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Event:
SSG 213 Majere vs Makarov
Date: Oct 15, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Brandon Nunez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Ron Hammonds!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Thiago Cunha and Daniel Cesar.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Nunez clinches up with Hammonds and pushes him back against the cage.
Hammonds fails to pull guard.
Nunez gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Hammonds.
#TD#
Nunez wants the takedown. Hammonds is fighting it off but Nunez persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Hammonds's guard against the cage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Nunez (2) vs (0) Hammonds
Nunez wants to control from the top but Hammonds keeps moving.
Hammonds trying to control the position.
Nunez trying to control the position from guard on top but Hammonds is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
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.#SUB#
Nunez 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. #T1##SUB2#
Hammonds is looking for a triangle here but Nunez uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Nunez (5) vs (0) Hammonds
Nunez controlling from side mount.
Hammonds stops Nunez from passing to mount. #T2#
Nunez taking a breather here.
Nunez tries to move into full mount but can't pass Hammonds's legs.
Nunez trying to control the position but Hammonds is working away. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Nunez swings around for an armbar but Hammonds sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Nunez's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nunez (5) vs (2) Hammonds#T3#
Nunez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB#
Nunez looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Hammonds has picked Nunez up and slammed him! Nunez can't keep hold of the triangle and Hammonds manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Nunez (5) vs (5) Hammonds#SUB2#
Hammonds is trying to get an arm triangle but Nunez is defending well.
Nunez gets back to half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Nunez manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Hammonds wants to control from the top but Nunez keeps moving. #T4#
Hammonds looking to pass the guard.
Nunez controls Hammonds momentarily but Hammonds frees himself.
Nunez could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Nunez wants to sweep but no luck.
Hammonds postures up.
#SUB#
Nunez looking for subs off his back but Hammonds has passed one foot through into half guard.
Nunez is breathing heavily.
Hammonds wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nunez keeps working. #T5#
The fighters are battling for position here. Nunez manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Nunez looking for a sweep. Not yet Nunez, not yet.
Hammonds slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Nunez (5) vs (8) Hammonds
Nunez holds on to Hammonds's head and controls the position momentarily.
Hammonds wants to control but Nunez is keeping him busy. #T6#
Nunez is trying to improve his position.
You can see the frustration on Nunez's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Nunez is trying to improve his position.
Hammonds just content to control the position. #T7#
Hammonds wants to take a breather but Nunez manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Hammonds.
Nunez wants to control but Hammonds passes easily into half guard.
Hammonds is trying to control. Nunez wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Hammonds is working for a kimura but Nunez is defending it quite comfortably.
#T8#
Nunez trying to control but Hammonds postures up.
#SUB#
Nunez is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hammonds pulls his head out easily.
Nunez is looking to control Hammonds's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Nunez avoid being mounted?
Nunez wants to get back to full guard.#T9#
Hammonds wants to pass to mount but Nunez is defending the position.
Nunez moves into full guard.
#SUB#
Nunez has his foot on Hammonds's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hammonds works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Nunez looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hammonds trying to control but Nunez is working from the bottom. #T10#
Hammonds stands and throws Nunez's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Nunez (5) vs (11) Hammonds
Hammonds controlling the position.
Nunez stops Hammonds from passing to mount.
You can see the frustration on Nunez's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T11#
Nunez tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hammonds wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Hammonds advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Nunez (5) vs (13) Hammonds
Hammonds fails to advance to Nunez's back.
Hammonds wants to control the pace but Nunez is squirming around nicely.
Nunez is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T12##SUB2#
Hammonds looking for a guillotine from mount but Nunez is having none of it.
Nunez tries to hold on but Hammonds postures up.
Nunez really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Nunez tries to control Hammonds's body but Hammonds pushes him off. Nunez squirms to his side and now Hammonds has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Nunez (5) vs (16) Hammonds#T13##SUB2#
Hammonds tightening his grip on Nunez, looking for the choke.
