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Event:
AFC Helsinki 2
Date: Aug 31, 2018 |
#R1#
Tolevski misses with a head kick.
Tolevski fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Bonnano stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bonnano wants it to stay on the feet.
Tolevski shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bonnano but Bonnano pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Ralph Bonnano has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jason Tolevski.
Bonnano swats away the attempt to clinch by Tolevski.
Bonnano changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Tolevski displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Bonnano.
Tolevski feints a counter leg kick.
Bonnano shoots in and drives through. Tolevski sprawls well.
Bonnano looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Tolevski is fending him off so far but Bonnano persists. Nope, Tolevski circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Tolevski looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Bonnano wants to stand back up but Tolevski manages to pass into side control.
Tolevski is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Bonnano on the wrong end of some ground and pound. #T1##SU2#
Tolevski decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Tolevski stuffs the takedown attempt from Bonnano. Bonnano gets slowly back to his feet.
Tolevski slaps away a takedown attempt from Bonnano, before circling back to the center of the mat.
No luck for Bonnano with that takedown attempt.
Tolevski misses with a double jab.
Bonnano throws out a powerful jab.#TD2#
Tolevski gets a double leg takedown into Bonnano's guard.
Tolevski postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Bonnano being controlled here, momentarily.
Tolevski pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bonnano is keeping the position for now. #T2#
Tolevski is still trying to improve position.
Tolevski trying to control the position from guard on top but Bonnano is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tolevski passes into half guard.
Tolevski slips a nice elbow through Bonnano's hands, connecting with Bonnano's forehead.
Bonnano wants to improve his position but Tolevski is controlling well.
Bonnano desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Tolevski sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T3##SU2#
Tolevski stands up out of the half guard.
Tolevski misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Bonnano half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Tolevski with a poor takedown #TD#
and Bonnano counters with a nice double leg into guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Bonnano trying to control but Tolevski is working from the bottom.
Tolevski looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Tolevski is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Bonnano wants to control from the top but Tolevski keeps moving. #T4#
Bonnano engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Bonnano trying to control but Tolevski is working from the bottom.
Bonnano controlling from the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tolevski will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bonnano tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Tolevski defends well and Bonnano ends up having to push Tolevski into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#TD2#
Tolevski throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Bonnano tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Tolevski is in Bonnano's guard.#ES#
Bonnano uses the cage to get back to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A nice combination there by Bonnano.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Jason Tolevski will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Tolevski shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Bonnano bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#CUT#
It looks like Jason Tolevski has been cut.
Bonnano connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tolevski momentarily.
#ROC#
Tolevski is rocked!
Tolevski ducks into an uppercut from Bonnano and that's knocked him out cold! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:17 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ralph Bonnano!
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Event:
AFC Fight Night 23
Date: Aug 04, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
Bonnano shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Bonnano was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Sergeant is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Bonnano off and has taken his back!
Bonnano is trying to break free.
Bonnano grimaces as he takes a shot to the body.
Bonnano grimaces as he takes a shot to the body. #SUB2#
Sergeant is looking for the choke from the back position but Bonnano is controlling his hands well.
Sergeant struggling to keep hold of the position.
Bonnano covers up after taking a massive shot to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sergeant scores with punches to the body. #SUB2#
Sergeant is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Bonnano defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Bonnano is keeping busy.
Sergeant controls the action.
Sergeant gets his hands free as Bonnano looks to control. #T1#
What can Bonnano do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Let's hope that Sergeant 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.#SUB2#
Sergeant working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #SUB2#
Sergeant is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sergeant throws a big right hand but he misses and hits the mat. Ouch. #SUB2#
Sergeant is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Bonnano trying to control but not successfully. #T2#
Oooh a big shot gets through from Sergeant. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
#SUB2#
Sergeant is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Bonnano wants to escape the position.
Bonnano is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Sergeant patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#SUB2#
Sergeant tightening his grip on Bonnano, looking for the choke.
Bonnano just trying to survive but Sergeant is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Sergeant cracks Bonnano with a big shot to body and one to the head - really punishing Bonnano from the back mount here, looking to soften him up.
#T3#
Bonnano is trying to break free.
Bonnano turns into Sergeant and is now in his guard.
Sergeant tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Sergeant has Bonnano pulled in close to control his posture. #SUB#
Bonnano drops back looking for a leg! Sergeant is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Sergeant manages to kick Bonnano off! Bonnano jumps back into Sergeant's guard.
Sergeant is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Bonnano slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
You can see the frustration on Sergeant's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Sergeant holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage.#T4#
Bonnano is trying to move to mount but Sergeant reverses beautifully and ends up in Bonnano's guard.
Bonnano working a defensive guard here.
Sergeant is looking to work some ground and pound but Bonnano has wrist control.
Sergeant advances position into side control!#SUB2#
Sergeant thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Sergeant scoring with punches from side control. #SUB2#
Sergeant wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Bonnano, who protects the arm well.
Bonnano gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dan Sergeant 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#
Sergeant throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Bonnano's waist but Bonnano gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Sergeant off to one side.
A lazy left from Sergeant finds it's target.
