan sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Bataglia's guard.
Bataglia looks like he's trying to stand up.
Bataglia is refusing to be controlled, as Dhelan sits in half guard.
Bataglia preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Dhelan tries for a takedown but Bataglia sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Bataglia throws a body punch but Dhelan moves out of range. #T3#
Dhelan tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bataglia defends well and Dhelan ends up having to push Bataglia into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Bataglia has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Bataglia is defending well against a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dhelan looking for a takedown.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bataglia displaying some good clinch control by pressing Dhelan up against the cage.
Bataglia pushes Dhelan back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Bataglia is trying to stall.
Dhelan is looking to take this one to the mat.
Zhan Dhelan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bataglia.
Dhelan has Bataglia pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Bataglia manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Bataglia makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Bataglia looking to stall.
#BC2#
Bataglia manages to break the clinch.
Bataglia scores with a nice body kick.
Bataglia explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Bataglia lands with an uppercut that bounces Dhelan off the cage and back into range.#T4#
Bataglia leaves Dhelan with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Dhelan gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Dhelan on the wrong end of a nice jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bataglia scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Bataglia lands with a straight right. Dhelan didn't see that one coming.
Lorenzo Bataglia is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Dhelan with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bataglia counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bataglia throws a head kick but Dhelan moves out of range.
Bataglia cracks Dhelan with a right hand to the side of the head.
Dhelan looks to land a right hand but Bataglia moved out of range.#TD#
Dhelan drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Dhelan is trying to move to mount but Bataglia reverses beautifully and ends up in Dhelan's guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Lorenzo Bataglia comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Bataglia 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 Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lorenzo Bataglia!
After winning the bout, Lorenzo Bataglia 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:
CFC 471: Phillips vs Xe
Date: Mar 30, 2022 |
#R1#
Dhelan misses with a body shot.
#CL2#
Tomori fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Dhelan, pushing him back against the cage.
The referee is keeping an eye on Tomori - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Tomori is struggling to control the position.
Tomori'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.
Tomori continues to stall. The referee tells him to work or he's going to break them up.
Good body shot from Tomori.
Dhelan lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tomori backwards.
Dhelan is struggling to control the position.
Tomori trying to land knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomori lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Dhelan holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Dhelan swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dhelan lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tomori backwards.
Dhelan blocks an elbow strike.
Dhelan has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Tomori after a bit of a struggle. #T1#
Dhelan lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tomori backwards. #BC2#
Tomori breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#TD#
Dhelan shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Dhelan showed some decent athleticism there.
Dhelan stops Tomori from getting back to his feet.
Dhelan is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Tomori looks out of his depth in this position - he's holding on tight.
Tomori is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
#SUB#
Dhelan has control of Tomori's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Tomori regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Tomori has given up his back.
#T2##SUB#
Dhelan looking for the RNC.
Tomori is trying to stand back up. #SUB#
Tomori showing good submission defense here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Dhelan is looking for the choke from the back position but Tomori is controlling his hands well.
Tomori is trying to get back to his feet but Dhelan has full control of the position and if anything, Tomori has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Dhelan is not going to allow Tomori to sit and survive in this position. #T3#
Tomori is trying to stand back up. #ES2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Tomori manages to get to his feet, escaping the difficult position.
Tomori looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Tomori throws a series of punches but Dhelan avoids them all with ease.
Dhelan cracks Tomori with a right hand to the side of the head.
Tomori moves in looking to clinch but Dhelan pushes him off.
Tomori tries to clinch up but Dhelan circles away and keeps his distance.#CL2#
Tomori clinches.
Dhelan avoids the elbow strike from Tomori, against the cage.
#BC2#
Tomori escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A combination from Tomori does no damage.
Tomori is looking to clinch but Dhelan is avoiding it.
Dhelan finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
#T4#
Dhelan tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Tomori defends well and Dhelan ends up having to push Tomori into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tomori working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tomori lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Dhelan prevents a body shot from Tomori. #BC2#
Tomori breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Dhelan loads up on a big right hand but Tomori slips the punch.
Dhelan shoots in looking for a takedown but Tomori manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dhelan's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tomori drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Dhelan fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Dhelan closes this distance looking for a takedown but Tomori circles away.
Dhelan fails to land the takedown.#CL2#
Tomori has taken the fight to the clinch.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Dhelan.
Tomori misses with a punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Zhan Dhelan will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##CL2#
Tomori moves into the clinch.
Dhelan misses with a short punch on the inside.
Dhelan lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Dhelan blocks an uppercut.
Dhelan misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dhelan blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Dhelan tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dhelan doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tomori scores with a shoulder strike.
Dhelan leaning his opponent against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tomori.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan misses with a punch on the inside.
Dhelan wants to stall.
Dhelan is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dhelan. #T1#
Dhelan pushes Tomori back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Tomori is struggling to control the position.
Dhelan blocks the elbow strike.
Good body shot from Tomori.
Tomori tries to throw a body punch but Dhelan avoids it by throwing Tomori back against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomori.
A head punch on the inside from Dhelan fails to land. #TD#
Dhelan has Tomori pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Dhelan pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Tomori tumbling to the mat - Dhelan dives into Tomori's guard.
Zhan Dhelan overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Tomori controls Dhelan momentarily but Dhelan frees himself. #SUB2#
Tomori looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Dhelan thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T2#
Tomori wants to sweep here but Dhelan controlling him for the moment.
Dhelan wants to control from the top but Tomori keeps moving.
Tomori wants to stand and escape but Dhelan is having none of it.
Dhelan trying to control the position from guard on top but Tomori 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.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Tomori uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dhelan.
Tomori fails with an attempt to clinch.
Dhelan keeps the fight on the outside.#TD#
Dhelan looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Tomori!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tomori tries to improve position but can't. #T3#
Tomori pushes Dhelan away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Dhelan gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Tomori is looking to reverse the position.
Tomori trying to remain calm as Dhelan controls from the top position.
Dhelan works to advance to full mount. Tomori defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Dhelan wants to control the pace but Tomori is squirming around nicely.
Dhelan moves to the back position.
Tomori is in bad spot here.
#T4#
Tomori trying to control the action but Dhelan just sinks the hooks in.
Tomori is trying to stand back up. #SUB#
Dhelan working for the choke.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Dhelan tightening his grip on Tomori, looking for the choke.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tomori is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Zhan Dhelan dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Dhelan shoots in looking for a takedown. Tomori tries to sprawl out of it but Dhelan keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Tomori manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Tomori as he jumps to the side. #TD#
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Tomori napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Dhelan working away.
Dhelan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tomori keeps working. #SUB#
Dhelan looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan wants to control but Tomori is keeping him busy.
Tomori tries to improve position but can't. #T1#
Dhelan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tomori keeps working.
Tomori wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#SUB#
Dhelan is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Tomori is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Tomori really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Dhelan. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Tomori is pushing Dhelan's head away, looking to escape. Dhelan manages to hold on to the position though.
Dhelan trying to control the position but Tomori is working away. #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.
Tomori is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Dhelan wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Tomori, who protects the arm well.
Tomori is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Tomori is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Dhelan has just dragged him back down to the mat.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#CL2#
Tomori has closed the distance and engaged Dhelan in a clinch.
Tomori has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Dhelan seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Tomori can turn it around.
Tomori takes a shot to the head.
Tomori lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tomori lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T3#
Dhelan goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tomori lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dhelan backwards.
Dhelan working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tomori.
Tomori effectively controlling the action here.
Tomori lands a shoulder strike.
Dhelan prevents a body shot from Tomori.
Tomori is trying to maintain a safe position but Dhelan gets an underhook and turns Tomori into the cage.
Dhelan avoiding damage.
Dhelan fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tomori misses with a knee to the head.
Hiroki Tomori seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Tomori blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dhelan has a couple of punches blocked by Tomori.
Dhelan trying to control the position but instead, Tomori has worked for underhooks and has pushed Dhelan into the cage.
Dhelan dodges an elbow strike from Tomori.
#T4#
Dhelan has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Tomori after a bit of a struggle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dhelan goes for a takedown in the clinch but Tomori prevents it.
Dhelan tries to work over Tomori's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tomori blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dhelan has Tomori pushed against the cage.
Dhelan is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Tomori gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Zhan Dhelan is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Tomori throws a punch but it's blocked by Dhelan.
Tomori throws a knee to the head but misses.
Tomori avoiding damage.
Tomori'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.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tomori has a couple of punches blocked by Dhelan.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hiroki Tomori comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Dhelan 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 Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 29:28
Judge Winston Howard scores the fight 29:28
Judge Steve Erwin scores the fight 29:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Zhan Dhelan!
Zhan Dhelan 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 11, 2022 |
#R1#
Dhelan shoots in but no luck this time.
Dhelan scores with a jab to the head.
Dhelan stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Angelopoulos.
Angelopoulos throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #TD2#
Dhelan looking to score a takedown here. Angelopoulos is defending well but Dhelan drives through and ends up in Angelopoulos's guard.#SUB#
Angelopoulos is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dhelan is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Angelopoulos throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Dhelan sitting in guard here, content to control.
Dhelan wants to pass the guard but Angelopoulos is keeping the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Angelopoulos controls Dhelan momentarily but Dhelan frees himself.
We've been hearing good reports from Angelopoulos'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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan is pushing down on Angelopoulos's leg trying to pass to half guard. Angelopoulos is fighting to maintain full guard but Dhelan has managed to sneak the leg through.
Dhelan trying to control from half guard but Angelopoulos is working away.
Angelopoulos is looking for a sweep. Dhelan is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Dhelan 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.
#T1#
Angelopoulos has a hand on Dhelan's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Dhelan takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Dhelan fails to take his opponent's back.
Dhelan tries to control but Angelopoulos wriggling away.
Angelopoulos wants to control but Dhelan is having none of it.
Dhelan wants to control the pace but Angelopoulos is squirming around nicely.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Angelopoulos bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!#T2##SU#
Angelopoulos gets to his feet - Dhelan follows without any prompting.
Angelopoulos misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Dhelan misses with a takedown attempt - Angelopoulos sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Angelopoulos takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Dhelan takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Dhelan shoots in looking for a takedown. Angelopoulos tries to sprawl out of it but Dhelan keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Angelopoulos manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Apostolos Angelopoulos has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zhan Dhelan.
Dhelan throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Dhelan takes a jab right on the kisser.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dhelan fails with a takedown attempt.
A head kick misses from Angelopoulos.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
A head kick misses from Angelopoulos. #T3#
Angelopoulos pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Angelopoulos misses with the combination.
Dhelan with the counter takedown but Angelopoulos avoids it easily.
Dhelan dives in for a single leg takedown but Angelopoulos sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Angelopoulos throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Dhelan jabbing away but nothing is landing. #TD2#
Dhelan closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Angelopoulos's guard.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Dhelan wants to control from the top but Angelopoulos keeps moving. #SUB#
Angelopoulos had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dhelan defends it easily.#SUB#
Angelopoulos had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dhelan defends it easily.
Angelopoulos being controlled here, momentarily. #T4#
Angelopoulos not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB#
Angelopoulos is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Dhelan defends well.
Dhelan is pushing down on Angelopoulos's leg trying to pass to half guard. Angelopoulos is fighting to maintain full guard but Dhelan has managed to sneak the leg through.
Angelopoulos wants to control but Dhelan is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Dhelan is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Dhelan wants to pass the guard but Angelopoulos is defending well. #SUB2#
Dhelan is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Angelopoulos looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Apostolos Angelopoulos will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Dhelan goes for a double leg but Angelopoulos avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Angelopoulos continues to drive forward.
Dhelan misses with a straight left.
It looked like Angelopoulos was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Angelopoulos swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Angelopoulos misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Dhelan misses with an uppercut.
Dhelan shoots in for a double leg but Angelopoulos sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Angelopoulos looks to land a body kick but Dhelan moved away.
Angelopoulos scores with a nice body kick.
Dhelan will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Angelopoulos is looking to counter the offense by Dhelan and move into the clinch.
Apostolos Angelopoulos has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zhan Dhelan.
Dhelan is trying hard to land a takedown here. Angelopoulos sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Angelopoulos lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Angelopoulos.
Angelopoulos displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Dhelan.
Angelopoulos slips a straight right by Dhelan.
Angelopoulos misses with a series of wild punches.
Angelopoulos lands with a kick to the temple. Dhelan shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
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!
Angelopoulos scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
#T1#
Angelopoulos throws a nice looking combination but Dhelan bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Apostolos Angelopoulos is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD2#
Dhelan shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Dhelan showed some decent athleticism there.
Dhelan passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Angelopoulos!
Angelopoulos is wriggling around trying to escape.
Dhelan seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Angelopoulos is holding on tight.
Angelopoulos tries to hold on but Dhelan pushes him away.
Angelopoulos looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!#SUB2#
Dhelan is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Angelopoulos is defending well though. Dhelan let's go of the attempt for now.#SUB2#
Angelopoulos showing good submission defense here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Angelopoulos tries to roll but Dhelan sticks to his back.
#T2##SUB2#
Dhelan working for a choke but Angelopoulos is defending well.
Dhelan is not going to allow Angelopoulos to sit and survive in this position. #SUB2#
Dhelan is working the back position looking for the choke. Oh, he's slid into an armbar! Beautiful transition and Angelopoulos taps out! Fantastic Jiu Jitsu from Dhelan.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:46 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Zhan Dhelan!
After winning the bout, Zhan Dhelan 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:
CWC 291 - London
Date: Jan 17, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 5 losses; Joe Tidd! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 6 losses; Zhan Dhelan!
The judges for this bout are Paul Tew, Chris Edwards and Daniel Bishop.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Tidd. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Tidd (4) vs (0) Dhelan
Dhelan is trying to escape the position but Tidd is controlling the position.
Dhelan tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dhelan can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Tidd is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Dhelan is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Tidd trying to control the position but Dhelan is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan is looking to reverse the position.
Dhelan sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Dhelan told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Dhelan is looking to improve his position.
#T1#
Tidd is pressing down on Dhelan's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dhelan is holding on for now. #SUB#
Tidd is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Dhelan is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Dhelan looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Tidd tries to pass to full mount but Dhelan defends it.
Tidd is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The fighters are battling for position here. Dhelan manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T2#
Tidd is stalling in the full guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Tidd has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Tidd tries to free his leg and advance position but Dhelan is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Dhelan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tidd gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Tidd advances to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dhelan trying to control but Tidd postures up.
We've been hearing good reports from Tidd's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tidd tries to pass the half guard into mount. Dhelan knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T3#
Tidd looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Dhelan is looking to improve his position.
Dhelan wants to control but Tidd is keeping busy.
Dhelan slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Tidd 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.
Dhelan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Tidd trying to control but Dhelan is working from the bottom. #T4##SUB2#
Dhelan is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Tidd defends well.
Tidd slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Tidd (7) vs (0) Dhelan
Tidd is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Dhelan's shoulder. That is not cool.
Tidd wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dhelan keeps working.
Dhelan is trying to control Tidd's posture but Tidd avoids it.
Tidd taking a breather here.
Tidd wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dhelan keeps working. #T5##SUB#
Tidd goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Dhelan has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Tidd but great work by Dhelan. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Tidd (7) vs (4) Dhelan
Tidd is trying to control Dhelan's posture but Dhelan avoids it.
Tidd is looking for a sweep.
Dhelan controls the position from side control.
Tidd is trying to control Dhelan's posture but Dhelan avoids it.
Tidd holding on.#T6#
Dhelan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tidd keeps working. #SUB2#
Dhelan is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Tidd is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Tidd trying his best to control but Dhelan has mounted him. Score +2 for reaching mount: Tidd (7) vs (6) Dhelan
Tidd is trying to escape the mount.
Dhelan controlling from the full mount.
Tidd is working to get back to half guard.
#T7#
Dhelan wants to control the pace but Tidd is squirming around nicely.
Dhelan controlling from mount. #SUB2#
Dhelan swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Tidd is now in Dhelan's guard. A big mistake from Dhelan there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tidd (9) vs (6) Dhelan
Tidd controls from within his opponent's guard.
Dhelan is trying to control the position but Tidd postures up.
Tidd stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dhelan swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T8#
Dhelan keeping moving, preventing Tidd from controlling successfully.
Dhelan is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB2#
Dhelan looking for a triangle here. Tidd is fighting it but it looks tight! Dhelan pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Tidd is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Zhan Dhelan!
During a confident post fight interview, Zhan Dhelan thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CWC 288 - Helsinki
Date: Dec 26, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 5 losses; Zhan Dhelan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 5 losses; Julio Valeron Huhrera !
The judges for this bout are Marco Blurström, Tarja Halkonen and Matti Vanhoillinen.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Nice sprawl there from Huhrera as Dhelan shoots in.#CL#
Dhelan closes the distance and clinches.
Huhrera prevents a takedown attempt there.
Dhelan gets underhooks to prevent Huhrera 's takedown attempt.
#TD2#
Huhrera works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dhelan (0) vs (2) Huhrera
My spies in Silverback MMA inform me that Huhrera has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB#
Dhelan looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Huhrera passes into half guard.
Huhrera is keen to just control but Dhelan is a slippery customer.
Huhrera prevents Dhelan from improving his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Huhrera is working for a submission of some sort.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Huhrera is looking for a kimura here.
Dhelan moves into full guard.
#T1#
Dhelan trying to control the position.
Dhelan keeping moving, preventing Huhrera from controlling successfully.
Huhrera might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Dhelan haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Huhrera advances to half guard.
Dhelan is refusing to be controlled, as Huhrera sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Huhrera is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Dhelan sees it coming and defends easily.#T2#
Dhelan trying to control but Huhrera postures up.
#SUB2#
Dhelan makes his way to full guard, as Huhrera worked for a kimura.
Huhrera sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Dhelan's guard. #SUB2#
Huhrera seems to be working for a kimura but Dhelan defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Huhrera is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Dhelan has managed to free his arm - good work.
Dhelan is staying active underneath Huhrera , who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T3##SUB2#
Huhrera is working for a kimura but Dhelan is defending it quite comfortably.
Dhelan keeping control of the position.
Dhelan trying to hold on to Huhrera 's head to control him but Huhrera postures up.
Still in half guard, Huhrera seems content to control.
Huhrera tries to pass to full mount but Dhelan defends it.
Huhrera wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dhelan keeps working.
Huhrera is looking to stall here but Dhelan recovers full guard.
Dhelan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T4#
Huhrera tries to free his leg and advance position but Dhelan is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Dhelan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Huhrera gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Huhrera wants to control from the top but Dhelan keeps moving.
Huhrera is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#SUB#
Dhelan looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T5#
Huhrera pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dhelan is keeping the position for now.
Huhrera trying to control but Dhelan is working from the bottom.
Dhelan trying to control the position.
Huhrera wants to control from the top but Dhelan keeps moving. #SUB#
Huhrera got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dhelan has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Huhrera has managed to get both his arms back between Dhelan's legs - danger averted.
Huhrera wants to pass the guard but Dhelan is keeping the position.#T6#
Huhrera slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Dhelan (0) vs (5) Huhrera
Huhrera wants to control but Dhelan is keeping him busy.
Huhrera tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Huhrera is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Dhelan's shoulder. That is not cool.
Huhrera wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dhelan keeps working. #SUB2#
Huhrera working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Huhrera controls the position.#T7##SUB2#
Huhrera tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Huhrera wants to control but Dhelan is keeping him busy.
Dhelan is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Huhrera tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Huhrera has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Huhrera is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Dhelan knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T8#
Dhelan struggling a bit here.
Dhelan is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Huhrera thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Huhrera working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Huhrera advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Dhelan (0) vs (7) Huhrera #T9#
Dhelan really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Huhrera trying to control but Dhelan is having none of it.
Huhrera wants to take Dhelan's back here but Dhelan is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
#SUB2#
Huhrera has control of Dhelan's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Dhelan regains control of the situation pretty easily.
#T10##SUB2#
Huhrera moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Dhelan has worked his arm free - good work by Dhelan!
Dhelan tries to get back to half guard but can't.
You can see the frustration on Dhelan's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Dhelan is looking to regain half guard here but Huhrera keeps moving and retains side control.
Dhelan regains half guard.
Huhrera trying to advance position but Dhelan counters by regaining guard. #T11#
Dhelan working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Dhelan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Huhrera gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Dhelan can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Huhrera controls the pace.
Huhrera looking to pass the guard.
Huhrera is stalling in the full guard.
Dhelan working a defensive guard here.
#T12#
Dhelan keeping moving, preventing Huhrera from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Dhelan had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Huhrera defends it easily.#SUB#
Dhelan has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Huhrera can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Huhrera looking to pass the guard.
Huhrera passes Dhelan's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Huhrera wants to control but Dhelan is keeping him busy.
Dhelan is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Huhrera jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Dhelan (0) vs (10) Huhrera #T13##SUB2#
Huhrera tries for a kimura but Dhelan is defending well.
Dhelan prevents Huhrera from moving into mount.
Dhelan is looking to regain half guard here but Huhrera keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB2#
Huhrera is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Dhelan has escaped the position, nice work there.
Dhelan tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Huhrera wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Huhrera advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Dhelan (0) vs (12) Huhrera
Dhelan can't escape the position.
#SUB2#
Huhrera with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
#T14#
Dhelan slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Huhrera wants to take a breather but Dhelan is having none of it.
Huhrera is thwarting Dhelan's attempts to control the position.
Huhrera wants to pass the guard but Dhelan is defending well.
Huhrera is thwarting Dhelan's attempts to control the position.
Huhrera seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Dhelan does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Huhrera is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Dhelan defends it well. #SUB2#
Huhrera is looking for a kimura here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Huhrera wins on points by 12 to 0.
A victorious Julio Valeron Huhrera 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:
CWC 287 - Amsterdam
Date: Dec 19, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Nobu Sanada! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 4 losses; Zhan Dhelan!
The judges for this bout are Nard Betker, Albert Achterberg and Patrick Alders.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Sanada looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sanada (2) vs (0) Dhelan
Dhelan is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Dhelan manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Dhelan has his foot on Sanada's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sanada works his way back into a safe position though.
Dhelan has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Sanada has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Sanada (5) vs (0) Dhelan
Sanada has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Sanada (7) vs (0) Dhelan
Dhelan regains half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Dhelan looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Dhelan tries to roll over but Sanada keeps him under control.#T1#
Dhelan is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Sanada's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Sanada's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Sanada (7) vs (4) Dhelan#SUB2#
Dhelan patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#SUB2#
Dhelan working for a choke but Sanada reverses nicely into Dhelan 's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sanada (9) vs (4) Dhelan
Sanada will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Sanada is stalling in the full guard.
Sanada won't allow Dhelan to sweep him here.
Dhelan is still trying to improve position.
Sanada wants to pass the guard but Dhelan is keeping the position.#T2##SUB2#
Dhelan is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Sanada is aware though and is defending well.
Dhelan is looking to sweep but instead, Sanada has passed into half guard.
Dhelan is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Dhelan is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Sanada has latched onto it... Big trouble! Sanada pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Dhelan is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Sanada!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Nobu Sanada! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 10, 2021 |
#R1##TD2#
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Inday wants to improve his position but Dhelan is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Dhelan is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Dhelan seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Inday is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Zhan Dhelan!
A very excited looking Zhan Dhelan made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 06, 2021 |
#R1##TD#
Dhelan decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Dhelan is thwarting Inday's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Dhelan is trying for a kimura here. Inday looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Dhelan wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Zhan Dhelan!
After the fight, Zhan Dhelan was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
SYN 831 Whymer vs. Po
Date: Sep 11, 2021 |
#R1##TD#
Vasquez tries to sprawl but Dhelan drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Dhelan trying to pass the guard but Vasquez defending well.
Vasquez wants to control but Dhelan is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Dhelan is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Vasquez defends it well. #SUB#
Dhelan is working for a submission of some sort.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Dhelan is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T1##SUB#
Dhelan seems to be working for a kimura but Vasquez defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Dhelan is looking for a kimura here.
Dhelan lands strikes from half guard.
Dhelan trying to mount his opponent but Vasquez defends it.
Dhelan not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Dhelan thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Vasquez's head.
Dhelan looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Dhelan wants to control but Vasquez is keeping him busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dhelan misses with a head shot. Vasquez uses the momentum to regain guard. #SUB#
Dhelan thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Vasquez managing to control the position. #T3#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dhelan accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Dhelan throwing strikes but missing.
Dhelan looking to pass the guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Nando Vasquez is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dhelan throws a hook but Vasquez avoids it easily.#TD#
Dhelan dives in and scores a takedown into Vasquez's guard.
Dhelan trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Dhelan stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Vasquez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dhelan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T4#
Dhelan passes Vasquez's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Vasquez moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Dhelan 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.
Vasquez has momentary wrist control but Dhelan slips an elbow through the middle.
Dhelan trying to control the position from guard on top but Vasquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dhelan tries to free his leg and advance position but Vasquez is retaining full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vasquez keeping moving, preventing Dhelan from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Dhelan drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Dhelan jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Zhan Dhelan dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Dhelan steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Vasquez.
Vasquez tries to work over Dhelan's front leg with a kick but Dhelan checks it.
A left lands for Vasquez.
Dhelan 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.
Dhelan misses with a takedown attempt
and Vasquez counters with a stiff right hand.
Vasquez misses with a body kick.
Vasquez throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Dhelan moves out of range of the leg kick from Vasquez.
Vasquez scores with a nice strike.
Dhelan fails with a takedown attempt.
Vasquez displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dhelan throws out the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan has his takedown stuffed
and Vasquez counters with a left to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vasquez feints and then cracks Dhelan's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Dhelan down.
Vasquez with a nice cross.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Vasquez scores with a nice body kick.
Vasquez connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Dhelan's hands.#T1#
Vasquez misses with a wild combination.
Dhelan looks for a takedown but Vasquez sprawls well.
Dhelan misses with a looping right.
Vasquez looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A good leg kick by Vasquez.
Nando Vasquez seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Vasquez wants to clinch.
Vasquez misses with a leg kick. #TD#
Dhelan shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Vasquez's guard.#SUB#
Dhelan drops back looking for a leg! Vasquez is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Vasquez manages to kick Dhelan off! Dhelan jumps back into Vasquez's guard.
Vasquez keeping full guard, as Dhelan tries to pass. #T2#
Dhelan is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Vasquez looking to control.
Dhelan postures up in Vasquez's guard and throws a big left but Vasquez blocks it.
We've been hearing good reports from Dhelan'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.
Vasquez utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Dhelan throws a big elbow that misses.
Vasquez is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Dhelan trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3#
Dhelan wants to control from the top but Vasquez keeps moving.
Dhelan postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Dhelan postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Dhelan working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vasquez keeping moving, preventing Dhelan from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Vasquez waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dhelan.
Vasquez throws a body punch but Dhelan moves out of range.
Dhelan fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Vasquez avoids it really well and circles away.#T4#
Dhelan blocks a head kick by Vasquez.
Dhelan changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Dhelan tries for a takedown but Vasquez circles away easily
and Vasquez counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#It looks like Zhan Dhelan has been cut.
Nice defenses there by Dhelan.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Dhelan.
Dhelan moves out of range of the body kick from Vasquez.
Vasquez tries to work over Dhelan's front leg with a kick but Dhelan checks it.
Zhan Dhelan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dhelan gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Vasquez counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Dhelan darts in looking for a takedown but Vasquez gets double underhooks and turns Dhelan into the cage.
Dhelan tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Vasquez smiles and moves away.
Vasquez moves forwards but Dhelan connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Dhelan tries to move into range but Vasquez moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
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!
Dhelan takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nando Vasquez showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Zhan Dhelan's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Dhelan fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#TD#
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Dhelan postures up.
Dhelan trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dhelan throwing strikes but missing.
Dhelan working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vasquez controlling the position.
Dhelan loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Dhelan throwing strikes but missing. #T1#
Dhelan tries to free his leg and advance position but Vasquez is retaining full guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
A jab from Vasquez finds it's way through Dhelan's defenses.
Vasquez keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Vasquez unleashes a big counter combination but Dhelan bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Dhelan gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Vasquez cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nice sprawl there from Vasquez as Dhelan shoots in.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dhelan shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Vasquez pinned against the cage. Vasquez gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Dhelan takes one to the chin there.
Dhelan shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Vasquez counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Dhelan thinking. #T2#
A big left from Dhelan misses.
Dhelan misses with a hook to the body
and Vasquez counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Vasquez connects with a leg kick.
Vasquez is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
A slow jab from Vasquez misses its intended target.
Vasquez connects with the punch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dhelan changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Vasquez tries to avoid it but Dhelan manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Vasquez to the ground. Vasquez escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Dhelan takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Vasquez defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Dhelan.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Dhelan with a poor takedown
and Vasquez counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A lazy left from Vasquez finds it's target.
Vasquez smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Good standup being displayed there by Vasquez as he connects with a hook.#TD#
Dhelan scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Vasquez is looking to regain half guard here but Dhelan keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB#
Dhelan tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T3#
Dhelan throws a strike aimed at the side of Vasquez's head but Vasquez avoids it well.
Vasquez can't do much from the bottom here.
What's Vasquez going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.
Zhan Dhelan overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Dhelan has knee on belly momentarily but Vasquez bucks him off and regains half guard. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Dhelan is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Vasquez has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Dhelan is working away from the top position though.
