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Event:
WP 103
Date: May 04, 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 14 wins and 25 losses; Stoned Nelson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 6 losses; Jisoo Oh!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, Phil Schofield and Colin Fotheringham.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Nelson shoots in looking for a takedown but Oh manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Nelson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Oh stuffs the takedown.#CL2#
Oh gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Oh prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stoned Nelson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Oh has clasped his hands together around Nelson's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Nelson (0) vs (4) Oh
Nelson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Oh wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nelson manages to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nelson preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Nelson is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Oh jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Nelson (0) vs (7) Oh#T1#
Nelson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Nelson looking for a sweep but Oh has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Nelson (0) vs (9) Oh
Nelson is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Blacktalians MMA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Nelson is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Nelson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Nelson wants to hold on but Oh pushes him away.
Oh sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T2#
Nelson is looking to improve his position but Oh isn't that keen on the idea.
Nelson is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Oh prevents Nelson from getting the reversal.
Oh avoids the attempt from Nelson to control.
Oh controlling from mount. #T3#
Nelson prevents any damage by holding on tight.
Nelson tries to hold on but Oh pushes him away.
Nelson is working to get back to half guard.
#T4#
Oh controlling the pace for now.
Nelson tries to hold on but Oh pushes him away.
Nelson holds on for dear life.
Nelson wants to control but Oh is having none of it.#T5#
Nelson keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Nelson is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Nelson is looking to improve his position but Oh isn't that keen on the idea.
Oh avoids the attempt from Nelson to control.#T6#
Oh controlling the position easily from mount.
Nelson tries to lock up and control but Oh gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Nelson is looking to get to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T7#
Nelson is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Nelson is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Nelson is working hard here to advance position.
Oh controlling his opponent.
Nelson is looking to improve his position but Oh isn't that keen on the idea.#T8#
Nelson wants to hold on but Oh pushes him away.
Nelson working to try and regain half guard.
Nelson tries to lock up and control but Oh gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T9#
Oh controlling from mount.
Nelson tries to hold on but Oh pushes him away.
Oh controlling the pace for now.
Nelson tries to hold on but Oh postures up.
Nelson 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: Nelson (2) vs (9) Oh
Nelson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T10#
Oh keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully.
Nelson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Oh is keeping the position for now.
Oh pulls Nelson in close to his closed guard and prevents Nelson from doing any damage or advancing position.
Nelson sitting in guard here, content to control. #T11#
Nelson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Oh is keeping the position for now.
Oh keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully.
Oh has his hands on Nelson's head, controlling the position.
Nelson trying to control but Oh is working from the bottom. #T12#
Nelson tries to free his leg and advance position but Oh is retaining full guard.
Nelson is stalling in the full guard.
Nelson trying to move into half guard but instead Oh has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (2) vs (11) Oh
Oh 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.
Oh's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T13#
Oh stopping the sweep attempt from Nelson.
Oh slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Nelson trying to keep a closed guard but Oh is proving a slippery customer.
Nelson looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Oh puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #T14#
Oh is looking to advance position but Nelson won't allow it.
Oh is thwarting Nelson's attempts to control the position.
Oh wants to take a breather but Nelson is having none of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nelson tries to roll over but Oh keeps him under control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Oh wins on points by 11 to 2.
An out of breath Jisoo Oh 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 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 14 wins and 24 losses; Stoned Nelson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 3 losses; Miami Vice!
The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, Paul Tew and Richard Clark.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Vice rushes Nelson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Nelson goes for a takedown attempt but Vice pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Vice tries to clinch but Nelson moves out of range. #CL2#
Vice clinches up with Nelson and pushes him back against the cage.
Vice has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Nelson avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#TD#
Nelson has Vice pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Nelson pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Vice tumbling to the mat - Nelson dives into Vice's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Nelson (2) vs (0) Vice
Nelson passes into half guard.
Vice makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Vice.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nelson stays in close to Vice's body and controls the position.
Vice keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully. #T1#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nelson showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Nelson has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T2#
Nelson looking to pass the guard.
Vice has Nelson pulled in close to control his posture.
Nelson 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.
Vice is trying to keep Nelson in close.
#T3#
Nelson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Our spies down at at Hammer House of Horror inform us that Vice has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Nelson is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Blacktalians MMA that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Nelson looking to pass the guard.
Nelson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Nelson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vice is keeping the position for now. #T4#
Nelson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Nelson'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#
Vice working a defensive guard here.
#T6#
Nelson tries to free his leg and advance position but Vice is retaining full guard.
Nelson trying to control the position from guard on top but Vice is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nelson content to stall in guard here.
Nelson wants to pass the guard but Vice is keeping the position.#T7#
Nelson showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Nelson wants to control from the top but Vice keeps moving.
Vice trying to keep a closed guard but Nelson is proving a slippery customer.
Nelson 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. #T8#
Nelson is looking to advance position but Vice has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Nelson (2) vs (4) Vice
Nelson keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Vice takes Nelson's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Nelson is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Nelson (2) vs (7) Vice
Nelson looking very determined here, making life difficult for Vice.
#T9#
Nelson turns into Vice and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (4) vs (7) Vice
Nelson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Vice swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Nelson controlling from the top position.
Nelson seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Vice for as long as he can get away with.#T10#
Nelson trying to control but Vice is working from the bottom.
Vice wants to sweep but no luck.
Vice keeping full guard, as Nelson tries to pass.
Nelson wants to control from the top but Vice keeps moving. #T11#
Nelson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Vice keeping full guard, as Nelson tries to pass.
Vice wants to improve his position but instead Nelson has moved into half guard.
#SUB#
Nelson is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Vice defends it well.
Nelson content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T12#
Nelson works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Nelson (7) vs (7) Vice
Vice wants to control but Nelson is having none of it.
Nelson controlling his opponent. #T13#
Vice tries to reverse the position but Nelson maintains control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vice stops Nelson from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Nelson wants to control the action but instead Vice gets a body lock and reverses into Nelson's guard! Nice work! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (7) vs (9) Vice
Nelson is controlling Vice's posture.#T14##SUB#
Nelson is looking for a triangle here but Vice uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Nelson (7) vs (12) Vice
Vice trying to control the position but Nelson is working away.
Nelson stops Vice from passing to mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nelson is trying to get back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vice wins on points by 12 to 7.
Miami Vice 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 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 95 wins and 59 losses; Xavier Merlin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 23 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, Richard Clark and Daniel Bishop.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Merlin closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Merlin (4) vs (0) Nelson
Merlin wants to control but Nelson is keeping him busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nelson told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Nelson is looking for a sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nelson prevents Merlin from improving position.
Nelson being controlled for a moment. #T1#
Merlin'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.
Nelson gets back to half guard.
Still in half guard, Merlin seems content to control.#T2#
Merlin trying to mount his opponent but Nelson defends it.
Nelson is staying active underneath Merlin, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Nelson tries to get to full guard but Merlin has control of the leg.
Nelson has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Merlin is working away from the top position though.#T3#
Nelson is looking for a sweep. Merlin is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Merlin wants to take a breather but Nelson is having none of it.
Well, if Merlin 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.
Nelson manages to get to full guard.
Merlin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nelson swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
Merlin's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Merlin preventing the sweep.
Nelson keeping moving, preventing Merlin from controlling successfully.
Nelson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Merlin is one step ahead there.
Nelson is pulling down on Merlin's head to control his posture. #T5#
Nelson keeping moving, preventing Merlin from controlling successfully.
Nelson has control of Merlin's left arm, preventing Merlin from doing any damage.
Merlin passes Nelson's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Nelson is trying to control but can't.
#T6#
Merlin trying to control from half guard but Nelson is working away.
Nelson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Nelson gets back to full guard.
Nelson is trying to control the position but Merlin postures up.
Nelson wants to sweep but no luck.
Nelson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've been hearing good reports from Merlin'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.#T7#
Merlin wants to control from the top but Nelson keeps moving.
Merlin showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Nelson keeping full guard, as Merlin tries to pass.
Nelson has control of Merlin's left arm, preventing Merlin from doing any damage. #T8#
Nelson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Merlin is one step ahead there.
Nelson wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Merlin is now in half guard.
Merlin passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Merlin (7) vs (0) Nelson#T9#
Nelson tries to hold on but Merlin pushes him away.
Merlin takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Nelson is wriggling around trying to escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nelson wants to hold on but Merlin pushes him away.#T10#
Nelson tries to reverse the position but Merlin maintains control.
Nelson manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB2#
Nelson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T11##SUB#
Merlin is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Nelson is looking to improve his position.
Merlin tries to pass to full mount but Nelson defends it.
Merlin is working hard here to advance position.#T12#
Merlin trying to control from half guard but Nelson is working away.
Nelson wants to control but Merlin is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Merlin is trying to control. Nelson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Merlin is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T13#
Nelson moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Nelson is looking for a triangle but Merlin pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Nelson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Nelson keeping moving, preventing Merlin from controlling successfully. #T14#
Merlin is really struggling to control Nelson but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Merlin got a little sloppy there for a moment and Nelson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Merlin has managed to get both his arms back between Nelson's legs - danger averted.
And that's the end of the fight!
Merlin takes the fight on points by 7 to 0.
A victorious Xavier Merlin 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 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 103 wins and 62 losses; Moldy Jello! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 22 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, Sam Margolis and Paul Tew.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Nelson fails with a takedown attempt.
Jello tries to counter with a takedown but Nelson is quick to defend against it.
Jello stuffs the takedown.
No luck for Nelson with that takedown attempt.
Jello half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Moldy Jello has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Stoned Nelson.
Nelson shoots in for a double leg but Jello sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Jello feinted with a counter takedown.
Nelson throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Jello's waist but Jello gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Nelson off to one side.
Jello feinted with a counter takedown.#TD2#
Nelson shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Nelson was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Jello (0) vs (4) Nelson
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nelson takes a little break here. Jello wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jello is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Nelson's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T1#
Jello is looking to improve his position.
Jello has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB2#
Nelson is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Jello doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Nelson. #SUB2#
Nelson is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T2#
Jello wants to improve his position but Nelson is controlling well.
Nelson is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Nelson trying to mount his opponent but Jello defends it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jello wants to control but Nelson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Nelson with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Nelson wants to take a breather but Jello is having none of it. #T3#
Jello holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Nelson is pressing down on Jello's thigh, looking to free his foot. Jello is holding on for now.
Nelson is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Nelson is looking to take a break and control but Jello is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Nelson uses his free foot to push down on Jello's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Jello. Score +3 for passing guard: Jello (0) vs (7) Nelson#T4#
Jello tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Nelson tries to take his opponent's back but Jello turns with him and manages to move into guard on the top. Nice work. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jello (2) vs (7) Nelson
Nelson looking to control.
Nelson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jello is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Nelson looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Jello has picked Nelson up and slammed him! Nelson can't keep hold of the triangle and Jello manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Jello (5) vs (7) Nelson#T5#
Nelson trying to control but Jello flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Jello (8) vs (7) Nelson
Jello is riding his opponent, not letting Nelson buck him off.
Nelson can't escape the position.
Nelson is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Nelson 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.
Jello biding his time, looking for the opening.
#T6#
Jello controlling well, preventing Nelson from escaping the position.
Nelson is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
#T7#
Nelson trying to control the position but Jello manages to sink in the hooks.
Jello has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Nelson's body.
Nelson trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Nelson tries to break free.
#T8#
Jello is trying to stick to Nelson's back but Nelson is turning into Jello. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Jello's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Nelson. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jello (8) vs (9) Nelson#SUB2#
Nelson drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Jello manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Nelson has Jello in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jello (10) vs (9) Nelson
Nelson wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Jello is now in half guard.
Nelson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Jello is taking a breather. Nelson 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.#T9#
Jello prevents Nelson from improving his position.#T10#
Jello passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Jello (13) vs (9) Nelson
Nelson stops Jello from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Jello tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Nelson is trying to escape the mount but Jello keeps good control and instead manages to take Nelson's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Jello (16) vs (9) Nelson#T11#
Nelson just looking to survive in the bad position.
Jello is hanging on to Nelson's back as he tries to escape.
Jello is riding his opponent, not letting Nelson buck him off.
Nelson just trying to survive but Jello is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #T12#
Jello is hanging on to Nelson's back as he tries to escape.
Nelson is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Jello off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
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.
Nelson tries to escape but Jello has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Jello has good solid back control here.
Nelson looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T13#
Jello controls the action.
Nelson can't escape the position.
Jello controls the action.#T14#
Nelson trying to control the position but Jello manages to sink in the hooks.
Jello is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Nelson tries to escape the position.
Nelson is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Jello.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jello'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.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jello takes the fight on points by 16 to 9.
After winning the bout, Moldy Jello 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 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 Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Jisoo Oh! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 22 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, Sam Margolis and Paul Tew.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Oh gets a clinch.
Nelson changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Oh fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Oh is looking to clinch but Nelson is avoiding it.
Nelson fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#TD2#
Nelson fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Oh sprawls well initially but Nelson persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Oh (0) vs (2) Nelson
Oh is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Hammer House of Horror that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Nelson is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Oh doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Nelson.
Nelson is trying to control. Oh wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nelson might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Oh haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Nelson is controlling the pace.
#T1#
Let's hope that Nelson 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.
Oh wants to sweep but Nelson has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Oh (0) vs (5) Nelson
Nelson tries to advance to mount but Oh denies him. #T2##SUB2#
Nelson goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Oh rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Nelson's guard! Nice work there by Oh! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Oh (2) vs (5) Nelson
Nelson keeping full guard, as Oh tries to pass.
Nelson told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Nelson controls Oh momentarily but Oh frees himself. #SUB2#
Nelson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Oh gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Oh won't allow Nelson to sweep him here. #T3#
Nelson is pulling down on Oh's head to control his posture.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Oh preventing the sweep. #T4#
Nelson being controlled here, momentarily.
Nelson is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Nelson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Oh manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Oh (2) vs (7) Nelson#T5#
Nelson wants to pass the guard but Oh is keeping the position.
Nelson trying to control but Oh is working from the bottom.
Nelson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Oh is keeping the position for now. #T6#
Nelson trying to move into half guard but instead Oh has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Oh (4) vs (7) Nelson
Nelson wants to sweep here but Oh controlling him for the moment.
Nelson is trying to keep Oh in close.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nelson wants to control the position but Oh says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Nelson trying to hold on to Oh's head to control him but Oh postures up.
#SUB2#
Nelson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T7#
Nelson is pressing down on Oh's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Oh got a little sloppy there for a moment and Nelson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Oh has managed to get both his arms back between Nelson's legs - danger averted.
Nelson wants to sweep here but Oh controlling him for the moment.
Nelson has Oh pulled in close to control his posture. #T8##SUB2#
Nelson working for a triangle but Oh defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Nelson working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Oh has passed into half guard!
Nelson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T9#
Nelson is holding on to half guard well.
Nelson has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Oh is working away from the top position though.
Nelson is holding on to half guard well.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Oh in particular looking to stall.#T10#
Nelson keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Nelson wants to control but Oh is keeping busy.
Oh seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Nelson tries to roll over but Oh keeps him under control.#T11#
Nelson works his way to full guard. Good work.
Oh trying to control the position from guard on top but Nelson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nelson pulls Oh in to control the position.
Nelson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Oh is one step ahead there.
Nelson has control of Oh's left arm, preventing Oh from doing any damage. #T12#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Nelson is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Oh (4) vs (9) Nelson
Nelson controls from within his opponent's guard.
Nelson trying to control the position from guard on top but Oh is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T13#
Oh wants to sweep here but Nelson controlling him for the moment.
Nelson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Nelson being controlled here momentarily. #T14#
Nelson trying to control but Oh is working from the bottom.
Oh being controlled here, momentarily.
Nelson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Oh swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nelson wins on points by 9 to 4.
A very excited looking Stoned Nelson 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 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 Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Jisoo Oh! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 22 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, Phil Schofield and Donald Grub.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Nelson shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Nelson showed some decent athleticism there. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Oh (0) vs (2) Nelson
Nelson controlling the action here.
Nelson's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Nelson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Oh keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Oh is defending against the submission attempts here by Nelson.
#T1#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Nelson in particular looking to stall.
Oh is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Hammer House of Horror that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Nelson wants to pass the guard but Oh is defending well. #T2#
Nelson content to control rather than advance.
Nelson trying to control the action but Oh is working from the bottom.
Well, if Nelson 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#
Nelson stalling away here and it's allowed Oh to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Nelson told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Nelson trying to control but Oh is working from the bottom.
Oh looking to 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.#T4#
Nelson stays in close to Oh's body and controls the position.
Nelson trying to control but Oh is working from the bottom.
Nelson controls the pace of the fight 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.
Oh controls Nelson momentarily but Nelson frees himself.
Nelson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T5#
Nelson forces his way into half guard.
Nelson looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Nelson is trying to control the action in half guard but Oh is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T6#
Nelson is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Nelson uses his free foot to push down on Oh's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Oh (0) vs (5) Nelson
Nelson controlling from mount.
It looks like Nelson might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T7#
Nelson is looking to work his way around to Oh's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position. #SUB2#
Oh defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Nelson.
Nelson controlling from the full mount.
Nelson wants to take Oh's back but he can't do it this time.
Nelson trying to control but Oh is having none of it. #T8#
Oh tries to hold on but Nelson postures up.
Nelson tries to control but Oh wriggling away.
Nelson is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#SUB2#
Nelson working for a guillotine from mount but Oh is in no mood to give up. #T9#
Nelson tries to control but Oh wriggling away.
Nelson moves to take his opponent's back. Score +3 for taking back: Oh (0) vs (8) Nelson
Nelson is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Nelson is looking to control Oh but Oh is wriggling around and keeping busy. #T10#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#SUB2#
Nelson is persistently looking for the submission but Oh is defending it well.
Oh is breathing heavily.
Nelson trying to control.#T11#
Nelson keeps control of the position easily here as Oh tries to buck him off.
#SUB2#
Nelson tightening his grip on Oh, looking for the choke. #SUB2#
Nelson looking for the choke from the back. #T12#
Oh staying busy and making it hard for Nelson to control. #SUB2#
Nelson patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#SUB2#
Oh fending off the submission attempt from Nelson.
Well,Oh is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?#SUB2#
Nelson looking to break Oh's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Oh remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Nelson will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#T13#
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Nelson's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Nelson really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Oh.#SUB2#
Oh defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Nelson's arms.
A lull in the action here.
#T14#
Nelson controlling from the back.
Oh is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Nelson is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Oh defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Oh is keeping busy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nelson wins on points by 8 to 0.
Stoned Nelson 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 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 New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 22 losses; Stoned Nelson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 63 wins and 67 losses; Shane MacGowan!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, Paul Tew and Daniel Bishop.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
MacGowan shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Nelson's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Nelson (0) vs (2) MacGowan
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.#SUB#
Nelson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. MacGowan defends it easily.
Nelson has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
MacGowan trying to control the position from guard on top but Nelson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
MacGowan drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Nelson manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now MacGowan has Nelson in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (2) vs (2) MacGowan
MacGowan pulls Nelson in to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nelson preventing the sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
MacGowan has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
MacGowan being controlled here, momentarily. #T1#
MacGowan trying to control the position here.
