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Event:
TWGC 25 (170lbs, D3): Rio de Janeiro Qu - Round 1
Date: Jul 26, 2019 |
Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Frank Stallone (ranked 22320 p4p, 0 weight class) and Hokuto Akira-Magomedov (ranked 2602 p4p, 279 weight class). Akira-Magomedov has chosen Luis Miguel - Oro De Ley as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Frank Stallone! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Hokuto Akira-Magomedov!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Matheus Silva and Edson Gomes.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Akira-Magomedov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Akira-Magomedov pulls Stallone into guard.
Akira-Magomedov pulls Stallone in close to his closed guard and prevents Stallone from doing any damage or advancing position.
Stallone engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Stallone is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Akira-Magomedov looking for a sweep. Not yet Akira-Magomedov, not yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stallone wants to control from the top but Akira-Magomedov keeps moving.
Akira-Magomedov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Stallone. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Stallone pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Akira-Magomedov is keeping the position for now.
Stallone has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Akira-Magomedov is controlling Stallone's posture.
Akira-Magomedov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Stallone is one step ahead there.
Akira-Magomedov is adopting a defensive guard.
Stallone stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Akira-Magomedov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Akira-Magomedov keeping moving, preventing Stallone from controlling successfully.
Akira-Magomedov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Akira-Magomedov seems keen to control Stallone's posture.
Stallone trying to control but Akira-Magomedov is working from the bottom.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Akira-Magomedov pulls Stallone in to control the position.
Akira-Magomedov 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.
Akira-Magomedov trying to control the position here.
Stallone trying to control the position from guard on top but Akira-Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Akira-Magomedov holds on and takes a little breather.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Stallone stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Akira-Magomedov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Akira-Magomedov is pulling down on Stallone's head. It's preventing any offense from Stallone, at least for the moment.
Akira-Magomedov 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.
Stallone is fighting to break Akira-Magomedov's control of his arms but Akira-Magomedov is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Stallone trying to control the position from guard on top but Akira-Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Akira-Magomedov 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.
Stallone being controlled here momentarily.
Stallone tries to free his leg and advance position but Akira-Magomedov is retaining full guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Akira-Magomedov is controlling Stallone's posture.
Stallone trying to control but Akira-Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Akira-Magomedov has control of Stallone's left arm, preventing Stallone from doing any damage.
Akira-Magomedov keeping moving, preventing Stallone from controlling successfully.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Akira-Magomedov has his hands on Stallone's head, controlling the position.
Stallone stopping the sweep attempt from Akira-Magomedov.
Akira-Magomedov is still trying to improve position.
Stallone trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Akira-Magomedov looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Stallone looking to pass the guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Stallone trying to control but Akira-Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Akira-Magomedov trying to control the position here.
Stallone tries to free his leg and advance position but Akira-Magomedov is retaining full guard.
Akira-Magomedov is adopting a defensive guard.
Stallone trying to control but Akira-Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Akira-Magomedov looking for a sweep. Not yet Akira-Magomedov, not yet.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Akira-Magomedov is adopting a defensive guard.
Stallone preventing the sweep.
Stallone pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Akira-Magomedov is keeping the position for now.
Akira-Magomedov is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Stallone trying to control but Akira-Magomedov is working from the bottom.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Akira-Magomedov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Stallone trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Akira-Magomedov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Akira-Magomedov 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: Stallone (0) vs (2) Akira-Magomedov
Stallone wants to improve his position but Akira-Magomedov is controlling well.
Akira-Magomedov works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Stallone (0) vs (5) Akira-Magomedov
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Akira-Magomedov seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Stallone is holding on tight.
Stallone is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Akira-Magomedov with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Akira-Magomedov avoids the attempt from Stallone to control.
Akira-Magomedov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Akira-Magomedov's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Stallone wants to control but Akira-Magomedov is having none of it.
Akira-Magomedov controlling from the full mount.
Stallone wants to hold on but Akira-Magomedov pushes him away.
Akira-Magomedov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Stallone sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Akira-Magomedov is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Let's hope that Akira-Magomedov 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.
Akira-Magomedov trying to pass the guard but Stallone defending well.
Stallone wants to improve his position but Akira-Magomedov is controlling well.
Akira-Magomedov trying to mount his opponent but Stallone defends it.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Akira-Magomedov is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Akira-Magomedov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
More stalling from Akira-Magomedov.
Stallone has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Akira-Magomedov is working away from the top position though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Akira-Magomedov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Stallone knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
And that's the end of the fight!
Akira-Magomedov wins on points by 5 to 0.
Our winner, Hokuto Akira-Magomedov, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 05, 2019 |
#R1#
Flanagan dips to his left and cracks Stallone with an uppercut!
Stallone misses with a takedown
and Flanagan counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Stallone shoots and misses
enabling Flanagan to counter with a crisp jab.
Stallone looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Stallone misses with a takedown attempt
and Flanagan counters with a series of strikes. Stallone will be more careful next time no doubt.
Walter Flanagan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frank Stallone.
