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Event:
RSE 22: Bonegrinder
Date: Nov 11, 2023 |
#R1#
Sloppy strikes from Lesnar. Those never looked like landing.
Sturlaugsson drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Lesnar defends it well.
Sturlaugsson shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Lesnar counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#TD2#
Sturlaugsson is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Lesnar's half guard.
Sturlaugsson trying to control from half guard but Lesnar is working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lesnar wants to control but Sturlaugsson is keeping busy.
Lesnar is pressing down on Sturlaugsson's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sturlaugsson stopping the sweep attempt from Lesnar.
Lesnar keeping moving, preventing Sturlaugsson from controlling successfully. #T1#
Sturlaugsson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lesnar is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Sturlaugsson 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.
Sturlaugsson passes into half guard.
Lesnar wants to improve his position but Sturlaugsson is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Sturlaugsson is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Sturlaugsson is keen to just control but Lesnar is a slippery customer.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Sturlaugsson is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Lesnar sees it coming and defends easily.
Lesnar trying to hold on to Sturlaugsson's head to control him but Sturlaugsson postures up.
Sturlaugsson is looking to pass Lesnar's guard but actually Lesnar recovers to full guard. #SUB#
Sturlaugsson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lesnar has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Sturlaugsson has managed to get both his arms back between Lesnar's legs - danger averted.
Lesnar controlling the position.#SUB#
Lesnar looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Lesnar looking for a triangle here. Sturlaugsson is fighting it but it looks tight! Lesnar pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Sturlaugsson is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Brock Lesnar! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 14, 2023 |
#R1#
Kerr closes the distance and clinches up with Sturlaugsson, looking for a takedown. Kerr pushes Sturlaugsson against the cage but Sturlaugsson circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#TD2#
Sturlaugsson looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB2#
Sturlaugsson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sturlaugsson wants to pass the guard but Kerr is defending well.
Sturlaugsson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kerr does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Kerr won't allow Sturlaugsson to pass to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kerr is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Sturlaugsson's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Sturlaugsson's back!
Sturlaugsson tries to escape but Kerr has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Kerr avoiding Sturlaugsson 's attempts to control his hands.
Sturlaugsson can't escape the position.
#T1#
Sturlaugsson keeps trying to improve his position.
Can Sturlaugsson hold on?! Kerr is landing more strikes to his hapless foe.
Kerr keeps control of the position as Sturlaugsson tries to break free.
Sturlaugsson trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Sturlaugsson wants to escape the position.
Sturlaugsson is covering up but some of the strikes from Kerr are getting through and doing damage.
Sturlaugsson trying to control but not successfully.
Kerr definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Sturlaugsson is trying to break free.
#T2#
Sturlaugsson trying to control but not successfully.
The referee is taking a good look at Sturlaugsson as he is on the wrong end of some big shots from Kerr!
Sturlaugsson tries to break free.
Sturlaugsson turns into Kerr and is now in his guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sturlaugsson wants to control from the top but Kerr keeps moving.
Kerr looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sturlaugsson is one step ahead there. #T3#
Sturlaugsson wants to control from the top but Kerr keeps moving.
Kerr wants to sweep but no luck.
Sturlaugsson pushes down on Kerr's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Sturlaugsson is keen to just control but Kerr is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Sturlaugsson is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Kerr is just riding it out for now. Sturlaugsson eventually gives up the hold.
Kerr is trying to control but can't.
#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Sturlaugsson is trying to work for a kimura but Kerr is defending well.
Sturlaugsson controlling the action here.
Kerr regains full guard. Nicely done.
Kerr 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.
Sturlaugsson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kerr is keeping the position for now.
Sturlaugsson trying to control the position from guard on top but Kerr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
My spies in Tappelukerho inform me that Sturlaugsson has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sturlaugsson passes Kerr's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Kerr is trying to get back to full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Mark Kerr will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2##TD2#
Sturlaugsson drives through with a takedown into guard.
Kerr tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Sturlaugsson controls from within his opponent's guard.
Sturlaugsson looking to pass the guard.
Sturlaugsson stands and throws Kerr's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Kerr prevents Sturlaugsson from improving position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kerr manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Sturlaugsson wants to take a breather but Kerr is having none of it.
Kerr is trying to maintain the position but Sturlaugsson is very close to passing his half guard.
Kerr gets full guard.#T1#
Kerr lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Sturlaugsson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kerr defends well.
