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Event:
GFC 60: Bailey vs Project 2
Date: Dec 24, 2016 |
#R1#
Bailey wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bailey misses the shot to the body.
Bailey swinging wildly here.
Bailey throws a body punch but Project moves out of range.
Project fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#CL#
Bailey has managed to clinch.
Bailey misses with a punch on the inside.
Project being controlled against the cage.
Bailey tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A frustrated look appears on Project's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Bailey tries to score a body lock takedown but Project shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#T1#
Bailey scores with a shot to the side of Project's head. #CUT#
It looks like Convicted Project has been cut.
Project is trying to pull guard but Bailey has him pressed against the cage.
Project pressing his opponent against the cage.
A right hand to the body from Bailey.
Bailey is working Project over against the cage.
Project tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Bailey smiles and moves away.
Billy Bailey has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Convicted Project.
Bailey blocks a head kick by Project.
Bailey dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bailey scores with a body shot.
Project slips a jab and a cross from Bailey.
Project gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Project takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
Project takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Bailey connects with a right hand. Project shakes it off.
Billy Bailey is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
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!
Bailey swings for the body but Project moves out of range.
Project shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bailey but Bailey pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Bailey 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.
Project gets cracked there but stands up to it.
#CUT#
That has opened up Convicted Project's cut even more.#CL#
Bailey has Project up against the cage in a clinch.
A hook to the body from Bailey.
Project tries to pull guard but Bailey forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Bailey presses Project against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Bailey has a couple of punches blocked by Project.
#T3#
Project blocking some punches.
Bailey blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bailey lands a hook that snaps the head of Project backwards. #TD2#
Project pulls guard successfully.
Project controls Bailey momentarily but Bailey frees himself.
Project is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Bailey is controlling him.
Bailey controls from within his opponent's guard.
Bailey tries to stand but Project is controlling from the bottom. #T4#
Project has Bailey pulled in close to control his posture.
Project striking off his back but it's not causing Bailey any problems.
Project looking to control.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bailey slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Project misses with a head kick.
Project has a takedown stuffed.
Project tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Bailey scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Project doesn't seem bothered though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Billy Bailey dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Convicted Project's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Project moves out of range as Bailey strikes.
Convicted Project is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Project dives in and grabs Bailey's left leg, looking for a takedown. Bailey pushes down on Project's head and hops out.
Billy Bailey is winning the standup battle so far.
Bailey jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bailey's corner calls for a 1-2. Bailey obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Bailey throws a sloppy body shot
#TD2#
and Project counters with a single leg into guard. Bailey didn't expect that.
Bailey is adopting a defensive guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bailey wants to sweep but no luck.
Bailey is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Project can do to turn this around?#T1#
Project passes Bailey's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Project is looking to take a break and control but Bailey is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bailey is doing well to control the position and prevent Project from advancing to side control.
Bailey wants to get back to full guard.
Bailey keeping hold of Project's head, controlling as best he can.
Bailey slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Project in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Project stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bailey swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Project slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Project tries to advance to mount but Bailey denies him. #SUB2#
Project is trying to get an arm triangle but Bailey is defending well.
Bailey is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Phoenix Mixed Martial Arts, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T3#
Bailey can't do much from the bottom here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bailey is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Bailey can't do much from the bottom here. #T4#
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.
A lull in the action here.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Project gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Bailey counters with a three punch combo that has Project backing up. Project nods at Bailey to acknowledge the strikes.
Bailey lands a slapping body shot.
Project goes for a double leg but Bailey avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bailey continues to drive forward.
Billy Bailey has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Convicted Project.
Bailey lands with a right hand.
Project shoots in but Bailey avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Project looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Project has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bailey finds it's way round the side to connect with Project's head.
Project changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bailey tries to avoid it but Project manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bailey to the ground. Bailey escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Billy Bailey dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Convicted Project's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R3#
Bailey scores with a sloppy right hand. Project should have avoided that one.
Bailey throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bailey moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromProject.
Nice defenses there by Project.
Project has his takedown stuffed
and Bailey counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Project fails to land the takedown.
Bailey fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Project manages to avoid it.#CL#
Bailey has Project up against the cage in a clinch.
Bailey throws a head punch that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bailey misses with a short punch on the inside.
