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Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary
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Event:
RSE 26: Night Crowned
Date: Nov 29, 2023 |
#R1#
Junior tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Garcia manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Junior goes for a high kick. It partially lands.#CUT2#It looks like Andre Garcia has been cut.#CL2#
Junior drives through and clinches with Garcia against the cage.
Junior lands a hook that snaps the head of Garcia backwards.
Junior lands an uppercut.
Junior is leaning against Garcia and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#BC2#
Junior's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Garcia takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Garcia misses with an uppercut. Junior saw that one coming.
A shot to the liver by Junior. Beautiful body shot.
Garcia misses with a hook
and Junior counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Garcia throws a big shot that misses.
Junior lands a nice looking body shot.
Garcia takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Junior scores with a nice head shot.
Junior fails in his attempt to clinch. #T1#
Garcia takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Garcia throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Junior connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Garcia misses with a lunging right hand
letting Junior counter with a right hand.
Junior moves in looking to clinch but Garcia pushes him off.
Garcia walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Garcia takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Garcia thows a left - swing and a miss!
Junior throws a fast counter high kick but Garcia manages to duck under it in time.
Garcia throws a left and a right that both miss
and Junior counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Junior darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Garcia throws a left and a right that both miss
and Junior counters with a stiff right hand.
Junior lands a nice hook to Garcia's body. Garcia takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Junior lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Andre Garcia seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Garcia throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Junior is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Garcia seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.#CL2#
Junior clinches up with Garcia and pushes him back against the cage.#T2##BC2#
Junior pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Junior thuds a left hand into Garcia's body.
Garcia throws a hook but Junior avoids it easily.
Junior is looking for the big counter here.
Junior tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Garcia manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Garcia changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Junior Junior is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Junior tries to close the distance and clinch but Garcia swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Garcia misses with a right hand
and Junior counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Garcia misses with a hook
and Junior counters with a two punch combo.
Garcia avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Garcia appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Junior tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Garcia manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Garcia half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Garcia misses with a left hand
and Junior counters with a straight right hand.
Junior keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Garcia.
And Junior responds with a good body kick, but Garcia manages to step out the way in time.
Garcia on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Sloppy strikes from Garcia. Those never looked like landing.
Junior doesn't manage to clinch there - Garcia circles away.
#T3#
Garcia swings widly with a right hand
and Junior finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Junior throws a head kick that half lands.
Garcia looks to throw the jab but Junior is out of range.
Junior moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Junior fails with an attempt to clinch.
Junior has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Garcia is landing a low percentage of strikes.#CL2#
Junior forces Garcia back against the cage and clinches.
Garcia has Junior pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Junior manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Garcia wants to take the fight to the mat but Junior manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Garcia is breathing heavily.#BC2#
Junior manages to break the clinch.
Junior darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Nice cross by Junior.#CL2#
Junior clinches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Junior lands a body punch.
Junior lands a shoulder strike.
Junior scores with a shot to the side of Garcia's head. #T4##BC2#
Junior escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Garcia swats away the attempt to clinch by Junior.
Garcia takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Junior wants to clinch.
Garcia tries to counter with a takedown but Junior is quick to defend against it.
Nice sprawl there from Junior as Garcia shoots in.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Andre Garcia. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Junior with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Junior lands a high kick!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL2#
Junior moves into the clinch.
Garcia has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Junior is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#BC2#
Junior manages to break the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Junior Junior dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Andre Garcia's cut.
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#
A slow jab from Garcia misses its intended target.
Junior wants to clinch up but Garcia keeps it at a distance.#CL2#
Junior has Garcia up against the cage in a clinch.
Garcia drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Junior gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Garcia has Junior pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Junior manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #BC2#
Junior breaks from the clinch.
Garcia misses with a hook
and Junior makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Junior is looking to clinch.
Garcia 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.
Garcia is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Junior.
Junior lands a jab to Garcia's midsection.
Junior scores with a hook to the body. Garcia takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Garcia misses with a right hand
and Junior counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nice straight punches there by Junior. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Junior.#T1#
Garcia swats away the attempt to clinch by Junior.
Garcia changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Junior is looking to clinch.
A nice leg kick from Junior, right into the meat of the thigh.
Garcia takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Junior is looking to clinch.
Junior has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Junior lands with a slapping head kick. #CL2#
Junior clinches with his opponent.
Good body shot from Junior.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Junior lands with a light punch inside.
A nice left hand lands by Junior.
#BC2#
Junior's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Garcia takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#CL2#
Junior closes the distance and clinches. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC2#
Junior breaks from the clinch.
#CL2#
Junior moves into the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Junior.
Junior scores with a hook to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Junior.#BC2#
Junior escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Junior scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Garcia throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Garcia takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#CL2#
Junior clinches.
Garcia goes for a takedown in the clinch but Junior prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Andre Garcia. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Junior escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL2#
Junior closes the distance and clinches.
Junior lands a body punch in the clinch. #T3#
Junior lands a right hand that snaps the head of Garcia backwards. #BC2#
Junior breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Junior closes the distance and clinches.
Junior lands an elbow inside that Garcia shrugs off. #BC2#
Junior escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Junior tries to clinch up.
Garcia throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Junior counter with a right hand. #CL2#
Junior instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Junior escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Garcia looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Junior connects with a single shot there.
Junior is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Garcia misses with a lunging right hand
and Junior counters with a good, hard body kick but Garcia shrugs it off.
Junior lands a two punch combo.
#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Junior tries to clinch up.
Junior displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Garcia.
Junior appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.#CL2#
Junior has managed to clinch.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Junior. #BC2#
Junior escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Junior lands a body shot.
Junior tries to clinch there but Garcia circles away.
Junior throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
#CL2#
Junior moves into the clinch successfully.
Junior lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Garcia backwards. #BC2#
Junior pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Garcia misses with a left hand
and Junior counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Junior Junior showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Andre Garcia's cut.
That's time! Garcia's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Junior throws a nice head kick!
Junior moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Junior ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Junior tries to clinch up but Garcia circles away and keeps his distance.
Junior lands a high kick!
Junior wants to clinch up but Garcia keeps it at a distance.
Junior fails in his attempt to clinch. #TD#
Junior gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Garcia to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Garcia won't allow Junior to get back to his feet.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Garcia landing with the ground and pound.
Junior keeping moving, preventing Garcia from controlling successfully. #T1#
Junior wants to stand but Garcia is controlling the position.
Garcia chips away with some ground and pound.
Garcia throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Garcia throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Junior works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Junior wants to get back to his feet but Garcia is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Garcia 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.
Garcia postures up and lands a big shot to Junior's brow.
Junior wants to get back to his feet but Garcia is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #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.
Garcia is looking to work some ground and pound but Junior has wrist control.
Junior wants to stand and escape but Garcia is having none of it. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Garcia throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Junior counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Garcia is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Junior tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Garcia paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Garcia changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Junior works over Garcia's head and body with a nice combination.#CL2#
Junior gets a clinch.
Junior lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Garcia or not. #BC2#
Junior breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Junior tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Junior tries to clinch up.
Garcia feinted with a counter takedown.
Junior tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Garcia paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A slow jab from Garcia misses its intended target.
Junior is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.#T3#
Junior goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Garcia throws an off balance right hand
and Garcia takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Junior comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Garcia misses with an uppercut
and Junior counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Junior tries to clinch up but Garcia circles away and keeps his distance.
Junior throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Garcia misses with a right hand
and Junior counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Garcia swings widly with a right hand
and Junior counters with a stiff right hand.
Junior tries to close the distance and clinch up but Garcia swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Junior Junior seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Junior tries to close the distance and clinch up but Garcia swats him away and circles back towards the center.
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!#CL2#
Garcia gets tackled into the cage by Junior. Junior maintains the clinch.
Garcia is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Junior gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Junior lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Junior Junior seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#T4##BC2#
Junior escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Junior lands a jab to Garcia's midsection.
An inside leg kick lands from Junior.
Junior tries to close the distance and clinch but Garcia swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Junior throws a quick inside leg kick.
Junior jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Junior fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Garcia looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Andre Garcia has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jab from Junior.
Junior is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Junior throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Garcia's head.