Kerr stopping the sweep attempt from Sturlaugsson.#SUB2#
Sturlaugsson looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Kerr scoring with punches to the head and body.
Kerr pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sturlaugsson is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Sturlaugsson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Sturlaugsson is trying to keep Kerr in close.
#T2#
Kerr passes into half guard.
Sturlaugsson trying to control from the bottom.
Sturlaugsson is looking for a sweep. Kerr is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kerr seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SUB2#
Sturlaugsson has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Kerr escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Kerr!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kerr working away.
Kerr trying to control the action but Sturlaugsson is working from the bottom.
Sturlaugsson prevents Kerr from improving position. #T3#
Kerr working the head with strikes.
Sturlaugsson manages to get back to half guard.
Sturlaugsson moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Sturlaugsson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Kerr passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Sturlaugsson takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Sturlaugsson is trying to control Kerr's posture but Kerr avoids it.
Sturlaugsson is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Kerr tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Kerr has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T4#
Kerr working away.
Kerr advances to full mount.
Kerr lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Sturlaugsson hang on?
Mark Kerr overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Sturlaugsson is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Sturlaugsson is trying desperately to improve position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kerr scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Kerr looking to finish Sturlaugsson with some ground and pound. This is bad for Sturlaugsson!#ROC#Sturlaugsson is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sturlaugsson wants to hold on but Kerr pushes him away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mark Kerr dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3##TD2#
Sturlaugsson closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Kerr to the mat! Kerr manages to get full guard.
Sturlaugsson content to stall in guard here.
Kerr tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Kerr is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Sturlaugsson is aware though and is defending well.
Sturlaugsson trying to control but Kerr is working from the bottom.
Sturlaugsson 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.
Sturlaugsson wants to control from the top but Kerr keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kerr looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Sturlaugsson trying to control but Kerr is working from the bottom. #T1##SUB2#
Sturlaugsson drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sturlaugsson jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Kerr trying to keep a closed guard but Sturlaugsson is proving a slippery customer.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Kerr gets caught napping as Sturlaugsson dives in and scores a takedown. Kerr manages to retain guard.
Sturlaugsson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kerr trying to control the position.
Sturlaugsson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kerr not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Sturlaugsson trying to control the position from guard on top but Kerr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sturlaugsson passes Kerr's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Sturlaugsson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T2#
Kerr landing a few short strikes.
Kerr slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Sturlaugsson postures up.
Sturlaugsson passes Kerr's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Kerr is trying to maintain the position but Sturlaugsson is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Sturlaugsson is trying to work for a kimura but Kerr is defending well.
#SUB2#
Sturlaugsson seems to be working for a kimura but Kerr defends the submission attempt.#T3#
Kerr trying to hold on to Sturlaugsson's head to control him but Sturlaugsson postures up.
#SUB2#
Sturlaugsson is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Kerr is not content to let Sturlaugsson control the position.
Friolaugur Sturlaugsson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB2#
Sturlaugsson is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Sturlaugsson is working for a kimura but Kerr is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Sturlaugsson is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Kerr doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Sturlaugsson.
Mark Kerr is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Kerr gets full guard.
Kerr is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Kerr looking for a sweep. Not yet Kerr, not yet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sturlaugsson throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kerr works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Kerr is trying to keep Sturlaugsson in close.
Sturlaugsson throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kerr works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Friolaugur Sturlaugsson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Kerr 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 Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mark Kerr!
Mark Kerr 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:
AVKT 24: Bringing Death
Date: May 27, 2023 |
#R1#
Zero is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sturlaugsson.
Zero throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#TD#
and Sturlaugsson counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Sturlaugsson passes Zero's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Zero is defending against the submission attempts here by Sturlaugsson.
Zero really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Sturlaugsson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Sturlaugsson is taking a breather. Zero says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Zero is defending against the submission attempts here by Sturlaugsson.
Sturlaugsson is trying to control the action in half guard but Zero is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T1##SUB#
Sturlaugsson is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Zero has managed to free his arm - good work.
Zero wants to get back to his feet.
Sturlaugsson is keen to just control but Zero is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Zero is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sturlaugsson pulls his head out easily.
Sturlaugsson passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Zero! #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Sturlaugsson is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Zero is surviving well by controlling Sturlaugsson's body position as best he can.
Zero felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Sturlaugsson controlling his opponent.