Project wants to take the fight to the mat but Bailey manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Billy Bailey has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Convicted Project.
Bailey lands a nice shot to the body. #T1#
Bailey working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Project blocks a body shot from Bailey.
Bailey lands a hook that snaps the head of Project backwards.
Project tries to break the clinch but Bailey is controlling the position.
Bailey misses with a hook to the ribs.
The referee is keeping an eye on Bailey - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Project has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Bailey after a bit of a struggle.
Bailey cracks Project with a nice body shot.
Bailey lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Project blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bailey throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Projects head.
Bailey swings wildly with an uppercut but Project uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Bailey tries to work over Project's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Project looking to stall.
Bailey lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Project backwards.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bailey.
Bailey lands a nice uppercut.
Project tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bailey scores with a shot to the side of Project's head. #BC#
Bailey breaks from the clinch.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Project.#T3#
Bailey throws a right and a left that both miss.
Bailey ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Project moves away.
Billy Bailey seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bailey misses with a double jab.
Project will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Bailey works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Project with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bailey to score with a decent uppercut.
Project gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bailey.#CUT#
The cut above Convicted Project's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Project walks into a left hand.
Bailey lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
A slow jab from Bailey misses its intended target.
Bailey is looking to clinch.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Project is defended easily by Bailey.
Project takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Bailey stuns Project with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T4#
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!
Project defending well as Bailey loads up on a big left hand.
Project takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bailey throws a body shot but no joy.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Project.
Project fails with a takedown attempt.
A left lands for Bailey.
Project fails to land the takedown.
Bailey throwing a counter right hand but Project manages to avoid it.
Bailey swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Billy Bailey clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Convicted Project's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R4#
Project ducks under a wild hook from Bailey.#CL#
Bailey drives through and clinches with Project against the cage.
Bailey lands a body punch.
Project tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Bailey smiles and moves away.
Bailey throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A right-left combo lands from Bailey.
Bailey smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Bailey scores with the left hand. Project knows he should have avoided that one. #ROC#
Project is rocked!#CUT#
Convicted Project's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Bailey wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Project is still on wobbly legs! Can Bailey finish him?
Project fails with an attempt to clinch.
Bailey paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Bailey ducks down into range and throws a picture perfect right hook that connects with Project's jaw. Project's eyes stare off into space as he falls to the mat, out cold! Bailey does the decent thing and steps back, rather than landing any shots to his unconscious opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 4, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Billy Bailey!
Billy Bailey retains his middleweight title!
Billy Bailey took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Urban Fighter for their support in the buildup to the fight.
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Event:
GFC 53: Hoyce vs Virastuk
Date: Nov 23, 2016 |
#R1#
Poorly lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Project swats away the attempt to clinch by Poorly.
Drew Poorly seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Project gets tackled into the cage by Poorly. Poorly maintains the clinch.
Poorly swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#BC2#
Poorly escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Project will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Poorly looks to clinch #TD#
and Project counters with a takedown into side control. #SU#
Project stands up. #CL#
Project moves into the clinch.
Project blocks a body shot from Poorly.
Poorly lands a shot to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Poorly has a couple of punches blocked by Project.
#BC#
Project escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T1#
Poorly stuffs the takedown.#TD#
Project shoots in and bounces Poorly off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Poorly wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Project manages to pass to side control. #REVB#
Project prevents Poorly from improving his position.
Project thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Poorly's head. #SU#
Project stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being. #T2#
Poorly fails in his attempt to clinch.
Poorly closes the distance but Project moves to the side #TD#
and Project counters with a takedown into side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Project content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #SU#
Project stands up and beckons Poorly to his feet.
Poorly ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Project moves away.
Project gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL2#
and Poorly counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Convicted Project. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Project tries to pull guard but Poorly won't allow it.
Project stalls. #T3##BC#
Project escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Project slips a straight right by Poorly.
Poorly throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Project shoots in looking for a takedown but Poorly manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Project's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#TD#
Project closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Project lands in his opponent's guard.
Poorly wants to sweep but no luck.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Project accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Project trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Poorly trying to keep a closed guard but Project is proving a slippery customer.
#T4#
Project controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Project wants to pass the guard but Poorly is keeping the position.