Hammonds has the hooks in. Nunez is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Hammonds doesn't have the hooks in and Nunez manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nunez (7) vs (16) Hammonds#SUB2#
Hammonds looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Nunez has picked Hammonds up and slammed him! Hammonds can't keep hold of the triangle and Nunez manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Nunez (10) vs (16) Hammonds#T14#
Hammonds being controlled for a moment. #SUB#
Nunez working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Nunez looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hammonds wins on points by 16 to 10. |
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Event:
QFC Tournament 1168 Round 3
Date: Oct 03, 2023 |
#R1#
Hammonds shoots in looking for a takedown. Gamrot tries to sprawl out of it but Hammonds keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Gamrot manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #TD#
Gamrot closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Gamrot lands in his opponent's guard.
Hammonds wants to get back to his feet but Gamrot is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Hammonds working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gamrot doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gamrot manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T1##SUB2#
Hammonds throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Hammonds is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Gamrot stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hammonds swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Hammonds is looking for a triangle but Gamrot pushes his legs off easily.
#T2#
Gamrot controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Gamrot got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hammonds has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Gamrot has managed to get both his arms back between Hammonds's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Hammonds working for a triangle but Gamrot defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Hammonds looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T3##SU#
Gamrot gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Hammonds misses with a takedown
and Gamrot counters with a stiff right hand.
Hammonds swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gamrot connects with a high kick.
Hammonds tries to land a front kick but Gamrot steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#T4##TD#
Gamrot drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Hammonds looks winded!#SU#
Gamrot stands up and waves to Hammonds to follow him.
Gamrot fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#TD#
Gamrot shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gamrot looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hammonds tries to roll over but Gamrot keeps him under control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mateusz Gamrot dominated that round.
That's time! Gamrot's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Hammonds has his takedown stuffed
enabling Gamrot to counter with a crisp jab. #TD#
Gamrot closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Hammonds quickly recovers to half guard.
Gamrot performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gamrot wants to pass to mount but Hammonds is defending the position. #SUB2#
Hammonds looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T1#
Hammonds regains full guard. Nicely done.
Gamrot is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hammonds can do to turn this around?#SUB2#
Hammonds is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Hammonds trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Hammonds working for a triangle but Gamrot defends it easily.
Hammonds is breathing heavily.#SUB2#
Gamrot got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hammonds has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Gamrot has managed to get both his arms back between Hammonds's legs - danger averted.#SU#
Gamrot stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Gamrot avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#TD#
Gamrot closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #T3#
Gamrot trying to mount his opponent but Hammonds defends it.
Gamrot controlling the action here.
Hammonds is looking for a sweep. Gamrot is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gamrot slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB2#
Hammonds looking for submissions off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Hammonds looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SU#
Gamrot decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mateusz Gamrot dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3##TD#
Hammonds gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Gamrot to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Hammonds throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
#SUB2#
Hammonds escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gamrot gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Hammonds 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.
Hammonds looking to control.
Gamrot knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Hammonds on the ground.#T1##SUB2#
Hammonds looking for a guillotine here but Gamrot defends easily.
#SUB2#
Hammonds has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Gamrot can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hammonds takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SU#
Gamrot gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#CL#
Gamrot pushes Hammonds up against the cage in a clinch.
Hammonds fails to pull guard.
#BC#
Gamrot manages to break the clinch.
#TD#
Hammonds gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SUB2#
Hammonds has his foot on Gamrot's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Gamrot works his way back into a safe position though.
Gamrot pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hammonds is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Hammonds working for a triangle but Gamrot defends it easily.
#T3##SUB2#
Hammonds looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SU#
Gamrot decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #TD#
Gamrot drives through with a takedown into Hammonds's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#T4#
Gamrot engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SU#
Gamrot decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Hammonds, up you get! #TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Hammonds enables Gamrot to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Hammonds manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Hammonds can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Gamrot controls the pace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gamrot trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mateusz Gamrot showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Gamrot 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 John Kavanagh scores the fight for Mateusz Gamrot!
Judge John Roberts scores the fight for Mateusz Gamrot!
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight for Mateusz Gamrot!
Mateusz Gamrot wins by unanimous decision! |
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Event:
QFC Tournament 1168 Round 2
Date: Oct 02, 2023 |
#R1##CL2#
Hollywood instigates a clinch. #TD#
Hammonds pulls guard successfully.
