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Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary
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Event:
MMAH 103
Date: Dec 31, 2023 |
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD#
Da Silva scores with a takedown into Jovanovich's guard.
Jovanovich looking to control.
Jovanovich keeping moving, preventing Da Silva from controlling successfully.
Da Silva postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Da Silva 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.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Jovanovich can do anything to dispel that myth.
Da Silva stopping the sweep attempt from Jovanovich.
Da Silva looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Da Silva stands and throws Jovanovich's legs to the side, diving into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Da Silva looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Jovanovich is avoiding damage well.
#T1#
Jovanovich taking a bit of punishment here - Da Silva scoring with strikes.
Da Silva working the ground and pound.
Jovanovich tries to buck Da Silva off but Da Silva is having none of it.
Sloppy strikes there by Da Silva.
Jovanovich tries to improve position but can't.
Da Silva has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Da Silva is chipping away with strikes.
Da Silva working the ground and pound.
Da Silva wants to lay and pray for a moment but Jovanovich keeps working.
Jovanovich struggling a bit here.
Da Silva tries to move to mount but Jovanovich blocks the move with his legs.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Da Silva working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. #SUB#
Da Silva is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Jovanovich looks calm but he's in trouble here. Da Silva gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Jovanovich is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Da Silva lets go of the hold and Jovanovich can pop his arm back in it's socket.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Anderson Da Silva!
Anderson Da Silva decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 03, 2023 |
#R1#
Cruz thows a leg kick but Tarasov checks it #TD#
and Tarasov counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Tarasov perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Tarasov prevents Cruz from improving his position.
Cruz trying to control but Tarasov postures up.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Tarasov in particular looking to stall.
Cruz is trying to get back to full guard.
Tarasov knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Cruz on the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tarasov moves nicely into side control.
Cruz tries to buck Tarasov off but Tarasov is having none of it.
Cruz struggling a bit here.
The referee asks Tarasov politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Tarasov prefers to stall for the moment though.#T1#
Cruz is trying to improve his position.
Cruz wants to control but Tarasov postures up.
Tarasov remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Cruz wants to control but Tarasov postures up.
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.
Cruz regains half guard.
Tarasov is pressing down on Cruz's thigh, looking to free his foot. Cruz is holding on for now.
Tarasov performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Cruz trying to control here.
Tarasov is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Tarasov is pressing down on Cruz's thigh, looking to free his foot. Cruz is holding on for now.
Tarasov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Cruz trying to hold on to Tarasov's head to control him but Tarasov postures up.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Cruz connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T3#
Cruz misses with a jab to the body
#TD#
and Tarasov counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Tarasov.
Tarasov controlling from the top position.
Cruz wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Tarasov sitting in guard here, content to control.
Tarasov stopping the sweep attempt from Cruz.#T4#
Cruz being controlled here, momentarily.
Cruz is trying to control the position from the bottom.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Cruz swings for the body but Tarasov moves out of range.
Tarasov attempts a counter takedown but Cruz avoids it well and moves away.
Cruz goes for a double leg but Tarasov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Tarasov continues to drive forward.
Tarasov seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Cruz scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Cruz throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2#
Cruz fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Tarasov to the ground. Cruz is now in Tarasov's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tarasov pulls Cruz in close to prevent any damage.
Tarasov on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Tarasov tries to get out of the position.
Cruz trying to control the position from guard on top but Tarasov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Iosef Tarasov dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Cruz connects with a body shot that sends Tarasov's belly button to the back.
A big right from Cruz misses.
Tarasov tries to counter with a takedown but Cruz is quick to defend against it.
Cruz is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Tarasov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Cruz misses with a body shot.
Tarasov changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cruz dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Cruz shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Tarasov drops down looking for a counter takedown but Cruz sprawls and moves away.
Tarasov has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tarasov there as he acknowledges the shot.
Cruz swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T1#
Cruz jabs Tarasov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Cruz lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tarasov at a distance.
Tarasov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#TD2#
Cruz scores with a takedown into Tarasov's guard.
Tarasov has his hands on Cruz's head, controlling the position.
Cruz working some strikes from top position.
Tarasov seems keen to control Cruz's posture.
Tarasov wants to sweep but no luck.
Tarasov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Cruz controls the pace.
Tarasov looking for a sweep. Not yet Tarasov, not yet. #T2#
Tarasov is working hard here to advance position.
Tarasov pulls Cruz in close to prevent any damage.
Tarasov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Cruz manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Cruz trying to keep a closed guard but Tarasov is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2#
Cruz is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Tarasov seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #T3#
Cruz pulls Tarasov in close to prevent any damage.
Cruz trying to keep a closed guard but Tarasov is proving a slippery customer.
Cruz wants to sweep here but Tarasov controlling him for the moment.
Tarasov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Cruz throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Cruz digs a good body shot into Tarasov's ribs.
Cruz tries for a takedown but Tarasov circles away easily#TD#
and Tarasov counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Cruz not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tarasov stays in close to Cruz's body and controls the position.
Cruz working a defensive guard here.
Tarasov's corner is telling him to maintain position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ricardo Cruz showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Cruz clinches up with Tarasov and pushes him back against the cage.
A short body shot lands from Cruz as the two fighters clinch.
#TD#
Tarasov works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Tarasov looking to pass the guard.
Cruz tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tarasov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Cruz is keeping the position for now.
Tarasov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Tarasov looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tarasov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB2#
Cruz looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T1#
Cruz 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.
Tarasov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Cruz throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Tarasov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Tarasov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Cruz wants to sweep but no luck.
Tarasov controlling from the top position.
Cruz is trying to keep Tarasov in close.
Tarasov looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Cruz throws a right hand that misses
#TD#
and Tarasov counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Cruz!
Tarasov moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Tarasov seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Cruz for as long as he can get away with.
Cruz tries to bench press Tarasov off him but Tarasov keeps the position.
Tarasov content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Tarasov continues to stall.
Cruz 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.#T3#
Cruz is looking for a sweep.
Tarasov working away.
Cruz being controlled for a moment.
Cruz tries to buck Tarasov off but Tarasov is having none of it.
Cruz seems a little lost for a moment, as Tarasov dominates the positioning.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
You can see the frustration on Cruz's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Cruz tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Tarasov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Cruz seems a little lost for a moment, as Tarasov dominates the positioning.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Ricardo Cruz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cruz scores with a body shot.
Decent striking displayed by Cruz there.
Ricardo Cruz seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Cruz connects with a crisp jab.
Cruz will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Tarasov changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Cruz connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tarasov. Tarasov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Cruz is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Tarasov rather than just go for the knockout.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tarasov slips under a jab from Cruz.
Tarasov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Cruz scores with a jab to the body.
Cruz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Ricardo Cruz.
I think Cruz has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Ricardo Cruz! |
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Event:
MMAH 79
Date: Oct 04, 2023 |
#R1#
James dives in for a single leg takedown but Tarasov sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Tarasov changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
James wants to clinch up but Tarasov keeps it at a distance.
Tarasov swats away the attempt to clinch by James.
Tarasov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
James jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tarasov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
James tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Arlo James seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tarasov keeps the fight on the outside.
Tarasov tries to counter with a takedown but James is quick to defend against it.
James throws a combination that misses #TD#
and Tarasov counters with a nice double leg into guard. #T1#
James keeping full guard, as Tarasov tries to pass.
Tarasov is stalling in the full guard.
Tarasov looking to pass the guard.
Tarasov seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
James can't keep his opponent in guard - Tarasov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Well, if Tarasov is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
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.
Tarasov's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Tarasov is pressing down on James's thigh, looking to free his foot. James is holding on for now.
James is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Well, if Tarasov is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
#T3#
Further stalling from Tarasov.
Tarasov wants to free his trapped foot but James is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Tarasov controlling the action here.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
James misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
A head kick by James misses #TD#
and Tarasov counters with a nice double leg into side control. James won't be happy with that.
The referee asks Tarasov politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Tarasov prefers to stall for the moment though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Tarasov is stinking the place up with his stalling.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Iosef Tarasov 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#
James fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Tarasov avoids it really well and circles away.
Tarasov blocks a head kick by James.
Tarasov tries to counter with a takedown but James is quick to defend against it.
James throws a left and a right that both miss
#TD#
and Tarasov counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tarasov uses his free foot to push down on James's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for James.
Tarasov controlling the pace for now. #T1##T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Tarasov moves to the back position.
Tarasov has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of James's body.
#T3#
Tarasov seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down James for as long as he can get away with.
Tarasov continues to stall.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Iosef Tarasov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Iosef Tarasov dominated that second round.
That's time! Tarasov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
James shoots in and drives through. Tarasov sprawls well.
Tarasov circles away from the clinch attempt.
James dives in for a single leg takedown but Tarasov sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
James misses with a right hand #TD#
and Tarasov counters with a single leg into guard. James didn't expect that.
Tarasov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Tarasov wants to pass the guard but James is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tarasov sitting in guard here, content to control.
James wants to stand up but Tarasov is controlling him. #T1#
Tarasov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
James keeping full guard, as Tarasov tries to pass.
James wants to stand and escape but Tarasov is having none of it.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Tarasov seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
James shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Tarasov as he avoids it easily.
Iosef Tarasov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Arlo James.
James takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A low kick from James is predictable there #TD#
and Tarasov counters with a takedown into side control.
You can see the frustration on James's face as Tarasov controls the position. #T2#
Tarasov has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T3##REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
James closes the distance looking to clinch #TD#
and Tarasov counters with a single leg into guard. James didn't expect that.
Tarasov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that James can do to turn this around?#T4#
Tarasov 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.
James can't keep his opponent in guard - Tarasov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
James won't allow Tarasov to pass to mount.
Tarasov is controlling the pace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tarasov has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Iosef Tarasov clearly takes that round.
That's time! Tarasov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
James dives in and grabs Tarasov's left leg, looking for a takedown. Tarasov pushes down on James's head and hops out.
The fight stays on the outside here - James looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tarasov changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Iosef Tarasov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
James gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #TD#
and Tarasov decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in James's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tarasov passes into half guard.
Tarasov controlling the action here.#T1#
Tarasov passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for James!
Tarasov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Tarasov moves to take his opponent's back.
Tarasov slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
More hug and hope from Tarasov.
James is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.#T2#
This is a sustained period of stalling by Tarasov.
Tarasov continues to hold on tight.#T3##T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
James tries to escape but Tarasov has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Tarasov biding his time, controlling James.
You can see the frustration on James's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tarasov biding his time, looking for the opening.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Iosef Tarasov had his way with Arlo James in that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R5#
James tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD#
and Tarasov counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
James looks like he's trying to stand up.
#SUB#
Tarasov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so James is just riding it out for now. Tarasov eventually gives up the hold.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T1#
James is trying to stand back up but Tarasov is controlling him
Tarasov is controlling the pace.
Tarasov works his foot free and advances to mount.
James is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Tarasov controlling his opponent. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
James keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
James trying desperately to get to his feet.
Tarasov controlling the pace for now. #T3#
James has given up his back here. Will Tarasov look for the submission or keep pounding away?
What can James do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#SUB#
Tarasov working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
What can James do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#T4#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Iosef Tarasov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Tarasov 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 50:44
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 50:45
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 50:44
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Iosef Tarasov!
Iosef Tarasov retains his light heavyweight title! |
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Event:
MMAH 73
Date: Sep 14, 2023 |
#R1#
Marreta tries to score a power double leg takedown but Tarasov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Marreta somewhat.
Tarasov feints the counter takedown.
Tarasov keeps the fight on the outside.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Marreta.
Tarasov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Marreta shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Boby Marreta. 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.
Marreta shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A cross from Marreta lands.
Marreta is looking to clinch.
Tarasov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T1#
Tarasov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Marreta.
Tarasov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Marreta closes the distance and clinches up with Tarasov, looking for a takedown. Marreta pushes Tarasov against the cage but Tarasov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Tarasov with the counter takedown but Marreta avoids it easily.
Marreta is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Tarasov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Marreta shoots in but no luck this time.
Tarasov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Marreta tries to clinch up but Tarasov circles away and keeps his distance.
Tarasov with the counter takedown but Marreta avoids it easily.
Marreta throws a lazy body kick #TD2#
and Tarasov counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Tarasov is taking a breather. Marreta 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.#T2#
Tarasov stops Marreta from getting back to his feet.
Tarasov stalling.
It looks like Tarasov might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Marreta has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Tarasov is working away from the top position though.
Tarasov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Tarasov keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T3#
Marreta missing with punches from the bottom.
Tarasov keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Tarasov is continuing to stall.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Marreta misses with a takedown attempt #TD2#
and Tarasov counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Tarasov looking to pass the guard.
Tarasov sitting in guard here, content to control.
Marreta will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Let's hope that Tarasov has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T4#
Marreta controlling Tarasov's posture.
Tarasov controls from within his opponent's guard.
