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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 04, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Sergeev takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #TD2#
Brandon shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Sergeev is trying to defend but Brandon finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Brandon perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB2#
Brandon seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Sergeev is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Bubba Brandon!
Bubba Brandon decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 12, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Brandon ducks under a wild hook from Britton.
A lazy left from Britton finds it's target.
Brandon throws a big shot that misses.
The fighters circling - Brandon throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A nice leg kick from Brandon, right into the meat of the thigh.
Brandon scores with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brandon misses the body punch
and Brandon takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Britton is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Brandon throws a quick inside leg kick.
Brandon fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T1##TD#
Brandon scores with a takedown into Britton's guard.
Britton keeping moving, preventing Brandon from controlling successfully.
Brandon is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Brandon trying to control the position from guard on top but Britton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Brandon is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Britton keeping moving, preventing Brandon from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Good leg kick by Brandon. #T3#
Britton tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Brandon was well out of range. Poor timing from Britton.
A decent looking cross lands there for Britton.#TD#
Brandon shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Britton's guard.
Brandon looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Brandon wants to control from the top but Britton keeps moving.
Brandon controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Brandon's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Brandon might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Britton keeping moving, preventing Brandon from controlling successfully. #T4#
Brandon is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Brandon trying to control but Britton is working from the bottom.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Brandon stays in close to Britton's body and controls the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Brandon connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Brandon throws a body punch but Britton moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bubba Brandon dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Brandon shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Brandon tries to score with a low kick but Britton moves his leg out of the way.
Brandon throws a head kick that misses
and Britton counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Brandon throws a quick inside leg kick.
Bubba Brandon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Britton fails with the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brandon attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Britton looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#KD#
Brandon lands a big head kick that sends Britton tumbling to the mat! Brandon takes a step backwards and waves Britton back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT#It looks like Tel Britton has been cut.#T1##KD#
Brandon cracks Britton with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Britton looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Brandon finish him?
#ROC#Britton is rocked!
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Brandon fakes the leg kick and throws a superman punch. It's knocked Britton out cold! Brutal finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:16 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Bubba Brandon!
After winning the bout, Bubba Brandon thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Tel Britton was interviewed post fight and said '...Next time.'. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 10, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Holmes throws an overhand right that lands on Brandon's shoulder, as Brandon tries to avoid the shot.
And Brandon tries to counter it with a takedown but Holmes pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Holmes takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Brandon moves out of range as Holmes strikes.
Brandon feints with a left and delivers a massive head kick! Holmes collapses like a ragdoll! Game over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Bubba Brandon!
Bubba Brandon thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 01, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL#
Ruslanov clinches up with Brandon and pushes him back against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Ruslanov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Ruslanov lands with a left to the head. #TD2#
Brandon pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB2#
Brandon is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ruslanov won't allow Brandon to sweep him here.
Brandon has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Ashbourne Fitness. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Brandon is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ruslanov controlling from the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Brandon is trying to control the position but Ruslanov postures up.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#SUB2#
Brandon is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Brandon is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Brandon is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Brandon had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ruslanov defends it easily.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Ruslanov stays in close to Brandon's body and controls the position.
Ruslanov continues to stall.#SUB2#
Brandon is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T3#
Ruslanov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB2#
Brandon has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Ruslanov doesn't defend quickly enough and Brandon has managed to lock this one up! Can Ruslanov escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Brandon on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Bubba Brandon!
A victorious Bubba Brandon thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
CACC 81
Date: Apr 25, 2020 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Fray Tormenta (ranked 970 p4p, 28 weight class) and Bubba Brandon (ranked 25208 p4p, 613 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 0 losses; Fray Tormenta! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 4 losses; Bubba Brandon!
The judges for this bout are Alyssa Summers, Columbo Gatti and Franklyn Lucas.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Brandon stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Brandon wants it to stay on the feet.
Brandon shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Tormenta manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Tormenta (0) vs (2) Brandon
Tormenta keeping moving, preventing Brandon from controlling successfully.
Tormenta working a defensive guard here.
Tormenta keeping moving, preventing Brandon from controlling successfully.
Tormenta has Brandon pulled in close to control his posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brandon pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tormenta is keeping the position for now.