Stallone gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Stallone misses with a takedown
and Flanagan connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Stallone takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Flanagan lands a jab-cross combination.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Flanagan slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Stallone with a poor takedown
and Flanagan counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Stallone fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Flanagan is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Flanagan ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Flanagan seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Stallone tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #TD2#
Stallone drives through with a takedown into Flanagan's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#ES#
Flanagan wriggles free and stands up.
Stallone looks to clinch
and Flanagan counters with a straight right hand.
Stallone shoots in and drives through. Flanagan sprawls well.
It looked like Flanagan was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
A jab from Flanagan does it's job there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Flanagan ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T2#
Flanagan works the jab nicely.
Stallone tries for a takedown but Flanagan circles away easily
and Flanagan cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Danga de danga de dang - Flanagan scores with a four punch combination!
Stallone shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Flanagan counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Stallone fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Flanagan lands with an overhand left.
Flanagan is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.#T3#
Stallone shoots and misses
letting Flanagan counter with a right hand.
Stallone shoots in but Flanagan avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Flanagan with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Flanagan fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Flanagan lands with a right hand.
Stallone shoots in for a takedown but Flanagan shows good takedown defense.
Flanagan jabs Stallone right on the nose. Stallone blinks but takes it well.
Flanagan jabs at Stallone's body.#T4#
Flanagan throws a body shot but no joy.
Stallone has his takedown stuffed
and Flanagan counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Stallone thinking.
Stallone takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Flanagan swings and misses with a hook 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!
Stallone doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Flanagan counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Stallone thinking.
Walter Flanagan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Stallone gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Flanagan counters with a stiff right hand.
Stallone doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Flanagan cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Walter Flanagan dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Stallone misses with a hook to the body
and Flanagan counters with a left to the body.
Stallone fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Walter Flanagan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Stallone shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling Flanagan to counter with a crisp jab.
Flanagan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Stallone can do to turn this around?
Flanagan scores with a hook to the body. Stallone takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Flanagan connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stallone with a lazy takedown attempt
and Flanagan counters with a stiff right hand.
Walter Flanagan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frank Stallone.
Stallone has his takedown stuffed
and Flanagan counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Flanagan connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Stallone's hands.#T1#
Stallone shoots and misses
and Flanagan counters with a left to the body.
Flanagan lands with a shot to the body.
Stallone misses with a takedown
and Flanagan counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Stallone thinking.
Walter Flanagan is winning the standup battle so far.
Stallone is breathing heavily.
Flanagan throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Stallone on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Flanagan throws a shot to the body.
Flanagan connects with a body shot that sends Stallone's belly button to the back.
Stallone gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Flanagan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T2#
Flanagan dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Flanagan with a body punch. A glancing blow.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Flanagan scores with a shot to the body.
Stallone shoots and misses
and Flanagan counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Stallone misses with a takedown attempt
and Flanagan cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Flanagan sizes up Stallone with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Frank Stallone is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Flanagan lands a nice looking body shot.
Flanagan dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Flanagan pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Stallone back to the cage. Flanagan follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Good exchange - Flanagan coming out on top.#T3#
A left lands for Flanagan.
Stallone misses with a takedown attempt
and Flanagan counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Flanagan cracks a nice hook into Stallone's ribs.
Flanagan scores with a hook.
Stallone with a lazy takedown attempt
and Flanagan counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Stallone doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Flanagan counters with a three punch combo that has Stallone backing up. Stallone nods at Flanagan to acknowledge the strikes.
Stallone takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Stallone fails with the takedown
and Flanagan counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T4#
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!
Flanagan throws a shot to the body.
Stallone takes one on the button.
Stallone shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Flanagan counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Flanagan lands a jab to Stallone's midsection.
Stallone shoots in for a double leg but Flanagan sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Stallone gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Flanagan cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Stallone gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Stallone takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Walter Flanagan dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Flanagan ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Stallone doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Flanagan counters with a straight right hand.
Stallone misses with a takedown attempt
and Flanagan counters with a right hand to the body.
Stallone doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Flanagan counters with a left to the body.
Walter Flanagan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frank Stallone.
Flanagan lands with a nice body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stallone shoots in for a double leg but Flanagan sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Flanagan throws a big counter combination but Stallone scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Flanagan wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Flanagan digs a good hook to Stallone's body.
Stallone takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Nice shot by Flanagan.#T1#
Flanagan works over Stallone's head and body with a nice combination.
Flanagan lands with an uppercut that bounces Stallone off the cage and back into range.
Stallone shoots in for a takedown but Flanagan shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Flanagan lands with a nice body punch.
Flanagan scores with a nice head shot.
Jab by Flanagan.
Flanagan jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Nice shot by Flanagan.
Flanagan connects with a body shot.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Stallone takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Stallone drops his hands momentarily and Flanagan takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Flanagan. Stallone does a little dance to reset his feet.
Flanagan sets himself, and Stallone steps forward looking for the clinch! Flanagan avoids it this time.
Stallone takes a jab right on the kisser.