Nelson is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Blacktalians MMA II that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Nelson content to stall in guard here.
MacGowan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nelson is one step ahead there.
MacGowan keeping full guard, as Nelson tries to pass.
MacGowan is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2#
MacGowan 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.
MacGowan wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
MacGowan tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
MacGowan looking to control.
MacGowan 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.
MacGowan has Nelson pulled in close to control his posture.
Nelson wants to pass the guard but MacGowan is keeping the position.
Nelson trying to control the position from guard on top but MacGowan 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.#T3##SUB2#
MacGowan is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
MacGowan is trying to control the position but Nelson postures up.
MacGowan keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully.
MacGowan working a defensive guard here.
Nelson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. MacGowan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
MacGowan wants to control but Nelson passes easily into half guard.
MacGowan is looking for a sweep. Nelson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Nelson not doing much here.
#T4##SUB#
Nelson is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. MacGowan doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Nelson.
The fighters are battling for position here. MacGowan manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Nelson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. MacGowan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Nelson 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.
Nelson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T5#
Nelson trying to control but MacGowan is working from the bottom.
MacGowan wants to hit a sweep here but Nelson passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for MacGowan there! Score +3 for passing guard: Nelson (5) vs (2) MacGowan
Nelson controlling the pace for now.
Nelson seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but MacGowan is holding on tight.
Nelson prevents MacGowan from getting the reversal.#SUB#
Nelson has control of MacGowan's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and MacGowan regains control of the situation pretty easily.
MacGowan is looking to improve his position but Nelson isn't that keen on the idea.#T6#
MacGowan is still trying to improve position.
Nelson looking to control but MacGowan is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB#
Nelson moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, MacGowan has worked his arm free - good work by MacGowan!
MacGowan regains half guard.
MacGowan trying to control here.
MacGowan is looking to improve his position.
MacGowan wants to control but Nelson passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Nelson (8) vs (2) MacGowan#T7#
Nelson is looking to take a break and control but MacGowan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
MacGowan is looking to reverse the position.
Nelson controls the position from side control.
MacGowan tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Nelson wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Nelson is looking to take a break and control but MacGowan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
MacGowan sneaks back into half guard.#T8#
MacGowan is looking to improve his position.
Nelson wants to control but MacGowan is keeping him busy.
Nelson looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Nelson tries to pass to full mount but MacGowan defends it.
Nelson is thwarting MacGowan's attempts to control the position.
Nelson takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
MacGowan gets back to full guard.
#T9#
MacGowan wants to sweep but no luck.
MacGowan working a defensive guard but Nelson manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Nelson (11) vs (2) MacGowan
Nelson wants to control but MacGowan is keeping him busy.
Nelson advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Nelson (13) vs (2) MacGowan
MacGowan working to try and regain half guard.
MacGowan prevents Nelson from taking his back.
Nelson avoids the attempt from MacGowan to control.#T10#
Nelson controlling his opponent.
Nelson tries to control but MacGowan wriggling away.
Nelson controlling from mount.
Nelson seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but MacGowan is holding on tight.
Nelson can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as MacGowan is looking to escape.
Nelson is really struggling to control MacGowan but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T11#
Nelson manages to capitalize on a mistake by MacGowan to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Nelson (16) vs (2) MacGowan
MacGowan manages to reverse the position and now he's in Nelson's guard. Nice work there by MacGowan.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (16) vs (4) MacGowan
Nelson looking to hit a scissor sweep but MacGowan is one step ahead there.
MacGowan postures up.
#SUB#
Nelson looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
MacGowan trying to control the position from guard on top but Nelson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
MacGowan controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
MacGowan is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Nelson is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Nelson has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (18) vs (4) MacGowan#T12#
MacGowan being controlled here, momentarily.
Nelson stopping the sweep attempt from MacGowan.
MacGowan is trying to control the position but Nelson postures up.
Nelson trying to control but MacGowan is working from the bottom.
MacGowan looking to control but Nelson passes into half guard.
MacGowan is looking to improve his position.
#T13#
Nelson content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
MacGowan is looking to improve his position.
MacGowan has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Nelson is working away from the top position though.
Nelson is keen to just control but MacGowan is a slippery customer.
Nelson trying to control the pace.
Nelson is looking to advance position but MacGowan won't allow it. #T14#
MacGowan trying to control but Nelson postures up.
#SUB2#
MacGowan looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
MacGowan is trying to maintain the position but Nelson is very close to passing his half guard.
MacGowan tries to roll over but Nelson keeps him under control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
MacGowan is pressing down on Nelson's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nelson takes the fight on points by 18 to 4.
During a confident post fight interview, Stoned Nelson thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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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 84 wins and 55 losses; Bogdan Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 21 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, Sam Margolis and William Gold.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Kersikov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Nelson.
Nelson shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Kersikov sprawls well. Kersikov wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Nelson gets slowly back to his feet.
Nelson shoots in for a takedown but Kersikov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Bogdan Kersikov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Stoned Nelson.
Nelson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Nelson fails with a takedown attempt.
Nelson shoots in looking for a takedown but Kersikov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Nelson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Kersikov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#TD2#
Nelson manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Kersikov on his heels. He'll look to pass Kersikov's guard now, I'm sure. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kersikov (0) vs (2) Nelson
Kersikov is pulling down on Nelson's head to control his posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nelson trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kersikov controlling the position.#T1#
Nelson sitting in guard here, content to control.
Kersikov seems keen to control Nelson's posture.
Nelson passes Kersikov's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T2#
Kersikov tries to get to full guard but Nelson has control of the leg.
Well, if Nelson 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.
Kersikov tries to get to full guard but Nelson has control of the leg.
Nelson is keen to just control but Kersikov is a slippery customer.#T3#
Kersikov moves into full guard.
Nelson trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Nelson is stalling in the full guard.
Nelson told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Nelson preventing the sweep.
Nelson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Nelson trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom. #T4#
Nelson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Nelson is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Kersikov is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Kersikov has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (2) Nelson
Nelson has control of Kersikov's left arm, preventing Kersikov from doing any damage.
Kersikov 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. #T5#
Nelson looking for a sweep. Not yet Nelson, not yet. #SUB2#
Nelson is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Kersikov postures up.
Nelson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Nelson looking to control.
#T6##SUB2#
Nelson looking for a guillotine here but Kersikov defends easily.
#SUB2#
Nelson is looking for a triangle here but Kersikov uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (5) vs (2) Nelson
Kersikov moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Kersikov (7) vs (2) Nelson
Nelson is desperately trying to improve his position but Kersikov has a good base and remains in mount.#T7#
Kersikov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Nelson looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (10) vs (2) Nelson
Nelson rolls, trying to escape but Kersikov keeps control of the position.
#T8#
Kersikov controlling the position well here. Nelson rolled but Kersikov kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Kersikov'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.
Nelson trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T9#
I would not like to be Nelson right now.
#T10#
I really don't envy Nelson right now.
Nelson is still trying to improve position.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Kersikov controlling the positon.
Kersikov gets his hands free as Nelson looks to control.
Kersikov is riding his opponent, not letting Nelson buck him off.
Nelson is really stuck here.
#T11##SUB#
Nelson is trying to roll into a better position but Kersikov has get a rear naked choke and Nelson is forced to tap out! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bogdan Kersikov!
A victorious Bogdan Kersikov 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 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 10 wins and 21 losses; Stoned Nelson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 63 wins and 65 losses; Shane MacGowan!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, Phil Schofield and James Ackerman.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Horrible takedown attempt by MacGowan or perhaps it was just good defense by Nelson, which made it look bad. #TD#
Nelson shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Nelson (2) vs (0) MacGowan
Nelson stalling.
Nelson wants to lay and pray for a moment but MacGowan keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacGowan is trying to maintain the position but Nelson is very close to passing his half guard.
MacGowan is looking for a sweep. Nelson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Nelson trying to control the action but MacGowan is working from the bottom. #T1#
MacGowan is looking to improve his position.
MacGowan wants to control but Nelson is keeping busy.
MacGowan makes his way to full guard. A much better position for MacGowan.
Nelson is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Blacktalians MMA II that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
MacGowan not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Nelson's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Nelson is pushing down on MacGowan's leg trying to pass to half guard. MacGowan is fighting to maintain full guard but Nelson has managed to sneak the leg through.
MacGowan trying to control from the bottom.
#T2#
Nelson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but MacGowan does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Nelson is looking for a kimura here.
MacGowan is pressing down on Nelson's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Nelson trying to control but MacGowan is working from the bottom.
MacGowan is trying to keep Nelson in close.
Nelson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. MacGowan is keeping the position for now. #T3#
Nelson sitting in guard, not really doing much.
MacGowan looking for a sweep. Not yet MacGowan, not yet.
MacGowan is trying to keep Nelson in close.
Nelson wants to control from the top but MacGowan keeps moving.
MacGowan has Nelson pulled in close to control his posture.
MacGowan 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.
Nelson trying to control the position from guard on top but MacGowan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
MacGowan is trying to keep Nelson in close.
Nelson 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.
MacGowan not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Nelson trying to control the position from guard on top but MacGowan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nelson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
MacGowan not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T5#
Nelson looking to sit in guard and control but MacGowan gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (2) vs (2) MacGowan#SUB#
Nelson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. MacGowan gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Nelson looking for a guillotine here but MacGowan defends easily.
Nelson is trying to keep MacGowan in close.
MacGowan wants to control from the top but Nelson keeps moving. #T6#
MacGowan looking to sit in guard and control but Nelson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (4) vs (2) MacGowan
MacGowan lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (4) vs (4) MacGowan
MacGowan wants to control from the top but Nelson keeps moving.
Nelson is trying to control the position 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.
MacGowan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nelson is keeping the position for now.
MacGowan passes Nelson's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Nelson trying to hold on to MacGowan's head to control him but MacGowan postures up.
#T7##SUB2#
MacGowan is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nelson sees it coming and defends easily.
Nelson makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Nelson.
MacGowan wants to control from the top but Nelson keeps moving. #SUB#
Nelson looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Nelson keeping moving, preventing MacGowan from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Nelson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. MacGowan doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Nelson is tightening it up a little... MacGowan has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! MacGowan reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! MacGowan taps out! Nice BJJ there by Nelson!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Stoned Nelson!
A very excited looking Stoned Nelson 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 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 20 wins and 17 losses; Roman Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 20 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, James Glass and James Ackerman.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Kersikov is defended easily by Nelson.
Kersikov shoots in and drives through. Nelson sprawls well.
Nelson shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Kersikov defends it nicely.#TD#
Kersikov shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Nelson napping and manages to drive through into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Kersikov (4) vs (0) Nelson
Nelson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Kersikov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
You can see the frustration on Nelson'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.#T1#
Nelson trying to remain calm as Kersikov controls from the top position.
Nelson is trying to get back to half guard.
Nelson is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T2#
Kersikov is staying tight to Nelson's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Kersikov advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Kersikov (6) vs (0) Nelson
Kersikov avoids the attempt from Nelson to control.
Nelson working to try and regain half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Kersikov controlling his opponent.
Nelson told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Nelson tries to hold on but Kersikov pushes him away. #T4#
Kersikov prevents Nelson from getting the reversal.
Nelson tries to hold on but Kersikov pushes him away.
Nelson really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Nelson controls the position.
Nelson tries to lock up and control but Kersikov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T5#
Kersikov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Nelson sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Nelson works his way to full guard. Good work.
Nelson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kersikov is one step ahead there.
Kersikov postures up.
#T6##SUB2#
Nelson working for a triangle but Kersikov defends it easily.
Kersikov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nelson is keeping the position for now.
Nelson 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.
Nelson wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Kersikov is now in half guard. #T7#
Nelson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Nelson wants to control but Kersikov is keeping busy.
Kersikov wants to pass the guard but Nelson is defending well.
Nelson moves into full guard.
#T8#
Nelson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kersikov is one step ahead there.
Kersikov is pushing down on Nelson's leg trying to pass to half guard. Nelson is fighting to maintain full guard but Kersikov has managed to sneak the leg through.
Nelson is looking to control Kersikov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Nelson avoid being mounted?
Kersikov has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (9) vs (0) Nelson#T9#
Nelson tries to control the position but Kersikov now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (12) vs (0) Nelson
Kersikov keeps control of the position as Nelson tries to break free.
Nelson trying to control the hands but Kersikov breaks the grip.
Nelson breaks Kersikov's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (12) vs (2) Nelson#T10#
Nelson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kersikov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kersikov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kersikov being controlled here, momentarily.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully. #T11#
Nelson slips nicely into half guard.
Nelson working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Kersikov's thigh. Kersikov counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Nelson trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Nelson forces his way into half guard.#T12#
Nelson not doing much here.
Nelson trying to control from half guard but Kersikov is working away.
Kersikov is trying to control but can't.
Nelson is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T13#
Nelson tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kersikov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Kersikov is not content to let Nelson control the position.
Nelson wants to pass the guard but Kersikov is defending well.
Nelson is trying to control. Kersikov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T14#
Kersikov trying to control here.
#SUB2#
Nelson is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Kersikov preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov takes the fight on points by 12 to 2.
Our winner, Roman Kersikov, 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 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 New York, with a TWGC record of 63 wins and 63 losses; Shane MacGowan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 20 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, Colin Fotheringham and James Ackerman.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
MacGowan closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: MacGowan (4) vs (0) Nelson#SUB#
MacGowan thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Nelson manages to get back to half guard.
MacGowan is trying to control. Nelson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
MacGowan is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
MacGowan is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nelson sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
MacGowan is looking for a kimura here.
MacGowan has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB#
MacGowan is trying to work for a kimura but Nelson is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nelson is trying to get back to full guard.#T1##SUB#
MacGowan wants to work for an arm triangle but Nelson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Nelson told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.#SUB#
MacGowan is working for a submission of some sort.
MacGowan prevents Nelson from improving his position.
Nelson trying to control here.
#SUB#
Nelson is defending against the submission attempts here by MacGowan.
#SUB#
MacGowan is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T2##SUB#
MacGowan is trying to work for a kimura but Nelson is defending well.
#SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
MacGowan is working for a submission of some sort.
Nelson trying to control here.
Nelson is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
MacGowan is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
MacGowan is working for a submission of some sort.
#T3#
Nelson keeping control of the position. #SUB#
MacGowan is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nelson is looking for a sweep. MacGowan is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Nelson regains full guard. Nicely done.
Nelson managing to control the position.
MacGowan passes Nelson's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
MacGowan is looking for a kimura but Nelson is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for MacGowan to get the leverage. #T4#
The fighters are battling for position here. Nelson manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Nelson working for a triangle but MacGowan defends it easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
MacGowan wants to control from the top but Nelson keeps moving.
Nelson keeping full guard, as MacGowan tries to pass.
Nelson keeping moving, preventing MacGowan from controlling successfully. #SUB#
MacGowan drops back, looking for a kneebar! Nelson looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Nelson looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Nelson! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: MacGowan (4) vs (4) Nelson
MacGowan is looking for a sweep.#T5#
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
MacGowan wants to control but Nelson postures up.
Nelson trying to control the action but MacGowan is working from the bottom.
MacGowan is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Nelson is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, MacGowan has escaped the position, nice work there.
MacGowan manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T6#
MacGowan is staying active underneath Nelson, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
MacGowan looking for submissions off his back.
MacGowan is not content to let Nelson control the position.
MacGowan tries to get to full guard but Nelson has control of the leg.
MacGowan is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#SUB#
MacGowan looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
MacGowan is trying to maintain the position but Nelson is very close to passing his half guard.#T7#
MacGowan wants to improve his position but Nelson is controlling well.
Nelson with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB2#
Nelson is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Nelson takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
MacGowan trying to hold on to Nelson's head to control him but Nelson postures up.
MacGowan moves into full guard.
#T8#
Nelson postures up.
Nelson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
MacGowan looking to control but Nelson passes into half guard.
MacGowan is positioning himself well to prevent Nelson advancing to mount.
MacGowan is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
MacGowan is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Nelson seems to be looking for submissions.
#T9#
Nelson wants to free his trapped foot but MacGowan is holding on for dear life with his legs.
MacGowan is trying to maintain the position but Nelson is very close to passing his half guard.
Nelson wants to free his trapped foot but MacGowan is holding on for dear life with his legs.
MacGowan has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Nelson is working away from the top position though.
MacGowan wants to improve his position but Nelson is controlling well.
#T10#
Nelson looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Nelson uses his free foot to push down on MacGowan's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for MacGowan. Score +3 for passing guard: MacGowan (4) vs (7) Nelson
Nelson moves to take his opponent's back. Score +3 for taking back: MacGowan (4) vs (10) Nelson
MacGowan wants to escape the position.
#SUB2#
MacGowan showing good submission defense here.
Nelson controlling from the back.#T11#
Nelson keeps control of the position as MacGowan tries to break free.
MacGowan tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
MacGowan tries to hold on but Nelson pushes him away.
MacGowan really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Nelson content just to control the position here. #T12#
MacGowan tries to control the position but Nelson now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: MacGowan (4) vs (13) Nelson
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.
MacGowan trying to control the hands but Nelson breaks the grip.
MacGowan tries to roll but Nelson sticks to his back.
MacGowan trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
I would not like to be MacGowan right now.
#T13#
Nelson avoiding MacGowan 's attempts to control his hands. #SUB2#
Nelson is persistently looking for the submission but MacGowan is defending it well.
MacGowan is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Nelson is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. MacGowan defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Nelson biding his time, looking for the opening.
#T14#
Nelson is trying to stick to MacGowan's back but MacGowan is turning into Nelson. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Nelson's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by MacGowan. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacGowan (6) vs (13) Nelson#SUB#
MacGowan is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Nelson is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Nelson has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacGowan (6) vs (15) Nelson
Nelson trying to control but MacGowan is working from the bottom.
Nelson wants to pass the guard but MacGowan is keeping the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
MacGowan trying to keep a closed guard but Nelson is proving a slippery customer.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now MacGowan is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacGowan (8) vs (15) Nelson
And that's the end of the fight!
Nelson wins on points by 15 to 8.
An out of breath Stoned Nelson 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 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 65 wins and 49 losses; The Reverend Jim Ignatowski! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 19 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, Daniel Bishop and James Ackerman.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Ignatowski 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. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ignatowski (2) vs (0) Nelson
Nelson controlling Ignatowski's posture.
Ignatowski pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nelson is keeping the position for now.
Ignatowski trying to control the position from guard on top but Nelson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nelson 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: Ignatowski (2) vs (2) Nelson
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nelson wants to pass to mount but Ignatowski is defending the position.
Nelson seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T1#
Ignatowski wants to improve his position but Nelson is controlling well.
Nelson not doing much here.
Ignatowski 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.
Ignatowski trying to control here.
Ignatowski has his hands clasped together around Nelson's back. He's all about the action.
Ignatowski is trying to control but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Ignatowski wants to get back to full guard.
Ignatowski has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Nelson is working away from the top position though.
Nelson is taking a breather. Ignatowski 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.