Tarasov pushing down on Marreta's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Tarasov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Tarasov's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Marreta trying to hold on to Tarasov's head to control him but Tarasov postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Iosef Tarasov dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Marreta goes for a double leg but Tarasov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Tarasov continues to drive forward.
Tarasov feints the counter takedown.
Marreta wants to stall.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#BC#
Marreta breaks from the clinch.
Marreta shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Tarasov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Tarasov stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Tarasov wants it to stay on the feet.
Tarasov feints the counter takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Boby Marreta. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Marreta tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD2#
and Tarasov counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Marreta!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
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.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Tarasov.#T1#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tarasov working away.
Tarasov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Marreta is letting Tarasov control him for a moment.
Marreta is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Tarasov off and has taken his back!#SUB#
Marreta is looking for the choke from the back position but Tarasov is controlling his hands well. #SUB#
Marreta looking to break Tarasov's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Tarasov remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Marreta will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Marreta controlling well, preventing Tarasov from escaping the position.
Marreta misses with an elbow to the head.
Tarasov trying to control the action but Marreta just sinks the hooks in. #T2#
Tarasov can't escape the position.
Marreta doesn't have the hooks in and Tarasov manages to turn into his guard.
Marreta will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Marreta being controlled here, momentarily.
Marreta wants to sweep here but Tarasov controlling him for the moment.
Tarasov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Tarasov pushing down on Marreta's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
The adventures of Tarasov the control monster continue. Boring.#T3#
Marreta has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Tarasov is working away from the top position though.
Marreta is looking for a sweep. Tarasov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Tarasov passes to full mount!
Tarasov content just to control the position here.
More stalling from Tarasov.#T4#
Yet more stalling tactics from Tarasov.
Marreta stops Tarasov from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Tarasov content just to control the position here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Iosef Tarasov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Marreta's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3##TD#
Marreta shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Tarasov has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Marreta trying to control but Tarasov is working from the bottom.
Tarasov has control of Marreta's left arm, preventing Marreta from doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tarasov with more of the same as he continues to hold on.#T1##REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Marreta is looking to clinch.
Marreta looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
And Tarasov tries to counter it with a takedown but Marreta pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Tarasov stuffs the takedown.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Marreta throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Tarasov's head.
Marreta shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Tarasov sprawls well. Tarasov wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Marreta gets slowly back to his feet.
Tarasov feints the counter takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Boby Marreta. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tarasov takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Nice sprawl there from Tarasov as Marreta shoots in.
Tarasov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T3#
Marreta throws a lazy head kick #TD2#
and Tarasov decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Marreta's guard.
Tarasov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Marreta on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Marreta tries to get out of the position.
Tarasov tries to free his leg and advance position but Marreta is retaining full guard.
Marreta being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB#
Marreta escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tarasov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Tarasov forces his way into half guard.#T4#
Tarasov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Tarasov moves nicely into side control.
Marreta is looking for a sweep.
Marreta seems a little lost for a moment, as Tarasov dominates the positioning.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close third round but Iosef Tarasov just about did enough to take it.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
Marreta changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Tarasov tries to avoid it but Marreta manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Tarasov to the ground. Tarasov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Iosef Tarasov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Marreta has a takedown stuffed.
Tarasov with the counter takedown but Marreta avoids it easily.
Marreta wants to clinch.
Tarasov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marreta tries for a takedown but Tarasov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Tarasov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Marreta defends it well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Boby Marreta. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Marreta throws a sloppy head kick and Tarasov moves out of range easily.
Tarasov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#T1#
Marreta thows a leg kick but Tarasov checks it #TD2#
and Tarasov counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Tarasov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Marreta won't allow Tarasov to pass to mount. #T2#
Marreta slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Tarasov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Tarasov slips nicely into half guard.
Tarasov is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T3#
Tarasov wants to pass to mount but Marreta is defending the position.
Tarasov slows the pace down in half guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Tarasov stuffs the takedown.
Marreta fails with the takedown#TD2#
and Tarasov decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Marreta's guard.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.#T4#
Tarasov controls from within his opponent's guard.
Tarasov postures up.
Tarasov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tarasov prevents Marreta from getting back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Iosef Tarasov dominated that fourth round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R5#
Marreta throws the kick towards the body but Tarasov avoids it.
Tarasov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Marreta is trying hard to land a takedown here. Tarasov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Marreta shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Tarasov but Tarasov pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Tarasov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Marreta defends it well.
Marreta jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Marreta misses with a two punch combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marreta throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD2#
and Tarasov counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Marreta can't keep his opponent in guard - Tarasov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Tarasov is taking a breather. Marreta 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.#T1#
Marreta tries to kick Tarasov off but Tarasov keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Tarasov controlling the action here.
Tarasov wants to free his trapped foot but Marreta is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Iosef Tarasov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Marreta trying to hold on to Tarasov's head to control him but Tarasov postures up.
Tarasov content to control rather than advance. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Boby Marreta is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Marreta fails in his attempt to clinch.
Marreta tries to clinch there but Tarasov circles away.
Marreta fails with an attempt to clinch.
#T3#
Tarasov slaps away a takedown attempt from Marreta, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Tarasov feints the counter takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Boby Marreta. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Marreta is looking to clinch.
Marreta moves in looking to clinch but Tarasov pushes him off.
Tarasov with the counter takedown but Marreta avoids it easily.
Marreta fails with a takedown attempt.
Tarasov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Marreta wants to clinch up but Tarasov keeps it at a distance.
Marreta tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tarasov feints the counter takedown.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Marreta fails with a takedown attempt.
Tarasov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Marreta throws a body kick that misses #TD2#
and Tarasov counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Tarasov slows the pace down in half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Marreta has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Tarasov is working away from the top position though.
Tarasov is figuring out what he wants to do next.
And that's the end of the fight!
Iosef Tarasov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Tarasov has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 45:50
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 46:49
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 45:50
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Iosef Tarasov!
Iosef Tarasov is the new light heavyweight champion! |
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Event:
AFC #20
Date: Aug 26, 2023 |
#R1#
Yaga scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Test doesn't seem bothered though. #CL#
Yaga gets tackled into the cage by Test. Test maintains the clinch.
Test misses with some punches.
Test lands a left hand.
Test throws a head punch that misses.
Test prevents a body shot from Yaga.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Yaga.
Yaga blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Still in the clinch, Test scores with a nice short uppercut.
Yaga misses with a punch on the inside.
Yaga misses with a hook from the clinch.
Yaga fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Yaga misses with a short punch on the inside.
Yaga tries a body shot but Test blocks it.
Nice body punch from Yaga.
Yaga can't find room to land a body shot as Test controls the action.
Yaga throws a punch but it's blocked by Test.
Test tries a body shot but Yaga blocks it.
Test lands an uppercut.
Test fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Yaga lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Test backwards.
Test lands a left hand.
Test takes a shot to the head. #T1#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Test creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Yaga digs a right hand into Test's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Test's gas tank.
Yaga misses with a hook from the clinch.
Yaga working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Yaga doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Test blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Test throws a punch but it's blocked by Yaga.
Yaga blocking some punches.
Test blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Yaga goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Yaga misses with a short punch on the inside.
Yaga misses with a hook from the clinch.
Test lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Test takes a shot to the head.
A short right from Test on the inside.
Test working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Test misses with a short punch on the inside.
Yaga misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Yaga.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Test.
Test takes a shot to the head. #T2#
Test lands a left hand.
Test tries to work over Yaga's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch on the inside from Test fails to land.
Test keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Yaga's efforts to push away.
A short right from Test.
Yaga misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Test fails to land.
Yaga tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Yaga cracks Test with a nice body shot.
Yaga misses with a short punch on the inside.
Test throws a head punch that misses.
Yaga throws a punch but it's blocked by Test.
Test working aggressively here.
Test misses with a short punch on the inside.
Test blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Yaga.
Test lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Yaga fails to land.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Test.
Yaga struggles to land a body shot inside as Test controls his hands.
#T3#
Test fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Test makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Yaga misses with the head strike.
Test lands with a right to the head.
Yaga working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Yaga fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Yaga.
A short right from Test.
Yaga takes a shot to the head.
Yaga misses with the head strike.
Test throws a punch but it's blocked by Yaga.
Test misses with some punches.
Test has a couple of punches blocked by Yaga.
Test misses with a short punch on the inside.
Yaga goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Test misses with the head strike.
Test struggles to land a body shot inside as Yaga controls his hands.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Test.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Test works on Yaga's body with a couple of short punches.
Yaga lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Test backwards.
Yaga lands with a right to the head. #T4#
Test lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Yaga backwards.
Yaga misses with a hook from the clinch.
Test softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Yaga lands a left hand.
Yaga looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Yaga blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Test misses with a short punch on the inside.
Test stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Yaga can't find room to land a body shot as Test controls the action.
Yaga blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Test blocking some punches.
Yaga scores with a nice hook to the head.
Test misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short left from Test.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Test.
Test misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Test lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Yaga fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Yaga has a couple of punches blocked by Test.
A frustrated look appears on Yaga's face as he tries to break the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Yaga fails to land.
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 Guy Test will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##CL#
Yaga tries to keep at a distance but Test has taken the fight into the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Test.
Test can't find room to land a body shot as Yaga controls the action.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Yaga creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Test throws a punch but it's blocked by Yaga.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Yaga.
Test tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A nice left hand lands by Yaga.
A frustrated look appears on Yaga's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Test misses with a hook from the clinch.
Yaga misses with a punch on the inside.
Yaga misses with a punch to the body.
Yaga blocks a punch to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Yaga escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Test is looking to clinch but Yaga is avoiding it.
Yaga lands with a hook. Test tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Test is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.#CL#
Test has Yaga up against the cage in a clinch.
Test blocks an uppercut.
Test tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Yaga's elbow. #T1#
A short right from Test. #BC2#
Yaga escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Test tries to clinch but Yaga is having none of it.
Yaga throws a right and a left that Test avoids nicely.
Test wants to clinch up but Yaga keeps it at a distance.
Yaga misses with an uppercut.
Yaga connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Yaga listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#CL#
Test forces Yaga back against the cage and clinches.
Test working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Yaga working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Test misses with a hook to the ribs.
Yaga blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Yaga blocking some punches.
Test swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Test throws a head punch that misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Test blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Yaga tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Yaga lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Test lands a right hand. #T2#
Yaga blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Yaga swings wildly with an uppercut but Test uses good head movement to avoid it.
Test lands a left hand that snaps the head of Yaga backwards.
Yaga blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Test swings wildly with an uppercut but Yaga uses good head movement to avoid it.
Still in the clinch, Yaga scores with a nice short uppercut.
Yaga tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Test's elbow.
A head punch on the inside from Yaga fails to land.
Test lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Test lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Test struggles to land a body shot inside as Yaga controls his hands.
Test misses with a punch on the inside.
Test lands a hook that snaps the head of Yaga backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Yaga.
Test throws a head punch that misses.
Yaga misses with the head strike.
Yaga lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Yaga misses with a body punch.
Test tries to throw a body punch but Yaga avoids it by throwing Test back against the cage. #T3#
A short left from Test.
Test misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Test fails to land.
Yaga tries to throw a body punch but Test avoids it by throwing Yaga back against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Yaga.
Test lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Yaga.
Yaga lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Test backwards.
Test tries a body shot but Yaga blocks it.
Yaga blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Test swings wildly with an uppercut but Yaga uses good head movement to avoid it.
Yaga misses with a punch to the body.
Yaga misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Test.
Yaga working aggressively here.
Yaga wants to break the clinch but can't.
A left hand lands to the body for Yaga.
Test blocks a body shot from Yaga.
A shot in the inside from Test. #T4#
Test lands a right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Yaga.
A right hook to the body lands for Test.
Test misses with a hook from the clinch.
Yaga misses with a punch on the inside.
Yaga misses with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Yaga.
Test lands a body shot.
Test misses with the head strike.
Test prevents a body shot from Yaga.
Test working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Yaga blocking some punches.
Test tries to work over Yaga's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Test misses with a short punch on the inside.
Test lands a hook to the side of the head.
Yaga doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Test tries a body shot but Yaga blocks it.
Test lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Yaga tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Guy Test will probably get the nod.
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#
Test moves out of range of the strikes.
Test has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Yaga.
Yaga throws a low kick but it's checked well by Test.
Test tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Yaga paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Yaga swats away the attempt to clinch by Test.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Yaga throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Test sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Yaga circles away from the clinch attempt.
Yaga is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Test drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Yaga cracks Test with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Test tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Yaga! But no joy.
Test tries to close the distance and clinch but Yaga swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Test tries to close the distance and clinch up but Yaga swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Good exchange - Yaga coming out on top.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yaga avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Yaga! But no joy.
Test moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Yaga lands a head shot.