Tormenta looking to hit a scissor sweep but Brandon is one step ahead there.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Brandon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tormenta swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tormenta bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Brandon's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tormenta (2) vs (2) Brandon
Brandon wants to sweep here but Tormenta controlling him for the moment.
Tormenta slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Tormenta trying to control the position from guard on top but Brandon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Brandon bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Tormenta's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tormenta (2) vs (4) Brandon
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.
Brandon looking to pass the guard.
Tormenta seems keen to control Brandon's posture.
Tormenta 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.
Brandon has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at The Cave. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Brandon trying to control but Tormenta is working from the bottom.
Tormenta has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Brandon wants to pass the guard but Tormenta is keeping the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tormenta trying to control the position here.
Brandon trying to control but Tormenta is working from the bottom.
Brandon is stalling in the full guard.
Tormenta keeping moving, preventing Brandon from controlling successfully.
Tormenta can't keep his opponent in guard - Brandon advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tormenta is staying active underneath Brandon, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Tormenta makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Tormenta.
Tormenta not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Brandon stands and throws Tormenta's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Tormenta (2) vs (7) Brandon
Brandon thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Tormenta regains half guard.
Tormenta manages to get to full guard.
Tormenta looking to hit a scissor sweep but Brandon is one step ahead there.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Brandon trying to control the position from guard on top but Tormenta is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Brandon drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Brandon jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Brandon looking to pass the guard.
Tormenta looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Brandon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tormenta swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tormenta is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Brandon wants to control from the top but Tormenta keeps moving.
Tormenta has Brandon pulled in close to control his posture.
Tormenta bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Brandon's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tormenta (4) vs (7) Brandon
Brandon looking for a guillotine here but Tormenta defends easily.
Brandon keeping moving, preventing Tormenta from controlling successfully.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Brandon keeping full guard, as Tormenta tries to pass.
Tormenta wants to control from the top but Brandon keeps moving.
Brandon looking for a guillotine here but Tormenta defends easily.
Tormenta pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Brandon is keeping the position for now.
Brandon is trying to control the position but Tormenta postures up.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Tormenta is looking to advance position but Brandon has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Tormenta (4) vs (11) Brandon
Brandon swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Tormenta is now in Brandon's guard. A big mistake from Brandon there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tormenta (6) vs (11) Brandon
Tormenta passes Brandon's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Tormenta tries to pass the half guard into mount. Brandon knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Brandon works his way to full guard. Good work.
Brandon 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: Tormenta (6) vs (13) Brandon
Tormenta is defending against the submission attempts here by Brandon.
Brandon is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Brandon tries to pass the half guard into mount. Tormenta knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Tormenta has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Brandon is working away from the top position though.
Tormenta is refusing to be controlled, as Brandon sits in half guard.
Tormenta regains full guard. Nicely done.
Brandon trying to control but Tormenta is working from the bottom.
Brandon passes Tormenta's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Tormenta is trying to maintain the position but Brandon is very close to passing his half guard.
Tormenta is trying to get back to full guard.
Brandon is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Tormenta is looking to control Brandon's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Tormenta avoid being mounted?
Tormenta gets full guard.
Tormenta trying to keep a closed guard but Brandon is proving a slippery customer.
Tormenta lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tormenta (8) vs (13) Brandon
Tormenta pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Brandon is keeping the position for now.
Tormenta controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Tormenta trying to control but Brandon is working from the bottom.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Tormenta wants to pass the guard but Brandon is keeping the position.
Brandon is looking for a triangle here but Tormenta uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Tormenta (11) vs (13) Brandon
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Tormenta content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Tormenta tries to advance to mount but can't.
Tormenta is looking to take a break and control but Brandon is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Tormenta looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Tormenta tries for a kimura but Brandon is defending well.
Tormenta is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Brandon knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Tormenta controlling the position.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Brandon tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Tormenta wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Brandon is still trying to improve position.
Brandon keeps trying to improve his position.
Tormenta 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 Brandon's shoulder. That is not cool.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Brandon is not content to let Tormenta control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Brandon wins on points by 13 to 11.
Bubba Brandon seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
CACC 40
Date: Jan 05, 2020 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ren Naga-Wing (ranked 3334 p4p, 298 weight class) and Bubba Brandon (ranked 25235 p4p, 493 weight class). I can't wait for this one - let's get the fighter introductions out of the way and get this one started!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 11 losses; Ren Naga-Wing! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Bubba Brandon!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Don Winkell and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Brandon tries to clinch up but Naga-Wing circles away and keeps his distance.