Ignatowski gets back to full guard.
Nelson postures up.
Nelson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T3#
Ignatowski wants to sweep but no luck.
Nelson wants to control from the top but Ignatowski keeps moving.
Ignatowski trying to control the position.
Ignatowski is looking to sweep but instead, Nelson has passed into half guard.
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.#SUB2#
Nelson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T4#
Nelson is keen to just control but Ignatowski is a slippery customer.
Ignatowski trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Nelson manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Ignatowski (2) vs (5) Nelson
Ignatowski is looking to get to half guard.
Ignatowski tries to lock up and control but Nelson gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Nelson looking to control but Ignatowski is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T5#
Nelson content just to control the position here.
Nelson can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ignatowski is looking to escape.
Nelson is looking to work his way around to Ignatowski's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Ignatowski 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: Ignatowski (4) vs (5) Nelson
Ignatowski tries to free his leg and advance position but Nelson is retaining full guard.
Nelson looking to control.
#T6#
Ignatowski controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB2#
Nelson has his foot on Ignatowski's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ignatowski works his way back into a safe position though.
Ignatowski wants to control from the top but Nelson keeps moving. #SUB2#
Nelson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ignatowski doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ignatowski manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T7#
Nelson wants to control but Ignatowski passes easily into half guard.
Ignatowski sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB#
Ignatowski is trying to work for a kimura but Nelson is defending well.
Nelson has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ignatowski is working away from the top position though.#T8#
Nelson wants to control but Ignatowski passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ignatowski (7) vs (5) Nelson
Nelson is looking to regain half guard here but Ignatowski keeps moving and retains side control.
Ignatowski 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 Nelson's shoulder. That is not cool.
Nelson manages to get back to half guard.
Ignatowski is controlling the pace.
Nelson keeping hold of Ignatowski's head, controlling as best he can. #T9#
Ignatowski prevents Nelson from improving his position.
Ignatowski looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Ignatowski performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Ignatowski passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ignatowski (10) vs (5) Nelson#T10#
Ignatowski takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Nelson keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Nelson is still trying to improve position.
Ignatowski fails to move to back control. #T11#
Ignatowski looking to control but Nelson is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Ignatowski pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Nelson regains half guard.
Nelson trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Ignatowski manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Ignatowski (13) vs (5) Nelson
Nelson reaches up to try and control the position but Ignatowski seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Nelson rolls and tries to escape and now Ignatowski has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Ignatowski (16) vs (5) Nelson#T12#
Ignatowski tries to get the hooks in deep but Nelson pushed the leg off.
Ignatowski keeps control of the position easily here as Nelson tries to buck him off.
Ignatowski looking to hold on to the position here but Nelson rolls and ends up regaining guard.
Nelson wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Ignatowski trying to control the position from guard on top but Nelson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T13#
Ignatowski controlling from the top position.
Nelson looking for a sweep. Not yet Nelson, not yet.
Ignatowski trying to control but Nelson is working from the bottom.
Ignatowski pushing down on Nelson's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Nelson 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.
Nelson wants to get back to full guard.#T14#
Ignatowski perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Ignatowski has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Nelson has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ignatowski is working away from the top position though.
Ignatowski is looking to advance position but Nelson won't allow it.
Nelson is looking to control Ignatowski's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Nelson avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Ignatowski is working for a kimura but Nelson is defending it quite comfortably.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ignatowski tries to pass to full mount but Nelson defends it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ignatowski takes the fight on points by 16 to 5.
The Reverend Jim Ignatowski 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 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 18 wins and 16 losses; Roman Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 18 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are James Atkins, Chris Edwards and Steven Brown.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Kersikov closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Kersikov (4) vs (0) Nelson
Nelson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Kersikov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Kersikov tries to move into full mount but can't pass Nelson's legs.
Nelson regains half guard.
Nelson is staying active underneath Kersikov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Nelson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kersikov sitting and controlling from the half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T1#
Nelson is looking to improve his position.
Kersikov controlling the action here.
Nelson is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
Kersikov is thwarting Nelson's attempts to control the position.
Nelson told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Kersikov sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Nelson wants to improve his position but Kersikov is controlling well.
#T3#
Nelson trying to hold on to Kersikov's head to control him but Kersikov postures up.
Still in half guard, Kersikov seems content to control.
Nelson 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.
Kersikov wants to pass to mount but Nelson is defending the position.
Nelson trying to control here.
#T4#
Kersikov is taking a breather. Nelson 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.
Nelson regains full guard. Nicely done.
Nelson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kersikov wants to control from the top but Nelson keeps moving.
Nelson looking for a sweep. Not yet Nelson, not yet. #T5#
Nelson is trying to keep Kersikov in close.
#SUB2#
Nelson working for submissions but it's allowed Kersikov to get to half guard.
Nelson tries to get to full guard but Kersikov has control of the leg.
Kersikov trying to advance position but Nelson counters by regaining guard. #T6#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Nelson holds on and takes a little breather.
Nelson trying to control the position.
Nelson is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Kersikov wants to control from the top but Nelson keeps moving. #SUB2#
Nelson working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Kersikov has passed into half guard!
#T7#
Nelson trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (7) vs (0) Nelson
Nelson tries to hold on but Kersikov postures up.
Nelson wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (10) vs (0) Nelson
Nelson tries to roll but Kersikov sticks to his back.
#T8#
Nelson is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Kersikov has good solid back control here.
Kersikov wants to control the position but Nelson frees himself and scrambles - Kersikov manages to regain control in side control.
Nelson tries to buck Kersikov off but Kersikov is having none of it.
Kersikov happy to just control the position for now.
Nelson is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.#T9#
Nelson can't do much from the bottom here.
Nelson is looking to reverse the position.#T10#
Kersikov trying to control the action but Nelson is working from the bottom.
Kersikov is staying tight to Nelson's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Kersikov advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Kersikov (12) vs (0) Nelson
Nelson gets back to half guard.#T11#
Kersikov tries to pass to full mount but Nelson defends it. #SUB2#
Nelson actively working from the bottom here.
Nelson tries to roll over but Kersikov keeps him under control.
Kersikov wants to pass the guard but Nelson is defending well.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T12#
Nelson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Nelson trying to hold on to Kersikov's head to control him but Kersikov postures up.
#T13#
Kersikov sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Kersikov prevents Nelson from improving his position.
Nelson is trying to maintain the position but Kersikov is very close to passing his half guard.
Nelson trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Kersikov manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (15) vs (0) Nelson#T14#
Nelson holds on for dear life, controlling Kersikov's posture momentarily.
Kersikov controlling his opponent.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kersikov is trying to take his opponent's back.
Nelson is looking to get to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov takes the fight on points by 15 to 0.
Roman Kersikov thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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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 95 wins and 58 losses; Moldy Jello! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 17 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are James Atkins, Andrew Berry and William Gold.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Nelson closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Jello's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Jello (0) vs (2) Nelson
Nelson trying to control but Jello is working from the bottom.
Nelson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Jello swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Nelson keeps trying to improve his position.
Nelson sitting in guard, not really doing much.
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.
Jello 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#
Nelson wants to pass the guard but Jello is keeping the position.
Jello looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Nelson told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Jello keeping full guard, as Nelson tries to pass.
Nelson trying to move into half guard but instead Jello has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jello (2) vs (2) Nelson
Nelson has Jello pulled in close to control his posture.
Jello pushing down on Nelson's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T2#
Jello is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB2#
Nelson looking for submissions off his back.
Nelson wants to get back to full guard.
Nelson wants to control the action here but instead Jello manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Jello (5) vs (2) Nelson#T3#
Nelson is trying desperately to improve position.
Nelson wants to control but Jello is having none of it.
Jello takes Nelson's back. Score +3 for taking back: Jello (8) vs (2) Nelson
Jello biding his time, looking for the opening.
Nelson tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Jello prevents Nelson from getting the reversal.#T4#
Nelson is squirming around, avoiding Jello's attempts to control the action.
Jello sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Jello is trying to take his opponent's back.
Nelson can't escape the position.
#T5#
Jello manages to capitalize on a mistake by Nelson to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Jello (11) vs (2) Nelson
Nelson tries to escape the position.
Jello really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Nelson.
Nelson tries to escape but Jello has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T6#
Nelson is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Nelson has the hand control, trying to stop the rear naked choke.
Nelson is trying to break free.
Jello controls the position.
Jello has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T7#
Jello not allowing Nelson to control his hands.
Jello controlling the position well here. Nelson rolled but Jello kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Nelson trying to control the hands but Jello breaks the grip. #T8#
Nelson wants to escape the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nelson rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Still in half guard, Jello seems content to control.
Nelson wants to get back to full guard but Jello has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Jello (14) vs (2) Nelson#T9#
Jello avoids the attempt from Nelson to control.
Nelson tries to improve his position but instead Jello has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Jello (17) vs (2) Nelson
Jello has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Nelson's body.
Jello'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.
Jello controlling well, preventing Nelson from escaping the position.
#T10#
Good control from Jello.
Will Jello go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Nelson wants to control his opponent's hands but Jello gets his hands free.
Nelson is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Jello off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Nelson might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Jello haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Nelson can't escape the position.
#T11#
Jello trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Nelson doesn't escape.
Despite being in a bad position, Nelson is controlling the hands, preventing any submission attempts.
Nelson wants to escape the position.
Jello controlling from the back.
Jello not allowing Nelson to control his hands. #T12#
Nelson tries to break free.
Jello 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.
Nelson is really stuck here.
Jello 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.
Nelson looking very determined here, making life difficult for Jello.
I really don't envy Nelson right now.
#T13#
Nelson looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Jello biding his time, controlling Nelson.
Nelson trying to control but not successfully.
Jello biding his time, looking for the opening.
#T14##SUB#
Nelson is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
You can see the frustration on Nelson's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jello takes the fight on points by 17 to 2.
During a confident post fight interview, Moldy Jello thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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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 New York, with a TWGC record of 94 wins and 58 losses; Moldy Jello! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 16 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, Daniel Bishop and Sam Margolis.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Nelson 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. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Jello (0) vs (2) Nelson
Nelson trying to control the position from guard on top but Jello is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nelson looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jello keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully.
Nelson tries to free his leg and advance position but Jello is retaining full guard. #T1#
Nelson showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Nelson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Jello swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Jello keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully.
Nelson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Jello can't keep his opponent in guard - Nelson advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T2#
Jello trying to hold on to Nelson's head to control him but Nelson postures up.
Nelson tries to pass to full mount but Jello defends it. #SUB2#
Nelson seems to be working for a kimura but Jello defends the submission attempt.
Jello is trying to control but can't.
#T3#
Jello is refusing to be controlled, as Nelson sits in half guard.
Nelson is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Jello wants to sweep here but Nelson controlling him for the moment.
Jello manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Nelson manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jello (2) vs (2) Nelson
Jello preventing the sweep.
Jello looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T4#
Jello postures up.
Nelson pulls Jello in close to his closed guard and prevents Jello from doing any damage or advancing position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Nelson trying to keep a closed guard but Jello is proving a slippery customer.
Nelson being controlled here, momentarily. #T5#
Nelson has Jello pulled in close to control his posture.
Nelson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Jello pushes down on Nelson's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Jello has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Jello performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T6#
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.
Nelson trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Jello manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Jello (5) vs (2) Nelson
Nelson is looking to get to half guard.#T7#
Nelson is still trying to improve position.
Jello content just to control the position here.
Nelson is desperately trying to improve his position but Jello has a good base and remains in mount.#T8#
Jello tries to control but Nelson wriggling away.
Nelson tries to lock up and control but Jello gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Jello controlling from mount. #T9#
Nelson wants to hold on but Jello pushes him away.
Nelson manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Jello is pressing down on Nelson's thigh, looking to free his foot. Nelson is holding on for now.
Nelson works his way to full guard. Good work.
Jello trying to control the position from guard on top but Nelson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T10#
Jello controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Jello slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Jello (8) vs (2) Nelson
Nelson is trying to get back to half guard.
Jello trying to control the action but Nelson is working from the bottom.
Jello controls the position.#T11#
Jello wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nelson keeps working.
Nelson is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Jello is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Jello (10) vs (2) Nelson
Nelson is trying desperately to improve position.
Jello content just to control the position here.
Jello has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T12#
Nelson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Nelson has given up his back. Will we see Jello going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Jello (13) vs (2) Nelson
Nelson is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T13#
Nelson is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Jello.
Nelson tries to escape but Jello has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Nelson is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Jello off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#T14#
Jello just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Nelson tries to roll but Jello sticks to his back.
Nelson 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.
Nelson is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Jello.
Nelson prevents Jello from getting a body triangle.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nelson is in bad spot here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jello takes the fight on points by 13 to 2.
An out of breath Moldy Jello 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 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 9 wins and 15 losses; Stoned Nelson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 11 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, Phil Schofield and Donald Grub.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Kersikov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Nelson but Nelson pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Kersikov shoots in for a takedown but Nelson shows good takedown defense. #TD#
Nelson 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: Nelson (4) vs (0) Kersikov
Kersikov trying to remain calm as Nelson controls from the top position.
Nelson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kersikov keeps working.
Nelson is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Kersikov will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Nelson in the domination position with Kersikov hanging on.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov is trying to control Nelson's posture but Nelson avoids it.
Nelson slows the pace down. #T1#
Nelson is looking to take a break and control but Kersikov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Nelson is really struggling to control Kersikov but he's trying to hold on to the position.
This fight is sponsored by Chainsaw 7. More blood and guts and stuff like that, in cinemas everywhere now!#T2#
Kersikov is not content to let Nelson control the position.
Kersikov prevents Nelson from moving into mount.
Kersikov tries to improve position but can't.
Nelson is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Kersikov will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#SUB#
Nelson wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Kersikov, who protects the arm well. #T3#
Nelson wants to control but Kersikov is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Nelson swings around for an armbar but Kersikov sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Nelson's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (4) vs (2) Kersikov
Nelson controls Kersikov momentarily but Kersikov frees himself.
Nelson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kersikov slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T4#
Nelson working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Nelson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Nelson is looking to sweep but instead, Kersikov has passed into half guard.
Nelson is trying to get back to full guard.#T5#
Nelson trying to control here.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Nelson is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Blacktalians MMA II, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
It looks like Kersikov 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.
Nelson moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T6#
Nelson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (6) vs (2) Kersikov
Nelson trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kersikov keeping full guard, as Nelson tries to pass.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kersikov pulls Nelson in to control the position. #T7#
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully.
Nelson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kersikov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kersikov being controlled here, momentarily. #T8#
Nelson looking to sit in guard and control but Kersikov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (6) vs (4) Kersikov
Kersikov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Nelson trying to control the position.
#T9#
Nelson working a defensive guard but Kersikov manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Nelson (6) vs (7) Kersikov
Nelson tries to buck Kersikov off but Kersikov is having none of it.
Kersikov slows the pace down.
Nelson is looking for a sweep.#T10#
Nelson trying to remain calm as Kersikov controls from the top position.
Nelson gets back to half guard.
Nelson trying to control here.
Kersikov controlling the action here.
Nelson keeps control of the position for the meantime. #T11#
Nelson trying to control from the bottom.
Nelson is looking for a sweep. Kersikov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kersikov passes into side control, despite Nelson's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Nelson (6) vs (10) Kersikov#T12#
Nelson can't do much from the bottom here.
Nelson is looking to regain half guard here but Kersikov keeps moving and retains side control.
Kersikov is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Nelson will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T13#
Nelson is looking to regain half guard here but Kersikov keeps moving and retains side control.
Nelson prevents Kersikov from improving position.
Nelson is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T14#
Nelson gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Nelson is trying to get back to full guard.
Kersikov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Nelson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kersikov pulls his head out easily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov wins on points by 10 to 6.
After winning the bout, Roman Kersikov 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 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 41 wins and 52 losses; Strega Notturna! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 14 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, Richard Clark and William Gold.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Nelson looks for a takedown but Notturna sprawls well.#TD2#
Nelson drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Notturna (0) vs (2) Nelson
Notturna looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Nelson trying to control the position from guard on top but Notturna is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nelson tries to free his leg and advance position but Notturna is retaining full guard.
Nelson trying to control but Notturna is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nelson looking to pass the guard.
Nelson sitting in guard here, content to control. #T1#
Nelson trying to control but Notturna is working from the bottom.
Nelson showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Nelson stopping the sweep attempt from Notturna.
Nelson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nelson told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Notturna being controlled here, momentarily. #T2#
Nelson wants to control from the top but Notturna keeps moving.
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.
Notturna pulls Nelson in close to prevent any damage.
Nelson controlling from the top position.
Notturna wants to sweep here but Nelson controlling him for the moment. #T3#
Nelson trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Notturna manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Notturna (2) vs (2) Nelson
Notturna is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
Nelson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Notturna doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Notturna manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Notturna's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nelson trying to keep a closed guard but Notturna is proving a slippery customer.
#T4#
Notturna sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Notturna passes Nelson's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Notturna is taking a breather. Nelson 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.
Notturna passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Notturna (5) vs (2) Nelson
Nelson is trying to get back to half guard.
Nelson is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T5#
Notturna is staying tight to Nelson's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Nelson is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Notturna is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Notturna (7) vs (2) Nelson
Notturna controlling his opponent.
Nelson is working to get back to half guard.
Nelson tries to hold on but Notturna pushes him away. #T6#
Nelson is hanging on here. He's in a desperate position.
Nelson's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Notturna takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Notturna works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Notturna (10) vs (2) Nelson#T7#
I really don't envy Nelson right now.
Notturna gets his hands free as Nelson looks to control.
Notturna keeps control of the position easily here as Nelson tries to buck him off.
Notturna controlling well, preventing Nelson from escaping the position.
Nelson is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T8#
I really don't envy Nelson right now.
Notturna biding his time, looking for the opening.
Nelson can't escape the position.
Notturna keeps control of the position easily here as Nelson tries to buck him off.
Nelson wants to escape the position.
#T9#
Notturna really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Nelson.
Nelson tries to escape the position.
Nelson is still trying to improve position.
Notturna controls the position.
Nelson rolls, trying to escape but Notturna keeps control of the position.
#T10#
Notturna is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Nelson is in bad spot here.
Notturna controls the action.#T11#
Notturna tries to keep control of the position but Nelson is staying busy.
Notturna just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
You can see the frustration on Nelson's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Notturna 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 controlling well, preventing Nelson from escaping the position.
#T12#
Notturna is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Nelson is really stuck here.
Notturna 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.
Nelson trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #T13#
Nelson tries to escape but Notturna has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Nelson trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Nelson is in bad spot here.
Notturna controlling from the back.#T14#
Notturna keeps control of the position as Nelson tries to break free.
Nelson is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Notturna takes the fight on points by 10 to 2.
After winning the bout, Strega Notturna 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 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 8 wins and 14 losses; Stoned Nelson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 10 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Phil Schofield and William Gold.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Kersikov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Nelson.
Kersikov dives in and grabs Nelson's left leg, looking for a takedown. Nelson pushes down on Kersikov's head and hops out.