Junior Junior is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Junior scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Garcia doesn't seem bothered though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Junior Junior comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Junior 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 Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 26:30
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 26:30
Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Junior Junior! |
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Event:
SSG 233 McCain vs Finn
Date: Nov 26, 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 Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 10 losses; Ragnar Lothbrok! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 6 losses; Quinn Barnett!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Tiny Johnson and Cecil Peabody.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Barnett tries to clinch but Lothbrok moves away #TD#
and Lothbrok counters with a nice double leg into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lothbrok (2) vs (0) Barnett
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Barnett is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lothbrok (2) vs (2) Barnett#SUB#
Barnett avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Barnett avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Barnett looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Lothbrok escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Barnett gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Barnett seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #T1#
Barnett trying to control the position from guard on top but Lothbrok is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Barnett passes Lothbrok's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Lothbrok actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Lothbrok is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Barnett pulls his head out easily.
Barnett is looking to take a break and control but Lothbrok is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Barnett trying to pass the guard but Lothbrok defending well. #T2#
Lothbrok wants to control but Barnett is keeping busy.
#SUB#
Lothbrok is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Barnett pulls his head out easily.
Barnett content to control rather than advance.
Barnett is thwarting Lothbrok's attempts to control the position.
Barnett wants to take a breather but Lothbrok is having none of it. #SUB2#
Barnett is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Lothbrok as he works his way to full guard.
#T3##SUB#
Lothbrok has his foot on Barnett's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Barnett works his way back into a safe position though.
Barnett passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Lothbrok (2) vs (5) Barnett
Lothbrok is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Barnett has hold of Lothbrok's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Lothbrok seems comfortable defending it but Barnett has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Lothbrok is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Lothbrok is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Barnett couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Quinn Barnett!
After winning the bout, Quinn Barnett 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:
TOF 53
Date: Nov 12, 2023 |
#R1#
Peace fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Keys avoids it really well and circles away.
It seemed like Keys was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nice jab there from Keys.
Keys jabs Peace to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Keys keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Keys delivers a nice body kick.
Keys looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Peace uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Keys.
Peace throws a jab but it's blocked by Keys.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Keys throws a leg kick that misses.
Peace throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
World Peace seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Peace throws a body punch but Keys moves out of range.
Peace misses with a body shot
#CL2#
and Keys counters by clinching up.
Keys can't find room to land a body shot as Peace controls the action.
#T1#
Peace blocks a body shot from Keys.
A short uppercut from Keys.
Keys working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Peace tries to pull guard but Keys forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Nice body punch from Keys.
Keys lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Peace backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Keys creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Keys scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A knee to the head by Keys.
#CUT2#It looks like World Peace has been cut.
Keys is working Peace over against the cage.
Peace is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Keys to keep the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for World Peace. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Peace takes a knee right on the jaw!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Peace fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#T2#
Peace tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Keys just stands there and leans against the cage.
Keys lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A right hand to the body from Keys.
Peace fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Keys working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Peace avoiding damage as Keys throws knees to the body.
Keys digs a right hand into Peace's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Peace's gas tank.
A right hook to the body lands for Keys.
Peace is trying to pull guard but Keys turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Keys landing knees to the body.
Keys tries a knee to the head but Peace blocks it.
A right handed body shot lands from Keys.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Keys.#T3#
Keys softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Keys cracks Peace with a nice body shot.
Keys scores with a shoulder strike.
Keys landing knees to the body.
Keys scores with a shot to the side of Peace's head.
Keys misses with a hook to the ribs.
Keys digs a right hand into Peace's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Peace's gas tank.
Keys tries a knee to the head but Peace blocks it.
Peace takes a knee to the side of the body.
Peace jumps guard but Keys turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Peace tries to pull guard but Keys won't allow it.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Keys creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Keys tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Peace avoids it.#T4##TD#
Peace ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Peace no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Keys must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Peace had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Keys defends it easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Peace working for a triangle but Keys defends it easily.
#SU2#
Keys stands up and waves to Peace to follow him.
Peace throws a body punch but Keys moves out of range.
Peace swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Peace misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Keys.
Keys now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Peace swings for the body but Keys moves out of range.
#T5#
Keys lands a nice looking body shot.
Keys misses the shot to the body.
Peace misses with a body punch
and Keys connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Peace throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Keys feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Peaces jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Keys ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Peace swings away with a body shot that misses
and Keys counters with a stiff right hand.
Keys dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Keys throws a series of punches but Peace moves out of range.
Peace throws a body shot but no joy.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Peace takes a jab right on the kisser.
Peace misses with a shot to the body #CL2#
and Keys counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Keys.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Peace jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Keys walks away with a smile on his face. Peace gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Peace slips a jab from Keys.
Peace looks to score with a jab to the body but Keys is just out of range.
Keys is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T6#
Good shot there by Keys.
Isaac Keys is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Peace tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Keys counters with a stiff right hand.
Jab by Keys.
Keys keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Peace throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Peace fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Keys manages to avoid it.
Keys swings for the body but Peace moves out of range.
#CL2#
Keys rushes Peace and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Keys throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Peace blocks it with crossed arms.
Peace fails to pull guard.
Keys tries a body shot but Peace blocks it.
Keys tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T7#
Keys tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Peace's elbow.
Come on Keys - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Peace is trying to pull guard but Keys has him pressed against the cage.
Peace tries to break the clinch but Keys is controlling the position.
Keys scores with a nice hook to the head.
Peace tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Keys smiles and moves away.
Keys lunges at Peace with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Peace's hand.
Peace swings for the body but Keys moves out of range.
Peace bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Peace misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Keys.
#T8#
Keys keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Keys jabs Peace to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Keys turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Peace swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Keys lands with a shot to the body.
Peace tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Keys was well out of range. Poor timing from Peace.
Peace misses with a body punch
and Keys counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Peace walks into a left hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice straight punches there by Keys. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Keys.
Peace misses with a body punch
and Keys counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Peace is looking to wear down Keys with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Peace uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Keys.
Keys swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#CL2#
Keys closes the distance and clinches.
Keys landing some nice looking knees to the body.
#T9#
Knees in the clinch landing for Keys.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Keys obliges.
A short body shot lands from Keys as the two fighters clinch.
Peace is breathing heavily.
Peace fails to pull guard.
Keys scores with a nice hook to the head.
Keys lands a body shot.
Keys landing knees to the head.
Keys working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Keys using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Peace has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
#TD#
Peace manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Peace seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Keys has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Peace is proving hard to escape from.
Keys passes into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Isaac Keys dominated that round.
The cut man is working on World Peace's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Peace misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Keys counters with a straight right hand.
Keys keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Peace ducks right into an uppercut from Keys.
Keys scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Peace misses with a wild body shot.
Peace throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A little jabbing left from Keys on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Keys. Peace does a little dance to reset his feet.
Peace tries to bum rush Keys with a series of wild strikes but Keys uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Peace gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Peace defending well as Keys loads up on a big left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Peace throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Keys swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Peace uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Keys.
Peace bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Peace moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Peace has a takedown stuffed.#T1#
Keys jabs Peace to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Keys throws a body shot but no joy.
Peace misses with a shot to the body
and Keys counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Keys misses with a wild body shot.
Peace doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A punch combination from Keys misses.
Keys takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#TD#
Peace drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Keys wants to sweep but no luck.
Keys is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Peace is working Keys over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T2##SUB#
Peace drops back looking for a leg! Keys is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Keys manages to kick Peace off! Peace jumps back into Keys's guard.
Peace wants to control from the top but Keys keeps moving.
Keys looking for a sweep. Not yet Keys, not yet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Peace trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Peace drops back looking for a leg! Keys is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Keys manages to kick Peace off! Peace jumps back into Keys's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Peace is working Keys over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T3##SUB2#
Keys has his foot on Peace's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Peace works his way back into a safe position though.
Keys wants to stand and escape but Peace is having none of it.
Peace is pushing down on Keys's leg trying to pass to half guard. Keys is fighting to maintain full guard but Peace has managed to sneak the leg through.
Keys tries to roll over but Peace keeps him under control.#SUB#
Peace is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Keys doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Peace.
Keys manages to get to full guard.
