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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 23, 2021 |
#R1##TD2#
Minamino feints and as Ulatov raises his hands in defense, Minamino changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#SUB#
Ulatov has his feet on Minamino's thighs here. He's pushed Minamino off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Minamino screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sergei Ulatov!
A victorious Sergei Ulatov 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 16, 2021 |
#R1#
Masten scores with a punch to the head.
Minamino looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Gordon Masten seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Minamino scores with a takedown into Masten's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Minamino drops back looking for a leg! Masten is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Masten manages to kick Minamino off! Minamino jumps back into Masten's guard.
Masten tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Minamino 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.
Masten trying to control the position here.
Minamino stopping the sweep attempt from Masten.
Minamino is fighting to break Masten's control of his arms but Masten is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Minamino stopping the sweep attempt from Masten.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Minamino stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Masten swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Minamino drops back looking for a leg! Masten is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Masten manages to kick Minamino off! Minamino jumps back into Masten's guard.
Minamino preventing the sweep. #T1#
Minamino being controlled here momentarily.
Masten 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.
Masten has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB#
Masten has his foot on Minamino's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Minamino works his way back into a safe position though.
Minamino won't allow Masten to sweep him here.
Masten managing to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Masten continues to stall.#SUB2#
Minamino drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Minamino jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Masten looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Masten controlling the position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Masten has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Shadow Warriors in the buildup to the fight.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Masten connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Masten throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Minamino with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Masten to score with a decent uppercut.
Masten lands a nice shot to the body.
Masten throws a good cross that connects.
Decent striking displayed by Masten there.
Masten cracks Minamino with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Masten catches Minamino with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#TD2#
Minamino shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Masten's guard.
Masten is controlling Minamino's posture.
Minamino trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Minamino thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T3#
Masten controlling the position.#SUB#
Masten is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Minamino is aware though and is defending well.
Masten keeping full guard, as Minamino tries to pass. #SUB2#
Minamino thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Minamino thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Minamino drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Minamino jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Masten seems keen to control Minamino's posture.#SUB2#
Minamino 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.
Masten controlling the position.
Masten looking to hit a scissor sweep but Minamino is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Minamino 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. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Minamino stopping the sweep attempt from Masten.
Masten is pulling down on Minamino's head to control his posture.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Masten is on top in guard.
#REVR##SUB2#
Masten got a little sloppy there for a moment and Minamino has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Masten has managed to get both his arms back between Minamino's legs - danger averted.
Masten not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Masten lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Minamino is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Masten defends well.
Masten makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Masten wants to pass the guard but Minamino is keeping the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gordon Masten dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Minamino takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #TD2#
Masten gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Minamino to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Masten is pulling down on Minamino's head. It's preventing any offense from Minamino, at least for the moment.
Masten lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Masten postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Masten sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2#
Minamino looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Masten engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Masten stands up over Minamino, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Masten scoring with punches to the head and body. #T1##SUB2#
Minamino looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Masten working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Minamino is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Masten postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Masten looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Minamino looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Minamino is breathing heavily.#SUB2#
Minamino looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Masten sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T2##SUB2#
Minamino working for a triangle but Masten defends it easily.
Masten cracks Minamino with a solid left hand.
Kotaro Minamino has got the better of the ground game so far.
Masten is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Masten has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SUB2#
Minamino is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Masten postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Masten stands and throws Minamino's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Masten connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Minamino some visible discomfort.
#T3##SUB#
Masten looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Masten wants to control but Minamino is keeping him busy.
Masten lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Masten moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Minamino is working to avoid the ground and pound but Masten connects with a decent elbow.
Masten controls the position from side control.
Minamino is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Masten scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Minamino to see if he's OK.
A lull in the action here as Masten stalls from top position.
Masten lands a decent elbow from side control. #T4#
Minamino is trying to get back to half guard.
Masten content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Minamino is looking to regain half guard here but Masten keeps moving and retains side control.
Minamino manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Masten landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Masten not doing much here.
#SUB2#
Minamino actively working from the bottom here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gordon Masten dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Masten connects with a single shot there.
Masten is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#CL#
Masten closes the distance and clinches.
Masten lands a left hand.
#TD2#
Minamino has picked Masten up - he's going for a ride! Minamino dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Masten tries to roll over but Minamino keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Minamino is working for a submission of some sort.
Masten is looking to improve his position.
Masten is looking to control Minamino's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Masten avoid being mounted?