Test tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Yaga manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Test scores with a nice strike.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Test tries to clinch up.#T1#
Test closes the distance but Yaga moves to the side
and Yaga connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Yaga throws a hook but Test avoids it easily.
Test is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Test closes the distance looking to clinch
and Yaga counters with a left to the body.
Test wants to clinch up but Yaga keeps it at a distance.
Yaga throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Yaga misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A telegraphed right hand from Test misses the target.
Yaga ducks right into an uppercut from Test.
Yaga dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Test fails with an attempt to clinch.
Yaga scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Yaga keeps the fight on the outside.
Test throws an off balance right hand
and Yaga counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Test thinking.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Yaga takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Guy Test is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Test moves to clinch but Yaga breaks away
and Yaga counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Yaga keeps the fight on the outside.
Yaga is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Baba Yaga seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Yaga blocks a jab.
Guy Test seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Test is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Yaga tests Test's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Yaga circles away from the clinch attempt.
Test tries to close the distance and clinch up but Yaga swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Test tries to close the distance and clinch but Yaga swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Yaga flicks out a counter leg kick but Test steps away.
Yaga throws a big shot that misses.
Test checks a leg kick nicely.
Test looks to throw the jab but Yaga is out of range.
Test is looking to clinch.
Yaga walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Test checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Test throws a shot from downtown. Yaga moves away and avoids it.
Test throws out a loose jab but Yaga uses good head movement to avoid it.
Test uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Yaga.
Test is looking to clinch but Yaga is avoiding it.
#T3#
Yaga thumps Test with a low kick.#CL#
Yaga gets tackled into the cage by Test. Test maintains the clinch.
Test blocks an uppercut.
Test fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Yaga working hard to break the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Yaga.
Yaga lands a hook to the side of the head.
Yaga throws a punch but it's blocked by Test.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Yaga.
Yaga tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Yaga misses with a short punch on the inside.
Yaga swings wildly with an uppercut but Test uses good head movement to avoid it.
Yaga misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T4#
Yaga tries to throw a body punch but Test avoids it by throwing Yaga back against the cage.
Test blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Test blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Test lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Yaga backwards.
A right hook to the body lands for Yaga.
Test scores with a nice hook to the head.
Test softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
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!
Test misses with a punch on the inside.
Yaga swings wildly with an uppercut but Test uses good head movement to avoid it.
Yaga swings away with an uppercut that misses.
And that's the end of the fight!
Baba Yaga comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Test 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 Wagner Zegers scores the fight 29:28
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 29:28
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Guy Test! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 04, 2023 |
#R1#
Arishima throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Yaga.
Arishima uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Yaga.
Yaga throws an overhand right that lands on Arishima's shoulder, as Arishima tries to avoid the shot.
Baba Yaga seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Arishima will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Yaga throws an overhand right that lands on Arishima's shoulder, as Arishima tries to avoid the shot.
Arishima shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Yaga definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Arishima uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Yaga.
Yaga throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Arishima on the side of the head.
Yaga attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Yaga takes a swing at Arishima's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A telegraphed right hand from Yaga misses the target.
Arishima throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Yaga tries to bum rush Arishima with a series of wild strikes but Arishima uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Arishima unleashes a big counter combination but Yaga bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Yaga lands with a shot to the body. #T1#
Yaga bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Arishima's head.
Nice defenses there by Arishima.
Some wild striking there from Yaga.
Arishima throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Yaga is looking to counter punch.
Yaga lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Yaga connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
An inside leg kick from Arishima misses.
Yaga loads up on a big right hand but Arishima slips the punch.
Arishima is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Arishima ducks under a wild hook from Yaga.
Yaga misses with a wild body shot.
Yaga just misses with a punch to the body.
Arishima throws a counter combo.
Good standup being displayed there by Yaga as he connects with a hook.
Yaga waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Arishima.#T2#
Arishima slips under a jab from Yaga.
Yaga lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Arishima looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Yaga throws the left hand but Arishima avoids the punch easily.
Yaga throws a lazy right hand but Arishima sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Yaga cracks Arishima with a right hand to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Yaga jabs Arishima to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Yaga misses with a hook.
Arishima is looking for the big counter here.
A jab from Yaga misses.
Arishima defending well as Yaga loads up on a big left hand.
Arishima unleashes a big counter combination but Yaga bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Nice defenses there by Arishima.
As Yaga backs off Arishima throws a huge counter combo but Yaga manages to avoid it all.
Arishima steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Yaga.
Arishima throws a leg kick that misses.
Yaga throws a series of punches but Arishima avoids them all with ease.
Arishima throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Yaga appears to be looking for a big counter.#T3#
An inside leg kick lands from Arishima.
Arishima looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Yaga is looking to counter punch.
Arishima ducks under a wild hook from Yaga.
Arishima is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Yaga throws a hook to the side of Arishima's head but Arishima sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Arishima shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Arishima throws a series of punches but Yaga moves out of range.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Yaga checks a leg kick.
Yaga scores with a hook to the body. Arishima takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Yaga ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Arishima moves away.
Yaga fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Arishima misses with a low kick.
A little feinted left hand from Yaga on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Yaga scores with a hook.
Arishima throws a series of strikes that have Yaga backpedaling.
Arishima lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Arishima walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Yaga checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Yaga ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Arishima moves away.
Arishima rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Yaga moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Yaga scores with a jab to the body.
Yaga avoids a punch combination nicely.
Yaga dips to his left and cracks Arishima with an uppercut!
Arishima takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Arishima avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Arishima misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Yaga tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Arishima was well out of range. Poor timing from Yaga.
Arishima steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Yaga.
Yaga throws out a loose jab but Arishima uses good head movement to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Baba Yaga dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Yaga rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Arishima counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Yaga lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Yaga tries to land a leg kick but Arishima saw it coming and moves away.
Yaga misses with a double jab.
Yaga scores with a punch to the head.
No joy there for Arishima, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Arishima checks a leg kick.
Yaga fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Arishima is out of range.
Arishima lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Arishima throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Yaga misses with an uppercut
and Arishima counters with a two punch combo.
No joy there for Yaga, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Arishima misses with a double jab.
Ikuma Arishima is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Arishima slips under a jab from Yaga.
Arishima displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Yaga throws out the jab. #T1#
Yaga looks to land a left hand but Arishima moved out of range nicely.
Yaga jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Yaga misses with a looping left.
Arishima throws a right and a left that Yaga avoids nicely.
The fighters circling - Yaga throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A looping hook to the body misses from Yaga. Arishima does a little dance to reset his feet.
Baba Yaga is winning the standup battle so far.
Arishima on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Arishima throws a chopping leg kick but Yaga manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Yaga lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Yaga throws a right and a left that both miss.
Arishima takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Yaga looks to throw the jab but Arishima is out of range.
Arishima will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A big right from Yaga misses.
Arishima tries a quick counter leg kick but Yaga is wise to it.#T2#
Arishima checks the leg kick nicely there.
Arishima will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Yaga checks a low kick from Arishima.
Yaga misses with a jab, cross combination.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Arishima on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Yaga scores with a hook to the body. Arishima takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Arishima walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Yaga misses the shot to the body.
A jab from Yaga misses.
Nice jab there from Yaga.
Arishima misses with a low kick.
Arishima falls off balance throwing a combination
and Yaga counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #T3#
Yaga throws a body punch but Arishima moves out of range.
Arishima throws a counter combo.
A swing and a miss from Yaga.
Yaga lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Arishima throws a low kick but Yaga avoids it.
No joy there for Yaga, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Arishima throws an overhand right that lands on Yaga's shoulder, as Yaga tries to avoid the shot.
Yaga throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Yaga throws a looping overhand right but Arishima ducks down to avoid it.
Arishima scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
A big left from Yaga misses.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Arishima might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Yaga has got the better of the exchanges.
Arishima uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Yaga.
Yaga misses with an uppercut
and Arishima cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Yaga is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Arishima. #T4#
Arishima misses with a kick to the body.
Arishima throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Yaga.
Arishima takes one to the side of the head.
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!
Yaga throws a lazy right hand but Arishima sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Yaga misses the shot to the body.
Yaga scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Arishima keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Yaga.
Arishima throws a low kick, looking for Yaga's leg but Yaga calmly moves out of range.
Yaga throwing a counter right hand but Arishima manages to avoid it.
Yaga thows a left - swing and a miss!
Yaga throws a quick inside leg kick.
Yaga misses the shot to the body.
As Yaga backs off Arishima throws a huge counter combo but Yaga manages to avoid it all.
Yaga looks to land a left hand but Arishima moved out of range nicely.
Arishima tries to land a leg kick but Yaga saw it coming and moves away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Baba Yaga dominated that second round.
That's time! Yaga's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Arishima takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A left lands for Yaga.
Arishima throws a leg kick but Yaga moved away.
Yaga lands a head shot.
Yaga throws a nice inside leg kick.
Yaga throws a right hand that Arishima ducks under and follows up with a left that Arishima also avoids with ease.
Arishima throws a combination. Yaga tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Yaga throws an overhand right that lands on Arishima's shoulder, as Arishima tries to avoid the shot.
Arishima takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Arishima misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Arishima staying out of range there.
Arishima uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Yaga.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Yaga jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Yaga misses with a hook.#T1#
Arishima throws a low kick but it's checked well by Yaga.
Yaga attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Yaga throws an off balance right hand
and Arishima counters with a three punch combo that has Yaga backing up. Yaga nods at Arishima to acknowledge the strikes.
Yaga will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Yaga throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Arishima sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Arishima has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Yaga throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Arishima steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Yaga.
A good leg kick by Yaga.
Arishima misses with a series of wild punches.
Arishima keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
An inside leg kick from Arishima misses. #T2#
Yaga is looking to score with low kicks.
Sloppy strikes from Yaga. Those never looked like landing.
Yaga thows a left - swing and a miss!
That kick from Yaga tenderised Arishima's leg. Arishima is trying to keep his angry face on.
Yaga is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Arishima can do to turn this around?
Arishima moves out of range as Yaga strikes.
Arishima avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Arishima walks into a straight right hand from Yaga.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Arishima lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Arishima.
Yaga blocks a low kick nicely.
Yaga throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Yaga listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Yaga swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Yaga dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
Yaga misses with a hook. Arishima ducked under it nicely.
Arishima on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Arishima misses with the combination.
Yaga throws a lazy right hand but Arishima sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ikuma Arishima has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Arishima throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Arishima takes one to the side of the head.
Arishima misses with a double jab
and Yaga counters with a straight right hand.
A nice inside leg kick there by Yaga. That's going to slow Arishima down.
Yaga misses with an uppercut.
Arishima moves forwards but Yaga connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Yaga lands with a good body shot.#T4#
A jab from Yaga misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Arishima uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Yaga.
A telegraphed right hand from Yaga misses the target.
Arishima throws a leg kick that misses.
Yaga fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Arishima on the side of the head.
Arishima takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Yaga looks to land a right hand but Arishima moved out of range.
Despite the aggression on Arishima's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Yaga scores with a leg kick.
Yaga lands with a cross.
Yaga loads up on a big right hand but Arishima slips the punch.
Arishima was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Yaga takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Yaga takes a swing at Arishima's ribcage but misses.
Yaga works the jab nicely.
And that's the end of the fight!
Baba Yaga showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Yaga 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Baba Yaga! |
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Event:
SSG 162 Beat The Man 4
Date: Jun 25, 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 Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Jardani Jovanovich! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 11 losses; Glen Barnes!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, James Atkins and Paul Tew.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Barnes shoots in for a double leg but Jovanovich sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Jovanovich changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#CL2#
Barnes pushes Jovanovich up against the cage in a clinch.
Barnes changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Jovanovich fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL2#
Barnes moves into the clinch.
Barnes has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Jovanovich avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Jardani Jovanovich has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Glen Barnes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barnes is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Barnes can't get the takedown.
Jovanovich looking for a takedown.
Jovanovich prevents the takedown attempt.
Jovanovich has Barnes pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Barnes manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #T1#
Barnes goes for a takedown attempt but Jovanovich pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Jovanovich enables Barnes to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Jovanovich manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Jovanovich (0) vs (2) Barnes
Jovanovich looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Jovanovich looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Barnes is looking to pass into half guard but Jovanovich pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Jovanovich is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jovanovich (2) vs (2) Barnes
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jovanovich stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Barnes swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Jovanovich slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Jovanovich passes into half guard. #T2#
Barnes is not content to let Jovanovich control the position.
Barnes wants to improve his position but Jovanovich is controlling well.
Barnes won't allow Jovanovich to pass to mount.
Barnes is staying active underneath Jovanovich, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Barnes trying to hold on to Jovanovich's head to control him but Jovanovich postures up.
