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Event:
FARTMMA 52: SEMIS
Date: Jul 27, 2019 |
#R1#
Dela Cruz looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Dela Cruz displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ignacio throws out the jab.
Dela Cruz tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Ignacio defends well and Dela Cruz ends up having to push Ignacio into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#CL#
Dela Cruz gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Ignacio tries to break free but Dela Cruz pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Dela Cruz breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Ignacio swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dela Cruz looks for the body kick but Ignacio saw that one coming. #TD#
Ignacio gets caught napping as Dela Cruz dives in and scores a takedown. Ignacio manages to retain guard.
Ignacio is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Dela Cruz dives into side control.
Ignacio is looking to regain half guard here but Dela Cruz keeps moving and retains side control. #SU#
Dela Cruz decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Ignacio lunges at Dela Cruz with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Dela Cruz's hand.
Ignacio blocks a head kick by Dela Cruz.
#T1#
Ignacio throws an overhand right that lands on Dela Cruz's shoulder, as Dela Cruz tries to avoid the shot.
Ignacio scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Dela Cruz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ignacio.
Dela Cruz takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A telegraphed right hand from Ignacio misses the target.
Dela Cruz on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Ignacio throws a right hand that Dela Cruz ducks under and follows up with a left that Dela Cruz also avoids with ease.#CL#
Ignacio gets tackled into the cage by Dela Cruz. Dela Cruz maintains the clinch. #TD#
Dela Cruz ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Dela Cruz no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Ignacio sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Ignacio is fighting to break Dela Cruz's control of his arms but Dela Cruz is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#SUB#
Dela Cruz is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Ignacio trying to control the position from guard on top but Dela Cruz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Dela Cruz has control of Ignacio's left arm, preventing Ignacio from doing any damage.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dela Cruz is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Dela Cruz controlling from the top position.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dela Cruz has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T3##SU#
Dela Cruz gets to his feet. Ignacio looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Dela Cruz slips a straight right by Ignacio.
Ignacio uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dela Cruz.
Dela Cruz closes the distance and clinches up with Ignacio, looking for a takedown. Dela Cruz pushes Ignacio against the cage but Ignacio circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Ignacio throws a hook but Dela Cruz blocks it.
Dela Cruz shoots for a double leg takedown but Ignacio sprawls well. He's pushed Dela Cruz's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Juan Dela Cruz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ignacio swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Dela Cruz.
Dela Cruz ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ignacio just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromDela Cruz.#CL#
Dela Cruz rushes Ignacio and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Ignacio managing to block the knees to the body from Dela Cruz.
Dela Cruz wants to take the fight to the mat but Ignacio manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Dela Cruz has Ignacio pressed against the cage, preventing Ignacio from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Ignacio gets underhooks to prevent Dela Cruz's takedown attempt.
Ignacio working hard to break the clinch.
Ignacio wants to get back to striking at distance but Dela Cruz won't allow it.
Ignacio looks winded!#T4#
Dela Cruz misses with an elbow over the top.#TD#
Dela Cruz drags the fight down to the ground.
Dela Cruz is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Ignacio is trying to get back to full guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SU#
Dela Cruz gets to his feet - back to striking we go! #CL#
Dela Cruz clinches up with Ignacio and pushes him back against the cage.
Dela Cruz is trying to drag Ignacio to the mat but Ignacio just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Juan Dela Cruz dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Ignacio throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ignacio jabs Dela Cruz to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Dela Cruz on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
#CL#
Dela Cruz fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Ignacio, pushing him back against the cage.#BC#
Dela Cruz manages to break the clinch.
Ignacio scores with a three punch combo!
Ignacio 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.
Dela Cruz ducks under a wild hook from Ignacio.
Ignacio throws out a loose jab but Dela Cruz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ignacio connects with a jab.
Dela Cruz avoids the body shot from Ignacio.
Dela Cruz throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ignacio throws a jab but it's blocked by Dela Cruz. #CL#
Dela Cruz moves into range and clinches up with Ignacio.
Ignacio is breathing heavily.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dela Cruz. #BC#
Dela Cruz breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Dela Cruz gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Ignacio.
Ignacio jabs at Dela Cruz's body.
Dela Cruz throws a lazy right hand but Ignacio sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T1#
A big right from Dela Cruz misses.
Pablo Ignacio seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dela Cruz misses with a wild combination.
Ignacio thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dela Cruz looks for a takedown but Ignacio sprawls well.
A leg kick checked by Ignacio.#CL#
Dela Cruz has taken the fight to the clinch.
Dela Cruz content to slow the pace in the clinch.
#BC#
Dela Cruz breaks the clinch.