Sturlaugsson trying to control but he's not successful this time.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Sturlaugsson controlling the pace for now. #SUB#
Sturlaugsson working for a submission here. He's tucked his head under his opponent's arm, looking for an arm triangle. He's hopped off into side control, looking to tighten the submission... is it going to work? He's given up a good position looking for it. Zero looks OK. Oh, I spoke too soon, he's out! That must have been tighter than I thought! Excellent work there by Sturlaugsson! Submission of the night perhaps?
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Friolaugur Sturlaugsson!
Friolaugur Sturlaugsson very nearly forgot to thank Silverguard Outfitters 🛡 amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you. |
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Event:
AVKT 19: Dale’s Birthday Bash
Date: Apr 22, 2023 |
#R1##CL#
Alaba clinches up with Sturlaugsson and pushes him back against the cage.
Sturlaugsson tries for a takedown. No joy.
Sturlaugsson takes a shot to the head. #CUT#It looks like Friolaugur Sturlaugsson has been cut.
Alaba just leaning against Sturlaugsson, taking a breather.
Sturlaugsson has Alaba pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Alaba manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Sturlaugsson letting Alaba take a breather here.
Sturlaugsson wants a takedown but no success here.
Dakarai Alaba has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Friolaugur Sturlaugsson.
Alaba is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Sturlaugsson's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Sturlaugsson is looking for a takedown.
Alaba definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Alaba is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Alaba lands with a short head shot on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short right from Alaba.
Alaba trying to land knees to the body.
Sturlaugsson is trying to drag Alaba to the mat but Alaba just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Alaba displaying some good clinch control by pressing Sturlaugsson up against the cage.#T1#
Sturlaugsson tries to score a body lock takedown but Alaba shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Alaba lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Sturlaugsson backwards.
Sturlaugsson is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Alaba gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Alaba is pressed up against the cage. Sturlaugsson has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Alaba down to the mat. Alaba avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL#
Alaba closes the distance and pushes Sturlaugsson back into the cage.
Sturlaugsson drops down looking for an ankle pick but Alaba pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL#
Alaba rushes Sturlaugsson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Sturlaugsson has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Alaba is trying to keep an underhook but Sturlaugsson manages to get the takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Alaba looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Alaba flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
#T2#
Sturlaugsson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Alaba does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Sturlaugsson uses his free foot to push down on Alaba's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Alaba.
Sturlaugsson can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Alaba is looking to escape.
Alaba has given up his back here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sturlaugsson struggling to keep hold of the position.
#SUB2#
Alaba is trying to defend against the choke here but Sturlaugsson has an arm under his chin. This one might not last much longer. Sturlaugsson Tightens the hold and Alaba taps out furiously! Sturlaugsson displays superior BJJ to win the fight.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Friolaugur Sturlaugsson!
Friolaugur Sturlaugsson made sure to mention his sponsor, Silverguard Outfitters 🛡 in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 28, 2023 |
#R1#
Sturlaugsson shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Berry but Berry pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Sturlaugsson shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Berry but Berry pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Sturlaugsson walks into a straight right hand from Berry.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Sturlaugsson.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Friolaugur Sturlaugsson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Sturlaugsson feints and as Berry raises his hands in defense, Sturlaugsson changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sturlaugsson trying to control the position from guard on top but Berry is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sturlaugsson tries to free his leg and advance position but Berry is retaining full guard. #T1##SUB2#
Sturlaugsson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Sturlaugsson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Berry keeping moving, preventing Sturlaugsson from controlling successfully.
Sturlaugsson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Berry is keeping the position for now.
Sturlaugsson wants to control from the top but Berry keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Sturlaugsson shoots in looking for a takedown. Berry tries to sprawl out of it but Sturlaugsson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Berry manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Sturlaugsson shoots for a double leg takedown but Berry sprawls well. He's pushed Sturlaugsson's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Berry tries to counter by closing the distance.
A head kick misses from Berry.
Sturlaugsson drops down looking for a counter takedown but Berry sprawls and moves away.
Sturlaugsson shoots in for a takedown but Berry shows good takedown defense. #TD#
Sturlaugsson throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Berry tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Sturlaugsson is in Berry's guard.
Sturlaugsson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Berry is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sturlaugsson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Sturlaugsson stands and throws Berry's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T3#
Sturlaugsson trying to control the action but Berry is working from the bottom.
Berry is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Sturlaugsson's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sturlaugsson wants to control but Berry is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Sturlaugsson is working for a submission of some sort.
