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Event:
WP 101
Date: Apr 27, 2024 |
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 76 wins and 38 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 64 wins and 62 losses; Long Wang!
The judges for this bout are Sam Margolis, Donald Grub and Richard Clark.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Rodriquez displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Wang.
Rodriquez changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Wang doesn't manage to clinch there - Rodriquez circles away.
#TD2#
Wang scores with a takedown into Rodriquez's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (2) Wang
Wang is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Rodriquez has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Rodriquez can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Wang controls the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wang trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Wang slips nicely into half guard.
Wang is controlling the pace.
#T1#
Wang is thwarting Rodriquez's attempts to control the position.
Rodriquez tries to roll over but Wang keeps him under control.
Wang sitting and controlling from the half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.#T2#
Rodriquez tries to get to full guard but Wang has control of the leg.
Wang is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Wang's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T3#
Wang wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is defending well.
Wang is controlling the pace.
#T4#
Wang working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Rodriquez's thigh. Rodriquez counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Rodriquez 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.
Rodriquez is working hard here to advance position.
Wang controls from within his opponent's guard.
More stalling from Wang.#T5#
Wang trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Wang showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Rodriquez controls Wang momentarily but Wang frees himself.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Rodriquez holds on and takes a little breather. #T6#
Wang works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Wang performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Wang with more of the same as he continues to hold on.
Wang wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wang content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T7#
Wang moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (5) Wang
Rodriquez is letting Wang control him for a moment.
Rodriquez wants to control but Wang postures up.
Wang controlling the position.
Wang advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (0) vs (7) Wang#T8#
Wang controlling his opponent.
Let's hope that Wang 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.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Wang.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodriquez wants to control but Wang is having none of it.
Wang controlling from mount. #T9#
Yet more stalling tactics from Wang.
Rodriquez is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Wang looking to control and managing it successfully. #T10#
Wang wants to control the pace but Rodriquez is squirming around nicely.
Wang controlling from the full mount.
Wang tries to control but Rodriquez wriggling away. #T11#
Wang tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Rodriquez is trying desperately to improve position.
Wang can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Rodriquez is looking to escape.
Rodriquez is working to get back to half guard.
#T12#
Wang controlling his opponent.
Wang is stalling here but it's allowed Rodriquez to get half guard.
Wang looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Rodriquez is trying to control but can't.
Wang with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Wang wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodriquez keeps working.
Wang is taking a breather. Rodriquez 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.#T13#
Rodriquez is trying to control but can't.
Wang keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Wang is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Rodriquez reverses the position - he's now on top in Wang's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (7) Wang
Rodriquez won't allow Wang to sweep him here. #T14#
Wang keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully.
Rodriquez is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Wang is keeping the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wang being controlled here, momentarily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wang wins on points by 7 to 2.
During a confident post fight interview, Long Wang thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
WP 100
Date: Apr 24, 2024 |
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 75 wins and 38 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 55 wins and 81 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, William Gold and James Glass.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Turturro tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Rodriquez swivels and escapes.
Rodriquez 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.
Turturro with a lazy takedown attempt #TD#
and Rodriquez counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Rodriquez's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (2) Turturro
Rodriquez pulls Turturro in close to prevent any damage.
Turturro controlling from the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is keeping the position.#T1#
Turturro looking to sit in guard and control but Rodriquez gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (2) Turturro
Rodriquez controls from within his opponent's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Turturro not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T2#
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Turturro is keeping the position.
Turturro trying to control the position.
Turturro wants to sweep here but Rodriquez controlling him for the moment.
Turturro controls Rodriquez momentarily but Rodriquez frees himself. #T3#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Turturro is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (4) Turturro
Rodriquez is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Turturro trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez pulls Turturro in close to his closed guard and prevents Turturro from doing any damage or advancing position.
Turturro looking to pass the guard. #T4#
Turturro is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Turturro showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Turturro looking to pass the guard. #T5#
Turturro won't allow Rodriquez to sweep him here.
Turturro is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Rodriquez manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Turturro manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (6) vs (4) Turturro
Rodriquez sitting in guard here, content to control. #T6#
Turturro looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Rodriquez puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Turturro manages to get to full guard.
Turturro pulls Rodriquez in close to prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for subs off his back but Rodriquez has passed one foot through into half guard.
#T7#
Turturro wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy.
#SUB#
Rodriquez is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Turturro defends it well.
Rodriquez sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T8#
Turturro tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions off his back.
Turturro moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T9#
Turturro looking for a sweep. Not yet Turturro, not yet.
Turturro looking to control.
Rodriquez stays in close to Turturro's body and controls the position.
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Turturro is keeping the position for now.
Rodriquez's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T10#
Rodriquez has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Rodriquez'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.#T11#
Turturro wants to sweep here but Rodriquez controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Turturro has control of Rodriquez's left arm, preventing Rodriquez from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for a guillotine here but Rodriquez defends easily.
#T12##SUB2#
Rodriquez got a little sloppy there for a moment and Turturro has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Rodriquez has managed to get both his arms back between Turturro's legs - danger averted.
Rodriquez pushing down on Turturro's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Rodriquez content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T13#
Turturro tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg.
Turturro controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Rodriquez perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T14#
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Turturro trying to control here.
Turturro is holding on to half guard well.
Rodriquez controlling the action here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 6 to 4.
After winning the bout, Nick Rodriquez thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
WP 99
Date: Apr 20, 2024 |
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 74 wins and 38 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 64 wins and 72 losses; Shane MacGowan!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, Richard Clark and Chris Edwards.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
MacGowan shoots in for a double leg but Rodriquez sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
MacGowan shoots in for a double leg but Rodriquez sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Rodriquez half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#TD2#
MacGowan throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Rodriquez was covering up waiting for the punch and MacGowan finishes the takedown easily into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (2) MacGowan#SUB2#
MacGowan drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Rodriquez dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (2) MacGowan
Rodriquez controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Rodriquez'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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacGowan looking to control but Rodriquez passes into half guard.
MacGowan desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Rodriquez in particular looking to stall.#T1#
MacGowan is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodriquez 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.
MacGowan is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
MacGowan gets full guard.
MacGowan trying to control the position.
MacGowan keeping full guard, as Rodriquez tries to pass.
MacGowan managing to control the position. #T2#
MacGowan not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
MacGowan is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
MacGowan looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but MacGowan is keeping the position.
Rodriquez preventing the sweep. #T3#
Rodriquez 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.
Rodriquez tries to free his leg and advance position but MacGowan is retaining full guard.
MacGowan can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Rodriquez controls the pace.
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. MacGowan is keeping the position for now.
MacGowan has control of Rodriquez's left arm, preventing Rodriquez from doing any damage. #T4#
MacGowan controls Rodriquez momentarily but Rodriquez frees himself.
Rodriquez is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB2#
MacGowan looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Rodriquez passes into half guard.
Rodriquez not doing much here.
#T5##SUB2#
MacGowan actively working from the bottom here.
MacGowan moves into full guard.
Rodriquez is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
MacGowan is trying to control the position but Rodriquez postures up. #T6#
MacGowan is trying to hold Rodriquez in close to prevent damage but Rodriquez has managed to pass into half guard.
MacGowan trying to control here.
MacGowan tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg.
MacGowan keeps trying to improve his position.
Rodriquez content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
MacGowan wants to get back to full guard.
MacGowan is looking to control Rodriquez's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can MacGowan avoid being mounted?#T7#
MacGowan wants to sweep but Rodriquez has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (2) MacGowan
Rodriquez slows the pace down.
MacGowan is looking to regain half guard here but Rodriquez keeps moving and retains side control.
Rodriquez moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Rodriquez working away.
MacGowan is trying to get back to half guard.#T8#
MacGowan trying to control but Rodriquez flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (8) vs (2) MacGowan
Rodriquez has the hooks in. MacGowan is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
MacGowan wants to control his opponent's hands but Rodriquez gets his hands free.
Rodriquez has the hooks in. MacGowan is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
MacGowan is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Rodriquez.
Rodriquez not allowing MacGowan to control his hands.
Good control from Rodriquez.
Rodriquez keeps control of the position as MacGowan tries to break free.
#T9#
Rodriquez controlling the position well here. MacGowan rolled but Rodriquez kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Rodriquez is hanging on to MacGowan's back as he tries to escape.
MacGowan is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Rodriquez.
MacGowan is trying to break free.
Rodriquez biding his time, looking for the opening.
Rodriquez keeps control of the position as MacGowan tries to break free.
#T10#
I would not like to be MacGowan right now.
MacGowan tries to escape but Rodriquez has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T11#
MacGowan rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Rodriquez content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
MacGowan is looking to get back to full guard here but Rodriquez has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (11) vs (2) MacGowan
Rodriquez just content to control the position.
MacGowan tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Rodriquez wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
MacGowan is still trying to improve position.
MacGowan regains half guard.#T12#
Rodriquez content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
MacGowan is looking for a sweep. Rodriquez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
MacGowan is looking to get back to full guard here but Rodriquez has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (14) vs (2) MacGowan
MacGowan is looking for a sweep.#T13#
You can see the frustration on MacGowan's face as Rodriquez controls the position.
Rodriquez has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (16) vs (2) MacGowan
Rodriquez sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
MacGowan looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (19) vs (2) MacGowan
MacGowan trying to control the hands but Rodriquez breaks the grip.
Rodriquez controls the action.
I really don't envy MacGowan right now.
#T14#
Rodriquez keeps control of the position easily here as MacGowan tries to buck him off.
Rodriquez avoiding MacGowan 's attempts to control his hands.
Rodriquez keeps control of the position as MacGowan tries to break free.
Rodriquez controlling from the back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
MacGowan is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 19 to 2.
Nick Rodriquez seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
WP 98
Date: Apr 17, 2024 |
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 74 wins and 37 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 54 wins and 80 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, James Atkins and Richard Clark.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Turturro closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (4) Turturro
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turturro trying to control the position but Rodriquez is working away.
Rodriquez prevents Turturro from moving into mount.
Rodriquez seems a little lost for a moment, as Turturro dominates the positioning.
Rodriquez is not content to let Turturro control the position.
Rodriquez 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.
Turturro just content to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez regains half guard.#T1#
Turturro is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB2#
Turturro is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Rodriquez sees it coming and defends easily.
Rodriquez wants to improve his position but Turturro is controlling well.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA II inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Turturro trying to advance position but Rodriquez counters by regaining guard.
Turturro not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Rodriquez wants to sweep here but Turturro controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Turturro controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Turturro pushing down on Rodriquez's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Well, if Turturro 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.
Rodriquez tries to roll over but Turturro keeps him under control.#T3#
Turturro slows the pace down in half guard.
Turturro seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Rodriquez does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Rodriquez tries to get to full guard but Turturro has control of the leg. #T4#
Turturro trying to mount his opponent but Rodriquez defends it.
Turturro trying to control the action but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Turturro wants to free his trapped foot but Rodriquez is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T5#
Rodriquez is looking to improve his position.
Rodriquez is trying is best to control the position here.
Turturro perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Turturro is looking to take a break and control but Rodriquez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T6#
Rodriquez trying to control but Turturro postures up.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is defending well. #SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Rodriquez defends it well.
Rodriquez is trying to get back to full guard.#T7#
Rodriquez has his hands clasped together around Turturro's back. He's all about the action.
Rodriquez is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Rodriquez desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Turturro trying to control from half guard but Rodriquez is working away. #T8#
Rodriquez desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Rodriquez is staying active underneath Turturro, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T9#
Turturro is taking a breather. Rodriquez 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.
Rodriquez moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Rodriquez holds on and takes a little breather.
Turturro won't allow Rodriquez to sweep him here.
Turturro controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Rodriquez tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T10#
Rodriquez managing to control the position.
Rodriquez wants to sweep here but Turturro controlling him for the moment.
Rodriquez keeping full guard, as Turturro tries to pass. #T11#
Turturro's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Turturro stands and throws Rodriquez's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (7) Turturro
Turturro tries to advance to mount but Rodriquez denies him.
Turturro is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Turturro tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T12#
Turturro tries to move to full mount but Rodriquez actually manages to regain half guard.
Turturro trying to control from half guard but Rodriquez is working away.
Rodriquez wants to improve his position but Turturro is controlling well.
#T13#
Turturro is thwarting Rodriquez's attempts to control the position.
Rodriquez is not content to let Turturro control the position.#SUB2#
Turturro is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Turturro wants to take a breather but Rodriquez is having none of it. #T14#
Rodriquez is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Turturro seems to be working for a kimura but Rodriquez defends the submission attempt.
Turturro tries to pass to full mount but Rodriquez defends it.
Turturro is stalling here. Rodriquez is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Turturro seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Rodriquez has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (7) Turturro
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez controls the position from side control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Turturro wins on points by 7 to 4.
Billy Turturro thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
WP 97
Date: Apr 13, 2024 |
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 74 wins and 36 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 63 wins and 59 losses; Long Wang!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, Donald Grub and Phil Schofield.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Wang closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Wang lands in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (2) Wang
Wang slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Wang trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Wang sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Wang looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wang controlling from the top position. #T1#
Rodriquez has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Wang showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Rodriquez 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.
Let's hope that Wang 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.#T2#
Wang is fighting to break Rodriquez's control of his arms but Rodriquez is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Wang content to stall in guard here.
Wang wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is keeping the position.
Wang pushes down on Rodriquez's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Wang slows the pace down in half guard.
Wang wants to pass to mount but Rodriquez is defending the position. #T3#
Wang is still trying to improve position.
Wang perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Rodriquez holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Wang's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Rodriquez gets full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wang stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rodriquez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Wang looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T4#
Wang wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Rodriquez being controlled here, momentarily.
It looks like Wang 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.#T5#
Wang looking to pass the guard. #T6#
Rodriquez tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Rodriquez can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Wang controls the pace.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Wang.
More stalling from Wang.
Wang wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Wang content to stall in guard here. #T7#
Wang passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (5) Wang
Wang tries to move into full mount but can't pass Rodriquez's legs.
The referee asks Wang politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Wang prefers to stall for the moment though.
Wang wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodriquez keeps working.
Rodriquez stops Wang from passing to mount.
Wang is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T8#
Wang wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping him busy.
You can see the frustration on Rodriquez's face as Wang controls the position.
Wang wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodriquez keeps working.
Rodriquez manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (5) Wang
Wang is trying is best to control the position here.
Rodriquez not doing much here.
#T9#
Wang manages to get to full guard.
Wang is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Rodriquez is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T10#
Wang seems keen to control Rodriquez's posture.
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.
Rodriquez is stalling in the full guard.
Wang working a defensive guard but Rodriquez manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (5) Wang#T11#
Wang is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Rodriquez off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (9) Wang
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Our spies down at at Average Judas Gym inform us that Wang has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Rodriquez looking very determined here, making life difficult for Wang.
#T12#
Good control from Wang.
Wang with more of the same as he continues to hold on.#T13#
Wang is trying to control but Rodriquez is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
Wang trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Rodriquez bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (7) vs (9) Wang
Rodriquez looking to sit in guard and control but Wang gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (7) vs (11) Wang
Rodriquez managing to control the position. #T14#
Rodriquez working a defensive guard here.
Rodriquez is pulling down on Wang's head to control his posture.
Wang tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodriquez is retaining full guard.
Wang's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Rodriquez has control of Wang's left arm, preventing Wang from doing any damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wang sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Rodriquez has Wang pulled in close to control his posture.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wang wins on points by 11 to 7.
An out of breath Long Wang thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
WP 96
Date: Apr 10, 2024 |
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 73 wins and 36 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 47 wins and 58 losses; Anthony Lavicci!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Sam Margolis and Colin Fotheringham.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Lavicci fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Lavicci doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD#
and Rodriquez counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Lavicci
Rodriquez controlling the action here.
Lavicci trying to hold on to Rodriquez's head to control him but Rodriquez postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T1#
Lavicci holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #T2#
Rodriquez seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Lavicci is looking to improve his position.
Rodriquez slows the pace down in half guard. #T3#
Lavicci trying to control but Rodriquez postures up.
Lavicci wants to control the action here but instead Rodriquez manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (0) Lavicci
Lavicci wants to control but Rodriquez is having none of it.
Rodriquez takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T4#
Lavicci really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Lavicci holds of for dear life.
Lavicci really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T5#
Rodriquez fails to advance to Lavicci's back.
Lavicci is looking to improve his position but Rodriquez isn't that keen on the idea.
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.#T6#
Lavicci is still trying to improve position.
Rodriquez sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Rodriquez prevents Lavicci from getting the reversal.#T7#
Lavicci keeps trying to improve his position.
Rodriquez controlling from the full mount.
Lavicci is wriggling around trying to escape.
Rodriquez controlling from the full mount.
Rodriquez trying to control but Lavicci is having none of it. #T8#
Rodriquez controlling the position easily from mount.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.
Lavicci tries to control the position but Rodriquez now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (8) vs (0) Lavicci
Rodriquez controls the position.#T9#
Will Rodriquez go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Lavicci is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Rodriquez just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Lavicci trying to control the hands but Rodriquez breaks the grip. #T10#
Lavicci is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Rodriquez not allowing Lavicci to control his hands.
Lavicci is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
#T11#
Lavicci tries to roll but Rodriquez sticks to his back.
Rodriquez keeps control of the position easily here as Lavicci tries to buck him off.
Rodriquez has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Rodriquez.#T12#
Lavicci just trying to survive but Rodriquez is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Lavicci is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Rodriquez seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Lavicci for as long as he can get away with.
Lavicci tries to escape the position.
#T13#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Lavicci tries to roll but Rodriquez sticks to his back.
Rodriquez controlling the position well here. Lavicci rolled but Rodriquez kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T14#
Rodriquez controlling well, preventing Lavicci from escaping the position.
Lavicci prevents Rodriquez from getting a body triangle.
Rodriquez trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Lavicci doesn't escape.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez is trying to stick to Lavicci's back but Lavicci is turning into Rodriquez. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Rodriquez's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Lavicci. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (8) vs (2) Lavicci
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 8 to 2.
During a confident post fight interview, Nick Rodriquez thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
WP 95
Date: Apr 06, 2024 |
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 73 wins and 35 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 53 wins and 60 losses; Strega Notturna!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, William Gold and Steven Brown.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Notturna shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #TD#
and Rodriquez counters with a nice double leg into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Notturna
Notturna is controlling Rodriquez's trapped leg to prevent Rodriquez from advancing to side control.
Notturna is looking to control Rodriquez's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Notturna avoid being mounted?
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.
Notturna is controlling Rodriquez's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Rodriquez is just content to waste time from the top position. Notturna takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Notturna working a defensive guard but Rodriquez passes into half guard.
Rodriquez prevents Notturna from improving his position.
Rodriquez has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#T1#
The fighters are battling for position here. Notturna manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Notturna tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Notturna pulls Rodriquez in close to prevent any damage.
Notturna trying to keep a closed guard but Rodriquez is proving a slippery customer.
Rodriquez slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Rodriquez preventing the sweep. #T2#
Notturna is still trying to improve position.
Rodriquez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Notturna swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rodriquez trying to control but Notturna is working from the bottom.
Notturna is trying to control the position but Rodriquez postures up. #T3#
Rodriquez engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Notturna controlling the position.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Notturna keeps moving.
Notturna trying to control the position.
Rodriquez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Notturna swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
Notturna not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Notturna is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Rodriquez postures up.
#T5#
Notturna keeping full guard, as Rodriquez tries to pass.
Rodriquez postures up.
Notturna wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Rodriquez is now in half guard.
Rodriquez takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Notturna trying to control but Rodriquez postures up.
Rodriquez trying to control from Notturna's half guard. Notturna has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #T6#
Notturna has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Notturna tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Notturna is keeping the position for now.
Notturna is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Notturna is looking to sweep but instead, Rodriquez has passed into half guard.
#T7#
Notturna wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Rodriquez in particular looking to stall.
Notturna wants to get back to full guard.
Notturna has a hand on Rodriquez's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Rodriquez takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (0) Notturna
Notturna tries to lock up and control but Rodriquez gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.#T8#
Rodriquez trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Notturna wants to hold on but Rodriquez pushes him away.
Rodriquez fails to take his opponent's back.
Rodriquez looking to control and managing it successfully.
Rodriquez wants to control the pace but Notturna is squirming around nicely.
Notturna really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Rodriquez controlling the pace for now. #T9#
Notturna tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Rodriquez tries to control but Notturna wriggling away.
Notturna is looking to get to half guard.#T10#
Notturna is squirming around, avoiding Rodriquez's attempts to control the action.
Notturna tries to lock up and control but Rodriquez gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Notturna is looking to improve his position but Rodriquez isn't that keen on the idea.
Rodriquez wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it. #T11#
Rodriquez prevents Notturna from getting the reversal.
Notturna gets back to half guard.
Rodriquez controlling the pace.
Notturna is trying to control but can't.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Rodriquez in particular looking to stall.
Notturna tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg. #T12#
Notturna won't allow Rodriquez to pass to mount.
Notturna is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Rodriquez's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Rodriquez's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (4) Notturna
Notturna tries to get the hooks in deep but Rodriquez pushed the leg off.
Notturna wants to control the position but Rodriquez frees himself and scrambles - Notturna manages to regain control in side control.
Notturna tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Notturna passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Rodriquez! Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (5) vs (6) Notturna#T13#
Notturna wants to control the pace but Rodriquez is squirming around nicely.
Rodriquez prevents any damage by holding on tight.
Rodriquez reaches up to try and control the position but Notturna seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Rodriquez rolls and tries to escape and now Notturna has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (5) vs (9) Notturna
Rodriquez staying busy and making it hard for Notturna to control.
Notturna keeps control of the position easily here as Rodriquez tries to buck him off.
Notturna trying to control.#T14#
Notturna is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Rodriquez turns into Notturna and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (7) vs (9) Notturna
Rodriquez is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Notturna is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Notturna looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Notturna wins on points by 9 to 7.
A relieved looking Strega Notturna thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
WP 94
Date: Apr 03, 2024 |
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 73 wins and 34 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 61 wins and 58 losses; Long Wang!
The judges for this bout are Sam Margolis, James Glass and Phil Schofield.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Rodriquez tries to keep at a distance but Wang has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD#
Rodriquez pulls guard.
Wang looking to pass the guard.
Rodriquez pulls Wang in to control the position.
Wang stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rodriquez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rodriquez wants to sweep but no luck.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodriquez is pulling down on Wang's head to control his posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez keeping full guard, as Wang tries to pass.
Wang stays in close to Rodriquez's body and controls the position. #T1#
Wang tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodriquez is retaining full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.
Rodriquez is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Rodriquez can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Wang controls the pace.
Rodriquez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodriquez, not yet.
Wang passes Rodriquez's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Wang wants to advance to full mount but Rodriquez doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Rodriquez can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Wang controls the pace.
Wang pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriquez is keeping the position for now. #T2#
Wang is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Rodriquez pulls Wang in close to prevent any damage.
Wang controls from within his opponent's guard.
Wang stopping the sweep attempt from Rodriquez.
Rodriquez keeping full guard, as Wang tries to pass. #T3#
Wang controls from within his opponent's guard.
Rodriquez keeping full guard, as Wang tries to pass.
Rodriquez has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Wang has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (3) Wang
Rodriquez struggling a bit here.
Wang wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping him busy.
Wang is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Rodriquez will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Rodriquez has one of Wang's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.#T4#
Wang is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Rodriquez stuck in half guard on the bottom here.#T5#
Wang is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Rodriquez will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Wang wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping him busy.
Wang advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (0) vs (5) Wang
Wang takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T6#
Wang trying to control but Rodriquez is having none of it.
Wang controlling from the full mount.
Wang looking to control but Rodriquez is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Wang tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodriquez wants to control but Wang is having none of it.#T7#
Wang looking to control and managing it successfully.
Rodriquez manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Rodriquez tries to roll over but Wang keeps him under control.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T8#
Wang's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Wang wants to free his trapped foot but Rodriquez is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Rodriquez tries to roll over but Wang keeps him under control.
Wang stalling. #T9#
Rodriquez is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Wang content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T10#
Rodriquez won't allow Wang to pass to mount.
Rodriquez is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Wang's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Wang's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (5) Wang
Wang manages to reverse the position and now he's in Rodriquez's guard. Nice work there by Wang.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (7) Wang
Wang tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodriquez is retaining full guard.
Rodriquez is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Wang sitting in guard here, content to control.
Wang wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is keeping the position.
Wang slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T11#
Rodriquez is trying to keep Wang in close.
Wang content to stall in guard here.
Wang pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriquez is keeping the position for now.
Wang is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Wang trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom. #T12#
Wang showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
More stalling from Wang.
Rodriquez keeping full guard, as Wang tries to pass.
Wang's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Wang with more of the same as he continues to hold on.#T13#
Rodriquez working a defensive guard here.
Wang 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.
Wang stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rodriquez swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T14#
Wang trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodriquez can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Wang controls the pace.
Wang slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (10) Wang
Wang taking a breather here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Wang wins on points by 10 to 4.
Our winner, Long Wang, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
WP 93
Date: Mar 30, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 114 wins and 88 losses; Tyrone Sparxx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 73 wins and 33 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, Phil Schofield and James Glass.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Rodriquez keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Rodriquez changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Sparxx fails with a takedown attempt.
Rodriquez with the counter takedown but Sparxx avoids it easily.#TD#
Sparxx drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sparxx (2) vs (0) Rodriquez
Rodriquez seems keen to control Sparxx's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez is continuing to stall.
Rodriquez working a defensive guard but Sparxx passes into half guard.
#T1#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Rodriquez wants to improve his position but Sparxx is controlling well.
Sparxx controlling the action here. #T2#
Rodriquez moves into full guard.
Rodriquez looking to control but Sparxx passes into half guard.
#T3#
Rodriquez is trying to get back to full guard.
Sparxx frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (5) vs (0) Rodriquez
Rodriquez keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Sparxx controlling his opponent. #T4#
Rodriquez tries to lock up and control but Sparxx gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T5#
Rodriquez has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
Score +3 for taking back: Sparxx (8) vs (0) Rodriquez
A bit of a pause in the action here. Sparxx controlling the positon.
Rodriquez has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Sparxx avoiding Rodriquez 's attempts to control his hands.
We've been hearing good reports from Sparxx'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.
Sparxx has the hooks in. Rodriquez is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
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.#T6#
Sparxx has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Rodriquez's body.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T7#
Sparxx keeps control of the position as Rodriquez tries to break free.
#T8#
A bit of a pause in the action here. Sparxx controlling the positon.
Sparxx'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.#T9#
Sparxx gets his hands free as Rodriquez looks to control.
Rodriquez tries to escape the position.
#SUB#
Sparxx is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Rodriquez defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #T10#
Rodriquez tries to roll but Sparxx sticks to his back.
Sparxx is not going to allow Rodriquez to sit and survive in this position.
Sparxx controlling from the back.#T11#
Rodriquez trying to control the action but Sparxx just sinks the hooks in. #T12#
Sparxx tries to keep control of the position but Rodriquez is staying busy.
You can see the frustration on Rodriquez's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
What can Rodriquez do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Rodriquez is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T13#
Rodriquez trying to control the hands but Sparxx breaks the grip.
Sparxx has the hooks in. Rodriquez is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Sparxx controls the action.
Sparxx avoiding Rodriquez 's attempts to control his hands.
Good control from Sparxx.#SUB#
Sparxx working for the choke. #T14#
Sparxx is hanging on to Rodriquez's back as he tries to escape.
Sparxx wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy.
Rodriquez just looking to survive in the bad position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez trying to control the hands but Sparxx won't let him.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sparxx takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
Tyrone Sparxx retains his super heavyweight title!
A victorious Tyrone Sparxx thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
WP 92
Date: Mar 27, 2024 |
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 72 wins and 33 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 51 wins and 59 losses; Strega Notturna!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, Andrew Berry and Sam Margolis.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Notturna fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Rodriquez avoids it really well and circles away.
Rodriquez tries to counter with a takedown but Notturna is quick to defend against it.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Notturna has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Notturna fails with a takedown attempt.
Rodriquez attempts a counter takedown but Notturna avoids it well and moves away.#TD2#
Notturna drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (2) Notturna
Notturna slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Notturna trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom. #T1#
Notturna controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Rodriquez 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.
Rodriquez keeping full guard, as Notturna tries to pass.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Notturna stays in close to Rodriquez's body and controls the position. #T2#
Rodriquez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodriquez, not yet.
Notturna tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodriquez is retaining full guard.
Notturna passes Rodriquez's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Notturna looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Rodriquez keeps control of the position for the meantime.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Notturna trying to control the action but Rodriquez is working from the bottom. #T3#
Notturna takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Notturna trying to control the action but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Notturna seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Rodriquez is refusing to be controlled, as Notturna sits in half guard.
Notturna controlling the action here. #T4#
Rodriquez is refusing to be controlled, as Notturna sits in half guard.
Notturna is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Notturna is keen to just control but Rodriquez is a slippery customer.
Notturna perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Rodriquez wants to control but Notturna is keeping busy.
#T5#
Notturna seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Rodriquez controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Rodriquez is not content to let Notturna control the position.#T6#
Still in half guard, Notturna seems content to control.
Rodriquez wants to improve his position but Notturna is controlling well.
Notturna is looking to take a break and control but Rodriquez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Rodriquez wants to improve his position but Notturna is controlling well.
Notturna performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Notturna's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T7#
Let's hope that Notturna 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.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Notturna.
It looks like Notturna 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.#T8#
Yet more stalling tactics from Notturna.
Notturna is looking to take a break and control but Rodriquez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Rodriquez is looking to improve his position.
Notturna seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Rodriquez does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Rodriquez is positioning himself well to prevent Notturna advancing to mount. #T9#
Notturna is trying to control the action in half guard but Rodriquez is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez is looking to improve his position.
Notturna wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping him busy.
Notturna is controlling the pace.
Notturna wants to take a breather but Rodriquez is having none of it. #T10#
Rodriquez is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Notturna's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Notturna's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (2) Notturna
Rodriquez controlling the position well here. Notturna rolled but Rodriquez kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Notturna controlling the position well but he knows he's in a bad spot.
You can see the frustration on Notturna's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Rodriquez has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Notturna's body.
#T11#
Notturna can't escape the position.
Rodriquez controlling from the back.#T12#
Notturna trying to control the hands but Rodriquez won't let him.
I really don't envy Notturna right now.
Notturna trying to control but not successfully.
Notturna really must keep his cool here. He's controlling one of Rodriquez's hands and whilst he does that, he's got a chance of escaping the position.
Notturna tries to break free.
#T13#
Notturna trying to control the action but Rodriquez just sinks the hooks in.
I really don't envy Notturna right now.
Rodriquez controls the position.
Notturna looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Rodriquez has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Notturna's body.
#T14#
Rodriquez'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.
Rodriquez controlling well, preventing Notturna from escaping the position.
Notturna trying to control the hands but Rodriquez breaks the grip.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Notturna is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Rodriquez off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Notturna controlling Rodriquez 's hands.
Notturna is trying to break free.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 4 to 2.
After winning the bout, Nick Rodriquez thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
WP 91
Date: Mar 23, 2024 |
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 72 wins and 32 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 112 wins and 88 losses; Tyrone Sparxx!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, Paul Tew and Andrew Berry.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Sparxx shoots in but Rodriquez avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Rodriquez feinted with a counter takedown.
Sparxx shoots in looking for a takedown but Rodriquez manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Sparxx's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#TD2#
Sparxx fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Rodriquez to the ground. Sparxx is now in Rodriquez's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (2) Sparxx
Rodriquez pulls Sparxx in close to his closed guard and prevents Sparxx from doing any damage or advancing position.
Rodriquez is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez 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.#T1#
Sparxx wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Sparxx showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
My spies in House of 1000 Corpses inform me that Sparxx has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Rodriquez is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Sparxx stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rodriquez swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
Rodriquez tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Rodriquez trying to control the position.
Sparxx controlling from the top position.
Rodriquez wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T3#
Rodriquez'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.
Sparxx passes Rodriquez's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Rodriquez is refusing to be controlled, as Sparxx sits in half guard. #T4#
Rodriquez tries to roll over but Sparxx keeps him under control.
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.
Still in half guard, Sparxx seems content to control.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.
Rodriquez wants to improve his position but Sparxx is controlling well.
Sparxx trying to pass the guard but Rodriquez defending well. #T5#
Rodriquez is controlling Sparxx's position as best he can from this difficult position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Rodriquez manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Sparxx sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Rodriquez working a defensive guard here.
#T6#
Rodriquez has his hands on Sparxx's head, controlling the position.
Rodriquez continues to stall.#T7#
Sparxx stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rodriquez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sparxx slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
It looks like Sparxx 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.#T8#
Sparxx pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriquez is keeping the position for now. #T9#
Rodriquez bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sparxx's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (2) Sparxx
Sparxx can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Rodriquez controls the pace.
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.
Rodriquez is fighting to break Sparxx's control of his arms but Sparxx is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Sparxx keeps moving. #T10#
Sparxx is trying to keep Rodriquez in close.
Rodriquez being controlled here momentarily.
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sparxx is keeping the position for now. #T11#
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Sparxx is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sparxx wants to sweep but no luck.
Sparxx is controlling Rodriquez's posture.
Rodriquez slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Rodriquez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sparxx swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T12#
Sparxx is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Rodriquez looking to sit in guard and control but Sparxx gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (4) Sparxx
Sparxx controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T13#
Sparxx wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Rodriquez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Rodriquez is pulling down on Sparxx's head to control his posture. #T14#
Rodriquez wants to sweep here but Sparxx controlling him for the moment.
Rodriquez is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Rodriquez looking to control but Sparxx passes into half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez is trying to get back to full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sparxx wins on points by 4 to 2.
Tyrone Sparxx is the new super heavyweight champion!
A very excited looking Tyrone Sparxx made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
WP 90
Date: Mar 20, 2024 |
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 71 wins and 32 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 112 wins and 87 losses; Tyrone Sparxx!
The judges for this bout are Sam Margolis, Daniel Bishop and James Ackerman.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Rodriquez leaves Sparxx with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Rodriquez appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Sparxx dives in for a single leg takedown but Rodriquez sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Rodriquez slaps away a takedown attempt from Sparxx, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Nick Rodriquez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tyrone Sparxx.
Sparxx has his takedown stuffed#TD#
and Rodriquez counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Rodriquez. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Sparxx
Sparxx trying to keep a closed guard but Rodriquez is proving a slippery customer.
Rodriquez 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sparxx is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Sparxx pulls Rodriquez in close to prevent any damage.
Our spies down at at House of 1000 Corpses inform us that Sparxx has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Sparxx looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2#
Rodriquez slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Sparxx pulls Rodriquez in close to prevent any damage.
Sparxx looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rodriquez is one step ahead there.
Sparxx trying to control the position here. #T3#
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sparxx is keeping the position for now.
Rodriquez trying to control but Sparxx is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T4#
Rodriquez trying to control but Sparxx is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sparxx is keeping the position for now.
Sparxx pulls Rodriquez in close to prevent any damage.
Rodriquez pushes down on Sparxx's leg and manages to get into half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.#T5#
Rodriquez is keen to just control but Sparxx is a slippery customer.
Sparxx is trying to get back to full guard.
Well, if Rodriquez 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.
Sparxx is trying to get back to full guard.#T6#
Rodriquez trying to control the action but Sparxx is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but Sparxx defending well.
Well, if Rodriquez 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.
Rodriquez seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Sparxx does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T7#
Sparxx is trying is best to control the position here.
Rodriquez uses his free foot to push down on Sparxx's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Sparxx. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (0) Sparxx
Rodriquez takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Sparxx sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#T8#
Rodriquez perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Rodriquez looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Sparxx has his hands clasped together around Rodriquez's back. He's all about the action.
Sparxx wants to sweep but Rodriquez has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (8) vs (0) Sparxx
Rodriquez just content to control the position. #T9#
Sparxx is looking to reverse the position.
Sparxx is trying to control Rodriquez's posture but Rodriquez avoids it.
Rodriquez is looking to take a break and control but Sparxx is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T10#
Rodriquez tries to advance to mount but can't.
Rodriquez is staying tight to Sparxx's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Sparxx is trying to control Rodriquez's posture but Rodriquez avoids it.
Rodriquez tries to move to mount but Sparxx blocks the move with his legs. #T11#
Rodriquez working away.
A bit of a lull in the action here.
Rodriquez working away.
Rodriquez is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Sparxx tries to buck Rodriquez off but Rodriquez is having none of it.#T12#
Rodriquez controls the position.
Sparxx regains half guard.
Sparxx is trying to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Sparxx is defending well. #T13#
Sparxx trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Rodriquez manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (11) vs (0) Sparxx
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.
Sparxx keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Rodriquez looking to control but Sparxx is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Sparxx working to try and regain half guard.
#T14#
Rodriquez avoids the attempt from Sparxx to control.
Rodriquez trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez controlling his opponent.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 11 to 0.
Nick Rodriquez is the new super heavyweight champion!
After winning the bout, Nick Rodriquez thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Tyrone Sparxx was interviewed post fight and said 'Taking a couple days off, and I'm back training my skillz'. |
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Event:
WP 89
Date: Mar 16, 2024 |
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 50 wins and 57 losses; Strega Notturna! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 70 wins and 32 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, Steven Brown and Andrew Berry.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Notturna throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Rodriquez's waist but Rodriquez gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Notturna off to one side.
Rodriquez tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Notturna is defended easily by Rodriquez.
Rodriquez feints the counter takedown.
Rodriquez stuffs the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Strega Notturna. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Notturna tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Rodriquez swivels and escapes.#TD#
Notturna shoots in and bounces Rodriquez off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Notturna (2) vs (0) Rodriquez
Notturna's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Rodriquez holds on and takes a little breather.
Notturna is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Notturna has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Notturna trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom. #T1#
Notturna pushes down on Rodriquez's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Notturna seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Rodriquez does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Notturna controlling the pace.
Notturna 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.
Rodriquez trying to control from the bottom.
Rodriquez is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Rodriquez regains full guard. Nicely done.
Notturna is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Notturna pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriquez is keeping the position for now.
Rodriquez is controlling Notturna's posture.#T2#
Rodriquez wants to sweep but no luck.
Notturna wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Notturna not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Notturna tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodriquez is retaining full guard.
Rodriquez can't keep his opponent in guard - Notturna advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Notturna trying to control the pace.
Notturna has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T3#
Rodriquez is trying to maintain the position but Notturna is very close to passing his half guard.
Notturna keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Notturna trying to control from half guard but Rodriquez is working away.
Rodriquez is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Notturna's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Notturna's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Notturna (2) vs (4) Rodriquez
Notturna trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #T4#
Notturna can't escape the position.
Rodriquez gets his hands free as Notturna looks to control.
Notturna can't escape the position.
Rodriquez is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
I really don't envy Notturna right now.
Rodriquez doesn't have the hooks in and Notturna manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Notturna (4) vs (4) Rodriquez#T5#
Rodriquez seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Notturna from controlling successfully.
Rodriquez has his hands on Notturna's head, controlling the position.
Notturna slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.#T6#
Notturna won't allow Rodriquez to sweep him here.
Notturna sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Notturna stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rodriquez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Notturna not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T7#
Notturna stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rodriquez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Notturna controlling from the top position.
Notturna won't allow Rodriquez to sweep him here.
Notturna tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodriquez is retaining full guard. #T8#
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Notturna from controlling successfully.
Rodriquez is controlling Notturna's posture.
Notturna trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodriquez keeping full guard, as Notturna tries to pass.
Notturna sitting in guard here, content to control.
Notturna trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T9#
Rodriquez keeping full guard, as Notturna tries to pass.
Notturna engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Rodriquez has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Notturna looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T10#
Notturna wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is keeping the position.
Notturna trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Notturna wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is keeping the position.
Notturna sitting in guard here, content to control.
Rodriquez controls Notturna momentarily but Notturna frees himself.
Rodriquez can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Notturna controls the pace.#T11#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Rodriquez holds on and takes a little breather.
Notturna stopping the sweep attempt from Rodriquez.
Notturna trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez pulls Notturna in to control the position.
Notturna controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Rodriquez holds on and takes a little breather. #T12#
Notturna trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodriquez wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Notturna works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Notturna wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping him busy.
Notturna controlling the action here.
Notturna seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Rodriquez for as long as he can get away with.#T13#
Rodriquez tries to roll over but Notturna keeps him under control.
Notturna controlling the pace.
Notturna is trying to control. Rodriquez wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Rodriquez moves into full guard.
Rodriquez looking to hit a scissor sweep but Notturna is one step ahead there.
Notturna controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T14#
Rodriquez manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Notturna manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Notturna (4) vs (6) Rodriquez
Rodriquez being controlled here momentarily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Notturna is keeping the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Notturna is trying to keep Rodriquez in close.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez wins on points by 6 to 4.
During a confident post fight interview, Nick Rodriquez thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
WP 88
Date: Mar 13, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 110 wins and 87 losses; Tyrone Sparxx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 70 wins and 31 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, James Ackerman and Colin Fotheringham.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Rodriquez defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Sparxx.
Rodriquez drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Sparxx defends it well.#TD#
Sparxx throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Rodriquez was covering up waiting for the punch and Sparxx finishes the takedown easily into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sparxx (2) vs (0) Rodriquez
Rodriquez can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Sparxx controls the pace.
Rodriquez working a defensive guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez pulls Sparxx in close to his closed guard and prevents Sparxx from doing any damage or advancing position.
Sparxx controls from within his opponent's guard. #T1#
Rodriquez has his hands on Sparxx's head, controlling the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sparxx controlling from the top position. #T2#
Rodriquez keeping full guard, as Sparxx tries to pass.
Rodriquez pulls Sparxx in to control the position. #T3#
Sparxx is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Sparxx trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sparxx stopping the sweep attempt from Rodriquez.
Rodriquez is controlling Sparxx's posture.#T4#
Rodriquez is continuing to stall.
Rodriquez looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Rodriquez is trying to control the position but Sparxx postures up.
Sparxx stays in close to Rodriquez's body and controls the position.
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.#T5#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rodriquez is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sparxx (2) vs (2) Rodriquez#T6#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sparxx is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sparxx (4) vs (2) Rodriquez
Rodriquez looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sparxx is one step ahead there.
Sparxx is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Sparxx seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Rodriquez for as long as he can get away with.#T7#
Sparxx'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.#T8#
Rodriquez is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
We've been hearing good reports from Sparxx'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.
Sparxx content to stall in guard here. #T9#
Rodriquez looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sparxx is one step ahead there.
Rodriquez trying to keep a closed guard but Sparxx is proving a slippery customer.
#T10#
Sparxx being controlled here momentarily.
Rodriquez is trying to control the position but Sparxx postures up.
Rodriquez 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.
Sparxx looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T11#
Sparxx stopping the sweep attempt from Rodriquez.
Rodriquez trying to keep a closed guard but Sparxx is proving a slippery customer.
#T12#
Sparxx content to stall in guard here.
Rodriquez looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Rodriquez has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T13#
Rodriquez looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Rodriquez wants to control the position but Sparxx says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Sparxx prevents Rodriquez from improving his position.
Sparxx trying to control the pace. #T14#
Rodriquez regains full guard. Nicely done.
Rodriquez can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Sparxx controls the pace.
Rodriquez looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Sparxx takes the fight on points by 4 to 2.
Tyrone Sparxx retains his super heavyweight title!
Tyrone Sparxx decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
WP 87
Date: Mar 09, 2024 |
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 70 wins and 30 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 109 wins and 87 losses; Tyrone Sparxx!
The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, Richard Clark and Steven Brown.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Sparxx fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Rodriquez attempts a counter takedown but Sparxx avoids it well and moves away.
Sparxx fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Rodriquez 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.
Sparxx with a poor takedown #TD#
and Rodriquez decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Sparxx's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Sparxx
Nick Rodriquez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tyrone Sparxx.
Rodriquez is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Rodriquez tries to free his leg and advance position but Sparxx is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Sparxx is keeping the position.#T1#
Rodriquez content to stall in guard here.
Sparxx controlling the position.
Rodriquez preventing the sweep.
Sparxx keeps trying to improve his position.#T2#
Sparxx has Rodriquez pulled in close to control his posture.
Rodriquez stands and throws Sparxx's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (0) Sparxx
Rodriquez controls the position.
Sparxx struggling a bit here.
Sparxx regains half guard.#T3#
Sparxx is controlling Rodriquez's trapped leg to prevent Rodriquez from advancing to side control.
Sparxx is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Rodriquez perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
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.#T4#
Sparxx is looking for a sweep. Rodriquez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Rodriquez sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T5#
Sparxx has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Sparxx wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
Rodriquez wants to free his trapped foot but Sparxx is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T6#
Rodriquez seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T7#
The fighters are battling for position here. Sparxx manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Sparxx can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Rodriquez controls the pace.
Rodriquez'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.
Sparxx tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T8#
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sparxx is keeping the position for now.
Rodriquez not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Sparxx keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sparxx is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (2) Sparxx#T9#
Rodriquez wants to sweep here but Sparxx controlling him for the moment.
Rodriquez is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Sparxx stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rodriquez swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T10#
Rodriquez has his hands on Sparxx's head, controlling the position.
Rodriquez can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Sparxx controls the pace.
Sparxx wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is keeping the position.#T11#
Rodriquez has control of Sparxx's left arm, preventing Sparxx from doing any damage.
Rodriquez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Rodriquez wants to hit a sweep here but Sparxx passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Rodriquez there! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (5) Sparxx
Rodriquez is looking to improve his position but Sparxx isn't that keen on the idea.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T12#
Rodriquez is working hard here to advance position.
Sparxx looking to control and managing it successfully. #T13#
Rodriquez tries to improve his position but instead Sparxx has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (5) vs (8) Sparxx
Rodriquez wants to escape the position.
Rodriquez trying to control the hands but Sparxx won't let him. #T14#
Sparxx controlling well, preventing Rodriquez from escaping the position.
Sparxx controlling from the back.
Sparxx trying to control momentarily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sparxx biding his time, looking for the opening.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sparxx wins on points by 8 to 5.
Tyrone Sparxx is the new super heavyweight champion!
Our winner, Tyrone Sparxx, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
WP 86
Date: Mar 06, 2024 |
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 69 wins and 30 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 56 wins and 55 losses; Long Wang!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, James Glass and Phil Schofield.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Wang clinches up against the cage.
Rodriquez is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Wang is defending well.#TD2#
Wang lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (2) Wang
Rodriquez is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at KFA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Rodriquez is looking for a sweep. Wang is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Wang stalling.
Wang looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wang is controlling the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez tries to get to full guard but Wang has control of the leg. #T1#
Still in half guard, Wang seems content to control.
Let's hope that Wang 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.#T2#
It looks like Wang 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.
Wang tries to pass to full mount but Rodriquez defends it. #T3#
Wang controlling the action here.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Wang.
Rodriquez tries to get to full guard but Wang has control of the leg.
Wang trying to control the pace. #T4#
Rodriquez wants to improve his position but Wang is controlling well.
Wang is taking a breather. Rodriquez 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.
Rodriquez controlling the position for now.
Rodriquez trying to control from the bottom.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Wang prevents Rodriquez from improving his position.#T5#
Wang tries to pass the half guard into mount. Rodriquez knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Rodriquez is looking to improve his position.
Wang is thwarting Rodriquez's attempts to control the position.
Rodriquez is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Wang controlling the action here.