Stallone with a lazy takedown attempt
and Flanagan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Stallone doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Flanagan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Flanagan lands a jab.
Stallone fails with the takedown
and Flanagan counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T3#
Flanagan jabs Stallone to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Stallone walks into a jab.
Jab, jab by Flanagan - just one landing.
Flanagan lunges at Stallone with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Stallone's hand.
Flanagan works Stallone's body with a nice hook.
Stallone tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Flanagan counters with a nice body shot.
Flanagan slaps away a takedown attempt from Stallone, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Stallone fails with the takedown
and Flanagan counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T4#
Stallone shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Flanagan counters with a right hand to the body.
Stallone has his takedown stuffed
and Flanagan counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Stallone misses with a takedown attempt
and Flanagan counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Walter Flanagan is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Flanagan stalks Stallone and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Stallone's face. Stallone staggers backwards, shaken.
Flanagan cracks Stallone with a right hand to the side of the head.
Flanagan jabs at Stallone's body.
Flanagan fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Walter Flanagan showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Flanagan has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 30:24
Judge Steve Erwin scores the fight 30:24
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 30:24
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Walter Flanagan!
Walter Flanagan 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:
JBL The Culling
Date: Apr 27, 2019 |
#R1#
Stallone shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Baxter counters with a straight right hand.
Baxter is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Stallone.
Stallone looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Baxter is fending him off so far but Stallone persists. Nope, Baxter circles away and we're back to standing.
Baxter comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Baxter ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Stallone moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Stallone tries to clinch up.
A shot to the liver by Baxter. Beautiful body shot.
Baxter jabs Stallone right on the nose. Stallone blinks but takes it well.
Baxter connects with a nice looking jab.
Stallone changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Baxter tries to avoid it but Stallone manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Baxter to the ground. Baxter escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Dax Baxter has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frank Stallone.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Baxter thuds his right hand into Stallone's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Baxter lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Baxter throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T1#
Baxter lands a two punch combo.
Baxter scores with a body shot.
Baxter scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#ROC#
Stallone is rocked!
Baxter looks to land a right hand but Stallone moved out of range.
Stallone wants to counter the offense by Baxter and move into the clinch position.
Stallone gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Stallone drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Baxter looks to throw the jab but Stallone is out of range.
Stallone with the counter takedown but Baxter avoids it easily.
Baxter circles away from the clinch attempt.
Some wild striking there from Baxter.
Baxter works over Stallone's head and body with a nice combination.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Stallone takes one to the side of the head.
#T2#
Baxter digs a good body shot into Stallone's ribs.
Baxter connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Baxter moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
A left lands for Baxter.
Stallone uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Baxter.
Baxter bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Stallone's head.
Baxter loads up on a big right hand but Stallone slips the punch.
Baxter avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Baxter tries to bum rush Stallone with a series of wild strikes but Stallone uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Baxter digs a good body shot into Stallone's ribs.
Dax Baxter is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nice cross by Baxter.
Baxter connects with a nice looking jab.
Baxter looks to land a combination. Stallone sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#T3#
Baxter scores with a nice strike.
Baxter lands with a nice body punch.
Baxter throws a combination that misses #TD2#
and Stallone counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Baxter holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Stallone wants to pass to mount but Baxter is defending the position.
Stallone is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Baxter won't allow Stallone to pass to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Baxter is controlling Stallone's trapped leg to prevent Stallone from advancing to side control.#T4#
Baxter works his way to full guard. Good work.
Stallone wants to control from the top but Baxter keeps moving.
Stallone must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Baxter is pulling down on Stallone's head. It's preventing any offense from Stallone, at least for the moment.
Baxter tries to land a sweep but no joy. #ES#
Baxter manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Baxter scores with a shoulder strike.
Baxter doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dax Baxter dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Good standup being displayed there by Baxter as he connects with a hook.
Baxter connects with a body shot.
Dax Baxter seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Stallone takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Baxter ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Stallone moves away.
Stallone has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Baxter with a nice cross.
Baxter connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Stallone doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Baxter connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Baxter lands a nice shot to the body.
Stallone takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Baxter lands with a good body shot.
Stallone closes the distance and clinches up with Baxter, looking for a takedown. Stallone pushes Baxter against the cage but Baxter circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Baxter tries to counter with a takedown but Stallone is quick to defend against it.
Baxter scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Stallone walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Dax Baxter is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
Stallone throws a combination. Baxter tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Stallone takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Stallone drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Baxter lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Baxter lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Stallone is still on wobbly legs! Can Baxter finish him?
Baxter scores with a hook.
Frank Stallone is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Baxter slaps away a takedown attempt from Stallone, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Baxter half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Dax Baxter has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frank Stallone.
No joy there for Baxter, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Stallone seems to have recovered his senses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
No luck for Stallone with that takedown attempt. #T2#
Baxter misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Baxter scores with a body shot.
Stallone has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Baxter scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Stallone is breathing heavily.
