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Event: CFC CG 8     
Date:   Apr 14, 2024





181 cm
22 yrs
185 lbs



175 cm
38 yrs
209 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 0 losses; Android Sixty Five! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 11 losses; Anderson Nogueira !
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Dillan Fox and Robert Douchet.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Nogueira fails with a takedown attempt.
Nogueira tries for a takedown but Sixty Five circles away easily#TD#
and Sixty Five counters with a shoot takedown. Nogueira fights it but they end up in guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sixty Five (2) vs (0) Nogueira
Nogueira trying to control the position.
Sixty Five passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Score +3 for passing guard: Sixty Five (5) vs (0) Nogueira
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Nogueira holds on to Sixty Five's head and controls the position momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Sixty Five is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Nogueira knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Nogueira prevents Sixty Five from moving into mount. #T1#
Nogueira is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Sixty Five wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Nogueira , who protects the arm well.
Sixty Five advances to mount.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Sixty Five (7) vs (0) Nogueira #SUB#
Sixty Five looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Sixty Five goes for an armbar but Nogueira turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Nogueira .
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sixty Five (7) vs (2) Nogueira #SUB#
Sixty Five has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Nogueira can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T2##SUB#
Sixty Five throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Sixty Five has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Nogueira can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Sixty Five pulls Nogueira in close to his closed guard and prevents Nogueira from doing any damage or advancing position.#SUB#
Sixty Five is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T3#
Sixty Five tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Sixty Five lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sixty Five (9) vs (2) Nogueira
Nogueira is trying to control the position but Sixty Five postures up.
Sixty Five trying to control the position from guard on top but Nogueira is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sixty Five tries to free his leg and advance position but Nogueira is retaining full guard.
Nogueira keeping moving, preventing Sixty Five from controlling successfully.
Sixty Five looking to sit in guard and control but Nogueira gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sixty Five (9) vs (4) Nogueira #T4#
Sixty Five keeping moving, preventing Nogueira from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Sixty Five has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Nogueira can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Nogueira is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Sixty Five has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Nogueira is looking to defend but Sixty Five has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Nogueira ! Sixty Five pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Nogueira taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Android Sixty Five!
Android Sixty Five seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: CFC CG 7     
Date:   Apr 07, 2024





175 cm
38 yrs
209 lbs



192 cm
22 yrs
250 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 10 losses; Anderson Nogueira ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 2 losses; Yojizo Trismegistus!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Alec Ball and Gregory Folan.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Nogueira fails with the takedown.
Trismegistus with the counter takedown but Nogueira avoids it easily.
Nogueira looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nogueira has a takedown stuffed.
Nogueira shoots and misses #TD2#
and Trismegistus counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Nogueira (0) vs (2) Trismegistus
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anderson Nogueira . That's going to take a lot out of him.#SUB2#
Trismegistus thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Trismegistus thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Trismegistus got a little sloppy there for a moment and Nogueira has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Trismegistus has managed to get both his arms back between Nogueira 's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Nogueira working for submissions but it's allowed Trismegistus to get to half guard.
Nogueira is looking for a sweep. Trismegistus is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nogueira is in trouble now - Trismegistus has advanced to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Nogueira (0) vs (5) Trismegistus
Nogueira is working to get back to half guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Trismegistus moves to back control.
Score +3 for taking back: Nogueira (0) vs (8) Trismegistus#T1#
Trismegistus controlling well, preventing Nogueira from escaping the position. #SUB2#
Trismegistus is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Nogueira has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Well, with Trismegistus on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Nogueira is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Trismegistus tries to get the hooks in deep but Nogueira pushed the leg off.
Our spies down at at Freddy\'s Grappling Institute inform us that Trismegistus has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SUB2#
Nogueira defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Nogueira rolls, trying to escape but Trismegistus keeps control of the position. #SUB2#
Nogueira is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Trismegistus gets his way!
Trismegistus keeps control of the position as Nogueira tries to break free. #SUB2#
Nogueira defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt. #SUB2#
Trismegistus has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Nogueira has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least! #SUB2#
Trismegistus looking for the choke from the back. #T2#
Nogueira is trying to break free. #SUB2#
Nogueira is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
You can see the frustration on Nogueira 's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later. #SUB2#
Trismegistus is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Nogueira knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Nogueira for a finish.
You can see the frustration on Nogueira 's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later. #SUB2#
Nogueira defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Trismegistus's arms.
Nogueira tries to escape but Trismegistus has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#SUB2#
Trismegistus is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Nogueira defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #T3##SUB2#
Nogueira fending off the submission attempt from Trismegistus.
I really don't envy Nogueira right now. #SUB2#
Trismegistus is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Nogueira knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Nogueira for a finish. #SUB2#
Trismegistus working from the back looking to end the fight with a rear naked choke. Nogueira is doing well to defend. Trismegistus seems to have got his hand under the chin though and he's sunk the choke in! Nogueira is forced to tap and this one is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Yojizo Trismegistus!
Yojizo Trismegistus is the new heavyweight champion!
Our winner, Yojizo Trismegistus, 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.

 

Event: CFC CG 6     
Date:   Mar 31, 2024





175 cm
38 yrs
209 lbs



190 cm
31 yrs
192 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 10 losses; Anderson Nogueira ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 16 losses; Holden Easterly !
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Dillan Fox and Gregory Folan.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Nogueira darts in looking for a takedown but Easterly gets double underhooks and turns Nogueira into the ropes.
Easterly changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Easterly is pressed up against the ropes. Nogueira has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Easterly down to the mat. Easterly avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Nogueira has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Canucks Combat Club in the buildup to the fight.#TD2#
Easterly looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Nogueira (0) vs (2) Easterly #SUB2#
Easterly drops back looking for a leg! Nogueira is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Nogueira manages to kick Easterly off! Easterly jumps back into Nogueira 's guard. #SUB2#
Easterly drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Easterly jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Easterly drops back looking for a leg! Nogueira is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Nogueira manages to kick Easterly off! Easterly jumps back into Nogueira 's guard. #SUB2#
Easterly drops back looking for a leg! Nogueira is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Nogueira manages to kick Easterly off! Easterly jumps back into Nogueira 's guard. #SUB#
Easterly avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Easterly stopping the sweep attempt from Nogueira .#SUB#
Nogueira looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T1#
Easterly pushing down on Nogueira 's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB2#
Easterly is looking for a kimura but Nogueira is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Easterly to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Easterly is looking for a kimura but Nogueira is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Easterly to get the leverage. #SUB#
Nogueira actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Easterly seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB#
Nogueira actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Easterly is working for a kimura but Nogueira is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Nogueira is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Easterly pulls his head out easily.
Nogueira is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Easterly 's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Easterly 's back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Nogueira (4) vs (2) Easterly #SUB#
Easterly defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt. #SUB#
Nogueira looking for the choke but no joy. #T2#
Nogueira doesn't have the hooks in and Easterly manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nogueira (4) vs (4) Easterly #SUB#
Nogueira looking for a guillotine here but Easterly defends easily. #SUB2#
Easterly 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. #SUB2#
Easterly drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Easterly jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Easterly really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Nogueira . If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Nogueira working for a triangle but Easterly defends it easily. #SUB#
Nogueira throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Nogueira might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Easterly passes Nogueira 's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T3##SUB#
Nogueira looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Nogueira actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Easterly is working for a kimura but Nogueira is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Nogueira looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB#
Nogueira looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Nogueira actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Easterly looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Nogueira is pressing down on Easterly 's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T4#
Easterly trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Easterly drops back looking for a leg! Nogueira is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Nogueira manages to kick Easterly off! Easterly jumps back into Nogueira 's guard. #SUB#
Nogueira escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Easterly gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Nogueira is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Easterly has his hands clasped together but Nogueira extends and breaks Easterly 's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Nogueira .

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Anderson Nogueira !

 

Event: CFC CG 5     
Date:   Mar 24, 2024





175 cm
38 yrs
209 lbs



190 cm
31 yrs
192 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 10 losses; Anderson Nogueira ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 15 losses; Holden Easterly !
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Dillan Fox and Yves DeLean.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Nogueira shoots in for a takedown but Easterly shows good takedown defense. #TD2#
Easterly closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Nogueira (0) vs (2) Easterly #SUB#
Nogueira is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Easterly pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Easterly is working for a submission of some sort.
Easterly really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Nogueira . If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Nogueira is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Nogueira has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Easterly . Oh but Nogueira has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Easterly goes limp - he's gone! Nogueira jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Anderson Nogueira !

 

Event: CFC CG 4     
Date:   Mar 17, 2024





190 cm
31 yrs
192 lbs



175 cm
38 yrs
209 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 14 losses; Holden Easterly ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 10 losses; Anderson Nogueira !
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, Steve Smith and Yves DeLean.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Easterly feints and as Nogueira raises his hands in defense, Easterly changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Easterly (2) vs (0) Nogueira #SUB2#
Nogueira working for a triangle but Easterly defends it easily. #SUB2#
Nogueira working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Easterly doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Easterly manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Easterly thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB#
Easterly drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Easterly jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Easterly will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Easterly thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Nogueira has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Easterly can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Nogueira working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Easterly doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Easterly manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Nogueira has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Easterly can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Easterly avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T1##SUB2#
Nogueira had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Easterly defends it easily.
Easterly looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Easterly 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. #SUB#
Easterly thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Nogueira throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Easterly thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Nogueira looking for a guillotine here but Easterly defends easily. #SUB#
Easterly drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Easterly jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T2##SUB2#
Nogueira has his foot on Easterly 's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Easterly works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Nogueira has his foot on Easterly 's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Easterly works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Easterly thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Nogueira has his foot on Easterly 's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Easterly works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Nogueira throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB2#
Nogueira is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Easterly defends well.#SUB#
Easterly 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.
Easterly has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Nogueira had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Easterly defends it easily.#SUB#
Easterly 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.
Nogueira keeping full guard, as Easterly tries to pass. #T3##SUB#
Easterly 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. #SUB2#
Nogueira working for a triangle but Easterly defends it easily.
Easterly stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nogueira swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Easterly is posturing up here but Nogueira has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Easterly tries to roll out but it's too tight and Easterly has to tap! Slick submission there by Nogueira !

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Anderson Nogueira !

 

Event: CFC CG 3     
Date:   Mar 10, 2024





175 cm
38 yrs
209 lbs



177 cm
37 yrs
221 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 9 losses; Anderson Nogueira ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Shen Po!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, William Peck and Gregory Folan.


The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Nogueira shoots in for a takedown but Po shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#TD2#
Po closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Nogueira (0) vs (4) Po#SUB2#
Po working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Po tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Po has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Po is trying to get an arm triangle but Nogueira is defending well.
Nogueira is looking to reverse the position.
Nogueira gets back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Nogueira actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Nogueira is defending against the submission attempts here by Po. #SUB2#
Po is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nogueira sees it coming and defends easily.#T1##SUB2#
Po is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Nogueira tries to roll over but Po keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Po looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Nogueira looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Po is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Nogueira is just riding it out for now. Po eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Nogueira actively working from the bottom here.#T2##SUB#
Nogueira looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Po maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Nogueira could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Po has cracked it and Nogueira is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Po!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Shen Po!
After the fight, Shen Po was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

 

Event: CFC Combat Grappling     
Date:   Feb 26, 2024





182 cm
30 yrs
145 lbs



175 cm
38 yrs
209 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 11 losses; Shane Goble! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 8 losses; Anderson Nogueira !
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Robert Douchet and William Peck.


The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Goble is defended easily by Nogueira .
Goble really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Nogueira displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Goble.
Nogueira has a takedown stuffed.#TD#
Goble drives through with a takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Goble (2) vs (0) Nogueira
Goble advances position into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Goble (5) vs (0) Nogueira #SUB#
Goble wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Nogueira , who protects the arm well.
Nogueira is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Goble off and has taken his back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Goble (5) vs (4) Nogueira #SUB2#
Nogueira is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nogueira doesn't have the hooks in and Goble manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Goble (7) vs (4) Nogueira #SUB#
Goble drops back looking for a leg! Nogueira is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Nogueira manages to kick Goble off! Goble jumps back into Nogueira 's guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Nogueira is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Goble is aware though and is defending well.#T1##SUB2#
Nogueira escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Goble gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Nogueira is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Goble drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Goble jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Goble drops back looking for a leg! Nogueira is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Nogueira manages to kick Goble off! Goble jumps back into Nogueira 's guard.
Nogueira keeping full guard, as Goble tries to pass.
Nogueira really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Goble. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Goble is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Goble drops back looking for a leg! Nogueira is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Nogueira manages to kick Goble off! Goble jumps back into Nogueira 's guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB#
Goble drops back looking for a leg! Nogueira is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Nogueira manages to kick Goble off! Goble jumps back into Nogueira 's guard. #SUB2#
Nogueira escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Goble gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T2#
Goble passes Nogueira 's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Nogueira looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Goble is working for a kimura but Nogueira is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Goble is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Nogueira looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Nogueira is defending against the submission attempts here by Goble. #SUB2#
Nogueira looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3##SUB#
Goble is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Nogueira is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Goble is trying to work for a kimura but Nogueira is defending well. #SUB2#
Nogueira actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Goble is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Nogueira defends it well. #SUB#
Goble is working for a kimura but Nogueira is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Goble is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Nogueira doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Goble. #T4#
Nogueira moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Goble got a little sloppy there for a moment and Nogueira has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Goble has managed to get both his arms back between Nogueira 's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Nogueira has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Goble can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Nogueira looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Goble thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Nogueira is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Goble is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Goble thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Goble got a little sloppy there for a moment and Nogueira has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Goble has managed to get both his arms back between Nogueira 's legs - danger averted.
Nogueira can't keep his opponent in guard - Goble advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T5##SUB#
Goble is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Nogueira has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Goble is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Nogueira defends it well.
Nogueira is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Goble's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Goble's back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Goble (7) vs (8) Nogueira #SUB2#
Nogueira is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Goble is defending well though. Nogueira let's go of the attempt for now.
Goble can't escape the position. #SUB2#
Nogueira is looking for the choke from the back position but Goble is controlling his hands well. #SUB2#
Nogueira looking for the choke from the back.
Goble is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Goble turns into Nogueira and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Goble (9) vs (8) Nogueira #SUB2#
Nogueira looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Nogueira working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Goble doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Goble manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T6#
Goble passes into half guard. #SUB#
Nogueira is defending against the submission attempts here by Goble. #SUB#
Goble wants to work for an arm triangle but Nogueira is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Nogueira is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Goble pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Goble is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Nogueira has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Nogueira is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Goble pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Goble is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Nogueira is just riding it out for now. Goble eventually gives up the hold.
Nogueira makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Nogueira .#T7##SUB2#
Nogueira working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Goble doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Goble manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Nogueira looking to hit a scissor sweep but Goble is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Nogueira is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Goble avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Goble 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. #SUB#
Goble 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. #SUB#
Goble drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Goble jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T8#
Goble stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nogueira swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Nogueira looking for a guillotine here but Goble defends easily. #SUB2#
Nogueira had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Goble defends it easily.#SUB#
Goble 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.
Goble passes Nogueira 's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Goble is working for a kimura but Nogueira is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB2#
Nogueira actively working from the bottom here.#T9##SUB2#
Nogueira is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Goble pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Goble is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Goble has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Nogueira defend it? Goble steps over the head and cranks it - Nogueira is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Goble!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Shane Goble!
An out of breath Shane Goble thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: WVT 215: Ihantala v Fleshou     
Date:   Jan 26, 2024
#R1#
Nogueira tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Reaper blocks a head kick by Nogueira .
Reaper misses with an uppercut.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
A combination from Nogueira does no damage.
A right-left combo lands from Nogueira .
Reaper avoids the head kick by Nogueira .
Reaper throwing a counter right hand but Nogueira manages to avoid it.
Reaper looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nogueira looks to land a combination but Reaper avoids it well.
Nogueira swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
An attempted straight right counter from Reaper misses the target.
Nogueira tries to close the distance and clinch but Reaper swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Reaper throws a series of punches but Nogueira avoids them all with ease.
Nogueira misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Reaper swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Reaper throws a jab when Nogueira was well out of range.
Nogueira avoids the body shot from Reaper.
Nogueira misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nogueira looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nogueira changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Nogueira lands a two punch combo.
Nogueira throws a combination that misses #CL#
and Reaper holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Reaper dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Reaper misses with a body punch. #T1#
Reaper is struggling to control the position.
Reaper lands with a left to the head.
A frustrated look appears on Nogueira 's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Nogueira scores with a shoulder strike.
Reaper blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Reaper controlling the action here for a moment.
Reaper lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Reaper misses with a hook to the ribs.
Reaper misses with a body punch.
Nogueira blocks a body shot from Reaper.
Reaper softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Reaper keeps control of Nogueira as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Reaper has Nogueira pressed against the cage.
Reaper blocking some punches.
Nogueira struggles to land a body shot inside as Reaper controls his hands.
Reaper lands a body punch in the clinch. #T2#
Nogueira wants to break free but Reaper has control.
Reaper lands with a light punch inside.
Nogueira is trying to force a seperation but Reaper has the dominant position.
Reaper stalling in the clinch.
Reaper tries to throw a body punch but Nogueira avoids it by throwing Reaper back against the cage.
The referee calls for Reaper to work. #BC2#
Nogueira breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nogueira tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Reaper paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Nogueira pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nogueira avoids the body shot from Reaper.
Reaper swats away the attempt to clinch by Nogueira .
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice defenses there by Reaper.#CL#
Reaper has Nogueira up against the cage in a clinch.
Nogueira wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Reaper lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Reaper lands a nice shot to the body. #BC2#
Nogueira breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nogueira uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Reaper. #T3#
Reaper tries to bum rush Nogueira with a series of wild strikes but Nogueira uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Reaper misses with a straight right.
A slow jab from Reaper misses its intended target.
Nogueira with a hook.#CL#
Reaper instigates a clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nogueira .
Good body shot from Reaper.
Nogueira looks winded!
Reaper lands with a short shot to the head.
Nogueira lands a shoulder strike.
Reaper lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A right hand to the body from Reaper.
Nogueira tries to work over Reaper's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Reaper lands a body shot in the clinch.
Reaper lands a shoulder strike.
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!
Reaper just leaning against Nogueira , taking a breather.
Reaper slowing the pace effectively.
Reaper content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Reaper tries to work over Nogueira 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nogueira tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nogueira fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T4#
Reaper lands a body punch.
Nogueira lands a right hand.
Nogueira is trying to push Reaper away but Reaper has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
A hook to the body from Reaper.
A frustrated look appears on Nogueira 's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Reaper lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Reaper digs a right hand into Nogueira 's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nogueira 's gas tank.
Reaper working some nice short punches in the clinch.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Reaper softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC#
Reaper manages to break the clinch.
Nogueira throws a nice looking combination but Reaper bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Reaper looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Nogueira misses with a head kick. #CL#
Reaper clinches up against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Reaper tries to work over Nogueira 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Reaper creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Reaper lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nogueira backwards.
Reaper lands a hook to the side of the head.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Reaper.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jack Reaper dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Reaper jabbing away but nothing is landing. #KD#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Reaper cracks Nogueira with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Nogueira looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Reaper finish him? #CUT#It looks like Anderson Nogueira has been cut.
Nogueira pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Reaper is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nogueira can do to turn this around?
Nogueira misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Reaper was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Nogueira misses with a hook.
Nogueira throws the left hand but Reaper avoids the punch easily.
Reaper changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nogueira uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Reaper.
Nogueira throws an overhand right that lands on Reaper's shoulder, as Reaper tries to avoid the shot.
Reaper is stalking Nogueira . Nogueira circles to his left. Keeps circling left. Bam! Straight right from Reaper, and it's lights out! Nogueira really payed the price for that rookie mistake.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jack Reaper!

 

Event: WVT 208: Matikainen v Jiang     
Date:   Jan 10, 2024
#R1#
Nogueira throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Heydrich lands an overhand right.
Heydrich swats away the attempt to clinch by Nogueira .
Nogueira misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Nogueira needs to keep his hands up - Heydrich had a free shot at his head there.
Nogueira looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A combination from Nogueira does no damage.
Nogueira throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Nogueira misses with a double jab.
Heydrich slips a straight right by Nogueira .
Nogueira fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Anderson Nogueira seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nogueira looks to throw the jab but Heydrich is out of range.
A head kick by Nogueira misses #TD2#
and Heydrich counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Heydrich.
Nogueira might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nogueira wants to sweep but no luck.
Nogueira can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Heydrich controls the pace.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Heydrich working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#SUB#
Nogueira looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Heydrich has picked Nogueira up and slammed him! Nogueira can't keep hold of the triangle and Heydrich manages to pass to side control!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Nogueira is trying to control Heydrich's posture but Heydrich avoids it.
Heydrich is staying tight to Nogueira 's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Heydrich scores with a couple of short elbows.
Nogueira is looking for a sweep.
Heydrich trying to control the action but Nogueira is working from the bottom.
Nogueira tries to bench press Heydrich off him but Heydrich keeps the position.
Heydrich works to advance to full mount. Nogueira defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Nogueira is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Heydrich avoids the attempt from Nogueira to control.#T2#
Heydrich working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Nogueira wants to control but Heydrich is having none of it.
Heydrich controlling his opponent.
Nogueira is in all sorts of trouble here.
Heydrich raining down hammerfists from mount.
Heydrich tries to control but Nogueira wriggling away.
Nogueira manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Nogueira trying to control here. #T3#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Heydrich lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Heydrich keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
It looks like Heydrich 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.
Nogueira is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Heydrich trying to control from half guard but Nogueira is working away.
Nogueira wants to control but Heydrich is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Nogueira tries to get to full guard but Heydrich has control of the leg. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Heydrich landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Nogueira trying to control from the bottom.
Nogueira on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Nogueira gets full guard.#SUB#
Nogueira looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Heydrich looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Heydrich stopping the sweep attempt from Nogueira .
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Nogueira has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Heydrich can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Reinhard Tristan Eugen Heydrich dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Nogueira lands a nice shot to the body.
Nogueira is looking to clinch but Heydrich is avoiding it.
Heydrich tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Nogueira throws a head kick but Heydrich moves out of range.
Heydrich connects with a nice looking jab.
Nogueira fails with an attempt to clinch.
Heydrich swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nogueira is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Heydrich.
Heydrich flicks out a counter leg kick but Nogueira steps away.
Nogueira fails in his attempt to clinch.
Heydrich walks into a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nogueira throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nogueira throws a right and a left that both miss.
Nogueira fails with an attempt to clinch.
Nogueira misses with a combination #TD2#
and Heydrich counters with a shoot takedown. Nogueira fights it but they end up in guard.
Heydrich stands and throws Nogueira 's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T1#
Heydrich scoring with punches and elbows.
Nogueira sneaks back into half guard.
Heydrich trying to control the action but Nogueira is working from the bottom.
Nogueira wants to improve his position but Heydrich is controlling well.
Heydrich perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Heydrich slips a nice elbow through Nogueira 's hands, connecting with Nogueira 's forehead.
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. Heydrich connects with a nice short shot to Nogueira 's temple.
Nogueira is refusing to be controlled, as Heydrich sits in half guard.
Nogueira is trying to control but Heydrich manages to pass to mount! #T2#
Nogueira tries to hold on but Heydrich postures up.
Heydrich prevents Nogueira from getting the reversal.
Heydrich looking to control but Nogueira is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Heydrich lands with some strikes.
Nogueira regains half guard.
Heydrich with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Heydrich scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T3#
Nogueira wants to improve his position but Heydrich is controlling well.
Heydrich looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Heydrich has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Heydrich is thwarting Nogueira 's attempts to control the position.
Heydrich keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Heydrich trying to mount his opponent but Nogueira defends it. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Heydrich content to control rather than advance.
Reinhard Tristan Eugen Heydrich has got the better of the ground game so far.
Nogueira wants to get back to full guard.
Heydrich seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Nogueira does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Nogueira has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Heydrich is working away from the top position though.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Nogueira tries to get to full guard but Heydrich has control of the leg.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Nogueira actively working from the bottom here.
Heydrich working Nogueira over with strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Reinhard Tristan Eugen Heydrich showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
A right-left combo lands from Nogueira .
Left hook, right uppercut from Nogueira .
Anderson Nogueira is winning the standup battle so far.
Nogueira throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #TD2#
Heydrich throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Nogueira was covering up waiting for the punch and Heydrich finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Nogueira can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Heydrich controls the pace.
Heydrich keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Nogueira 's head.
Nogueira controls Heydrich momentarily but Heydrich frees himself. #SUB#
Heydrich has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Nogueira to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Heydrich is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Nogueira pulls down on the head and he's put Heydrich to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Anderson Nogueira !

 

