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Event:
NYF 17: Donal vs Williamson
Date: Apr 29, 2023 |
#R1#
Cartier takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Cartier shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Cartier throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Cartier uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Gracie.
Gracie stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Cartier moves out of range of the strikes.
An attempted straight right counter from Cartier misses the target.
Cartier punishes Gracie's body with a nice straight punch.
Gracie moves into range and connects with a jab. #ROC2#Cartier is rocked!
Gracie circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Cartier to the canvas! Cartier doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Gracie keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Efim Gracie!
In his post fight interview, Efim Gracie gave a big smile as he said 'Lets gooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!!!'.
Cash Cartier was interviewed post fight and said 'Still got paid '. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 16, 2023 |
#R1#
Cartier throws a front kick aimed at Smith's knee but Smith avoids it well.
Cartier falls off balance throwing a combination
#TD#
and Smith counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Cartier is trying to get back to full guard.
Smith landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Smith missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Smith scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Smith is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Cartier tries to roll over but Smith keeps him under control.
Smith winds up and cracks Cartier with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Smith working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Smith passes the guard and advances to mount!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Smith landing punches. #T1#
Cartier 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.#SUB#
Smith seems to be looking for submissions.
Cartier tries to get to full guard but Smith has control of the leg.
Cartier is trying to maintain the position but Smith is very close to passing his half guard.
Smith trying to control from half guard but Cartier is working away. #SUB#
Cartier is defending against the submission attempts here by Smith.
Smith is pressing down on Cartier's thigh, looking to free his foot. Cartier is holding on for now.
Smith with the ground and pound but Cartier uses the opportunity to regain guard. #T2#
Smith is looking to work some ground and pound but Cartier has wrist control.
Smith advances position into side control!#SUB#
Smith is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Cartier is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Cartier is looking to regain half guard here but Smith keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB#
Smith is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Cartier knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Cartier is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. #T3##SUB#
Smith is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Cartier has escaped the position, nice work there.
Check out the look on Smith's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Smith working the head with strikes.
An elbow from Smith crashes against the mat.
Smith working the head and body with strikes. #SUB#
Smith tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Cartier takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Smith is putting a hurting on Cartier here, landing some big shots from side control.
Cartier regains half guard, as Smith was trying to land strikes. #T4#
Cartier tries to get to full guard but Smith has control of the leg.
Smith working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #SUB#
Smith is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Cartier is just riding it out for now. Smith eventually gives up the hold.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Smith connects with a nice short shot to Cartier's temple. #ROC#Cartier is rocked!
Smith controlling the pace.
Cartier is still in real trouble! Can Smith finish him?
Smith frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Cartier is bucking up trying to escape but Smith cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Smith working the ground and pound effectively.
#SUB#
Smith has control of Cartier's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Cartier regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Smith looking to control and managing it successfully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jake Smith dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Smith throws a monster overhand right that drops Cartier! Smith follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jake Smith!
A pretty intense looking Jake Smith took the opportunity post-fight to ask for a shot at the title.
Cash Cartier spoke after the fight, saying 'Still got paid '. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 10, 2023 |
#R1#
A jab from Chandler misses.
Cartier blocks a jab.
Cartier changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Chandler throws a hook but Cartier blocks it.
A slow jab from Chandler misses its intended target.
Chandler throws a lazy right hand but Cartier sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Cartier motions for Chandler to come forward. Cartier throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
As Cartier looks to move away, Chandler throws a big counter combo but Cartier just gets out of the way.
Chandler throws a jab when Cartier was well out of range.
Chandler definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Mike Chandler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Chandler moves out of range as Cartier strikes.
It looked like Chandler was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Jab, jab by Chandler - just one landing.
Chandler connects with the punch.
Chandler lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Cartier wants to clinch up but Chandler keeps it at a distance.
Chandler throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Chandler misses with a lunging right hand
#CL2#
and Cartier counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Cartier.