Masten is doing well to control the position and prevent Minamino from advancing to side control.
Masten works his way to full guard. Good work.#T1##SUB2#
Minamino thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Masten working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Minamino doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Minamino manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Masten is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Minamino drops back looking for a leg! Masten is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Masten manages to kick Minamino off! Minamino jumps back into Masten's guard. #SUB2#
Minamino drops back looking for a leg! Masten is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Masten manages to kick Minamino off! Minamino jumps back into Masten's guard.
Minamino takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Masten keeping full guard, as Minamino tries to pass.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Masten holds on and takes a little breather. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Masten looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Masten keeping full guard, as Minamino tries to pass.
Masten manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Minamino manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Masten pushes down on Minamino's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Masten lands with a punch from half guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Masten connects with a nice short shot to Minamino's temple. #SUB2#
Minamino looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Masten lands with a punch from half guard.
Masten seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Masten'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##SUB#
Masten is trying to work for a kimura but Minamino is defending well.
#SUB2#
Minamino looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Minamino looking for submissions off his back.
Minamino on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Masten keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Masten wants to pass to mount but Minamino is defending the position.
Masten is controlling the pace.
#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Minamino looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Masten working over Minamino with some ground and pound. Minamino looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Masten wants to free his trapped foot but Minamino is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Masten takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Masten.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Minamino looking for submissions off his back.
Kotaro Minamino has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Masten slips a nice elbow through Minamino's hands, connecting with Minamino's forehead.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gordon Masten showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Masten has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gordon Masten!
After the fight, Gordon Masten was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 17, 2021 |
#R1##CL2#
Hoogo closes the distance and pushes Minamino back into the cage.
Hoogo tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Hoogo tries to stall but Minamino uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Hoogo tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #TD#
Minamino works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. #SUB2#
Minamino avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Minamino slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB#
Minamino tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Hoogo looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB#
Minamino is trying to get an arm triangle but Hoogo is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoogo manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T1##SUB#
Minamino is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Minamino is trying to work for a kimura but Hoogo is defending well.
#SUB#
Minamino is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Hoogo defends it well. #SUB#
Minamino is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Minamino is working for a kimura but Hoogo is defending it quite comfortably.
Minamino definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#SUB#
Minamino is looking for a kimura here.
#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB2#
Hoogo looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Minamino is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hoogo is just riding it out for now. Minamino eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Minamino is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Hoogo doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Minamino. #SUB2#
Hoogo is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Minamino is tapping! Great win for Hoogo!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Hamzat Hoogo! |
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Event:
KoF:IW Golden Claws XVII
Date: Jan 30, 2021 |
#R1##CL2#
Hecker Jr forces Minamino back against the cage and clinches.
Minamino looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!#TD#
Minamino gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Hecker Jr is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
Minamino drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Hecker Jr dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Hecker Jr advances to half guard. #SUB#
Hecker Jr moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Minamino.
Hecker Jr scoring with punches from side control.
Hecker Jr is staying tight to Minamino's torso, preventing him from escaping. #SU2#
Hecker Jr stands up.
Hecker Jr throws a combination. Minamino tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#CUT2#It looks like Kotaro Minamino has been cut.#T1#
Hecker Jr wants to clinch up but Minamino keeps it at a distance.
Minamino half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Hecker Jr scores with a nice head shot.#CL2#
Minamino tries to keep at a distance but Hecker Jr has taken the fight into the clinch.
Minamino tries to pull guard but Hecker Jr forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Hecker Jr lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Minamino.
Hecker Jr holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Hecker Jr tries to pull guard but Minamino won't allow it.
Minamino fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#TD2#
Hecker Jr is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Minamino can't fight it off and eventually Hecker Jr manages to take the fight to the floor. Minamino looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Hecker Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Minamino is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Hecker Jr cracks Minamino with a solid left hand.
Hecker Jr stands up over Minamino, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Hecker Jr controls from within his opponent's guard.
Hecker Jr working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB#
Minamino is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Hecker Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Minamino is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SU2#
Hecker Jr stands and steps away. Minamino gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Hecker Jr is defended easily by Minamino.
Minamino is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Hecker Jr.
Minamino definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T3##TD2#
Hecker Jr gets a double leg takedown into Minamino's guard.
Hecker Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Minamino is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hecker Jr keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Minamino's head.#SUB2#
Hecker Jr drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Hecker Jr jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Minamino is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hecker Jr is aware though and is defending well.