Event: WVT 200: Le Franc v Johnson     
Date:   Dec 22, 2023
#R1#
A head kick misses from Nogueira .
Vieira throws a hook to the side of Nogueira 's head but Nogueira sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nogueira lands with a nice combination. Vieira backs away looking to recover.
Vieira keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
Nogueira clinches up against the cage.
Vieira misses with a punch to the body.
Nogueira misses with a body punch.
Nogueira lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #BC#
Nogueira pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Nogueira tries a head kick but it misses.
Vieira swings for the body but Nogueira moves out of range.
Vieira throws a hook but Nogueira avoids it easily.
Nogueira throws a good cross that connects.
Nogueira throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Vieira.
Nogueira has been working on his boxing with his coaches at HELLCADEMY in the buildup to the fight.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice defenses there by Nogueira .
Nogueira wants to clinch but Vieira slips to the side
and Vieira counters with a nice uppercut.
Vieira slips under a jab.
Vieira lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T1#
Nogueira misses with a head kick.
Vieira looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Nogueira pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nogueira showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Vieira. #CL#
Nogueira clinches up with Vieira and pushes him back against the cage.
Vieira blocks an uppercut. #BC#
Nogueira breaks from the clinch.
Nogueira lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Vieira circles away quickly and effectively.
Nogueira throws a sloppy head kick and Vieira moves out of range easily.
A head kick misses from Nogueira .
Nogueira misses with a head kick.
A slow jab from Nogueira misses its intended target.
Vieira misses with a looping right.
Nogueira misses with a head kick.
The fighters circling - Vieira throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A head kick by Nogueira misses #CL2#
and Vieira counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Vieira. #T2##BC2#
Vieira's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nogueira throws a nice head kick!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nogueira throws a right and a left that both miss.
Nogueira misses with a straight right.
Nogueira ducks under a wild hook from Vieira.
Nogueira plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Nogueira throws a right and a left that both miss.
Vieira takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Vieira avoids the head kick by Nogueira .
Vieira looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nogueira uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Vieira has time to react.
Vieira throws a leg kick but Nogueira sees it coming and checks it nicely.
It looked like Nogueira was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Vieira misses with a hook.
Nogueira lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Vieira throws a hook but Nogueira avoids it easily.
Nogueira appears to be looking for a big counter.
Vieira keeps the fight on the outside.
Nogueira dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
Vieira ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Vieira misses with a few strikes there.
Nogueira lands with a straight right. Vieira didn't see that one coming.
Nogueira stalks Vieira and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Vieira's face. Vieira staggers backwards, shaken.
Vieira throws a body punch but Nogueira moves out of range.
Nogueira tries a head kick but it misses.
Vieira fails to land with a series of punches.
Nogueira lands a two punch combo.
Nogueira scores with a crisp jab that stopped Vieira in his tracks.
Vieira moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nogueira throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Nogueira tries to clinch there but Vieira circles away.
The crowd cheers as Nogueira lands an impressive looking overhand right. Vieira doesn't seem phased though.
Nogueira showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Vieira. #T4#
Nogueira tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Vieira paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Nogueira swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Vieira.
Nogueira looks to land a combination but Vieira avoids it well.
Nogueira falls off balance throwing a combination
and Vieira connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nogueira tries to clinch but Vieira is having none of it.
It seemed like Vieira was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nogueira tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Vieira paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Vieira misses the shot to the body.
Nogueira is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Nogueira swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Vieira.
Vieira missing with a left hand there. Nogueira was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nogueira lands a head kick. Vieira smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Vieira takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Nogueira tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Nogueira displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Vieira throws out the jab.
It looked like Nogueira wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Vieira misses with an uppercut. Nogueira saw that one coming.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anderson Nogueira dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Nogueira wants to clinch up but Vieira keeps it at a distance.
Good exchange - Vieira coming out on top.
Vieira avoids the head kick by Nogueira .
Vieira blocks a head kick by Nogueira .
Vieira looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Vieira avoids the head kick by Nogueira .
Nogueira is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Vieira can do to turn this around?
Vieira is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nogueira .
Nogueira tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nogueira uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Vieira.
Nogueira takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Vieira throws a hook but Nogueira avoids it easily.
Nogueira misses with a double jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nogueira takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
The fight stays on the outside here - Nogueira looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Nogueira misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nogueira lands a head kick. Vieira smiles back at him and beckons him forward. #T1#
Vieira uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Vieira misses with a hook
and Nogueira counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Vieira jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Vieira avoids the head kick by Nogueira .
Nogueira throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Vieira's head.
Nogueira scores with a body shot.
Nogueira lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Vieira slips a jab from Nogueira .
A head kick misses from Nogueira .
Vieira throws a hook but Nogueira blocks it.
Nogueira goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Nogueira looks to score with a jab to the body but Vieira is just out of range.
Anderson Nogueira is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nogueira tries to move into range but Vieira moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#ROC2#Nogueira is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vieira throws a lazy uppercut
and Nogueira counters with a two punch combo.
Nogueira 's jab looks to have found its range, popping Vieira under the eye.
A punch lands to the side of Vieira 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T2#
The fighters circle momentarily. Nogueira darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Nogueira misses with a few strikes there.
As Nogueira backs off Vieira throws a huge counter combo but Nogueira manages to avoid it all.
Vieira misses with a straight right.
Nogueira misses with a double jab.
Vieira misses with a looping left.
Vieira blocks a head kick by Nogueira .
Nogueira misses with a looping right.
It seemed like Vieira was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A slow jab from Nogueira misses its intended target.
Nogueira tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nogueira pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A head kick misses from Nogueira .
Nogueira misses the jab.
Vieira blocks a head kick by Nogueira .
Nogueira throws a hook but Vieira avoids it easily.
Nogueira slips a jab from Vieira.#T3#
Nogueira moves out of range as Vieira strikes.
A left and a right from Nogueira both land. Nice combination.
Nogueira is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Anderson Nogueira seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nogueira lands a jab to Vieira's midsection.
Nogueira looks to land a combination. Vieira sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Nogueira tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vieira was well out of range. Poor timing from Nogueira .
A head kick misses from Nogueira .
Vieira misses with a hook.
Nogueira lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Nogueira comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Nogueira works over Vieira's head and body with a nice combination.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nogueira tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Vieira tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nogueira was well out of range. Poor timing from Vieira.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.#T4#
A slow jab from Vieira misses its intended target.
The fight stays on the outside here - Nogueira looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A slow jab from Vieira misses its intended target.
Nogueira cracks a nice hook into Vieira's ribs.
Vieira throws a series of punches but Nogueira moves out of range.
Nogueira misses with a double jab
and Vieira counters with a right hand to the body.
Nogueira connects with a high kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Nogueira looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Nogueira throws a right hand that Vieira ducks under and follows up with a left that Vieira also avoids with ease.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Vieira swats away the attempt to clinch by Nogueira .
Nogueira wants to clinch up but Vieira keeps it at a distance.
Vieira throws out a counter right but Nogueira avoids it with no problem.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anderson Nogueira dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Vieira misses with a straight left.
Nogueira misses with a wild body shot.
Nogueira throws a nice head kick!
Nogueira throws a sloppy head kick and Vieira moves out of range easily.
Vieira misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Nogueira ducks under a wild hook from Vieira.
Vieira lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Nogueira pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nogueira jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nogueira throws a left and a right that both miss
and Vieira counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Vieira takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No joy there for Nogueira , who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Nogueira throws a head kick that half lands.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Vieira misses with a jab, cross combination.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vieira smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T1#
Nogueira misses with a few strikes there.
Nogueira throws a sloppy head kick and Vieira moves out of range easily.
Vieira misses the shot to the body.
Nogueira moves into range and connects with a jab.
Vieira has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Nogueira ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nogueira displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Vieira throws out the jab.
Vieira throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Nogueira .
Vieira scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Nogueira tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Vieira paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Nogueira misses with a few strikes there.
Vieira throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nogueira goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Vieira misses with an uppercut. Nogueira saw that one coming.
A head kick misses from Nogueira .
Nogueira bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T2#
A cross from Nogueira lands.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A telegraphed right hand from Nogueira misses the target.
Nogueira misses with a head kick.
Vieira tries to counter by closing the distance.
Nogueira tries to clinch but Vieira is having none of it.
As Nogueira backs off Vieira throws a huge counter combo but Nogueira manages to avoid it all.
Nogueira tries to close the distance and clinch up but Vieira swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nogueira wants to clinch up but Vieira keeps it at a distance.
Vieira looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nogueira tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Vieira counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Vieira throws a right hand that Nogueira ducks under and follows up with a left that Nogueira also avoids with ease.
Vieira connects with a nice looking jab.
Nogueira misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Nogueira is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T3#
Vieira connects with a jab.
Nogueira throws a sloppy head kick
and Vieira counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Nogueira defending well as Vieira loads up on a big left hand.
Nogueira pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nogueira ducks right into an uppercut from Vieira.
Oh Nogueira is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Vieira lands a brutal uppercut that launches Nogueira off his feet! Nogueira tumbles to the floor, barely conscious - the referee jumps in to save him from a beating! Wow, what an ending!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:32 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jorlan Vieira!
Jorlan Vieira bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: WVT 191: Le Franc v Thib Jr 2     
Date:   Dec 01, 2023
#R1#
Nogueira pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nogueira tries a head kick but it misses.
Neves half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
The crowd cheers as Nogueira lands an impressive looking overhand right. Neves doesn't seem phased though.
Nogueira scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#CL2#
Nogueira darts in and clinches Neves up against the cage.
Nogueira lands a left hand.
Neves jumps guard but Nogueira stands there with Neves around his waist. Neves gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #BC2#
Nogueira breaks from the clinch.
Nogueira throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Nogueira throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Neves.
Nogueira has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses #TD#
and Neves counters with a single leg into guard. Nogueira didn't expect that.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nogueira keeping moving, preventing Neves from controlling successfully. #T1#
Nogueira 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.#SUB2#
Nogueira is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Neves is aware though and is defending well.
Neves content to stall in guard here.
Neves slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Nogueira struggling a bit here.
Nogueira managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Neves. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Nogueira has one of Neves's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.
Nogueira manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Nogueira trying to pass the guard but Neves defending well.
Neves slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Neves has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Nogueira has passed into side control. #T3#
Nogueira taking a breather here. #SUB2#
Nogueira is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Neves knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Nogueira tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Nogueira has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #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.#SUB2#
Nogueira is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Neves knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Neves tries to improve position but can't.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anderson Nogueira dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Nogueira cracks Neves with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Nogueira throws a combination that misses
and Neves counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Neves blocks a head kick by Nogueira .
Nogueira cracks Neves with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bruno Neves is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nogueira throws a head kick that looked like it stung. #CUT2#It looks like Bruno Neves has been cut.
Nogueira throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Neves.
Neves avoids the head kick by Nogueira .
Neves was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Anderson Nogueira seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nogueira bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Neves's head backwards.
Nogueira plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Nogueira scores with a head kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A jab from Neves misses.
Nogueira tries to bum rush Neves with a series of wild strikes but Neves uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Nogueira works Neves's body with a nice hook.
Nogueira scores with a head kick. Neves tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#T1#
Sloppy strikes from Nogueira . Those never looked like landing.
Nogueira lands with a nice combination. Neves backs away looking to recover.
Neves walks into a jab.
Neves takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Neves circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nogueira tries to clinch but Neves moves out of range.
Nogueira scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Nogueira pulls out of a head kick attempt. #CL2#
Nogueira drives through and clinches with Neves against the cage.
Nogueira misses with some punches.
Nogueira prevents a takedown attempt there.
Nogueira wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Nogueira swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T2#
Nogueira wants to break the clinch but can't.
Neves is trying to pull guard but Nogueira turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD#
Nogueira is fighting off a takedown attempt but Neves is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Nogueira to the mat. Nogueira regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Neves working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Nogueira 's head.
Nogueira has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Neves throws a big right hand that misses.
Nogueira is trying to control the position but Neves postures up. #SUB2#
Nogueira working for a triangle but Neves defends it easily. #SUB2#
Nogueira isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Neves stacks Nogueira 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 Neves!
Neves trying to control the position but Nogueira is working away. #T3#
Nogueira trying to remain calm as Neves controls from the top position.
Neves will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Nogueira is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Neves's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Neves working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Neves thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Nogueira 's head.
Nogueira manages to get to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Neves controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Nogueira is pulling down on Neves's head. It's preventing any offense from Neves, at least for the moment.#SUB2#
Nogueira is looking for a triangle but Neves pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Nogueira looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Neves wants to pass the guard but Nogueira is keeping the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anderson Nogueira showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Bruno Neves's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Nogueira throws a combination. Neves tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Neves has a takedown stuffed.
Nogueira lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Nogueira .
Neves takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Nogueira paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#CL2#
Nogueira forces Neves back against the cage and clinches.
Nogueira is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Nogueira wants to break free but Neves has control.
Nogueira can't break the clinch.
Neves prevents a body shot from Nogueira . #TD#
Neves ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Neves no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #T1#
Nogueira is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Nogueira looking to pass the guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Neves keeping moving, preventing Nogueira from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Neves is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Nogueira is aware though and is defending well.
Bruno Neves has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Nogueira trying to control the position from guard on top but Neves is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Neves escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Nogueira gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Nogueira trying to control the position from guard on top but Neves is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Neves avoids a punch combination nicely.
Neves is looking for a counter combo.
Nogueira lands a head shot.
Nogueira changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Neves is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Nogueira connects with a body shot that sends Neves's belly button to the back.
Neves blocks a head kick by Nogueira .
Nogueira lands a head kick!
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #CL2#
Nogueira gets a clinch.
Nogueira scores with a hook to the body.
Neves blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T4##BC2#
Nogueira breaks from the clinch.
Neves misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Neves closes the distance and clinches up with Nogueira , looking for a takedown. Neves pushes Nogueira against the cage but Nogueira circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bruno Neves. That's going to take a lot out of him.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nogueira throws a shot to the body.
Neves throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Nogueira 's waist but Nogueira gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Neves off to one side.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Nogueira tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Neves manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Neves feinted with a counter takedown.
Neves walks into a stiff left hand from Nogueira .
Nogueira scores with a decent looking hook.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nogueira lands with a kick to the temple. Neves shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Nogueira scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Neves misses with a series of wild punches.
Nogueira throws a big counter head kick but Neves avoids it with no problem.

And that's the end of the fight!
Anderson Nogueira comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Nogueira 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Anderson Nogueira !

 

Event: WVT 180: Haltsi v Vitali     
Date:   Nov 04, 2023
#R1#
Nogueira throws a sloppy head kick
letting Knox counter with a right hand.
A jab from Nogueira finds it's way through Knox's defenses.
Nogueira throws a right and a left that both miss.
As Nogueira looks to move away, Knox throws a big counter combo but Nogueira just gets out of the way.
Nogueira scores with a head kick. Knox tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Nogueira has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Nogueira throws a sloppy head kick and Knox moves out of range easily.
Nogueira throws a head kick but Knox moves out of range.
Knox is looking to counter punch.
Knox avoids the head kick by Nogueira .
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nogueira throws a series of punches but Knox avoids them all with ease.
A head kick misses from Nogueira .
A head kick by Nogueira misses
and Knox counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nogueira scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #T1#
Knox circles away from the clinch attempt
and Knox counters with a straight right hand.
Nogueira throws a head kick that half lands.
Knox definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Nogueira throws a head kick that half lands.
Nogueira swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #KD#
and Knox counters with a nice right hand that sends Nogueira toppling to the canvas! Nogueira scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Knox finish him?!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nogueira tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Knox paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Nogueira misses with a hook
and Knox counters with a crisp right that sends Nogueira to the canvas! Knox follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Zeta Knox!
Zeta Knox thanked the fans post fight for their support.

 

Event: CFC 593     
Date:   Sep 29, 2023
#R1#
Nogueira misses with a hook.
Havok swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Nogueira misses with a lunging right hand
and Havok counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nogueira rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Havok to counter with a crisp jab.
Nogueira throws a nice head kick!
Nogueira moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Nogueira misses with a jab, cross combination.
No joy there for Nogueira , who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Nogueira shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Havok eats them both and turns towards Nogueira to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nogueira throws an off balance right hand
and Nogueira takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Havok defending well as Nogueira loads up on a big left hand.
Nogueira misses with a head kick.
It looked like Havok wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Nogueira misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A little feinted left hand from Havok on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Nogueira throws a series of punches but Havok moves out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Havok misses the target.
Havok looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nogueira throws an off balance right hand
and Havok counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
Nogueira tries a head kick but it misses.
Havok was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Nogueira misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Havok swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Nogueira missing with a left hand there. Havok was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A shot to the body from Nogueira misses
letting Havok counter with a right hand.
Nogueira throws a head kick but Havok moves out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Havok on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Havok slips under a jab.
Nogueira takes a swing at Havok's ribcage but misses.
A head kick by Nogueira misses
and Havok counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses
and Havok counters with a straight right hand.
Havok blocks a head kick by Nogueira .
Nogueira cracks Havok with a good jab.
Nogueira swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Havok cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nogueira has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Nice cross by Nogueira .#T2#
Nogueira throws a right hand that Havok ducks under and follows up with a left that Havok also avoids with ease.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nogueira throws a left and a right that both miss
enabling Havok to counter with a crisp jab.
Nogueira throws a left and a right that both miss
letting Havok counter with a right hand.
Nogueira throws an off balance right hand
and Havok counters with a straight right hand.
Nogueira throws a combination that misses
and Havok counters with a straight right hand.
Nogueira fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Havok on the side of the head.
Nogueira ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Havok moves away.
Havok throwing a counter right hand but Nogueira manages to avoid it.
Nogueira ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses
and Havok counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nogueira throws a sloppy head kick and Havok moves out of range easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Havok misses the target.
Anderson Nogueira seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nogueira misses with a jab to the body
and Havok counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nogueira throws a sloppy head kick
and Havok cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Anderson Nogueira .
Well Nogueira 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 1 round of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 9:10
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 9:10
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 9:10

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Anderson Nogueira !

 

Event: CFC 588     
Date:   Sep 15, 2023
#R1#
Nogueira lands a nice hook to Jime's body. Jime takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A head kick misses from Nogueira .
Nogueira goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Nogueira slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Nogueira lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Nogueira comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Danga de danga de dang - Nogueira scores with a four punch combination!
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD2#
Jime feints and as Nogueira raises his hands in defense, Jime changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Jime trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Jime trying to control the position from guard on top but Nogueira is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nogueira 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.
Jime trying to control but Nogueira is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Nogueira working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Jime doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Jime manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Nogueira looking for a sweep. Not yet Nogueira , not yet. #T1#
Jime passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Jime is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Jime is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Jime is looking to advance position but Nogueira won't allow it.
Nogueira is looking to improve his position.
Nogueira is working hard here to advance position.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Jime is working for a kimura but Nogueira is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB2#
Jime is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nogueira sees it coming and defends easily.
Jime is keen to just control but Nogueira is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Jime is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Nogueira has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Nogueira looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Nogueira is looking to improve his position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Anderson Nogueira showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Nogueira has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1 round of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 10:9
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 10:9
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 10:9

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Anderson Nogueira !

 

Event: Matt Mac Arena     
Date:   Aug 25, 2023
#R1#
A jab from Nogueira misses.
Some wild striking there from Nogueira . #CL#
KillsInWater clinches with his opponent.
I was talking to KillsInWater's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Nogueira throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but KillsInWater blocks it with crossed arms.
Nogueira misses with a knee to the head.
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but he's missed. #BC#
KillsInWater's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
KillsInWater throws a right and a left that both miss.
KillsInWater scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Nogueira blocks a head kick by KillsInWater.
As KillsInWater backs off Nogueira throws a huge counter combo but KillsInWater manages to avoid it all.#CL#
Nogueira tries to keep at a distance but KillsInWater has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC#
KillsInWater breaks the clinch.
Nogueira throws a right and a left that KillsInWater avoids nicely.
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!
KillsInWater throws a right and a left that both miss.
Nogueira misses with a head kick.
KillsInWater went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
KillsInWater blocks a head kick by Nogueira .
KillsInWater swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
KillsInWater blocks a head kick by Nogueira .
KillsInWater throws a head kick that half lands.
KillsInWater tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nogueira was well out of range. Poor timing from KillsInWater.#T1##CL#
KillsInWater has taken the fight to the clinch.
Nogueira goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC#
KillsInWater pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
KillsInWater takes the fight into the clinch.
KillsInWater is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Nogueira scores with a knee to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Tor KillsInWater has been cut.
Nogueira throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but KillsInWater blocks it with crossed arms.
Nogueira lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nogueira throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but KillsInWater blocks it with crossed arms.
KillsInWater misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nogueira using the Thai plumb to throw knees but KillsInWater has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
KillsInWater misses with a punch to the body.
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but KillsInWater blocks it.
Nogueira gets through KillsInWater's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#BC#
KillsInWater breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Sloppy strikes from Nogueira . Those never looked like landing.
No joy there for Nogueira , who threw a few shots but didn't land. #T2#
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!
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses.
Nogueira takes a jab right on the kisser. #CL#
KillsInWater gets a clinch.
KillsInWater misses with some punches.
KillsInWater misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
KillsInWater's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
KillsInWater closes the distance and clinches.
Nogueira using the Thai plumb to throw knees but KillsInWater has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Nogueira lands with a short shot to the head.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from KillsInWater. #BC#
KillsInWater breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nogueira pulls out of a head kick attempt. #CL#
KillsInWater clinches up against the cage.
KillsInWater misses with a hook to the ribs.
KillsInWater pushes Nogueira back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC#
KillsInWater breaks from the clinch.
KillsInWater uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nogueira .
KillsInWater throws a big counter combination but Nogueira scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#CL#
KillsInWater closes the distance and pushes Nogueira back into the cage.
KillsInWater lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T3#
Nogueira trying to land knees to the body. #BC#
KillsInWater breaks the clinch. #CL#
KillsInWater has managed to clinch.
Nogueira misses with a knee strike. #BC#
KillsInWater's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nogueira lands with a shot to the body.
KillsInWater misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #CL#
KillsInWater has managed to clinch.
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Nogueira tries to work over KillsInWater's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but KillsInWater blocks it. #BC#
KillsInWater manages to break the clinch.
Nogueira cracks a nice hook into KillsInWater's ribs.
A head kick misses from Nogueira .
Decent striking displayed by KillsInWater there.
Nogueira fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nogueira tries a head kick but it misses.
Nogueira misses with the combination.
Nogueira throws a body shot but no joy. #T4#
KillsInWater stuns Nogueira with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Nogueira takes a kick to the side of the head.
Nogueira tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nogueira throws out a loose jab but KillsInWater uses good head movement to avoid it.
KillsInWater goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
KillsInWater tries a head kick but it misses.
Nogueira uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from KillsInWater.
KillsInWater jabs Nogueira right on the nose. Nogueira blinks but takes it well.
KillsInWater throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Nogueira lands with a right hand. #CL#
KillsInWater closes the distance and pushes Nogueira back into the cage.
KillsInWater goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nogueira throws a knee to the head but misses. #BC#
KillsInWater manages to break the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nogueira keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from KillsInWater.
Nogueira looks to land a right hand but KillsInWater moved out of range.
KillsInWater throwing a counter right hand but Nogueira manages to avoid it.
A head kick misses from KillsInWater.
KillsInWater misses with a jab, cross combination.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Nogueira takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tor KillsInWater dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Tor KillsInWater's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Nogueira scores with a hook to the body. KillsInWater takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Nogueira blocks a jab.
Nogueira avoids a punch combination nicely.
Nogueira tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL#
KillsInWater clinches up with Nogueira and pushes him back against the cage.
KillsInWater lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nogueira backwards.
Nogueira misses with a knee strike.
Nogueira trying to land knees to the body. #BC#
KillsInWater pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A combination from KillsInWater does no damage. #CL#
KillsInWater moves into the clinch.
Nogueira misses with a knee strike.
Nogueira misses with a punch to the body. #BC#
KillsInWater's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nogueira avoids the head kick by KillsInWater.
KillsInWater scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Tor KillsInWater is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
KillsInWater tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL#
KillsInWater rushes Nogueira and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but he's missed. #T1#
Nogueira throws a knee to the head but misses.
Nogueira blocking some punches.
KillsInWater working some nice short punches in the clinch.#BC#
KillsInWater pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Nogueira avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
KillsInWater takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
KillsInWater takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Nogueira throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
KillsInWater scores with a punch to the head.
KillsInWater misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nogueira ducks down and throws a hook to the body but KillsInWater moves away.
Nice cross by Nogueira .
Nice jab there from Nogueira .
Nogueira misses with the combination.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
KillsInWater scores with a head kick. Nogueira tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#CL#
KillsInWater clinches up against the cage.#T2##BC#
KillsInWater pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Nogueira throws a sloppy head kick and KillsInWater moves out of range easily.
KillsInWater lands a jab to the nose.
Nogueira swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tor KillsInWater is winning the standup battle so far.#CL#
KillsInWater closes the distance and pushes Nogueira back into the cage.
Nogueira utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
KillsInWater wants to break free but Nogueira has control.
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Nogueira misses with a knee to the head.
Nice body punch from Nogueira - that landed with a thud. #BC#
KillsInWater manages to break the clinch.
KillsInWater pulls out of a head kick attempt.
It seemed like Nogueira was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nogueira throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Nogueira misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #CL#
KillsInWater closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
KillsInWater is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Nogueira lands a knee to the body. #BC#
KillsInWater pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
KillsInWater is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nogueira can do to turn this around?#T3#
Nogueira throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Nogueira swinging wildly here.
Nogueira connects with a body shot that sends KillsInWater's belly button to the back.
Nogueira misses with a head kick.
Nogueira throws a jab but it's blocked by KillsInWater.
KillsInWater throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Nogueira lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Nogueira lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but KillsInWater circles away quickly and effectively.
Nogueira steps to the side to avoid the strikes from KillsInWater.
Nogueira misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nogueira throws a sloppy head kick and KillsInWater moves out of range easily.
KillsInWater tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Nogueira manages to circle out of the way.
Nogueira misses with the combination. #CL#
KillsInWater gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
KillsInWater lands a hook to the side of the head.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nogueira misses with a knee strike. #BC#
KillsInWater breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nogueira looks to throw the jab but KillsInWater is out of range.
Nogueira avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
No joy there for Nogueira , who threw a few shots but didn't land.
KillsInWater throws a head kick that misses.
Nice uppercut lands for Nogueira . That snapped KillsInWater's head back.
KillsInWater misses with the combination.
KillsInWater is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
KillsInWater throws a head kick but Nogueira moves out of range. #CL#
KillsInWater rushes Nogueira and presses him up against the cage.
Nogueira goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nogueira landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nogueira tried to land a shot to the body but connects with KillsInWater's elbow.
Nogueira with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but he's missed. #BC#
KillsInWater pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Tor KillsInWater will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Tor KillsInWater's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
KillsInWater tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nogueira let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Nogueira misses with a jab, cross combination.
Nogueira misses with a head kick. #CL#
KillsInWater rushes Nogueira and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Nogueira lands with a left to the head.
A short right from KillsInWater.
Nogueira misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from KillsInWater.
Nogueira tries to land knees in the clinch but KillsInWater avoids the damage to the body.
Nogueira using the Thai plumb to throw knees but KillsInWater has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike. #BC#
KillsInWater pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Nogueira tries to keep at a distance but KillsInWater has taken the fight into the clinch.
KillsInWater lands with a short shot to the head.
KillsInWater working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#BC#
KillsInWater escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
KillsInWater throws a series of punches but Nogueira moves out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL#
KillsInWater gets in close and instigates a clinch.
A shot in the inside from Nogueira . #T1##BC#
KillsInWater manages to break the clinch.
Nogueira throws an uppercut from half a mile away. KillsInWater sees it coming and avoids it easily.
KillsInWater misses with a head kick.
Nogueira lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#CL#
KillsInWater clinches up against the cage.
Nogueira using the Thai plumb to throw knees but KillsInWater has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Nogueira lands a nice uppercut.
KillsInWater on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #BC#
KillsInWater breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
KillsInWater gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Nogueira keeps the fight in the clinch, despite KillsInWater's efforts to push away.
Nogueira with an attempt at a knee that misses.
KillsInWater struggles to land a body shot inside as Nogueira controls his hands.
Nogueira throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but KillsInWater blocks it with crossed arms.
KillsInWater tries to circle away but Nogueira has him pinned against the cage.
Nogueira working aggressively here.
KillsInWater tries a body shot but Nogueira blocks it.
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but he's missed. #T2##BC#
KillsInWater's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nogueira throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nogueira takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Nogueira avoids the body shot from KillsInWater. #CL#
KillsInWater forces Nogueira back against the cage and clinches.
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!
Nogueira tries to land knees in the clinch but KillsInWater avoids the damage to the body. #BC#
KillsInWater pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
KillsInWater instigates a clinch. #BC#
KillsInWater breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
KillsInWater has closed the distance and engaged Nogueira in a clinch.
KillsInWater throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
KillsInWater misses with a body punch.
Nogueira 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
KillsInWater misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the head but KillsInWater blocks with his arms. #BC#
KillsInWater breaks the clinch.
KillsInWater throws a one two combo. #T3#
Nogueira slips a jab and a cross from KillsInWater.
Nogueira fails to land with a series of punches.
KillsInWater with a hook.
KillsInWater misses with a double jab.
A nice combination there by Nogueira .
KillsInWater slips a jab and a cross from Nogueira .
KillsInWater swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
KillsInWater throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nogueira takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Nogueira misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from KillsInWater. #CL#
KillsInWater takes the fight into the clinch.
Knees in the clinch landing for Nogueira .
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
KillsInWater's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Nogueira misses with a knee strike.
KillsInWater lands a body punch.
Nogueira tries to work over KillsInWater's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T4#
Nogueira tries to land knees in the clinch but KillsInWater avoids the damage to the body.
A short uppercut from Nogueira . #BC#
KillsInWater breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
KillsInWater gets in close and instigates a clinch.
KillsInWater prevents a body shot from Nogueira . #BC#
KillsInWater breaks from the clinch.
Nice defenses there by KillsInWater.
KillsInWater throws a series of punches but Nogueira avoids them all with ease.
It seemed like Nogueira was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
KillsInWater lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by KillsInWater.
Nogueira throws a right hand that KillsInWater ducks under and follows up with a left that KillsInWater also avoids with ease.
KillsInWater seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
A lazy left from KillsInWater finds it's target.
Nogueira misses with a straight left.
Anderson Nogueira has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
KillsInWater is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
KillsInWater throws a sloppy head kick and Nogueira moves out of range easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
KillsInWater ducks under a wild hook from Nogueira .#CL#
KillsInWater darts in and clinches Nogueira up against the cage.#BC#
KillsInWater escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
KillsInWater gets a clinch.
Nogueira 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!

And that's the end of the fight!
Tor KillsInWater showed his dominance in that final round.
Well KillsInWater 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 Trevor Gratis scores the fight 30:28
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tor KillsInWater!

During a confident post fight interview, Tor KillsInWater thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 275     
Date:   Aug 11, 2023
#R1#
A punch combination from Nogueira misses.
Anderson Nogueira seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nogueira looks to land a combination but Haden avoids it well.
Nogueira throws a nice head kick!
Haden is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nogueira .
Nogueira stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#TD2#
Haden shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Haden is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB#
Nogueira throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Haden stands up over Nogueira , holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Haden won't allow Nogueira to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Nogueira has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Haden is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Nogueira .
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nogueira is trying to improve his position.#T1#
Haden working the ground and pound from side control.
Nogueira is trying to get back to half guard.
Haden scoring with punches from side control.
Haden is putting a hurting on Nogueira here, landing some big shots from side control.
Haden is putting a hurting on Nogueira here, landing some big shots from side control.
Haden controls the position.
Haden has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Haden is working Nogueira over with some ground and pound from side control.
Haden is looking to take a break and control but Nogueira is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Nogueira wants to get back to his feet but Haden is dominant here and he's now got Nogueira 's back!
Nogueira is trying to break free.
Haden lands a punch that was close to the back of the head but the ref thinks it's OK.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Haden is throwing punches to the body, looking to soften Nogueira up.
Haden lands with a nice looking elbow that stuns Nogueira .
Well, with Haden on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Nogueira is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
I really don't envy Nogueira right now.
Haden is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Nogueira tries to roll but Haden sticks to his back.
Haden has good solid back control here.
Nogueira is trying to break free.
Nogueira is trying to get back to his feet but Haden has full control of the position and if anything, Nogueira has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Nogueira tries to escape the position.
Haden lands a shot to the head. #T3#
Nogueira looking very determined here, making life difficult for Haden.
Haden keeps control of the position as Nogueira tries to break free.
Nogueira is trying to remain composed but Haden is hammering down strikes to the side of his head.
Haden tries to get the hooks in deep but Nogueira pushed the leg off.
Haden biding his time, looking for the opening.
Haden gets his hooks in and is throwing strikes.
Haden controlling from the back.#T4#
You can see the frustration on Nogueira 's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Haden lands shots from the back.
Nogueira wants to escape the position.
Nogueira covers up after that shot from Haden.
Haden connects with a series of strikes and the referee is calling for Nogueira to escape the position.
Haden is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Haden trying to control.
Nogueira is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Watch the back of the head! Comes the shout from the referee towards Haden.
Haden lands a punch to the side of the head from the back.
Nogueira is really stuck here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

ZaDarius Haden dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Nogueira moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Nogueira looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Haden has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Haden there as he acknowledges the shot.
Haden avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Haden appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Haden avoids the body shot from Nogueira .
Haden looks to score with a jab to the body but Nogueira is just out of range.
Nogueira throws a head kick but Haden moves out of range.
Haden falls off balance throwing a combination
and Nogueira counters with a nice body shot.
Nogueira throws a sloppy head kick and Haden moves out of range easily.
A lazy left from Nogueira finds it's target.
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
It seemed like Haden was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Haden lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Haden throws out a powerful jab.
Anderson Nogueira is winning the standup battle so far.
Haden moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Nogueira cracks Haden with an open hand slap.#T1#
Nogueira tries a head kick but it misses.
A cross from Haden lands.
Haden shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Nogueira as he jumps to the side.
Nogueira throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Haden sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nogueira throws a body punch but Haden moves out of range.
Anderson Nogueira is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nogueira misses with a head kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Haden! But no joy.
Haden has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Nogueira connects with a good right hand that stumbles Haden. Haden circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#TD2#
Haden shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Nogueira is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Haden scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Haden has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Haden lands with a punch from half guard. #T2#
Nogueira tries to roll over but Haden keeps him under control.
Nogueira missing with punches from the bottom.
Nogueira is looking for a sweep. Haden is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Haden slows the pace down in half guard.
Haden wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nogueira keeps working.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Haden content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Haden lands with a punch from half guard. #T3#
Nogueira tries to get to full guard but Haden has control of the leg.
Nogueira is working hard here to advance position.
Haden working the head and body with strikes.
Haden lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Haden trying to control the action but Nogueira is working from the bottom. #T4#
Haden performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Nogueira wants to improve his position but Haden is controlling well.
Haden controlling the action here.
Nogueira is trying to stand up here but Haden is controlling him well. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Haden closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Nogueira did well to prevent Haden getting side control.
Still in half guard, Haden seems content to control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Anderson Nogueira will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Haden keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Nogueira swinging wildly here.
Nogueira looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Haden is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Nogueira with a body shot.
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nogueira rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Haden moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Nogueira pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nogueira throws a head kick but Haden moves out of range.
Haden changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Haden thuds his right hand into Nogueira 's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#TD2#
Haden closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Nogueira did well to prevent Haden getting side control.
Haden controlling the action here.
Haden is looking to advance position but Nogueira won't allow it.
ZaDarius Haden has got the better of the ground game so far.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice strikes from Haden there. #T1#
Haden passes to full mount!
Nogueira tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Nogueira in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Haden working the ground and pound effectively.
Nogueira is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
Haden takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Nogueira might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Nogueira tries to buck Haden off but he can't manage it.
Haden with the ground and pound from mount.
Haden trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Haden lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.#T2#
Haden tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Haden looking to finish Nogueira with some ground and pound. This is bad for Nogueira !
Haden landing strikes from the mount and Nogueira is in trouble!
Nogueira is trying desperately to improve position.
Haden tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
BOOM! Haden connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Nogueira in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Haden breaks from Nogueira 's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Nogueira is in all sorts of trouble here. #T3#
Haden sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Haden trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Nogueira is in all sorts of trouble here.
Haden is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Nogueira can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Nogueira can't escape the position.
Nogueira taking shots to the head.
Haden controlling from mount.
Haden trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T4#
BOOM! Haden connects with a massive shot to the dome! #ROC2#Nogueira is rocked!
Haden controlling from the full mount.
Haden raining down shots from the mount!
Oh Nogueira is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Haden postures up and connects with a big shot that has rocked Nogueira badly. He's trying desperately to grab hold of Haden around the waist but Haden pushes him off and unloads with more strikes, forcing the referee to jump in and save him! Haden is the winner by TKO! Haden jumps onto the cage and shouts into the camera. "We did it momma!"