Naga-Wing tries to keep at a distance but Brandon has taken the fight into the clinch.
Brandon gets underhooks to prevent Naga-Wing's takedown attempt.
Brandon is working on a single leg takedown against the ropes. Naga-Wing can't fight it off and eventually Brandon manages to take the fight to the floor. Naga-Wing looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Naga-Wing (0) vs (2) Brandon
We've been hearing good reports from Naga-Wing'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.
Brandon trying to control but Naga-Wing is working from the bottom.
Naga-Wing has Brandon pulled in close to control his posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brandon advances to half guard.
Brandon wants to take a breather but Naga-Wing is having none of it.
Brandon content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Brandon frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Naga-Wing (0) vs (5) Brandon
Brandon wants to take Naga-Wing's back here but Naga-Wing is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Brandon prevents Naga-Wing from getting the reversal.
Brandon wants to take Naga-Wing's back here but Naga-Wing is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Brandon sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Brandon swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Naga-Wing is now in Brandon's guard. A big mistake from Brandon there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Naga-Wing (2) vs (5) Brandon
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Naga-Wing postures up.
Brandon working a defensive guard but Naga-Wing passes into half guard.
Brandon tries to get to full guard but Naga-Wing has control of the leg.
Brandon has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Naga-Wing is working away from the top position though.
Naga-Wing has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Naga-Wing (5) vs (5) Brandon
Naga-Wing is looking to work his way around to Brandon's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Brandon is looking to improve his position but Naga-Wing isn't that keen on the idea.
Brandon slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Brandon trying to hold on to Naga-Wing's head to control him but Naga-Wing postures up.
Brandon is trying is best to control the position here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Naga-Wing content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Brandon wants to improve his position but Naga-Wing is controlling well.
Naga-Wing wants to pass the guard but Brandon is defending well.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Brandon is trying to control but Naga-Wing manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Naga-Wing (8) vs (5) Brandon
Brandon tries to improve his position but Naga-Wing has taken his back! Naga-Wing has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Brandon tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Naga-Wing pushes Brandon away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ren Naga-Wing!
Ren Naga-Wing seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
CACC 34
Date: Dec 21, 2019 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Dick Black (ranked 2559 p4p, 246 weight class) and Bubba Brandon (ranked 25112 p4p, 479 weight class). Black comes to the ring accompanied by The Dicks - Rich Daddy. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 7 losses; Dick Black! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 3 losses; Bubba Brandon!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Frank Antenori and Timothy Bukovac.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Brandon has closed the distance and engaged Black in a clinch.
Brandon decides to pull guard.
Brandon trying to control the position.
Brandon keeping moving, preventing Black from controlling successfully.
Black postures up.
Brandon has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Brandon keeping moving, preventing Black from controlling successfully.
Brandon can't keep his opponent in guard - Black advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Black is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Brandon sees it coming and defends easily.
Black is looking to take a break and control but Brandon is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Brandon is trying to maintain the position but Black is very close to passing his half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Brandon is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Black's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Black's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Black (0) vs (4) Brandon
Brandon is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Black knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Black for a finish.
Black is in bad spot here.
Brandon is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Brandon not allowing Black to control his hands.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Black is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
We've been hearing good reports from Black'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.
Black 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 Brandon gets his way!
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.
Brandon tries to keep control of the position but Black is staying busy.
Black trying to control the hands but Brandon breaks the grip.
Black showing good submission defense here.
Brandon trying to control momentarily.
Brandon has the hooks in and he's looking for a rear naked choke here. Black is defending well but eventually Brandon manages to get an arm under the chin and he's locked on the RNC! Black has no choice but to tap now! He does! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bubba Brandon!
A relieved looking Bubba Brandon 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:
CACC 28
Date: Dec 07, 2019 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Tyrone Sparxx (ranked 1576 p4p, 183 weight class) and Bubba Brandon (ranked 21869 p4p, 483 weight class). Sparxx comes into the arena with Thug Life - Lugz blaring out of the sound system. I don't know about you partner, but I'm pumped for this one!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 12 losses; Tyrone Sparxx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Bubba Brandon!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Percy O'Donnell and Jack Bonds.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Brandon has managed to clinch.
Sparxx tries for a takedown. No joy.