#TD#
Dela Cruz shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Ignacio manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Dela Cruz is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T2##SU#
Dela Cruz stands up and waves to Ignacio to follow him.
Dela Cruz changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ignacio tries to avoid it but Dela Cruz manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ignacio to the ground. Ignacio escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Dela Cruz is defended easily by Ignacio.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Juan Dela Cruz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dela Cruz fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Ignacio checks it well.
Ignacio fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Dela Cruz looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD#
Dela Cruz dives in and scores a takedown into Ignacio's guard.
Dela Cruz passes easily into side control. Nice work.
A lull in the action here as Dela Cruz stalls from top position.#T3##SUB#
Dela Cruz working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Dela Cruz just content to control the position. #SUB#
Dela Cruz tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Dela Cruz has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Dela Cruz has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Ignacio!
Juan Dela Cruz overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Ignacio taking shots to the head.
Dela Cruz lands a big elbow.
Ignacio is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Dela Cruz controlling from the full mount.
Ignacio avoids a series of strikes thrown by Dela Cruz.
Dela Cruz controlling the pace for now.
Dela Cruz putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Dela Cruz with shots to the head and body - Ignacio looks very uncomfortable down there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Juan Dela Cruz dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Dela Cruz shoots in for a double leg but Ignacio sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Dela Cruz slips a straight right by Ignacio.#CL#
Dela Cruz clinches with his opponent.
#BC#
Dela Cruz breaks the clinch.
Dela Cruz on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Dela Cruz shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ignacio defends it nicely.
Ignacio throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dela Cruz sees it coming and avoids it easily.#CL#
Dela Cruz pushes Ignacio up against the cage in a clinch.
Ignacio working hard to break the clinch.
Ignacio wants to break free but Dela Cruz has control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knees to the body from Dela Cruz.
Dela Cruz putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Ignacio in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Dela Cruz is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Juan Dela Cruz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ignacio takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Dela Cruz tries for a takedown. No joy.
Dela Cruz is looking for a takedown.#T1#
Dela Cruz stalling.
Ignacio working hard to break the clinch.#TD#
Dela Cruz decides to pull guard.
Ignacio is fighting to break Dela Cruz's control of his arms but Dela Cruz is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Dela Cruz lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Dela Cruz controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Dela Cruz'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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Further stalling from Dela Cruz.
Dela Cruz works over Ignacio with some ground and pound from guard.
Ignacio avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Ignacio can do anything to dispel that myth.
Dela Cruz sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Ignacio's guard. #SUB#
Dela Cruz is trying to work for a kimura but Ignacio is defending well.
#T3#
Dela Cruz keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Ignacio is looking to control Dela Cruz's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ignacio avoid being mounted?
Ignacio really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Dela Cruz. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Dela Cruz performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Juan Dela Cruz is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SUB#
Dela Cruz is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Dela Cruz sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL#
Dela Cruz clinches up with Ignacio and pushes him back against the cage.#TD#
Dela Cruz has picked Ignacio up - he's going for a ride! Dela Cruz dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Pablo Ignacio has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dela Cruz works his foot free and advances to mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dela Cruz looking to control and managing it successfully.
And that's the end of the fight!
Juan Dela Cruz showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Dela Cruz, 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 Ben Watson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Skip Squint scores the fight 30:27
Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Juan Dela Cruz!
During a confident post fight interview, Juan Dela Cruz thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
FARTMMA 48
Date: Jul 06, 2019 |
#R1#
Perez avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Perez scores with a sloppy right hand. Dela Cruz should have avoided that one.
Perez scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Perez moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#CUT#
It looks like Juan Dela Cruz has been cut.
Dela Cruz with a lazy takedown attempt
and Perez connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nice takedown defense from Perez. No joy for Dela Cruz on that attempt.
Dela Cruz tries to clinch
and Perez counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Dela Cruz thinking.
Dela Cruz is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Perez lands a jab to the nose.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dela Cruz fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Leroy Perez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Juan Dela Cruz.
Dela Cruz doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Perez counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Dela Cruz thinking.
Dela Cruz misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Perez cracks Dela Cruz with an open hand slap.
Perez has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Arm Breakers/BJJ in the buildup to the fight.#T1#
Dela Cruz throws a head kick that misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Perez misses the target.
Dela Cruz's coach down at whitey's gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Dela Cruz's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Nice straight punches there by Perez. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Perez.
Perez scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Perez lands with an uppercut that bounces Dela Cruz off the cage and back into range.
Dela Cruz misses with a takedown
and Perez connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#TD2#
Dela Cruz gets the takedown into side control. #SU2#
Dela Cruz decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Dela Cruz swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Perez counters with a left 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!