Bonnano has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Bonnano leaves Sergeant with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Sergeant with a hook.
Sergeant shoots in but Bonnano avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Ralph Bonnano has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dan Sergeant.
Bonnano showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Sergeant.
#TD2#
Sergeant shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bonnano is trying to control but can't.
Bonnano tries to get to full guard but Sergeant has control of the leg.
Sergeant is thwarting Bonnano's attempts to control the position.#T1#
Sergeant prevents Bonnano from improving his position.
Sergeant trying to pass the guard but Bonnano defending well.
Bonnano is trying to maintain the position but Sergeant is very close to passing his half guard.
Still in half guard, Sergeant seems content to control.
Bonnano manages to get to full guard.
Sergeant engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Sergeant trying to control but Bonnano is working from the bottom. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Sergeant drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Bonnano manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Sergeant has Bonnano in his guard.#REVR#
Bonnano trying to control but Sergeant is working from the bottom.
Bonnano looking to pass the guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Sergeant can do anything to dispel that myth.
Sergeant tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Sergeant not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Bonnano trying to control the position from guard on top but Sergeant is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sergeant is looking to stand up but Bonnano isn't so interested in that idea. #T3#
Bonnano trying to control but Sergeant is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Sergeant looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Sergeant wants to stand but Bonnano is controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Sergeant drives through with a takedown into guard. #SUB#
Bonnano has his foot on Sergeant's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sergeant works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Bonnano working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sergeant doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sergeant manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Bonnano preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Sergeant trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T4#
Sergeant cracks Bonnano with a solid left hand.
Sergeant is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Bonnano looking to control.
Bonnano wants to control the position but Sergeant says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #SUB2#
Sergeant is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Bonnano is just riding it out for now. Sergeant eventually gives up the hold.
Bonnano makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Bonnano.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sergeant postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dan Sergeant 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. This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Sergeant shoots in and bounces Bonnano off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Sergeant 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.
Dan Sergeant has got the better of the ground game so far.
Bonnano wants to get back to his feet but Sergeant is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Sergeant trying to control the position from guard on top but Bonnano is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sergeant throwing strikes from guard but Bonnano blocks nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sergeant trying to control but Bonnano is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Bonnano looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Sergeant missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T1#
Sergeant is pushing down on Bonnano's leg trying to pass to half guard. Bonnano is fighting to maintain full guard but Sergeant has managed to sneak the leg through.
Sergeant is trying to control. Bonnano wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Sergeant missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Sergeant trying to control the action but Bonnano is working from the bottom.
Sergeant lands strikes from half guard.#SUB2#
Sergeant seems to be working for a kimura but Bonnano defends the submission attempt.
Bonnano on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Bonnano wants to control but Sergeant is keeping busy.
#T2#
Sergeant looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Bonnano is refusing to be controlled, as Sergeant sits in half guard.
Sergeant scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Bonnano is looking for a sweep. Sergeant is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sergeant has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Sergeant thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
The fighters are battling for position here. Bonnano manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Sergeant engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Bonnano keeping moving, preventing Sergeant from controlling successfully. #T3#
Sergeant landing with the ground and pound.
Bonnano keeping full guard, as Sergeant tries to pass.
Sergeant postures up in Bonnano's guard and throws a big left but Bonnano blocks it. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Sergeant scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Bonnano makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Bonnano.
Sergeant trying to control the position from guard on top but Bonnano is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sergeant wants to pass the guard but Bonnano is keeping the position.
Sergeant wants to control from the top but Bonnano keeps moving. #T4#
Sergeant is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Sergeant must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Sergeant pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bonnano is keeping the position for now.
Sergeant wants to control from the top but Bonnano keeps moving.
Bonnano wants to sweep here but Sergeant controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Sergeant is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Bonnano is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Bonnano has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bonnano wants to control from the top but Sergeant keeps moving.
And that's the end of the fight!
Dan Sergeant comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Sergeant 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 Thiago Cunha scores the fight 27:30
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 27:30
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dan Sergeant!
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Event:
AFC Helsinki
Date: Jul 15, 2018 |
#R1#
Silva works Bonnano's body with a nice hook.
Silva swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#TD#
so Bonnano counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Silva is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Bonnano showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB#
Bonnano drops back, looking for a kneebar! Silva looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Silva looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Silva! #REVB#
Silva working away.
A lull in the action here.#SUB2#
Silva tries for a kimura but Bonnano is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Silva wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Bonnano, who protects the arm well.
Silva scores with punches from side control. #T1#
Bonnano is not content to let Silva control the position. #SU2#
Silva decides to stand back up. Silva steps back and let's Bonnano get back to his feet.
Bonnano pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bonnano missing with a left hand there. Silva was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bonnano takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Sloppy strikes from Silva. Those never looked like landing.
Silva takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Bonnano throws a shot to the body.
Silva takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Silva swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Silva closes the distance and clinches up with Bonnano, looking for a takedown. Silva pushes Bonnano against the cage but Bonnano circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Bonnano connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Silva's hands.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice straight punches there by Silva. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Silva.
A punch combination from Bonnano misses.