Poorly tries to land a sweep but no joy. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Project takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Poorly tries to clinch there but Project circles away.
Poorly thows a left - swing and a miss!
Project looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Poorly is fending him off so far but Project persists. Nope, Poorly circles away and we're back to standing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Convicted Project will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##CL#
Project moves into the clinch successfully.
Poorly tries a body shot but Project blocks it.
Poorly misses with a punch to the body.
Poorly goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Poorly letting Project take a breather here.
Poorly scores with a hook to the body.
Poorly struggles to land a body shot inside as Project controls his hands.
#TD#
Project ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Project no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Convicted Project overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Project wants to stand and escape but Poorly is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Poorly trying to control the position from guard on top but Project is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Project seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T1#
Project wants to sweep but no luck.
Project is working hard here to advance position.
Poorly is fighting to break Project's control of his arms but Project is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Drew Poorly is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The fight stays on the outside here - Poorly looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Project swats away the attempt to clinch by Poorly.
Project looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#CL2#
Poorly forces Project back against the cage and clinches.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Poorly.
Project fails to pull guard.
Project prevents a body shot from Poorly.
Poorly working aggressively here.
Poorly struggles to land a body shot inside as Project controls his hands.
Project tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Poorly just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Convicted Project. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Project fails to pull guard.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Poorly.
Project jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Poorly walks away with a smile on his face. Project gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Poorly scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Project fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T3#
Poorly tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Project paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Poorly is looking to clinch.
Poorly tries to clinch up.
Project fails with a takedown attempt.
Poorly misses with a wild body shot.
No luck for Project with that takedown attempt.
Project keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Poorly lands an overhand right.
Poorly wants to clinch up but Project keeps it at a distance.#CL#
Project forces Poorly back against the cage and clinches.
Poorly swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Poorly lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Project backwards. #T4#
Poorly has a couple of punches blocked by Project.
Poorly working aggressively here.
Project is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Poorly to keep the fight standing.
Poorly tries to stall but Project uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Poorly tries to throw a body punch but Project avoids it by throwing Poorly back against the cage.
Poorly throws a punch but it's blocked by Project.
Poorly working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Poorly.
Poorly throws a head punch that misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A shot in the inside from Poorly.
Project wants to break the clinch but can't.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Poorly misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Poorly misses with a hook from the clinch.
Project jumps guard but Poorly stands there with Project around his waist. Project gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Project blocking some punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Drew Poorly showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3##CL#
Project closes the distance and pushes Poorly back into the cage.
Poorly has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Poorly tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Poorly misses with a short punch on the inside.
Good body shot from Poorly.
#TD#
Project has hold of one of Poorly's legs. Poorly is fighting the takedown attempt but Project gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.#SU#
Project stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Poorly tries to clinch up.
Project throws a sloppy head kick and Poorly moves out of range easily. #CL#
Project moves into the clinch.
Poorly tries to work over Project's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Project pulls guard.
Project seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Poorly wants to control from the top but Project keeps moving. #T1#
Project manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Poorly manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Project sitting in guard here, content to control. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Project is looking to work some ground and pound but Poorly has wrist control.
Project passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Project looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Poorly is avoiding damage well.
Project passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Poorly!
Project avoids the attempt from Poorly to control.#T3#
Poorly is just holding on here. Project manages to take his back.
Project just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Project throwing damaging strikes from the back! Poorly could be in trouble here!
#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Project looking to soften up his opponent with punches.
Project has his opponent trapped and is landing shots. Not a good position for Poorly.
Project trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Poorly doesn't escape. #SUB#
Project has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB#
Project is looking for the choke from the back position but Poorly is controlling his hands well.
Poorly really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Project. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Project is working for the choke. He's slipped one arm under the chin. Poorly has to defend the other arm for all he's worth... but Project has managed to get that arm free too and he's tightening the choke! Poorly taps out and looks absolutely disgusted with himself. Project doesn't care though - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Convicted Project!
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Event:
GFC 47: Horse vs Hoyce
Date: Oct 29, 2016 |
#R1#
A low kick from Project misses
and Bailey counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT#
It looks like Convicted Project has been cut.
We've been told by Bailey's head coaches at Phoenix Mixed Martial Arts that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#CL2#
Project clinches with his opponent.