We've been informed that Brandon 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.
Sparxx is working for takedown but Brandon is calmly controlling the position for now.
Brandon successfully pulls guard.
Sparxx trying to control but Brandon is working from the bottom.
Brandon can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Sparxx controls the pace.
Brandon is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Brandon keeping moving, preventing Sparxx from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sparxx pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Brandon is keeping the position for now.
Sparxx is working hard here to advance position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Brandon keeping moving, preventing Sparxx from controlling successfully.
Sparxx looking to sit in guard and control but Brandon gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sparxx (0) vs (2) Brandon
Sparxx can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Brandon controls the pace.
Sparxx 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 tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Sparxx trying to keep a closed guard but Brandon is proving a slippery customer.
Brandon slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (0) vs (5) Brandon
Sparxx is looking for a sweep.
Brandon wants to control but Sparxx is keeping him busy.
Brandon is trying to get an arm triangle but Sparxx is defending well.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Brandon trying to control the position but Sparxx is working away.
You can see the frustration on Sparxx's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Sparxx manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sparxx (2) vs (5) Brandon
Sparxx seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Brandon does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Sparxx is trying to work for a kimura but Brandon is defending well.
Sparxx is working for a submission of some sort.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Brandon is looking for a sweep. Sparxx is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sparxx seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Brandon does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
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.
Brandon wants to control the action here but instead Sparxx manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (5) vs (5) Brandon
Sparxx avoids the attempt from Brandon to control.
Brandon regains half guard.
Brandon tries to get to full guard but Sparxx has control of the leg.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Sparxx is working for a submission of some sort.
Brandon is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Brandon is still trying to improve position.
Sparxx is looking for a kimura but Brandon is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Sparxx to get the leverage.
Sparxx seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Brandon does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Brandon wants to improve his position but Sparxx is controlling well.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Sparxx trying to control the action but Brandon is working from the bottom.
Sparxx is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Brandon is just riding it out for now. Sparxx eventually gives up the hold.
Brandon is defending against the submission attempts here by Sparxx.
Brandon gets back to full guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Sparxx drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Brandon dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sparxx (5) vs (7) Brandon
Brandon is pushing down on Sparxx's leg trying to pass to half guard. Sparxx is fighting to maintain full guard but Brandon has managed to sneak the leg through.
Brandon prevents Sparxx from improving his position.
Brandon wants to take a breather but Sparxx is having none of it.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Sparxx is trying to get back to full guard.
Brandon seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Sparxx does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Sparxx wants to control but Brandon is keeping busy.
Brandon is looking for a kimura here.
Sparxx is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Brandon's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Brandon's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Sparxx (9) vs (7) Brandon
What can Brandon do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Brandon turns into Sparxx and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sparxx (9) vs (9) Brandon
Sparxx keeping full guard, as Brandon tries to pass.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Sparxx tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Brandon wants to control from the top but Sparxx keeps moving.
Sparxx isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Brandon stacks Sparxx on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Brandon! Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (9) vs (12) Brandon
Brandon trying to control the action but Sparxx is working from the bottom.
Brandon is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sparxx knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Brandon trying to control the action but Sparxx is working from the bottom.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Sparxx is looking for a sweep.
You can see the frustration on Sparxx's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Brandon staying calm.
Sparxx is looking to regain half guard here but Brandon keeps moving and retains side control.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Sparxx is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Brandon's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Sparxx makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Sparxx.
Brandon preventing the sweep.
Brandon sitting in guard here, content to control.
Sparxx is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Sparxx wants to sweep here but Brandon controlling him for the moment.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Sparxx looking to control.
Brandon trying to control but Sparxx is working from the bottom.
Brandon slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Sparxx pulls Brandon in close to prevent any damage.
Brandon is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Brandon trying to control the position from guard on top but Sparxx is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Sparxx has his foot on Brandon's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Brandon works his way back into a safe position though.
Sparxx working for a triangle but Brandon defends it easily.
Sparxx looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Brandon preventing the sweep.
Sparxx keeping moving, preventing Brandon from controlling successfully.
Sparxx 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.
Brandon wants to control from the top but Sparxx keeps moving.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Brandon might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Sparxx haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Brandon wants to pass the guard but Sparxx is keeping the position.