Cartier is looking to take this one to the mat.#T1##TD2#
Cartier pulls Chandler into guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Cartier holds on and takes a little breather.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Chandler is sitting in close to Cartier's body. Cartier has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Chandler is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Chandler is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Cartier.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Cash Cartier!
Cash Cartier 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:
Huang vs L i - Money #22
Date: Nov 06, 2022 |
#R1#
Cartier closes this distance looking for a takedown but Nyambe circles away.
Cartier swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Nyambe changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Nyambe moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Cartier throws out a powerful jab.
Cartier lands with a hook. Nyambe tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Cartier is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Cartier looks to throw the jab but Nyambe is out of range.
Nyambe avoids the head kick by Cartier.
Nyambe tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Cartier fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Nyambe avoids it really well and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cartier uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Nyambe has time to react.#T1#
Nyambe bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Cartier listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Cartier darts in looking for a takedown but Nyambe gets double underhooks and turns Cartier into the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cash Cartier. That's going to take a lot out of him.
With the fighters up against the cage, Cartier throws an elbow but misses.
Cartier controlling the action here for a moment.
Nyambe dodges an elbow strike from Cartier.
Cartier lands an elbow that stopped Nyambe in his tracks for a moment. #T2#
Cartier trying to land knees to the body.
#TD2#
Nyambe jumps guard and drags Cartier to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Nyambe can't keep his opponent in guard - Cartier advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Cartier is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nyambe sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Cartier is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Cartier trying to control from Nyambe's half guard. Nyambe has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Cartier wants to control from the top but Nyambe keeps moving. #T3#
Cartier is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nyambe keeping full guard, as Cartier tries to pass.
Cartier wants to control from the top but Nyambe keeps moving. #SU#
Cartier stands up from Nyambe's guard - Cartier perhaps looking for a knockout.
Nyambe takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Cartier lands a right hook to the body.
A nice leg kick from Cartier, right into the meat of the thigh.
Cartier clobbers Nyambe with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #TD#
Nyambe tries to sprawl but Cartier drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Cartier trying to control from half guard but Nyambe is working away.
Nyambe wants to control but Cartier is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Nyambe looks winded!
Cartier seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Nyambe does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Cash Cartier 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#
Cartier tries to clinch there but Nyambe circles away.
Nyambe tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
A head kick misses from Cartier.
And Nyambe tries to counter it with a takedown but Cartier pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Nyambe slips under a jab.
Cartier connects with an inside leg kick.
We've been informed that Nyambe has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Kabelo Nyambe is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nyambe ducks under a wild hook from Cartier.
Cartier fails with the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nyambe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Cartier lands a really nice looking cross but Nyambe seems unphased.
#CL#
Cartier moves into the clinch successfully.
#TD#
Cartier manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #T1#
Nyambe trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB2#
Nyambe is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Cartier is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Cartier has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Cartier passes Nyambe's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Nyambe is breathing heavily.
Cartier content to control rather than advance.
Cartier wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nyambe keeps working. #SUB#
Cartier is working for a submission of some sort.
#T2#
Cartier passes the guard and advances to mount! #SUB#
Cartier has hold of Nyambe's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Nyambe manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
#SUB#
Cartier looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Cartier goes for an armbar but Nyambe turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Nyambe. #T3#
Cartier wants to stand but Nyambe is controlling the position.
Nyambe loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Nyambe throws a big right hand that misses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cartier avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Cartier is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Nyambe throws a strike but Cartier rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Cartier advances to half guard. #SUB#
Cartier is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Nyambe has managed to free his arm - good work.
Cartier is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nyambe can do to turn this around?#T4##SUB#
Cartier is working for a kimura but Nyambe is defending it quite comfortably.
Nyambe is trying to get back to full guard.
Cartier is looking to advance position but Nyambe won't allow it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Cartier is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Cash Cartier dominated that second 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. This is the final round!#R3#
Cartier closes this distance looking for a takedown but Nyambe circles away.