Project tries to work over Bailey's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bailey keeps control of Project as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Bailey lands a body punch.
A short left from Bailey.
Project is trying to force a seperation but Bailey has the dominant position.
Bailey fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short uppercut from Bailey.
Bailey digs a right hand underneath Project's ribcage. Project let out a lung full of air as it connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bailey lands with a right to the head.
Bailey throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Projects head.
Bailey lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Project.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bailey.
Project blocking some punches.
#T1#
Bailey just leaning against Project, taking a breather.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bailey.
Bailey throws a punch but it's blocked by Project.
Bailey lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bailey working aggressively here.
Bailey pushes Project back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bailey gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Project.
Bailey wants to take the fight to the mat but Project manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Project throws a punch but it's blocked by Bailey.
Bailey cracks Project with a nice body shot.
Project is trying to break the clinch but Bailey has him pressed against the cage. #T2##BC2#
Project escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bailey scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Project moves out of range of the strikes.
Bailey throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bailey stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bailey wants it to stay on the feet.
Bailey was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bailey connects with a body shot that sends Project's belly button to the back.
Project uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bailey.
Bailey misses with a looping left.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Project moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Bailey misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bailey fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Bailey is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bailey pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Good standup being displayed there by Bailey as he connects with a hook.#T3#
Bailey getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Bailey looks to land a left hand but Project moved out of range nicely.
Project tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Bailey misses with a looping left.
Bailey avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bailey thows a left - swing and a miss!
Project drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bailey defends it well.
Project misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bailey thows a left - swing and a miss!
Project misses with a takedown
and Bailey counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT#
That has opened up Convicted Project's cut even more.
Billy Bailey has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Convicted Project.
Bailey misses with a few strikes there.
Project on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Project is looking to clinch but Bailey is avoiding it.
Billy Bailey is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bailey dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
Project pushes Bailey up against the cage in a clinch.
Project has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Bailey after a bit of a struggle. #T4#
Good body shot from Bailey.
A shot in the inside from Bailey.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Project blocks a body shot from Bailey.
Bailey tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Project wants to break the clinch but can't.
Project wants a takedown but no success here.
A short body shot lands from Bailey as the two fighters clinch.
Bailey fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bailey lands a hook that snaps the head of Project backwards.
Project is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Bailey is defending well for now.
Project prevents a body shot from Bailey.
Bailey lands with a light punch inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Billy Bailey dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Convicted Project's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Bailey moves in looking to clinch but Project pushes him off.
Bailey misses with a straight right.
Bailey scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Project avoids the body shot from Bailey.
Bailey catches Project with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Bailey is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Project can do to turn this around?
Bailey scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Bailey throws a lazy uppercut
#TD2#
and Project counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Bailey!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Project is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Bailey's shoulder. That is not cool. #SUB2#
Project tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Project has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bailey struggling a bit here.
Bailey is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Project fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Bailey is trying to improve his position.
Project creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Bailey sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Project is looking to take a break and control but Bailey is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bailey is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Project is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Bailey is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Project wants to control but Bailey is keeping him busy.
Bailey struggling a bit here.
Project throwing strikes but missing, from side control. #T3#
Project is looking to take a break and control but Bailey is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SU2#
Project decides to stand up, so the ref orders Bailey to his feet.
Project shoots in for a double leg but Bailey sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Bailey scores with a three punch combo!
Bailey connects with a single shot there.#CUT#
The cut above Convicted Project's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Bailey lands the left hand.#TD2#
Project looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#ES#
Bailey pushes Project off and gets back to his feet.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Project takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Bailey scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Project doesn't seem bothered though.
Jab by Bailey.
Bailey scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bailey lunges at Project with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Project's hand.
Convicted Project is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bailey lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Bailey wants to clinch
and Project counters with a two punch combo.
Project avoids the body shot from Bailey.
Bailey throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Project tries to clinch up but Bailey circles away and keeps his distance.
Project avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Billy Bailey seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Project uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bailey.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Billy Bailey dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Convicted Project's cut.
That's time! Bailey's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3#
Bailey misses with a body shot.
Project misses with a takedown
and Bailey counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Project thinking.
Bailey throws a lazy uppercut
#CL2#
and Project counters by moving into the clinch.