Jovanovich is trying to control the action in half guard but Barnes is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Barnes looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Jovanovich looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T3##SUB#
Jovanovich is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Barnes has managed to free his arm - good work.
Jovanovich stalling.
Barnes is pressing down on Jovanovich's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Barnes is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Jovanovich looking to pass the guard.
Jovanovich 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.
Barnes not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T4#
Jovanovich wants to pass the guard but Barnes is keeping the position.
Barnes keeping moving, preventing Jovanovich from controlling successfully.
Jovanovich knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Barnes on the ground.
Jovanovich stays in close to Barnes's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Barnes is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Jovanovich is aware though and is defending well.
Jovanovich slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Barnes looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T5##SUB2#
Barnes working for a triangle but Jovanovich defends it easily.
Jovanovich controls from within his opponent's guard.
Jovanovich trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Barnes working a defensive guard here.
Jovanovich trying to control but Barnes is working from the bottom.
Jovanovich forces his way into half guard.#T6#
Barnes makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Barnes.
Barnes is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Jovanovich avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Jovanovich looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Barnes is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Jovanovich defends well.
Jovanovich controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Jovanovich has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T7#
Barnes seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #SUB2#
Barnes throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Jovanovich looking to pass the guard.
Jovanovich trying to control but Barnes is working from the bottom.
Barnes is trying to keep Jovanovich in close.
#T8#
Jovanovich 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.
Jovanovich slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Jovanovich (5) vs (2) Barnes
Jovanovich happy to just control the position for now.
Barnes gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Barnes is looking to improve his position.
#T9##SUB#
Jovanovich is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Jovanovich looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Jovanovich trying to control the pace.
Barnes wants to control but Jovanovich is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Jovanovich is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Barnes sees it coming and defends easily.
Jovanovich trying to control from half guard but Barnes is working away.
Barnes regains full guard. Nicely done. #T10#
Jovanovich passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Jovanovich (8) vs (2) Barnes
Barnes tries to improve position but can't. #SUB#
Jovanovich goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Barnes rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Jovanovich's guard! Nice work there by Barnes! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jovanovich (8) vs (4) Barnes
Barnes pushing down on Jovanovich's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB2#
Barnes is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Jovanovich still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Jovanovich has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Jovanovich (12) vs (4) Barnes
Jovanovich is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Barnes is trying to improve his position.#T11#
Barnes manages to get back to half guard.
Jovanovich stalling.
Jovanovich wants to free his trapped foot but Barnes is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Jovanovich passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Jovanovich (15) vs (4) Barnes
Jovanovich prevents Barnes from getting the reversal.
Jovanovich content just to control the position here. #T12#
Barnes wants to hold on but Jovanovich pushes him away.
Barnes is wriggling around trying to escape.
Jovanovich wants to control the pace but Barnes is squirming around nicely.
Barnes is looking to get to half guard.
Jovanovich looking to control and managing it successfully.
Jovanovich looking to control but Barnes is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Jovanovich controlling the pace for now. #T13#
Barnes is desperately trying to improve his position but Jovanovich has a good base and remains in mount.
Jovanovich looking to control and managing it successfully.
Barnes is desperately trying to improve his position but Jovanovich has a good base and remains in mount.
Jovanovich takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Barnes has given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Jovanovich (18) vs (4) Barnes
Jovanovich really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Barnes.#SUB#
Jovanovich is looking for the choke from the back position but Barnes is controlling his hands well. #T14#
Jovanovich has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Barnes's body.
Jovanovich avoiding Barnes 's attempts to control his hands.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Jovanovich's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Jovanovich slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Barnes trying to control the hands but Jovanovich breaks the grip.
Barnes looking very determined here, making life difficult for Jovanovich.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Barnes is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Jovanovich.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jovanovich takes the fight on points by 18 to 4. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 13, 2023 |
#R1#
Yaga wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Good exchange - Yaga coming out on top.
Yaga scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Dana Black seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice shot by Yaga.
Black shoots and misses
and Yaga counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Black looks winded!
Yaga works over Black 's head and body with a nice combination.
Nice sprawl there from Yaga as Black shoots in.
Yaga scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Black doesn't seem bothered though.
Black shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Yaga counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Baba Yaga has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dana Black .
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Yaga works Black 's body with a nice hook.
Black takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Black looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Yaga closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Black gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#ROC#Black is rocked!
Yaga works the jab nicely.
Black is still on wobbly legs! Can Yaga finish him?
Yaga listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Yaga wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Black moves forwards but Yaga connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Nice uppercut there from Yaga.
Yaga lands with a good body shot.#T1#
Yaga is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Yaga with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Black takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Yaga definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Yaga cracks Black with a hook to the temple - Black is on wobbly legs here! Yaga swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! Black falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! Yaga wins by TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Baba Yaga! |
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Event:
SSG 149 Jagonoy vs Philbert
Date: May 28, 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 Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Mitsuhiro Ishida! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Jardani Jovanovich!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Edson Gomes and Thiago Cunha.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Ishida is trying hard to land a takedown here. Jovanovich sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Ishida fails with a takedown attempt.
Jovanovich drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Ishida defends it well.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Ishida.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mitsuhiro Ishida. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ishida shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Jovanovich pinned against the cage. Jovanovich gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ishida fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD#
Ishida feints and as Jovanovich raises his hands in defense, Ishida changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ishida (2) vs (0) Jovanovich#T1#
Jovanovich managing to control the position.
Ishida stopping the sweep attempt from Jovanovich.
Ishida being controlled here momentarily. #SUB2#
Jovanovich escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ishida gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Jovanovich is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T2##SUB#
Ishida drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Ishida jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Ishida tries to free his leg and advance position but Jovanovich is retaining full guard.
Ishida won't allow Jovanovich to sweep him here.
Jovanovich seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #SUB#
Ishida is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jovanovich is controlling Ishida's posture.#T3#
Ishida preventing the sweep.
Ishida is fighting to break Jovanovich's control of his arms but Jovanovich is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jovanovich tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ishida being controlled here momentarily. #SUB#
Ishida drops back, looking for a kneebar! Jovanovich looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Jovanovich looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Jovanovich! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ishida (2) vs (4) Jovanovich#SUB2#
Jovanovich working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T4#
Jovanovich is staying tight to Ishida's torso, preventing him from escaping. #T5#
Let's hope that Jovanovich has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Jovanovich really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Ishida. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Jovanovich trying to control the position but Ishida is working away.
Ishida gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB#
Ishida is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jovanovich pulls his head out easily.
Jovanovich takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB2#
Jovanovich is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Ishida sees it coming and defends easily.
Jovanovich not doing much here.
#T6##SUB#
Ishida looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Ishida is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jovanovich pulls his head out easily.
Ishida trying to control but Jovanovich postures up.
Ishida tries to get to full guard but Jovanovich has control of the leg.
Jovanovich takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Jovanovich.#T7#
Jovanovich wants to pass to mount but Ishida is defending the position.
Jovanovich is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Yet more stalling tactics from Jovanovich.
Ishida won't allow Jovanovich to pass to mount.
Jovanovich is controlling the pace.
#T8##SUB#
Ishida is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jovanovich pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Ishida is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jovanovich pulls his head out easily.
Jovanovich trying to control the pace. #T9#
Jovanovich is pressing down on Ishida's thigh, looking to free his foot. Ishida is holding on for now.
Jovanovich trying to control the pace.
Jovanovich tries to pass the half guard into mount. Ishida knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Jovanovich with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T10#
Ishida is looking to improve his position.
Jovanovich content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Ishida won't allow Jovanovich to pass to mount.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T11#
Jovanovich is looking to advance position but Ishida won't allow it.
Jovanovich trying to control the pace.
Jovanovich wants to pass to mount but Ishida is defending the position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB#
Ishida is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jovanovich pulls his head out easily. #T12#
Jovanovich is taking a breather. Ishida 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.
Jovanovich works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ishida (2) vs (7) Jovanovich
Jovanovich staying calm.#T13##SUB2#
Jovanovich goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Ishida has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Jovanovich but great work by Ishida. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ishida (6) vs (7) Jovanovich#T14##SUB#
Ishida tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Ishida has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Jovanovich is trying to get back to half guard.
Jovanovich is trying to control Ishida's posture but Ishida avoids it. #SUB#
Ishida thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Ishida is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Jovanovich knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Ishida is breathing heavily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ishida working away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jovanovich wins on points by 7 to 6. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 17, 2023 |
#R1#
Yaga steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Norris. That one must have hurt.
Norris throws a hook to the side of Yaga's head but Yaga sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Yaga throwing a counter right hand but Norris manages to avoid it.
Yaga misses with a wild body shot.
Norris throws a counter combo.
Norris misses with a straight left.
Sloppy strikes from Yaga. Those never looked like landing.
Norris ducks right into an uppercut from Yaga.
Norris slips a straight right by Yaga.
Norris throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Norris tries to work over Yaga's front leg with a kick but Yaga checks it.
Norris misses with a leg kick
and Norris takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Norris tries a head kick but it misses.
Norris tries a low kick but Yaga avoids it.
Nice defenses there by Norris.
Norris throws a low kick, looking for Yaga's leg but Yaga calmly moves out of range.
It looked like Yaga wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Yaga moves out of range as Norris throws a body kick.
Norris throws a nice inside leg kick.
Yaga scores with a nice strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Yaga uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Norris.
A quick step to the side and Yaga tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#T1#
Yaga moves out of range as Norris throws a body kick.
Yaga thows a left - swing and a miss!
Yaga throws a jab when Norris was well out of range.
Norris finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Yaga just misses with a punch to the body.
Norris throws a head kick that misses.
Yaga lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Norris backs up against the cage.
#CUT#It looks like Austin Norris has been cut.
A clash of legs there as Yaga blocks the low kick.
Norris looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Norris throws a push kick but Yaga slaps the foot to one side.
A solid leg kick lands there for Norris.
Yaga misses with a looping right.
Yaga checks a leg kick.
Yaga will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Yaga lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#T2#
Yaga throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Norris throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Yaga throws out a loose jab but Norris uses good head movement to avoid it.
Yaga takes a swing at Norris's ribcage but misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Norris throws a push kick but Yaga slaps the foot to one side.
Norris misses with a kick to the body.
Yaga tries to bum rush Norris with a series of wild strikes but Norris uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Norris uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Yaga.
Norris replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Yaga blocks it well.
Norris misses with a straight right.
Norris throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Yaga.
Yaga works Norris's body with a nice hook.
Norris misses with a head kick.
Yaga looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Yaga scores with a jab. Norris acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Yaga staying out of range there.
Yaga is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Norris. #T3#
Norris will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Norris throws a low kick but it's checked well by Yaga.
Decent striking displayed by Yaga there.
Norris tries to work over Yaga's front leg with a kick but Yaga checks it.
Yaga looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Norris bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Norris defending well as Yaga loads up on a big left hand.
Norris keeps Yaga at a distance using the push kick.
Yaga fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Norris manages to avoid it.
Norris shapes to counter with a head kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Norris.
Norris misses with a kick to the body.
Norris attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A chopping leg kick lands by Norris.
Norris misses with a body kick.
Norris finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Yaga throws a big shot that misses.#T4#
Norris uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Yaga.
Yaga connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Norris throws a series of punches but Yaga avoids them all with ease.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Norris throws a nice inside leg kick.
Yaga scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Yaga misses with a double jab.
Yaga pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Yaga throws a one two combo.
Yaga moves out of range as Norris strikes.
Norris scores with a push kick.
Norris tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Yaga is able to avoid easily.
Sloppy strikes from Yaga. Those never looked like landing.
Norris throws a nice head kick!
Yaga throws a lazy right hand but Norris sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Yaga ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Baba Yaga dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Austin Norris's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Yaga waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Norris.
Yaga scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Norris thumps Yaga with a low kick.
Baba Yaga seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Norris defending well as Yaga loads up on a big left hand.
Norris appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Norris. That's going to slow Yaga down.
Norris misses with a looping left.
Yaga checks a low kick from Norris.
Norris pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Norris misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Yaga defending well as Norris loads up on a big left hand.
A bone on bone clash there as Yaga blocks the leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Norris lands a nice leg kick that just misses Yaga's sensitive parts.
Norris misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Yaga has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Yaga misses with a wild combination.
Norris tries a head kick but it misses.
#T1#
Yaga connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Norris pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Yaga throws a shot from downtown. Norris moves away and avoids it.
Yaga is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Norris does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Norris on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Yaga misses with a looping right.
Norris walks into a left hand.
Yaga is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A telegraphed right hand from Yaga misses the target.
Norris tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Yaga is looking to counter punch.
A jab from Yaga misses.
Yaga misses with an uppercut.
Yaga slips under a jab.
Norris moves out of range of the strikes.
Yaga looks to land a right hand but Norris moved out of range.
Norris tries a quick counter leg kick but Yaga is wise to it.