Perez thuds his right hand into Dela Cruz's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Dela Cruz fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Perez swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Dela Cruz shoots in looking for a takedown. Perez tries to sprawl out of it but Dela Cruz keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Perez manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T2#
Dela Cruz tries to clinch but Perez moves out of range.
Leroy Perez is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dela Cruz takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Perez uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Perez scores with a hook to the body. Dela Cruz takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Dela Cruz shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Perez pinned against the cage. Perez gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Perez swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Perez fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Dela Cruz looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Perez connects with a body shot.
Perez throws a nice looking combination but Dela Cruz bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Dela Cruz with a lazy takedown attempt
and Perez counters with a three punch combo that has Dela Cruz backing up. Dela Cruz nods at Perez to acknowledge the strikes.#ROC#
Dela Cruz is rocked!
Perez fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Dela Cruz is still on wobbly legs! Can Perez finish him?
Dela Cruz on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Perez is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#T3#
Dela Cruz tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Perez counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Perez walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Dela Cruz drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! Perez swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Dela Cruz's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Leroy Perez!
Leroy Perez was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 01, 2019 |
#R1#
Dela Cruz tries to close the distance and clinch up but Dalembert swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Dalembert throws a body punch but Dela Cruz moves out of range. #TD2#
Dalembert gets caught flat footed, as Dela Cruz shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Dalembert is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Dela Cruz stops Dalembert from standing up. #SU2#
Dela Cruz stands up from Dalembert's guard - Dela Cruz perhaps looking for a knockout. #TD2#
Dalembert gets caught flat footed, as Dela Cruz shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dalembert tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Dela Cruz lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T1#
Dela Cruz is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Dela Cruz has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at whitey's gym . Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Dalembert is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dela Cruz is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Dela Cruz drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Dalembert manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Dela Cruz has Dalembert in his guard.#REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Dela Cruz isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Dalembert stacks Dela Cruz on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Dalembert!
Dalembert creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Dela Cruz sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #T2##ES2#
Dela Cruz throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!#CL2#
Dela Cruz gets a clinch. #TD2#
Dela Cruz gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Dela Cruz passes Dalembert's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Dela Cruz seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Dalembert wants to get back to full guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dela Cruz is taking a breather. Dalembert 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.
Dalembert is trying to escape back to his feet but Dela Cruz uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Dela Cruz working the ground and pound but Dalembert is defending the strikes. #T3#
Dalembert is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Dalembert punching from the bottom.
Dalembert makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Dalembert.
Dela Cruz is fighting to break Dalembert's control of his arms but Dalembert is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Dela Cruz is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Dalembert keeping full guard, as Dela Cruz tries to pass.
Dela Cruz 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. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Dalembert looking to control.
Dalembert wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Dela Cruz is now in half guard. #SU2#
Dela Cruz gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
Dalembert takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dalembert shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Dela Cruz pinned against the cage. Dela Cruz gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Left hook, right uppercut from Dalembert.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Juan Dela Cruz dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Dalembert shoots for a takedown but Dela Cruz saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Juan Dela Cruz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dalembert swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#CL2#
Dela Cruz has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD2#
Dela Cruz pulls Dalembert into guard.
Dela Cruz is trying to keep Dalembert in close.
Dela Cruz controlling Dalembert's posture.
Dalembert would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dalembert preventing the sweep. #T1#
Dalembert prevents Dela Cruz from getting back to his feet.
Dalembert trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dela Cruz keeping moving, preventing Dalembert from controlling successfully.
Dela Cruz looking for a sweep. Not yet Dela Cruz, not yet. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Dela Cruz looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Dela Cruz has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Dela Cruz tries to stand but can't do so whilst Dalembert controls his leg.
Dalembert tries to kick Dela Cruz off but Dela Cruz keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Dela Cruz controlling the action here.#ES#
Dalembert manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Dela Cruz keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. #T2#
Dalembert misses with the head strike.
Dela Cruz is pushing Dalembert up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Dalembert wants to get back to striking at distance but Dela Cruz won't allow it.
Dalembert fails to pull the fight into his guard.
The referee calls for Dela Cruz to work.
Dela Cruz tries to land knees in the clinch but Dalembert avoids the damage to the body.
Dalembert dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.#T3#
Dela Cruz leaning against his opponent.
#BC2#
Dela Cruz breaks from the clinch.
#CL2#
Dela Cruz gets a clinch.
Dalembert fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Frantz Dalembert. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dela Cruz misses with a knee strike.
#TD2#
Dela Cruz pulls Dalembert into guard.
Juan Dela Cruz has got the better of the ground game so far.
Dela Cruz keeping moving, preventing Dalembert from controlling successfully.