Dhelan stalling away here and it's allowed Vasquez to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Dhelan 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.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nando Vasquez comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Vasquez 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 Yuuki Gou scores the fight 28:29
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 28:29
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nando Vasquez!
After winning the bout, Nando Vasquez 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:
PFC 280 Bapp vs Po
Date: Jul 18, 2021 |
#R1##TD#
Dhelan looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Pesonen preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Pesonen is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Dhelan 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.
Dhelan pushing down on Pesonen's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Dhelan is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Pesonen is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Pesonen defending well though.
Dhelan is stalling here. Pesonen is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Dhelan seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Pesonen has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. #SUB2#
Pesonen is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Dhelan knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T1#
Pesonen working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Dhelan tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Pesonen wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Pesonen is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Dhelan has escaped the position, nice work there.
Dhelan is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Pesonen tries for a kimura but Dhelan is defending well.
Dhelan is trying to get back to half guard.
Pesonen in the domination position with Dhelan hanging on.#SUB2#
Pesonen wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Dhelan, who protects the arm well.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Dhelan regains half guard.#T2#
Pesonen wants to pass the guard but Dhelan is defending well.
Pesonen stalling.
Dhelan gets full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Dhelan is looking for a triangle here but Pesonen uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
We've been hearing good reports from Dhelan'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.
Dhelan tries to buck Pesonen off but Pesonen is having none of it.
Dhelan striking from the bottom but nothing landed.
Pesonen wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dhelan keeps working.
Pesonen taking a breather here.
Dhelan tries to buck Pesonen off but Pesonen is having none of it.
Dhelan is working hard here to advance position.#T3#
Pesonen is looking to take a break and control but Dhelan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dhelan is looking for a sweep.
Dhelan regains half guard.
Pesonen wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dhelan keeps working.
Dhelan is trying to get back to full guard.
Pesonen wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dhelan keeps working.
Pesonen stalling. #SUB#
Dhelan looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Pesonen prevents Dhelan from improving his position.
Dhelan is pressing down on Pesonen's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T4#
Pesonen tries to free his leg and advance position but Dhelan is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Dhelan working for submissions but it's allowed Pesonen to get to half guard.
Pesonen content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB#
Dhelan is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Pesonen pulls his head out easily.
Dhelan is looking to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dhelan trying to control but Pesonen postures up.
Pesonen trying to control the pace. #SUB2#
Pesonen is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Dhelan defends it well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Jallu Pesonen will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Dhelan connects with a body shot.
Dhelan throws a looping overhand right but Pesonen ducks down to avoid it.
Dhelan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Both fighters circling a little - Pesonen finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Dhelan takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Pesonen tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Dhelan paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A slow jab from Dhelan misses its intended target.
Pesonen connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Dhelan walks into a stiff left hand from Pesonen.
Dhelan fails to land the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan thumps Pesonen with a low kick.
Dhelan feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Pesonens jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Pesonen stuffs the takedown attempt from Dhelan. Dhelan gets slowly back to his feet. #T1##TD2#
Pesonen drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Dhelan is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Dhelan looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Dhelan actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Dhelan is defending against the submission attempts here by Pesonen.
Pesonen has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2#
Pesonen is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Dhelan is just riding it out for now. Pesonen eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Pesonen is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Dhelan has managed to free his arm - good work.
Dhelan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T2#
Dhelan moves into full guard.
Pesonen working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Dhelan looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Pesonen connects with a couple of short punches.#SUB#
Pesonen got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dhelan has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Pesonen has managed to get both his arms back between Dhelan's legs - danger averted.
Pesonen must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Pesonen wants to control from the top but Dhelan keeps moving.
Pesonen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dhelan is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Dhelan looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Pesonen has picked Dhelan up and slammed him! Dhelan can't keep hold of the triangle and Pesonen manages to pass to side control!
Dhelan is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Pesonen working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T3#
Dhelan is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Pesonen is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Dhelan knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Dhelan wants to control but Pesonen postures up.
Jallu Pesonen has got the better of the ground game so far.
Dhelan is trying to improve his position.
Pesonen trying to control the action but Dhelan is working from the bottom.
Dhelan is trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Pesonen wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Dhelan, who protects the arm well.
Dhelan tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Pesonen wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Pesonen controlling the position.
Dhelan is looking for a sweep.
Dhelan regains half guard.#SUB#
Dhelan looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Dhelan is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Pesonen pulls his head out easily.
Pesonen takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Pesonen is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Dhelan has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Pesonen is working away from the top position though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jallu Pesonen showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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. And we move into the final round!#R3##TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Pesonen enables Dhelan to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Pesonen manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Pesonen is controlling Dhelan's posture.
Dhelan wants to control from the top but Pesonen keeps moving.
Dhelan looking to pass the guard.
Dhelan passes Pesonen's left leg - he's now in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
Dhelan seems to be looking for submissions.
#T1#
Pesonen gets back to full guard.
Dhelan throwing strikes from guard but Pesonen blocks nicely.
Dhelan scoring with some ground and pound.
Dhelan slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB#
Dhelan tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Dhelan throwing strikes but missing, from side control. #T2#
Pesonen manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB#
Dhelan is working for a kimura but Pesonen is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Dhelan is trying to work for a kimura but Pesonen is defending well.
Pesonen manages to get to full guard.
#T3#
Dhelan trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Pesonen manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
Dhelan has control of Pesonen's left arm, preventing Pesonen from doing any damage.
Dhelan wants to hit a sweep here but Pesonen passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Dhelan there!
Jallu Pesonen is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Dhelan is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pesonen can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dhelan is looking to escape.
Dhelan bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Zhan Dhelan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Dhelan postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Pesonen keeping full guard, as Dhelan tries to pass.
Pesonen has Dhelan pulled in close to control his posture.
Dhelan stopping the sweep attempt from Pesonen.#SUB#
Dhelan drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Pesonen manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Dhelan has Pesonen in his guard.#REVB#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Dhelan looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zhan Dhelan showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Pesonen 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 Chris Edwards scores the fight 28:29
Judge James Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jallu Pesonen!
Jallu Pesonen managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
PFC 275 Poli vs Graves
Date: Jun 27, 2021 |
#R1#
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Shalit as he jumps to the side.
Shalit scores with a three punch combo!
Shalit misses with a jab, cross combination.
Dhelan dodges the punch combination from Shalit.
Dhelan with the counter takedown but Shalit avoids it easily.
Shalit 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.
Dhelan misses with a looping left.
Shalit throws a big counter combination but Dhelan scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Shalit blocks a jab.
Shalit's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Dhelan connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Shalit scrambles back to his feet.
Dhelan will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Shalit throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Dhelan.
Dhelan shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Shalit defends it nicely.
Elazar Shalit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zhan Dhelan.
Dhelan looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Shalit is fending him off so far but Dhelan persists. Nope, Shalit circles away and we're back to standing.
As Dhelan looks to move away, Shalit throws a big counter combo but Dhelan just gets out of the way.
Dhelan shoots in but no luck this time.
Elazar Shalit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Shalit lands a two punch combo.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Shalit staying out of range there.
Dhelan takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Shalit tries to bum rush Dhelan with a series of wild strikes but Dhelan uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Shalit takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T1#
Shalit's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Shalit duly obliges.
Shalit looks to land a combination. Dhelan sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Shalit throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
#TD2#
Dhelan looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Dhelan throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Dhelan postures up in Shalit's guard and throws a big left but Shalit blocks it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dhelan stands and throws Shalit's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Dhelan working the ground and pound but Shalit is defending the strikes.
Shalit is not content to let Dhelan control the position. #SUB2#
Dhelan is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Shalit knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T2#
Dhelan looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Shalit is avoiding damage well.
Shalit wants to control but Dhelan postures up.#SUB2#
Dhelan goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Shalit rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Dhelan's guard! Nice work there by Shalit!
Shalit will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Shalit is looking to stand up but Dhelan won't let him. #SUB2#
Dhelan throws his legs up looking for a submission but Shalit uses it to pass to side control.
Dhelan is looking for a sweep.#T3#
Dhelan tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Shalit easily slips into full mount!
Dhelan is looking to get to half guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Dhelan reaches up to try and control the position but Shalit seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Dhelan rolls and tries to escape and now Shalit has his back!
Dhelan rolls, trying to escape but Shalit keeps control of the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dhelan wants to control his opponent's hands but Shalit gets his hands free.
Dhelan rolls, trying to escape but Shalit keeps control of the position.
#T4#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Dhelan tries to escape but Shalit has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Dhelan trying to control the position but Shalit manages to sink in the hooks.
Dhelan is trying to break free.
I would not like to be Dhelan right now.
Dhelan turns into Shalit and is now in his guard.
Shalit controlling Dhelan's posture.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dhelan slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Elazar Shalit dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Shalit throws a series of punches but Dhelan avoids them all with ease.
Dhelan throws a big shot that misses.
Dhelan looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Shalit is fending him off so far but Dhelan persists. Nope, Shalit circles away and we're back to standing.
Dhelan throws a chopping leg kick but Shalit manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Shalit misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Dhelan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Shalit throws a right hand that Dhelan ducks under and follows up with a left that Dhelan also avoids with ease.
Shalit throws a series of punches but Dhelan avoids them all with ease.
Dhelan will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Shalit looks to land a combination but Dhelan avoids it well.
Shalit misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Dhelan avoids a punch combination nicely.
Shalit fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Dhelan avoids a punch combination nicely.
Shalit looks to land a combination but Dhelan avoids it well.
Dhelan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Shalit misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#TD2#
Dhelan closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dhelan trying to control the position but Shalit is working away.
Dhelan with the ground and pound but Shalit regains half guard under the barage of strikes. #T1#
Shalit keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Dhelan is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Shalit has managed to free his arm - good work.
Shalit is concentrating on defense, preventing Dhelan from advancing position.
Shalit is refusing to be controlled, as Dhelan sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Dhelan is looking for a kimura but Shalit is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Dhelan to get the leverage. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Dhelan is pressing down on Shalit's thigh, looking to free his foot. Shalit is holding on for now.
Shalit has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Dhelan is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Dhelan trying to work for an americana but Shalit has managed to regain full guard.
Dhelan missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Dhelan loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Shalit utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Shalit has control of Dhelan's left arm, preventing Dhelan from doing any damage. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Dhelan tries for a takedown but Shalit sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Elazar Shalit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zhan Dhelan.
Dhelan closes the distance and clinches up with Shalit, looking for a takedown. Dhelan pushes Shalit against the cage but Shalit circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Shalit slips a jab from Dhelan.
Shalit throws a right and a left that both miss.
Dhelan slips a jab and a cross from Shalit.
Dhelan throws a shot to the body.
Sloppy strikes from Shalit. Those never looked like landing.
Dhelan fails with a takedown attempt.
Shalit looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Shalit throws a nice looking combination but Dhelan bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Dhelan tries to score a power double leg takedown but Shalit sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dhelan somewhat.
Shalit misses with a double jab.
Shalit takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Shalit misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Shalit is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dhelan can do to turn this around?
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Dhelan.#T4#
Dhelan's jab looks to have found its range, popping Shalit under the eye.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dhelan shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Shalit defends it nicely.
Shalit appears to be looking for a big counter.
Shalit avoids the body shot from Dhelan.
Shalit throws a series of punches but Dhelan avoids them all with ease.
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Shalit sprawls well. Shalit wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Dhelan gets slowly back to his feet.
No joy there for Shalit, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Elazar Shalit is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Shalit defending well as Dhelan loads up on a big left hand.
Dhelan shoots for a double leg takedown but Shalit sprawls well. He's pushed Dhelan's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Dhelan fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Dhelan is breathing heavily.
Shalit throws a right and a left that Dhelan avoids nicely.
Dhelan feints the counter takedown.#TD2#
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Dhelan wants to pass the guard but Shalit is keeping the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Elazar Shalit dominated that second round.
That's time! Shalit's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Shalit rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Dhelan moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Shalit misses with a jab, cross combination.
Shalit fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Dhelan dives in for a single leg takedown but Shalit sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Dhelan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dhelan tries for a takedown but Shalit sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
As Dhelan looks to move away, Shalit throws a big counter combo but Dhelan just gets out of the way.
Dhelan shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Shalit pinned against the cage. Shalit gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Shalit went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Elazar Shalit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zhan Dhelan.
Shalit throws a nice looking combination but Dhelan bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Shalit throws a right and a left that Dhelan avoids nicely.
Shalit misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Shalit throws a right hand that Dhelan ducks under and follows up with a left that Dhelan also avoids with ease.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Shalit misses with a few strikes there.
Nice sprawl there from Shalit as Dhelan shoots in.
A punch combination from Shalit misses.
Dhelan misses with a hook.
Shalit is looking for a counter combo.
Dhelan fails with the takedown.
Dhelan takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Shalit misses with a few strikes there.
Dhelan feints the counter takedown.
Shalit looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Dhelan tries to score a power double leg takedown but Shalit sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dhelan somewhat.
Shalit stuffs the takedown.
Dhelan dodges the punch combination from Shalit.
Shalit misses with the combination.
Dhelan shoots for a takedown but Shalit saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Shalit swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Nice takedown defense from Shalit. No joy for Dhelan on that attempt.
Shalit throws a series of strikes that have Dhelan backpedaling.
Dhelan missing with a left hand there. Shalit was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
It looked like Shalit was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Dhelan pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
No joy there for Shalit, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#T2#
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Shalit sprawls well. Shalit wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Dhelan gets slowly back to his feet.
Shalit moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Elazar Shalit is winning the standup battle so far.
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!
Shalit slips a jab from Dhelan.
Shalit throws a right and a left that Dhelan avoids nicely.
The fighters circling - Dhelan throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Shalit throws a right and a left that Dhelan avoids nicely.
Shalit takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Dhelan dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#TD2#
Dhelan shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Shalit's guard.
Dhelan postures up in Shalit's guard and throws a big left but Shalit blocks it.
Dhelan postures up in Shalit's guard and throws a big left but Shalit blocks it.
Zhan Dhelan has got the better of the ground game so far.
Dhelan trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Shalit manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR##T3#
Dhelan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Shalit is one step ahead there.
Dhelan has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Dhelan is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Dhelan is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Elazar Shalit is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SU#
Dhelan is working an open guard so Shalit takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Dhelan misses the shot to the body.
It looked like Shalit was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Shalit blocks a jab.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Dhelan is defended easily by Shalit.
Shalit scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Zhan Dhelan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Shalit looks to land a combination but Dhelan avoids it well.
Dhelan changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Shalit slips under a jab from Dhelan.
Shalit looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Sloppy strikes from Shalit. Those never looked like landing.
Some wild striking there from Shalit.
Shalit throws a series of punches but Dhelan moves out of range.
Jab, jab by Dhelan - just one landing.
Dhelan scores with a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dhelan avoids a punch combination nicely.
Shalit throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Shalit tries to bum rush Dhelan with a series of wild strikes but Dhelan uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A leg kick checked by Shalit.
Nice sprawl there from Shalit as Dhelan shoots in.
Shalit throws a right and a left that both miss.
Dhelan slips a jab and a cross from Shalit.
And that's the end of the fight!
Elazar Shalit showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Shalit, 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 Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Elazar Shalit!
After winning the bout, Elazar Shalit 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:
PFC 265 Mfer vs Jabbar
Date: May 09, 2021 |
#R1#
Dhelan blocks a jab.
And Dhelan tries to counter it with a takedown but Gorge pushes his down on his head and steps out.#TD2#
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Gorge has his hands on Dhelan's head, controlling the position.
Dhelan with a flurry of punches that miss.
Gorge keeping full guard, as Dhelan tries to pass.
Dhelan trying to control but Gorge is working from the bottom.
Gorge will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gorge wants to stand and escape but Dhelan is having none of it. #SUB2#
Dhelan is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Gorge is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Gorge has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR##T1#
Gorge throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Gorge throwing strikes from guard but Dhelan blocks nicely. #SUB2#
Dhelan looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Gorge passes into half guard.
Gorge lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Gorge keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Dhelan has hold of Gorge's hands but Gorge slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Gorge takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Dhelan moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Dhelan throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Dhelan looking for subs off his back but Gorge has passed one foot through into half guard.
#T2#
Gorge is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Dhelan looking for submissions off his back.
Gorge slips a nice elbow through Dhelan's hands, connecting with Dhelan's forehead.
Dhelan manages to get to full guard.
#SUB2#
Dhelan has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Gorge 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 Dhelan.
Dhelan is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Dhelan is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T3##SUB2#
Dhelan is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gorge pulls his head out easily.
Gorge seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Dhelan does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Gorge is nestled in close to Dhelan, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Gorge is looking to take a break and control but Dhelan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dhelan has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Gorge is working away from the top position though.
Dhelan is pressing down on Gorge's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Gorge tries to free his leg and advance position but Dhelan is retaining full guard.
Dhelan keeping moving, preventing Gorge from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Dhelan throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Gorge looking to pass the guard. #T4##SUB2#
Dhelan pushes a forearm under Gorge's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Gorge is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Zhan Dhelan!
In his post fight interview, Zhan Dhelan started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
PFC 259 Petrov vs Sitsongrit
Date: Apr 11, 2021 |
#R1#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Dhelan.
Joteel tries a quick counter leg kick but Dhelan is wise to it.
Dhelan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Joteel lands with an overhand left.
Joteel lunges at Dhelan with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Dhelan's hand.
Dhelan takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Joteel throws a nice inside leg kick.
Joteel slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Dhelan throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Joteel sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Joteel throws out a counter right but Dhelan avoids it with no problem.
Dhelan 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.
Dhelan rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Joteel connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dhelan bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Dhelan takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dhelan tried to score with a low kick but Joteel checks it.
Zhan Dhelan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Joteel turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Dhelan has a takedown stuffed.
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown but Joteel shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dhelan changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Joteel tries to avoid it but Dhelan manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Joteel to the ground. Joteel escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
A little jabbing left from Joteel on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Joteel is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Joteel fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Dhelan on the side of the head.#T1#
Joteel throws a shot to the body.
Dhelan shoots and misses
and Joteel counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Jacque Joteel is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Joteel lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Joteel has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#TD#
Dhelan throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Joteel tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Dhelan is in Joteel's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Joteel controlling Dhelan's posture.
Dhelan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Dhelan won't allow Joteel to sweep him here. #T2#
Dhelan postures up.
Joteel looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Dhelan puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Joteel 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.
Joteel trying to control but Dhelan postures up.
Dhelan throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Joteel won't allow Dhelan to pass to mount.
Dhelan sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Joteel defending well though. #SUB#
Dhelan is trying to work for a kimura but Joteel is defending well.
Joteel keeps control of the position for the meantime.
The fighters are battling for position here. Joteel manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T3#
Dhelan is pushing down on Joteel's leg trying to pass to half guard. Joteel is fighting to maintain full guard but Dhelan has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Dhelan is trying to work for a kimura but Joteel is defending well.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Dhelan not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB#
Dhelan is working for a kimura but Joteel is defending it quite comfortably.
Joteel wants to control but Dhelan is keeping busy.
#SUB#
Dhelan is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Dhelan working Joteel over with strikes. #T4#
Joteel manages to get to full guard.
Joteel wants to sweep but no luck.
Joteel is trying to control the position but Dhelan postures up.
Joteel keeping moving, preventing Dhelan from controlling successfully.
Joteel has control of Dhelan's left arm, preventing Dhelan from doing any damage.
Joteel utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Dhelan looking to pass the guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jacque Joteel 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#
Joteel lets loose with a powerful body kick. Dhelan will feel that in the morning.
Joteel connects with a crisp jab.
Dhelan gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Joteel takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Dhelan dives in and grabs Joteel's left leg, looking for a takedown. Joteel pushes down on Dhelan's head and hops out.
Dhelan misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Joteel feints and then cracks Dhelan's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Dhelan down.
A swing and a miss from Joteel.
Joteel takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Dhelan closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Joteel did well to prevent Dhelan getting side control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dhelan thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Joteel's head.
Dhelan 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.
Joteel keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Joteel wants to control but Dhelan is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T1#
Joteel is controlling Dhelan's trapped leg to prevent Dhelan from advancing to side control.
Dhelan not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Dhelan prevents Joteel from improving his position.
Joteel is still trying to improve position.
Joteel is pressing down on Dhelan's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Dhelan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Joteel is keeping the position for now.
Dhelan is fighting to break Joteel's control of his arms but Joteel is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Joteel trying to keep a closed guard but Dhelan is proving a slippery customer.
#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Dhelan throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Joteel works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Joteel holds on and takes a little breather.
Let's hope that Joteel 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.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Joteel has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Dhelan shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dhelan takes one to the side of the head.
Jacque Joteel seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Joteel scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Dhelan doesn't seem bothered though.
Joteel throws a lazy right hand but Dhelan sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dhelan looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Joteel stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Joteel but Joteel pushes him off and we're back to square one.#T3#
A slapping leg kick lands for Joteel.
Joteel thuds his shin into the meat of Dhelan's side.
Dhelan moves out of range as Joteel strikes.
Dhelan takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Joteel catches Dhelan with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Dhelan is defended easily by Joteel.
Dhelan tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Joteel swivels and escapes.
Dhelan takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Dhelan gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Dhelan takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Dhelan throws out a loose jab but Joteel uses good head movement to avoid it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Joteel! But no joy.
Joteel lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Dhelan at a distance.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Joteel misses with a looping left.#T4#
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Joteel but Joteel pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Joteel scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Joteel works Dhelan's body with a nice hook.
Joteel bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Dhelan's head.
Joteel takes a swing at Dhelan's ribcage but misses.
Joteel throws a leg kick but Dhelan checks it.
Dhelan looks for a takedown but Joteel sprawls well.
Dhelan gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Nice body punch from Joteel.
Dhelan takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Joteel misses with a body shot.
A nice leg kick lands there from Joteel.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jacque Joteel showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Dhelan throws a shot from downtown. Joteel moves away and avoids it.
Joteel scoring well with a low kick there.
Joteel slips under a jab.
Good standup being displayed there by Joteel as he connects with a hook.
Dhelan throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Joteel's waist but Joteel gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Dhelan off to one side.
Joteel scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Joteel takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Dhelan takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Dhelan with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Joteel to score with a decent uppercut.
Joteel leaves Dhelan with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Dhelan misses with a right hand
and Joteel counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Dhelan gets his head snapped back by a nice shot 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!
Dhelan shoots in looking for a takedown. Joteel tries to sprawl out of it but Dhelan keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Joteel manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Joteel keeps Dhelan at a distance using the push kick. #T1#
Dhelan looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Dhelan misses with an uppercut
and Joteel counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Dhelan throws a hook but Joteel avoids it easily.
Joteel lands a nice shot to the body.
Dhelan shoots in and drives through. Joteel sprawls well.
Joteel scoring well with a low kick there.
Joteel fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Dhelan walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Dhelan shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Joteel defends it nicely.
Nice sprawl there from Joteel as Dhelan shoots in.
Joteel connects with a jab.
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Joteel as he avoids it easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown but Joteel shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#T2#
Dhelan gets cracked there but stands up to it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Joteel with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Dhelan gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Joteel dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Dhelan. That did some damage!
Joteel dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A jab from Joteel does it's job there.
Joteel 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.
Joteel keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Joteel tests Dhelan's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Dhelan takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Joteel leaves Dhelan with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Joteel with a nice calf kick.#T3#
Nice shot by Joteel.
Joteel stuffs the takedown attempt from Dhelan. Dhelan gets slowly back to his feet.
Joteel dips to his left and cracks Dhelan with an uppercut!
Joteel lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Dhelan misses with a looping left.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Joteel! But no joy.
Joteel with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Joteel throws a leg kick which misses Dhelan's front leg but catches the back leg as Dhelan tries to avoid it.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Dhelan.
Joteel scores with a body shot.
A jab from Joteel finds it's way through Dhelan's defenses.
Joteel stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Joteel wants it to stay on the feet.
Joteel throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Zhan Dhelan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Dhelan walks into a straight right hand from Joteel.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dhelan shoots in but Joteel avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Joteel works Dhelan's body with a nice hook.
Joteel darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Nice body kick there by Joteel.
Dhelan shoots and misses
and Joteel counters with a straight right hand.
Dhelan tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Joteel defends well and Dhelan ends up having to push Joteel into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Joteel can't find room to land a body shot as Dhelan controls the action.
Joteel lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A short right from Joteel.
Dhelan fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Dhelan drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Dhelan fails to pull guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jacque Joteel comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Joteel 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 William Gold scores the fight 26:30
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 26:30
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jacque Joteel!
Jacque Joteel 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 255 Bapp vs Gormsson
Date: Mar 21, 2021 |
#R1#
Dhelan shoots in looking for a takedown. Bokhchuud tries to sprawl out of it but Dhelan keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bokhchuud manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Bokhchuud uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dhelan.
Dhelan changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bokhchuud tries to avoid it but Dhelan manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bokhchuud to the ground. Bokhchuud escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Dhelan.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A head kick misses from Bokhchuud.
Dhelan misses with a takedown attempt #CL2#
and Bokhchuud counters by moving into the clinch.
Bokhchuud using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Dhelan has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Dhelan blocks the elbow strike.
Dhelan on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bokhchuud misses with a knee to the head.
Bokhchuud misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#TD#
Dhelan drags the fight down to the ground.
Bokhchuud wants to control from the top but Dhelan keeps moving. #SUB#
Dhelan has his foot on Bokhchuud's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bokhchuud works his way back into a safe position though.
Dhelan 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.#T1#
Dhelan wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Dhelan has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bokhchuud can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Dhelan looking for a guillotine here but Bokhchuud defends easily.
#SUB#
Dhelan is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Bokhchuud got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dhelan has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bokhchuud has managed to get both his arms back between Dhelan's legs - danger averted.
Dhelan wants to improve his position but instead Bokhchuud has moved into half guard.
Bokhchuud takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Dhelan looking for submissions off his back.#T2#
Bokhchuud wants to control but Dhelan is keeping him busy.
Bokhchuud wants to free his trapped foot but Dhelan is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Dhelan tries to get to full guard but Bokhchuud has control of the leg.
Ground and pound from Bokhchuud.
Bokhchuud is keen to just control but Dhelan is a slippery customer.
Bokhchuud stalling.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dhelan gets back to full guard.
#SUB#
Dhelan has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bokhchuud can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Bokhchuud won't allow Dhelan to sweep him here. #T3#
Dhelan is controlling Bokhchuud's posture.
Bokhchuud 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.
Bokhchuud trying to control but Dhelan is working from the bottom.
Bokhchuud 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.
Dhelan wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Dhelan had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bokhchuud defends it easily.
Bokhchuud stopping the sweep attempt from Dhelan.
Bokhchuud must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Bokhchuud content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
Dhelan has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bokhchuud can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Dhelan is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Dhelan is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Dhelan throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
#SUB#
Dhelan working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Bokhchuud has passed into half guard!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dhelan is pressing down on Bokhchuud's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bokhchuud wants to control from the top but Dhelan keeps moving.
Bokhchuud controlling from the top position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Zhan Dhelan will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Dhelan.
Bokhchuud moves out of range of the strikes.
A telegraphed right hand from Dhelan misses the target.
Bokhchuud throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Bokhchuud goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Bokhchuud throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Dhelan attempts a counter takedown but Bokhchuud avoids it well and moves away.
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bokhchuud as he avoids it easily.
Bokhchuud throws a front kick aimed at Dhelan's knee but Dhelan avoids it well.
A big left from Dhelan misses.
Dhelan moves out of range of the body kick.
Dhelan half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bokhchuud swivels and escapes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bokhchuud is looking to score with low kicks.#CL2#
Bokhchuud takes the fight into the clinch.
Bokhchuud throws an elbow that misses.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Bokhchuud just misses with a elbow thrown towards Dhelan's brow. #T1#
Dhelan fails to pull guard.
Bokhchuud prevents the takedown attempt.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Bokhchuud. #CUT2#It looks like Zhan Dhelan has been cut.
Dhelan tries to pull guard but Bokhchuud forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Dhelan tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Dhelan avoids the elbow strike from Bokhchuud, against the cage.
Dhelan is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Bokhchuud to keep the fight standing.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bokhchuud.
Dhelan avoids a wild elbow strike from Bokhchuud.
Bokhchuud tries to land knees in the clinch but Dhelan avoids the damage to the body.
Dhelan avoids a wild elbow strike from Bokhchuud.
Bokhchuud has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Dhelan seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Bokhchuud can turn it around.
Bokhchuud tries to land knees in the clinch but Dhelan avoids the damage to the body. #TD#
Dhelan decides to pull guard. #SUB#
Dhelan throws his legs up looking for a submission but Bokhchuud uses it to pass to side control.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#T2#
Bokhchuud is looking to take a break and control but Dhelan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bokhchuud controls the position.
Dhelan is looking for a sweep.
Dhelan manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Dhelan is keen to just control but Bokhchuud is a slippery customer.
Bokhchuud wants to get back to full guard.
Bokhchuud really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Dhelan. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Dhelan seems to be looking for submissions.
Dhelan thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Bokhchuud's head. #SUB#
Dhelan is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Bokhchuud has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Dhelan is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Bokhchuud is defending against the submission attempts here by Dhelan.
#SUB#
Dhelan seems to be looking for submissions.
#T3#
Bokhchuud wants to control but Dhelan is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Bokhchuud is controlling Dhelan's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Bokhchuud makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Bokhchuud.