#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Keys controlling Peace's posture. #SUB#
Peace 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. #T5##SUB#
Peace drops back looking for a leg! Keys is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Keys manages to kick Peace off! Peace jumps back into Keys's guard.
Keys wants to sweep but no luck. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Peace moves in looking to clinch but Keys pushes him off.
Peace throws a body shot but no joy.
Keys takes a jab right on the kisser.
Keys tests Peace's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Keys misses with a straight right. #T6#
A big right from Keys misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Peace. Keys does a little dance to reset his feet.
Isaac Keys seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Peace swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A little jabbing left from Keys on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Peace swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Keys to counter with a crisp jab.
Keys cracks a nice hook into Peace's ribs.
Keys connects with a body shot.
Peace swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Keys counters with a stiff right hand.
Keys scores with a one two! Peace had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Good standup being displayed there by Keys as he connects with a hook.
Keys thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Peace if he has to take too many more of those.
Keys lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Peace 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 shot to the body from Peace misses
and Keys cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Peace throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T7#
Peace throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Peace throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Keys just misses with a punch to the body.
Keys thumps Peace with a low kick.
Keys smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Peace walks into a stiff left hand from Keys.
Keys avoids the body shot from Peace.
Keys has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Keys throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Peace tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Keys was well out of range. Poor timing from Peace.
Peace takes a swing at Keys's ribcage but misses.
Peace ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Peace misses with a body shot.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Keys, as that shot connected.
#T8#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Peace is defended easily by Keys.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Keys lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Keys buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Keys avoids the body shot from Peace.
Peace looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Keys darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Peace takes a swing at Keys's ribcage but misses.
Peace blocks a jab.
Keys connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Keys connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Peace's hands.#T9#
Keys lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Peace shoots in for a takedown but Keys shows good takedown defense.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for World Peace. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Peace has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Keys finds it's way round the side to connect with Peace's head.
Keys lands a nice looking body shot.
Keys scores with a three punch combo!
Keys lands a nice looking body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Peace misses the target.
Keys moves into range and connects with a jab.
Keys jabs Peace right on the nose. Peace blinks but takes it well.
Keys comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Keys fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Keys avoids the body shot from Peace.
Peace throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Isaac Keys showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on World Peace's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Keys uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Peace.
Peace just misses with a punch to the body.
Keys ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Peace moves away.
Peace appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Keys swings for the body but Peace moves out of range.
Keys keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#TD#
Peace changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Keys looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Peace trying to control the position but Keys is working away.
Keys tries to improve position but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Peace tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Peace has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Keys is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T1#
You can see the frustration on Keys's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Keys gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Keys trying to hold on to Peace's head to control him but Peace postures up.
Peace uses his free foot to push down on Keys's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Keys.
Keys is working to get back to half guard.
#T2#
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.
Keys wants to control but Peace is having none of it.
Keys is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
Peace can't control as he wanted to and Keys manages to get the fight back to his half guard.
Keys is positioning himself well to prevent Peace advancing to mount.
Peace is keen to just control but Keys is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Peace is working for a kimura but Keys is defending it quite comfortably.
#T3##SUB#
Peace is working for a kimura but Keys is defending it quite comfortably.
Keys won't allow Peace to pass to mount.
Keys really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Peace. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Keys has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Peace is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Peace is working for a kimura but Keys is defending it quite comfortably.
#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Keys wants to sweep but Peace has passed to side control!
Keys is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Peace looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Keys tries to strike but it doesn't land. #SUB#
Peace tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Peace has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T5#
Peace wants to lay and pray for a moment but Keys keeps working. #SUB#
Peace is trying to get an arm triangle but Keys is defending well. #SUB#
Peace tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Peace has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Peace looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T6#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Keys keeps Peace under control for a moment.#SUB#
Peace is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Keys has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Peace tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Peace tries for a kimura but Keys is defending well. #T7#
Keys is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Peace looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Peace wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Keys, who protects the arm well.
Keys avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Peace. #T8#
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.
Peace working away.#SUB#
Peace wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Keys, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Peace wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Keys, who protects the arm well.
Keys is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Peace asserts his dominance and retains side control.#T9##SUB#
Keys reaches up around Peace's neck trying to control. But Peace takes advantage instantly and he's locked on an arm triangle! Big trouble for Keys! Oh that looks nasty! A human being's head is not meant to turn that color! Keys is out! He's gone limp! The ref steps in to break the fighters up and Peace celebrates the victory with the fans!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:24 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). World Peace!
A very excited looking World Peace 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:
SSG 227 Hall vs Bar
Date: Nov 12, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Juanito Santos! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Samuel Sarinnen!
The judges for this bout are John Kavanagh, David Schapiro and Lou da Vinci.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Sarinnen wants to clinch up but Santos keeps it at a distance.#CL#
Santos has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD#
Santos jumps into guard, dragging Sarinnen to the mat.
Sarinnen stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Santos swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Santos is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Sarinnen is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Santos had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Sarinnen defends it easily.
Santos 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.
Sarinnen trying to control but Santos is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Santos throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Santos might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Sarinnen avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Sarinnen trying to control the position from guard on top but Santos is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Sarinnen trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Santos working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sarinnen doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sarinnen manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Santos keeping moving, preventing Sarinnen from controlling successfully.
Sarinnen looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Sarinnen thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Sarinnen 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.
Sarinnen trying to control the position from guard on top but Santos is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2##SUB#
Santos has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Sarinnen can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Santos keeping moving, preventing Sarinnen from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Santos is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Sarinnen trying to control the position from guard on top but Santos is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sarinnen slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Santos (0) vs (3) Sarinnen
Santos looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Santos is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Sarinnen is trying to get an arm triangle but Santos is defending well.
Sarinnen is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Santos is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T3#
Sarinnen wants to lay and pray for a moment but Santos keeps working. #SUB2#
Sarinnen wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Santos, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Sarinnen looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Santos tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Sarinnen wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Santos is working hard here to advance position.#T4#
Santos gets back to half guard.
Sarinnen trying to control the action but Santos is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Santos looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Sarinnen seems to be working for a kimura but Santos defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Sarinnen wants to work for an arm triangle but Santos is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Santos moves into full guard.
Sarinnen trying to control but Santos is working from the bottom.
Sarinnen wants to pass the guard but Santos is keeping the position.
Sarinnen stands and throws Santos's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Santos (0) vs (6) Sarinnen#T5#
Santos manages to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Santos is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sarinnen pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Sarinnen is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Santos doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Sarinnen.
Sarinnen trying to control from half guard but Santos is working away. #SUB2#
Sarinnen is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Santos defends it well. #SUB#
Santos looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Sarinnen is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Santos looking for submissions off his back.#T6#
Sarinnen is pressing down on Santos's thigh, looking to free his foot. Santos is holding on for now. #SUB#
Santos is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sarinnen pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Sarinnen is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Santos is not content to let Sarinnen control the position.#SUB#
Santos looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Sarinnen is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Santos has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Sarinnen seems to be looking for submissions.
#T7##SUB#
Santos looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Santos looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Santos is refusing to be controlled, as Sarinnen sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Sarinnen is looking for a kimura but Santos is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Sarinnen to get the leverage.
Sarinnen trying to control from half guard but Santos is working away. #SUB#
Santos actively working from the bottom here.
Santos is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Sarinnen seems to be working for a kimura but Santos defends the submission attempt.#T8#
Sarinnen trying to control from half guard but Santos is working away.
Santos is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Santos actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Sarinnen seems to be working for a kimura but Santos defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Sarinnen seems to be looking for submissions.
Santos manages to get to full guard.
Sarinnen controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Santos looking for a guillotine here but Sarinnen defends easily.
#T9#
Santos tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Santos working for a triangle but Sarinnen defends it easily.
Sarinnen trying to control the position from guard on top but Santos is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Santos is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sarinnen defends well.
Sarinnen passes into half guard. #SUB#
Santos actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Sarinnen is looking for a kimura but Santos is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Sarinnen to get the leverage. #T10##SUB#
Santos looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Sarinnen is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Sarinnen is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Sarinnen is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Santos is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sarinnen pulls his head out easily.
Sarinnen trying to control from half guard but Santos is working away. #SUB#
Santos looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Santos is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sarinnen pulls his head out easily.