Norris misses with a looping left.
Norris uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Yaga.
Norris flicks out a counter leg kick but Yaga steps away.#T2#
Norris throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Yaga throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Norris uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Yaga.
A telegraphed right hand from Yaga misses the target.
Norris throws a head kick that misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Yaga moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Norris tries a head kick but it misses.
Yaga misses the shot to the body.
Yaga misses the shot to the body.
Nice defenses there by Norris.
Norris misses with a low kick.
Norris looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Yaga throws a hook to the side of Norris's head but Norris sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Norris moves out of range as Yaga strikes.
Norris ducks under a wild hook from Yaga.#T3#
A solid leg kick lands there for Norris.
A telegraphed right hand from Norris misses the target.
Yaga throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A bone on bone clash there as Yaga blocks the leg kick.
Norris throws a sloppy head kick and Yaga moves out of range easily.
A punch combination from Yaga misses.
A nice combination there by Yaga.
A leg kick checked by Yaga.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Norris. Yaga shrugs it off though.
Norris throws a leg kick but Yaga sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Yaga fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Norris manages to avoid it.
Norris throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Norris is breathing heavily.
Yaga throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Yaga throws a hook to the side of Norris's head but Norris sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A jab from Yaga misses. #T4#
Norris throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Norris misses with a head kick.
Yaga staying out of range there.
Yaga looks to score with a jab to the body but Norris is just out of range.
A jab from Yaga misses.
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!
Yaga pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Yaga throws the left hand but Norris avoids the punch easily.
Norris finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Yaga throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Yaga throws a right and a left that both miss.
Norris avoids the body shot from Yaga.
Norris throws a head kick but Yaga moves out of range.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Yaga.
Yaga rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Norris moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Yaga on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Norris. Norris obviously looking to wear him down.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Baba Yaga dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Austin Norris's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Good leg kick by Norris.
Yaga misses the shot to the body.
Yaga smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Yaga is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Norris.
Norris was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Yaga looks to throw the jab but Norris is out of range.
Norris steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Yaga.
Yaga lands the left hand.
Baba Yaga is winning the standup battle so far.
Norris avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Norris lands with a nice body kick.
Norris tries to work over Yaga's front leg with a kick but Yaga checks it.
Norris throws out a leg kick but Yaga moves out of range and Norris only half commits.
Yaga is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Norris can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yaga thows a left - swing and a miss!
Yaga throws a right hand that misses
and Norris counters with a thumping low kick.
Norris misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Norris scores with a push kick.#T1#
Norris wants to land a leg kick but Yaga is out of range.
Norris lands with a thumping leg kick.
Norris throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Norris throws an off balance right hand
and Yaga counters with a right hand to the body.
Norris throws out a leg kick but Yaga moves out of range and Norris only half commits.
Yaga was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Yaga waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Norris.
Yaga misses with an uppercut. Norris saw that one coming.
Norris slips a straight right by Yaga.
A big left from Yaga misses.
Yaga misses with a looping right.
Norris lands a leg kick that knocks Yaga off balance momentarily.
Yaga catches Norris with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Norris uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Yaga.
Yaga throws a lazy right hand but Norris sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A slapping leg kick lands for Norris.
#T2#
Norris ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Norris throws out a leg kick but Yaga moves out of range and Norris only half commits.
Norris throws a leg kick that is checked
and Yaga cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Yaga jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Yaga will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Norris throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Yaga looks to land a left hand but Norris moved out of range nicely.
Yaga throws a shot from downtown. Norris moves away and avoids it.
Norris is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Yaga.
Norris attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Yaga takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Norris misses with a low kick.
Yaga throwing a counter right hand but Norris manages to avoid it.
Norris has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Yaga connects with a body shot that sends Norris's belly button to the back.
Norris tried to score with a low kick but Yaga checks it.
Yaga throws a hook but Norris avoids it easily.
Yaga throws a body shot but no joy. #T3#
Yaga throws a poor cross that misses
and Norris counters with an inside leg kick.
Yaga scores with a one two! Norris had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Yaga throws a looping overhand right but Norris ducks down to avoid it.
Yaga closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Yaga on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Norris throws a jab when Yaga was well out of range.
Yaga lands a jab to Norris's midsection.
Austin Norris has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Norris throws a big shot that misses.
Norris takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Yaga throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Norris only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Norris throws a leg kick but Yaga sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Yaga misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Norris goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Yaga avoids the head kick by Norris.
Norris moves out of range of the strikes.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Norris throws a head kick that misses.
Norris slips a jab from Yaga.
Yaga throws a big shot that misses.
Norris fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Yaga is out of range.
Norris slips under a jab.
Norris takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Yaga misses with an uppercut. Norris saw that one coming.
Norris flicks out a counter leg kick but Yaga steps away.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Norris.
Norris throws a front kick aimed at Yaga's knee but Yaga avoids it well.
A slapping leg kick lands for Norris.
Yaga moves out of range of the strikes.
Norris throws a leg kick but Yaga moved away.
Yaga is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Norris.
Yaga misses the shot to the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Baba Yaga showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Yaga 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Baba Yaga! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 07, 2023 |
#R1##TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Bag.
The strikes coming from Bag are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #SUB#
Bag is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Yaga is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Bag is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Yaga is trying to escape and Bag transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Yaga is forced to tap! Nice work there by Bag! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Punch Bag!
After winning the bout, Punch Bag thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
S-1 WGP 2022 in Osaka
Date: Mar 21, 2022 |
#R1##CL#
Gong closes the distance and pushes Paukuolo back into the ropes.
Gong utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Gong lands a knee to the body.
#BC2#
Paukuolo pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Gong closes the distance and clinches. #BC2#
Paukuolo breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Gong has managed to clinch.
Gong is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Gong unloads a knee to the mid-section. Paukuolo lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Gong lands a knee to the body.
Paukuolo swings wildly with an uppercut but Gong uses good head movement to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Knees in the clinch landing for Gong.
#T1#
Paukuolo misses with a hook from the clinch.
Knees to the body from Gong.
#BC2#
Paukuolo breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Paukuolo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gong was well out of range. Poor timing from Paukuolo.#CL#
Gong gets a clinch.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Gong obliges.
Gong utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Gong lands a knee to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Paukuolo.
Gong landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Gong unloads a knee to the mid-section. Paukuolo lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. #BC2#
Paukuolo manages to break the clinch.
#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL#
Gong clinches with his opponent.
Gong is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.#BC2#
Paukuolo breaks from the clinch.
Gong tries to close the distance and clinch up but Paukuolo swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL#
Gong closes the distance and clinches.
Paukuolo misses with a short punch on the inside.
Paukuolo trying to land knees to the body.
Gong lands a nice knee to the body.
Gong unloads a knee to the mid-section. Paukuolo lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. #BC2#
Paukuolo breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Gong fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Paukuolo, pushing him back against the ropes.#BC2#
Paukuolo breaks from the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Paukuolo swats away the attempt to clinch by Gong.
Paukuolo throws out a counter right but Gong avoids it with no problem.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dee Gong dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Paukuolo keeps the fight on the outside.
Paukuolo throws a counter combo.
Gong tries to clinch but Paukuolo moves out of range. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC2#
Paukuolo breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Gong is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Paukuolo can do to turn this around?
Paukuolo keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
Gong clinches up with Paukuolo and pushes him back against the ropes.
Our sources have told us that Gong has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.#BC2#
Paukuolo pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Paukuolo tries to keep at a distance but Gong has taken the fight into the clinch.
Gong unloads a knee to the mid-section. Paukuolo lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Paukuolo breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Gong darts in trying to clinch
and Paukuolo counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Gong thinking. #T1#
Gong tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Paukuolo manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Paukuolo throws a counter combo.#CL#
Gong closes the distance and clinches.#BC2#
Paukuolo's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Gong gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Gong lands a good knee to the midsection. Paukuolo won't want to take too many of those.
Gong landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Paukuolo misses with a punch on the inside.
#BC2#
Paukuolo manages to break the clinch.
#CL#
Gong closes the distance and clinches.#BC2#
Paukuolo breaks the clinch.
Dee Gong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gong tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Paukuolo paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Gong is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T2##CL#
Gong pushes Paukuolo up against the ropes in a clinch.#BC2#
Paukuolo breaks from the clinch.
Gong tries to clinch there but Paukuolo circles away.
Paukuolo throws out a counter right but Gong avoids it with no problem.#CL#
Gong rushes Paukuolo and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC2#
Paukuolo escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Mondo Paukuolo is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Gong closes the distance and pushes Paukuolo back into the ropes.#BC2#
Paukuolo pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Gong tries to clinch but Paukuolo moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Paukuolo! But no joy.
Gong doesn't manage to clinch there - Paukuolo circles away.
Gong wants to clinch.#CL#
Gong fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Paukuolo, pushing him back against the ropes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dee Gong dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Gong slips a straight right by Paukuolo.
Paukuolo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Paukuolo swinging wildly here.
Gong tries to close the distance and clinch up but Paukuolo swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL#
Gong pushes Paukuolo up against the ropes in a clinch.#BC2#
Paukuolo breaks from the clinch.
Gong is looking to clinch but Paukuolo is avoiding it.
Gong tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Paukuolo paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Gong tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
The fight stays on the outside here - Gong looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gong tries to clinch there but Paukuolo circles away.
A little jabbing left from Paukuolo on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL#
Gong has closed the distance and engaged Paukuolo in a clinch.
Gong landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Gong is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.#T1##BC2#
Paukuolo escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL#
Gong drives through and clinches with Paukuolo against the ropes.
#BC2#
Paukuolo pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Gong clinches up with Paukuolo and pushes him back against the ropes.#BC2#
Paukuolo breaks from the clinch.
Gong fails with an attempt to clinch.
Paukuolo avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Gong tries to clinch up.
Gong tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC2#
Paukuolo breaks the clinch.
#CL#
Gong clinches up against the ropes.#T2##BC2#
Paukuolo breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Gong tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Paukuolo paws at him with a jab and circles away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Gong looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Gong tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Paukuolo paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Paukuolo let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Gong tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Paukuolo paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Gong tries to clinch there but Paukuolo circles away.
Paukuolo swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Gong tries to clinch but Paukuolo moves out of range. #CL#
Gong closes the distance and pushes Paukuolo back into the ropes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC2#
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Paukuolo pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Gong tries to close the distance and clinch up but Paukuolo swats him away and circles back towards the center.
It seemed like Paukuolo was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Gong is looking to clinch but Paukuolo is avoiding it.
Gong tries to clinch but Paukuolo moves out of range.
Gong tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Paukuolo manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Mondo Paukuolo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Paukuolo keeps the fight on the outside.
Paukuolo looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Mondo Paukuolo.
I think Gong 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 Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dee Gong!
A very excited looking Dee Gong rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed. |
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Event:
VFC 51 Free Fall
Date: Mar 20, 2022 |
#R1#
Force avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Septer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A left lands for Force.
Mart Septer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Septer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Force swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A swing and a miss from Septer.
Septer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Force manages to avoid it.
Septer bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Force keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Septer misses the jab.
Septer clobbers Force with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Force has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Lime in the Coconut in the buildup to the fight.
A jab from Septer misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Septer misses with a lunging right hand
and Force counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Force digs a good body shot into Septer's ribs.
Septer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Force.
Septer just misses with a punch to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Force throws a nice outside leg kick. #T1#
Septer misses with a jab to the body
and Force counters with a nice uppercut.
Force closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Good exchange - Septer coming out on top.#KD2#
Septer cracks Force with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Septer has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Force to stand back up!#ROC2#Force is rocked!
Septer has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Septer ducks under a wild hook from Force.
Oh Force is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Force ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Force misses with a leg kick.
Septer slips a straight right by Force.
Septer slips under a jab from Force.
Force walks into a straight right, dropping him to the canvas! Septer swarms him and finishes the fight with a hail of punches! What a brutal finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Mart Septer!
During a confident post fight interview, Mart Septer thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
GC 422 Championship Chaos 2
Date: Mar 19, 2022 |
#R1#
Stark blocks a head kick by Jackson.
An inside leg kick from Stark misses.
Jackson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A looping hook to the body misses from Stark. Jackson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jackson thuds his shin into the meat of Stark's side.
Jackson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Stark lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Stark lands with a hook. Jackson tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Stark swings away with a body shot that misses
and Jackson counters with a head kick. #CL#
Stark has managed to clinch.
Jackson tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Stark avoids it.
Stark tries a body shot but Jackson blocks it.
Jackson lands an elbow just above Stark 's eye.
Stark can't find room to land a body shot as Jackson controls the action.
Jackson throws an elbow but it misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jackson blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Jackson misses with a knee strike.
Stark misses with a body punch.
Stark fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jackson misses with a knee to the head. #T1#
Stark putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Jackson in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Stark tries to land a knee to the head but Jackson blocks with his arms.