Hecker Jr pushing down on Minamino's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Hecker Jr is trying to control the action in half guard but Minamino is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Hecker Jr sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Hecker Jr is looking to advance position but Minamino won't allow it. #T4##SUB#
Minamino looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hecker Jr trying to control from half guard but Minamino is working away.
Hecker Jr has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Advanced Fitness Inc.. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Ground and pound from Hecker Jr. #ROC2#Minamino is rocked!
Hecker Jr scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Oh Minamino is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Hecker Jr wants to lay and pray for a moment but Minamino keeps working. #SU2#
Hecker Jr stands up and beckons Minamino to join him on the feet.
A nice leg kick from Hecker Jr, right into the meat of the thigh.
Hecker Jr shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Minamino but Minamino pushes him off and we're back to square one.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jeff Hecker Jr dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kotaro Minamino's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Hecker Jr swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Jeff Hecker Jr is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Minamino gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Hecker Jr counters with a stiff right hand.
Hecker Jr tries to clinch there but Minamino circles away.
#TD2#
Hecker Jr gets the takedown into side control.
Hecker Jr has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Minamino is trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Hecker Jr tries for a kimura but Minamino is defending well.
Minamino tries to improve position but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Hecker Jr is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Minamino is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Hecker Jr cracks Minamino with a big elbow. Oh, he's hurt! Hecker Jr immediately mounts and start dropping bombs! Minamino is done! The referee jumps in and saves him from any more punishment - a quick and decisive finish by Hecker Jr!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jeff Hecker Jr! |
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Event:
KoF:IW Underground II
Date: Dec 19, 2020 |
#R1#
Minamino fails with the takedown.#TD2#
Minamino gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows James to score an easy takedown into full guard.#SUB#
Minamino throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Minamino is breathing heavily.#SUB2#
James drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and James jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
James trying to control the position from guard on top but Minamino is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
James passes into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
James is working for a submission of some sort.
James performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
James looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T1##SUB2#
James is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
James is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
James is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Minamino actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
James is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Minamino sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Minamino looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
James content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T2##SUB2#
James seems to be working for a kimura but Minamino defends the submission attempt.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
James is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Minamino sees it coming and defends easily.
James uses his free foot to push down on Minamino's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Minamino. #SUB2#
James working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #SUB2#
James has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Minamino is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Percival James! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 18, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A decent looking body kick lands there for Uchida.
Uchida tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Uchida paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Uchida lets loose with a powerful body kick. Minamino will feel that in the morning.
Uchida throws a leg kick which misses Minamino's front leg but catches the back leg as Minamino tries to avoid it.
Uchida lands a big head kick that sends Minamino to the canvas! Uchida follows up with strikes from the mount that forces the ref to step in and stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Shigeru Uchida! |
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Event:
Ash Pres: Little vs. UnEqual
Date: Aug 20, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Legend stuffs the takedown.
Minamino looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Legend shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Minamino but Minamino pushes him off and we're back to square one.#TD#
Minamino closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Legend did well to prevent Minamino getting side control.
Legend is positioning himself well to prevent Minamino advancing to mount. #SUB#
Minamino is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Minamino is looking for a kimura but Legend is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Minamino to get the leverage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Legend trying to control but Minamino postures up.
Legend slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T1#
Legend wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Minamino preventing the sweep.
Legend pulls Minamino in close to prevent any damage.
Legend trying to keep a closed guard but Minamino is proving a slippery customer.
Legend wants to stand but Minamino is controlling the position.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Minamino is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Legend is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Legend has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Legend throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Legend controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Minamino is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Minamino looking for a guillotine here but Legend defends easily.
#SUB#
Minamino looking for a guillotine here but Legend defends easily.
#T3##SU2#
Minamino is working an open guard so Legend takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Legend looks to land a combination but Minamino avoids it well.
Legend lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Legend stalks Minamino and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Minamino's face. Minamino staggers backwards, shaken.
Legend closes the distance and clinches up with Minamino, looking for a takedown. Legend pushes Minamino against the cage but Minamino circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#CL2#
Legend closes the distance and clinches.
Legend is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Minamino gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Kotaro Minamino has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Joe Legend.
Legend has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Minamino avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Legend prevents the takedown attempt.
Minamino tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#T4#
Legend goes for a takedown in the clinch but Minamino prevents it.
Legend drops down looking for an ankle pick but Minamino pulls his leg out and moves away.