Santos is breathing heavily.#T11##SUB2#
Sarinnen in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Santos tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Sarinnen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Samuel Sarinnen! |
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Event:
TL Fight Night 29
Date: Nov 11, 2023 |
#R1#
Guterrez fails in his attempt to clinch.
Guterrez tries to move into range but Gane moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Guterrez.
Gane is looking to regain half guard here but Guterrez keeps moving and retains side control.
Guterrez lands a decent elbow from side control.
You can see the frustration on Gane's face as Guterrez controls the position.
Gane takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Gane can't do much from the bottom here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Guterrez landing a few strikes.
Gane trying to remain calm as Guterrez controls from the top position.#T1#
Guterrez has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Canucks Combat Club. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Gane prevents Guterrez from improving position.
Guterrez working the ground and pound but Gane is defending the strikes. #SUB2#
Guterrez working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Guterrez has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Check out the look on Guterrez's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Gane takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.#T2#
Guterrez working away.
An elbow from Guterrez crashes against the mat.
#SUB2#
Guterrez looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Guterrez lands a few punches from side control.#SUB2#
Guterrez tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
The referee asks Guterrez politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Guterrez prefers to stall for the moment though.
Guterrez working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
#T3#
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.
Guterrez is working Gane over with some ground and pound from side control. #SUB2#
Guterrez wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Gane, who protects the arm well.
Guterrez misses with the ground and pound.
Gane can't do much from the bottom here.
Guterrez taking a breather here.
It looks like Guterrez 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.#T4#
Gane is trying to get back to half guard.
Guterrez wants to control but Gane is keeping him busy.
Guterrez scores with punches from side control.
Gane really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
You can see the frustration on Gane's face as Guterrez controls the position.
Guterrez lands an elbow. #ROC2#Gane is rocked!
Guterrez working the ground and pound.
Oh Gane is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
You can see the frustration on Gane's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Gane is breathing heavily.
Guterrez lands a strong strike to the head of Gane. That's dazed him! Guterrez looking to finish here. Gane is waving his arms around trying to block but he's hurt badly - Guterrez lands more strikes and the referee steps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Oscar Guterrez!
A very excited looking Oscar Guterrez 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:
TL Fight Night 28
Date: Nov 04, 2023 |
#R1#
Johnson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Harris.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Harris is defended easily by Johnson.
Johnson cracks Harris with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#CUT#It looks like Will Harris has been cut.
Harris fails with a takedown attempt.
Mike Johnson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Will Harris.
Harris is aggressively charging in as Johnson backs up avoiding any damage. Johnson tosses out a jab and Harris runs right into it face first! Harris is out cold! Johnson dropped down on all fours and is barking in Harris's face like a pit bull in celebration until the ref was finally able to pull him away!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mike Johnson!
After the big win, Mike Johnson made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Uncle Rufus Clothing .Co and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 31, 2023 |
#R1#
Some wild striking there from Peterson.
Peterson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Velasquez misses with a jab, cross combination.
A head kick misses from Velasquez.
Peterson blocks a head kick by Velasquez.
Peterson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#TD2#
Velasquez throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Peterson was covering up waiting for the punch and Velasquez finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Peterson pushes Velasquez off and scrambles back to his feet.
Peterson really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Velasquez showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Peterson.
Velasquez tries to counter with a clinch but Peterson shakes him off and moves away.
Velasquez is trying hard to land a takedown here. Peterson sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Peterson on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Velasquez. Velasquez obviously looking to wear him down.
Peterson scores with a three punch combo!
Velasquez lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Peterson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#T1#
Peterson misses with a combination
and Velasquez counters with a three punch combo that has Peterson backing up. Peterson nods at Velasquez to acknowledge the strikes.#TD2#
Peterson gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Velasquez to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Peterson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Velasquez's guard. #REVR#
Velasquez 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.#SUB2#
Velasquez is looking for a triangle but Peterson pushes his legs off easily.
Velasquez can't keep his opponent in guard - Peterson advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
We've been hearing that Peterson has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Velasquez is trying to control but can't.
Velasquez gets full guard.#T2#
Peterson 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.#SU#
Peterson decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #TD#
Peterson decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Peterson is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SU#
Peterson stands up and beckons Velasquez to join him on the feet.
Velasquez connects with a body shot that sends Peterson's belly button to the back.
Velasquez showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Peterson.
Peterson throws a sloppy head kick and Velasquez moves out of range easily.
Velasquez is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Velasquez misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#T3#
Velasquez closes this distance looking for a takedown but Peterson circles away.
Velasquez swings for the body but Peterson moves out of range.
Peterson shoots for a double leg takedown but Velasquez sprawls well. He's pushed Peterson's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Peterson sets himself, and Velasquez steps forward looking for the clinch! Peterson avoids it this time.#TD#
Peterson feints and as Velasquez raises his hands in defense, Peterson changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Velasquez is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Peterson presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Velasquez tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Jake Peterson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Cain Velasquez.#BC#
Peterson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Velasquez throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Peterson's waist but Peterson gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Velasquez off to one side.
Peterson slaps away a takedown attempt from Velasquez, before circling back to the center of the mat.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Velasquez tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Peterson paws at him with a jab and circles away.#TD2#
Velasquez drives through with a takedown into Peterson's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Peterson pushes Velasquez off and gets back to his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Velasquez is defended easily by Peterson.#T4#
Velasquez wants to clinch.
Peterson tries to bum rush Velasquez with a series of wild strikes but Velasquez uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Peterson fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Velasquez avoids it really well and circles away.#CL#
Peterson clinches up against the cage.
Peterson is working for takedown but Velasquez is calmly controlling the position for now.
Velasquez goes for a takedown attempt but Peterson pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Velasquez tries to clinch but Peterson moves out of range.
Peterson throws a right and a left that both miss.
Velasquez looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#TD2#
Velasquez drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Peterson is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Velasquez presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jake Peterson dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jake Peterson'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#
Velasquez stuffs the takedown.
No luck for Peterson with that takedown attempt.
Jake Peterson is winning the standup battle so far.
A head kick misses from Peterson.
Sloppy strikes from Peterson. Those never looked like landing.
Peterson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Peterson misses with a body shot.
#CL#
Peterson darts in and clinches Velasquez up against the cage.
Peterson has Velasquez pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Velasquez manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jake Peterson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Peterson has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Peterson is looking for a takedown.
Velasquez fails to pull guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Velasquez escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Velasquez feints a jab promting Peterson to slip. Velasquez then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Peterson slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#TD#
Peterson drives through with a takedown into guard.
Peterson is standing up over Velasquez. Velasquez looks to escape but Peterson dives into side control.
Jake Peterson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1##REVB#
Velasquez tries to bench press Peterson off him but Peterson keeps the position.
Peterson works to advance to full mount. Velasquez defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Velasquez really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Velasquez wants to control but Peterson is having none of it.
Velasquez working to try and regain half guard.
Peterson lands a big shot there that rocks Velasquez but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
#SUB#
Peterson has isolated one of Velasquez's arms. Velasquez looking to fight him off but Peterson twists into an armbar. It's tight... Will he tap?? YES, he's tapped! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jake Peterson!
An out of breath Jake Peterson 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 30, 2023 |
#R1#
Borisov is looking to clinch but Frazier is avoiding it.
Borisov tries to clinch but Frazier moves out of range.
Hristo Borisov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Borisov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Borisov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Frazier circles away.
Despite the aggression on Frazier's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Frazier scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Frazier lands the left hand.
Frazier throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Borisov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Borisov shoots for a takedown but Frazier saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Frazier 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.
Frazier misses with an uppercut. Borisov saw that one coming.
Frazier throws a jab but it's blocked by Borisov.
Borisov misses with a takedown attempt - Frazier sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hristo Borisov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Borisov wants to clinch but Frazier slips to the side#KD2#
and Frazier counters with a nice right hand that sends Borisov toppling to the canvas! Borisov scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Frazier finish him?!#ROC2#Borisov is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Borisov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Oh Borisov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Borisov looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Borisov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Frazier swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Borisov seems to have got his legs back now.
Borisov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Borisov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Frazier.
Borisov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Borisov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T1#
Frazier misses with a few strikes there.
The crowd cheers as Frazier lands an impressive looking overhand right. Borisov doesn't seem phased though.