Wang is pressing down on Rodriquez's thigh, looking to free his foot. Rodriquez is holding on for now.
Wang controlling the action here. #T6#
Yet more stalling tactics from Wang.
Rodriquez trying to hold on to Wang's head to control him but Wang postures up.
Rodriquez is trying to get back to full guard.
Wang perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Rodriquez tries to roll over but Wang keeps him under control.#T7#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Wang in particular looking to stall.
Wang is continuing to stall.
Wang is stalling here. Rodriquez is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Wang seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Rodriquez has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (2) Wang
Wang is looking to regain half guard here but Rodriquez keeps moving and retains side control.
Rodriquez taking a breather here. #T8#
Wang is looking for a sweep.
Rodriquez controlling the position.
Wang is looking to regain half guard here but Rodriquez keeps moving and retains side control. #T9#
Rodriquez wants to control but Wang is keeping him busy.
Wang trying to control but Rodriquez flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (7) vs (2) Wang
Wang just trying to survive but Rodriquez is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Rodriquez trying to control.
I would not like to be Wang right now.
#T10#
Wang turns into Rodriquez and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (7) vs (4) Wang
Wang slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Rodriquez has control of Wang's left arm, preventing Wang from doing any damage. #T11#
Wang is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Wang is looking to pass into half guard but Rodriquez pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Rodriquez is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (9) vs (4) Wang
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Wang is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodriquez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Wang swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Wang can't keep his opponent in guard - Rodriquez advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T12#
Rodriquez is taking a breather. Wang 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.
Wang trying to get back to full guard but Rodriquez takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (12) vs (4) Wang
Rodriquez controlling from the full mount.
Wang gets back to half guard.#T13#
Wang controlling the position for now.
Rodriquez is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Wang is pressing down on Rodriquez's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Wang is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Wang is keeping the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T14#
Wang is adopting a defensive guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 12 to 4.
Nick Rodriquez retains his super heavyweight title!
A relieved looking Nick Rodriquez thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Long Wang spoke after the fight, saying 'No worries. Everyone here knows my opponent has a bad habit of testing positive for PEDs, so I'm sure this fight will soon be ruled a 'No Contest' by the Athletic Commission.'. |
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Event:
WP 85
Date: Mar 02, 2024 |
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 68 wins and 30 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 108 wins and 86 losses; Tyrone Sparxx!
The judges for this bout are Paul Tew, Sam Margolis and Phil Schofield.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Sparxx fails to land the takedown.
Rodriquez changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Rodriquez enables Sparxx to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Rodriquez manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (2) Sparxx
Sparxx sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Rodriquez 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.
Sparxx postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez 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.#T1#
Rodriquez 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: Rodriquez (2) vs (2) Sparxx
Rodriquez is keen to just control but Sparxx is a slippery customer.
Rodriquez controlling the pace.
Rodriquez is looking to take a break and control but Sparxx is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2#
Still in half guard, Rodriquez seems content to control.
Rodriquez is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Sparxx reverses the position - he's now on top in Rodriquez's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (4) Sparxx
Rodriquez 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: Rodriquez (4) vs (4) Sparxx
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.#T3#
Rodriquez tries to pass to full mount but Sparxx defends it.
Sparxx wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
Rodriquez moves into full mount! Sparxx won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (7) vs (4) Sparxx
Rodriquez trying to control but Sparxx is having none of it. #T4#
Sparxx has given up his back here. Will Rodriquez look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (10) vs (4) Sparxx
Rodriquez keeps control of the position as Sparxx tries to break free.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sparxx is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Rodriquez.
#T5#
Rodriquez'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.
Sparxx trying to control the hands but Rodriquez breaks the grip.
Sparxx is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T6#
Sparxx trying to control the action but Rodriquez just sinks the hooks in.
Rodriquez controlling well, preventing Sparxx from escaping the position.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Sparxx trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Rodriquez trying to control momentarily.
#T7##SUB#
Sparxx is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Rodriquez is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Sparxx trying to control but not successfully. #T8#
A lull in the action here.
Rodriquez biding his time, looking for the opening.
#T9#
Rodriquez is not going to allow Sparxx to sit and survive in this position.
Rodriquez biding his time, controlling Sparxx.
Sparxx can't escape the position.
#T10#
Sparxx keeps trying to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
What can Sparxx do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Rodriquez trying to control momentarily.
Rodriquez controlling from the back.
Sparxx has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#T11#
Sparxx is keeping busy.
Sparxx is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Will Rodriquez go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
#T12#
Rodriquez has good solid back control here.
Sparxx prevents Rodriquez from getting a body triangle.
Sparxx controlling his opponent's hands, preventing the submission attempt.
Sparxx is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Rodriquez.
#T13#
A lull in the action here.
Sparxx trying to control the hands but Rodriquez breaks the grip.
Sparxx tries to roll but Rodriquez sticks to his back.
Sparxx just trying to survive but Rodriquez is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #T14#
A bit of a pause in the action here. Rodriquez controlling the positon.
You can see the frustration on Sparxx's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
I would not like to be Sparxx right now.
Rodriquez has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sparxx is trying to break free.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 10 to 4.
Nick Rodriquez is the new super heavyweight champion!
A very excited looking Nick Rodriquez made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
Tyrone Sparxx was interviewed post fight and said 'Taking a couple days off, and I'm back training my skillz'. |
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Event:
WP 84
Date: Feb 28, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 107 wins and 86 losses; Tyrone Sparxx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 68 wins and 29 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Richard Clark and James Glass.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Sparxx.
Rodriquez tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#TD#
Sparxx fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Rodriquez to the ground. Sparxx is now in Rodriquez's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sparxx (2) vs (0) Rodriquez
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.
Sparxx slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (5) vs (0) Rodriquez
Rodriquez is trying to get back to half guard.
Sparxx wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping him busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez is trying to control Sparxx's posture but Sparxx avoids it. #T1#
Rodriquez is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Rodriquez can't do much from the bottom here.
Rodriquez has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Rodriquez is trying to improve his position.
Sparxx wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodriquez keeps working. #T2#
Rodriquez tries to improve position but can't.
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.
Sparxx working away.
Rodriquez prevents Sparxx from improving position.
Sparxx trying to control the position but Rodriquez is working away. #T3#
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The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Sparxx is looking to take a break and control but Rodriquez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've been hearing good reports from Sparxx'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.#T4#
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Rodriquez is trying to control Sparxx's posture but Sparxx avoids it.
The referee asks Sparxx politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Sparxx prefers to stall for the moment though.
Rodriquez tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Sparxx presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Sparxx (7) vs (0) Rodriquez#T5#
Rodriquez is squirming around, avoiding Sparxx's attempts to control the action.
Rodriquez sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Rodriquez is looking to improve his position.
Rodriquez is positioning himself well to prevent Sparxx advancing to mount. #T6#
Rodriquez trying to control from the bottom.
Rodriquez wants to improve his position but Sparxx is controlling well.
Sparxx trying to control from half guard but Rodriquez is working away.
Sparxx is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T7#
Sparxx wants to free his trapped foot but Rodriquez is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Sparxx is keen to just control but Rodriquez is a slippery customer.#T8#
Sparxx content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Rodriquez is looking for a sweep. Sparxx is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T9#
Well, if Sparxx 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.
Rodriquez is trying to maintain the position but Sparxx is very close to passing his half guard.
Sparxx trying to control the pace.
Rodriquez tries to get to full guard but Sparxx has control of the leg. #T10#
Rodriquez has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Sparxx is working away from the top position though.
Sparxx is controlling the pace.
#T11#
Rodriquez wants to improve his position but Sparxx is controlling well.
Rodriquez has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Sparxx is working away from the top position though.
Well, if Sparxx 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.
Rodriquez is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.#T12#
Rodriquez is looking to control Sparxx's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Rodriquez avoid being mounted?
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Rodriquez is looking for a sweep. Sparxx is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Rodriquez is holding on to half guard well.
Rodriquez wants to improve his position but Sparxx is controlling well.
#T13#
Sparxx passes into side control, despite Rodriquez's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (10) vs (0) Rodriquez
Rodriquez is trying to escape the position but Sparxx is controlling the position.
Rodriquez struggling a bit here.
Rodriquez is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T14#
A lull in the action here.
Rodriquez gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Sparxx (12) vs (0) Rodriquez
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Sparxx has taken his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Sparxx (15) vs (0) Rodriquez
And that's the end of the fight!
Sparxx takes the fight on points by 15 to 0.
Tyrone Sparxx retains his super heavyweight title!
A very excited looking Tyrone Sparxx made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
WP 83
Date: Feb 24, 2024 |
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 68 wins and 28 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 106 wins and 86 losses; Tyrone Sparxx!
The judges for this bout are Paul Tew, Andrew Berry and James Atkins.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Sparxx tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Rodriquez defends well and Sparxx ends up having to push Rodriquez into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Rodriquez stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Rodriquez wants it to stay on the feet.
Rodriquez slaps away a takedown attempt from Sparxx, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Rodriquez drops down looking for a counter takedown but Sparxx sprawls and moves away.
Nick Rodriquez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tyrone Sparxx.
Sparxx shoots in for a double leg but Rodriquez sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Sparxx goes for a double leg but Rodriquez avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Rodriquez continues to drive forward.
Rodriquez displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Sparxx.
Rodriquez attempts a counter takedown but Sparxx avoids it well and moves away.
Sparxx shoots in looking for a takedown. Rodriquez tries to sprawl out of it but Sparxx keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Rodriquez manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Rodriquez appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sparxx dives in and grabs Rodriquez's left leg, looking for a takedown. Rodriquez pushes down on Sparxx's head and hops out.
Rodriquez appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#TD2#
Sparxx throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Rodriquez was covering up waiting for the punch and Sparxx finishes the takedown easily into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (2) Sparxx
Rodriquez wants to sweep here but Sparxx controlling him for the moment. #T1#
Rodriquez is working hard here to advance position.
Sparxx is stalling in the full guard.
Rodriquez 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.#T2#
Rodriquez wants to hit a sweep here but Sparxx passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Rodriquez there! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (5) Sparxx
Sparxx sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Rodriquez tries to hold on but Sparxx postures up.#T3#
Sparxx content just to control the position here.
My spies in House of 1000 Corpses inform me that Sparxx has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Rodriquez wants to hold on but Sparxx pushes him away.
Rodriquez is desperately trying to improve his position but Sparxx has a good base and remains in mount.
Rodriquez is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T4#
Sparxx can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Rodriquez is looking to escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sparxx tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.
It looks like Sparxx 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.#T5#
Sparxx is continuing to stall.
Rodriquez is just holding on here. Sparxx manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (0) vs (8) Sparxx#SUB2#
Sparxx tightening his grip on Rodriquez, looking for the choke.
Sparxx controlling well, preventing Rodriquez from escaping the position.
#T6#
What can Rodriquez do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#T7#
Rodriquez trying to survive by controlling the hands.
Good control from Sparxx.
Rodriquez is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T8#
A bit of a pause in the action here. Sparxx controlling the positon.
Rodriquez is keeping busy.
Rodriquez trying to control the hands but Sparxx breaks the grip.
Rodriquez tries to roll but Sparxx sticks to his back.
Sparxx really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Rodriquez.#T9#
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.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Sparxx's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Rodriquez turns into Sparxx and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (8) Sparxx
Rodriquez tries to free his leg and advance position but Sparxx is retaining full guard. #T10#
Rodriquez engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Sparxx controlling Rodriquez's posture. #T11#
Rodriquez's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Rodriquez seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Sparxx for as long as he can get away with.
Sparxx pulls Rodriquez in close to his closed guard and prevents Rodriquez from doing any damage or advancing position.
Sparxx tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T12#
Rodriquez sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Sparxx's guard.
Rodriquez performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Rodriquez tries to pass the half guard into mount. Sparxx knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Rodriquez stalling away here and it's allowed Sparxx to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #T13#
Rodriquez looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Sparxx looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rodriquez is one step ahead there. #T14#
Sparxx is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Sparxx might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Rodriquez haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Rodriquez engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez looking to sit in guard and control but Sparxx gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (10) Sparxx
And that's the end of the fight!
Sparxx wins on points by 10 to 2.
Tyrone Sparxx is the new super heavyweight champion!
A very excited looking Tyrone Sparxx made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
WP 82
Date: Feb 21, 2024 |
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 67 wins and 28 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 47 wins and 53 losses; Strega Notturna!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Donald Grub and Daniel Bishop.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Notturna shoots in and bounces Rodriquez off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (2) Notturna
Notturna tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodriquez is retaining full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodriquez is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
My spies in Average Judas Gym inform me that Notturna has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Notturna engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
It looks like Notturna 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.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rodriquez is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (2) Notturna
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Notturna wants to sweep but no luck. #T1#
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.
Notturna looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Rodriquez controlling from the top position.
Rodriquez slips nicely into half guard.
Notturna trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (2) Notturna
Rodriquez controlling the pace for now.
Notturna wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (8) vs (2) Notturna#T2#
Rodriquez has good solid back control here.
Notturna breaks Rodriquez's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (8) vs (4) Notturna
Rodriquez pulls Notturna in to control the position.
Notturna controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T3#
Notturna tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodriquez is retaining full guard.
Rodriquez trying to control the position here.
Rodriquez'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.
Notturna wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is keeping the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Notturna controlling from the top position.
Notturna's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T4#
Notturna won't allow Rodriquez to sweep him here.
Notturna's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Notturna from controlling successfully.
Notturna slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Rodriquez seems keen to control Notturna's posture.
Notturna is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T5#
Notturna wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is keeping the position.
Notturna looking to sit in guard and control but Rodriquez gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (10) vs (4) Notturna
Notturna looking to control.
Notturna wants to sweep here but Rodriquez controlling him for the moment.
Rodriquez is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T6#
Notturna is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Notturna looking for a sweep. Not yet Notturna, not yet.
Notturna keeping full guard, as Rodriquez tries to pass.
Rodriquez looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Notturna is keeping the position for now. #T7#
Notturna is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Rodriquez controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Notturna is keeping the position.
Notturna looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Notturna keeps trying to improve his position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Notturna looking to control.
#T8#
Notturna wants to sweep here but Rodriquez controlling him for the moment.
Rodriquez 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.
Notturna looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rodriquez is one step ahead there.
Rodriquez controlling from the top position.
Rodriquez postures up.
#T9#
Rodriquez tries to free his leg and advance position but Notturna is retaining full guard.
Rodriquez is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Notturna looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Notturna is keeping the position for now.
Notturna working a defensive guard but Rodriquez passes into half guard.
Rodriquez takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T10#
Notturna is staying active underneath Rodriquez, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Notturna is defending well.
Notturna wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy.
Notturna wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
Rodriquez wants to control but Notturna is keeping him busy.
Notturna desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Let's hope that Notturna 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.#T11#
Notturna has a hand on Rodriquez's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Rodriquez takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (13) vs (4) Notturna
Notturna has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (16) vs (4) Notturna
Notturna wants to escape the position.
Rodriquez gets his hands free as Notturna looks to control.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#T12#
Notturna rolls, trying to escape but Rodriquez keeps control of the position.
Notturna is still trying to improve position.
Rodriquez has good solid back control here.
Notturna wants to escape the position.
Rodriquez biding his time, controlling Notturna. #T13#
Rodriquez has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Notturna tries to escape but Rodriquez has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Notturna looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Rodriquez has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Notturna's body.
Notturna is really stuck here.
#T14#
Notturna just trying to survive but Rodriquez is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Notturna is keeping busy.
Notturna breaks Rodriquez's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (16) vs (6) Notturna
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Notturna not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Notturna looking to pass the guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 16 to 6.
Nick Rodriquez retains his super heavyweight title!
A victorious Nick Rodriquez thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
WP 81
Date: Feb 17, 2024 |
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 66 wins and 28 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 53 wins and 53 losses; Long Wang!
The judges for this bout are Paul Tew, Daniel Bishop and Sam Margolis.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD#
Rodriquez gets control of Wang's arms and successfully pulls guard. Rodriquez will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Wang is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Wang trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Wang controls from within his opponent's guard.
Let's hope that Wang 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Rodriquez working a defensive guard here.
Rodriquez wants to sweep but no luck.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.
Wang stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rodriquez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Wang is stalling in the full guard.
Wang postures up.
Wang slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Rodriquez is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rodriquez is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Wang#T2#
Rodriquez stopping the sweep attempt from Wang.
Wang has control of Rodriquez's left arm, preventing Rodriquez from doing any damage.
Rodriquez looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Rodriquez preventing the sweep.
Our spies down at at Average Judas Gym inform us that Wang has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T3#
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Wang trying to control the position here.
Rodriquez controlling from the top position.
Rodriquez'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.#T4#
Wang has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodriquez looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
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.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T5#
Wang looking to control.
Rodriquez controlling from the top position.
Wang managing to control the position. #T6#
Wang bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Rodriquez's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (2) Wang
Wang controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Wang stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rodriquez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Wang sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Wang wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is keeping the position.#T7#
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Wang from controlling successfully.
Rodriquez looking to control.
Rodriquez wants to sweep here but Wang controlling him for the moment.
Wang 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.
Rodriquez 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.
Wang stays in close to Rodriquez's body and controls the position. #T8#
Wang wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is keeping the position.
Wang looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Wang pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriquez is keeping the position for now. #T9#
Wang trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wang looking to pass the guard.
Wang wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Wang trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Wang is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T10#
Wang trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Wang controls from within his opponent's guard.
Rodriquez looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Wang 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. #T11#
Rodriquez pulls Wang in close to prevent any damage.
Rodriquez 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.
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Wang from controlling successfully.
Wang being controlled here momentarily.
Wang wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is keeping the position.#T12#
Rodriquez being controlled here, momentarily.
Rodriquez wants to sweep but no luck.
Rodriquez trying to keep a closed guard but Wang is proving a slippery customer.
Wang looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Wang won't allow Rodriquez to sweep him here. #T13#
Wang is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Wang preventing the sweep.
Wang is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Wang tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodriquez is retaining full guard.
Rodriquez is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Wang's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T14#
Wang trying to move into half guard but instead Rodriquez has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (2) Wang
Rodriquez controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Rodriquez seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Wang for as long as he can get away with.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wang wants to sweep but no luck.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 4 to 2.
Nick Rodriquez retains his super heavyweight title!
After winning the bout, Nick Rodriquez thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Long Wang was interviewed post fight and said 'No worries. Everyone here knows my opponent has a bad habit of testing positive for PEDs, so I'm sure this fight will soon be ruled a 'No Contest' by the Athletic Commission.'. |
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Event:
WP 80
Date: Feb 14, 2024 |
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 65 wins and 28 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 104 wins and 85 losses; Tyrone Sparxx!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Sam Margolis and Donald Grub.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Sparxx shoots in looking for a takedown. Rodriquez tries to sprawl out of it but Sparxx keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Rodriquez manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Sparxx dives in for a single leg takedown but Rodriquez sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Rodriquez feinted with a counter takedown.
Sparxx fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Rodriquez avoids it really well and circles away.
Rodriquez attempts a counter takedown but Sparxx avoids it well and moves away.
Rodriquez 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.
Nick Rodriquez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tyrone Sparxx.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Sparxx.
Sparxx has his takedown stuffed#TD#
and Rodriquez counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Sparxx
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T1#
Rodriquez wants to pass to mount but Sparxx is defending the position.
Rodriquez slows the pace down in half guard.
Rodriquez wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sparxx keeps working. #T2#
Sparxx is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Rodriquez jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (0) Sparxx
Sparxx is being controlled here.
Sparxx is trying to improve his position.
Rodriquez controlling the position.
Sparxx struggling a bit here.#T3#
Sparxx stops Rodriquez from passing to mount.
A lull in the action here.
Rodriquez tries to advance to mount but can't. #T4#
Who's going to make the next move?
Rodriquez trying to control the action but Sparxx is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T5#
Rodriquez gets to mount! Sparxx was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (7) vs (0) Sparxx
Rodriquez controlling from the full mount.
Sparxx is squirming around, avoiding Rodriquez's attempts to control the action. #T6#
Rodriquez wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Sparxx tries to hold on but Rodriquez pushes him away.
Sparxx gets back to half guard.
Rodriquez is just content to waste time from the top position. Sparxx takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Sparxx keeps moving. #T7#
Rodriquez 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.
Sparxx wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Sparxx keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodriquez slips nicely into half guard.#T8#
The fighters are battling for position here. Sparxx manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Sparxx is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
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.
Rodriquez looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T9#
Sparxx looking for a sweep. Not yet Sparxx, not yet.
Rodriquez is stalling in the full guard.
Sparxx is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T10#
Rodriquez sitting in guard here, content to control. #T11#
Sparxx not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Our spies down at at House of 1000 Corpses inform us that Sparxx has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Rodriquez showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Rodriquez looking to sit in guard and control but Sparxx gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (7) vs (2) Sparxx
Rodriquez wants to control but Sparxx passes easily into half guard.
#T12#
Rodriquez trying to control here.
Rodriquez is controlling Sparxx's trapped leg to prevent Sparxx from advancing to side control.
Sparxx wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is defending well.
Rodriquez is trying to maintain the position but Sparxx is very close to passing his half guard.#T13#
Sparxx with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Sparxx is looking to pass Rodriquez's guard but actually Rodriquez recovers to full guard.
Rodriquez 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.#T14#
Sparxx wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Sparxx is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sparxx is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 7 to 2.
Nick Rodriquez retains his super heavyweight title!
Our winner, Nick Rodriquez, 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.
The defeated Tyrone Sparxx had this to say: 'Taking a couple days off, and I'm back training my skillz'. |
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Event:
WP 79
Date: Feb 10, 2024 |
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 64 wins and 28 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 52 wins and 52 losses; Long Wang!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, Paul Tew and Colin Fotheringham.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Wang looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Wang shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #TD#
and Rodriquez decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Wang's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Wang
Wang has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Rodriquez stopping the sweep attempt from Wang.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez sitting in guard here, content to control.
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wang is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Rodriquez content to stall in guard here.
Wang wants to sweep here but Rodriquez controlling him for the moment.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.
Wang is looking to sweep but instead, Rodriquez has passed into half guard.
Rodriquez wants to pass to mount but Wang is defending the position. #T2#
Wang is trying to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (0) Wang
Wang can't escape the position.
Wang wants to hold on but Rodriquez pushes him away.#T3#
Wang can't escape the position.
Wang tries to lock up and control but Rodriquez gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodriquez fails to advance to Wang's back.
Wang is trying to escape the mount.
#T4#
Wang is squirming around, avoiding Rodriquez's attempts to control the action.
Wang is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Rodriquez looking to control and managing it successfully.
Wang tries to control Rodriquez's body but Rodriquez pushes him off. Wang squirms to his side and now Rodriquez has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (8) vs (0) Wang
Wang tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #T5#
Rodriquez controlling the pace for now.
Wang working to try and regain half guard.
Rodriquez controlling from mount.
Wang working to try and regain half guard.
Rodriquez looking to control and managing it successfully. #T6#
Wang manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Wang tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodriquez trying to control the action but Wang is working from the bottom.
Wang is controlling Rodriquez's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Rodriquez sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T7#
Rodriquez is looking to take a break and control but Wang is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Wang wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Rodriquez is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T8#
Wang is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Still in half guard, Rodriquez seems content to control.
Wang controlling the position for now.
Rodriquez perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T9#
Rodriquez prevents Wang from improving his position.
Rodriquez trying to mount his opponent but Wang defends it.
Wang is trying to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez tries to pass the half guard into mount. Wang knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Wang wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
#T10#
Wang controlling the position for now.
Wang is trying to get back to full guard.
Wang is holding on to half guard well.
Wang wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Wang wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
Rodriquez is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T11#
Wang tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg.
Wang wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T12#
Rodriquez looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Rodriquez prevents Wang from improving his position.
Wang moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Wang looking to control.
Wang looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Wang being controlled here, momentarily. #T13#
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wang is keeping the position for now.
Wang pulls Rodriquez in close to his closed guard and prevents Rodriquez from doing any damage or advancing position.
Rodriquez sitting in guard here, content to control.
Wang pulls Rodriquez in close to his closed guard and prevents Rodriquez from doing any damage or advancing position.#T14#
Wang trying to keep a closed guard but Rodriquez is proving a slippery customer.
Wang has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wang tries to land a sweep but no joy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
Nick Rodriquez retains his super heavyweight title!
Our winner, Nick Rodriquez, 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.
Long Wang spoke after the fight, saying 'No worries. Everyone here knows my opponent has a bad habit of testing positive for PEDs, so I'm sure this fight will soon be ruled a 'No Contest' by the Athletic Commission.'. |
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Event:
WP 78
Date: Feb 07, 2024 |
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 52 wins and 51 losses; Long Wang! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 63 wins and 28 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, James Glass and Colin Fotheringham.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Wang is defended easily by Rodriquez.
Rodriquez tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Wang 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.#TD#
Wang is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Rodriquez's half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Wang (2) vs (0) Rodriquez
Wang is taking a breather. Rodriquez 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Rodriquez regains full guard. Nicely done.
Wang looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T1#
Wang has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Wang passes Rodriquez's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Rodriquez desperately trying to maintain half guard. #T2#
Rodriquez is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Wang keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Wang seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Rodriquez for as long as he can get away with.
Wang continues to stall.
Wang is pressing down on Rodriquez's thigh, looking to free his foot. Rodriquez is holding on for now.
Wang is controlling the pace.
#T3#
More hug and hope from Wang.
Rodriquez is looking to improve his position.
Wang is controlling the pace.
Wang tries to pass the half guard into mount. Rodriquez knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T4#
Rodriquez is pressing down on Wang's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Wang controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T5#
Rodriquez is trying to keep Wang in close.
Rodriquez managing to control the position.
Wang is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Rodriquez has control of Wang's left arm, preventing Wang from doing any damage.
Rodriquez manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Wang manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wang (2) vs (2) Rodriquez
Wang 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.
Rodriquez sitting in guard here, content to control. #T6#
Wang pulls Rodriquez in to control the position.
Rodriquez controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Wang wants to sweep but no luck.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T7#
Rodriquez is pushing down on Wang's leg trying to pass to half guard. Wang is fighting to maintain full guard but Rodriquez has managed to sneak the leg through.
Wang wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy.
Wang is looking to improve his position.
Rodriquez stalling. #T8#
Wang is trying to get back to full guard.
My spies in KFA inform me that Rodriquez has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Rodriquez with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T9#
Wang is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Rodriquez has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Wang (2) vs (5) Rodriquez
Rodriquez controlling the pace for now.
Wang is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T10#
Rodriquez manages to capitalize on a mistake by Wang to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Wang (2) vs (8) Rodriquez
Wang rolls, trying to escape but Rodriquez keeps control of the position.
Wang is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Rodriquez.
Rodriquez has the hooks in. Wang is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Wang trying to control the hands but Rodriquez breaks the grip.
Rodriquez just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T11#
Wang is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Rodriquez controlling the position well here. Wang rolled but Rodriquez kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
I really don't envy Wang right now.
#T12#
Wang is working hard here to advance position.
Rodriquez trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Wang doesn't escape.
Rodriquez not allowing Wang to control his hands.
Rodriquez struggling to keep hold of the position.
#T13#
Wang tries to escape the position.
Wang looking very determined here, making life difficult for Rodriquez.
Wang trying to control the position but Rodriquez manages to sink in the hooks.
Wang tries to roll but Rodriquez sticks to his back.
#T14#
Wang trying to control the action but Rodriquez just sinks the hooks in.
Wang's corner are yelling at him, telling him to just focus on controlling Rodriquez's hands.
I would not like to be Wang right now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez gets his hands free as Wang looks to control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez wins on points by 8 to 2.
Nick Rodriquez is the new super heavyweight champion!
A very excited looking Nick Rodriquez made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
Long Wang was interviewed post fight and said 'No worries. Everyone here knows my opponent has a bad habit of testing positive for PEDs, so I'm sure this fight will soon be ruled a 'No Contest' by the Athletic Commission.'. |
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Event:
WP 77
Date: Feb 03, 2024 |
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 40 wins and 46 losses; Anthony Lavicci! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 62 wins and 28 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, Donald Grub and Paul Tew.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Lavicci fails with the takedown#TD2#
and Rodriquez counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Lavicci! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Lavicci (0) vs (4) Rodriquez
A lull in the action here as Rodriquez stalls from top position.
Lavicci has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Lavicci is trying to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lavicci regains half guard there - taking advantage of Rodriquez's attempt to lay and pray for a moment. #T1#
Lavicci is looking for a sweep. Rodriquez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodriquez is pressing down on Lavicci's thigh, looking to free his foot. Lavicci is holding on for now.
Rodriquez is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Lavicci is looking for a sweep. Rodriquez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Rodriquez in particular looking to stall.
Rodriquez frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Lavicci (0) vs (7) Rodriquez
Rodriquez looking to control and managing it successfully. #T3#
Lavicci is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Rodriquez avoids the attempt from Lavicci to control.
Rodriquez prevents Lavicci from getting the reversal.#T4#
Rodriquez controlling the position easily from mount.
Lavicci tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Rodriquez controlling from mount.
My spies in KFA inform me that Rodriquez has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Lavicci is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T5#
Rodriquez tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Rodriquez tries to control but Lavicci wriggling away.
Rodriquez controlling the pace for now. #T6##T7#
Rodriquez pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Rodriquez content just to control the position here.
Lavicci is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T8#
Rodriquez content just to control the position here.
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.
Rodriquez's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T9#
Lavicci gets back to half guard.
Rodriquez wants to pass to mount but Lavicci is defending the position.
Rodriquez controlling the action here.#T10#
Rodriquez is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Lavicci reverses the position - he's now on top in Rodriquez's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lavicci (2) vs (7) Rodriquez
Lavicci sitting in guard here, content to control.
Lavicci is looking to pass into half guard but Rodriquez pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Rodriquez is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lavicci (2) vs (9) Rodriquez#T11#
Lavicci is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Lavicci looking for a sweep. Not yet Lavicci, not yet.
Rodriquez controls from within his opponent's guard.
Lavicci looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rodriquez is one step ahead there.
Rodriquez looking to pass the guard. #T12#
Rodriquez trying to control but Lavicci is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Lavicci throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Rodriquez escapes and throws Lavicci's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Lavicci (2) vs (12) Rodriquez
A lull in the action here as Rodriquez stalls from top position.#T13#
Lavicci has one of Rodriquez's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.#T14#
Rodriquez tries to advance to mount but Lavicci denies him.
Lavicci tries to bench press Rodriquez off him but Rodriquez keeps the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Lavicci holds on to Rodriquez's head and controls the position momentarily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez wins on points by 12 to 2.
Our winner, Nick Rodriquez, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
WP 76
Date: Jan 31, 2024 |
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 62 wins and 27 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 50 wins and 51 losses; Long Wang!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, Colin Fotheringham and Sam Margolis.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Wang pushes Rodriquez up against the cage in a clinch.
Rodriquez 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.#TD2#
Wang turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (4) Wang
Rodriquez prevents Wang from moving into mount.
Wang wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping him busy.
Wang has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Rodriquez! Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (0) vs (6) Wang
Rodriquez is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Wang content just to control the position here.
Rodriquez wants to control but Wang is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wang controlling the position easily from mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Rodriquez wants to control but Wang is having none of it.
Wang controlling the position easily from mount.
Rodriquez wants to control but Wang is having none of it.
Wang looking to control and managing it successfully. #T2#
Rodriquez is in all sorts of trouble here.
Rodriquez tries to hold on but Wang postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wang tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Let's hope that Wang 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.
Wang's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T3#
Wang is stalling here but it's allowed Rodriquez to get half guard.
Wang is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Rodriquez reverses the position - he's now on top in Wang's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (6) Wang
Wang controls Rodriquez momentarily but Rodriquez frees himself.
Wang pulls Rodriquez in close to prevent any damage. #T4#
Wang looking for a sweep. Not yet Wang, not yet.
Wang is adopting a defensive guard.
Rodriquez is stalling in the full guard. #T5#
Rodriquez looking to pass the guard.
Rodriquez stopping the sweep attempt from Wang.#T6#
Rodriquez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Wang swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Wang working a defensive guard here.
Rodriquez controlling from the top position.
Wang looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rodriquez is one step ahead there.
Rodriquez looking to sit in guard and control but Wang gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (8) Wang#T7#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Wang showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Wang sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Rodriquez's guard.
Rodriquez trying to hold on to Wang's head to control him but Wang postures up.
Wang takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Rodriquez keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Wang trying to pass the guard but Rodriquez defending well. #T8#
Wang is taking a breather. Rodriquez 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.
Wang wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodriquez keeps working. #T9#
Wang perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Rodriquez is not content to let Wang control the position.
Wang frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (11) Wang
Rodriquez is wriggling around trying to escape.
Wang controlling from the full mount.
Wang is trying to control here but Rodriquez has managed to regain half guard.
Wang looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T10#
Wang tries to pass the half guard into mount. Rodriquez knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Wang is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Rodriquez! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (14) Wang
Wang content just to control the position here.
Wang wants to control the pace but Rodriquez is squirming around nicely.
Wang controlling the position easily from mount. #T11#
Wang can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Rodriquez is looking to escape.
Rodriquez is wriggling around trying to escape.
Wang controlling the pace for now.
Rodriquez sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Wang controlling the pace. #T12#
Wang is pressing down on Rodriquez's thigh, looking to free his foot. Rodriquez is holding on for now.
Wang is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Wang wants to pass to mount but Rodriquez is defending the position.
Rodriquez tries to roll over but Wang keeps him under control.
Wang tries to pass to full mount but Rodriquez defends it.
Wang seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Rodriquez does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T13#
Wang with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Wang tries to pass to full mount but Rodriquez defends it.
Wang not doing much here.
Rodriquez is refusing to be controlled, as Wang sits in half guard.
Rodriquez is trying to get back to full guard.
Wang tries to pass to full mount but Rodriquez defends it.
Wang is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (17) Wang#T14#
Rodriquez tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Wang controlling the position easily from mount.
Wang tries to control but Rodriquez wriggling away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wang is stalling here but it's allowed Rodriquez to get half guard.
Rodriquez won't allow Wang to pass to mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wang wins on points by 17 to 2.
Long Wang is the new super heavyweight champion!
Long Wang seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
WP 75
Date: Jan 27, 2024 |
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 61 wins and 27 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 40 wins and 44 losses; Anthony Lavicci!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, James Glass and Daniel Bishop.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Lavicci is defended easily by Rodriquez.#TD2#
Lavicci gets the takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (4) Lavicci#SUB2#
Lavicci goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Rodriquez has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Lavicci but great work by Rodriquez. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (4) Lavicci
Lavicci seems a little lost for a moment, as Rodriquez dominates the positioning.
Lavicci is looking to regain half guard here but Rodriquez keeps moving and retains side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lavicci prevents Rodriquez from moving into mount. #T1#
Rodriquez controls the position.
Lavicci keeping his opponent close.
Lavicci stops Rodriquez from passing to mount.
You can see the frustration on Lavicci's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
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#
Lavicci is looking for a sweep.
Lavicci is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Well, if Rodriquez 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.
Rodriquez'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.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Lavicci is defending well. #T3#
Rodriquez slows the pace down in half guard.
Rodriquez trying to advance position but Lavicci counters by regaining guard.
Rodriquez sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T4#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lavicci working a defensive guard but Rodriquez passes into half guard.
#T5#
Well, if Rodriquez 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.
Lavicci desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Rodriquez works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (7) vs (4) Lavicci#T6#
Rodriquez is trying to control here but Lavicci has managed to regain half guard.
Lavicci is trying to get back to full guard.
Still in half guard, Rodriquez seems content to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T7#
Lavicci is trying to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Lavicci wants to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Lavicci's thigh. Lavicci counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Lavicci has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Ground Zero Workout Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#T8#
Lavicci wants to sweep here but Rodriquez controlling him for the moment.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Lavicci manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (7) vs (6) Lavicci
Rodriquez controlling Lavicci's posture.
Lavicci trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom. #T9#
Lavicci pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriquez is keeping the position for now.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.
Rodriquez pulls Lavicci in close to his closed guard and prevents Lavicci from doing any damage or advancing position.
Rodriquez keeping full guard, as Lavicci tries to pass. #T10#
Rodriquez lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (9) vs (6) Lavicci
Lavicci looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rodriquez is one step ahead there.
Rodriquez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lavicci swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lavicci can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Rodriquez controls the pace.#T11#
Rodriquez advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (12) vs (6) Lavicci
Lavicci being controlled for a moment.
Lavicci tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T12#
Lavicci holds on to Rodriquez's head and controls the position momentarily.
Rodriquez advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (14) vs (6) Lavicci
Lavicci is looking to get to half guard.
Rodriquez takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T13#
Rodriquez seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Lavicci for as long as he can get away with.
Rodriquez can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Lavicci is looking to escape.
Lavicci keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T14#
Rodriquez sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Lavicci keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Rodriquez seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Lavicci is holding on tight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez content just to control the position here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 14 to 6.
Nick Rodriquez retains his super heavyweight title!
Nick Rodriquez seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
WP 74
Date: Jan 24, 2024 |
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 49 wins and 50 losses; Long Wang! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 60 wins and 27 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, Paul Tew and James Ackerman.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Wang is defended easily by Rodriquez.#TD#
Wang scores with a takedown into Rodriquez's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Wang (2) vs (0) Rodriquez
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.
Wang is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Wang has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez pulls Wang in close to prevent any damage.
Rodriquez keeping full guard, as Wang tries to pass. #T1#
Rodriquez controls Wang momentarily but Wang frees himself.
Wang is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Rodriquez 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: Wang (2) vs (2) Rodriquez
Wang is trying to maintain the position but Rodriquez is very close to passing his half guard.
Wang wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
Wang has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Rodriquez is working away from the top position though.
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.
Wang moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T2#
Rodriquez won't allow Wang to sweep him here.
Wang is trying to keep Rodriquez in close.
Wang tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Wang is trying to keep Rodriquez in close.
Wang working a defensive guard but Rodriquez passes into half guard.
Wang is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3#
Rodriquez wants to lay and pray for a moment but Wang keeps working.
Wang is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Rodriquez wants to take a breather but Wang is having none of it.
Wang wants to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez is thwarting Wang's attempts to control the position.
Wang controlling the position well.
Wang trying to hold on to Rodriquez's head to control him but Rodriquez postures up.
#T4#
Wang is controlling Rodriquez's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Rodriquez is keen to just control but Wang is a slippery customer.
Wang is pressing down on Rodriquez's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Wang is trying to keep Rodriquez in close.
Wang wants to sweep here but Rodriquez controlling him for the moment.
My spies in KFA inform me that Rodriquez has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Rodriquez's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T5#
Wang controlling Rodriquez's posture.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Wang is keeping the position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Wang manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Rodriquez manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wang (4) vs (2) Rodriquez
Wang not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Wang tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodriquez is retaining full guard.
Rodriquez can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Wang controls the pace.
Wang tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodriquez is retaining full guard.
Wang showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T6#
Rodriquez manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Wang manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wang (4) vs (4) Rodriquez
Wang is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Wang is trying to keep Rodriquez in close.
Wang is pulling down on Rodriquez's head to control his posture.
Wang controls Rodriquez momentarily but Rodriquez frees himself. #T7#
Rodriquez controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Wang trying to control the position here.
Wang wants to control the position but Rodriquez says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Rodriquez prevents Wang from improving his position.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Wang is defending well.
Wang wants to get back to full guard.
Wang wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T8#
Wang is looking for a sweep. Rodriquez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Rodriquez is trying to control the action in half guard but Wang is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Wang wants to get back to full guard.
Wang has his hands clasped together around Rodriquez's back. He's all about the action.
Rodriquez is taking a breather. Wang 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.
Wang is looking to improve his position.
Wang is trying to maintain the position but Rodriquez is very close to passing his half guard.
Wang is staying active underneath Rodriquez, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T9#
Wang wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Wang is looking to improve his position.
Wang keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Wang is defending well.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Rodriquez in particular looking to stall.
Wang is looking to control Rodriquez's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Wang avoid being mounted?#T10#
Wang wants to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez is trying to control. Wang wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Wang works his way to full guard. Good work.
Wang has Rodriquez pulled in close to control his posture.
Wang wants to control the position but Rodriquez says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Wang is controlling Rodriquez's trapped leg to prevent Rodriquez from advancing to side control.
Rodriquez seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Wang does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Wang trying to control but Rodriquez postures up.
Rodriquez prevents Wang from improving his position.#T11#
Wang works his way to full guard. Good work.
Wang trying to control the position.
Wang keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully.
Wang trying to control the position.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Wang keeps moving.
Wang trying to keep a closed guard but Rodriquez is proving a slippery customer.
Wang is pulling down on Rodriquez's head. It's preventing any offense from Rodriquez, at least for the moment.#T12#
Rodriquez trying to control but Wang is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rodriquez advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Wang (4) vs (7) Rodriquez
Wang wants to control but Rodriquez postures up.
Wang tries to improve position but can't.
Rodriquez working away.#T13#
Wang is looking to regain half guard here but Rodriquez keeps moving and retains side control.
Wang prevents Rodriquez from improving position.
Wang is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Rodriquez is looking to take a break and control but Wang is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Wang tries to improve position but can't.
Rodriquez working away.
Wang is looking for a sweep.#T14#
Wang can't do much from the bottom here.
Rodriquez is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Wang will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Rodriquez's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Rodriquez trying to control the action but Wang is working from the bottom.
Wang is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez trying to control the action but Wang is working from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez wins on points by 7 to 4.
Nick Rodriquez is the new super heavyweight champion!
After winning the bout, Nick Rodriquez thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Long Wang was interviewed post fight and said 'No worries. Everyone here knows my opponent has a bad habit of testing positive for PEDs, so I'm sure this fight will soon be ruled a 'No Contest' by the Athletic Commission.'. |
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Event:
WP 73
Date: Jan 20, 2024 |
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 38 wins and 44 losses; Anthony Lavicci! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 60 wins and 26 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, James Ackerman and Paul Tew.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Rodriquez keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#TD#
Lavicci closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Rodriquez did well to prevent Lavicci getting side control. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lavicci (2) vs (0) Rodriquez
Lavicci is keen to just control but Rodriquez is a slippery customer.
Rodriquez is looking to improve his position.
Lavicci tries to pass the half guard into mount. Rodriquez knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Lavicci trying to control the action but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez won't allow Lavicci to pass to mount. #T1#
Rodriquez controlling the position well. #SUB#
Lavicci is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Lavicci is looking to take a break and control but Rodriquez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are battling for position here. Rodriquez manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Lavicci stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rodriquez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lavicci trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Lavicci is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Lavicci wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Lavicci tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodriquez is retaining full guard.
Lavicci pushing down on Rodriquez's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Rodriquez keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Lavicci tries to pass the half guard into mount. Rodriquez knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T3#
Lavicci works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Lavicci (5) vs (0) Rodriquez
Rodriquez has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Rodriquez sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Lavicci trying to mount his opponent but Rodriquez defends it.
Lavicci is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Rodriquez! Score +3 for passing guard: Lavicci (8) vs (0) Rodriquez
Lavicci pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Lavicci has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#T4#
Lavicci wants to control but instead Rodriquez manages to regain half guard.
Lavicci is looking to pass Rodriquez's guard but actually Rodriquez recovers to full guard.
Lavicci pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriquez is keeping the position for now.
Lavicci wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving. #T5#
Lavicci is pushing down on Rodriquez's leg trying to pass to half guard. Rodriquez is fighting to maintain full guard but Lavicci has managed to sneak the leg through.
Rodriquez is looking to improve his position.
Rodriquez won't allow Lavicci to pass to mount.
Lavicci is looking to take a break and control but Rodriquez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Rodriquez wants to improve his position but Lavicci is controlling well.
#T6#
Rodriquez is looking to control Lavicci's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Rodriquez avoid being mounted?
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodriquez wants to get back to full guard.
Lavicci wants to pass to mount but Rodriquez is defending the position.
Lavicci wants to take a breather but Rodriquez is having none of it.
Rodriquez moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Lavicci trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T7#
Lavicci stopping the sweep attempt from Rodriquez.
Lavicci looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Rodriquez keeping full guard, as Lavicci tries to pass.
Lavicci is working hard here to advance position.
Rodriquez 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: Lavicci (8) vs (2) Rodriquez#T8#
Lavicci moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Lavicci pulls Rodriquez in close to prevent any damage. #T9#
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lavicci is keeping the position for now.
Rodriquez is pushing down on Lavicci's leg trying to pass to half guard. Lavicci is fighting to maintain full guard but Rodriquez has managed to sneak the leg through.
Rodriquez not doing much here.
Rodriquez seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Lavicci does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T10#
Still in half guard, Rodriquez seems content to control.
Lavicci moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T11#
Rodriquez sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T12#
Lavicci controls Rodriquez momentarily but Rodriquez frees himself.
Lavicci looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rodriquez is one step ahead there.
Lavicci is trying to control the position but Rodriquez postures up. #T13#
Lavicci controlling the position.
Rodriquez is stalling in the full guard.
Rodriquez preventing the sweep.
Lavicci controls Rodriquez momentarily but Rodriquez frees himself. #T14#
Lavicci can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Rodriquez controls the pace.
Lavicci keeping full guard, as Rodriquez tries to pass.
Lavicci looking for a sweep. Not yet Lavicci, not yet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Lavicci takes the fight on points by 8 to 2.
Anthony Lavicci seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
WP 72
Date: Jan 17, 2024 |
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 59 wins and 26 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 99 wins and 82 losses; Tyrone Sparxx!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, Richard Clark and Phil Schofield.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Rodriquez fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Rodriquez misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Rodriquez.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nick Rodriquez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rodriquez darts in looking for a takedown but Sparxx gets double underhooks and turns Rodriquez into the cage.
Rodriquez is trying to pull guard but Sparxx turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#TD#
Rodriquez pulls guard.
Sparxx stays in close to Rodriquez's body and controls the position.
Rodriquez 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sparxx pushing down on Rodriquez's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Sparxx controlling the action here.#T1#
Rodriquez wants to sweep but Sparxx has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (3) Sparxx
Rodriquez is trying to escape the position but Sparxx is controlling the position.
Rodriquez tries to bench press Sparxx off him but Sparxx keeps the position.
Rodriquez looks to move to half guard but instead Sparxx has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (0) vs (5) Sparxx
Sparxx avoids the attempt from Rodriquez to control.#T2#
Rodriquez stops Sparxx from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Sparxx tries to take his opponent's back but Rodriquez turns with him and manages to move into guard on the top. Nice work. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (5) Sparxx
Rodriquez preventing the sweep. #T3#
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Sparxx keeps moving.
Sparxx seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Sparxx's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Rodriquez stays in close to Sparxx's body and controls the position. #T4#
Sparxx trying to control the position here.
Sparxx looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rodriquez is one step ahead there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodriquez looking to pass the guard. #T5#
Sparxx is adopting a defensive guard.
Sparxx is looking to sweep but instead, Rodriquez has passed into half guard.
Rodriquez has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (5) Sparxx#T6#
Sparxx working to try and regain half guard.
Rodriquez is trying to take his opponent's back.
Sparxx regains half 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.
Sparxx is concentrating on defense, preventing Rodriquez from advancing position. #T7#
Rodriquez is looking to take a break and control but Sparxx is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Rodriquez wants to free his trapped foot but Sparxx is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Sparxx is trying is best to control the position here. #T8#
Sparxx wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
Rodriquez is pressing down on Sparxx's thigh, looking to free his foot. Sparxx is holding on for now.