Stark tries to throw a body punch but Jackson avoids it by throwing Stark back against the cage.
Jackson takes a shot to the head.
Jackson is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Stark tries a body shot but Jackson blocks it.
Stark misses with a knee strike.
Jackson pushes off an throws an elbow but Stark leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Stark tries a body shot but Jackson blocks it.
Jackson lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Stark misses with a punch to the body.
Stark swings wildly with an uppercut but Jackson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jackson misses with a knee to the head.
Stark blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Stark takes a knee to the side of the body.
Stark is breathing heavily.
Jackson using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Stark has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Jackson tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Stark tries to land knees in the clinch but Jackson avoids the damage to the body.
Jackson throws a knee to the head but misses.
#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jackson tries to land a knee to the head but Stark blocks with his arms.
Jackson tries to land knees in the clinch but Stark avoids the damage to the body.
Jackson landing knees to the body.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Jackson.
Jackson scores with a knee to the head.
Stark throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Jackson blocks it with crossed arms.
Jackson tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Stark avoids it.
Jackson landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Stark fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jackson lands a knee to the head.
#CUT2#It looks like Brandon Stark has been cut.
Jackson utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Jackson landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Stark misses with a hook from the clinch.
Jackson putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Stark in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Jackson lands a knee to the head.
Jackson looking to throw knees to the head but Stark is blocking nicely.
Jackson lands a damaging elbow. #T3#
Jackson lands a knee to the head.
Jackson throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Stark blocks it with crossed arms.
Jackson gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Stark lands a left hand.
Stark takes a knee to the side of the body.
Jackson landing knees to the head.
Jackson looking to throw knees to the head but Stark is blocking nicely.
Jackson connects with a nasty looking knee right to Stark's face.
Stark has a couple of punches blocked by Jackson.
Stark works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Stark can't find room to land a body shot as Jackson controls the action.
Jackson misses with a knee strike.
Jackson scores with a knee to the head.
#ROC2#Stark is rocked!
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!
Jackson takes a shot to the head.
Oh Stark is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Jackson tries to land a knee to the head but Stark blocks with his arms.
Stark swings wildly with an uppercut but Jackson uses good head movement to avoid it.
A knee to the head by Jackson.
Jackson tries to land a knee to the head but Stark blocks with his arms.
Jackson lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Jackson using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Jackson with an attempt at a knee that misses.
#T4#
Stark tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jackson with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Jackson lands an elbow inside.
Jackson blocks a body shot from Stark.
Stark tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Stark misses with a hook from the clinch.
Stark takes a knee right on the jaw!
Jackson with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Stark takes an elbow to the forehead.
Jackson lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Knees to the body from Jackson.
Stark tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Stark tries to work over Jackson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Stark throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Jacksons head.
Stark tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Jackson avoids it.
Stark misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Stark takes a knee right on the jaw!
Jackson throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Stark blocks it with crossed arms.
Stark tries to work over Jackson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Stark is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Jackson is defending well for now.
Jackson lands a knee to the head.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Jackson tries to land a knee to the head but Stark blocks with his arms.
Stark tries to throw a body punch but Jackson avoids it by throwing Stark back against the cage.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Jackson.
Jackson working the clinch nicely. Stark is working for position but Jackson cracks him with a big knee to the head! Stark crumples up against the cage and Jackson lands two more shots before the ref can save Stark! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knee & Punches). Black Lives Jackson!
Black Lives Jackson decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little. |
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Event:
CDFC 30: Kvick vs Santa Perez
Date: Mar 19, 2022 |
#R1#
Boytsov throws a right hand that misses
and Zo counters with a nice uppercut.
Boytsov misses with a lunging right hand
and Boytsov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Boytsov misses with a hook
and Zo counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Boytsov misses with a hook.
Boytsov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Zo throws out a counter right but Boytsov avoids it with no problem.
Boytsov throws a looping overhand right but Zo ducks down to avoid it.
Zo looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boytsov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Zo counter with a right hand. #TD#
Zo gets caught flat footed, as Boytsov shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Zo wants to get back to his feet but Boytsov is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T1##SUB#
Boytsov is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Zo is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Zo has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB#
Boytsov looking for a triangle here. Zo is fighting it but it looks tight! Boytsov pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Zo is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Dmitry Boytsov!
A relieved looking Dmitry Boytsov 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:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 126
Date: Mar 09, 2022 |
#R1#
A shot to the body from Bhoy misses
and Casey counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A left lands for Bhoy.#TD2#
Bhoy shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Casey manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Casey managing to control the position.
Bhoy trying to control but Casey is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Casey is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Casey is looking to advance position but Bhoy won't allow it.
Casey is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Casey prevents Bhoy from getting the reversal.#SUB#
Casey looking for a guillotine from mount but Bhoy is having none of it. #T1#
Bhoy keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bhoy tries to hold on but Casey pushes him away.
Bhoy is in all sorts of trouble here.
Casey fails to take his opponent's back.
Bhoy tries to hold on but Casey postures up.
Bhoy is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Casey takes Bhoy's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Bhoy is in trouble.
Bhoy breaks Casey's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Bhoy tries to free his leg and advance position but Casey is retaining full guard. #T2#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Casey is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Bhoy has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Bhoy working a defensive guard but Casey passes into half guard.
Bhoy wants to improve his position but Casey is controlling well.
Bhoy moves into full guard.
Bhoy is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Bhoy wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T3#
Bhoy is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Bhoy looking to hit a scissor sweep but Casey is one step ahead there.
Bhoy wants to hit a sweep here but Casey passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Bhoy there!
Bhoy has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Bhoy is looking to improve his position but Casey isn't that keen on the idea.
Bhoy is squirming around, avoiding Casey's attempts to control the action.
Bhoy tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Casey is looking to work his way around to Bhoy's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Casey can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Bhoy is looking to escape. #T4#
Bhoy has given up his back.
Bhoy looking very determined here, making life difficult for Casey.
#SUB#
Casey is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Casey tries to keep control of the position but Bhoy is staying busy.
Bhoy biding his time here by controlling the hands, looking to escape.
Bhoy trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Yellow Belt Casey dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Casey uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bhoy.
Casey attempts a counter takedown but Bhoy avoids it well and moves away.
Bhoy punishes Casey's body with a nice straight punch.
Bhoy waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Casey.
Casey scores with the left hand. Bhoy knows he should have avoided that one.
A punch combination from Casey misses.
Bhoy swings away with a body shot that misses
and Casey counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Casey looks to land a combination but Bhoy avoids it well.
Bhoy misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bhoy moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Bhoy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Casey.
Casey is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bhoy can do to turn this around?
Casey thuds a left hand into Bhoy's body.
Nice body kick there by Casey.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bhoy swinging wildly here.
Bhoy with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T1#
Bhoy lands with an uppercut that bounces Casey off the cage and back into range.
Bhoy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Casey was well out of range. Poor timing from Bhoy.
Casey quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Casey throws a hook but Bhoy avoids it easily.
Bhoy throws a body punch but Casey moves out of range.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Casey - that will leave a mark!
A big left from Bhoy misses.
Casey attempts a counter takedown but Bhoy avoids it well and moves away.
Bhoy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bhoy. Casey does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bhoy throws the left hand but Casey avoids the punch easily.
Casey throwing a counter right hand but Bhoy manages to avoid it.
Casey avoids the body shot from Bhoy.
Bhoy stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Casey keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Casey goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Bhoy throws a lazy uppercut
and Casey counters with a straight right hand.
Casey looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Bhoy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Casey.#T2#
Bhoy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Casey was well out of range. Poor timing from Bhoy.
Casey was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bhoy misses the shot to the body.
Casey pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Casey misses with a looping left.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bhoy defending well as Casey loads up on a big left hand.
A big left from Casey misses.
Casey throws a body punch but Bhoy moves out of range.
It seemed like Bhoy was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nice uppercut lands for Bhoy. That snapped Casey's head back.
Bhoy misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Casey counters with a head kick. That will keep Bhoy thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks! #ROC#Bhoy is rocked!
Bhoy misses with a body shot
#TD#
and Casey shoots in, scooping Bhoy off his feet. Casey is holding his opponent over his shoulder. He slams Bhoy to the mat and Bhoy is in big trouble! Casey is landing strikes to his unconscious foe and the ref dives in to end the fight! Casey is celebrating with his corner and rightfully so.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:45 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Slam). Yellow Belt Casey!
A very excited looking Yellow Belt Casey made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
GC 420 Abner vs. Ragnaar
Date: Mar 05, 2022 |
#R1#
Stark wants to clinch.
Stark misses with a looping right.
Sailcirc drops down looking for a counter takedown but Stark sprawls and moves away.
Stark moves in looking to clinch but Sailcirc pushes him off.
We've been told by Sailcirc's head coaches at Rabid Dog that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Sailcirc moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
A swing and a miss from Stark.
A decent looking cross lands there for Stark.
Sailcirc just misses with a punch to the body.
Stark throws a right hand that Sailcirc ducks under and follows up with a left that Sailcirc also avoids with ease.
Sailcirc takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Stark tries to clinch but Sailcirc moves out of range.
Stark swings for the body but Sailcirc moves out of range.
Sailcirc throws a looping overhand right but Stark ducks down to avoid it.
Sailcirc just misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sailcirc throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sailcirc misses with an uppercut
and Stark counters with a slapping leg kick.
Stark has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Stark uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sailcirc.
Stark throws a hook to the side of Sailcirc's head but Sailcirc sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
No joy there for Stark, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Stark misses with a hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A cross from Stark lands.#T1#
Stark lands a really nice looking cross but Sailcirc seems unphased.
Stark lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#TD#
Sailcirc looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Stark!
Stark tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Sailcirc wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Sailcirc is trying to get an arm triangle but Stark is defending well.
Stark is not content to let Sailcirc control the position.
Stark wants to control but Sailcirc postures up.#SUB#
Sailcirc tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Sailcirc has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Sailcirc trying to control the position but Stark is working away.
Stark is looking for a sweep.#T2#
Stark is trying to control Sailcirc's posture but Sailcirc avoids it.
Stark manages to get back to half guard.
Stark works his way to full guard. Good work.
Stark has Sailcirc pulled in close to control his posture. #SUB#
Sailcirc drops back looking for a leg! Stark is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Stark manages to kick Sailcirc off! Sailcirc jumps back into Stark's guard.
Stark looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sailcirc is one step ahead there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Sailcirc thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Stark has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Sailcirc is stalling in the full guard. #T3#
Sailcirc preventing the sweep.
Sailcirc trying to control the position from guard on top but Stark is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Stark wants to sweep here but Sailcirc controlling him for the moment.
Sailcirc is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Stark tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Stark is still trying to improve position.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Sailcirc wants to control from the top but Stark keeps moving. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Stark misses the jab.
Stark throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sailcirc sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sailcirc fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Stark manages to avoid it.
Stark misses with a straight right.
Sailcirc gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Sailcirc misses the jab.
Stark looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Stark uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sailcirc.
Brandon Stark is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Stark steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sailcirc.
Stark connects with a good right hand that stumbles Sailcirc. Sailcirc circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Stark looks to score with a jab to the body but Sailcirc is just out of range.
Sailcirc takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Stark missing with a left hand there. Sailcirc was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sailcirc throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Stark looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Sailcirc misses with a takedown
and Stark counters with a left to the body.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Stark lands with a hook. Sailcirc tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
The fighters circle momentarily. Stark darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Stark throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brandon Stark dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Stark misses with a straight left.
Brandon Stark seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Stark dips to his left and cracks Sailcirc with an uppercut!
Stark will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Stark throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Sailcirc.
Stark looks to score with a jab to the body but Sailcirc is just out of range.
Stark stuffs the takedown.
Stark has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD#
Sailcirc closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Stark to the mat! Stark manages to get full guard. #SUB2#
Stark looking for a guillotine here but Sailcirc defends easily.
Sailcirc trying to control but Stark is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stark tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Stark trying to control the position.
Stark might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Sailcirc haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Sailcirc is stalling in the full guard. #T1#
Stark is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Sailcirc is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Sailcirc will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Sailcirc wants to control from the top but Stark keeps moving. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Stark fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Sailcirc on the side of the head.
Stark misses with a hook.
Sailcirc changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Stark lands a jab.
Stark scores with a crisp jab that stopped Sailcirc in his tracks.
Stark lands a jab to the nose.#TD#
Sailcirc feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Stark looking for a sweep. Not yet Stark, not yet. #T2#
Stark wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Sailcirc works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Stark wants to control but Sailcirc is keeping busy.
#SUB#
Sailcirc seems to be looking for submissions.
Sailcirc seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Stark does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Sailcirc is looking for a kimura but Stark is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Sailcirc to get the leverage. #SUB#
Sailcirc is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Stark defends it well. #SUB#
Sailcirc looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Torcadall Sailcirc overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Stark is looking for a sweep. Sailcirc is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3#
Stark regains full guard. Nicely done.