Bonnano tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Silva swivels and escapes.
Bonnano looks to land a combination but Silva avoids it well.
A slow jab from Bonnano misses its intended target.
Bonnano ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Silva moves away.
Silva misses with a wild body shot.
Bonnano changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Silva paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Bonnano walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Silva swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Bonnano.
Silva throws a low kick, looking for Bonnano's leg but Bonnano calmly moves out of range.
Silva throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Silva keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Bonnano throws the left hand but Silva avoids the punch easily.#T3#
Bonnano shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Silva sprawls well. Silva wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Bonnano gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ralph Bonnano. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bonnano throws a right and a left that Silva avoids nicely.
Silva scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Bonnano defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Silva.
Silva fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bonnano manages to avoid it.
Bonnano tries to counter with a takedown but Silva is quick to defend against it.
Silva throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Silva slips a jab from Bonnano.
Silva with the counter takedown but Bonnano avoids it easily.
Silva pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bonnano's corner calls for a 1-2. Bonnano obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Nice takedown defense from Silva. No joy for Bonnano on that attempt.
Silva is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Silva shoots in but Bonnano avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Silva 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.
#T4#
Bonnano has a takedown stuffed.#TD2#
Silva shoots in and gets a takedown into Bonnano's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Silva got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bonnano has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Silva has managed to get both his arms back between Bonnano's legs - danger averted.
Silva has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Bonnano is proving hard to escape from.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Silva working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Silva content to stall in guard here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Adriano Silva 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#
Silva throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bonnano sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Silva misses with a wild body shot.
Bonnano keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Silva.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bonnano.
Silva gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Bonnano dives in for a single leg takedown but Silva sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Silva throws a hook but Bonnano avoids it easily.
Bonnano ducks under a wild hook from Silva.
A looping hook to the body misses from Silva. Bonnano does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice shot lands for Bonnano.
Bonnano uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Silva.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silva misses with the combination.
Bonnano leaves Silva with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Silva has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Silva misses with an uppercut
#TD#
and Bonnano counters with a takedown into side control. #ES2#
Silva explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there! #T1#
Sloppy strikes from Bonnano. Those never looked like landing.
Ralph Bonnano seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Bonnano, as that shot connected.
#TD#
Bonnano is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Silva's half guard.#ES2#
Silva kicks Bonnano off and gets back to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Silva connects with a nice looking jab.
Silva fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bonnano looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Bonnano misses with a looping left.
And Silva tries to counter it with a takedown but Bonnano pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Silva pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bonnano misses with a series of wild punches.
#TD#
Silva gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Adriano Silva has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2#
Bonnano trying to control the position from guard on top but Silva is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bonnano won't allow Silva to sweep him here.
Bonnano postures up.
Bonnano wants to control from the top but Silva keeps moving.
Silva has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Bonnano trying to control but Silva is working from the bottom.
Silva 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##T3#
Silva is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Bonnano is not content to let Silva control the position.
Bonnano is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Silva's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Silva's back!
Bonnano trying to control momentarily.
Silva wants to get back to his feet.
Silva is keeping busy.
You can see the frustration on Silva's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T4#
Silva is trying to stand back up.
Silva looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #SUB#
Silva defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Bonnano's arms.
Silva breaks Bonnano's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Silva trying to control the position from guard on top but Bonnano is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Silva is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Adriano Silva will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Silva gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bonnano blocks a jab.
Adriano Silva seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Silva throws a leg kick but Bonnano moved away.
Bonnano misses with a hook. Silva ducked under it nicely.
Silva darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Silva takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Bonnano is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Silva misses with a looping left.
Bonnano tries to counter with a takedown but Silva is quick to defend against it.
Bonnano keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bonnano changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Silva misses with a body shot.
A punch combination from Silva misses.
Silva misses with a double jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silva takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
#TD2#
Silva shoots in and gets a takedown into Bonnano's guard.#ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Bonnano manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Silva lands a nice uppercut.#T1#
Silva lands an uppercut.
A frustrated look appears on Silva's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Bonnano swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Silva goes for a takedown attempt but Bonnano pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Ralph Bonnano is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bonnano thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bonnano looks for a takedown but Silva sprawls well.
Silva cracks Bonnano with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bonnano throws a right hand that Silva ducks under and follows up with a left that Silva also avoids with ease.
A head kick from Silva lands but Bonnano takes it in his stride.
Bonnano fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bonnano dives in and grabs Silva's left leg, looking for a takedown. Silva pushes down on Bonnano's head and hops out.
Bonnano shoots in looking for a takedown. Silva tries to sprawl out of it but Bonnano keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Silva 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 Ralph Bonnano. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2#
Silva slips a jab and a cross from Bonnano.
Silva lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bonnano paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Silva lands a nice hook to Bonnano's body. Bonnano takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Silva shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Bonnano eats them both and turns towards Silva to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Silva lands with a cross.
Silva takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Bonnano takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Silva lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bonnano walks into a straight right hand from Silva.
Bonnano looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bonnano walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Silva tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T3#
Bonnano connects with a body shot.