Baxter lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Baxter is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Stallone can do to turn this around?
Baxter bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Baxter cracks a nice hook into Stallone's ribs.
Stallone takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Baxter swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Stallone.
Baxter lands with a shot to the body.
Stallone is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Baxter ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Baxter lands with an overhand left.
Baxter throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
#T3#
Stallone doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Baxter digs a good hook to Stallone's body.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Stallone.
Baxter throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Baxter sizes up Stallone with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Baxter scores with a hook to the body. Stallone takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Baxter 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.
A decent looking cross lands there for Baxter.
Baxter lands with a hook. Stallone tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Baxter works Stallone's body with a nice hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Stallone shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Baxter as he avoids it easily. #T4#
Stallone takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Stallone dives in for a single leg takedown but Baxter sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Stallone takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Stallone takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Baxter cracks Stallone with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Baxter swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Stallone doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Baxter lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Baxter connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Baxter misses with a jab, cross combination.
It seemed like Stallone was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Baxter lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Baxter lunges at Stallone with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Stallone's hand.
Nice shot lands for Baxter.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dax Baxter 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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Baxter misses with an uppercut. Stallone saw that one coming.#KD#
Baxter lands a left and a right that send Stallone crashing to the mat, dazed. Baxter thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!
Baxter slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Stallone shoots in looking for a takedown but Baxter manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Stallone's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Baxter connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
No joy there for Baxter, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Stallone fails with the takedown.
Baxter appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Stallone's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Baxter connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Stallone scrambles back to his feet.
Stallone takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Baxter misses with a body shot.
Stallone shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Baxter connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dax Baxter has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frank Stallone.
Stallone takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Baxter connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Stallone takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Nice takedown defense from Baxter. No joy for Stallone on that attempt.
Baxter feinted with a counter takedown.
Good standup being displayed there by Baxter as he connects with a hook.
Baxter connects with a body shot.
Baxter lands with a cross.
Stallone is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Baxter connects with a body shot.
Baxter fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T2#
Baxter connects with a good right hand that stumbles Stallone. Stallone circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Baxter looks to land a combination but Stallone avoids it well.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Stallone dodges the punch combination from Baxter.
Stallone tries for a takedown but Baxter circles away easily
enabling Baxter to counter with a crisp jab.
Stallone on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Baxter jabs Stallone to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Stallone misses with a takedown attempt - Baxter sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Baxter works Stallone's body with a nice hook.#T3#
Stallone shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Baxter punishes Stallone's body with a nice straight punch.
Baxter bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Stallone's head backwards.
Stallone takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Baxter lands with an uppercut that bounces Stallone off the cage and back into range.
Baxter lands a jab to Stallone's midsection.
Baxter throws a series of punches but Stallone avoids them all with ease.
Baxter slaps away a takedown attempt from Stallone, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Baxter changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Stallone shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Baxter but Baxter pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Stallone takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
#T4#
Baxter cracks Stallone with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Baxter dips to his left and cracks Stallone with an uppercut!
Baxter misses with a double jab
#TD2#
so Stallone counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Baxter pulls Stallone in to control the position.
Stallone wants to pass the guard but Baxter is keeping the position.
Baxter is pulling down on Stallone's head. It's preventing any offense from Stallone, at least for the moment.
Stallone wants to control from the top but Baxter keeps moving.
And that's the end of the fight!
Dax Baxter showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Baxter, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 30:26
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 30:25
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 30:25
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dax Baxter!
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Event:
Gladitorius Maximus IV
Date: Apr 06, 2019 |
#R1##TD2#
Zaiou throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Stallone tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Zaiou is in Stallone's guard.
Stallone is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Zaiou accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Zaiou passes Stallone's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Stallone wants to control but Zaiou is keeping busy.
Zaiou has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Zaiou lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Well, if Zaiou 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.
Zaiou is pressing down on Stallone's thigh, looking to free his foot. Stallone is holding on for now.
Stallone has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#T1#
Nice strikes from Zaiou there.
Stallone wants to control but Zaiou is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Zaiou scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Stallone wants to get back to full guard.
Stallone controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Zaiou seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Zaiou lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Zaiou wants to pass the guard but Stallone is defending well. #T2#
Stallone has hold of Zaiou's hands but Zaiou slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Zaiou stalling.
Zaiou is thwarting Stallone's attempts to control the position.
Stallone taking some punishment here, with Zaiou in his half guard.
Zaiou prevents Stallone from improving his position.
Stallone trying to control from the bottom.
Zaiou is controlling the pace.
Zaiou looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Stallone with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T3#
Zaiou content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Zaiou lands strikes from half guard.
Zaiou working the head and body with strikes.
Zaiou takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Zaiou slows the pace down in half guard.
Nice strikes from Zaiou there. #T4#
Stallone on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Zaiou landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Zaiou looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Zaiou is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Stallone looks like he's trying to stand up.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Zaiou lands a nice short elbow.