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:40 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). ZaDarius Haden!
ZaDarius Haden bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 269     
Date:   Jul 19, 2023
#R1#
Nogueira misses with a wild combination.
Nogueira fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Karjalainen looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Nogueira staying out of range there.
Nogueira throws a predictable looking body shot
and Karjalainen counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Karjalainen has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dagestan Grappling Club in the buildup to the fight.
A punch combination from Nogueira misses.
Karjalainen is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#CL#
Karjalainen has managed to clinch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Nogueira tries to land knees in the clinch but Karjalainen avoids the damage to the body.
Karjalainen lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nogueira backwards.
A shot in the inside from Karjalainen.
Nogueira being controlled against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nogueira .
Nogueira misses with a knee strike.
Nogueira looking to throw knees to the head but Karjalainen is blocking nicely.
Nogueira with an attempt at a knee that misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Stalling in the clinch from Karjalainen. #T1#
Karjalainen lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Karjalainen holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the head but Karjalainen blocks with his arms.
Karjalainen stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
A bit of stalling here from Karjalainen.
Nogueira scores with a shot to the side of Karjalainen's head.
Nogueira with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Nogueira misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Karjalainen lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nogueira backwards.
Nogueira looking to throw knees to the head but Karjalainen is blocking nicely.
Nogueira goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nogueira putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Karjalainen in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Nogueira is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Karjalainen is defending well for now.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the head but misses. #T2#
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Karjalainen takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Nogueira lands a good knee to the midsection. Karjalainen won't want to take too many of those.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Nogueira misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Karjalainen.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Karjalainen is stalling here.
Karjalainen avoiding damage as Nogueira throws knees to the body.
Nogueira doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nogueira throws a knee to the head but misses.
Karjalainen on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Nogueira with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Nogueira tries to work over Karjalainen's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Karjalainen lands a body shot.
The referee is keeping an eye on Karjalainen - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but Karjalainen blocks it. #T3#
Nogueira throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Karjalainen blocks it with crossed arms.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Nogueira .
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but Karjalainen blocks it.
Nogueira lands an uppercut.
Karjalainen goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC#
Karjalainen breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Karjalainen looks to land a left hand but Nogueira moved out of range nicely.
Karjalainen takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Nogueira slips under a jab from Karjalainen.
A jab lands there for Nogueira .
Nogueira misses with a straight left.
A left and a right from Karjalainen both land. Nice combination.
Nogueira tries to bum rush Karjalainen with a series of wild strikes but Karjalainen uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#CL#
Karjalainen clinches.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Karjalainen slowing the pace effectively.
Nogueira using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Karjalainen has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Karjalainen managing to block the knees to the body from Nogueira . #T4#
Nogueira lands a knee to the body.
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but Karjalainen blocks it.
Nogueira looking to throw knees to the head but Karjalainen is blocking nicely.
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but Karjalainen blocks it.
Nogueira throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Karjalainen blocks it with crossed arms.
Nogueira with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Nogueira prevents a body shot from Karjalainen.
Nice body punch from Karjalainen - that landed with a thud.
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Karjalainen'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.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the head but Karjalainen blocks with his arms.
Nogueira being controlled against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Karjalainen fails to land.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anderson Nogueira dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Karjalainen throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Karjalainen looks to throw the jab but Nogueira is out of range.
Nogueira throws a right hand that Karjalainen ducks under and follows up with a left that Karjalainen also avoids with ease.
Karjalainen takes a swing at Nogueira 's ribcage but misses.
Nogueira throws a wild hook but Karjalainen just manages to duck under it and - ooooh! Nogueira gets nailed by a brutal uppercut which crumples him back against the cage! The referee jumps in - Karjalainen raises his hands in celebration and walks away!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Karl Karjalainen!
Karl Karjalainen decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 263     
Date:   Jun 25, 2023
#R1#
Nogueira dodges the punch combination from Beach. #CL#
Nogueira tries to keep at a distance but Beach has taken the fight into the clinch.
Nogueira trying to land knees to the body.
Nogueira fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nogueira digs a right hand underneath Beach's ribcage. Beach let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Nogueira pushes Beach back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Beach tries a body shot but Nogueira blocks it.
Nogueira can't find room to land a body shot as Beach controls the action.
Beach lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A short right from Nogueira on the inside.
Beach tries to work over Nogueira 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nogueira works on Beach's body with a couple of short punches.
Beach lands a shot to the body.
Nogueira is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Beach is defending well for now.
Nogueira lands a knee to the body.
Beach is breathing heavily.
Nogueira tries a body shot but Beach blocks it.
Beach on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Beach lands a body punch.
Nogueira landing knees to the head.
Beach takes a shot to the head. #T1#
Nogueira blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Beach misses with a short punch on the inside.
Knees to the body from Nogueira .
Nogueira using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Beach has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
A nice left hand lands by Nogueira .
A body shot lands from Nogueira .
Nogueira throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Beachs head.
Nogueira trying to land knees to the body.
Nogueira lands with a short shot to the head.
Nogueira lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Nogueira connects with a nasty looking knee right to Beach's face.
Nogueira misses with a knee to the head.
Beach swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Beach is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but Beach blocks it.
Beach tries to throw a body punch but Nogueira avoids it by throwing Beach back against the cage.
Beach lands a nice shot to the body.
Beach swings wildly with an uppercut but Nogueira uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Beach lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #T2#
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but Beach blocks it.
Beach misses with a punch to the body.
Nogueira with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Nogueira tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nogueira misses with a punch on the inside.
Beach lands an elbow just above Nogueira 's eye. #CUT#It looks like Anderson Nogueira has been cut.
Nogueira lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Nogueira landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Beach makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Beach misses with some punches.
Still in the clinch, Nogueira scores with a nice short uppercut.
Beach is looking to control Nogueira 's arms but Nogueira gets an underhook and turns him. Now Beach has his back to the cage.
Nogueira digs a right hand into Beach's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Beach's gas tank.
A short left from Nogueira .
Knees in the clinch landing for Nogueira .
Nogueira looking to throw knees to the head but Beach is blocking nicely.
Beach misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nogueira looking to throw knees to the head but Beach is blocking nicely.
Nogueira landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt. #T3#
Nogueira lands a good knee to the midsection. Beach won't want to take too many of those.
Beach blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Nogueira digs a right hand underneath Beach's ribcage. Beach let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Nice body punch from Nogueira - that landed with a thud.
Nogueira lands a nice shot to the body.
Nogueira lands a knee to the head.
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but Beach blocks it.
Nogueira with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Nogueira throws a knee to the head but misses.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the head but Beach blocks with his arms.
Nogueira pushes Beach back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Nogueira using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Beach has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Nogueira crunches a lovely knee into Beach's ribcage.
Nogueira landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
A right hand to the body from Nogueira .
Beach prevents a body shot from Nogueira .
Nogueira lands a shot to the body.
Nogueira misses with a knee to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nogueira prevents a body shot from Beach. #T4#
Knees in the clinch landing for Nogueira .
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Nogueira with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Nogueira looking to throw knees to the head but Beach is blocking nicely.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the head but Beach blocks with his arms.
Beach lands an elbow inside that Nogueira shrugs off.
Beach swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nogueira doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nogueira working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Nogueira blocks a body shot from Beach.
Beach lands with a short shot to the head.
Beach tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nogueira looking to throw knees to the head but Beach is blocking nicely.
Nogueira lands a right hand that snaps the head of Beach backwards.
Nogueira misses with a knee strike.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nogueira tries to land knees in the clinch but Beach avoids the damage to the body.
Beach lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Beach.
Beach's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Nogueira lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Beach backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anderson Nogueira dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Anderson Nogueira 's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Nogueira pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Beach back to the cage. Nogueira follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#CL#
Beach moves into range and clinches up with Nogueira .
A head punch blocked on the inside by Beach.
Beach misses with a body punch.
Beach lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Anderson Nogueira seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Beach digs a right hand into Nogueira 's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nogueira 's gas tank.
Beach misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Beach struggles to land a body shot inside as Nogueira controls his hands.
Beach tries to throw a body punch but Nogueira avoids it by throwing Beach back against the cage.
Nogueira blocks a body shot from Beach.
Nogueira using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Nogueira with a knee to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Sammy Beach has been cut.
Nogueira using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Beach has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Nogueira looking to throw knees to the head but Beach is blocking nicely.
Nogueira is leaning against Beach and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the head but Beach blocks with his arms.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nogueira with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Nogueira lands a body punch.
Nogueira has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nogueira lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Beach.
Beach misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Nogueira utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Nogueira throws a knee to the head but misses.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Nogueira utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Nogueira with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Beach wants to get back to striking at distance but Nogueira won't allow it.
Nogueira with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Nogueira trying to land knees to the body.
Beach creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Beach lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Nogueira utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Nogueira lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Beach backwards.
Nogueira with a knee to the head.
Nogueira tries a body shot but Beach blocks it. #T2#
Beach looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nogueira misses with a punch to the body.
Beach misses with a short punch on the inside.
Beach makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Nogueira tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Beach throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Nogueira lands a knee to the head.
Nogueira tries a body shot but Beach blocks it.
Beach cracks Nogueira with a nice body shot.
Beach lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Beach tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Beach creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A right hook to the body lands for Nogueira .
Nogueira cracks Beach with a nice body shot.
Nogueira lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Beach backwards.
Beach managing to block the knees to the body from Nogueira .
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Beach avoids it.
A short right from Beach. #T3#
Beach takes a knee right on the jaw!
Nogueira blocks a body shot from Beach.
Nogueira tries to throw a body punch but Beach avoids it by throwing Nogueira back against the cage.
Nogueira trying to land knees to the body.
Nogueira lands with a left to the head.
Beach tries a body shot but Nogueira blocks it.
Beach swings wildly with an uppercut but Nogueira uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nogueira throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but Beach blocks it.
Nogueira takes an elbow to the forehead.
Nogueira using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Beach has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Beach lands a nice uppercut.
Beach misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Beach takes a knee right on the jaw!
Nogueira blocking some punches.
Beach tries to work over Nogueira 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nogueira lands a knee to the body.
Nogueira connects with a nasty looking knee right to Beach's face. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Beach struggles to land a body shot inside as Nogueira controls his hands. #BC#
Beach pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Beach pushes Nogueira up against the cage in a clinch.
Nogueira tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nogueira prevents a body shot from Beach.
Nogueira with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Nogueira using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Beach has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Beach blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Beach tries to throw a body punch but Nogueira avoids it by throwing Beach back against the cage.
Beach avoiding damage as Nogueira throws knees to the body.
Beach lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Beach lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Beach misses with a body punch.
Beach can't find room to land a body shot as Nogueira controls the action.
Beach pushes Nogueira back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Nogueira 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anderson Nogueira showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Nogueira tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Beach lands with an uppercut that bounces Nogueira off the cage and back into range.
Nogueira moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Anderson Nogueira is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Beach feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Nogueira s jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Beach scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Nogueira is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Nogueira rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Beach moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#CL#
Beach gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Beach lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nogueira backwards.
Beach lands a body shot in the clinch.
Beach lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Nogueira doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nogueira looking to throw knees to the head but Beach is blocking nicely.
Nogueira takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Beach tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nogueira 's elbow.
A nice left hand lands by Beach.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Beach.
Beach tries to work over Nogueira 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Beach struggles to land a body shot inside as Nogueira controls his hands. #T1#
Nogueira scores with a hook to the body.
Beach misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Beach misses with a body punch.
Beach lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Nogueira misses with a short punch on the inside.
Beach misses with a punch to the body.
Beach tries a body shot but Nogueira blocks it.
Nogueira gets through Beach's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nogueira misses with a knee strike.
Nogueira trying to land knees to the body.
Beach swings wildly with an uppercut but Nogueira uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nogueira misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nogueira misses with a punch on the inside.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the head but Beach blocks with his arms.
A body shot lands from Beach.
Nogueira with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Beach lands with a light punch inside. #BC#
Beach breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Sammy Beach has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Beach takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#CL#
Nogueira gets tackled into the cage by Beach. Beach maintains the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Beach.
Beach misses with a hook from the clinch.
Beach struggles to land a body shot inside as Nogueira controls his hands. #BC#
Beach breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Beach throws the left hand but Nogueira avoids the punch easily.
Nogueira unleashes a big counter combination but Beach bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#CL#
Beach clinches up against the cage.
Beach lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Beach tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Beach working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Nogueira scores with a nice short uppercut.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the head but Beach blocks with his arms.
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but Beach blocks it.
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Nogueira throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Beach blocks it with crossed arms.
Beach avoiding damage as Nogueira throws knees to the body.
Beach lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Nogueira .
Beach lands an elbow inside. #T3#
Beach pushes Nogueira back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Beach lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Nogueira or not.
Beach lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Beach tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nogueira with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Nice body punch from Beach - that landed with a thud.
Beach working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Nogueira blocks a body shot from Beach.
Beach lands a body shot.
Beach scores with a shot to the side of Nogueira 's head. #ROC#Nogueira is rocked!
A short uppercut from Beach.
Nogueira is still on wobbly legs! Can Beach finish him?
Clinched against the cage, Beach lands a big elbow that drops Nogueira ! The ref dives in to save him from more shots - Nogueira is complaining that he's OK but he was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:42 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sammy Beach!
Sammy Beach decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 258     
Date:   Jun 09, 2023
#R1#
Nogueira misses with a double jab.
Nogueira throws a left and a right that both miss #TD#
so Czarny Z Garbowa counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa drops back looking for a leg! Nogueira is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Nogueira manages to kick Czarny Z Garbowa off! Czarny Z Garbowa jumps back into Nogueira 's guard. #SUB2#
Nogueira looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Nogueira has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Czarny Z Garbowa can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Nogueira tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Czarny Z Garbowa passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Czarny Z Garbowa has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Nogueira is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#T1#
Czarny Z Garbowa has knee on belly and moves into mount. #SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Nogueira can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning. #SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Nogueira manages to avoid the submission attempt. #SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Nogueira is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Nogueira is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Czarny Z Garbowa's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Nogueira tries to get to full guard but Czarny Z Garbowa has control of the leg. #SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa is working for a kimura but Nogueira is defending it quite comfortably. #T2##SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Nogueira still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Nogueira has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Czarny Z Garbowa tries to improve position but can't.
Czarny Z Garbowa is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at ZuccoTraining Ground, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Czarny Z Garbowa struggling a bit here.
Czarny Z Garbowa is looking for a sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Czarny Z Garbowa sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T3#
Nogueira wants to control but Czarny Z Garbowa is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Nogueira pushes past his half guard into mount!
Nogueira prevents Czarny Z Garbowa from getting the reversal.
Nogueira tries to control but Czarny Z Garbowa wriggling away.
Czarny Z Garbowa is trying to escape the mount.
Czarny Z Garbowa gets back to half guard.#T4#
Czarny Z Garbowa is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Czarny Z Garbowa gets back to full guard.
Czarny Z Garbowa trying to control the position. #SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Nogueira trying to control the position from guard on top but Czarny Z Garbowa is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Nogueira has passed into half guard!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Zawisza Czarny Z Garbowa will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses #TD#
and Czarny Z Garbowa counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Nogueira is trying to get back to full guard.
Nogueira is pressing down on Czarny Z Garbowa's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa 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. #SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Czarny Z Garbowa is looking to advance position but Nogueira has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
Czarny Z Garbowa is trying desperately to improve position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Czarny Z Garbowa is squirming around, avoiding Nogueira 's attempts to control the action. #T1#
Czarny Z Garbowa tries to reverse the position but Nogueira maintains control.
Nogueira trying to control but Czarny Z Garbowa is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Czarny Z Garbowa sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Czarny Z Garbowa is staying active underneath Nogueira , who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Czarny Z Garbowa works his way to full guard. Good work.#T2##SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Nogueira has picked Czarny Z Garbowa up and slammed him! Czarny Z Garbowa can't keep hold of the triangle and Nogueira manages to pass to side control!
Czarny Z Garbowa is not content to let Nogueira control the position.
Zawisza Czarny Z Garbowa overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Czarny Z Garbowa manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa actively working from the bottom here.
Czarny Z Garbowa is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are battling for position here. Czarny Z Garbowa manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa working for a triangle but Nogueira defends it easily.
Czarny Z Garbowa will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Nogueira gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T3##SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa working for a triangle but Nogueira defends it easily.
Czarny Z Garbowa keeping moving, preventing Nogueira from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Nogueira avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Nogueira is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa looking for subs off his back but Nogueira has passed one foot through into half guard.
Czarny Z Garbowa wants to get back to full guard.
Czarny Z Garbowa trying to control from the bottom. #SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa looking for a kimura from the bottom but Nogueira passes into side control!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nogueira wants to stand but Czarny Z Garbowa is controlling his arm.
Czarny Z Garbowa is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Nogueira off and has taken his back!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Zawisza Czarny Z Garbowa will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Nogueira throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD#
and Czarny Z Garbowa counters with a single leg into guard. Nogueira didn't expect that.
Czarny Z Garbowa pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nogueira is keeping the position for now.
Czarny Z Garbowa passes into half guard.
Nogueira pushes Czarny Z Garbowa off looking to stand but Czarny Z Garbowa dives back in and keeps control. #SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa is looking for a kimura but Nogueira is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Czarny Z Garbowa to get the leverage.
Nogueira tries to roll over but Czarny Z Garbowa keeps him under control.#SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Nogueira is just riding it out for now. Czarny Z Garbowa eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Nogueira is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Czarny Z Garbowa pulls his head out easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nogueira is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Nogueira defends it well. #T1##SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa is looking for a kimura but Nogueira is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Czarny Z Garbowa to get the leverage. #SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa seems to be working for a kimura but Nogueira defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Nogueira moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Nogueira throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Czarny Z Garbowa tries to free his leg and advance position but Nogueira is retaining full guard. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Czarny Z Garbowa jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Nogueira is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Nogueira is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Czarny Z Garbowa is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Nogueira is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Nogueira looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Czarny Z Garbowa here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.#SUB2#
Nogueira is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Czarny Z Garbowa pushing down on Nogueira 's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa is trying to work for a kimura but Nogueira is defending well. #T3#
Nogueira wants to improve his position but Czarny Z Garbowa is controlling well.
Czarny Z Garbowa stops Nogueira from getting back to his feet. #SUB2#
Nogueira actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Nogueira looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Czarny Z Garbowa trying to mount his opponent but Nogueira defends it. #SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa seems to be working for a kimura but Nogueira defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa is working for a submission of some sort. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Nogueira is trying to stand back up but Czarny Z Garbowa is controlling him #SUB2#
Nogueira looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Nogueira wants to improve his position but Czarny Z Garbowa is controlling well. #SUB#
Czarny Z Garbowa is trying to work for a kimura but Nogueira is defending well.
Czarny Z Garbowa has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Anderson Nogueira has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Czarny Z Garbowa fails to move to back control.

And that's the end of the fight!
Zawisza Czarny Z Garbowa showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Czarny Z Garbowa, 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 28:29
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Zawisza Czarny Z Garbowa!

During a confident post fight interview, Zawisza Czarny Z Garbowa thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 251     
Date:   May 07, 2023
#R1#
Muller keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Nogueira .
Muller connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A punch combination from Muller misses.
Nogueira pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Muller swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nogueira misses with a double jab.
A punch combination from Nogueira misses.
Nogueira tries a head kick but it misses.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Muller thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nogueira defending well as Muller loads up on a big left hand.
Nogueira blocks a leg kick.
Nogueira throws a right and a left that both miss.
Muller pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nogueira went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Muller misses the jab.
Nogueira looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Muller blocks a head kick by Nogueira .
Nogueira throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Muller wants to slow Nogueira down by chopping away at his legs.
A big left from Nogueira misses.
Muller avoids the body shot from Nogueira .
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Muller misses with a straight left.
Nogueira takes a swing at Muller's ribcage but misses.
Muller cracks a nice hook into Nogueira 's ribs.
Nogueira avoids the body shot from Muller. #T1#
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses.
Nogueira tries a head kick but it misses.
Nogueira connects with a right hand. Muller shakes it off.
Anderson Nogueira is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Muller blocks a head kick by Nogueira .
Nogueira looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nogueira moves forwards but Muller connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Muller looks to score with a jab to the body but Nogueira is just out of range.
Muller jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nogueira lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #CUT#It looks like Stefan Muller has been cut.
Muller throws a big shot that misses.
Muller keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nogueira uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Muller.
Nogueira swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Muller lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Nogueira takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Muller slips a jab and a cross from Nogueira .
Nogueira throws a hook but Muller avoids it easily.
Nogueira on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Muller throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nogueira sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nogueira misses with a body shot.
Nogueira takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #T2#
Muller dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Nogueira . That did some damage!
Muller throws out a leg kick but Nogueira moves out of range and Muller only half commits.
Nogueira misses with a head kick.
Muller slips a straight right by Nogueira .
Muller misses with a straight right.
Muller connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Nogueira momentarily.
Muller misses with a hook
and Nogueira counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nogueira bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses.
Nogueira fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Muller wants to counter with a clinch but Nogueira pushes him away.
Muller's jab looks to have found its range, popping Nogueira under the eye.
Muller misses with a left hand
and Nogueira counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Muller thinking.
Nogueira scores with a shot to the body.
Nogueira loads up on a big right hand but Muller slips the punch.
Muller blocks a head kick by Nogueira .
Nogueira checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Nogueira moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Nogueira avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jab, jab by Nogueira - just one landing.
Muller steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nogueira .#T3#
Nogueira looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Muller takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Muller throws an overhand right that lands on Nogueira 's shoulder, as Nogueira tries to avoid the shot.
Muller avoids the head kick by Nogueira .
A little jabbing left from Muller on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nogueira . Muller does a little dance to reset his feet.
Muller bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Muller is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Muller drops his hands momentarily and Nogueira takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Muller misses with an uppercut.
Muller misses with a body shot.
Muller blocks a head kick by Nogueira .
Muller feints and then cracks Nogueira 's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Nogueira down.
Muller moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Good exchange - Nogueira coming out on top.
Muller throws a leg kick that misses.
Muller throws a jab but it's blocked by Nogueira .
Nogueira pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nogueira thows a left - swing and a miss!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nogueira throws a body punch but Muller moves out of range.
Nogueira throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nogueira misses with a hook.#T4#
A swing and a miss from Muller.
Nogueira ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A head kick misses from Nogueira .
Muller thuds his right hand into Nogueira 's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Muller lands with an overhand left.
Nogueira fails to land with a series of punches.
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nogueira throws a looping overhand right but Muller ducks down to avoid it.
A jab lands there for Nogueira .
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses.
Nogueira misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sloppy strikes from Nogueira . Those never looked like landing.
Muller throws a nice outside leg kick.
Nogueira lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nogueira drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Muller fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Nogueira is out of range. #TD2#
Muller changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Nogueira looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Muller creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Nogueira manages to get back to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anderson Nogueira dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Stefan Muller's cut.
That's time! Nogueira 's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Muller comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Muller swings for the body but Nogueira moves out of range.
Anderson Nogueira is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Muller scores with a nice right hand.
No joy there for Nogueira , who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Nogueira connects with a crisp jab.
Nogueira throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Muller.
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Muller tries to counter with a clinch but Nogueira shakes him off and moves away.
Nogueira throws a nice looking combination but Muller bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Nogueira ducks under a wild hook from Muller.
Nogueira thinks about countering with a head kick.
Nogueira ducks right into an uppercut from Muller.
Muller throws a leg kick but Nogueira sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Nogueira will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Nice defenses there by Nogueira .
Nogueira lands a jab-cross combination.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nogueira changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Muller lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Jab, jab by Muller - just one landing.
Muller throws an overhand right that lands on Nogueira 's shoulder, as Nogueira tries to avoid the shot.
Muller drops his hands momentarily and Nogueira takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Nogueira scores with a one two! Muller had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #T1#
Muller jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Muller throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Nogueira stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Nogueira slips under a jab from Muller.
Nogueira plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Muller swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nogueira lands with a cross.
Anderson Nogueira is winning the standup battle so far.
Muller blocks a head kick by Nogueira .
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses.
Muller scores with a punch to the head.
Muller blocks a jab.
Nogueira thuds a left hand into Muller's body.
Nogueira throws a series of strikes that have Muller backpedaling.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nogueira steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Muller.
Nogueira throws a body shot but no joy.
Muller blocks a jab.
Nogueira throws a body punch but Muller moves out of range.
Muller throws an overhand right that lands on Nogueira 's shoulder, as Nogueira tries to avoid the shot.
Nogueira throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Muller.
Nogueira uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Muller.#T2#
Muller throws out a loose jab but Nogueira uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nogueira blocks a jab.
Nogueira checks a leg kick.
Nogueira misses with the combination.
Nogueira tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Muller tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nogueira was well out of range. Poor timing from Muller.
Nogueira throws a big counter combination but Muller scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
No joy there for Muller, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Nogueira misses with a series of wild punches.
Stefan Muller seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Muller throws a jab but it's blocked by Nogueira .
Nogueira 's corner calls for a 1-2. Nogueira obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Nogueira throws a head kick but Muller moves out of range.
Nogueira checks the leg kick.
Nogueira staying out of range there.
Muller scores with a punch to the head.
Nogueira throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Muller on the side of the head. #CUT#That has opened up Stefan Muller's cut even more.
Muller drops his hands momentarily and Nogueira takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Muller uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Nogueira .
Nogueira throws a sloppy head kick and Muller moves out of range easily. #T3#
Nogueira misses with an uppercut. Muller saw that one coming.
Muller throws the left hand but Nogueira avoids the punch easily.
Muller misses the jab.
A slow jab from Muller misses its intended target.
A little feinted left hand from Nogueira on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Muller pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Muller avoids the head kick by Nogueira .
Muller throws an overhand right that lands on Nogueira 's shoulder, as Nogueira tries to avoid the shot.
Nogueira goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Nogueira throws a head kick but Muller moves out of range.
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses.
Muller lands a leg kick that knocks Nogueira off balance momentarily.
Muller misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
As Muller looks to move away, Nogueira throws a big counter combo but Muller just gets out of the way.
Muller scores with a crisp jab that stopped Nogueira in his tracks.
A cross from Muller lands.
Muller throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Danga de danga de dang - Nogueira scores with a four punch combination!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Muller lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Muller lands with a cross.
Nogueira misses with a head kick. #T4##TD2#
Muller fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Nogueira to the ground. Muller is now in Nogueira 's guard.#SUB#
Nogueira escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Muller gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Muller content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Muller must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Nogueira throws his legs up looking for a submission but Muller uses it to pass to side control.
Nogueira takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Nogueira takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Muller scoring with punches from side control.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Muller landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Muller is working Nogueira over with some ground and pound from side control.
Nogueira is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Muller off and has taken his back!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Anderson Nogueira will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Stefan Muller'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#
Nogueira throws a series of punches but Muller moves out of range.
Nogueira throws a sloppy head kick and Muller moves out of range easily.
A clash of legs there as Nogueira blocks the low kick.
Muller misses with a hook. Nogueira ducked under it nicely.
Nogueira moves away from the strike by Muller.
Nogueira misses with a series of wild punches.
Muller looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A looping hook to the body misses from Muller. Nogueira does a little dance to reset his feet.
The fighters circle momentarily. Nogueira darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Nogueira moves out of range of the leg kick from Muller.
Nogueira throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Nogueira walks into a jab.
Nogueira takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Nogueira checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nogueira uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Muller.
Nogueira throws a big counter combination but Muller scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Muller lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Nogueira moves out of range of the strikes.
Muller throws a jab when Nogueira was well out of range.
Nogueira throws a series of punches but Muller avoids them all with ease.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Muller lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T1#
Nogueira lands a body shot.
Muller misses with a body shot.
Nogueira tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A head kick misses from Nogueira .
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Nogueira misses with a few strikes there.
Muller throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nogueira sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A nice inside leg kick there by Muller. That's going to slow Nogueira down.
Nogueira misses with a straight right.
Muller lands a really nice looking cross but Nogueira seems unphased.
Nogueira takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Muller showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Nogueira .
Nogueira lands with a cross.
A head kick misses from Nogueira .
A big right from Muller misses.
Nogueira looks to throw the jab but Muller is out of range.
Nogueira throws a sloppy head kick and Muller moves out of range easily.
Nogueira is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Nogueira fails to land with a series of punches. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A good leg kick by Muller.
A head kick misses from Muller.
Nogueira looks to throw the jab but Muller is out of range.
Muller looks to throw the jab but Nogueira is out of range.
Muller throws out a loose jab but Nogueira uses good head movement to avoid it.
Muller looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Nogueira tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Good standup being displayed there by Muller as he connects with a hook.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Nogueira .
Nogueira takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Muller swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Nogueira scores with a jab to the head.
Nice defenses there by Muller.
Muller throws a leg kick but Nogueira moved away.
Muller throws a big shot that misses.
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses.
A punch lands to the side of Nogueira 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Nogueira throws a head kick but Muller moves out of range. #T3#
Nogueira uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Muller has time to react.
Nogueira ducks under a wild hook from Muller.
Muller lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Nogueira avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nogueira misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Muller.
Nogueira checks a leg kick.
Nogueira scores with a shot to the body.
Muller misses with a straight right.
Muller moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Muller ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nogueira moves away.
Nogueira throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Muller takes one on the button.
Nogueira scores with the left hand. Muller knows he should have avoided that one.
Nogueira keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Muller throws an overhand right that lands on Nogueira 's shoulder, as Nogueira tries to avoid the shot.
That kick from Muller tenderised Nogueira 's leg. Nogueira is trying to keep his angry face on.
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses.
A big right from Nogueira misses.
Nogueira throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Muller.
Muller has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T4#
Muller connects with a good right hand that stumbles Nogueira . Nogueira circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Nogueira stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Muller.
Nogueira misses with a wild combination.
Nogueira ducks under a wild hook from Muller.
Muller blocks a head kick by Nogueira .
Nogueira defending well as Muller loads up on a big left hand.
Muller throws a lazy right hand but Nogueira sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nogueira misses with a series of wild punches.
Nogueira pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Muller lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Good shot there by Muller.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nogueira pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Muller swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Muller connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Nogueira avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Muller ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nogueira moves away.
Stefan Muller has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Muller misses with a straight left.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Stefan Muller.
I think Nogueira has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Anderson Nogueira !