Brandon drops back, looking for a kneebar! Sparxx looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Sparxx looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Sparxx! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Sparxx (13) vs (12) Brandon
Brandon gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Sparxx is looking for a kimura here.
Sparxx is trying to work for a kimura but Brandon is defending well.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Sparxx prevents Brandon from improving his position.
Sparxx is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Brandon defends it well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sparxx is just content to waste time from the top position. Brandon takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sparxx takes the fight on points by 13 to 12.
Tyrone Sparxx gave a mention to Conviction in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
CACC 21
Date: Nov 23, 2019 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Bubba Brandon (ranked 21839 p4p, 480 weight class) and Ricco Torres (ranked 1729 p4p, 196 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Bubba Brandon! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Ricco Torres!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Frank Antenori and Timothy Bukovac.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Torres clinches up against the ropes.
Torres has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Brandon regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Brandon (0) vs (2) Torres
Brandon wants to control the position but Torres says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Torres is looking to advance position but Brandon won't allow it.
Brandon wants to control but Torres is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Torres tries to pass to full mount but Brandon defends it.
Torres is thwarting Brandon's attempts to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brandon wants to improve his position but Torres is controlling well.
Brandon controlling the position well.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Torres uses his free foot to push down on Brandon's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Brandon. Score +3 for passing guard: Brandon (0) vs (5) Torres
Torres with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Torres prevents Brandon from getting the reversal.
Torres has hold of Brandon's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Brandon manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Brandon tries to hold on but Torres postures up.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Torres swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Brandon is now in Torres's guard. A big mistake from Torres there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brandon (2) vs (5) Torres
Brandon wants to control from the top but Torres keeps moving.
Brandon is fighting to break Torres's control of his arms but Torres is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Brandon trying to control but Torres is working from the bottom.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Brandon trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Torres is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brandon (2) vs (7) Torres
Torres trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Brandon pulls Torres in close to his closed guard and prevents Torres from doing any damage or advancing position.
Torres sitting in guard here, content to control.
Torres trying to control but Brandon is working from the bottom.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Brandon looking to control.
Torres slips nicely into half guard.
Brandon wants to control but Torres is keeping busy.
Torres is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Torres is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Torres is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Brandon is looking to control Torres's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Brandon avoid being mounted?
Torres wants to control but Brandon is keeping him busy.
Brandon tries to get to full guard but Torres has control of the leg.
Brandon is trying to control but can't.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Torres trying to control from half guard but Brandon is working away.
Torres seems to be working for a kimura but Brandon defends the submission attempt.
Torres wants to lay and pray for a moment but Brandon keeps working.
Brandon is trying to control but can't.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Brandon tries to roll over but Torres keeps him under control.
Torres is taking a breather. Brandon 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.
Torres prevents Brandon from improving his position.
Torres is keen to just control but Brandon is a slippery customer.
Torres looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Torres is keen to just control but Brandon is a slippery customer.
Brandon is defending against the submission attempts here by Torres.
Brandon is looking to improve his position.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Torres frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Brandon (2) vs (10) Torres
Brandon can't escape the position.
Brandon has given up his back here. Will Torres look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Brandon (2) vs (13) Torres
You can see the frustration on Brandon's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Torres looking for the choke but no joy.
Brandon is in a bad position with Torres working for a choke. Brandon manages to spin nicely into guard and the danger is over for the moment. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brandon (4) vs (13) Torres
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Torres keeping moving, preventing Brandon from controlling successfully.
Brandon looking to pass the guard.
Brandon is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Torres is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Torres has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brandon (4) vs (15) Torres
Torres trying to control but Brandon is working from the bottom.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Torres trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Torres wants to control from the top but Brandon keeps moving.
Brandon pulls Torres in close to prevent any damage.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Brandon keeping moving, preventing Torres from controlling successfully.
Torres looking to sit in guard and control but Brandon gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brandon (6) vs (15) Torres
Torres keeping moving, preventing Brandon from controlling successfully.
Torres is trying to keep Brandon in close.
Brandon trying to control the position from guard on top but Torres is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Torres keeping full guard, as Brandon tries to pass.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Torres has Brandon pulled in close to control his posture.
Brandon looking to sit in guard and control but Torres gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brandon (6) vs (17) Torres
Torres trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Torres trying to control but Brandon is working from the bottom.