Kersikov tries for a takedown but Nelson sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD#
Nelson scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Nelson (4) vs (0) Kersikov
Kersikov struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Nelson goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Kersikov has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Nelson but great work by Kersikov. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Nelson (4) vs (4) Kersikov
Nelson can't do much from the bottom here.
Nelson is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nelson regains half guard.#T1#
Nelson controlling the position well.
Nelson tries to roll over but Kersikov 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.
Kersikov is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Nelson is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Kersikov jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Nelson (4) vs (7) Kersikov#T2#
A lull in the action here.
Nelson is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Blacktalians MMA II that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Kersikov wants to control but Nelson is keeping him busy.
Kersikov controlling the position from side mount.
Nelson struggling a bit here.#T3#
Nelson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kersikov trying to control the action but Nelson is working from the bottom.
Kersikov has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Nelson! Score +2 for reaching mount: Nelson (4) vs (9) Kersikov
Kersikov looking to take Nelson's back but Nelson rolls and after a scramble, Nelson ends up on top in guard. Nice escape there from Nelson to escape a tricky position. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (6) vs (9) Kersikov#T4#
Nelson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Kersikov managing to control the position.
Nelson is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Nelson looking to sit in guard and control but Kersikov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (6) vs (11) Kersikov#T5#
Kersikov trying to control but Nelson is working from the bottom.
Nelson controlling Kersikov's posture.
Kersikov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nelson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Nelson controls Kersikov momentarily but Kersikov frees himself. #T6#
Kersikov looking to pass the guard.
Kersikov stopping the sweep attempt from Nelson.
Kersikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Nelson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T7#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Nelson is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (8) vs (11) Kersikov
Nelson tries to free his leg and advance position but Kersikov is retaining full guard.
Kersikov wants to sweep but no luck.
Nelson trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nelson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nelson showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T8#
Kersikov wants to sweep here but Nelson controlling him for the moment.
Kersikov is trying to keep Nelson in close.
Nelson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kersikov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Nelson controls the pace.
Kersikov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nelson is one step ahead there. #T9#
Kersikov working a defensive guard here.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully.
Kersikov has his hands on Nelson's head, controlling the position.
Our spies down at at KFA inform us that Kersikov has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully. #T10#
Kersikov wants to sweep here but Nelson controlling him for the moment.
Nelson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kersikov is keeping the position for now.
Kersikov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Nelson controls the pace.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully. #T11#
Kersikov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully.
Kersikov looking for a sweep. Not yet Kersikov, not yet. #T12#
Nelson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kersikov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Nelson trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Nelson looking to pass the guard.
Kersikov trying to control the position.
#T13#
Kersikov keeping full guard, as Nelson tries to pass.
Kersikov seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully.
Nelson passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Nelson (11) vs (11) Kersikov#T14#
Nelson wants to control but Kersikov is keeping him busy.
Kersikov is holding Nelson down, trying to stall.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Nelson tries for a kimura but Kersikov is defending well.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Nelson gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Nelson takes the fight on points by 12 to 11.
A relieved looking Stoned Nelson 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 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 47 wins and 30 losses; Vasiliy Kulik! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 13 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Andrew Berry and James Ackerman.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Nelson shoots in looking for a takedown. Kulik tries to sprawl out of it but Nelson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Kulik manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Kulik changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#CL#
Kulik clinches.
Kulik 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#
Nelson works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kulik (0) vs (2) Nelson
Kulik is pulling down on Nelson's head to control his posture.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kulik wants to sweep here but Nelson controlling him for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nelson wants to pass the guard but Kulik is keeping the position.#T1#
Nelson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Kulik wants to sweep here but Nelson controlling him for the moment.
Nelson wants to control from the top but Kulik keeps moving.
Kulik really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T2#
Nelson looking to pass the guard.
Kulik 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.
Nelson trying to control but Kulik is working from the bottom.
Nelson controlling from the top position. #T3#
Kulik is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Nelson postures up.
Nelson trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Kulik manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kulik (2) vs (2) Nelson
Kulik looking to pass the guard.
Nelson controls Kulik momentarily but Kulik frees himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Nelson being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB2#
Nelson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Kulik defends it easily.
Nelson wants to sweep here but Kulik controlling him for the moment. #T5#
Nelson can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Kulik controls the pace.
Kulik won't allow Nelson to sweep him here.
Kulik controls from within his opponent's guard.
Nelson wants to sweep here but Kulik controlling him for the moment. #T6#
Nelson trying to keep a closed guard but Kulik is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2#
Nelson looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Kulik passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Kulik (5) vs (2) Nelson
Kulik slows the pace down.
Nelson tries to bench press Kulik off him but Kulik keeps the position.
Nelson controls the position for a moment.#T7#
Nelson looking for a sweep but Kulik has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Kulik (7) vs (2) Nelson
Kulik looking to control and managing it successfully.
Nelson gets back to half guard.
Nelson tries to roll over but Kulik keeps him under control.
Kulik tries to pass to full mount but Nelson defends it. #T8#
Nelson is looking to improve his position.
Kulik trying to pass the guard but Nelson defending well.
Nelson trying to get back to full guard but Kulik takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Kulik (10) vs (2) Nelson
Nelson is looking to improve his position but Kulik isn't that keen on the idea.#T9#
Nelson has given up his back. Will we see Kulik going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Kulik (13) vs (2) Nelson
Nelson 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.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Kulik controlling the positon.
Nelson tries to escape 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.
#T10#
Kulik'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.
Nelson trying to control the action but Kulik just sinks the hooks in.
Kulik trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Nelson doesn't escape. #T11#
Kulik keeps control of the position as Nelson tries to break free.
Kulik biding his time, looking for the opening.
Nelson wants to escape the position.
What can Nelson do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#T12#
Nelson tries to escape the position.
Nelson is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Further stalling from Kulik.
Kulik has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T13#
Nelson wants to escape the position.
Kulik is not going to allow Nelson to sit and survive in this position.
Nelson is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Kulik controlling the positon.
Nelson manages to reverse the position and now he's in Kulik's guard. Nice work there by Nelson.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kulik (13) vs (4) Nelson
Kulik trying to control the position.
#T14#
Kulik has his hands on Nelson's head, controlling the position.
Nelson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nelson 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.
Nelson pushing down on Kulik's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kulik takes the fight on points by 13 to 4.
An out of breath Vasiliy Kulik 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 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 New York, with a TWGC record of 36 wins and 44 losses; Anthony Lavicci! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 12 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, Daniel Bishop and James Ackerman.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Nelson looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lavicci (0) vs (2) Nelson
Lavicci tries to get to full guard but Nelson has control of the leg.
Nelson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lavicci keeps working.
Lavicci controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #SUB2#
Nelson is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nelson is trying to control. Lavicci wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T1#
Nelson is stalling here. Lavicci is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Nelson seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Lavicci has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Lavicci (4) vs (2) Nelson
Nelson manages to get back to half guard.
Lavicci will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Nelson trying to hold on to Lavicci's head to control him but Lavicci postures up.
Lavicci is looking to take a break and control but Nelson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Nelson manages to get to full guard.
Lavicci content to stall in guard here. #T2#
Nelson keeping full guard, as Lavicci tries to pass.
Nelson looking to control.
Lavicci is stalling in the full guard.
Lavicci postures up.
Nelson keeping full guard, as Lavicci tries to pass.
Nelson keeping moving, preventing Lavicci from controlling successfully. #T3#
Nelson working a defensive guard here.
Nelson is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Lavicci trying to control but Nelson is working from the bottom.
Lavicci forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
Lavicci is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T4#
Lavicci trying to control from Nelson's half guard. Nelson has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Nelson told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Lavicci stopping the sweep attempt from Nelson.
Nelson keeping moving, preventing Lavicci from controlling successfully.
Nelson wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Nelson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Lavicci has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Lavicci stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nelson swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Nelson is looking for a triangle here but Lavicci uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Lavicci (7) vs (2) Nelson#T5#
Nelson prevents Lavicci from improving position.
Lavicci trying to control the position but Nelson is working 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.
Nelson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Lavicci wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Lavicci trying to control the action but Nelson is working from the bottom.
Nelson is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T6#
Lavicci trying to control the action but Nelson is working from the bottom.
Lavicci advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Lavicci (9) vs (2) Nelson
Lavicci looking to control but Nelson is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Nelson wants to hold on but Lavicci pushes him away.#T7#
Nelson is looking to get to half guard.
Nelson is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Nelson is controlling an arm, preventing Lavicci from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Nelson is looking to get to half guard.
Lavicci trying to control but Nelson is having none of it.
Nelson 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: Lavicci (12) vs (2) Nelson#T8#
Nelson is keeping busy.
#SUB#
Lavicci is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Nelson knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Nelson for a finish.
Nelson is keeping busy.
#SUB#
Lavicci looking for the choke but no joy.
Nelson is really stuck here.
#T9#
Lavicci is not going to allow Nelson to sit and survive in this position.
Lavicci is trying to stick to Nelson's back but Nelson is turning into Lavicci. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Lavicci's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Nelson. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lavicci (12) vs (4) Nelson
Lavicci keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully.
Nelson 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: Lavicci (14) vs (4) Nelson
Lavicci stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nelson swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T10##SUB2#
Nelson looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Lavicci looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Nelson is looking for a triangle but Lavicci pushes his legs off easily.
Lavicci tries to free his leg and advance position but Nelson is retaining full guard.
Nelson keeping moving, preventing Lavicci from controlling successfully. #T11#
Lavicci is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Nelson is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Lavicci looking to sit in guard and control but Nelson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lavicci (14) vs (6) Nelson
Lavicci pulls Nelson in to control the position.
Nelson stays in close to Lavicci's body and controls the position. #T12#
Nelson trying to control the position from guard on top but Lavicci is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lavicci seems keen to control Nelson's posture.
Nelson looking to pass the guard.
Nelson trying to control the position from guard on top but Lavicci is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T13#
Lavicci 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.
Lavicci is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Lavicci wants to sweep here but Nelson controlling him for the moment.
Lavicci keeping full guard, as Nelson tries to pass.
Lavicci is pulling down on Nelson's head to control his posture. #T14#
Nelson wants to control from the top but Lavicci keeps moving.
Nelson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nelson trying to control but Lavicci is working from the bottom.
Nelson 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!
And that's the end of the fight!
Lavicci takes the fight on points by 14 to 6.
A victorious Anthony Lavicci 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 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 New York, with a TWGC record of 90 wins and 53 losses; Moldy Jello! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 12 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, Phil Schofield and James Ackerman.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Nelson looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Jello! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Jello (0) vs (4) Nelson#SUB2#
Nelson has hold of Jello's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Jello seems comfortable defending it but Nelson has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Jello is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Jello is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Nelson couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Stoned Nelson!
During a confident post fight interview, Stoned Nelson thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Moldy Jello was interviewed post fight and said 'I like big butts!'. |
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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 Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 34 losses; Gaston Juncker! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 11 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, Andrew Berry and Daniel Bishop.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
No luck for Nelson with that takedown attempt.
Nelson shoots for a takedown but Juncker saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Juncker shoots in looking for a takedown but Nelson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Juncker's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#TD2#
Nelson shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Juncker manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Juncker (0) vs (2) Nelson
Juncker might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Nelson stopping the sweep attempt from Juncker.
Nelson wants to pass the guard but Juncker is keeping the position.
Juncker can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Nelson controls the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nelson trying to control but Juncker is working from the bottom.
Juncker has control of Nelson's left arm, preventing Nelson from doing any damage. #T1#
Nelson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Juncker swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Juncker is controlling Nelson's posture.
Nelson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Juncker is keeping the position for now.
Nelson told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.#T2#
Nelson sitting in guard here, content to control.
Juncker working a defensive guard here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nelson showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Juncker is pulling down on Nelson's head to control his posture. #T3#
Juncker being controlled here, momentarily.
Nelson wants to control from the top but Juncker keeps moving. #T4#
Juncker can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Nelson controls the pace.
Nelson trying to control but Juncker is working from the bottom.
Juncker bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Nelson's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Juncker (2) vs (2) Nelson#SUB2#
Nelson looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Nelson looking to control.
#T5#
Juncker controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Nelson is looking to sweep but instead, Juncker has passed into half guard.
Nelson tries to roll over but Juncker keeps him under control.
Nelson trying to get back to full guard but Juncker takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Juncker (5) vs (2) Nelson#T6#
Nelson 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.
Nelson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Juncker is thwarting Nelson's attempts to control the position.#T7#
Juncker works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Juncker (8) vs (2) Nelson
Juncker controlling the position from side mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nelson prevents Juncker from improving position.
The referee asks Juncker politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Juncker prefers to stall for the moment though.#T8#
Nelson is looking for a sweep.
Juncker working away.
Juncker is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Nelson will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Juncker has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T9#
Nelson tries to control but Juncker manages to take his back. Score +3 for taking back: Juncker (11) vs (2) Nelson
Nelson can't escape the position.
Nelson is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T10#
Good control from Juncker.
You can see the frustration on Nelson's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Juncker trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Nelson doesn't escape.
Nelson tries to roll but Juncker sticks to his back.
Nelson manages to reverse the position and now he's in Juncker's guard. Nice work there by Nelson.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Juncker (11) vs (4) Nelson#T11#
Nelson wants to control from the top but Juncker keeps moving.
Juncker managing to control the position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Juncker is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Juncker (13) vs (4) Nelson
Nelson controlling Juncker's posture. #T12##SUB2#
Nelson has an active guard here but Juncker has managed to pass into half guard.
Juncker is thwarting Nelson's attempts to control the position.
Juncker seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T13#
Nelson wants to get back to full guard.
Juncker is thwarting Nelson's attempts to control the position.
Well, if Juncker 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.
Nelson is looking to control Juncker's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Nelson avoid being mounted?#T14#
Nelson trying to get back to full guard but Juncker takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Juncker (16) vs (4) Nelson
Nelson is in all sorts of trouble here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Juncker controlling from mount.
Juncker wants to take Nelson's back here but Nelson is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
And that's the end of the fight!
Juncker takes the fight on points by 16 to 4.
Gaston Juncker 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 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 75 wins and 44 losses; Bogdan Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 11 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, James Glass and James Atkins.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Nelson is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Kersikov's half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kersikov (0) vs (2) Nelson
Nelson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kersikov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
We've been hearing good reports from Kersikov'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.
Nelson trying to pass the guard but Kersikov defending well.
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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nelson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kersikov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T1#
Nelson wants to pass to mount but Kersikov is defending the position.
Kersikov wants to control but Nelson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Kersikov controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Nelson wants to pass to mount but Kersikov is defending the position.
Nelson trying to control from half guard but Kersikov is working away. #T2#
Nelson trying to control the pace.
Kersikov is looking to improve his position.
#T3#
Nelson is trying to control. Kersikov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Nelson is pressing down on Kersikov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Kersikov is holding on for now.
Nelson is trying to control. Kersikov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Nelson with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Nelson trying to control from Kersikov's half guard. Kersikov has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #T4#
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully.
Nelson showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Kersikov trying to control the position here.
Kersikov working a defensive guard here.
#T5#
Nelson stopping the sweep attempt from Kersikov.
Nelson 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.
Nelson trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kersikov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Kersikov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Nelson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T6#
Kersikov is looking to sweep but instead, Nelson has passed into half guard.
Kersikov wants to control but Nelson is keeping busy.
Kersikov is not content to let Nelson control the position.#T7##SUB2#
Nelson is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Kersikov doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Nelson.
Nelson trying to control from Kersikov's half guard. Kersikov has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Nelson wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving. #T8#
Kersikov managing to control the position.
Nelson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nelson trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Nelson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kersikov is keeping the position for now. #T9#
Nelson trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kersikov wants to hit a sweep here but Nelson passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Kersikov there! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (0) vs (5) Nelson#SUB2#
Nelson looking to secure an arm triangle but Kersikov defends it well.
Nelson trying to control but Kersikov is having none of it. #T10#
Kersikov is looking to get to half guard.
Kersikov prevents Nelson from taking his back.
Nelson controlling from mount.
Kersikov is trying to escape the mount.
#T11##SUB2#
Nelson looking for a guillotine from mount but Kersikov is having none of it.
Nelson trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Nelson tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Nelson trying to control but Kersikov is having none of it. #T12##SUB2#
Kersikov defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Nelson.
Kersikov regains half guard.
Kersikov is not content to let Nelson control the position.#T13##SUB2#
Nelson is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Kersikov defends it well.
Nelson is pressing down on Kersikov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Kersikov is holding on for now.
Nelson trying to control from Kersikov's half guard. Kersikov has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Nelson trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T14#
Kersikov being controlled here, momentarily.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kersikov wants to sweep but no luck.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nelson wins on points by 5 to 0.
During a confident post fight interview, Stoned Nelson 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 10 wins and 7 losses; Roman Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 11 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, Paul Tew and William Gold.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Nelson drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Kersikov (0) vs (4) Nelson
Kersikov looking for a sweep but Nelson has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Kersikov (0) vs (6) Nelson
Nelson content just to control the position here.
Kersikov tries to control Nelson's body but Nelson pushes him off. Kersikov squirms to his side and now Nelson has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (0) vs (9) Nelson
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.#SUB2#
Kersikov is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
#T1#
Nelson controls the position.#SUB2#
Kersikov 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 Nelson gets his way!
Nelson gets his hands free as Kersikov looks to control. #SUB2#
Nelson is looking for the choke from the back position but Kersikov is controlling his hands well. #T2#
Nelson controlling from the back.#SUB2#
Nelson patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Kersikov tries to roll but Nelson sticks to his back.
Nelson wants to control but Kersikov manages to buck him off and is now in Nelson's guard! Nice work there by Kersikov! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (9) Nelson
Nelson looking to control.
Kersikov wants to control from the top but Nelson keeps moving.
Kersikov passes Nelson's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T3#
Nelson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Nelson is staying active underneath Kersikov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kersikov trying to control the pace.
Nelson is trying to control but Kersikov passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (5) vs (9) Nelson#T4#
Nelson is looking for a sweep.
Kersikov just content to control the position.
Nelson wants to control but Kersikov postures up.#T5#
Nelson tries to improve position but can't.
Nelson 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.
Kersikov trying to control the action but Nelson is working from the bottom.
Nelson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Nelson is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T6#
The referee asks Kersikov politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Kersikov prefers to stall for the moment though.
Nelson holds on to Kersikov's head and controls the position 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.
Kersikov trying to control the position but Nelson is working away.
Nelson is trying to get back to half guard.#T7#
Nelson regains half guard there - taking advantage of Kersikov's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Nelson wants to control but Kersikov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Kersikov is looking to take a break and control but Nelson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kersikov is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T8#
Nelson wants to get back to full guard.
Nelson keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Kersikov works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (8) vs (9) Nelson
You can see the frustration on Nelson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Nelson is looking to reverse the position.#T9#
Nelson wants to control but Kersikov postures up.
Kersikov has control of an arm but Nelson manages to advance to Kersikov's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kersikov (8) vs (13) Nelson#SUB2#
Nelson 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, Kersikov has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Nelson really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Kersikov.