Bokhchuud controls Dhelan momentarily but Dhelan frees himself.
Dhelan stops Bokhchuud from standing up.
Bokhchuud controlling the position.
Dhelan is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Bokhchuud manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Dhelan manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##T4##SUB#
Dhelan had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bokhchuud defends it easily.
Dhelan 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.
Dhelan is trying to control the position but Bokhchuud postures up.
Dhelan is pulling down on Bokhchuud's head to control his posture. #SUB#
Dhelan has his foot on Bokhchuud's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bokhchuud works his way back into a safe position though.
Dhelan 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 crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Dhelan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Bokhchuud gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Bokhchuud is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Khuchtei Bokhchuud showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Zhan Dhelan's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Dhelan shoots in looking for a takedown. Bokhchuud tries to sprawl out of it but Dhelan keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bokhchuud manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Dhelan fails to land the takedown.
Dhelan throws a poor cross that misses
#CL2#
and Bokhchuud holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Dhelan blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dhelan fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bokhchuud lands a hook that snaps the head of Dhelan backwards.
Dhelan is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Bokhchuud to keep the fight standing.
Bokhchuud misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Dhelan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bokhchuud is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Dhelan is defending well for now.
Bokhchuud can't find room to land a body shot as Dhelan controls the action.
Bokhchuud pushes Dhelan back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Dhelan fails to pull guard.
Bokhchuud tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
With the fighters up against the cage, Bokhchuud throws an elbow but misses. #T1#
Bokhchuud lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Bokhchuud stops a takedown attempt from Dhelan.
Dhelan is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Bokhchuud to keep the fight standing.
Dhelan is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Bokhchuud to keep the fight standing.
Dhelan tries to break free but Bokhchuud pushes him back against the cage.
Bokhchuud creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Dhelan's defenses.
Khuchtei Bokhchuud seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#BC#
Dhelan breaks from the clinch.
No luck for Dhelan with that takedown attempt.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#CL2#
Bokhchuud forces Dhelan back against the cage and clinches.
Bokhchuud scores a nice knee to the body.
Dhelan fails to pull guard.
Dhelan jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Bokhchuud walks away with a smile on his face. Dhelan gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Dhelan swats away the attempt to clinch by Bokhchuud.#T2#
Dhelan throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Bokhchuud's waist but Bokhchuud gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Dhelan off to one side. #CL2#
Bokhchuud moves into the clinch.
Bokhchuud misses with a body punch.
#TD#
Dhelan decides to pull guard.
Zhan Dhelan overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Bokhchuud is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Let's hope that Bokhchuud 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.
Dhelan wants to control but Bokhchuud passes easily into half guard.
#T3#
Bokhchuud seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Bokhchuud has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bokhchuud wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dhelan keeps working. #SUB#
Dhelan looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Bokhchuud wants to control but Dhelan is keeping him busy.
Dhelan makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Dhelan.
Bokhchuud pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dhelan is keeping the position for now. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bokhchuud trying to control the position from guard on top but Dhelan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dhelan working a defensive guard here.
Bokhchuud trying to control the position from guard on top but Dhelan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#SUB#
Dhelan is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Bokhchuud rolls with it to try and escape but Dhelan cranks on the arm and Bokhchuud is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:46 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Zhan Dhelan!
Zhan Dhelan decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
Khuchtei Bokhchuud spoke after the fight, saying 'Сайн байна "Sain baina"-Translation well Shit!'. |
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Event:
PFC 250 Kenobi vs Sitsongrit 2
Date: Feb 28, 2021 |
#R1#
Dhelan blocks a low kick nicely.
Jack throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Dhelan's head.#CUT2#It looks like Zhan Dhelan has been cut.
Dhelan misses with a left hand
and Jack counters with a lovely straight right hand!
No luck with that takedown attempt from Dhelan.
Dhelan doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Jack counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Dhelan throws a leg kick that misses.
Jack wants to counter the offense by Dhelan and move into the clinch position.
Dhelan connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Jack pulls out of a head kick attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan closes the distance and clinches up with Jack, looking for a takedown. Dhelan pushes Jack against the cage but Jack circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dhelan throws a hook to the side of Jack's head but Jack sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dhelan. Jack does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jack tries a quick counter leg kick but Dhelan is wise to it.
Dhelan tries for a takedown but Jack circles away easily
and Jack counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Jack slaps away a takedown attempt from Dhelan, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Jack appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Dhelan throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jack sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dhelan throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jack pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Dhelan tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Jack defends well and Dhelan ends up having to push Jack into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Dhelan 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.
Jack lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Jack misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jack lands an uppercut.
Jack misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dhelan blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jack prevents the takedown attempt.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jack. #TD#
Dhelan pulls guard effortlessly.
Jack 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. #SUB#
Dhelan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Jack gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T2#
Jack controls from within his opponent's guard.
Jack tries to free his leg and advance position but Dhelan is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Dhelan is looking for a triangle but Jack pushes his legs off easily.
Jack slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Dhelan has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Jack has passed into side control.
Dhelan tries to buck Jack off but Jack is having none of it.#T3#
Jack controlling from side mount.
Jack is continuing to stall.
Dhelan tries to buck Jack off but Jack is having none of it.
Jack is staying tight to Dhelan's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Dhelan tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dhelan is trying to control Jack's posture but Jack avoids it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dhelan tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Dhelan manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Dhelan trying to control from the bottom.
Dhelan tries to roll over but Jack keeps him under control.
Well, if Jack 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.
Dhelan is looking to improve his position.
Jack seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dhelan is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Jack's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Jack's back!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Taylor Jack dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Zhan Dhelan's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Dhelan lands with a right hand.
Jack throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Dhelan misses the body punch
and Jack connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dhelan ducks under a wild hook from Jack.
Jack throws a looping overhand right but Dhelan ducks down to avoid it.
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown but Jack shows good takedown defense.
Jack was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Dhelan throws an overhand right that lands on Jack's shoulder, as Jack tries to avoid the shot.
Dhelan with a poor takedown
and Jack counters with a nice body kick.
Jack misses with an uppercut.
Nice takedown defense from Jack. No joy for Dhelan on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan throws a hook but Jack avoids it easily.
Jack has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Dhelan looks for a takedown but Jack sprawls well.
Jack just misses with a punch to the body.
#T1#
Dhelan gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Jack counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Dhelan fails with the takedown
and Jack counters with a nice uppercut.
Dhelan is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jack.
Dhelan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jack manages to avoid it.
Dhelan drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Jack moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Zhan Dhelan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dhelan looks to score with a jab to the body but Jack is just out of range.
A little jabbing left from Jack on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Dhelan misses with a left hand
and Jack counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Dhelan misses with an uppercut
and Jack counters with a slapping leg kick.
Dhelan doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Jack counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Dhelan misses with a takedown attempt
and Jack counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A telegraphed right hand from Dhelan misses the target.
Jack steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Dhelan takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#KD2#
Jack lands a big head kick that sends Dhelan tumbling to the mat! Jack takes a step backwards and waves Dhelan back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#Dhelan is rocked!#CUT2#Zhan Dhelan's cut is getting worse.
Dhelan fails with the takedown
and Jack counters with an outside leg kick.
Oh Dhelan is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Jack lands a nice hook to Dhelan's body. Dhelan takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Dhelan 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 2:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Taylor Jack!
Taylor Jack thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
PFC 242 Gormsson vs Po II
Date: Jan 24, 2021 |
#R1#
Tiger feints a jab promting Dhelan to slip. Tiger then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Dhelan slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#CUT2#It looks like Zhan Dhelan has been cut.
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Tiger but Tiger pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Tiger lands with a nice body punch.
Dhelan shoots and misses
and Tiger cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Donk. Tiger catches Dhelan right on the button with a cross.
Dhelan dives in for a single leg takedown but Tiger sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dhelan jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Tiger walks away with a smile on his face. Dhelan gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Tiger staying out of range there.#TD#
Dhelan closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Tiger to the mat! Tiger manages to get full guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Tiger is looking to cinch up a triangle. Dhelan throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Tiger's body to avoid the submission. Tiger has instead reached around Dhelan's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Tiger arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Great Tiger!
A very excited looking Great Tiger 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:
PFC 236 Arendse vs Escobar
Date: Jan 03, 2021 |
#R1#
Dhelan tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Rodriguez defends well and Dhelan ends up having to push Rodriguez into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Rodriguez lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Dhelan throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Rodriguez's waist but Rodriguez gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Dhelan off to one side.
Dhelan slips a jab from Rodriguez.
Dhelan throws a leg kick but Rodriguez checks it. #TD2#
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Dhelan throws a big right hand that misses.
Dhelan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriguez is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Dhelan drops back, looking for a kneebar! Rodriguez looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Rodriguez looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Rodriguez! #REVR#
Dhelan is trying to improve his position.
Rodriguez has control of an arm but Dhelan manages to advance to Rodriguez's back!#T1#
Dhelan thows a huge left but connects with the canvas and not his opponent.
Dhelan controls the action.#SUB2#
Rodriguez preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Dhelan.
Rodriguez wants to get back to his feet. #SUB2#
Dhelan looking for the choke but no joy.
Dhelan throwing wild punches that miss their target. #T2##SUB2#
Rodriguez preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Dhelan. #SUB2#
Dhelan is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Rodriguez knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Rodriguez for a finish. #SUB2#
Dhelan is looking for a rear naked choke here but Rodriguez reverses the position brilliantly into Dhelan's guard!
#SUB2#
Dhelan is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Rodriguez has his hands clasped together but Dhelan extends and breaks Rodriguez's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Dhelan.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Zhan Dhelan!
A very excited looking Zhan Dhelan 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:
PFC 231 Tuala vs Kagonbo
Date: Dec 13, 2020 |
#R1#
Jaroslav takes one to the chin there.
Dhelan looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Jaroslav is fending him off so far but Dhelan persists. Nope, Jaroslav circles away and we're back to standing.
Dhelan looks to land a right hand but Jaroslav moved out of range.
Dhelan pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dhelan loads up on a big right hand but Jaroslav slips the punch.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Jaroslav 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.
Dhelan gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Jaroslav.
Jaroslav throws a looping overhand right but Dhelan ducks down to avoid it.
A swing and a miss from Dhelan.
Jaroslav works the jab nicely.
Jaroslav tests Dhelan's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A low kick from Jaroslav is predictable there #TD#
and Dhelan counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Jaroslav manages to escape and get back to his feet!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dhelan shoots for a double leg takedown but Jaroslav sprawls well. He's pushed Dhelan's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Dhelan looks to throw the jab but Jaroslav is out of range.
Jaroslav misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dhelan.
Jaroslav lands with a good body shot.
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Jaroslav as he jumps to the side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jaroslav throws a series of punches but Dhelan moves out of range.
Jaroslav's jab looks to have found its range, popping Dhelan under the eye.
Jaroslav cracks Dhelan with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T1#
The crowd cheers as Jaroslav lands an impressive looking overhand right. Dhelan doesn't seem phased though.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dhelan. Jaroslav does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jaroslav tries to land a front kick but Dhelan steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Dhelan goes for a double leg but Jaroslav avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Jaroslav continues to drive forward.#BC2#
Jaroslav breaks the clinch.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Jaroslav slaps away a takedown attempt from Dhelan, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Dhelan on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Jaroslav. Jaroslav obviously looking to wear him down.
Felix Jaroslav is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jaroslav connects with a solid leg kick.
Jaroslav's jab looks to have found its range, popping Dhelan under the eye.
Dhelan just misses with a punch to the body.
Dhelan throws a lazy right hand but Jaroslav sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jaroslav uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Dhelan has time to react.
Jaroslav fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Dhelan moves forwards but Jaroslav connects with a nice, crisp 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!
Jaroslav scores with a nice strike.
Dhelan has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Mello MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Jaroslav has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Jaroslav misses with a left hand #TD#
and Dhelan counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Dhelan stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Jaroslav swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2##ES2#
Jaroslav has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Dhelan off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Dhelan slips under a jab from Jaroslav.
Dhelan drops down looking for a counter takedown but Jaroslav sprawls and moves away.
Jaroslav tried to score with a low kick but Dhelan checks it.
Dhelan with a lazy takedown attempt
and Jaroslav counters with a stiff right hand.
Dhelan tries to score a power double leg takedown but Jaroslav sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dhelan somewhat.
Felix Jaroslav seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dhelan walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Dhelan shoots in looking for a takedown but Jaroslav manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dhelan's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Jaroslav leaves Dhelan with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Dhelan is defended easily by Jaroslav.
Jaroslav uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dhelan.
As Dhelan backs off Jaroslav throws a huge counter combo but Dhelan manages to avoid it all.
A combination from Jaroslav does no damage. #T3#
Good work by Dhelan as he checks the leg kick.
Dhelan takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Dhelan misses with a leg kick.
Dhelan has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Dhelan there as he acknowledges the shot.
Dhelan misses with a wild body shot.
Jaroslav lands with a right hand.
A slow jab from Dhelan misses its intended target.
Dhelan drops his hands momentarily and Jaroslav takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Jaroslav misses with a straight left.
Jab from Jaroslav.
Jaroslav ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#TD#
Dhelan shoots in and gets a takedown into Jaroslav's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dhelan won't allow Jaroslav to get back to his feet.
Dhelan postures up in Jaroslav's guard and throws a big left but Jaroslav blocks it.
Dhelan wants to control from the top but Jaroslav keeps moving.
Dhelan stops Jaroslav from standing up. #T4#
Dhelan trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #ES2#
Jaroslav has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Dhelan off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Jaroslav stuffs the takedown attempt from Dhelan. Dhelan gets slowly back to his feet.
Jaroslav with a jab.#TD#
Dhelan manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Jaroslav on his heels. He'll look to pass Jaroslav's guard now, I'm sure.
Jaroslav wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Dhelan manages to pass to side control. #REVB#
Dhelan prevents Jaroslav from standing back up.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jaroslav blocking the ground and pound attempt from Dhelan. #SUB#
Dhelan is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Felix Jaroslav dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Dhelan ducks under a wild hook from Jaroslav.
Jaroslav scores with a decent looking hook.
Dhelan uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jaroslav.
Dhelan changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Jaroslav tries to avoid it but Dhelan manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Jaroslav to the ground. Jaroslav escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Jaroslav lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A low kick from Jaroslav misses #TD#
and Dhelan counters with a shoot takedown. Jaroslav fights it but they end up in guard.
Dhelan is in close to Jaroslav's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Jaroslav wants to stand but Dhelan is controlling the position.
Dhelan advances to half guard.
Dhelan working the head and body with strikes. #SUB#
Dhelan seems to be looking for submissions.
Dhelan is looking to take a break and control but Jaroslav is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1#
Jaroslav is trying to stand back up but Dhelan is controlling him
Jaroslav has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Dhelan 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.
Dhelan is pressing down on Jaroslav's thigh, looking to free his foot. Jaroslav is holding on for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dhelan prevents Jaroslav from standing back up.
#SUB#
Dhelan 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.
#ES2#
Jaroslav pushes Dhelan off and gets back to his feet.#T2#
Jaroslav connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Jaroslav but Jaroslav pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Dhelan fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Jaroslav now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dhelan takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Dhelan looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Dhelan throws out a loose jab but Jaroslav uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD#
Dhelan gets a takedown into half guard.
Jaroslav kicks Dhelan off and gets back to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jaroslav gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Dhelan takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#T3#
Dhelan moves out of range of the strikes.
Jaroslav is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.#TD#
Jaroslav gets caught napping as Dhelan dives in and scores a takedown. Jaroslav manages to retain guard.
Jaroslav keeping moving, preventing Dhelan from controlling successfully.
Jaroslav wants to stand up but Dhelan is controlling him.
Dhelan trying to control but Jaroslav is working from the bottom. #ES2#
Jaroslav pushes Dhelan off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Dhelan on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Jaroslav is looking to slow Dhelan down with leg kicks.
Dhelan takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
#T4#
Dhelan gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Jaroslav jabs Dhelan to the body, keeping him at a distance.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A bone on bone clash there as Dhelan blocks the leg kick.
Jaroslav looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Jaroslav scores with a shot to the body.
Jaroslav ducks under a wild hook from Dhelan.
Dhelan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jaroslav throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Dhelan attempts a counter takedown but Jaroslav avoids it well and moves away.
Dhelan tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Jaroslav swivels and escapes.
Jaroslav throws a body punch but Dhelan moves out of range.
Jaroslav's corner calls for a 1-2. Jaroslav obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Jaroslav throws a quick inside leg kick.
Jaroslav lunges at Dhelan with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Dhelan's hand.
Dhelan displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jaroslav throws out the jab.
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown but Jaroslav shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
A clash of legs there as Dhelan blocks the low kick.
Nice defenses there by Dhelan.
Jaroslav stuffs the takedown.
Jaroslav steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dhelan.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Felix Jaroslav 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! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Dhelan takes one on the button.
Jaroslav with a jab.
Jaroslav misses the shot to the body.
Jaroslav 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.
Dhelan throws a body punch but Jaroslav moves out of range.
Dhelan closes the distance and clinches up with Jaroslav, looking for a takedown. Dhelan pushes Jaroslav against the cage but Jaroslav circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Nice sprawl there from Jaroslav as Dhelan shoots in.
Jaroslav doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Felix Jaroslav seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jaroslav works the jab nicely.
Jaroslav keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dhelan misses with a looping left.
Dhelan on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Nice uppercut there from Jaroslav.
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Jaroslav but Jaroslav pushes him off and we're back to square one.
A countering left hand to the body from Jaroslav misses.
Jaroslav lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
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!
Jaroslav moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Jaroslav fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T1#
Dhelan has a takedown stuffed.
Jaroslav keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dhelan.
Nice sprawl there from Jaroslav as Dhelan shoots in.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Dhelan shoots in but Jaroslav avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Jaroslav was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Dhelan walks into a jab.
Jaroslav bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Jaroslav connects with a jab.
Jaroslav throws a nice outside leg kick.
Jaroslav keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
A solid leg kick lands there for Jaroslav.
A slow jab from Dhelan misses its intended target.
Dhelan is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Jaroslav's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Dhelan loads up on a big right hand but Jaroslav slips the punch.
Jaroslav defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Dhelan.#T2##TD#
Dhelan looking to score a takedown here. Jaroslav is defending well but Dhelan drives through and ends up in Jaroslav's guard.
Jaroslav has his feet on Dhelan's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
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!
Good exchange - Jaroslav coming out on top.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Jaroslav.
Jaroslav scores with a jab. Dhelan acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Jaroslav lands a jab to the head.
Jaroslav lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
A lazy left from Jaroslav finds it's target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dhelan. Jaroslav does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jaroslav digs a good body shot into Dhelan's ribs.
Jaroslav scores with a jab to the jaw.
Jaroslav connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Jab, jab by Jaroslav - just one landing.
Dhelan ducks under a wild hook from Jaroslav.
Dhelan has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Dhelan there as he acknowledges the shot.
Jaroslav sizes up Dhelan with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Dhelan lands a really nice looking cross but Jaroslav seems unphased.
#T3#
Jaroslav keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Dhelan closes this distance looking for a takedown but Jaroslav circles away.
Dhelan drops his hands momentarily and Jaroslav takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Jaroslav with a nice calf kick.
Jaroslav scores with the left hand. Dhelan knows he should have avoided that one.
Dhelan is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Jaroslav missing with a left hand there. Dhelan was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jaroslav jabs Dhelan right on the nose. Dhelan blinks but takes it well.
Dhelan is trying hard to land a takedown here. Jaroslav sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Jaroslav scores with the left hand. Dhelan knows he should have avoided that one.
Jaroslav scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Jaroslav scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Dhelan will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dhelan stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Jaroslav.
A nice leg kick from Jaroslav, right into the meat of the thigh.
Dhelan fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Jaroslav feints a counter leg kick.
Jaroslav cracks Dhelan with a good jab.
Zhan Dhelan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Dhelan swings for the body but Jaroslav moves out of range.
Dhelan checks the leg kick.
Jaroslav lands with a cross.
Jaroslav leaves Dhelan with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Jaroslav throws out a counter right but Dhelan avoids it with no problem.
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Jaroslav sprawls well. Jaroslav wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Dhelan gets slowly back to his feet.
Dhelan drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Dhelan misses with a straight left.
Jaroslav tries to move into range but Dhelan moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A decent looking cross lands there for Jaroslav.
Jaroslav ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Dhelan swings for the body but Jaroslav moves out of range.
Felix Jaroslav is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Dhelan takes a shot to the body in his stride.
And that's the end of the fight!
Felix Jaroslav comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Jaroslav 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 Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Felix Jaroslav!
Felix Jaroslav thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
PFC 223 Song vs Bathory
Date: Nov 15, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Diego tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Nice defenses there by Diego.
Diego throws a shot from downtown. Dhelan moves away and avoids it.#TD2#
Dhelan drives through with a takedown into Diego's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Diego manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Diego is pressed up against the cage. Dhelan has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Diego down to the mat. Diego avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
A jab from Diego misses.
And Dhelan tries to counter it with a takedown but Diego pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Dhelan throws a body punch but Diego moves out of range.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Dhelan ducks under a wild hook from Diego.
Diego throws a nice outside leg kick.
Diego ducks under a wild hook from Dhelan.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Diego scores with a jab. Dhelan acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Dhelan moves away from the strike by Diego.
Diego connects with a jab.
Diego misses with a straight left.
Dhelan walks into a stiff left hand from Diego.
Diego throws a low kick but it's checked well by Dhelan.
Diego takes a swing at Dhelan's ribcage but misses.
Dhelan looks for a takedown but Diego sprawls well.
Dhelan steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Diego.
Dhelan misses the shot to the body.
Diego connects with a nice looking jab.
#T1#
A jab lands there for Diego.
Diego misses with a straight right.
Diego fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Dhelan is out of range.
Dhelan looks for a takedown but Diego sprawls well.
Kron Diego has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zhan Dhelan.
Diego throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dhelan sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Diego connects with a crisp jab.
Dhelan looks to land a right hand but Diego moved out of range.
Diego is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Good exchange - Diego coming out on top.
No luck for Dhelan with that takedown attempt.
Sloppy strikes from Diego. Those never looked like landing.
Diego scores with a nice right hand.
Diego uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dhelan.
A swing and a miss from Dhelan.
Dhelan steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Diego.
An inside leg kick lands from Diego.
Diego jabs Dhelan right on the nose. Dhelan blinks but takes it well.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dhelan looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Diego is fending him off so far but Dhelan persists. Nope, Diego circles away and we're back to standing.
Diego fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Diego looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Dhelan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dhelan takes a jab right on the kisser.
#T2#
Diego is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dhelan.
The fighters circling - Dhelan throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Diego appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Diego fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dhelan manages to avoid it.
Kron Diego is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dhelan steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Diego.
Dhelan has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Dhelan there as he acknowledges the shot.
Dhelan misses with a lunging right hand
letting Diego counter with a right hand.
Dhelan takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Dhelan closes this distance looking for a takedown but Diego circles away.
Dhelan uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Diego.
Dhelan stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Diego.
Diego slips under a jab from Dhelan.
Dhelan takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Diego tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dhelan was well out of range. Poor timing from Diego.
Diego uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Dhelan has time to react.
Dhelan tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Diego swivels and escapes.
A telegraphed right hand from Dhelan misses the target.
Diego throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#TD2#
Dhelan fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Diego sprawls well initially but Dhelan persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Diego is trying to get back to full guard.
Diego keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T3#
Dhelan seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Diego does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Dhelan looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Dhelan missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB2#
Dhelan is trying to work for a kimura but Diego is defending well.
Diego wants to get back to full guard.
Diego trying to control here.
#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Diego wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Dhelan is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Dhelan prevents Diego from standing back up.
Diego wants to improve his position but Dhelan is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Dhelan is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Diego avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Dhelan.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kron Diego dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Dhelan throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dhelan lands with a right hand.
Diego bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Diego throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Diego throws a jab but it's blocked by Dhelan.
Diego is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Diego throws an overhand right that lands on Dhelan's shoulder, as Dhelan tries to avoid the shot.
Dhelan lands a nice looking body shot.
Dhelan connects with a looping right hand.
Diego displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Dhelan.
Dhelan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Diego was well out of range. Poor timing from Dhelan.
Diego scores with a jab.
Diego throws a jab but it's blocked by Dhelan.
Dhelan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dhelan. Diego does a little dance to reset his feet.
Diego throws the left hand but Dhelan avoids the punch easily.
Dhelan works Diego's body with a nice hook.
Dhelan closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kron Diego is winning the standup battle so far.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dhelan shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Diego pinned against the cage. Diego gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Nice uppercut lands for Diego. That snapped Dhelan's head back.
#T1#
Diego keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Diego throwing a counter right hand but Dhelan manages to avoid it.
Diego takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Diego is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dhelan can do to turn this around?
Diego misses with a straight left.
Diego throws a poor cross that misses
and Dhelan cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Diego tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Dhelan is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Diego lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Dhelan at a distance.
Diego lands an overhand right.
Diego connects with a single shot there.
Dhelan takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Dhelan slips a jab from Diego.
Dhelan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Diego moves away.
A swing and a miss from Dhelan.#TD2#
Dhelan bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Diego wants to get back to his feet but Dhelan is dominant here and he's now got Diego's back!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Dhelan is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Diego defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Zhan Dhelan has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Dhelan looking to break Diego's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Diego remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Dhelan will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#T2##SUB2#
Dhelan working for the rear naked choke here. He's got one arm under but Diego is defending well. A couple of punches soften him up though and Dhelan has tightened the hold! This one could be all over! It is! Diego taps out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:25 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Zhan Dhelan!
Zhan Dhelan spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
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Event:
PFC 215.5 Arundel vs Wild
Date: Oct 18, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Dhelan throws a leg kick that is checked
letting Pique counter with a right hand.
Dhelan goes for a double leg but Pique avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Pique continues to drive forward.
Pique tries a quick counter leg kick but Dhelan is wise to it.
Pique connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Dhelan uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Pique.
Dhelan on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Pique is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Pique throws a nice inside leg kick.
Jab, jab by Pique - just one landing.
Pique with a nice calf kick.
Pique throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Pique misses with a hook.
Pique lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Dhelan tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Pique swivels and escapes.
Pique looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Dhelan swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Pique 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.
A big right from Dhelan misses.
Donk. Pique catches Dhelan right on the button with a cross.
Zhan Dhelan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A slow jab from Dhelan misses its intended target.
Dhelan throws an off balance right hand
and Pique counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Pique stuns Dhelan with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Pique scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Dhelan doesn't seem bothered though.
Dhelan looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Pique is fending him off so far but Dhelan persists. Nope, Pique circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1##TD#
Dhelan looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Pique wants to improve his position but Dhelan is controlling well.
#SUB#
Dhelan 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.
#SUB#
Dhelan in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Pique tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Dhelan!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Zhan Dhelan!
Zhan Dhelan bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
PFC 210 Gormsson vs Parade
Date: Sep 27, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Dhelan avoids the head kick by Cassino.
Dhelan throws a hook but Cassino avoids it easily.
Dhelan checks a leg kick.
Cassino scores with a jab.
Dhelan shoots for a takedown but Cassino saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Dhelan swings widly with a right hand
and Cassino counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Cassino connects with a solid leg kick.
Dhelan fails with a takedown attempt.
Cassino with a hook.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
No luck with that takedown attempt from Dhelan.
Dhelan looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Monte Cassino has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zhan Dhelan.
A swing and a miss from Cassino.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cassino misses with a combination
#TD2#
and Dhelan counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Cassino!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cassino tries to bench press Dhelan off him but Dhelan keeps the position.
Cassino prevents Dhelan from moving into mount. #T1##SUB2#
Dhelan tries for a kimura but Cassino is defending well. #SUB2#
Dhelan looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Dhelan trying to control the position but Cassino is working away. #SUB2#
Dhelan thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
This fight is sponsored by Chainsaw 7. More blood and guts and stuff like that, in cinemas everywhere now!#SUB2#
Dhelan thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Cassino is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Dhelan is controlling him well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cassino is not content to let Dhelan control the position.
Cassino tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T3#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Cassino is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.#SUB2#
Dhelan is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Cassino knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Cassino wants to control but Dhelan postures up.#SUB2#
Dhelan wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Cassino, who protects the arm well.
Dhelan wants to control but Cassino is keeping him busy.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#ES#
Cassino bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Cassino just misses with a punch to the body.
Dhelan shoots in but no luck this time.
Dhelan shoots for a double leg takedown but Cassino sprawls well. He's pushed Dhelan's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A solid leg kick lands there for Cassino.
#TD2#
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB2#
Cassino is defending against the submission attempts here by Dhelan.
Cassino is trying to stand up here but Dhelan is controlling him well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Monte Cassino dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Cassino scores with a punch to the head.
Dhelan throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Cassino sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Cassino is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Dhelan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dhelan looks to score with a jab to the body but Cassino is just out of range.
Cassino defending well as Dhelan loads up on a big left hand.
Dhelan scores with a sloppy right hand. Cassino should have avoided that one.
Dhelan works the jab nicely.
Nice sprawl there from Cassino as Dhelan shoots in.
A leg kick checked by Dhelan.
Dhelan misses with a body shot.
Cassino stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Cassino wants it to stay on the feet.