Sparxx tries to roll over but Rodriquez keeps him under control.
Sparxx has his hands clasped together around Rodriquez's back. He's all about the action.
More stalling from Sparxx.#T9#
Rodriquez keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Sparxx gets back to full guard.
Sparxx is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T10#
Rodriquez controls from within his opponent's guard.
Rodriquez seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Sparxx for as long as he can get away with.#T11#
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rodriquez is working hard here to advance position.
Sparxx has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Rodriquez has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (8) vs (5) Sparxx
Sparxx is trying to get back to half guard.
Sparxx has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Sparxx struggling a bit here.#T12#
Sparxx tries to improve position but can't.
Rodriquez is looking to take a break and control but Sparxx is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Rodriquez working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sparxx is trying to get back to half guard.#T13#
Rodriquez tries to advance to mount but Sparxx denies him.
Sparxx is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Rodriquez's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Rodriquez is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Sparxx reverses the position - he's now on top in Rodriquez's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (8) vs (7) Sparxx
Rodriquez is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T14#
Rodriquez continues to stall.
Rodriquez working a defensive guard here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez is controlling Sparxx's posture.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 8 to 7.
Nick Rodriquez decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
The defeated Tyrone Sparxx had this to say: 'Taking a couple days off, and I'm back training my skillz'. |
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Event:
WP 71
Date: Jan 13, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 99 wins and 81 losses; Tyrone Sparxx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 58 wins and 26 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, Colin Fotheringham and Donald Grub.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Rodriquez shoots in but Sparxx avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Horrible takedown attempt by Rodriquez or perhaps it was just good defense by Sparxx, which made it look bad.
Tyrone Sparxx seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rodriquez throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Sparxx's waist but Sparxx gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Rodriquez off to one side.
Tyrone Sparxx has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nick Rodriquez.
Rodriquez shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Sparxx as he jumps to the side.
Rodriquez will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Sparxx stuffs the takedown attempt from Rodriquez. Rodriquez gets slowly back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Sparxx sprawls well. Sparxx wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Rodriquez gets slowly back to his feet.
Rodriquez shoots for a double leg takedown but Sparxx sprawls well. He's pushed Rodriquez's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Rodriquez.#T1#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Rodriquez.
Sparxx stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Sparxx wants it to stay on the feet.#TD2#
Sparxx gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sparxx (0) vs (2) Rodriquez
Sparxx pulls Rodriquez in close to his closed guard and prevents Rodriquez from doing any damage or advancing position.
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Sparxx is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Sparxx is pulling down on Rodriquez's head to control his posture.
Sparxx wants to sweep here but Rodriquez controlling him for the moment.
Rodriquez trying to control but Sparxx is working from the bottom. #T3#
Sparxx is trying to control the position but Rodriquez postures up.
My spies in KFA inform me that Rodriquez has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
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.
Rodriquez trying to control but Sparxx is working from the bottom.
Sparxx bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Rodriquez's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sparxx (2) vs (2) Rodriquez
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Sparxx from controlling successfully. #T4#
Rodriquez has control of Sparxx's left arm, preventing Sparxx from doing any damage.
Rodriquez keeping full guard, as Sparxx tries to pass.
Sparxx trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T5#
Sparxx showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Rodriquez lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sparxx (2) vs (4) Rodriquez
We've been hearing good reports from Sparxx'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.#T6#
Sparxx trying to control the position here.
Rodriquez passes Sparxx's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but Sparxx defending well.
Sparxx is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Rodriquez jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (2) vs (7) Rodriquez#T7#
You can see the frustration on Sparxx's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
A bit of a lull in the action here.
Sparxx can't do much from the bottom here.
Sparxx regains half guard there - taking advantage of Rodriquez's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Rodriquez with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T8#
Rodriquez wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sparxx keeps working.
Rodriquez stalling.
Rodriquez wants to control but Sparxx is keeping him busy. #T9#
Rodriquez is pressing down on Sparxx's thigh, looking to free his foot. Sparxx is holding on for now.
Sparxx trying to control here.
Sparxx trying to get back to full guard but Rodriquez takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (2) vs (10) Rodriquez#T10#
Rodriquez is trying to take his opponent's back.
Rodriquez controlling from the full mount.
Rodriquez's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Sparxx is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T11#
Sparxx is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Rodriquez seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Sparxx is holding on tight.
Sparxx sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Sparxx wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy.
Sparxx is looking to get back to full guard here but Rodriquez has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (2) vs (13) Rodriquez
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.
Sparxx is not content to let Rodriquez control the position. #T12#
Sparxx tries to bench press Rodriquez off him but Rodriquez keeps the position.
Rodriquez content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Rodriquez wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sparxx keeps working. #T13#
Rodriquez advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Sparxx (2) vs (15) Rodriquez
Sparxx tries to hold on but Rodriquez postures up.
Sparxx really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T14#
Rodriquez tries to control but Sparxx wriggling away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez wins on points by 15 to 2.
Our winner, Nick Rodriquez, 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.
The defeated Tyrone Sparxx had this to say: 'Taking a couple days off, and I'm back training my skillz'. |
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Event:
WP 70
Date: Jan 10, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 34 losses; Gaston Juncker! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 57 wins and 26 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are Paul Tew, James Glass and William Gold.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Juncker has his takedown stuffed#TD2#
and Rodriquez counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Juncker (0) vs (2) Rodriquez
My spies in KFA inform me that Rodriquez has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Juncker might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Rodriquez slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Juncker is pulling down on Rodriquez's head. It's preventing any offense from Rodriquez, at least for the moment.
Juncker has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T1#
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.
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Juncker is keeping the position for now.
Rodriquez sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Juncker controlling the position.
Juncker trying to keep a closed guard but Rodriquez is proving a slippery customer.
Rodriquez showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Juncker looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rodriquez is one step ahead there. #T3##SUB#
Juncker is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Rodriquez is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T4#
Juncker pulls Rodriquez in close to prevent any damage.
Juncker wants to sweep here but Rodriquez controlling him for the moment.
Rodriquez is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Rodriquez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Juncker swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T5#
Rodriquez sitting in guard here, content to control.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Juncker can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Rodriquez controls the pace.#T6#
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rodriquez showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Juncker controls Rodriquez momentarily but Rodriquez frees himself. #T7#
Juncker controlling Rodriquez's posture.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Juncker trying to keep a closed guard but Rodriquez is proving a slippery customer.
Juncker wants to control but Rodriquez passes easily into half guard.
Juncker is controlling Rodriquez's trapped leg to prevent Rodriquez from advancing to side control.#T8#
Rodriquez controlling the action here.
Juncker tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg. #T9#
Juncker is trying to control but can't.
Rodriquez slows the pace down in half guard.
Juncker trying to control but Rodriquez postures up.
Rodriquez controlling the pace. #T10#
Juncker trying to control here.
Juncker is looking for a sweep. Rodriquez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Juncker trying to control from the bottom.
#T11#
Rodriquez takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Rodriquez's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Juncker tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg.
Rodriquez wants to pass to mount but Juncker is defending the position.
Juncker is controlling Rodriquez's position as best he can from this difficult position.#T12#
Rodriquez perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but Juncker defending well.
Juncker tries to roll over but Rodriquez keeps him under control.
Rodriquez keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T13#
More stalling from Rodriquez.#T14#
Juncker tries to roll over but Rodriquez keeps him under control.
Juncker is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at House of 1000 Corpse, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez wins on points by 2 to 0.
Our winner, Nick Rodriquez, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
WP 69
Date: Jan 06, 2024 |
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 57 wins and 25 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 44 wins and 50 losses; Long Wang!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, Chris Edwards and Sam Margolis.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Wang moves to clinch but Rodriquez breaks away #TD#
so Rodriquez counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Wang
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Wang holds on and takes a little breather.
Rodriquez is stalling in the full guard.
Wang seems keen to control Rodriquez's posture.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodriquez slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wang controlling Rodriquez's posture. #T1#
Wang's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Wang 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.
Rodriquez's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Wang has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Rodriquez controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T2#
Wang wants to sweep here but Rodriquez controlling him for the moment.
Rodriquez controls from within his opponent's guard.
Wang looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Our spies down at at Average Judas Gym inform us that Wang has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Wang is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T3#
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Wang wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Rodriquez is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Wang manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Rodriquez manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (2) Wang
Wang trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodriquez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodriquez, not yet. #T4#
Wang is stalling in the full guard.
Wang tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodriquez is retaining full guard.
Wang controls from within his opponent's guard.
Let's hope that Wang 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.
Wang works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Wang trying to control the action but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Wang takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T5#
Wang is pressing down on Rodriquez's thigh, looking to free his foot. Rodriquez is holding on for now.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wang trying to mount his opponent but Rodriquez defends it.
Wang is thwarting Rodriquez's attempts to control the position.
Wang controlling the action here.#T6#
Wang wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is defending well.
Wang sitting and controlling from the half guard.
It looks like Wang 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.
Rodriquez won't allow Wang to pass to mount.
Rodriquez is looking to improve his position.
Wang keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Rodriquez is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Wang controlling the pace. #T7#
Rodriquez is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Wang content to control rather than advance.
Wang trying to pass the guard but Rodriquez defending well.
Rodriquez is looking to control Wang's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Rodriquez avoid being mounted?#T8#
Wang slows the pace down in half guard.
Rodriquez won't allow Wang to pass to mount.
Wang perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.
Rodriquez trying to hold on to Wang's head to control him but Wang postures up.
The fighters are battling for position here. Rodriquez manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Wang sitting in guard here, content to control.
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Wang from controlling successfully. #T9#
Wang wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is keeping the position.
Wang pushing down on Rodriquez's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Rodriquez trying to control here.
Wang slows the pace down in half guard.
Rodriquez trying to control from the bottom.
Rodriquez is looking to improve his position.
Wang content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T10#
Wang passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (5) Wang
Wang sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Wang is continuing to stall.#T11#
Rodriquez tries to lock up and control but Wang gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Wang controlling his opponent.
Wang trying to control but Rodriquez is having none of it.
Wang content just to control the position here.
Rodriquez is looking to get to half guard.#T12#
Wang wants to control the pace but Rodriquez is squirming around nicely.
Wang takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
The adventures of Wang the control monster continue. Boring.
Wang tries to control but Rodriquez wriggling away.
Rodriquez is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T13#
Rodriquez tries to lock up and control but Wang gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Wang wants to control the pace but Rodriquez is squirming around nicely.
Wang might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Rodriquez haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Wang controlling from the full mount.
Rodriquez tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T14#
Wang controlling the pace for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wang can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Rodriquez is looking to escape.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wang wins on points by 5 to 2.
Long Wang thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
WP 68
Date: Jan 03, 2024 |
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 48 wins and 65 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 57 wins and 24 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, Chris Edwards and Paul Tew.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Turturro throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Rodriquez's waist but Rodriquez gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Turturro off to one side.
Rodriquez changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Turturro with a poor takedown #TD2#
so Rodriquez counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Turturro (0) vs (2) Rodriquez
Rodriquez postures up.
Turturro being controlled here, momentarily.
Turturro trying to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Turturro holds on and takes a little breather.
Turturro trying to control the position.
#T1#
Turturro looking for a sweep. Not yet Turturro, not yet.
Turturro looking to control.
Turturro looking for a sweep. Not yet Turturro, not yet. #SUB#
Rodriquez lying in Turturro's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Turturro decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! Rodriquez taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Billy Turturro!
During a confident post fight interview, Billy Turturro thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
WP 67
Date: Dec 30, 2023 |
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 57 wins and 23 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 16 losses; Tyron Scott!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Richard Clark and Donald Grub.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Scott closes the distance and clinches.
Rodriquez wants a takedown but no success here.
#TD#
Rodriquez pulls Scott into guard.
Rodriquez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodriquez, not yet.
Scott wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Scott controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Rodriquez pulls Scott in close to prevent any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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#
Rodriquez is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Scott is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T2#
Rodriquez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodriquez, not yet.
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.
Rodriquez keeping full guard, as Scott tries to pass.
Scott's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Scott stopping the sweep attempt from Rodriquez.
My spies in Hammer House of Horror inform me that Scott has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T3#
Rodriquez trying to keep a closed guard but Scott is proving a slippery customer.
Scott stopping the sweep attempt from Rodriquez.
Rodriquez has control of Scott's left arm, preventing Scott from doing any damage.
Scott won't allow Rodriquez to sweep him here. #T4#
Rodriquez has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Scott has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (3) Scott
Rodriquez tries to bench press Scott off him but Scott keeps the position.
Scott is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Rodriquez's shoulder. That is not cool.
Rodriquez stops Scott from passing to mount. #T5#
Rodriquez is looking to regain half guard here but Scott keeps moving and retains side control.
Scott laying and praying for a moment but Rodriquez takes advantage and regains half guard.
Rodriquez wants to control but Scott is keeping busy.
Scott takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T6#
Rodriquez tries to roll over but Scott keeps him under control.
Scott seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T7#
Rodriquez wants to improve his position but Scott is controlling well.
Rodriquez is concentrating on defense, preventing Scott from advancing position.
Scott trying to mount his opponent but Rodriquez defends it.
Scott slows the pace down in half guard. #T8#
Rodriquez keeping hold of Scott's head, controlling as best he can.
Rodriquez has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Scott is working away from the top position though.
Rodriquez regains full guard. Nicely done. #T9#
Scott postures up.
Rodriquez pulls Scott in close to prevent any damage.
Rodriquez being controlled here, momentarily.
Rodriquez looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Scott puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #T10#
Scott tries to pass the half guard into mount. Rodriquez knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Scott is trying to control. Rodriquez wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Rodriquez controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Rodriquez is looking to improve his position.
#T11#
Scott tries to pass to full mount but Rodriquez defends it.
Rodriquez wants to get back to full guard.
Scott wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping him busy. #T12#
Rodriquez has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Scott is working away from the top position though.
Scott trying to control the pace.
Scott wants to pass to mount but Rodriquez is defending the position.
Scott stalling. #T13#
Rodriquez is trying is best to control the position here.
Rodriquez tries to roll over but Scott keeps him under control.
Scott trying to control the action but Rodriquez is working from the bottom. #T14#
Rodriquez won't allow Scott to pass to mount.
Rodriquez controlling the position well.
Rodriquez wants to sweep but Scott has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (6) Scott
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez looks to move to half guard but instead Scott has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (0) vs (8) Scott
And that's the end of the fight!
Scott wins on points by 8 to 0.
Tyron Scott is the new super heavyweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Tyron Scott thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
WP 66
Date: Dec 27, 2023 |
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 56 wins and 23 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 15 losses; Tyron Scott!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, James Atkins and Donald Grub.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Scott tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Rodriquez defends well and Scott ends up having to push Rodriquez into the ropes where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Rodriquez appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Scott misses with a takedown #TD#
and Rodriquez counters with a single leg into guard. Scott didn't expect that. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Scott
Rodriquez controls from within his opponent's guard.
Scott managing to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez stopping the sweep attempt from Scott.#T1#
Scott looking to control.
Scott 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.
Scott working a defensive guard here.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Scott keeps moving.
Our spies down at at Hammer House of Horror inform us that Scott has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
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.
Rodriquez looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Scott is trying to control the position but Rodriquez postures up.
Rodriquez tries to free his leg and advance position but Scott is retaining full guard.
Scott keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully.
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Scott is keeping the position for now. #T3#
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Scott keeps moving.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rodriquez controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Scott is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Scott wants to sweep but no luck. #T4#
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Scott is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Scott wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Rodriquez is now in half guard.
Scott is looking to get back to full guard here but Rodriquez has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (0) Scott
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.
Rodriquez looking to control but instead Scott has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.#T5#
Rodriquez stalling.
Scott is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T6#
Scott has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Rodriquez is working away from the top position though.
Rodriquez is taking a breather. Scott 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.
Rodriquez is thwarting Scott's attempts to control the position.
Rodriquez content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T7#
Rodriquez stalling away here and it's allowed Scott to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Scott is pulling down on Rodriquez's head to control his posture.
Rodriquez is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T8#
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Scott keeps moving.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Scott holds on and takes a little breather.
Scott not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Scott is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Scott is pulling down on Rodriquez's head. It's preventing any offense from Rodriquez, at least for the moment.#T9#
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Scott is keeping the position.
Rodriquez trying to control but Scott is working from the bottom. #T10#
Scott 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.
Scott keeping full guard, as Rodriquez tries to pass.
Rodriquez controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Scott is pulling down on Rodriquez's head. It's preventing any offense from Rodriquez, at least for the moment.#T11#
Scott is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Scott keeps moving.
Rodriquez postures up.
#T12#
Scott wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Scott 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.
Rodriquez is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Scott is keeping the position for now. #T13#
Scott is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Scott keeps moving.
Scott is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Rodriquez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Scott swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T14#
Rodriquez trying to control but Scott is working from the bottom.
Scott is pulling down on Rodriquez's head to control his posture.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez tries to free his leg and advance position but Scott is retaining full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 5 to 0.
Nick Rodriquez is the new super heavyweight champion!
Our winner, Nick Rodriquez, 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.
Tyron Scott spoke after the fight, saying 'Pathetic win. You trash and everyone khow it!'. |
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Event:
WP 65
Date: Dec 23, 2023 |
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 55 wins and 23 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 96 wins and 78 losses; Tyrone Sparxx!
The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, Chris Edwards and James Ackerman.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Rodriquez fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Sparxx avoids it really well and circles away.
Sparxx changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Rodriquez shoots in looking for a takedown but Sparxx manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Rodriquez's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#TD#
Rodriquez scores with a takedown into Sparxx's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Sparxx
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Sparxx is keeping the position.
Sparxx pulls Rodriquez in close to prevent any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Sparxx is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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#
Rodriquez engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Rodriquez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sparxx swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sparxx is pulling down on Rodriquez's head to control his posture.
Sparxx's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
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#
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Our spies down at at House of 1000 Corpses inform us that Sparxx has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Sparxx seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
More stalling from Sparxx.#T3#
Sparxx looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rodriquez is one step ahead there.
Rodriquez forces his way into half guard.
Sparxx won't allow Rodriquez to pass to mount. #T4#
Sparxx tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg.
Rodriquez looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Sparxx tries to roll over but Rodriquez keeps him under control.
Rodriquez with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Rodriquez is looking to advance position but Sparxx won't allow it. #T5#
Sparxx is trying to maintain the position but Rodriquez is very close to passing his half guard.
Rodriquez trying to control from half guard but Sparxx is working away.
Rodriquez performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T6#
Rodriquez wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sparxx keeps working. #T7#
Sparxx trying to hold on to Rodriquez's head to control him but Rodriquez postures up.
Rodriquez is looking to advance position but Sparxx won't allow it.
Sparxx preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #T8#
Rodriquez performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Sparxx is looking to improve his position.
Sparxx is trying to maintain the position but Rodriquez is very close to passing his half guard.#T9#
Sparxx tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg.
Rodriquez wants to control but Sparxx is keeping him busy.
Sparxx is looking for a sweep. Rodriquez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Rodriquez is trying to control. Sparxx wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Rodriquez trying to control the pace. #T10#
Sparxx wants to get back to full guard.
Well, if Rodriquez 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.
Sparxx is trying is best to control the position here.
Sparxx trying to control but Rodriquez postures up.
#T11#
Sparxx might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Rodriquez haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Rodriquez slows the pace down in half guard.
Sparxx is trying to get back to full guard.#T12#
Rodriquez is taking a breather. Sparxx 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.
Sparxx is looking to improve his position.
Rodriquez wants to take a breather but Sparxx is having none of it.
Sparxx controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Sparxx trying to control from the bottom.
#T13#
Well, if Rodriquez 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.
Sparxx is concentrating on defense, preventing Rodriquez from advancing position. #T14#
Sparxx is pressing down on Rodriquez's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Sparxx is controlling Rodriquez's posture.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 2 to 0.
During a confident post fight interview, Nick Rodriquez thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
In defeat, Tyrone Sparxx stepped up to the mic, saying 'Taking a couple days off, and I'm back training my skillz'. |
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Event:
WP 64
Date: Dec 20, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 96 wins and 77 losses; Tyrone Sparxx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 54 wins and 23 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, Chris Edwards and James Atkins.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Rodriquez throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Sparxx's waist but Sparxx gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Rodriquez off to one side.
Rodriquez fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Rodriquez shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Sparxx as he avoids it easily.
Tyrone Sparxx has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nick Rodriquez.
Rodriquez shoots in looking for a takedown. Sparxx tries to sprawl out of it but Rodriquez keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Sparxx manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Sparxx is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Rodriquez.
Rodriquez shoots in but Sparxx avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Rodriquez looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Sparxx is fending him off so far but Rodriquez persists. Nope, Sparxx circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Sparxx avoids it really well and circles away.#TD2#
Sparxx gets caught napping as Rodriquez dives in and scores a takedown. Sparxx manages to retain guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sparxx (0) vs (2) Rodriquez#T1#
Sparxx being controlled here, momentarily.
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.
Rodriquez preventing the sweep.
Sparxx is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Rodriquez won't allow Sparxx to sweep him here.
Rodriquez controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Sparxx controlling the position.
Rodriquez controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Rodriquez preventing the sweep.
My spies in KFA inform me that Rodriquez has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Rodriquez tries to free his leg and advance position but Sparxx is retaining full guard. #T3#
Rodriquez controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Rodriquez passes into half guard.
Rodriquez is trying to control the action in half guard but Sparxx is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez tries to pass to full mount but Sparxx defends it.
Sparxx is positioning himself well to prevent Rodriquez advancing to mount.
Rodriquez trying to control from half guard but Sparxx is working away. #T4#
Sparxx tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg.
Sparxx is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at House of 1000 Corpses, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Rodriquez controlling the action here.#T5#
Sparxx wants to sweep but Rodriquez has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (0) vs (5) Rodriquez
Sparxx is trying to escape the position but Rodriquez is controlling the position.
Rodriquez trying to control the position but Sparxx is working away.
This fight is sponsored by Chainsaw 7. More blood and guts and stuff like that, in cinemas everywhere now!#T6#
Sparxx trying his best to control but Rodriquez has mounted him. Score +2 for reaching mount: Sparxx (0) vs (7) Rodriquez
Sparxx is looking to get to half guard.
Rodriquez wants to take Sparxx's back here but Sparxx is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
#T7#
Sparxx wants to hold on but Rodriquez pushes him away.
Sparxx keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Sparxx regains half guard.
Sparxx wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy.
Rodriquez performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T8#
Sparxx is trying to maintain the position but Rodriquez is very close to passing his half guard.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Sparxx is defending well.
Sparxx trying to control but Rodriquez postures up.
#T9#
Sparxx wants to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez trying to control from half guard but Sparxx is working away.
Rodriquez content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Sparxx tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg. #T10#
Still in half guard, Rodriquez seems content to control.
Sparxx tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg.
Sparxx is working hard here to advance position.
Rodriquez slows the pace down in half guard.
Rodriquez stalling away here and it's allowed Sparxx to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #T11#
Sparxx looking for a sweep. Not yet Sparxx, not yet.
Rodriquez slips nicely into half guard.
Rodriquez is looking to take a break and control but Sparxx is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sparxx wants to get back to full guard but Rodriquez has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (0) vs (10) Rodriquez#T12#
Sparxx tries to bench press Rodriquez off him but Rodriquez keeps the position.
Sparxx is being controlled here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Let's hope that Rodriquez 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.
Rodriquez trying to control the position but Sparxx is working away. #T13#
Rodriquez is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Sparxx tries to buck Rodriquez off but Rodriquez is having none of it.
Sparxx manages to work his way to half guard, despite Rodriquez's best efforts.#T14#
Sparxx wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
Rodriquez is looking to pass Sparxx's guard but actually Sparxx recovers to full guard.
Sparxx working a defensive guard but Rodriquez manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (0) vs (13) Rodriquez
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sparxx tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Rodriquez wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez wins on points by 13 to 0.
A relieved looking Nick Rodriquez thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Tyrone Sparxx spoke after the fight, saying 'Taking a couple days off, and I'm back training my skillz'. |
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Event:
WP 63
Date: Dec 16, 2023 |
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 53 wins and 23 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 45 wins and 63 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, Colin Fotheringham and Andrew Berry.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Rodriquez shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Turturro napping and manages to drive through into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro manages to work his way to half guard, despite Rodriquez's best efforts.
Rodriquez controlling the action here.
Turturro tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg.
Rodriquez is looking to take a break and control but Turturro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez prevents Turturro from improving his position.#T1##SUB2#
Turturro is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rodriquez pulls his head out easily.
Rodriquez performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Turturro is doing well to control the position and prevent Rodriquez from advancing to side control.
Rodriquez prevents Turturro from improving his position.#T2#
Turturro moves into full guard.
Turturro working a defensive guard but Rodriquez passes into half guard.
Rodriquez is thwarting Turturro's attempts to control the position.
Turturro trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (7) vs (0) Turturro
Rodriquez avoids the attempt from Turturro to control.#T3#
Turturro tries to reverse the position but Rodriquez maintains control.
Rodriquez can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Turturro is looking to escape.
Turturro keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.
Rodriquez sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T4#
Turturro can't escape the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Rodriquez fails to advance to Turturro's back.
Turturro is just holding on here. Rodriquez manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (10) vs (0) Turturro
Rodriquez controlling the position well here. Turturro rolled but Rodriquez kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T5#
Rodriquez keeps control of the position as Turturro tries to break free.
Turturro trying to control the position but Rodriquez manages to sink in the hooks.
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.
Turturro turns into Rodriquez and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (10) vs (2) Turturro#T6#
Turturro controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Rodriquez looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Turturro puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Turturro is looking to take a break and control but Rodriquez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Turturro trying to mount his opponent but Rodriquez defends it. #T7#
Rodriquez trying to hold on to Turturro's head to control him but Turturro postures up.
Turturro tries to pass the half guard into mount. Rodriquez knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Rodriquez is looking for a sweep. Turturro is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Turturro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodriquez keeps working.
Turturro is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T8#
Rodriquez trying to control here.
Rodriquez is not content to let Turturro control the position.
Turturro takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Rodriquez trying to hold on to Turturro's head to control him but Turturro postures up.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Turturro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodriquez keeps working.
Rodriquez won't allow Turturro to pass to mount. #T9#
Rodriquez is refusing to be controlled, as Turturro sits in half guard.
Rodriquez trying to hold on to Turturro's head to control him but Turturro postures up.
Turturro trying to control from half guard but Rodriquez is working away.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is defending well.
Turturro is just content to waste time from the top position. Rodriquez takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #T10#
Rodriquez looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving. #T11#
Turturro stays in close to Rodriquez's body and controls the position.
Rodriquez trying to control the position here.
Turturro is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T12#
Turturro wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Rodriquez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodriquez, not yet.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rodriquez is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (12) vs (2) Turturro#T13#
Turturro wants to improve his position but instead Rodriquez has moved into half guard.
Turturro is not content to let Rodriquez control the position.
Rodriquez slows the pace down in half guard. #T14#
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
Rodriquez controlling the action here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Turturro for as long as he can get away with.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 12 to 2.
An out of breath Nick Rodriquez thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
WP 62
Date: Dec 13, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 95 wins and 76 losses; Tyrone Sparxx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 53 wins and 22 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, Sam Margolis and Richard Clark.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Rodriquez dives in and scores a takedown into Sparxx's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sparxx (0) vs (2) Rodriquez
Rodriquez is stalling in the full guard.
Rodriquez looking to pass the guard.
Sparxx wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez passes Sparxx's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
My spies in KFA inform me that Rodriquez has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Sparxx controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Rodriquez is taking a breather. Sparxx 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.#T1#
Sparxx regains full guard. Nicely done.
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Sparxx is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sparxx controlling the position.
We've been hearing good reports from Sparxx'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.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Rodriquez is stalling in the full guard. #T2#
Sparxx keeping full guard, as Rodriquez tries to pass.
Sparxx pulls Rodriquez in close to prevent any damage.
Sparxx keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully. #T3#
Rodriquez preventing the sweep.
Sparxx is adopting a defensive guard.
Rodriquez preventing the sweep. #T4#
Sparxx pulls Rodriquez in to control the position.
Sparxx controls Rodriquez momentarily but Rodriquez frees himself.
Sparxx bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Rodriquez's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sparxx (2) vs (2) Rodriquez
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.
Rodriquez is trying to control the position but Sparxx postures up.
Sparxx is stalling in the full guard.
Sparxx trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T5#
Rodriquez tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Sparxx from controlling successfully.
Rodriquez wants to sweep but no luck. #T6#
Rodriquez is trying to keep Sparxx in close.
Rodriquez wants to sweep here but Sparxx controlling him for the moment.
Sparxx trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sparxx won't allow Rodriquez to sweep him here. #T7#
Sparxx not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Sparxx seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Rodriquez for as long as he can get away with.#T8#
Sparxx pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriquez is keeping the position for now.
Sparxx forces his way into half guard.
Rodriquez wants to get back to full guard.#T9#
Sparxx takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Sparxx is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Rodriquez reverses the position - he's now on top in Sparxx's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sparxx (2) vs (4) Rodriquez
Rodriquez slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Sparxx wants to control the position but Rodriquez says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #T10#
Sparxx trying to control from the bottom.
Sparxx is trying to get back to full guard.
Sparxx holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Sparxx has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Rodriquez sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T11#
Rodriquez is stalling here. Sparxx is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Rodriquez seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Sparxx has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Sparxx (6) vs (4) Rodriquez
Sparxx working away.
Rodriquez tries to improve position but can't. #T12#
Rodriquez tries to control but Sparxx manages to take his back. Score +3 for taking back: Sparxx (9) vs (4) Rodriquez
Sparxx trying to control momentarily.
Sparxx controls the position.
Rodriquez tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Sparxx tries to control but Rodriquez wriggling away. #T13#
Sparxx sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Rodriquez tries to hold on but Sparxx pushes him away.
Sparxx looking to control and managing it successfully.
Rodriquez really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T14#
Rodriquez tries to hold on but Sparxx pushes him away.
Sparxx wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sparxx takes the fight on points by 9 to 4.
Tyrone Sparxx retains his super heavyweight title!
An out of breath Tyrone Sparxx thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
WP 61
Date: Dec 09, 2023 |
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 53 wins and 21 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 94 wins and 76 losses; Tyrone Sparxx!
The judges for this bout are Paul Tew, James Ackerman and Chris Edwards.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Rodriquez looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Sparxx is fending him off so far but Rodriquez persists. Nope, Sparxx circles away and we're back to standing.
Rodriquez shoots for a takedown but Sparxx saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#TD#
Sparxx gets caught napping as Rodriquez dives in and scores a takedown. Sparxx manages to retain guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Sparxx
Rodriquez looking to pass the guard.
Rodriquez preventing the sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Sparxx holds on and takes a little breather. #T1#
Rodriquez controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Sparxx keeping full guard, as Rodriquez tries to pass.
Sparxx is pulling down on Rodriquez's head to control his posture.
Rodriquez tries to free his leg and advance position but Sparxx is retaining full guard. #T2#
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Sparxx is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.
Sparxx controlling the position.
Rodriquez not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Sparxx keeps moving.
Rodriquez slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T3#
Sparxx keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully.
Rodriquez is stalling in the full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sparxx is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (2) Sparxx#T4#
Rodriquez looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Rodriquez keeping full guard, as Sparxx tries to pass.
Sparxx preventing the sweep.
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Sparxx from controlling successfully.
Sparxx controls from within his opponent's 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.#T5#
Rodriquez controlling Sparxx's posture.
Sparxx won't allow Rodriquez to sweep him here.
Sparxx trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodriquez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodriquez, not yet. #T6#
Rodriquez is trying to control the position but Sparxx postures up.
Rodriquez is adopting a defensive guard.
Sparxx controlling from the top position. #T7#
Sparxx postures up.
Rodriquez is pulling down on Sparxx's head to control his posture.
Rodriquez can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Sparxx controls the pace.
Rodriquez looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sparxx is one step ahead there. #T8#
Rodriquez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Sparxx slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in 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.#T9#
Rodriquez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodriquez, not yet.
Sparxx stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rodriquez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rodriquez wants to control but Sparxx passes easily into half guard.
Rodriquez has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Sparxx is working away from the top position though.#T10#
Sparxx keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Rodriquez tries to roll over but Sparxx keeps him under control.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Sparxx is looking to advance position but Rodriquez won't allow it.
Sparxx is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Rodriquez wants to get back to full guard but Sparxx has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (5) Sparxx#T11#
Sparxx wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping him busy.
Rodriquez is letting Sparxx control him for a moment.
Rodriquez can't do much from the bottom here. #T12#
Rodriquez tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Sparxx easily slips into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (2) vs (7) Sparxx
Sparxx fails to move to back control.
Rodriquez is squirming around, avoiding Sparxx's attempts to control the action.
Sparxx controlling from mount. #T13#
Rodriquez wants to hold on but Sparxx pushes him away.
Rodriquez is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Sparxx wants to control the pace but Rodriquez is squirming around nicely.
Rodriquez working to try and regain half guard.
#T14#
Rodriquez wants to control but Sparxx is having none of it.
Rodriquez keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez is working hard here to advance position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sparxx wins on points by 7 to 2.
Tyrone Sparxx is the new super heavyweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Tyrone Sparxx thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
WP 60
Date: Dec 06, 2023 |
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 52 wins and 21 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 45 wins and 60 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, James Glass and Paul Tew.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Turturro enables Rodriquez to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Turturro manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro being controlled here, momentarily.
Turturro seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Turturro can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Rodriquez controls the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro is trying to control the position but Rodriquez postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Turturro pulls Rodriquez in close to prevent any damage. #T1#
Let's hope that Turturro 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.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Turturro.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Turturro not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T2#
Rodriquez slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Turturro is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (2) Turturro
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Turturro sitting in guard here, content to control.
Rodriquez wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T3#
Rodriquez wants to sweep but no luck.
Rodriquez 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: Rodriquez (4) vs (2) Turturro
Rodriquez controlling the action here.#T4#
Rodriquez wants to pass to mount but Turturro is defending the position.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.
Turturro is looking for a sweep. Rodriquez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but Turturro defending well.
Rodriquez stalling. #T5#
Turturro wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
Rodriquez not doing much here.
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.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but Turturro defending well. #T6#
Turturro wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy.
Rodriquez is controlling the pace.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T7#
Turturro won't allow Rodriquez to pass to mount.
Rodriquez performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Turturro tries to roll over but Rodriquez keeps him under control.#T8#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Rodriquez in particular looking to stall.
Rodriquez wants to pass to mount but Turturro is defending the position. #T9#
Rodriquez is controlling the pace.
Rodriquez has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T10#
Rodriquez seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Turturro for as long as he can get away with.
Turturro has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Rodriquez is working away from the top position though.#T11#
Rodriquez seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Turturro desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Rodriquez perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T12#
Turturro is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Rodriquez jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (7) vs (2) Turturro
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face as Rodriquez controls the position.
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T13#
Turturro struggling a bit here.
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face as Rodriquez controls the position.
What's Turturro going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.#T14#
Rodriquez takes a little break here. Turturro wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Turturro wants to control but Rodriquez postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Turturro will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 7 to 2.
Nick Rodriquez retains his super heavyweight title!
After winning the bout, Nick Rodriquez thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
WP 58
Date: Dec 02, 2023 |
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 40 wins and 48 losses; Boris Balkan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 51 wins and 21 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are Sam Margolis, James Atkins and James Glass.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Balkan has his takedown stuffed#TD2#
and Rodriquez counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Balkan! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Balkan (0) vs (4) Rodriquez
Balkan is looking to regain half guard here but Rodriquez keeps moving and retains side control.
Balkan tries to control but Rodriquez manages to take his back. Score +3 for taking back: Balkan (0) vs (7) Rodriquez
Rodriquez controls the action.
Let's hope that Rodriquez 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Balkan is really stuck here.
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.#T1#
Balkan is working hard here to advance position.
Rodriquez gets his hands free as Balkan looks to control. #SUB2#
Rodriquez is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Balkan looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T2#
Balkan is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
I really don't envy Balkan right now.
Rodriquez controlling from the back.#T3#
Balkan trying to control the hands but Rodriquez won't let him.
Rodriquez has the hooks in. Balkan is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Rodriquez is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Balkan is really stuck here.
My spies in KFA inform me that Rodriquez has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T4#
Rodriquez keeps control of the position easily here as Balkan tries to buck him off.
#T5#
Balkan manages to reverse the position and now he's in Rodriquez's guard. Nice work there by Balkan.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Balkan (2) vs (7) Rodriquez
Rodriquez looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Balkan puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Rodriquez is trying to get back to full guard.#T6#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Rodriquez is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Balkan jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Balkan (5) vs (7) Rodriquez
Rodriquez is looking to reverse the position.
Balkan controlling the position.
Rodriquez tries to buck Balkan off but Balkan is having none of it.#T7#
Rodriquez being controlled for a moment. #T8#
Rodriquez is looking to regain half guard here but Balkan keeps moving and retains side control.
Balkan trying to control the action but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez is trying to control Balkan's posture but Balkan avoids it. #T9#
Rodriquez holding on.
Balkan will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Rodriquez manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Rodriquez is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Balkan with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T10#
We've been hearing good reports from Balkan'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.
Balkan looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Balkan prevents Rodriquez from improving his position.#T11#
Well, if Balkan 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.
Rodriquez wants to improve his position but Balkan is controlling well.
Balkan is thwarting Rodriquez's attempts to control the position.
Rodriquez is looking to improve his position.
#T12#
Rodriquez won't allow Balkan to pass to mount.
Rodriquez is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are battling for position here. Rodriquez manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T13#
Rodriquez controlling Balkan's posture.
Balkan's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Rodriquez wants to sweep but no luck.
Balkan tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodriquez is retaining full guard.
Rodriquez seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T14#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Rodriquez wants to improve his position but instead Balkan has moved into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez wins on points by 7 to 5.
Nick Rodriquez is the new super heavyweight champion!
Nick Rodriquez decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
WP 57
Date: Nov 29, 2023 |
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 39 wins and 48 losses; Boris Balkan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 51 wins and 20 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are Paul Tew, Chris Edwards and Andrew Berry.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Balkan looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Rodriquez is fending him off so far but Balkan persists. Nope, Rodriquez circles away and we're back to standing.
Rodriquez is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Balkan is trying hard to land a takedown here. Rodriquez sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
And Rodriquez tries to counter it with a takedown but Balkan pushes his down on his head and steps out.#TD#
Rodriquez gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Balkan (2) vs (0) Rodriquez
Rodriquez pulls Balkan in close to his closed guard and prevents Balkan from doing any damage or advancing position.
Balkan stopping the sweep attempt from Rodriquez.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez is trying to control the position but Balkan postures up.
Rodriquez has his hands on Balkan's head, controlling the position. #T1#
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Balkan from controlling successfully.
Balkan trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rodriquez is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Rodriquez wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T2#
Rodriquez is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Rodriquez tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Balkan is fighting to break Rodriquez's control of his arms but Rodriquez is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Balkan wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
We've been hearing good reports from Balkan'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.
Balkan slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T3#
Balkan preventing the sweep.
Rodriquez trying to control the position here. #T4#
Balkan wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Rodriquez looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Balkan wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is keeping the position.#T5#
Balkan won't allow Rodriquez to sweep him here.
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.
Rodriquez seems keen to control Balkan's posture.
Balkan preventing the sweep. #T6#
Balkan being controlled here momentarily.
Balkan will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Rodriquez 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.
Rodriquez has Balkan pulled in close to control his posture.
Rodriquez looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
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.#T7#
Rodriquez trying to control the position.
Balkan controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Balkan wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Balkan stopping the sweep attempt from Rodriquez.
Rodriquez working a defensive guard here.
#T8#
Balkan stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rodriquez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Balkan showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Balkan won't allow Rodriquez to sweep him here.
Rodriquez looking to control.
#T9#
Balkan controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Rodriquez looking to control but Balkan passes into half guard.
Balkan tries to pass to full mount but Rodriquez defends it.
Rodriquez is looking to improve his position.
#T10#
Balkan sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Rodriquez has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Balkan is working away from the top position though.#T11#
Rodriquez is trying to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez wants to control but Balkan is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Rodriquez trying to get back to full guard but Balkan takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Balkan (5) vs (0) Rodriquez
Rodriquez really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T12#
Balkan looking to control but Rodriquez is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Rodriquez is trying to escape the mount.
Rodriquez is still trying to improve position.#T13#
Rodriquez manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Balkan trying to pass the guard but Rodriquez defending well.
Balkan is trying to control the action in half guard but Rodriquez is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
The fighters are battling for position here. Rodriquez manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T14#
Balkan sitting in guard here, content to control.
Balkan trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Balkan content to stall in guard here.
Rodriquez wants to sweep but no luck.
And that's the end of the fight!
Balkan takes the fight on points by 5 to 0.
Boris Balkan is the new super heavyweight champion!
A very excited looking Boris Balkan made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
WP 56
Date: Nov 25, 2023 |
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 50 wins and 20 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 92 wins and 74 losses; Tyrone Sparxx!
The judges for this bout are Sam Margolis, James Ackerman and Colin Fotheringham.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Sparxx 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: Rodriquez (0) vs (2) Sparxx
Rodriquez is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Sparxx's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Sparxx's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (2) Sparxx
Rodriquez is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodriquez tries to get the hooks in deep but Sparxx pushed the leg off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Rodriquez controlling the positon.#T1##SUB#
Rodriquez has the hooks in and he's looking for a rear naked choke here. Sparxx is defending well but eventually Rodriquez manages to get an arm under the chin and he's locked on the RNC! Sparxx has no choice but to tap now! He does! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Nick Rodriquez!
Nick Rodriquez retains his super heavyweight title!
A victorious Nick Rodriquez thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
The defeated Tyrone Sparxx had this to say: 'Taking a couple days off, and I'm back training my skillz'. |
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Event:
WP 55
Date: Nov 22, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 92 wins and 73 losses; Tyrone Sparxx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 49 wins and 20 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are James Atkins, Phil Schofield and Sam Margolis.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Sparxx manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Rodriquez on his heels. He'll look to pass Rodriquez's guard now, I'm sure. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sparxx (2) vs (0) Rodriquez
Sparxx is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Rodriquez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodriquez, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Sparxx controls the pace.#T1#
Sparxx pushing down on Rodriquez's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Rodriquez moves into full guard.
Sparxx won't allow Rodriquez to sweep him here.
Rodriquez is controlling Sparxx's posture.#T2#
Sparxx sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Rodriquez looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sparxx is one step ahead there.
Rodriquez is pulling down on Sparxx's head. It's preventing any offense from Sparxx, at least for the moment.#T3#
Sparxx looking to pass the guard.
Rodriquez looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sparxx is one step ahead there.
Sparxx stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rodriquez swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
Sparxx preventing the sweep.
Rodriquez keeping full guard, as Sparxx tries to pass.
Rodriquez is pulling down on Sparxx's head to control his posture.
Sparxx content to stall in guard here. #T5#
Rodriquez wants to improve his position but instead Sparxx has moved into half guard.
Sparxx wants to free his trapped foot but Rodriquez is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T6#
Rodriquez is trying to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Rodriquez wants to control but Sparxx is keeping busy.
Sparxx takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Rodriquez trying to control here.
Sparxx is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T7#
Sparxx tries to pass the half guard into mount. Rodriquez knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Sparxx prevents Rodriquez from improving his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sparxx controlling the pace.
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.
Sparxx prevents Rodriquez from improving his position.#T8#
Sparxx wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is defending well.
Sparxx controlling the action here. #T9#
Rodriquez wants to improve his position but Sparxx is controlling well.
Rodriquez is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Sparxx trying to pass the guard but Rodriquez defending well.
Rodriquez trying to control but Sparxx postures up.
#T10#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Sparxx in particular looking to stall.
Rodriquez wants to get back to full guard.
Sparxx is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Rodriquez reverses the position - he's now on top in Sparxx's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sparxx (2) vs (2) Rodriquez#T11#
Sparxx seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Rodriquez advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (2) vs (5) Rodriquez
Rodriquez in side control, just content to control the action for now. #T12#
You can see the frustration on Sparxx's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Sparxx trying to remain calm as Rodriquez controls from the top position.
A bit of a lull in the action here.
Rodriquez takes a little break here. Sparxx wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#T13#
Sparxx is not content to let Rodriquez control the position.
Sparxx tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Rodriquez wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T14#
Sparxx can't do much from the bottom here.
Sparxx prevents Rodriquez from improving position.
A lull in the action here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez trying to control the position but Sparxx is working away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez wins on points by 5 to 2.
Nick Rodriquez is the new super heavyweight champion!
Our winner, Nick Rodriquez, 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.
Tyrone Sparxx was interviewed post fight and said 'Taking a couple days off, and I'm back training my skillz'. |
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Event:
WP 54
Date: Nov 18, 2023 |
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 48 wins and 20 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 11 losses; Tyron Scott!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, Chris Edwards and Donald Grub.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Scott keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#TD#
Rodriquez 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: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Scott
Rodriquez passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (0) Scott
Scott is squirming around, avoiding Rodriquez's attempts to control the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scott is looking to improve his position but Rodriquez isn't that keen on the idea.
Rodriquez controlling from mount. #T1#
Scott tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Rodriquez avoids the attempt from Scott to control.
Rodriquez controlling from the full mount. #T2#
Scott is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Rodriquez tries to control but Scott wriggling away.
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.
Scott is looking to get to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Scott is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Rodriquez tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Scott regains half guard.#T4#
Scott is looking to improve his position.
Well, if Rodriquez is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T5#
Scott is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Rodriquez wants to free his trapped foot but Scott is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T6#
Scott is doing well to control the position and prevent Rodriquez from advancing to side control.
Rodriquez prevents Scott from improving his position.
Rodriquez trying to control the pace. #T7#
Scott trying to control but Rodriquez postures up.
Rodriquez looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T8#
Scott is looking to control Rodriquez's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Scott avoid being mounted?
Rodriquez is controlling the pace.
Scott is controlling Rodriquez's position as best he can from this difficult position.#T9#
Scott trying to control but Rodriquez postures up.
Scott won't allow Rodriquez to pass to mount.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.
Rodriquez wants to lay and pray for a moment but Scott keeps working.
Rodriquez controlling the action here.#T10#
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but Scott defending well.
Rodriquez prevents Scott from improving his position.
Rodriquez controlling the pace.
Scott won't allow Rodriquez to pass to mount. #T11#
Scott wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Rodriquez trying to control from half guard but Scott is working away. #T12#
Rodriquez is controlling the pace.
Scott wants to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez controlling the action here. #T13#
Scott is looking to improve his position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Rodriquez in particular looking to stall.
Scott keeping control of the position. #SUB#
Rodriquez is working for a submission of some sort.
#T14#
Well, if Rodriquez 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez prevents Scott from improving his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 5 to 0.
A victorious Nick Rodriquez thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Tyron Scott spoke after the fight, saying 'Pathetic win. You trash and everyone khow it!'. |
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Event:
WP 53
Date: Nov 15, 2023 |
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 48 wins and 19 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 90 wins and 73 losses; Tyrone Sparxx!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, Colin Fotheringham and Chris Edwards.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Rodriquez shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Sparxx but Sparxx pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Horrible takedown attempt by Rodriquez or perhaps it was just good defense by Sparxx, which made it look bad. #TD2#
Sparxx shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Sparxx was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (4) Sparxx
Rodriquez is looking for a sweep.