Torres engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Torres drops back, looking for a kneebar! Brandon looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Brandon looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Brandon! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Brandon (10) vs (17) Torres
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Brandon is looking to take a break and control but Torres is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Brandon takes a little break here. Torres wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Brandon is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Torres is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Brandon is looking to take a break and control but Torres is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Brandon working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Brandon trying to control the position but Torres is working away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Torres wins on points by 17 to 10.
After winning the bout, Ricco Torres 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:
NSC ADCC TRIALS 2
Date: Aug 23, 2019 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Connor Frank (ranked 4423 p4p, 389 weight class) and Bubba Brandon (ranked 21769 p4p, 511 weight class). Bubba Brandon is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 1 losses; Connor Frank! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Bubba Brandon!
The judges for this bout are Johanna Lukiainen, Matti Vanhoillinen and Marco Blurström.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Brandon closes the distance and clinches.
Frank wants the takedown. Brandon is fighting it off but Frank persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Brandon's guard against the ropes. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Frank (2) vs (0) Brandon
Frank might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Frank forces his way into half guard.
Frank works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Frank (5) vs (0) Brandon
Frank staying calm.
Brandon struggling a bit here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A lull in the action here as Frank stalls from top position.
Frank has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Frank 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.
Brandon is looking for a sweep.
You can see the frustration on Brandon's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Brandon might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Frank haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Brandon is looking for a sweep.
Brandon is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
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.
Brandon struggling a bit here.
Brandon is not content to let Frank control the position.
Brandon manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Frank prevents Brandon from improving his position.
Frank perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Brandon wants to control but Frank is keeping busy.
Frank content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Brandon moves into full guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Frank sitting in guard here, content to control.
Brandon working a defensive guard but Frank passes into half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Frank in particular looking to stall.
Brandon keeping control of the position.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Frank is taking a breather. Brandon 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.
Brandon trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Frank (8) vs (0) Brandon
Brandon is trying desperately to improve position.
Brandon is squirming around, avoiding Frank's attempts to control the action.
Brandon is in all sorts of trouble here.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Frank controlling his opponent.
Frank tries to control but Brandon wriggling away.
Frank controlling the position easily from mount.
Brandon is looking to improve his position but Frank isn't that keen on the idea.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Brandon stops Frank from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Brandon tries to hold on but Frank postures up.
Frank looking to control but Brandon is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Brandon is working to get back to half guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Frank takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Brandon is looking to get to half guard.
Frank moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Frank (11) vs (0) Brandon
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Frank controls the action.
Brandon wants to escape the position.
Frank biding his time, looking for the opening.
Brandon is in bad spot here.
Brandon trying to control the position but Frank manages to sink in the hooks.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Brandon manages to reverse the position and now he's in Frank's guard. Nice work there by Brandon.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Frank (11) vs (2) Brandon
Frank wants to sweep but no luck.
Frank 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: Frank (13) vs (2) Brandon
Frank content to control rather than advance.
Frank trying to control the action but Brandon is working from the bottom.
Frank controlling the action here.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Frank wants to lay and pray for a moment but Brandon keeps working.
Well, if Frank 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.
Frank seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Brandon does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Frank performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Brandon wants to improve his position but Frank is controlling well.
Brandon has his hands clasped together around Frank's back. He's all about the action.
Brandon moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Brandon 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.
Brandon is trying to hold Frank in close to prevent damage but Frank has managed to pass into half guard.
Brandon tries to get to full guard but Frank has control of the leg.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Frank keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Brandon is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Frank takes the fight on points by 13 to 2.
A relieved looking Connor Frank 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:
RISE 86- Manowaru Vs. Hantei 2
Date: Jul 20, 2019 |
#R1#
Granger misses with a body shot.
Granger pivots, looking for a leg kick but Brandon is out of range and Granger settles back down.
Granger throws a body punch but Brandon moves out of range.
Some wild striking there from Brandon.
Granger throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Brandon misses with a straight left.
A slapping leg kick lands for Granger.
Granger tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Brandon counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CL#
Granger gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Brandon looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Brandon is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
A short left from Granger.
Nice body punch from Granger.
Granger cracks Brandon with a nice body shot.#BC2#
Brandon breaks from the clinch.
We've been informed that Brandon 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.
Brandon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Granger lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Granger fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Brandon looks winded!#CL#
Granger gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Granger throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Brandons head.