Bonnano works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Bonnano takes one to the side of the head.
Bonnano fails to land with a series of punches.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Silva.
Bonnano swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Silva.
Silva misses with a takedown attempt - Bonnano sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Silva pivots, looking for a leg kick but Bonnano is out of range and Silva settles back down.
Silva throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bonnano sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bonnano throws a hook but Silva blocks it.#TD#
Bonnano darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Silva makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Silva lands with a hook. Bonnano tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Bonnano ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Silva moves away.
Silva feints the counter takedown.
Bonnano misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Silva works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Bonnano misses with a body shot.
Silva throws a lazy right hand but Bonnano sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Silva throws a body punch but Bonnano moves out of range.
Bonnano avoids the body shot from Silva.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Silva misses with a hook
#TD#
and Bonnano counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Silva!
You can see the frustration on Silva's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Ralph Bonnano has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Silva is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Bonnano is staying active.
And that's the end of the fight!
Adriano Silva comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Silva 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 Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 27:30
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 27:30
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Adriano Silva!
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Event:
AFC Fight Night 21
Date: Jul 07, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
Ruger dives in and scores a takedown into Bonnano's guard.
Ruger working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Ruger controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Ruger working some strikes from top position.
Ruger keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Bonnano's head.
Ruger scoring with some ground and pound.
Ruger lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#ROC#
Bonnano is rocked!
Ruger working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Bonnano's head.
Bonnano is still in real trouble! Can Ruger finish him?
Ruger works over Bonnano with some ground and pound from guard.
Ruger postures up from his opponent's guard, before exploding into some vicious ground and pound! Bonnano covers up, he's hurt! Ruger keeps throwing the strikes, glancing at the referee... Will he stop it?? One more big shot from Ruger and the ref steps in to end the fight! Ruger can't hide his delight as he celebrates with his corner.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Rex Ruger!
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Event:
AFC New York 2
Date: Jun 10, 2018 |
#R1#
Carruthers throws a leg kick but Bonnano sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A slapping leg kick lands for Carruthers.
Bonnano walks into a jab.
Bonnano avoids a punch combination nicely.
Carruthers connects with a nice looking jab.
Bonnano changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Carruthers tries to avoid it but Bonnano manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Carruthers to the ground. Carruthers escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Carruthers wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#TD2#
Carruthers gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Bonnano trying to control but Carruthers is working from the bottom.
Bonnano tries to free his leg and advance position but Carruthers is retaining full guard.
Bonnano trying to control but Carruthers is working from the bottom.
Carruthers trying to keep a closed guard but Bonnano is proving a slippery customer.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bonnano is pushing down on Carruthers's leg trying to pass to half guard. Carruthers is fighting to maintain full guard but Bonnano has managed to sneak the leg through.#T1#
Carruthers trying to control but Bonnano postures up.
#SUB2#
Bonnano is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Bonnano wants to work for an arm triangle but Carruthers is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Bonnano is trying to work for a kimura but Carruthers is defending well.
Carruthers controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Bonnano stops Carruthers from getting back to his feet.
#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Carruthers is staying active underneath Bonnano, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Carruthers tries to kick Bonnano off but Bonnano keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Bonnano wants to free his trapped foot but Carruthers is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Bonnano moves nicely into side control.
Carruthers wants to control but Bonnano postures up.#SUB2#
Bonnano looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Carruthers is looking for a sweep.
Bonnano passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Carruthers! #SUB2#
Bonnano jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Carruthers manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Bonnano tries to advance to mount but Carruthers denies him. #T3#
Bonnano trying to control the position but Carruthers is working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Carruthers tries to improve position but can't. #SUB2#
Bonnano tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Carruthers knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Bonnano on the ground.#SUB2#
Bonnano tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Carruthers tries to improve position but can't. #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.
Bonnano tries to move to mount but Carruthers blocks the move with his legs.
Carruthers is looking to regain half guard here but Bonnano keeps moving and retains side control.
Bonnano trying to control the position but Carruthers is working away.
Bonnano controls the position.#SUB2#
Bonnano is trying to get an arm triangle but Carruthers is defending well.
Carruthers is looking for a sweep.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Bonnano is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Carruthers knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Carruthers tries to escape but Bonnano is in control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ralph Bonnano 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#
Carruthers on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Carruthers shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Carruthers wants to land a leg kick but Bonnano is out of range.
Bonnano misses with a straight left.
Carruthers scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Carruthers lands a jab-cross combination.
Bonnano shoots in but Carruthers avoids the takedown attempt easily.
As Bonnano backs away, Carruthers returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Carruthers misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bonnano changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#TD2#
Bonnano closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Carruthers did well to prevent Bonnano getting side control.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Carruthers is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Carruthers looks like he's trying to stand up.
Ralph Bonnano has got the better of the ground game so far.
Bonnano is trying to control. Carruthers wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Carruthers wants to get back to his feet.
#T1##SUB2#
Bonnano is working for a kimura but Carruthers is defending it quite comfortably.
Bonnano stalling.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Bonnano is looking for a kimura here.
Bonnano prevents Carruthers from standing back up.