Sparxx tries to advance position but instead Rodriquez slips a leg back in 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.
Sparxx takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Rodriquez tries to get to full guard but Sparxx has control of the leg.
Rodriquez 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.
Rodriquez won't allow Sparxx to pass to mount.
Rodriquez is refusing to be controlled, as Sparxx sits in half guard.
Rodriquez trying to control from the bottom.
#T2#
Rodriquez is positioning himself well to prevent Sparxx advancing to mount.
Sparxx keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Rodriquez is looking to control Sparxx's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Rodriquez avoid being mounted?
Rodriquez is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Sparxx is looking to take a break and control but Rodriquez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
My spies in House of 1000 Corpses inform me that Sparxx has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Rodriquez gets back to full guard.
#T3#
Rodriquez has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Rodriquez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodriquez, not yet.
Sparxx is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Sparxx pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriquez is keeping the position for now. #T4#
Rodriquez controls Sparxx momentarily but Sparxx frees himself.
Rodriquez is adopting a defensive guard.
Rodriquez wants to sweep but no luck. #T5#
Sparxx wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is keeping the position.
Rodriquez can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Sparxx controls the pace.
Sparxx wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Rodriquez pulls Sparxx in to control the position.
Rodriquez working a defensive guard here.
#T6#
Sparxx wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is keeping the position.
Rodriquez controls Sparxx momentarily but Sparxx frees himself.
Sparxx sitting in guard here, content to control. #T7#
Rodriquez wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Sparxx is now in half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Rodriquez manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Sparxx stopping the sweep attempt from Rodriquez.
Rodriquez is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Sparxx controls from within his opponent's guard. #T8#
Rodriquez working a defensive guard here.
Sparxx forces his way into half guard.
Sparxx seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Sparxx trying to mount his opponent but Rodriquez defends it. #T9#
Rodriquez desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Sparxx moves into full mount! Rodriquez won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (7) Sparxx#T10#
Rodriquez is wriggling around trying to escape.
Sparxx wants to control the pace but Rodriquez is squirming around nicely.
Rodriquez really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Rodriquez is working hard here to advance position.
Sparxx can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Rodriquez is looking to escape. #T11#
Sparxx wants to take Rodriquez's back but he can't do it this time.
Rodriquez gets back to half guard.
Rodriquez tries to roll over but Sparxx keeps him under control.#T12#
Sparxx is trying to control the action in half guard but Rodriquez is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Rodriquez is trying to get back to full guard.
Sparxx is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T13#
Rodriquez moves into full guard.
Rodriquez is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Rodriquez tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T14#
Sparxx showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Rodriquez trying to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sparxx wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sparxx wins on points by 7 to 0. Tyrone Sparxx retains his super heavyweight title!
Tyrone Sparxx decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
WP 52
Date: Nov 11, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 32 wins and 39 losses; Strega Notturna! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 47 wins and 19 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, Phil Schofield and Sam Margolis.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Rodriquez tries for a takedown but Notturna sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD#
Notturna manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Rodriquez on his heels. He'll look to pass Rodriquez's guard now, I'm sure. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Notturna (2) vs (0) Rodriquez
Rodriquez 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.
Rodriquez seems keen to control Notturna's posture.
Notturna wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez 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.
Notturna 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.
Rodriquez trying to control the position here. #T1#
Notturna wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Notturna engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Rodriquez controlling Notturna's posture. #T2#
Rodriquez looking to hit a scissor sweep but Notturna is one step ahead there. #T3#
Rodriquez trying to control the position here.
Rodriquez wants to sweep but no luck.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Rodriquez holds on and takes a little breather. #T4#
Notturna won't allow Rodriquez to sweep him here.
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Notturna from controlling successfully.
Rodriquez is pulling down on Notturna's head. It's preventing any offense from Notturna, at least for the moment.
Rodriquez wants to sweep here but Notturna controlling him for the moment. #T5#
Notturna pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriquez is keeping the position for now.
Notturna slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodriquez is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T6#
Notturna wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Rodriquez trying to keep a closed guard but Notturna is proving a slippery customer.
Notturna is fighting to break Rodriquez's control of his arms but Rodriquez is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Notturna stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rodriquez swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T7#
Rodriquez pulls Notturna in close to prevent any damage. #T8#
Notturna postures up.
Notturna trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodriquez 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.
Notturna is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Rodriquez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodriquez, not yet. #T9#
Notturna content to stall in guard here.
Rodriquez wants to sweep here but Notturna controlling him for the moment.
Notturna is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T10#
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.
Rodriquez wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T11#
Notturna pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriquez is keeping the position for now.
Notturna is working hard here to advance position.
Rodriquez seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Notturna is looking to pass into half guard but Rodriquez pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Rodriquez is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Notturna (2) vs (2) Rodriquez#T12#
Notturna has Rodriquez pulled in close to control his posture.
Rodriquez sitting in guard here, content to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodriquez preventing the sweep. #T13#
Rodriquez is stalling in the full guard.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rodriquez is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T14#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez won't allow Notturna to sweep him here.
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! Notturna is heads and Rodriquez is tails.
The coin is in the air and it lands... tails!
Rodriquez wins on points by 3 to 2.
A very excited looking Nick Rodriquez made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
WP 51
Date: Nov 08, 2023 |
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 29 wins and 32 losses; Anthony Lavicci! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 46 wins and 19 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, Richard Clark and James Ackerman.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Lavicci shoots in but no luck this time.
Rodriquez defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Lavicci.#TD2#
Rodriquez drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lavicci (0) vs (2) Rodriquez
Rodriquez looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Rodriquez is fighting to break Lavicci's control of his arms but Lavicci is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Lavicci is keeping the position.
Lavicci can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Rodriquez controls the pace.#T1#
Lavicci is adopting a defensive guard.
Rodriquez sitting in guard here, content to control.
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#
Lavicci trying to control the position here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodriquez is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T3#
Lavicci wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Rodriquez stays in close to Lavicci's body and controls the position.
Lavicci looking for a sweep. Not yet Lavicci, not yet. #T4#
Lavicci can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Rodriquez controls the pace.
Lavicci is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Rodriquez won't allow Lavicci to sweep him here. #T5#
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Lavicci is keeping the position.
Lavicci controls Rodriquez momentarily but Rodriquez frees himself.
Lavicci being controlled here, momentarily.
My spies in KFA inform me that Rodriquez has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T6#
Lavicci is controlling Rodriquez's posture.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Lavicci is keeping the position.
Lavicci has his hands on Rodriquez's head, controlling the position. #T7#
Rodriquez controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Lavicci wants to sweep but no luck. #T8#
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lavicci pulls Rodriquez in close to prevent any damage.
Rodriquez 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.
Lavicci pulls Rodriquez in to control the position. #T9#
Rodriquez slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Let's hope that Rodriquez 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.
Rodriquez preventing the sweep. #T10#
Rodriquez controlling from the top position.
Lavicci is pulling down on Rodriquez's head to control his posture.
Rodriquez sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Rodriquez advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Lavicci (0) vs (5) Rodriquez#T11#
Lavicci is looking for a sweep.
Rodriquez is staying tight to Lavicci's torso, preventing him from escaping. #T12#
Lavicci tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Rodriquez wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#T13#
Lavicci is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Rodriquez's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Lavicci is controlling Rodriquez's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Rodriquez seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T14#
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Rodriquez.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The fighters are battling for position here. Lavicci manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez wins on points by 5 to 0.
A relieved looking Nick Rodriquez thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
WP 50
Date: Nov 04, 2023 |
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 46 wins and 18 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 38 losses; Strega Notturna!
The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, William Gold and Chris Edwards.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Rodriquez manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Notturna on his heels. He'll look to pass Notturna's guard now, I'm sure. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Notturna
Rodriquez sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Notturna is keeping the position.
Notturna controls Rodriquez momentarily but Rodriquez frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Rodriquez controls from within his opponent's guard.
Rodriquez won't allow Notturna to sweep him here.
Rodriquez controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T2#
Notturna has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T3#
Rodriquez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Notturna swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rodriquez controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T4#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Notturna holds on and takes a little breather.
Rodriquez is stalling in the full guard.
Rodriquez'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.#T5#
Notturna keeping full guard, as Rodriquez tries to pass.
Rodriquez content to stall in guard here. #T6#
Notturna 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.
Notturna can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Rodriquez controls the pace.#T7#
Notturna wants to control but Rodriquez passes easily into half guard.
Notturna is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Rodriquez's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Rodriquez's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (4) Notturna
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.
Rodriquez tries to escape but Notturna has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Rodriquez is working hard here to advance position.#T8#
Rodriquez trying to control the hands but Notturna breaks the grip.
Notturna biding his time, controlling Rodriquez.
Notturna gets his hands free as Rodriquez looks to control.
Notturna is hanging on to Rodriquez's back as he tries to escape.
Rodriquez is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Notturna.
#T9#
Rodriquez tries to break free.
Rodriquez trying to control the hands but Notturna breaks the grip.
A lull in the action here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodriquez trying to control the action but Notturna just sinks the hooks in.
Notturna trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Rodriquez doesn't escape. #T10#
You can see the frustration on Rodriquez's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
What can Rodriquez do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Let's hope that Notturna 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.
Rodriquez is keeping busy.
My spies in MMA Training and Sparring Buddies inform me that Notturna has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T11#
Rodriquez tries to escape the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodriquez is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Notturna.
Rodriquez trying to control the action but Notturna just sinks the hooks in. #T12#
Rodriquez tries to escape but Notturna has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Rodriquez looking very determined here, making life difficult for Notturna.
Notturna is hanging on to Rodriquez's back as he tries to escape.
Rodriquez trying to control the hands but Notturna won't let him.
Notturna keeps control of the position as Rodriquez tries to break free.
#T13#
Rodriquez is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Notturna.
Rodriquez wants to escape the position.
Will Notturna go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
#T14#
Rodriquez trying to control the hands but Notturna breaks the grip.
And that's the end of the fight!
Notturna wins on points by 4 to 2.
A victorious Strega Notturna thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
WP 49
Date: Nov 01, 2023 |
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 45 wins and 18 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 36 wins and 40 losses; Long Wang!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, Phil Schofield and Paul Tew.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Wang has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD2#
Wang gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Rodriquez regains guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (2) Wang
Rodriquez pulls Wang in close to his closed guard and prevents Wang from doing any damage or advancing position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wang trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Wang has gone for a leg lock! Rodriquez slips out almost immediately though and dives into Wang's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (2) Wang#SUB2#
Wang is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Rodriquez is aware though and is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wang is trying to control the position but Rodriquez postures up.
Wang looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rodriquez is one step ahead there.
Wang can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Rodriquez controls the pace.#T1##SUB2#
Wang looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.
Rodriquez postures up.
#SUB2#
Wang looking for subs off his back but Rodriquez has passed one foot through into half guard.
Wang keeping hold of Rodriquez's head, controlling as best he can. #T2#
Rodriquez sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Wang wants to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T3#
Wang wants to get back to full guard.
Wang is refusing to be controlled, as Rodriquez sits in half guard.
Wang trying to control from the bottom.
Rodriquez prevents Wang from improving his position.
Wang makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Wang.
Wang can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Rodriquez controls the pace.#T4#
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Wang is keeping the position.
Wang wants to control the position but Rodriquez says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #SUB2#
Wang looking for a kimura from the bottom but Rodriquez passes into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (2) Wang
Wang tries to improve position but can't.
Rodriquez is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Wang's shoulder. That is not cool.
Wang is looking to reverse the position.
Wang is trying to control Rodriquez's posture but Rodriquez avoids it.
Wang tries to buck Rodriquez off but Rodriquez is having none of it.#T5#
Wang tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Rodriquez easily slips into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (7) vs (2) Wang
Wang sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#SUB#
Wang is defending against the submission attempts here by Rodriquez.
Rodriquez controlling the action here. #T6#
Wang wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
Wang trying to control but Rodriquez postures up.
Wang tries to roll over but Rodriquez keeps him under control.#SUB#
Rodriquez is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Wang tries to roll over but Rodriquez keeps him under control.#T7#
Rodriquez not doing much here.
Wang is trying to control but can't.
Rodriquez prevents Wang from improving his position.
Wang trying to control from the bottom.
#T8##SUB2#
Wang is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rodriquez pulls his head out easily.
Rodriquez is taking a breather. Wang 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.
Rodriquez prevents Wang from improving his position.
Wang is in trouble now - Rodriquez has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (10) vs (2) Wang
Rodriquez is looking to work his way around to Wang's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position. #T9#
Wang wants to control but Rodriquez is having none of it.
Wang is trying to escape the mount.
Wang keeps trying to improve his position.
Rodriquez wants to control the pace but Wang is squirming around nicely.
Wang is desperately trying to improve his position but Rodriquez has a good base and remains in mount.
Wang wants to control but Rodriquez is having none of it.
Rodriquez tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T10#
Wang tries to hold on but Rodriquez postures up.
Wang is just holding on here. Rodriquez manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (13) vs (2) Wang
Rodriquez trying to control.
I really don't envy Wang right now.
Rodriquez is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #T11#
Rodriquez is not going to allow Wang to sit and survive in this position.
Rodriquez is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #T12#
Rodriquez keeps control of the position as Wang tries to break free.
Wang is still trying to improve position.
Rodriquez controls the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wang trying to control the position but Rodriquez manages to sink in the hooks.
Good control from Rodriquez.
Wang is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T13#
Rodriquez is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Rodriquez is hanging on to Wang's back as he tries to escape.
Wang is keeping busy.
Wang tries to escape but Rodriquez has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Rodriquez has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Wang's body.
#SUB#
Wang is looking to escape here. Oh dear - Rodriquez has locked on a rear naked choke here! Wang is tapping out! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Nick Rodriquez!
A relieved looking Nick Rodriquez thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Long Wang was interviewed post fight and said 'No worries. Everyone here knows my opponent has a bad habit of testing positive for PEDs, so I'm sure this fight will soon be ruled a 'No Contest' by the Athletic Commission.'. |
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Event:
WP 48
Date: Oct 28, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 21 losses; Gaston Juncker! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 44 wins and 18 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, Phil Schofield and Daniel Bishop.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Nice takedown defense from Juncker. No joy for Rodriquez on that attempt.
Juncker feinted with a counter takedown.
Juncker fails with the takedown.
Rodriquez shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
We've been hearing reports that Juncker has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Juncker fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Rodriquez avoids it really well and circles away.
Rodriquez fails with the takedown.
Gaston Juncker has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nick Rodriquez.#TD2#
Rodriquez looking to score a takedown here. Juncker is defending well but Rodriquez drives through and ends up in Juncker's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Juncker (0) vs (2) Rodriquez
Rodriquez won't allow Juncker to sweep him here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Juncker is keeping the position for now.
Rodriquez controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T1#
Juncker tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Rodriquez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Juncker swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rodriquez sitting in guard here, content to control. #T2#
Juncker keeping full guard, as Rodriquez tries to pass.
Rodriquez is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Juncker looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Rodriquez puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Rodriquez is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Rodriquez is thwarting Juncker's attempts to control the position.#T3#
Juncker is looking for a sweep. Rodriquez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Juncker is working hard here to advance position.
Juncker is concentrating on defense, preventing Rodriquez from advancing position.
Juncker might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T4#
Juncker trying to control from the bottom.
Rodriquez controlling the action here.
Juncker wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy.
#T5#
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but Juncker defending well. #T6#
Juncker wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
Rodriquez performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Juncker preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Rodriquez stalling. #T7#
Rodriquez looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Rodriquez sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T8#
Let's hope that Rodriquez 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.
Juncker is trying to maintain the position but Rodriquez is very close to passing his half guard.
Rodriquez works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Juncker (0) vs (5) Rodriquez#T9#
Rodriquez controlling his opponent.
Juncker is trying to reverse the position but instead Rodriquez has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Juncker (0) vs (8) Rodriquez
Juncker tries to escape but Rodriquez has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Rodriquez controlling the positon.
Rodriquez is trying to stick to Juncker's back but Juncker is turning into Rodriquez. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Rodriquez's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Juncker. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Juncker (2) vs (8) Rodriquez#T10#
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Juncker from controlling successfully.
Rodriquez has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Juncker has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Juncker (5) vs (8) Rodriquez
Juncker in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Juncker wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping him busy. #T11#
Rodriquez is looking for a sweep.
Rodriquez manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Rodriquez is doing well to control the position and prevent Juncker from advancing to side control.
Rodriquez trying to control here.
#T12#
Juncker trying to control the action but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez is trying to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T13#
Juncker with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Rodriquez controlling the position well.
Juncker is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Rodriquez reverses the position - he's now on top in Juncker's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Juncker (5) vs (10) Rodriquez
Juncker trying to keep a closed guard but Rodriquez is proving a slippery customer.
#T14#
Rodriquez is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Juncker is keeping the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez wins on points by 10 to 5.
Nick Rodriquez thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
WP 47
Date: Oct 25, 2023 |
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 44 wins and 17 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 38 losses; Strega Notturna!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, Donald Grub and Andrew Berry.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Notturna shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Rodriquez manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (2) Notturna
Notturna preventing the sweep.
Rodriquez looking to control but Notturna passes into half guard.
Notturna wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping him busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez trying to get back to full guard but Notturna takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (5) Notturna#T1#
Notturna avoids the attempt from Rodriquez to control.
Rodriquez is trying desperately to improve position.
Notturna pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
#T2#
Rodriquez is looking to improve his position but Notturna isn't that keen on the idea.
Notturna controlling the position easily from mount.
Rodriquez sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T3#
Rodriquez keeping hold of Notturna's head, controlling as best he can.
Rodriquez wants to improve his position but Notturna is controlling well.
Notturna seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Rodriquez does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
My spies in MMA Training and Sparring Buddies inform me that Notturna has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T4#
Rodriquez tries to roll over but Notturna keeps him under control.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.
Rodriquez controlling the position for now.
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.
Rodriquez is looking for a sweep. Notturna is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Rodriquez wants to sweep but Notturna has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (8) Notturna
Rodriquez is looking to regain half guard here but Notturna keeps moving and retains side control. #T5#
Rodriquez is working hard here to advance position.
Notturna is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Rodriquez will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Rodriquez tries to bench press Notturna off him but Notturna keeps the position.
Rodriquez manages to work his way to half guard, despite Notturna's best efforts.
Rodriquez tries to get to full guard but Notturna has control of the leg. #T6#
Rodriquez manages to get to full guard.
Notturna stopping the sweep attempt from Rodriquez.
Rodriquez keeping full guard, as Notturna tries to pass. #T7#
Rodriquez has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Notturna works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T8#
Notturna is trying to control the action in half guard but Rodriquez is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez wants to control but Notturna is keeping busy.
Rodriquez is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.#T9#
Rodriquez tries to get to full guard but Notturna has control of the leg.
Rodriquez wants to control but Notturna is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Rodriquez is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T10#
Rodriquez wants to control but Notturna is keeping busy.
Rodriquez is pressing down on Notturna's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Rodriquez is adopting a defensive guard.
Rodriquez wants to improve his position but instead Notturna has moved into half guard.
#T11#
Rodriquez trying to control but Notturna postures up.
Rodriquez is looking to get back to full guard here but Notturna has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (11) Notturna#T12#
Rodriquez tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Notturna presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (0) vs (13) Notturna
Rodriquez is squirming around, avoiding Notturna's attempts to control the action.
Rodriquez can't escape the position.
Rodriquez is controlling an arm, preventing Notturna from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
#T13#
Rodriquez slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Rodriquez keeping hold of Notturna's head, controlling as best he can.
Notturna looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T14#
Rodriquez is trying to get back to full guard.
Notturna stalling.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez regains full guard. Nicely done.
And that's the end of the fight!
Notturna wins on points by 13 to 0.
Strega Notturna decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
WP 46
Date: Oct 21, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 84 wins and 72 losses; Tyrone Sparxx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 44 wins and 16 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are James Atkins, Steven Brown and Andrew Berry.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Sparxx closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Sparxx lands in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sparxx (2) vs (0) Rodriquez
Sparxx stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rodriquez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sparxx sitting in guard, not really doing much.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1#
Sparxx's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Sparxx looking to pass the guard.
Rodriquez tries to land a sweep but no joy.
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.
Sparxx sitting in guard here, content to control. #T2#
Rodriquez is trying to keep Sparxx in close.
Rodriquez tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Rodriquez has his hands on Sparxx's head, controlling the position.
Rodriquez keeping full guard, as Sparxx tries to pass. #T3#
Rodriquez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sparxx sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Rodriquez wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T4#
Rodriquez 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.
Sparxx tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodriquez is retaining full guard. #T5#
Sparxx is working hard here to advance position.
Sparxx won't allow Rodriquez to sweep him here.
Rodriquez working a defensive guard here.
Rodriquez seems keen to control Sparxx's posture.#T6#
Rodriquez can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Sparxx controls the pace.
Sparxx'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.
Sparxx slips nicely into half guard.
Sparxx working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Rodriquez's thigh. Rodriquez counters though and makes it back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T7#
Rodriquez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodriquez, not yet.
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Sparxx from controlling successfully.
Rodriquez wants to sweep here but Sparxx controlling him for the moment. #T8#
Sparxx engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Rodriquez wants to sweep but no luck.
Rodriquez trying to control the position.
Rodriquez trying to control the position here. #T9#
Rodriquez 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.
Rodriquez is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Rodriquez is continuing to stall.#T10#
Sparxx trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sparxx won't allow Rodriquez to sweep him here.
Sparxx sitting in guard here, content to control.
Rodriquez is adopting a defensive guard.
Rodriquez wants to sweep here but Sparxx controlling him for the moment. #T11#
Sparxx controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Rodriquez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodriquez, not yet. #T12#
Sparxx controlling from the top position.
Sparxx stopping the sweep attempt from Rodriquez.
Rodriquez keeping full guard, as Sparxx tries to pass.
Sparxx is fighting to break Rodriquez's control of his arms but Rodriquez is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T13#
Sparxx is stalling in the full guard.
Sparxx looking to pass the guard.
Sparxx preventing the sweep.
Rodriquez is pulling down on Sparxx's head to control his posture. #T14#
Rodriquez looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Rodriquez pulls Sparxx in close to prevent any damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sparxx stays in close to Rodriquez's body and controls the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sparxx takes the fight on points by 2 to 0.
Tyrone Sparxx thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
WP 45
Date: Oct 18, 2023 |
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 43 wins and 16 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 30 losses; Anthony Lavicci!
The judges for this bout are Paul Tew, Richard Clark and Daniel Bishop.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Lavicci shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (2) Lavicci
Rodriquez is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Lavicci from controlling successfully.
Lavicci is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Lavicci trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lavicci trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Lavicci advances to half guard.
Lavicci has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Ground Zero Workout Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lavicci trying to pass the guard but Rodriquez defending well.
Rodriquez has his hands clasped together around Lavicci's back. He's all about the action.
Lavicci wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodriquez keeps working.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lavicci slows the pace down in half guard. #T2#
Lavicci is looking to advance position but Rodriquez won't allow it.
Rodriquez has his hands clasped together around Lavicci's back. He's all about the action.
Rodriquez 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.
Lavicci is keen to just control but Rodriquez is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Lavicci wants to work for an arm triangle but Rodriquez is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Rodriquez is not content to let Lavicci control the position.#T3#
Lavicci content to control rather than advance.
Lavicci trying to mount his opponent but Rodriquez defends it.
Lavicci keeps trying to improve his position.
Lavicci is thwarting Rodriquez's attempts to control the position.#T4#
Rodriquez works his way to full guard. Good work.
Rodriquez controlling Lavicci's posture.
Lavicci trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rodriquez looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lavicci is one step ahead there.
Lavicci pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriquez is keeping the position for now.
Rodriquez wants to sweep here but Lavicci controlling him for the moment. #T5#
Lavicci tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodriquez is retaining full guard.
Lavicci wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Lavicci wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is keeping the position.
Lavicci wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving. #T6#
Rodriquez keeping full guard, as Lavicci tries to pass.
Rodriquez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodriquez, not yet.
Lavicci looking to sit in guard and control but Rodriquez gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (2) Lavicci
Rodriquez preventing the sweep.
Rodriquez's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Lavicci has his hands on Rodriquez's head, controlling the position. #T7#
Rodriquez preventing the sweep.
Lavicci keeping full guard, as Rodriquez tries to pass.
Rodriquez slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (2) Lavicci#T8#
Lavicci prevents Rodriquez from improving position.
Lavicci is being controlled here.
Lavicci is trying to control Rodriquez's posture but Rodriquez avoids it.
Lavicci is trying to get back to half 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.#T9#
Lavicci manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Rodriquez controlling the action here.
Lavicci trying to control but Rodriquez postures up.
#T10#
Rodriquez is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Lavicci is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T11#
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Lavicci is defending well.
Rodriquez is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but Lavicci defending well. #T12#
Rodriquez stalling away here and it's allowed Lavicci to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Lavicci pulls Rodriquez in close to prevent any damage.
Rodriquez not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T13#
Rodriquez tries to free his leg and advance position but Lavicci is retaining full guard.
Rodriquez pushes down on Lavicci's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T14#
Rodriquez with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Lavicci is trying to control but Rodriquez passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (8) vs (2) Lavicci
Rodriquez tries to move into full mount but can't pass Lavicci's legs.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 8 to 2.
Our winner, Nick Rodriquez, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
WP 44
Date: Oct 14, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 37 losses; Strega Notturna! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 42 wins and 16 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, Chris Edwards and Paul Tew.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Notturna gets caught flat footed, as Rodriquez shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Notturna (0) vs (2) Rodriquez
Rodriquez showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Notturna tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Rodriquez showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Notturna is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Rodriquez looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T2#
Notturna is adopting a defensive guard.
Rodriquez preventing the sweep. #T3#
Rodriquez is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Rodriquez trying to move into half guard but instead Notturna has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Notturna (2) vs (2) Rodriquez#T4#
Rodriquez looking to hit a scissor sweep but Notturna is one step ahead there.
Rodriquez pulls Notturna in close to his closed guard and prevents Notturna from doing any damage or advancing position.
Rodriquez bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Notturna's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Notturna (2) vs (4) Rodriquez#T5#
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Notturna pulls Rodriquez in to control the position.
Rodriquez sitting in guard here, content to control.
Notturna trying to control the position here. #T6#
Rodriquez's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Notturna has his hands on Rodriquez's head, controlling the position.
Notturna keeping full guard, as Rodriquez tries to pass.
Rodriquez stopping the sweep attempt from Notturna.#T7#
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rodriquez slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Notturna (2) vs (7) Rodriquez
Rodriquez controls the position. #T8#
Notturna is looking for a sweep.
Rodriquez moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Notturna tries to bench press Rodriquez off him but Rodriquez keeps the position. #T9#
Rodriquez controls the position.
Notturna is trying to control Rodriquez's posture but Rodriquez avoids it.
Rodriquez moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Notturna looks to move to half guard but instead Rodriquez has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Notturna (2) vs (9) Rodriquez#T10#
Notturna working to try and regain half guard.
Rodriquez controlling the pace for now.
Rodriquez seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Notturna is holding on tight.
Rodriquez tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T11#
Notturna holds on to Rodriquez as tight as he can, avoiding damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Notturna is working to get back to half guard.
#T12#
Rodriquez controlling from the full mount.
Rodriquez avoids the attempt from Notturna to control.#T13#
Rodriquez takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T14#
Rodriquez avoids the attempt from Notturna to control.
Rodriquez wants to take Notturna's back but he can't do it this time.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez controlling the position easily from mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez wins on points by 9 to 2.
A very excited looking Nick Rodriquez made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
WP 43
Date: Oct 11, 2023 |
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 42 wins and 15 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 29 losses; Anthony Lavicci!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, Richard Clark and Sam Margolis.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Lavicci closes the distance and clinches up with Rodriquez, looking for a takedown. Lavicci pushes Rodriquez against the ropes but Rodriquez circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#TD#
Rodriquez looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Lavicci
Rodriquez wants to take a breather but Lavicci is having none of it.
Rodriquez stalling away here and it's allowed Lavicci to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Lavicci is trying to keep Rodriquez in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lavicci looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Rodriquez puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.
Rodriquez controlling the pace. #T1#
Lavicci keeping control of the position.
Rodriquez seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T2#
Lavicci works his way to full guard. Good work.
Lavicci is trying to control the position but Rodriquez postures up.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Lavicci holds on and takes a little breather. #T3#
Rodriquez looking to pass the guard.
Lavicci wants to sweep here but Rodriquez controlling him for the moment.
Lavicci keeps trying to improve his position.#T4#
Rodriquez trying to control but Lavicci is working from the bottom.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Lavicci looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T5#
Rodriquez 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.
Lavicci looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lavicci can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Rodriquez controls the pace.#T6#
Rodriquez won't allow Lavicci to sweep him here.
Rodriquez controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Lavicci is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T7#
Rodriquez won't allow Lavicci to sweep him here.
Lavicci is trying to keep Rodriquez in close.
Rodriquez controlling from the top position.
Lavicci tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T8#
Lavicci keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Lavicci has control of Rodriquez's left arm, preventing Rodriquez from doing any damage.
Lavicci being controlled here, momentarily.
Lavicci keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully. #T9#
Lavicci is looking to sweep but instead, Rodriquez has passed into half 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.
Lavicci is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Rodriquez's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Rodriquez's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (4) Lavicci
Rodriquez is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Lavicci keeps control of the position easily here as Rodriquez tries to buck him off.
Lavicci trying to control.#T10#
Rodriquez looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Rodriquez is keeping busy.
#T11#
Lavicci has the hooks in. Rodriquez is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Lavicci wants to control the position but Rodriquez frees himself and scrambles - Lavicci manages to regain control in side control.
Lavicci wants to take a breather but Rodriquez manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Lavicci.
Rodriquez is pulling down on Lavicci's head to control his posture.
Lavicci wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Lavicci is pushing down on Rodriquez's leg trying to pass to half guard. Rodriquez is fighting to maintain full guard but Lavicci has managed to sneak the leg through.#T12#
Rodriquez is looking to control Lavicci's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Rodriquez avoid being mounted?
Lavicci wants to take a breather but Rodriquez is having none of it.
Lavicci is looking to stall here but Rodriquez recovers full guard.
Lavicci is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Lavicci tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodriquez is retaining full guard.
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Lavicci from controlling successfully.
Rodriquez can't keep his opponent in guard - Lavicci advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T13#
Lavicci is keen to just control but Rodriquez is a slippery customer.
Lavicci works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (7) Lavicci
Lavicci advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (2) vs (9) Lavicci
Lavicci looking to control but Rodriquez is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Lavicci looking to take Rodriquez's back but Rodriquez rolls and after a scramble, Rodriquez ends up on top in guard. Nice escape there from Rodriquez to escape a tricky position. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (9) Lavicci
Lavicci tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T14#
Lavicci looking to control.
Rodriquez works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Rodriquez frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (7) vs (9) Lavicci
Rodriquez trying to control but he's not successful this time.
And that's the end of the fight!
Lavicci wins on points by 9 to 7.
Anthony Lavicci decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
WP 42
Date: Oct 07, 2023 |
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 41 wins and 15 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 32 wins and 37 losses; Long Wang!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, Colin Fotheringham and James Ackerman.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Wang wants to clinch up but Rodriquez keeps it at a distance.
Rodriquez shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Wang as he jumps to the side. #CL2#
Wang darts in and clinches Rodriquez up against the cage.
Rodriquez 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.
Wang has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Rodriquez after a bit of a struggle. #TD#
Rodriquez gets a trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Wang#SUB2#
Wang looking for subs from the bottom but Rodriquez mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (0) Wang
Wang can't escape the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wang is still trying to improve position.
Wang slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#T1#
Rodriquez prevents Wang from improving his position.#SUB2#
Wang looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Wang looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Wang looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Rodriquez is taking a breather. Wang 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.#SUB2#
Wang looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Rodriquez pushes past his half guard into mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (8) vs (0) Wang
Wang tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T2#
Wang prevents Rodriquez from taking his back.
Wang working to try and regain half guard.
Rodriquez controlling from mount.
Wang is looking to improve his position but Rodriquez isn't that keen on the idea.
Rodriquez tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Wang working to try and regain half guard.
Wang wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (11) vs (0) Wang#T3#
Wang is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Rodriquez just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Wang can't escape the position.
Rodriquez is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wang manages to reverse the position and now he's in Rodriquez's guard. Nice work there by Wang.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (11) vs (2) Wang#SUB2#
Wang has gone for a leg lock! Rodriquez slips out almost immediately though and dives into Wang's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (13) vs (2) Wang#SUB2#
Wang is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T4##SUB2#
Wang looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Wang working for a triangle but Rodriquez defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Wang looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Rodriquez has picked Wang up and slammed him! Wang can't keep hold of the triangle and Rodriquez manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (16) vs (2) Wang
The referee asks Rodriquez politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Rodriquez prefers to stall for the moment though.
Wang is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Rodriquez off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Rodriquez (16) vs (6) Wang#SUB2#
Wang patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#SUB2#
Rodriquez showing good submission defense here.
#SUB2#
Wang is looking for a choke. Rodriquez gets to his feet with his opponent on his back and slams him to the mat. Rodriquez manages to squirm out of the attempted choke and turns into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (18) vs (6) Wang#T5##SUB2#
Wang looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Wang looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Wang had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Rodriquez defends it easily.#SUB2#
Wang looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Wang looks winded!#SUB2#
Wang has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Rodriquez 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 Wang. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (21) vs (6) Wang
Rodriquez advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (23) vs (6) Wang#T6#
Wang tries to improve his position but instead Rodriquez has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (26) vs (6) Wang
Wang tries to break free.
Wang is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Rodriquez controls the action.
Wang tries to escape but Rodriquez has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Rodriquez slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
I really don't envy Wang right now.
Wang tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #T7#
Wang is looking to improve his position but Rodriquez isn't that keen on the idea.
Wang looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (29) vs (6) Wang
Wang is trying to break free.
Wang is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Rodriquez controlling well, preventing Wang from escaping the position.
Rodriquez controls the action.
Wang wants to escape the position.
Rodriquez controls the position.#T8#
Wang tries to break free.
Rodriquez controls the action.
Wang tries to escape but Rodriquez has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Wang keeps trying to improve his position.#T9#
Rodriquez is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Rodriquez controlling well, preventing Wang from escaping the position.
Rodriquez has good solid back control here. #SUB#
Rodriquez is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
#T10#
Rodriquez has good solid back control here.
Wang is really stuck here.
Wang tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Wang regains half guard.
Rodriquez takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB2#
Wang looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Rodriquez moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Wang. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (32) vs (6) Wang#T11#
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Wang is trying to improve his position.
Rodriquez is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Wang's shoulder. That is not cool.
Wang tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Wang looks to move to half guard but instead Rodriquez has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (34) vs (6) Wang
Rodriquez looking to control but Wang is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T12#
Rodriquez prevents Wang from getting the reversal.
Wang is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Rodriquez with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Wang tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Wang is trying to reverse the position but instead Rodriquez has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (37) vs (6) Wang
Wang rolls, trying to escape but Rodriquez keeps control of the position.
Rodriquez controls the action.#T13#
I really don't envy Wang right now.
Rodriquez is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Wang can't escape the position.
Rodriquez is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
You can see the frustration on Wang's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#SUB#
Rodriquez is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Wang is defending well though. Rodriquez let's go of the attempt for now.#T14#
Wang can't escape the position.
Rodriquez trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Wang doesn't escape.
Wang tries to roll but Rodriquez sticks to his back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Rodriquez is hanging on to Wang's back as he tries to escape.
Good control from Rodriquez.
Wang manages to reverse the position and now he's in Rodriquez's guard. Nice work there by Wang.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (37) vs (8) Wang
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 37 to 8.
A relieved looking Nick Rodriquez thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
The defeated Long Wang had this to say: 'No worries. Everyone here knows my opponent has a bad habit of testing positive for PEDs, so I'm sure this fight will soon be ruled a 'No Contest' by the Athletic Commission.'. |
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Event:
WP 41
Date: Oct 04, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 80 wins and 71 losses; Tyrone Sparxx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 41 wins and 14 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, Daniel Bishop and Paul Tew.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Rodriquez changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Sparxx tries to avoid it but Rodriquez manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Sparxx to the ground. Sparxx escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Rodriquez tries to score a power double leg takedown but Sparxx sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Rodriquez somewhat.
Rodriquez shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Tyrone Sparxx has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nick Rodriquez.
Rodriquez changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Sparxx tries to avoid it but Rodriquez manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Sparxx to the ground. Sparxx escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Rodriquez dives in for a single leg takedown but Sparxx sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Rodriquez shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Rodriquez shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Sparxx as he jumps to the side.
Sparxx slaps away a takedown attempt from Rodriquez, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Rodriquez shoots for a double leg takedown but Sparxx sprawls well. He's pushed Rodriquez's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Rodriquez shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Sparxx pinned against the cage. Sparxx gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Rodriquez has a takedown stuffed.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sparxx shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Rodriquez defends it nicely.
Rodriquez closes the distance and clinches up with Sparxx, looking for a takedown. Rodriquez pushes Sparxx against the cage but Sparxx circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Rodriquez closes the distance and clinches up with Sparxx, looking for a takedown. Rodriquez pushes Sparxx against the cage but Sparxx circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Rodriquez closes this distance looking for a takedown but Sparxx circles away.
Rodriquez tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Sparxx swivels and escapes.#T1#
Sparxx looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Rodriquez is fending him off so far but Sparxx persists. Nope, Rodriquez circles away and we're back to standing.
Rodriquez shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Sparxx as he jumps to the side.
Sparxx attempts a counter takedown but Rodriquez avoids it well and moves away.
Rodriquez throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Sparxx's waist but Sparxx gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Rodriquez off to one side.
Rodriquez looks winded!
Nice sprawl there from Sparxx as Rodriquez shoots in.
Rodriquez tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Sparxx defends well and Rodriquez ends up having to push Sparxx into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#TD#
Sparxx bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Sparxx (4) vs (0) Rodriquez
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Rodriquez stops Sparxx from passing to mount.
Sparxx in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Rodriquez tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T2#
Rodriquez is trying to control Sparxx's posture but Sparxx avoids it.
Rodriquez is being controlled here.
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.
Rodriquez is looking to reverse the position.#T3#
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Rodriquez is looking to reverse the position.
Sparxx controls the position from side control.
Sparxx wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping him busy. #T4#
Rodriquez is trying to get back to half guard.
Sparxx tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T5#
Rodriquez is looking to reverse the position.
Sparxx is looking to take a break and control but Rodriquez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sparxx is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Sparxx tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T6#
Sparxx staying calm.
Rodriquez is trying to control Sparxx's posture but Sparxx avoids it. #T7#
Rodriquez is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Sparxx is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Rodriquez will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T8#
Rodriquez struggling a bit here.
Rodriquez is looking to regain half guard here but Sparxx keeps moving and retains side control.
Sparxx happy to just control the position for now. #T9#
Sparxx has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Rodriquez! Score +2 for reaching mount: Sparxx (6) vs (0) Rodriquez
Sparxx controlling from mount.
Rodriquez wants to hold on but Sparxx pushes him away.
Sparxx controlling the position easily from mount. #T10#
Sparxx manages to capitalize on a mistake by Rodriquez to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Sparxx (9) vs (0) Rodriquez
Sparxx is not going to allow Rodriquez to sit and survive in this position.
Rodriquez tries to escape but Sparxx has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Sparxx avoiding Rodriquez 's attempts to control his hands.
Sparxx keeps control of the position easily here as Rodriquez tries to buck him off.
#T11#
Rodriquez trying to control but not successfully.
Sparxx seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Sparxx is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #T12#
Sparxx not allowing Rodriquez to control his hands.
You can see the frustration on Rodriquez's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T13#
Sparxx tries to get the hooks in deep but Rodriquez pushed the leg off.
Sparxx really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Rodriquez.#T14#
Sparxx has the hooks in. Rodriquez is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Rodriquez is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez trying to control the action but Sparxx just sinks the hooks in.
Sparxx really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Rodriquez.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sparxx takes the fight on points by 9 to 0.
Tyrone Sparxx retains his super heavyweight title!
After winning the bout, Tyrone Sparxx thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
WP 40
Date: Sep 30, 2023 |
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 40 wins and 14 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 41 losses; Boris Balkan!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, Steven Brown and James Ackerman.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Balkan shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Rodriquez manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (2) Balkan
Rodriquez wants to sweep here but Balkan controlling him for the moment.
Rodriquez being controlled here, momentarily.
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.
Balkan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriquez is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T1#
Balkan trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodriquez pulls Balkan in close to prevent any damage.
Balkan passes into half guard.
Balkan is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Balkan has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Balkan's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T2#
Rodriquez wants to improve his position but Balkan is controlling well.
Rodriquez 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.
Rodriquez is staying active underneath Balkan, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Rodriquez gets back to full guard.
Balkan wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving. #T3#
Balkan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriquez is keeping the position for now.
Balkan preventing the sweep.
Balkan trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez 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.
Balkan slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Balkan won't allow Rodriquez to sweep him here. #T4#
Balkan trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T5#
Balkan is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Rodriquez 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.
Balkan looking to sit in guard and control but Rodriquez gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (2) Balkan
Balkan pulls Rodriquez in to control the position.
Rodriquez controlling from the top position. #T6#
Rodriquez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Balkan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rodriquez preventing the sweep.
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.
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Balkan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Balkan has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T7#
Balkan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Balkan tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Balkan had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Rodriquez defends it easily.
Rodriquez is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T8#
Balkan keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Balkan is keeping the position.
Balkan trying to keep a closed guard but Rodriquez is proving a slippery customer.
#T9##SUB2#
Balkan had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Rodriquez defends it easily.
Rodriquez trying to control but Balkan is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez stopping the sweep attempt from Balkan.#T10#
Balkan wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Rodriquez is now in half guard.
Balkan is refusing to be controlled, as Rodriquez sits in half guard.
Rodriquez is controlling the pace.
Rodriquez works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (2) Balkan#T11#
Rodriquez controlling his opponent.
Balkan tries to lock up and control but Rodriquez gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Balkan is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T12#
Rodriquez sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Balkan is working to get back to half guard.
#T13#
Balkan is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Rodriquez with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Rodriquez trying to control but Balkan is having none of it.
Balkan is trying to reverse the position but instead Rodriquez has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (8) vs (2) Balkan#T14#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
You can see the frustration on Balkan's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Balkan prevents Rodriquez from getting a body triangle.
Balkan tries to escape the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 8 to 2.
Nick Rodriquez decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
WP 39
Date: Sep 27, 2023 |
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 39 wins and 14 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 16 losses; Gaston Juncker!
The judges for this bout are James Atkins, Richard Clark and Phil Schofield.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Horrible takedown attempt by Juncker or perhaps it was just good defense by Rodriquez, which made it look bad.
Juncker shoots for a double leg takedown but Rodriquez sprawls well. He's pushed Juncker's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Rodriquez misses with a takedown attempt - Juncker sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Rodriquez has a takedown stuffed.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Rodriquez. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (0) Juncker
Rodriquez controlling the position.
Rodriquez'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.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez working away.
Juncker looking for a sweep but Rodriquez has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (6) vs (0) Juncker
Juncker tries to hold on but Rodriquez postures up.
Rodriquez 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.
Juncker is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Rodriquez is staying active.#T2#
Juncker stops Rodriquez from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Juncker keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Rodriquez controlling the position easily from mount. #T3#
Juncker really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Rodriquez controlling the position easily from mount.
Juncker has given up his back. Will we see Rodriquez going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (9) vs (0) Juncker#T4#
Juncker looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Rodriquez controls the action.
Juncker is in bad spot here.
#T5#
Juncker is still trying to improve position.
Juncker is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Juncker just trying to survive but Rodriquez is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Juncker can't escape the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Juncker 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.#T6#
A bit of a pause in the action here. Rodriquez controlling the positon.
Rodriquez has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T7#
Rodriquez seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Juncker for as long as he can get away with.
Juncker tries to escape but Rodriquez has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Rodriquez biding his time, controlling Juncker.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Rodriquez.#T8#
Rodriquez continues to hold on tight.
Rodriquez controlling well, preventing Juncker from escaping the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T9#
Good control from Rodriquez.#SUB#
Rodriquez is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
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.#T10#
Rodriquez controlling from the back.
I really don't envy Juncker right now.
Rodriquez is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #T11#
Rodriquez is not going to allow Juncker to sit and survive in this position.
Rodriquez just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T12#
Further stalling from Rodriquez.#T13#
Rodriquez avoiding Juncker 's attempts to control his hands.
Rodriquez biding his time, controlling Juncker. #T14#
Rodriquez continues to stall.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez avoiding Juncker 's attempts to control his hands.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 9 to 0.
Nick Rodriquez thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
WP 38
Date: Sep 23, 2023 |
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 39 wins and 13 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 77 wins and 71 losses; Tyrone Sparxx!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, Chris Edwards and Phil Schofield.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Rodriquez shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Rodriquez showed some decent athleticism there. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Sparxx
Rodriquez controlling the action here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sparxx tries to roll over but Rodriquez keeps him under control.
Rodriquez has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#T1#
Sparxx is trying to control but can't.
Rodriquez wants to control but Sparxx is keeping him busy.
Rodriquez stalling.
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.
Sparxx tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg. #T2#
Sparxx is not content to let Rodriquez control the position.
Rodriquez sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Rodriquez has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Rodriquez tries to pass to full mount but Sparxx defends it. #T3#
Rodriquez is looking to pass Sparxx's guard but actually Sparxx recovers to full guard.
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Sparxx is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Sparxx has his hands on Rodriquez's head, controlling the position.
Rodriquez slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Sparxx keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully. #T5#
Sparxx trying to control the position.
Rodriquez trying to control but Sparxx is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T6#
Rodriquez is looking to pass into half guard but Sparxx pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Sparxx is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (2) Sparxx
Rodriquez wants to sweep but no luck.
Sparxx postures up.
Sparxx engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Rodriquez working a defensive guard but Sparxx manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (5) Sparxx#T7#
Rodriquez is looking for a sweep.
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.
Rodriquez struggling a bit here.
A lull in the action here.
You can see the frustration on Rodriquez's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T8#
Sparxx is looking to take a break and control but Rodriquez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sparxx is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Rodriquez is looking for a sweep.#T9##SUB2#
Sparxx looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Rodriquez tries to buck Sparxx off but Sparxx is having none of it.
Rodriquez wants to control but Sparxx postures up.
Rodriquez stops Sparxx from passing to mount. #T10#
Sparxx working away.
Rodriquez gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (2) vs (7) Sparxx
Sparxx wants to control the pace but Rodriquez is squirming around nicely.
Sparxx is looking to work his way around to Rodriquez's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Rodriquez is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T11#
Sparxx tries to control but Rodriquez wriggling away.
Rodriquez tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Sparxx wants to control the pace but Rodriquez is squirming around nicely. #T12#
Sparxx takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T13#
Rodriquez can't escape the position.
Sparxx can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Rodriquez is looking to escape.
Rodriquez can't escape the position.
#T14#
Sparxx controlling the pace for now.
Sparxx can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Rodriquez is looking to escape.
Sparxx avoids the attempt from Rodriquez to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sparxx controlling from the full mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sparxx wins on points by 7 to 2.
A victorious Tyrone Sparxx thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
WP 37
Date: Sep 20, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 14 losses; Gaston Juncker! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 38 wins and 13 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, James Glass and Steven Brown.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Rodriquez shoots in and drives through. Juncker sprawls well.