Nyambe steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Cartier.
Cartier swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Cartier misses with a looping left.
Cartier lands with a kick to the temple. Nyambe shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CL#
Cartier closes the distance and pushes Nyambe back into the cage.
Cartier creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Nyambe's defenses.
Cartier misses with an elbow over the top.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cartier throws a punch but it's blocked by Nyambe.
Nyambe avoids a wild elbow strike from Cartier.#TD#
Cartier has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Nyambe uses from the top position. #T1##SUB2#
Nyambe drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Cartier dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Nyambe keeping full guard, as Cartier tries to pass.
Nyambe keeping moving, preventing Cartier from controlling successfully.
Nyambe takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SU#
Cartier gets to his feet - Nyambe follows without any prompting.
Cash Cartier seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cartier lands with a kick to the temple. Nyambe shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Cartier shoots in for a takedown but Nyambe shows good takedown defense. #T2#
Nyambe bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nyambe is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Cartier loads up on a big right hand but Nyambe slips the punch.
Nyambe feints the counter takedown.#TD#
Cartier shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Nyambe is trying to defend but Cartier finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#SU#
Cartier stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Nyambe to get to his feet.
Nyambe stuffs the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cash Cartier. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cartier shoots in and drives through. Nyambe sprawls well.
Nyambe bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cartier swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T3#
Cartier throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nyambe is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Cartier connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Cartier throws a jab but it's blocked by Nyambe.
Nyambe changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Cartier scores with a jab.
Cartier is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Nyambe changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Nyambe gets cracked there but stands up to it.
#T4#
Cartier throws a body shot but no joy.
Nyambe is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Nyambe uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Cartier.
Nyambe gets cracked there but stands up to it.
The fight stays on the outside here - Cartier looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Nyambe tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Cartier fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Nyambe avoids it really well and circles away.
Cash Cartier is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cartier chopping away at his opponent's legs.
And that's the end of the fight!
Cash Cartier showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Cartier has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Cash Cartier!
A relieved looking Cash Cartier 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:
RISE 47: Mogg v Assed
Date: Apr 03, 2022 |
#R1#
Cartier uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Mesquita has time to react.
Cartier looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Cartier throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Mesquita's head.
Mesquita tries for a takedown but Cartier sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Mesquita takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Mesquita fails to land the takedown.
A slapping leg kick lands for Cartier.
Mesquita with a poor takedown
and Cartier counters with a stiff right hand.
Cash Cartier has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Charles Mesquita.
Mesquita throws a right and a left that Cartier avoids nicely.
Cartier ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#CL#
Cartier has Mesquita up against the cage in a clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cartier lands an elbow inside that Mesquita shrugs off.
Cartier lands a good knee to the midsection. Mesquita won't want to take too many of those.
Cartier drops down looking for an ankle pick but Mesquita pulls his leg out and moves away.
#T1#
Cartier jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Cartier throws a right hand that Mesquita ducks under and follows up with a left that Mesquita also avoids with ease.
Mesquita feints the counter takedown.#CL#
Cartier clinches up against the cage.
Cartier is pressed up against the cage. Mesquita has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Cartier down to the mat. Cartier avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Cartier throws a head kick that misses.
Mesquita misses with a takedown attempt - Cartier sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Mesquita takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Cartier scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Cartier paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Nice shot lands for Cartier.#T2##TD2#
Mesquita drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mesquita stands up over Cartier, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Mesquita postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Cartier knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Mesquita on the ground.
Mesquita throws a big right hand that misses.
Mesquita looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Mesquita would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Mesquita has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Cartier is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Mesquita is controlling him.
Mesquita looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Cartier had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Mesquita defends it easily.
Cartier lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T3#
Mesquita is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Cartier has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB#
Cartier is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Mesquita is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Mesquita has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Cartier keeping moving, preventing Mesquita from controlling successfully.