Nelson controlling well, preventing Kersikov from escaping the position.
#T10#
Kersikov looking very determined here, making life difficult for Nelson.
Kersikov looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Nelson biding his time, controlling Kersikov. #SUB2#
Nelson is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Kersikov has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #T11#
Kersikov looking very determined here, making life difficult for Nelson.
Kersikov trying to control the position but Nelson manages to sink in the hooks.
Kersikov staying busy and making it hard for Nelson to control. #T12#
Kersikov trying to control the hands but Nelson breaks the grip.
Kersikov is trying to break free.
Nelson tries to get the hooks in deep but Kersikov pushed the leg off.
Kersikov rolls, trying to escape but Nelson keeps control of the position.
Kersikov trying to control the position but Nelson manages to sink in the hooks.
Nelson tries to get the hooks in deep but Kersikov pushed the leg off.
Nelson has good solid back control here.
Nelson looking to hold on to the position here but Kersikov rolls and ends up regaining guard.
#T13#
Nelson trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nelson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kersikov is keeping the position for now.
Nelson stands and throws Kersikov's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (8) vs (16) Nelson
Nelson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kersikov keeps working. #T14#
Kersikov trying to control but Nelson flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (8) vs (19) Nelson
Nelson is trying to control but Kersikov is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
#SUB2#
Nelson jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Kersikov manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Nelson is looking to take a break and control but Kersikov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nelson is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nelson wins on points by 19 to 8.
An out of breath Stoned Nelson 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 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 4 wins and 11 losses; Stoned Nelson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 60 wins and 51 losses; Shane MacGowan!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, Phil Schofield and William Gold.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Nelson shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. MacGowan defends it nicely.
Nelson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts MacGowan as he jumps to the side. #TD2#
MacGowan shoots in and bounces Nelson off the ropes to secure the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Nelson (0) vs (2) MacGowan
MacGowan passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Nelson (0) vs (5) MacGowan#SUB2#
MacGowan thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
MacGowan 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.
Nelson is looking for a sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
MacGowan is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Nelson has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
MacGowan is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Nelson knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
MacGowan looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T1##SUB2#
MacGowan is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Nelson is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Nelson tries to improve position but can't. #SUB2#
MacGowan is trying to get an arm triangle but Nelson is defending well.
Nelson can't do much from the bottom here.
Nelson is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Nelson trying to control but MacGowan postures up.
#T2#
Nelson makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Nelson.
Nelson looking to hit a scissor sweep but MacGowan is one step ahead there.
MacGowan wants to pass the guard but Nelson is keeping the position.#SUB#
Nelson is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. MacGowan is aware though and is defending well.
Nelson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (2) vs (5) MacGowan
MacGowan tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Nelson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
MacGowan trying to control the position.
MacGowan looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T3#
Nelson wants to control from the top but MacGowan keeps moving.
MacGowan 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.
Nelson trying to control the position from guard on top but MacGowan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
MacGowan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Nelson trying to move into half guard but instead MacGowan has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (2) vs (7) MacGowan
MacGowan wants to pass the guard but Nelson is keeping the position.#T4#
MacGowan won't allow Nelson to sweep him here.
MacGowan stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nelson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
MacGowan wants to control from the top but Nelson keeps moving.
Nelson is trying to keep MacGowan in close.
MacGowan won't allow Nelson to sweep him here. #SUB2#
MacGowan has gone for a leg lock! Nelson slips out almost immediately though and dives into MacGowan's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (4) vs (7) MacGowan#T5#
MacGowan not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Nelson preventing the sweep.
MacGowan trying to control the position.
Nelson showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
MacGowan controls Nelson momentarily but Nelson frees himself. #T6#
MacGowan working a defensive guard but Nelson passes into half guard.
MacGowan keeping control of the position.
Nelson is trying to control the action in half guard but MacGowan is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Nelson has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Nelson (7) vs (7) MacGowan
MacGowan is looking to get to half guard.
Nelson fails to advance to MacGowan's back.
MacGowan is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T7#
Nelson wants to control the pace but MacGowan is squirming around nicely.
Nelson takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Nelson tries to control but MacGowan wriggling away.
MacGowan working to try and regain half guard.
#SUB#
Nelson working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
MacGowan tries to lock up and control but Nelson gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T8#
MacGowan tries to reverse the position but Nelson maintains control.
MacGowan keeps trying to improve his position.
Nelson looking to control but MacGowan is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
MacGowan tries to get back to half guard but can't.
MacGowan tries to lock up and control but Nelson gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
MacGowan is looking to get to half guard.
Nelson wants to control the pace but MacGowan is squirming around nicely. #T9#
MacGowan keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
MacGowan tries to hold on but Nelson pushes him away.
Nelson controlling from the full mount.
Nelson wants to control the pace but MacGowan is squirming around nicely.
Nelson controlling the pace for now.
MacGowan gets back to half guard.
Nelson wants to control but MacGowan is keeping him busy. #T10#
MacGowan trying to control but Nelson postures up.
Nelson not doing much here.
The fighters are battling for position here. MacGowan manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
MacGowan has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
MacGowan is looking to sweep but instead, Nelson has passed into half guard.
Nelson is figuring out what he wants to do next.
MacGowan wants to get back to full guard.#T11#
MacGowan is still trying to improve position.#SUB2#
MacGowan looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
MacGowan moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Nelson preventing the sweep.
MacGowan being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB2#
MacGowan is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Nelson wants to control from the top but MacGowan keeps moving. #T12#
Nelson slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Nelson (10) vs (7) MacGowan
MacGowan looks to move to half guard but instead Nelson has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Nelson (12) vs (7) MacGowan
Nelson trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T13#
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
MacGowan can't escape the position.
MacGowan stops Nelson from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Nelson looking to control but MacGowan is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T14#
MacGowan is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
MacGowan 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: Nelson (12) vs (9) MacGowan
MacGowan looking to pass the guard.
Nelson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB#
Nelson looking for a guillotine here but MacGowan defends easily.
MacGowan wants to control from the top but Nelson keeps moving.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
MacGowan stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nelson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nelson takes the fight on points by 12 to 9.
After winning the bout, Stoned Nelson 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 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 32 wins and 42 losses; Anthony Lavicci! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 10 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, Daniel Bishop and Colin Fotheringham.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Nelson closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Nelson lands in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lavicci (0) vs (2) Nelson
Lavicci has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Nelson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nelson told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nelson trying to control the position from guard on top but Lavicci is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lavicci has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#T1#
Lavicci is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Lavicci will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Lavicci keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully. #T2#
Lavicci has his hands on Nelson's head, controlling the position.
Nelson trying to control but Lavicci is working from the bottom.
Lavicci controlling the position.#T3#
Nelson tries to free his leg and advance position but Lavicci is retaining full guard.
Nelson being controlled here momentarily. #T4#
Lavicci wants to sweep but no luck.
Nelson 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.
Lavicci controls Nelson momentarily but Nelson frees himself.
Nelson looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Nelson wants to control from the top but Lavicci keeps moving. #T5#
Nelson wants to pass the guard but Lavicci is keeping the position.
Lavicci is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Nelson content to stall in guard here.
Nelson trying to control but Lavicci is working from the bottom. #T6#
Lavicci keeping full guard, as Nelson tries to pass.
Nelson showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Lavicci holds on and takes a little breather.
Lavicci is trying to keep Nelson in close.
#T7#
Nelson wants to control from the top but Lavicci keeps moving.
Lavicci is adopting a defensive guard.
Nelson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nelson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T8#
Lavicci manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Nelson manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lavicci (2) vs (2) Nelson
Lavicci pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nelson is keeping the position for now.
Lavicci trying to control but Nelson is working from the bottom.
Lavicci engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Lavicci looking to pass the guard. #T9#
Lavicci is working hard here to advance position.
Nelson pulls Lavicci in close to his closed guard and prevents Lavicci from doing any damage or advancing position.
Nelson 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) Nelson
Nelson sitting in guard here, content to control. #T10#
Lavicci keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully.
Nelson is fighting to break Lavicci's control of his arms but Lavicci is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Nelson wants to control from the top but Lavicci keeps moving.
Nelson stays in close to Lavicci's body and controls the position. #T11#
Lavicci looking to control.
Lavicci looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Nelson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lavicci is keeping the position for now.
Nelson wants to control from the top but Lavicci keeps moving. #T12#
Nelson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lavicci swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lavicci 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.
Lavicci keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully.
Nelson looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T13#
Lavicci is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Nelson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T14##SUB2#
Nelson drops back, looking for a kneebar! Lavicci looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Lavicci looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Lavicci! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Lavicci (6) vs (4) Nelson
Lavicci taking a break here but Nelson is having none of it and regains half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Lavicci is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
And that's the end of the fight!
Lavicci takes the fight on points by 6 to 4.
Our winner, Anthony Lavicci, 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 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 New York, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 42 losses; Anthony Lavicci! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 9 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, Colin Fotheringham and Andrew Berry.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Nelson closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Lavicci (0) vs (4) Nelson
Nelson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lavicci keeps working.
Lavicci holding on.
Nelson trying to control the action but Lavicci is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lavicci is looking to reverse the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nelson trying to control the action but Lavicci is working from the bottom. #T1#
Lavicci is trying to control Nelson's posture but Nelson avoids it. #SUB2#
Nelson is trying to get an arm triangle but Lavicci is defending well.
Nelson working away.
Nelson trying to control the position but Lavicci is working away.
Lavicci 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.
Nelson taking a break here but Lavicci is having none of it and regains half guard. #T2#
Nelson controlling the pace.
It looks like Nelson 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.
Nelson trying to mount his opponent but Lavicci defends it. #T3#
Nelson is trying to control. Lavicci wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Nelson perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Lavicci wants to improve his position but Nelson is controlling well.
Nelson trying to control the action but Lavicci is working from the bottom. #T4#
Lavicci moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Lavicci looking for a sweep. Not yet Lavicci, not yet.
Nelson 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.
Nelson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lavicci is keeping the position for now.
Lavicci keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully. #T5#
Nelson 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: Lavicci (2) vs (4) Nelson
Lavicci wants to control from the top but Nelson keeps moving. #SUB2#
Nelson working for a triangle but Lavicci defends it easily.
Lavicci trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T6#
Lavicci is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Lavicci sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Nelson's guard.
Lavicci is taking a breather. Nelson 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.
Nelson wants to control but Lavicci is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Lavicci trying to control from half guard but Nelson is working away.
Nelson 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.#SUB#
Lavicci is working for a kimura but Nelson is defending it quite comfortably.
#T7##SUB2#
Nelson looking for submissions off his back.
Nelson wants to improve his position but Lavicci is controlling well.
Nelson is still trying to improve position.
Nelson makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Nelson.#T8#
Nelson keeping full guard, as Lavicci tries to pass.
Lavicci trying to control but Nelson is working from the bottom.
Nelson working a defensive guard but Lavicci manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Lavicci (5) vs (4) Nelson
Nelson struggling a bit here.
Lavicci has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Nelson! Score +2 for reaching mount: Lavicci (7) vs (4) Nelson
Nelson is controlling an arm, preventing Lavicci from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
#T9#
Nelson is squirming around, avoiding Lavicci's attempts to control the action.
Lavicci controlling the position easily from mount.
Lavicci seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Nelson is holding on tight.
Nelson is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Lavicci can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Nelson is looking to escape. #T10#
Nelson tries to hold on but Lavicci postures up.
Nelson is desperately trying to improve his position but Lavicci has a good base and remains in mount.
Lavicci manages to capitalize on a mistake by Nelson to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Lavicci (10) vs (4) Nelson
Lavicci tries to get the hooks in deep but Nelson pushed the leg off.
Lavicci not allowing Nelson to control his hands.
Lavicci is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #T11#
Nelson trying to control the action but Lavicci just sinks the hooks in. #SUB#
Lavicci patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
I really don't envy Nelson right now.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Lavicci's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Lavicci avoiding Nelson 's attempts to control his hands.
Nelson tries to roll but Lavicci sticks to his back.
#T12#
Nelson looking very determined here, making life difficult for Lavicci.
Lavicci is controlling the position but Nelson somehow manages to roll and ends up with half guard.
Lavicci is stalling here. Nelson is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Lavicci seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Nelson has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Lavicci (10) vs (8) Nelson
Lavicci is not content to let Nelson control the position. #T13#
Lavicci is trying to get back to half guard.
Nelson tries to advance to mount but can't.
Lavicci tries to buck Nelson off but Nelson is having none of it.
Nelson wants to take a breather but Lavicci manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Nelson. #T14#
Lavicci is pulling down on Nelson's head. It's preventing any offense from Nelson, at least for the moment.
Nelson wants to control from the top but Lavicci keeps moving.
Lavicci trying to control the position here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nelson looking to pass the guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Lavicci takes the fight on points by 10 to 8.
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 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 59 wins and 49 losses; Shane MacGowan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 9 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are Sam Margolis, Steven Brown and Colin Fotheringham.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
MacGowan fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Nelson sprawls well initially but MacGowan persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: MacGowan (2) vs (0) Nelson
We've been hearing good reports from MacGowan'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#
MacGowan is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
MacGowan is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Nelson is just riding it out for now. MacGowan eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
MacGowan is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
MacGowan is trying to work for a kimura but Nelson is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nelson is looking to control MacGowan's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Nelson avoid being mounted?#T1#
MacGowan tries to pass the half guard into mount. Nelson knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Nelson trying to hold on to MacGowan's head to control him but MacGowan postures up.
#SUB#
MacGowan is looking for a kimura but Nelson is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for MacGowan to get the leverage. #SUB#
MacGowan wants to work for an arm triangle but Nelson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The fighters are battling for position here. Nelson manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Nelson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. MacGowan manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacGowan (2) vs (2) Nelson
MacGowan is trying to control the position but Nelson postures up.
Nelson trying to control but MacGowan is working from the bottom.
MacGowan has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Nelson has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: MacGowan (2) vs (5) Nelson
MacGowan looks to move to half guard but instead Nelson has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: MacGowan (2) vs (7) Nelson#T2#
MacGowan is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Nelson wants to control the pace but MacGowan is squirming around nicely.
MacGowan tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Nelson wants to take his opponent's back but MacGowan doesn't allow it.
MacGowan tries to reverse the position but Nelson maintains control.
MacGowan gets back to half guard.
Nelson is looking to take a break and control but MacGowan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Nelson looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T3#
MacGowan is not content to let Nelson control the position.
MacGowan is pressing down on Nelson's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Nelson trying to control but MacGowan is working from the bottom.
MacGowan wants to sweep here but Nelson controlling him for the moment.
Nelson trying to control but MacGowan is working from the bottom.
Nelson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
MacGowan is trying to control the position but Nelson postures up. #T4#
Nelson wants to control from the top but MacGowan keeps moving.
MacGowan trying to control the position.
MacGowan is really struggling to control Nelson but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Nelson controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Nelson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. MacGowan is keeping the position for now.
MacGowan keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully. #T5#
MacGowan has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Nelson has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: MacGowan (2) vs (10) Nelson
MacGowan is not content to let Nelson control the position.
You can see the frustration on MacGowan's face as Nelson controls the position.
Nelson is looking to take a break and control but MacGowan is keeping him honest, looking to work 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.
MacGowan is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
MacGowan can't do much from the bottom here. #T6#
Nelson tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
MacGowan is looking to regain half guard here but Nelson keeps moving and retains side control.
MacGowan is not content to let Nelson control the position.
Nelson moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #T7#
MacGowan gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: MacGowan (2) vs (12) Nelson
Nelson controlling from mount.
MacGowan is looking to get to half guard.
MacGowan tries to hold on but Nelson pushes him away.
MacGowan slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
MacGowan is looking to control Nelson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can MacGowan avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Nelson is working for a submission of some sort.
#T8#
Nelson is keen to just control but MacGowan is a slippery customer.
Nelson is controlling the pace.
MacGowan is looking for a sweep. Nelson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
MacGowan is trying to maintain the position but Nelson is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Nelson seems to be looking for submissions.
Nelson trying to control from half guard but MacGowan is working away. #T9#
Nelson wants to pass the guard but MacGowan is defending well.
MacGowan wants to control but Nelson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
MacGowan is looking to improve his position.
Nelson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but MacGowan does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
MacGowan is trying to maintain the position but Nelson is very close to passing his half guard.
MacGowan is looking to improve his position.
#T10#
Nelson wants to pass the guard but MacGowan is defending well.
MacGowan is trying to control but can't.
Nelson trying to control the action but MacGowan is working from the bottom.
Nelson tries to pass the half guard into mount. MacGowan knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Nelson is keen to just control but MacGowan is a slippery customer.
The fighters are battling for position here. MacGowan manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Nelson wants to control from the top but MacGowan keeps moving. #T11#
MacGowan is trying to control the position but Nelson postures up.
Nelson trying to control the position from guard on top but MacGowan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
MacGowan 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.
MacGowan working a defensive guard here.
MacGowan bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Nelson's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacGowan (4) vs (12) Nelson
Nelson controls MacGowan momentarily but MacGowan frees himself.
MacGowan trying to control but Nelson is working from the bottom.
Nelson wants to sweep here but MacGowan controlling him for the moment. #T12#
MacGowan trying to control but Nelson is working from the bottom. #SUB#
MacGowan drops back, looking for a kneebar! Nelson looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Nelson looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Nelson! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: MacGowan (4) vs (16) Nelson
MacGowan tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2#
Nelson is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but MacGowan is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.#T13#
MacGowan wants to control but Nelson postures up.
MacGowan is looking for a sweep.
Nelson wants to control but MacGowan is keeping him busy.
MacGowan is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Nelson is trying to get an arm triangle but MacGowan is defending well.
MacGowan manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacGowan (6) vs (16) Nelson#T14##SUB#
MacGowan is trying to work for a kimura but Nelson is defending well.
Nelson is pressing down on MacGowan's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
MacGowan is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Nelson is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Nelson has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacGowan (6) vs (18) Nelson
Nelson controlling from the top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nelson trying to control the position from guard on top but MacGowan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nelson wins on points by 18 to 6.
Stoned Nelson 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 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 New York, with a TWGC record of 58 wins and 49 losses; Shane MacGowan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 8 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, Paul Tew and Donald Grub.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Nelson shoots in for a takedown but MacGowan shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#TD#
MacGowan scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: MacGowan (4) vs (0) Nelson
Nelson 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.
Nelson prevents MacGowan from moving into mount. #SUB#
MacGowan is trying to get an arm triangle but Nelson is defending well.
MacGowan wants to control but Nelson is keeping him busy.
Nelson tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB#
MacGowan wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Nelson, who protects the arm well.
MacGowan has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB#
MacGowan tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no MacGowan has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
MacGowan tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no MacGowan has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Nelson tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T1#
Nelson manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacGowan (4) vs (2) Nelson#SUB2#
Nelson is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so MacGowan is just riding it out for now. Nelson eventually gives up the hold.
MacGowan gets full guard.
Nelson wants to control from the top but MacGowan keeps moving.
MacGowan tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2#
Nelson wants to control from the top but MacGowan keeps moving.