Juncker changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Rodriquez shoots for a double leg takedown but Juncker sprawls well. He's pushed Rodriquez's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
We've been hearing reports that Juncker has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Rodriquez. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Juncker (0) vs (4) Rodriquez
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodriquez taking a breather here.
Juncker is looking to regain half guard here but Rodriquez keeps moving and retains side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
You can see the frustration on Juncker's face as Rodriquez controls the position.
Juncker can't do much from the bottom here. #T1#
Juncker prevents Rodriquez from improving position.
Juncker is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Juncker is looking to control Rodriquez's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Juncker avoid being mounted?
Well, if Rodriquez 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.
Juncker wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T2#
Juncker tries to roll over but Rodriquez keeps him under control.
Juncker might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Juncker wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Rodriquez is looking to advance position but Juncker won't allow it.
Rodriquez is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T3#
Juncker wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Rodriquez takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Rodriquez looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Rodriquez controlling the action here. #T4#
Rodriquez moves into full mount! Juncker won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Juncker (0) vs (7) Rodriquez#T5#
Juncker is in all sorts of trouble here.
Juncker is working hard here to advance position.
Rodriquez controlling the position easily from mount.
My spies in KFA inform me that Rodriquez has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T6#
Juncker is desperately trying to improve his position but Rodriquez has a good base and remains in mount.
Rodriquez sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Juncker is controlling an arm, preventing Rodriquez from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Rodriquez controlling the pace for now. #T7#
Rodriquez wants to take his opponent's back but Juncker doesn't allow it.
Rodriquez controlling from the full mount.
Juncker tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T8#
Rodriquez controlling the pace for now.
Juncker is looking to improve his position but Rodriquez isn't that keen on the idea.
Rodriquez looking to control and managing it successfully. #T9#
Rodriquez's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Juncker looks out of his depth in this position - he's holding on tight.
Rodriquez sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T10#
Juncker tries to reverse the position but Rodriquez maintains control.
Juncker is controlling an arm, preventing Rodriquez from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Rodriquez tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T11#
Juncker sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Juncker tries to roll over but Rodriquez keeps him under control.
Rodriquez with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T12#
Juncker is trying to control but can't.
Rodriquez keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
More stalling from Rodriquez.
Juncker keeps control of the position for the meantime. #T13#
Juncker wants to get back to full 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.
Rodriquez tries to pass the half guard into mount. Juncker knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Rodriquez performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T14#
Let's hope that Rodriquez 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.
Rodriquez is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Juncker! Score +3 for passing guard: Juncker (0) vs (10) Rodriquez
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Juncker really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez wins on points by 10 to 0.
Our winner, Nick Rodriquez, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
WP 36
Date: Sep 16, 2023 |
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 29 wins and 38 losses; Boris Balkan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 37 wins and 13 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, William Gold and Donald Grub.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Balkan shoots in for a takedown but Rodriquez shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Balkan shoots in for a double leg but Rodriquez sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Rodriquez looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Balkan is fending him off so far but Rodriquez persists. Nope, Balkan circles away and we're back to standing.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#TD2#
Rodriquez closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Balkan did well to prevent Rodriquez getting side control. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Balkan (0) vs (2) Rodriquez
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Let's hope that Rodriquez 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.
Balkan regains full guard. Nicely done.
Balkan can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Rodriquez controls the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Balkan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rodriquez is one step ahead there. #T1#
Rodriquez stays in close to Balkan's body and controls the position.
Rodriquez's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Balkan will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Rodriquez won't allow Balkan to sweep him here. #T2#
Rodriquez forces his way into half guard.
Rodriquez performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Balkan moves into full guard.
Balkan 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: Balkan (2) vs (2) Rodriquez#T3#
Balkan seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Rodriquez does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Rodriquez is looking to control Balkan's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Rodriquez avoid being mounted?
Rodriquez is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Balkan with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Rodriquez works his way to full guard. Good work.#T4#
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Balkan from controlling successfully.
Rodriquez lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Balkan (2) vs (4) Rodriquez
Rodriquez postures up.
Balkan is pulling down on Rodriquez's head. It's preventing any offense from Rodriquez, at least for the moment.
Rodriquez is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T5#
Balkan working a defensive guard here.
We've been hearing good reports from Balkan'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.
Rodriquez is stalling in the full guard.
Balkan lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Balkan (4) vs (4) Rodriquez
Balkan wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is keeping the position.#T6#
Rodriquez is controlling Balkan's posture.
Rodriquez being controlled here, momentarily.
Balkan slips nicely into half guard.
Rodriquez trying to control here.
#T7#
Rodriquez moves into full guard.
Balkan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriquez is keeping the position for now.
Rodriquez is pulling down on Balkan's head. It's preventing any offense from Balkan, at least for the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T8#
Balkan trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Balkan trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Balkan sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Rodriquez's guard.
Rodriquez is looking for a sweep. Balkan is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Balkan wants to take a breather but Rodriquez is having none of it.
The fighters are battling for position here. Rodriquez manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Balkan content to stall in guard here. #T9#
Rodriquez is pulling down on Balkan's head. It's preventing any offense from Balkan, at least for the moment.
Balkan 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.
Rodriquez bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Balkan's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Balkan (4) vs (6) Rodriquez#T10#
Rodriquez's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Balkan looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Balkan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodriquez preventing the sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T11#
Rodriquez stays in close to Balkan's body and controls the position.
Balkan wants to sweep here but Rodriquez controlling him for the moment.
Balkan trying to keep a closed guard but Rodriquez is proving a slippery customer.
My spies in KFA inform me that Rodriquez has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Balkan wants to sweep here but Rodriquez controlling him for the moment. #T12#
Rodriquez not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Well,Balkan is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Rodriquez looking to pass the guard.
Rodriquez controlling from the top position.
Rodriquez postures up.
#T13#
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Balkan is keeping the position for now.
Balkan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rodriquez is one step ahead there.
Balkan trying to control the position.
Balkan is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T14#
Rodriquez passes Balkan's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Balkan is trying to get back to full guard.
Balkan is trying to control but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Balkan tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez wins on points by 6 to 4.
A victorious Nick Rodriquez thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
WP 35
Date: Sep 13, 2023 |
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 37 wins and 12 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 75 wins and 70 losses; Tyrone Sparxx!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, Daniel Bishop and Steven Brown.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Sparxx slaps away a takedown attempt from Rodriquez, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Rodriquez goes for a double leg but Sparxx avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Sparxx continues to drive forward.
Rodriquez goes for a takedown in the clinch but Sparxx prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nick Rodriquez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rodriquez fails to pull guard.
Rodriquez is trying to pull guard but Sparxx has him pressed against the ropes.#TD2#
Sparxx is working on a single leg takedown against the ropes. Rodriquez can't fight it off and eventually Sparxx manages to take the fight to the floor. Rodriquez looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (2) Sparxx
Sparxx won't allow Rodriquez to sweep him here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sparxx sitting in guard here, content to control.
Rodriquez 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.#T1#
Rodriquez wants to control the position but Sparxx says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half 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.
Sparxx is thwarting Rodriquez's attempts to control the position.#T2#
Sparxx is taking a breather. Rodriquez 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.
Sparxx is trying to control. Rodriquez wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Rodriquez is trying to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez wants to get back to full guard but Sparxx has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (5) Sparxx
Rodriquez working to try and regain half guard.
#T3#
Sparxx can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Rodriquez is looking to escape.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.
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.#T4#
Rodriquez tries to reverse the position but Sparxx maintains control.
Rodriquez is working hard here to advance position.
Rodriquez wants to hold on but Sparxx pushes him away.#T5#
Rodriquez is looking to improve his position but Sparxx isn't that keen on the idea.
Sparxx wants to control the pace but Rodriquez is squirming around nicely.
Rodriquez tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T6#
Sparxx controlling the pace for now.
Rodriquez is trying to reverse the position but instead Sparxx has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (0) vs (8) Sparxx
Sparxx is not going to allow Rodriquez to sit and survive in this position.
Rodriquez is in bad spot here.
Sparxx is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Rodriquez trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #T7#
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Rodriquez wants to control his opponent's hands but Sparxx gets his hands free. #T8#
Sparxx trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Rodriquez doesn't escape.
Rodriquez has the hand control, trying to stop the rear naked choke.
Good control from Sparxx.
Rodriquez tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #T9#
Sparxx wants to control the pace but Rodriquez is squirming around nicely.
Sparxx controlling from mount.
Let's hope that Sparxx 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.
Rodriquez is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T10#
Rodriquez tries to hold on but Sparxx postures up.
Sparxx controlling from mount.
Rodriquez wants to control but Sparxx is having none of it.
Sparxx content just to control the position here. #T11#
Sparxx manages to capitalize on a mistake by Rodriquez to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (0) vs (11) Sparxx
Sparxx controls the action.
Sparxx looking to hold on to the position here but Rodriquez rolls and ends up regaining guard.
#T12#
Sparxx pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriquez is keeping the position for now.
Rodriquez has his hands on Sparxx's head, controlling the position.
Sparxx stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rodriquez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rodriquez is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T13#
Sparxx content to stall in guard here.
Well,Rodriquez is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Rodriquez pulls Sparxx in close to prevent any damage.
Sparxx trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T14#
Sparxx stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rodriquez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sparxx not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Rodriquez trying to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sparxx trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sparxx wins on points by 11 to 0.
Tyrone Sparxx is the new super heavyweight champion!
Tyrone Sparxx seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
WP 34
Date: Sep 09, 2023 |
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 23 wins and 22 losses; Anthony Lavicci! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 36 wins and 12 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, Chris Edwards and Richard Clark.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Lavicci tries to sprawl but Rodriquez drives through with a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lavicci (0) vs (2) Rodriquez
Rodriquez wants to pass to mount but Lavicci is defending the position.
Rodriquez controlling the pace.
Let's hope that Rodriquez 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.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Lavicci is pressing down on Rodriquez's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lavicci is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
My spies in KFA inform me that Rodriquez has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T1#
Rodriquez is stalling in the full guard.
Lavicci pulls Rodriquez in close to prevent any damage.
Rodriquez won't allow Lavicci to sweep him here. #T2#
Lavicci is adopting a defensive guard.
Rodriquez is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Rodriquez looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Rodriquez content to stall in guard here.
Rodriquez's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Lavicci bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Rodriquez's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lavicci (2) vs (2) Rodriquez
Lavicci postures up.
#T4#
Lavicci trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Lavicci preventing the sweep.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Lavicci pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriquez is keeping the position for now.
Rodriquez lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lavicci (2) vs (4) Rodriquez
Rodriquez slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Lavicci (2) vs (7) Rodriquez
Lavicci manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T5#
Lavicci is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Lavicci wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Lavicci tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg.
Lavicci trying to control here.
#T6#
Lavicci desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Lavicci is staying active underneath Rodriquez, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T7#
Lavicci tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg.
Lavicci moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Lavicci tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lavicci is working hard here to advance position.
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lavicci is keeping the position for now. #T8#
Rodriquez engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Lavicci is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Rodriquez sitting in guard here, content to control. #T9#
Lavicci is trying to control the position but Rodriquez postures up.
Rodriquez looking to pass the guard.
Rodriquez controls from within his opponent's guard.
Lavicci looking to control.
#T10#
Rodriquez content to stall in guard here.
Rodriquez tries to free his leg and advance position but Lavicci is retaining full 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.
Lavicci keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully.
Lavicci looking to control.
#T11#
Rodriquez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lavicci swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lavicci wants to sweep but no luck.
Lavicci is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Lavicci is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
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.#T12#
Lavicci working a defensive guard but Rodriquez passes into half guard.
Rodriquez wants to free his trapped foot but Lavicci is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Lavicci is looking to control Rodriquez's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Lavicci avoid being mounted?
Rodriquez prevents Lavicci from improving his position.#T13#
Rodriquez content to control rather than advance.
It looks like Rodriquez 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.
Rodriquez working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Lavicci's thigh. Lavicci counters though and makes it back to full guard. #T14#
Lavicci looking to control.
Rodriquez slips nicely into half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lavicci is trying to maintain the position but Rodriquez is very close to passing his half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez wins on points by 7 to 2.
Nick Rodriquez is the new super heavyweight champion!
Nick Rodriquez seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
WP 33
Date: Sep 06, 2023 |
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 36 wins and 11 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 22 losses; Anthony Lavicci!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, James Glass and Paul Tew.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Rodriquez decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Lavicci
Lavicci trying to hold on to Rodriquez's head to control him but Rodriquez postures up.
Rodriquez trying to control the action but Lavicci is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez is controlling the pace.
Lavicci is trying to get back to full 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.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Still in half guard, Rodriquez seems content to control.
Rodriquez tries to pass to full mount but Lavicci defends it.
Rodriquez controlling the pace.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.
Lavicci wants to get back to full guard.#T2#
Rodriquez content to control rather than advance.
Lavicci wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Well, if Rodriquez 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.
#T3#
Lavicci moves into full guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Lavicci has control of Rodriquez's left arm, preventing Rodriquez from doing any damage.
Rodriquez stays in close to Lavicci's body and controls the position.
Lavicci looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rodriquez is one step ahead there. #T4#
Rodriquez looking to pass the guard.
Lavicci trying to control the position.
Rodriquez controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T5#
Lavicci wants to sweep here but Rodriquez controlling him for the moment.
Lavicci is adopting a defensive guard.
Lavicci is trying to control the position but Rodriquez postures up. #T6#
Lavicci keeping full guard, as Rodriquez tries to pass.
Lavicci is trying to keep Rodriquez in close.
Lavicci keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully.
Lavicci tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lavicci keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully. #T7#
Lavicci pulls Rodriquez in close to prevent any damage.
Rodriquez is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Lavicci looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Lavicci keeping full guard, as Rodriquez tries to pass. #T8#
Rodriquez is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Lavicci looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T9#
Rodriquez looking to sit in guard and control but Lavicci gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (2) Lavicci
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Rodriquez keeping full guard, as Lavicci tries to pass.
Lavicci is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Rodriquez working a defensive guard here.
#T10#
Lavicci content to stall in guard here.
Rodriquez pulls Lavicci in close to prevent any damage.
Rodriquez keeping full guard, as Lavicci tries to pass.
Lavicci slips nicely into half guard.
Lavicci is pressing down on Rodriquez's thigh, looking to free his foot. Rodriquez is holding on for now. #T11#
Lavicci is looking to stall here but Rodriquez recovers full guard.
Rodriquez is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Lavicci wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is keeping the position.
Rodriquez tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T12#
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Lavicci from controlling successfully.
Lavicci trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lavicci works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Lavicci trying to pass the guard but Rodriquez defending well.
Rodriquez has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lavicci is working away from the top position though.
Lavicci trying to pass the guard but Rodriquez defending well.
Lavicci wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping him busy. #T13#
Lavicci wants to free his trapped foot but Rodriquez is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Rodriquez is looking for a sweep. Lavicci is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lavicci wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is defending well.
Lavicci is trying to control the action in half guard but Rodriquez is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Lavicci content to control rather than advance.
Lavicci tries to pass to full mount but Rodriquez defends it. #T14#
Lavicci works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (5) Lavicci
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.
Lavicci works to advance to full mount. Rodriquez defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (2) vs (7) Lavicci
Lavicci wants to control the pace but Rodriquez is squirming around nicely.
Lavicci wants to control the action but instead Rodriquez gets a body lock and reverses into Lavicci's guard! Nice work! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (7) Lavicci
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez postures up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Lavicci wins on points by 7 to 4. Anthony Lavicci retains his super heavyweight title!
An out of breath Anthony Lavicci thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
WP 32
Date: Sep 02, 2023 |
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 35 wins and 11 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 21 losses; Anthony Lavicci!
The judges for this bout are Eddie Farnsworth, Alyssa Summers and John Kavanagh.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Lavicci gets caught flat footed, as Rodriquez shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Lavicci
Rodriquez slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lavicci is adopting a defensive guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Rodriquez's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Lavicci is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Lavicci is keeping the position.
Rodriquez sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T2#
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lavicci not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lavicci has control of Rodriquez's left arm, preventing Rodriquez from doing any damage.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.
Rodriquez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lavicci swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T3#
Rodriquez controls from within his opponent's guard.
Lavicci looking to control.
Rodriquez sitting in guard here, content to control.
Lavicci pulls Rodriquez in close to his closed guard and prevents Rodriquez from doing any damage or advancing position.#T4#
Rodriquez sitting in guard here, content to control.
Lavicci has his hands on Rodriquez's head, controlling the position.
Lavicci being controlled here, momentarily.
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.#T5#
Lavicci trying to keep a closed guard but Rodriquez is proving a slippery customer.
Lavicci seems keen to control Rodriquez's posture.
Rodriquez advances to half guard. #T6#
Lavicci keeping hold of Rodriquez's head, controlling as best he can.
Rodriquez is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Lavicci! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (0) Lavicci
Rodriquez controlling the pace for now. #T7#
Lavicci really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Rodriquez controlling from the full mount.
Lavicci is desperately trying to improve his position but Rodriquez has a good base and remains in mount.#T8#
Lavicci is squirming around, avoiding Rodriquez's attempts to control the action.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lavicci really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Lavicci tries to control the position but Rodriquez now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (8) vs (0) Lavicci
You can see the frustration on Lavicci's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Rodriquez is not going to allow Lavicci to sit and survive in this position.
Lavicci breaks Rodriquez's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (8) vs (2) Lavicci#T9#
Rodriquez tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lavicci wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Lavicci stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rodriquez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lavicci trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Lavicci sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Rodriquez's guard.
Lavicci has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Ground Zero Workout Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#T10#
Lavicci trying to control the pace.
Lavicci is looking to pass Rodriquez's guard but actually Rodriquez recovers to full guard.
Rodriquez is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Lavicci pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriquez is keeping the position for now. #T11#
Lavicci trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Lavicci is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Rodriquez trying to keep a closed guard but Lavicci is proving a slippery customer.
#T12#
Lavicci looking to pass the guard.
Lavicci postures up.
Rodriquez keeping full guard, as Lavicci tries to pass.
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Lavicci from controlling successfully.
Lavicci stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rodriquez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rodriquez manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Lavicci manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (10) vs (2) Lavicci#T13#
Rodriquez showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Lavicci keeping full guard, as Rodriquez tries to pass. #T14#
Lavicci controlling Rodriquez's posture.
Lavicci being controlled here, momentarily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lavicci seems keen to control Rodriquez's posture.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 10 to 2.
Nick Rodriquez seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
WP 31
Date: Aug 30, 2023 |
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 34 wins and 11 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 29 losses; Long Wang!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, Sam Margolis and Richard Clark.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Wang throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Rodriquez tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Wang is in Rodriquez's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (2) Wang#SUB2#
Wang drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Rodriquez dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (2) Wang
Wang wants to sweep but no luck.
Rodriquez slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Rodriquez stands and throws Wang's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (2) Wang
Rodriquez taking a breather here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wang tries to bench press Rodriquez off him but Rodriquez keeps the position. #T1#
Rodriquez has control of an arm but Wang manages to advance to Rodriquez's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (6) Wang#SUB2#
Rodriquez defends a prolonged rear naked choke attempt and turns nicely into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (7) vs (6) Wang
Wang 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.
Rodriquez controls from within his opponent's guard.
Wang working a defensive guard here.
#T2##SUB2#
Wang looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Wang is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Rodriquez is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.#T3#
Wang trying to control the position.
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wang is keeping the position for now.
Our spies down at at Ajax Gym inform us that Wang has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Rodriquez is fighting to break Wang's control of his arms but Wang is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T4##SUB2#
Wang had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Rodriquez defends it easily.
Rodriquez trying to control but Wang is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Wang looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rodriquez is one step ahead there.
Rodriquez content to stall in guard here. #T5#
Wang keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Rodriquez is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T6#
Rodriquez postures up.
Rodriquez being controlled here momentarily. #SUB2#
Wang throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Rodriquez escapes and throws Wang's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (10) vs (6) Wang
Rodriquez slows the pace down.
Rodriquez wants to lay and pray for a moment but Wang keeps working. #T7#
Rodriquez controls the position.
Wang is looking to reverse the position.
Wang is trying to work for a sweep but Rodriquez has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (12) vs (6) Wang
Rodriquez controlling the position easily from mount. #T8#
Wang tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Rodriquez wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Rodriquez tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Wang really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Rodriquez trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T9#
Wang tries to hold on but Rodriquez postures up.
Rodriquez takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Rodriquez avoids the attempt from Wang to control.
Rodriquez tries to control but Wang wriggling away. #T10#
Wang looks out of his depth in this position - he's holding on tight.
Wang wants to hold on but Rodriquez pushes him away.
Wang really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T11#
Wang is squirming around, avoiding Rodriquez's attempts to control the action.
Wang is in all sorts of trouble here.
Rodriquez tries to control but Wang wriggling away.
Wang is desperately trying to improve his position but Rodriquez has a good base and remains in mount.#T12#
Wang manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Wang wants to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez is taking a breather. Wang 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.#SUB2#
Wang looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Rodriquez is taking a breather. Wang 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.#T13#
Rodriquez tries to pass the half guard into mount. Wang knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Wang wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
#T14#
Rodriquez not doing much here.
Rodriquez trying to control from half guard but Wang is working away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 12 to 6.
A relieved looking Nick Rodriquez thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
In defeat, Long Wang stepped up to the mic, saying 'No worries. Everyone here knows my opponent has a bad habit of testing positive for PEDs, so I'm sure this fight will soon be ruled a 'No Contest' by the Athletic Commission.'. |
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Event:
WP 30
Date: Aug 26, 2023 |
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 33 wins and 11 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 35 losses; Boris Balkan!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, James Glass and Phil Schofield.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Rodriquez. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (0) Balkan
Balkan is holding Rodriquez down, trying to stall.
A lull in the action here.
Balkan is trying to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez tries to advance to mount but can't. #T1#
Rodriquez wants to control but Balkan is keeping him busy.
Rodriquez controlling from side mount.
Balkan is looking to reverse the position.#T2#
Rodriquez tries to advance to mount but can't.
Rodriquez is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Balkan tries to improve position but can't.
Rodriquez controls the position.#T3#
Balkan is not content to let Rodriquez control the position.
Balkan is looking to reverse the position.
Balkan prevents Rodriquez from moving into mount.
Balkan is trying to improve his position.
The referee asks Rodriquez politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Rodriquez prefers to stall for the moment though.#T4#
Rodriquez working away.
Rodriquez wants to lay and pray for a moment but Balkan keeps working.
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.
Balkan is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Rodriquez is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (6) vs (0) Balkan
Rodriquez tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T5#
Rodriquez trying to control but Balkan is having none of it.
Rodriquez content just to control the position here.
Balkan sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T6#
Balkan wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
Rodriquez trying to control the pace.
Rodriquez has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (9) vs (0) Balkan
Balkan tries to lock up and control but Rodriquez gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T7#
Rodriquez looking to control and managing it successfully.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.
Rodriquez with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Balkan tries to hold on but Rodriquez postures up.
Rodriquez controlling the position easily from mount. #T8#
Balkan is in all sorts of trouble here.
Balkan keeps trying to improve his position.
Rodriquez avoids the attempt from Balkan to control.
Balkan is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T9#
Rodriquez controlling from the full mount.
Rodriquez has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Balkan is looking to get to half guard.#T10#
Rodriquez looking to control and managing it successfully.
Balkan is desperately trying to improve his position but Rodriquez has a good base and remains in mount.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T11#
Balkan looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (12) vs (0) Balkan
Balkan can't escape the position.
Rodriquez avoiding Balkan 's attempts to control his hands.
Rodriquez keeps control of the position as Balkan tries to break free.
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.
Rodriquez controlling from the back.#T12#
Rodriquez seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Balkan for as long as he can get away with.
Balkan is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Balkan is in bad spot here.
#T13#
Balkan trying to control the hands but Rodriquez won't let him.
Rodriquez is looking to control Balkan but Balkan is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Balkan tries to escape the position.
Rodriquez not allowing Balkan to control his hands. #T14#
Rodriquez tries to keep control of the position but Balkan is staying busy.
Rodriquez slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Balkan looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Rodriquez controlling the position well here. Balkan rolled but Rodriquez kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 12 to 0.
During a confident post fight interview, Nick Rodriquez thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
WP 29
Date: Aug 23, 2023 |
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 32 wins and 11 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 28 losses; Long Wang!
The judges for this bout are Roosa Järviläinen, Anni Minnemäki and Arvi Lind.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Wang darts in and clinches Rodriquez up against the ropes.
Wang wants to take the fight to the mat but Rodriquez manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Wang tries for a takedown but Rodriquez manages to get underhooks.
#TD#
Rodriquez has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Wang clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (0) Wang
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.
I would not like to be Wang right now.
Wang breaks Rodriquez's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (2) Wang
Rodriquez pulls Wang in close to prevent any damage.
Rodriquez bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Wang's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (6) vs (2) Wang
Wang seems keen to control Rodriquez's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Wang working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Rodriquez doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Rodriquez manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
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.
Rodriquez looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Wang keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Wang looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Rodriquez passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (9) vs (2) Wang
Wang tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Rodriquez wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Wang is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Rodriquez controls the position from side control.#T2#
Wang looking for a sweep but Rodriquez has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (11) vs (2) Wang
Wang regains half guard.
Wang is looking to improve his position.
Wang has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Rodriquez is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Wang looking for submissions off his back.#T3#
Wang tries to roll over but Rodriquez keeps him under control.
Rodriquez is trying to control. Wang wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.
Wang is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Wang trying to control but Rodriquez postures up.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Rodriquez is controlling the pace.
Rodriquez trying to control the action but Wang is working from the bottom. #T4#
Wang trying to control here.
Rodriquez stalling.
Rodriquez is pressing down on Wang's thigh, looking to free his foot. Wang is holding on for now.
Wang trying to control from the bottom.
#T5#
Wang works his way to full guard. Good work.
Rodriquez not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Rodriquez preventing the sweep.
Rodriquez slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Wang is looking to sweep but instead, Rodriquez has passed into half guard.
#T6#
Wang slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
Wang looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Rodriquez passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (14) vs (2) Wang
Wang is trying to get back to half guard.
Rodriquez tries to move to mount but Wang blocks the move with his legs.
Wang tries to bench press Rodriquez off him but Rodriquez keeps the position. #T7#
Wang is trying to control Rodriquez's posture but Rodriquez avoids it.
Rodriquez is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Wang will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Wang is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Wang can't do much from the bottom here.
Rodriquez trying to control the position but Wang is working away. #T8#
Wang struggling a bit here.
Rodriquez is looking to take a break and control but Wang is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Wang struggling a bit here.
Wang might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Rodriquez haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Wang trying his best to control but Rodriquez has mounted him. Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (16) vs (2) Wang#T9#
Rodriquez tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Wang looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (19) vs (2) Wang
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Rodriquez's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Rodriquez is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Wang is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Wang trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Wang tries to break free.
Wang looking to control the position.
Rodriquez biding his time, looking for the opening.
#T10#
Wang tries to break free.
Wang trying to control the hands but Rodriquez breaks the grip.
Wang tries to break free.
Wang keeps trying to improve his position.#T11#
Rodriquez is not going to allow Wang to sit and survive in this position.
Wang tries to break free.
Wang breaks Rodriquez's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (19) vs (4) Wang
Rodriquez looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T12#
Wang trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rodriquez wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Wang looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Wang drops back, looking for a kneebar! Rodriquez looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Rodriquez looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Rodriquez! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Rodriquez (23) vs (4) Wang
Rodriquez slows the pace down.
Rodriquez advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (25) vs (4) Wang#T13#
Wang tries to reverse the position but Rodriquez maintains control.
Rodriquez avoids the attempt from Wang to control.
Wang has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (28) vs (4) Wang
Rodriquez is not going to allow Wang to sit and survive in this position.
Wang is really stuck here.
#T14#
Rodriquez has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Wang's body.
Rodriquez has the hooks in. Wang is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Wang trying to control the action but Rodriquez just sinks the hooks in.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wang tries to escape the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 28 to 4.
Nick Rodriquez decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Long Wang spoke after the fight, saying 'No worries. Everyone here knows my opponent has a bad habit of testing positive for PEDs, so I'm sure this fight will soon be ruled a 'No Contest' by the Athletic Commission.'. |
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Event:
WP 28
Date: Aug 19, 2023 |
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 31 wins and 11 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 72 wins and 66 losses; Tyrone Sparxx!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Paulo Santos and Leandro Rodrigues.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Rodriquez shoots in and drives through. Sparxx sprawls well.
Rodriquez misses with a takedown attempt - Sparxx sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Sparxx is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#TD#
Rodriquez looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Sparxx
Sparxx is looking to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez wants to free his trapped foot but Sparxx is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T1#
Sparxx tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodriquez wants to control but Sparxx is keeping him busy.
Rodriquez 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.
Sparxx makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Sparxx.
Rodriquez stopping the sweep attempt from Sparxx.
Rodriquez postures up.
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#
Rodriquez stays in close to Sparxx's body and controls the position.
Rodriquez works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Rodriquez sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Sparxx is looking to improve his position.
#T3#
Sparxx trying to control from the bottom.
Sparxx is trying to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez wants to advance to full mount but Sparxx doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Sparxx looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rodriquez is fighting to break Sparxx's control of his arms but Sparxx is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T4#
Sparxx tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Rodriquez trying to control but Sparxx is working from the bottom.
Our spies down at at House of 1000 Corpses inform us that Sparxx has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Sparxx tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Rodriquez tries to free his leg and advance position but Sparxx is retaining full guard.
Sparxx is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T5#
Sparxx is looking to sweep but instead, Rodriquez has passed into half guard.
Rodriquez takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Sparxx is trying to get back to full guard.
Sparxx tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Rodriquez has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (0) Sparxx
Rodriquez tries to control but Sparxx wriggling away. #T6#
Sparxx wants to hold on but Rodriquez pushes him away.#T7#
Sparxx regains half guard.
Sparxx is trying to control but Rodriquez passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (8) vs (0) Sparxx
Rodriquez is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T8#
Rodriquez trying to control the position but Sparxx is working away.
Sparxx regains half guard there - taking advantage of Rodriquez's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Sparxx is trying to control but can't.
Sparxx slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T9#
Sparxx tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Sparxx is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodriquez showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Sparxx looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Rodriquez pushing down on Sparxx's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T10#
Rodriquez performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Sparxx wants to control the action here but instead Rodriquez manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (11) vs (0) Sparxx
Sparxx regains half guard.
Rodriquez is trying to control. Sparxx wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T11#
Sparxx is looking to improve his position.
Sparxx is doing well to control the position and prevent Rodriquez from advancing to side control.
Sparxx wants to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Rodriquez seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Sparxx for as long as he can get away with.#T12#
Rodriquez wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sparxx keeps working.
Rodriquez prevents Sparxx from improving his position.
Sparxx is refusing to be controlled, as Rodriquez sits in half guard.
Rodriquez wants to advance to full mount but Sparxx doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Rodriquez forces his way into half guard.#T13#
Sparxx trying to hold on to Rodriquez's head to control him but Rodriquez postures up.
Rodriquez works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (14) vs (0) Sparxx
Sparxx is not content to let Rodriquez control the position.
Sparxx is looking for a sweep.#T14#
Rodriquez trying to control the position but Sparxx is working away.
Sparxx is looking to reverse the position.
Sparxx seems a little lost for a moment, as Rodriquez dominates the positioning.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sparxx is trying to improve his position.
Rodriquez is looking to take a break and control but Sparxx is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 14 to 0.
A very excited looking Nick Rodriquez made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
Tyrone Sparxx spoke after the fight, saying 'Taking a couple days off, and I'm back training my skillz'. |
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Event:
WP 27
Date: Aug 12, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 72 wins and 65 losses; Tyrone Sparxx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 11 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, Sam Margolis and James Atkins.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Sparxx stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Sparxx wants it to stay on the feet.#TD#
Sparxx gets the takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Sparxx (4) vs (0) Rodriquez
Sparxx advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Sparxx (6) vs (0) Rodriquez
Sparxx looking to control but Rodriquez is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Rodriquez is trying desperately to improve position.
Sparxx sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sparxx looking to control but Rodriquez is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T1#
Rodriquez tries to reverse the position but Sparxx maintains control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sparxx controlling the pace for now.
Sparxx'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.
Rodriquez is working to get back to half guard.
Rodriquez wants to hold on but Sparxx pushes him away.#T2#
Sparxx fails to take his opponent's back.
Rodriquez is trying to escape the mount.
Sparxx controlling from mount.
Rodriquez is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T3#
Sparxx looking to control and managing it successfully.
Sparxx tries to control but Rodriquez wriggling away. #SUB#
Sparxx goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Rodriquez turns into him and now he's in Sparxx's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sparxx (6) vs (2) Rodriquez
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Sparxx keeps moving. #T4##SUB#
Sparxx escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rodriquez gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Rodriquez sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Sparxx's guard.
Rodriquez controlling the action here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sparxx is looking to improve his position.
#T5#
Sparxx is working hard here to advance position.
Rodriquez stalling. #T6##SUB2#
Rodriquez is working for a submission of some sort.
Sparxx is looking to improve his position.
#T7#
Rodriquez trying to control the pace.
Sparxx is trying to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez is trying to control the action in half guard but Sparxx is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T8#
Sparxx is trying to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez controlling the action here.
Sparxx tries to roll over but Rodriquez keeps him under control.#T9#
Rodriquez is trying to control the action in half guard but Sparxx is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Sparxx wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
Rodriquez is looking to pass Sparxx's guard but actually Sparxx recovers to full guard.
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Sparxx is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T10#
Sparxx trying to keep a closed guard but Rodriquez is proving a slippery customer.
Rodriquez is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T11#
Rodriquez stands and throws Sparxx's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (6) vs (5) Rodriquez
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.
Rodriquez controlling the position.
Rodriquez wants to control but Sparxx is keeping him busy. #T12#
Sparxx tries to improve position but can't.
Rodriquez trying to control the position but Sparxx is working away.
Sparxx is looking for a sweep.
Rodriquez trying to control the action but Sparxx is working from the bottom. #T13#
A lull in the action here.
Sparxx is looking for a sweep.
Rodriquez gets to mount! Sparxx was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Sparxx (6) vs (7) Rodriquez#T14#
Rodriquez looking to control and managing it successfully.
Sparxx is looking to improve his position but Rodriquez isn't that keen on the idea.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez controlling the pace for now.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez wins on points by 7 to 6.
Nick Rodriquez decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
The defeated Tyrone Sparxx had this to say: 'Taking a couple days off, and I'm back training my skillz'. |
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Event:
WP 26
Date: Aug 09, 2023 |
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 30 wins and 10 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 26 losses; Long Wang!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, Andrew Berry and Paul Tew.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Wang pushes Rodriquez up against the ropes in a clinch.
Wang is working for takedown but Rodriquez is calmly controlling the position for now.#TD#
Rodriquez jumps guard.
My spies in Aimon bodaus ja sparri inform me that Wang has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Wang looking to pass the guard.
Rodriquez wants to sweep here but Wang controlling him for the moment.
Wang trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
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.
Rodriquez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodriquez, not yet.
Wang trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Wang is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Rodriquez is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Rodriquez has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Wang
Rodriquez 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wang tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1#
Wang looking to control.
#SUB2#
Wang looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Rodriquez is defending well. Wang quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Rodriquez has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Wang celebrates on the ropes, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Long Wang!
After winning the bout, Long Wang thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
WP 25
Date: Aug 05, 2023 |
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 29 wins and 10 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 24 losses; Strega Notturna!
The judges for this bout are John Roberts, Russell Pearce and Reed Andrews.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Rodriquez shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Notturna as he avoids it easily. #TD#
Rodriquez closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (0) Notturna
Rodriquez working away.
Rodriquez 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.
Notturna tries to bench press Rodriquez off him but Rodriquez keeps the position.
Notturna wants to control but Rodriquez postures up.
Notturna stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Notturna is trying to control Rodriquez's posture but Rodriquez avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Notturna is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Rodriquez is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (6) vs (0) Notturna
Notturna tries to lock up and control but Rodriquez gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T1#
Rodriquez trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Notturna bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (6) vs (2) Notturna
Notturna looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Notturna drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Rodriquez manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Notturna has Rodriquez in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (8) vs (2) Notturna
Rodriquez preventing the sweep. #T2##SUB2#
Notturna is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Rodriquez defends well.#SUB2#
Notturna looking for subs off his back but Rodriquez has passed one foot through into half guard.
Notturna is trying to get back to full guard.#T3#
Notturna keeps trying to improve his 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.
Rodriquez passes into side control, despite Notturna's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (11) vs (2) Notturna
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Notturna prevents Rodriquez from moving into mount.
Notturna looking for a sweep but Rodriquez has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (13) vs (2) Notturna
Notturna looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (16) vs (2) Notturna#T4#
Notturna is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Notturna is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Rodriquez is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Notturna is trying to break free.
#T5#
Rodriquez doesn't have the hooks in and Notturna manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (16) vs (4) Notturna
Notturna stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rodriquez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Notturna trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Rodriquez manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (18) vs (4) Notturna
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Notturna is keeping the position.
Notturna has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Rodriquez has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (21) vs (4) Notturna#T6#
Notturna gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Notturna wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Rodriquez trying to mount his opponent but Notturna defends it.
Notturna moves into full guard.
Rodriquez is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T7##SUB2#
Notturna isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Rodriquez stacks Notturna 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 Rodriquez! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (24) vs (4) Notturna
Rodriquez is trying to move to mount but Notturna reverses beautifully and ends up in Rodriquez's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (24) vs (6) Notturna#SUB2#
Notturna has gone for a leg lock! Rodriquez slips out almost immediately though and dives into Notturna's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (26) vs (6) Notturna
Notturna working a defensive guard here.
#T8#
Rodriquez stopping the sweep attempt from Notturna.
Notturna keeping full guard, as Rodriquez tries to pass.
Rodriquez looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T9##SUB2#
Notturna working for a triangle but Rodriquez defends it easily.
Rodriquez controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Notturna looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rodriquez is one step ahead there.
Notturna wants to improve his position but instead Rodriquez has moved into half guard.
Rodriquez is controlling the pace.
#T10#
Rodriquez is pressing down on Notturna's thigh, looking to free his foot. Notturna is holding on for now.
Notturna wants to get back to full guard.
Notturna is trying to control but can't.
Notturna is looking for a sweep. Rodriquez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Notturna is trying to maintain the position but Rodriquez is very close to passing his half guard.#T11#
Notturna is trying to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Notturna is looking for a sweep. Rodriquez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Rodriquez sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Rodriquez trying to control from half guard but Notturna is working away. #T12#
Notturna tries to roll over but Rodriquez keeps him under control.
Rodriquez is trying to control. Notturna wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Rodriquez is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Rodriquez seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Notturna for as long as he can get away with.#T13#
Rodriquez is thwarting Notturna's attempts to control the position.
Rodriquez looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Notturna actively working from the bottom here.#T14#
Rodriquez sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Notturna is trying to maintain the position but Rodriquez is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Notturna with the active half guard here but Rodriquez passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (29) vs (6) Notturna
Rodriquez is looking to take a break and control but Notturna is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 29 to 6.
During a confident post fight interview, Nick Rodriquez thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
WP 24
Date: Aug 02, 2023 |
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 28 wins and 10 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 31 losses; Boris Balkan!
The judges for this bout are James Atkins, Daniel Bishop and Chris Edwards.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Balkan leaves Rodriquez with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#TD2#
Balkan closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Rodriquez quickly recovers to half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (2) Balkan
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.
Balkan slows the pace down in half guard.
Balkan tries to pass to full mount but Rodriquez defends it.
Balkan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodriquez keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Balkan wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is defending well.
Rodriquez is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Balkan's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Balkan's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (2) Balkan#T1#
Balkan looking very determined here, making life difficult for Rodriquez.
Balkan tries to break free.
Balkan trying to survive by controlling the hands.
Rodriquez controls the position.#T2#
Balkan staying busy and making it hard for Rodriquez to control.
Rodriquez has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Balkan's body.
Balkan tries to escape the position.
#T3#
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Rodriquez has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Balkan tries to escape but Rodriquez has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Rodriquez has good solid back control here. #T4#
Balkan tries to escape the position.
Rodriquez is riding his opponent, not letting Balkan buck him off.
Balkan is really stuck here.
#T5#
Balkan rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Rodriquez with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB2#
Balkan looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Balkan wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T6#
Balkan is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Rodriquez jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (7) vs (2) Balkan
Rodriquez is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Balkan will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Rodriquez is looking to take a break and control but Balkan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Rodriquez tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Rodriquez has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
You can see the frustration on Balkan's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T7#
Rodriquez controls the position.
Balkan is looking to regain half guard here but Rodriquez keeps moving and retains side control.
Balkan struggling a bit here.#T8#
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Balkan is looking to regain half guard here but Rodriquez keeps moving and retains side control.
Rodriquez is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T9#
Balkan manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Rodriquez trying to control the action but Balkan is working from the bottom.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T10#
Rodriquez is keen to just control but Balkan is a slippery customer.
Well, if Rodriquez 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.
Rodriquez has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (10) vs (2) Balkan
Balkan tries to get back to half guard but can't.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.#T11#
Rodriquez controlling the pace for now.
Rodriquez trying to control but Balkan is having none of it.
Balkan really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Rodriquez trying to control but Balkan is having none of it. #T12#
Balkan bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (10) vs (4) Balkan
Balkan trying to move into half guard but instead Rodriquez has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (12) vs (4) Balkan
Balkan has control of Rodriquez's left arm, preventing Rodriquez from doing any damage.
Balkan 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.#T13#
Balkan looking to control.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Balkan keeping full guard, as Rodriquez tries to pass.
Balkan is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Balkan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T14#
Balkan looking to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Balkan looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 12 to 4.
A victorious Nick Rodriquez thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
WP 23
Date: Jul 29, 2023 |
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 28 wins and 9 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 70 wins and 63 losses; Tyrone Sparxx!
The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, Paul Tew and Donald Grub.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Rodriquez shoots in looking for a takedown. Sparxx tries to sprawl out of it but Rodriquez keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Sparxx manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Rodriquez is defended easily by Sparxx.#TD#
Rodriquez drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Sparxx
Sparxx trying to control the position.
#SUB2#
Sparxx is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Rodriquez is aware though and is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sparxx working a defensive guard here.
Rodriquez won't allow Sparxx to sweep him here. #T1#
Rodriquez slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Rodriquez looking to sit in guard and control but Sparxx gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (2) Sparxx
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Rodriquez tries to land a sweep but no joy.
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#
Rodriquez trying to keep a closed guard but Sparxx is proving a slippery customer.
Sparxx won't allow Rodriquez to sweep him here.
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.
Sparxx pushing down on Rodriquez's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Rodriquez won't allow Sparxx to pass to mount.
Rodriquez has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Sparxx is working away from the top position though.#T3#
Rodriquez is staying active underneath Sparxx, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Rodriquez is trying to maintain the position but Sparxx is very close to passing his half guard.
Sparxx trying to mount his opponent but Rodriquez defends it. #T4#
Rodriquez is looking for a sweep. Sparxx is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Rodriquez keeping control of the position. #SUB2#
Sparxx seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Sparxx seems to be working for a kimura but Rodriquez defends the submission attempt.#T5#
Rodriquez is looking for a sweep. Sparxx is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sparxx is thwarting Rodriquez's attempts to control the position.
Rodriquez regains full guard. Nicely done.
Sparxx tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodriquez is retaining full guard.
Sparxx preventing the sweep. #T6#
Sparxx postures up.
Rodriquez is trying to hold Sparxx in close to prevent damage but Sparxx has managed to pass into half guard.
Rodriquez wants to control but Sparxx is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Rodriquez is defending against the submission attempts here by Sparxx.
#SUB2#
Sparxx is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T7#
Sparxx is thwarting Rodriquez's attempts to control the position.
Rodriquez is looking for a sweep. Sparxx is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Rodriquez regains full guard. Nicely done. #T8#
Rodriquez wants to sweep but no luck.
Sparxx is pushing down on Rodriquez's leg trying to pass to half guard. Rodriquez is fighting to maintain full guard but Sparxx has managed to sneak the leg through.
Rodriquez is trying to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez is looking to control Sparxx's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Rodriquez avoid being mounted?
Sparxx is trying to control the action in half guard but Rodriquez is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #T9#
Rodriquez trying to control but Sparxx postures up.
#SUB2#
Sparxx is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Rodriquez manages to get to full guard.
#T10#
Rodriquez has control of Sparxx's left arm, preventing Sparxx from doing any damage.
Sparxx passes Rodriquez's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Rodriquez wants to get back to full guard.#T11#
Rodriquez slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Sparxx postures up.
Rodriquez trying to control the position here.
Sparxx pushes down on Rodriquez's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T12##SUB2#
Sparxx is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Rodriquez defends it well.
Rodriquez tries to roll over but Sparxx keeps him under control.#T13##SUB2#
Sparxx is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Sparxx is working for a kimura but Rodriquez is defending it quite comfortably.
Rodriquez is trying to maintain the position but Sparxx is very close to passing his half guard.#T14#
Rodriquez is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Rodriquez trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (5) Sparxx
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sparxx content just to control the position here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sparxx wins on points by 5 to 2.
Tyrone Sparxx 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. |
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Event:
WP 22
Date: Jul 26, 2023 |
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 27 wins and 9 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 30 losses; Boris Balkan!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, Colin Fotheringham and William Gold.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Balkan. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (4) Balkan
Balkan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodriquez keeps working.
Balkan controlling the position from side mount.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Balkan working away.
Rodriquez seems a little lost for a moment, as Balkan dominates the positioning.
Balkan's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T1#
Rodriquez is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Balkan off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (4) Balkan
Rodriquez gets his hands free as Balkan looks to control.
Rodriquez wants to control but Balkan is keeping busy.
Balkan just trying to survive but Rodriquez is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Rodriquez's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Rodriquez controlling from the back.#T2#
Balkan tries to escape but Rodriquez has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Balkan tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Rodriquez wants to take his opponent's back but Balkan doesn't allow it.
Rodriquez takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Balkan is trying desperately to improve position.#T3#
Rodriquez looking to control but Balkan is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Balkan wants to hold on but Rodriquez pushes him away.
Rodriquez controlling the position easily from mount.
Rodriquez is looking to take Balkan's back but instead Balkan gets back to half guard. Nice work. #T4#
Balkan wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
Rodriquez moves into full mount! Balkan won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (7) vs (4) Balkan
Balkan is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T5#
Balkan is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Rodriquez is staying active.
Rodriquez can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Balkan is looking to escape.
Balkan can't escape the position.
Balkan sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Rodriquez keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T6#
Rodriquez is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (10) vs (4) Balkan
Rodriquez tries to control but Balkan wriggling away.
Balkan is working to get back to half guard.
#T7#
Balkan is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
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.
Rodriquez controlling the position easily from mount.
Rodriquez avoids the attempt from Balkan to control.#T8#
Balkan tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Balkan is still trying to improve position.
Rodriquez tries to control but Balkan wriggling away.
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.#T9#
Balkan is trying to escape the mount.
#SUB#
Rodriquez is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Balkan has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Balkan! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (10) vs (6) Balkan
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rodriquez is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (12) vs (6) Balkan#T10#
Balkan keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T11#
Balkan is controlling Rodriquez's posture.
Balkan looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Rodriquez puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Balkan tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Balkan is defending well.