Granger tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T1#
Brandon tries to circle away but Granger has him pinned against the cage.
Granger lands a nice uppercut.
Granger lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Granger lands with a light punch inside.
Granger misses with a body punch.
Granger tries a body shot but Brandon blocks it.
A right handed body shot lands from Granger.
A right handed body shot lands from Granger.
A left hand lands to the body for Granger.
Granger lands a left hand.
Granger lands a left hand.
Good body shot from Granger.
Granger lands a body punch.
Granger lands with a short shot to the head.
Granger stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Granger pushes Brandon back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Granger lands a hook that snaps the head of Brandon backwards.
Granger scores with a shot to the side of Brandon's head. #ROC#
Brandon is rocked!
Granger lands a nice shot to the body.
Brandon is still on wobbly legs! Can Granger finish him?
Granger creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Brandon with a big uppercut! Brandon tries to clinch up but Granger pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Brandon to the mat! Brandon covers up and Granger unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Frank Granger!
Frank Granger 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:
RFL-79 Bartoli Vs. Kondo 2
Date: Jun 08, 2019 |
#R1#
Brandon cracks Cruz Jr with a right hand to the side of the head.
Brandon 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.
Brandon throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Cruz Jr counters with a nice low kick that buckles Brandon's knee momentarily.
Brandon throws an overhand right that lands on Cruz Jr's shoulder, as Cruz Jr tries to avoid the shot.
Cruz Jr throws a low kick but it's checked well by Brandon.
Brandon slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Cruz Jr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Brandon.
Brandon misses with a left hand
and Cruz Jr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT#
It looks like Bubba Brandon has been cut.
Brandon misses with a lunging right hand
and Cruz Jr counters with a huge left! Brandon is in big trouble! He's backing up but Cruz Jr isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Brandon from any more damage. A dominating finish by Cruz Jr!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jorge Cruz Jr!
After winning the bout, Jorge Cruz Jr 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:
RFL-68
Date: Mar 16, 2019 |
#R1#
Kapisi throws a body punch but Brandon moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Brandon on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kapisi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Brandon manages to avoid it.
Kapisi just misses with a punch to the body.
#CL#
Kapisi closes the distance and clinches.
Brandon wants to break the clinch but can't.
Kapisi pushes Brandon back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Kapisi working aggressively here.
Brandon told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.
The referee is keeping an eye on Kapisi - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Brandon tries to break free but Kapisi pushes him back against the cage.
Kapisi softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Brandon wants to break the clinch but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Brandon breaks the clinch.
Brandon lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
A cross from Brandon lands.
Kapisi wants to clinch.#T1#
Brandon shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Kapisi eats them both and turns towards Brandon to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Kapisi just misses with a punch to the body.
Brandon closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #CUT#
It looks like Bubba Brandon has been cut.
Kapisi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Brandon misses with a lunging right hand
and Kapisi counters with a nice uppercut. #ROC#
Brandon is rocked!
Brandon ducks into an uppercut from Kapisi and that's knocked him out cold! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Keone Kapisi!
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Event:
WeInSyd 39
Date: Nov 25, 2018 |
#R1#
Ulvesson stuffs the takedown.
Ulvesson misses with a looping right.
Brandon looks to land a right hand but Ulvesson moved out of range.
Ulvesson lands a jab to the head.
#CUT2#
It looks like Bubba Brandon has been cut.
Ulvesson has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Brandon is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Brandon has his takedown stuffed
and Ulvesson counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Brandon keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Brandon doesn't manage to clinch there - Ulvesson circles away.
#CL#
Brandon has closed the distance and engaged Ulvesson in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Ulvesson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Brandon throws a hook but Ulvesson blocks it.
Brandon wants to clinch
and Ulvesson counters with a monster hook and another for good measure! Brandon falls to the ground, out cold! Stick some heavy metal music over the top of that clip and it's one for the highlight makers!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Ulf Ulvesson!
A very excited looking Ulf Ulvesson 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:
WeInSyd 36
Date: Oct 31, 2018 |
#R1#
Akodo misses with a wild body shot.
Akodo digs a good body shot into Brandon's ribs.#CL2#
Brandon closes the distance and clinches.
Brandon misses with a punch to the body.
A right handed body shot lands from Akodo.
#BC#
Akodo breaks the clinch.
Akodo swats away the attempt to clinch by Brandon.