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 246     
Date:   Apr 16, 2023
#R1#
Chestner throws out a loose jab but Nogueira uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nogueira lands a head kick!
Chestner throws a lazy right hand but Nogueira sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nice shot lands for Nogueira .
Chestner throws a body punch but Nogueira moves out of range.
Nogueira throws a right hand that Chestner ducks under and follows up with a left that Chestner also avoids with ease.
Nogueira scores with a jab to the head.
Chestner staying out of range there.
Chestner seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Chestner misses with an uppercut
and Nogueira counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A head kick by Nogueira misses
and Chestner connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Chestner avoids the head kick by Nogueira .
It looked like Chestner was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Nogueira misses with a combination
and Chestner counters with a straight right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Chestner throws a body shot but no joy.
Nogueira throws a one two combo.
Nogueira throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T1#
Nogueira pulls out of a head kick attempt.
It looked like Chestner was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Nogueira .
A shot to the liver by Nogueira . Beautiful body shot.
A head kick misses from Nogueira .
Nogueira tries a head kick but it misses.
Nogueira throws an off balance right hand
and Nogueira takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nogueira throws a sloppy head kick and Chestner moves out of range easily.
Chestner slips a jab and a cross from Nogueira .
A combination from Nogueira does no damage.
Nogueira bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Chestner's head.
Chestner cracks Nogueira with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Nogueira misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nogueira throws a predictable looking body shot #TD#
and Chestner counters with a takedown into side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nogueira manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Chestner trying to control from the bottom. #T2#
Chestner is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Nogueira tries to pass the half guard into mount. Chestner knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Nogueira with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Chestner is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Chestner moves into full guard. #T3#
Nogueira stays in close to Chestner's body and controls the position.
Chestner not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB#
Chestner had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Nogueira defends it easily.#SUB#
Chestner pushes a forearm under Nogueira 's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Nogueira is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Brad Chestner!
A very excited looking Brad Chestner rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 241     
Date:   Mar 25, 2023
#R1#
Nogueira rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tacoronte moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#CL2#
Nogueira rushes Tacoronte and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Nogueira misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nogueira tries a body shot but Tacoronte blocks it. #BC#
Tacoronte breaks the clinch.
Nogueira tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Nogueira tries to clinch but Tacoronte moves out of range.
Tacoronte with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Nogueira to score with a decent uppercut.
Nogueira misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #CL#
Tacoronte moves into the clinch successfully.
Tacoronte taking a breather.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nogueira .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tacoronte lands a hook to the side of the head.
With the fighters up against the cage, Nogueira throws an elbow but misses.
Nogueira creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Tacoronte managing to block the knees to the body from Nogueira .
Nogueira creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #T1#
Nogueira misses with the head strike.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Tacoronte avoids it.
Nogueira misses with some punches.
Tacoronte pushes Nogueira back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Nogueira misses with some punches.
Nogueira doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tacoronte goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A body shot lands from Tacoronte.
Tacoronte misses with some punches.
Nogueira throws a punch but it's blocked by Tacoronte.
Nogueira tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tacoronte avoiding damage as Nogueira throws knees to the body.
Nogueira lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Tacoronte effectively controlling the action here.
Tacoronte lands a hook that snaps the head of Nogueira backwards. #TD#
Tacoronte pulls guard. #SUB#
Tacoronte working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Nogueira doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Nogueira manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Nogueira preventing the sweep. #T2#
Tacoronte wants to improve his position but instead Nogueira has moved into half guard.
Nogueira missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Tacoronte wants to improve his position but Nogueira is controlling well.
Tacoronte is trying to maintain the position but Nogueira is very close to passing his half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tacoronte desperately trying to maintain half guard. #T3#
Tacoronte has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Nogueira is working away from the top position though.
Nogueira perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Nogueira prevents Tacoronte from improving his position.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Nogueira is pressing down on Tacoronte's thigh, looking to free his foot. Tacoronte is holding on for now. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Tacoronte is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Nogueira passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Tacoronte!
Nogueira controlling from mount.
Tacoronte tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nogueira trying to control but he's not successful this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anderson Nogueira dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Nogueira tries to clinch up
and Tacoronte counters with a stiff right hand.
Nogueira fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tacoronte appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Tacoronte thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nogueira tries to clinch up
and Tacoronte counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tacoronte is looking to land body kicks.
Nogueira unleashes a big counter combination but Tacoronte bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Nogueira misses with a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nogueira tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tacoronte swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nogueira tries to clinch up.
Nogueira blocks a head kick by Tacoronte. #CL2#
Nogueira has closed the distance and engaged Tacoronte in a clinch.
Tacoronte trying to stall but Nogueira improves his position. #T1#
Tacoronte lands with a right to the head.
Nogueira missing with knees to the body.
A short right from Nogueira .
Nogueira misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tacoronte blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tacoronte misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tacoronte blocks an uppercut.
Tacoronte lands a right hand.
Tacoronte tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tacoronte taking a breather.
Tacoronte blocks an elbow strike from Nogueira .
Nogueira throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Tacoronte blocks it with crossed arms.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tacoronte creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Nogueira misses with the head strike.
Nogueira blocks a body shot from Tacoronte.
A right hook to the body lands for Nogueira .
Nogueira tries to land knees in the clinch but Tacoronte avoids the damage to the body. #T2#
Tacoronte misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nogueira can't find room to land a body shot as Tacoronte controls the action.
Tacoronte misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nogueira tries to throw a body punch but Tacoronte avoids it by throwing Nogueira back against the cage.
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but Tacoronte blocks it.
Tacoronte on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tacoronte has Nogueira pushed against the cage.
Tacoronte just leaning against Nogueira , taking a breather.
Nogueira is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Tacoronte is defending well for now.
Nogueira working aggressively here.
Anderson Nogueira seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Tacoronte scores with a shoulder strike.
Tacoronte blocks a body shot from Nogueira .
Nogueira throws a punch but it's blocked by Tacoronte.
Nogueira misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tacoronte blocks an elbow strike from Nogueira .
Nogueira blocks a body shot from Tacoronte.
Tacoronte blocks an elbow strike.
Tacoronte on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #T3#
A right handed body shot lands from Tacoronte.
Nogueira throws a punch but it's blocked by Tacoronte.
Tacoronte blocks the elbow strike.
Nogueira tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tacoronte's elbow.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Nogueira .
Nogueira lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tacoronte or not.
Tacoronte misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tacoronte tries to throw a body punch but Nogueira avoids it by throwing Tacoronte back against the cage.
Nogueira pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nogueira .
Nogueira tries to throw a body punch but Tacoronte avoids it by throwing Nogueira back against the cage.
Tacoronte tries to pull guard but Nogueira forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Tacoronte slows down the pace here.
Good body shot from Tacoronte.
Tacoronte lands a left hand.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Tacoronte takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. #T4#
Nogueira scores with a knee to the head.
Nogueira lands a hook that snaps the head of Tacoronte backwards.
Tacoronte lands a shoulder strike.
Tacoronte tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
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!
Nogueira can't find room to land a body shot as Tacoronte controls the action.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Tacoronte avoids it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tacoronte.
With the fighters up against the cage, Nogueira throws an elbow but misses.
Nogueira working aggressively here.
Nogueira with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Tacoronte will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Nogueira up against the cage.
Nogueira misses with a punch on the inside.
Nogueira trying to land knees to the body. #BC#
Tacoronte breaks from the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Anderson Nogueira will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Nogueira tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Saúl Tacoronte has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nogueira tries to clinch up.
Tacoronte thinks about countering with a body kick.
Nogueira pulls out of a head kick attempt. #CL#
Tacoronte closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Nogueira lands a good knee to the midsection. Tacoronte won't want to take too many of those.
Tacoronte lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tacoronte tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Still in the clinch, Tacoronte scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tacoronte blocks a body shot from Nogueira .
Nogueira has Tacoronte pressed against the cage, preventing Tacoronte from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Tacoronte blocks the elbow strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Tacoronte manages to break the clinch.
Tacoronte gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Nogueira .
Nogueira fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
It looked like Tacoronte was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Nogueira .
Nogueira keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tacoronte.
Tacoronte circles away from the clinch attempt. #T1#
Nogueira misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tacoronte scores with a punch to the head.
Nogueira doesn't manage to clinch there - Tacoronte circles away.
Tacoronte circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nogueira tries to clinch there but Tacoronte circles away.
Tacoronte is looking to counter punch.
Anderson Nogueira seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Saúl Tacoronte is winning the standup battle so far.
Nogueira fails in his attempt to clinch.
Nogueira fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Nogueira clinches with his opponent.
Nogueira lands a good knee to the midsection. Tacoronte won't want to take too many of those.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Nogueira as Tacoronte tries to tie him up.
Nogueira working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #T2#
Tacoronte dodges an elbow strike from Nogueira .
Nogueira misses with some punches.
Tacoronte is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Tacoronte blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nogueira has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the head but Tacoronte blocks with his arms.
Nogueira unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Tacoronte misses with some punches.
Nogueira letting Tacoronte take a breather here.
Nogueira throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nogueira throws a knee to the head but misses.
Nogueira with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Tacoronte stalls.
Nogueira misses with some punches.
Tacoronte blocks an elbow strike.#T3#
Nogueira putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Tacoronte in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Nogueira tries a body shot but Tacoronte blocks it.
Nogueira tries a body shot but Tacoronte blocks it.
Nogueira stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Nogueira misses with an elbow strike.
Nogueira misses with a punch on the inside.
Nogueira lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC#
Tacoronte escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nogueira catches Tacoronte with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Tacoronte throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nogueira lands with a nice combination. Tacoronte backs away looking to recover.
Nogueira is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Nogueira tries to clinch there but Tacoronte circles away.
Good exchange - Nogueira coming out on top.#T4#
Nogueira swings widly with a right hand
and Tacoronte cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nogueira uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tacoronte.
Tacoronte defending well as Nogueira loads up on a big left hand.
Tacoronte takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Nogueira takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Nogueira lands with a nice combination. Tacoronte backs away looking to recover.
Nogueira doesn't manage to clinch there - Tacoronte circles away.
Nogueira throws a nice head kick!
Nice defenses there by Nogueira .
Nogueira scores with a jab. Tacoronte acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Nogueira tries to close the distance and clinch but Tacoronte swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Nogueira lands a nice shot to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Anderson Nogueira comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Nogueira 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 27:30
Judge James Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Anderson Nogueira !

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 234     
Date:   Feb 25, 2023
#R1#
Fitzsimmons misses the shot to the body.
Fitzsimmons moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromNogueira .
Fitzsimmons is looking to chop away at Nogueira 's legs.
Nogueira throws a sloppy head kick and Fitzsimmons moves out of range easily. #CL2#
Nogueira drives through and clinches with Fitzsimmons against the cage.
Fitzsimmons softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Fitzsimmons misses with a punch to the body.
Nogueira has a couple of punches blocked by Fitzsimmons.
Nogueira lands a body shot in the clinch.
Fitzsimmons working aggressively here.
Fitzsimmons blocks the elbow strike.
Nogueira using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
A right hand to the body from Nogueira .
Fitzsimmons is breathing heavily.
Nogueira lands a nice elbow. #CUT2#It looks like Sol Fitzsimmons has been cut.
Nogueira digs a right hand into Fitzsimmons's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Fitzsimmons's gas tank.
Nogueira softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Nogueira throws an elbow but it misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nogueira lands a body shot.
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but Fitzsimmons blocks it.
Nogueira landing some nice looking knees to the body.
A right handed body shot lands from Nogueira .
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Nogueira creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Nogueira pushes off an throws an elbow but Fitzsimmons leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.#T1#
Nogueira blocks an elbow strike from Fitzsimmons.
Nogueira has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Fitzsimmons seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Nogueira can turn it around.
Nogueira lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Nogueira creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Nogueira using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Nogueira lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Nogueira creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Nogueira with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Nogueira scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Nogueira goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nogueira lands a right hand that snaps the head of Fitzsimmons backwards.
Fitzsimmons tries to work over Nogueira 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short uppercut from Nogueira . #ROC2#Fitzsimmons is rocked!
A short right hand to the side of the head by Nogueira .
Oh Fitzsimmons is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nogueira using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Nogueira throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Fitzsimmons seems to have got his legs back now.
Nogueira pushes Fitzsimmons back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A right hook to the body lands for Nogueira .
Fitzsimmons blocks the elbow strike.
Nogueira scores with a shoulder strike.
Nogueira misses with a knee strike.
Nogueira lands a shoulder strike. #T2#
Nogueira stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Nogueira is working Fitzsimmons over against the cage.
Nogueira pushes Fitzsimmons back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Still in the clinch, Nogueira scores with a nice short uppercut.
Knees in the clinch landing for Nogueira .
Nogueira lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A short uppercut from Nogueira .
Nogueira unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Nogueira lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Nice body punch from Nogueira .
Fitzsimmons avoids a wild elbow strike from Nogueira .
Nogueira misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Fitzsimmons.
A hook to the body from Nogueira .
Nogueira lands a knee to the body.
Nogueira lands a good knee to the midsection. Fitzsimmons won't want to take too many of those.
Nogueira lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nogueira scores with a knee to the head.
Nogueira throws a big uppercut that drops Fitzsimmons! More strikes from Nogueira and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Fitzsimmons lies dazed against the cage as Nogueira celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Anderson Nogueira !

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 227     
Date:   Jan 28, 2023
#R1#
Robinson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nogueira moves away.#CL2#
Nogueira takes the fight into the clinch.
Nogueira lands a nice uppercut.
Robinson's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Robinson is working for takedown but Nogueira is calmly controlling the position for now.
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but Robinson blocks it.
Nogueira trying to land knees to the body.
A body shot lands from Nogueira .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nogueira throws an elbow but it misses.
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but Robinson blocks it.
Robinson dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
A short left from Nogueira . #T1#
Robinson avoids a wild elbow strike from Nogueira .#TD#
Robinson turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Nogueira tries to improve position but can't.
Nogueira manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Nogueira moves into full guard. #SUB2#
Robinson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Robinson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Nogueira keeping moving, preventing Robinson from controlling successfully. #SU#
Robinson gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #T2#
Robinson misses with a body punch
enabling Nogueira to counter with a crisp jab.
Nogueira tries to clinch but Robinson moves out of range.
Nogueira tries to close the distance and clinch but Robinson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Robinson is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Robinson definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Nogueira misses with a hook to the ribs.
Robinson blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Robinson avoiding damage as Nogueira throws knees to the body. #TD#
Robinson lands a nice trip takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Nogueira looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Nogueira is pressing down on Robinson's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T3##SUB2#
Nogueira is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Nogueira wants to stand but Robinson is controlling the position.
Robinson chips away with some ground and pound.
Robinson tries to free his leg and advance position but Nogueira is retaining full guard.
Robinson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2#
Nogueira has his foot on Robinson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Robinson works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Nogueira throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Robinson escapes and throws Nogueira 's legs to the side, diving into side control!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#T4#
Nogueira manages to work his way to half guard, despite Robinson's best efforts.#SUB#
Robinson is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Nogueira doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Robinson. #SUB#
Robinson is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Nogueira missing with punches from the bottom.
Robinson lands strikes from half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anderson Nogueira dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##CL2#
Nogueira has managed to clinch.
Nogueira lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Nogueira .
A left hand lands to the body for Nogueira .
Robinson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nogueira looking to throw knees to the head but Robinson is blocking nicely.
Nogueira gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Robinson.
Robinson avoiding damage as Nogueira throws knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robinson blocks an elbow strike from Nogueira .
Nogueira throws a head punch that misses.
Nogueira lands with a short shot to the head.
Nogueira landing knees to the head. #CUT2#It looks like CJ Robinson has been cut.
Nogueira has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Robinson blocks an elbow strike.
A left hand lands to the body for Nogueira .
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Nogueira scores with a knee to the head. #ROC2#Robinson is rocked!
Nogueira lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Oh Robinson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but Robinson blocks it.
Nogueira dips a shoulder and cracks Robinson with a mighty uppercut! Robinson falls back against the cage and Nogueira unloads with a barrage of strikes! Robinson is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Nogueira screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Anderson Nogueira !

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 210     
Date:   Dec 02, 2022
#R1#
Nogueira swings widly with a right hand #TD#
and Thai counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB#
Thai is trying for a kimura here. Nogueira looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Thai wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Wille Thai!

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 203     
Date:   Nov 13, 2022
#R1##CL#
Smash Machine gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Smash Machine avoids it.
Nogueira blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Smash Machine blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Smash Machine. #TD#
Smash Machine gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Smash Machine seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Nogueira does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Smash Machine 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.#SUB2#
Nogueira looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Smash Machine seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Nogueira actively working from the bottom here.
Nogueira tries to roll over but Smash Machine keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smash Machine is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Nogueira is looking to escape.#T1##SUB2#
Nogueira actively working from the bottom here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Smash Machine content to control rather than advance.
Smash Machine is trying to control. Nogueira wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Nogueira looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Smash Machine is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Nogueira doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Smash Machine. #SUB#
Smash Machine is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Smash Machine is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Smash Machine will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Smash Machine is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nogueira sees it coming and defends easily.
Smash Machine looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Nogueira is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Smash Machine is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T3#
Smash Machine tries to pass to full mount but Nogueira defends it.
Smash Machine passes the guard and advances to mount!
Smash Machine trying to control but Nogueira is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Smash Machine is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Nogueira can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Smash Machine trying to control but Nogueira is having none of it.
Nogueira is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #T4#
Smash Machine moves to take his opponent's back. #SUB#
Smash Machine is looking for the choke from the back position but Nogueira is controlling his hands well.
Nogueira rolls, trying to escape but Smash Machine keeps control of the position. #SUB#
Smash Machine is looking for the choke from the back position but Nogueira is controlling his hands well.
Smash Machine trying to control momentarily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nogueira rolls, trying to escape but Smash Machine keeps control of the position. #SUB#
Smash Machine is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Nogueira defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Clinch King Smash Machine dominated that round.
That's time! Smash Machine's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Nogueira swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#CL2#
Nogueira has taken the fight to the clinch.
Smash Machine on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Nogueira is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Smash Machine is defending well for now.
Nogueira stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Nogueira doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Nogueira just misses with a elbow thrown towards Smash Machine's brow.
Nogueira digs a right hand into Smash Machine's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Smash Machine's gas tank.
Nogueira lands a nice knee to the body.
Smash Machine blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Nogueira lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Smash Machine backwards.
Nogueira softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Smash Machine blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nogueira scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Nogueira throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Smash Machines head.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Smash Machine is trying to pull guard but Nogueira has him pressed against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nogueira throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Nogueira lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Smash Machine with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Nogueira can't find room to land a body shot as Smash Machine controls the action. #T1#
Nogueira cracks Smash Machine with a nice body shot.
Nogueira lands a shot to the body.
Nogueira landing knees to the body.
Nogueira throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Smash Machines head.
Nogueira working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A short right from Nogueira .
Nogueira lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Smash Machine blocks the elbow strike.
Nogueira looking to throw knees to the head but Smash Machine is blocking nicely.
A nice left hand lands by Nogueira .
Nogueira gets underhooks to prevent Smash Machine's takedown attempt.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Nogueira .
Nogueira tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nogueira lands with a right to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nogueira misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Smash Machine.
Smash Machine connects with a nasty looking knee right to Nogueira 's face.
Anderson Nogueira seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Nogueira looks to throw an elbow but misses.
With the fighters up against the cage, Smash Machine throws an elbow but misses.
Nogueira misses with an elbow strike.
Nogueira dodges an elbow strike from Smash Machine. #T2#
Nogueira lands a nice uppercut.
Smash Machine managing to block the knees to the body from Nogueira .
Nogueira misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nogueira avoids the elbow strike from Smash Machine, against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Nogueira .
Nogueira is working Smash Machine over against the cage.
A short uppercut from Nogueira . #TD#
Smash Machine gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Nogueira will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Nogueira looking to hit a scissor sweep but Smash Machine is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Nogueira is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Smash Machine frees his head nicely. Oh but Nogueira has switched to an armbar! Smash Machine is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Anderson Nogueira !
In defeat, Clinch King Smash Machine stepped up to the mic, saying 'I want to thank the fans for the support! We'll be back stronger!'.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 194     
Date:   Oct 15, 2022
#R1#
Ribbit misses with a wild body shot. #CL2#
Nogueira clinches up with Ribbit and pushes him back against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Nogueira creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Nogueira landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
A left hand lands to the body for Nogueira .
Nogueira throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Ribbit blocks it with crossed arms.
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but Ribbit blocks it.
Ribbit blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nogueira blocks a body shot from Ribbit.
Nogueira fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Ribbit avoids it.
Nogueira creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Nogueira missing with knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nogueira lands a body shot in the clinch.
Ribbit lands a nice uppercut.
Nogueira landing knees to the body.
Ribbit is breathing heavily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ribbit blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Nogueira landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Nogueira lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Ribbit.#T1#
Nogueira lands with a left to the head.
Nogueira lands a hook that snaps the head of Ribbit backwards.
Nogueira lands an elbow just above Ribbit 's eye. #CUT2#It looks like Frog Ribbit has been cut.
Nogueira missing with knees to the body.
Ribbit doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nogueira throws a knee to the head but misses.
Nogueira throws a punch but it's blocked by Ribbit.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the head but Ribbit blocks with his arms.
Nogueira lands with a light punch inside.
Nogueira lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ribbit backwards.
Nogueira misses with a knee strike.
Ribbit is looking to break free of the clinch but Nogueira has double underhooks.
Nogueira scores with a nice hook to the head.
Ribbit tries to circle away but Nogueira has him pinned against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ribbit.
Nogueira lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ribbit backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ribbit dodges an elbow strike from Nogueira .
Nogueira lands a body punch in the clinch.
Nogueira digs a right hand into Ribbit's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Ribbit's gas tank. #T2#
Ribbit blocks the elbow strike.
Nogueira blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ribbit avoids a wild elbow strike from Nogueira .
Nogueira misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Ribbit.
Ribbit avoids a wild elbow strike from Nogueira .
Nogueira lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Ribbit lands a nice uppercut.
Ribbit blocks a body shot from Nogueira .
Nogueira scores with a hook to the body.
Nogueira misses with a knee to the head.
Nogueira lands a shot to the body.
A right handed body shot lands from Nogueira .
Nogueira lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ribbit backwards.
Nogueira with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Nogueira lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Ribbit or not.
Knees in the clinch landing for Nogueira .
Nogueira gets through Ribbit's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nogueira digs a right hand underneath Ribbit's ribcage. Ribbit let out a lung full of air as it connected.#T3#
Nogueira lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Nogueira crunches a lovely knee into Ribbit's ribcage.
Ribbit takes a shot to the head.
Nogueira with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Nogueira lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Ribbit backwards.
Nogueira lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ribbit backwards.
A nice left hand lands by Nogueira .
Nogueira lands a left hand.
Nogueira blocks a body shot from Ribbit.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Nogueira creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #ROC2#Ribbit is rocked!
Ribbit blocks the elbow strike.
Oh Ribbit is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nogueira looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Ribbit seems to have got his legs back now.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nogueira creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #BC#
Ribbit manages to break the clinch.
Frog Ribbit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nogueira looks for a left high kick but can't connect. Nogueira backs up to catch a breather... no he lunges forward with a huge flying knee that smacks Ribbit's temple! It sends Ribbit violently to the canvas! The crowd goes nuts as Nogueira celebrates and the doctors try to help Ribbit!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Flying Knee). Anderson Nogueira !