Zaiou moves into full mount! Stallone won't be happy about that!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Stallone tries to lock up and control but Zaiou gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Zaiou lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Zaiou goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Stallone turns into him and now he's in Zaiou's guard.
Stallone preventing the sweep.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rich Zaiou dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Zaiou lands a nice shot that snaps Stallone's head back.
#TD2#
Zaiou scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Stallone tries to get to full guard but Zaiou has control of the leg.
Zaiou seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB2#
Zaiou seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Stallone is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Rich Zaiou!
Rich Zaiou was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
Ludus III
Date: Mar 01, 2019 |
#R1#
Stallone closes the distance and clinches up with Vencedor, looking for a takedown. Stallone pushes Vencedor against the cage but Vencedor circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Stallone shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Vencedor as he jumps to the side.
Vencedor goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Vencedor cracks Stallone with an open hand slap.
Vencedor defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Stallone.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Frank Stallone. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vencedor throws a jab but it's blocked by Stallone.
Vencedor throws a shot from downtown. Stallone moves away and avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stallone takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC#
Stallone breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Vencedor connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Stallone momentarily.
#T1#
Stallone fails with a takedown attempt.
Stallone fails with a takedown attempt.
Stallone 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.
Stallone tries to clinch but Vencedor moves out of range.
Vencedor swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Stallone.
Nice uppercut there from Vencedor.
Vencedor 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.
Vencedor fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#TD#
Stallone gets a takedown into half guard.
Stallone wants to take a breather but Vencedor is having none of it. #T2#
Stallone throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Stallone is looking for a kimura here.
Vencedor keeping hold of Stallone's head, controlling as best he can. #SUB#
Stallone seems to be working for a kimura but Vencedor defends the submission attempt.#T3#
Vencedor is staying active underneath Stallone, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SU#
Stallone decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Vencedor has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Stallone tries to clinch up but Vencedor circles away and keeps his distance.
Unai Vencedor seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vencedor tests Stallone's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Stallone fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Stallone slips a straight right by Vencedor.#T4#
Stallone gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Vencedor clobbers Stallone with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Stallone shoots in and drives through. Vencedor sprawls well.
A jab from Vencedor misses.
Stallone seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Vencedor misses with an uppercut
#CL#
and Stallone counters by moving into the clinch.
Vencedor cracks Stallone with a nice body shot.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Stallone goes for a takedown attempt but Vencedor pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Vencedor throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Stallone sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A counter left hand to the body from Stallone misses its target.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Stallone tries to pull guard but Vencedor holds him up against the cage and eventually Stallone drops back down to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vencedor makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Unai Vencedor dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Stallone has his takedown stuffed
and Vencedor counters with a nice uppercut.
Stallone with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Vencedor to score with a decent uppercut.
Vencedor has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Vencedor keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Stallone ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
As Vencedor tries to get set, Stallone tries to push him back and clinch up but Vencedor manages to avoid the attempt.
Stallone takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Vencedor with a hook.#KD2#
Vencedor drops Stallone with a beautiful combination! Stallone stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Vencedor is looking for the KO!#ROC2#
Stallone is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Frank Stallone has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vencedor darts in and lands a big hook, right on the button! Stallone's legs crumble underneath him as he falls to the canvas! The ref tackles Vencedor before he gets to land any more shots to his stricken foe.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Unai Vencedor!
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Event:
JBL Test Your Might 1
Date: Feb 15, 2019 |
#R1#
Stallone takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Halloween scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#TD2#
Halloween tries to sprawl but Stallone drives through with a takedown into half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Halloween'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.
Halloween works his way to full guard. Good work.
Halloween keeping moving, preventing Stallone from controlling successfully.
Halloween wants to sweep here but Stallone controlling him for the moment. #SU2#
Stallone gets to his feet - Halloween follows without any prompting.
Stallone takes one on the button.
Halloween dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Halloween looks to score with a jab to the body but Stallone is just out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The fighters circle momentarily. Halloween darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Max Halloween seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#KD#
Halloween drops Stallone with a right and a left! Halloween comes rushing in but Stallone regains his composure and manages to keep Halloween in guard.
#ROC#
Stallone is rocked!#SUB#
Halloween thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Stallone is still in real trouble! Can Halloween finish him?
Halloween stands and throws Stallone's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T1#
Stallone tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Stallone seems to have recovered his senses.#SUB#
Halloween is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Stallone has escaped the position, nice work there.
Stallone wants to control but Halloween postures up.
Stallone is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Halloween is working to tighten his grip on Stallone's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Stallone has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Halloween is really squeezing tight and eventually Stallone passes out! Halloween breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Max Halloween!
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Event:
JBL 13 Point vs Bagueirau
Date: Jan 12, 2019 |
#R1#
Peralta bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Stallone's head backwards.
Peralta scores with a nice body kick.
A punch lands to the side of Stallone 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Peralta lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #TD#
Stallone shoots in and bounces Peralta off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Peralta 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#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Peralta seems to be working for a kimura but Stallone defends the submission attempt.
Peralta takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Stallone regains full guard. Nicely done.