Akodo fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#CUT#
It looks like Bubba Brandon has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brandon shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Akodo as he jumps to the side.
It looked like Akodo wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Brandon misses with a leg kick. #T1#
Good work by Akodo as he checks the leg kick.
Akodo ducks right into an uppercut from Brandon.
Brandon tries to clinch there but Akodo circles away.
Akodo circles away from the clinch attempt
and Akodo makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Brandon thows a leg kick but Akodo checks it #KD#
and Akodo counters with a nice right hand that sends Brandon toppling to the canvas! Brandon scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Akodo finish him?!
Brandon tries to clinch
and Akodo scores with a counter punch that sends Brandon to the canvas! Akodo smells blood - he's punishing Brandon with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Brandon has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Toturi Akodo!
A very excited looking Toturi Akodo 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:
WeInSyd32
Date: Oct 03, 2018 |
#R1##CL2#
Brandon moves into range and clinches up with Vazov.
Brandon changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Vazov fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Brandon fails in his attempt to clinch.
Vazov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Brandon misses with a hook. Vazov ducked under it nicely.
Vazov throws a counter high kick but Brandon was just alert enough to avoid it.
That kick from Vazov tenderised Brandon's leg. Brandon is trying to keep his angry face on.
Vazov checks a leg kick nicely.
Brandon changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Vazov tries to avoid it but Brandon manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Vazov to the ground. Vazov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Brandon avoids a kick to the body.
Brandon is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Brandon moves in looking to clinch but Vazov pushes him off.
Brandon tries to clinch there but Vazov circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vazov scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#TD#
Vazov fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Brandon to the ground. Vazov is now in Brandon's guard.
Brandon keeping moving, preventing Vazov from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Brandon is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Vazov defends well.#T1##SUB2#
Brandon is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Vazov defends well.
Vazov wants to control from the top but Brandon keeps moving.
Vazov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Vazov will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Brandon keeping moving, preventing Vazov from controlling successfully.
Brandon not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Vazov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Brandon works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Brandon is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Brandon pulls Vazov in close to prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Brandon is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Vazov is aware though and is defending well.
Brandon punching from the bottom - just letting Vazov know he's still in a fight.
We've been hearing that Vazov has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Brandon looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Vazov puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Brandon slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Vazov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Vazov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Brandon is keeping the position for now.
Brandon is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T3#
Brandon keeping moving, preventing Vazov from controlling successfully.
Brandon looking to hit a scissor sweep but Vazov is one step ahead there.
Vazov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Brandon is keeping the position for now.
Brandon keeping moving, preventing Vazov from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#CL2#
Brandon forces Vazov back against the cage and clinches.#BC2#
Brandon's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Vazov with a poor takedown
and Brandon counters with a good low kick that Vazov was not able to check. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD2#
Brandon gets control of Vazov's arms and successfully pulls guard. Brandon will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Brandon working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Vazov.
Brandon is trying to control the position but Vazov postures up.
Vazov really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#SUB2#
Brandon had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Vazov defends it easily.
Brandon is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Vazov is controlling him.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Vazov wants to control from the top but Brandon keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Bubba Brandon will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Brandon tries to clinch up.
As Brandon backs away, Vazov returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Vazov connects with a high kick.
Brandon throws a series of punches but Vazov avoids them all with ease.
Brandon tries to clinch there but Vazov circles away.
Bubba Brandon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Vazov tries to keep at a distance but Brandon has taken the fight into the clinch.
Brandon goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#BC2#
Brandon escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Brandon drives through with a takedown into Vazov's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Brandon wants to pass the guard but Vazov is keeping the position.
Vazov trying to control the position.
#T1#
Brandon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Vazov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Brandon trying to control but Vazov is working from the bottom.
Vazov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Brandon can't keep his opponent in guard - Vazov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Vazov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Vazov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Andrei Vazov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
Vazov is thwarting Brandon's attempts to control the position.
Vazov is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Brandon!
Brandon tries to hold on but Vazov postures up.
Vazov lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Brandon hang on?
Vazov wants to control the pace but Brandon is squirming around nicely.
Vazov loads up on a couple of big shots to the head that have Brandon scrambling to escape. He can't get free though and several more unanswered shots from Vazov land to the head. The referee has no choice but to stop the fight. Vazov stands and salutes the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Andrei Vazov!
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