#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Bonnano is pressing down on Carruthers's thigh, looking to free his foot. Carruthers is holding on for now.
Bonnano is thwarting Carruthers's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Bonnano seems to be working for a kimura but Carruthers defends the submission attempt.
Carruthers wants to get back to full guard.
Carruthers is trying to maintain the position but Bonnano is very close to passing his half guard.
Bonnano looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
We've been hearing good reports from Carruthers'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.
Bonnano has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Carruthers tries to lock up and control but Bonnano gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T3#
Bonnano trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Carruthers is looking to get to half guard.
Bonnano pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Carruthers tries to hold on but Bonnano postures up.#SUB2#
Bonnano is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Carruthers is surviving well by controlling Bonnano's body position as best he can. #SUB2#
Bonnano looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Bonnano wants to finish this one by submission but Carruthers is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Bonnano. #T4#
Carruthers is desperately trying to improve his position but Bonnano has a good base and remains in mount.
Bonnano works his way to his opponent's back.
Carruthers is in bad spot here.
#SUB2#
Bonnano has managed to slip his arm under Carruthers's chin. This could be all over... yep, Carruthers is tapping out! Submission win for Bonnano.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ralph Bonnano!
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Event:
AFC New York
Date: May 27, 2018 |
#R1#
Nice takedown defense from Bonnano. No joy for Sergeant on that attempt.
A left and a right from Bonnano both land. Nice combination. #TD#
Sergeant closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Bonnano struggling a bit here.
Bonnano is looking for a sweep.
Bonnano is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Sergeant's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB2#
Bonnano looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Sergeant seems to be looking for submissions.
Bonnano manages to get to full guard.
Sergeant wants to pass the guard but Bonnano is keeping the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Bonnano manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Sergeant manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##SUB2#
Bonnano is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Sergeant is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Sergeant has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Bonnano working a defensive guard here.
Sergeant controlling from the top position.
Sergeant with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Sergeant wants to control from the top but Bonnano keeps moving. #T2#
Sergeant scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Sergeant controlling from the top position.
Bonnano wants to sweep here but Sergeant controlling him for the moment.
Sergeant passes Bonnano's left leg - he's now in half guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Bonnano is staying active underneath Sergeant, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Bonnano is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Sergeant is working for a kimura but Bonnano is defending it quite comfortably.
Sergeant is thwarting Bonnano's attempts to control the position.#T3#
Sergeant trying to control the pace.
Bonnano tries to roll over but Sergeant keeps him under control.
Sergeant 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.
Sergeant is stalling here. Bonnano is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Sergeant seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Bonnano has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Sergeant is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Bonnano is controlling him well.
I wouldn't like to be where Sergeant is right now.
Sergeant is looking for a sweep.#T4#
Bonnano trying to control the position but Sergeant is working away.
Bonnano working away.
Bonnano wants to control but Sergeant is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Bonnano tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Sergeant is looking for a sweep.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bonnano tries to advance to mount but can't. #SUB2#
Bonnano working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ralph Bonnano 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#
Sergeant shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bonnano as he avoids it easily. #TD#
Sergeant changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Bonnano looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Bonnano is trying to control Sergeant's posture but Sergeant avoids it.
Sergeant controlling from side mount.
Sergeant wants to control but Bonnano is keeping him busy.
Sergeant happy to just control the position for now.
Bonnano wants to control but Sergeant postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bonnano is looking to regain half guard here but Sergeant keeps moving and retains side control.
Bonnano struggling a bit here.#T1#
Bonnano tries to improve position but can't.
A lull in the action here.
Sergeant'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.
Bonnano is looking for a sweep.
A control attempt from Bonnano but he's now mounted!
Bonnano can't escape the position.
Sergeant trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Bonnano is bucking up trying to escape but Sergeant cracks him with another couple of good strikes.#T2#
Sergeant controlling his opponent.
Further stalling from Sergeant.
Sergeant seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Bonnano for as long as he can get away with.
Bonnano is trying to escape the mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bonnano is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Bonnano in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head. #T3#
Bonnano can't escape the position.
#SUB#
Sergeant goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Bonnano is on top in guard.
Sergeant is adopting a defensive guard.
Bonnano tries to free his leg and advance position but Sergeant is retaining full guard.
Sergeant looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Sergeant wants to stand but Bonnano is controlling the position. #T4##SUB#
Sergeant is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Bonnano is aware though and is defending well.
Bonnano slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB2#
Bonnano swings around for an armbar but Sergeant sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Bonnano's guard.#SUB2#
Sergeant got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bonnano has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Sergeant has managed to get both his arms back between Bonnano's legs - danger averted.
Sergeant scoring with punches to the head and body.
Sergeant trying to control the position from guard on top but Bonnano is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sergeant with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bonnano keeping full guard, as Sergeant tries to pass. #SUB2#
Bonnano is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dan Sergeant 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#
Sergeant dives in for a single leg takedown but Bonnano sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#TD2#
Bonnano looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Sergeant!#SUB2#
Bonnano is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sergeant knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Sergeant is not content to let Bonnano control the position.