Stallone is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Spartans Gym that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Peralta throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Peralta has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Stallone wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T1#
Peralta controlling from the top position.
It looks like Peralta might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Stallone is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Peralta pushes down on Stallone's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Peralta seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Stallone is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Peralta seems to be working for a kimura but Stallone defends the submission attempt.
Peralta sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Stallone defending well though.
Peralta wants to pass the guard but Stallone is defending well. #SUB#
Stallone looking for submissions off his back.
Well, if Peralta 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.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Stallone has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Peralta is working away from the top position though.#T3#
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Peralta connects with a nice short shot to Stallone's temple.
Peralta looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Stallone trying to control from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Peralta seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Stallone slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Peralta controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Stallone looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Peralta slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Peralta manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Stallone on his heels. He'll look to pass Stallone's guard now, I'm sure.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Stallone can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Peralta controls the pace.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Manu Peralta 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#
Peralta throws out a powerful jab.#TD2#
Peralta is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Stallone's half guard.
Peralta not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Peralta perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Stallone taking some punishment here, with Peralta in his half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Peralta seems to be working for a kimura but Stallone defends the submission attempt.
Peralta missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T1#
Peralta looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Peralta working over Stallone with some ground and pound. Stallone looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Manu Peralta has got the better of the ground game so far.
Peralta is trying to control the action in half guard but Stallone is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Peralta is taking a breather. Stallone 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.
Stallone is concentrating on defense, preventing Peralta from advancing position.
Peralta wants to free his trapped foot but Stallone is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Peralta wants to take a breather but Stallone is having none of it.
Peralta controlling the action here.
Stallone is looking to control Peralta's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Stallone avoid being mounted?
Peralta seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB#
Stallone is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Peralta pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Peralta seems to be looking for submissions.
Ground and pound from Peralta. #SUB#
Stallone is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Peralta pulls his head out easily.
Peralta sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Peralta sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Stallone defending well though.
Stallone has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Peralta is working away from the top position though.#T3#
Peralta performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Peralta lunges at Stallone with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Stallone's hand. #TD#
Stallone gets a double leg takedown into Peralta's guard.
Stallone controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Stallone trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Stallone postures up.
Peralta wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T4#
Peralta keeping full guard, as Stallone tries to pass.
Peralta has Stallone pulled in close to control his posture.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
Stallone bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Manu Peralta 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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Nice uppercut there from Peralta.
Peralta motions for Stallone to come forward. Peralta throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Stallone tries to counter with a takedown but Peralta is quick to defend against it.
Peralta throws a right hand that Stallone ducks under and follows up with a left that Stallone also avoids with ease.
Peralta with a body punch. A glancing blow. #TD2#
Peralta looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Stallone!
Peralta remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Peralta's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stallone is trying to control Peralta's posture but Peralta avoids it.
The referee asks Peralta politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Peralta prefers to stall for the moment though.#SUB2#
Peralta tries for a kimura but Stallone is defending well. #T1#
Peralta working the body and head with strikes. #SUB2#
Peralta is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Stallone knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Peralta is looking to take a break and control but Stallone is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Peralta working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Stallone wants to control but Peralta postures up.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Peralta trying to control the action but Stallone is working from the bottom.
Peralta has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Stallone tries to improve position but can't.
Stallone is letting Peralta control him for a moment. #SUB2#
Peralta is trying to get an arm triangle but Stallone is defending well.
Peralta remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Stallone can't do much from the bottom here. #T3#
Stallone dodges the ground and pound from Peralta.
Peralta wants to lay and pray for a moment but Stallone keeps working.
Peralta controls the position from side control.
Manu Peralta is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB2#
Peralta is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Stallone has escaped the position, nice work there.
Stallone is trying to escape the position but Peralta is controlling the position. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Stallone is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Peralta looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Peralta prevents Stallone from improving his position.
Peralta wants to free his trapped foot but Stallone is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Peralta slows the pace down in half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Peralta uses his free foot to push down on Stallone's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Stallone.
And that's the end of the fight!
Manu Peralta comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Peralta has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 26:30
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 26:30
Judge William Gold scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Manu Peralta!
During a confident post fight interview, Manu Peralta thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
JBL Black Friday
Date: Nov 23, 2018 |
#R1#
Stoichkov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#CL#
Stallone has closed the distance and engaged Stoichkov in a clinch.
Stallone tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Stoichkov smiles and moves away.
Stoichkov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Stallone.
Stallone fails in his attempt to clinch.
Stallone uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Stoichkov.
Stoichkov looks to land a combination but Stallone avoids it well.
Stallone ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Stoichkov throws an off balance right hand
#TD#
and Stallone counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Stallone passes to full mount!
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!
Stallone controlling the position easily from mount. #T1#
Stoichkov is in a horrible position here. Stallone smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
#SU#
Stallone is standing up, even though he is in mount. #CL2#
Stoichkov instigates a clinch.