Cassino attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Cassino cracks Dhelan with an open hand slap.
Cassino stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Cassino scores with a nice right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cassino lands with a good body shot.
Cassino ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Cassino misses the jab.
Cassino waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dhelan.
Cassino throws a looping overhand right but Dhelan ducks down to avoid it.
Cassino looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nice sprawl there from Cassino as Dhelan shoots in.
Monte Cassino has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zhan Dhelan.
Cassino cracks Dhelan with a right hand to the side of the head.
Dhelan misses with a straight right. #T1#
Cassino throws a big shot that misses.
Cassino throws a low kick but Dhelan avoids it.
Nice sprawl there from Cassino as Dhelan shoots in.
Dhelan jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Cassino throws a low kick but Dhelan avoids it.
Cassino lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Cassino moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Cassino lunges at Dhelan with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Dhelan's hand.
Dhelan just misses with a punch to the body.
Monte Cassino is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Cassino throws a quick inside leg kick.
Dhelan moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Dhelan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cassino.
Cassino connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Dhelan shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Dhelan swings for the body but Cassino moves out of range.
Cassino feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Dhelan shoots in looking for a takedown. Cassino tries to sprawl out of it but Dhelan keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Cassino manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Dhelan misses with a body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cassino steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dhelan.
Cassino getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#T2#
Dhelan fails with a takedown attempt.
Dhelan slips under a jab.
Dhelan fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Cassino avoids it really well and circles away.
Dhelan dives in and grabs Cassino's left leg, looking for a takedown. Cassino pushes down on Dhelan's head and hops out.
Dhelan moves out of range of the strikes.
Cassino is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dhelan can do to turn this around?
Cassino throws a leg kick but Dhelan sees it coming and moves out of range.
Dhelan shoots for a takedown but Cassino saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Cassino with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Cassino feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Dhelans jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Jab from Dhelan.
Cassino moves into range and connects with a jab.
Cassino misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dhelan.
Cassino connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Cassino moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Dhelan moves into range and connects with a jab.
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown but Cassino shows good takedown defense.
Dhelan slips under a jab from Cassino.#T3#
Nice sprawl there from Cassino as Dhelan shoots in.
Cassino displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Dhelan.
Dhelan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Cassino goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Dhelan swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A quick step to the side and Cassino tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Cassino throws a head kick that half lands.
Cassino scores with a hook.
Dhelan ducks under a wild hook from Cassino.
A head kick misses from Cassino.
Dhelan throws a jab when Cassino was well out of range.
Cassino lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
A chopping leg kick lands by Cassino.
Dhelan defending well as Cassino loads up on a big left hand.
Cassino scores with a crisp jab that stopped Dhelan in his tracks.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dhelan is trying hard to land a takedown here. Cassino sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Cassino swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#TD2#
Dhelan drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Dhelan passes Cassino's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Cassino tries to roll over but Dhelan keeps him under control.#T4##SUB2#
Dhelan is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Cassino gets back to full guard.
Dhelan prevents Cassino from getting back to his feet.
Dhelan 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.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Cassino holds on and takes a little breather.
Cassino is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Monte Cassino dominated that second 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. This is the final round!#R3#
A chopping leg kick lands by Cassino.
Cassino is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Dhelan shoots in and drives through. Cassino sprawls well.
An attempted straight right counter from Cassino misses the target.
Donk. Cassino catches Dhelan right on the button with a cross.
Cassino looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Dhelan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cassino.
Dhelan fails with a takedown attempt.
A big left from Cassino misses.
Dhelan looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Monte Cassino has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zhan Dhelan.
Cassino ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dhelan takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Dhelan takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cassino throws a leg kick which misses Dhelan's front leg but catches the back leg as Dhelan tries to avoid it.
Dhelan takes a jab right on the kisser.
Dhelan shoots in and drives through. Cassino sprawls well.
Cassino with a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cassino connects with a right hand. Dhelan shakes it off.
Good leg kick by Cassino.
Dhelan fails with a takedown attempt.#T1#
Dhelan takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Cassino connects with a looping right hand.
Cassino wants to land a leg kick but Dhelan is out of range.
Nice defenses there by Cassino.
A big right from Dhelan misses.
Cassino throws a jab when Dhelan was well out of range.
Dhelan missing with a left hand there. Cassino was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dhelan shoots in but Cassino avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Dhelan digs a good hook to Cassino's body.
Cassino looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Dhelan checks a leg kick nicely.
Nice sprawl there from Cassino as Dhelan shoots in.
Cassino is looking to slow Dhelan down with leg kicks.
Dhelan dives in for a single leg takedown but Cassino sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
A chopping leg kick lands by Cassino. #T2#
Dhelan looks to score with a jab to the body but Cassino is just out of range.
Cassino appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Cassino cracks Dhelan with an open hand slap.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cassino connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Dhelan scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Cassino throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Dhelan on the side of the head.
Dhelan takes a swing at Cassino's ribcage but misses.
Cassino is looking to chop away at Dhelan's legs.
Dhelan takes one to the chin there.
A clash of legs there as Dhelan blocks the low kick.
Cassino jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Cassino waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dhelan.
Dhelan drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Cassino defends it well.
A nice leg kick lands there from Cassino.
A big right from Cassino misses.
Cassino misses with a leg kick.
Dhelan has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Cassino misses with an uppercut.
A chopping leg kick lands by Cassino.
Dhelan misses with a hook.
Dhelan ducks right into an uppercut from Cassino.
Nice jab there from Cassino.
Dhelan on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
#T3#
Cassino connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Cassino lands a nice looking body shot.
Cassino scores with a leg kick.
Dhelan on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Cassino throws an overhand right that lands on Dhelan's shoulder, as Dhelan tries to avoid the shot.
Dhelan takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Cassino paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Cassino pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Dhelan's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Dhelan tests Cassino's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Cassino scores with a crisp jab that stopped Dhelan in his tracks.
Monte Cassino is winning the standup battle so far.
Cassino jabs at Dhelan's body.
A slow jab from Dhelan misses its intended target.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cassino on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Cassino loads up on a big right hand but Dhelan slips the punch.
Cassino uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dhelan.
Cassino's jab looks to have found its range, popping Dhelan under the eye.
Dhelan displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Cassino throws out the jab.
Cassino uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Dhelan fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Zhan Dhelan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Dhelan throws a hook but Cassino avoids it easily.
Cassino takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Cassino scores with a jab to the head.
Dhelan shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Dhelan throws a hook but Cassino avoids it easily.
Dhelan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cassino was well out of range. Poor timing from Dhelan.
Dhelan slips under a jab from Cassino.
It seemed like Dhelan was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Cassino misses with an uppercut. Dhelan saw that one coming.
Dhelan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cassino was well out of range. Poor timing from Dhelan.
No luck for Dhelan with that takedown attempt.
Cassino scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Dhelan shoots in looking for a takedown but Cassino manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dhelan's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Cassino misses the jab.
Cassino throws a big shot that misses.
Cassino lands with a thumping leg kick.
Dhelan shoots in for a double leg but Cassino sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Dhelan shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Cassino defends it nicely.
And that's the end of the fight!
Monte Cassino showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Cassino, 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 Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Monte Cassino!
Monte Cassino thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
PFC 205 Bennett vs Parade
Date: Sep 06, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Jack avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dhelan swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Jack to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT2#It looks like Zhan Dhelan has been cut.
Jack slips a jab from Dhelan.
Dhelan throws a hook to the side of Jack's head but Jack sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dhelan has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#TD#
Dhelan drives through with a takedown into guard.
Jack trying to control the position here.
Dhelan wants to control from the top but Jack keeps moving.
Dhelan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Jack pulls Dhelan in close to prevent any damage.
Jack keeping moving, preventing Dhelan from controlling successfully. #T1#
We've been hearing good reports from Dhelan's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jack keeping full guard, as Dhelan tries to pass.
Jack looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Dhelan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jack is keeping the position for now. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Jack swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#TD#
Dhelan decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#T2#
Dhelan trying to control the action but Jack is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Dhelan is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Dhelan is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Jack keeping hold of Dhelan's head, controlling as best he can.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Dhelan trying to control from Jack's half guard. Jack has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Dhelan wants to control from the top but Jack keeps moving.
Dhelan trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dhelan trying to control the position from guard on top but Jack is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Jack managing to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T4#
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.
Dhelan scores with a jab to the jaw.
Jack misses with a looping right.
Jack lands a head shot.
Dhelan tries for a takedown but Jack circles away easily
and Dhelan takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #TD#
Dhelan closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Jack quickly recovers to half guard.#SUB#
Dhelan is working for a submission of some sort.
Jack wants to get back to full guard but Dhelan has passed into side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Dhelan is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Jack is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
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 Zhan Dhelan will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Zhan Dhelan's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##TD#
Dhelan feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Dhelan wants to control from the top but Jack keeps moving.
Dhelan stays in close to Jack's body and controls the position.
Dhelan wants to control from the top but Jack keeps moving.
Dhelan trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Dhelan trying to control the position from guard on top but Jack is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Jack is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Jack moves into range and connects with a jab.
Dhelan ducks under a wild hook from Jack.
Jack stuffs the takedown attempt from Dhelan. Dhelan gets slowly back to his feet.
Taylor Jack is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nice takedown defense from Jack. No joy for Dhelan on that attempt.
Jack looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jack. Dhelan does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jack is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Dhelan throws a body punch but Jack moves out of range.
Dhelan walks into a jab.#T2#
Jack throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dhelan fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Dhelan digs a good hook to Jack's body.
#TD#
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Jack napping and manages to drive through into side control!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Dhelan wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Jack, who protects the arm well.
You can see the frustration on Jack's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Dhelan is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Jack has escaped the position, nice work there. #T3##SUB#
Dhelan tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Dhelan is looking to take a break and control but Jack is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Dhelan goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Jack rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Dhelan's guard! Nice work there by Jack!
Dhelan trying to control the position.
#T4##SUB#
Dhelan is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Dhelan is trying to keep Jack in close.
Dhelan looking for a sweep. Not yet Dhelan, not yet.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dhelan is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Zhan Dhelan overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Dhelan trying to control the position from guard on top but Jack is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Dhelan drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Jack manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Dhelan has Jack in his guard.#REVB#
Jack sitting in guard here, content to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zhan Dhelan dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Zhan Dhelan's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Dhelan is trying hard to land a takedown here. Jack sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Dhelan takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Jack keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Jack let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Zhan Dhelan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dhelan takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Jack lands a body shot.
Jack connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Dhelan slips a jab from Jack.
Dhelan misses with a left hand
and Jack counters with a nice uppercut.
Jack misses with a wild combination.
Jack waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dhelan.
Jack slaps away a takedown attempt from Dhelan, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jack lands with an uppercut that bounces Dhelan off the cage and back into range.#T1#
Dhelan cracks Jack with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Jack swings for the body but Dhelan moves out of range.
Dhelan tries to counter with a takedown but Jack is quick to defend against it.
Jack lands a slapping body shot.
Jack lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Dhelan misses with a leg kick
and Jack cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Dhelan changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Jack tries to avoid it but Dhelan manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Jack to the ground. Jack escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Jack is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Jack misses with a looping right.
Dhelan swings away with a body shot that misses
and Jack counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jack displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Dhelan.
Nice takedown defense from Jack. No joy for Dhelan on that attempt.
Jack connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Dhelan's hands.#CUT2#Zhan Dhelan's cut is getting worse.
Dhelan moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A telegraphed right hand from Jack misses the target.
Dhelan avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Taylor Jack has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Dhelan fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Jack looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Jack throws an overhand right that lands on Dhelan's shoulder, as Dhelan tries to avoid the shot.
Nice sprawl there from Jack as Dhelan shoots in.
Dhelan slips under a jab from Jack.
Dhelan misses with a hook to the body
and Jack counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Dhelan with a lazy takedown attempt #CL2#
and Jack holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Jack scores with a shot to the side of Dhelan's head.
Dhelan goes for a takedown attempt but Jack pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Dhelan with a poor takedown
and Jack counters with a two punch combo.
Dhelan staying out of range there.
Jack scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Dhelan tries to score a power double leg takedown but Jack sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dhelan somewhat.
Jack throws a body shot but no joy. #T3#
Jack digs a good hook to Dhelan's body.
Dhelan doesn't succeed with the takedown
letting Jack counter with a right hand.
Dhelan shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #ROC2#Dhelan is rocked!
Jack ducks down and throws a big overhand right - it lands flush on the jaw, knocking Dhelan out cold! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:26 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Taylor Jack!
After winning the bout, Taylor Jack 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:
PFC 199 Verygood vs Aiken
Date: Aug 16, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Joteel darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Dhelan lands a jab to the nose.
Joteel is looking to land body kicks.
Dhelan looks to land a left hand but Joteel moved out of range nicely.
Dhelan fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Dhelan throws the left hand but Joteel avoids the punch easily.
Joteel moves away from the strike by Dhelan.
Joteel on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Dhelan looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Joteel is fending him off so far but Dhelan persists. Nope, Joteel circles away and we're back to standing.
Joteel wants to counter the offense by Dhelan and move into the clinch position.
Decent striking displayed by Joteel there.#CUT2#It looks like Zhan Dhelan has been cut.
Joteel stuffs the takedown.
Dhelan is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Joteel.
Joteel comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD#
Dhelan shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Joteel is controlling Dhelan's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Joteel gets full guard.#T1#
Dhelan preventing the sweep.
Dhelan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Joteel is keeping the position for now.
Joteel controls Dhelan momentarily but Dhelan frees himself. #SUB#
Dhelan drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Joteel manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Dhelan has Joteel in his guard.#REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dhelan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
Joteel avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T2##SUB#
Dhelan throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Joteel 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.
Joteel's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#SUB#
Dhelan is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Dhelan controls Joteel momentarily but Joteel frees himself.
Dhelan is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Joteel is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Joteel controls from within his opponent's guard.
Joteel tries to free his leg and advance position but Dhelan is retaining full guard.
Joteel must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T3#
Joteel 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.
Dhelan has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Joteel has passed into side control.
Joteel is looking to take a break and control but Dhelan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dhelan is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Joteel's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Joteel content to control rather than advance.
Joteel works his way into side control.
Dhelan struggling a bit here.
Dhelan manages to work his way to half guard, despite Joteel's best efforts.
Joteel performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T4##SUB#
Dhelan actively working from the bottom here.
Joteel wants to pass to mount but Dhelan is defending the position. #SUB#
Dhelan is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Joteel pulls his head out easily.
Dhelan is trying to control but can't.
Joteel takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
More stalling from Joteel.#SUB#
Dhelan looking for submissions off his back.
Dhelan trying to control but Joteel postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Jacque Joteel will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Zhan Dhelan's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Dhelan throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Joteel counters with a nice low kick that buckles Dhelan's knee momentarily.
Dhelan throws a body shot but no joy.
Joteel looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A decent looking cross lands there for Dhelan.
Dhelan just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice takedown defense from Joteel. No joy for Dhelan on that attempt.
Joteel slips under a jab from Dhelan.
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown but Joteel shows good takedown defense.
A little jabbing left from Joteel on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Joteel misses with a looping left.
Dhelan misses with a body punch
and Joteel counters with a nice body shot.
Dhelan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Joteel was well out of range. Poor timing from Dhelan.
Jacque Joteel seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Joteel cracks Dhelan with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Dhelan looks to land a right hand but Joteel moved out of range.
Joteel swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Zhan Dhelan 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.
Joteel throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Joteel tries to land a leg kick but Dhelan saw it coming and moves away.
Dhelan goes for a double leg but Joteel avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Joteel continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dhelan looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Joteel is fending him off so far but Dhelan persists. Nope, Joteel circles away and we're back to standing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dhelan defending well as Joteel loads up on a big left hand.
Joteel has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Dhelan shoots in looking for a takedown. Joteel tries to sprawl out of it but Dhelan keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Joteel manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Joteel looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Dhelan takes a jab right on the kisser.
Dhelan misses with a looping right.#TD#
Dhelan closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB#
Dhelan has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Joteel is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Dhelan yanks on the arm and Joteel is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Dhelan.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Zhan Dhelan!
Zhan Dhelan bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
Galaxy 6: Phenomena
Date: Jul 25, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Dhelan takes a swing at The Crab's ribcage but misses.
Dhelan throws a hook but The Crab avoids it easily.
The Crab takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Dhelan bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps The Crab's head backwards.#TD2#
The Crab drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Dhelan tries to bench press The Crab off him but The Crab keeps the position.
Dhelan can't do much from the bottom here.
Dhelan is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on The Crab's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
The Crab works his way into full mount!
The Crab throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
The Crab prevents Dhelan from getting the reversal.
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!
Dhelan regains half guard.#SUB2#
The Crab is looking for a kimura here.
Dhelan wants to control but The Crab is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T1#
The Crab prevents Dhelan from improving his position.#SUB#
Dhelan looking for submissions off his back.
The Crab is looking to take a break and control but Dhelan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Dhelan looking for submissions off his back.
The Crab uses his free foot to push down on Dhelan's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Dhelan. #SUB2#
The Crab has control of Dhelan's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Dhelan regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Dhelan keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
The Crab can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dhelan is looking to escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Dhelan is looking to get to half guard.
Dhelan is squirming around, avoiding The Crab's attempts to control the action.
Dhelan regains half guard.#SUB2#
The Crab is trying to work for a kimura but Dhelan is defending well.
#SUB2#
The Crab is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Dhelan has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for The Crab. Oh but Dhelan has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! The Crab goes limp - he's gone! Dhelan jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Zhan Dhelan!
Zhan Dhelan 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.
Henry The Crab was interviewed post fight and said 'Respect man, respect!'. |
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Event:
Galaxy 3: The Firework Show
Date: Jul 04, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Dhelan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jain moves away.
Jain throws a hook to the side of Dhelan's head but Dhelan sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jain ducks under a wild hook from Dhelan.
Dhelan on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
The fighters circling - Dhelan throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jain uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dhelan.#TD#
Dhelan shoots in and bounces Jain off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Jain pulls Dhelan in close to prevent any damage.
Dhelan tries to free his leg and advance position but Jain is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Jain has his foot on Dhelan's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Dhelan works his way back into a safe position though.
Jain trying to control the position.
Dhelan stands and throws Jain's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T1#
Jain gets back to half guard.
Dhelan tries to pass the half guard into mount. Jain knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Dhelan works his way into full mount!
Dhelan wants to take his opponent's back but Jain doesn't allow it.
Dhelan tries to control but Jain wriggling away. #T2#
Dhelan prevents Jain from getting the reversal.
Jain tries to hold on but Dhelan pushes him away. #SUB#
Dhelan goes for an armbar but Jain turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Jain.
Jain stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dhelan swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Dhelan working for a triangle but Jain defends it easily.
#SUB#
Dhelan has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Jain 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 Dhelan.#T3#
Dhelan can't do much from the bottom here.
Dhelan is not content to let Jain control the position.
Dhelan is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Jain content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Dhelan is trying to maintain the position but Jain is very close to passing his half guard.
Dhelan is looking to improve his position.
Jain has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Jain trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T4#
Dhelan is trying to reverse the position but instead Jain has taken his back - oops!
Jain gets his hands free as Dhelan looks to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dhelan rolls, trying to escape but Jain keeps control of the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Dhelan defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Jain's arms.
Dhelan is really stuck here.
#SUB2#
Jain patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Dhelan wants to escape the position.
Jain trying to control momentarily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dhelan is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Mello MMA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Moganesh Jain will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Dhelan connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Jain's hands.
Jain paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Dhelan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jain throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jain stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Jain wants it to stay on the feet.
Zhan Dhelan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dhelan dives in and grabs Jain's left leg, looking for a takedown. Jain pushes down on Dhelan's head and hops out.
Jain tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Jain throws the left hand but Dhelan avoids the punch easily.
Jain jabs Dhelan right on the nose. Dhelan blinks but takes it well.
Jain throws a looping overhand right but Dhelan ducks down to avoid it.
Dhelan is looking to counter punch.
Dhelan on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Dhelan misses with a hook to the body
and Jain counters with a straight right hand.
Jain lands a really nice looking cross but Dhelan seems unphased.
Jain misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Jain has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Dhelan wants to land a leg kick but Jain is out of range.
Jain swings for the body but Dhelan moves out of range.
It looked like Dhelan was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Jain.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD#
Dhelan drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#SUB#
Dhelan thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T1#
Jain tries to buck Dhelan off but Dhelan is having none of it.
Jain is trying to control Dhelan's posture but Dhelan avoids it. #SUB#
Dhelan wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Jain, who protects the arm well.
Jain is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Jain gets back to half guard.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Jain gets back to full guard.
Dhelan wants to control from the top but Jain keeps moving.
Jain looking to control.
#SUB2#
Dhelan sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Jain doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Dhelan paying the price for stalling here - he's pushing hard on the arm trying to free himself but it's no use! He's tapped! WOW, quick submission from Jain - great work!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Moganesh Jain!
An out of breath and clearly excited Moganesh Jain thanked SynCity Fightwear for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
PL MMA 41
Date: May 30, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A low kick from Dhelan misses
and Bing Bang counters with a stiff right hand.
Dhelan throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bing Bang bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Dhelan shoots in and drives through. Bing Bang sprawls well.#TD2#
Dhelan looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Bing Bang!
Bing Bang sneaks back into half guard.#SUB2#
Dhelan is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Bing Bang sees it coming and defends easily.
Dhelan has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Bing Bang wants to hold on but Dhelan pushes him away.#SUB2#
Dhelan looking for a guillotine from mount but Bing Bang is having none of it.
Bing Bang is wriggling around trying to escape.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bing Bang tries to buck Dhelan off but Dhelan takes his back! #T1##SUB2#
Bing Bang defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
#SUB2#
Dhelan is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Bing Bang defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Dhelan is hanging on to Bing Bang's back as he tries to escape.
Bing Bang's coaches at Temple of Illumination have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#SUB2#
Bing Bang defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Dhelan's arms. #SUB2#
Bing Bang defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Dhelan is hanging on to Bing Bang's back as he tries to escape.
#SUB2#
Dhelan is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Bing Bang tries to break free.
#SUB2#
Dhelan is looking for the choke from the back position but Bing Bang is controlling his hands well. #T2#
You can see the frustration on Bing Bang's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#SUB2#
Dhelan is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Bing Bang has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Bing Bang trying to control but not successfully. #SUB2#
Dhelan patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
I really don't envy Bing Bang right now.
Bing Bang turns into Dhelan and is now in his guard.
#SUB2#
Dhelan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Bing Bang gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Bing Bang trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bing Bang has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Dhelan is looking for a triangle here but Bing Bang uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
#T3#
Dhelan regains half guard.
Dhelan regains full guard. Nicely done.
Bing Bang trying to control the position from guard on top but Dhelan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dhelan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bing Bang is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Dhelan looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Bing Bang passes into side control.
Dhelan manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Dhelan trying to get back to full guard but Bing Bang takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!#T4#
Bing Bang controlling from the full mount.
Dhelan tries to improve his position but instead Bing Bang has taken his back!
Dhelan rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#SUB2#
Dhelan actively working from the bottom here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dhelan is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Bing Bang jumps into side control!
Dhelan tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Bing Bang working away.
Dhelan might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Bing Bang haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Dhelan is trying to improve his position.
Bing Bang will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T5#
Dhelan is trying to control Bing Bang's posture but Bing Bang avoids it.
Dhelan tries to improve position but can't.
Dhelan gets back to half guard.
Bing Bang controlling the action here.
Dhelan moves into full guard.
#SUB2#
Dhelan is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Dhelan looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T6##SUB2#
Dhelan is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Bing Bang defends well.
Bing Bang's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Bing Bang knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Dhelan on the ground.
Bing Bang would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SUB2#
Dhelan looking for a triangle here. Bing Bang is fighting it but it looks tight! Dhelan pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Bing Bang is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Zhan Dhelan!
Zhan Dhelan bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
PL MMA 38 Kai vs Wright
Date: May 13, 2020 |
#R1##TD#
Dhelan darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Dhelan is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Dhelan is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Dhelan is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Huchkov is trying to stand up here but Dhelan is controlling him well. #T1#
Dhelan trying to mount his opponent but Huchkov defends it.
Dhelan is trying to control the action in half guard but Huchkov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Dhelan seems to be looking for submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Dhelan wants to work for an arm triangle but Huchkov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Dhelan is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Dhelan is pressing down on Huchkov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Huchkov is holding on for now. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Huchkov is defending against the submission attempts here by Dhelan.
Huchkov is trying to stand up here but Dhelan is controlling him well. #SUB#
Dhelan is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Huchkov defends it well.
Dhelan is stalling here. Huchkov is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Dhelan seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Huchkov has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. #SU2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Huchkov stands up. #T3#
A slow jab from Huchkov misses its intended target.
Dhelan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Huchkov moves away.
Dhelan moves away from the strike by Huchkov.
Huchkov swings for the body but Dhelan moves out of range.
Dhelan tries a low kick but Huchkov avoids it.
Jab from Dhelan.
Dhelan tries for a takedown but Huchkov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Dhelan takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #TD#
Dhelan manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Huchkov on his heels. He'll look to pass Huchkov's guard now, I'm sure.
Dhelan trying to control the position from guard on top but Huchkov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dhelan tries to free his leg and advance position but Huchkov is retaining full guard.
Dhelan is working hard here to advance position.
Dhelan trying to control but Huchkov is working from the bottom. #T4#
Dhelan passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Huchkov is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Dhelan is trying to get an arm triangle but Huchkov is defending well. #SUB#
Dhelan tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Huchkov is trying to buck Dhelan off.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zhan Dhelan dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Dhelan catches Huchkov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Dhelan lands an overhand right.
Huchkov lands an overhand right.
An inside leg kick lands from Huchkov.
Huchkov throws a poor cross that misses
#TD#
and Dhelan counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #SUB#
Dhelan has gone for a leg lock! Huchkov slips out almost immediately though and dives into Dhelan's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Huchkov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dhelan has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Huchkov has managed to get both his arms back between Dhelan's legs - danger averted.
Dhelan keeping moving, preventing Huchkov from controlling successfully.
Dhelan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Huchkov throwing strikes from guard but Dhelan blocks nicely. #SUB#
Dhelan is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Huchkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Dhelan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1##SUB#
Huchkov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Dhelan has his foot on Huchkov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Huchkov works his way back into a safe position though.
Dhelan looking for a sweep. Not yet Dhelan, not yet.
Huchkov tries to stand but Dhelan is controlling from the bottom.
Huchkov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Dhelan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Huchkov can do to turn this around?
Dhelan keeping moving, preventing Huchkov from controlling successfully.
Dhelan preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Huchkov cracks Dhelan with a solid left hand.
Huchkov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Huchkov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dhelan has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Huchkov has managed to get both his arms back between Dhelan's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Dhelan has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Huchkov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Dhelan keeping moving, preventing Huchkov from controlling successfully. #T2##SUB#
Dhelan working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Huchkov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Huchkov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Huchkov lands a couple of digs.#SUB#
Dhelan looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Huchkov passes into side control.
Dhelan tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Huchkov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Huchkov is working Dhelan over with some ground and pound from side control. #SU2#
Huchkov decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Nice uppercut lands for Huchkov. That snapped Dhelan's head back.
Matel Huchkov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Huchkov throws a hook to the side of Dhelan's head but Dhelan sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Huchkov throws a jab but it's blocked by Dhelan.
Dhelan takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Huchkov but Huchkov pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dhelan bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Huchkov's head backwards.#T3#
Dhelan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Huchkov manages to avoid it.
Huchkov missing with a left hand there. Dhelan was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Huchkov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dhelan.
Huchkov lands with an uppercut that bounces Dhelan off the cage and back into range.
Dhelan drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Matel Huchkov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Dhelan gets a double leg takedown into Huchkov's guard.
Dhelan looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Dhelan has gone for a leg lock! Huchkov slips out almost immediately though and dives into Dhelan's guard.#REVB#
Huchkov controlling from the top position. #SUB#
Dhelan looking for a guillotine here but Huchkov defends easily.
#T4#
Dhelan lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dhelan won't allow Huchkov to get back to his feet.
Dhelan wants to control from the top but Huchkov keeps moving.
Dhelan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Huchkov is keeping the position for now.
Huchkov wants to sweep here but Dhelan controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Dhelan drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Huchkov manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Dhelan has Huchkov in his guard.#REVB#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Matel Huchkov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Dhelan digs a good hook to Huchkov's body.
Huchkov throws a nice inside leg kick.
Dhelan uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Huchkov.
Matel Huchkov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dhelan pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Huchkov misses with a wild body shot.
Huchkov lands with a nice body punch.
Dhelan moves away from the strike by Huchkov.
Dhelan closes the distance and clinches up with Huchkov, looking for a takedown. Dhelan pushes Huchkov against the cage but Huchkov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Dhelan avoids the head kick by Huchkov.
Dhelan fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan dives in and grabs Huchkov's left leg, looking for a takedown. Huchkov pushes down on Dhelan's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Huchkov misses with a double jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Dhelan misses the target.
Huchkov sizes up Dhelan with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Huchkov lands a nice looking body shot.
Huchkov tries to clinch but Dhelan moves out of range.
Huchkov loads up on a big right hand but Dhelan slips the punch.
Dhelan throws an overhand right that lands on Huchkov's shoulder, as Huchkov tries to avoid the shot. #T1#
Huchkov misses with a looping right.