Dalembert throws an elbow that misses. Dela Cruz uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Dalembert's guard. Nice move by Dela Cruz!#REVB#
Dela Cruz is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T4#
Dalembert wants to get back to his feet but Dela Cruz is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Dela Cruz wants to pass the guard but Dalembert is keeping the position.
Dela Cruz is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Dalembert can't keep his opponent in guard - Dela Cruz advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Dalembert trying to control but Dela Cruz postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dalembert controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Juan Dela Cruz showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Dela Cruz defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Dalembert.
Dalembert with a lazy takedown attempt #CL2#
and Dela Cruz counters by moving into the clinch.
Dela Cruz is pushing Dalembert up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Dela Cruz prevents Dalembert from breaking the clinch.#BC2#
Dela Cruz escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#TD2#
Dela Cruz scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#SUB2#
Dela Cruz looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dalembert is trying to get back to half guard.
Dalembert regains half guard.#T1##SUB2#
Dela Cruz is working for a kimura but Dalembert is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Dela Cruz is working for a kimura but Dalembert is defending it quite comfortably.
#SU2#
Dela Cruz stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Dalembert to get to his feet.
Dalembert tries to score a power double leg takedown but Dela Cruz sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dalembert somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Frantz Dalembert. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Dela Cruz tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Dalembert paws at him with a jab and circles away.
It looked like Dalembert was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#CL2#
Dela Cruz has closed the distance and engaged Dalembert in a clinch.
Dalembert effectively controlling the action here.#BC2#
Dela Cruz escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Dalembert shoots in for a double leg but Dela Cruz sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Dela Cruz is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Dalembert is looking to counter the offense by Dela Cruz and move into the clinch.#CL2#
Dela Cruz moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Dela Cruz drags the fight down to the ground.
Dalembert wants to control from the top but Dela Cruz keeps moving. #T3#
Dalembert wants to get up but he can't break Dela Cruz's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB2#
Dela Cruz has an active guard here but Dalembert has managed to pass into half guard.
Dela Cruz has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Dalembert is working away from the top position though.
Juan Dela Cruz is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Dela Cruz tries to get to full guard but Dalembert has control of the leg. #ES2#
Dela Cruz manages to escape and get back to his feet! #T4##TD2#
Dela Cruz scores with a takedown into Dalembert's guard.
Dela Cruz won't allow Dalembert to sweep him here.
Dela Cruz seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Dalembert wants to sweep but no luck.
And that's the end of the fight!
Juan Dela Cruz comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Dela Cruz 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 Robert Douchet scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Juan Dela Cruz!
A very excited looking Juan Dela Cruz made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
JBL Faceoff
Date: Apr 26, 2019 |
#R1#
Duvenage tries to clinch but Dela Cruz moves out of range.
Dela Cruz takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
#CL#
Duvenage has closed the distance and engaged Dela Cruz in a clinch.
Duvenage has Dela Cruz pushed against the cage.
Dela Cruz drops down looking for an ankle pick but Duvenage pulls his leg out and moves away.
Dela Cruz shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Duvenage but Duvenage pushes him off and we're back to square one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Duvenage fails with an attempt to clinch.
Duvenage tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Duvenage uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dela Cruz.
#T1#
Duvenage is looking to clinch.
Dela Cruz motions for Duvenage to come forward. Dela Cruz throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Duvenage chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Duvenage misses with a two punch combination.
Dela Cruz was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#CL2#
Dela Cruz darts in and clinches Duvenage up against the cage.#BC#
Duvenage escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Duvenage is looking to land body kicks.#CL2#
Dela Cruz closes the distance and clinches.
Dela Cruz being controlled against the cage.
Dela Cruz has had enough of the clinch but Duvenage keeps him there for the moment.#T2#
Dela Cruz will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Duvenage up against the cage.
Dela Cruz is trying to force a seperation but Duvenage has the dominant position.
Dela Cruz letting Duvenage take a breather here.#T3#
Stalling in the clinch from Duvenage.
Duvenage managing to block the knees to the body from Dela Cruz.
Dela Cruz has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#BC2#
Dela Cruz pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Dela Cruz's coach down at whitey's gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Dela Cruz's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.#CL2#
Dela Cruz moves into the clinch.
Duvenage lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Dela Cruz is trying to pull guard but Duvenage has him pressed against the cage.
Diederik Duvenage has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Juan Dela Cruz.#T4#
Dela Cruz stalling in the clinch but Duvenage improves position.
Dela Cruz wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Dela Cruz tries to throw a body punch but Duvenage avoids it by throwing Dela Cruz back against the cage.
Duvenage tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Dela Cruz just stands there and leans against the cage.