Rodriquez content to control rather than advance. #T12#
Rodriquez looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Balkan wants to get back to full guard but Rodriquez has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (15) vs (6) Balkan#T13#
Balkan tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Rodriquez wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Balkan is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Rodriquez is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (17) vs (6) Balkan
Balkan can't escape the position.
Rodriquez trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Balkan is just holding on here. Rodriquez manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (20) vs (6) Balkan#T14#
Balkan is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Balkan trying to control the position but Rodriquez manages to sink in the hooks.
What can Balkan do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Balkan can't escape the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 20 to 6.
A victorious Nick Rodriquez thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
WP 21
Date: Jul 22, 2023 |
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 27 wins and 8 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 69 wins and 62 losses; Tyrone Sparxx!
The judges for this bout are Paul Tew, Chris Edwards and Donald Grub.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Rodriquez shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Sparxx but Sparxx pushes him off and we're back to square one.#CL2#
Sparxx clinches up with Rodriquez and pushes him back against the ropes.#TD#
Rodriquez decides to pull guard.
Sparxx tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodriquez is retaining full guard.
Sparxx postures up.
Rodriquez is adopting a defensive guard.
Sparxx trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez has Sparxx pulled in close to control his posture.
Rodriquez has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Sparxx trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodriquez being controlled here, momentarily. #T2#
Rodriquez seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.
Rodriquez keeping full guard, as Sparxx tries to pass.
Rodriquez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
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.
Sparxx is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T3#
Rodriquez wants to sweep here but Sparxx controlling him for the moment.
Sparxx controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T4#
Rodriquez 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.
Rodriquez has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
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.#T5#
Rodriquez is trying to control the position but Sparxx postures up.
Rodriquez can't keep his opponent in guard - Sparxx advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Rodriquez wants to get back to full guard.#T6#
Sparxx is thwarting Rodriquez's attempts to control the position.
Sparxx slows the pace down in half guard.
Rodriquez is looking to improve his position.
#T7#
Sparxx seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Rodriquez does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Well, if Sparxx is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
The fighters are battling for position here. Rodriquez manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Rodriquez is adopting a defensive guard.#T8#
Sparxx looking to pass the guard.
Sparxx wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Rodriquez looking to control.
#T9#
Sparxx won't allow Rodriquez to sweep him here.
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Sparxx from controlling successfully.
Sparxx tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodriquez is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Rodriquez is trying to push Sparxx off with his feet but Sparxx grabs hold of one of the legs and drops back looking for a submission! He's cranking on one of Rodriquez's ankles and Rodriquez is forced to tap! This one is aaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Ankle Lock). Tyrone Sparxx!
In his post fight interview, Tyrone Sparxx started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
WP 20
Date: Jul 19, 2023 |
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 26 wins and 8 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 69 wins and 61 losses; Tyrone Sparxx!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, James Glass and William Gold.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Nice sprawl there from Sparxx as Rodriquez shoots in.#TD#
Rodriquez changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Sparxx looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (0) Sparxx
Rodriquez controls the position from side control.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Sparxx is looking to reverse the position.
Sparxx regains half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sparxx tries to roll over but Rodriquez keeps him under control.
Sparxx has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#T1#
Rodriquez perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Rodriquez trying to control from Sparxx's half guard. Sparxx has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Sparxx keeps moving.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.
Rodriquez is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Sparxx is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB2#
Sparxx looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Rodriquez passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (7) vs (0) Sparxx#T2#
Rodriquez gets to mount! Sparxx was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (9) vs (0) Sparxx
Rodriquez tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Rodriquez tries to control but Sparxx wriggling away. #T3#
Rodriquez tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Rodriquez pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Rodriquez wants to control the pace but Sparxx is squirming around nicely.
Sparxx is looking to get to half guard.#T4#
Sparxx is controlling an arm, preventing Rodriquez from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Sparxx is looking to improve his position but Rodriquez isn't that keen on the idea.
Sparxx is trying to reverse the position but instead Rodriquez has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (12) vs (0) Sparxx
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.
Rodriquez is riding his opponent, not letting Sparxx buck him off. #T5#
Sparxx is in bad spot here.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Rodriquez controlling the positon.
Rodriquez'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.#T6#
Rodriquez trying to control.
I really don't envy Sparxx right now.
#SUB#
Sparxx has hold of Rodriquez's leg, trying to break free but it's let Rodriquez lock up a rear naked choke! This could be big trouble! Sparxx is turning an unusual color here… he's out! Rodriquez throws him to one side and jumps onto the ropes to celebrate with his fans.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Nick Rodriquez!
Nick Rodriquez seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
The defeated Tyrone Sparxx had this to say: 'Taking a couple days off, and I'm back training my skillz'. |
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Event:
WP 19
Date: Jul 15, 2023 |
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 22 wins and 28 losses; Boris Balkan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 8 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Seu Braga and Luis Engracia.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Balkan shoots in but no luck this time.
Rodriquez tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#TD#
Balkan closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Balkan (4) vs (0) Rodriquez
A lull in the action here.
Balkan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodriquez keeps working.
Balkan is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Rodriquez's shoulder. That is not cool.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Balkan is looking to take a break and control but Rodriquez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T1#
Rodriquez is trying to escape the position but Balkan is controlling the position.
Balkan trying to control the action but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez struggling a bit here.#T2#
Rodriquez is looking to reverse the position.
Rodriquez is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Balkan happy to just control the position for now. #SUB#
Balkan thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T3#
Rodriquez is looking to regain half guard here but Balkan keeps moving and retains side control.
Balkan trying to control the position but Rodriquez is working away.
We've been hearing good reports from Balkan'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.
Balkan is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Rodriquez will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T4#
Balkan trying to control the action but Rodriquez is working from the bottom. #T5#
Balkan looking to control but instead Rodriquez has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Rodriquez makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Rodriquez.
Balkan trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Balkan stopping the sweep attempt from Rodriquez.
Balkan trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T6#
Rodriquez has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Balkan trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rodriquez controls Balkan momentarily but Balkan frees himself. #T7#
Balkan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriquez is keeping the position for now.
Balkan trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Balkan stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rodriquez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Balkan is working hard here to advance position.#T8#
Balkan's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Balkan looking to sit in guard and control but Rodriquez gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Balkan (4) vs (2) Rodriquez
Balkan controls Rodriquez momentarily but Rodriquez frees himself.
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.
Balkan keeping full guard, as Rodriquez tries to pass.
Balkan looking to control but Rodriquez passes into half guard.
#T9#
Rodriquez perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
My spies in KFA inform me that Rodriquez has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Rodriquez has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Balkan (4) vs (5) Rodriquez
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.#T10#
Balkan is desperately trying to improve his position but Rodriquez has a good base and remains in mount.
Balkan wants to control but Rodriquez is having none of it.
Balkan is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T11#
Balkan tries to hold on but Rodriquez postures up.
Rodriquez can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Balkan is looking to escape.
Balkan has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
Score +3 for taking back: Balkan (4) vs (8) Rodriquez#T12#
Balkan wants to control his opponent's hands but Rodriquez gets his hands free.
Balkan wants to escape the position.
Rodriquez keeps control of the position easily here as Balkan tries to buck him off.
Rodriquez tries to keep control of the position but Balkan is staying busy.
Balkan trying to control the action but Rodriquez just sinks the hooks in. #T13#
Balkan wants to escape the position.
I would not like to be Balkan right now.
#SUB2#
Rodriquez is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Rodriquez controlling the position well here. Balkan rolled but Rodriquez kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T14#
It looks like Rodriquez 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.
A lull in the action here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Balkan is really stuck here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez wins on points by 8 to 4.
Nick Rodriquez decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
wp 17
Date: Jul 09, 2023 |
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 25 wins and 7 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 68 wins and 60 losses; Tyrone Sparxx!
The judges for this bout are Eddie Farnsworth, Alyssa Summers and Anthony Taglia.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Sparxx leaves Rodriquez with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Rodriquez shoots in for a takedown but Sparxx shows good takedown defense.
Sparxx is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Rodriquez fails with the takedown#TD2#
and Sparxx counters with a nice double leg into side control. Rodriquez won't be happy with that. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (4) Sparxx
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nick Rodriquez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rodriquez struggling a bit here.
Rodriquez is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Sparxx moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez struggling a bit here.
Rodriquez has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#T1#
Rodriquez tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodriquez struggling a bit here.
Sparxx tries to advance to mount but can't.
Sparxx wants to control for a moment but Rodriquez uses the opportunity to move back to half guard. #T2#
Sparxx looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Rodriquez wants to improve his position but Sparxx is controlling well.
#T3##SUB2#
Sparxx is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Rodriquez defends it well.
Rodriquez is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Rodriquez is doing well to control the position and prevent Sparxx from advancing to side control.#T4#
Sparxx perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Rodriquez makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Rodriquez.
Sparxx is stalling in the full guard.
Sparxx trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom. #T5#
Rodriquez is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Rodriquez wants to sweep here but Sparxx controlling him for the moment.
Sparxx wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is keeping the position.
Sparxx stopping the sweep attempt from Rodriquez.#T6#
Sparxx stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rodriquez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sparxx won't allow Rodriquez to sweep him here. #T7#
Rodriquez trying to control the position.
Sparxx content to stall in guard here.
Sparxx postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodriquez tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Rodriquez pulls Sparxx in close to prevent any damage. #T8#
Rodriquez wants to control the position but Sparxx says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Sparxx content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Rodriquez is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Sparxx's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Sparxx's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (4) Sparxx
Sparxx is in bad spot here.
Despite being in a bad position, Sparxx is controlling the hands, preventing any submission attempts. #T9#
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
#T10#
Sparxx is trying to break free.
Rodriquez is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
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.#T11#
Sparxx just trying to survive but Rodriquez is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Rodriquez really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Sparxx.
Sparxx staying busy and making it hard for Rodriquez to control. #T12#
Sparxx can't escape the position.
Rodriquez doesn't have the hooks in and Sparxx manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (6) Sparxx
Rodriquez seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Rodriquez being controlled here, momentarily.
Sparxx trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T13#
Rodriquez trying to control the position here.
Well,Rodriquez is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Sparxx stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rodriquez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rodriquez looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Sparxx trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodriquez looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Sparxx puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #T14#
Rodriquez trying to hold on to Sparxx's head to control him but Sparxx postures up.
Rodriquez keeping hold of Sparxx's head, controlling as best he can.
Rodriquez 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!
Rodriquez gets back to full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sparxx wins on points by 6 to 4.
Tyrone Sparxx was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
WP 18
Date: Jul 05, 2023 |
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 24 wins and 7 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 36 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Mauricio Rocha and Thiago Cunha.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Rodriquez tries to score a power double leg takedown but Turturro sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Rodriquez somewhat.
Turturro stuffs the takedown.
Turturro shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Rodriquez half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Turturro misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD#
Rodriquez drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro prevents Rodriquez from moving into mount.
Turturro is looking to reverse the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro trying to control but Rodriquez flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (7) vs (0) Turturro
Rodriquez controls the position.
Turturro tries to escape but Rodriquez has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T1#
Rodriquez is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Turturro tries to escape the position.
Turturro just trying to survive but Rodriquez is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #T2#
Turturro really must keep his cool here. He's controlling one of Rodriquez's hands and whilst he does that, he's got a chance of escaping the position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Turturro tries to roll but Rodriquez sticks to his back.
#T3#
Rodriquez really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Turturro.
Turturro can't escape the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodriquez trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Turturro doesn't escape.
Turturro tries to break free.
#T4#
Good control from Rodriquez.
Turturro rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Turturro is trying to control but can't.
Turturro moves into full guard.
Rodriquez is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T5#
Turturro working a defensive guard here.
Turturro tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Rodriquez passes Turturro's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Rodriquez not doing much here.
#T6#
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T7#
Turturro desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Turturro wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Turturro trying to get back to full guard but Rodriquez takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (10) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is desperately trying to improve his position but Rodriquez has a good base and remains in mount.#T8#
Turturro tries to hold on but Rodriquez pushes him away.
Rodriquez looking to control and managing it successfully.
Rodriquez avoids the attempt from Turturro to control.
Rodriquez controlling from mount.
Turturro really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T9#
Rodriquez tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Turturro is wriggling around trying to escape.
Turturro tries to control the position but Rodriquez now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (13) vs (0) Turturro#T10#
Turturro trying to control the hands but Rodriquez breaks the grip.
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Rodriquez controls the action.#T11#
Rodriquez seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Turturro for as long as he can get away with.#T12#
Turturro tries to escape but Rodriquez has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Turturro breaks Rodriquez's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (13) vs (2) Turturro#T13#
Turturro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriquez is keeping the position for now.
Turturro preventing the sweep.
Turturro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriquez is keeping the position for now.
Rodriquez pulls Turturro in close to prevent any damage.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Turturro content to stall in guard here. #T14#
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Turturro won't allow Rodriquez to sweep him here.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Turturro stands and throws Rodriquez's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (13) vs (5) Turturro
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro is looking to take a break and control but Rodriquez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 13 to 5.
Our winner, Nick Rodriquez, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
WP 16
Date: Jul 02, 2023 |
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 23 wins and 7 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Gaston Juncker!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Mauricio Rocha and Seu Braga.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Juncker looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD#
Rodriquez darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Juncker
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.
Juncker is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Rodriquez jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (0) Juncker
Rodriquez trying to control the action but Juncker is working from the bottom.
Juncker sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Juncker is trying to get back to full guard.#T1#
Rodriquez stalling.
Juncker is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Juncker is still trying to improve position.#T2#
Juncker trying to hold on to Rodriquez's head to control him but Rodriquez postures up.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Juncker is looking to improve his position.
Rodriquez tries to pass to full mount but Juncker defends it. #T3#
Still in half guard, Rodriquez seems content to control.
Juncker slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Juncker looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rodriquez is one step ahead there.
Juncker working a defensive guard but Rodriquez passes into half guard.
#T4#
Juncker is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Rodriquez's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Rodriquez's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (4) Juncker
Rodriquez trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Rodriquez is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Rodriquez tries to escape but Juncker has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Juncker struggling to keep hold of the position.
Rodriquez tries to break free.
Juncker is looking to control Rodriquez but Rodriquez is wriggling around and keeping busy. #T5#
Rodriquez tries to roll but Juncker sticks to his back.
Rodriquez controlling his opponent's hands, preventing the submission attempt.
Juncker is looking to control Rodriquez but Rodriquez is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Rodriquez tries to break free.
#T6#
Rodriquez is working hard here to advance position.
Juncker not allowing Rodriquez to control his hands.
Juncker is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Rodriquez tries to break free.
Juncker tries to get the hooks in deep but Rodriquez pushed the leg off. #T7#
Rodriquez turns into Juncker and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (7) vs (4) Juncker
Juncker working a defensive guard but Rodriquez passes into half guard.
Rodriquez moves into full mount! Juncker won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (10) vs (4) Juncker
Juncker can't escape the position.
Juncker has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Rodriquez controlling the position easily from mount. #T8#
Juncker is working to get back to half guard.
Juncker sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Juncker is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Juncker is looking to control Rodriquez's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Juncker avoid being mounted?#T9#
Juncker wants to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez stalling. #T10#
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Juncker is defending well.
Juncker tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Juncker is pressing down on Rodriquez's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T11#
Rodriquez is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Juncker working a defensive guard but Rodriquez manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (13) vs (4) Juncker
Juncker tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Rodriquez wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Juncker manages to work his way to half guard, despite Rodriquez's best efforts.
Juncker trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Rodriquez manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (16) vs (4) Juncker
Juncker can't escape the position.
#T12#
Juncker tries to control Rodriquez's body but Rodriquez pushes him off. Juncker squirms to his side and now Rodriquez has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (19) vs (4) Juncker
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.
Rodriquez just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Juncker is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Rodriquez is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #T13#
Juncker is keeping busy.
Juncker is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Rodriquez off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Rodriquez controls the position.
Juncker tries to break free.
#T14#
Juncker trying to control the hands but Rodriquez breaks the grip.
Rodriquez controlling the position well here. Juncker rolled but Rodriquez kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Rodriquez seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Juncker for as long as he can get away with.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez continues to stall.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 19 to 4.
A very excited looking Nick Rodriquez made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
WP 15
Date: Jun 28, 2023 |
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 22 wins and 7 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 35 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Trevor Gratis and Elvis Blanc.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Rodriquez shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Turturro's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro trying to keep a closed guard but Rodriquez is proving a slippery customer.
Turturro 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.
Rodriquez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rodriquez 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.
Turturro is trying to keep Rodriquez in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez stopping the sweep attempt from Turturro.
Turturro is still trying to improve position.#T1#
Rodriquez looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Turturro has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Rodriquez has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (0) Turturro
Rodriquez controlling the position from side mount.
Turturro sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T2#
Rodriquez is thwarting Turturro's attempts to control the position.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Turturro is defending well.
Turturro wants to get back to full guard.#T3#
Turturro gets full guard.
Turturro trying to keep a closed guard but Rodriquez is proving a slippery customer.
Turturro is looking to sweep but instead, Rodriquez has passed into half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Rodriquez in particular looking to stall.
Rodriquez is thwarting Turturro's attempts to control the position.#T4#
Turturro wants to get back to full guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Rodriquez in particular looking to stall.#T5#
Turturro is trying to control but Rodriquez manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (8) vs (0) Turturro
Rodriquez looking to control but Turturro is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Rodriquez is trying to control here but Turturro has managed to regain half guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Rodriquez is pressing down on Turturro's thigh, looking to free his foot. Turturro is holding on for now. #T6#
Rodriquez content to control rather than advance.
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.
Turturro tries to roll over but Rodriquez keeps him under control.#T7#
Rodriquez is looking to take a break and control but Turturro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Turturro makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Turturro.
Turturro looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Rodriquez avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Turturro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T8#
Rodriquez trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Turturro has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Rodriquez has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (11) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T9#
Turturro being controlled for a moment.
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.
Turturro is looking for a sweep.#T10#
Turturro struggling a bit here.
Rodriquez slows the pace down.
Turturro looking for a sweep but Rodriquez has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (13) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro regains half guard.#T11#
Turturro wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
Rodriquez content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Turturro wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
#T12#
Turturro manages to get to full guard.
Rodriquez content to stall in guard here.
Turturro has his hands on Rodriquez's head, controlling the position. #T13#
Turturro controls Rodriquez momentarily but Rodriquez frees himself.
Rodriquez content to stall in guard here.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving.
Turturro has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Rodriquez has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (16) vs (0) Turturro#T14#
Turturro is letting Rodriquez control him for a moment.
Turturro tries to bench press Rodriquez off him but Rodriquez keeps the position.
Rodriquez has control of an arm but Turturro manages to advance to Rodriquez's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Rodriquez (16) vs (4) Turturro
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Rodriquez preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Turturro.
Rodriquez manages to reverse the position and now he's in Turturro's guard. Nice work there by Rodriquez.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (18) vs (4) Turturro
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 18 to 4.
A victorious Nick Rodriquez thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
wp 14
Date: Jun 25, 2023 |
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 21 wins and 7 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 21 losses; Long Wang!
The judges for this bout are David Schapiro, Reed Andrews and Bruno Lombardi.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Rodriquez goes for a double leg but Wang avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Wang continues to drive forward.#TD#
Rodriquez pulls guard successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wang wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is keeping the position.
Rodriquez trying to keep a closed guard but Wang is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2#
Wang drops back, looking for a kneebar! Rodriquez looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Rodriquez looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Rodriquez! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (0) Wang
You can see the frustration on Wang's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Wang looking for a sweep but Rodriquez has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (6) vs (0) Wang
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wang tries to hold on but Rodriquez postures up.
Wang keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Rodriquez has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#T1#
Wang keeps trying to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodriquez controlling the position easily from mount.
Wang is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T2#
Rodriquez controlling from mount.
Wang is trying to reverse the position but instead Rodriquez has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (9) vs (0) Wang
Wang is in bad spot here.
I would not like to be Wang right now.
I really don't envy Wang right now.
Wang is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Rodriquez is not going to allow Wang to sit and survive in this position.
Rodriquez really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Wang.#T3#
Wang trying to control the action but Rodriquez just sinks the hooks in.
I really don't envy Wang right now.
Rodriquez is not going to allow Wang to sit and survive in this position.
Wang might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Rodriquez haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Wang is really stuck here.
#T4#
Wang tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Wang has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (12) vs (0) Wang
Rodriquez keeps control of the position as Wang tries to break free.
Rodriquez trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Wang doesn't escape.
Rodriquez wants to control but Wang is keeping busy.
I really don't envy Wang right now.
#T5#
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Rodriquez has the hooks in. Wang is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Rodriquez controlling from the back.
Wang trying to control the hands but Rodriquez won't let him.
Wang is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
A lull in the action here.
#T6#
Rodriquez has good solid back control here. #SUB#
Wang has hold of Rodriquez's leg, trying to break free but it's let Rodriquez lock up a rear naked choke! This could be big trouble! Wang is turning an unusual color here… he's out! Rodriquez throws him to one side and jumps onto the cage to celebrate with his fans.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Nick Rodriquez!
Nick Rodriquez seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
The defeated Long Wang had this to say: 'No worries. Everyone here knows my opponent has a bad habit of testing positive for PEDs, so I'm sure this fight will soon be ruled a 'No Contest' by the Athletic Commission.'. |
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Event:
WP 13
Date: Jun 18, 2023 |
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 42 wins and 18 losses; Shane MacGowan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 7 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are Jonathan Paton, Franklyn Lucas and Dean Styles.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Rodriquez leaves MacGowan with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#TD#
MacGowan throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Rodriquez was covering up waiting for the punch and MacGowan finishes the takedown easily into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: MacGowan (2) vs (0) Rodriquez
MacGowan has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
MacGowan stopping the sweep attempt from Rodriquez.
Rodriquez keeping full guard, as MacGowan tries to pass.
MacGowan is working hard here to advance 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.
Rodriquez is controlling MacGowan's posture.
MacGowan wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
MacGowan has gone for a leg lock! Rodriquez slips out almost immediately though and dives into MacGowan's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacGowan (2) vs (2) Rodriquez
MacGowan trying to control the position.
#T1#
Rodriquez showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Rodriquez's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
MacGowan trying to control the position.
Rodriquez sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T2#
MacGowan pulls Rodriquez in close to prevent any damage.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but MacGowan is keeping the position.
MacGowan trying to keep a closed guard but Rodriquez is proving a slippery customer.
MacGowan looking for a sweep. Not yet MacGowan, not yet.
My spies in KFA inform me that Rodriquez has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Rodriquez content to stall in guard here.
Rodriquez won't allow MacGowan to sweep him here. #T3#
Rodriquez slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
MacGowan is trying to hold Rodriquez in close to prevent damage but Rodriquez has managed to pass into half guard.
MacGowan is looking to improve his position.
Rodriquez is pressing down on MacGowan's thigh, looking to free his foot. MacGowan is holding on for now.
MacGowan is trying to control but can't.
Rodriquez is looking to advance position but MacGowan won't allow it.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T4#
Rodriquez wants to free his trapped foot but MacGowan is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Rodriquez prevents MacGowan from improving his position.
MacGowan has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Rodriquez is working away from the top position though.
Rodriquez prevents MacGowan from improving his position.
MacGowan has a hand on Rodriquez's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Rodriquez takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: MacGowan (2) vs (5) Rodriquez
MacGowan tries to get back to half guard but can't.
MacGowan tries to hold on but Rodriquez pushes him away. #T5#
Rodriquez looking to control and managing it successfully.
MacGowan tries to reverse the position but Rodriquez maintains control.
Rodriquez controlling his opponent.
Rodriquez prevents MacGowan from getting the reversal.
MacGowan tries to lock up and control but Rodriquez gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
MacGowan tries to improve his position but instead Rodriquez has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: MacGowan (2) vs (8) Rodriquez
I would not like to be MacGowan right now.
#T6#
Rodriquez controlling well, preventing MacGowan from escaping the position.
Rodriquez biding his time, controlling MacGowan.
MacGowan is trying to break free.
#T7#
Well, with Rodriquez on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before MacGowan is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
MacGowan trying to control but not successfully.
Rodriquez is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
MacGowan trying to control the hands but Rodriquez won't let him.
Rodriquez keeps control of the position easily here as MacGowan tries to buck him off.
#T8#
MacGowan is in bad spot here.
MacGowan trying to control the action but Rodriquez just sinks the hooks in.
Rodriquez is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
MacGowan trying to control the action but Rodriquez just sinks the hooks in.
Rodriquez tries to get the hooks in deep but MacGowan pushed the leg off.
Rodriquez keeps control of the position easily here as MacGowan tries to buck him off.
#T9#
MacGowan tries to roll but Rodriquez sticks to his back.
MacGowan trying to control but not successfully.
Rodriquez has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of MacGowan's body.
I really don't envy MacGowan right now.
Rodriquez biding his time, looking for the opening.
#T10#
MacGowan manages to reverse the position and now he's in Rodriquez's guard. Nice work there by MacGowan.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacGowan (4) vs (8) Rodriquez
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Rodriquez holds on and takes a little breather.
MacGowan trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez is adopting a defensive guard.
MacGowan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriquez is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
MacGowan drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Rodriquez dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacGowan (4) vs (10) Rodriquez#T11#
Rodriquez pushing down on MacGowan's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
MacGowan trying to control here.
MacGowan wants to sweep but Rodriquez has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: MacGowan (4) vs (13) Rodriquez
MacGowan is trying to get back to half guard.
MacGowan is letting Rodriquez control him for a moment. #T12#
MacGowan tries to bench press Rodriquez off him but Rodriquez keeps the position.
Rodriquez passes to full mount! That's big trouble for MacGowan! Score +2 for reaching mount: MacGowan (4) vs (15) Rodriquez
Rodriquez takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
MacGowan can't escape the position.
Rodriquez looking to control and managing it successfully.
MacGowan working to try and regain half guard.
Rodriquez tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T13#
It looks like Rodriquez 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.
MacGowan tries to hold on but Rodriquez postures up.
MacGowan slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
MacGowan trying to control from the bottom.
Rodriquez prevents MacGowan from improving his position.
MacGowan trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: MacGowan (4) vs (18) Rodriquez
MacGowan is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T14#
Rodriquez looking to control and managing it successfully.
MacGowan is looking to get to half guard.
MacGowan wants to control but Rodriquez is having none of it.
MacGowan is trying to reverse the position but instead Rodriquez has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: MacGowan (4) vs (21) Rodriquez
I really don't envy MacGowan right now.
MacGowan is breathing heavily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
MacGowan trying to control the hands but Rodriquez breaks the grip.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez wins on points by 21 to 4.
A relieved looking Nick Rodriquez thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
WP 12
Date: Jun 11, 2023 |
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 19 wins and 7 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 5 losses; Charles Manson!
The judges for this bout are Alyssa Summers, Bruno Lombardi and Jonathan Paton.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Rodriquez misses with a takedown attempt - Manson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Manson with the counter takedown but Rodriquez avoids it easily.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Manson. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (4) Manson
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.
Manson wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Manson is trying to get an arm triangle but Rodriquez is defending well.
Manson is looking to take a break and control but Rodriquez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Manson tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T1##SUB2#
Manson tries for a kimura but Rodriquez is defending well.
Rodriquez regains half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Manson wants to work for an arm triangle but Rodriquez is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Manson is looking to pass Rodriquez's guard but actually Rodriquez recovers to full guard.
Manson trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Rodriquez looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Manson looking to sit in guard and control but Rodriquez gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (4) Manson
Rodriquez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Manson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rodriquez advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (4) Manson
Manson is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Rodriquez off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (8) Manson#T3##SUB2#
Rodriquez fending off the submission attempt from Manson. #SUB2#
Rodriquez is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Manson wants to control the position but Rodriquez frees himself and scrambles - Manson manages to regain control in side control.
Rodriquez manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T4#
Rodriquez is not content to let Manson control the position.
Manson working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Rodriquez's thigh. Rodriquez counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Rodriquez bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Manson's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (7) vs (8) Manson
Manson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Manson keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Manson looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Rodriquez passes into half guard.
Rodriquez is taking a breather. Manson 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.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.#T5#
Manson wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
Rodriquez trying to control the action but Manson is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez sitting and controlling from the 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.
Manson is trying to get back to full guard.
Manson makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Manson.#T6##SUB2#
Manson working for submissions but it's allowed Rodriquez to get to half guard.
Rodriquez wants to free his trapped foot but Manson is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Manson is looking to improve his position.
Manson is trying to control but Rodriquez manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (10) vs (8) Manson
Manson wants to control but Rodriquez is having none of it.
Rodriquez tries to control but Manson wriggling away. #T7#
Manson is in all sorts of trouble here.
Manson tries to hold on but Rodriquez postures up.
Rodriquez will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Rodriquez controlling the pace for now.
Rodriquez manages to capitalize on a mistake by Manson to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (13) vs (8) Manson
Rodriquez has the hooks in. Manson is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T8#
Manson is keeping busy.
Manson wants to escape the position.
Rodriquez avoiding Manson 's attempts to control his hands. #SUB#
Manson has hold of Rodriquez's leg, trying to break free but it's let Rodriquez lock up a rear naked choke! This could be big trouble! Manson is turning an unusual color here… he's out! Rodriquez throws him to one side and jumps onto the ropes to celebrate with his fans.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Nick Rodriquez!
Nick Rodriquez seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
WP 11
Date: Jun 04, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 34 wins and 44 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 7 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Dillan Fox and Ian Loll.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Rodriquez shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Rodriquez fails to land the takedown.
Rodriquez changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Boesku tries to avoid it but Rodriquez manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Boesku to the ground. Boesku escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Roman Boesku has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nick Rodriquez.
Rodriquez shoots in and drives through. Boesku sprawls well.
Boesku leaves Rodriquez with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Rodriquez fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Rodriquez fails with the takedown.
Nick Rodriquez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rodriquez looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Boesku is fending him off so far but Rodriquez persists. Nope, Boesku circles away and we're back to standing.#TD#
Boesku fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Rodriquez to the ground. Boesku is now in Rodriquez's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (0) Rodriquez
Boesku might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Rodriquez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku is fighting to break Rodriquez's control of his arms but Rodriquez is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Boesku advances to half guard.
Boesku content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T1#
Boesku wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodriquez keeps working.
Boesku trying to control the pace.
Boesku is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Boesku'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.
Rodriquez keeping full guard, as Boesku tries to pass. #T2#
Rodriquez is pulling down on Boesku's head to control his posture.
Boesku engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Rodriquez pulls Boesku in close to prevent any damage.
Boesku looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Boesku trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boesku is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Rodriquez is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Rodriquez has control of Boesku's left arm, preventing Boesku from doing any damage.
Boesku pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriquez is keeping the position for now.
Boesku engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T4#
Boesku wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Rodriquez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodriquez, not yet.
Rodriquez can't keep his opponent in guard - Boesku advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Boesku seems to be working for a kimura but Rodriquez defends the submission attempt.
Boesku prevents Rodriquez from improving his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boesku wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping him busy. #T5#
Rodriquez is looking to improve his position.
Boesku wants to free his trapped foot but Rodriquez is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Rodriquez is looking to control Boesku's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Rodriquez avoid being mounted?
Rodriquez has his hands clasped together around Boesku's back. He's all about the action.
Boesku is taking a breather. Rodriquez 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.#T6#
Boesku wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodriquez keeps working.
Rodriquez has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Boesku is working away from the top position though.
Boesku is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Boesku wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodriquez keeps working.
Rodriquez manages to get to full guard.
#T7#
Boesku wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Rodriquez is controlling Boesku's posture.
Rodriquez is continuing to stall.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodriquez pulls Boesku in close to prevent any damage. #T8#
Boesku trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Boesku's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Boesku trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Boesku passes into half guard. #T9#
Rodriquez won't allow Boesku to pass to mount.
Boesku sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Boesku is trying to control the action in half guard but Rodriquez is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez is looking for a sweep. Boesku is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Rodriquez is not content to let Boesku control the position.
Rodriquez tries to get to full guard but Boesku has control of the leg. #T10#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Boesku in particular looking to stall.
Rodriquez is refusing to be controlled, as Boesku sits in half guard.
Rodriquez tries to roll over but Boesku keeps him under control.
Rodriquez trying to control here.
Boesku trying to control from half guard but Rodriquez is working away. #T11##SUB#
Boesku 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.
Rodriquez trying to control from the bottom.
Boesku tries to pass the half guard into mount. Rodriquez knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Rodriquez is not content to let Boesku control the position.#T12##SUB#
Boesku is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Rodriquez doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Boesku.
Boesku controlling the action here.
Boesku wants to pass to mount but Rodriquez is defending the position.
Boesku is trying to control. Rodriquez wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T13#
Rodriquez is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Rodriquez is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Still in half guard, Boesku seems content to control.
Rodriquez is refusing to be controlled, as Boesku sits in half guard.
Boesku trying to control from Rodriquez's half guard. Rodriquez has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Rodriquez controlling the position.
Boesku's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T14#
Rodriquez wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Boesku looking to pass the guard.
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Boesku is looking to pass into half guard but Rodriquez pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Rodriquez is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (2) Rodriquez
Rodriquez slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (2) vs (5) Rodriquez
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez trying to control the position but Boesku is working away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez wins on points by 5 to 2.
A very excited looking Nick Rodriquez made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
WP 10
Date: May 28, 2023 |
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 18 wins and 23 losses; Boris Balkan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 6 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are John Kavanagh, Anthony Taglia and Franklyn Lucas.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Rodriquez gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Balkan to score an easy takedown into full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Balkan (2) vs (0) Rodriquez
Balkan trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Balkan looking to pass the guard.
Balkan will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Balkan trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodriquez is adopting a defensive guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Balkan trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Balkan sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Rodriquez's guard. #T1##SUB#
Balkan is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Balkan is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Rodriquez is positioning himself well to prevent Balkan advancing to mount.
Rodriquez is staying active underneath Balkan, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Balkan prevents Rodriquez from improving his position.
Balkan tries to pass to full mount but Rodriquez defends it.
We've been hearing good reports from Balkan'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.#SUB#
Balkan is working for a kimura here but Rodriquez manages to reverse the position and he's now in Balkan's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Balkan (2) vs (2) Rodriquez
Balkan wants to sweep here but Rodriquez controlling him for the moment. #T2##SUB#
Balkan is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Rodriquez is aware though and is defending well.
Rodriquez tries to free his leg and advance position but Balkan is retaining full guard.
Rodriquez controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
It looks like Rodriquez 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.#SUB#
Balkan working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Rodriquez doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Balkan is tightening it up a little... Rodriquez has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Rodriquez reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Rodriquez taps out! Nice BJJ there by Balkan!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Boris Balkan!
Boris Balkan decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
WP 9
Date: May 21, 2023 |
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 18 wins and 5 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 65 wins and 54 losses; Tyrone Sparxx!
The judges for this bout are Jonathan Paton, Steve Montenegro and Chad Campbell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Rodriquez closes the distance and clinches up with Sparxx, looking for a takedown. Rodriquez pushes Sparxx against the cage but Sparxx circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#TD2#
Sparxx is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Rodriquez's half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (2) Sparxx
Well, if Sparxx 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.
Rodriquez trying to control but Sparxx postures up.
Rodriquez tries to get to full guard but Sparxx has control of the leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sparxx keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T1#
Sparxx wants to free his trapped foot but Rodriquez is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Sparxx is taking a breather. Rodriquez 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.
It looks like Sparxx 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.
Rodriquez controlling the position for now.
Sparxx with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T2#
Rodriquez is refusing to be controlled, as Sparxx sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Sparxx is working for a submission of some sort.
Rodriquez has his hands clasped together around Sparxx's back. He's all about the action.
Rodriquez has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Sparxx is working away from the top position though.#T3#
Sparxx wants to free his trapped foot but Rodriquez is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Sparxx is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Rodriquez gets back to full guard.
Sparxx wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving. #T4#
Sparxx wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is keeping the position.
Sparxx showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Rodriquez trying to keep a closed guard but Sparxx is proving a slippery customer.
#T5#
Rodriquez is really struggling to control Sparxx but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Rodriquez is pulling down on Sparxx's head to control his posture.
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Sparxx from controlling successfully. #T6#
Rodriquez wants to sweep but no luck.
Rodriquez looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Sparxx trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Sparxx stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rodriquez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sparxx controls from within his opponent's guard. #T7#
Sparxx advances to half guard.
Rodriquez preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Rodriquez is refusing to be controlled, as Sparxx sits in half guard.
Sparxx content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T8#
Rodriquez moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Sparxx preventing the sweep.
Sparxx trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodriquez wants to sweep but no luck.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sparxx controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T9#
Sparxx being controlled here momentarily.
Sparxx trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodriquez is controlling Sparxx's posture.
Sparxx not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T10#
Rodriquez looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Rodriquez is trying to keep Sparxx in close.
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Sparxx from controlling successfully.
Rodriquez is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Sparxx controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T11#
Sparxx wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is keeping the position.
Sparxx trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sparxx is one step ahead there.
Rodriquez controls Sparxx momentarily but Sparxx frees himself.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.#T12#
Rodriquez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodriquez, not yet.
Sparxx wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Rodriquez is trying to control the position but Sparxx postures up.
Rodriquez bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sparxx's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (2) Sparxx#SUB2#
Sparxx has his foot on Rodriquez's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Rodriquez works his way back into a safe position though.
Sparxx is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T13#
Sparxx 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: Rodriquez (2) vs (4) Sparxx#SUB2#
Sparxx wants to work for an arm triangle but Rodriquez is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Sparxx is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Rodriquez defends it well.
Sparxx is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T14##SUB2#
Sparxx is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Rodriquez is just riding it out for now. Sparxx eventually gives up the hold.
Sparxx is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Sparxx wins on points by 4 to 2.
Tyrone Sparxx 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. |
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Event:
WP 8
Date: May 14, 2023 |
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 18 wins and 4 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 16 losses; Long Wang!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, Alec Ball and Gregory Folan.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Wang has Rodriquez up against the cage in a clinch.
#TD#
Rodriquez jumps into guard, dragging Wang to the mat.
Wang being controlled here momentarily.
Rodriquez has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Wang has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (3) Wang
A lull in the action here.
Wang working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez prevents Wang from improving position. #T1#
Rodriquez gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (0) vs (5) Wang
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodriquez keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Wang trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Wang controlling the position easily from mount. #T2#
It looks like Wang 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.
Rodriquez is in all sorts of trouble here.
Rodriquez is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Wang looking to control and managing it successfully.
Rodriquez wants to hold on but Wang pushes him away.
Wang seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Rodriquez is holding on tight.
#T3#
Wang trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Rodriquez is wriggling around trying to escape.
Wang controlling his opponent.
Let's hope that Wang 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.
Rodriquez is looking to get to half guard.
Wang wants to take Rodriquez's back but he can't do it this time. #T4#
Rodriquez tries to hold on but Wang postures up.
My spies in Average Judas Gym inform me that Wang has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Rodriquez is controlling an arm, preventing Wang from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Wang controlling the pace for now.
Rodriquez really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T5#
Wang tries to control but Rodriquez wriggling away.
Rodriquez is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Rodriquez is working hard here to advance position.
Wang fails to take his opponent's back.
Rodriquez is squirming around, avoiding Wang's attempts to control the action.
Rodriquez keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T6#
Wang controlling his opponent.
Wang can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Rodriquez is looking to escape. #T7#
Rodriquez is working to get back to half guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Wang wants to take his opponent's back but Rodriquez doesn't allow it.
Rodriquez has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Wang's lack of action.
Wang looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T8#
Rodriquez is looking for a sweep. Wang is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Wang seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Wang is trying to control the action in half guard but Rodriquez is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Wang trying to pass the guard but Rodriquez defending well. #T9#
Rodriquez is trying to get back to full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.
Wang is pressing down on Rodriquez's thigh, looking to free his foot. Rodriquez is holding on for now.
Wang keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Rodriquez is positioning himself well to prevent Wang advancing to mount.
Rodriquez trying to control from the bottom.
Wang trying to control the action but Rodriquez is working from the bottom. #T10#
Rodriquez is looking for a sweep. Wang is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Wang content to control rather than advance.
Rodriquez is trying to maintain the position but Wang is very close to passing his half guard.
Rodriquez tries to roll over but Wang keeps him under control.
Wang trying to mount his opponent but Rodriquez defends it. #T11#
Rodriquez trying to control but Wang postures up.
Wang trying to mount his opponent but Rodriquez defends it.
Wang perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Rodriquez tries to get to full guard but Wang has control of the leg.
Wang with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T12#
Rodriquez keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Rodriquez is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Wang sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T13#
Wang trying to mount his opponent but Rodriquez defends it.
Wang looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Wang is continuing to stall.
Rodriquez trying to control but Wang postures up.
Wang trying to control the action but Rodriquez is working from the bottom. #T14#
Wang is controlling the pace.
Rodriquez controlling the position for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez won't allow Wang to pass to mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wang wins on points by 5 to 0.
Long Wang decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
WP 6
Date: May 07, 2023 |
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 17 wins and 4 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 17 losses; Disco Kid!
The judges for this bout are Alyssa Summers, Jonathan Paton and John Roberts.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Rodriquez tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kid sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Rodriquez somewhat.#CL2#
Kid instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Kid gets a trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (2) Kid
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kid is looking to advance position but Rodriquez won't allow it.
Kid prevents Rodriquez from improving his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kid trying to mount his opponent but Rodriquez defends it.
Kid works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (5) Kid#T1#
Rodriquez tries to hold on but Kid postures up.
Rodriquez is squirming around, avoiding Kid's attempts to control the action.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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#
Kid swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Rodriquez is now in Kid's guard. A big mistake from Kid there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (5) Kid
Rodriquez controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Kid 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.#T2#
Kid trying to keep a closed guard but Rodriquez is proving a slippery customer.
Rodriquez passes into half guard.
Rodriquez seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Rodriquez'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.#T3#
Kid tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg.
Rodriquez will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Kid wants to get back to full guard but Rodriquez has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (5) Kid
Rodriquez controlling from mount. #T4#
Kid keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Rodriquez looking to control and managing it successfully. #T5#
Kid is desperately trying to improve his position but Rodriquez has a good base and remains in mount.
Rodriquez sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Kid tries to improve his position but instead Rodriquez has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (8) vs (5) Kid
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.
Rodriquez really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Kid.#T6#
Kid tries to escape but Rodriquez has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Rodriquez keeps control of the position easily here as Kid tries to buck him off.
Kid wants to escape the position.
#T7#
Rodriquez is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Kid tries to break free.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodriquez is riding his opponent, not letting Kid buck him off.
Kid tries to escape but Rodriquez has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Rodriquez is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #T8#
You can see the frustration on Kid's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Rodriquez controlling from the back.
Rodriquez gets his hands free as Kid looks to control.
Kid tries to escape but Rodriquez has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T9##SUB#
Rodriquez looking for the RNC.
Rodriquez is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
#T10#
Rodriquez has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Kid trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Rodriquez controlling well, preventing Kid from escaping the position.
Good control from Rodriquez.#T11#
Kid tries to break free.
Rodriquez has good solid back control here.
Rodriquez keeps control of the position as Kid tries to break free.
#T12#
Rodriquez controls the position.#T13#
Kid trying to control the action but Rodriquez just sinks the hooks in.
Rodriquez just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T14#
Rodriquez controlling well, preventing Kid from escaping the position.
Kid is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kid is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Kid is trying to break free.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 8 to 5.
Nick Rodriquez thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
WP5
Date: Apr 30, 2023 |
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 16 wins and 4 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 64 wins and 52 losses; Tyrone Sparxx!
The judges for this bout are Jeff Smith, Ryoma Takatsuka and Paul Gruel.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Rodriquez tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Sparxx defends well and Rodriquez ends up having to push Sparxx into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Rodriquez drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#TD#
Rodriquez has clasped his hands together around Sparxx's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (0) Sparxx
Sparxx is trying to get back to half guard.
Rodriquez is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Sparxx will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Sparxx has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Who's going to make the next move?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez slows the pace down. #T1#
You can see the frustration on Sparxx's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Rodriquez slows the pace down.
Sparxx can't do much from the bottom here.
Sparxx trying to remain calm as Rodriquez controls from the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Sparxx is looking for a sweep.
Rodriquez taking a breather here.
Sparxx is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Sparxx struggling a bit here.#T3#
Sparxx controls the position for a moment.
Sparxx wants to control but Rodriquez postures up.
Sparxx is looking for a sweep.
A lull in the action here.#T4#
Sparxx stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Sparxx is trying to work for a sweep but Rodriquez has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (6) vs (0) Sparxx
Sparxx keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Sparxx tries to control Rodriquez's body but Rodriquez pushes him off. Sparxx squirms to his side and now Rodriquez has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (9) vs (0) Sparxx#T5#
Sparxx tries to roll but Rodriquez sticks to his back.
Sparxx trying to control but not successfully.
Sparxx wants to escape the position.
Sparxx keeps trying to improve his position.
Rodriquez trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
#T6#
Sparxx trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
I would not like to be Sparxx right now.
Rodriquez'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.#T7#
Sparxx looking very determined here, making life difficult for Rodriquez.
Rodriquez not allowing Sparxx to control his hands.
Sparxx just looking to survive in the bad position.
Rodriquez trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.#T8#
Sparxx is really stuck here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodriquez gets his hands free as Sparxx looks to control.
Rodriquez really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Sparxx.
You can see the frustration on Sparxx's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Sparxx staying busy and making it hard for Rodriquez to control. #T9#
Sparxx turns into Rodriquez and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (9) vs (2) Sparxx
Sparxx pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriquez is keeping the position for now.
Sparxx controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Sparxx has gone for a leg lock! Rodriquez slips out almost immediately though and dives into Sparxx's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (11) vs (2) Sparxx
Sparxx keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully. #T10#
Sparxx has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sparxx is keeping the position for now.
Sparxx being controlled here, momentarily. #T11#
Sparxx not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Sparxx is adopting a defensive guard.#T12#
Sparxx working a defensive guard here.
Sparxx is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB2#
Sparxx working for a triangle but Rodriquez defends it easily.
Rodriquez won't allow Sparxx to sweep him here. #T13#
Rodriquez sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Sparxx pulls Rodriquez in close to prevent any damage.
Rodriquez tries to free his leg and advance position but Sparxx is retaining full guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Sparxx holds on and takes a little breather. #T14#
Rodriquez showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Rodriquez postures up.
Rodriquez showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sparxx has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Rodriquez has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (14) vs (2) Sparxx
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 14 to 2.
A victorious Nick Rodriquez thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
In defeat, Tyrone Sparxx stepped up to the mic, saying 'Taking a couple days off, and I'm back training my skillz'. |
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Event:
WP 4
Date: Apr 23, 2023 |
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 15 wins and 4 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 19 losses; Boris Balkan!
The judges for this bout are Ryoma Takatsuka, Jeff Smith and Micheangelo Fripello.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Rodriquez drives through with a takedown into Balkan's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Balkan#SUB2#
Balkan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rodriquez gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Balkan wants to control but Rodriquez passes easily into half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Rodriquez in particular looking to stall.
Rodriquez wants to free his trapped foot but Balkan is holding on for dear life with his legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Balkan wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
#T1#
Balkan gets full guard.#SUB2#
Balkan is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Balkan tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Balkan looking for subs off his back but Rodriquez has passed one foot through into half guard.
Balkan is looking for a sweep. Rodriquez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2#
Balkan is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Rodriquez jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (0) Balkan
Balkan keeps Rodriquez under control for a moment.