Dhelan motions for Huchkov to come forward. Dhelan throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Huchkov walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Dhelan checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Dhelan shoots in looking for a takedown but Huchkov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dhelan's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Huchkov throws a hook but Dhelan blocks it.
Dhelan slips under a jab.
The fight stays on the outside here - Huchkov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Dhelan throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Huchkov looks to throw the jab but Dhelan is out of range.
Huchkov closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Huchkov is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.#TD#
Dhelan scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Dhelan trying to control the position but Huchkov is working away.
Huchkov can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Dhelan is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Huchkov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
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Huchkov tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB#
Dhelan is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Huchkov has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Dhelan wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Huchkov, who protects the arm well. #T3#
Dhelan moves into full mount! #SUB#
Dhelan goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Huchkov turns into him and now he's in Dhelan's guard.
#SUB#
Dhelan working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Huchkov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Huchkov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Huchkov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dhelan has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Huchkov has managed to get both his arms back between Dhelan's legs - danger averted.
Dhelan has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Huchkov has passed into side control.
#T4#
Dhelan taking punishment in the form of punches.
Huchkov working away.
Huchkov trying to control the action but Dhelan is working from the bottom.
Huchkov lands a nice forearm strike.
Huchkov cracks Dhelan with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Huchkov scores with punches from side control.
Huchkov wants to control but Dhelan is keeping him busy.
Huchkov scoring with punches from side control.
Huchkov working away.
Dhelan tries to buck Huchkov off but Huchkov is having none of it.
Dhelan is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Huchkov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Dhelan with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB#
Dhelan looking for submissions off his back.
It looks like Huchkov is going to stand back up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Matel Huchkov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Huchkov 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 Wesley Smith scores the fight 28:29
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 28:29
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Matel Huchkov!
Matel Huchkov thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
PL MMA 34Dagestanskiy vs White
Date: Apr 29, 2020 |
#R1#
Dhelan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Time moves away.
A little jabbing left from Time on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nice sprawl there from Time as Dhelan shoots in.
Dhelan misses the jab.
Dhelan moves into range and connects with a jab.
We've been hearing reports that Dhelan has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Dhelan lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Dhelan throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Time's waist but Time gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Dhelan off to one side.
Time swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Dhelan on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Time misses with a body shot.
Time avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Time takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Time displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dhelan throws out the jab.
Dhelan moves out of range as Time strikes.
Time scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Dhelan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Time throws out a counter right but Dhelan avoids it with no problem.
A big right from Dhelan misses.
Zhan Dhelan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A punch lands to the side of Dhelan 's head but he takes it in his stride.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Time misses with an uppercut.
Dhelan shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Time misses with a looping right.
Time scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#TD#
Dhelan manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Time on his heels. He'll look to pass Time's guard now, I'm sure.#T1#
Time bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Dhelan's guard. #REVB#
Time wants to stand but Dhelan has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Time got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dhelan has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Time has managed to get both his arms back between Dhelan's legs - danger averted.
Time told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.#SU2#
Time gets to his feet - Dhelan follows without any prompting. #TD#
Dhelan shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Dhelan showed some decent athleticism there.
Time tries to kick Dhelan off but Dhelan keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #ES2#
Time kicks Dhelan off and gets back to his feet.
Time moves forwards but Dhelan connects with a nice, crisp jab.
A good leg kick by Time.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dhelan misses with a straight right.
Time throws out a leg kick but Dhelan moves out of range and Time only half commits.
Time moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Time throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Dhelan.
Dhelan is looking to counter the offense by Time and move into the clinch.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Dhelan is defended easily by Time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Dhelan has his takedown stuffed
and Time counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Dhelan looks to land a right hand but Time moved out of range.
Dhelan jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Time throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dhelan closes this distance looking for a takedown but Time circles away.
Time looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Time lands with an uppercut that bounces Dhelan off the cage and back into range.
Dhelan tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Time defends well and Dhelan ends up having to push Time into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Time defending well as Dhelan loads up on a big left hand.
Time looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Dhelan misses with an uppercut. Time saw that one coming.
Dhelan takes a swing at Time's ribcage but misses.
My Time is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Dhelan, as that shot connected.
Dhelan misses with a body shot.
Dhelan stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Dhelan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Time.
Dhelan fails with the takedown.#T3#
Time fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Dhelan has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#TD#
Dhelan closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Time quickly recovers to half guard.
Time is trying to stand up here but Dhelan is controlling him well.
Dhelan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Time keeps working.
Time tries to kick Dhelan off but Dhelan keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #ES2#
Time has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Dhelan is on him like a limpet, forcing Time back against the cage.
Dhelan tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Time just stands there and leans against the cage.
Dhelan tries to score a body lock takedown but Time shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#BC2#
Time breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Time with a nice cross.
Time keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Some wild striking there from Time.
Dhelan shoots in but Time avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dhelan steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Time. That one must have hurt.
Dhelan is looking to score with low kicks.
Dhelan fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Time fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dhelan manages to avoid it.
Dhelan has his takedown stuffed
and Time counters with a nice body kick.
Dhelan with a lazy takedown attempt
and Time counters with a nice uppercut.
Time throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Time displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dhelan throws out the jab.
Dhelan throws a hook but Time blocks it.
Time throws out a counter right but Dhelan avoids it with no problem.
Time misses with a body shot.
Dhelan connects with a good right hand that stumbles Time. Time circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Dhelan avoids the body shot from Time.
Dhelan swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dhelan misses with an uppercut
and Time counters with a two punch combo.
Time slips under a jab.
Time lands with an uppercut that bounces Dhelan off the cage and back into range.
Dhelan is trying hard to land a takedown here. Time sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Time looks like he wants to counter punch here.
An inside leg kick lands from Time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
My Time dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Dhelan goes for a double leg but Time avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Time continues to drive forward.
Dhelan takes one to the chin there.
Dhelan fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Dhelan misses with a lunging right hand
and Time cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Time moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
The fighters circling - Dhelan throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #TD#
Dhelan looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Time!#SUB#
Dhelan is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Time has escaped the position, nice work there.
Time is trying to get back to his feet.#ES2#
Time throws Dhelan to one side and escapes!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Time stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Time wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dhelan misses with a left hand
and Time counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Dhelan takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T1#
Time moves away from the strike by Dhelan.
Time looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Dhelan misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Time to counter with a crisp jab.
Dhelan with a poor takedown
and Time counters with a stiff right hand.
Time scores with a jab to the jaw.
Time scores with a body shot.
Dhelan connects with a looping right hand.
Time tries to move into range but Dhelan moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Time ducks under a wild hook from Dhelan.
Time lands with a nice body kick.
Dhelan misses the jab.
Dhelan shoots for a double leg takedown but Time sprawls well. He's pushed Dhelan's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Jab by Time.
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!
Dhelan misses with a wild body shot.
Dhelan closes this distance looking for a takedown but Time circles away.
Dhelan moves forwards but Time connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Dhelan tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Time defends well and Dhelan ends up having to push Time into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Time swings for the body but Dhelan moves out of range.
Time moves into range and connects with a jab.
Time has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Nice cross by Dhelan.#T2#
Dhelan throws a leg kick but Time moved away.
Time slips a straight right by Dhelan.
Dhelan throws a poor cross that misses
and Time counters with a leg kick.
Time pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Dhelan back to the cage. Time follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#CUT2#
It looks like Zhan Dhelan has been cut.
A punch lands to the side of Dhelan 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Dhelan throws a hook but Time avoids it easily.#TD#
Time tries to sprawl but Dhelan drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Dhelan is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Time has managed to free his arm - good work.
Dhelan wants to control but Time is keeping him busy. #ES2#
Time kicks off Dhelan and gets to his feet.
Dhelan slips a straight right by Time.
Time has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Dhelan throws a body shot but no joy.
A countering left hand to the body from Time misses.
Time connects with a jab.
Dhelan misses the jab.
Time is looking to land body kicks.#T3#
Time tries a low kick but Dhelan avoids it.
Time looks to land a right hand but Dhelan moved out of range.
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Time is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dhelan.
Dhelan just misses with a punch to the body.
Time misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dhelan.
My Time seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dhelan swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Time.
Time scores with a nice strike.
Time fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Time throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A slapping body kick lands there for Time.
Dhelan avoids the body shot from Time.
Dhelan with a poor takedown
and Time counters with a stiff right hand.
Time keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dhelan.
Time throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dhelan drops down looking for a counter takedown but Time sprawls and moves away.
Time lands a jab to the head.
Dhelan fails with a takedown attempt.
Time is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dhelan rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Time counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Dhelan thinking.
Time misses with a hook. Dhelan ducked under it nicely.
Time connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Dhelan misses the shot to the body.
Dhelan swings for the body but Time moves out of range.
Nice defenses there by Dhelan.
Dhelan feinted with a counter takedown.
Dhelan shoots in but Time avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Time takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Dhelan misses with an uppercut.
A decent looking cross lands there for Time.
Some bone on bone action there as Time checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dhelan throws a body shot but no joy.
Dhelan takes a swing at Time's ribcage but misses.
Dhelan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Time moves away.
Time tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dhelan was well out of range. Poor timing from Time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
My Time showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Zhan Dhelan's cut.
That's time! Dhelan's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
No joy there for Time, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Time fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Dhelan has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Dhelan motions for Time to come forward. Dhelan throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
It seemed like Time was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Dhelan throws a body shot but no joy.
A shot to the liver by Time. Beautiful body shot.
Time goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Dhelan checks the leg kick nicely there.
Dhelan appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Time throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Dhelan misses with a takedown attempt
and Time counters with a stiff right hand.
Time lands with a nice combination. Dhelan backs away looking to recover.
Time works Dhelan's body with a nice hook.
Time lands with a good body shot.
Dhelan dives in for a single leg takedown but Time sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
It seemed like Time was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dhelan misses with a hook
and Time counters with a straight right hand.
Time turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Time misses with a wild body shot.
Dhelan will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Dhelan fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Time fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Time slips a jab from Dhelan.
Time doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Time misses with a wild body shot.
Dhelan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Time was well out of range. Poor timing from Dhelan.
Dhelan takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Dhelan is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Dhelan takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Dhelan shoots in looking for a takedown. Time tries to sprawl out of it but Dhelan keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Time manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Time getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Time slips under a jab from Dhelan.
Nice defenses there by Dhelan.
Time misses with a body shot.
It looked like Dhelan was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Time.
Time scores with a nice head shot.
Dhelan uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Time.
Time slaps away a takedown attempt from Dhelan, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T2#
Dhelan shoots in and drives through. Time sprawls well.
Time throws a wild body kick that Dhelan sees coming a mile off.
Time throws a jab but it's blocked by Dhelan.
Dhelan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Time.
Time missing with a left hand there. Dhelan was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dhelan looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Time throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Time dips to his left and cracks Dhelan with an uppercut!
Dhelan misses the jab.
Time looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Dhelan stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Time misses with a double jab.
A shot to the body from Dhelan misses
and Time counters with a stiff right hand.
Time throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Dhelan on the side of the head.
Time takes a swing at Dhelan's ribcage but misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Dhelan misses the target.
Dhelan avoids a kick to the body.
Dhelan throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T3#
Dhelan connects with a jab.
Dhelan gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Time connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dhelan missing with a left hand there. Time was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Time blocks a low kick nicely.
Time darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Time keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Time misses with a looping left.
Dhelan fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Dhelan dives in and grabs Time's left leg, looking for a takedown. Time pushes down on Dhelan's head and hops out.
Time scores with a hook to the body. Dhelan takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Dhelan uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Time.
Time ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Time uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dhelan.
Dhelan swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Time only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Time tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dhelan was well out of range. Poor timing from Time.
Time swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Dhelan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Zhan Dhelan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Dhelan avoids the body shot from Time.
Dhelan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Time was well out of range. Poor timing from Dhelan.
Dhelan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Time.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Time misses with the combination.
My Time is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
A looping hook to the body misses from Time. Dhelan does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dhelan takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Time swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dhelan seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Dhelan shoots for a takedown but Time saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Time throws a nice looking combination but Dhelan bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Dhelan 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 Time has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Time and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
As Dhelan backs off Time throws a huge counter combo but Dhelan manages to avoid it all.
Dhelan 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.
Time lands with a good body shot.
Dhelan changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Time tries to avoid it but Dhelan manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Time to the ground. Time escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
An inside leg kick lands from Time.
Time swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Dhelan just misses with a punch to the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
My Time comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Time 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 Wesley Smith scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 27:30
Judge George Francis scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... My Time!
In his post fight interview, My Time started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
PL MMA 27 Inarritu vs Erikson
Date: Apr 03, 2020 |
#R1#
Dhelan shoots for a takedown but Kovarov saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kovarov misses with a hook.
Kovarov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Dhelan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kovarov throws out a counter right but Dhelan avoids it with no problem.
Kovarov misses with the combination.
Dhelan darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Dhelan tries to move into range but Kovarov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Dhelan throws a big shot that misses.
Kovarov has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Dhelan misses with a right hand
letting Kovarov counter with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kovarov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
As Dhelan backs off Kovarov throws a huge counter combo but Dhelan manages to avoid it all.
Dhelan fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Dhelan walks into a stiff left hand from Kovarov.#CL2#
Kovarov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD#
Dhelan successfully pulls guard.
Kovarov wants to control from the top but Dhelan keeps moving. #T1##SUB#
Dhelan is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Kovarov postures up and lands a big shot to Dhelan's brow.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kovarov throwing strikes but missing. #SUB#
Dhelan had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Kovarov defends it easily.
Kovarov wants to get up but he can't break Dhelan's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB#
Dhelan has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Kovarov doesn't defend quickly enough and Dhelan has managed to lock this one up! Can Kovarov escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Dhelan on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Zhan Dhelan!
Zhan Dhelan spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
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Event:
PL MMA 20 Pinochet vs Mencken
Date: Mar 11, 2020 |
#R1#
Dhelan fails to land the takedown.
Beltran tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Dhelan defends well and Beltran ends up having to push Dhelan into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#TD#
Dhelan feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Dhelan wants to control from the top but Beltran keeps moving.
Dhelan 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 ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dhelan looking to pass the guard.
Dhelan wants to control from the top but Beltran keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beltran keeping full guard, as Dhelan tries to pass.
Dhelan wants to control from the top but Beltran keeps moving. #T1##SUB#
Dhelan thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Beltran is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Beltran tries to close the distance and clinch but Dhelan swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Dhelan digs a good hook to Beltran's body.
Beltran fails with a takedown attempt.
Dhelan misses with an uppercut. Beltran saw that one coming.
Nice defenses there by Beltran.#TD2#
Beltran closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Beltran lands in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Dhelan has his foot on Beltran's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Beltran works his way back into a safe position though.
Dhelan wants to sweep but no luck.
Beltran loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T2#
Dhelan wants to sweep but no luck.
Dhelan trying to keep a closed guard but Beltran is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB#
Beltran got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dhelan has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Beltran has managed to get both his arms back between Dhelan's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Dhelan looking for a guillotine here but Beltran defends easily.
Dhelan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Dhelan is looking to sweep but instead, Beltran has passed into half guard.
#SUB#
Dhelan is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Beltran pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Dhelan is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Beltran pulls his head out easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dhelan works his way to full guard. Good work.#T3##SUB#
Dhelan is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Beltran has his hands clasped together but Dhelan extends and breaks Beltran's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Dhelan.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Zhan Dhelan!
Zhan Dhelan 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: Feb 20, 2020 |
#R1#
Dominiguez wants to clinch.
Dhelan misses with a wild body shot.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Dhelan.
Dhelan throws a hook to the side of Dominiguez's head but Dominiguez sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dominiguez tries to clinch but Dhelan moves out of range.
Dhelan lands a right hook to the body.
#TD2#
Dominiguez closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Dhelan to the mat! Dhelan manages to get full guard.
Dhelan wants to sweep here but Dominiguez controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Dhelan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Dominiguez gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Dominiguez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dhelan is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dominiguez is one step ahead there.
We've been hearing good reports from Dhelan'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.
Dhelan is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T1##SUB#
Dhelan looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Dhelan looking for a triangle here. Dominiguez is fighting it but it looks tight! Dhelan pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Dominiguez is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Zhan Dhelan!
A less than humble Zhan Dhelan misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
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Event:
TWGC 27 (145lbs, D1): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Dec 14, 2019 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Zhan Dhelan (ranked 1627 p4p, 0 weight class) and David Morrison (ranked 1735 p4p, 185 weight class). Morrison is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by Diary of a Madman. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Zhan Dhelan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 13 losses; David Morrison!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Alec Ball and Ian Loll.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Morrison closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dhelan (0) vs (2) Morrison
Dhelan trying to control but Morrison postures up.
Dhelan is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Morrison pulls his head out easily.
Morrison is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
The fighters are battling for position here. Dhelan manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Dhelan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Dhelan working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Morrison doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Morrison manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dhelan is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dhelan (2) vs (2) Morrison
Dhelan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Morrison is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan stopping the sweep attempt from Morrison.
Dhelan has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Morrison to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Dhelan is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Morrison pulls down on the head and he's put Dhelan to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). David Morrison!
After winning the bout, David Morrison 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:
Madness Fright Night 15
Date: Nov 24, 2019 |
#R1##TD#
Dhelan looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#SUB2#
Pico throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Dhelan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Pico is keeping the position for now.
Dhelan trying to control the position from guard on top but Pico is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pico is trying to control the position but Dhelan postures up.
Dhelan sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Dhelan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Pico keeping moving, preventing Dhelan from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan passes Pico's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Dhelan is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Pico sees it coming and defends easily.
Dhelan tries to pass to full mount but Pico defends it. #T1##SUB#
Dhelan wants to work for an arm triangle but Pico is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Dhelan is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Pico! #SUB#
Dhelan is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Pico has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Dhelan moves to the back. #SUB#
Dhelan looking to break Pico's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Pico remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Dhelan will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Dhelan is not going to allow Pico to sit and survive in this position. #SUB#
Dhelan is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Pico wants to escape the position.
#T2#
Pico looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #SUB#
Dhelan 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, Pico has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
I really don't envy Pico right now.
#SUB#
Dhelan looking for the choke from the back.
Dhelan tries to keep control of the position but Pico is staying busy.#SUB#
Pico defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Pico told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Dhelan working for a choke but Pico is defending well. #SUB#
Dhelan is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Pico defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #T3#
Pico trying to control the position but Dhelan manages to sink in the hooks. #SUB#
Dhelan is persistently looking for the submission but Pico is defending it well.
#SUB#
Dhelan has the hooks in and he's looking for a rear naked choke here. Pico is defending well but eventually Dhelan manages to get an arm under the chin and he's locked on the RNC! Pico has no choice but to tap now! He does! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Zhan Dhelan!
Zhan Dhelan 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.
In defeat, Bryson Pico stepped up to the mic, saying 'The fans deserved a better performance from me. I will not let them down again.'.
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Event:
Madness Fright Night 13
Date: Nov 10, 2019 |
#R1#
Dhelan throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Pico sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Pico uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dhelan.
Jab by Dhelan.
Dhelan misses the jab.
Pico looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Dhelan is fending him off so far but Pico persists. Nope, Dhelan circles away and we're back to standing.
Dhelan misses with a straight left.
Pico gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Dhelan ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Nice defenses there by Dhelan.
Dhelan pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Pico ducks under a wild hook from Dhelan.
Dhelan throws a hook to the side of Pico's head but Pico sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dhelan misses with a lunging right hand
#TD#
and Pico counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Pico will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
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!
Pico is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Our spies down at at Mello MMA inform us that Dhelan has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Dhelan keeping moving, preventing Pico from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dhelan wants to sweep here but Pico controlling him for the moment. #T1#
Pico controls from within his opponent's guard.
Dhelan is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Pico trying to control the position from guard on top but Dhelan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dhelan 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.
Dhelan trying to control the position.
Pico stands and throws Dhelan's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Pico is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Dhelan's shoulder. That is not cool.
Pico trying to control the position but Dhelan is working away.
Dhelan is looking to regain half guard here but Pico keeps moving and retains side control. #T2#
Pico working away.#SUB#
Pico is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Dhelan knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Pico controlling the position.
Dhelan tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dhelan gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Pico fails to advance to Dhelan's back.
Pico works his way to his opponent's back.
#SUB#
Dhelan is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Pico is hanging on to Dhelan's back as he tries to escape.
#T3#
Pico not allowing Dhelan to control his hands.
Dhelan prevents Pico from getting a body triangle.
Dhelan manages to reverse the position and now he's in Pico's guard. Nice work there by Dhelan.
#SUB#
Pico looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Dhelan content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
Pico looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Pico looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Dhelan passes Pico's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Pico is staying active underneath Dhelan, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T4#
Pico tries to get to full guard but Dhelan has control of the leg.
Pico has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Dhelan is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Pico actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Dhelan is trying to work for a kimura but Pico is defending well.
#SUB#
Pico is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dhelan pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Dhelan is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Pico manages to get to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pico keeping full guard, as Dhelan tries to pass.
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 Bryson Pico will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Pico takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Pico misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Dhelan changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Dhelan uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Dhelan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pico.
Dhelan lands an overhand right.
Dhelan paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Zhan Dhelan seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD#
Pico shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Pico working Dhelan over with strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pico wants to pass the guard but Dhelan is defending well.
Pico is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Dhelan trying to control from the bottom.
Pico seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Dhelan does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T1#
Pico is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Dhelan is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Dhelan wants to improve his position but Pico is controlling well.
Dhelan keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Dhelan tries to roll over but Pico keeps him under control.
Pico perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Pico is looking to advance position but Dhelan won't allow it.
Dhelan is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Dhelan manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Pico avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Pico preventing the sweep.
Dhelan looking to control.
Bryson Pico overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Pico engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T2#
Pico advances to half guard.
Pico wants to pass the guard but Dhelan is defending well.
Dhelan wants to improve his position but Pico is controlling well.
Dhelan gets back to full guard.
Pico trying to control but Dhelan is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Dhelan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Pico gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Pico stopping the sweep attempt from Dhelan.
Pico stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dhelan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dhelan can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Pico controls the pace.
Dhelan looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T3#
Pico pushing down on Dhelan's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Pico perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Pico seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Dhelan does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Dhelan gets back to full guard.
Dhelan being controlled here, momentarily.
Dhelan wants to sweep here but Pico controlling him for the moment.
Pico trying to control the position from guard on top but Dhelan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dhelan has a closed guard, preventing Pico from standing up. #SUB2#
Dhelan working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Pico doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Pico manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Pico preventing the sweep. #T4#
Pico wants to control from the top but Dhelan keeps moving.
Dhelan tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Dhelan keeping moving, preventing Pico from controlling successfully.
Dhelan looking for a sweep. Not yet Dhelan, not yet.
Dhelan keeping moving, preventing Pico from controlling successfully.
Dhelan is trying to keep Pico in close.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Nice defenses there by Pico.
A cross from Dhelan lands.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pico misses with a takedown attempt - Dhelan sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Pico darts in looking for a takedown but Dhelan gets double underhooks and turns Pico into the cage.
Pico fails to land the takedown.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zhan Dhelan 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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Pico tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Dhelan defends well and Pico ends up having to push Dhelan into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Pico takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Dhelan paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Dhelan fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Dhelan cracks Pico with a right hand to the side of the head.
Dhelan swings widly with a right hand
#TD#
and Pico counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Dhelan!
Pico is staying tight to Dhelan's torso, preventing him from escaping.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dhelan tries to buck Pico off but Pico is having none of it.
Dhelan is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pico uses his free foot to push down on Dhelan's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Dhelan.
Pico looking to control and managing it successfully.
Dhelan is looking to improve his position but Pico isn't that keen on the idea.
Pico tries to control but Dhelan wriggling away. #T1#
Dhelan is looking to get to half guard.
Pico sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Dhelan regains half guard.
Pico wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dhelan keeps working.
Dhelan gets back to full guard.
Dhelan keeping full guard, as Pico tries to pass. #SUB2#
Dhelan is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Pico is aware though and is defending well.
Pico pushes down on Dhelan's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T2#
Pico content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Dhelan has his hands clasped together around Pico's back. He's all about the action.
Pico trying to control the pace.
Pico prevents Dhelan from improving his position.
Pico passes into side control, despite Dhelan's attempt to control the position.
Pico advances to full mount.
Pico lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Dhelan sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#T3#
Dhelan is looking to improve his position.
Dhelan won't allow Pico to pass to mount.
Pico is trying to control the action in half guard but Dhelan is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Pico trying to mount his opponent but Dhelan defends it.
Pico content to control rather than advance.
Pico is trying to control. Dhelan wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Dhelan trying to control here.
#SUB#
Pico is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Dhelan has managed to free his arm - good work.
Dhelan tries to get to full guard but Pico has control of the leg. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Pico slows the pace down in half guard.
Pico seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Dhelan is trying to get back to full guard.
Dhelan is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Pico's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Pico's back!
Dhelan doesn't have the hooks in and Pico manages to turn into his guard.
Dhelan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Pico 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.
Dhelan is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bryson Pico showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Pico 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 Elvis Blanc scores the fight 29:29
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 29:29
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 29:28
The fight is ruled a majority draw!
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Event:
Madness Insanity 10
Date: Oct 27, 2019 |
#R1#
The Crab misses with a hook. Dhelan ducked under it nicely.
Dhelan fails with an attempt to clinch.
The Crab only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as The Crab sprawls well. The Crab wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Dhelan gets slowly back to his feet.
The Crab scores with a hook.
Dhelan shoots in but no luck this time.
The Crab misses with an uppercut
and Dhelan connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL2#
The Crab gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Crab misses with a punch on the inside.
The Crab digs a right hand into Dhelan's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Dhelan's gas tank. #TD2#
The Crab ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. The Crab no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
The Crab is trying to keep Dhelan in close.
Dhelan trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Dhelan postures up.
#SUB2#
The Crab has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Dhelan doesn't defend quickly enough and The Crab has managed to lock this one up! Can Dhelan escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to The Crab on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Henry The Crab!
Henry The Crab thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
Madness Insanity 7
Date: Oct 06, 2019 |
#R1#
Bak connects with a right hand. Dhelan shakes it off.
Bak keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Dhelan uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Bak has time to react.#CL#
Dhelan moves into the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Bak.
Bak content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Bak avoiding damage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bak. #BC2#
Bak breaks from the clinch.
Dhelan on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Dhelan with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bak counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL2#
Bak fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Dhelan, pushing him back against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bak lands a right hand.
A right handed body shot lands from Bak.
A short right from Bak.
Dhelan is trying to pull guard but Bak has him pressed against the cage.#T1##TD#
Dhelan ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Dhelan no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Dhelan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Dhelan 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.
Dhelan trying to control the position.
#SU2#
Bak decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Dhelan, up you get!
A big right from Bak misses.
A little feinted left hand from Dhelan on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#CL2#
Bak takes the fight into the clinch.
Bak gets through Dhelan's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Dhelan fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dhelan tries to pull guard but Bak forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Bak lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dhelan backwards.
Dhelan is trying to pull guard but Bak turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Dhelan doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Bak.
Dhelan is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Bak to keep the fight standing.#T2#
Nice body punch from Bak - that landed with a thud.
#TD#
Dhelan decides to pull guard. #SUB#
Dhelan is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Dhelan is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Bak is aware though and is defending well.
Bak trying to stand up but can't free himself from Dhelan's guard.
Dhelan looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Bak got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dhelan has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bak has managed to get both his arms back between Dhelan's legs - danger averted.
Dhelan tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Dhelan has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bak can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T3#
Dhelan wants to sweep but no luck.
Dhelan is working hard here to advance position.
Dhelan wants to hit a switch here but Bak passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Dhelan there!
Dhelan is trying to escape the mount.
#SU2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Bak get's back to his feet.#T4#
Dhelan with a lazy takedown attempt
and Dhelan takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Gun Seok Bak seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A chopping leg kick lands by Bak.
Bak is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Nice defenses there by Dhelan.
Dhelan doesn't manage to clinch there - Bak circles away.
Dhelan has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Dhelan there as he acknowledges the shot.
Bak connects with a leg kick. Dhelan looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Dhelan takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dhelan tries to clinch up but Bak circles away and keeps his distance.
Dhelan fails with the takedown.
Bak let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Bak lands a jab to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gun Seok Bak dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Bak scores with a shoulder strike. #TD#
Dhelan is trying to trip Bak. He has hold of a leg but Bak is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Dhelan persists though and gets the takedown into guard.#ES2#
Bak manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Bak works the jab nicely.
Bak thumps Dhelan with a low kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dhelan ducks right into an uppercut from Bak.
Bak throws a shot to the body.
Dhelan closes the distance looking to clinch
and Bak counters with a stiff right hand. #CL#
Dhelan forces Bak back against the cage and clinches.#T1##TD#
Dhelan decides to pull guard. #SUB#
Dhelan is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Bak preventing the sweep. #SU2#
Bak stands up and waves to Dhelan to follow him.
Bak dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bak has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Bak misses the shot to the body.
Dhelan moves to clinch but Bak breaks away
and Bak counters with a left and a right that stings Dhelan. #T2##CL2#
Bak moves into the clinch successfully.
Bak lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Dhelan backwards.
Bak has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Bak leaning against his opponent.