Duvenage has Dela Cruz pushed against the cage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Duvenage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Diederik Duvenage will probably get the nod.
That's time! Duvenage's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##CL#
Duvenage darts in and clinches Dela Cruz up against the cage.
Duvenage's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Duvenage as Dela Cruz tries to tie him up.
A right handed body shot lands from Duvenage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dela Cruz wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Duvenage has him pressed against the cage.#T1#
Duvenage can't find room to land a body shot as Dela Cruz controls the action.
Duvenage stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Dela Cruz has had enough of the clinch but Duvenage keeps him there for the moment.#TD#
Duvenage pulls guard.
Duvenage looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Duvenage wants to improve his position but instead Dela Cruz has moved into half guard.
Dela Cruz is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T2#
Duvenage wants to get back to full guard.
Dela Cruz moves into full mount! Duvenage won't be happy about that!
Duvenage tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Duvenage is working hard here to advance position.#T3#
Duvenage wants to control but Dela Cruz is having none of it.
Duvenage is wriggling around trying to escape.
Dela Cruz controlling the pace for now.
Duvenage is trying desperately to improve position.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Dela Cruz sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Duvenage wants to hold on but Dela Cruz pushes him away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Juan Dela Cruz will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Dela Cruz dodges the punch combination from Duvenage.
#CL#
Duvenage rushes Dela Cruz and presses him up against the cage.
Dela Cruz jumps guard but Duvenage stands there with Dela Cruz around his waist. Dela Cruz gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Dela Cruz pushes off an throws an elbow but Duvenage leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Dela Cruz manages to break the clinch.
Duvenage tries to score with a low kick but Dela Cruz moves his leg out of the way.
Dela Cruz is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Duvenage with a body shot.#T1##CL#
Duvenage has Dela Cruz up against the cage in a clinch.
Dela Cruz is trying to break the clinch but Duvenage is controlling him.
Duvenage slows down the pace here.
Dela Cruz misses with a knee strike.
Duvenage taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Duvenage keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Dela Cruz's efforts to push away.
Duvenage can't find room to land a body shot as Dela Cruz controls the action.
Dela Cruz tries to pull guard but Duvenage won't allow it.
Duvenage lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Dela Cruz or not.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #T3#
Duvenage slowing the pace effectively.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with Duvenage for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure.
Duvenage displaying some good clinch control by pressing Dela Cruz up against the cage.
Duvenage has Dela Cruz pushed against the cage.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Diederik Duvenage.#TD#
Dela Cruz gets caught flat footed, as Duvenage shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SU#
Duvenage gets to his feet. Dela Cruz looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Duvenage moves in looking to clinch but Dela Cruz pushes him off.
Dela Cruz looks to land a right hand but Duvenage moved out of range.#CL2#
Dela Cruz rushes Duvenage and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Duvenage avoiding damage.
Dela Cruz wants a takedown but no success here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Diederik Duvenage showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Duvenage 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 29:28
Judge William Gold scores the fight 29:28
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Diederik Duvenage!
Diederik Duvenage took to the mic in his post fight interview and said 'Dynamite comes in small packages! You just got yours handed to you!'.
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Event:
JBL Friday Night Fights II
Date: Mar 08, 2019 |
#R1##TD#
Dela Cruz gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Capers to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Capers passes Dela Cruz's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Capers is looking to stall here but Dela Cruz recovers full guard. #SUB2#
Dela Cruz looking for a guillotine here but Capers defends easily.
Dela Cruz wants to stand up but Capers is controlling him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Capers stopping the sweep attempt from Dela Cruz.#T1#
Capers wants to control from the top but Dela Cruz keeps moving.
Capers tries to free his leg and advance position but Dela Cruz is retaining full guard.
Dela Cruz is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Capers controls from within his opponent's guard.
Dela Cruz has control of Capers's left arm, preventing Capers from doing any damage.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Capers looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Capers stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dela Cruz swivels though and keeps the full guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
A punch lands to the side of Capers 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CUT2#
It looks like Kris Capers has been cut.
Dela Cruz avoids a kick to the body.
Dela Cruz tries a head kick but it misses.
It looked like Capers was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Capers gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD2#
and Dela Cruz counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Dela Cruz.
Capers wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Dela Cruz manages to pass to side control.
Dela Cruz really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Capers. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#REVR#
Capers wants to get back to full guard.
Dela Cruz is keen to just control but Capers is a slippery customer.
Capers keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T3#
Capers is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Dela Cruz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Capers keeps working.
Dela Cruz missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Dela Cruz controlling the action here.#SU2#
Dela Cruz stands up and beckons Capers to join him on the feet. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Dela Cruz throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Capers's waist but Capers gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Dela Cruz off to one side.