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 183     
Date:   Sep 17, 2022
#R1#
The fight stays on the outside here - Nogueira looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Cruzeiro lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
A cross from Cruzeiro lands.
Cruzeiro has been working on his boxing with his coaches at House of 1000 Corpses in the buildup to the fight.
Nogueira wants to clinch.
Cruzeiro is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Nogueira moves out of range of the body kick from Cruzeiro.
Nogueira tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Cruzeiro paws at him with a jab and circles away.
No joy there for Cruzeiro, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Nogueira tries to clinch but Cruzeiro is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cruzeiro works Nogueira 's body with a nice hook.
Cruzeiro takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Cruzeiro ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nogueira slips under a jab.
Cruzeiro avoids the head kick by Nogueira . #T1#
Cruzeiro pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Cruzeiro lands a body shot.
Cruzeiro throws a leg kick but Nogueira moved away.
Nogueira defending well as Cruzeiro loads up on a big left hand.
Nogueira slips under a jab.
Cruzeiro swings away with a body shot that misses
and Nogueira cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Cruzeiro lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Cruzeiro lands a leg kick that knocks Nogueira off balance momentarily.
Cruzeiro jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nogueira is looking to clinch.
An inside leg kick lands from Cruzeiro.
Cruzeiro with a jab.
Cruzeiro misses with a straight right.
Nogueira wants to clinch.#T2#
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!
Cruzeiro takes a kick to the side of the head.
Cruzeiro does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
It seemed like Nogueira was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#CL2#
Nogueira has Cruzeiro up against the cage in a clinch.
Nogueira misses with an elbow strike.
Nogueira throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Cruzeiros head.
A right handed body shot lands from Cruzeiro.
Cruzeiro blocks the elbow strike.
Nogueira trying to land knees to the body. #BC#
Cruzeiro breaks the clinch.
Cruzeiro pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Cruzeiro. Nogueira shrugs it off though.
Cruzeiro throws a push kick but Nogueira slaps the foot to one side.
Nogueira closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Nogueira doesn't manage to clinch there - Cruzeiro circles away.
Cruzeiro jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Nogueira tries to clinch but Cruzeiro is having none of it. #T3#
Nogueira tries to close the distance and clinch but Cruzeiro swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Cruzeiro misses with a hook to the body
and Nogueira counters with a big head kick but Cruzeiro shrugs it off. #CUT2#It looks like Julio Cruzeiro has been cut.
Nogueira moves in looking to clinch but Cruzeiro pushes him off.
Cruzeiro was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Cruzeiro keeps the fight on the outside.
Nogueira uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cruzeiro.
Cruzeiro throws a body shot but no joy.
Cruzeiro misses with a lunging right hand
and Nogueira counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Cruzeiro takes a swing at Nogueira 's ribcage but misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Nogueira ! But no joy.
Nogueira is looking to clinch.
Cruzeiro throws a hook but Nogueira blocks it.
Nogueira appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Nogueira tries to clinch but Cruzeiro moves away
and Cruzeiro counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Cruzeiro lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Nogueira circles away quickly and effectively.
Nogueira appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Nogueira scores with a nice right hand.
Cruzeiro lands with a hook. Nogueira tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Cruzeiro getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cruzeiro throws a quick inside leg kick.
Cruzeiro punishes Nogueira 's body with a nice straight punch.
Nogueira ducks under a wild hook from Cruzeiro.
Cruzeiro looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Cruzeiro staying out of range there.
Cruzeiro throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nogueira sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nogueira throws a sloppy head kick and Cruzeiro moves out of range easily. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Nogueira lands a nice uppercut.
Nogueira blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Cruzeiro misses with some punches.
Nogueira lands a right hand that snaps the head of Cruzeiro backwards.
Nogueira blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Cruzeiro on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Cruzeiro lands on the inside with an uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Julio Cruzeiro dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Julio Cruzeiro's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Cruzeiro pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Cruzeiro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nogueira throws a fast counter high kick but Cruzeiro manages to duck under it in time.
Julio Cruzeiro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A big left from Cruzeiro misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Cruzeiro misses the target.
Nogueira swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A decent looking cross lands there for Cruzeiro.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Cruzeiro.
Cruzeiro circles away from the clinch attempt.
Cruzeiro walks into a straight right hand from Nogueira .
Cruzeiro misses the shot to the body.
Cruzeiro throws out a leg kick but Nogueira moves out of range and Cruzeiro only half commits.
Cruzeiro thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Nogueira if he has to take too many more of those.
Julio Cruzeiro is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cruzeiro connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Nogueira tries to clinch up.
Decent striking displayed by Cruzeiro there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nogueira walks straight into a right hand from Cruzeiro - that's dropped him! Cruzeiro jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save Nogueira from any more punishment! Nogueira complains about the stoppage but falls over as he tries to stand back up, so it was clearly a good stoppage.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Julio Cruzeiro!
Julio Cruzeiro decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

 

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 173     
Date:   Aug 20, 2022
#R1##TD#
Volkanovski darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Volkanovski slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB#
Volkanovski is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Nogueira misses with some strikes from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkanovski is taking a breather. Nogueira 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.
Volkanovski wants to free his trapped foot but Nogueira is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Volkanovski prevents Nogueira from improving his position.#T1#
Volkanovski content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nogueira is looking for a sweep. Volkanovski is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Volkanovski perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SU#
Volkanovski postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Nogueira to stand up.
Nogueira tries to close the distance and clinch but Volkanovski swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Volkanovski feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Nogueira s jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Volkanovski misses with a hook.
Volkanovski has been working on his boxing with his coaches at LAFC Training Center in the buildup to the fight.
Anderson Nogueira is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Volkanovski shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#T2#
A big right from Volkanovski misses.
Volkanovski dives in for a single leg takedown but Nogueira sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Nogueira appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#BC#
Volkanovski breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nogueira fails with an attempt to clinch.
Nogueira has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Volkanovski swats away the attempt to clinch by Nogueira .
Volkanovski lands the left hand.
A combination from Volkanovski does no damage.
Nogueira wants to clinch up but Volkanovski keeps it at a distance.
Nogueira tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Volkanovski misses with a few strikes there. #CL2#
Nogueira has closed the distance and engaged Volkanovski in a clinch. #T3#
Volkanovski tries to pull guard but Nogueira won't allow it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Aleksandar Volkanovski. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Nogueira .
Nogueira doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nogueira misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Volkanovski.
Nogueira lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Nogueira obliges.
Volkanovski is breathing heavily.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Nogueira creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Nogueira lands a knee to the body.
Nogueira pushes off an throws an elbow but Volkanovski leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Nogueira landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Nogueira scores with a shot to the side of Volkanovski's head.
Nogueira trying to land knees to the body.
A frustrated look appears on Volkanovski's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Volkanovski jumps guard but Nogueira stands there with Volkanovski around his waist. Volkanovski gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Nogueira .
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Volkanovski takes a knee to the side of the body.
Volkanovski dodges an elbow strike from Nogueira .
A quick uppercut on the inside from Nogueira .
Nogueira lands a knee to the body.
Nogueira misses with an elbow over the top.#T4#
Nogueira lands a damaging elbow. #CUT2#It looks like Aleksandar Volkanovski has been cut.
Nogueira lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Volkanovski blocks an elbow strike from Nogueira .
Nogueira lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nogueira lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Nogueira throws a knee to the head but misses.
Nogueira throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Volkanovskis head. #BC#
Volkanovski escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nogueira scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Nogueira wants to clinch.
Nogueira swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nogueira with a hook.#CL2#
Nogueira closes the distance and clinches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anderson Nogueira dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Aleksandar Volkanovski's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Volkanovski lands an overhand right.
Nogueira is looking to clinch.
Volkanovski jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Nogueira lands with a shot to the body. #CL2#
Nogueira has taken the fight to the clinch.
Anderson Nogueira seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Nogueira lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Volkanovski or not.
Volkanovski takes an elbow to the forehead.
Nogueira lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Volkanovski wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Knees to the body from Nogueira .
Nogueira lands with a light punch inside.
Nogueira lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Volkanovski backwards.
Nogueira lands with a left to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nogueira can't find room to land a body shot as Volkanovski controls the action.
Nogueira looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#BC#
Volkanovski breaks the clinch.
Nogueira lands a big head kick that sends Volkanovski to the canvas! Nogueira follows up with strikes from the mount that forces the ref to step in and stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Anderson Nogueira !

 

Event: CFC 502     
Date:   Jul 23, 2022
#R1#
Nogueira rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Picogram counter with a right hand.
Nogueira wants to clinch
letting Picogram counter with a right hand.
Nogueira tries to close the distance and clinch up but Picogram swats him away and circles back towards the center. #TD#
Picogram closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Picogram lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Picogram trying to control the position but Nogueira is working away.
Picogram scoring with punches and elbows.
Nogueira is looking for a sweep.
Nogueira looks to move to half guard but instead Picogram has passed into mount! Damn!
Picogram has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Nogueira 's face.
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!
Picogram putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Nogueira tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Picogram working Nogueira over with strikes here.
Picogram landing strikes from the mount and Nogueira is in trouble!
Nogueira is desperately trying to improve his position but Picogram has a good base and remains in mount.
Nogueira regains half guard.
Picogram landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #SUB2#
Nogueira looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Picogram is looking to stall here but Nogueira recovers full guard.
Nogueira tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Picogram throwing strikes from guard but Nogueira blocks nicely. #T2##SUB2#
Nogueira looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Nogueira is looking for a triangle here but Picogram uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Nogueira gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Nogueira is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Picogram scores with a couple of nice shots.
Nogueira is refusing to be controlled, as Picogram sits in half guard.
Nogueira wants to get back to full guard.
Picogram landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Picogram lands with a punch from half guard. #T3#
Nogueira taking some punishment here, with Picogram in his half guard.
Nogueira is looking for a sweep. Picogram is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Nogueira is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Picogram pulls his head out easily.
Nogueira wants to get back to full guard but Picogram has passed into side control.
Nogueira sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Picogram looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Nogueira with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Picogram lands strikes from half guard.#SUB2#
Nogueira looking for submissions off his back.
Picogram is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Nogueira is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Nogueira tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Picogram has advanced to mount. Uh oh. #T4#
Picogram cracks Nogueira with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Picogram controlling his opponent.
Picogram trying to control but Nogueira is having none of it.
Nogueira manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Nogueira is staying active underneath Picogram, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
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. Picogram connects with a nice short shot to Nogueira 's temple.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jonny Picogram dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Picogram scores with a hook.
Nogueira tries to clinch there but Picogram circles away.
Picogram avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Picogram throws a hook to the side of Nogueira 's head but Nogueira sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Picogram waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nogueira .
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses.
Nogueira wants to clinch
and Picogram cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nice straight punches there by Nogueira . You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Nogueira .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nogueira listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Picogram with a jab.
Picogram lands the left hand.
Nogueira takes one on the button.#T1#
Nogueira slips under a jab.
A cross from Picogram lands.
Picogram lands with an overhand left.#CL2#
Nogueira rushes Picogram and presses him up against the cage.
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but Picogram blocks it.
Nogueira lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Picogram.
Nogueira being controlled against the cage.
Nogueira lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nogueira throws a head punch that misses.
Picogram dodges an elbow strike from Nogueira .
Picogram is trying to stall. #T2#
Nogueira lands a right hand that snaps the head of Picogram backwards.
Our sources have told us that Picogram has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Picogram avoids a wild elbow strike from Nogueira .
Picogram taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Picogram stalling in the clinch but Nogueira improves position.
Nogueira has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Picogram seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Nogueira can turn it around.
Picogram drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Nogueira misses with a knee to the head.
Picogram is trying to stall.
Picogram is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nogueira can do to turn this around?
Nogueira has a couple of punches blocked by Picogram.
Nogueira looks to throw an elbow but misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Picogram.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Picogram blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T3#
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Nogueira just misses with a elbow thrown towards Picogram's brow.
Nogueira pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Picogram is trying to maintain a safe position but Nogueira gets an underhook and turns Picogram into the cage.
Nogueira throws a knee to the head but misses.
Picogram avoiding damage as Nogueira throws knees to the body.
Picogram is trying to stall.
Nogueira misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short left from Nogueira .
Nogueira tries to land knees in the clinch but Picogram avoids the damage to the body.
Nogueira has a couple of punches blocked by Picogram.
Knees in the clinch landing for Nogueira .
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Nogueira .
Nogueira utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Nogueira gets through Picogram's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T4#
Nogueira working Picogram over with knees to the body.
Picogram is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Nogueira works on Picogram's body with a couple of short punches.
Nogueira makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nogueira trying to land knees to the body.
Picogram is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Nogueira is keeping busy.
Nogueira lands a nice shot to the body.
Nogueira lands a nice knee to the body.
Still in the clinch, Nogueira scores with a nice short uppercut.
Nogueira misses with a body punch.
Nogueira lands with a right to the head.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Nogueira obliges.
Nogueira using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Picogram has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
A short right from Nogueira on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anderson Nogueira showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Picogram rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Nogueira counters with a nice uppercut. #CL2#
Picogram tries to keep at a distance but Nogueira has taken the fight into the clinch.
Nogueira with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Nogueira throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Nogueira throws a knee to the head but misses.
Anderson Nogueira seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Nogueira misses with an elbow over the top.
Nogueira landing knees to the body.
Picogram wants to stall.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nogueira lands an elbow just above Picogram 's eye. #CUT2#It looks like Jonny Picogram has been cut.
Nogueira with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Picogram is stalling here.
Nogueira scores with a nice hook to the head.#T1#
Nogueira works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A left hand lands to the body for Nogueira .
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
With the fighters up against the cage, Nogueira throws an elbow but misses.
Nogueira utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Nogueira lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Picogram takes a knee to the side of the body.
Nogueira presses Picogram against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Nogueira lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Nogueira lands a right hand. #ROC2#Picogram is rocked!
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Oh Picogram is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Nogueira misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Picogram.
Picogram seems to have got his legs back now.#T2##KD2#
Nogueira lands a big left hand right to the temple and Picogram goes down!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nogueira with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Nogueira is looking to take a break and control but Picogram is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Nogueira not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Nogueira trying to control from half guard but Picogram is working away. #SUB2#
Nogueira is looking for a kimura here.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#T3##ES#
Picogram makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Nogueira is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#CL2#
Nogueira has closed the distance and engaged Picogram in a clinch.
Nogueira misses with an elbow over the top.#T4#
A right hand to the body from Nogueira .
Nogueira lands a good knee to the midsection. Picogram won't want to take too many of those.
Nogueira scores a nice knee to the body.
Nogueira lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Picogram tries for a takedown. No joy.
Nogueira missing with knees to the body.
A right hook to the body lands for Nogueira .
Nogueira misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Picogram.
Picogram stalling the fight.
Nogueira misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nogueira swings wildly with an uppercut but Picogram uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nogueira lands a left hand that snaps the head of Picogram backwards.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nogueira makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.

And that's the end of the fight!
Anderson Nogueira comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Nogueira has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ben Watson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Anderson Nogueira !

 

Event: CFC 492: Tai Kung v Line     
Date:   Jun 15, 2022
#R1##TD#
Jackson feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#SUB2#
Nogueira had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Jackson defends it easily.
Jackson stops Nogueira from standing up.
Jackson is pushing down on Nogueira 's leg trying to pass to half guard. Nogueira is fighting to maintain full guard but Jackson has managed to sneak the leg through.
Nogueira is trying to stand back up but Jackson is controlling him
Nogueira is refusing to be controlled, as Jackson sits in half guard. #SUB#
Jackson is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Nogueira defends it well.
Nogueira is staying active underneath Jackson, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Jackson is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Nogueira has managed to free his arm - good work.
Jackson prevents Nogueira from standing back up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Nogueira works his way to full guard. Good work.
Jackson won't allow Nogueira to sweep him here.
Nogueira keeping full guard, as Jackson tries to pass.
Jackson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB2#
Nogueira isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Jackson stacks Nogueira 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 Jackson!
Nogueira parries the strikes from Jackson easily there. Jackson is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Nogueira to escape.
The strikes coming from Jackson are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #SUB#
Jackson is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Nogueira knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Jackson is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Nogueira has escaped the position, nice work there. #T2#
Nogueira is looking for a sweep.
Jackson has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Nogueira really trying hard to get back to half guard here. #SUB#
Jackson is working for a guillotine from mount but Nogueira frees his head quite easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jackson trying to control but Nogueira is having none of it.
Nogueira is wriggling around trying to escape. #T3#
Jackson wants to control the pace but Nogueira is squirming around nicely.
Nogueira bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Nogueira wants to control from the top but Jackson keeps moving.
Jackson looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Jackson looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Jackson keeping moving, preventing Nogueira from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Jackson looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Nogueira has picked Jackson up and slammed him! Jackson can't keep hold of the triangle and Nogueira manages to pass to side control!#T4#
Jackson is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Jackson trying to control but Nogueira postures up.
Nogueira trying to control the action but Jackson is working from the bottom.
Nogueira wants to pass the guard but Jackson is defending well.
Jackson trying to hold on to Nogueira 's head to control him but Nogueira postures up.
Jackson is trying to control but Nogueira passes into side control!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jackson managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Nogueira .
You can see the frustration on Jackson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Luther Jackson dominated that round.
That's time! Jackson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##TD#
Jackson closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Nogueira did well to prevent Jackson getting side control.
Nogueira is looking to improve his position.
Jackson wants to free his trapped foot but Nogueira is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Jackson passes to full mount! #SUB#
Jackson is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Nogueira to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Nogueira shrugs it off.
Nogueira working to try and regain half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nogueira regains half guard.
Nogueira tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Jackson has advanced to mount. Uh oh. #T1#
Nogueira wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
Nogueira is in bad spot here. #SUB#
Nogueira defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Jackson lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can Nogueira hold on?! #SUB#
Nogueira is in a bad position with Jackson working for a choke. Nogueira manages to spin nicely into guard and the danger is over for the moment.
Jackson has his hands on Nogueira 's head, controlling the position. #T2#
Jackson looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Nogueira puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Jackson is trying to maintain the position but Nogueira is very close to passing his half guard.
Jackson moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Jackson trying to keep a closed guard but Nogueira is proving a slippery customer. #SUB#
Jackson has his foot on Nogueira 's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Nogueira works his way back into a safe position though.
Nogueira wants to control from the top but Jackson keeps moving. #T3#
Jackson pulls Nogueira in to control the position. #SUB#
Jackson looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Nogueira has picked Jackson up and slammed him! Jackson can't keep hold of the triangle and Nogueira manages to pass to side control!
Nogueira trying to control the action but Jackson is working from the bottom.
Jackson is trying to get back to half guard.
Jackson holds on to Nogueira 's head and controls the position momentarily.
Jackson is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Nogueira off and has taken his back!
Nogueira is trying to get back to his feet but Jackson has full control of the position and if anything, Nogueira has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Nogueira tries to break free.
Nogueira wants to get back to his feet. #T4#
Nogueira tries to escape but Jackson has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB#
Jackson has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB#
Jackson working for the choke.
Nogueira tries to escape the position. #SUB#
Jackson working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
I really don't envy Nogueira right now.
Jackson seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Jackson is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Nogueira knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Nogueira for a finish.
Nogueira turns into Jackson and is now in his guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Luther Jackson dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Nogueira displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Jackson. #TD#
Jackson throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Nogueira tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Jackson is in Nogueira 's guard.#SUB2#
Nogueira had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Jackson defends it easily.#SUB2#
Nogueira has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Jackson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Nogueira working for a triangle but Jackson defends it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T1#
Nogueira has momentary wrist control but Jackson slips an elbow through the middle.
Nogueira keeping full guard, as Jackson tries to pass. #SUB2#
Nogueira looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Jackson scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB2#
Nogueira looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Jackson passes into half guard.
Nogueira is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Jackson scores with a couple of nice shots.
Nogueira is looking for a sweep. Jackson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2##SUB2#
Nogueira actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Jackson is looking for a kimura here.
Nogueira wants to get back to his feet.
Jackson stalling away here and it's allowed Nogueira to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Jackson missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T3##SUB2#
Nogueira is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Jackson is aware though and is defending well.
Jackson is in close to Nogueira 's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB#
Jackson postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Nogueira is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Jackson, into his guard. #REVB#
Jackson is pulling down on Nogueira 's head. It's preventing any offense from Nogueira , at least for the moment.
Luther Jackson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Nogueira trying to control but Jackson is working from the bottom.
Jackson looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Nogueira would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Luther Jackson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4#
Nogueira trying to control but Jackson is working from the bottom.
Jackson pulls Nogueira in close to his closed guard and prevents Nogueira from doing any damage or advancing position.
Anderson Nogueira has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nogueira trying to control but Jackson is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Nogueira looks to clinch #TD#
and Jackson counters with a shoot takedown. Nogueira fights it but they end up in guard. #SUB2#
Nogueira working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Jackson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Jackson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.

And that's the end of the fight!
Luther Jackson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Jackson, 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 Eliza Hachem scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ben Watson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Luther Jackson!

Luther Jackson seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: CFC 486: Spence v McFly     
Date:   May 25, 2022
#R1##CL2#
Nogueira moves into the clinch successfully.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Nogueira .
Nogueira working aggressively here. #BC#
Gregor breaks from the clinch.
Nogueira jabs Gregor right on the nose. Gregor blinks but takes it well.
Gregor misses with a lunging right hand
and Nogueira counters with a left to the body.
Gregor swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
The fight stays on the outside here - Nogueira looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
It looked like Gregor wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Nogueira tries to clinch but Gregor moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sloppy strikes from Gregor. Those never looked like landing.
Nogueira throws a lazy head kick
and Gregor counters with a straight right hand.
Gregor scores with a crisp jab that stopped Nogueira in his tracks.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2#
Nogueira forces Gregor back against the cage and clinches.#T1#
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Nogueira just misses with a elbow thrown towards Gregor's brow.
Nogueira misses with a short punch on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Nogueira .
Nogueira misses with a punch to the body.
Nogueira softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Stalling in the clinch from Gregor.
Gregor managing to block the knees to the body from Nogueira .
Nogueira pushes off an throws an elbow but Gregor leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Gregor avoids it.
Nogueira lands with a light punch inside. #TD#
Gregor has Nogueira pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Gregor pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Nogueira tumbling to the mat - Gregor dives into Nogueira 's guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Gregor's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB2#
Gregor avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#SUB2#
Nogueira had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gregor defends it easily.#T2##SUB2#
Nogueira looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Gregor stands up over Nogueira , holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gregor is looking to work some ground and pound but Nogueira has wrist control.
Gregor postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Gregor missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Gregor loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Gregor lands a couple of elbows.
Gregor is in close to Nogueira 's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Gregor cracks Nogueira with a solid left hand.
Gregor chips away with some ground and pound.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Gregor's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB2#
Nogueira is looking for a triangle but Gregor pushes his legs off easily.
Gregor lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T3#
Gregor lands a couple of digs.#SUB2#
Nogueira looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Nogueira is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Gregor scoring with some ground and pound.
Gregor content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Nogueira doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Nogueira has momentary wrist control but Gregor slips an elbow through the middle.
Gregor postures up and lands a big shot to Nogueira 's brow.
Gregor landing with the ground and pound.
Gregor throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB2#
Nogueira is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Gregor defends well.#T4#
Nogueira wants to stand up but Gregor is controlling him.
Gregor with a nice head shot there.#SUB2#
Nogueira is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Gregor scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Gregor postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gregor chips away with some ground and pound.
Gregor is in close to Nogueira 's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Gregor trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Gregor scoring with some ground and pound.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gregor stands up over Nogueira , holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Gregor lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#ROC#Nogueira is rocked!
Gregor gets to his feet and stands over Nogueira , holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! Nogueira felt that one! Gregor unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save Nogueira from any more punishment!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). James Gregor!

 

Event: CFC 481: Trounvouche/Bardia F.     
Date:   May 08, 2022
#R1#
Nogueira dips to his left and cracks Sasai with an uppercut!#CUT#It looks like Junichi Sasai has been cut.#CL#
Nogueira instigates a clinch.
Nogueira takes a shot to the head.
Sasai misses with some punches.
Sasai blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nogueira tries to throw a body punch but Sasai avoids it by throwing Nogueira back against the cage.
Sasai managing to block the knees to the body from Nogueira .
Nogueira misses with the head strike.
Sasai blocking some punches.
Nogueira makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Sasai dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
A short uppercut from Sasai.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Sasai taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
The crowd are getting on Sasai's back here. They're not happy about his lack of aggression in the clinch.
Nogueira scores with a knee to the head.
Sasai has a couple of punches blocked by Nogueira .
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nogueira is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Sasai is defending well for now.
Nogueira landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Nogueira putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Sasai in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Sasai looks winded!
Sasai wants to stall. #T1#
A nice left hand lands by Nogueira . #ROC#Sasai is rocked!
Nogueira lands a left hand.
Sasai is still on wobbly legs! Can Nogueira finish him?
Nogueira lands a big right hand that drops Sasai! The killer instinct kicks in and Nogueira finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Nogueira !

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Anderson Nogueira !

 

Event: CFC 473: Cobb vs Neuer     
Date:   Apr 03, 2022
#R1##CL2#
Jackson moves into the clinch.
Jackson is trying to pull guard but Nogueira turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Nogueira lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Jackson backwards.
Jackson blocks a body shot from Nogueira .
Jackson blocks the elbow strike.
Nogueira throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Nogueira scores with a hook to the body.
Nogueira lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Nogueira throws a head punch that misses.
Jackson has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Nogueira after a bit of a struggle.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nogueira .
Jackson goes for a takedown in the clinch but Nogueira prevents it.
Anderson Nogueira has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Luther Jackson.
Nogueira misses with an elbow strike.
Nogueira looks to throw an elbow but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson misses with some punches.
Nogueira scores with a shoulder strike. #CUT#It looks like Luther Jackson has been cut.#TD2#
Jackson gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Nogueira regains guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Nogueira working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Jackson has passed into half guard!
Jackson trying to control the pace. #T1#
Nogueira won't allow Jackson to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Jackson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Jackson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Nogueira is looking to improve his position. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Jackson looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Jackson wants to work for an arm triangle but Nogueira is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Nogueira manages to get to full guard.
Jackson passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Jackson is trying for a kimura here. Nogueira looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Jackson wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Luther Jackson!
An out of breath Luther Jackson thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: CFC 467: Joplin vs Hackett     
Date:   Mar 12, 2022
#R1#
Fitzsimmons is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Fitzsimmons swats away the attempt to clinch by Nogueira .
Fitzsimmons swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fitzsimmons throws an overhand right that lands on Nogueira 's shoulder, as Nogueira tries to avoid the shot.
Nogueira throws a lazy head kick
and Fitzsimmons counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Nogueira thinking. #CL2#
Nogueira fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Fitzsimmons, pushing him back against the cage.
Fitzsimmons is leaning against Nogueira and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Nogueira misses with an elbow strike.
Nogueira lands a right hand.
Nogueira lands an elbow inside.
Nogueira lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Fitzsimmons.
A short right from Fitzsimmons on the inside.
Nogueira blocking some punches.
Fitzsimmons taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Knees to the body from Nogueira .
Fitzsimmons is breathing heavily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A short right from Fitzsimmons.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
A nice right hand lands inside from Nogueira .
Nogueira misses with a short punch on the inside.
Fitzsimmons works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #T1#
Fitzsimmons avoiding damage as Nogueira throws knees to the body.
Nogueira working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Fitzsimmons throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Our sources have told us that Fitzsimmons has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Nogueira scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Fitzsimmons lands a nice elbow.
Nogueira can't find room to land a body shot as Fitzsimmons controls the action.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Nogueira lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Fitzsimmons backwards.
Fitzsimmons fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Fitzsimmons blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Fitzsimmons misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fitzsimmons looking to slow down the pace here.
Nogueira lands a shoulder strike.
Fitzsimmons blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fitzsimmons tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Fitzsimmons leaning his opponent against the cage.
Nogueira tries to throw a body punch but Fitzsimmons avoids it by throwing Nogueira back against the cage. #T2#
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Nogueira obliges.
Nogueira blocks an elbow strike.
A short body shot lands from Nogueira as the two fighters clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nogueira throws a knee to the head but misses.
Nogueira tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fitzsimmons misses with a body punch.
Fitzsimmons takes an elbow to the temple.
Fitzsimmons lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nogueira backwards.
Nogueira pushes off an throws an elbow but Fitzsimmons leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Nogueira working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Nogueira lands a body shot in the clinch.
Fitzsimmons goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nogueira throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Fitzsimmons fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Fitzsimmons misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nogueira connects with a knee to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Nogueira .
Fitzsimmons has a couple of punches blocked by Nogueira .
Nogueira has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Fitzsimmons seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Nogueira can turn it around.
Fitzsimmons blocking some punches.
Fitzsimmons blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#T3#
Nogueira using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Nogueira misses with a knee to the head.
Nogueira lands with a short punch from the clinch. #ROC2#Fitzsimmons is rocked!
Nogueira throws an elbow but it misses.
Nogueira lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Oh Fitzsimmons is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Nogueira just misses with a elbow thrown towards Fitzsimmons's brow.
Fitzsimmons seems to have got his legs back now.
Nogueira lands an elbow just above Fitzsimmons 's eye. #CUT2#It looks like Sol Fitzsimmons has been cut.
Nogueira tries a body shot but Fitzsimmons blocks it.
Fitzsimmons lands a body punch.
Fitzsimmons misses with a punch on the inside.
Fitzsimmons wants to stall.
Nogueira trying to land knees to the body.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Fitzsimmons is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Nogueira misses with some punches.
Nogueira misses with a knee strike. #T4#
Nogueira pushes Fitzsimmons back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nogueira misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nogueira blocks a body shot from Fitzsimmons.
A short uppercut from Fitzsimmons.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fitzsimmons throws a punch but it's blocked by Nogueira .
Fitzsimmons doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fitzsimmons swings wildly with an uppercut but Nogueira uses good head movement to avoid it.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Fitzsimmons working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Fitzsimmons stalling.
Fitzsimmons working aggressively here.
Nogueira lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Fitzsimmons backwards.
Nogueira blocks an uppercut.
Fitzsimmons misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Fitzsimmons manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Nogueira misses with a body punch.
A bit of stalling here from Fitzsimmons.
Fitzsimmons throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anderson Nogueira dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sol Fitzsimmons's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Nogueira throws a lazy head kick
and Fitzsimmons counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Sol Fitzsimmons seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fitzsimmons dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fitzsimmons fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nogueira manages to avoid it.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Fitzsimmons, as that shot connected.
Nogueira tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Nogueira throws a head kick but Fitzsimmons moves out of range.
Fitzsimmons throwing a counter right hand but Nogueira manages to avoid it.
Fitzsimmons tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nogueira was well out of range. Poor timing from Fitzsimmons.
Nogueira is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Nogueira uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fitzsimmons.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nogueira is looking to clinch.
Fitzsimmons throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A big left from Fitzsimmons misses.
Nogueira fails with an attempt to clinch.
Nogueira moves in looking to clinch but Fitzsimmons pushes him off.#T1#
Fitzsimmons defending well as Nogueira loads up on a big left hand.
Fitzsimmons connects with a looping right hand.
Nogueira tries to clinch up.
Fitzsimmons is looking to slow Nogueira down with leg kicks.
Fitzsimmons misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nogueira .
Fitzsimmons misses with a lunging right hand
and Nogueira counters with a nice uppercut.
The fighters circling - Fitzsimmons throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nogueira moves in looking to clinch but Fitzsimmons pushes him off.
A jab lands there for Fitzsimmons.#CL2#
Nogueira takes the fight into the clinch.
Anderson Nogueira seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Fitzsimmons avoiding damage as Nogueira throws knees to the body.
Fitzsimmons stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Fitzsimmons looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Nogueira working Fitzsimmons over with knees to the body.
Fitzsimmons tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T2#
Fitzsimmons blocks an uppercut.
Nogueira misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nogueira working some nice short punches in the 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!
Fitzsimmons using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Nogueira lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Fitzsimmons blocking some punches.
Nogueira throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Nice elbow from Nogueira .
Fitzsimmons tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nogueira 's elbow.
Fitzsimmons lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Nogueira .
Nogueira lands a body shot.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Nogueira obliges.
Nogueira unloads a knee to the mid-section. Fitzsimmons lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Nogueira gets through Fitzsimmons's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Fitzsimmons presses Nogueira against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Nogueira is leaning against Fitzsimmons and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Fitzsimmons has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Nogueira . #T3#
Fitzsimmons dodges an elbow strike from Nogueira .
Nogueira prevents a body shot from Fitzsimmons.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Nogueira creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Nogueira .
Fitzsimmons throws a head punch that misses.
Nogueira takes an elbow to the temple.
Fitzsimmons managing to block the knees to the body from Nogueira .
Nogueira blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fitzsimmons throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Nogueira s head.
Nogueira softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Fitzsimmons dodges an elbow strike from Nogueira .
The referee is keeping an eye on Fitzsimmons - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Fitzsimmons gets through Nogueira 's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nogueira lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Nogueira .
Fitzsimmons misses with a shot to the kidneys.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Fitzsimmons avoids it.#T4#
A short right from Nogueira on the inside.
Fitzsimmons avoiding damage as Nogueira throws knees to the body. #KD2#
Fitzsimmons gets dropped by a huge elbow on the inside by Nogueira ! He drops to his knees and Nogueira takes his back! This one might not last much longer! #SUB2#
Fitzsimmons defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Nogueira 's arms.
Will Nogueira go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Nogueira keeps control of the position as Fitzsimmons tries to break free.
Fitzsimmons is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Nogueira .
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anderson Nogueira showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Sol Fitzsimmons's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Fitzsimmons lands a jab to the head.
Fitzsimmons misses the body punch
and Nogueira connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nogueira tries to clinch there but Fitzsimmons circles away.
Nogueira drops his hands momentarily and Fitzsimmons takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Nogueira moves in looking to clinch but Fitzsimmons pushes him off.#KD2#
Nogueira sets himself and throws a head kick that knocks Fitzsimmons to the ground! Nogueira dives into full mount looking to finish!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fitzsimmons wants to control but Nogueira is having none of it.
Fitzsimmons is looking to improve his position but Nogueira isn't that keen on the idea.
Fitzsimmons slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#T1#
Nogueira wants to free his trapped foot but Fitzsimmons is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Nogueira content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Nogueira looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Fitzsimmons is not content to let Nogueira control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nogueira wants to pass to mount but Fitzsimmons is defending the position. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Fitzsimmons is looking to improve his position.
Nogueira tries to pass the half guard into mount. Fitzsimmons knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Fitzsimmons controlling the position well. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Nogueira has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A jab from Fitzsimmons misses.
Nogueira shapes to counter with a head kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. Fitzsimmons darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#T3#
Fitzsimmons just misses with a punch to the body.
Nogueira fails in his attempt to clinch.
Fitzsimmons waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nogueira .
Nogueira is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Fitzsimmons with a body shot.
Fitzsimmons's corner calls for a 1-2. Fitzsimmons obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Nogueira wants to clinch.
Fitzsimmons ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Fitzsimmons scores with a hook to the body. Nogueira takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Fitzsimmons displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Nogueira throws out the jab.
Nice cross by Fitzsimmons.
Fitzsimmons misses the shot to the body.
Nogueira moves away from the strike by Fitzsimmons.
Nogueira wants to clinch up but Fitzsimmons keeps it at a distance.#T4#
Fitzsimmons throws a body shot but no joy.
Fitzsimmons cracks Nogueira with an open hand slap.
Fitzsimmons just misses with a punch to the body.
Fitzsimmons ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Fitzsimmons gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Nogueira takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fitzsimmons throws a body shot but no joy.
Nogueira keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fitzsimmons.
Nogueira avoids the body shot from Fitzsimmons.
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses.
Fitzsimmons throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Nogueira to counter with a crisp jab.
A swing and a miss from Nogueira .
It looked like Fitzsimmons was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Nogueira .
Nogueira moves in looking to clinch but Fitzsimmons pushes him off.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Fitzsimmons.
Sol Fitzsimmons has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Fitzsimmons is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Fitzsimmons with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Nogueira slips a straight right by Fitzsimmons.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Sol Fitzsimmons.
I think Nogueira has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Anderson Nogueira !