Frazier walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Borisov drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! Frazier swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Borisov's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Joe Frazier!
Joe Frazier gave a mention to BRAZEN - Fight Gear in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
SSG 220 Hall vs Orion
Date: Oct 29, 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 0 wins and 2 losses; Yoshihiro Akiyama! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Juanito Santos!
The judges for this bout are Chad Campbell, Eddie Farnsworth and Jorge Garcia.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Santos drives through and clinches with Akiyama against the cage.
#TD2#
Santos jumps guard and drags Akiyama to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB2#
Santos escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Akiyama gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Santos throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Santos is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Akiyama is aware though and is defending well.
Akiyama stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Santos swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Santos is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Santos is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Akiyama has his hands clasped together but Santos extends and breaks Akiyama's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Santos.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Juanito Santos! |
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Event:
SSG 221 Feet vs Solo
Date: Oct 29, 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 London, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 3 losses; Raja Silalahi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 9 losses; Ragnar Lothbrok!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Alec Ball and Trevor Gratis.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Lothbrok gets caught napping as Silalahi dives in and scores a takedown. Lothbrok manages to retain guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Silalahi (2) vs (0) Lothbrok
Lothbrok can't keep his opponent in guard - Silalahi advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Silalahi is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Silalahi prevents Lothbrok from improving his position.#SUB#
Silalahi is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Lothbrok is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Silalahi pulls his head out easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lothbrok trying to control but Silalahi postures up.
#T1#
Silalahi prevents Lothbrok from improving his position.
Silalahi looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Lothbrok looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Silalahi is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Silalahi works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Silalahi (5) vs (0) Lothbrok#T2#
Silalahi takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Silalahi wants to control the pace but Lothbrok is squirming around nicely.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Silalahi content just to control the position here.
Lothbrok regains half guard.#SUB2#
Lothbrok looking for submissions off his back.#T3#
Silalahi wants to pass the guard but Lothbrok is defending well.
Lothbrok tries to get to full guard but Silalahi has control of the leg.
Lothbrok is not content to let Silalahi control the position.
Lothbrok is pressing down on Silalahi's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Lothbrok is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Silalahi defends well.#SUB2#
Lothbrok has his foot on Silalahi's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Silalahi works his way back into a safe position though.#T4#
Silalahi stands and throws Lothbrok's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Silalahi (8) vs (0) Lothbrok
Lothbrok being controlled for a moment.
Lothbrok is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Lothbrok looking for submissions off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Silalahi slows the pace down in half guard. #T5#
Silalahi works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Silalahi (11) vs (0) Lothbrok
Silalahi wants to take Lothbrok's back but he can't do it this time.
Silalahi controlling the pace for now.
Lothbrok is trying desperately to improve position.
Silalahi controlling the position easily from mount. #T6#
Silalahi fails to advance to Lothbrok's back.
Lothbrok is trying desperately to improve position.
Silalahi takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Score +3 for taking back: Silalahi (14) vs (0) Lothbrok
Silalahi controlling well, preventing Lothbrok from escaping the position.
Silalahi will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Lothbrok rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#T7#
Silalahi wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lothbrok keeps working. #SUB#
Silalahi is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Lothbrok sees it coming and defends easily.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Silalahi in particular looking to stall.
Lothbrok wants to control but Silalahi is keeping busy.
Silalahi tries to pass to full mount but Lothbrok defends it.
Silalahi prevents Lothbrok from improving his position.#T8#
Silalahi is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Silalahi (17) vs (0) Lothbrok
Lothbrok tries to lock up and control but Silalahi gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Silalahi tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Lothbrok is squirming around, avoiding Silalahi's attempts to control the action.
Silalahi fails to move to back control.
Lothbrok is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T9#
Silalahi controlling the position easily from mount.
Lothbrok is trying desperately to improve position.
Silalahi can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Lothbrok is looking to escape.
Silalahi is looking to take Lothbrok's back but instead Lothbrok gets back to half guard. Nice work.
Silalahi tries to pass to full mount but Lothbrok defends it. #T10#
Lothbrok wants to get back to full guard.
Silalahi is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard. #SUB2#
Lothbrok is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Silalahi trying to control but Lothbrok is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Lothbrok escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Silalahi gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T11#
Silalahi's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Silalahi tries to free his leg and advance position but Lothbrok is retaining full guard.
Silalahi is stalling in the full guard.
Our spies down at at Alpha Brasil inform us that Lothbrok has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Silalahi trying to control the position from guard on top but Lothbrok is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lothbrok is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.#T12##SUB2#
Lothbrok looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Silalahi passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Silalahi (20) vs (0) Lothbrok
Silalahi controls the position.
Lothbrok is trying to control Silalahi's posture but Silalahi avoids it.
Silalahi in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Lothbrok is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T13##SUB#
Silalahi swings around for an armbar but Lothbrok sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Silalahi's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Silalahi (20) vs (2) Lothbrok
Lothbrok trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lothbrok stopping the sweep attempt from Silalahi.
Lothbrok looking to pass the guard.
Lothbrok slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Silalahi (20) vs (5) Lothbrok
Silalahi manages to get back to half guard.#T14##SUB2#
Lothbrok is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Silalahi sees it coming and defends easily.
Silalahi is trying to control but can't.
Silalahi keeping control of the position. #SUB2#
Lothbrok is looking for a kimura but Silalahi is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Lothbrok to get the leverage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Silalahi wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Lothbrok is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Silalahi trying to control from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Silalahi takes the fight on points by 20 to 5.
Raja Silalahi bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
TL Fight Night 26
Date: Oct 21, 2023 |
#R1#
Gane's jab looks to have found its range, popping Schwarzenegger under the eye.
Schwarzenegger blocks a jab.
Gane doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Schwarzenegger throws a hook but Gane blocks it.
Gane throws a hook but Schwarzenegger avoids it easily.
Schwarzenegger looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Gane missing with a left hand there. Schwarzenegger was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Gane bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Schwarzenegger misses with an uppercut
and Gane counters with a nice uppercut.
Gane connects with a right hand. Schwarzenegger shakes it off.
Schwarzenegger throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gane misses with a hook
and Schwarzenegger connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Schwarzenegger swings widly with a right hand
and Gane counters with a stiff right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A slow jab from Gane misses its intended target.
Gane throws a lazy uppercut
#TD#
and Schwarzenegger counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB#
Schwarzenegger is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Gane is not content to let Schwarzenegger control the position.#T1#
Schwarzenegger sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Schwarzenegger wants to take a breather but Gane is having none of it.
Gane has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Schwarzenegger is working away from the top position though.
Gane is staying active underneath Schwarzenegger, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Schwarzenegger is looking for a kimura here.
Schwarzenegger is trying to control. Gane wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #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.#SUB#
Schwarzenegger is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Schwarzenegger wants to control but Gane is keeping him busy.
Gane is concentrating on defense, preventing Schwarzenegger from advancing position.
Schwarzenegger wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gane keeps working.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gane is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Schwarzenegger is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gane has managed to free his arm - good work.
Schwarzenegger trying to control the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Schwarzenegger is looking to stall here but Gane recovers full guard.
Gane pulls Schwarzenegger in to control the position.
Schwarzenegger postures up.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Schwarzenegger takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Nice straight punches there by Gane. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Gane.
Schwarzenegger really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Schwarzenegger slips under a jab from Gane.
Gane throws a poor cross that misses
and Schwarzenegger counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Gane takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T4#
Nice defenses there by Schwarzenegger.
The fighters circle momentarily. Schwarzenegger darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Schwarzenegger avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A swing and a miss from Gane.
Jacky Gane seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Schwarzenegger uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Gane.
Schwarzenegger was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Gane misses with a left hand #TD#
and Schwarzenegger decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Gane's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Schwarzenegger trying to control the position from guard on top but Gane is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Schwarzenegger is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Schwarzenegger trying to control the position from guard on top but Gane is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Schwarzenegger trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Schwarzenegger is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Gane is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Gane has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
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 Archibald Schwarzenegger will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Schwarzenegger slips under a jab from Gane.#CL2#
Gane drives through and clinches with Schwarzenegger against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Schwarzenegger scores with a nice short uppercut.
Gane has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Gane is trying to break free.
Gane wants to break free but Schwarzenegger has control.