Bak works on Dhelan's body with a couple of short punches.
Dhelan tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Bak smiles and moves away.
Bak has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Dhelan wants to clinch.
Bak flicks out a counter leg kick but Dhelan steps away.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A body shot lands from Bak.
#T3#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bak creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Bak stalls.
Bak doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dhelan tries to pull guard but Bak holds him up against the cage and eventually Dhelan drops back down to his feet.
Dhelan tries for a takedown but Bak manages to get underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bak lands a hook to the side of the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Bak.
Bak manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Dhelan has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Bak after a bit of a struggle.
Bak lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Dhelan or not.
Bak presses Dhelan against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Bak works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Bak scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T4#
Dhelan fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Dhelan tries to pull guard but Bak forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Dhelan tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Bak just stands there and leans against the cage.#BC2#
Bak breaks from the clinch.
A right-left combo lands from Bak. #CUT2#
It looks like Zhan Dhelan has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dhelan shoots in and drives through. Bak sprawls well.
Dhelan misses with a takedown attempt - Bak sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Bak tests Dhelan's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bak scores with a hook to the body. Dhelan takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Bak lands a nice shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gun Seok Bak showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Zhan Dhelan's cut.
That's time! Dhelan's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Bak, right into the meat.
Dhelan wants to clinch
and Bak counters with a left to the body.
Bak rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Dhelan moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Gun Seok Bak seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nice uppercut lands for Bak. That snapped Dhelan's head back.
Dhelan looks to clinch
and Bak counters with an outside leg kick.
Bak throws a nice inside leg kick.
Dhelan on the wrong end of a nice jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bak connects with a looping right hand.
Nice shot by Bak.
Dhelan takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dhelan tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bak manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T1#
Bak scores with a sloppy right hand. Dhelan should have avoided that one. #CL#
Dhelan closes the distance and pushes Bak back into the cage.
Bak lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bak lands with a light punch inside.
Dhelan fails to pull guard.
Dhelan tries to pull guard but Bak holds him up against the cage and eventually Dhelan drops back down to his feet.
Dhelan tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Bak smiles and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bak misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bak lands with a good body shot.
Dhelan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dhelan is looking to clinch.
Bak is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Dhelan tries to clinch but Bak is having none of it. #T2#
Dhelan tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
A decent looking cross lands there for Bak.
Bak scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
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!
Bak stuffs the takedown.
Bak slaps away a takedown attempt from Dhelan, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bak digs a good hook to Dhelan's body.
Dhelan has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Bak.
No luck for Dhelan with that takedown attempt.
Bak now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T3#
Dhelan on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Good shot there by Bak.
Bak lands a jab to the head.
Bak digs a good hook to Dhelan's body.
Bak scores with a punch to the head.
Bak scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Bak connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Bak ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Dhelan walks into a left hand.
Dhelan fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bak avoids it really well and circles away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bak! But no joy.#T4##CL2#
Bak rushes Dhelan and presses him up against the cage.
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!
Dhelan tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Bak lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Dhelan.
Bak misses with a punch to the body.
Bak misses with a punch to the body.
#BC2#
Bak breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bak lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Bak scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Dhelan doesn't seem bothered though. #CL#
Dhelan gets a clinch.
Zhan Dhelan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dhelan misses with a punch to the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gun Seok Bak comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bak 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 Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 26:30
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 26:30
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gun Seok Bak!
Gun Seok Bak 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:
Madness 14 Orndorf Vs PinkHole
Date: Sep 22, 2019 |
#R1#
The fighters circle momentarily. Cha darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Cha throws a hook but Dhelan blocks it.
Dhelan takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Cha misses with a low kick.
Cha throws a low kick but it's checked well by Dhelan.
Cha looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A leg kick checked by Dhelan.
Dhelan tries to counter by closing the distance.
A big right from Cha misses.
Cha lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
#CUT#
It looks like Zhan Dhelan has been cut.
Cha misses with a combination
and Dhelan counters with a stiff right hand.
Dhelan displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Cha throws out the jab.
Cha throws a hook but Dhelan blocks it.
Cha cracks Dhelan with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Cha 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 Dhelan has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Dhelan and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.#CL2#
Dhelan clinches with his opponent.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cha lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Cha goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T1#
Dhelan jumps guard but Cha stands there with Dhelan around his waist. Dhelan gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Cha tries to work over Dhelan's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Dhelan jumps guard but Cha turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #TD2#
Dhelan decides to pull guard.
Cha not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dhelan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Dhelan is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Cha defends well.
Dhelan wants to sweep but no luck.
Cha is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Dhelan keeping moving, preventing Cha from controlling successfully.
Dhelan can't keep his opponent in guard - Cha advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Dhelan is looking for a sweep. Cha is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Cha trying to pass the guard but Dhelan defending well.
Dhelan wants to get back to full guard.
Cha trying to control from half guard but Dhelan is working away.
Cha trying to mount his opponent but Dhelan defends it.
Dhelan trying to control here.
Cha is looking to advance position but Dhelan won't allow it.
Cha with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Dhelan manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T3##SUB2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Cha avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Dhelan is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Cha rolls with it to try and escape but Dhelan cranks on the arm and Cha is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Zhan Dhelan!
Zhan Dhelan spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
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Event:
Madness 10: BW CC Rd 2
Date: Aug 24, 2019 |
#R1##TD#
Dhelan gets a takedown into half guard.
Woods wants to improve his position but Dhelan is controlling well.
Dhelan trying to mount his opponent but Woods defends it.
Woods is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Woods wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Dhelan wants to work for an arm triangle but Woods is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dhelan wants to control but Woods is keeping him busy.
Woods 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.#SUB#
Dhelan seems to be looking for submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Woods trying to control here.
#SUB#
Dhelan seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Woods looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T1#
Woods trying to control from the bottom.
Dhelan passes to full mount!
Dhelan wants to take Woods's back here but Woods is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Woods is working to get back to half guard.
Dhelan is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Woods is in real trouble.
Woods tries to roll but Dhelan sticks to his back.
#SUB#
Dhelan looking for the RNC. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Dhelan working for a choke but Woods is defending well. #T2#
Woods wants to control his opponent's hands but Dhelan gets his hands free.
Woods tries to roll but Dhelan sticks to his back.
#SUB#
Dhelan working for a choke but Woods is defending well. #SUB#
Woods 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 Dhelan gets his way!
Woods is really stuck here.
#SUB#
Dhelan is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Woods defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #T3#
Woods is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Woods staying busy and making it hard for Dhelan to control. #SUB#
Dhelan tightening his grip on Woods, looking for the choke.
Woods tries to roll but Dhelan sticks to his back.
Dhelan wants to control but Woods is keeping busy.#SUB#
Dhelan is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Woods has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB#
Dhelan is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
#SUB#
Dhelan looking to break Woods's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Woods remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Dhelan will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#T4#
Woods prevents Dhelan from getting a body triangle.#SUB#
Woods preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Dhelan.
Woods is really stuck here.
Woods breaks Dhelan's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Woods tries to free his leg and advance position but Dhelan is retaining full guard.
Dhelan 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.
Woods throws a big elbow that misses.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dhelan keeping moving, preventing Woods from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Dhelan throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Woods escapes and throws Dhelan's legs to the side, diving into side control! #SUB2#
Woods tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Woods has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zhan Dhelan 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##TD#
Dhelan fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Woods sprawls well initially but Dhelan persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Woods pushes Dhelan off but Dhelan dives into side control.
Zhan Dhelan overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Dhelan is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Woods knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Dhelan wants to control but Woods is keeping him busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Woods manages to get back to half guard.
Woods wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Dhelan is looking for a kimura but Woods is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Dhelan to get the leverage. #T1#
Woods gets back to full guard.
Woods is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Woods is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Dhelan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Woods keeping moving, preventing Dhelan from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Woods looking for subs off his back but Dhelan has passed one foot through into half guard.
Woods is pressing down on Dhelan's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Woods is trying to hold Dhelan in close to prevent damage but Dhelan has managed to pass into half guard.
Dhelan tries to pass to full mount but Woods defends it. #T2#
Woods wants to control but Dhelan is keeping busy.
Woods is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Dhelan 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.
Woods is looking for a sweep. Dhelan is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Dhelan wants to work for an arm triangle but Woods is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T3#
The fighters are battling for position here. Woods manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Woods keeping full guard, as Dhelan tries to pass. #SUB2#
Woods has his foot on Dhelan's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Dhelan works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Woods is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Woods not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Dhelan slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Woods tries to improve position but can't.
Woods looking for a sweep but Dhelan has passed into full mount! Oh no!#SUB#
Dhelan goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Woods turns into him and now he's in Dhelan's guard.
#T4#
Woods stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dhelan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Woods stands and throws Dhelan's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Dhelan is looking for a sweep.
Dhelan gets back to half guard.
Dhelan gets back to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Woods missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Dhelan wants to sweep here but Woods controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Dhelan is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Woods is aware though and is defending well.
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 Zhan Dhelan will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back 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##TD2#
Woods looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Dhelan wants to control but Woods is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Woods prevents Dhelan from improving his position.
Dhelan makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Dhelan.#SUB#
Woods avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Woods trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Dhelan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Woods can do to turn this around?
Dhelan looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Dhelan looking for a guillotine here but Woods defends easily.
#T1#
Dhelan wants to sweep here but Woods controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Dhelan looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Dhelan is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Woods looking to pass the guard.
Dhelan manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Woods manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR##SUB2#
Woods is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dhelan is aware though and is defending well.
Woods trying to control the position.
#T2#
Dhelan wants to pass the guard but Woods is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Woods is looking for a triangle but Dhelan pushes his legs off easily.
Woods looking to control.
Dhelan trying to control the position from guard on top but Woods is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dhelan trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Woods is trying to control the position but Dhelan postures up.
Dhelan trying to control the position from guard on top but Woods is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Woods keeping full guard, as Dhelan tries to pass. #T3#
Woods is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#SUB2#
Woods has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dhelan can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Dhelan trying to control but Woods is working from the bottom.
Dhelan pushes down on Woods's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Dhelan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Woods keeps working. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Woods won't allow Dhelan to pass to mount.
Woods tries to get to full guard but Dhelan has control of the leg.
Woods trying to control here.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Ickey Woods has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#CL#
Dhelan clinches up against the cage.#TD2#
Woods manages to pull guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Woods working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Dhelan doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Dhelan manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Woods is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Dhelan pushing down on Woods's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Ickey Woods.
Well Dhelan 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 Gregory Folan scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 29:28
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Zhan Dhelan!
In his post fight interview, Zhan Dhelan started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
Madness 6: BW/LOM Week 1
Date: Jul 27, 2019 |
#R1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Dhelan is defended easily by Pacheco.#CL#
Dhelan fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Pacheco, pushing him back against the cage.
Pacheco has had enough of the clinch but Dhelan keeps him there for the moment.#TD#
Dhelan gets control of Pacheco's arms and successfully pulls guard. Dhelan will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Pacheco won't allow Dhelan to sweep him here. #SUB#
Dhelan looking for a guillotine here but Pacheco defends easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pacheco looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Dhelan is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Pacheco defends well.
Pacheco is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Dhelan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T1#
Dhelan lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Dhelan looking to pass the guard.
Dhelan trying to control but Pacheco is working from the bottom.
Pacheco keeping full guard, as Dhelan tries to pass.
Dhelan passes Pacheco's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Pacheco keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Dhelan tries to pass to full mount but Pacheco defends it. #T2#
Pacheco wants to get back to his feet.
Pacheco wants to control but Dhelan is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Dhelan wants to work for an arm triangle but Pacheco is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Pacheco trying to hold on to Dhelan's head to control him but Dhelan postures up.
#SUB#
Dhelan is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Pacheco doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Dhelan. #SUB#
Dhelan is trying to work for a kimura but Pacheco is defending well.
#T3##ES2#
Pacheco has one foot on Dhelan's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Pacheco throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Dhelan.
Dhelan avoids the head kick by Pacheco.
Dhelan looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL#
Dhelan moves into the clinch.
Dhelan drops down looking for an ankle pick but Pacheco pulls his leg out and moves away.
#TD#
Dhelan scores with a takedown into Pacheco's guard.#T4#
Pacheco keeping full guard, as Dhelan tries to pass.
Pacheco keeping moving, preventing Dhelan from controlling successfully.
Pacheco keeping full guard, as Dhelan tries to pass.
Dhelan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Pacheco wants to stand and escape but Dhelan is having none of it.
Pacheco wants to hit a switch here but Dhelan passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Pacheco there!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pacheco has given up his back here. Will Dhelan look for the submission or keep pounding away?
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zhan Dhelan dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Dhelan rushes Pacheco and presses him up against the cage.#TD#
Dhelan manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Dhelan trying to keep a closed guard but Pacheco is proving a slippery customer.
Dhelan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Pacheco is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Pacheco got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dhelan has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Pacheco has managed to get both his arms back between Dhelan's legs - danger averted.
Dhelan looking to control.
#SUB#
Dhelan throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Pacheco preventing the sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Dhelan looking for a guillotine here but Pacheco defends easily.
#SUB#
Dhelan looking for a guillotine here but Pacheco defends easily.
#T1#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Pacheco accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Pacheco passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Dhelan manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#SUB#
Dhelan is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dhelan is looking to pass Pacheco's guard but actually Pacheco recovers to full guard.
Dhelan tries to free his leg and advance position but Pacheco is retaining full guard.
Dhelan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pacheco can do to turn this around?#T2#
Pacheco wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Pacheco throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Dhelan postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Pacheco is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Dhelan, into his guard. #REVB#
Dhelan tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Zhan Dhelan overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Dhelan 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##SUB#
Dhelan is working for a submission of some sort.
Dhelan is looking to take a break and control but Pacheco is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3##SUB#
Dhelan 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.
Pacheco wants to control but Dhelan is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Pacheco looks like he's trying to stand up.
#T4#
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.#SUB#
Dhelan seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Dhelan is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Dhelan 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.
Pacheco is controlling Dhelan's trapped leg to prevent Dhelan from advancing to side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zhan Dhelan dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Dhelan shoots in but no luck this time. #TD#
Dhelan scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Dhelan advances to mount.
Dhelan looking to control but Pacheco is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB#
Dhelan is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Pacheco has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Pacheco! #SUB#
Dhelan working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Pacheco doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Pacheco manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Dhelan 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#
Dhelan seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Pacheco does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T1#
Pacheco holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #SUB#
Dhelan is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Pacheco has managed to free his arm - good work.
Dhelan wants to free his trapped foot but Pacheco is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Dhelan prevents Pacheco from improving his position.
Dhelan stops Pacheco from getting back to his feet.
#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Pacheco controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Dhelan wants to pass to mount but Pacheco is defending the position.
Pacheco is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Pacheco is defending against the submission attempts here by Dhelan.
Dhelan works his way into full mount! #T3#
Pacheco is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Dhelan has taken his back.
Dhelan is trying to stick to Pacheco's back but Pacheco is turning into Dhelan. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Dhelan's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Pacheco.
Dhelan looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Pacheco working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Dhelan utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Pacheco trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Pacheco controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Dhelan is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Jose Pacheco has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Pacheco stopping the sweep attempt from Dhelan.
Pacheco trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Pacheco is sitting in close to Dhelan's body. Dhelan has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Pacheco is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Pacheco is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Dhelan.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:34 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Zhan Dhelan!
Zhan Dhelan bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
Madness 1: Reawakening
Date: Jun 14, 2019 |
#R1##CL2#
Dhelan clinches up with Fatiman and pushes him back against the cage.
Dhelan tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Fatiman smiles and moves away.
Dhelan takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
We've been informed that Dhelan 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.
Fatiman rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Dhelan moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Wilner Fatiman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fatiman throws out a loose jab but Dhelan uses good head movement to avoid it.
It seemed like Dhelan was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#CL2#
Dhelan closes the distance and clinches.
Dhelan tries to throw a body punch but Fatiman avoids it by throwing Dhelan back against the cage. #TD2#
Dhelan gets control of Fatiman's arms and successfully pulls guard. Dhelan will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Dhelan has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Fatiman has passed into side control.
Dhelan struggling a bit here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan is looking to reverse the position.
Dhelan keeps trying to improve his position.#SU#
Fatiman decides to take the fight back to the feet. #T1#
Fatiman throws a big shot that misses.
Sloppy strikes from Fatiman. Those never looked like landing.
Fatiman rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Dhelan moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Fatiman staying out of range there.
Fatiman pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Dhelan back to the cage. Fatiman follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Fatiman just misses with a punch to the body.
#CL2#
Dhelan closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Dhelan is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Fatiman to keep the fight standing.
Dhelan jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Fatiman walks away with a smile on his face. Dhelan gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Wilner Fatiman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zhan Dhelan.
Fatiman just misses with a punch to the body.
Fatiman misses with a jab, cross combination.
#CL#
Fatiman instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Dhelan manages to pull guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fatiman stopping the sweep attempt from Dhelan.#T2##SUB2#
Dhelan is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dhelan is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Dhelan trying to control but Fatiman is working from the bottom.
Fatiman wants to stand up but Dhelan is controlling him.
Dhelan trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Fatiman manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
Fatiman trying to stand up but can't free himself from Dhelan's guard.#SUB2#
Dhelan working for a triangle but Fatiman defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Fatiman is sitting in close to Dhelan's body. Dhelan has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Fatiman is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Fatiman is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Dhelan.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Zhan Dhelan!
After the fight, Zhan Dhelan was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 06, 2019 |
#R1#
Fight throws a sloppy head kick and Dhelan moves out of range easily.
Dhelan throwing a counter right hand but Fight manages to avoid it.#CL#
Dhelan clinches with his opponent.
Fight scores a nice knee to the body.
#TD#
Dhelan has hold of one of Fight's legs. Fight is fighting the takedown attempt but Dhelan gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Fight is looking to stand back up but Dhelan counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Fight. #REVB##SUB#
Dhelan 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! Fight is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Zhan Dhelan!
A very excited looking Zhan Dhelan 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:
ADWGC Sydney
Date: Mar 24, 2019 |
Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Zhan Dhelan (ranked 3805 p4p, 183 weight class) and Brian Marais (ranked 4613 p4p, 219 weight class). Marais is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: The Offspring - Come Out And Play. Well, I have no idea who's going to take this one!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Zhan Dhelan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 4 losses; Brian Marais!
The judges for this bout are Ron Honeybunn, John Mangel and Skip Squint.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Marais is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Dhelan's half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dhelan (0) vs (2) Marais
Dhelan gets full guard.
Dhelan working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Marais doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Marais manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Marais wants to control from the top but Dhelan keeps moving.
Dhelan looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Dhelan bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Marais's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dhelan (2) vs (2) Marais
Dhelan postures up.
Marais is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Marais is trying to keep Dhelan in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marais keeping full guard, as Dhelan tries to pass.
Dhelan is working hard here to advance position.
Dhelan sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Marais's guard.
Marais 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.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Marais is trying to control but can't.
Marais is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
We've been hearing good reports from Dhelan'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.
Dhelan is working for a kimura but Marais is defending it quite comfortably.
Dhelan is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Marais has managed to free his arm - good work.
Marais is looking for a sweep. Dhelan is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Marais has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Dhelan is working away from the top position though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dhelan is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Marais tries to get to full guard but Dhelan has control of the leg.
Marais wants to control but Dhelan is keeping busy.
Dhelan is keen to just control but Marais is a slippery customer.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Marais trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Dhelan manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Dhelan (5) vs (2) Marais
Dhelan wants to take Marais's back here but Marais is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Marais working to try and regain half guard.
Dhelan working for a guillotine from mount but Marais is in no mood to give up.
Marais has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Dhelan (8) vs (2) Marais
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Marais is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Dhelan has his arm under Marais's chin here. Game over son! Dhelan squeezes tightly and Marais is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Zhan Dhelan!
A very excited looking Zhan Dhelan 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.
The defeated Brian Marais had this to say: 'Not to get too technical, but according to chemistry, alcohol is a solution.'. |
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Event:
ADWGC 8
Date: Mar 10, 2019 |
Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Mr Ward (ranked 4466 p4p, 195 weight class) and Zhan Dhelan (ranked 3691 p4p, 165 weight class). I don't know about you partner, but I'm pumped for this one!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 12 losses; Mr Ward! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Zhan Dhelan!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Dillan Fox and Alec Ball.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Ward closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ward (2) vs (0) Dhelan
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ward is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Dhelan doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Ward.
Ward is looking for a kimura here.
Ward tries to pass to full mount but Dhelan defends it.
Ward has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Dhelan tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Ward has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Ward (5) vs (0) Dhelan
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ward working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Dhelan 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan working to try and regain half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Dhelan defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Ward.
Ward has hold of Dhelan's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Dhelan manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Dhelan is looking to improve his position but Ward isn't that keen on the idea.
Ward working from mount. He moves in close and looks like he might be going for an arm triangle... He's hopped off to the side and he's transitioned into an Anaconda choke. Dhelan turning a nasty shade of purple. He's refusing to tap but he's gone! He's out! The ref rips Ward off and cradles Dhelan's limp body as Ward celebrates with his corner.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Anaconda Choke). Mr Ward!
Mr Ward decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
ADWGC 5
Date: Mar 01, 2019 |
Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Masa Wasa (ranked 2210 p4p, 105 weight class) and Zhan Dhelan (ranked 3592 p4p, 155 weight class). Wasa kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Welcome To The Jungle. Both fighters look pumped up here. Let's hope this is a good fight!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 12 losses; Masa Wasa! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Zhan Dhelan!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, William Peck and Ian Loll.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Wasa gets a double leg takedown into Dhelan's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Wasa (2) vs (0) Dhelan
Dhelan looking for a guillotine here but Wasa defends easily.
Dhelan keeping moving, preventing Wasa from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dhelan wants to sweep here but Wasa controlling him for the moment.
Wasa looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Dhelan throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Wasa escapes and throws Dhelan's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Wasa (5) vs (0) Dhelan
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan being controlled for a moment.
Dhelan tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad. Score +2 for reaching mount: Wasa (7) vs (0) Dhelan
That's one minute gone in the round.
Wasa looking to control and managing it successfully.
Dhelan regains half guard.
Wasa is pressing down on Dhelan's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dhelan is holding on for now.
Dhelan tries to get to full guard but Wasa has control of the leg.
Dhelan manages to get to full guard.
Dhelan not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Wasa is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Dhelan not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Wasa won't allow Dhelan to sweep him here.
Wasa trying to control but Dhelan is working from the bottom.
Dhelan wants to improve his position but instead Wasa has moved into half guard.
Wasa wants to control but Dhelan is keeping him busy.
Wasa controlling the action here.
Wasa trying to control from half guard but Dhelan is working away.
Dhelan wants to get back to full guard but Wasa has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Wasa (10) vs (0) Dhelan
Wasa is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Dhelan has escaped the position, nice work there.
Dhelan trying to remain calm as Wasa controls from the top position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Wasa trying to control the action but Dhelan is working from the bottom.
Dhelan tries to bench press Wasa off him but Wasa keeps the position.
Dhelan gets back to half guard.
Dhelan tries to roll over but Wasa keeps him under control.
Wasa wants to free his trapped foot but Dhelan is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Dhelan wants to improve his position but Wasa is controlling well.
Dhelan is trying to maintain the position but Wasa is very close to passing his half guard.
Wasa is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Wasa has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Wasa (13) vs (0) Dhelan
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Wasa fails to take his opponent's back.
Dhelan tries to lock up and control but Wasa gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Wasa looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Wasa wants to control the pace but Dhelan is squirming around nicely.
Wasa controlling his opponent.
Wasa seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Dhelan for as long as he can get away with.
Dhelan is looking to get to half guard.
Dhelan is trying to reverse the position but instead Wasa has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Wasa (16) vs (0) Dhelan
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Dhelan tries to escape but Wasa has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Dhelan turns into Wasa and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wasa (16) vs (2) Dhelan
Wasa is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dhelan is aware though and is defending well.
Wasa seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Dhelan tries to free his leg and advance position but Wasa is retaining full guard.
Wasa escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Dhelan gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Wasa lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wasa (18) vs (2) Dhelan
Dhelan 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: Wasa (18) vs (4) Dhelan
Dhelan is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Wasa doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Dhelan.
Wasa wants to improve his position but Dhelan is controlling well.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Dhelan is trying to control the action in half guard but Wasa is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Dhelan is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Wasa is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Dhelan's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Dhelan's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Wasa (22) vs (4) Dhelan
Dhelan can't escape the position.
Wasa has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Dhelan can't escape the position.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Dhelan looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
You can see the frustration on Dhelan's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Wasa tries to get the hooks in deep but Dhelan pushed the leg off.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dhelan is in bad spot here.
Wasa has good solid back control here.
Dhelan preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Wasa.
Wasa controlling well, preventing Dhelan from escaping the position.
Wasa is persistently looking for the submission but Dhelan is defending it well.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Dhelan tries to roll but Wasa sticks to his back.
Wasa is looking for the choke from the back position but Dhelan is controlling his hands well.
Wasa looking for the choke from the back.
Wasa keeps control of the position as Dhelan tries to break free.
Dhelan fending off the submission attempt from Wasa.
Wasa keeps control of the position easily here as Dhelan tries to buck him off.
Wasa has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Dhelan tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Dhelan is looking to get to half guard.
Wasa working for a submission but Dhelan is keeping him at bay.
Dhelan sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Dhelan slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Wasa passes Dhelan's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Dhelan gets full guard.
Wasa wants to control from the top but Dhelan keeps moving.
Wasa is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Wasa trying to control the position from guard on top but Dhelan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wasa is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Dhelan is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Dhelan controlling Wasa's posture.
Dhelan throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Wasa escapes and throws Dhelan's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Wasa (25) vs (4) Dhelan
Dhelan gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Wasa tries to pass to full mount but Dhelan defends it.
Dhelan is staying active underneath Wasa, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Wasa passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Wasa (28) vs (4) Dhelan
Dhelan is looking for a sweep.
Wasa has hold of Dhelan's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Dhelan seems comfortable defending it but Wasa has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Dhelan is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Dhelan is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Wasa couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Masa Wasa!
Masa Wasa 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:
ADWGC 3
Date: Feb 23, 2019 |
Coming up we have a bantamweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Joe Jennings (ranked 3408 p4p, 147 weight class) and Zhan Dhelan (ranked 3512 p4p, 149 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Joe Jennings! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Zhan Dhelan!
The judges for this bout are Robert Douchet, Alec Ball and Steve Smith.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Jennings shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Jennings (2) vs (0) Dhelan
Jennings moves into full mount! Dhelan won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Jennings (5) vs (0) Dhelan
Jennings working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Jennings tries to control but Dhelan wriggling away.
Dhelan is desperately trying to improve his position but Jennings has a good base and remains in mount.
Jennings wants to control the pace but Dhelan is squirming around nicely.
Dhelan keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Dhelan 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.
Jennings moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Jennings (8) vs (0) Dhelan
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan 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 Jennings gets his way!
Jennings seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Jennings tightening his grip on Dhelan, looking for the choke.
Jennings keeps control of the position as Dhelan tries to break free.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Jennings is looking to control Dhelan but Dhelan is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Dhelan turns into Jennings and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jennings (8) vs (2) Dhelan
Jennings looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dhelan is one step ahead there.
Jennings escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Dhelan gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Dhelan trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Jennings manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jennings (10) vs (2) Dhelan
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Jennings passes Dhelan's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dhelan is trying to get back to full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jennings is pressing down on Dhelan's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dhelan is holding on for now.
Jennings is working hard here to advance position.
Dhelan is looking to get back to full guard here but Jennings has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Jennings (13) vs (2) Dhelan
Jennings is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Dhelan has escaped the position, nice work there.
You can see the frustration on Dhelan's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Dhelan is looking to regain half guard here but Jennings keeps moving and retains side control.
Jennings tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jennings is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Dhelan manages to work his way to half guard, despite Jennings's best efforts.
Dhelan makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Dhelan.
Dhelan can't keep his opponent in guard - Jennings advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Jennings is looking for a kimura but Dhelan is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Jennings to get the leverage.
Dhelan wants to improve his position but Jennings is controlling well.
Jennings is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Jennings is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Dhelan defends it well.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Dhelan slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Dhelan trying to keep a closed guard but Jennings is proving a slippery customer.
Dhelan keeping full guard, as Jennings tries to pass.
Jennings trying to control the position from guard on top but Dhelan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dhelan wants to sweep here but Jennings controlling him for the moment.
Dhelan manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Jennings manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jennings (13) vs (4) Dhelan
Jennings can't keep his opponent in guard - Dhelan advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Jennings wants to get back to full guard but Dhelan has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Jennings (13) vs (7) Dhelan
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Dhelan trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Jennings really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Dhelan jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Jennings is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Jennings and Dhelan has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Jennings gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Jennings (13) vs (9) Dhelan
Jennings tries to hold on but Dhelan pushes him away.
Jennings is squirming around, avoiding Dhelan's attempts to control the action.
Dhelan seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Jennings is holding on tight.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Jennings tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dhelan is looking to work his way around to Jennings's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Jennings keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Dhelan tries to control but Jennings wriggling away.
Jennings is desperately trying to improve his position but Dhelan has a good base and remains in mount.
Dhelan with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Dhelan looking to secure an arm triangle but Jennings defends it well.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Dhelan trying to control but Jennings is having none of it.
Jennings stops Dhelan from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Jennings regains half guard.