Dan Sergeant overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Sergeant is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Bonnano has just dragged him back down to the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bonnano tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #SUB2#
Bonnano is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Sergeant has escaped the position, nice work there.
Sergeant on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Sergeant tries to get out of the position.#T1##SUB2#
Bonnano goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Sergeant rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Bonnano's guard! Nice work there by Sergeant!
Sergeant pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bonnano is keeping the position for now.
Sergeant has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Sergeant 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. #SUB2#
Bonnano pushes a forearm under Sergeant's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Sergeant is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:50 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ralph Bonnano!
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Event:
AFC Cathaway vs Turturro
Date: May 12, 2018 |
#R1#
Bonnano scores with a nice right hand.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Warner.
Warner steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bonnano.
Warner tries to score a power double leg takedown but Bonnano sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Warner somewhat.
Warner avoids the body shot from Bonnano.
Warner throws a big counter head kick but Bonnano avoids it with no problem.
No luck for Warner with that takedown attempt.
Ralph Bonnano has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jeff Warner.
Warner shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bonnano but Bonnano pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Warner fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Warner slips a jab and a cross from Bonnano.
#TD#
Bonnano drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Warner trying to keep a closed guard but Bonnano is proving a slippery customer.
Warner really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Bonnano. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T1#
Bonnano'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.
Bonnano pushing down on Warner's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Bonnano prevents Warner from improving his position.
Warner wants to get back to full guard but Bonnano has mounted him!
Warner regains half guard.
Bonnano passes to full mount!
Bonnano controlling the pace for now.
Warner is squirming around, avoiding Bonnano's attempts to control the action. #T2#
Bonnano wants to take his opponent's back but Warner doesn't allow it.
Bonnano mounts Warner! Really nice guard pass there!
Warner is looking to get to half guard.
Bonnano can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Warner is looking to escape.
Bonnano tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T3#
Bonnano tries to control but Warner wriggling away. #SUB#
Bonnano has control of Warner's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Warner regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Bonnano looking to control and managing it successfully.
Bonnano wants to take his opponent's back but Warner doesn't allow it.
Warner is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T4##SUB#
Bonnano has hold of Warner's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Warner manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Bonnano tries to control but Warner wriggling away.
Warner has given up his back. Will we see Bonnano going for some submissions?
#SUB#
Bonnano is working the back position looking for the choke. Oh, he's slid into an armbar! Beautiful transition and Warner taps out! Fantastic Jiu Jitsu from Bonnano.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ralph Bonnano!
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Event:
AFC Fight Night 18
Date: Apr 28, 2018 |
#R1#
Carruthers connects with a body shot.
Bonnano tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Carruthers defends well and Bonnano ends up having to push Carruthers into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Carruthers stuns Bonnano with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Carruthers connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Carruthers wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Carruthers throws out a leg kick but Bonnano moves out of range and Carruthers only half commits.
Carruthers lands with a good body shot.
Bonnano looks to land a combination but Carruthers avoids it well. #TD#
Bonnano shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Carruthers manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Carruthers is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Bonnano is controlling him.
Carruthers is trying to keep Bonnano in close.
Carruthers is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Bonnano trying to control but Carruthers is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Bonnano thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T1#
Bonnano wants to control from the top but Carruthers keeps moving.
Carruthers really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Bonnano. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Carruthers being controlled here, momentarily.
Carruthers trying to keep a closed guard but Bonnano is proving a slippery customer.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Bonnano wants to control from the top but Carruthers keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Bonnano connects with a crisp jab.
Bonnano misses with a hook
and Carruthers counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bonnano misses with a few strikes there.
Bonnano misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Carruthers let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T2#
Carruthers throws a good cross that connects.
Bonnano throws a hook to the side of Carruthers's head but Carruthers sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bonnano will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ralph Bonnano. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Carruthers feints with a jab and clips Bonnano right behind the ear with a massive overhand right! Bonnano is sent crashing into the canvas and Carruthers leaps in for the kill! Bonnano tries to get to his feet but Carruthers is just battering him from every conceivable angle. The ref decides that Bonnano is in need of a savior and steps in!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jimmy Carruthers!
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Event:
AFC Thursday Night Fights
Date: Mar 22, 2018 |
#R1#
Bonnano lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Bonnano misses with a jab, cross combination.
Simmons tries to counter by closing the distance.#CL2#
Simmons clinches with his opponent.
#TD2#
Simmons drags the fight down to the ground.
Bonnano trying to control the position from guard on top but Simmons is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Simmons keeping full guard, as Bonnano tries to pass.
Simmons controlling Bonnano's posture.
Bonnano trying to control the position from guard on top but Simmons is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bonnano definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simmons trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. #T1#
Bonnano preventing the sweep.
Bonnano trying to control the position from guard on top but Simmons is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Bonnano jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL2#
Simmons drives through and clinches with Bonnano against the cage.
#BC2#
Simmons's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bonnano on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Simmons shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Bonnano lands a jab to Simmons's midsection.
Bonnano misses with a right hand
and Simmons counters with a left and a right that stings Bonnano.