Sailcirc forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
Sailcirc is looking for a kimura here.
Sailcirc is keen to just control but Stark is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Sailcirc is working for a submission of some sort.
Sailcirc controlling the action here.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Stark has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Sailcirc is working away from the top position though.
Stark wants to get back to full guard.
Stark moves into full guard.
Stark keeping full guard, as Sailcirc tries to pass.
Sailcirc trying to control but Stark is working from the bottom.
Stark tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sailcirc passes Stark's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Stark is positioning himself well to prevent Sailcirc advancing to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Stark tries to roll over but Sailcirc keeps him under control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Torcadall Sailcirc will probably get the nod.
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#
Stark throws out a loose jab but Sailcirc uses good head movement to avoid it.
Stark looks to land a left hand but Sailcirc moved out of range nicely.#TD#
Sailcirc feints and as Stark raises his hands in defense, Sailcirc changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Sailcirc trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Stark looking for a sweep. Not yet Stark, not yet.
Stark lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Sailcirc is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Sailcirc is trying to control. Stark wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Sailcirc is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Stark has managed to free his arm - good work.
Stark wants to improve his position but Sailcirc is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stark trying to hold on to Sailcirc's head to control him but Sailcirc postures up.
Sailcirc trying to control the action but Stark is working from the bottom. #T1##SUB#
Sailcirc wants to work for an arm triangle but Stark is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Sailcirc is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Stark defends it well.
Stark trying to control from the bottom.
Sailcirc looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
Sailcirc seems to be looking for submissions.
Stark manages to get to full guard.
Stark keeping moving, preventing Sailcirc from controlling successfully. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Stark wants to sweep but no luck.
Stark is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Sailcirc wants to pass the guard but Stark is keeping the position.
Stark can't keep his opponent in guard - Sailcirc advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Stark gets full guard.
Stark is trying to control the position but Sailcirc postures up.
Sailcirc looking to pass the guard.
Stark 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.#SUB#
Sailcirc drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sailcirc jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T3#
Stark keeping moving, preventing Sailcirc from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Sailcirc drops back looking for a leg! Stark is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Stark manages to kick Sailcirc off! Sailcirc jumps back into Stark's guard.
Stark not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Sailcirc controlling from the top position.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Stark is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Stark had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Sailcirc defends it easily.
Sailcirc won't allow Stark to sweep him here.
Stark takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#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.
Sailcirc trying to control but Stark is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Stark takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Stark misses with an uppercut
#TD#
and Sailcirc counters with a shoot takedown. Stark fights it but they end up in guard.
Sailcirc pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Stark is keeping the position for now.
Stark working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Sailcirc drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sailcirc jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Sailcirc stopping the sweep attempt from Stark.
Stark trying to control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Stark tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Sailcirc passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB#
Sailcirc is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Stark knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
And that's the end of the fight!
Torcadall Sailcirc showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Sailcirc 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 Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Torcadall Sailcirc!
An out of breath Torcadall Sailcirc thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
VFC 29 Where the Fighters At
Date: Feb 28, 2022 |
#R1#
Force stuffs the takedown attempt from Zec. Zec gets slowly back to his feet.
Force lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Zec looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Zec has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Force finds it's way round the side to connect with Zec's head.
A telegraphed right hand from Zec misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Force dips to his left and cracks Zec with an uppercut!
An inside leg kick lands from Force.
Force fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Zec on the side of the head.
Zec swings and misses with a shot to the body
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#T1#
Jab, jab by Force - just one landing.
Zec misses with a takedown attempt
and Force counters with a straight right hand.
Ge Force has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Djuro Zec.
Zec takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Zec ducks under a wild hook from Force.
Zec with the counter takedown but Force avoids it easily.
Zec has a takedown stuffed.
Zec dives in for a single leg takedown but Force sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Zec walks into a jab.
Zec looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Zec throws a lazy uppercut
and Force counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Force looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A lazy left from Force finds it's target.
Zec misses with a takedown
enabling Force to counter with a crisp jab. #T2#
Force throws a hook but Zec blocks it.
Zec unleashes a big counter combination but Force bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Zec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Zec takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Force misses with a straight right.
Force scores with a crisp jab that stopped Zec in his tracks.
Zec takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Force lands a jab to the nose.
Force displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Zec ducks right into an uppercut from Force.
Force punishes Zec's body with a nice straight punch.
Zec takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T3#
Force lands with a shot to the body.
Zec fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Zec slips a jab and a cross from Force.
Force scores with a jab. Zec acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Zec misses the body punch
and Force counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Zec loads up on a big right hand but Force slips the punch.
Zec throws a lazy uppercut
letting Force counter with a right hand.
Force with a nice calf kick.
Ge Force seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Zec takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Zec walks into a jab.#T4#
Force bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Zec's head backwards.
Force connects with a body shot that sends Zec's belly button to the back.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Zec swings for the body but Force moves out of range.
Force throws a nice outside leg kick.
Zec has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Zec walks into a straight right hand from Force.
Force bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Zec takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Force throws a right and a left that Zec avoids nicely.
Force's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Force duly obliges.
Force scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A jab from Force finds it's way through Zec's defenses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ge Force dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Zec misses with a body shot.
Zec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Force fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Zec manages to avoid it.
Force lands a really nice looking cross but Zec seems unphased.
Force scores with a jab to the jaw.
Zec is trying hard to land a takedown here. Force sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Zec shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Force as he jumps to the side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zec shoots for a takedown but Force saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Ge Force has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Djuro Zec.#TD2#
Zec looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Force utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T1#
Zec missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Force preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Zec postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Force avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Zec loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Zec throwing strikes from guard but Force blocks nicely.
Force avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Zec won't allow Force to get back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Force stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Force wants it to stay on the feet.
Force lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
#T2#
Force thuds his right hand into Zec's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Force feints a jab promting Zec to slip. Force then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Zec slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Force is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Zec can do to turn this around?
Zec shoots in looking for a takedown but Force manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Zec's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Force fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Zec is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Force rather than just go for the knockout.
Zec shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Ge Force is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Zec throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Force sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A little feinted left hand from Force on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Force loads up on a big right hand but Zec slips the punch.
Ge Force is winning the standup battle so far.
Force displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Zec.
Force scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Zec doesn't seem bothered though. #T3#
Force slaps away a takedown attempt from Zec, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Force fires out a quick counter leg kick but Zec just manages to avoid it.
Force lands a slapping body shot.
Zec fails with a takedown attempt.
Force lands a jab to the head.
#T4#
Force cracks Zec with a good jab.
Zec shoots in but no luck this time.
Zec misses with a right hand
and Force counters with a nice body shot.
Zec tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Force defends well and Zec ends up having to push Force into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Force feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Force dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A punch lands to the side of Zec 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Sloppy strikes from Force. Those never looked like landing.
Zec shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Force counters with a nice uppercut.
Force stuns Zec with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Force swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ge Force dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Zec shoots in looking for a takedown. Force tries to sprawl out of it but Zec keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Force manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Force throwing a counter right hand but Zec manages to avoid it.
Force lands a nice shot to the body.
Force throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Zec doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Force counters with a straight right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Force throws a good cross that connects.
Nice body punch from Force. #TD2#
Zec shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Force is trying to defend but Zec finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#T1#
Zec missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Zec throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Zec thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Force knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Zec on the ground.
Zec slips a nice elbow through Force's hands, connecting with Force's forehead.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Force avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Zec.
Well, if Zec is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Zec seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Force does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Zec sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Force defending well though.
Force has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Zec slips a nice elbow through Force's hands, connecting with Force's forehead.
Zec performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Zec sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Force defending well though.
Zec looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Force with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Force avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Zec.
Force keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T3#
Zec looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Force with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Force is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Zec scores with a couple of nice shots.
Djuro Zec has got the better of the ground game so far.
Zec thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Zec sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Force defending well though.
Zec wants to lay and pray for a moment but Force keeps working.
Zec not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Zec is trying to control the action in half guard but Force is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Zec.
Ge Force has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Djuro Zec.
Nice uppercut there from Force.#T4#
Force slaps away a takedown attempt from Zec, before circling back to the center of the mat.#TD2#
Zec closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Zec lands in his opponent's guard.
Zec throwing strikes from guard but Force blocks nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Zec working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Djuro Zec.
I think Force 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 Winston Alpacca scores the fight 29:27
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:27
Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight 29:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ge Force! |
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Event:
CDFC 27: Havoc vs Taylor
Date: Feb 26, 2022 |
#R1#
No luck for Bey with that takedown attempt.
Bey tries for a takedown but Meth circles away easily
enabling Meth to counter with a crisp jab.
Bey has his takedown stuffed
and Meth counters with a one-two to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nassir Bey. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bey gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Meth counters with a stiff right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bey shoots and misses
and Meth counters with a series of strikes. Bey will be more careful next time no doubt.
Bey has his takedown stuffed
and Meth counters with a stiff right hand.
Bey wants to clinch but Meth slips to the side
and Meth counters with a straight right hand.
We've been told by Bey's head coaches at Cozad Amsterdam that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#T1#
Bey misses with a takedown
and Meth counters with a three punch combo that has Bey backing up. Bey nods at Meth to acknowledge the strikes.
Bey gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Meth counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bey is breathing heavily.
Bey with a lazy takedown attempt
and Meth counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bey shoots and misses
and Meth counters with a nice uppercut.
Bey closes this distance looking for a takedown but Meth circles away.
Despite the aggression on Meth's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Bey wants to clinch but Meth slips to the side
and Meth counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#ROC2#Bey is rocked!
Meth is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Bey had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Bey with a poor takedown
and Meth comes in over the top with a devastating right hand! Bey stumbles back against the cage, looking to regain his senses but Meth is on him like rabid pit bull! Bey slumps to the ground under a storm of punches and this fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Zy Meth! |
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Event:
VFC Valentine's Day Massacre
Date: Feb 14, 2022 |
#R1#
Chan fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Force checks it well.
Force misses with a looping right.
Chan thows a leg kick but Force checks it
and Force counters with a stiff right hand.
Force takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Chan lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Force has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Force and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Force bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Chan's head.
Force looks to score with a jab to the body but Chan is just out of range.
An inside leg kick from Chan misses.
Chan looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Force connects with a looping right hand.
Force misses with a right hand
and Chan counters with an outside leg kick.
Chan tries a head kick but it misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big right from Force misses.
Chan throws a leg kick that misses.
Chan looks to throw the jab but Force is out of range.
Nice shot lands for Force.
Force chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Chan can pounce on him.
#T1#
A low kick from Chan is predictable there
and Force counters with a nice uppercut.
Force throws a hook but Chan avoids it easily.
Chan pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Chan avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Force sizes up Chan with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Force avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Chan misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Chan misses with a leg kick
and Chan takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Force throws out a loose jab but Chan uses good head movement to avoid it.
Chan missing with a left hand there. Force was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Force takes a swing at Chan's ribcage but misses.
Chan ducks under a wild hook from Force.
Force throws a hook but Chan blocks it.
Force throws a looping overhand right but Chan ducks down to avoid it. #T2#
Chan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Force lands with a nice body punch.
Force fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chan throws a head kick but Force moves out of range.
Force went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
A low kick from Chan is predictable there
and Force connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Chan pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Chan throws a sloppy head kick and Force moves out of range easily.
Ge Force seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Force lands a head shot.
Chan shoots and misses
and Force counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Force looks to land a right hand but Chan moved out of range.
A jab from Force does it's job there.
Force is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Force jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Force's corner calls for a 1-2. Force obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Chan has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Force finds it's way round the side to connect with Chan's head.
Chan staying out of range there.#T3#
Chan lands with a slapping head kick.
Some wild striking there from Force.
Chan throws a leg kick
and Force counters with a stiff right hand.
Chan falls off balance throwing a combination
and Force counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Donk. Force catches Chan right on the button with a cross.
Force fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Chan fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Force lands with a nice combination. Chan backs away looking to recover.
Force misses with a looping left.
Force checks the leg kick nicely there.
Chan throws a solid leg kick but Force takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Chan.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Chan avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T4#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Force checks a leg kick.
Chan uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Force.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Force.
Force looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Chan fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Force checks it well.
Ge Force is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Force looks to throw the jab but Chan is out of range.
Chan flicks out a counter leg kick but Force steps away.
Force connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Force takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Force connects with an inside leg kick.
Chan has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Force moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A left lands for Force.
Chan swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Chan throws a body kick that misses
and Force counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A solid leg kick lands there for Chan.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ge Force dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Force fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Force misses with a looping left.
Chan misses with a leg kick.
Force checks a low kick from Chan.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Chan might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Force has got the better of the exchanges.
Force connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Chan's hands.