Jennings is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dhelan pulls his head out easily.
Dhelan is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Jennings is just riding it out for now. Dhelan eventually gives up the hold.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Dhelan seems to be looking for submissions.
Dhelan is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Dhelan is pressing down on Jennings's thigh, looking to free his foot. Jennings is holding on for now.
Jennings keeping hold of Dhelan's head, controlling as best he can.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Dhelan is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Jennings tries to get to full guard but Dhelan has control of the leg.
Jennings looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Dhelan is just content to waste time from the top position. Jennings takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Dhelan looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jennings had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dhelan defends it easily.
Dhelan preventing the sweep.
Jennings is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Dhelan trying to control the position from guard on top but Jennings is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dhelan thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Dhelan advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Jennings (13) vs (12) Dhelan
Jennings tries to bench press Dhelan off him but Dhelan keeps the position.
Dhelan tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Jennings tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dhelan tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Dhelan has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Jennings tries to improve position but can't.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Dhelan tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Dhelan has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Jennings prevents Dhelan from improving position.
Jennings looking for a sweep but Dhelan has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Jennings (13) vs (14) Dhelan
Jennings is squirming around, avoiding Dhelan's attempts to control the action.
Dhelan goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Jennings is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jennings (15) vs (14) Dhelan
Jennings wants to control from the top but Dhelan keeps moving.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Jennings stands and throws Dhelan's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Jennings (18) vs (14) Dhelan
Dhelan is being controlled here.
Jennings will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Dhelan tries to improve position but can't.
Jennings wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Dhelan, who protects the arm well.
Dhelan tries to improve position but can't.
Jennings looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Dhelan is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Jennings off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Jennings (18) vs (18) Dhelan
Jennings is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Dhelan is working the back position looking for the choke. Oh, he's slid into an armbar! Beautiful transition and Jennings taps out! Fantastic Jiu Jitsu from Dhelan.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Zhan Dhelan!
In his post fight interview, Zhan Dhelan started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
EFC Puno vs McGrady
Date: Feb 02, 2019 |
#R1##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Fatiman blocks a body shot from Dhelan.
Dhelan fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Fatiman is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Dhelan jumps guard but Fatiman turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Dhelan is trying to pull guard but Fatiman turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Wilner Fatiman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zhan Dhelan.#TD2#
Dhelan drags the fight down to the ground.
Fatiman wants to control from the top but Dhelan keeps moving.
Dhelan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Fatiman is one step ahead there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Dhelan looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Fatiman keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Dhelan's head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fatiman tries to free his leg and advance position but Dhelan is retaining full guard.
Dhelan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Fatiman is one step ahead there. #T1#
Fatiman trying to control the position from guard on top but Dhelan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Our spies down at at Mello MMA inform us that Dhelan has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Fatiman connects with a couple of short punches.
Fatiman knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Dhelan on the ground.
Fatiman wants to control from the top but Dhelan keeps moving.
Fatiman 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.
Dhelan tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Fatiman working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Dhelan has his foot on Fatiman's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Fatiman works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Dhelan is looking for a triangle but Fatiman pushes his legs off easily.
Dhelan is trying to control the position but Fatiman postures up.
Fatiman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dhelan is keeping the position for now.
Fatiman slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Dhelan wants to sweep but no luck. #T2#
Dhelan trying to keep a closed guard but Fatiman is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2#
Dhelan looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Fatiman wants to pass the guard but Dhelan is keeping the position.
Fatiman has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Fatiman works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Dhelan moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Dhelan looking for a guillotine here but Fatiman defends easily.
Fatiman stopping the sweep attempt from Dhelan.#SUB2#
Dhelan working for a triangle but Fatiman defends it easily.
Dhelan has momentary wrist control but Fatiman slips an elbow through the middle.
Fatiman will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Fatiman slips nicely into half guard.
Fatiman definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Dhelan makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Dhelan.#T3#
Dhelan has momentary wrist control but Fatiman slips an elbow through the middle.
Fatiman passes Dhelan's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Dhelan regains full guard. Nicely done.
Fatiman keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Dhelan's head.
Fatiman is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Fatiman content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB2#
Dhelan looking for a guillotine here but Fatiman defends easily.
#SUB2#
Dhelan working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Fatiman doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Fatiman manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Fatiman trying to control the position from guard on top but Dhelan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dhelan can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Fatiman controls the pace.
Dhelan wants to sweep here but Fatiman controlling him for the moment. #T4#
Fatiman controlling from the top position.
Fatiman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dhelan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dhelan keeping moving, preventing Fatiman from controlling successfully.
Dhelan bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Fatiman's guard. #REVB#
Dhelan wants to control from the top but Fatiman keeps moving.
Dhelan won't allow Fatiman to sweep him here.
Dhelan sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Fatiman's guard.
Dhelan wants to pass to mount but Fatiman is defending the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Fatiman trying to hold on to Dhelan's head to control him but Dhelan postures up.
Dhelan prevents Fatiman from improving his position.#SUB2#
Dhelan is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Fatiman has managed to free his arm - good work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Zhan Dhelan will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Fatiman shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Fatiman showed some decent athleticism there. #SUB2#
Dhelan looking for submissions off his back.
Fatiman lands with a punch from half guard.
Dhelan tries to roll over but Fatiman keeps him under control.
Fatiman trying to pass the guard but Dhelan defending well.
Dhelan is trying to control but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fatiman wants to control but Dhelan is keeping him busy.
Dhelan moves into full guard.
#SUB2#
Dhelan looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Dhelan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Fatiman is one step ahead there.
Fatiman connects with a couple of short punches.#T1#
Fatiman wants to control from the top but Dhelan keeps moving.
Fatiman lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Fatiman trying to control but Dhelan is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Fatiman avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Dhelan not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Fatiman trying to control but Dhelan is working from the bottom.
Fatiman is really struggling to control Dhelan but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Dhelan working a defensive guard here.
Fatiman wants to control from the top but Dhelan keeps moving.
Fatiman stopping the sweep attempt from Dhelan.
Fatiman trying to control but Dhelan is working from the bottom. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Fatiman controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Fatiman got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dhelan has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Fatiman has managed to get both his arms back between Dhelan's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Dhelan working for a triangle but Fatiman defends it easily.
Fatiman scoring with punches to the head and body.
Fatiman is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2#
Dhelan is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Fatiman is aware though and is defending well.
Fatiman keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Dhelan's head.
Dhelan can't keep his opponent in guard - Fatiman advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Dhelan is looking for a sweep. Fatiman is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Fatiman seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T3#
Fatiman lands strikes from half guard.
Dhelan is trying to get back to full guard.
Ground and pound from Fatiman.
Fatiman wants to control but Dhelan is keeping him busy.
The fighters are battling for position here. Dhelan manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Fatiman preventing the sweep.
Wilner Fatiman overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Fatiman wants to control from the top but Dhelan keeps moving.
Fatiman stopping the sweep attempt from Dhelan.
Fatiman controlling from the top position.
Dhelan bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Fatiman's guard. #REVB#
Dhelan tries to free his leg and advance position but Fatiman is retaining full guard.
Fatiman wants to sweep here but Dhelan controlling him for the moment.
Fatiman is trying to keep Dhelan in close.
#T4#
Fatiman pulls Dhelan in close to prevent any damage.
Dhelan passes Fatiman's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Fatiman tries to roll over but Dhelan keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Dhelan is working for a kimura but Fatiman is defending it quite comfortably.
Fatiman wants to get back to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Fatiman is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Dhelan is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Fatiman is just riding it out for now. Dhelan eventually gives up the hold.
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 Wilner Fatiman will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Fatiman fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Dhelan to the ground. Fatiman is now in Dhelan's guard.
Fatiman is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2#
Dhelan has his foot on Fatiman's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Fatiman works his way back into a safe position though.
Dhelan keeping moving, preventing Fatiman from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Dhelan working for a triangle but Fatiman defends it easily.
Fatiman looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fatiman landing some decent shots from guard.
Fatiman wants to control from the top but Dhelan keeps moving. #SUB2#
Dhelan working for a triangle but Fatiman defends it easily.
#T1#
Dhelan looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Fatiman wants to control from the top but Dhelan keeps moving.
Dhelan being controlled here, momentarily.
Fatiman trying to control but Dhelan is working from the bottom.
Dhelan wants to sweep here but Fatiman controlling him for the moment.
Fatiman stands and throws Dhelan's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Fatiman cracks Dhelan with a big right hand but Dhelan just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Fatiman trying to control the action but Dhelan is working from the bottom.
Dhelan gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T2#
Dhelan taking some punishment here, with Fatiman in his half guard.
Dhelan tries to get to full guard but Fatiman has control of the leg.
Dhelan slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Dhelan controlling the position.
Dhelan controls Fatiman momentarily but Fatiman frees himself.
Fatiman's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2#
Dhelan is looking for a triangle but Fatiman pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Dhelan is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Fatiman defends well.
Fatiman is working Dhelan over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Fatiman looking to pass the guard.
Fatiman working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Fatiman wants to control from the top but Dhelan keeps moving. #T3##SUB2#
Dhelan looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Fatiman wants to control from the top but Dhelan keeps moving.
Fatiman postures up and lands a big shot to Dhelan's brow.
Dhelan keeping moving, preventing Fatiman from controlling successfully.
Fatiman 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.
Fatiman postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Fatiman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Fatiman trying to control the position from guard on top but Dhelan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Dhelan is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Fatiman is aware though and is defending well.
Fatiman is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Fatiman trying to control but Dhelan is working from the bottom.
Dhelan wants to sweep but no luck. #T4#
Dhelan keeping moving, preventing Fatiman from controlling successfully.
Fatiman connects with a couple of short punches.
Dhelan keeping moving, preventing Fatiman from controlling successfully.
Dhelan is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Dhelan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Fatiman gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Dhelan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Fatiman is one step ahead there.
Dhelan is still trying to improve position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Fatiman passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Dhelan is looking to reverse the position.
Dhelan gets back to half guard.
Dhelan works his way to full guard. Good work.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wilner Fatiman showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Fatiman 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 Gregory Folan scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Peck scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wilner Fatiman!
After the big win, Wilner Fatiman made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors FinnFighter Nutrition (Five 160Q supps!) and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
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Event:
EFC Lambton vs Woodcock
Date: Jan 12, 2019 |
#R1#
Camille ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Dhelan has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Camille.
Camille swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dhelan is looking to counter the offense by Camille and move into the clinch.
Camille throws a series of strikes that have Dhelan backpedaling.
Dhelan moves out of range as Camille throws a body kick.
Camille misses with a straight right.
Dhelan is looking to counter punch.
Camille keeps the fight on the outside.
Camille let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Camille throws a looping overhand right but Dhelan ducks down to avoid it.
Camille is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Camille connects with an inside leg kick.
Camille throws a low kick but Dhelan moves out of range easily.
Camille connects with a jab.
Camille lands an overhand right.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dhelan thows a left - swing and a miss!
Camille throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Dhelan's head.
Leto Camille seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Camille swings for the body but Dhelan moves out of range.
Leto Camille is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Camille lands a really nice looking cross but Dhelan seems unphased.
Camille lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#CL#
Dhelan darts in and clinches Camille up against the cage.
Dhelan tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Camille just stands there and leans against the cage.
Dhelan jumps guard but Camille turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Camille's coach down at Stark Combat Center was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Camille's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Dhelan is trying to pull guard but Camille has him pressed against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Dhelan decides to pull guard.
Dhelan tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Dhelan is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Dhelan wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Dhelan has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Camille can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Dhelan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Camille is one step ahead there.
Camille is stalling in the full guard.
Dhelan 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#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dhelan is trying to control. Camille wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Dhelan is working for an americana but Camille has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Dhelan was thinking about the submission.
Dhelan trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3#
Dhelan trying to control but Camille is working from the bottom.
Camille keeping full guard, as Dhelan tries to pass.
Dhelan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Camille can't keep his opponent in guard - Dhelan advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Dhelan wants to pass to mount but Camille is defending the position.
Camille trying to control but Dhelan postures up.
#T4#
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.
Camille is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Dhelan is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Camille! #SUB#
Dhelan wants to finish this one by submission but Camille is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Dhelan.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Camille can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Dhelan moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Camille has worked his arm free - good work by Camille!
Camille gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Camille has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Leto Camille dominated that round.
That's time! Dhelan's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Camille will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Camille scores with a leg kick.
Camille lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Dhelan circles away quickly and effectively.
Dhelan is looking to counter the offense by Camille and move into the clinch.
Dhelan tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Camille attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Dhelan is looking to counter punch.
Camille is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dhelan.
Camille stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Dhelan checks a low kick from Camille.
Camille walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Dhelan checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Camille is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Camille looks to land a combination but Dhelan avoids it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Camille misses with an attempted mid kick.
A little feinted left hand from Dhelan on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#CL#
Dhelan clinches. #BC2#
Camille escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Camille misses with a leg kick.
Camille tries to work over Dhelan's front leg with a kick but Dhelan checks it. #T1#
Camille thumps Dhelan with a low kick.
Camille throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dhelan swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Dhelan takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Dhelan checks a leg kick nicely.
Camille lands an overhand right.
Camille throws a right hand that Dhelan ducks under and follows up with a left that Dhelan also avoids with ease.
Dhelan was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Camille misses with a straight right.
Dhelan throwing a counter right hand but Camille manages to avoid it.
Some wild striking there from Camille.
Dhelan is looking to counter punch.
Leto Camille seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Camille throws out a loose jab but Dhelan uses good head movement to avoid it.
Camille throws out a powerful jab.
Camille throws a jab but it's blocked by Dhelan.
Camille wants to slow Dhelan down by chopping away at his legs.
Leto Camille is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Camille throws a left and a right that both miss
#CL#
and Dhelan counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Dhelan. #T2#
Dhelan fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Dhelan tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Camille just stands there and leans against the cage.
Dhelan tries to pull guard but Camille won't allow it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Camille breaks from the clinch.
Camille tries a head kick but it misses.
Dhelan was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Camille connects with a leg kick. Dhelan looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Camille bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Camille turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Camille scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Camille throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Dhelan stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Camille throws a right and a left that both miss.
Camille lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Dhelan misses the jab.
Camille lands with a nice combination. Dhelan backs away looking to recover.#T3#
Camille lands with a hook. Dhelan tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Camille lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Camille has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Camille stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Dhelan moves out of range of the strikes.
Dhelan is looking to counter punch.
Camille turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Nice body punch from Camille.
Dhelan tries to clinch but Camille is having none of it.
Camille ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A chopping leg kick lands by Camille.
Dhelan walks into a stiff left hand from Camille.
Dhelan moves in looking to clinch but Camille pushes him off.
Dhelan is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Camille lands with a nice body kick.
Camille looks to land a body kick but Dhelan moved away.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dhelan showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Camille.
Dhelan is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Camille lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Camille throws a leg kick that misses.
Dhelan is looking to counter punch.
Camille scores with a hook.
A nice leg kick lands there from Camille.
Dhelan avoids the body shot from Camille.
Camille takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Camille cracks Dhelan with a good jab.
Dhelan has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Camille finds it's way round the side to connect with Dhelan's head.
A good leg kick by Camille.
Camille tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Dhelan is able to avoid easily.
Dhelan staying out of range there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Leto Camille 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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Camille misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Dhelan shoots for a takedown but Camille saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Camille works over Dhelan's head and body with a nice combination.
Camille connects with a leg kick. Dhelan looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Dhelan tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Camille paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Camille connects with the punch.
Dhelan takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Camille, as that shot connected.
Camille 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.
Camille scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Camille fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Dhelan on the side of the head.
Dhelan moves out of range as Camille strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Camille lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Camille throws a right and a left that both miss.#T1#
Dhelan is looking to clinch.
Dhelan looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Camille swings for the body but Dhelan moves out of range.
Dhelan throwing a counter right hand but Camille manages to avoid it.
Nice cross by Camille.
Camille throws a leg kick but Dhelan moved away.
Dhelan checks a low kick from Camille.
Camille throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
It looked like Dhelan wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Dhelan tries to close the distance and clinch but Camille swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
It seemed like Camille was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Dhelan ducks right into an uppercut from Camille.
Camille throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Camille connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Camille lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Dhelan showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Camille.
#T2#
Camille misses with a hook. Dhelan ducked under it nicely.
Dhelan changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
The fighters circling - Camille throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Camille throws a leg kick which misses Dhelan's front leg but catches the back leg as Dhelan tries to avoid it.
Camille has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Camille misses with a body kick.
Camille misses with a head kick.
A little feinted left hand from Dhelan on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Dhelan uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Camille.
An attempted straight right counter from Dhelan misses the target.
Jab from Camille.
Dhelan is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Camille's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Some wild striking there from Camille.
Dhelan has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Dhelan gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Camille.
Dhelan tries to clinch but Camille is having none of it. #T3#
Dhelan checks a leg kick nicely.
Camille misses the jab.
Camille pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Camille throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Camille scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Camille scores with a jab to the head.
Dhelan takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Dhelan tries to clinch up.
Camille tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dhelan was well out of range. Poor timing from Camille.
An attempted straight right counter from Dhelan misses the target.
Camille takes a swing at Dhelan's ribcage but misses.
Camille goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Dhelan chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Camille can pounce on him.
A combination from Camille does no damage.
It looked like Dhelan wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T4#
Dhelan on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Camille. Camille obviously looking to wear him down.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Dhelan checks a leg kick.
Good work by Dhelan as he checks the leg kick.
Dhelan checks the leg kick.
Dhelan on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Camille with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
#CL#
Dhelan clinches.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Camille is persisting with his attempts to control the action in the clinch, rather than do any real damage.
Dhelan is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Camille to keep the fight standing.
Dhelan lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Camille takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Camille looking to slow down the pace here.
Camille looking to slow down the pace here.
Camille tries to stall but Dhelan uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Leto Camille comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Camille 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 William Peck scores the fight 25:30
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 25:30
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 25:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Leto Camille!
Our winner, Leto Camille, 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:
TWGC 23 (145lbs, D2): London Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Dec 09, 2018 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Frankie Hollywood (ranked 1736 p4p, 87 weight class) and Zhan Dhelan (ranked 2349 p4p, 0 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Frankie Hollywood! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Zhan Dhelan!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, Paul Tew and Daniel Bishop.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Dhelan fails in his attempt to clinch.
As Dhelan tries to get set, Hollywood tries to push him back and clinch up but Dhelan manages to avoid the attempt.
Hollywood closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Dhelan jumps guard.
Dhelan keeping full guard, as Hollywood tries to pass.
Dhelan wants to improve his position but instead Hollywood has moved into half guard.
Hollywood will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hollywood is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Dhelan defends it well.
Dhelan is trying to maintain the position but Hollywood is very close to passing his half guard.
Hollywood prevents Dhelan from improving his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan trying to hold on to Hollywood's head to control him but Hollywood postures up.
Hollywood 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.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hollywood is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Dhelan doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Hollywood.
Hollywood tries to pass to full mount but Dhelan defends it.
Dhelan trying to control here.
Hollywood works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hollywood (3) vs (0) Dhelan
Hollywood wants to control but Dhelan is keeping him busy.
Hollywood is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Dhelan knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Dhelan trying his best to control but Hollywood has mounted him. Score +2 for reaching mount: Hollywood (5) vs (0) Dhelan
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Dhelan is trying desperately to improve position.
Dhelan is still trying to improve position.
Hollywood is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Dhelan has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Hollywood has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Dhelan tries to hold on but Hollywood postures up.
Dhelan manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Hollywood is trying to work for a kimura but Dhelan is defending well.
Dhelan regains full guard. Nicely done.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dhelan trying to control the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Dhelan wants to control but Hollywood passes easily into half guard.
Hollywood is looking to take a break and control but Dhelan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hollywood is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Dhelan doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Hollywood.
Dhelan wants to get back to full guard but Hollywood has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hollywood (8) vs (0) Dhelan
Dhelan tries to bench press Hollywood off him but Hollywood keeps the position.
Hollywood trying to control the action but Dhelan is working from the bottom.
Dhelan is looking for a sweep.
Dhelan is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hollywood's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hollywood keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Dhelan makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Dhelan.
Hollywood tries to free his leg and advance position but Dhelan is retaining full guard.
Dhelan looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hollywood passes into half guard.
Dhelan tries to get to full guard but Hollywood has control of the leg.
The fighters are battling for position here. Dhelan manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Hollywood wants to control from the top but Dhelan keeps moving.
Dhelan looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dhelan keeping moving, preventing Hollywood from controlling successfully.
Dhelan keeping full guard, as Hollywood tries to pass.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Dhelan tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Dhelan manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hollywood manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hollywood (8) vs (2) Dhelan
Dhelan trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dhelan stopping the sweep attempt from Hollywood.
Dhelan tries to free his leg and advance position but Hollywood is retaining full guard.
Hollywood manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Dhelan manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hollywood (10) vs (2) Dhelan
Dhelan looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hollywood works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Dhelan wants to control but Hollywood is keeping busy.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Dhelan is defending against the submission attempts here by Hollywood.
Dhelan is looking to get back to full guard here but Hollywood has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Hollywood (13) vs (2) Dhelan
Dhelan tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hollywood wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Dhelan is letting Hollywood control him for a moment.
Dhelan wants to control but Hollywood postures up.
Dhelan tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dhelan regains half guard.
Dhelan is trying to get back to full guard.
Dhelan trying to control from the bottom.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Dhelan gets back to full guard.
Hollywood passes into half guard.
Dhelan slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Hollywood wants to control from the top but Dhelan keeps moving.
Hollywood's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Hollywood forces his way into half guard.
Dhelan is defending against the submission attempts here by Hollywood.
Dhelan tries to get to full guard but Hollywood has control of the leg.
Hollywood is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Dhelan is just riding it out for now. Hollywood eventually gives up the hold.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Hollywood wants to free his trapped foot but Dhelan is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Hollywood is keen to just control but Dhelan is a slippery customer.
Hollywood is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Dhelan is looking for a sweep. Hollywood is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hollywood is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Hollywood is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Dhelan wants to control but Hollywood is keeping busy and won't allow it.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Dhelan tries to roll over but Hollywood keeps him under control.
Dhelan trying to hold on to Hollywood's head to control him but Hollywood postures up.
Dhelan slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Dhelan is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Hollywood trying to control the position from guard on top but Dhelan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hollywood stays in close to Dhelan's body and controls the position.
Dhelan looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Hollywood puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Dhelan is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Hollywood jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hollywood (16) vs (2) Dhelan
Hollywood is looking to take a break and control but Dhelan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hollywood taking a breather here.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Hollywood tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Hollywood has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Dhelan is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hollywood's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Dhelan is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dhelan moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Hollywood pushing down on Dhelan's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Hollywood is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Hollywood works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Hollywood (19) vs (2) Dhelan
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Dhelan wants to control but Hollywood is having none of it.
Hollywood controlling from mount.
Dhelan can't escape the position.
Hollywood working for a submission but Dhelan is keeping him at bay.
Hollywood trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Dhelan sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Hollywood is working for a kimura but Dhelan is defending it quite comfortably.
Hollywood is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Dhelan wants to get back to full guard.
Hollywood is looking for a kimura but Dhelan is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Hollywood to get the leverage.
Hollywood wants to take a breather but Dhelan is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dhelan wants to get back to full guard.
Hollywood is looking to take a break and control but Dhelan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dhelan is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are battling for position here. Dhelan manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Hollywood passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Hollywood (22) vs (2) Dhelan
Dhelan is looking to reverse the position.
Hollywood is looking to take a break and control but Dhelan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Dhelan tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hollywood wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Hollywood is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Dhelan is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Dhelan struggling a bit here.
Dhelan tries to buck Hollywood off but Hollywood is having none of it.
Hollywood works to advance to full mount. Dhelan defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Hollywood (24) vs (2) Dhelan
Dhelan is in all sorts of trouble here.
Dhelan defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Hollywood.
Dhelan sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Hollywood is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Dhelan keeping hold of Hollywood's head, controlling as best he can.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Hollywood prevents Dhelan from improving his position.
Hollywood is trying to work for a kimura but Dhelan is defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The fighters are battling for position here. Dhelan manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Dhelan lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hollywood (24) vs (4) Dhelan
And that's the end of the fight!
Hollywood takes the fight on points by 24 to 4.
Frankie Hollywood very nearly forgot to thank Red Light Coffeeshop 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:
TWGC 23 (145lbs, D2): London Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Dec 08, 2018 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Pene Molto Grande (ranked 4547 p4p, 0 weight class) and Zhan Dhelan (ranked 2319 p4p, 0 weight class). Molto Grande comes into the arena with Questa nostra stupida canzone d'amore blaring out of the sound system. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Pene Molto Grande! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Zhan Dhelan!
The judges for this bout are James Atkins, James Ackerman and William Gold.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Dhelan tries to clinch but Molto Grande is having none of it.
Molto Grande appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Dhelan fails with an attempt to clinch.
Dhelan moves in looking to clinch but Molto Grande pushes him off.
Dhelan moves into the clinch successfully.
Molto Grande has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Dhelan clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Molto Grande (4) vs (0) Dhelan
Molto Grande looking for the RNC.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Dhelan is looking to improve his position.
Dhelan gets back to full guard.
Dhelan 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.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Dhelan keeping moving, preventing Molto Grande from controlling successfully.
Dhelan bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Molto Grande's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Molto Grande (4) vs (2) Dhelan
Molto Grande is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Molto Grande is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Dhelan defends well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Molto Grande working for submissions but it's allowed Dhelan to get to half guard.
Dhelan tries to pass to full mount but Molto Grande defends it.
Dhelan seems to be looking for submissions.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Dhelan wants to pass to mount but Molto Grande is defending the position.
Dhelan is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Molto Grande looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Molto Grande looking for submissions off his back.
Molto Grande looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Dhelan is pressing down on Molto Grande's thigh, looking to free his foot. Molto Grande is holding on for now.
Molto Grande moves into full guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Molto Grande can't keep his opponent in guard - Dhelan advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Molto Grande actively working from the bottom here.
Dhelan is working for a kimura but Molto Grande is defending it quite comfortably.
Molto Grande tries to get to full guard but Dhelan has control of the leg.
Dhelan is looking to advance position but Molto Grande won't allow it.
Molto Grande is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Dhelan has latched onto it... Big trouble! Dhelan pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Molto Grande is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Dhelan!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Zhan Dhelan!
In his post fight interview, Zhan Dhelan started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
RS 178
Date: May 12, 2018 |
#R1#
Dhelan doesn't manage to clinch there - Hermano circles away.
#CL#
Hermano gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Dhelan tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
I was talking to Hermano's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Hermano lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Dhelan or not.
Hermano tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short right from Hermano.
Hermano misses with a punch to the body.
Hermano misses with a punch on the inside.
Dhelan is trying to pull guard but Hermano turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
A right hand to the body from Hermano.
#TD2#
Dhelan ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Dhelan no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Dhelan looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Hermano looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Dhelan working a defensive guard here.
#T1#
Hermano scoring with punches to the head and body.
Hermano wants to control from the top but Dhelan keeps moving.
Hermano slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Dhelan manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hermano manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Dhelan wants to pass the guard but Hermano is keeping the position.
Dhelan keeps trying to improve his position.
Hermano looking for a sweep. Not yet Hermano, not yet. #T2#
Dhelan passes Hermano's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Dhelan is trying to control the action in half guard but Hermano is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Dhelan looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Dhelan moves nicely into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Dhelan tries for a kimura but Hermano is defending well.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Dhelan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hermano keeps working.
Hermano is trying to control Dhelan's posture but Dhelan avoids it. #T3#
Hermano prevents Dhelan from improving position.
My spies in Unlabeled MMA inform me that Dhelan has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Hermano gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Dhelan moves to the back.
Hermano trying to control the hands but Dhelan won't let him. #SUB2#
Dhelan tightening his grip on Hermano, looking for the choke.
Well, with Dhelan on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Hermano is tapping out... Can he escape the position?#T4##SUB2#
Hermano is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
#SUB2#
Dhelan 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, Hermano has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Hermano is having to fend off submission attempts from Dhelan, who is looking to sink in the choke. Dhelan doesn't have the hooks in though and Hermano manages to reverse position! He's now on top, in his opponent's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zhan Dhelan dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Dhelan doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Hermano misses with a body shot.
#CL2#
Dhelan moves into range and clinches up with Hermano.
Hermano misses with a shot to the kidneys.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Hermano to keep the fight standing.
Hermano gets through Dhelan's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Dhelan prevents a body shot from Hermano.
Nice body punch from Hermano. #TD2#
Dhelan gets control of Hermano's arms and successfully pulls guard. Dhelan will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Hermano pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dhelan is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Dhelan 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##SUB2#
Dhelan is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Hermano sees it coming and defends easily.
Dhelan prevents Hermano from improving his position.
Hermano wants to control but Dhelan is keeping busy.
Hermano tries to get to full guard but Dhelan has control of the leg.
Dhelan is pressing down on Hermano's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hermano is holding on for now. #T2#
Dhelan wants to control but Hermano is keeping him busy.
Hermano is trying to maintain the position but Dhelan is very close to passing his half guard.
Dhelan is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Hermano reverses the position - he's now on top in Dhelan's guard.
Dhelan is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Dhelan keeping moving, preventing Hermano from controlling successfully.
Zhan Dhelan has got the better of the ground game so far.
Dhelan tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hermano passes into half guard.