Stallone is trying to drag Stoichkov to the mat but Stoichkov just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#T2#
Stallone is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Stoichkov is defending well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Frank Stallone. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Stallone jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Stoichkov walks away with a smile on his face. Stallone gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Stallone dodges the punch combination from Stoichkov.
Stoichkov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Stallone shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Stoichkov leaves Stallone with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#T3#
Stoichkov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Stoichkov throws a counter combo.
Stallone tries for a takedown but Stoichkov circles away easily
and Stoichkov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Stallone looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Stallone gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Stoichkov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Stallone on the wrong end of a nice hook.#TD#
Stallone closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Stallone lands in his opponent's guard.
Stallone engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T4#
Stallone has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Stallone throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Stoichkov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Stallone passes Stoichkov's left leg - he's now in half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Dimitar Stoichkov will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Stoichkov dips to his left and cracks Stallone with an uppercut!
Stallone has his takedown stuffed
and Stoichkov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Stoichkov pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #TD#
Stallone looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Stoichkov!
Stoichkov being controlled for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Stallone has knee on belly and moves into mount. #SUB#
Stallone working from mount. He moves in close and looks like he might be going for an arm triangle... He's hopped off to the side and he's transitioned into an Anaconda choke. Stoichkov turning a nasty shade of purple. He's refusing to tap but he's gone! He's out! The ref rips Stallone off and cradles Stoichkov's limp body as Stallone celebrates with his corner.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Anaconda Choke). Frank Stallone!
Frank Stallone very nearly forgot to thank King Nutrition amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
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Event:
Initiation II
Date: Oct 06, 2018 |
#R1#
A left and a right from Point both land. Nice combination. #CUT2#
It looks like Frank Stallone has been cut.
Stallone takes one to the side of the head.
Point scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Point cracks a nice hook into Stallone's ribs.#CL2#
Point clinches up against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Point creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Point.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Point lands a hook that snaps the head of Stallone backwards.
Stallone is trying to force a seperation but Point has the dominant position.
A shot in the inside from Point.
Point digs a right hand into Stallone's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Stallone's gas tank.
Point working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Point working some nice short punches in the clinch.#ROC2#
Stallone is rocked!
Point scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Oh Stallone is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Point lands a body shot in the clinch.
Stallone is breathing heavily.
Point makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Stallone wants a takedown.
The referee calls for Point to work.
Point lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#T1#
Point lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Stallone working aggressively here.
Stallone goes for a takedown attempt but Point pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Stallone seems to have got his legs back now.
Crack! Point connects with the perfect overhand right and Stallone falls face first to the canvas. Timbeeeeeeeer! Beautiful knockout for Point!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Brayden Point!
Brayden Point is the new featherweight champion!
Brayden Point took some time post fight to say the following; 'Fuck Alt Right. I own you.'.
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Event:
Gladitorius Maximus II
Date: Sep 01, 2018 |
#R1#
Vencedor swats away the attempt to clinch by Stallone.
Nice sprawl there from Vencedor as Stallone shoots in.
Vencedor wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Stallone's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Vencedor connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Stallone scrambles back to his feet.
Unai Vencedor seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vencedor connects with a good right hand that stumbles Stallone. Stallone circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
We've been told by Vencedor's head coaches at JAG Training Grounds [$500/week] that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#TD2#
Stallone gets a takedown into half guard.
Stallone wants to pass to mount but Vencedor is defending the position.
Vencedor keeping hold of Stallone's head, controlling as best he can. #SUB2#
Stallone is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Vencedor defends it well. #T1#
Stallone is trying to control. Vencedor wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Stallone is trying to work for a kimura but Vencedor is defending well.
Stallone missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Vencedor trying to control but Stallone postures up.
#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Stallone is stalling here. Vencedor is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Stallone seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Vencedor has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Stallone is trying to improve his position.#SU#
Vencedor decides to stand up, so the ref orders Stallone to his feet.
Vencedor's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Vencedor duly obliges.
Stallone wants to clinch up but Vencedor keeps it at a distance.
Vencedor throws a big shot that misses.
Stallone tries to clinch there but Vencedor circles away.
Stallone looks for a takedown but Vencedor sprawls well.
Unai Vencedor is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Stallone gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Vencedor counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Unai Vencedor has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frank Stallone.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Vencedor enables Stallone to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Vencedor manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vencedor is adopting a defensive guard.
Stallone is pushing down on Vencedor's leg trying to pass to half guard. Vencedor is fighting to maintain full guard but Stallone has managed to sneak the leg through.#T4##SUB2#
Stallone has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Vencedor defend it? Stallone steps over the head and cranks it - Vencedor is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Stallone!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:10 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Frank Stallone!
Frank Stallone is the new featherweight champion!
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Event:
JBL 4 Takashi vs Sireika
Date: Aug 11, 2018 |
#R1#
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Michaels - that will leave a mark!
Michaels connects with a solid leg kick.
Michaels connects with an inside leg kick.
Pat Michaels seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A head kick misses from Michaels.
Michaels swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Stallone.
Michaels rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Stallone moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Stallone fails with the takedown.