Sturlaugsson sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Sturlaugsson is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Berry defends it well.
Sturlaugsson is looking to stall here but Berry recovers full guard.
Sturlaugsson wants to control from the top but Berry keeps moving.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sturlaugsson advances to half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Sturlaugsson in particular looking to stall.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Friolaugur Sturlaugsson will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Berry tries to close the distance and clinch up but Sturlaugsson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Sturlaugsson shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Berry but Berry pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Berry fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Sturlaugsson shoots in for a double leg but Berry sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Berry dives in for a single leg takedown but Sturlaugsson sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Sturlaugsson looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Berry misses with a looping left.
Berry stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Berry wants it to stay on the feet.
Berry drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Sturlaugsson defends it well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Friolaugur Sturlaugsson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sturlaugsson will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
And Berry tries to counter it with a takedown but Sturlaugsson pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Sturlaugsson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Berry is fending him off so far but Sturlaugsson persists. Nope, Berry circles away and we're back to standing.
Berry is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Sturlaugsson with a body shot.
Sturlaugsson shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Berry sprawls well. Berry wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Sturlaugsson gets slowly back to his feet.#T1#
Sturlaugsson doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Berry counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT2#It looks like Friolaugur Sturlaugsson has been cut.
Sturlaugsson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Berry tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Sturlaugsson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Sturlaugsson changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Sturlaugsson shoots in but Berry avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Berry throws a fast counter high kick but Sturlaugsson manages to duck under it in time.
Berry slaps away a takedown attempt from Sturlaugsson, before circling back to the center of the mat.#TD#
Sturlaugsson dives in and scores a takedown into Berry's guard.
Sturlaugsson trying to control the position from guard on top but Berry is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Sturlaugsson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sturlaugsson wants to control from the top but Berry keeps moving.
Sturlaugsson looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Sturlaugsson thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Berry really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Sturlaugsson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Berry looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Friolaugur Sturlaugsson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Sturlaugsson postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Berry is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Sturlaugsson, into his guard. #REVB##T3#
Berry throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB#
Sturlaugsson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Berry defends well.
Berry tries to free his leg and advance position but Sturlaugsson is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Berry got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sturlaugsson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Berry has managed to get both his arms back between Sturlaugsson's legs - danger averted.
Sturlaugsson is pulling down on Berry's head to control his posture.
Sturlaugsson looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4##SUB#
Sturlaugsson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Berry doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Sturlaugsson is tightening it up a little... Berry has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Berry reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Berry taps out! Nice BJJ there by Sturlaugsson!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:24 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Friolaugur Sturlaugsson!
Friolaugur Sturlaugsson tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.
In defeat, Keenan Berry stepped up to the mic, saying 'I'd like to contribute my loss to my crack dealer, the casino hall by my house I go toinstead of training and that crackhead homeless girl that does dirty things to me for crack rocks. I Love you, Bridget!'. |
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Event:
SFC Creator Tourney Rd 1
Date: Feb 02, 2023 |
#R1#
Sturlaugsson shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Simmons as he avoids it easily.
Sturlaugsson shoots and misses
and Simmons cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#It looks like Friolaugur Sturlaugsson has been cut.
Sturlaugsson darts in looking for a takedown but Simmons gets double underhooks and turns Sturlaugsson into the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Friolaugur Sturlaugsson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#KD2#
Simmons drops Sturlaugsson onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Sturlaugsson is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!#ROC2#Sturlaugsson is rocked!
Sturlaugsson is looking for a takedown.
Simmons gets underhooks to prevent Sturlaugsson's takedown attempt.
Simmons lands a body shot in the clinch.
Simmons pushes Sturlaugsson back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Simmons landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Sturlaugsson is breathing heavily.
A hook to the body from Simmons.
Knees to the body from Simmons.
#KD2#
Simmons drops Sturlaugsson onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Sturlaugsson is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!
Oh Sturlaugsson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Simmons cracks Sturlaugsson with a nice body shot.
Simmons lands a body punch.
Simmons lands with a short shot to the head.
Simmons is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
A hook to the body from Simmons.
Simmons has Sturlaugsson pressed against the cage. Sturlaugsson drops his hands and Simmons takes advantage by unloading with a massive hook that sends Sturlaugsson tumbling to the canvas! Simmons rains down with more punches but Sturlaugsson was already out! That's a highlight reel knockout for Simmons!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Maurice Simmons! |
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