Bonnano shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Simmons eats them both and turns towards Bonnano to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bonnano tries for a takedown but Simmons circles away easily#CL2#
and Simmons counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Simmons.
Bonnano wants a takedown.
#BC2#
Simmons breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#T2#
Bonnano connects with the punch.
Simmons looks to score with a jab to the body but Bonnano is just out of range.#TD2#
Bonnano gets caught flat footed, as Simmons shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Simmons is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB#
Bonnano throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Simmons escapes and throws Bonnano's legs to the side, diving into side control! #SUB2#
Simmons tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Bonnano tries to buck Simmons off but Simmons is having none of it.
Simmons working away.#T3#
Bonnano manages to work his way to half guard, despite Simmons's best efforts.
Bonnano wants to get back to full guard.
Simmons is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Simmons is thwarting Bonnano's attempts to control the position.
Simmons wants to take a breather but Bonnano is having none of it.
Simmons prevents Bonnano from improving his position.
Simmons takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Bonnano wants to get back to full guard.
Simmons landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #SUB2#
Simmons wants to work for an arm triangle but Bonnano is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T4#
Simmons wants to get back to his feet.
#SUB2#
Simmons wants to work for an arm triangle but Bonnano is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Bonnano is trying to stand back up but Simmons is controlling him
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Bonnano shoots in and bounces Simmons off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Simmons throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Simmons 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.
Simmons seems keen to control Bonnano's posture.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Gregory Simmons will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Bonnano shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Simmons but Simmons pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Bonnano darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Bonnano connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Simmons's hands.
Ralph Bonnano seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bonnano cracks Simmons with a right hand to the side of the head.
Bonnano throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bonnano tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Simmons was well out of range. Poor timing from Bonnano.
Bonnano looks for a takedown but Simmons sprawls well.#CL2#
Simmons has managed to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simmons leaning his opponent against the cage.
A short right from Simmons on the inside. #T1##BC2#
Simmons escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#TD2#
Bonnano gets caught napping as Simmons dives in and scores a takedown. Bonnano manages to retain guard.
Bonnano is looking to stand back up but Simmons counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Bonnano. #REVR#
Simmons tries to pass to full mount but Bonnano defends it. #SUB2#
Simmons is trying to work for a kimura but Bonnano is defending well.
Bonnano is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Bonnano is defending against the submission attempts here by Simmons.
Bonnano is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
Simmons not doing much here.
Simmons wants to stand up but Bonnano has a hold of him and won't allow it.
Ground and pound from Simmons.
Bonnano trying to control but Simmons postures up.
Bonnano is looking to get back to full guard here but Simmons has managed to pass to side control instead.#T3##SU2#
Simmons decides to stand up, so the ref orders Bonnano to his feet.
Bonnano throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Simmons shoots in for a takedown but Bonnano shows good takedown defense.
Bonnano misses with a right hand #TD2#
and Simmons counters with a nice double leg into guard. #ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Bonnano manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Simmons creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC2#
Simmons breaks from the clinch.
Simmons takes one to the chin there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2#
Simmons fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bonnano, pushing him back against the cage.
Bonnano tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Simmons takes a shot to the head. #TD2#
Simmons gets control of Bonnano's arms and successfully pulls guard. Simmons will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#T4#
Bonnano preventing the sweep.
Simmons is controlling Bonnano's posture.
Bonnano slips nicely into half guard.
Gregory Simmons has got the better of the ground game so far.
Bonnano tries to pass the half guard into mount. Simmons knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Bonnano seems to be working for a kimura but Simmons defends the submission attempt.
Simmons is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Bonnano is keen to just control but Simmons is a slippery customer.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Gregory Simmons 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#
Bonnano fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Simmons looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#TD2#
Simmons shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #ES#
Bonnano manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Bonnano throws a right and a left that Simmons avoids nicely. #TD#
Bonnano shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Simmons keeping control of the position.
Simmons wants to control but Bonnano is keeping busy.
Bonnano wants to control but Simmons is keeping him busy.
Simmons tries to roll over but Bonnano keeps him under control.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Simmons can do anything to dispel that myth.#T1#
Simmons wants to control but Bonnano is keeping busy.
Bonnano wants to lay and pray for a moment but Simmons keeps working.
Simmons tries to roll over but Bonnano keeps him under control.
Simmons looks like he's trying to stand up.
Simmons is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Bonnano wants to take a breather but Simmons is having none of it. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Ralph Bonnano is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#CL2#
Simmons takes the fight into the clinch.
Simmons doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch on the inside from Bonnano fails to land.
Bonnano misses with some punches.
Bonnano swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Simmons tries for a takedown but Bonnano manages to get underhooks.
Bonnano tries for a takedown. No joy.
Bonnano misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bonnano wants a takedown.
Bonnano misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD2#
Simmons turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!#SUB2#
Simmons tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Bonnano is looking for a sweep.#T3#
Bonnano can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB2#
Simmons is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Bonnano is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Bonnano tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Simmons wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
A lull in the action here.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Simmons tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Bonnano is looking to regain half guard here but Simmons keeps moving and retains side control.
Bonnano is trying to control Simmons's posture but Simmons avoids it.