Dela Cruz shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #CL#
and Capers counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Dela Cruz has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Capers avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Kris Capers has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Juan Dela Cruz.
Capers just leaning against Dela Cruz, taking a breather.
Dela Cruz is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #BC2#
Dela Cruz manages to break the clinch.
#TD#
Capers closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Dela Cruz did well to prevent Capers getting side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dela Cruz keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Dela Cruz works his way to full guard. Good work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Juan Dela Cruz will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kris Capers's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Dela Cruz avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Dela Cruz stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Dela Cruz wants it to stay on the feet.
Dela Cruz's coach down at Pugilists and Grapplers Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Dela Cruz's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Dela Cruz closes this distance looking for a takedown but Capers circles away.#CL2#
Dela Cruz darts in and clinches Capers up against the cage.#BC2#
Dela Cruz manages to break the clinch.
Dela Cruz changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Capers tries to avoid it but Dela Cruz manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Capers to the ground. Capers escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Capers tries to score a power double leg takedown but Dela Cruz sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Capers somewhat.#CL2#
Dela Cruz has closed the distance and engaged Capers in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Capers goes for a takedown attempt but Dela Cruz pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kris Capers. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Dela Cruz closes the distance and pushes Capers back into the cage.#T1##BC2#
Dela Cruz breaks from the clinch.
Juan Dela Cruz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Capers doesn't manage to clinch there - Dela Cruz circles away.
Capers tries to score a power double leg takedown but Dela Cruz sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Capers somewhat.
Dela Cruz throws a big shot that misses.#CL2#
Capers gets tackled into the cage by Dela Cruz. Dela Cruz maintains the clinch.
Dela Cruz drops down looking for an ankle pick but Capers pulls his leg out and moves away.
Capers misses with a body kick.
Capers fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Capers leaves Dela Cruz with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#CL2#
Dela Cruz rushes Capers and presses him up against the cage.#T2#
Dela Cruz tries to pull guard but Capers won't allow it.
#BC2#
Dela Cruz's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Capers looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Dela Cruz is fending him off so far but Capers persists. Nope, Dela Cruz circles away and we're back to standing.
Capers is looking to clinch.
Capers stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Capers wants it to stay on the feet.
Dela Cruz throws a body kick that misses
and Capers counters with a series of strikes. Dela Cruz will be more careful next time no doubt.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Dela Cruz throws a head kick that misses.
Capers looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Dela Cruz is fending him off so far but Capers persists. Nope, Dela Cruz circles away and we're back to standing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dela Cruz shoots in looking for a takedown but Capers manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dela Cruz's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Dela Cruz dives in for a single leg takedown but Capers sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
An attempted straight right counter from Capers misses the target.
Dela Cruz defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Capers.#CL2#
Dela Cruz fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Capers, pushing him back against the cage.#T3#
Capers blocking some punches.
Capers tries for a takedown. No joy.
#BC2#
Dela Cruz breaks from the clinch.
Capers scores with a nice body kick.
Dela Cruz changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Capers tries to avoid it but Dela Cruz manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Capers to the ground. Capers escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Dela Cruz tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Capers swivels and escapes.
Dela Cruz misses with an attempted mid kick.
Capers fails to land the takedown.
Dela Cruz flicks out a counter leg kick but Capers steps away.
Dela Cruz throws a sloppy head kick and Capers moves out of range easily.
As Dela Cruz tries to get set, Capers tries to push him back and clinch up but Dela Cruz manages to avoid the attempt.
Capers waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dela Cruz.
Dela Cruz goes for a double leg but Capers avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Capers continues to drive forward.
Capers tries to counter by clinching up but Dela Cruz breaks away and moves out of range.
Capers stuffs the takedown.
Capers is looking to counter the offense by Dela Cruz and move into the clinch.#T4#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Dela Cruz.
Capers lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Juan Dela Cruz seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL#
Capers instigates a clinch.
Capers wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Dela Cruz throws a head punch that misses.
Capers prevents the takedown attempt.
Capers effectively controlling the action here.
Dela Cruz can't find room to land a body shot as Capers controls the action.
Dela Cruz on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Capers prevents the takedown attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Juan Dela Cruz showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Kris Capers's cut.
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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Dela Cruz wants to clinch.
An attempted straight right counter from Capers misses the target.
Dela Cruz tries a head kick but it misses.
Dela Cruz takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Dela Cruz avoids the head kick by Capers.
Capers stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Capers wants it to stay on the feet.