Cartier controlling the position.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Mesquita is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Mesquita trying to control the position from guard on top but Cartier is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mesquita wants to pass the guard but Cartier is keeping the position.#ES#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Cartier pushes Mesquita off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Cartier scores with a jab to the body.
Cartier lands a nice shot to the body.
Cartier lands with a right hand.
Cartier goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Mesquita shoots and misses
and Cartier counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Cartier moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Cash Cartier dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
The crowd cheers as Cartier lands an impressive looking overhand right. Mesquita doesn't seem phased though.
Mesquita shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Cartier counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mesquita fails with the takedown
and Cartier counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Cartier lands a head kick. Mesquita smiles back at him and beckons him forward. #CL#
Cartier instigates a clinch.
Cartier comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Mesquita tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Cartier smiles and moves away.
Cash Cartier has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Charles Mesquita.
Mesquita takes one on the button.
Cartier scores with a leg kick.
Cartier lands with an uppercut that bounces Mesquita off the cage and back into range.#T1#
Cartier lands with a right hand.
Cartier lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Cartier thuds a left hand into Mesquita's body.
Mesquita blocks a head kick by Cartier.
Mesquita feints the counter takedown.
Cartier throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Cartier throws a head kick that misses #TD2#
and Mesquita counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Cartier is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Mesquita connects with a couple of short punches.
Mesquita lands a couple of decent looking shots.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Mesquita chips away with some ground and pound.
Mesquita connects with a couple of short punches.
Cartier is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T2#
Mesquita wants to control from the top but Cartier keeps moving.
Cartier utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Cartier avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Mesquita lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Mesquita loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Mesquita content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #ROC2#Cartier is rocked!
Mesquita with a nice head shot there.
Oh Cartier is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Mesquita gets to his feet and stands over Cartier, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! Cartier felt that one! Mesquita unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save Cartier from any more punishment!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Charles Mesquita!
In defeat, Cash Cartier stepped up to the mic, saying 'Still got paid '. |
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Event:
RISE 41: Mogg v Ship
Date: Mar 13, 2022 |
#R1#
Stevenson displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Cartier slips a straight right by Stevenson.
Cartier uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Stevenson.
Cartier tries to clinch
and Stevenson counters with a stiff right hand.
Cartier throws a sloppy head kick and Stevenson moves out of range easily.
Cartier lands an overhand right.
Stevenson throws a hook but Cartier blocks it.
We've been told by Cartier's head coaches at Indigo Nation Training Station that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Stevenson measures up his opponent and throws a superman punch that connects to the jaw! Down goes Cartier! The ref steps in, and that's the ball game folks!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Teófilo Stevenson!
A victorious Teófilo Stevenson thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Cash Cartier spoke after the fight, saying 'Still got paid '. |
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Event:
RISE 34: Maestre v St Stone
Date: Feb 27, 2022 |
#R1#
Cartier takes a swing at Ribeiro's ribcage but misses.
Ribeiro takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#CL#
Ribeiro clinches. #BC2#
Cartier manages to break the clinch.
Ribeiro slips a straight right by Cartier.
Cartier just misses with a punch to the body.
Cartier throws a right hand that misses
and Ribeiro counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Cartier throws a head kick but Ribeiro moves out of range.
Nice cross by Ribeiro.
Cartier circles away from the clinch attempt.
Cartier misses with a head kick.
Ribeiro connects with a jab.
Cartier misses with an uppercut. Ribeiro saw that one coming.
Ribeiro lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cartier misses with a hook.
Ribeiro wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Ribeiro ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The fight stays on the outside here - Ribeiro looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Cartier throws a head kick that misses. #T1#
Ribeiro works Cartier's body with a nice hook.#CL#
Ribeiro clinches up against the cage.#TD#
Ribeiro jumps guard.
#SUB#
Ribeiro throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Cartier wants to pass the guard but Ribeiro is keeping the position.