Dhelan is trying to get back to full guard.#T3#
Dhelan is pressing down on Hermano's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Hermano 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.
Dhelan manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hermano manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Hermano pulls Dhelan in close to prevent any damage.
Hermano will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Dhelan tries to free his leg and advance position but Hermano is retaining full guard.
Hermano wants to sweep here but Dhelan controlling him for the moment. #T4#
Dhelan forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
Dhelan has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Hermano defend it? Dhelan steps over the head and cranks it - Hermano is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Dhelan!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:24 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Zhan Dhelan!
After the fight, Zhan Dhelan was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
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Event:
RS 173 Overkill
Date: Mar 17, 2018 |
#R1#
Lineker swats away the attempt to clinch by Dhelan.#TD2#
Lineker throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Dhelan tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Lineker is in Dhelan's guard.
Lineker must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Lineker postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Lineker looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Dhelan throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Lineker keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Dhelan's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Lineker working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Dhelan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lineker is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Dhelan looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Lineker cracks Dhelan with a solid left hand.#T1#
Lineker stopping the sweep attempt from Dhelan.
Lineker is in close to Dhelan's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Lineker distracts Dhelan with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Lineker trying to control the position from guard on top but Dhelan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dhelan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Dhelan 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#
Dhelan trying to pass the guard but Lineker defending well.
Lineker trying to control but Dhelan postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dhelan is looking to advance position but Lineker won't allow it.
Dhelan works his way into full mount!
Lineker is trying to escape the mount but Dhelan keeps good control and instead manages to take Lineker's back.
#T2#
Lineker wants to escape the position.
Lineker is still trying to improve position.
Dhelan trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
#SUB#
Dhelan looking for the RNC.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dhelan trying to control.#SUB#
Dhelan has both hooks in and is working for a choke. Lineker is in real trouble here. Dhelan gets an arm under the chin and tightens the submission attempt... is this the end? Yes, Lineker is tapping out! Dhelan wins by rear naked choke!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Zhan Dhelan!
A less than humble Zhan Dhelan misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
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Event:
RS 170 Unforgiven
Date: Feb 24, 2018 |
#R1#
Dhelan slips a jab and a cross from Sayed.
Sayed throws a head kick but Dhelan moves out of range.
Sayed scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Sayed misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
It looked like Dhelan wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sayed stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Sayed throws a nice looking combination but Dhelan bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Sayed keeps the fight on the outside.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Sayed! But no joy.
Sayed looks to throw the jab but Dhelan is out of range.
A big left from Sayed misses.
Dhelan swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Sayed lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Sayed tests Dhelan's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Dhelan gets cracked there but stands up to it.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sloppy strikes from Sayed. Those never looked like landing.
Sayed tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Dhelan is looking to counter punch.#T1#
Sayed feints a jab promting Dhelan to slip. Sayed then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Dhelan slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Sayed throws a lazy uppercut
and Dhelan connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL#
Dhelan moves into the clinch successfully.
#TD#
Dhelan pulls guard.
Dhelan looking to control.
Sayed preventing the sweep.
Dhelan wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dhelan is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Dhelan stops Sayed from standing up. #ES2#
Sayed scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Dhelan is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dhelan showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Sayed.
Sayed lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T2#
Dhelan wants to clinch up but Sayed keeps it at a distance.
Sayed throws a good cross that connects.
Sayed lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Sayed misses with a head kick.
Sayed throws a right and a left that both miss.
Dhelan seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Sayed 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.
Sayed throws a big shot that misses.
Sayed throws a series of punches but Dhelan moves out of range.
Sayed connects with the punch.
Dhelan takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Dhelan moves out of range of the strikes.
Dhelan is looking to counter punch.
Sayed misses with a straight right.
Sayed throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T3#
Nice defenses there by Dhelan.
Dhelan throwing a counter right hand but Sayed manages to avoid it.
Sayed avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Sayed throws a leg kick but Dhelan sees it coming and checks it nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Dhelan misses the target.
Sayed misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Dhelan wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Sayed misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Sayed throws an ugly left hook that misses
#CL#
and Dhelan counters by moving into the clinch. #BC2#
Sayed escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Sayed getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Sayed throws a low kick but Dhelan avoids it.
Irshaad Sayed is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sayed throws a jab when Dhelan was well out of range.
Dhelan seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Dhelan tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Sayed manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Dhelan wants to clinch up but Sayed keeps it at a distance.
Sayed lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Dhelan blocks a head kick by Sayed.
Sayed misses with a jab, cross combination.
#T4#
Dhelan showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Sayed.
A leg kick checked by Dhelan.
As Sayed tries to get set, Dhelan tries to push him back and clinch up but Sayed manages to avoid the attempt.
Sayed looks to land a combination but Dhelan avoids it well.
Dhelan is looking to counter the offense by Sayed and move into the clinch.
Sayed throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sayed misses with a lunging right hand
#CL#
and Dhelan counters by clinching up.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD#
Dhelan ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Dhelan no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Dhelan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sayed is one step ahead there. #SU2#
Sayed stands up and waves to Dhelan to follow him.
A big left from Sayed misses.
Sayed throws a looping overhand right but Dhelan ducks down to avoid it.
Dhelan swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Dhelan checks a leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Irshaad Sayed dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Sayed throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Dhelan on the side of the head.
Sayed lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Dhelan circles away quickly and effectively.
Sayed is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dhelan.
Dhelan throwing a counter right hand but Sayed manages to avoid it.
No joy there for Sayed, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Sayed avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Some wild striking there from Sayed.
Nice body kick there by Sayed.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sayed cracks Dhelan with a right hand to the side of the head.
Sayed throws a nice inside leg kick.
Dhelan takes a jab right on the kisser.
Dhelan is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T1#
Dhelan displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sayed throws out the jab.
Sayed cracks the inside of Dhelan's front leg.
Dhelan moves in looking to clinch but Sayed pushes him off.
Dhelan walks into a stiff left hand from Sayed.
Sayed connects with a body shot that sends Dhelan's belly button to the back.
Dhelan tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Sayed paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A slow jab from Sayed misses its intended target.
Dhelan was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Sayed looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Dhelan throwing a counter right hand but Sayed manages to avoid it.
Irshaad Sayed seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dhelan tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Sayed manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Sayed throws a jab but it's blocked by Dhelan.
Sayed with a jab.
Sayed misses with a low kick.
Dhelan is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Sayed's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Sayed thows a left - swing and a miss! #T2#
Sayed throws a jab when Dhelan was well out of range.
Sayed misses with an uppercut.
A little feinted left hand from Dhelan on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sayed keeps the fight on the outside.
Irshaad Sayed seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sayed throws a body punch but Dhelan moves out of range.
Dhelan is looking to counter the offense by Sayed and move into the clinch.
Dhelan fails in his attempt to clinch.
Sayed is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Sayed throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
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!
Dhelan slips a straight right by Sayed.
Sayed bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Dhelan's head backwards.
Dhelan doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Sayed has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Dhelan tries to clinch there but Sayed circles away.
Sayed stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Dhelan keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sayed.
Sayed throws out a loose jab but Dhelan uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dhelan throwing a counter right hand but Sayed manages to avoid it.#T3##TD#
Dhelan shoots in and gets a takedown into Sayed's guard.#ES2#
Sayed has his feet on Dhelan's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Sayed throws a looping overhand right but Dhelan ducks down to avoid it.
Dhelan is looking to counter punch.
Dhelan is looking to clinch.
Sayed lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Dhelan circles away quickly and effectively.
Irshaad Sayed is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dhelan tries to clinch up but Sayed circles away and keeps his distance.
Sayed cracks Dhelan with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Some wild striking there from Sayed.
Sayed dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Dhelan. That did some damage!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sayed keeps the fight on the outside.
Dhelan fails in his attempt to clinch. #T4#
Sayed misses with a lunging right hand
and Dhelan connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sayed throws a left and a right that both miss
and Dhelan counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sayed sizes up Dhelan with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Sayed throws a jab but it's blocked by Dhelan.
Sayed throws a right hand that Dhelan ducks under and follows up with a left that Dhelan also avoids with ease.
Dhelan seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
A punch lands to the side of Dhelan 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Dhelan scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Sayed fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Dhelan feinted with a counter takedown.
Dhelan tries to clinch up.
Sayed throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Sayed falls off balance throwing a combination
and Dhelan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sloppy strikes from Sayed. Those never looked like landing.
Dhelan is looking to counter punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Irshaad Sayed 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#
Sayed throws a poor cross that misses
and Sayed takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sayed rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Dhelan moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Dhelan tries to clinch but Sayed moves out of range.
Sayed lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
#CL#
Dhelan clinches up against the cage.
Sayed working hard to break the clinch.#TD#
Dhelan successfully pulls guard.
Dhelan tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Zhan Dhelan overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SU2#
Sayed decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Dhelan tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sayed 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.
Sayed misses with a leg kick
and Dhelan connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sayed fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Dhelan checks it well.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The fight stays on the outside here - Dhelan looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T1#
Dhelan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dhelan shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Sayed sprawls well. Sayed wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Dhelan gets slowly back to his feet.
Sayed misses with a wild combination.
Sayed tries to bum rush Dhelan with a series of wild strikes but Dhelan uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Dhelan is looking to counter punch.
Nice body punch from Sayed.
Sayed looks to throw the jab but Dhelan is out of range.
The fight stays on the outside here - Dhelan looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Sayed rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Dhelan moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Dhelan swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T2#
Dhelan doesn't manage to clinch there - Sayed circles away.
Sayed throws a shot from downtown. Dhelan moves away and avoids it.
Dhelan was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Sayed misses the jab.
Sayed throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Dhelan.
Dhelan slips a jab and a cross from Sayed.
Sayed takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Sayed swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
It looked like Dhelan wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Dhelan looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Sayed ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dhelan moves away.
Sayed swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Sayed throws a low kick, looking for Dhelan's leg but Dhelan calmly moves out of range.
Sayed throws a leg kick
and Dhelan counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sayed throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sayed throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.#T3#
Sayed throws a half hearted mid kick.
Dhelan takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Dhelan avoids the head kick by Sayed.
Dhelan swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Dhelan staying out of range there.
Dhelan throwing a counter right hand but Sayed manages to avoid it.
Sayed wants to slow Dhelan down by chopping away at his legs.
Sayed lands a head kick. Dhelan smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Dhelan is looking to clinch.
Dhelan tries to clinch but Sayed moves out of range.
Sayed misses with a hook.
Sayed jabs at Dhelan's body.
Sayed misses with a combination
letting Dhelan counter with a right hand.
Dhelan staying out of range there.#T4#
Sayed ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dhelan moves away.
Dhelan tries to clinch up.
Dhelan doesn't manage to clinch there - Sayed circles away.
Dhelan tries to clinch but Sayed moves out of range.
Sayed lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Sayed lands a lovely overhand right.
Dhelan fails with an attempt to clinch.
Sayed keeps the fight on the outside.
Sayed swats away the attempt to clinch by Dhelan.
Irshaad Sayed is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dhelan fails with an attempt to clinch.
Sayed tries to bum rush Dhelan with a series of wild strikes but Dhelan uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A little feinted left hand from Dhelan on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sayed swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Zhan Dhelan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sayed throws a nice looking combination but Dhelan bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Irshaad Sayed comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Sayed 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 Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 27:30
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Irshaad Sayed!
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Event:
RS 164 Light Work
Date: Jan 13, 2018 |
#R1#
Hermano swats away the attempt to clinch by Dhelan.
Dhelan tries to clinch up
enabling Hermano to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT#
It looks like Zhan Dhelan has been cut.
Dhelan's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Hermano connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Dhelan scrambles back to his feet.
Hermano avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Dhelan tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Hermano manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Hermano connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Hermano lands an overhand right.
Dhelan is looking to clinch but Hermano is avoiding it.
Hermano swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Hermano is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Dhelan is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Dhelan tries to clinch up but Hermano circles away and keeps his distance.
Decent striking displayed by Hermano there.#CL2#
Dhelan darts in and clinches Hermano up against the cage.
Hermano scores with a nice hook to the head.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Dhelan 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.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hermano working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Dhelan trying to control the position but instead, Hermano has worked for underhooks and has pushed Dhelan into the cage.
Hermano lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dhelan backwards. #T1#
Hermano tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hermano tries to throw a body punch but Dhelan avoids it by throwing Hermano back against the cage.
Hermano softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Dhelan presses Hermano against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Hermano is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Hermano lands with a left to the head.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Hermano misses with some punches.
Hermano stalling.
Dhelan drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Dhelan avoiding damage.
#T2#
A head punch on the inside from Hermano fails to land. #BC#
Hermano manages to break the clinch.
#CL2#
Dhelan closes the distance and clinches.
Dhelan misses with a body punch.
Dhelan is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Hermano is defending well.
Dhelan lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Dhelan misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hermano lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Hermano slows down the pace here.
#BC#
Hermano pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T3#
Dhelan is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Hermano looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Dhelan takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#CL2#
Dhelan drives through and clinches with Hermano against the cage.
Dhelan misses with a body punch.
Dhelan tries to throw a body punch but Hermano avoids it by throwing Dhelan back against the cage.
Hermano misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dhelan doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hermano pushes Dhelan back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dhelan.
Hermano struggles to land a body shot inside as Dhelan controls his hands.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dhelan.
Hermano fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dhelan blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dhelan can't get the takedown.
Piotr Hermano has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zhan Dhelan.#T4#
Hermano throws a punch but it's blocked by Dhelan.
Dhelan looking for a takedown.
Dhelan blocks an uppercut.
Hermano pushes Dhelan back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Hermano slowing the pace effectively.
A nice right hand lands inside from Hermano.
Dhelan has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Hermano avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Dhelan swings wildly with an uppercut but Hermano uses good head movement to avoid it.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Dhelan misses with a punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Hermano.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hermano taking a breather.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Piotr Hermano dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Zhan Dhelan'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.
#R2#
Dhelan moves in looking to clinch but Hermano pushes him off.
Hermano fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dhelan manages to avoid it.
Dhelan moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Dhelan wants to clinch up but Hermano keeps it at a distance.
A counter left hand to the body from Hermano misses its target.#CL#
Hermano darts in and clinches Dhelan up against the cage.
Hermano lands a body punch in the clinch.
The referee is keeping an eye on Hermano - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Dhelan lands a right hand.
A short right from Dhelan.
Hermano prevents a takedown attempt there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hermano doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hermano lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dhelan backwards.
Nice body punch from Hermano - that landed with a thud.
Dhelan misses with a punch to the body.
#T1#
Dhelan trying to control the position but instead, Hermano has worked for underhooks and has pushed Dhelan into the cage.
Hermano lands a right hand.
Hermano content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Hermano throws a punch but it's blocked by Dhelan.
Hermano'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.#TD#
Hermano wants the takedown. Dhelan is fighting it off but Hermano persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Dhelan's guard against the cage.
Hermano has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Dhelan is proving hard to escape from. #SUB2#
Dhelan had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hermano defends it easily.
Dhelan 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.#T2#
Hermano wants to control from the top but Dhelan keeps moving.
Hermano working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Hermano is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Hermano advances position into side control!
Dhelan is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dhelan on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Hermano wants to stand but Dhelan has his arm trapped.
Hermano is looking to take a break and control but Dhelan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dhelan tries to improve position but can't.
Hermano will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T3#
Dhelan can't do much from the bottom here.
Dhelan is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Hermano off and has taken his back!
Hermano wants to get back to his feet.
Hermano trying to control the action but Dhelan just sinks the hooks in. #SUB2#
Dhelan is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Hermano is defending well though. Dhelan let's go of the attempt for now.#SUB2#
Dhelan patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Dhelan controlling well, preventing Hermano from escaping the position.
#T4##SUB2#
Dhelan working for the choke.
Dhelan avoiding Hermano 's attempts to control his hands. #SUB2#
Hermano preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Dhelan.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Dhelan is looking for the choke from the back position but Hermano is controlling his hands well.
Hermano rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Piotr Hermano dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Zhan Dhelan's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Hermano fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dhelan manages to avoid it.
Hermano is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dhelan.
Dhelan looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hermano misses with a body shot.
Hermano is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dhelan can do to turn this around?#CL#
Hermano clinches.
The referee calls for Hermano to work.
Hermano scores with an uppercut up the middle.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dhelan.
Dhelan blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hermano misses with a body punch.
Dhelan tries to throw a body punch but Hermano avoids it by throwing Dhelan back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dhelan tries a body shot but Hermano blocks it.
Dhelan has a couple of punches blocked by Hermano.
Hermano just leaning against Dhelan, taking a breather.
Hermano dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.#T1#
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Hermano.
Dhelan stalling in the clinch but Hermano improves position.
Hermano goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#TD#
Hermano manages to pull guard.
Hermano looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hermano has control of Dhelan's left arm, preventing Dhelan from doing any damage.
Dhelan pushing down on Hermano's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB2#
Dhelan is trying for a kimura here. Hermano looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Dhelan wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Zhan Dhelan!
After the fight, Zhan Dhelan was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
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Event:
RS 161 Power Slam
Date: Dec 23, 2017 |
#R1#
Dhelan tries to clinch up.
Despite the aggression on Date's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
A head kick misses from Date.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Dhelan on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Both fighters circling a little - Date finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. #CL#
Dhelan has taken the fight to the clinch.
Date with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Date wants to get back to striking at distance but Dhelan won't allow it.
Date tries to break free but Dhelan pushes him back against the ropes.
Date pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
Date throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Date tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Dhelan avoids it.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Dhelan creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Dhelan lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Date trying to land knees to the body.
Dhelan tries to stall but Date uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Dhelan blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Dhelan dodges an elbow strike from Date.
Dhelan has Date pressed against the ropes, preventing Date from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#T1#
Dhelan is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Date tries to land a knee to the head but Dhelan blocks with his arms.
Date is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Dhelan is defending well for now.
Dhelan avoids the elbow strike from Date, against the ropes.
The referee calls for Dhelan to work.
#TD#
Dhelan lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Date looks like he's trying to stand up.
Dhelan passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Date!
Date is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
Dhelan tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #SUB#
Dhelan has hold of Date's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Date manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Dhelan trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T2#
Date tries to buck Dhelan off but he can't manage it. #SUB#
Dhelan working for a submission here. He's tucked his head under his opponent's arm, looking for an arm triangle. He's hopped off into side control, looking to tighten the submission... is it going to work? He's given up a good position looking for it. Date looks OK. Oh, I spoke too soon, he's out! That must have been tighter than I thought! Excellent work there by Dhelan! Submission of the night perhaps?
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Zhan Dhelan!
After the fight, Zhan Dhelan was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
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Event:
RS 158 Gettin' Filthy
Date: Dec 02, 2017 |
#R1##CL#
Dhelan pushes McCoy up against the cage in a clinch.
Dhelan lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of McCoy backwards.
Dhelan lands with a light punch inside.
Dhelan wants to take the fight to the mat but McCoy manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#TD#
Dhelan is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. McCoy can't fight it off and eventually Dhelan manages to take the fight to the floor. McCoy looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.#ES2#
McCoy pushes Dhelan off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #CL#
McCoy tries to keep at a distance but Dhelan has taken the fight into the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC2#
McCoy breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Dhelan rushes McCoy and presses him up against the cage.
McCoy swings wildly with an uppercut but Dhelan uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dhelan goes for a takedown in the clinch but McCoy prevents it.
#T1#
Dhelan pushes McCoy back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Dhelan blocks a body shot from McCoy .
Dhelan lands a body shot.
Still in the clinch, Dhelan scores with a nice short uppercut.
McCoy tries to work over Dhelan's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McCoy tries to work over Dhelan's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McCoy can't find room to land a body shot as Dhelan controls the action.
Dhelan misses with a punch to the body.
Dhelan digs a right hand into McCoy 's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on McCoy 's gas tank.
McCoy wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
#T2#
Dhelan lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down McCoy .
McCoy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
McCoy goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McCoy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
McCoy misses with a punch to the body.
Dhelan blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dhelan working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Dhelan tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dhelan is struggling to control the position.
Dhelan blocks a body shot from McCoy .
Dhelan lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#T3#
Dhelan is looking to take this one to the mat.
Dhelan can't find room to land a body shot as McCoy controls the action.
McCoy misses with a short punch on the inside.
Dhelan scores with a shoulder strike.
McCoy misses with some punches.
Dhelan pushes McCoy back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #BC2#
McCoy 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Dhelan tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. McCoy manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Dhelan is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#CL#
Dhelan moves into the clinch.
Dhelan wants a takedown but no success here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dhelan. #T4#
Dhelan presses McCoy against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
McCoy tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #TD#
Dhelan gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
McCoy is controlling Dhelan's posture.
Dhelan trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dhelan wants to control from the top but McCoy keeps moving.
McCoy trying to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McCoy keeping full guard, as Dhelan tries to pass.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zhan Dhelan dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##CL#
McCoy tries to keep at a distance but Dhelan has taken the fight into the clinch.
Dhelan is trying to drag McCoy to the mat but McCoy just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
McCoy stops a takedown attempt from Dhelan.
McCoy tries a body shot but Dhelan blocks it.
Dhelan lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCoy throws a punch but it's blocked by Dhelan.
McCoy swings wildly with an uppercut but Dhelan uses good head movement to avoid it.
McCoy tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T1#
McCoy throws a head punch that misses.
A right hook to the body lands for Dhelan.
Dhelan keeps the fight in the clinch, despite McCoy 's efforts to push away.#TD#
Dhelan turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Dhelan manages to end up in side control.#SUB#
Dhelan swings around for an armbar but McCoy sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Dhelan's guard.
Dhelan wants to improve his position but instead McCoy has moved into half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Dhelan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McCoy can do to turn this around?
Dhelan wants to get back to full guard but McCoy has mounted him!
Dhelan is looking to get to half guard.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dhelan is working hard here to advance position.
Dhelan is just holding on here. McCoy manages to take his back.
McCoy biding his time, looking for the opening.
Dhelan is really stuck here.
McCoy has good solid back control here.
John McCoy has got the better of the ground game so far.
Dhelan rolls, trying to escape but McCoy keeps control of the position.
Dhelan rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
McCoy is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Dhelan wants to get back to full guard.#T3#
McCoy content to control rather than advance.
Dhelan makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Dhelan.
Dhelan manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. McCoy manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
McCoy lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
McCoy is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Dhelan seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Dhelan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
McCoy stopping the sweep attempt from Dhelan.
McCoy wants to control from the top but Dhelan keeps moving. #T4#
Dhelan lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
McCoy keeping full guard, as Dhelan tries to pass.
Dhelan stopping the sweep attempt from McCoy .
Dhelan trying to control but McCoy is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Dhelan has gone for a leg lock! McCoy slips out almost immediately though and dives into Dhelan's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Dhelan has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but McCoy can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Dhelan looking for a sweep. Not yet Dhelan, not yet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but John McCoy will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Dhelan tries to clinch there but McCoy circles away.
Dhelan wants to clinch up but McCoy keeps it at a distance.
McCoy swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Dhelan tries to clinch there but McCoy circles away.
McCoy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dhelan.
Dhelan wants to clinch.
Dhelan tries to clinch but McCoy moves out of range.
McCoy wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
McCoy swats away the attempt to clinch by Dhelan.
Dhelan tries to clinch but McCoy moves away
and McCoy counters with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
McCoy manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Dhelan on his heels. He'll look to pass Dhelan's guard now, I'm sure.
Dhelan is trying to control the position but McCoy postures up.
Dhelan looking for a sweep. Not yet Dhelan, not yet.
McCoy is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T1#
Dhelan has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but McCoy has passed into side control.
Dhelan trying to remain calm as McCoy controls from the top position.
Dhelan is looking to regain half guard here but McCoy keeps moving and retains side control.
McCoy trying to control the action but Dhelan is working from the bottom. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Dhelan being controlled for a moment.
Dhelan tries to bench press McCoy off him but McCoy keeps the position.
Dhelan manages to work his way to half guard, despite McCoy 's best efforts.
Dhelan is trying to get back to full guard.
Dhelan moves into full guard.
McCoy preventing the sweep.
McCoy looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T3#
Dhelan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
McCoy 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.
McCoy with a hook.#CL#
Dhelan clinches up against the cage.
A body shot lands from Dhelan.
Dhelan is looking for a takedown.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Dhelan creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T4#
McCoy tries a body shot but Dhelan blocks it.
Dhelan wants a takedown.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Dhelan content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Dhelan has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. McCoy is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Zhan Dhelan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McCoy misses with a punch to the body.
Dhelan can't find room to land a body shot as McCoy controls the action.
A shot in the inside from Dhelan.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dhelan tries to work over McCoy 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McCoy can't find room to land a body shot as Dhelan controls the action.
McCoy is stalling here.
And that's the end of the fight!
John McCoy comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think McCoy 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 Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 29:29
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 28:29
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... John McCoy !
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Event:
RS Friday Night Fights XIII
Date: Nov 10, 2017 |
#R1#
Dhelan takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Sayed bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.#CL#
Dhelan drives through and clinches with Sayed against the cage.
#BC2#
Sayed's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Sayed scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Sayed swinging wildly here.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Sayed.
Dhelan avoids the head kick by Sayed.
Dhelan wants to clinch up but Sayed keeps it at a distance.
Sayed throws out a loose jab but Dhelan uses good head movement to avoid it.
The fight stays on the outside here - Dhelan looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Dhelan is looking to clinch.
Sayed throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sayed swats away the attempt to clinch by Dhelan.
Zhan Dhelan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Dhelan fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Sayed, pushing him back against the cage.
Sayed wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Dhelan definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Sayed looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Dhelan tries to pull guard but Sayed forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#T1#
Sayed tries to break free but Dhelan pushes him back against the cage.
Sayed is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#TD#
Dhelan decides to pull guard.
Sayed has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Dhelan is proving hard to escape from.
Dhelan bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sayed's guard. #REVR#
Dhelan is pushing down on Sayed's leg trying to pass to half guard. Sayed is fighting to maintain full guard but Dhelan has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Dhelan is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Sayed doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Dhelan.
Sayed pushes Dhelan off looking to stand but Dhelan dives back in and keeps control.
Dhelan is looking to advance position but Sayed won't allow it.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Sayed can do anything to dispel that myth.
Dhelan is looking to take a break and control but Sayed is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sayed wants to get back to his feet.#T2#
Dhelan is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Sayed!
Sayed is trying to get back to his feet but can't. #SUB#
Dhelan throws some shoulder strikes here and then postures up. Oh, he's gone for an armbar! Sayed has his hands clasped together but Dhelan breaks the hold and Sayed is forced to tap! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over! That was lightning fast by Dhelan!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Zhan Dhelan!
Zhan Dhelan tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.
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Event:
RS Friday Fight Night X
Date: Oct 13, 2017 |
#R1##CL2#
Christopher has taken the fight to the clinch.
A short right from Dhelan.
A head punch on the inside from Dhelan fails to land.
Dhelan pushes Christopher back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Dhelan swings wildly with an uppercut but Christopher uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dhelan lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Dhelan.
Dhelan swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dhelan blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#TD#
Dhelan manages to pull guard.
Christopher has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Dhelan is proving hard to escape from.
Dhelan manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Christopher manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Dhelan has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Dhelan forces his way into half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Dhelan is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Christopher tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land. #T1#
Dhelan works his way into side control. #SUB#
Dhelan wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Christopher, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Dhelan tries for a kimura but Christopher is defending well.
Christopher wants to control but Dhelan postures up.
Christopher is looking to regain half guard here but Dhelan keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB#
Dhelan tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Dhelan has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
You can see the frustration on Christopher's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Dhelan thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Dhelan tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Dhelan advances nicely into full mount. #SUB#
Dhelan working for a guillotine from mount but Christopher is in no mood to give up.
Dhelan moves to back control. #T3##SUB#
Dhelan has got his arm under Christopher's chin working for the choke… has he got it? It looks pretty tight! Oh! Christopher has spun round into Dhelan's guard beautifully! Well done that man!
#SUB#
Dhelan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Christopher gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Dhelan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Christopher is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Dhelan looking for a guillotine here but Christopher defends easily.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dhelan is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Dhelan advances to half guard. #T4#
Dhelan tries to pass to full mount but Christopher defends it.
Christopher trying to control but Dhelan postures up.
#SUB#
Dhelan is working for a kimura but Christopher is defending it quite comfortably.
Dhelan works his way into side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Dhelan in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Christopher is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Zhan Dhelan!
Zhan Dhelan 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:
RS Friday Night Fights V
Date: Sep 08, 2017 |
#R1#
Nice sprawl there from Kali as Dhelan shoots in.
Kali has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
No joy there for Kali, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#CL#
Dhelan drives through and clinches with Kali against the cage.
Dhelan tries to pull guard but Kali won't allow it.
Dhelan has Kali pressed against the cage, preventing Kali from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Kali working hard to break the clinch.#TD#
Dhelan has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Kali uses from the top position. #SUB#
Dhelan pushes a forearm under Kali's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Kali is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Zhan Dhelan!
Zhan Dhelan 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:
RS 142 Beast Mode
Date: Aug 12, 2017 |
#R1##CL2#
OMaly closes the distance and clinches.
OMaly misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short right from OMaly.
OMaly lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #TD#
Dhelan pulls guard. #SUB#
OMaly is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Dhelan has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. OMaly is looking to defend but Dhelan has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for OMaly! Dhelan pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, OMaly taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Zhan Dhelan!
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