Balkan is trying to improve his position.
Balkan is still trying to improve position.#T3#
Balkan gets back to half guard.
Rodriquez is controlling the pace.
Rodriquez is thwarting Balkan's attempts to control the position.#T4#
Balkan tries to roll over but Rodriquez keeps him under control.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Rodriquez trying to mount his opponent but Balkan defends it.
Rodriquez not doing much here.
#T5#
Rodriquez'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.#T6#
Balkan regains full guard. Nicely done.
Rodriquez is stalling in the full guard.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Balkan keeps moving. #T7##SUB2#
Balkan looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Balkan wants to hit a sweep here but Rodriquez passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Balkan there! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (8) vs (0) Balkan
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Balkan tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T8#
Rodriquez can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Balkan is looking to escape.
Balkan has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (11) vs (0) Balkan
Rodriquez keeps control of the position as Balkan tries to break free.
Rodriquez just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Rodriquez doesn't have the hooks in and Balkan manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (11) vs (2) Balkan#T9#
Balkan trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Balkan has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Balkan trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rodriquez wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Balkan drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Rodriquez manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Balkan has Rodriquez in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (13) vs (2) Balkan#SUB2#
Rodriquez got a little sloppy there for a moment and Balkan has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Rodriquez has managed to get both his arms back between Balkan's legs - danger averted.#T10#
Rodriquez controls from within his opponent's guard.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Balkan is keeping the position.
Balkan working a defensive guard here.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T11#
Balkan looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Balkan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rodriquez is one step ahead there.
Balkan wants to hit a sweep here but Rodriquez passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Balkan there! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (16) vs (2) Balkan
Rodriquez prevents Balkan from getting the reversal.#T12#
Rodriquez trying to control but Balkan is having none of it.
Balkan is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Balkan really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Balkan has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (19) vs (2) Balkan#T13#
Rodriquez not allowing Balkan to control his hands.
Rodriquez wants to control but Balkan is keeping busy.
Balkan just trying to survive but Rodriquez is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Rodriquez keeps control of the position as Balkan tries to break free.
Rodriquez just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T14#
Balkan trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Balkan is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Balkan trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Balkan manages to reverse the position and now he's in Rodriquez's guard. Nice work there by Balkan.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (19) vs (4) Balkan
Rodriquez has Balkan pulled in close to control his posture.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Balkan wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 19 to 4.
A victorious Nick Rodriquez thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
WP 3
Date: Apr 16, 2023 |
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 14 wins and 4 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 64 wins and 50 losses; Tyrone Sparxx!
The judges for this bout are Jeff Smith, Micheangelo Fripello and Colin Fray.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Rodriquez shoots in for a takedown but Sparxx shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Sparxx fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#TD2#
Rodriquez gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (2) Sparxx
Sparxx stands and throws Rodriquez's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (5) Sparxx#SUB2#
Sparxx is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Rodriquez knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Sparxx is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Rodriquez has escaped the position, nice work there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Sparxx wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T1##SUB2#
Sparxx goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Rodriquez rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Sparxx's guard! Nice work there by Rodriquez! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (5) Sparxx
Rodriquez trying to control but Sparxx is working from the bottom.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.
Rodriquez won't allow Sparxx to sweep him here.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rodriquez preventing the sweep.
Sparxx is pulling down on Rodriquez's head. It's preventing any offense from Rodriquez, at least for the moment.
Rodriquez pushes down on Sparxx's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T2##SUB2#
Sparxx looking for submissions off his back.
Rodriquez is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Sparxx is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Rodriquez jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (5) Sparxx
Sparxx is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Sparxx is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Rodriquez's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T3#
Rodriquez content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Rodriquez looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Sparxx actively working from the bottom here.
Sparxx is trying to control but Rodriquez passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (8) vs (5) Sparxx
Rodriquez controls the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Sparxx gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Sparxx trying to control here.
Sparxx has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Rodriquez with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Sparxx wants to sweep but Rodriquez has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (11) vs (5) Sparxx
Rodriquez tries to move to mount but Sparxx blocks the move with his legs.
Sparxx is looking for a sweep.#T5#
Sparxx is trying to control Rodriquez's posture but Rodriquez avoids it.
Sparxx tries to bench press Rodriquez off him but Rodriquez keeps the position.
Rodriquez happy to just control the position for now.
Sparxx can't do much from the bottom here.
Rodriquez wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sparxx keeps working. #T6#
Sparxx tries to control but Rodriquez manages to take his back. Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (14) vs (5) Sparxx
Sparxx tries to escape but Rodriquez has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Rodriquez controls the position.
Sparxx trying to control the action but Rodriquez just sinks the hooks in. #SUB#
Rodriquez looking for the choke from the back.
Sparxx wants to escape the position.
Sparxx tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Rodriquez wants to take Sparxx's back here but Sparxx is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
#T7#
Rodriquez prevents Sparxx from getting the reversal.
Rodriquez takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Sparxx is wriggling around trying to escape.
Rodriquez manages to capitalize on a mistake by Sparxx to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (17) vs (5) Sparxx#T8#
Sparxx manages to reverse the position and now he's in Rodriquez's guard. Nice work there by Sparxx.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (17) vs (7) Sparxx
Sparxx wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Rodriquez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Rodriquez being controlled here, momentarily.
Sparxx trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Rodriquez manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (19) vs (7) Sparxx#T9#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sparxx is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (19) vs (9) Sparxx
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Sparxx from controlling successfully.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rodriquez is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (21) vs (9) Sparxx
Rodriquez stopping the sweep attempt from Sparxx.
Rodriquez controlling from the top position. #T10#
Rodriquez trying to control but Sparxx is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Sparxx is keeping the position.
Rodriquez is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T11#
Sparxx keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully.
Sparxx is trying to control the position but Rodriquez postures up. #SUB2#
Sparxx escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rodriquez gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Rodriquez works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Sparxx wants to get back to full guard but Rodriquez has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (24) vs (9) Sparxx
Sparxx is being controlled here. #T12#
Sparxx is trying to get back to half guard.
Sparxx keeps trying to improve his position.
Rodriquez advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (26) vs (9) Sparxx
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sparxx can't escape the position.
Sparxx is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Rodriquez content just to control the position here.
Rodriquez prevents Sparxx from getting the reversal.#T13#
Rodriquez wants to control the pace but Sparxx is squirming around nicely.
Rodriquez with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Sparxx is in all sorts of trouble here.
Sparxx tries to hold on but Rodriquez postures up.
Rodriquez prevents Sparxx from getting the reversal.#T14#
Sparxx wants to control but Rodriquez is having none of it.
Sparxx gets back to half guard.
Rodriquez prevents Sparxx from improving his position.
Sparxx trying to control from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez is taking a breather. Sparxx 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.#SUB2#
Sparxx looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 26 to 9.
An out of breath Nick Rodriquez thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
The defeated Tyrone Sparxx had this to say: 'Taking a couple days off, and I'm back training my skillz'. |
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Event:
WPGC 3.0
Date: Apr 09, 2023 |
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 13 wins and 4 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 24 losses; Marc Read!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fray, Chris Saunders and Josh West.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Read tries to clinch but Rodriquez moves out of range.
Rodriquez defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Read.#TD#
Rodriquez manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Read on his heels. He'll look to pass Read's guard now, I'm sure. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Read
Rodriquez is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
Read looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Rodriquez has picked Read up and slammed him! Read can't keep hold of the triangle and Rodriquez manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (0) Read
Rodriquez will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Read is looking to reverse the position.
Read looks to move to half guard but instead Rodriquez has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (7) vs (0) Read
Rodriquez controlling his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Read keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T1#
Rodriquez sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Read is trying desperately to improve position.
Read manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Rodriquez is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.
Read wants to get back to full guard.#T2#
Read is trying to control but Rodriquez manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (10) vs (0) Read
Read can't escape the position.
Read is still trying to improve position.
Read sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T3#
Read tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg.
Read has a hand on Rodriquez's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Rodriquez takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (13) vs (0) Read
Read tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Rodriquez is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Read is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (16) vs (0) Read
Read rolls, trying to escape but Rodriquez keeps control of the position.
#T4#
Rodriquez controlling the position well here. Read rolled but Rodriquez kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Read can't escape the position.
Rodriquez just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Read is really stuck here.
Read looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Read tries to escape but Rodriquez has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T5#
Read keeps trying to improve his position.
Rodriquez avoiding Read 's attempts to control his hands.
Read tries to escape the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Read is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Read is in bad spot here.
Read trying to control the hands but Rodriquez won't let him. #T6#
Read can't escape the position.
Rodriquez controls the position.
Rodriquez seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Read for as long as he can get away with.
You can see the frustration on Read's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T7#
Rodriquez keeps control of the position easily here as Read tries to buck him off.
Read tries to escape but Rodriquez has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Rodriquez really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Read.
Rodriquez is hanging on to Read's back as he tries to escape.
#T8#
Read turns into Rodriquez and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (16) vs (2) Read
Rodriquez pulls Read in close to his closed guard and prevents Read from doing any damage or advancing position.
Rodriquez 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.
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Read from controlling successfully. #T9#
Rodriquez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Rodriquez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodriquez, not yet.
Read wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Read passes Rodriquez's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Read is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Read wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodriquez keeps working. #T10#
Read tries to pass to full mount but Rodriquez defends it.
Read trying to control from Rodriquez's half guard. Rodriquez has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Read has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Read trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez keeping full guard, as Read tries to pass. #T11#
Read preventing the sweep.
Read advances to half guard.
Rodriquez controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #SUB2#
Read is looking for a kimura here.
Read is looking to advance position but Rodriquez won't allow it. #T12#
Rodriquez is holding on to half guard well.
Rodriquez moves into full guard.
Read stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rodriquez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Read is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Read trying to move into half guard but instead Rodriquez has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (18) vs (2) Read
Rodriquez showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T13#
Rodriquez won't allow Read to sweep him here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Read is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Read is keeping the position for now.
Rodriquez showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Read wants to control the position but Rodriquez says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #T14#
Rodriquez prevents Read from improving his position.
Read trying to control but Rodriquez postures up.
Rodriquez keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Read is looking to improve his position.
Rodriquez is controlling the pace.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 18 to 2.
Nick Rodriquez thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
WPGC 2.0
Date: Apr 02, 2023 |
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 12 wins and 4 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 32 wins and 37 losses; Roman Boesku!
The judges for this bout are Chris Saunders, Paul Gruel and Colin Fray.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Rodriquez changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Boesku looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (0) Boesku
You can see the frustration on Boesku's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Boesku sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Rodriquez 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.
Boesku is looking to improve his position.
Boesku is looking to control Rodriquez's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Boesku avoid being mounted?
Boesku moves into full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Boesku is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Boesku controls Rodriquez momentarily but Rodriquez frees himself.
Boesku wants to sweep but no luck.
Boesku keeping full guard, as Rodriquez tries to pass.
Rodriquez controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T2#
Rodriquez passes Boesku's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Rodriquez content to control rather than advance. #T3#
Boesku makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Boesku.
Rodriquez is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Boesku looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Rodriquez puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Boesku keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodriquez sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T4#
Boesku controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Rodriquez uses his free foot to push down on Boesku's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Boesku. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (7) vs (0) Boesku
Boesku keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T5#
Rodriquez takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Boesku has given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (10) vs (0) Boesku
Rodriquez is not going to allow Boesku to sit and survive in this position.
Boesku is trying to break free.
#T6#
What can Boesku do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Rodriquez seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Boesku for as long as he can get away with.
Boesku trying to control the action but Rodriquez just sinks the hooks in.
Rodriquez will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Rodriquez keeps control of the position as Boesku tries to break free.
#T7#
Rodriquez not allowing Boesku to control his hands.
Boesku tries to escape but Rodriquez has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Rodriquez trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Boesku doesn't escape.
Boesku trying to control the action but Rodriquez just sinks the hooks in.
Rodriquez is hanging on to Boesku's back as he tries to escape.
#T8#
Rodriquez controls the position.
Rodriquez's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T9#
I really don't envy Boesku right now.
Rodriquez biding his time, controlling Boesku. #SUB#
Rodriquez working for a choke but Boesku is defending well. #T10#
Rodriquez is trying to stick to Boesku's back but Boesku is turning into Rodriquez. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Rodriquez's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Boesku. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (10) vs (2) Boesku
Boesku is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Rodriquez pulls Boesku in close to prevent any damage.
Rodriquez tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T11#
Boesku wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Rodriquez is adopting a defensive guard.
Boesku forces his way into half guard.
Rodriquez is holding on to half guard well.
Still in half guard, Boesku seems content to control.#T12#
Rodriquez is trying to get back to full guard.
My spies in Average Judas Gym inform me that Boesku has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Rodriquez trying to control from the bottom.
Boesku wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodriquez keeps working.
Boesku trying to control the pace.
Boesku trying to mount his opponent but Rodriquez defends it. #T13#
Boesku prevents Rodriquez from improving his position.#SUB2#
Boesku is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Boesku wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping him busy.
Boesku is just content to waste time from the top position. Rodriquez takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Rodriquez wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully. #T14#
Rodriquez 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.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boesku tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodriquez is retaining full guard.
Boesku controlling from the top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez 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.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 10 to 2.
A relieved looking Nick Rodriquez thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
CWC 349
Date: Mar 26, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 35 wins and 14 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 4 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Alexandre Firmino and Matheus Silva.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Rodriquez dives in and scores a takedown into Zulu's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Zulu (0) vs (2) Rodriquez
Zulu 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.
Zulu 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.
Zulu has control of Rodriquez's left arm, preventing Rodriquez from doing any damage.
Rodriquez controlling from the top position.
Zulu tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T1#
Zulu 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.
Rodriquez trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom.
Zulu pulls Rodriquez in to control the position.
Rodriquez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Zulu swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Zulu has control of Rodriquez's left arm, preventing Rodriquez from doing any damage. #T2#
Rodriquez won't allow Zulu to sweep him here.
My spies in KFA inform me that Rodriquez has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Zulu looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Rodriquez puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Rodriquez tries to pass the half guard into mount. Zulu knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Zulu is trying to maintain the position but Rodriquez is very close to passing his half guard.
Rodriquez tries to pass to full mount but Zulu defends it. #T3#
Zulu holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Rodriquez content to control rather than advance.
Zulu wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
Zulu controlling the position for now.#T4#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Zulu keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Zulu tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Rodriquez has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (0) vs (5) Rodriquez
Rodriquez tries to control but Zulu wriggling away.
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.#T5#
Zulu gets back to half guard.
Zulu is concentrating on defense, preventing Rodriquez from advancing position.
Zulu is trying to maintain the position but Rodriquez is very close to passing his half guard.#T6#
Zulu tries to roll over but Rodriquez keeps him under control.
Rodriquez takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Zulu is not content to let Rodriquez control the position.
Zulu wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy.
Zulu wants to get back to full guard.#T7#
Zulu is looking to control Rodriquez's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Zulu avoid being mounted?
Zulu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Rodriquez with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Rodriquez wants to free his trapped foot but Zulu is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Rodriquez is thwarting Zulu's attempts to control the position.#T8#
Rodriquez sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Zulu is looking to improve his position.
Zulu is trying to control but can't.
#T9#
Zulu is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Rodriquez jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (0) vs (8) Rodriquez
Zulu manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Rodriquez content to control rather than advance.
Zulu is looking for a sweep. Rodriquez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Rodriquez tries to pass to full mount but Zulu defends it.
Zulu is trying is best to control the position here. #T10#
Rodriquez content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Zulu wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
Rodriquez seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T11#
Zulu is refusing to be controlled, as Rodriquez sits in half guard.
Rodriquez performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Rodriquez wants to control but Zulu is keeping him busy. #T12#
Rodriquez is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Rodriquez with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Rodriquez wants to take a breather but Zulu is having none of it.
Rodriquez looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Zulu slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Zulu tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T13#
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rodriquez is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Rodriquez trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom.
Zulu looking for a sweep. Not yet Zulu, not yet.
Zulu pulls Rodriquez in close to his closed guard and prevents Rodriquez from doing any damage or advancing position.
Zulu wants to sweep but no luck. #T14#
Zulu pulls Rodriquez in close to prevent any damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Zulu continues to stall.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez wins on points by 8 to 0. Nick Rodriquez retains his heavyweight title!
Our winner, Nick Rodriquez, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
CWC 345
Date: Mar 19, 2023 |
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 49 wins and 16 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 4 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Edson Gomes and Emerson Jorge.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Rodriquez closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Hozdic's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (0) vs (2) Rodriquez
Hozdic keeping full guard, as Rodriquez tries to pass.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic'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.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rodriquez stopping the sweep attempt from Hozdic.
Rodriquez slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Rodriquez works a leg free and moves into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
Hozdic trying to control but Rodriquez postures up.
#T1#
Well, if Rodriquez 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.
Hozdic wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Well, if Rodriquez 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.
Rodriquez trying to control the action but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T2#
Hozdic keeps control of the position for the meantime.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodriquez is looking to pass Hozdic's guard but actually Hozdic recovers to full guard.
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Hozdic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodriquez controlling from the top position. #T3#
Hozdic has control of Rodriquez's left arm, preventing Rodriquez from doing any damage.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully.
Rodriquez sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Hozdic's guard.
Rodriquez wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hozdic keeps working.
Hozdic is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
Rodriquez trying to mount his opponent but Hozdic defends it.
Rodriquez is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Hozdic reverses the position - he's now on top in Rodriquez's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (2) Rodriquez
Hozdic content to stall in guard here.
Rodriquez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodriquez, not yet.
Hozdic looking to pass the guard.
Hozdic is fighting to break Rodriquez's control of his arms but Rodriquez is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T5#
Rodriquez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodriquez, not yet.
Rodriquez is still trying to improve position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rodriquez is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (4) Rodriquez
Hozdic wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Rodriquez tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard. #T6#
Rodriquez sitting in guard here, content to control.
Rodriquez passes Hozdic's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Hozdic wants to get back to full guard but Rodriquez has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (2) vs (7) Rodriquez
Hozdic is looking for a sweep.
Rodriquez working away.
Rodriquez tries to advance to mount but Hozdic denies him.
Hozdic wants to control but Rodriquez postures up.#T7##SUB2#
Rodriquez is trying to get an arm triangle but Hozdic is defending well.
Hozdic stops Rodriquez from passing to mount.
Rodriquez has knee on belly momentarily but Hozdic bucks him off and regains half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T8#
Rodriquez moves into full mount! Hozdic won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (2) vs (10) Rodriquez
Hozdic tries to control Rodriquez's body but Rodriquez pushes him off. Hozdic squirms to his side and now Rodriquez has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (2) vs (13) Rodriquez
Hozdic looking very determined here, making life difficult for Rodriquez.
Hozdic rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Still in half guard, Rodriquez seems content to control.
Rodriquez is looking to take a break and control but Hozdic is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T9#
Hozdic tries to roll over but Rodriquez keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Rodriquez seems to be working for a kimura but Hozdic defends the submission attempt.
Rodriquez trying to control the pace.
Rodriquez wants to control but Hozdic is keeping him busy. #T10#
Hozdic won't allow Rodriquez to pass to mount.
My spies in KFA inform me that Rodriquez has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Rodriquez keeps trying to improve his position.
Rodriquez with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Hozdic tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg. #T11#
Hozdic works his way to full guard. Good work.
Rodriquez controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Hozdic keeping full guard, as Rodriquez tries to pass.
Hozdic keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodriquez's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Rodriquez slips nicely into half guard.#T12#
Hozdic tries to roll over but Rodriquez keeps him under control.
Rodriquez trying to control the action but Hozdic is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Hozdic is defending well.
Rodriquez is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Hozdic! Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (2) vs (16) Rodriquez
Rodriquez takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (2) vs (19) Rodriquez#SUB2#
Rodriquez is persistently looking for the submission but Hozdic is defending it well.
#T13#
Hozdic wants to escape the position.
Hozdic trying to control but not successfully.
Rodriquez trying to control.#SUB2#
Hozdic has hold of Rodriquez's leg, trying to break free but it's let Rodriquez lock up a rear naked choke! This could be big trouble! Hozdic is turning an unusual color here… he's out! Rodriquez throws him to one side and jumps onto the cage to celebrate with his fans.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Nick Rodriquez!
Nick Rodriquez is the new heavyweight champion!
Nick Rodriquez seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Dragan Hozdic was interviewed post fight and said 'To be the man, you gotta beat the man.'. |
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Event:
CWC 341
Date: Mar 12, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 4 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 39 wins and 27 losses; Tsuyoi Kakuto!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Percy O'Donnell and Frank Antenori.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Nice takedown defense from Kakuto. No joy for Rodriquez on that attempt.
Kakuto misses with a takedown attempt - Rodriquez sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Rodriquez has a takedown stuffed.#TD2#
Kakuto decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (2) Kakuto
Rodriquez wants to improve his position but Kakuto is controlling well.
Rodriquez regains full guard. Nicely done.
Kakuto wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez is adopting a defensive guard.
Rodriquez working a defensive guard here.
#T1#
Rodriquez 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: Rodriquez (2) vs (2) Kakuto
Rodriquez is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Kakuto is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.
Rodriquez trying to control the pace. #T2#
Rodriquez wants to pass to mount but Kakuto is defending the position.
Rodriquez is keen to just control but Kakuto is a slippery customer.
Kakuto is pressing down on Rodriquez's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Kakuto 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.
Rodriquez advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (2) Kakuto
Kakuto is trying to work for a sweep but Rodriquez has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (7) vs (2) Kakuto
Rodriquez with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Kakuto tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Rodriquez sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T3#
Kakuto regains half guard.
Kakuto wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
Rodriquez keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Rodriquez wants to free his trapped foot but Kakuto is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Rodriquez content to control rather than advance.
Rodriquez tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kakuto knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Kakuto has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Kakuto regains full guard. Nicely done.
Kakuto looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Rodriquez trying to control but Kakuto is working from the bottom. #T4#
Rodriquez content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Kakuto is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Rodriquez defends well.#SUB2#
Kakuto looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Kakuto 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.
Rodriquez slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Rodriquez won't allow Kakuto to sweep him here.
Rodriquez engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB2#
Kakuto is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Rodriquez defends well.#T5#
Rodriquez tries to free his leg and advance position but Kakuto is retaining full guard.
Rodriquez controls from within his opponent's guard.
Kakuto looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rodriquez is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Kakuto is looking for a triangle here but Rodriquez uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (10) vs (2) Kakuto
Kakuto tries to buck Rodriquez off but Rodriquez is having none of it.
Kakuto is not content to let Rodriquez control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kakuto is trying to work for a sweep but Rodriquez has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (12) vs (2) Kakuto#T6#
Kakuto has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (15) vs (2) Kakuto
Kakuto manages to reverse the position and now he's in Rodriquez's guard. Nice work there by Kakuto.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (15) vs (4) Kakuto
Rodriquez wants to hit a sweep here but Kakuto passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Rodriquez there! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (15) vs (7) Kakuto
Rodriquez is trying to escape the mount.
Rodriquez is working hard here to advance position.#T7#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodriquez tries to lock up and control but Kakuto gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Kakuto sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #SUB2#
Kakuto jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Rodriquez manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Rodriquez manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (17) vs (7) Kakuto#T8#
Rodriquez is looking to take a break and control but Kakuto is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kakuto is pressing down on Rodriquez's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Kakuto is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Rodriquez is aware though and is defending well.
Rodriquez sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Kakuto manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Rodriquez manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (17) vs (9) Kakuto
Rodriquez 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.
Rodriquez is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T9#
Rodriquez is adopting a defensive guard.
Kakuto tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodriquez is retaining full guard.
Kakuto controls from within his opponent's guard. #T10#
Rodriquez looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kakuto is one step ahead there.
Rodriquez working a defensive guard here.
Rodriquez wants to improve his position but instead Kakuto has moved into half guard.
Rodriquez controlling the position well. #T11#
Rodriquez manages to get to full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rodriquez is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (19) vs (9) Kakuto
Rodriquez is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Kakuto looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Rodriquez is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Rodriquez works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T12#
Rodriquez performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Rodriquez passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (22) vs (9) Kakuto
Rodriquez tries to advance to mount but Kakuto denies him.
Kakuto tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Rodriquez in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Kakuto tries to buck Rodriquez off but Rodriquez is having none of it.
Rodriquez happy to just control the position for now.
Kakuto is looking for a sweep.#T13#
Rodriquez advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (24) vs (9) Kakuto
Kakuto regains half guard.
Kakuto is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kakuto slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Kakuto 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.
Rodriquez passes Kakuto's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Kakuto wants to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Kakuto tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Kakuto looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T14#
Kakuto tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg.
Rodriquez is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Kakuto slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Rodriquez is stalling in the full guard.
Kakuto looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rodriquez is one step ahead there.
Rodriquez controls from within his opponent's guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 24 to 9.
During a confident post fight interview, Nick Rodriquez thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Tsuyoi Kakuto was interviewed post fight and said 'KyÅ wa watashi ga katenaito kami wa watashi ni itta (God Told Me I cannot Win today) '. |
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Event:
CWC 336
Date: Mar 05, 2023 |
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 38 wins and 30 losses; Leandro Lo! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 4 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Daniel Cesar and Matheus Silva.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Rodriquez shoots in and bounces Lo off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lo (0) vs (2) Rodriquez
My spies in KFA inform me that Rodriquez has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Rodriquez controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lo is keeping the position for now.
Lo wants to improve his position but instead Rodriquez has moved into half guard.
Lo is trying to maintain the position but Rodriquez is very close to passing his half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez trying to control the action but Lo is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez tries to pass to full mount but Lo defends it. #T1#
Rodriquez uses his free foot to push down on Lo's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Lo. Score +3 for passing guard: Lo (0) vs (5) Rodriquez
Rodriquez wants to take his opponent's back but Lo doesn't allow it.
Rodriquez looking to control but Lo is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
We've been hearing good reports from Lo'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.
Lo tries to lock up and control but Rodriquez gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Rodriquez controlling from mount. #T2#
Lo is squirming around, avoiding Rodriquez's attempts to control the action.
Rodriquez avoids the attempt from Lo to control.
Rodriquez wants to control the pace but Lo is squirming around nicely.
Rodriquez fails to move to back control.
Lo holds on to Rodriquez as tight as he can, avoiding damage.#SUB2#
Rodriquez moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Lo has worked his arm free - good work by Lo!
#T3#
Lo wants to control but Rodriquez postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lo tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Rodriquez wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Rodriquez is looking to take a break and control but Lo is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Rodriquez passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Lo! Score +2 for reaching mount: Lo (0) vs (7) Rodriquez
Rodriquez looking to control and managing it successfully. #T4#
Rodriquez is trying to take his opponent's back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Rodriquez is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Lo has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Lo! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lo (2) vs (7) Rodriquez
Rodriquez manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Lo manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lo (2) vs (9) Rodriquez
Lo controlling Rodriquez's posture.
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lo is keeping the position for now. #T5#
Rodriquez slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Rodriquez trying to control but Lo is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez trying to move into half guard but instead Lo has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lo (4) vs (9) Rodriquez
Lo controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Rodriquez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodriquez, not yet.
Lo tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodriquez is retaining full guard. #T6#
Lo trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodriquez 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: Lo (4) vs (11) Rodriquez
The fighters are battling for position here. Lo manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Lo is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rodriquez is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Rodriquez stands and throws Lo's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Lo (4) vs (14) Rodriquez#T7#
Lo is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Lo is not content to let Rodriquez control the position.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Rodriquez trying to control the position but Lo is working away.
You can see the frustration on Lo's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T8#
Rodriquez trying to control the action but Lo is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Lo manages to get back to half guard.
Lo manages to get to full guard.
#T9#
Lo is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Rodriquez tries to free his leg and advance position but Lo is retaining full guard.
Lo has Rodriquez pulled in close to control his posture.
Rodriquez looking to pass the guard.
Rodriquez trying to control but Lo is working from the bottom. #T10#
Rodriquez slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Rodriquez pushing down on Lo's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Lo is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Rodriquez is pressing down on Lo's thigh, looking to free his foot. Lo is holding on for now.
Rodriquez trying to control the pace.
Lo is looking to control Rodriquez's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Lo avoid being mounted?#T11#
Rodriquez takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Rodriquez's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Lo is trying to maintain the position but Rodriquez is very close to passing his half guard.
Rodriquez is keen to just control but Lo is a slippery customer.
Rodriquez is looking to advance position but Lo won't allow it. #T12#
Lo is looking to improve his position.
Rodriquez is looking to advance position but Lo won't allow it. #SUB2#
Rodriquez is working for a kimura but Lo is defending it quite comfortably.
Lo tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg. #T13#
Rodriquez trying to control the action but Lo is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Rodriquez wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lo keeps working.
Rodriquez is looking to advance position but Lo won't allow it.
Lo controlling the position for now.#T14#
Lo wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
Rodriquez takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Lo wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
Rodriquez is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Lo (4) vs (17) Rodriquez
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez looking to control but Lo is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Rodriquez wants to control but Lo has made it back to half guard. Nice work.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez wins on points by 17 to 4.
After winning the bout, Nick Rodriquez thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
WPGC 10.5
Date: Feb 26, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 11 losses; Long Wang! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 4 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Felipe Paraventi and Paulo Santos.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD2#
Rodriquez jumps guard and drags Wang to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Rodriquez has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Rodriquez controls Wang momentarily but Wang frees himself.
Wang trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez has his hands on Wang's head, controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez controls Wang momentarily but Wang frees himself.
Rodriquez seems keen to control Wang's posture.
Wang has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#T1#
Wang won't allow Rodriquez to sweep him here.
Wang pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriquez is keeping the position for now.
Wang wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Rodriquez controlling the position.
Wang looking to pass the guard.
Wang is working hard here to advance position.#T2#
Rodriquez has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Wang has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Wang (3) vs (0) Rodriquez
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
You can see the frustration on Rodriquez's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Wang is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Rodriquez's shoulder. That is not cool.
Rodriquez is looking for a sweep.
Rodriquez is not content to let Wang control the position. #SUB#
Wang working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Wang moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Wang (5) vs (0) Rodriquez#T3#
Wang trying to control but Rodriquez is having none of it.
Wang controlling his opponent.
Wang has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Rodriquez is squirming around, avoiding Wang's attempts to control the action. #T4#
Rodriquez tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Rodriquez manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Rodriquez is trying to control but can't.
Wang wants to take a breather but Rodriquez is having none of it.
Rodriquez works his way to full guard. Good work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T5#
Rodriquez is pulling down on Wang's head. It's preventing any offense from Wang, at least for the moment.
Wang sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Rodriquez's guard.
Wang is trying to control. Rodriquez wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Rodriquez has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Wang is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Wang is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Rodriquez is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Wang's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Wang's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Wang (5) vs (4) Rodriquez#T6#
Rodriquez is not going to allow Wang to sit and survive in this position. #SUB2#
Rodriquez working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Wang rolls, trying to escape but Rodriquez keeps control of the position.
#SUB2#
Rodriquez looking to finish the fight with a rear naked choke. Wang is controlling Rodriquez 's left arm and he spins nicely into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wang (7) vs (4) Rodriquez
Wang is looking to pass into half guard but Rodriquez pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Rodriquez is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wang (7) vs (6) Rodriquez#T7#
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rodriquez is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Rodriquez sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Wang's guard.
Wang is refusing to be controlled, as Rodriquez sits in half guard.
Rodriquez trying to mount his opponent but Wang defends it.
Rodriquez working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Wang's thigh. Wang counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Rodriquez passes Wang's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T8#
Rodriquez content to control rather than advance.
It looks like Rodriquez 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.
Wang is looking for a sweep. Rodriquez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T9##SUB2#
Rodriquez is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Rodriquez is pressing down on Wang's thigh, looking to free his foot. Wang is holding on for now.
Rodriquez wants to control but Wang is keeping him busy. #T10#
Rodriquez controlling the action here.
Wang wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy.
Rodriquez wants to control but Wang is keeping him busy.
Wang is looking to control Rodriquez's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Wang avoid being mounted?
Rodriquez is looking to stall here but Wang recovers full guard. #T11#
Wang keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully.
Rodriquez advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Wang (7) vs (9) Rodriquez
Rodriquez is trying to move to mount but Wang reverses beautifully and ends up in Rodriquez's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wang (9) vs (9) Rodriquez
Wang stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rodriquez swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T12#
Rodriquez can't keep his opponent in guard - Wang advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Rodriquez is trying to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez moves into full guard.
Rodriquez wants to control but Wang passes easily into half guard.
Wang looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T13#
Rodriquez manages to get to full guard.
Rodriquez looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Rodriquez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Wang looking to sit in guard and control but Rodriquez gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wang (9) vs (11) Rodriquez
Rodriquez slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Rodriquez tries to free his leg and advance position but Wang is retaining full guard. #T14#
Wang is trying to control the position but Rodriquez postures up. #SUB2#
Rodriquez drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Wang manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Rodriquez has Wang in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wang (11) vs (11) Rodriquez
Wang is pushing down on Rodriquez's leg trying to pass to half guard. Rodriquez is fighting to maintain full guard but Wang has managed to sneak the leg through.
Rodriquez is trying to get back to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wang trying to control from half guard but Rodriquez is working away.
Wang stalling.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Rodriquez gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Rodriquez wins on points by 12 to 11.
Nick Rodriquez seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Long Wang spoke after the fight, saying 'No worries. Everyone here knows my opponent has a bad habit of testing positive for PEDs, so I'm sure this fight will soon be ruled a 'No Contest' by the Athletic Commission.'. |
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Event:
WPGC 9.5
Date: Feb 19, 2023 |
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 23 wins and 20 losses; Marc Read! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 4 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Daniel Cesar and Felipe Paraventi.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD2#
Rodriquez pulls guard effortlessly.
Rodriquez looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We've been hearing good reports from Read'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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodriquez managing to control the position.
Rodriquez wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Read is now in half guard.
Read seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Rodriquez does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Read is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Rodriquez defends it well.
Rodriquez makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Rodriquez.#T1#
Read preventing the sweep.
Rodriquez pulls Read in close to prevent any damage.
Read postures up.
Rodriquez managing to control the position.
Read stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rodriquez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rodriquez tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Read from controlling successfully. #T2#
Rodriquez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodriquez, not yet.
Read is looking to pass into half guard but Rodriquez pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Rodriquez is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Read (0) vs (2) Rodriquez
Rodriquez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Read swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Read is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Read is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Read keeping full guard, as Rodriquez tries to pass.
Read has Rodriquez pulled in close to control his posture. #T3#
Read bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Rodriquez's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Read (2) vs (2) Rodriquez
Rodriquez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodriquez, not yet.
Rodriquez controlling Read's posture.
Read trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez wants to sweep here but Read controlling him for the moment. #T4#
Read pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriquez is keeping the position for now.
Read is looking to pass into half guard but Rodriquez pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Rodriquez is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Read (2) vs (4) Rodriquez
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Read is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Read has his foot on Rodriquez's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Rodriquez works his way back into a safe position though.
Read might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Read wants to sweep but no luck.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rodriquez controls from within his opponent's guard.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Read keeps moving. #T5#
Read wants to sweep here but Rodriquez controlling him for the moment.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Read is keeping the position.
Rodriquez is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T6#
Rodriquez looking to pass the guard.
Rodriquez trying to control but Read is working from the bottom.
My spies in KFA inform me that Rodriquez has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB#
Read had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Rodriquez defends it easily.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Read is keeping the position.#T7#
Rodriquez postures up.
Rodriquez controls from within his opponent's guard.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Read keeps moving.
Rodriquez controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Read is trying to keep Rodriquez in close.
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Read is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodriquez content to stall in guard here. #T8#
Rodriquez trying to control but Read is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Read is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Read is looking for a triangle here but Rodriquez uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Read (2) vs (7) Rodriquez
Read is trying to control Rodriquez's posture but Rodriquez avoids it. #T9#
Read tries to improve position but can't.
Read is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Rodriquez off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Read (6) vs (7) Rodriquez
Rodriquez wants to escape the position.
#SUB#
Read has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB#
Read is looking for a choke. Rodriquez gets to his feet with his opponent on his back and slams him to the mat. Rodriquez manages to squirm out of the attempted choke and turns into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Read (6) vs (9) Rodriquez
Read can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Rodriquez controls the pace.#T10##SUB#
Read escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rodriquez gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Rodriquez stands and throws Read's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Read (6) vs (12) Rodriquez
Rodriquez trying to control the position but Read is working away.
Rodriquez has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Read! Score +2 for reaching mount: Read (6) vs (14) Rodriquez#T11#
Rodriquez controlling from mount. #SUB2#
Rodriquez is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Read to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Read shrugs it off.
Rodriquez sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Rodriquez prevents Read from getting the reversal.
Rodriquez controlling from the full mount.
Read is looking to get to half guard.#T12#
Rodriquez wants to take his opponent's back but Read doesn't allow it.
Rodriquez trying to control but Read is having none of it.
Read wants to control but Rodriquez is having none of it.#T13#
Read working to try and regain half guard.
Rodriquez trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Read is working to get back to half guard.
Read regains half guard.
Rodriquez controlling the action here. #T14##SUB2#
Rodriquez is trying to work for a kimura but Read is defending well.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but Read defending well.
Read is looking to control Rodriquez's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Read avoid being mounted?
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez tries to pass the half guard into mount. Read knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez wins on points by 14 to 6.
Nick Rodriquez thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
WPGC 8
Date: Feb 12, 2023 |
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 5 wins and 4 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 37 losses; Pavel Savkov!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Alexandre Firmino and Emerson Jorge.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Horrible takedown attempt by Rodriquez or perhaps it was just good defense by Savkov, which made it look bad. #TD#
Rodriquez looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Savkov! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (0) Savkov
Savkov tries to bench press Rodriquez off him but Rodriquez keeps the position.
Rodriquez 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.
Savkov wants to control but Rodriquez postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #T1#
Savkov prevents Rodriquez from improving position. #SUB#
Rodriquez goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Savkov rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Rodriquez's guard! Nice work there by Savkov! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (2) Savkov
Rodriquez is pulling down on Savkov's head. It's preventing any offense from Savkov, at least for the moment.#T2#
Rodriquez looking to hit a scissor sweep but Savkov is one step ahead there.
Savkov wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Rodriquez controlling the position.
Rodriquez lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (6) vs (2) Savkov#SUB2#
Savkov has his foot on Rodriquez's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Rodriquez works his way back into a safe position though.#T3#
Rodriquez is stalling in the full guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Savkov keeps moving.
Rodriquez showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Rodriquez trying to control but Savkov is working from the bottom.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB2#
Savkov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rodriquez gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T4#
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Savkov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Savkov is trying to control the position but Rodriquez postures up.
Rodriquez trying to control but Savkov is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Savkov working for a triangle but Rodriquez defends it easily.
#T5#
Rodriquez is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Rodriquez is pushing down on Savkov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Savkov is fighting to maintain full guard but Rodriquez has managed to sneak the leg through.
Rodriquez trying to control the action but Savkov is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez is pressing down on Savkov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Savkov is holding on for now.
Rodriquez is working hard here to advance position.#T6#
Savkov wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy.
Rodriquez is keen to just control but Savkov is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Savkov actively working from the bottom here.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Rodriquez in particular looking to stall.
Savkov trying to control here.
#T7#
Rodriquez wants to control but Savkov is keeping him busy.
Rodriquez tries to pass to full mount but Savkov defends it.
Rodriquez moves into full mount! Savkov won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (9) vs (2) Savkov
Rodriquez controlling from mount.
Savkov regains half guard.#T8#
Rodriquez is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Savkov! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (12) vs (2) Savkov
Savkov can't escape the position.
Rodriquez trying to control but Savkov is having none of it.
Rodriquez fails to take his opponent's back.
Rodriquez prevents Savkov from getting the reversal.
Rodriquez fails to take his opponent's back. #T9#
Savkov is looking to improve his position but Rodriquez isn't that keen on the idea.
Rodriquez controlling from mount. #SUB#
Rodriquez is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Savkov has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Rodriquez can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Savkov is looking to escape. #T10#
Rodriquez controlling from the full mount.
Savkov is desperately trying to improve his position but Rodriquez has a good base and remains in mount.
Rodriquez wants to control the pace but Savkov is squirming around nicely. #SUB#
Rodriquez goes for an armbar but Savkov turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Savkov. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (12) vs (4) Savkov
Rodriquez 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.#T11#
Rodriquez looking to control.
Rodriquez will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Rodriquez is really struggling to control Savkov but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Rodriquez 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.
Rodriquez trying to control the position.
Rodriquez lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (14) vs (4) Savkov#T12#
Rodriquez pushes down on Savkov's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Rodriquez looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Savkov wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
Rodriquez looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Savkov is defending well.
Rodriquez slows the pace down in half guard. #T13#
Rodriquez is pressing down on Savkov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Savkov is holding on for now.
Rodriquez trying to control from Savkov's half guard. Savkov has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Savkov is keeping the position for now.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Savkov keeps moving.
Rodriquez passes Savkov's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T14##SUB2#
Savkov actively working from the bottom here.
Rodriquez with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Rodriquez tries to pass to full mount but Savkov defends it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez controlling the action here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 14 to 4.
After winning the bout, Nick Rodriquez thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
WPGC 7
Date: Feb 05, 2023 |
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 8 wins and 11 losses; Disco Kid! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 4 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Frank Antenori and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Kid displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Rodriquez.
Rodriquez shoots in for a double leg but Kid sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Rodriquez tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kid sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Rodriquez somewhat.
Disco Kid has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nick Rodriquez.#CL#
Kid forces Rodriquez back against the ropes and clinches.
Kid has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Rodriquez avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#TD2#
Rodriquez pulls guard successfully.
We've been hearing good reports from Kid'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.
Rodriquez looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Kid puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Kid is keen to just control but Rodriquez is a slippery customer.
Rodriquez moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Rodriquez looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Kid trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
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.#T1#
Kid preventing the sweep.
Kid wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Rodriquez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodriquez, not yet. #SUB2#
Rodriquez throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Rodriquez manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kid manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kid (0) vs (2) Rodriquez
Rodriquez controlling from the top position.
Rodriquez passes into half guard. #T2#
Kid is refusing to be controlled, as Rodriquez sits in half guard.
Rodriquez tries to pass to full mount but Kid defends it.
Rodriquez is looking to take a break and control but Kid is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kid trying to control from the bottom.
Kid is controlling Rodriquez's trapped leg to prevent Rodriquez from advancing to side control.#T3#
Rodriquez seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kid does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Rodriquez looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Kid is not content to let Rodriquez control the position.
Kid trying to hold on to Rodriquez's head to control him but Rodriquez postures up.
Rodriquez looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Kid is staying active underneath Rodriquez, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T4#
Kid is trying to control but can't.
Kid tries to roll over but Rodriquez keeps him under control.
Rodriquez wants to free his trapped foot but Kid is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Kid trying to control here.
Kid won't allow Rodriquez to pass to mount.
My spies in KFA inform me that Rodriquez has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Rodriquez wants to control but Kid is keeping him busy. #T5#
Rodriquez takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Kid is trying to maintain the position but Rodriquez is very close to passing his half guard.
Kid regains full guard. Nicely done.
Rodriquez stands and throws Kid's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Kid (0) vs (5) Rodriquez
Rodriquez in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Kid stops Rodriquez from passing to mount.
Kid gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T6#
Kid trying to control from the bottom.
Rodriquez with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Rodriquez is looking to take a break and control but Kid is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kid trying to control here.
Rodriquez is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Kid trying to hold on to Rodriquez's head to control him but Rodriquez postures up.
#T7#
Rodriquez takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Kid is looking for a sweep. Rodriquez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Rodriquez works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Kid (0) vs (8) Rodriquez
Kid tries to lock up and control but Rodriquez gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Rodriquez wants to take Kid's back here but Kid is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Rodriquez looking to control but Kid is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Rodriquez controlling the pace for now. #T8#
Kid tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kid might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Rodriquez trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Kid is wriggling around trying to escape.
Rodriquez sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Rodriquez looking to control but Kid is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T9#
Kid tries to hold on but Rodriquez pushes him away.
Kid tries to reverse the position but Rodriquez maintains control.
Rodriquez controlling from mount.
Rodriquez trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Kid bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kid (2) vs (8) Rodriquez
Rodriquez 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.#T10#
Rodriquez lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kid (2) vs (10) Rodriquez
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kid is keeping the position for now.
Rodriquez stopping the sweep attempt from Kid.#T11#
Rodriquez trying to control but Kid is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Kid is looking for a triangle but Rodriquez pushes his legs off easily.
Rodriquez forces his way into half guard.
Kid is refusing to be controlled, as Rodriquez sits in half guard.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Kid is defending well.
Rodriquez is trying to control the action in half guard but Kid is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez wants to pass to mount but Kid is defending the position. #T12#
Rodriquez trying to control the action but Kid is working from the bottom.
The fighters are battling for position here. Kid manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Kid trying to keep a closed guard but Rodriquez is proving a slippery customer.
Rodriquez looking to pass the guard.
Rodriquez trying to control but Kid is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T13#
Kid controls Rodriquez momentarily but Rodriquez frees himself.
Rodriquez is pushing down on Kid's leg trying to pass to half guard. Kid is fighting to maintain full guard but Rodriquez has managed to sneak the leg through.
Rodriquez is trying to control. Kid wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Kid regains full guard. Nicely done.
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kid is keeping the position for now.
Kid working a defensive guard here.
Rodriquez controlling from the top position.
Kid trying to keep a closed guard but Rodriquez is proving a slippery customer.
#T14#
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Kid keeps moving.
Rodriquez sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Kid working a defensive guard here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kid keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez wins on points by 10 to 2.
A very excited looking Nick Rodriquez made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
WPGC 6.5
Date: Jan 29, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 33 losses; Roman Boesku! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Daniel Cesar and Paulo Santos.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Rodriquez gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boesku (2) vs (0) Rodriquez
Boesku trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Rodriquez is still trying to improve position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boesku slips nicely into half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Rodriquez is trying to maintain the position but Boesku is very close to passing his 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.#T1#
Boesku frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Boesku (5) vs (0) Rodriquez
Boesku wants to control the pace but Rodriquez is squirming around nicely.
Rodriquez is wriggling around trying to escape.
Boesku looking to control and managing it successfully.
Rodriquez keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Boesku tries to control but Rodriquez wriggling away.
Boesku tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Rodriquez tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T2#
Boesku content just to control the position here.
Rodriquez is trying to escape the mount.
Boesku wants to control the pace but Rodriquez is squirming around nicely.
Rodriquez is wriggling around trying to escape.
Rodriquez wants to control but Boesku is having none of it.
Boesku looking to control and managing it successfully.
Rodriquez is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T3#
Boesku can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Rodriquez is looking to escape.
Rodriquez is working to get back to half guard.
Boesku trying to control but Rodriquez is having none of it.
Rodriquez can't escape the position.
#T4#
Boesku tries to control but Rodriquez wriggling away.
We've been hearing good reports from Boesku'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.
Boesku is really struggling to control Rodriquez but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Rodriquez is trying desperately to improve position.#T5#
Boesku can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Rodriquez is looking to escape.
Rodriquez is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Rodriquez can't escape the position.
Boesku wants to control the pace but Rodriquez is squirming around nicely.
Rodriquez is working to get back to half guard.
#T6#
Boesku avoids the attempt from Rodriquez to control.