 

Event: CFC 461: Cobb vs Fire     
Date:   Feb 19, 2022
#R1##CL#
Nogueira closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Finau dodges an elbow strike from Nogueira .
Nogueira with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Finau blocks an elbow strike.
Nogueira throws a punch but it's blocked by Finau. #BC2#
Finau breaks from the clinch.
Finau throws a nice outside leg kick.
Nogueira looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Finau throws a hook but Nogueira avoids it easily.
Nogueira swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Anderson Nogueira seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Nogueira moves into the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Finau.
Stalling in the clinch from Finau.
Nogueira takes a shot to the head.
Finau tries a body shot but Nogueira blocks it.
Finau blocks an elbow strike from Nogueira .
Finau taking a breather.#BC2#
Finau breaks the clinch. #CL#
Nogueira has managed to clinch. #T1##BC2#
Finau breaks from the clinch.
Finau on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #CUT#It looks like Vaai Finau has been cut.#CL#
Nogueira rushes Finau and presses him up against the cage.
Finau softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Finau takes a knee to the side of the body.
Come on Finau - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Finau taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Nogueira can't find room to land a body shot as Finau controls the action.
Finau blocks an uppercut.
Nogueira misses with some punches.
Finau lands a left hand.
Finau misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Finau blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nogueira lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Nogueira misses with a punch to the body.
Nogueira looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Finau throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC2#
Finau pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Finau has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.#CL#
Nogueira moves into range and clinches up with Finau.
Finau is stalling here.
Nogueira lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Finau lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nogueira backwards.
Finau misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Finau lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Finau will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Nogueira up against the cage.#BC2#
Finau pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Nogueira closes the distance and clinches.
Finau is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Nogueira lands with a short shot to the head.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Finau. #BC2#
Finau pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T3##CL#
Nogueira forces Finau back against the cage and clinches.
Finau misses with some punches.
With the fighters up against the cage, Nogueira throws an elbow but misses.
A shot in the inside from Finau.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the head but Finau blocks with his arms.
Nogueira with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Nogueira struggles to land a body shot inside as Finau controls his hands.
Nogueira 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Nogueira throws a punch but it's blocked by Finau.
Nogueira takes a shot to the head.
Finau is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Finau blocks the elbow strike.
Nogueira landing knees to the body.
Finau is trying to maintain a safe position but Nogueira gets an underhook and turns Finau into the cage.#BC2#
Finau breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nogueira blocks a jab.
Nogueira is looking to counter with head kicks.#T4#
Finau connects with a single shot there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Finau misses with a few strikes there.
Finau looks to score with a jab to the body but Nogueira is just out of range.#CL#
Nogueira closes the distance and pushes Finau back into the cage.#BC2#
Finau breaks from the clinch.
The fighters circle momentarily. Finau darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#CL#
Finau tries to keep at a distance but Nogueira has taken the fight into the clinch.
Nogueira tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nogueira pushes off an throws an elbow but Finau leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Finau avoiding damage as Nogueira throws knees to the body.
Nogueira trying to land knees to the body.
Finau lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Nogueira lands a hook that snaps the head of Finau backwards. #BC2#
Finau breaks from the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Anderson Nogueira will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Vaai Finau's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Nogueira bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Finau throws the left hand but Nogueira avoids the punch easily.
Finau slips under a jab.
A little jabbing left from Finau on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Finau scores with a punch to the head.
Finau takes a swing at Nogueira 's ribcage but misses.
Nogueira swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Vaai Finau seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Finau misses with a looping right.
Nogueira is looking to counter punch.#CL#
Nogueira moves into the clinch successfully.
Nogueira misses with a hook to the ribs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Finau escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
Nogueira clinches with his opponent.
Finau has a couple of punches blocked by Nogueira .
Nogueira lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Nogueira with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the head but Finau blocks with his arms. #T1##BC2#
Finau pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Finau takes a jab right on the kisser. #CL#
Nogueira gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Nogueira swings wildly with an uppercut but Finau uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nogueira is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Finau is defending well for now.
Nogueira scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Nogueira throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Finau blocks it with crossed arms.
Finau misses with a hook from the clinch.
Knees to the body from Nogueira .
Finau is breathing heavily.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Nogueira with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Nogueira throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Finau blocks it with crossed arms.
Nogueira blocks an uppercut.
Nogueira lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Finau managing to block the knees to the body from Nogueira . #BC2#
Finau breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #KD#
Nogueira waves his right hand out in front of him, looking to distract Finau. Oh, he's unloaded a beast of a left hand - it worked! He's dropped Finau to the canvas! Can he finish him!? #ROC#Finau is rocked!#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Finau wants to sweep but no luck.
Finau is still in real trouble! Can Nogueira finish him?
Finau is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Nogueira is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Nogueira trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nogueira preventing the sweep.
Nogueira 's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Finau is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Finau wants to sweep but no luck.
Finau seems to have recovered his senses.
Nogueira wants to control from the top but Finau keeps moving.
Finau can't keep his opponent in guard - Nogueira advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Nogueira performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T3#
Finau tries to roll over but Nogueira keeps him under control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nogueira missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Nogueira slows the pace down in half guard.
Finau keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Nogueira is looking to take a break and control but Finau is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Finau takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #CL#
Finau tries to keep at a distance but Nogueira has taken the fight into the clinch.
Finau is looking to control Nogueira 's arms but Nogueira gets an underhook and turns him. Now Finau has his back to the cage.
Finau lands a left hand that snaps the head of Nogueira backwards. #BC2#
Finau manages to break the clinch.
Finau looks to land a left hand but Nogueira moved out of range nicely.
Finau lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Finau moves out of range of the strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anderson Nogueira dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Vaai Finau's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##CL#
Nogueira moves into the clinch successfully.
Nogueira working aggressively here.
Nogueira creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Finau lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Nogueira tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Finau breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nogueira misses with a hook. Finau ducked under it nicely. #CL#
Nogueira has managed to clinch.
A short uppercut from Nogueira .
Nogueira scores a nice knee to the body.
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but Finau blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nogueira lands a right hand.
Nogueira lands an uppercut.
Nogueira pushes Finau against the cage. Nogueira is working some dirty boxing. Nogueira pushes off with a quick right hook! Finau goes down! Finau tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Nogueira moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Anderson Nogueira !

 

Event: CFC 451: Inarritu v Tiotio     
Date:   Jan 09, 2022
#R1#
Nogueira tries to close the distance and clinch up but Cole swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Cole throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nogueira is looking to clinch but Cole is avoiding it.
Nogueira tries a head kick but it misses.
Good shot there by Nogueira .
Nogueira moves away from the strike by Cole.
Cole blocks a head kick by Nogueira . #CL2#
Nogueira forces Cole back against the cage and clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nogueira gets through Cole's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nogueira gets through Cole's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nogueira softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Nogueira lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Cole misses with the head strike.
Nogueira lands a hook that snaps the head of Cole backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nogueira landing some nice looking knees to the body. #T1#
Nogueira unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Good body shot from Nogueira .
Cole is breathing heavily.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nogueira .
Nogueira throws an elbow but it misses.
Cole misses with a punch on the inside.
Nogueira lands a body shot.
Nogueira throws an elbow but it misses.
Nogueira looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Nogueira with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Nogueira presses Cole against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Nogueira looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Nogueira lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty! #CUT2#It looks like Michael Cole has been cut.
Nogueira lands a body punch.
Nogueira landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Nogueira lands with a short shot to the head.
Nogueira lands a right hand that snaps the head of Cole backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A short right from Nogueira .
Nogueira landing knees to the head. #ROC2#Cole is rocked!
Nogueira scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Oh Cole is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Cole takes a knee to the side of the body.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Nogueira . #T2#
Cole takes a shot to the head. #KD2#
Nogueira lands a big right hand that sends Cole to the canvas! This could be the beginning of the end for Cole!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nogueira with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SU2#
Nogueira stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being. #CL2#
Nogueira gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Cole seems to have got his legs back now.
Cole is trying to break the clinch but Nogueira is controlling him.
Cole throws a punch but it's blocked by Nogueira . #BC#
Cole breaks from the clinch. #CL2#
Nogueira gets a clinch.
Nogueira has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Cole seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Nogueira can turn it around.
Cole blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Cole avoids the elbow strike from Nogueira , against the cage.
Nogueira lands a hook that snaps the head of Cole backwards.
Nogueira misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Cole.
Nogueira pushes Cole back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Cole lands a body punch in the clinch. #T3#
Cole lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nogueira backwards.
Nogueira makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Nogueira lands a nice elbow.
A right hook to the body lands for Nogueira .
Cole misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nogueira tries to land knees in the clinch but Cole avoids the damage to the body.
Nogueira scores with an uppercut up the middle.#KD2#
Nogueira lands a big knee from the Thai clinch and Cole goes down hard! The ref takes a good look at him but he's still defending himself. Nogueira in side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nogueira tries to score with some ground and pound. Cole controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
The referee asks Nogueira politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Nogueira prefers to stall for the moment though.#T4#
Nogueira throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Nogueira throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Cole works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Nogueira performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Cole avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Nogueira .
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anderson Nogueira dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Michael Cole's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Nogueira tries to clinch up.
Cole is looking to counter punch.
Nogueira with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Nice shot by Nogueira .
Cole swings and misses with a shot to the body#KD2#
and Nogueira counters with a right hand that sends Cole tumbling to the canvas! Can Nogueira finish him? He dives into Cole's guard looking to do just that!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cole avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Nogueira trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nogueira showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T1#
Cole keeping full guard, as Nogueira tries to pass.
Nogueira won't allow Cole to sweep him here. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Cole tries to move into range but Nogueira moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Cole has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Nogueira and Cole are patiently standing in front of each other looking for an opening. Nogueira throws a head kick. It's landed, knocking Cole into next week! Ooooh that was huge! Nogueira knows it - he's on the cage flexing is biceps. That's a bit weird considering he won by kick but whatever.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Anderson Nogueira !

 

Event: CFC 441: DeSilva v Proudhon     
Date:   Nov 28, 2021
#R1#
Nogueira throws a head kick but Rothschild moves out of range.
Rothschild throws a solid leg kick but Nogueira takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Rothschild.
Nogueira avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Rothschild lands a jab to the nose.
Rothschild swings for the body but Nogueira moves out of range.
Nogueira now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Nogueira misses with a body shot.
We've been told by Rothschild's head coaches at Cloud9 that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Nogueira connects with a right hand. Rothschild shakes it off.#CUT2#It looks like Theodore Rothschild has been cut.
Rothschild cracks Nogueira with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Nogueira uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#CL2#
Nogueira has closed the distance and engaged Rothschild in a clinch.
Rothschild misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nogueira with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Nogueira scores a nice knee to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rothschild misses with some punches.
Rothschild tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rothschild misses with some punches.
Nogueira has a couple of punches blocked by Rothschild.
A short body shot lands from Nogueira as the two fighters clinch. #T1#
Nogueira tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A hook to the body from Nogueira .
Rothschild is breathing heavily.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Nogueira .
Nogueira softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Nogueira tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rothschild has a couple of punches blocked by Nogueira .
Nogueira lands a body shot in the clinch.
Nogueira lands an uppercut.
Rothschild avoids the elbow strike from Nogueira , against the ropes.
Rothschild blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nogueira lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Rothschild fails to land.
Rothschild on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Nogueira has a couple of punches blocked by Rothschild.
Nogueira misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Rothschild.
Nogueira swings wildly with an uppercut but Rothschild uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nogueira misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Rothschild.
Nogueira lands a hook that snaps the head of Rothschild backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nogueira tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T2#
Nogueira missing with knees to the body.
Rothschild throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Rothschild blocks a body shot from Nogueira .
Rothschild misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rothschild.
Rothschild lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Nogueira throws a punch but it's blocked by Rothschild.
Nogueira blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A left hand lands to the body for Rothschild.
Rothschild managing to block the knees to the body from Nogueira .
Nogueira scores with a knee to the head.
Rothschild managing to block the knees to the body from Nogueira .
Nogueira misses with a punch to the body.
Rothschild scores with a nice hook to the head.
Rothschild doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nogueira tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rothschild's elbow.
Nogueira gets through Rothschild's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nogueira tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nogueira is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Rothschild is defending well for now.#T3#
Rothschild blocks an uppercut.
Rothschild blocks a body shot from Nogueira .
Nogueira is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Rothschild blocks the elbow strike.
Nogueira blocks an uppercut.
Rothschild managing to block the knees to the body from Nogueira .
Nogueira throws a knee to the head but misses.
Nogueira trying to land knees to the body.
Rothschild throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Rothschild breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nogueira takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Nogueira keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rothschild looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Rothschild misses with a jab to the body
and Nogueira counters with a big head kick but Rothschild shrugs it off.
Nogueira slips a jab from Rothschild.
Rothschild swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Rothschild avoids the head kick by Nogueira . #T4#
Rothschild misses with a low kick as Nogueira jumps back.
Rothschild looks to land a body kick but Nogueira moved away.
The fighters circling - Rothschild throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nogueira looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rothschild misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nogueira .
Rothschild moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromNogueira .#CL2#
Nogueira has Rothschild up against the ropes in a clinch. #BC#
Rothschild breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Theodore Rothschild seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rothschild throws a leg kick
and Rothschild takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nogueira takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Nogueira moves in looking to clinch but Rothschild pushes him off.
A counter left hand to the body from Rothschild misses its target.
Rothschild misses with a wild combination.
Rothschild circles away from the clinch attempt.
Rothschild swats away the attempt to clinch by Nogueira .
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anderson Nogueira dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Theodore Rothschild's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Nogueira tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Rothschild paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Rothschild misses with a wild body shot.
Rothschild circles away from the clinch attempt.
Rothschild has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Nogueira is looking to clinch but Rothschild is avoiding it.
Rothschild will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Nogueira avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#CL2#
Nogueira closes the distance and clinches.
Nogueira misses with a punch on the inside.
Nogueira misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rothschild blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Rothschild tries to work over Nogueira 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short right from Rothschild.
Rothschild avoiding damage as Nogueira throws knees to the body.
Nogueira has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nogueira fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rothschild blocks an elbow strike from Nogueira .
Rothschild throws a head punch that misses.
Nogueira misses with a hook from the clinch.
Nogueira softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.#T1#
A shot in the inside from Rothschild.
Nogueira throws a punch but it's blocked by Rothschild.
Rothschild scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Rothschild makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Nogueira lands a body shot.
Rothschild misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rothschild makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Rothschild softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Rothschild avoids it.
Nogueira is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Rothschild is defending well for now.
Nogueira lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Rothschild backwards.
Nogueira misses with an elbow strike.
Rothschild tries to throw a body punch but Nogueira avoids it by throwing Rothschild back against the ropes.
Nogueira pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
Nogueira misses with a short punch on the inside.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Nogueira is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Rothschild is defending well for now.
Rothschild tries to work over Nogueira 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nogueira pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC#
Rothschild breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Nogueira darts in and clinches Rothschild up against the ropes.
Rothschild is trying to break the clinch but Nogueira has him pressed against the ropes.
Anderson Nogueira seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Nogueira lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Rothschild misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rothschild on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Rothschild lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Rothschild pushes Nogueira back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but Rothschild blocks it.
Rothschild tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nogueira lands with a right to the head.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Nogueira just misses with a elbow thrown towards Rothschild's brow.
Nogueira is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Rothschild is defending well for now.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Rothschild.
Nogueira lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Rothschild or not.
Nogueira lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Rothschild presses Nogueira against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Rothschild avoiding damage as Nogueira throws knees to the body. #T3#
With the fighters up against the ropes, Nogueira throws an elbow but misses.
Nogueira misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Nogueira fails to land. #BC#
Rothschild escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Nogueira clinches up with Rothschild and pushes him back against the ropes.
Rothschild makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Nogueira scores with a shoulder strike.
Nogueira lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Rothschild avoids it.
Rothschild tries a body shot but Nogueira blocks it.
Rothschild misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short uppercut from Nogueira .
Rothschild misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nogueira cracks Rothschild with a nice body shot.
Nogueira fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nogueira pushes off an throws an elbow but Rothschild leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
A head punch on the inside from Nogueira fails to land.
Nogueira tries to work over Rothschild's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T4#
A hook to the body from Nogueira .
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
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!
Nogueira with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
A right hand to the body from Nogueira .
Nogueira lands with a left to the head.
A shot in the inside from Nogueira .
Nogueira throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Rothschild's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A hook to the body from Nogueira .
Nogueira lands with a right to the head.
Nogueira tries a body shot but Rothschild blocks it.
A head punch on the inside from Nogueira fails to land.
Rothschild blocking some punches.
Rothschild lands a right hand.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Nogueira creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Nogueira lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nogueira goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nogueira is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Rothschild is defending well for now.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rothschild avoiding damage as Nogueira throws knees to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rothschild.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anderson Nogueira showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Theodore Rothschild's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
A jab from Rothschild misses.
Rothschild throws a leg kick that is checked
and Nogueira connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Rothschild misses with a body shot.
Nogueira throws a big counter head kick but Rothschild avoids it with no problem.
Nogueira tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Rothschild paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Nogueira keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nogueira shapes to counter with a head kick.#CL2#
Nogueira has managed to clinch.
Rothschild misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nogueira scores a nice knee to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Nogueira .
Nogueira comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nogueira trying to land knees to the body.
Nogueira doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rothschild wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Nogueira prevents Rothschild from breaking the clinch.
Nogueira lands a body punch in the clinch.
Nogueira lands a damaging elbow. #CUT2#Theodore Rothschild's cut is getting worse.#T1#
Nogueira is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Rothschild is defending well for now.
Rothschild avoids a wild elbow strike from Nogueira .
Nogueira misses with a body punch.
Nogueira lands a nice uppercut.
Nogueira misses with a knee strike.
Rothschild softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Rothschild misses with the head strike.
Nogueira lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Rothschild or not.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Nogueira .
Nogueira lands with a left to the head.
Nogueira gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #CUT2#Theodore Rothschild's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nogueira .
Nogueira lands a hook to the side of the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Nogueira .
With the fighters up against the ropes, Nogueira throws an elbow but misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nogueira lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Rothschild lands a hook that snaps the head of Nogueira backwards.
Still in the clinch, Nogueira scores with a nice short uppercut.
Theodore Rothschild has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#ROC2#Rothschild is rocked!#T2#
Nogueira missing with knees to the body.
Oh Rothschild is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nogueira lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #BC#
Rothschild's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Theodore Rothschild is winning the standup battle so far.
Nogueira looks to land a left hand but Rothschild moved out of range nicely.
Rothschild looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Rothschild seems to have got his legs back now.
Nogueira wants to clinch.
Rothschild moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rothschild. Nogueira does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nogueira looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Nogueira bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nogueira fails with an attempt to clinch.
Nogueira shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T3#
Nogueira fails in his attempt to clinch.
Rothschild throws a leg kick but Nogueira checks it.
Rothschild fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nogueira manages to avoid it.
Rothschild is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nogueira .
Nogueira raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Rothschild pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nogueira let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Rothschild goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Rothschild has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Rothschild there as he acknowledges the shot.#CUT2#Jeez, Theodore Rothschild's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Rothschild swats away the attempt to clinch by Nogueira .
Nogueira throws a body punch but Rothschild moves out of range. #CL2#
Nogueira darts in and clinches Rothschild up against the ropes.
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Nogueira trying to land knees to the body.
Rothschild misses with the head strike. #T4#
A short right from Rothschild on the inside.
Rothschild lands with a short shot to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nogueira .
A quick uppercut on the inside from Nogueira .
Rothschild lands a body punch.
Rothschild blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rothschild misses with a body punch. #BC#
Rothschild escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Rothschild scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Nogueira doesn't seem bothered though.
Rothschild misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nogueira .
Rothschild takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Rothschild is looking to slow Nogueira down with leg kicks. #CL2#
Nogueira has managed to clinch.
Rothschild doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rothschild managing to block the knees to the body from Nogueira .
Nogueira lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Rothschild.
Nogueira throws an elbow but it's blocked.

And that's the end of the fight!
Anderson Nogueira comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Nogueira 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 Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Anderson Nogueira !

 

Event: HFC 90 - Bigg vs Krutel     
Date:   Aug 14, 2021
#R1#
Weismuller blocks a head kick by Nogueira .
Nogueira misses with a head kick.
Weismuller slips a jab from Nogueira .
Weismuller avoids the body shot from Nogueira .
Weismuller works over Nogueira 's head and body with a nice combination.#CUT#It looks like Anderson Nogueira has been cut.
Nogueira wants to clinch.#CL#
Nogueira gets tackled into the cage by Weismuller. Weismuller maintains the clinch. #BC2#
Nogueira 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nogueira uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Weismuller.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nogueira will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #CL#
Weismuller clinches up against the cage.
Nogueira blocking some punches.
Weismuller prevents Nogueira from breaking the clinch.#T1#
Weismuller swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Weismuller breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Nogueira clinches with his opponent. #BC2#
Nogueira breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Nogueira pushes Weismuller up against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Nogueira escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Weismuller circles away from the clinch attempt
and Weismuller counters with a nice body shot. #CL#
Weismuller has taken the fight to the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nogueira .
Nogueira is trying to force a seperation but Weismuller has the dominant position.#BC2#
Nogueira 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Weismuller gets tackled into the cage by Nogueira . Nogueira maintains the clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Weismuller.
Nogueira looks winded!
Nogueira tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nogueira blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Weismuller takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. #T2#
Weismuller lands a left hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Weismuller blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short right from Weismuller.
Nogueira wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Weismuller keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Nogueira 's efforts to push away.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Weismuller.
Weismuller misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nogueira blocks an uppercut.
Weismuller tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nogueira has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Weismuller.
Weismuller has a couple of punches blocked by Nogueira .
Nogueira is trying to force a seperation but Weismuller has the dominant position.
Weismuller tries a body shot but Nogueira blocks it.
A short body shot lands from Weismuller as the two fighters clinch. #BC#
Weismuller escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T3#
Weismuller throws a body shot but no joy. #CL#
Weismuller moves into the clinch successfully.
Weismuller working some nice short punches in the clinch.#BC2#
Nogueira breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nogueira pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Weismuller takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Weismuller misses the shot to the body.
Weismuller takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#CUT2#It looks like Tommy Weismuller has been cut.
Weismuller takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Weismuller avoids the head kick by Nogueira . #CL#
Weismuller pushes Nogueira up against the cage in a clinch.
Weismuller fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Weismuller throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Nogueira breaks from the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Weismuller takes the fight into the clinch.
Nogueira working aggressively here. #T4##BC2#
Nogueira breaks the clinch.
Weismuller takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Nogueira tries to close the distance and clinch up but Weismuller swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nogueira throws a sloppy head kick
and Weismuller counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Weismuller slips a jab and a cross from Nogueira .
Nogueira throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A lazy left from Nogueira finds it's target.
Weismuller throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nogueira blocks a jab.
Weismuller lands a really nice looking cross but Nogueira seems unphased.
Nogueira is looking to clinch but Weismuller is avoiding it.
Weismuller tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL#
Weismuller clinches with his opponent.
Nogueira goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nogueira blocks a body shot from Weismuller.
Nogueira taking a breather.
Nogueira digs a right hand underneath Weismuller's ribcage. Weismuller let out a lung full of air as it connected.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Tommy Weismuller will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Weismuller throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A big left from Weismuller misses.
We've been told by Weismuller's head coaches at Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Weismuller takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Weismuller connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Nogueira momentarily. #CL#
Weismuller has closed the distance and engaged Nogueira in a clinch.
Weismuller throws a head punch that misses.
Tommy Weismuller has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Weismuller keeps control of Nogueira as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nogueira . #BC2#
Nogueira breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nogueira takes a swing at Weismuller's ribcage but misses.
Nogueira pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nogueira dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Weismuller moves into the clinch.
Weismuller throws a head punch that misses.
A short left from Nogueira .
Weismuller throws a head punch that misses.
A short right from Weismuller. #T1#
Weismuller can't find room to land a body shot as Nogueira controls the action.
Weismuller lands a nice uppercut.
A right handed body shot lands from Weismuller.
Nogueira blocking some punches.
Weismuller has a couple of punches blocked by Nogueira .
Weismuller misses with a hook from the clinch.
Weismuller is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nogueira can do to turn this around?#BC2#
Nogueira breaks the clinch.
Weismuller moves to clinch but Nogueira breaks away
and Nogueira counters with a three punch combo that has Weismuller backing up. Weismuller nods at Nogueira to acknowledge the strikes.
Weismuller wants to clinch up but Nogueira keeps it at a distance.
Nogueira circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nogueira steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Weismuller.#CL#
Weismuller drives through and clinches with Nogueira against the cage.
Weismuller tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Weismuller tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Nogueira 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Good exchange - Weismuller coming out on top.#T2#
Weismuller swats away the attempt to clinch by Nogueira .
Weismuller is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Nogueira misses with a jab, cross combination.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nogueira swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Weismuller tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Nogueira manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Weismuller swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Anderson Nogueira is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nogueira misses with a looping left.
Weismuller tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL#
Weismuller rushes Nogueira and presses him up against the cage.
Weismuller misses with a punch on the inside.
Weismuller fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Weismuller swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nogueira misses with a body punch.
Weismuller working aggressively here.
Nogueira blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Weismuller stalling against the cage.
Nogueira tries to circle away but Weismuller has him pinned against the cage.#T3#
Nogueira blocks an uppercut.
Nogueira scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Nogueira blocks an uppercut.
A right hand to the body from Weismuller.
Nogueira scores with a nice hook to the head.
Weismuller lands a hook to the side of the head.
Weismuller goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Weismuller controlling the action here for a moment.
Nogueira is trying to break free.
Weismuller lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Nogueira or not.
A nice left hand lands by Weismuller.
Weismuller lands with a short punch from the clinch. #BC2#
Nogueira breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T4#
Nogueira avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Weismuller tries to clinch there but Nogueira circles away.
Weismuller lands with a shot to the body.
Weismuller staying out of range there.#CL#
Weismuller gets in close and instigates 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!
A short body shot lands from Nogueira as the two fighters clinch.
Nogueira lands with a left to the head.
Weismuller tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nogueira 's elbow.
Nogueira is trying to break free.
Nogueira misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nogueira .
Weismuller working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Weismuller gets through Nogueira 's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nogueira tries to circle away but Weismuller has him pinned against the cage.
Nogueira works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Nogueira wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Weismuller has him pressed against the cage.
Weismuller blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tommy Weismuller dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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#
Weismuller tries to clinch but Nogueira is having none of it.
Weismuller keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Nogueira .
Weismuller takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Nogueira misses with a double jab #CL#
and Weismuller counters by clinching up.
Weismuller swings wildly with an uppercut but Nogueira uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Nogueira breaks from the clinch.
Nogueira lands a really nice looking cross but Weismuller seems unphased.
Weismuller scores with a jab to the body.
Nogueira throws a jab when Weismuller was well out of range.
Weismuller seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Weismuller tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Nogueira paws at him with a jab and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Weismuller is looking to clinch.
Nogueira throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Weismuller to counter with a crisp jab.
Anderson Nogueira seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL#
Weismuller moves into the clinch.
Weismuller lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
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!
Weismuller has a couple of punches blocked by Nogueira . #T1##BC#
Weismuller breaks the clinch.
Nice shot by Nogueira .
Nogueira wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Weismuller's corner calls for a 1-2. Weismuller obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #ROC#Nogueira is rocked!
Nogueira throws a predictable looking body shot #CL#
and Weismuller holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Nogueira is still on wobbly legs! Can Weismuller finish him?
Nogueira blocks an uppercut.
Nogueira blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Weismuller misses with a punch on the inside.
Nogueira seems to have recovered his senses.
Weismuller struggles to land a body shot inside as Nogueira controls his hands.
A short right from Weismuller.
Nogueira blocks a body shot from Weismuller.
Weismuller lands a hook that snaps the head of Nogueira backwards.
Nogueira lands with a left to the head.
Weismuller creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Nogueira with a big uppercut! Nogueira tries to clinch up but Weismuller pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Nogueira to the mat! Nogueira covers up and Weismuller unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Tommy Weismuller!
An out of breath and clearly excited Tommy Weismuller thanked FUClothing for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

 

Event: TWGC 34 (265+lbs, D3): Finals - Round 2     
Date:   Jul 09, 2021





175 cm
26 yrs
209 lbs



188 cm
26 yrs
222 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 7 losses; Anderson Nogueira ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Shogun Silva!
The judges for this bout are Nard Betker, Aafke Stam and Wagner Zegers.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Silva scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Nogueira (0) vs (2) Silva
Nogueira wants to improve his position but Silva is controlling well.
Nogueira is trying to maintain the position but Silva is very close to passing his half guard.
Silva wants to take a breather but Nogueira is having none of it.
Silva wants to pass to mount but Nogueira is defending the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nogueira is staying active underneath Silva, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
We've been hearing good reports from Nogueira '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.#T1#
Silva stalling.
Nogueira is positioning himself well to prevent Silva advancing to mount.
Nogueira trying to control but Silva postures up.
Nogueira wants to improve his position but Silva is controlling well. #T2#
Silva is trying to control. Nogueira wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Nogueira wants to get back to full guard.
Silva takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Nogueira tries to roll over but Silva keeps him under control.
Silva sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Nogueira controlling the position for now.#T3#
Silva wants to take a breather but Nogueira is having none of it.
Nogueira has his hands clasped together around Silva's back. He's all about the action.
Silva takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T4#
Silva's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Nogueira controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Nogueira is trying to control but can't.
Silva controlling the action here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T5#
Nogueira is trying is best to control the position here.
Nogueira is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Silva is controlling the pace. #T6##T7#
Nogueira moves into full guard.
Silva is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T8#
Silva postures up.
Silva engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Nogueira keeping moving, preventing Silva from controlling successfully. #T9#
Nogueira is trying to control the position but Silva postures up.
Silva is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Nogueira looking for a sweep. Not yet Nogueira , not yet.
Silva showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T10#
Silva won't allow Nogueira to sweep him here.
Silva controlling from the top position.
Silva forces his way into half guard.#T11#
Nogueira preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Silva is trying to control. Nogueira wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Silva content to control rather than advance. #T12#
Nogueira manages to get to full guard.
Nogueira controlling Silva's posture. #T13#
Silva trying to control the position from guard on top but Nogueira is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nogueira is controlling Silva's posture.#T14#
Nogueira not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Silva trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nogueira has control of Silva's left arm, preventing Silva from doing any damage.
Nogueira being controlled here, momentarily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Silva wins on points by 2 to 0.