Schwarzenegger tries to work over Gane's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Gane tries to break free but Schwarzenegger pushes him back against the cage.
Gane can't break the clinch.
Gane throws a punch but it's blocked by Schwarzenegger.
Schwarzenegger misses with a body punch.
Schwarzenegger is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schwarzenegger is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Gane gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Gane prevents a body shot from Schwarzenegger.
Schwarzenegger throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Gane working hard to break the clinch.
Schwarzenegger makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T1#
A short left from Schwarzenegger.
Schwarzenegger tries to throw a body punch but Gane avoids it by throwing Schwarzenegger back against the cage.
Schwarzenegger lands a left hand that snaps the head of Gane backwards. #BC#
Schwarzenegger breaks from the clinch.
Gane lands with a cross.
Jacky Gane seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Gane rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#TD#
and Schwarzenegger counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Schwarzenegger.
Gane is trying to keep Schwarzenegger in close.
Schwarzenegger trying to control but Gane is working from the bottom.
Gane really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Schwarzenegger. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Schwarzenegger drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Gane dives on top into guard.#REVB##SUB#
Schwarzenegger has his foot on Gane's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Gane works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Schwarzenegger is looking for a triangle but Gane pushes his legs off easily.
#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Schwarzenegger is looking for a triangle but Gane pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Schwarzenegger had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gane defends it easily.#SUB#
Gane is posturing up here but Schwarzenegger has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Gane tries to roll out but it's too tight and Gane has to tap! Slick submission there by Schwarzenegger!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Archibald Schwarzenegger!
Archibald Schwarzenegger retains his featherweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Archibald Schwarzenegger thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
TL Fight Night 26
Date: Oct 21, 2023 |
#R1#
Santos lands a lovely overhand right.#CUT2#It looks like Makunouchi Ippo has been cut.
Ippo looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Santos's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Santos duly obliges.
Santos tests Ippo's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Santos uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#KD2#
Santos drops Ippo with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Ippo looks back up at him and smiles so Santos waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
#ROC2#Ippo is rocked!
Santos's coach down at Special Ops N7 Training was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Santos's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Santos fakes the body blow, causing Ippo to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Ippo goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Miguel Santos! |
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Event:
TL Fight Night 24
Date: Oct 07, 2023 |
#R1#
Garcia throws a poor cross that misses
and Jansen counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT2#It looks like Andre Garcia has been cut.
Garcia seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Garcia misses with a straight left.
Garcia looks to land a left hand but Jansen moved out of range nicely.
Garcia misses with a right hand
and Jansen counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jansen lands the left hand.
Jansen fakes the body blow, causing Garcia to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Garcia goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Marco Jansen !
Our winner, Marco Jansen , made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
TL Fight Night 24
Date: Oct 07, 2023 |
#R1##CL2#
Garcia gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Garcia looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Lagamdeov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Garcia. #BC#
Lagamdeov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Garcia takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Miguel Garcia seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lagamdeov swats away the attempt to clinch by Garcia.
Garcia doesn't manage to clinch there - Lagamdeov circles away.
Lagamdeov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#CL2#
Garcia has Lagamdeov up against the cage in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lagamdeov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Garcia just stands there and leans against the cage.#TD#
Lagamdeov successfully pulls guard.
Garcia trying to control the position from guard on top but Lagamdeov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lagamdeov is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T1#
Garcia trying to stand up but can't free himself from Lagamdeov's guard.
Lagamdeov pulls Garcia in close to prevent any damage.
Garcia won't allow Lagamdeov to sweep him here.
Garcia advances to half guard.
Lagamdeov is looking to improve his position.
Lagamdeov moves into full guard.
Garcia preventing the sweep. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Lagamdeov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Garcia doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Garcia manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Garcia stopping the sweep attempt from Lagamdeov.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lagamdeov has control of Garcia's left arm, preventing Garcia from doing any damage.
Lagamdeov seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#ES#
Lagamdeov has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Garcia is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Garcia throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
#BC2#
Garcia breaks from the clinch.
Garcia moves in looking to clinch but Lagamdeov pushes him off.
Lagamdeov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#TD#
Lagamdeov scores with a takedown into Garcia's guard.#T3##ES2#
Garcia scrambles and gets back to his feet.
A punch combination from Lagamdeov misses. #TD#
Lagamdeov throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Garcia was covering up waiting for the punch and Lagamdeov finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Lagamdeov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Garcia is keeping the position for now.
Lagamdeov won't allow Garcia to get back to his feet.
Garcia controlling the position.#T4#
Garcia is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Lagamdeov is controlling him.
Garcia is looking to stand back up but Lagamdeov counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Garcia.
Garcia tries to kick Lagamdeov off but Lagamdeov keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Lagamdeov performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Lagamdeov connects with a nice short shot to Garcia's temple.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Usmir Lagamdeov dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Lagamdeov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Garcia fails in his attempt to clinch.
Garcia tries to clinch up
and Lagamdeov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've been informed that Garcia has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Lagamdeov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Garcia keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lagamdeov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Garcia walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Garcia tries to clinch but Lagamdeov moves away
and Lagamdeov counters with a nice uppercut. #CL2#
Garcia closes the distance and clinches.
Lagamdeov tries to score a body lock takedown but Garcia shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Garcia swings wildly with an uppercut but Lagamdeov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Garcia misses with an elbow strike.
#T1#
Lagamdeov tries to throw a body punch but Garcia avoids it by throwing Lagamdeov back against the cage.
Garcia lands an elbow inside.
Lagamdeov blocks an uppercut.
Garcia letting Lagamdeov take a breather here.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Garcia.
Garcia is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD#
Lagamdeov has clasped his hands together around Garcia's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Garcia tries to buck Lagamdeov off but Lagamdeov is having none of it.
Lagamdeov working away.
Garcia is trying to get back to his feet.
Lagamdeov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Garcia can do to turn this around?#T2#
Garcia sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Lagamdeov wants to work for an arm triangle but Garcia is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#ES2#
Garcia kicks off Lagamdeov and gets to his feet.
Miguel Garcia is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Garcia is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Lagamdeov is looking to counter punch.
Garcia is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Lagamdeov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Lagamdeov doesn't manage to clinch there - Garcia circles away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Garcia! But no joy.
Lagamdeov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Garcia manages to avoid it.#T3#
Garcia doesn't manage to clinch there - Lagamdeov circles away.
Lagamdeov throws a big counter combination but Garcia scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#TD#
Lagamdeov closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Lagamdeov throws an elbow but Garcia slips to the side and avoids it well.
Garcia is pushing Lagamdeov's head away, looking to escape. Lagamdeov manages to hold on to the position though.
Garcia tries to control but Lagamdeov manages to take his back.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Lagamdeov controlling the positon.#SUB#
Garcia is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Lagamdeov cracks Garcia with a big shot to body and one to the head - really punishing Garcia from the back mount here, looking to soften him up.
#T4#
Lagamdeov is punishing Garcia with some ground and pound.
Lagamdeov biding his time, looking for the opening.
Garcia is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Garcia looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Lagamdeov punishes Garcia with strikes from the back mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Usmir Lagamdeov dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Garcia tries to clinch but Lagamdeov moves out of range.
The fight stays on the outside here - Garcia looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Garcia moves to clinch but Lagamdeov breaks away
and Lagamdeov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lagamdeov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Garcia tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lagamdeov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lagamdeov feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Lagamdeov throws a nice inside leg kick.
Garcia takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Garcia has closed the distance and engaged Lagamdeov in a clinch.
Garcia creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Garcia pushes off an throws an elbow but Lagamdeov leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Lagamdeov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Garcia fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#T1#
Lagamdeov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Lagamdeov misses with an uppercut.
Garcia tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Lagamdeov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Garcia tries to clinch up but Lagamdeov circles away and keeps his distance.
Garcia tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Lagamdeov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Garcia tries to clinch but Lagamdeov moves out of range.
Lagamdeov thinks about countering with a body kick.
Garcia tries to clinch but Lagamdeov moves out of range.
Lagamdeov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Jab, jab by Lagamdeov - just one landing.
Garcia tries to close the distance and clinch but Lagamdeov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Lagamdeov appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Garcia tries to clinch up but Lagamdeov circles away and keeps his distance.