Rodriquez really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T7#
Boesku tries to control but Rodriquez wriggling away.
Rodriquez is working to get back to half guard.
Boesku tries to control but Rodriquez wriggling away.
Rodriquez gets back to half guard.
Boesku prevents Rodriquez from improving his position.
Rodriquez wants to control but Boesku is keeping busy.
Rodriquez is looking for a sweep. Boesku is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T8#
Rodriquez is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Boesku in particular looking to stall.
Boesku prevents Rodriquez from improving his position.
Boesku is thwarting Rodriquez's attempts to control the position.
Boesku is looking to take a break and control but Rodriquez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T9##SUB#
Boesku is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Rodriquez is trying to maintain the position but Boesku is very close to passing his half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Rodriquez tries to get to full guard but Boesku has control of the leg. #T10#
Boesku wants to pass to mount but Rodriquez is defending the position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Boesku in particular looking to stall.
Rodriquez moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Rodriquez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Boesku pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriquez is keeping the position for now.
Boesku 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.
Boesku might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Boesku postures up.
#T11#
Rodriquez tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Boesku wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is keeping the position.
Rodriquez has his hands on Boesku's head, controlling the position.
Rodriquez is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Rodriquez tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving. #T12#
Boesku postures up.
Rodriquez tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Boesku wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Rodriquez wants to sweep here but Boesku controlling him for the moment.
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
Boesku looking to pass the guard. #T13#
Rodriquez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodriquez, not yet.
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Boesku from controlling successfully.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Rodriquez holds on and takes a little breather.
Rodriquez trying to keep a closed guard but Boesku is proving a slippery customer.
Boesku stopping the sweep attempt from Rodriquez.
Boesku trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T14#
Rodriquez looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Boesku tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodriquez is retaining full guard.
Boesku trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodriquez is trying to keep Boesku in close.
Rodriquez wants to sweep here but Boesku controlling him for the moment.
Boesku is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Boesku wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is keeping the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Boesku is working hard here to advance position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Boesku takes the fight on points by 5 to 0.
A victorious Roman Boesku thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
WPGC 5
Date: Jan 22, 2023 |
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 3 wins and 3 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 18 losses; Marc Read!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, Robert Douchet and Ian Loll.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Rodriquez is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Read's half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Read
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.
Rodriquez not doing much here.
Rodriquez trying to control the action but Read is working from the bottom.
Read is looking to control Rodriquez's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Read avoid being mounted?
Read has his hands clasped together around Rodriquez's back. He's all about the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Read trying to control here.
Rodriquez wants to take a breather but Read is having none of it.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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#
Rodriquez controlling the action here.
Read is staying active underneath Rodriquez, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Rodriquez is pressing down on Read's thigh, looking to free his foot. Read is holding on for now.
Read wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
Read is refusing to be controlled, as Rodriquez sits in half guard. #SUB#
Rodriquez is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T2#
Rodriquez keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Read has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Rodriquez is working away from the top position though.
Read wants to get back to full guard.
Read is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T3#
Rodriquez is thwarting Read's attempts to control the position.
Read is trying to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Read is looking to improve his position.
Rodriquez is trying to control. Read wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T4#
Read wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
Rodriquez passes into side control, despite Read's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (0) Read
Rodriquez trying to control the position but Read is working away.
Read is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Read is trying to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez controlling the action here.#T5#
Read wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy.
Rodriquez looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Still in half guard, Rodriquez seems content to control.#SUB2#
Read looking for submissions off his back.
Rodriquez passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (8) vs (0) Read#T6#
Rodriquez controlling from the full mount.
Rodriquez trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Read has given up his back. Will we see Rodriquez going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (11) vs (0) Read
Rodriquez tries to get the hooks in deep but Read pushed the leg off. #T7#
Read trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #SUB#
Rodriquez has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Read staying busy and making it hard for Rodriquez to control.
You can see the frustration on Read's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Rodriquez has good solid back control here.
Rodriquez avoiding Read 's attempts to control his hands.
Read is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T8##SUB#
Read preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Rodriquez.
Read rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Rodriquez works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (14) vs (0) Read
Rodriquez controlling from the full mount.
Rodriquez pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Read working to try and regain half guard.
#T9#
Rodriquez can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Read is looking to escape.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Rodriquez content just to control the position here.
Rodriquez prevents Read from getting the reversal.
Rodriquez trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Rodriquez fails to advance to Read's back.
Read sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T10#
Read wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
Rodriquez slows the pace down in half guard.
Read wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Read is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rodriquez pulls his head out easily.
Rodriquez performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T11##SUB2#
Read is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rodriquez pulls his head out easily.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Read wants to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (17) vs (0) Read
Read is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Read sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T12#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Rodriquez in particular looking to stall.#SUB#
Rodriquez wants to work for an arm triangle but Read is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Read makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Read.
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Read is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Read looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Rodriquez has picked Read up and slammed him! Read can't keep hold of the triangle and Rodriquez manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (20) vs (0) Read#T13#
Rodriquez trying to control the action but Read is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Rodriquez tries for a kimura but Read is defending well.
Rodriquez trying to control the action but Read is working from the bottom.
Read is trying to get back to half guard.#T14#
Rodriquez trying to control the position but Read is working away.
Rodriquez has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (22) vs (0) Read
Read is trying desperately to improve position.
Read wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (25) vs (0) Read
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Read is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Rodriquez.
#SUB#
Rodriquez looking for the choke but no joy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 25 to 0.
Nick Rodriquez seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
WPGC 4.6
Date: Jan 15, 2023 |
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 2 wins and 3 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 22 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Felipe Paraventi and Matheus Silva.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Turturro gets caught flat footed, as Rodriquez shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is trying to control the position but Rodriquez postures up.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving. #SUB2#
Turturro is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Rodriquez 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.
Rodriquez 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.
Turturro looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rodriquez is one step ahead there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Turturro is keeping the position for now.
Rodriquez is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T1#
Rodriquez trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Turturro is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Rodriquez is aware though and is defending well.
Turturro working a defensive guard but Rodriquez passes into half guard.
Turturro won't allow Rodriquez to pass to mount.
Still in half guard, Rodriquez seems content to control.
Turturro trying to control but Rodriquez postures up.
#T2#
Turturro is refusing to be controlled, as Rodriquez sits in half guard.
Turturro is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Rodriquez's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Rodriquez's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (4) Turturro#SUB2#
Rodriquez is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Rodriquez trying to control but not successfully. #SUB2#
Turturro working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Turturro doesn't have the hooks in and Rodriquez manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (4) Turturro#T3#
Rodriquez is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Turturro is keeping the position.
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully.
Turturro seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T4#
Rodriquez pushes down on Turturro's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Well, if Rodriquez 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.
Turturro is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Rodriquez jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (7) vs (4) Turturro
Turturro is trying to escape the position but Rodriquez is controlling the position.
Turturro is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Rodriquez seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Turturro does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Rodriquez is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Turturro won't allow Rodriquez to pass to mount. #T5#
Rodriquez is trying to control the action in half guard but Turturro is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Turturro works his way to full guard. Good work.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving.
Turturro is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving. #SUB2#
Rodriquez avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving. #T6#
Rodriquez engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB2#
Turturro has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Rodriquez can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Rodriquez postures up.
Rodriquez is fighting to break Turturro's control of his arms but Turturro is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T7##SUB2#
Turturro has his foot on Rodriquez's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Rodriquez works his way back into a safe position though.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Turturro is keeping the position.
Rodriquez is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Rodriquez seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Turturro for as long as he can get away with.
Rodriquez looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Turturro throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Turturro looking for subs off his back but Rodriquez has passed one foot through into half guard.
#T8#
Turturro won't allow Rodriquez to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions off his back.
Turturro regains full guard. Nicely done.
Rodriquez is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T9#
Rodriquez is pushing down on Turturro's leg trying to pass to half guard. Turturro is fighting to maintain full guard but Rodriquez has managed to sneak the leg through.
Rodriquez sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Rodriquez is stalling here. Turturro is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Rodriquez seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Turturro has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Rodriquez (7) vs (8) Turturro
Rodriquez can't do much from the bottom here.
Rodriquez gets 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.#T10#
The fighters are battling for position here. Rodriquez manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Rodriquez controls Turturro momentarily but Turturro frees himself.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodriquez manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Turturro manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (9) vs (8) Turturro
Rodriquez tries to free his leg and advance position but Turturro is retaining full guard.
Turturro can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Rodriquez controls the pace.#T11##SUB2#
Turturro has his foot on Rodriquez's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Rodriquez works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Turturro is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Rodriquez looking to pass the guard.
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Turturro 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.
Rodriquez advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (12) vs (8) Turturro#T12#
A lull in the action here as Rodriquez stalls from top position.
Turturro prevents Rodriquez from improving position.
Rodriquez looking to control but instead Turturro has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Turturro is looking for a sweep. Rodriquez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Turturro won't allow Rodriquez to pass to mount.
Rodriquez content to control rather than advance.
Rodriquez is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Turturro! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (15) vs (8) Turturro#T13#
Turturro tries to hold on but Rodriquez postures up.
Rodriquez controlling from mount.
Turturro really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Rodriquez avoids the attempt from Turturro to control.
Rodriquez trying to control but Turturro is having none of it. #T14#
Turturro is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Turturro holds on to Rodriquez around his waist, trying desperately to prevent any attacks.
Rodriquez trying to control but Turturro is having none of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 15 to 8.
After the big win, Nick Rodriquez made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors PWNAGEâ„¢ and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. |
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Event:
WCF WNF 90: Woo vs Goncalves 3
Date: Jan 26, 2022 |
#R1#
Cortez throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Rodriquez. #SUB2#
Rodriquez is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Cortez has escaped the position, nice work there.
Rodriquez postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Rodriquez throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#SUB2#
Rodriquez working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Rodriquez working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cortez is looking for a sweep.
Rodriquez scores with punches from side control.
Rodriquez scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Cortez to see if he's OK.#T1#
Rodriquez is looking to take a break and control but Cortez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Cortez is trying to get back to half guard.
Rodriquez connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Cortez some visible discomfort.
Rodriquez landing a few strikes.
Rodriquez tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Cortez sneaks back into half guard.
My spies in Doc Dannis Death Squad inform me that Rodriquez has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Rodriquez has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
The fighters are battling for position here. Cortez manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Rodriquez looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Cortez bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Rodriquez's guard. #REVR#
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Cortez from controlling successfully.
Cortez is really struggling to control Rodriquez but he's trying to hold on to the position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Rodriquez wants to sweep here but Cortez controlling him for the moment.
Rodriquez manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Cortez manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Rodriquez content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodriquez postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Rodriquez trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Cortez keeps moving. #T3#
Rodriquez scoring with some ground and pound.
Rodriquez lands a couple of digs.
Rodriquez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cortez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rodriquez not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Cortez controls Rodriquez momentarily but Rodriquez frees himself.
Rodriquez is stalling in the full guard.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Cortez keeps moving.
Cortez bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Rodriquez's guard. #REVR#
Cortez has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T4##SUB2#
Rodriquez is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Cortez defends well.
Cortez being controlled here momentarily. #SUB2#
Cortez has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Rodriquez to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Cortez is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Rodriquez pulls down on the head and he's put Cortez to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Nick Rodriquez!
Nick Rodriquez gave a mention to PWNAGEâ„¢ in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
WCF WNF 83: White vs Benedetti
Date: Dec 08, 2021 |
#R1#
The fight stays on the outside here - Tyson looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Rodriquez looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tyson is looking to clinch but Rodriquez is avoiding it.
#TD2#
Rodriquez throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Tyson was covering up waiting for the punch and Rodriquez finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Tyson might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Rodriquez passes into half guard.
Well, if Rodriquez 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.
#SUB#
Tyson actively working from the bottom here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez is thwarting Tyson 's attempts to control the position.
Rodriquez seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T1#
Rodriquez is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Tyson is looking to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodriquez lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #CUT2#It looks like Chandler Tyson has been cut.
Nice strikes from Rodriquez there. #CUT2#Chandler Tyson 's cut is getting worse.
Rodriquez scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Tyson wants to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez controlling the action here.
My spies in Doc Dannis Death Squad inform me that Rodriquez has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T2#
Tyson is looking for a sweep. Rodriquez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Rodriquez is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Rodriquez has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Tyson is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Rodriquez scores with a couple of nice shots.#CUT2#Chandler Tyson 's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Rodriquez working over Tyson with some ground and pound. Tyson looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#CUT2#Jeez, Chandler Tyson 's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Chandler Tyson 's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Nick Rodriquez!
Nick Rodriquez really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that PWNAGEâ„¢ logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
WCF WNF 77: Escalante vs Baker
Date: Oct 27, 2021 |
#R1#
Rodriquez shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Barnes as he avoids it easily.
Barnes swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Barnes looks to score with a jab to the body but Rodriquez is just out of range.
Rodriquez looks like he wants to counter punch here.#KD#
Barnes drops Rodriquez with a beautiful combination! Rodriquez stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Barnes is looking for the KO!#CUT#It looks like Nick Rodriquez has been cut.
Barnes tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rodriquez was well out of range. Poor timing from Barnes.
Barnes looks to land a combination but Rodriquez avoids it well.
Barnes throws a half hearted mid kick.
Barnes tries a head kick but it misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rodriquez keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Rodriquez checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A little jabbing left from Rodriquez on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Rodriquez wants to clinch.#T1#
Barnes looks for the body kick but Rodriquez saw that one coming. #CL2#
Rodriquez rushes Barnes and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Barnes 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.#TD2#
Rodriquez wants the takedown. Barnes is fighting it off but Rodriquez persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Barnes's guard against the cage.
Rodriquez's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Barnes preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Rodriquez trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Rodriquez trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Rodriquez throwing strikes from guard but Barnes blocks nicely.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Barnes being controlled here, momentarily.
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Barnes is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Rodriquez sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Rodriquez forces his way into half guard.
Rodriquez not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Barnes knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Rodriquez on the ground.
Barnes avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Rodriquez.
Rodriquez missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Rodriquez not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Rodriquez is keen to just control but Barnes is a slippery customer.
Barnes is pressing down on Rodriquez's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T3#
Barnes keeping full guard, as Rodriquez tries to pass.
Rodriquez is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Rodriquez preventing the sweep.
Barnes keeping full guard, as Rodriquez tries to pass.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Barnes working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Rodriquez.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Barnes keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Rodriquez takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Rodriquez avoids a kick to the body.
Barnes fails to land with a series of punches.
Rodriquez tries to close the distance and clinch up but Barnes swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T4#
Barnes circles away from the clinch attempt.
#KD#
Barnes lands a big head kick that sends Rodriquez tumbling to the mat! Barnes takes a step backwards and waves Rodriquez back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#Rodriquez is rocked!
Barnes lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Rodriquez is still on wobbly legs! Can Barnes finish him?
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!
Barnes lands with a right and another and another! Rodriquez is in big trouble! Barnes lands again and this time it's lights out for Rodriquez! A quality knockout there for Barnes.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Matt Barnes!
Matt Barnes 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. |
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Event:
WCF WNF 70: Blazej vs Vanorden
Date: Sep 08, 2021 |
#R1#
Petrov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Rodriquez avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Rodriquez appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Petrov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Rodriquez circles away quickly and effectively.#CL#
Rodriquez closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Petrov prevents a body shot from Rodriquez.
Petrov prevents a body shot from Rodriquez.
I was talking to Rodriquez's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rodriquez.
Petrov wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Rodriquez stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Petrov looks winded!#TD#
Rodriquez gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Rodriquez perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Rodriquez takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Petrov on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Rodriquez moves nicely into side control.
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!
Rodriquez moves into full mount! #T1#
Rodriquez raining down shots from the mount!
Rodriquez controlling his opponent.
A nice elbow there by Rodriquez.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodriquez content just to control the position here.
Rodriquez connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Rodriquez lands a big shot there that rocks Petrov but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Rodriquez raining down hammerfists from mount.
Rodriquez controlling the pace for now.
Rodriquez with the ground and pound from mount. #ROC#Petrov is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rodriquez softens up his opponent with a couple of shots there and then CRACK! One massive shot lands there and Petrov is out cold! Rodriquez jumps to his feet and celebrates on the cage with the fans, who are, quite frankly, going absolutely mental!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nick Rodriquez!
Nick Rodriquez made sure to mention his sponsor, PWNAGE in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
WCF 85: Goncalves vs Anderson
Date: Aug 14, 2021 |
#R1#
Riker throws a jab but it's blocked by Rodriquez.
Riker pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rodriquez looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Riker is fending him off so far but Rodriquez persists. Nope, Riker circles away and we're back to standing.
Riker fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Riker just misses with a punch to the body.
Rodriquez dives in and grabs Riker's left leg, looking for a takedown. Riker pushes down on Rodriquez's head and hops out.
Riker takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Riker bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Rodriquez's head backwards.#CUT#It looks like Nick Rodriquez has been cut.
Riker misses with a shot to the body
and Rodriquez connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL2#
Rodriquez closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Rodriquez is trying to stall.
Rodriquez has a couple of punches blocked by Riker.
#BC#
Riker breaks the clinch.
A swing and a miss from Riker.
Riker scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
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!
Riker missing with a left hand there. Rodriquez was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Rodriquez looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1#
Nice sprawl there from Riker as Rodriquez shoots in.
William Riker has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nick Rodriquez.
Riker cracks Rodriquez with a right hand to the side of the head.
Good shot there by Riker.#ROC#Rodriquez is rocked!
Rodriquez uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Riker.
Rodriquez moves out of range as Riker strikes.
Rodriquez takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Rodriquez is still on wobbly legs! Can Riker finish him?
Riker closes the distance and lands a brutal uppercut that knocks Rodriquez out! We're looking at the replay now - he was out before he hit the floor!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). William Riker!
A very excited looking William Riker made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
WCF WNF 62:Goncalves vs Victor
Date: Jul 14, 2021 |
#R1##CL2#
Rodriquez gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Bennett misses with a body punch.
Bennett is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Rodriquez wants a takedown but no success here.
Rodriquez wants to take the fight to the mat but Bennett manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Robert Bennett has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nick Rodriquez.
A right handed body shot lands from Bennett.
Rodriquez tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Bennett smiles and moves away.
Bennett connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Rodriquez momentarily.
#CUT#It looks like Nick Rodriquez has been cut.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Rodriquez.
Bennett tries to clinch up.
Robert Bennett seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rodriquez swats away the attempt to clinch by Bennett.
It seemed like Rodriquez was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Bennett closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Rodriquez throws a knee to the head but misses.
#TD2#
Rodriquez has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Bennett regains guard immediately.
Rodriquez throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Rodriquez is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Rodriquez throwing strikes but missing.
We've been hearing good reports from Bennett'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.
Bennett being controlled here, momentarily.
Rodriquez stands and throws Bennett's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Rodriquez tries to move into full mount but can't pass Bennett's legs. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Rodriquez trying to control the action but Bennett is working from the bottom.
Bennett prevents Rodriquez from improving position.
Rodriquez is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Rodriquez throwing shots but missing, from side control. #SUB2#
Rodriquez has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Bennett is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Rodriquez yanks on the arm and Bennett is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Rodriquez.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Nick Rodriquez!
Nick Rodriquez really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that PWNAGE logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
WCF WNF55:Camorra v Anderson 3
Date: May 26, 2021 |
#R1#
MiG lands a really nice looking cross but Rodriquez seems unphased.
#CUT2#It looks like Nick Rodriquez has been cut.
Rodriquez looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
MiG rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Rodriquez moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
We've been informed that MiG has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Rodriquez misses with a takedown #CL2#
and MiG counters by clinching up.
Rodriquez looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Rodriquez has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by MiG after a bit of a struggle.
Rodriquez is looking to take this one to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nick Rodriquez. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Rodriquez jumps into guard, dragging MiG to the mat.
Rodriquez wants to sweep here but MiG controlling him for the moment.
MiG wants to get up but he can't break Rodriquez's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB#
Rodriquez has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but MiG can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez controls MiG momentarily but MiG frees himself. #T1##SUB#
Rodriquez looking for a guillotine here but MiG defends easily.
Rodriquez has his hands on MiG's head, controlling the position. #SUB#
Rodriquez is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and MiG defends well.#SUB#
Rodriquez working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. MiG doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. MiG manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rodriquez is on top in guard.
#REVR##T2#
Rodriquez throwing strikes from guard but MiG blocks nicely.
Rodriquez landing some decent shots from guard.
Rodriquez connects with a couple of short punches.
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but MiG is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Rodriquez postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
MiG really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Rodriquez. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Rodriquez is pushing down on MiG's leg trying to pass to half guard. MiG is fighting to maintain full guard but Rodriquez has managed to sneak the leg through.
Rodriquez is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #ROC#MiG is rocked!#T3#
Rodriquez is sitting in half guard. He's postured up and lands a nice elbow. Oh, MiG is hurt! He's hurt bad - Rodriquez fires away with more strikes and the referee jumps in to save MiG from any more punishment! Congratulations to Rodriquez! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nick Rodriquez!
An out of breath and clearly excited Nick Rodriquez thanked PWNAGE for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
In defeat, Sergei MiG stepped up to the mic, saying 'I'm sorry fans, congrats to Bubba. I worked really hard to bring home the win, but i'll be back stronger and better, and hopefully me and Bubba can run it back for 5 rounds.'. |
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Event:
CACC 191: Arias vs Ottke
Date: Apr 18, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 34 wins and 15 losses; Pablo Dominguez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Chris Downing and Robert Twigg.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Dominguez.
Nice sprawl there from Dominguez as Rodriquez shoots in.
Dominguez 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.#TD2#
Rodriquez shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Rodriquez was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Dominguez (0) vs (4) Rodriquez
Dominguez is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Rodriquez prevents Dominguez from improving his position.
Rodriquez is trying to control the action in half guard but Dominguez is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez prevents Dominguez from improving his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dominguez moves into full guard.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Dominguez is keeping the position.#T1#
Rodriquez content to stall in guard here.
Rodriquez won't allow Dominguez to sweep him here.
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dominguez is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Rodriquez drops back, looking for a kneebar! Dominguez looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Dominguez looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Dominguez! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Dominguez (4) vs (4) Rodriquez
Dominguez in the domination position with Rodriquez hanging on.
Dominguez has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Dominguez (6) vs (4) Rodriquez#T2#
Dominguez controlling his opponent.
Dominguez can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Rodriquez is looking to escape.
Rodriquez is trying to escape the mount.
Dominguez trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Rodriquez wants to control but Dominguez is having none of it.
Dominguez tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T3#
Dominguez prevents Rodriquez from getting the reversal.
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.
Dominguez can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Rodriquez is looking to escape.
Dominguez content just to control the position here.
Rodriquez has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#T4#
Rodriquez tries to lock up and control but Dominguez gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Rodriquez is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Rodriquez is squirming around, avoiding Dominguez's attempts to control the action.
Dominguez is really struggling to control Rodriquez but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Rodriquez is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Dominguez sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Dominguez prevents Rodriquez from getting the reversal.#T5#
Rodriquez is still trying to improve position.
Rodriquez is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Dominguez trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Rodriquez tries to reverse the position but Dominguez maintains control.
Dominguez controlling the pace for now.
Dominguez can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Rodriquez is looking to escape.
Rodriquez is desperately trying to improve his position but Dominguez has a good base and remains in mount.
Rodriquez sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Dominguez keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T6#
Dominguez wants to pass to mount but Rodriquez is defending the position.
Rodriquez is doing well to control the position and prevent Dominguez from advancing to side control.
Dominguez is thwarting Rodriquez's attempts to control the position.
Dominguez passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Rodriquez! Score +3 for passing guard: Dominguez (9) vs (4) Rodriquez
Dominguez controlling from mount.
Rodriquez is looking to get to half guard.
Dominguez sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T7#
Rodriquez is wriggling around trying to escape.
Dominguez avoids the attempt from Rodriquez to control.
Dominguez looking to control but Rodriquez is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Rodriquez working to try and regain half guard.
Dominguez sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Dominguez tries to control but Rodriquez wriggling away. #T8#
Dominguez looking to control and managing it successfully.
Rodriquez sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Dominguez performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Dominguez is keen to just control but Rodriquez is a slippery customer.
Rodriquez gets full guard.
Rodriquez working a defensive guard here.
#T9#
Rodriquez keeping full guard, as Dominguez tries to pass.
Dominguez is working hard here to advance position.
Dominguez being controlled here momentarily.
Rodriquez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Dominguez trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Dominguez slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T10#
Rodriquez lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dominguez (9) vs (6) Rodriquez
Dominguez keeping full guard, as Rodriquez tries to pass.
Dominguez wants to sweep but no luck.
Dominguez keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully.
Rodriquez slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Dominguez (9) vs (9) Rodriquez#T11##SUB2#
Rodriquez is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Dominguez has escaped the position, nice work there.
Dominguez is trying to escape the position but Rodriquez is controlling the position.
Dominguez is trying to improve his position.
Rodriquez advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Dominguez (9) vs (11) Rodriquez
Dominguez tries to reverse the position but Rodriquez maintains control.
Rodriquez looking to control but Dominguez is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Dominguez tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T12#
Rodriquez can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dominguez is looking to escape.
Dominguez is working to get back to half guard.
Rodriquez wants to control the pace but Dominguez is squirming around nicely.
Dominguez keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T13#
Dominguez regains half guard.
Rodriquez tries to pass to full mount but Dominguez defends it.
Rodriquez working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Dominguez's thigh. Dominguez counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Rodriquez won't allow Dominguez to sweep him here. #SUB#
Dominguez had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Rodriquez defends it easily.
Rodriquez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dominguez swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T14#
Rodriquez advances to half guard.
Dominguez wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Dominguez manages to get to full guard.
#SUB#
Dominguez working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Rodriquez doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Rodriquez manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Dominguez keeps moving.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez wins on points by 11 to 9.
The defeated Pablo Dominguez had this to say: 'I'm telling you right now, these people that fuckin do steroids, you know what I mean? I'm like, I wish everything was legal, because that would give them the chance to go out there and make their mark and then burn the fuck out. And that's when I come in with my consistency, because I'm coming.'. |
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Event:
CACC 180: Pavlov vs Cruz
Date: Mar 21, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 7 losses; Amos Burton!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Frank Antenori and Percy O'Donnell.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Rodriquez shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Burton as he jumps to the side.
Burton wants to counter with a clinch but Rodriquez pushes him away.
Rodriquez shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Rodriquez sets himself, and Burton steps forward looking for the clinch! Rodriquez avoids it this time.
Rodriquez tries for a takedown but Burton sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nick Rodriquez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rodriquez tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Burton defends well and Rodriquez ends up having to push Burton into the ropes where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Rodriquez tries to pull guard but Burton forces him back to his feet, against the ropes.
Burton stops a takedown attempt from Rodriquez.
#TD2#
Burton pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB2#
Burton is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Burton keeps moving. #SUB2#
Burton is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Rodriquez is aware though and is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Burton looking for a guillotine here but Rodriquez defends easily.
Burton looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Burton keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully.
Rodriquez pushing down on Burton's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Rodriquez has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#T1#
Burton is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Rodriquez is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Burton defends it well.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but Burton defending well.
Rodriquez is keen to just control but Burton is a slippery customer.
Burton works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Burton has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Rodriquez can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Burton has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Rodriquez can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Rodriquez trying to control but Burton is working from the bottom. #T2##SUB2#
Burton had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Rodriquez defends it easily.
Rodriquez pushes down on Burton's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Rodriquez is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Burton sees it coming and defends easily.
Burton tries to roll over but Rodriquez keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Burton looking for submissions off his back.
Rodriquez is looking to take a break and control but Burton is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Rodriquez is looking for a kimura here.
Burton wants to get back to full guard.#T3#
Rodriquez is trying to control the action in half guard but Burton is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Burton tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg.
Burton regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Burton is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Rodriquez defends well.
Rodriquez is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB2#
Burton is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Burton keeps moving. #T4##SUB2#
Burton is looking for a triangle but Rodriquez pushes his legs off easily.
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Burton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodriquez controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB2#
Burton throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Rodriquez escapes and throws Burton's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (3) vs (0) Burton
Burton is looking to regain half guard here but Rodriquez keeps moving and retains side control.
Burton is still trying to improve position.
Rodriquez just content to control the position.
Burton is trying to improve his position.#T5#
Burton manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Rodriquez frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (6) vs (0) Burton
Burton working to try and regain half guard.
Rodriquez wants to control the pace but Burton is squirming around nicely.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Rodriquez moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (9) vs (0) Burton#SUB#
Burton defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Rodriquez has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Burton's body.
Burton tries to roll but Rodriquez sticks to his back.
#T6##SUB#
Rodriquez looking to break Burton's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Burton remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Rodriquez will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Will Rodriquez go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
#SUB#
Burton defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Rodriquez's arms. #SUB#
Rodriquez looking for the RNC.
Burton is trying to break free.
Burton staying busy and making it hard for Rodriquez to control.
Rodriquez controlling well, preventing Burton from escaping the position.
Burton is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Rodriquez off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#SUB#
Rodriquez working for a choke but Burton is defending well.
Burton is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T7##SUB#
Rodriquez looking for the choke but no joy.
Burton looking very determined here, making life difficult for Rodriquez.
Burton is really stuck here.
Burton looking very determined here, making life difficult for Rodriquez.
Burton manages to reverse the position and now he's in Rodriquez's guard. Nice work there by Burton.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (9) vs (2) Burton
Burton looking to sit in guard and control but Rodriquez gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (11) vs (2) Burton#SUB2#
Burton is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T8#
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Burton keeps moving.
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Burton is keeping the position for now.
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Burton is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Burton being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB2#
Burton looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Burton had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Rodriquez defends it easily.#SUB2#
Burton working for a triangle but Rodriquez defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Burton working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Rodriquez doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Rodriquez manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T9#
Rodriquez passes Burton's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Burton is staying active underneath Rodriquez, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Burton looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but Burton defending well.
Rodriquez sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Rodriquez wants to control but Burton is keeping him busy.
Rodriquez is pressing down on Burton's thigh, looking to free his foot. Burton is holding on for now. #SUB#
Rodriquez is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Burton sees it coming and defends easily.#T10##SUB#
Rodriquez is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Burton sees it coming and defends easily.
Rodriquez perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Rodriquez wants to pass to mount but Burton is defending the position.
Burton gets full guard.#SUB2#
Burton looking for a guillotine here but Rodriquez defends easily.
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Burton is keeping the position for now.
Rodriquez controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T11##SUB#
Rodriquez 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.
Burton keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Burton is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Rodriquez defends well.
Burton keeping full guard, as Rodriquez tries to pass.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Burton keeps moving. #SUB2#
Rodriquez is sitting in close to Burton's body. Burton has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Rodriquez is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Rodriquez is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Burton.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Amos Burton! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 04, 2021 |
#R1##TD#
Rodriquez closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Rodriquez lands in his opponent's guard.
Rodriquez postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Rodriquez tries to free his leg and advance position but Gonawyn is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Rodriquez 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.
Rodriquez has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Rodriquez slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Rodriquez 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.
Rodriquez is putting a hurting on Gonawyn here, landing some big shots from side control. #T1#
Rodriquez is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Gonawyn will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Rodriquez scores with punches from side control.
Rodriquez controlling from side mount. #SUB#
Rodriquez has hold of Gonawyn's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Gonawyn tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Rodriquez cranks the arm and Gonawyn screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Gonawyn, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Nick Rodriquez! |
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Event:
Syn 764
Date: Dec 06, 2020 |
#R1#
No luck for Doomsday with that takedown attempt. #TD2#
Rodriquez shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Doomsday napping and manages to drive through into side control!
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Rodriquez working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Doomsday tries to buck Rodriquez off but Rodriquez is having none of it.
Doomsday is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Rodriquez is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Doomsday knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Doomsday is not content to let Rodriquez control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Doomsday manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Doomsday is looking to control Rodriquez's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Doomsday avoid being mounted?
Rodriquez uses his free foot to push down on Doomsday's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Doomsday.
Doomsday has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#T1#
Rodriquez tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Rodriquez with shots to the head and body - Doomsday looks very uncomfortable down there.
Doomsday tries to lock up and control but Rodriquez gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Rodriquez can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Doomsday is looking to escape.
Doomsday is trying desperately to improve position.
Rodriquez takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Rodriquez avoids the attempt from Doomsday to control.
Doomsday is looking to improve his position but Rodriquez isn't that keen on the idea.
Rodriquez lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Doomsday hang on?#T2#
Rodriquez unloading with bombs!
Doomsday is in all sorts of trouble here.
Doomsday tries to hold on but Rodriquez pushes him away.
Rodriquez wants to take Doomsday's back but he can't do it this time.
Rodriquez content just to control the position here.
Doomsday regains half guard.
Rodriquez prevents Doomsday from improving his position.
Doomsday trying to hold on to Rodriquez's head to control him but Rodriquez postures up.
#SUB#
Doomsday is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rodriquez pulls his head out easily.
Rodriquez scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T3#
Doomsday wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
Doomsday is trying to control but can't.
Doomsday tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg.
Rodriquez with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Rodriquez trying to control the action but Doomsday is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez slows the pace down in half guard.
Rodriquez tries to pass to full mount but Doomsday defends it.
Doomsday is trying to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez uses his free foot to push down on Doomsday's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Doomsday. #T4#
Doomsday working to try and regain half guard.
Rodriquez content just to control the position here.
Doomsday is in all sorts of trouble here.
Rodriquez wants to control the pace but Doomsday is squirming around nicely.
Doomsday wants to hold on but Rodriquez pushes him away.
Doomsday really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Rodriquez wants to control the pace but Doomsday is squirming around nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Doomsday is trying desperately to improve position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nick Rodriquez dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Rodriquez tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Doomsday defends well and Rodriquez ends up having to push Doomsday into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Doomsday shoots for a takedown but Rodriquez saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Rodriquez fails with the takedown
and Doomsday counters with a stiff right hand. #TD2#
Rodriquez shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Doomsday is looking to control Rodriquez's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Doomsday avoid being mounted?
Doomsday tries to roll over but Rodriquez keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Doomsday is defending well.
Rodriquez with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T1#
Doomsday wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
Rodriquez is keen to just control but Doomsday is a slippery customer.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Doomsday slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Doomsday keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully.
Doomsday is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Doomsday looking for a guillotine here but Rodriquez defends easily.
Doomsday is trying to keep Rodriquez in close.
#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Rodriquez trying to control but Doomsday is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodriquez is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Doomsday fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Rodriquez shoots in looking for a takedown. Doomsday tries to sprawl out of it but Rodriquez keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Doomsday manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Kronos Doomsday has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nick Rodriquez.
Rodriquez has a takedown stuffed.
Doomsday throwing a counter right hand but Rodriquez manages to avoid it.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Rodriquez.
Doomsday shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#TD2#
Rodriquez throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Doomsday was covering up waiting for the punch and Rodriquez finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Rodriquez is fighting to break Doomsday's control of his arms but Doomsday is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T3#
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Doomsday keeps moving.
Rodriquez has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Doomsday looking to control but Rodriquez passes into half guard.
Doomsday trying to control but Rodriquez postures up.
Doomsday is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Rodriquez controlling the action here.
Rodriquez slips a nice elbow through Doomsday's hands, connecting with Doomsday's forehead.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Rodriquez is pressing down on Doomsday's thigh, looking to free his foot. Doomsday is holding on for now.
Doomsday wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy.
Doomsday won't allow Rodriquez to pass to mount.
Rodriquez wants to control but Doomsday is keeping him busy.
Rodriquez tries to pass to full mount but Doomsday defends it. #SUB#
Doomsday looking for submissions off his back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez is trying to control. Doomsday wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Doomsday trying to control from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nick Rodriquez showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3##TD#
Doomsday shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Rodriquez napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Rodriquez regains half guard.
Doomsday wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodriquez keeps working.
Rodriquez wants to control but Doomsday is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Rodriquez is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez trying to hold on to Doomsday's head to control him but Doomsday postures up.
Rodriquez holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T1#
Rodriquez fails to land the takedown.
Rodriquez shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Doomsday defends it nicely.
Rodriquez with a lazy takedown attempt
and Doomsday cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kronos Doomsday has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nick Rodriquez.#TD#
Doomsday manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Rodriquez on his heels. He'll look to pass Rodriquez's guard now, I'm sure.
Doomsday might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Rodriquez takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Doomsday is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Doomsday tries to free his leg and advance position but Rodriquez is retaining full guard.
Nick Rodriquez has got the better of the ground game so far.
Rodriquez wants to sweep here but Doomsday controlling him for the moment. #T2##SUB2#
Rodriquez looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Rodriquez is adopting a defensive guard.
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Doomsday from controlling successfully.
Rodriquez controlling the position.
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3#
Doomsday fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Rodriquez avoids it really well and circles away.
Rodriquez with a lazy takedown attempt
and Doomsday counters with a stiff right hand. #TD2#
Rodriquez gets the takedown into side control.
Doomsday tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Doomsday sneaks back into half guard.
Doomsday has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Rodriquez is working away from the top position though.
Doomsday blocking the ground and pound attempt from Rodriquez. #T4#
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Doomsday is defending well.
Doomsday is refusing to be controlled, as Rodriquez sits in half guard.
Doomsday tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg.
Rodriquez trying to control from half guard but Doomsday is working away. #SUB#
Doomsday looking for a kimura from the bottom but Rodriquez passes into side control!
Rodriquez controlling the position from side mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rodriquez's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Kronos Doomsday has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
And that's the end of the fight!
Kronos Doomsday showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Rodriquez 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nick Rodriquez! |
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Event:
TWGC 30 (265+lbs, D2): Finals - Round 1
Date: Jul 18, 2020 |
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 1 wins and 1 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 1 losses; Long Wang!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Dillan Fox and Elvis Blanc.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Rodriquez shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #TD2#
and Wang counters with a takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (4) Wang
Wang staying calm.
Wang wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodriquez keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wang works to advance to full mount. Rodriquez defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (0) vs (6) Wang#T1#
Rodriquez tries to lock up and control but Wang gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Rodriquez's coaches at Hell's Balls Gym have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Wang looking to control but Rodriquez is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Rodriquez tries to get back to half guard but can't.
My spies in Doom's Gym inform me that Wang has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Wang looking to control but Rodriquez is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Rodriquez is controlling an arm, preventing Wang from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Rodriquez is wriggling around trying to escape.
Wang sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Rodriquez is working to get back to half guard.
#T2#
Rodriquez tries to lock up and control but Wang gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB2#
Wang goes for an armbar but Rodriquez turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Rodriquez. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (6) Wang
Wang keeping full guard, as Rodriquez tries to pass. #SUB2#
Wang working for a triangle but Rodriquez defends it easily.
Rodriquez slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T3#
Rodriquez passes Wang's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Wang is looking to improve his position.
Rodriquez is taking a breather. Wang 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.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but Wang defending well. #T4#
Rodriquez controlling the pace.
Wang is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Rodriquez jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (6) Wang
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wang tries to improve position but can't.
Rodriquez controlling the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wang is looking to reverse the position.
Rodriquez trying to control the position but Wang is working away. #T5#
Rodriquez content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #SUB#
Rodriquez is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Wang has escaped the position, nice work there.
Wang tries to improve position but can't.
A lull in the action here.
Wang is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Rodriquez's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T6##SUB#
Rodriquez looking for a submission but Wang manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt.
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Wang is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wang is keeping the position for now.
Rodriquez is working hard here to advance position.
Rodriquez not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T7#
Wang 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.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Wang keeps moving.
Rodriquez showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Rodriquez is looking to pass into half guard but Wang pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Wang is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (8) Wang
Wang trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T8#
Wang passes Rodriquez's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Wang is looking to advance position but Rodriquez won't allow it.
Rodriquez wants to sweep but Wang has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (11) Wang
Rodriquez tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Rodriquez prevents Wang from moving into mount.
Rodriquez tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Wang tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Rodriquez is trying to work for a sweep but Wang has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (5) vs (13) Wang#T9#
Wang wants to control the pace but Rodriquez is squirming around nicely.
Rodriquez tries to hold on but Wang postures up.
Wang can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Rodriquez is looking to escape.
Rodriquez is working to get back to half guard.
#T10#
Wang wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Wang can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Rodriquez is looking to escape.
Rodriquez sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Wang wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodriquez keeps working.
Rodriquez keeping hold of Wang's head, controlling as best he can. #T11#
Wang wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping him busy.
Wang tries to pass to full mount but Rodriquez defends it.
Rodriquez tries to roll over but Wang keeps him under control.
Rodriquez keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Rodriquez moves into full guard.
#T12#
Wang slips nicely into half guard.
Wang wants to take a breather but Rodriquez is having none of it.
Rodriquez is looking for a sweep. Wang is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Wang seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Wang wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping him busy.
Wang frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (16) Wang#SUB2#
Wang looking to secure an arm triangle but Rodriquez defends it well. #T13#
Rodriquez tries to hold on but Wang postures up.
Rodriquez is in all sorts of trouble here.
Rodriquez wants to control but Wang is having none of it.
Rodriquez regains half guard.
Rodriquez is concentrating on defense, preventing Wang from advancing position.
Rodriquez continues to stall.#T14#
Wang keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Rodriquez won't allow Wang to pass to mount.
Wang is looking to take a break and control but Rodriquez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Rodriquez looking for submissions off his back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Rodriquez looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wang wins on points by 16 to 5.
Long Wang seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
TWGC 30 (265+lbs, D2): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jul 09, 2020 |
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 0 wins and 1 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Max Strasburg!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Tiny Johnson and Wesley Smith.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Rodriquez gets a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Strasburg
Rodriquez works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (0) Strasburg
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Strasburg looking for a sweep but Rodriquez has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (7) vs (0) Strasburg#SUB#
Rodriquez wants to finish this one by submission but Strasburg is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Rodriquez.
Strasburg tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Rodriquez takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (10) vs (0) Strasburg
Rodriquez seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Strasburg is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strasburg trying to control the hands but Rodriquez breaks the grip.
Strasburg tries to break free.
Rodriquez has good solid back control here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Rodriquez looking for the choke but no joy. #T1#
Strasburg rolls, trying to escape but Rodriquez keeps control of the position.
#SUB#
Rodriquez has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Strasburg trying to control the hands but Rodriquez breaks the grip. #SUB#
Rodriquez is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Strasburg is in bad spot here.
#T2##SUB#
Rodriquez working for a choke but Strasburg is defending well. #SUB#
Rodriquez is persistently looking for the submission but Strasburg is defending it well.
Strasburg tries to escape the position.
Strasburg is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Rodriquez is working on the RNC. He looks like he's got it but Strasburg won't tap... Oh, he's out! The ref rips Rodriquez off his unconscious opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Nick Rodriquez! |
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Event:
TWGC 29 (265lbs, D2): New York Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Apr 17, 2020 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Nick Rodriquez (ranked 7956 p4p, 0 weight class) and Richard Morgan (ranked 6130 p4p, 0 weight class). Nick Rodriquez has the edge in experience - let's see if he can make that count tonight.
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 0 wins and 0 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Richard Morgan!
The judges for this bout are Columbo Gatti, Franklyn Lucas and Joseph Jones.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Rodriquez darts in looking for a takedown but Morgan gets double underhooks and turns Rodriquez into the cage.
Rodriquez shoots in and gets a takedown into Morgan's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Morgan
Rodriquez controls from within his opponent's guard.
Morgan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rodriquez is one step ahead there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodriquez is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Morgan is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Morgan has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (2) Morgan
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Morgan from controlling successfully.
Morgan wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is keeping the position.
Rodriquez seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Morgan works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Morgan seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Rodriquez does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Morgan is pressing down on Rodriquez's thigh, looking to free his foot. Rodriquez is holding on for now.
Morgan is trying to control. Rodriquez wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Rodriquez is trying to control but can't.
Rodriquez is not content to let Morgan control the position.
Morgan is thwarting Rodriquez's attempts to control the position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Morgan in particular looking to stall.
Rodriquez tries to roll over but Morgan keeps him under control.
Morgan wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping him busy.
Rodriquez actively working from the bottom here.
Morgan wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping him busy.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Morgan prevents Rodriquez from improving his position.
Morgan takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Morgan passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (5) Morgan
Morgan controlling the position easily from mount.
Rodriquez is squirming around, avoiding Morgan's attempts to control the action.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Morgan wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Rodriquez is just holding on here. Morgan manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (2) vs (8) Morgan
Morgan avoiding Rodriquez 's attempts to control his hands.
Rodriquez fending off the submission attempt from Morgan.
Morgan trying to control momentarily.
Rodriquez can't escape the position.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Rodriquez trying to control the hands but Morgan breaks the grip.
Morgan looking to break Rodriquez's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Rodriquez remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Morgan will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Morgan is persistently looking for the submission but Rodriquez is defending it well.
Rodriquez 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 Morgan gets his way!
Morgan controls the position.
Morgan 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, Rodriquez has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Rodriquez rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Rodriquez moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Rodriquez is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Morgan wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is keeping the position.
Morgan forces his way into half guard.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Morgan is trying to control the action in half guard but Rodriquez is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez trying to control from the bottom.
Rodriquez is refusing to be controlled, as Morgan sits in half guard.
Morgan might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Rodriquez haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Morgan tries to pass to full mount but Rodriquez defends it.
Rodriquez wants to get back to full guard.
Rodriquez slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Rodriquez escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Morgan gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Morgan trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Morgan stands and throws Rodriquez's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (11) Morgan
Morgan laying and praying for a moment but Rodriquez takes advantage and regains half guard.
Morgan trying to control from half guard but Rodriquez is working away.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Morgan moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (14) Morgan
Morgan tries to move into full mount but can't pass Rodriquez's legs.
Morgan trying to control the position but Rodriquez is working away.
Morgan tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Rodriquez is not content to let Morgan control the position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Rodriquez struggling a bit here.
Morgan tries to advance to mount but Rodriquez denies him.
Rodriquez struggling a bit here.
Rodriquez is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Morgan off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Rodriquez (6) vs (14) Morgan
Rodriquez looking to break Morgan's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Morgan remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Rodriquez will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Rodriquez struggling to keep hold of the position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Morgan is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Rodriquez tightening his grip on Morgan, looking for the choke.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodriquez has the hooks in. Morgan is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Rodriquez is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Rodriquez is not going to allow Morgan to sit and survive in this position.
Morgan breaks Rodriquez's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (6) vs (16) Morgan
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Morgan from controlling successfully.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Morgan postures up.
Rodriquez 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.
Morgan controls from within his opponent's guard.
Rodriquez is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Morgan is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Rodriquez is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Rodriquez has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (8) vs (16) Morgan
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Rodriquez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Morgan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Morgan trying to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Morgan looking for a sweep. Not yet Morgan, not yet.
Morgan keeps trying to improve his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Morgan wins on points by 16 to 8.
During a confident post fight interview, Richard Morgan thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 11, 2019 |
#R1##CL2#
Banda fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Rodriquez, pushing him back against the cage.
Banda lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Rodriquez backwards.
Banda lands a shot to the body.
Banda gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Rodriquez.
Banda pushes Rodriquez back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#CUT2#
It looks like Nick Rodriquez has been cut.
Rodriquez is breathing heavily.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Banda.#ROC2#
Rodriquez is rocked!
Banda creates a bit of distance and unloads a huge uppercut that knocks Rodriquez out cold! The ref dives in to break up the two fighters! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Lexington Banda!
During a confident post fight interview, Lexington Banda thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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