Ribeiro is trying to control the position but Cartier postures up. #SUB#
Ribeiro is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Cartier is aware though and is defending well.
Ribeiro looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Cartier wants to pass the guard but Ribeiro is keeping the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Ribeiro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
Ribeiro looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Cartier looking to pass the guard.
Ribeiro looking for a sweep. Not yet Ribeiro, not yet.
Cartier trying to control but Ribeiro is working from the bottom.
Cartier works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Cartier is pressing down on Ribeiro's thigh, looking to free his foot. Ribeiro is holding on for now.
Ribeiro is not content to let Cartier control the position.
Ribeiro is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Cartier's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Cartier's back!#T3##SUB#
Ribeiro tightening his grip on Cartier, looking for the choke.
Cartier 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Cartier 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 Ribeiro gets his way!
#SUB#
Ribeiro is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Cartier knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Cartier for a finish.
Ribeiro throws a big right hand but he misses and hits the mat. Ouch. #T4#
Ribeiro doesn't have the hooks in and Cartier manages to turn into his guard.
Cartier stands and throws Ribeiro's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Cartier laying and praying for a moment but Ribeiro takes advantage and regains half guard.
Ribeiro tries to get to full guard but Cartier has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Ribeiro is defending against the submission attempts here by Cartier.
Ribeiro is concentrating on defense, preventing Cartier from advancing position.
Cartier is trying to control. Ribeiro wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Joanderson Ribeiro dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
The fighters circling - Cartier throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #CL#
Ribeiro gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Cartier pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
The crowd cheers as Ribeiro lands an impressive looking overhand right. Cartier doesn't seem phased though.
Cartier with a nice calf kick.
Cartier getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Ribeiro tries to clinch up.
The fight stays on the outside here - Ribeiro looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Cartier throws an overhand right that lands on Ribeiro's shoulder, as Ribeiro tries to avoid the shot.
Cartier misses with a right hand #CL#
and Ribeiro holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Cartier misses with an elbow strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ribeiro tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Cartier just stands there and leans against the cage.
Ribeiro jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Cartier walks away with a smile on his face. Ribeiro gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Ribeiro tries to clinch up but Cartier circles away and keeps his distance.#CL#
Ribeiro instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Cartier breaks from the clinch.
Ribeiro tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T1#
Cartier looks to score with a jab to the body but Ribeiro is just out of range.
Cartier fakes the leg kick and cracks Ribeiro in the body.
Ribeiro blocks a head kick by Cartier.
Ribeiro is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
A jab from Cartier misses.
The fight stays on the outside here - Ribeiro looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Cartier swats away the attempt to clinch by Ribeiro.
Cartier throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ribeiro throwing a counter right hand but Cartier manages to avoid it.
Ribeiro slips under a jab.
Ribeiro lands a jab.
Cartier misses with a body shot.
Ribeiro tries to close the distance and clinch but Cartier swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Cash Cartier seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ribeiro throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Cartier.
A slow jab from Cartier misses its intended target.
Cartier throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Cartier throws a low kick but it's checked well by Ribeiro.#T2##CL#
Cartier gets tackled into the cage by Ribeiro. Ribeiro maintains the clinch.
Ribeiro jumps guard but Cartier turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joanderson Ribeiro. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Ribeiro manages to pull guard.
#SUB#
Ribeiro working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Cartier doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Cartier manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cartier wants to pass the guard but Ribeiro is keeping the position.#SUB#
Ribeiro working for a triangle but Cartier defends it easily.
Cartier wants to pass the guard but Ribeiro is keeping the position.
Cartier is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T3##SUB#
Ribeiro had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Cartier defends it easily.
Cartier looking to sit in guard and control but Ribeiro gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Ribeiro postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Joanderson Ribeiro overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Cartier wants to stand but Ribeiro is controlling the position.