 

Event: TWGC 34 (265+lbs, D3): Finals - Round 1     
Date:   Jul 08, 2021





186 cm
37 yrs
215 lbs



175 cm
26 yrs
209 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Steel Penn Jr! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 7 losses; Anderson Nogueira !
The judges for this bout are Daniel Blasius, Wagner Zegers and Aafke Stam.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Penn Jr keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Penn Jr changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Penn Jr.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Penn Jr (4) vs (0) Nogueira
Nogueira is trying to control Penn Jr's posture but Penn Jr avoids it.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Nogueira being controlled for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nogueira wants to control but Penn Jr postures up.#T1#
Nogueira tries to improve position but can't.
Penn Jr controls the position from side control.
Nogueira wants to control but Penn Jr postures up.
Nogueira is looking for a sweep.
Nogueira manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Nogueira felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#T2#
Nogueira is pressing down on Penn Jr's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Nogueira being controlled here, momentarily.
Nogueira has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Penn Jr has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T3#
Penn Jr stopping the sweep attempt from Nogueira .
Penn Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Nogueira is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Penn Jr controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Penn Jr being controlled here momentarily. #T4#
Penn Jr engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Nogueira is trying to control the position but Penn Jr postures up.
Nogueira looking for a sweep. Not yet Nogueira , not yet.
Nogueira bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Penn Jr's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Penn Jr (4) vs (2) Nogueira #T5#
Penn Jr looking to control.
Nogueira looking to pass the guard.
Penn Jr wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Nogueira showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Penn Jr has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T6#
Nogueira tries to free his leg and advance position but Penn Jr is retaining full guard.
Nogueira is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
It looks like Nogueira 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.#T7#
Penn Jr wants to sweep but no luck. #T8#
Nogueira engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Nogueira passes Penn Jr's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Nogueira perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T9#
Nogueira is looking to take a break and control but Penn Jr is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Nogueira wants to free his trapped foot but Penn Jr is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Penn Jr tries to get to full guard but Nogueira has control of the leg. #T10#
Penn Jr wants to control but Nogueira is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Nogueira keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Let's hope that Nogueira 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.
Nogueira 's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Penn Jr is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#T11##SUB#
Penn Jr actively working from the bottom here.
Penn Jr is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Penn Jr tries to get to full guard but Nogueira has control of the leg. #T12#
Nogueira tries to pass to full mount but Penn Jr defends it.
Penn Jr is looking for a sweep. Nogueira is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Penn Jr is working hard here to advance position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Penn Jr holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #T13#
Nogueira content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Nogueira moves into full mount! Penn Jr won't be happy about that!
Score +3 for passing guard: Penn Jr (4) vs (5) Nogueira #T14#
Penn Jr tries to lock up and control but Nogueira gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Nogueira tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Penn Jr tries to lock up and control but Nogueira gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Nogueira prevents Penn Jr from getting the reversal.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nogueira looking to control and managing it successfully.

And that's the end of the fight!
Nogueira wins on points by 5 to 4.

 

Event: TWGC 34 (265+lbs, D3): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1     
Date:   Jun 29, 2021





225 cm
18 yrs
300 lbs



175 cm
26 yrs
209 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Earl Walker! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 7 losses; Anderson Nogueira !
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Alec Ball and Steve Smith.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Nogueira shoots in for a takedown but Walker shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#TD2#
Walker gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Nogueira to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Walker (0) vs (2) Nogueira
Nogueira slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Walker is trying to control the position but Nogueira postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Walker wants to sweep here but Nogueira controlling him for the moment.
Walker is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T1##SUB#
Walker throws his legs up looking for a submission but Nogueira uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Walker (0) vs (5) Nogueira
Walker manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Walker (2) vs (5) Nogueira #SUB#
Walker is working for a kimura but Nogueira is defending it quite comfortably.
Nogueira has his hands clasped together around Walker's back. He's all about the action.
Nogueira moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T2#
Nogueira is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Walker definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Walker is looking to advance position but Nogueira has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Walker (2) vs (9) Nogueira
Nogueira fails to move to back control.
Nogueira content just to control the position here.
My spies in HELLCADEMY inform me that Nogueira has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Walker has given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Walker (2) vs (12) Nogueira #T3#
Walker wants to control his opponent's hands but Nogueira gets his hands free.
I would not like to be Walker right now.
It looks like Nogueira 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.
Walker tries to escape the position. #T4#
Walker trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Walker can't escape the position.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Nogueira controlling the positon.
Nogueira has the hooks in. Walker is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Walker is looking to escape here. Oh dear - Nogueira has locked on a rear naked choke here! Walker is tapping out! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Anderson Nogueira !

 

Event: TWGC 33 (170lbs, D4): Helsinki Qualifier - Round 1     
Date:   May 10, 2021





175 cm
26 yrs
197 lbs



180 cm
20 yrs
155 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 6 losses; Anderson Nogueira ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Karsten Koererlaerer!
The judges for this bout are Matti Vanhoillinen, Roosa Järviläinen and Ben Zyskovitsi.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Koererlaerer fails with a takedown attempt. #TD2#
Koererlaerer closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Nogueira 's guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Nogueira (0) vs (2) Koererlaerer
Koererlaerer must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Nogueira pulls Koererlaerer in close to prevent any damage.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Koererlaerer working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Koererlaerer tries to free his leg and advance position but Nogueira is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nogueira trying to control the position here.
Koererlaerer wants to pass the guard but Nogueira is keeping the position.#T1#
Koererlaerer preventing the sweep.
Koererlaerer looking to sit in guard and control but Nogueira gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nogueira (2) vs (2) Koererlaerer
Koererlaerer keeping full guard, as Nogueira tries to pass.
Koererlaerer working a defensive guard here.
Nogueira stopping the sweep attempt from Koererlaerer.
Koererlaerer trying to control the position. #T2#
Koererlaerer manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Nogueira manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nogueira (2) vs (4) Koererlaerer
Koererlaerer tries to free his leg and advance position but Nogueira is retaining full guard.
Nogueira pulls Koererlaerer in to control the position.
Nogueira keeping moving, preventing Koererlaerer from controlling successfully.
Nogueira is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Nogueira keeping moving, preventing Koererlaerer from controlling successfully. #T3#
Nogueira is controlling Koererlaerer's posture.
Nogueira '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.
Nogueira keeping full guard, as Koererlaerer tries to pass.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Koererlaerer drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Nogueira manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Koererlaerer has Nogueira in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nogueira (4) vs (4) Koererlaerer
Nogueira trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T4#
Koererlaerer wants to sweep here but Nogueira controlling him for the moment.
Nogueira is looking to advance position but Koererlaerer has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Nogueira (4) vs (8) Koererlaerer
Nogueira tries to hold on but Koererlaerer pushes him away. #SUB2#
Koererlaerer goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Nogueira turns into him and now he's in Koererlaerer's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nogueira (6) vs (8) Koererlaerer
Koererlaerer is trying to keep Nogueira in close.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T5#
Koererlaerer looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Nogueira puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Nogueira prevents Koererlaerer from improving his position.
Koererlaerer regains full guard. Nicely done.
Koererlaerer 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.
Koererlaerer trying to control the position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Koererlaerer can do anything to dispel that myth.#T6#
Koererlaerer wants to sweep but no luck.
Nogueira controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Koererlaerer is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Nogueira controls from within his opponent's guard.
Koererlaerer wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Nogueira is now in half guard.
Koererlaerer is trying to control but can't. #T7#
Koererlaerer tries to get to full guard but Nogueira has control of the leg.
Still in half guard, Nogueira seems content to control.
Koererlaerer is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Nogueira 's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Nogueira 's back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Nogueira (6) vs (12) Koererlaerer
Nogueira tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #SUB2#
Koererlaerer goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Nogueira turns into him and now he's in Koererlaerer's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nogueira (8) vs (12) Koererlaerer
Nogueira wants to pass the guard but Koererlaerer is keeping the position.
Koererlaerer wants to sweep but no luck. #T8#
Nogueira stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Koererlaerer swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Koererlaerer looking for a sweep. Not yet Koererlaerer, not yet.
Koererlaerer working a defensive guard here.
Koererlaerer is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Koererlaerer can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Nogueira controls the pace.#T9#
Koererlaerer looking to control.
Nogueira preventing the sweep.
Nogueira stays in close to Koererlaerer's body and controls the position.
Koererlaerer trying to control the position. #T10#
Koererlaerer working a defensive guard but Nogueira manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Nogueira (11) vs (12) Koererlaerer
Koererlaerer tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Koererlaerer is letting Nogueira control him for a moment.
Koererlaerer tries to buck Nogueira off but Nogueira is having none of it.#T11#
Nogueira staying calm.
Koererlaerer is trying to get back to half guard.
Nogueira taking a breather here. #T12#
Nogueira working away.
Koererlaerer tries to buck Nogueira off but Nogueira is having none of it.
Koererlaerer is trying to escape the position but Nogueira is controlling the position.
Koererlaerer is looking to regain half guard here but Nogueira keeps moving and retains side control. #T13#
Koererlaerer wants to control but Nogueira postures up.
Koererlaerer tries to buck Nogueira off but Nogueira is having none of it.
Nogueira controls the position from side control.
Koererlaerer is trying to get back to half guard.#T14#
Koererlaerer is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Nogueira 's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Nogueira tries to pass to full mount but Koererlaerer defends it.
Koererlaerer is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nogueira controlling the action here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Koererlaerer wins on points by 12 to 11.

 

Event: Syn Gusmao vs Barbosa     
Date:   Apr 04, 2021
#R1#
A head kick from Nogueira lands but Gracie takes it in his stride. #CUT2#It looks like Rock Gracie has been cut.
Nogueira blocks a head kick by Gracie.
Nogueira stuffs the takedown attempt from Gracie. Gracie gets slowly back to his feet.
Nice shot by Nogueira .
Nogueira lands with a nice body punch. #KD2#
Nogueira lands a big head kick that sends Gracie tumbling to the mat! Nogueira takes a step backwards and waves Gracie back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#Gracie is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nogueira lands a big right hook! Gracie looks hurt but is still standing! Nogueira lands a left jab and another right hook! This time Gracie falls down and Nogueira dives in with a huge hammer fist! Gracie's eyes roll back! The referee calls for the bell and Nogueira runs up the cage to celebrate with his fans!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Anderson Nogueira !

 

Event: Syn Kilo vs Piano 3     
Date:   Mar 28, 2021
#R1#
Nogueira misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Dez Havok seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Havok swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nogueira misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nogueira tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nogueira throws a jab when Havok was well out of range.
Nogueira walks into a left hand.
Nogueira throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Havok.
Havok just misses with a punch to the body.
Nogueira goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Nogueira tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nogueira tries a head kick but it misses.
Havok unleashes a big counter combination but Nogueira bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Nogueira avoids the head kick by Havok.
Nogueira is looking to counter with head kicks.
Havok throws a sloppy head kick and Nogueira moves out of range easily.
Nogueira pulls out of a head kick attempt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses.
Nogueira avoids the head kick by Havok. #CL2#
Havok forces Nogueira back against the cage and clinches.
A nice left hand lands by Nogueira .
Havok tries to break the clinch but Nogueira is controlling the position.
Nogueira throws a knee to the head but misses.
Havok scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T1##BC2#
Havok pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Havok lands a nice hook to Nogueira 's body. Nogueira takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Havok throws a head kick but Nogueira moves out of range.
Nogueira pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nogueira walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Nogueira looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nogueira throws a sloppy head kick and Havok moves out of range easily.
Havok throws out a counter right but Nogueira avoids it with no problem.
Nogueira blocks a head kick by Havok.
Nogueira went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Havok throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Havok waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nogueira .
Nogueira takes one to the side of the head.
Nogueira blocks a head kick by Havok.
Havok keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nogueira misses the shot to the body.
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Havok jabs at Nogueira 's body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nogueira lands with a kick to the temple. Havok shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Havok blocks a head kick by Nogueira .
Havok blocks a head kick by Nogueira . #T2#
Havok throws a jab when Nogueira was well out of range.
Nogueira throws a big counter combination but Havok scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Havok, as that shot connected.
Havok pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Havok throws a sloppy head kick and Nogueira moves out of range easily.
Havok throws a sloppy head kick and Nogueira moves out of range easily.
Nogueira tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A head kick misses from Havok.
Havok misses with a head kick.
Havok fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Nogueira throws a sloppy head kick and Havok moves out of range easily.
Nogueira pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Havok blocks a head kick by Nogueira .
Nogueira slips a jab and a cross from Havok.
Havok connects with a looping right hand.
A head kick misses from Nogueira .
Havok misses with a head kick.
Nogueira seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Havok tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Havok pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nogueira misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #T3#
Nogueira looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Nogueira lands a nice shot to the body.
Havok ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nogueira moves away.
Nogueira tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nogueira scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Nogueira throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Havok.
Havok misses with a head kick.
Nogueira throws a head kick but Havok moves out of range.
Havok tries a low kick but Nogueira avoids it.
Nogueira bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Havok throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Nogueira .
Nogueira is looking to counter punch.
Nogueira scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Havok throws a head kick but Nogueira moves out of range.
Havok blocks a head kick by Nogueira .
Nogueira avoids the head kick by Havok.
Havok has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#CL#
Nogueira has managed to clinch.
Nogueira keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Havok's efforts to push away.#T4#
Nogueira lands a right hand.
Nogueira lands with a short shot to the head.
Havok is trying to break free.#BC2#
Havok's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A head kick misses from Nogueira .
Havok dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Havok shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Nogueira eats them both and turns towards Havok to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Havok misses with a wild body shot.
Havok misses with a kick to the body.
Nogueira misses with a body shot.
Havok throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nogueira misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Havok.
Nogueira throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Havok on the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nogueira uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Havok.#CL#
Nogueira closes the distance and pushes Havok back into the cage.
Nogueira makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nogueira .
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Anderson Nogueira will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Havok misses with a head kick.
Nogueira is looking to counter with head kicks.
Nogueira misses with a head kick.
Havok is trying to counter with his kicks.
Nogueira misses with a wild body shot.
Havok blocks a head kick by Nogueira .
Nogueira is looking to wear down Havok with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Nice uppercut there from Havok.
Nogueira throws a sloppy head kick and Havok moves out of range easily.
Nogueira pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Havok throws a head kick that misses.
Nogueira swings for the body but Havok moves out of range.
Nogueira throws a sloppy head kick and Havok moves out of range easily.
Nogueira pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nogueira lands a nice shot that snaps Havok's head back.
Some wild striking there from Havok.
Nogueira is looking to counter with head kicks.
Nogueira misses the shot to the body.
Nogueira takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Havok throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Havok tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nogueira was well out of range. Poor timing from Havok.#T1#
Nice jab there from Nogueira .
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Havok dodges the punch combination from Nogueira .
Havok misses with a body shot.
Havok misses with a straight left.
Havok misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nogueira .
Havok pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nogueira plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
A head kick misses from Nogueira .
Nogueira pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A nice side step and Havok releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Nogueira thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nogueira takes one on the button.
Havok misses with a low kick as Nogueira jumps back.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Nice uppercut there from Nogueira .
A head kick misses from Havok.
Nogueira is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Havok throws a looping overhand right but Nogueira ducks down to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nogueira stuns Havok with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T2#
A head kick misses from Nogueira .
Havok throws a body punch but Nogueira moves out of range.
Nogueira throws a big counter combination but Havok scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Nogueira pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Havok uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Nogueira .
Nogueira jabs Havok to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Havok throws a right and a left that Nogueira avoids nicely.
A counter left hand to the body from Nogueira misses its target.
Havok tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Havok swings for the body but Nogueira moves out of range.
Nogueira avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Havok misses with a head kick.
Havok is breathing heavily.
A head kick misses from Havok.
Nogueira throws a body shot but no joy.
Nogueira lands a nice shot that snaps Havok's head back.
Nogueira swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nogueira scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Havok throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A head kick misses from Havok. #T3#
Havok misses with a head kick.
Havok misses the shot to the body.
Havok misses with a two punch combination.
Havok throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Havok misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nogueira misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nogueira scores with a hook.
Havok throws a head kick that misses
and Nogueira counters with a three punch combo that has Havok backing up. Havok nods at Nogueira to acknowledge the strikes.
Nogueira lands a big head kick that sends Havok to the canvas! Nogueira follows up with strikes from the mount that forces the ref to step in and stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Anderson Nogueira !

 

Event: Syn 763     
Date:   Dec 06, 2020
#R1#
Gracie throws a lazy head kick
and Nogueira counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Gracie throws a sloppy head kick and Nogueira moves out of range easily.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#CL#
Gracie has managed to clinch.
Nogueira misses with a knee to the head.
Gracie gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #CUT#It looks like Anderson Nogueira has been cut.
Nogueira dodges an elbow strike from Gracie.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the head but Gracie blocks with his arms.
A nice left hand lands by Nogueira . #BC#
Gracie pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Gracie tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A combination from Nogueira does no damage.
Gracie was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Gracie looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Gracie tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nice defenses there by Gracie.
Nogueira looks to land a right hand but Gracie moved out of range.
Gracie cracks Nogueira with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gracie catches Nogueira with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A head kick misses from Gracie.
Nogueira misses with a head kick.
Gracie moves out of range of the strikes.
Gracie throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Nogueira throws out a counter right but Gracie avoids it with no problem.#T1#
Nogueira jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nogueira falls off balance throwing a combination
letting Gracie counter with a right hand.
A head kick misses from Gracie. #CL#
Gracie closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Gracie avoids the elbow strike from Nogueira , against the cage.
Gracie misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Gracie blocks the elbow strike.
Nogueira has a couple of punches blocked by Gracie.
Gracie tries a knee to the head but Nogueira blocks it.
Nogueira tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nogueira on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Nogueira lands an uppercut.
Gracie is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Nogueira is defending well for now.
Gracie blocks an elbow strike from Nogueira .
Gracie lands a body shot in the clinch.
Gracie tries to work over Nogueira 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Gracie pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A jab from Gracie does it's job there.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gracie misses with a double jab.
Nogueira steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gracie.
Nogueira tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Gracie throws a body punch but Nogueira moves out of range.
Gracie throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Gracie tries a head kick but it misses.
Gracie avoids the head kick by Nogueira .
A head kick misses from Nogueira .
Nogueira scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
A left and a right from Gracie both land. Nice combination.
Nogueira avoids a punch combination nicely.
Nogueira tries a head kick but it misses.
Nogueira misses with a head kick.
Nogueira misses with a hook
and Gracie counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses.
Gracie was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Nogueira looks to score with a jab to the body but Gracie is just out of range.
Gracie is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T3#
Gracie throws a head kick that misses.
A good leg kick by Nogueira .
Nogueira misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Gracie was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Nogueira bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Gracie throws a sloppy head kick
and Nogueira counters with a nice uppercut.
Gracie throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Nogueira .
Gracie misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Gracie misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #CL#
Gracie moves into range and clinches up with Nogueira .
Nogueira has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Gracie seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Nogueira can turn it around.
Gracie stalling against the cage.
Nogueira on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Nogueira is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Gracie is defending well for now.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the head but Gracie blocks with his arms.
Nogueira prevents a body shot from Gracie.
Gracie is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Nogueira is defending well for now.#BC#
Gracie manages to break the clinch.
Nogueira throws a right and a left that Gracie avoids nicely.
Gracie throwing a counter right hand but Nogueira manages to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nogueira throws a nice looking combination but Gracie bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T4#
Nogueira avoids the head kick by Gracie.
Nogueira lands with a slapping head kick.
Gracie scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Gracie is looking to land body kicks.
Nogueira pulls out of a head kick attempt. #CL#
Gracie rushes Nogueira and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Gracie misses with a knee to the head.
Gracie can't find room to land a body shot as Nogueira controls the action.
Gracie with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Nogueira throws an elbow that misses.
Nogueira throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Gracie blocks it with crossed arms.
Gracie doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Gracie throws an elbow that misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Gracie scores with a nice hook to the head.
Nogueira with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Gracie with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Gracie pushes Nogueira back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Nogueira misses with a punch to the body.
Nogueira with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Holden Gracie dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Anderson Nogueira '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.#R2#
Gracie looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Gracie throws a right hand that Nogueira ducks under and follows up with a left that Nogueira also avoids with ease.
Nogueira tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Gracie throws a sloppy head kick and Nogueira moves out of range easily.
Gracie ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nogueira moves away.
Gracie throws a head kick but Nogueira moves out of range.
Gracie tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A big left from Nogueira misses.
Gracie throws a sloppy head kick and Nogueira moves out of range easily.
It seemed like Nogueira was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nogueira throws a sloppy head kick and Gracie moves out of range easily.
Gracie avoids the head kick by Nogueira .
Gracie has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Gracie misses with a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nogueira throws a one two combo.
Gracie fails to land with a series of punches.
Gracie throws an off balance right hand
enabling Nogueira to counter with a crisp jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL#
Gracie has closed the distance and engaged Nogueira in a clinch.
Gracie throws a punch but it's blocked by Nogueira . #T1#
Nogueira throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Gracies head.
A right hand to the body from Gracie.
Nogueira with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Gracie stalling in the clinch.
Gracie is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Nogueira is defending well for now.
Nogueira is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Gracie is defending well for now.
Nogueira has a couple of punches blocked by Gracie.
Gracie avoiding damage as Nogueira throws knees to the body. #BC#
Gracie breaks from the clinch.
Gracie swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Gracie misses with a wild combination.
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses.
Gracie throws a head kick that misses
and Nogueira counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jab from Gracie.
Gracie pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nogueira looks to land a body kick but Gracie moved away.
Gracie is looking to counter punch.
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
It looked like Gracie wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T2#
Nogueira misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
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!
Nogueira throws a body shot but no joy.
Nogueira misses with the combination.
Nogueira tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Gracie defending well as Nogueira loads up on a big left hand.
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nogueira might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Nogueira keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Holden Gracie is winning the standup battle so far.
Gracie avoids the body shot from Nogueira .
Gracie avoids the head kick by Nogueira .
It looked like Gracie wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#CL#
Gracie instigates a clinch.
Nogueira tries to throw a body punch but Gracie avoids it by throwing Nogueira back against the cage.
Nice body punch from Gracie.
Nogueira is breathing heavily.
Nogueira throws an elbow that misses.
Holden Gracie has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Nogueira with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Gracie lands a nice shot to the body.
Gracie stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#T3##BC#
Gracie breaks the clinch.
Nogueira connects with a single shot there.
Gracie tries a head kick but it misses.
The fighters circling - Nogueira throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Gracie throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand. #CL#
Gracie closes the distance and clinches.
Gracie blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nogueira misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Gracie.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Nogueira just misses with a elbow thrown towards Gracie's brow.
Gracie stalling in the clinch.
A short left from Gracie.
A knee to the head by Nogueira .
A right handed body shot lands from Gracie.
Gracie digs a right hand into Nogueira 's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nogueira 's gas tank.
Gracie throws a knee to the head but misses.
Gracie lands an elbow that stopped Nogueira in his tracks for a moment.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC#
Gracie's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Gracie cracks Nogueira with a good jab.#T4#
Nogueira wants to clinch.
Nogueira throws a head kick but Gracie moves out of range.
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Gracie!
Gracie swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gracie throws a series of strikes that have Nogueira backpedaling.
Gracie takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Gracie throws a head kick that misses
letting Nogueira counter with a right hand.
Gracie lands a head kick!
Nogueira pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Gracie fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nogueira manages to avoid it.
Gracie works the jab nicely.
Gracie avoids the head kick by Nogueira .
A little feinted left hand from Gracie on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Gracie misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Holden Gracie dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Anderson Nogueira 's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Gracie misses with a two punch combination.
Nogueira scores with a jab. Gracie acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Gracie blocks a head kick by Nogueira .
Gracie swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Nogueira counters with a nice uppercut.
Gracie throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Gracie swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Nogueira stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Gracie misses with a wild body shot.
Nogueira misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gracie.
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Gracie tries a head kick but it misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Decent striking displayed by Gracie there.
Gracie misses with a body shot.
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Gracie lands a jab to Nogueira 's midsection.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nogueira tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Gracie is looking to counter punch.
Nogueira takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Nogueira tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Gracie throws a one two combo.
Gracie scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Nogueira throws a right and a left that Gracie avoids nicely.
Holden Gracie is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nogueira throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Gracie misses with a shot to the body
and Nogueira counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Gracie throws a head kick that misses.
Gracie throws a head kick but Nogueira moves out of range.
Nogueira swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nogueira dodges the punch combination from Gracie.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Nogueira , as that shot connected.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gracie throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nogueira misses with a straight left. #T2#
Nogueira tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Gracie jabs Nogueira right on the nose. Nogueira blinks but takes it well.
Gracie swings widly with a right hand
and Nogueira counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nogueira connects with an inside leg kick.
Gracie misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Gracie connects with a body shot.
Nogueira throws a shot from downtown. Gracie moves away and avoids it.
Nogueira shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Gracie eats them both and turns towards Nogueira to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Gracie misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Gracie moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Gracie fails to land with a series of punches.
Nogueira throws a head kick but Gracie moves out of range. #CL#
Gracie gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Nogueira stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Gracie misses with a short punch on the inside.
Gracie digs a right hand into Nogueira 's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nogueira 's gas tank. #T3#
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but Gracie blocks it.
Gracie trying to land knees to the body.
Gracie is trying to break free.
Nogueira missing with knees to the body.
Gracie's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Gracie is looking to control Nogueira 's arms but Nogueira gets an underhook and turns him. Now Gracie has his back to the cage.
Nogueira trying to land knees to the body.
Nogueira misses with an elbow strike.
Gracie misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nogueira throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Gracie lands a right hand.
Gracie is trying to maintain a safe position but Nogueira gets an underhook and turns Gracie into the cage.
Nogueira blocks an elbow strike.
Gracie works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
A shot in the inside from Nogueira .
Gracie is stalling here.
Gracie looking to throw knees to the head but Nogueira is blocking nicely. #T4#
Gracie digs a right hand into Nogueira 's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nogueira 's gas tank.
Gracie blocking some punches.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Gracie.
A nice left hand lands by Gracie.
Gracie doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nogueira throws a punch but it's blocked by Gracie.
This has been an exciting period of action!
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Nogueira creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Gracie struggles to land a body shot inside as Nogueira controls his hands. #BC#
Gracie breaks from the clinch.
Nogueira tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Some wild striking there from Nogueira .
An attempted straight right counter from Gracie misses the target.
Nogueira doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Gracie misses with the combination.
Anderson Nogueira has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nogueira tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Holden Gracie.
Well Gracie 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 William Gold scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 29:28
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Holden Gracie!