MacGowan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Nelson 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.
Nelson preventing the sweep.
Nelson wants to control from the top but MacGowan keeps moving.
Nelson controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
It looks like Nelson 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.#T3#
MacGowan trying to control the position.
Nelson trying to control but MacGowan is working from the bottom.
MacGowan is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
MacGowan had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Nelson defends it easily.
Nelson controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
MacGowan looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Nelson passes into half guard.
#T4#
MacGowan is trying is best to control the position here.
Nelson wants to lay and pray for a moment but MacGowan keeps working.
MacGowan trying to control here.
Nelson wants to control but MacGowan is keeping him busy.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
MacGowan actively working from the bottom here.
MacGowan trying to hold on to Nelson's head to control him but Nelson postures up.
#T5#
MacGowan is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Nelson's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Nelson's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: MacGowan (8) vs (2) Nelson
Despite being in a bad position, Nelson is controlling the hands, preventing any submission attempts.
Nelson trying to control the hands but MacGowan breaks the grip. #SUB#
MacGowan looking to break Nelson's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Nelson remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise MacGowan will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
MacGowan keeps control of the position as Nelson tries to break free.
#SUB#
MacGowan is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Nelson has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB#
MacGowan is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Nelson defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Nelson tries to escape but MacGowan has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T6##SUB#
MacGowan is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Nelson is defending well though. MacGowan let's go of the attempt for now.#SUB#
MacGowan looking for the rear naked choke. And he's got it! Nelson taps!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Shane MacGowan!
A relieved looking Shane MacGowan 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 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 3 wins and 7 losses; Stoned Nelson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 58 wins and 37 losses; Jackson Ramirez!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, Phil Schofield and James Ackerman.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Nelson fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Nelson throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Ramirez's waist but Ramirez gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Nelson off to one side. #TD#
Nelson shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Nelson (2) vs (0) Ramirez
Ramirez is looking for a sweep. Nelson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ramirez trying to hold on to Nelson's head to control him but Nelson postures up.
Ramirez is trying to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nelson wants to take a breather but Ramirez is having none of it.
Ramirez trying to control here.
#T1#
Ramirez is refusing to be controlled, as Nelson sits in half guard. #SUB#
Nelson is working for a kimura but Ramirez is defending it quite comfortably.
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.
Nelson is trying to control. Ramirez wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T2#
Nelson tries to pass to full mount but Ramirez defends it.
Ramirez works his way to full guard. Good work.
Ramirez is adopting a defensive guard.
Ramirez is trying to control the position but Nelson postures up.
Ramirez keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully. #T3#
Nelson content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
Nelson drops back, looking for a kneebar! Ramirez looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Ramirez looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Ramirez! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Nelson (2) vs (4) Ramirez
Nelson is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4#
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Nelson wants to control but Ramirez postures up.
Nelson is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.#T5#
Nelson is looking for a sweep.
Nelson is not content to let Ramirez control the position.
Nelson tries to bench press Ramirez off him but Ramirez keeps the position.
Ramirez tries to move to full mount but Nelson actually manages to regain half guard.
Ramirez is thwarting Nelson's attempts to control the position.#T6#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Nelson tries to get to full guard but Ramirez has control of the leg.
Nelson is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Blacktalians MMA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Nelson looking for subs from the bottom but Ramirez mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Nelson (2) vs (7) Ramirez
Nelson tries to lock up and control but Ramirez gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Ramirez trying to control but he's not successful this time.
My spies in KFA inform me that Ramirez has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T7#
Nelson tries to improve his position but instead Ramirez has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Nelson (2) vs (10) Ramirez
Nelson is trying to break free.
Nelson staying busy and making it hard for Ramirez to control.
I really don't envy Nelson right now.
Nelson is working hard here to advance position.#T8#
Nelson trying to control the position but Ramirez manages to sink in the hooks.
Nelson is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Ramirez has good solid back control here.
Nelson is really stuck here.
Nelson is keeping busy.
Nelson is in bad spot here.
#T9#
Ramirez not allowing Nelson to control his hands.
Ramirez has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Nelson's body.
Nelson prevents Ramirez from getting a body triangle.
Nelson is in bad spot here.
#T10#
Ramirez keeps control of the position easily here as Nelson tries to buck him off.
Nelson trying to control the position but Ramirez manages to sink in the hooks.
Ramirez really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Nelson.
Ramirez tries to get the hooks in deep but Nelson pushed the leg off. #T11#
Nelson wants to escape the position.
Nelson looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Nelson is in bad spot here.
Ramirez trying to control momentarily.
Ramirez controlling well, preventing Nelson from escaping the position.
#T12#
I would not like to be Nelson right now.
Ramirez is trying to stick to Nelson's back but Nelson is turning into Ramirez. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Ramirez's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Nelson. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (4) vs (10) Ramirez
Nelson wants to control from the top but Ramirez keeps moving.
Ramirez looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ramirez keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully. #T13#
Ramirez manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Nelson manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (4) vs (12) Ramirez
Nelson is looking to sweep but instead, Ramirez has passed into half guard.
Nelson tries to get to full guard but Ramirez has control of the leg. #T14#
Ramirez seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Nelson does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Ramirez controlling the action here.#SUB#
Nelson actively working from the bottom here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nelson wants to sweep but Ramirez has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Nelson (4) vs (15) Ramirez
And that's the end of the fight!
Ramirez wins on points by 15 to 4.
Jackson Ramirez took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Threads of Fate for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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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 58 wins and 47 losses; Shane MacGowan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 7 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, Sam Margolis and Daniel Bishop.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
MacGowan shoots in and bounces Nelson off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: MacGowan (2) vs (0) Nelson#SUB2#
Nelson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. MacGowan gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Nelson told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Nelson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. MacGowan defends it easily.
Nelson keeping full guard, as MacGowan tries to pass. #SUB2#
Nelson looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Nelson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. MacGowan defends it easily.
MacGowan sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Nelson's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are battling for position here. Nelson manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
We've been hearing good reports from MacGowan'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.
MacGowan trying to control the position from guard on top but Nelson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Nelson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Nelson is looking for a triangle but MacGowan pushes his legs off easily.
#T1##SUB#
MacGowan thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
MacGowan 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.
Nelson 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.
Nelson keeping moving, preventing MacGowan from controlling successfully.
MacGowan passes Nelson's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Nelson slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
Nelson is looking for a triangle but MacGowan pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
MacGowan thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
MacGowan got a little sloppy there for a moment and Nelson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, MacGowan has managed to get both his arms back between Nelson's legs - danger averted.
MacGowan preventing the sweep. #T2#
MacGowan trying to control the position from guard on top but Nelson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
MacGowan trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Nelson working for a triangle but MacGowan defends it easily.
MacGowan wants to pass the guard but Nelson is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Nelson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. MacGowan gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Nelson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and MacGowan defends well.#SUB#
MacGowan drops back looking for a leg! Nelson is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Nelson manages to kick MacGowan off! MacGowan jumps back into Nelson's guard.
Nelson keeping moving, preventing MacGowan from controlling successfully.
MacGowan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nelson is keeping the position for now. #T3##SUB2#
MacGowan got a little sloppy there for a moment and Nelson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, MacGowan has managed to get both his arms back between Nelson's legs - danger averted.
MacGowan trying to control the position from guard on top but Nelson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Nelson has his foot on MacGowan's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. MacGowan works his way back into a safe position though.
MacGowan trying to control but Nelson is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Nelson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. MacGowan doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. MacGowan manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
MacGowan drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and MacGowan jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
MacGowan not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
MacGowan wants to control from the top but Nelson keeps moving. #SUB#
MacGowan drops back looking for a leg! Nelson is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Nelson manages to kick MacGowan off! MacGowan jumps back into Nelson's guard. #SUB2#
Nelson looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T4##SUB2#
Nelson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. MacGowan gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Nelson looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Nelson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. MacGowan gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
MacGowan avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
MacGowan wants to pass the guard but Nelson is keeping the position.
MacGowan pushing down on Nelson's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
MacGowan is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Nelson actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Nelson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T5##SUB#
Nelson is defending against the submission attempts here by MacGowan.
Nelson slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
Nelson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and MacGowan defends well.
MacGowan trying to control the position from guard on top but Nelson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Nelson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. MacGowan doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. MacGowan manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
MacGowan wants to pass the guard but Nelson is keeping the position.
MacGowan trying to control the position from guard on top but Nelson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T6##SUB2#
Nelson is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
MacGowan wants to control from the top but Nelson keeps moving. #SUB2#
Nelson looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Nelson keeping moving, preventing MacGowan from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
MacGowan got a little sloppy there for a moment and Nelson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, MacGowan has managed to get both his arms back between Nelson's legs - danger averted.
MacGowan tries to free his leg and advance position but Nelson is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Nelson has his foot on MacGowan's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. MacGowan works his way back into a safe position though.
MacGowan slips nicely into half guard.#SUB#
MacGowan is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Nelson has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
MacGowan is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
MacGowan is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T7##SUB#
MacGowan 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.
#SUB2#
Nelson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
MacGowan is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
MacGowan seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Nelson does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
MacGowan is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Nelson defends it well. #SUB#
MacGowan wants to work for an arm triangle but Nelson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
MacGowan is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Nelson has managed to free his arm - good work. #T8##SUB2#
Nelson actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
MacGowan is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Nelson has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
MacGowan is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
MacGowan is breathing heavily.#SUB2#
Nelson is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! MacGowan is tapping! Great win for Nelson!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Stoned Nelson!
After winning the bout, Stoned Nelson 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:
OFK 336 -
Date: Sep 24, 2023 |
#R1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Emperor. Nelson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Emperor misses with an uppercut.
Nelson defending well as Emperor loads up on a big left hand.
Nelson looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Emperor takes a swing at Nelson's ribcage but misses.
Nelson throws a body shot but no joy.
Emperor thows a left - swing and a miss!
Emperor throws a shot from downtown. Nelson moves away and avoids it.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Emperor 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.
Emperor just misses with a punch to the body.
Nelson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Emperor.
Emperor thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nelson throwing a counter right hand but Emperor manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Nelson clinches.
Emperor tries a body shot but Nelson blocks it.
Nelson misses with a punch to the body.
#TD#
Nelson pulls guard effortlessly.
Emperor looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T1#
Emperor preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Nelson is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Nelson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Emperor defends well.
Emperor stopping the sweep attempt from Nelson.#SUB#
Nelson has his foot on Emperor's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Emperor works his way back into a safe position though.
Emperor stopping the sweep attempt from Nelson.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Nelson looking for a guillotine here but Emperor defends easily.
Emperor is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Emperor trying to control but Nelson is working from the bottom.
Nelson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Nelson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Nelson looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nelson is working hard here to advance position.#T3#
Emperor trying to control the position here.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Nelson preventing the sweep.
Nelson tries to free his leg and advance position but Emperor is retaining full guard.
Nelson missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Emperor controlling the position.
Nelson advances to half guard.
Nelson is thwarting Emperor's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Nelson is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T4#
Nelson wants to free his trapped foot but Emperor is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Emperor pushes Nelson off looking to stand but Nelson dives back in and keeps control.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#SUB#
Nelson is trying to work for a kimura but Emperor is defending well.
Emperor is trying to control but can't.
Nelson wants to pass the guard but Emperor is defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nelson works his way into full mount!
Nelson moves to back control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Stoned Nelson dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Emperor misses with a hook. Nelson ducked under it nicely.
Emperor tries to clinch but Nelson is having none of it.
Nelson throws a right hand that misses
and Emperor counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Nelson thinking.
Nelson with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Nelson misses the shot to the body.
Nelson stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Nelson throws a hook but Emperor avoids it easily.#CL#
Emperor gets tackled into the cage by Nelson. Nelson maintains the clinch.
Nelson jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Emperor walks away with a smile on his face. Nelson gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Nelson takes one on the chin but seems OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nelson misses with a body shot
and Emperor counters with a right hand to the body.
Emperor thows a left - swing and a miss!
A counter left hand to the body from Nelson misses its target.
Emperor with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Emperor misses with a looping left.#T1#
Nelson swings for the body but Emperor moves out of range.
Emperor lands a jab to the nose.
Nelson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nelson misses with a takedown attempt - Emperor sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
A shot to the liver by Emperor. Beautiful body shot.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
A telegraphed right hand from Emperor misses the target.
Nelson appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Emperor throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Nelson.
Emperor looks to throw the jab but Nelson is out of range. #CL#
Nelson moves into the clinch successfully.
Nelson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nelson misses with a body punch.
Good body shot from Nelson.
#T2#
Emperor tries to stall but Nelson uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Emperor lands a nice shot to the body.
A short right from Nelson.
Nelson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Emperor is defending well against a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stoned Nelson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nelson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Emperor's elbow.
Emperor goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nelson throws a head punch that misses.
Emperor working aggressively here.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Stalling in the clinch from Emperor.
Nelson lands a right hand.
Nelson lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Nelson goes for a takedown attempt but Emperor pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Emperor throws a looping overhand right but Nelson ducks down to avoid it.
Nice shot by Emperor.#CUT2#It looks like Stoned Nelson has been cut.#T3#
Nelson shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Emperor defends it nicely.
Emperor misses with a straight left.
Nelson gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Emperor counters with a nice uppercut.
Nelson moves out of range as Emperor strikes.
Nelson doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Emperor cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#ROC2#Nelson is rocked!
Fedor Emperor is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nelson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Emperor.
Emperor slips a straight right by Nelson.
Nelson moves away from the strike by Emperor.
Emperor lands a head shot.
Oh Nelson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T4#
A big right from Emperor misses.
Emperor waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nelson.
Emperor doesn't manage to clinch there - Nelson circles away.
Nelson seems to have got his legs back now.
Nelson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Emperor misses with a body shot.
Emperor throws a hook but Nelson avoids it easily.
Emperor throws out a powerful jab.
Nice jab there from Nelson.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice defenses there by Emperor.
Emperor looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Emperor takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Nelson swings for the body but Emperor moves out of range.
Nelson scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Jab from Nelson.
Nelson dives in for a single leg takedown but Emperor sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Fedor Emperor showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Stoned Nelson's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Emperor lands a nice shot that snaps Nelson's head back.
Emperor keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Nelson fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Emperor avoids it really well and circles away.
Emperor looks to land a right hand but Nelson moved out of range.
Emperor throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Nelson stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Nelson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Emperor.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Emperor throws a solid leg kick but Nelson takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Emperor.
Emperor misses with a hook.
Nelson throws a shot from downtown. Emperor moves away and avoids it.
Emperor looks to land a left hand but Nelson moved out of range nicely.
Nelson throws an off balance right hand
#KD2#
and Emperor counters with a nice right hand that sends Nelson toppling to the canvas! Nelson scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Emperor finish him?!#T1#
Emperor misses with a hook. Nelson ducked under it nicely.
A big right from Emperor misses.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Nelson.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Emperor! But no joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stoned Nelson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Emperor cracks Nelson with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Nelson falls to his knees and Emperor doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Fedor Emperor!
A very excited looking Fedor Emperor 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:
OFK 328 - Chika Vs Goodman
Date: Aug 27, 2023 |
#R1#
Nelson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Durant.
Durant looks to land a right hand but Nelson moved out of range.#TD2#
Nelson shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Durant manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#SUB2#
Nelson has gone for a leg lock! Durant slips out almost immediately though and dives into Nelson's guard.#REVR#
Durant forces his way into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nelson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1#
Durant trying to control the pace.
Nelson wants to improve his position but Durant is controlling well.
The fighters are battling for position here. Nelson manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Nelson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Durant doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Durant manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Nelson wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Nelson is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Nelson is looking for a triangle but Durant pushes his legs off easily.
#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Nelson looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Nelson 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.
Durant not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Durant pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nelson is keeping the position for now.
Durant preventing the sweep.
Nelson wants to improve his position but instead Durant has moved into half guard.
Nelson is looking for a sweep. Durant is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Nelson is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Durant's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Durant's back!
Well, with Nelson on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Durant is tapping out... Can he escape the position?#T3##SUB2#
Nelson looking to finish the fight with a rear naked choke. Durant is controlling Nelson 's left arm and he spins nicely into guard.
Nelson wants to sweep here but Durant controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Nelson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Durant sitting in guard here, content to control.
Nelson told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Nelson is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Nelson wants to pass the guard but Durant is defending well. #T4#
Durant tries to kick Nelson off but Nelson keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Durant won't allow Nelson to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Nelson is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Durant has managed to free his arm - good work.
Nelson tries to pass the half guard into mount. Durant knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
Nelson 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.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nelson is pressing down on Durant's thigh, looking to free his foot. Durant is holding on for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Stoned Nelson dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Nelson throws a jab but it's blocked by Durant.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Nelson throws a sloppy body shot
and Nelson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#It looks like Stoned Nelson has been cut.
Durant tries to close the distance and clinch but Nelson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Nelson connects with the punch.
Durant throws a quick head kick that knocks Nelson silly! This fight is all over! What a finish! Durant is up on the cage, taking in the applause from the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Kevin Durant!
Kevin Durant 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:
OFK 317 - Marek vs Nik
Date: Jul 22, 2023 |
#R1#
Quigley throws a poor cross that misses
#TD2#
and Nelson counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Quigley! #SUB2#
Nelson tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Nelson has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Nelson wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Quigley, who protects the arm well.
Nelson controlling the position from side mount.
Quigley prevents Nelson from improving position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Quigley tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Nelson wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T1#
Nelson trying to control the position but Quigley is working away.
Quigley is trying to improve his position.
Nelson tries to advance to mount but can't. #SUB2#
Nelson working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Nelson wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Quigley, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Nelson goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Quigley has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Nelson but great work by Quigley.#T2#
Nelson is looking for a sweep.
Nelson 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.
Nelson is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Nelson gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Quigley in particular looking to stall.
We've been hearing good reports from Quigley'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.
Quigley wants to control but Nelson is keeping him busy.
Quigley tries to stand but can't do so whilst Nelson controls his leg.
Quigley trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Quigley performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Nelson manages to get to full guard.
#T3#
Nelson is pulling down on Quigley's head to control his posture.
Quigley trying to control but Nelson is working from the bottom.
Quigley controls from within his opponent's guard.
Quigley wants to stand but Nelson is controlling his posture from full guard.
Nelson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Nelson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Quigley can't keep his opponent in guard - Nelson advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Nelson wants to take a breather but Quigley is having none of it. #SUB2#
Nelson seems to be working for a kimura but Quigley defends the submission attempt.
Nelson is trying to control. Quigley wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Nelson is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Nelson perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Stoned Nelson dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Quigley throws a shot from downtown. Nelson moves away and avoids it.
Nelson is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Quigley with a body shot.
A slow jab from Quigley misses its intended target.
Nelson gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
enabling Quigley to counter with a crisp jab. #KD#
Oooooh!!! Quigley has knocked Nelson down with a huge combo! Quigley steps away and waves a wobbly Nelson back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#Nelson is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Stoned Nelson has been cut.
Quigley loads up on a big right hand but Nelson slips the punch.