Legend shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Minamino sprawls well. Minamino wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Legend gets slowly back to his feet.
Minamino fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Minamino shoots in and drives through. Legend sprawls well.#CL2#
Minamino tries to keep at a distance but Legend has taken the fight into the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Legend tries for a takedown. No joy.
Minamino jumps guard but Legend stands there with Minamino around his waist. Minamino gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joe Legend dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.#R2##CL2#
Legend closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Legend is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Minamino stops a takedown attempt from Legend.
Minamino tries to pull guard but Legend holds him up against the cage and eventually Minamino drops back down to his feet.
Legend has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Minamino is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Kotaro Minamino has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Joe Legend.
Legend tries for a takedown but Minamino manages to get underhooks.
Legend gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Minamino.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Legend takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Legend drops down looking for an ankle pick but Minamino pulls his leg out and moves away.
#T1##CL2#
Minamino tries to keep at a distance but Legend has taken the fight into the clinch.
Minamino tries to pull guard but Legend won't allow it.
Legend leaning his opponent against the cage.#TD2#
Legend manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Legend manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Minamino manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##SUB#
Minamino looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Legend trying to control the position from guard on top but Minamino is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Minamino looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Minamino looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Legend passes into half guard.
Legend missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB#
Minamino looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Minamino actively working from the bottom here.#T3#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Legend in particular looking to stall.
Legend is trying to control the action in half guard but Minamino is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Minamino actively working from the bottom here.
Minamino tries to get to full guard but Legend has control of the leg.
Legend is controlling the pace.
Legend prevents Minamino from improving his position.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Minamino looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Minamino looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Legend performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Legend's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Legend duly obliges.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Joe Legend showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3##CL2#
Legend moves into the clinch successfully.
Minamino gets underhooks to prevent Legend's takedown attempt.
Minamino gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Legend.
Minamino is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Kotaro Minamino has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Joe Legend.
Minamino tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Legend smiles and moves away.
Minamino fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice uppercut there from Legend.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Legend throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Minamino.
Minamino uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Legend.
Legend throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T1#
Legend shoots for a double leg takedown but Minamino sprawls well. He's pushed Legend's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Legend has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Minamino slips a jab and a cross from Legend.
Minamino definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
A cross from Legend lands.
Legend shoots in for a double leg but Minamino sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Minamino moves out of range of the leg kick from Legend.
Some wild striking there from Legend.
Minamino has a takedown stuffed.#CL2#
Legend rushes Minamino and presses him up against the cage.
Legend is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Legend has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Minamino after a bit of a struggle.
Minamino drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Legend gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#T2##TD2#
Legend successfully pulls guard.
Legend wants to stand up but Minamino is controlling him. #SUB#
Minamino drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Minamino jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Minamino has gone for a leg lock! Legend slips out almost immediately though and dives into Minamino's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Minamino escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Legend gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T3#
Legend sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB#
Minamino looking for a guillotine here but Legend defends easily.
#SUB#
Minamino working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Legend has passed into half guard!
Joe Legend is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Legend perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Minamino is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Minamino is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Legend pulls his head out easily.
Legend seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB#
Minamino looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Minamino looking for submissions off his back.
And that's the end of the fight!
Joe Legend comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Legend has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 27:30
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joe Legend! |
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Event:
Ash Presents: Tyson vs. White
Date: Aug 02, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD#
Minamino shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Minamino was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Jeez, both these guys look absolutely knackered already, that's not a good sign!#SUB#
Minamino working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Queel struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Minamino thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
You can see the frustration on Queel's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Queel regains half guard.
Queel gets full guard.
Queel looking for a sweep. Not yet Queel, not yet. #SUB#
Minamino drops back looking for a leg! Queel is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Queel manages to kick Minamino off! Minamino jumps back into Queel's guard. #SUB2#
Queel is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Minamino is aware though and is defending well.#T1#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Queel is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Minamino being controlled here, momentarily.
Queel stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Minamino swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Minamino keeping moving, preventing Queel from controlling successfully.
Minamino definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#SUB#
Queel avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Minamino can't keep his opponent in guard - Queel advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T2##SUB#
Minamino is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Queel pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Minamino looking for submissions off his back.
Queel winds up and cracks Minamino with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Queel has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Cozad MMA Tokyo. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Queel seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Queel lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Minamino tries to get to full guard but Queel has control of the leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Queel is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Queel stalling.