Hollywood trying to control but Hammonds is working from the bottom.
Hollywood really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Hammonds. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Hammonds trying to keep a closed guard but Hollywood is proving a slippery customer.
Hammonds trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Hammonds keeping moving, preventing Hollywood from controlling successfully.
Hollywood throws a big elbow that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hammonds controlling Hollywood's posture.
Hammonds will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hollywood trying to control the position from guard on top but Hammonds is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1##SUB#
Hammonds looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Hollywood is defending well. Hammonds quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Hollywood has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Hammonds celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ron Hammonds! |
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Event:
QFC Tournament 1168 Round 1
Date: Oct 01, 2023 |
#R1##TD#
Kiviranta looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Hammonds!
Hammonds bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Hammonds shoots in for a takedown but Kiviranta shows good takedown defense.
Hammonds tries to close the distance and clinch but Kiviranta swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #TD2#
Hammonds gets a takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Kiviranta looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Kiviranta wants to control but Hammonds is keeping busy.
#T1#
Kiviranta wants to improve his position but Hammonds is controlling well.
Hammonds is trying to control. Kiviranta wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hammonds sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Hammonds tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kiviranta knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Kiviranta tries to kick Hammonds off but Hammonds keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Kiviranta has a hand on Hammonds's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Hammonds takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SU2#
Hammonds stands up from the dominant position. He obviously fancies his chances standing.
Hammonds is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Hammonds lands the left hand.#CL2#
Hammonds has Kiviranta up against the cage in a clinch.
Kiviranta gets underhooks to prevent Hammonds's takedown attempt.
#TD#
Kiviranta turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Kiviranta manages to end up in side control.
Kiviranta working away.
Hammonds throws an elbow to the body but it doesn't land.
Hammonds manages to work his way to half guard, despite Kiviranta's best efforts.#T3#
Kiviranta wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hammonds keeps working. #SUB2#
Hammonds looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Kiviranta is keen to just control but Hammonds is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Hammonds actively working from the bottom here.
Hammonds is looking to improve his position.
#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Kiviranta seems to be working for a kimura but Hammonds defends the submission attempt.
Hammonds is looking to control Kiviranta's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hammonds avoid being mounted?
Hammonds tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD#
Kiviranta closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Kiviranta lands in his opponent's guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ron Hammonds dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Kiviranta misses with a head kick.
A low kick lands for Kiviranta.
#TD#
Kiviranta closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Hammonds makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Hammonds throws a head kick but Kiviranta moves out of range.
#CL#
Kiviranta closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Hammonds tries to pull guard but Kiviranta won't allow it.
Hammonds fails to pull the fight into his guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hammonds is trying to pull guard but Kiviranta turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Markus Kiviranta has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ron Hammonds.
Hammonds jumps guard but Kiviranta turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #TD#
Kiviranta manages to pull guard.
Hammonds advances to half guard. #T1##SUB#
Kiviranta actively working from the bottom here.
Kiviranta wants to control but Hammonds is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Hammonds is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Kiviranta is just riding it out for now. Hammonds eventually gives up the hold.
Hammonds is breathing heavily.
Hammonds prevents Kiviranta from improving his position.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Kiviranta is working hard here to advance position.
Kiviranta is pressing down on Hammonds's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Kiviranta is trying to keep Hammonds in close.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hammonds wants to control from the top but Kiviranta keeps moving. #SUB#
Kiviranta is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T3##SUB#
Kiviranta looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Hammonds has picked Kiviranta up and slammed him! Kiviranta can't keep hold of the triangle and Hammonds manages to pass to side control!
Kiviranta is looking to regain half guard here but Hammonds keeps moving and retains side control.
Hammonds works to advance to full mount. Kiviranta defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Kiviranta is squirming around, avoiding Hammonds's attempts to control the action.
Hammonds looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Hammonds tries to control but Kiviranta wriggling away. #T4#
Kiviranta wants to hold on but Hammonds pushes him away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Kiviranta tries to improve his position but Hammonds has taken his back! Hammonds has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Kiviranta tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Hammonds pushes Kiviranta away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ron Hammonds! |
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