Garcia wants to clinch.
Lagamdeov throwing a counter right hand but Garcia manages to avoid it.#T2##TD#
Lagamdeov closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Garcia to the mat! Garcia manages to get full guard.
Lagamdeov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Lagamdeov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Lagamdeov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Usmir Lagamdeov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Lagamdeov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Garcia keeping moving, preventing Lagamdeov from controlling successfully.
Garcia working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lagamdeov.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#T3#
Lagamdeov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Lagamdeov stops Garcia from standing up. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
The fight stays on the outside here - Garcia looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
It looked like Lagamdeov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lagamdeov will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Garcia is looking to clinch but Lagamdeov is avoiding it.
Lagamdeov looks to throw the jab but Garcia is out of range.
Lagamdeov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Garcia is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#TD#
Lagamdeov shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Garcia's guard.
Garcia is looking to stand up but Lagamdeov isn't so interested in that idea.
Miguel Garcia has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lagamdeov is pushing down on Garcia's leg trying to pass to half guard. Garcia is fighting to maintain full guard but Lagamdeov has managed to sneak the leg through.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lagamdeov is taking a breather. Garcia 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.#SUB2#
Garcia actively working from the bottom here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Usmir Lagamdeov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Lagamdeov, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Paul Gruel scores the fight 30:27
Judge Josh West scores the fight 30:27
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Usmir Lagamdeov!
After winning the bout, Usmir Lagamdeov 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:
SMASH: Erdogan vs Barkley
Date: Oct 01, 2023 |
#R1#
Peace swings for the body but Shoenfeld moves out of range.
Shoenfeld feinted with a counter takedown.
Peace ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Shoenfeld moves away.
Peace swings away with a body shot that misses
#TD#
and Shoenfeld counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Shoenfeld pushing down on Peace's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Shoenfeld trying to pass the guard but Peace defending well.
Shoenfeld works his foot free and advances to mount.
Shoenfeld trying to control but he's not successful this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shoenfeld controlling the pace for now. #T1#
Peace regains half guard.#SUB#
Shoenfeld in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Peace tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Shoenfeld!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Brett Shoenfeld!
An out of breath and clearly excited Brett Shoenfeld thanked Voodoo Nutrition for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
SSG 208 McCain vs Feet
Date: Oct 01, 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 Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 8 losses; Ragnar Lothbrok! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 9 losses; Sardon Heliogabale!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Gregory Folan and Dillan Fox.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Lothbrok gets tackled into the cage by Heliogabale. Heliogabale maintains the clinch.
Heliogabale wants a takedown.
#TD2#
Heliogabale ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Heliogabale no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Heliogabale throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Lothbrok tries to free his leg and advance position but Heliogabale is retaining full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lothbrok has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Heliogabale is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lothbrok (0) vs (2) Heliogabale
Heliogabale is pushing down on Lothbrok's leg trying to pass to half guard. Lothbrok is fighting to maintain full guard but Heliogabale has managed to sneak the leg through.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Lothbrok looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Heliogabale wants to control but Lothbrok is keeping him busy.
Heliogabale looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Lothbrok might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T1##SUB2#
Heliogabale is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Lothbrok has managed to free his arm - good work.
Heliogabale tries to pass to full mount but Lothbrok defends it. #SUB#
Lothbrok looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Lothbrok wants to improve his position but Heliogabale is controlling well.
Heliogabale is keen to just control but Lothbrok is a slippery customer.
Lothbrok is looking to get back to full guard here but Heliogabale has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Lothbrok (0) vs (5) Heliogabale
Heliogabale wants to control but Lothbrok is keeping him busy. #T2##SUB2#
Heliogabale wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Lothbrok, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Heliogabale wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Lothbrok, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Heliogabale tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Heliogabale has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Heliogabale is trying to get an arm triangle but Lothbrok is defending well.
Lothbrok tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Heliogabale wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Lothbrok sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T3#
Lothbrok won't allow Heliogabale to pass to mount.
Heliogabale working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Lothbrok's thigh. Lothbrok counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Heliogabale stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lothbrok swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Heliogabale trying to control the position from guard on top but Lothbrok is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Lothbrok is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Lothbrok looking for a guillotine here but Heliogabale defends easily.
#SUB#
Lothbrok has his foot on Heliogabale's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Heliogabale works his way back into a safe position though.#T4#
Heliogabale advances to half guard. #SUB#
Lothbrok is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Heliogabale pulls his head out easily.
Heliogabale wants to free his trapped foot but Lothbrok is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Lothbrok wants to get back to full guard.
Heliogabale wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lothbrok keeps working. #SUB#
Lothbrok looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Heliogabale trying to mount his opponent but Lothbrok defends it.
Lothbrok is staying active underneath Heliogabale, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Lothbrok is looking to improve his position.
Heliogabale wants to control but Lothbrok is keeping him busy. #T5#
Lothbrok tries to get to full guard but Heliogabale has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Heliogabale is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Heliogabale seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Lothbrok does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Heliogabale seems to be looking for submissions.
Heliogabale trying to mount his opponent but Lothbrok defends it. #SUB#
Lothbrok is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Heliogabale pulls his head out easily.
Heliogabale trying to pass the guard but Lothbrok defending well. #T6#
Heliogabale is trying to control the action in half guard but Lothbrok is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Lothbrok is looking for a sweep. Heliogabale is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Lothbrok looking for submissions off his back.
Heliogabale wants to pass the guard but Lothbrok is defending well. #SUB#
Lothbrok is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Heliogabale pulls his head out easily.
Heliogabale wants to pass the guard but Lothbrok is defending well.
Lothbrok gets full guard.
Lothbrok keeping full guard, as Heliogabale tries to pass. #SUB#
Lothbrok is looking for a triangle but Heliogabale pushes his legs off easily.
#T7#
Heliogabale passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Lothbrok (0) vs (8) Heliogabale
Heliogabale wants to control but Lothbrok is keeping him busy.
Lothbrok gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Heliogabale not doing much here.
Lothbrok is staying active underneath Heliogabale, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Heliogabale trying to mount his opponent but Lothbrok defends it.
Heliogabale uses his free foot to push down on Lothbrok's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Lothbrok. Score +3 for passing guard: Lothbrok (0) vs (11) Heliogabale#T8#
Heliogabale can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Lothbrok is looking to escape.
Lothbrok is looking to get to half guard.#SUB2#
Heliogabale looking to isolate an arm here. Lothbrok doesn't see it coming and as Heliogabale extends the arm, he's forced to tap out! Nice submission by Heliogabale!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sardon Heliogabale!
A very excited looking Sardon Heliogabale 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:
SSG 208 McCain vs Feet
Date: Oct 01, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Chad Wellington! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Juanito Santos!
The judges for this bout are Alec Ball, Gregory Folan and Dillan Fox.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Wellington fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Wellington wants to clinch#TD2#
and Santos counters with a single leg into guard. Wellington didn't expect that. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Wellington (0) vs (2) Santos#SUB2#
Santos drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Santos jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Santos drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Santos jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Santos 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. #SUB#
Wellington escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Santos gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Wellington throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Santos won't allow Wellington to sweep him here.
Santos works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T1##SUB2#
Santos is working for a submission of some sort.
Wellington wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Santos is looking for a kimura but Wellington is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Santos to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Santos is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Wellington is just riding it out for now. Santos eventually gives up the hold.
Wellington is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Santos is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Wellington is just riding it out for now. Santos eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Santos is working for a kimura but Wellington is defending it quite comfortably.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2##SUB#
Wellington looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Santos is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Wellington sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Santos is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Wellington defends it well. #SUB2#
Santos is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Wellington is just riding it out for now. Santos eventually gives up the hold.
Wellington trying to hold on to Santos's head to control him but Santos postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3##SUB2#
Santos is trying to work for a kimura but Wellington is defending well.
#SUB#
Wellington has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Santos. Oh but Wellington has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Santos goes limp - he's gone! Wellington jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Chad Wellington! |
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Event:
TL Fight Night 23
Date: Sep 30, 2023 |
#R1#
Johnson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Johnson cracks Snyder with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#KD2#
Johnson lands a big uppercut and Snyder crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Snyder looks OK. Johnson waves Snyder back to his feet!#CUT2#It looks like Joshua Snyder has been cut.
and Johnson counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts Snyder! He's just covering up as Johnson starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mike Johnson!