Queel is trying to control the action in half guard but Minamino is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T3#
Queel should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.#SUB#
Minamino actively working from the bottom here.
Queel content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Minamino looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Queel performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB#
Minamino actively working from the bottom here.
Queel keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Queel is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Minamino! #T4#
Minamino can't escape the position.
Queel lands a couple of good shots and Minamino has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Queel is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Queel tries to get the hooks in deep but Minamino pushed the leg off.
I really don't envy Minamino right now.
Minamino is trapped and Queel is scoring with shots to the head and body.
Minamino rolls, trying to escape but Queel keeps control of the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Queel controlling the position well here. Minamino rolled but Queel kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Will Queel go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
YaDaruis Queel dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##TD#
Minamino shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Queel is trying to defend but Minamino finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Queel slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Queel has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2#
Queel has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Minamino can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Queel has his foot on Minamino's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Minamino works his way back into a safe position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Queel looking to control.
#SUB#
Minamino is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB2#
Queel working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Minamino doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Minamino manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Queel trying to keep a closed guard but Minamino is proving a slippery customer.
#T1#
Minamino won't allow Queel to sweep him here. #SUB#
Minamino drops back looking for a leg! Queel is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Queel manages to kick Minamino off! Minamino jumps back into Queel's guard.
Queel lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Minamino is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Queel passes Minamino's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Minamino is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
Queel wants to pass the guard but Minamino is defending well. #SUB#
Minamino actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Minamino actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Minamino looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Queel has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Minamino defend it? Queel steps over the head and cranks it - Minamino is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Queel!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). YaDaruis Queel! |
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Event:
Ashbourne Presents: Vehemence
Date: Jul 12, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Taavitsainen scores with a hook to the body. Minamino takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Minamino looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Taavitsainen scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Taavitsainen digs a good hook to Minamino's body.
Taavitsainen stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
A punch combination from Taavitsainen misses.
Taavitsainen scores with a jab to the jaw.
Minamino looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Taavitsainen lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Minamino walks into a jab.
Taavitsainen lunges at Minamino with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Minamino's hand.
Minamino gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Minamino on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Taavitsainen fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Minamino on the side of the head.
Minamino takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
#TD#
Minamino feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Minamino slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Taavitsainen is looking to reverse the position.
Taavitsainen is trying to control Minamino's posture but Minamino avoids it. #SUB#
Minamino is trying to get an arm triangle but Taavitsainen is defending well. #T1##SUB#
Minamino tries for a kimura but Taavitsainen is defending well.
Taavitsainen is trying to control Minamino's posture but Minamino avoids it.
Taavitsainen tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Minamino wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
Minamino is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Taavitsainen knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Minamino is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Taavitsainen is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #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.
Taavitsainen tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB#
Minamino is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Taavitsainen is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Taavitsainen can't do much from the bottom here.
Taavitsainen is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Taavitsainen is looking for a sweep.#T3#
Taavitsainen is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Taavitsainen prevents Minamino from moving into mount.
Taavitsainen is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Minamino is trying to get an arm triangle but Taavitsainen is defending well.
Taavitsainen tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Minamino wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Taavitsainen really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Minamino. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Taavitsainen is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Minamino is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Taavitsainen knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Taavitsainen tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Taavitsainen can't do much from the bottom here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Teppo Taavitsainen dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Taavitsainen connects with a right hand. Minamino shakes it off.
Minamino takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Taavitsainen lands a jab to the head.
Taavitsainen throws a shot to the body.
Teppo Taavitsainen seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Minamino on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Taavitsainen with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Taavitsainen goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Taavitsainen shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Minamino tries to counter by clinching up but Taavitsainen breaks away and moves out of range.
Taavitsainen misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Minamino has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Minamino there as he acknowledges the shot.#TD#
Minamino is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Taavitsainen's half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Taavitsainen is trying to stand up here but Minamino is controlling him well.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#SUB#
Minamino is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Taavitsainen is just riding it out for now. Minamino eventually gives up the hold.
Taavitsainen is concentrating on defense, preventing Minamino from advancing position. #T1##SUB#
Minamino is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Taavitsainen tries to get to full guard but Minamino has control of the leg.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Minamino looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Minamino prevents Taavitsainen from improving his position.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Taavitsainen controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Taavitsainen is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Minamino is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Minamino prevents Taavitsainen from standing back up.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T3#
Taavitsainen lands a jab to Minamino's midsection.