Force throws a low kick but Chan avoids it.
Chan misses with a low kick as Force jumps back.
A bone on bone clash there as Force blocks the leg kick.
Chan moves out of range of the strikes.
Force scores with a nice strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chan feints and then cracks Force's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Force down.
Force checks a leg kick.
Chan avoids the body shot from Force.
Force scores with a shot to the body.
Chan wants to slow Force down by chopping away at his legs. #T1#
Force throws a lazy right hand but Chan sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Chan throws a leg kick which misses Force's front leg but catches the back leg as Force tries to avoid it.
Force lands with a right hand.
A slow jab from Force misses its intended target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Force. Chan does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ge Force is winning the standup battle so far.
Chan swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Force stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Chan throws a leg kick but Force sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A telegraphed right hand from Force misses the target.
Chan tries to counter by closing the distance.
Some bone on bone action there as Force checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Force is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Chan can do to turn this around?
Chan throws a leg kick that is checked
enabling Force to counter with a crisp jab.
Force loads up on a big right hand but Chan slips the punch.
Chan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Force is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Force takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
#T2#
Chan throws a low kick, looking for Force's leg but Force calmly moves out of range.
Chan throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Chan takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Force connects with a single shot there.
Force fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Chan on the side of the head.
Force blocks a leg kick.
Force moves out of range as Chan throws a body kick.
Chan misses with a head kick.
A low kick lands for Chan.
Chan throws a nice head kick!
Jab by Force.
Force thows a left - swing and a miss!
Chan unleashes a big counter combination but Force bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Chan walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Force checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Chan swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Force is looking to counter punch.#T3#
Chan tries to clinch up but Force circles away and keeps his distance.
Force throws a hook but Chan avoids it easily.
Force throws a front kick aimed at Chan's knee but Chan avoids it well.
Chan is looking for the big counter here.
Force moves out of range of the leg kick from Chan.
Chan staying out of range there.
Chan takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Chan throws a body kick that misses
and Force counters with a nice uppercut.
Chan fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Force is out of range.
Christopher Chan is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Force works Chan's body with a nice hook.
Force throws a leg kick which misses Chan's front leg but catches the back leg as Chan tries to avoid it.
Force throws a body punch but Chan moves out of range.
Force checks a leg kick nicely.
Force dips to his left and cracks Chan with an uppercut!#T4#
Chan moves out of range of the strikes.
Force works the jab nicely.
Force checks the leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Force misses the target.
Chan slips under a jab.
Force cracks Chan with a good jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The fighters circle momentarily. Force darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Chan tries to clinch up.
A quick step to the side and Force tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice jab there from Force.
Force lands with a shot to the body.
Chan pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Force takes a kick to the side of the head.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Force checks a leg kick.
Force lands a nice shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ge Force dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Chan throws a right hand that Force ducks under and follows up with a left that Force also avoids with ease.
Chan tries to close the distance and clinch but Force swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Force dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Force misses with a right hand
and Chan counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Force swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Force lands with a straight right. Chan didn't see that one coming.
Chan is looking to chop away at Force's legs.
Good exchange - Force coming out on top.
Force checks the leg kick.
Force blocks a head kick by Chan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chan on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Nice defenses there by Chan.
Chan throws out a leg kick but Force moves out of range and Chan only half commits.
Force throws the left hand but Chan avoids the punch easily.#T1#
A jab from Force finds it's way through Chan's defenses.
Chan doesn't manage to clinch there - Force circles away.
Force swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Chan.
Chan throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Force throwing a counter right hand but Chan manages to avoid it.
Force lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Chan blocks a jab.
Force throws a hook but Chan avoids it easily.
Chan wants to slow Force down by chopping away at his legs.
Chan avoids the body shot from Force.
Force misses with a looping left.
Chan shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Chan slips a jab from Force.
Chan throws a low kick, looking for Force's leg but Force calmly moves out of range.
Force misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chan.
#T2#
Chan takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Force throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Chan sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A good leg kick by Chan.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chan throws a head kick that Force semi-blocks.
Chan avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Force is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Chan.
Chan staying out of range there.
Force is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Chan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Force moves out of range of the body kick.
Chan tries a low kick but Force avoids it.
Force checks the leg kick nicely there.
A nice leg kick from Chan, right into the meat of the thigh.
Chan motions for Force to come forward. Chan throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #T3#
Chan throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A low kick from Chan is predictable there
and Force counters with a stiff right hand.
Chan looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Chan misses with a low kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Force misses the target.
The fighters circle momentarily. Force darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Chan attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
The fighters circling - Force throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Force throws a looping overhand right but Chan ducks down to avoid it.
Force blocks a leg kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Force misses the target.
Jab from Force.
Force fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A jab from Force misses.
Force thows a left - swing and a miss! #T4#
Chan scoring well with a low kick there.
A low kick from Chan misses
and Force counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A big left from Force misses.
Force checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Force blocks a head kick by Chan.
It looked like Force wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
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!
Decent striking displayed by Force there.
A left lands for Force.
Chan misses with a leg kick.
Chan uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Force.
Force throws a one two combo.
Chan attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Chan throws a solid leg kick but Force takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Chan.
Chan thows a leg kick but Force checks it
and Force counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Christopher Chan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Chan throws a low kick but it's checked well by Force.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ge Force showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Force 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 Michael Johnstone scores the fight 30:27
Judge David Hoff scores the fight 30:27
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ge Force! |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 118
Date: Feb 11, 2022 |
#R1#
Bhoy connects with a right hand. Silverstein shakes it off.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bhoy. Silverstein does a little dance to reset his feet.
Silverstein moves in looking to clinch but Bhoy pushes him off.
Bhoy looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Silverstein is fending him off so far but Bhoy persists. Nope, Silverstein circles away and we're back to standing.
Bhoy misses with a series of wild punches.
Bhoy throws a body punch but Silverstein moves out of range.
Bhoy circles away from the clinch attempt.
Silverstein takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Bhoy fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
We've been hearing reports that Silverstein has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Silverstein throws a right and a left that Bhoy avoids nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silverstein dodges the punch combination from Bhoy.
Silverstein avoids the body shot from Bhoy.
Silverstein is looking for a counter combo.
Silverstein takes one to the side of the head.
#T1#
Bhoy connects with a looping right hand.
Bhoy dives in and grabs Silverstein's left leg, looking for a takedown. Silverstein pushes down on Bhoy's head and hops out.
Bhoy takes a swing at Silverstein's ribcage but misses.
Silverstein swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bhoy lands a nice hook to Silverstein's body. Silverstein takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Silverstein misses with a wild body shot.
Silverstein misses the shot to the body.
Bhoy connects with a right hand. Silverstein shakes it off.
Silverstein drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
No joy there for Bhoy, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Silverstein appears to be looking for a big counter.
Bhoy has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Silverstein is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Silverstein lands an overhand right.
Bhoy scores with a jab. Silverstein acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Nice jab there from Bhoy.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Silverstein on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Silverstein has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Silverstein there as he acknowledges the shot.#T2#
Bhoy punishes Silverstein's body with a nice straight punch.
Bhoy lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Silverstein throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Silverstein showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Bhoy.
Bhoy lands a really nice looking cross but Silverstein seems unphased.
Bhoy is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Silverstein had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Bhoy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Silverstein.
Silverstein avoids the body shot from Bhoy.
Silverstein closes the distance but Bhoy moves to the side
enabling Bhoy to counter with a crisp jab.
Bhoy lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Bhoy ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T3#
Bhoy scores with a hook to the body. Silverstein takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Bhoy throws a shot to the body.
Bhoy tests Silverstein's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Silverstein is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Bhoy.
Bhoy stuns Silverstein with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Bhoy lands a nice shot that snaps Silverstein's head back.
Bhoy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bhoy throws a right hand that Silverstein ducks under and follows up with a left that Silverstein also avoids with ease.
Bhoy lands the left hand.
Bhoy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Silverstein moves away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bhoy keeps the fight on the outside.
Bhoy connects with a looping right hand.
#T4#
Silverstein tries to clinch up.#TD#
Silverstein shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Bhoy napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Bhoy is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Bhoy is not content to let Silverstein control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Phat Bhoy dominated that round.
That's time! Silverstein's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Bhoy lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Bhoy avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bhoy throws a series of punches but Silverstein avoids them all with ease.
Silverstein feinted with a counter takedown.
Bhoy scores with a nice right hand.
Bhoy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Silverstein was well out of range. Poor timing from Bhoy.
Bhoy swings away with a body shot that misses
and Silverstein counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bhoy lands with an overhand left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bhoy misses with a body shot.
Silverstein throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Silverstein looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Bhoy looks to score with a jab to the body but Silverstein is just out of range.
Bhoy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Silverstein.
Bhoy swinging wildly here.
Phat Bhoy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Silverstein fails in his attempt to clinch.
Bhoy is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Silverstein with a body shot.
Bhoy avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bhoy throws a body shot but no joy.
Silverstein tries to close the distance and clinch but Bhoy swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Bhoy will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Silverstein on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Silverstein takes one to the side of the head.
Bhoy swats away the attempt to clinch by Silverstein.#T2#
Silverstein on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Bhoy lands with a good body shot.
A decent looking cross lands there for Bhoy.
Silverstein drops his hands momentarily and Bhoy takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Bhoy avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bhoy closes the distance and lands a one-two.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bhoy lands a really nice looking cross but Silverstein seems unphased.
Silverstein takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Bhoy lunges at Silverstein with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Silverstein's hand.
Bhoy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Silverstein.
Bhoy scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bhoy misses the shot to the body. #T3#
Bhoy connects with a single shot there.
Klaus Silverstein is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bhoy lands a jab to the nose.#CL#
Silverstein closes the distance and clinches.
Bhoy can't find room to land a body shot as Silverstein controls the action.
Bhoy lands a hook that snaps the head of Silverstein backwards.
Bhoy scores with a hook to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Silverstein.
Bhoy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bhoy.
Silverstein tries to score a body lock takedown but Bhoy shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bhoy.
Bhoy misses with the head strike.
Bhoy doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T4#
Bhoy working aggressively here.
Bhoy cracks Silverstein with a nice body shot.
A right hand to the body from Bhoy.
Bhoy tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Silverstein avoids it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bhoy struggles to land a body shot inside as Silverstein controls his hands.
Bhoy tries a body shot but Silverstein blocks it.
Bhoy misses with a body punch.
Bhoy lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bhoy lands with a short shot to the head.
Silverstein is working for takedown but Bhoy is calmly controlling the position for now.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bhoy creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Bhoy misses with the head strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Phat Bhoy showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Silverstein's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Bhoy lands a glancing blow to the side of Silverstein's head.
Bhoy jabs Silverstein to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Bhoy lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Bhoy will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Bhoy misses with a wild body shot.
Bhoy lands with a nice body punch.
Silverstein swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Bhoy counters with a straight right hand.
Silverstein moves out of range of the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Left hook, right uppercut from Bhoy.
Bhoy looks to throw the jab but Silverstein is out of range.
Bhoy cracks a nice hook into Silverstein's ribs.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bhoy connects with a body shot.#T1#
Bhoy lands a body shot.
Silverstein is looking to clinch.
Silverstein throws a jab but it's blocked by Bhoy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bhoy. Silverstein does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bhoy connects with a body shot that sends Silverstein's belly button to the back.
Bhoy lands a body shot.
Bhoy connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Bhoy lands a nice looking body shot.
A big left from Bhoy misses.
Bhoy scores with a jab. Silverstein acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Bhoy misses the shot to the body.
The fight stays on the outside here - Silverstein looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Bhoy has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2#
Bhoy scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Silverstein doesn't seem bothered though.
Bhoy swats away the attempt to clinch by Silverstein.
Bhoy throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bhoy is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Silverstein avoids the body shot from Bhoy.
As Bhoy looks to move away, Silverstein throws a big counter combo but Bhoy just gets out of the way.
Bhoy wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bhoy scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Bhoy showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Silverstein.
Bhoy scores with a sloppy right hand. Silverstein should have avoided that one. #T3#
Bhoy circles away from the clinch attempt.
Bhoy is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Silverstein with a body shot.
Bhoy jabs Silverstein to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Bhoy looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Silverstein swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
It seemed like Bhoy was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bhoy throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#TD#
and Silverstein counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Bhoy is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Bhoy not doing much here.
Silverstein is trying to control but can't.
#T4#
Bhoy slows the pace down in half guard.
Silverstein is staying active underneath Bhoy, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Bhoy frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Silverstein is in all sorts of trouble here.
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!
Silverstein tries to lock up and control but Bhoy gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Bhoy throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Bhoy lands a nice shot to the head.
Klaus Silverstein has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bhoy content just to control the position here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Phat Bhoy comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Bhoy winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 27:30
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 26:30
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Phat Bhoy! |
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