Michaels tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Stallone was well out of range. Poor timing from Michaels.
Michaels swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#TD#
so Stallone counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #SUB2#
Michaels working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Stallone has passed into half guard!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Stallone is looking to stand up but he'll have to free his leg first. Instead, Michaels manages to get to full guard.
Stallone tries to stand but Michaels is controlling from the bottom. #T1##SUB2#
Stallone got a little sloppy there for a moment and Michaels has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Stallone has managed to get both his arms back between Michaels's legs - danger averted.
Stallone sitting in guard here, content to control.
Michaels really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Stallone. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Michaels trying to strike off his back.
Stallone wanted to stand there but Michaels had control of the position. #SUB2#
Michaels escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Stallone gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Michaels striking off his back but it's not causing Stallone any problems. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Stallone content to stall in guard here.
Stallone passes Michaels's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Stallone wants to stand but Michaels has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now. #SUB2#
Michaels looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Stallone is trying for a kimura here. Michaels looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Stallone wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Frank Stallone!
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Event:
Trials By Fire VI
Date: Jun 30, 2018 |
#R1#
Johnson lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Johnson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Johnson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Stallone.
Stallone takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Johnson misses with a leg kick. #CL#
Johnson has managed to clinch.
Stallone takes a shot to the head.
Johnson lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Stallone backwards. #BC#
Johnson breaks from the clinch.
A head kick by Johnson misses #TD2#
and Stallone counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Stallone thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Johnson's head.
Johnson tries to kick Stallone off but Stallone keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SU2#
Stallone decides to stand and escape the position.
Stallone takes one to the side of the head.
#T1#
No luck for Stallone with that takedown attempt.
Johnson throws a right and a left that Stallone avoids nicely.
Johnson tried to score with a low kick but Stallone checks it.
Johnson misses with a two punch combination.
Johnson throws a right hand that Stallone ducks under and follows up with a left that Stallone also avoids with ease.
Stallone dives in and grabs Johnson's left leg, looking for a takedown. Johnson pushes down on Stallone's head and hops out.
Stallone tries to score a power double leg takedown but Johnson sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Stallone somewhat.
Manny Johnson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frank Stallone.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Stallone.
Johnson misses with an attempted mid kick.
Stallone unleashes a big counter combination but Johnson bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Johnson connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Stallone fails to land the takedown.#T2#
Johnson tests Stallone's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Johnson looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Stallone tries for a takedown but Johnson sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Stallone looks winded!#CL#
Johnson rushes Stallone and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Johnson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Johnson lands the left hand.
Stallone shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CL#
Johnson clinches.
Johnson is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Stallone drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Johnson gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Johnson lands with a short shot to the head. #T3#
A nice left hand lands by Johnson.
Johnson throws a punch but it's blocked by Stallone.
Johnson lands with a short shot to the head.
Johnson lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Stallone tries to pull guard but Johnson holds him up against the cage and eventually Stallone drops back down to his feet.
We've been informed that Stallone has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Johnson lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #BC#
Johnson breaks the clinch.
Stallone has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Stallone there as he acknowledges the shot.#ROC#
Stallone is rocked!
Johnson throws a leg kick which misses Stallone's front leg but catches the back leg as Stallone tries to avoid it.
A nice combination there by Johnson.
Stallone is still on wobbly legs! Can Johnson finish him?
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL#
Johnson moves into the clinch.
Johnson lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Johnson misses with a hook from the clinch.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Stallone wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#T4##BC#
Johnson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Stallone seems to have recovered his senses.
Johnson tries to clinch there but Stallone circles away.
Johnson fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Stallone.#KD#
Johnson drops Stallone with a beautiful combination! Stallone stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Johnson is looking for the KO!#CUT#
It looks like Frank Stallone has been cut.
Manny Johnson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL#
Johnson closes the distance and clinches. #BC#
Johnson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Johnson lands with a big left! Stallone is wobbled badly! Johnson comes in with a flurry of punches and drops Stallone to the floor. The ref jumps in to save him from unneccessary punishment.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Manny Johnson!
Manny Johnson 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:
Trials By Fire I
Date: May 26, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
Stallone changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Kane looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Stallone slows the pace down.
Kane knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Stallone on the ground.
Kane is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kane is letting Stallone control him for a moment.
Kane is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#SU2#
Stallone stands up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kane scores with a hook.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Stallone checks a leg kick. #TD2#
Stallone gets the takedown into side control. #T1#
Stallone slows the pace down.
Stallone wants to stand but Kane has his arm trapped.
Kane is pushing Stallone's head away, looking to escape. Stallone manages to hold on to the position though.
Stallone wants to stand but Kane is controlling his arm.
Kane is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Stallone is controlling him well.#SUB2#
Kane tries to escape back to his feet but Stallone has kept hold of him... Oh, now he's got Kane's back and is looking for the choke... Is it? Is it sunk in? YES! Kane is tapping! Stallone saw the opportunity and took it - ruthless!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Frank Stallone!
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