Ribeiro trying to control but Cartier is working from the bottom. #T4#
Ribeiro throws an elbow that misses. Cartier uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Ribeiro's guard. Nice move by Cartier!#REVB##SUB#
Ribeiro escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Cartier gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Cartier 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.
Ribeiro 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.
Cartier passes easily into side control. Nice work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Cash Cartier will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Cartier avoids the body shot from Ribeiro.
#CL#
Ribeiro moves into the clinch successfully.
Ribeiro fails to pull guard.
Ribeiro blocks an elbow strike from Cartier.
Ribeiro tries to pull guard but Cartier won't allow it.
#TD#
Ribeiro has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Cartier uses from the top position.
Cartier trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Cartier wants to control from the top but Ribeiro keeps moving. #SUB#
Ribeiro has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Cartier can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Ribeiro bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Cartier's guard. #REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cartier keeping moving, preventing Ribeiro from controlling successfully.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Cartier is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T1#
Cartier wants to stand but Ribeiro is controlling the position. #ES2#
Cartier manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#BC2#
Cartier's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Ribeiro clinches up against the cage.
Cartier leaning against his opponent.
Cartier lands an elbow inside that Ribeiro shrugs off. #TD#
Ribeiro jumps into guard, dragging Cartier to the mat.
Cartier trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Cartier drops back, looking for a kneebar! Ribeiro looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Ribeiro looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Ribeiro! #REVR#
Cartier is not content to let Ribeiro control the position. #T2#
Cartier is looking for a sweep.
Ribeiro wants to control but Cartier is keeping him busy.
Cartier is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Ribeiro is controlling him well.
Cartier tries to bench press Ribeiro off him but Ribeiro keeps the position.
Cartier pushes Ribeiro away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Ribeiro gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#T3#
Cartier is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Ribeiro is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Cartier is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Ribeiro is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Cartier knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The strikes coming from Ribeiro are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Cartier struggling a bit here.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Ribeiro tries to move to mount but Cartier blocks the move with his legs.
Ribeiro trying to control the position but Cartier is working away. #SUB#
Ribeiro is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Cartier is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Cartier wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Ribeiro goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Cartier has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Ribeiro but great work by Cartier.
And that's the end of the fight!
Joanderson Ribeiro showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Ribeiro has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 29:28
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 29:28
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joanderson Ribeiro!
In his post fight interview, Joanderson Ribeiro started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
Cash Cartier was interviewed post fight and said 'Still got paid '. |
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Event:
RISE 29: Maestre v Motts
Date: Feb 13, 2022 |
#R1#
Cartier cracks Mesquita with an open hand slap.
Cartier fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Nice body punch from Cartier.
Cartier with a jab.
Cartier clobbers Mesquita with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #KD#
Cartier feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Mesquita sprawling to the canvas! Mesquita rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Cartier finish him?!
#ROC#Mesquita is rocked!
Cash Cartier seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mesquita takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Mesquita is still on wobbly legs! Can Cartier finish him?
Cartier cracks Mesquita with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Mesquita tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Cartier pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Mesquita is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Cash Cartier!
Our winner, Cash Cartier, 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:
RISE 24: Halo v Gustavsson
Date: Jan 30, 2022 |
#R1#
Doubek misses with a body shot.
Doubek takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Cartier lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Cash Cartier seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A big right from Cartier misses.
Doubek looks to score with a jab to the body but Cartier is just out of range.
Cartier smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Cartier cracks Doubek with a right hand to the side of the head.
Cartier getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#CL2#
Doubek gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Doubek pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Doubek throws out a loose jab but Cartier uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cartier lands an overhand right.#CUT#It looks like Bohdan Doubek has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD2#
Doubek is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Cartier's half guard.
Cartier regains full guard. Nicely done.
Doubek tries to free his leg and advance position but Cartier is retaining full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SUB#
Doubek is sitting in close to Cartier's body. Cartier has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Doubek is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Doubek is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Cartier.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Cash Cartier!
Our winner, Cash Cartier, 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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