Capers seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Capers tries for a takedown but Dela Cruz sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Dela Cruz shoots in for a takedown but Capers shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Dela Cruz just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromCapers.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Capers tries for a takedown but Dela Cruz sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Capers leaves Dela Cruz with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Kris Capers has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Juan Dela Cruz.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#CL2#
Dela Cruz takes the fight into the clinch. #T1#
Capers content to slow the pace in the clinch.
#BC2#
Dela Cruz breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Dela Cruz fails with the takedown.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Dela Cruz lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Capers has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Capers and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.#CL#
Capers takes the fight into the clinch.
Capers has Dela Cruz pushed against the cage.
Dela Cruz using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Capers has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Dela Cruz lands a left hand that snaps the head of Capers backwards. #T2#
Dela Cruz jumps guard but Capers turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Capers is trying to pull guard but Dela Cruz has him pressed against the cage.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Dela Cruz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Capers tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Dela Cruz smiles and moves away.
Dela Cruz shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Capers as he jumps to the side. #CL2#
Dela Cruz takes the fight into the clinch.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Dela Cruz takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Capers is looking to control Dela Cruz's arms but Dela Cruz gets an underhook and turns him. Now Capers has his back to the cage. #T3#
Dela Cruz wants a takedown.
Capers has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Dela Cruz avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#TD#
Capers pulls guard successfully.
Dela Cruz is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Capers keeping moving, preventing Dela Cruz from controlling successfully. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Capers is looking to stand back up but Dela Cruz counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Capers.
Dela Cruz stalling.
Capers is trying to stand up here but Dela Cruz is controlling him well.
Capers is trying to maintain the position but Dela Cruz is very close to passing his half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dela Cruz missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Juan Dela Cruz.
I've got Dela Cruz winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 29:30
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 27:30
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 29:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Juan Dela Cruz!
An out of breath Juan Dela Cruz thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
JBL Test Your Might 1
Date: Feb 15, 2019 |
#R1#
Dela Cruz fails with the takedown.
Duvenage fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Dela Cruz avoids it really well and circles away.
Dela Cruz misses the shot to the body. #CL2#
Duvenage closes the distance and clinches.
Duvenage presses Dela Cruz against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#BC#
Dela Cruz breaks from the clinch.
#CL2#
Duvenage forces Dela Cruz back against the cage and clinches.
Dela Cruz tries for a takedown but Duvenage manages to get underhooks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dela Cruz tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Juan Dela Cruz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dela Cruz is trying to force a seperation but Duvenage has the dominant position.
Duvenage stalling against the cage.
A left hand lands to the body for Duvenage.
#T1#
Dela Cruz tries for a takedown but Duvenage manages to get underhooks.
Duvenage is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Dela Cruz is trying to stall.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #BC#
Dela Cruz escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL2#
Duvenage drives through and clinches with Dela Cruz against the cage.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Dela Cruz is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Duvenage is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Duvenage taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Dela Cruz misses with a short punch on the inside.
Duvenage doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dela Cruz tries to break free but Duvenage pushes him back against the cage.
Duvenage is trying to pull guard but Dela Cruz has him pressed against the cage.
Duvenage dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Dela Cruz tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#T3#
The referee is keeping an eye on Duvenage - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Dela Cruz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dela Cruz is looking to break free of the clinch but Duvenage has double underhooks.
Duvenage displaying some good clinch control by pressing Dela Cruz up against the cage.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Duvenage takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
The crowd are getting on Duvenage's back here. They're not happy about his lack of aggression in the clinch.
Duvenage stalling the fight.
Duvenage receives a warning from the referee for stalling.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Dela Cruz is pressed up against the cage. Duvenage has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Dela Cruz down to the mat. Dela Cruz avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Duvenage throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Dela Cruz.
Dela Cruz shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Duvenage but Duvenage pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Duvenage changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Duvenage stuffs the takedown.
Dela Cruz misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Dela Cruz tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Duvenage defends well and Dela Cruz ends up having to push Duvenage into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Duvenage darts in looking for a takedown but Dela Cruz gets double underhooks and turns Duvenage into the cage.
Dela Cruz throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#CL2#
and Duvenage counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Duvenage.
Dela Cruz looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Duvenage blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dela Cruz can't break the clinch.
Dela Cruz trying to land knees to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Diederik Duvenage 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#
Duvenage defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Dela Cruz.
Duvenage has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Duvenage swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#CL2#
Duvenage instigates a clinch.
Duvenage's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Duvenage displaying some good clinch control by pressing Dela Cruz up against the cage.
Dela Cruz is trying to push Duvenage away but Duvenage has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dela Cruz is looking to control Duvenage's arms but Duvenage gets an underhook and turns him. Now Dela Cruz has his back to the cage.
Duvenage leaning against his opponent.