Simmons really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Bonnano. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Simmons has knee on belly and moves into mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bonnano is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Ralph Bonnano.
I think Simmons 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 Emerson Jorge scores the fight 30:28
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Ralph Bonnano!
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Event:
AFC Fight Night 15
Date: Mar 02, 2018 |
#R1#
Ward swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Bonnano.
Bonnano gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Ward.#TD#
Ward gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Bonnano to score an easy takedown into full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Ward working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Bonnano doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Bonnano manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Bonnano has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Bonnano's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2#
Ward escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Bonnano gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Bonnano lands a couple of elbows.
Bonnano is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB2#
Bonnano avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Ward had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bonnano defends it easily.#T1#
Bonnano is stalling in the full guard.
Bonnano has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SUB2#
Ward is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Bonnano content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Ward is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Bonnano is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Ward looking to control.
#SUB2#
Ward working for a triangle but Bonnano defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Ward is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Bonnano defends well.#SUB2#
Ward looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Bonnano sitting in guard here, content to control. #SU#
Bonnano stands up and waves to Ward to follow him. #T3#
Ward dives in and grabs Bonnano's left leg, looking for a takedown. Bonnano pushes down on Ward's head and hops out.
Ward throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ward misses with a wild body shot.
Ward closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Danga de danga de dang - Ward scores with a four punch combination!
Bonnano pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ward throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bonnano sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bonnano appears to be looking for a big counter.#TD#
Bonnano drives through with a takedown into guard.
Bonnano works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Bonnano in particular looking to stall.#SUB2#
Ward looking for submissions off his back.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bonnano slows the pace down in half guard. #T4#
Ward is looking to control Bonnano's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ward avoid being mounted?
Bonnano prevents Ward from improving his position.
Bonnano is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Ward sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Gabriel Ward will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Bonnano misses with the combination.
Bonnano's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Ward connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Bonnano scrambles back to his feet.#TD#
Bonnano drives through with a takedown into Ward's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#SUB2#
Ward is looking for a triangle but Bonnano pushes his legs off easily.
Bonnano postures up and lands a big shot to Ward's brow. #SUB2#
Ward is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Bonnano passes Ward's left leg - he's now in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Ward looking for submissions off his back.
Ward trying to control from the bottom.
#T1#
Bonnano controlling the action here.
Bonnano seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Ward for as long as he can get away with.
Ward wants to improve his position but Bonnano is controlling well.
#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Ward looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Bonnano looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Ward has hold of Bonnano's hands but Bonnano slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB2#
Ward actively working from the bottom here.
Bonnano takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Bonnano is trying to work for a kimura but Ward is defending well.
#SUB#
Bonnano is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Ward sees it coming and defends easily.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Bonnano lands a nice short elbow.
Bonnano knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Ward on the ground.#T3#
Bonnano seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Ward works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Ward throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Bonnano sitting in guard here, content to control. #SU#
Bonnano stands up from Ward's guard - Bonnano perhaps looking for a knockout.
Bonnano swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Ward swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Bonnano.#TD#
Bonnano gets a double leg takedown into Ward's guard.#SUB2#
Bonnano got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ward has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bonnano has managed to get both his arms back between Ward's legs - danger averted.#T4##SUB2#
Bonnano avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ward is breathing heavily.
Bonnano engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ward keeping full guard, as Bonnano tries to pass.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ralph Bonnano 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#
Ward shoots in for a takedown but Bonnano shows good takedown defense. #TD#
Bonnano drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Bonnano forces his way into half guard.
Bonnano not doing much here.
#SUB2#
Ward actively working from the bottom here.
Bonnano landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bonnano is looking to advance position but Ward won't allow it.
Bonnano stalling.
Bonnano takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T1#
Ward is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Bonnano scores with a couple of nice shots.
Bonnano is controlling the pace.
Ward is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
Ward looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ward tries to roll over but Bonnano keeps him under control.
Bonnano stalling. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Ward looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Bonnano is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ward can do to turn this around?
Ward is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Bonnano scores with a couple of nice shots.
Ralph Bonnano overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Ward tries to roll over but Bonnano keeps him under control.
Ward trying to control but Bonnano postures up.
Ward takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Bonnano sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Ward trying to control but Bonnano postures up.
#T3#
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#SUB2#
Ward is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bonnano pulls his head out easily. #SU#
Bonnano stands up out of the half guard.
Ward throws a jab but it's blocked by Bonnano.
Bonnano is looking for a counter combo.
Ward has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#CL#
Bonnano moves into the clinch successfully.
#TD#
Bonnano lands a takedown into guard.
#SUB2#
Bonnano avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Ward throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T4#
Ward can't keep his opponent in guard - Bonnano advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Still in half guard, Bonnano seems content to control.
Nice strikes from Bonnano there.
Well, if Bonnano 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.
Ward taking some punishment here, with Bonnano in his half guard.
Ward won't allow Bonnano to pass to mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Ward looking for submissions off his back.
Ward tries to roll over but Bonnano keeps him under control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ralph Bonnano showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bonnano 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 Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 29:28
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ralph Bonnano!
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