Quigley throws a right and a left that both miss.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Quigley throws a looping overhand right but Nelson ducks down to avoid it.
Nelson changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#KD#
Quigley lands a big right hand that sends Nelson crashing to the mat! Quigley stays standing though and waves Nelson back to his feet!
Nelson is still on wobbly legs! Can Quigley finish him?
Nelson swings widly with a right hand
and Quigley counters with a big right hand! Oh Nelson is in trouble here! Quigley follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Matthew Quigley!
A relieved looking Matthew Quigley 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:
OFK 310 - Marek Vs Presley
Date: Jun 25, 2023 |
#R1##TD#
Dudeson scores with a takedown into Nelson's guard.
Dudeson lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Nelson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Dudeson manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Dudeson is controlling Nelson's posture.
Dudeson is trying to keep Nelson in close.
Dudeson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Nelson manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Dudeson trying to control the position from guard on top but Nelson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Nelson is looking for a triangle but Dudeson pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Nelson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dudeson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T1#
Nelson wants to sweep but no luck.
Dudeson postures up.
Dudeson landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB2#
Nelson throws his legs up looking for a submission but Dudeson uses it to pass to side control.
Dudeson is looking to take a break and control but Nelson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Nelson told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Nelson gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Nelson working to try and regain half guard.
#T2#
Nelson wants to hold on but Dudeson pushes him away.
Nelson 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.#SUB2#
Nelson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Dudeson trying to control the action but Nelson is working from the bottom.
Dudeson trying to pass the guard but Nelson defending well.
Dudeson lands with a punch from half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Dudeson lands a nice short elbow.
Nelson trying to control here.
#T3##SUB2#
Nelson looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Dudeson is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Nelson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dudeson looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Nelson with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Dudeson trying to control from half guard but Nelson is working away.
Dudeson scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Nelson wants to improve his position but Dudeson is controlling well.
Dudeson is keen to just control but Nelson is a slippery customer.#T4#
Nelson regains full guard. Nicely done.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Dudeson's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Dudeson stands and throws Nelson's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Dudeson working the ground and pound.
Dudeson wants to control but Nelson is keeping him busy.
Nelson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Dudeson wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Dudeson slows the pace down.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nelson takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Nelson sneaks back into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dude Dudeson dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Dudeson lunges at Nelson with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Nelson's hand.
Dudeson shoots in looking for a takedown. Nelson tries to sprawl out of it but Dudeson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Nelson manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #TD#
Nelson gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SUB2#
Nelson looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Dudeson has picked Nelson up and slammed him! Nelson can't keep hold of the triangle and Dudeson manages to pass to side control!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dudeson working the body and head with strikes.
Dudeson works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Nelson takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Dudeson scoring with punches and elbows. #T1#
Dudeson in side control lands a decent elbow. #ROC#Nelson is rocked!
Dude Dudeson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
You can see the frustration on Nelson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Nelson manages to get back to half guard.
Nelson is staying active underneath Dudeson, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Dudeson working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Nelson's thigh. Nelson counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Dudeson landing with the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Nelson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Nelson looking for a sweep. Not yet Nelson, not yet. #T2##SUB2#
Nelson looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Dudeson passes into side control.
Nelson is looking for a sweep.
Dudeson trying to control the action but Nelson is working from the bottom.
Nelson taking a bit of punishment here - Dudeson scoring with strikes.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nelson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Nelson trying his best to control but Dudeson has mounted him.
Nelson is squirming around, avoiding Dudeson's attempts to control the action. #T3#
A nice elbow there by Dudeson.
Dudeson can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Nelson is looking to escape.
Nelson is trying to escape the mount.
Nelson wants to hold on but Dudeson pushes him away.
Dudeson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nelson can do to turn this around?
Dudeson lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Dudeson in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Dudeson unloads with some vicious shots from mount and Nelson wants out - he looks towards the referee who steps in to save him! Dudeson celebrates on the cage and the crowd goes wild!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dude Dudeson!
Dude Dudeson looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'I gave this guys wife a three knuckler just the other night. So this was kinda awkward, props to him for showing up, and my apologies for ruining your weekend.'. |
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Event:
OFK 302 - Marek Vs Jankovic
Date: May 28, 2023 |
#R1#
Hampton shoots in for a double leg but Nelson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Nelson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Hampton closes the distance and clinches up with Nelson, looking for a takedown. Hampton pushes Nelson against the cage but Nelson circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Nelson gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #TD#
and Hampton counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nelson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Nelson told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Nelson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
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.
Hampton throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Nelson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Hampton. #SUB2#
Nelson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hampton defends well.
Nelson wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Hampton is now in half guard. #T1#
Hampton missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Nelson moves into full guard.
#SUB2#
Nelson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hampton defends well.#SUB2#
Nelson throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Hampton escapes and throws Nelson's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Hampton scoring with punches and elbows.
Nelson tries to improve position but can't.
Hampton wants to control but Nelson is keeping him busy. #T2#
Hampton has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Hampton is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Nelson can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Hampton prevents Nelson from getting the reversal.
Hampton content just to control the position here.
Hampton lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Nelson hang on?
Nelson is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Nelson wants to hold on but Hampton pushes him away.
Hampton pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hampton looking to finish Nelson with some ground and pound. This is bad for Nelson!#ROC#Nelson is rocked!
Nelson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hampton lands a heavy shot. That's hurt Nelson! Hampton sees the opportunity and turns up the heat - strike after strike land to the defenseless Nelson and the ref dives in to save him! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). DeVon Hampton!
DeVon Hampton decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 04, 2023 |
#R1##TD#
Nelson shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Nelson showed some decent athleticism there.
Camera Tv is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Nelson is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Nelson prevents Camera Tv from improving his position.#SUB#
Nelson is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Camera Tv defends it well. #SUB2#
Camera Tv looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Nelson seems to be working for a kimura but Camera Tv defends the submission attempt.
Nelson is trying to control the action in half guard but Camera Tv is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T1#
Camera Tv is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Nelson's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Nelson's back!
Nelson trying to control the action but Camera Tv just sinks the hooks in.
Camera Tv lands a shot to the body.
Nelson rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Camera Tv throwing shots but Nelson is blocking nicely.
Nelson is looking for a sweep. Camera Tv is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Nelson blocking the ground and pound attempt from Camera Tv.
Nelson is pressing down on Camera Tv's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Camera Tv trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Nelson is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Camera Tv is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Camera Tv avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Nelson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2#
Camera Tv scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Camera Tv is sitting in close to Nelson's body. Nelson has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Camera Tv is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Camera Tv is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Nelson.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Stoned Nelson!
A relieved looking Stoned Nelson 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 13, 2023 |
#R1#
Stubbs works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#KD2#
Stubbs sends Nelson crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Stubbs is motioning to the referee to let Nelson up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC2#Nelson is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Stoned Nelson has been cut.
Stubbs throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Stubbs misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nelson.
Nelson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Stubbs.
Stubbs throws a body punch but Nelson moves out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Stubbs misses with the combination.
#TD#
Nelson drives through with a takedown into Stubbs's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top 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.
Stubbs wants to get back to his feet but Nelson is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Nelson pushing down on Stubbs's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Nelson 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.
Stubbs looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Nelson passes the guard and advances to mount! #T1#
Nelson sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Nelson looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Stubbs wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
Stubbs stops Nelson from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. #ES2#
Stubbs bucks up and throws Nelson to the side - he's got back to his feet. Great escape!
Stubbs connects with a single shot there.
Stubbs tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nelson was well out of range. Poor timing from Stubbs.#T3#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Nelson, as that shot connected.
Stubbs misses with a right hand #TD#
and Nelson counters with a single leg into guard. Stubbs didn't expect that.
Nelson's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Stubbs really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Nelson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Nelson trying to control but Stubbs is working from the bottom.
Nelson looking to sit in guard and control but Stubbs gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Nelson has a closed guard, preventing Stubbs from standing up. #T4##SUB#
Nelson has his foot on Stubbs's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Stubbs works his way back into a safe position though.
Stubbs must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Nelson seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Stubbs has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Nelson is proving hard to escape from. #SUB#
Nelson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Stubbs doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Nelson is tightening it up a little... Stubbs has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Stubbs reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Stubbs taps out! Nice BJJ there by Nelson!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Stoned Nelson!
Stoned Nelson thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 01, 2023 |
#R1##KD2#
Oooooh!!! Nelson has knocked O Keeffe down with a huge combo! Nelson steps away and waves a wobbly O Keeffe back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#CUT2#It looks like Owen O Keeffe has been cut.
Nelson misses with a low kick.
O Keeffe changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Nelson lands with a nice body punch. #CL2#
Nelson has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD#
O Keeffe has clasped his hands together around Nelson's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
O Keeffe working away.#SUB#
O Keeffe working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
Nelson gets back to half guard.#T1#
Nelson manages to get to full guard.
Nelson keeping moving, preventing O Keeffe from controlling successfully.
O Keeffe stopping the sweep attempt from Nelson.
O Keeffe trying to control the position from guard on top but Nelson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Nelson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
O Keeffe looking to improve position, pressing down on Nelson's thigh with his hand. Nelson seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is O Keeffe paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! O Keeffe's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Nelson picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Stoned Nelson!
After winning the bout, Stoned Nelson 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:
CWC 348
Date: Mar 19, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 28 losses; Don Lemieux! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 6 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are Josh West, Roger Salmon and Paul Gruel.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Lemieux scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Lemieux (4) vs (0) Nelson
Nelson is trying to improve his position.
Lemieux is looking to take a break and control but Nelson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Nelson is looking to reverse the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nelson is not content to let Lemieux control the position.
Nelson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Lemieux wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T1#
Nelson wants to control but Lemieux postures up.
Nelson is trying to get back to half guard.
Lemieux 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.#SUB#
Lemieux looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Lemieux tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Lemieux has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Lemieux tries for a kimura but Nelson is defending well. #T2##SUB#
Lemieux is trying to get an arm triangle but Nelson is defending well.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Nelson is looking for a sweep.
Nelson is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Nelson is looking for a sweep. Lemieux is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Nelson preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Nelson trying to get back to full guard but Lemieux takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Lemieux (7) vs (0) Nelson#T3#
Lemieux sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Nelson wants to hold on but Lemieux pushes him away.
Nelson manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Lemieux prevents Nelson from improving his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nelson is still trying to improve position.
Lemieux is trying to control the action in half guard but Nelson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Lemieux controlling the action here.#T4#
Lemieux wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nelson keeps working.
Nelson is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Lemieux is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Nelson is trying to maintain the position but Lemieux is very close to passing his half guard.
Lemieux content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Nelson wants to control but Lemieux is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T5#
Nelson is looking for a sweep. Lemieux is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lemieux is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Nelson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Nelson is defending against the submission attempts here by Lemieux.
#T6#
Nelson wants to control but Lemieux passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Lemieux (10) vs (0) Nelson
Nelson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Lemieux wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Lemieux wants to control but Nelson is keeping him busy.
Nelson is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Lemieux is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Nelson is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Nelson is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T7#
Lemieux in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Nelson regains half guard.#SUB2#
Nelson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Nelson wants to control but Lemieux is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T8##SUB#
Lemieux is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Lemieux is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Nelson is just riding it out for now. Lemieux eventually gives up the hold.
Nelson is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T9#
Nelson works his way to full guard. Good work.
Lemieux trying to control but Nelson is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Lemieux drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Lemieux jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Lemieux looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Nelson isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Lemieux stacks Nelson 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 Lemieux! Score +3 for passing guard: Lemieux (13) vs (0) Nelson
Nelson tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T10#
Lemieux is looking to take a break and control but Nelson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Nelson manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Nelson is looking for a sweep. Lemieux is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lemieux seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Nelson does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Nelson tries to get to full guard but Lemieux has control of the leg. #T11#
Lemieux is keen to just control but Nelson is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Nelson is defending against the submission attempts here by Lemieux.
Nelson keeping control of the position.
Nelson is looking to control Lemieux's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Nelson avoid being mounted?
Lemieux controlling the action here. #T12#
Nelson is looking for a sweep. Lemieux is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Lemieux is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Nelson wants to control but Lemieux is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Nelson is pressing down on Lemieux's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Nelson looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Lemieux puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Nelson makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Nelson.
Nelson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T13##SUB2#
Nelson looking for a guillotine here but Lemieux defends easily.
Lemieux wants to control from the top but Nelson keeps moving.
Nelson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Lemieux's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lemieux (13) vs (2) Nelson
Nelson trying to control the position from guard on top but Lemieux is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nelson trying to move into half guard but instead Lemieux has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lemieux (15) vs (2) Nelson#T14#
Lemieux controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Lemieux trying to control but Nelson is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Nelson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lemieux doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lemieux manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Lemieux passes into half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lemieux seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Nelson does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Nelson trying to control from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Lemieux takes the fight on points by 15 to 2.
A relieved looking Don Lemieux 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 343
Date: Mar 12, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 16 losses; Fionn Mulligan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 6 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fray, Micheangelo Fripello and Ryoma Takatsuka.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Mulligan feints and as Nelson raises his hands in defense, Mulligan changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Mulligan (2) vs (0) Nelson
We've been hearing good reports from Mulligan'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#
Mulligan is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Nelson is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Nelson has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mulligan (2) vs (2) Nelson
Nelson wants to control from the top but Mulligan keeps moving. #SUB#
Nelson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Mulligan has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Nelson has managed to get both his arms back between Mulligan's legs - danger averted.
Nelson trying to control but Mulligan is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mulligan tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Mulligan throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Mulligan controls Nelson momentarily but Nelson frees himself. #T1#
Nelson preventing the sweep.
Nelson advances to half guard. #SUB2#
Nelson is trying to work for a kimura but Mulligan is defending well.
Nelson wants to pass to mount but Mulligan is defending the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Nelson is working for a kimura but Mulligan is defending it quite comfortably.
Nelson is trying to control the action in half guard but Mulligan is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T2#
Nelson trying to pass the guard but Mulligan defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mulligan trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Nelson seems to be looking for submissions.
Nelson trying to control from half guard but Mulligan is working away. #SUB2#
Nelson 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.
Nelson wants to advance to full mount but Mulligan doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead. #T3#
Mulligan controlling the position.
Nelson is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Mulligan is adopting a defensive guard.
Nelson trying to control the position from guard on top but Mulligan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mulligan not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Nelson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mulligan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Mulligan has his hands on Nelson's head, controlling the position.
Mulligan wants to sweep here but Nelson controlling him for the moment. #T4##SUB#
Nelson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Mulligan has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Nelson has managed to get both his arms back between Mulligan's legs - danger averted.
Mulligan controls Nelson momentarily but Nelson frees himself.
Nelson trying to control but Mulligan is working from the bottom.
Mulligan will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Mulligan not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Nelson stays in close to Mulligan's body and controls the position.
Mulligan wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T5#
Nelson trying to control but Mulligan is working from the bottom.
Nelson is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Mulligan pulls Nelson in to control the position.
Nelson tries to free his leg and advance position but Mulligan is retaining full guard.
Mulligan has control of Nelson's left arm, preventing Nelson from doing any damage.
Nelson trying to control the position from guard on top but Mulligan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T6#
Nelson controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Nelson's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Mulligan controlling Nelson's posture.
Mulligan keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully.
Nelson advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Mulligan (2) vs (5) Nelson#T7##SUB2#
Nelson is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Mulligan knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Mulligan is looking for a sweep.
Mulligan struggling a bit here.
Mulligan prevents Nelson from improving position.
Nelson just content to control the position. #SUB2#
Nelson tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Mulligan wants to control but Nelson postures up.#T8##SUB2#
Nelson is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Mulligan is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Nelson is looking to take a break and control but Mulligan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Mulligan is trying to control Nelson's posture but Nelson avoids it.
Mulligan is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Nelson is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Nelson advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Mulligan (2) vs (7) Nelson#T9#
Mulligan tries to hold on but Nelson pushes him away. #SUB2#
Nelson looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Mulligan regains half guard.
Nelson wants to pass to mount but Mulligan is defending the position. #SUB2#
Nelson is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Nelson content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Mulligan is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T10##SUB2#
Nelson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Nelson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Mulligan wants to get back to full guard.
Mulligan is pressing down on Nelson's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Mulligan working for a triangle but Nelson defends it easily.
Nelson's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T11#
Mulligan keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Mulligan looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Nelson wants to control from the top but Mulligan keeps moving. #SUB#
Mulligan has his foot on Nelson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Nelson works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Nelson drops back looking for a leg! Mulligan is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Mulligan manages to kick Nelson off! Nelson jumps back into Mulligan's guard. #SUB#
Mulligan had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Nelson defends it easily.
Mulligan is breathing heavily.#T12#
Nelson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mulligan is keeping the position for now.
Nelson looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Nelson sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Mulligan's guard.
Well,Mulligan is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Nelson wants to control but Mulligan is keeping him busy.
Mulligan slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Nelson wants to control from the top but Mulligan keeps moving. #T13#
Nelson preventing the sweep.
Nelson trying to control but Mulligan is working from the bottom.
Nelson looking to sit in guard and control but Mulligan gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mulligan (4) vs (7) Nelson#SUB2#
Nelson looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Nelson 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.
Nelson has control of Mulligan's left arm, preventing Mulligan from doing any damage.
Nelson wants to sweep here but Mulligan controlling him for the moment. #T14#
Nelson looking to control.
Mulligan trying to control the position from guard on top but Nelson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nelson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Mulligan got a little sloppy there for a moment and Nelson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Mulligan has managed to get both his arms back between Nelson's legs - danger averted.
Nelson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Mulligan wants to control from the top but Nelson keeps moving.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mulligan trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nelson wins on points by 7 to 4.
A very excited looking Stoned Nelson 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:
CWC 334 - Prelims
Date: Jan 22, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 26 losses; Don Lemieux! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 5 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are Yukihiro Yamamoto, Sosuke Kotani and Kenichi Hosakawa.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Lemieux closes the distance and clinches.
Nelson goes for a takedown in the clinch but Lemieux prevents it.
Lemieux gets underhooks to prevent Nelson's takedown attempt.
Lemieux is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Don Lemieux has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Stoned Nelson.
Lemieux is pressed up against the cage. Nelson has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Lemieux down to the mat. Lemieux avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #TD#
Lemieux shoots in and gets a takedown into Nelson's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lemieux (2) vs (0) Nelson
Lemieux stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nelson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lemieux looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Nelson keeping full guard, as Lemieux tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lemieux 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. #T1#
Lemieux trying to control but Nelson is working from the bottom.
Lemieux not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Nelson is trying to hold Lemieux in close to prevent damage but Lemieux has managed to pass into half guard.
#SUB#
Lemieux seems to be looking for submissions.
Nelson wants to control but Lemieux is keeping busy.
Lemieux trying to control the action but Nelson is working from the bottom. #T2##SUB#
Lemieux is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Lemieux is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Nelson manages to get to full guard.
Nelson controls Lemieux momentarily but Lemieux frees himself. #T3#
Lemieux preventing the sweep.