#T1#
Dela Cruz wants to take the fight to the mat but Duvenage manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Dela Cruz tries to pull guard but Duvenage holds him up against the cage and eventually Dela Cruz drops back down to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Juan Dela Cruz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A bit of stalling here from Duvenage.
Dela Cruz wants to break free but Duvenage has control.
Duvenage is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Come on Duvenage - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Diederik Duvenage.
Dela Cruz dives in and grabs Duvenage's left leg, looking for a takedown. Duvenage pushes down on Dela Cruz's head and hops out.
Duvenage tries to counter by closing the distance.
Dela Cruz fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Dela Cruz shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Duvenage as he jumps to the side. #CL2#
Duvenage rushes Dela Cruz and presses him up against the cage.
Dela Cruz tries to pull guard but Duvenage won't allow it.
Dela Cruz tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Duvenage smiles and moves away.
#CL2#
Duvenage closes the distance and clinches. #BC#
Dela Cruz pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Duvenage has Dela Cruz up against the cage in a clinch.
Duvenage changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Dela Cruz fights it off and pushes away nicely.
No luck for Dela Cruz with that takedown attempt.
Duvenage tries to counter by closing the distance.#T3#
Dela Cruz shoots in but no luck this time. #CL2#
Duvenage has managed to clinch.
Duvenage effectively controlling the action here.
A frustrated look appears on Dela Cruz's face as he tries to break the clinch. #BC2#
Duvenage breaks the clinch.
Duvenage's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Duvenage duly obliges. #CUT2#
It looks like Juan Dela Cruz has been cut.
Juan Dela Cruz is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Duvenage misses with a few strikes there.
Duvenage throws a series of punches but Dela Cruz avoids them all with ease.
Dela Cruz changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Duvenage scores with a three punch combo!
Dela Cruz shoots in for a takedown but Duvenage shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#CL2#
Duvenage pushes Dela Cruz up against the cage in a clinch.
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!#BC2#
Duvenage manages to break the clinch.
#T4#
A combination from Duvenage does no damage.
Dela Cruz is looking to counter punch.#CL#
Dela Cruz has managed to clinch.
Duvenage keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Dela Cruz's efforts to push away.#BC2#
Duvenage escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL2#
Duvenage rushes Dela Cruz and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Duvenage will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Dela Cruz up against the cage.
Duvenage misses with a body punch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Come on Duvenage - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Diederik Duvenage showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Juan Dela Cruz's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Dela Cruz shoots in for a double leg but Duvenage sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Dela Cruz shoots in looking for a takedown. Duvenage tries to sprawl out of it but Dela Cruz keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Duvenage manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Dela Cruz closes this distance looking for a takedown but Duvenage circles away.
Duvenage appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Juan Dela Cruz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Duvenage stuffs the takedown.#CL2#
Duvenage takes the fight into the clinch.
Come on Duvenage - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Duvenage prevents a body shot from Dela Cruz.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dela Cruz tries to work over Duvenage's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A bit of stalling here from Duvenage.
#BC#
Dela Cruz breaks the clinch.
#T1#
Dela Cruz misses with a takedown attempt - Duvenage sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Duvenage appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#CL2#
Duvenage has taken the fight to the clinch.
Duvenage manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Dela Cruz has had enough of the clinch but Duvenage keeps him there for the moment.
Stalling in the clinch from Duvenage.
Diederik Duvenage seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Dela Cruz tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Dela Cruz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Duvenage is stalling here.
Duvenage holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Duvenage tries to throw a body punch but Dela Cruz avoids it by throwing Duvenage back against the cage.
Duvenage gets underhooks to prevent Dela Cruz's takedown attempt.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Duvenage is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Dela Cruz jumps guard but Duvenage stands there with Dela Cruz around his waist. Dela Cruz gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. #T3#
Dela Cruz is looking to control Duvenage's arms but Duvenage gets an underhook and turns him. Now Dela Cruz has his back to the cage.
Dela Cruz letting Duvenage take a breather here.
Dela Cruz is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Duvenage to keep the fight standing.
Dela Cruz trying to control the position but instead, Duvenage has worked for underhooks and has pushed Dela Cruz into the cage.#TD2#
Duvenage pulls Dela Cruz into guard.
Dela Cruz 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.
Dela Cruz looking to pass the guard. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Duvenage is trying to keep Dela Cruz in close.
Duvenage 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#
Dela Cruz is staying active underneath Duvenage, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Diederik Duvenage is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Duvenage is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
And that's the end of the fight!
Diederik Duvenage comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Duvenage 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 26:30
Judge William Gold scores the fight 26:30
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Diederik Duvenage!
Diederik Duvenage looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'Dynamite comes in small packages! You just got yours handed to you!'.
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