Taavitsainen lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Taavitsainen scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Taavitsainen throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Minamino stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Teppo Taavitsainen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice straight punches there by Taavitsainen. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Taavitsainen.
Minamino takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Taavitsainen lands a jab to the nose.
Taavitsainen feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Minaminos jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Taavitsainen connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Minamino momentarily.
Taavitsainen has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Taavitsainen throws a shot to the body.
Taavitsainen scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Taavitsainen scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Taavitsainen jabs Minamino right on the nose. Minamino blinks but takes it well.
Taavitsainen lands a right hook to the body.
Taavitsainen's jab looks to have found its range, popping Minamino under the eye.
A jab from Taavitsainen finds it's way through Minamino's defenses.
Minamino looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Taavitsainen lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Minamino at a distance.
Taavitsainen stuns Minamino with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T4#
Taavitsainen will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Kotaro Minamino has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Teppo Taavitsainen.
Minamino walks into a jab.
Taavitsainen stuns Minamino with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Taavitsainen scores with a nice head shot.
Minamino takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Taavitsainen lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Minamino backs up against the cage.
The crowd cheers as Taavitsainen lands an impressive looking overhand right. Minamino doesn't seem phased though.
Taavitsainen scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Minamino doesn't seem bothered though.
Minamino has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Taavitsainen finds it's way round the side to connect with Minamino's head.
Taavitsainen bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Minamino's head backwards.
Taavitsainen jabs Minamino right on the nose. Minamino blinks but takes it well.
Taavitsainen connects with a looping right hand.
Taavitsainen connects with a crisp jab.
Taavitsainen scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Taavitsainen with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Minamino takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Taavitsainen scores with a hook to the body. Minamino takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Minamino walks into a jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Teppo Taavitsainen showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Minamino's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Minamino ducks right into an uppercut from Taavitsainen.
Minamino keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Taavitsainen goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Taavitsainen uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Taavitsainen scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#TD#
Minamino drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.#SUB#
Minamino is trying to get an arm triangle but Taavitsainen is defending well. #SUB#
Minamino is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Taavitsainen is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Taavitsainen struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Minamino working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Taavitsainen can do anything to dispel that myth.
Taavitsainen is looking to regain half guard here but Minamino keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB#
Minamino wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Taavitsainen, who protects the arm well.
Taavitsainen is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Minamino working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Taavitsainen tries to buck Minamino off but Minamino is having none of it.
Taavitsainen keeps trying to improve his position.
Taavitsainen wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Taavitsainen tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kotaro Minamino overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3##SUB#
Minamino is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Taavitsainen has escaped the position, nice work there.
Taavitsainen tries to buck Minamino off but Minamino is having none of it.#SUB#
Minamino is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Taavitsainen knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Taavitsainen wants to get back to his feet.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Teppo Taavitsainen is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Taavitsainen has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Taavitsainen lands with a cross.
Taavitsainen moves into range and connects with a jab.
Taavitsainen cracks Minamino with a good jab.#T4#
Taavitsainen getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Taavitsainen feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Minaminos jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Taavitsainen feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Minaminos jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Taavitsainen throws a good cross that connects.
Taavitsainen fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Minamino looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Taavitsainen misses with a two punch combination.
#TD#
Taavitsainen gets caught flat footed, as Minamino shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Taavitsainen has his hands on Minamino's head, controlling the position. #SUB#
Minamino 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.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Minamino stands and throws Taavitsainen's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Kotaro Minamino has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Taavitsainen is looking to regain half guard here but Minamino keeps moving and retains side control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Teppo Taavitsainen comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Taavitsainen winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 27:30
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Teppo Taavitsainen! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 12, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL#
Johnson instigates a clinch.
Minamino looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!#TD2#
Minamino has clasped his hands together around Johnson's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Johnson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Minamino wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Johnson gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB2#
Minamino is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Johnson is trying to maintain the position but Minamino is very close to passing his half guard.
Johnson is pressing down on Minamino's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Johnson is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Johnson wants to control from the top but Minamino keeps moving.
Johnson stands and throws Minamino's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Johnson connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Minamino some visible discomfort.
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Minamino is working to avoid the ground and pound but Johnson connects with a decent elbow.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Minamino is working to avoid the ground and pound but Johnson connects with a decent elbow. #SUB#
Johnson is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Minamino is trying to escape and Johnson transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Minamino is forced to tap! Nice work there by Johnson! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Brooke Johnson! |
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