Lemieux trying to control the position from guard on top but Nelson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lemieux is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2#
Nelson is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lemieux is aware though and is defending well.
Lemieux controlling from the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nelson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lemieux wants to control from the top but Nelson keeps moving.
Lemieux looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T4##SUB2#
Nelson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Lemieux sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Nelson's guard. #SUB#
Lemieux seems to be working for a kimura but Nelson defends the submission attempt.
Nelson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T5##SUB#
Lemieux wants to work for an arm triangle but Nelson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Nelson trying to control from the bottom.
Nelson moves into full guard.
Nelson trying to control the position.
#SUB2#
Nelson is looking for a triangle here but Lemieux uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Lemieux (5) vs (0) Nelson#SUB#
Lemieux is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Nelson knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Lemieux wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Nelson, who protects the arm well. #T6#
Nelson is looking to reverse the position.
Nelson is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Lemieux's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Nelson is looking for a sweep. Lemieux is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Nelson trying to control but Lemieux postures up.
Well, if Lemieux 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.
#T7##SUB#
Lemieux is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nelson sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Lemieux is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Nelson desperately trying to maintain half guard. #SUB2#
Nelson looking for submissions off his back.
Nelson is pressing down on Lemieux's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T8#
Nelson keeping moving, preventing Lemieux from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nelson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Lemieux controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Lemieux trying to control the position from guard on top but Nelson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Nelson looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Lemieux passes into half guard.
#T9#
Nelson trying to control here.
Nelson makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Nelson.
Nelson is looking to sweep but instead, Lemieux has passed into half guard.
Nelson regains full guard. Nicely done.
Lemieux's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2#
Nelson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T10#
Nelson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Lemieux trying to control but Nelson is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Nelson is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lemieux is aware though and is defending well.
Lemieux won't allow Nelson to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Nelson has an active guard here but Lemieux has managed to pass into half guard.
Lemieux wants to control but Nelson is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Lemieux is looking for a kimura but Nelson is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Lemieux to get the leverage. #T11#
Nelson is looking for a sweep. Lemieux is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lemieux wants to take a breather but Nelson is having none of it. #SUB#
Lemieux is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Nelson doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Lemieux. #SUB#
Lemieux seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Nelson looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Nelson is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Lemieux has latched onto it... Big trouble! Lemieux pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Nelson is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Lemieux!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Don Lemieux!
After winning the bout, Don Lemieux 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:
CWCFN 10
Date: Jan 13, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Arthur Morgan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 4 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are Nard Betker, Albert Achterberg and Patrick Alders.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Nelson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Morgan sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Nelson somewhat.#CL#
Morgan gets a clinch.
Morgan fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Morgan fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#TD2#
Nelson is trying to trip Morgan. He has hold of a leg but Morgan is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Nelson persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Morgan (0) vs (2) Nelson#SUB#
Morgan is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Morgan looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Nelson trying to control but Morgan is working from the bottom. #T1##SUB#
Nelson looking to improve position, pressing down on Morgan's thigh with his hand. Morgan seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Nelson paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Nelson's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Morgan picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Arthur Morgan!
Arthur Morgan spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
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Event:
CWC 332 - Jackson vs Perez
Date: Jan 08, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 25 losses; Ze Jiurgite! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, Dillan Fox and Robert Douchet.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Jiurgite closes the distance and clinches.#TD2#
Nelson works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Jiurgite (0) vs (2) Nelson
Nelson trying to control the position from guard on top but Jiurgite is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jiurgite managing to control the position.
Jiurgite keeping full guard, as Nelson tries to pass.
Nelson trying to control the position from guard on top but Jiurgite is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Nelson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Jiurgite has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Nelson has managed to get both his arms back between Jiurgite's legs - danger averted.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nelson wants to pass the guard but Jiurgite is keeping the position.
Jiurgite pulls Nelson in close to his closed guard and prevents Nelson from doing any damage or advancing position.#SUB#
Jiurgite looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T1#
Nelson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nelson wants to control from the top but Jiurgite keeps moving.
Jiurgite 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: Jiurgite (2) vs (2) Nelson
Jiurgite looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Nelson manages to get to full guard.
Jiurgite stays in close to Nelson's body and controls the position. #T2#
Jiurgite works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Nelson is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Jiurgite jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Jiurgite (5) vs (2) Nelson
Jiurgite in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Jiurgite has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Jiurgite has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Nelson looking for a sweep but Jiurgite has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Jiurgite (7) vs (2) Nelson
Jiurgite prevents Nelson from getting the reversal.#T3#
Jiurgite controlling from mount.
Jiurgite seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Nelson is holding on tight.
Nelson can't escape the position.
Jiurgite can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Nelson is looking to escape.
Jiurgite controlling his opponent.
Nelson keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Jiurgite sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T4#
Nelson is controlling an arm, preventing Jiurgite from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Jiurgite looking to control but Nelson is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Jiurgite content just to control the position here.
Nelson wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Jiurgite (10) vs (2) Nelson
Jiurgite wants to control but Nelson is keeping busy.#T5#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jiurgite controls the position.
I really don't envy Nelson right now.
Jiurgite controls the action.
Nelson prevents Jiurgite from getting a body triangle.
Nelson trying to control the hands but Jiurgite breaks the grip.
Jiurgite has the hooks in. Nelson is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Nelson keeps trying to improve his position.
Nelson breaks Jiurgite's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jiurgite (10) vs (4) Nelson
Jiurgite pulls Nelson in to control the position. #T6##SUB#
Jiurgite is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Nelson controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Jiurgite keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully.
Jiurgite tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Jiurgite is working hard here to advance position.
Nelson looking to sit in guard and control but Jiurgite gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jiurgite (12) vs (4) Nelson
Jiurgite is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T7#
Nelson looking to control.
Jiurgite sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2#
Nelson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Jiurgite doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Jiurgite manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Jiurgite controlling from the top position.
Jiurgite wants to control from the top but Nelson keeps moving. #T8#
Jiurgite slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Jiurgite (15) vs (4) Nelson
Nelson is not content to let Jiurgite control the position. #SUB#
Nelson is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Jiurgite's leg. Oh but that's left an opportunity for Jiurgite! He's got an arm triangle... it looks tight! He's rotating and Nelson has tapped! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Ze Jiurgite! |
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Event:
CWC Fight Night 6
Date: Oct 28, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Ricky Clubber! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Edson Gomes and Luis Engracia.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Nelson closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD#
Clubber lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Clubber (2) vs (0) Nelson
Clubber sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Nelson tries to roll over but Clubber keeps him under control.#SUB#
Clubber is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nelson sees it coming and defends easily.
Nelson is looking for a sweep. Clubber is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Nelson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Still in half guard, Clubber seems content to control.#T1#
Nelson wants to control the action here but instead Clubber manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Clubber (5) vs (0) Nelson
Nelson is trying to escape the mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nelson tries to improve his position but instead Clubber has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Clubber (8) vs (0) Nelson
Clubber keeps control of the position as Nelson tries to break free.
#SUB#
Clubber is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Nelson knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Nelson for a finish.
I really don't envy Nelson right now.
Nelson turns into Clubber and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Clubber (8) vs (2) Nelson
Clubber keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Nelson drops back, looking for a kneebar! Clubber looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Clubber looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Clubber! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Clubber (12) vs (2) Nelson#T2#
Clubber in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Nelson struggling a bit here.
Clubber taking a breather here. #T3#
Nelson manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Clubber (12) vs (4) Nelson#SUB2#
Nelson is working for a kimura but Clubber is defending it quite comfortably.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nelson stalling away here and it's allowed Clubber to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Nelson looking to sit in guard and control but Clubber gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Clubber (14) vs (4) Nelson
Clubber won't allow Nelson to sweep him here.
Nelson looking to control.
Clubber 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.
Clubber stopping the sweep attempt from Nelson.#T4#
Nelson is still trying to improve position.
Nelson wants to hit a sweep here but Clubber passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Nelson there! Score +3 for passing guard: Clubber (17) vs (4) Nelson
Nelson is trying to escape the mount.
Clubber tries to control but Nelson wriggling away.
Nelson can't escape the position.
Clubber fails to move to back control.
Nelson is looking to get to half guard.#T5#
Clubber with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Nelson is squirming around, avoiding Clubber's attempts to control the action.
Nelson is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Nelson sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Nelson wants to control the action here but instead Clubber manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Clubber (20) vs (4) Nelson#SUB#
Clubber working for a submission but Nelson is keeping him at bay.
Nelson tries to hold on but Clubber pushes him away. #T6#
Nelson is trying desperately to improve position.
Clubber can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Nelson is looking to escape. #SUB#
Clubber looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Nelson tries to hold on but Clubber postures up.
Nelson tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T7#
Clubber wants to control the pace but Nelson is squirming around nicely.
Nelson wants to hold on but Clubber pushes him away.
Clubber moves to back control. Score +3 for taking back: Clubber (23) vs (4) Nelson
Clubber is trying to stick to Nelson's back but Nelson is turning into Clubber. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Clubber's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Nelson. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Clubber (23) vs (6) Nelson
Clubber keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Nelson drops back, looking for a kneebar! Clubber looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Clubber looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Clubber! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Clubber (27) vs (6) Nelson
Nelson tries to improve position but can't. #T8#
Clubber gets to mount! Nelson was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Clubber (29) vs (6) Nelson
Clubber sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Clubber is trying to control here but Nelson has managed to regain half guard.
Clubber is looking to advance position but Nelson won't allow it. #SUB#
Clubber seems to be working for a kimura but Nelson defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Clubber is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Nelson defends it well. #T9#
Nelson gets back to full guard.
Clubber is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB#
Clubber thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Nelson has control of Clubber's left arm, preventing Clubber from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Nelson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Clubber doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Clubber manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T10#
Nelson keeping moving, preventing Clubber from controlling successfully.
Clubber advances to half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Clubber'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.
Nelson keeping control of the position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Nelson manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Clubber trying to control the position from guard on top but Nelson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nelson wants to sweep here but Clubber controlling him for the moment. #T11#
Clubber not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Nelson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Clubber is one step ahead there.
Clubber advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Clubber (32) vs (6) Nelson
Clubber tries to advance to mount but Nelson denies him.
Clubber is looking to take a break and control but Nelson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Nelson tries to buck Clubber off but Clubber is having none of it.#T12#
Clubber wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nelson keeps working. #SUB#
Clubber tries for a kimura but Nelson is defending well. #SUB#
Clubber looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Nelson is trying to improve his position.#T13#
Clubber has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Clubber (34) vs (6) Nelson
Nelson is working to get back to half guard.
Clubber sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Nelson is wriggling around trying to escape.
Nelson 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.
Nelson wants to get back to full guard.#T14##SUB#
Clubber is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Nelson doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Clubber.
Nelson slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Clubber stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nelson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Clubber's corner is telling him to maintain position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Clubber takes the fight on points by 34 to 6.
A victorious Ricky Clubber 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:
CWC Fight Night 3
Date: Sep 28, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Stoned Nelson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 16 losses; Fionn Mulligan!
The judges for this bout are Paul Tew, Donald Grub and Steven Brown.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Nelson forces Mulligan back against the cage and clinches.#TD#
Nelson has picked Mulligan up - he's going for a ride! Nelson dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Nelson (2) vs (0) Mulligan
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.
Nelson prevents Mulligan from improving his position.#SUB#
Nelson is looking for a kimura but Mulligan is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Nelson to get the leverage. #SUB#
Nelson is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Mulligan is just riding it out for now. Nelson eventually gives up the hold.
Mulligan is looking to control Nelson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Mulligan avoid being mounted?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mulligan is trying is best to control the position here.
Mulligan is staying active underneath Nelson, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Mulligan wants to control but Nelson is keeping busy.
Mulligan told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Nelson seems to be working for a kimura but Mulligan defends the submission attempt.#T1##SUB2#
Mulligan looking for submissions off his back.
Mulligan wants to improve his position but Nelson is controlling well.
Mulligan wants to control but Nelson is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Nelson seems to be looking for submissions.
Nelson is keen to just control but Mulligan is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Mulligan makes his way to full guard, as Nelson worked for a kimura.
Mulligan manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Nelson manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (2) vs (2) Mulligan#T2##SUB2#
Mulligan drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Nelson manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Mulligan has Nelson in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (4) vs (2) Mulligan
Mulligan has control of Nelson's left arm, preventing Nelson from doing any damage. #SUB#
Nelson drops back looking for a leg! Mulligan is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Mulligan manages to kick Nelson off! Nelson jumps back into Mulligan's guard.
Nelson wants to control from the top but Mulligan keeps moving. #T3#
Mulligan not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Nelson sitting in guard here, content to control.
Nelson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mulligan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Nelson is working hard here to advance position.
Nelson 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.
Nelson wants to control from the top but Mulligan keeps moving. #T4#
Nelson trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Mulligan manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (4) vs (4) Mulligan#SUB2#
Mulligan drops back looking for a leg! Nelson is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Nelson manages to kick Mulligan off! Mulligan jumps back into Nelson's guard.
Nelson keeping moving, preventing Mulligan from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Mulligan drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Mulligan jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Nelson keeping moving, preventing Mulligan from controlling successfully. #T5#
Mulligan won't allow Nelson to sweep him here.
Mulligan trying to control but Nelson is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mulligan won't allow Nelson to sweep him here.
Mulligan wants to control from the top but Nelson keeps moving.
Mulligan is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Nelson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Mulligan trying to control but Nelson is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T6##SUB2#
Mulligan 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.
Nelson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Mulligan preventing the sweep.
Nelson working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Nelson looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Mulligan stays in close to Nelson's body and controls the position.
Mulligan won't allow Nelson to sweep him here.
Nelson keeping moving, preventing Mulligan from controlling successfully. #T7#
Mulligan won't allow Nelson to sweep him here.
Mulligan looking to pass the guard.
Nelson looking for a sweep. Not yet Nelson, not yet.
Mulligan wants to control from the top but Nelson keeps moving. #SUB2#
Nelson wants to improve his position here. There's a bit of a scramble and Mulligan has taken Nelson's back! He's locked on a rear naked choke here and Nelson has been forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Fionn Mulligan!
Fionn Mulligan thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CWC 317 - Prelims
Date: Aug 14, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Billy Riley! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Paulo Santos and Emerson Jorge.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Riley tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Nelson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Riley closes the distance and clinches. #TD#
Riley jumps into guard, dragging Nelson to the mat.
Nelson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Riley keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully.
Nelson might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Riley haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB#
Nelson sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Riley doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Nelson paying the price for stalling here - he's pushing hard on the arm trying to free himself but it's no use! He's tapped! WOW, quick submission from Riley - great work!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Billy Riley! |
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Event:
CWC 314 - Prelims
Date: Jul 24, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Stoned Nelson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 14 losses; Fionn Mulligan!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Mauricio Rocha and Thiago Cunha.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Nelson closes the distance and pushes Mulligan back into the cage.#TD#
Nelson decides to pull guard.
Nelson working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Nelson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Mulligan defends it easily.
Nelson looking to control.
Nelson might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Nelson has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Nelson keeping moving, preventing Mulligan from controlling successfully.
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.#SUB#
Nelson working for a triangle but Mulligan defends it easily.
Nelson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T1##SUB#
Nelson working for a triangle but Mulligan defends it easily.
Mulligan wants to control from the top but Nelson keeps moving.
Nelson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Nelson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Mulligan's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (2) vs (0) Mulligan#T2#
Mulligan pulls Nelson in close to prevent any damage.
Nelson wants to pass the guard but Mulligan is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Mulligan has his foot on Nelson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Nelson works his way back into a safe position though.
Mulligan 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.
Mulligan controlling the position.
Mulligan trying to control the position.
Nelson slips nicely into half guard.
Nelson is looking to take a break and control but Mulligan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Nelson performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Mulligan wants to control but Nelson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Nelson is keen to just control but Mulligan is a slippery customer.
Mulligan has a hand on Nelson's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Nelson takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Nelson (5) vs (0) Mulligan
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Nelson can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Mulligan is looking to escape.
Mulligan tries to reverse the position but Nelson maintains control.
Mulligan told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Mulligan tries to lock up and control but Nelson gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Mulligan is looking to improve his position but Nelson isn't that keen on the idea.
Nelson looking to control but Mulligan is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Nelson takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Score +3 for taking back: Nelson (8) vs (0) Mulligan
Mulligan trying to control but not successfully. #T5##SUB#
Mulligan showing good submission defense here.
Mulligan turns into Nelson and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (8) vs (2) Mulligan
Mulligan is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Mulligan postures up.
#SUB#
Nelson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Mulligan defends it easily.#T6#
Nelson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Mulligan is one step ahead there.
Mulligan trying to control the position from guard on top but Nelson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nelson is trying to control the position but Mulligan postures up.
Mulligan looking to sit in guard and control but Nelson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (10) vs (2) Mulligan
Nelson won't allow Mulligan to sweep him here.
Mulligan trying to control the position.
Nelson wants to pass the guard but Mulligan is keeping the position.#T7##SUB2#
Mulligan is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Nelson tries to free his leg and advance position but Mulligan is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Mulligan throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Mulligan has control of Nelson's left arm, preventing Nelson from doing any damage.
Nelson trying to control the position from guard on top but Mulligan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nelson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mulligan is keeping the position for now. #T8#
Mulligan is trying to keep Nelson in close.
Nelson wants to control from the top but Mulligan keeps moving. #SUB2#
Mulligan working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Nelson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Nelson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Mulligan wants to sweep here but Nelson controlling him for the moment.
Nelson trying to move into half guard but instead Mulligan has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (10) vs (4) Mulligan#T9#
Mulligan slips nicely into half guard.
Nelson wants to improve his position but Mulligan is controlling well.
Nelson preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Nelson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Mulligan content to control rather than advance.
Nelson trying to control here.
#T10##SUB2#
Mulligan 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.
Nelson trying to control here.
Mulligan trying to control the action but Nelson is working from the bottom.
Nelson trying to hold on to Mulligan's head to control him but Mulligan postures up.
#SUB2#
Mulligan is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T11#
Mulligan is figuring out what he wants to do next.
It looks like Mulligan 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.
Nelson is staying active underneath Mulligan, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Nelson wants to improve his position but Mulligan is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Mulligan wants to work for an arm triangle but Nelson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Mulligan is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Nelson doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Mulligan. #T12#
Nelson is controlling Mulligan's trapped leg to prevent Mulligan from advancing to side control.#SUB2#
Mulligan is trying to work for a kimura but Nelson is defending well.
Nelson controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #SUB2#
Mulligan is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Nelson defends it well. #T13#
Mulligan is looking to take a break and control but Nelson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Mulligan is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Nelson has his hands clasped together around Mulligan's back. He's all about the action.
Mulligan prevents Nelson from improving his position.#SUB2#
Mulligan 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.
#SUB2#
Mulligan is looking for a kimura but Nelson is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Mulligan to get the leverage. #T14#
Nelson trying to control but Mulligan postures up.
#SUB#
Nelson looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Mulligan is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Mulligan seems to be looking for submissions.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nelson takes the fight on points by 10 to 4.
Stoned Nelson 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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