Mike Johnson very nearly forgot to thank Uncle Rufus Clothing .Co amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you. |
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Event:
SSG 205 Majere vs Tosanesti
Date: Sep 24, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 13 losses; Glen Barnes! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Juanito Santos!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Robert Twigg and Chris Downing.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Barnes is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Santos tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#TD2#
Santos closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Barnes to the mat! Barnes manages to get full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Barnes (0) vs (2) Santos#SUB2#
Santos thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Barnes pulls Santos in close to prevent any damage.
Barnes is trying to control the position but Santos postures up.
Santos works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
Santos is working for a submission of some sort.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Barnes keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barnes gets back to full guard.
#T1#
Barnes looking for a sweep. Not yet Barnes, not yet. #SUB2#
Santos thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Barnes working a defensive guard here.
Barnes keeping full guard, as Santos tries to pass. #SUB2#
Santos 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. #SUB2#
Santos drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Santos jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Santos has gone for a leg lock! Barnes slips out almost immediately though and dives into Santos's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Barnes (2) vs (2) Santos#SUB2#
Santos is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Barnes defends well.
Barnes has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Santos working for a triangle but Barnes defends it easily.
#T2#
Barnes's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Santos keeping full guard, as Barnes tries to pass.
Barnes not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Barnes seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Santos for as long as he can get away with.#SUB2#
Santos throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Barnes trying to control but Santos is working from the bottom.
Barnes sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T3##SUB2#
Santos throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Santos keeping moving, preventing Barnes from controlling successfully.
Barnes content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Santos working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Barnes doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Barnes manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Santos is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Barnes is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Santos is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Barnes slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T4##SUB2#
Santos working for a triangle but Barnes defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Santos has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Barnes can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Santos had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Barnes defends it easily.
Barnes passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Barnes (5) vs (2) Santos
Santos manages to work his way to half guard, despite Barnes's best efforts.#SUB2#
Santos actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Barnes is working for a submission of some sort.
#T5##SUB#
Barnes is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Santos has managed to free his arm - good work.
Barnes is keen to just control but Santos is a slippery customer.
Barnes not doing much here.
Barnes is trying to control the action in half guard but Santos is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Santos is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Barnes pulls his head out easily.
Barnes moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Barnes (8) vs (2) Santos
Barnes gets to mount! Santos was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Barnes (10) vs (2) Santos
Santos tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T6#
Barnes trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Santos is wriggling around trying to escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Barnes tries to control but Santos wriggling away.
Barnes sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #SUB#
Barnes looking for a guillotine from mount but Santos is having none of it.
Santos is in all sorts of trouble here.
Santos bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Barnes (10) vs (4) Santos
Santos stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Barnes swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T7##SUB2#
Santos drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Barnes dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Barnes (12) vs (4) Santos
Barnes advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Barnes (15) vs (4) Santos
Barnes passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Santos! Score +2 for reaching mount: Barnes (17) vs (4) Santos
Santos is looking to get to half guard.
Barnes content just to control the position here.
Santos bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Barnes (17) vs (6) Santos
Barnes is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Barnes pulls Santos in close to prevent any damage.
We've been informed that Santos has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#SUB2#
Santos drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Santos jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T8##SUB2#
Santos thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Santos is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Barnes is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Barnes has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Barnes (19) vs (6) Santos#SUB2#
Santos has his foot on Barnes's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Barnes works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Barnes got a little sloppy there for a moment and Santos has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Barnes has managed to get both his arms back between Santos's legs - danger averted.
Barnes wants to control from the top but Santos keeps moving.
Barnes 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. #SUB2#
Santos is looking for a triangle here but Barnes uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Barnes (22) vs (6) Santos#T9#
Santos tries to improve position but can't.
Barnes content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Santos is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Barnes's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB2#
Santos looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Barnes seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Barnes wants to work for an arm triangle but Santos is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Barnes is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T10#
Barnes wants to lay and pray for a moment but Santos keeps working. #SUB2#
Santos is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Barnes pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Barnes is looking for a kimura but Santos is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Barnes to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Santos looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Barnes is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Barnes is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Santos has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Santos looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T11##SUB#
Barnes is working for a kimura but Santos is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Santos looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Santos is looking for a sweep. Barnes is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Santos actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Santos actively working from the bottom here.
Santos looks winded!
Santos is not content to let Barnes control the position.
Well, if Barnes 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.
#T12##SUB#
Barnes is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Santos looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Santos won't allow Barnes to pass to mount.
Barnes frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Barnes (25) vs (6) Santos
Santos slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Barnes wants to pass to mount but Santos is defending the position.
Barnes wants to control but Santos is keeping him busy. #T13##SUB2#
Santos actively working from the bottom here.
Well, if Barnes 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.
Barnes prevents Santos from improving his position.#SUB#
Santos is defending against the submission attempts here by Barnes.
Barnes seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB2#
Santos is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Barnes pulls his head out easily. #T14#
Barnes slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB2#
Santos is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Barnes pulls his head out easily.
Barnes is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Santos! Score +3 for passing guard: Barnes (28) vs (6) Santos
Barnes controlling the pace for now.
Santos regains half guard.#SUB#
Barnes is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Santos is just riding it out for now. Barnes eventually gives up the hold.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Santos actively working from the bottom here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Barnes takes the fight on points by 28 to 6. |
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Event:
TL Fight Night 21
Date: Sep 16, 2023 |
#R1#
Santos misses with a lunging right hand
#KD2#
and Asby counters with a crisp right hand that drops Santos! Asby lets Santos back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Asby slips a straight right by Santos.
Santos throws out a loose jab but Asby uses good head movement to avoid it.
Santos swings widly with a right hand
and Asby counters with a stiff right hand. #ROC2#Santos is rocked!
Santos throws the left hand but Asby avoids the punch easily.
Oh Santos is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Santos swings widly with a right hand
and Asby counters with a right hand from hell and Santos is out cold! A vicious knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Bjorn Asby! |
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Event:
SPFT #10
Date: Sep 10, 2023 |
#R1#
Pollio bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#CUT#It looks like Peetu Tam has been cut.
Pollio throws out a loose jab but Tam uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pollio tries for a takedown but Tam sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Pollio tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tam paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Pollio stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Tam.
Pollio takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#TD2#
Tam looking to score a takedown here. Pollio is defending well but Tam drives through and ends up in Pollio's guard.
Tam is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Tam with a flurry of punches that miss.
Pollio doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Pollio thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Tam stays in close to Pollio's body and controls the position.
Pollio knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Tam on the ground.
Pollio striking off his back but it's not causing Tam any problems.
Pollio on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Pollio tries to get out of the position.
Tam is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Pollio has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tam can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T1#
Tam is in close to Pollio's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Tam scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Pollio trying to strike off his back.
Tam is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Tam's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Tam keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Pollio's head.
Tam controlling from the top position.
Pollio looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#SUB#
Pollio is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Tam is aware though and is defending well.
Tam is stalling in the full guard.
Tam is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Tam has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T2#
Pollio doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tam not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Tam trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Tam's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Pollio lands a decent shot there.
Tam trying to control the position from guard on top but Pollio is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tam works over Pollio with some ground and pound from guard.
Pollio wants to sweep here but Tam controlling him for the moment.
Pollio throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Tam slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T3#
Pollio is looking to stand up but Tam isn't so interested in that idea.
Tam postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Tam stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Pollio swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tam is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Tam passes Pollio's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Tam has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Tam raining down shots from the mount!
Pollio trying to punch from the bottom. They're landing but they're really not going to hurt Tam.
Tam trying to control but Pollio is having none of it. #T4#
Tam postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Pollio looks a forlorn figure.
#CUT2#It looks like Lysander Pollio has been cut.
Pollio is in a horrible position here. Tam smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Tam connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
#ROC2#Pollio is rocked!#CUT2#Lysander Pollio's cut is getting worse.
Tam with shots to the head and body - Pollio looks very uncomfortable down there.
Oh Pollio is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#CUT2#Lysander Pollio's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tam lands a big shot to the head and Pollio winces in pain. He's tapped out due to strikes!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Peetu Tam!
An out of breath Peetu Tam 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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