 

Event: Syn YB Sol 1st round     
Date:   Aug 07, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL#
Nogueira has Silva up against the cage in a clinch.
Nogueira tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Silva's elbow.
Nogueira lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Silva.
Silva tries to throw a body punch but Nogueira avoids it by throwing Silva back against the cage.
Silva misses with a body punch.
Silva lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nogueira scores with a shoulder strike.
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Silva lands a body shot.
Nogueira blocks a body shot from Silva.
Silva struggles to land a body shot inside as Nogueira controls his hands.
Nogueira unloads a knee to the mid-section. Silva lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Silva tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nogueira prevents a body shot from Silva.
Silva tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nogueira 's elbow.
Nogueira lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Silva lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Nogueira backwards.
Silva scores with a nice hook to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nogueira throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Silva lands with a light punch inside.
Nogueira lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Still in the clinch, Silva scores with a nice short uppercut.
Nogueira scores with a knee to the head. #CUT#It looks like Shogun Silva has been cut.#T1#
Silva takes a knee right on the jaw!
Silva lands with a short shot to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nogueira .
Nice body punch from Nogueira - that landed with a thud.
Silva avoiding damage as Nogueira throws knees to the body.
Nogueira misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nogueira misses with a hook from the clinch.
Silva leaning his opponent against the cage.
Nogueira blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Silva lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Nogueira misses with a body punch.
Nogueira misses with an elbow over the top.
A right handed body shot lands from Silva.
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Nogueira looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Nogueira misses with a knee to the head.
Silva blocks the elbow strike.
Silva lands with a short shot to the head.
Nogueira trying to land knees to the body. #T2#
Silva blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Silva leaning against his opponent.
Silva working some nice short punches in the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Silva creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Silva tries a body shot but Nogueira blocks it.
Silva lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Nogueira throws a head punch that misses.
Silva lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Silva works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A body shot lands from Silva.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Nogueira .
Silva lands a nice uppercut.
Silva avoiding damage as Nogueira throws knees to the body.
Nogueira missing with knees to the body.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Nogueira misses with a punch on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Silva.
Nogueira prevents a body shot from Silva.
Silva blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Nice body punch from Silva - that landed with a thud.
Nogueira is breathing heavily.
Silva lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T3#
Nogueira tries a knee to the head but Silva blocks it.
Silva tries to throw a body punch but Nogueira avoids it by throwing Silva back against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Silva.
Silva goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nogueira misses with a short punch on the inside.
Silva lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Silva working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Nogueira with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
A short right from Silva on the inside.
Nogueira being controlled against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Silva.
Nogueira swings wildly with an uppercut but Silva uses good head movement to avoid it.
Silva lands a hook that snaps the head of Nogueira backwards.
Nogueira blocks a body shot from Silva.
Silva misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nogueira with an attempt at a knee that misses.
A right hand to the body from Silva.
Nogueira misses with a punch on the inside. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Silva lands with a left to the head.
Nogueira looking to throw knees to the head but Silva is blocking nicely.
Silva blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Nogueira misses with a knee to the head.
Silva lands a hook that snaps the head of Nogueira backwards.
Still in the clinch, Silva scores with a nice short uppercut.
A shot in the inside from Silva.
Silva lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Nogueira takes a shot to the head. #ROC2#Nogueira is rocked!
Silva is working Nogueira over against the cage.
Oh Nogueira is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
With the fighters up against the cage, Nogueira throws an elbow but misses.
A shot in the inside from Silva.
Silva unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Nogueira ! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Silva is unloading with more strikes now! Nogueira drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Shogun Silva!

 

Event: TWGC 30 (155lbs, D4): Finals - Round 1     
Date:   Jul 18, 2020





173 cm
18 yrs
160 lbs



175 cm
22 yrs
170 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Diego Lugano! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 5 losses; Anderson Nogueira !
The judges for this bout are Robert Douchet, Alec Ball and Elvis Blanc.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Nogueira moves into the clinch.#TD#
Lugano jumps guard.
Lugano trying to control the position.
Lugano 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: Lugano (2) vs (0) Nogueira
Nogueira really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Lugano. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Nogueira wants to control but Lugano is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Nogueira is not content to let Lugano control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lugano looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Lugano is pressing down on Nogueira 's thigh, looking to free his foot. Nogueira is holding on for now. #T1#
Nogueira tries to roll over but Lugano keeps him under control.
Lugano trying to pass the guard but Nogueira defending well.
Lugano is trying to control. Nogueira wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T2#
Nogueira is in trouble now - Lugano has advanced to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Lugano (5) vs (0) Nogueira
Lugano fails to advance to Nogueira 's back.
Nogueira wants to control but Lugano is having none of it.
Lugano fails to take his opponent's back.
Lugano controlling his opponent. #T3#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nogueira keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Lugano trying to control but Nogueira is having none of it.
Nogueira prevents Lugano from taking his back.#T4#
Lugano controlling the pace for now.
Nogueira prevents Lugano from taking his back.
Lugano takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Score +3 for taking back: Lugano (8) vs (0) Nogueira
Nogueira tries to break free. #T5#
Nogueira is keeping busy.
Lugano gets his hands free as Nogueira looks to control.
A lull in the action here. #SUB#
Nogueira showing good submission defense here.
Lugano trying to control.#T6#
Lugano controls the action.
Nogueira tries to escape but Lugano has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB#
Lugano is looking for a choke. Nogueira gets to his feet with his opponent on his back and slams him to the mat. Nogueira manages to squirm out of the attempted choke and turns into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lugano (8) vs (2) Nogueira
Nogueira stopping the sweep attempt from Lugano.#T7#
Nogueira is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Lugano is trying to hold Nogueira in close to prevent damage but Nogueira has managed to pass into half guard.
Lugano trying to control from the bottom.
Lugano is looking to improve his position.
Nogueira is thwarting Lugano's attempts to control the position.#T8#
Lugano is concentrating on defense, preventing Nogueira from advancing position.
Lugano is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Nogueira controlling the pace.
Nogueira is looking to advance position but Lugano won't allow it.
The fighters are battling for position here. Lugano manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T9#
Lugano working a defensive guard here.
Nogueira trying to control the position from guard on top but Lugano is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lugano is trying to control the position but Nogueira postures up.
Lugano looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T10#
Lugano keeping moving, preventing Nogueira from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lugano looking to control.
Lugano is controlling Nogueira 's posture.
Lugano keeping moving, preventing Nogueira from controlling successfully.
Nogueira controls from within his opponent's guard. #T11#
Lugano controlling Nogueira 's posture.
Nogueira preventing the sweep.
Lugano wants to improve his position but instead Nogueira has moved into half guard.
Lugano is positioning himself well to prevent Nogueira advancing to mount. #T12#
The fighters are battling for position here. Lugano manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Lugano wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Lugano 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.
Lugano is adopting a defensive guard.
Lugano 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: Lugano (10) vs (2) Nogueira #T13#
Lugano is looking to take a break and control but Nogueira is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Lugano is looking to advance position but Nogueira won't allow it. #SUB#
Lugano is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Nogueira has managed to free his arm - good work. #T14#
Nogueira is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Lugano wants to control but Nogueira is keeping him busy.
Lugano tries to pass the half guard into mount. Nogueira knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Lugano is looking to take a break and control but Nogueira is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lugano wants to free his trapped foot but Nogueira is holding on for dear life with his legs.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lugano takes the fight on points by 10 to 2.

 

Event: TWGC 30 (155lbs, D4): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1     
Date:   Jul 09, 2020





175 cm
22 yrs
170 lbs



177 cm
18 yrs
162 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 5 losses; Anderson Nogueira ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Jon Yankowy!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Frank Dennis and Gwen Towbar.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Nogueira gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD#
Nogueira jumps guard and drags Yankowy to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Yankowy sitting in guard here, content to control.
Nogueira knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Yankowy on the ground.
Nogueira seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Yankowy sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Nogueira 's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Yankowy trying to work for an americana but Nogueira has managed to regain full guard.
Yankowy looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Yankowy forces his way into half guard.
Yankowy is taking a breather. Nogueira 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.
Yankowy trying to mount his opponent but Nogueira defends it.
Yankowy controlling the action here.#SUB2#
Yankowy is looking for a kimura but Nogueira is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Yankowy to get the leverage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2##SUB2#
Yankowy is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Nogueira doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Yankowy.
Yankowy is trying to control the action in half guard but Nogueira is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Nogueira is looking to control Yankowy's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Nogueira avoid being mounted?
Yankowy is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Yankowy passes Nogueira 's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Yankowy is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nogueira sees it coming and defends easily.#T3##SUB2#
Yankowy is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Yankowy is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nogueira sees it coming and defends easily.
Yankowy not doing much here.
Yankowy is looking to take a break and control but Nogueira is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Yankowy is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Nogueira defends it well. #T4#
Nogueira is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Yankowy's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Yankowy's back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Nogueira (4) vs (0) Yankowy
Yankowy tries to break free.
Nogueira struggling to keep hold of the position. #T5#
Nogueira is hanging on to Yankowy's back as he tries to escape.
Nogueira not allowing Yankowy to control his hands.
Nogueira has the hooks in. Yankowy is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
A lull in the action here.
Yankowy looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
I really don't envy Yankowy right now. #T6#
Yankowy keeps trying to improve his position.
Nogueira not allowing Yankowy to control his hands.
Yankowy is really stuck here.
Yankowy looks winded!
Yankowy looking very determined here, making life difficult for Nogueira .
Yankowy manages to reverse the position and now he's in Nogueira 's guard. Nice work there by Yankowy.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nogueira (4) vs (2) Yankowy
Yankowy trying to control but Nogueira is working from the bottom. #T7#
Yankowy trying to move into half guard but instead Nogueira has managed to sweep!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nogueira (6) vs (2) Yankowy
Yankowy wants to sweep but no luck.
Nogueira looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Yankowy has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Nogueira can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Nogueira avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T8#
Nogueira stays in close to Yankowy's body and controls the position.
Yankowy seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Yankowy not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB2#
Yankowy looking for subs off his back but Nogueira has passed one foot through into half guard. #SUB2#
Yankowy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Nogueira pulls his head out easily. #T9#
Nogueira wants to take a breather but Yankowy is having none of it. #SUB2#
Yankowy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Yankowy actively working from the bottom here.
Yankowy has a hand on Nogueira 's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Nogueira takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Score +3 for passing guard: Nogueira (9) vs (2) Yankowy
Nogueira tries to control but Yankowy wriggling away. #T10#
Yankowy working to try and regain half guard.
Yankowy tries to lock up and control but Nogueira gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Yankowy is working to get back to half guard. #T11#
Yankowy is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Nogueira trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Nogueira is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Yankowy is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Yankowy looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Nogueira (12) vs (2) Yankowy
Yankowy tries to roll but Nogueira sticks to his back. #T12#
Nogueira trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Yankowy is in bad spot here. #T13#
Yankowy trying to control the position but Nogueira manages to sink in the hooks.
Yankowy is keeping busy.
Yankowy breaks Nogueira 's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nogueira (12) vs (4) Yankowy
Yankowy's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Yankowy trying to control the position from guard on top but Nogueira is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Yankowy has gone for a leg lock! Nogueira slips out almost immediately though and dives into Yankowy's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nogueira (14) vs (4) Yankowy#T14#
Yankowy looking for a sweep. Not yet Yankowy, not yet. #SUB2#
Yankowy working for a triangle but Nogueira defends it easily.
Nogueira trying to control but Yankowy is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

And that's the end of the fight!
Nogueira takes the fight on points by 14 to 4.

 

Event: TWGC 29 (170lbs, D4): Amsterdam Qualifier - Round 1     
Date:   Apr 17, 2020

Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Anderson Nogueira (ranked 24349 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ken Vrjalya (ranked 5374 p4p, 0 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!




175 cm
21 yrs
170 lbs



180 cm
18 yrs
180 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 4 losses; Anderson Nogueira ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Ken Vrjalya!
The judges for this bout are Paulsen Ambrosius, Saam Ante and Paul Aken.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Nogueira tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Vrjalya manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Vrjalya with the counter takedown but Nogueira avoids it easily.
Nogueira fails with an attempt to clinch.
Nogueira fails with an attempt to clinch.
Nogueira wants to clinch.
Nogueira looks to clinch

and Vrjalya counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Nogueira (0) vs (2) Vrjalya
Vrjalya 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.
Nogueira knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Vrjalya on the ground.

Vrjalya thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vrjalya stays in close to Nogueira 's body and controls the position.
Nogueira trying to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Vrjalya passes Nogueira 's right leg, so he's now in half guard.

Vrjalya seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Nogueira is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Ken Vrjalya!

 

Event: CEC 695     
Date:   Feb 22, 2020
#R1#
Nogueira displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Rothschild.
Rothschild closes the distance and clinches up with Nogueira , looking for a takedown. Rothschild pushes Nogueira against the cage but Nogueira circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Rothschild fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Anderson Nogueira has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Theodore Rothschild.#TD2#
Rothschild shoots in and gets a takedown into Nogueira 's guard.
Nogueira trying to control the position here.
Nogueira wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nogueira is pulling down on Rothschild's head. It's preventing any offense from Rothschild, at least for the moment.#T1#
Nogueira wants to sweep but no luck.
Nogueira looking to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nogueira pulls Rothschild in to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Nogueira , right into the meat.
Rothschild on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Rothschild fails with the takedown.
Nogueira thinks about countering with a head kick.#TD2#
Nogueira gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Nogueira has control of Rothschild's left arm, preventing Rothschild from doing any damage.
Rothschild controlling from the top position.
Nogueira wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T3#
Nogueira continues to stall.
More hug and hope from Nogueira .
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL#
Nogueira instigates a clinch.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nogueira .
Rothschild lands with a right to the head.
Rothschild wants to get back to striking at distance but Nogueira won't allow it. #TD#
Nogueira pulls guard successfully.
Rothschild advances position into side control!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Theodore Rothschild will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##TD2#
Rothschild shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Nogueira has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Rothschild is working away from the top position though.
Nogueira makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Nogueira .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rothschild stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nogueira swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Rothschild slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Nogueira looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rothschild is one step ahead there.
Nogueira seems keen to control Rothschild's posture.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Rothschild blocks a head kick by Nogueira .
Rothschild shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Nogueira sprawls well. Nogueira wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Rothschild gets slowly back to his feet.#CL#
Nogueira clinches with his opponent. #BC#
Nogueira breaks from the clinch.
Nogueira looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#TD2#
Rothschild feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Rothschild stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nogueira swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rothschild advances to half guard. #T3#
Rothschild is controlling the pace.
Rothschild is continuing to stall.
Nogueira slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Nogueira wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Rothschild has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Rothschild wants to pass the guard but Nogueira is keeping the position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nogueira misses with a jab, cross combination.
Nogueira lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Rothschild shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Nogueira pinned against the cage. Nogueira gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Theodore Rothschild will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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#
Rothschild dives in and grabs Nogueira 's left leg, looking for a takedown. Nogueira pushes down on Rothschild's head and hops out.#CL#
Nogueira fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Rothschild, pushing him back against the cage.#BC#
Nogueira breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
Nogueira has Rothschild up against the cage in a clinch.
Rothschild looks to throw an elbow but misses. #TD#
Nogueira pulls guard effortlessly.
Nogueira is pulling down on Rothschild's head. It's preventing any offense from Rothschild, at least for the moment.
Nogueira bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Rothschild's guard. #REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rothschild trying to control the position here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Rothschild trying to control the position.
Rothschild is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Nogueira is looking to pass into half guard but Rothschild pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Rothschild is in guard.#REVB#
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Rothschild controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Nogueira looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Nogueira bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Rothschild's guard. #REVR##T3#
Rothschild working a defensive guard here.
Nogueira looking to pass the guard.
Rothschild 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.
Nogueira stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rothschild swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rothschild can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Nogueira controls the pace.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Nogueira trying to control the position from guard on top but Rothschild is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Rothschild closes this distance looking for a takedown but Nogueira circles away.
Anderson Nogueira is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rothschild tries for a takedown but Nogueira sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Anderson Nogueira has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Theodore Rothschild.
A head kick misses from Nogueira .
An inside leg kick lands from Nogueira .
Nogueira tries to clinch but Rothschild is having none of it.
Rothschild fails with a takedown attempt.
It looked like Nogueira was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nogueira looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Rothschild is trying to counter with his kicks.
Anderson Nogueira has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#TD2#
Rothschild shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Nogueira manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#SUB#
Nogueira throws his legs up looking for a submission but Rothschild uses it to pass to side control.

And that's the end of the fight!
Anderson Nogueira showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Rothschild has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Theodore Rothschild!

 

Event: TWGC 28 (205lbs, D4): St Petersburg Qualifier - Round 1     
Date:   Feb 05, 2020

Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Anderson Nogueira (ranked 23868 p4p, 0 weight class) and DJ Costune (ranked 5440 p4p, 0 weight class). This should be a great matchup!




175 cm
20 yrs
170 lbs



184 cm
21 yrs
179 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Anderson Nogueira ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; DJ Costune!
The judges for this bout are Aleksandr Martynov, Viktor Lagutenko and Valeri Chadov.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Nogueira wants to clinch but Costune slips to the side

and Costune counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Nogueira (0) vs (2) Costune
Costune is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Nogueira knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Costune on the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Costune forces his way into half guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Costune in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Nogueira tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Costune!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). DJ Costune!

 

Event: TWGC 27 (185lbs, D4): Rio de Janeiro Qu - Round 1     
Date:   Dec 14, 2019

Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Fred El Celso (ranked 24149 p4p, 0 weight class) and Anderson Nogueira (ranked 7122 p4p, 0 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!




168 cm
20 yrs
182 lbs



175 cm
20 yrs
170 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Fred El Celso! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Anderson Nogueira !
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Paulo Santos and Edson Gomes.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.

El Celso closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Nogueira to the mat! Nogueira manages to get full guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: El Celso (2) vs (0) Nogueira
El Celso looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Nogueira not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
El Celso advances to half guard.
El Celso content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.

El Celso is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Nogueira is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Fred El Celso!
After winning the bout, Fred El Celso thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: TWGC 26 (155lbs, D4): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 1     
Date:   Oct 17, 2019

Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Anderson Nogueira (ranked 6561 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jon Rambo (ranked 4863 p4p, 0 weight class). Man, I cannot wait for this one!




175 cm
19 yrs
170 lbs



180 cm
18 yrs
149 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Anderson Nogueira ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Jon Rambo!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Percy O'Donnell and Timothy Bukovac.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Rambo circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nogueira tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Rambo circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nogueira tries to clinch but Rambo is having none of it.
Rambo feints the counter takedown.

Nogueira forces Rambo back against the cage and clinches.
Rambo fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Nogueira tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Rambo just stands there and leans against the cage.
Rambo tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Rambo jumps guard but Nogueira stands there with Rambo around his waist. Rambo gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Anderson Nogueira has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jon Rambo.
Nogueira is looking for a takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rambo is looking to take this one to the mat.
Rambo drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Nogueira gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Nogueira has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Rambo after a bit of a struggle.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Nogueira can't get the takedown.
Nogueira jumps guard but Rambo turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Nogueira is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Rambo pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Nogueira has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Rambo after a bit of a struggle.
Nogueira is working for takedown but Rambo is calmly controlling the position for now.

Rambo turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Nogueira (0) vs (4) Rambo
The referee asks Rambo politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Rambo prefers to stall for the moment though.
Rambo passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Nogueira !
Score +2 for reaching mount: Nogueira (0) vs (6) Rambo
Rambo tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Rambo has hold of Nogueira 's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Nogueira manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Rambo controlling his opponent.

Rambo is working for a guillotine from mount but Nogueira frees his head quite easily.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Nogueira is desperately trying to improve his position but Rambo has a good base and remains in mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rambo controlling from mount.
Rambo mounts Nogueira ! Really nice guard pass there!

Rambo has isolated one of Nogueira 's arms. Nogueira looking to fight him off but Rambo twists into an armbar. It's tight... Will he tap?? YES, he's tapped! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jon Rambo!

 

Event: TWGC 25 (170lbs, D4): London Qualifier - Round 2     
Date:   Jul 27, 2019

Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Anderson Nogueira (ranked 5968 p4p, 0 weight class) and Fart Minarsich (ranked 24783 p4p, 0 weight class). Anderson Nogueira had a look across the cage there at his opponent. He definitely means business




175 cm
18 yrs
170 lbs



155 cm
22 yrs
155 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Anderson Nogueira ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Fart Minarsich!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, Richard Clark and James Atkins.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Nogueira wants to clinch.

Nogueira darts in and clinches Minarsich up against the cage.
Nogueira drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Minarsich gets the underhooks and prevents it.

Minarsich jumps into guard, dragging Nogueira to the mat.
Nogueira wants to control from the top but Minarsich keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Minarsich 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: Nogueira (0) vs (2) Minarsich
Nogueira has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.

Minarsich is working for a submission of some sort.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Minarsich looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Minarsich prevents Nogueira from improving his position.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Minarsich not doing much here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Minarsich has eaten all the pies!

Minarsich wants to work for an arm triangle but Nogueira is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Minarsich controlling the pace.
Nogueira knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Minarsich on the ground.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Minarsich is looking for a kimura here.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Minarsich controlling the pace.

Minarsich is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Nogueira is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Minarsich controlling the pace.
Nogueira trying to control from the bottom.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Minarsich controlling the pace.

Minarsich is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Nogueira has managed to free his arm - good work.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Minarsich keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.

Nogueira is defending against the submission attempts here by Minarsich.
Minarsich content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Minarsich prevents Nogueira from improving his position.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.

Minarsich is looking for a kimura but Nogueira is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Minarsich to get the leverage.
Minarsich with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Minarsich passes into side control, despite Nogueira 's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Nogueira (0) vs (5) Minarsich
Nogueira is letting Minarsich control him for a moment.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.

Minarsich has hold of Nogueira 's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Nogueira seems comfortable defending it but Minarsich has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Nogueira is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Nogueira is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Minarsich couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Fart Minarsich!

 

Event: TWGC 25 (170lbs, D4): London Qualifier - Round 1     
Date:   Jul 26, 2019

Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Anderson Nogueira (ranked 5935 p4p, 0 weight class) and Tommy Lotus (ranked 7423 p4p, 0 weight class). Lotus is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by Eye of the tiger. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!




175 cm
18 yrs
170 lbs



186 cm
59 yrs
172 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Anderson Nogueira ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Tommy Lotus!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, Richard Clark and Donald Grub.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Nogueira tries to clinch there but Lotus circles away.
Nogueira tries to close the distance and clinch but Lotus swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Lotus changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Nogueira fails with an attempt to clinch.
Nogueira moves in looking to clinch but Lotus pushes him off.
Nogueira tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Lotus manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Nogueira tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lotus shoots for a double leg takedown but Nogueira sprawls well. He's pushed Lotus's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Lotus looks winded!
Lotus keeps the fight on the outside.
The fight stays on the outside here - Nogueira looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Nogueira fails with an attempt to clinch.
Lotus tries to counter with a clinch but Nogueira shakes him off and moves away.
Nogueira wants to clinch.
Nogueira fails with an attempt to clinch.

Lotus clinches up with Nogueira and pushes him back against the cage.
Lotus stops a takedown attempt from Nogueira .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lotus changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Nogueira fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Nogueira tries to close the distance and clinch but Lotus swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Nogueira wants to clinch up but Lotus keeps it at a distance.
Nogueira tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Lotus manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Nogueira keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Anderson Nogueira has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tommy Lotus.
Nogueira doesn't manage to clinch there - Lotus circles away.

Lotus forces Nogueira back against the cage and clinches.

Nogueira has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Lotus uses from the top position.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Lotus controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Nogueira is trying to keep Lotus in close.
Lotus forces his way into half guard.
Lotus is looking to take a break and control but Nogueira is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Lotus slows the pace down in half guard.
Lotus is looking to take a break and control but Nogueira is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Lotus content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lotus is looking to take a break and control but Nogueira is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Nogueira knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Lotus on the ground.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lotus not doing much here.
Nogueira trying to control from the bottom.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Lotus in particular looking to stall.
Nogueira wants to get back to full guard.
Lotus controlling the action here.
Nogueira is refusing to be controlled, as Lotus sits in half guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lotus controlling the pace.
Lotus wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nogueira keeps working.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Nogueira has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Lotus is trying to control the action in half guard but Nogueira is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Lotus controlling the pace.
Nogueira wants to improve his position but Lotus is controlling well.
Lotus is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Nogueira is looking to improve his position.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lotus not doing much here.
Nogueira trying to control but Lotus postures up.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Nogueira is staying active underneath Lotus, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Nogueira has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lotus is working away from the top position though.
Lotus is keen to just control but Nogueira is a slippery customer.
Lotus with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Lotus wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nogueira keeps working.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Lotus controlling the action here.
Nogueira is trying to control but can't.
Lotus performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Lotus wants to control but Nogueira is keeping him busy.
Lotus content to control rather than advance.
Nogueira is not content to let Lotus control the position.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Well, if Lotus 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.
Lotus is trying to control the action in half guard but Nogueira is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Lotus performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Nogueira wants to improve his position but Lotus is controlling well.
Lotus is taking a breather. Nogueira 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.
Nogueira is refusing to be controlled, as Lotus sits in half guard.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Lotus is taking a breather. Nogueira 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.
Lotus trying to control the action but Nogueira is working from the bottom.
Still in half guard, Lotus seems content to control.
Lotus is trying to control. Nogueira wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Lotus is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Lotus wants to take a breather but Nogueira is having none of it.
Lotus controlling the action here.
Lotus is trying to control. Nogueira wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Lotus controlling the pace.
Lotus is keen to just control but Nogueira is a slippery customer.
Lotus is controlling the pace.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nogueira tries to roll over but Lotus keeps him under control.
Lotus controlling the action here.
Lotus trying to control the action but Nogueira is working from the bottom.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Lotus content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Nogueira is trying to maintain the position but Lotus is very close to passing his half guard.
Lotus controlling the action here.
Lotus wants to control but Nogueira is keeping him busy.
Lotus looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Lotus prevents Nogueira from improving his position.
Lotus trying to control the pace.
Nogueira is staying active underneath Lotus, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Lotus content to control rather than advance.
Nogueira is not content to let Lotus control the position.
Lotus stalling.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Lotus trying to control the action but Nogueira is working from the bottom.
Still in half guard, Lotus seems content to control.
Lotus is trying to control. Nogueira wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Lotus is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Nogueira is refusing to be controlled, as Lotus sits in half guard.
Lotus controlling the action here.
Lotus is keen to just control but Nogueira is a slippery customer.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Lotus seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Nogueira is trying to control but can't.
Lotus content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Lotus wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nogueira keeps working.
Lotus with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Lotus seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Nogueira does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Well, if Lotus 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.
Lotus trying to control from half guard but Nogueira is working away.
Lotus controlling the action here.
Nogueira is trying to control but can't.
Lotus with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Lotus wants to take a breather but Nogueira is having none of it.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Lotus in particular looking to stall.
Nogueira wants to control but Lotus is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Lotus is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Lotus wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nogueira keeps working.
Lotus is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nogueira trying to control from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points and both fighters attempted the same number of subs, we will decide the bout based on the toss of a coin! Nogueira is heads and Lotus is tails.
The coin is in the air and it lands... heads!
Nogueira takes the fight on points by 1 to 0.

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   Jun 29, 2019
#R1#
Araujo avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Nogueira throws a head kick but Araujo moves out of range.
Nogueira tries to close the distance and clinch up but Araujo swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nogueira throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Araujo's head.
The fight stays on the outside here - Nogueira looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Nogueira throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Araujo misses with a double jab.
Nogueira is looking for a counter combo.
Nogueira misses with an attempted mid kick.
Nogueira tries to clinch but Araujo is having none of it.
Araujo unleashes a big counter combination but Nogueira bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Nogueira tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Araujo paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2#
Nogueira tries to keep at a distance but Araujo has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD#
Nogueira jumps into guard, dragging Araujo to the mat.
Araujo is in close to Nogueira 's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Araujo cracks Nogueira with a solid left hand.
Araujo content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Araujo lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Araujo working some strikes from top position.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Araujo chips away with some ground and pound.#T1#
Araujo is in close to Nogueira 's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Araujo postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Araujo is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Araujo connects with a couple of short punches.#ROC2#
Nogueira is rocked!
Araujo gets to his feet and stands over Nogueira , holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! Nogueira felt that one! Araujo unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save Nogueira from any more punishment!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Reinaldo Araujo!

 

 
 
 
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