Project blocks an uppercut.
Bailey lands a nice uppercut.
Project blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A left hand lands to the body for Bailey.
Project tries to pull guard but Bailey won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Project blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A frustrated look appears on Project's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Bailey lands a nice shot to the body.
Bailey throws a punch but it's blocked by Project. #T1#
Bailey misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bailey misses with a hook to the ribs.
Project is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Project is trying to pull guard but Bailey turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Billy Bailey has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Convicted Project.
Bailey misses with a hook from the clinch.
Project blocking some punches.
Bailey throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Projects head. #TD2#
Project manages to pull guard.
Bailey being controlled here momentarily.
Bailey tries to free his leg and advance position but Project is retaining full guard. #T2##SUB2#
Project is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Convicted Project has got the better of the ground game so far.
Bailey sitting in guard here, content to control.
Project is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Bailey sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Project looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bailey is one step ahead there. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Bailey scores with a body shot.
Bailey misses with a body shot.
Billy Bailey is winning the standup battle so far.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bailey.
Bailey jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL#
Bailey has managed to clinch.
Project prevents a body shot from Bailey.
Project throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Project wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Bailey has him pressed against the cage.#T4#
Bailey prevents the takedown attempt.
Bailey working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Bailey pushes Project back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Project tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Bailey just stands there and leans against the cage.
Bailey swings wildly with an uppercut but Project uses good head movement to avoid it.
Billy Bailey has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Bailey tries to throw a body punch but Project avoids it by throwing Bailey back against the cage.
Bailey swings wildly with an uppercut but Project uses good head movement to avoid it.
A nice left hand lands by Bailey.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Project blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bailey tries to throw a body punch but Project avoids it by throwing Bailey back against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Billy Bailey clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Convicted Project's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R4#
Bailey displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Project. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Project is trying to break the clinch but Bailey has him pressed against the cage. #TD2#
Project has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Bailey uses from the top position.
Bailey sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Bailey trying to control the position from guard on top but Project is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Project wants to sweep but no luck.
Bailey is fighting to break Project's control of his arms but Project is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Bailey has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Project looking to control.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Project is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Bailey not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#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.
Bailey looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Project trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Project pushes down on Bailey's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Bailey is trying to get back to full guard.#T3##SUB2#
Project is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Bailey defends it well.
Project prevents Bailey from improving his position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bailey misses with a body shot.
Bailey throws a big shot that misses.
Bailey leaves Project with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Project takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T4#
Project takes one to the chin there.
Project moves out of range of the strikes.
Bailey moves in looking to clinch but Project pushes him off.
Project uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bailey.
Project defending well as Bailey loads up on a big left hand.
Bailey ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Project moves away.
Bailey scores with a body shot.
Project tries to land a front kick but Bailey steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Bailey looks to clinch #TD2#
and Project counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Project being controlled here momentarily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Project stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bailey swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close fourth round but I would say that Billy Bailey will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Convicted Project's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5#
Project takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Project throws a head kick that misses
and Bailey counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bailey closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Project misses with a leg kick.
Bailey dips to his left and cracks Project with an uppercut!
Bailey uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Project has time to react.
Bailey thuds a left hand into Project's body.
Bailey throws a body shot but no joy.
Despite the aggression on Project's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Project shoots in for a takedown but Bailey shows good takedown defense.
Project uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bailey.
Project throws a counter combo.#CL#
Bailey fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Project, pushing him back against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Project tries to break the clinch but Bailey is controlling the position.
Bailey is leaning against Project and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#T1#
A short left from Bailey.
Bailey wants a takedown but no success here.
Project has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Bailey avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Bailey fails to land.
Bailey lands an uppercut.
Bailey throws a punch but it's blocked by Project.
Project jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Bailey walks away with a smile on his face. Project gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Billy Bailey has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Convicted Project.
Project shoots in looking for a takedown but Bailey manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Project's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Project is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Bailey swings for the body but Project moves out of range.
Bailey throws a shot from downtown. Project moves away and avoids it.#CL#
Bailey closes the distance and clinches.#T2#
Project tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Bailey smiles and moves away.
Bailey connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Project goes for a double leg but Bailey avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bailey continues to drive forward.
Project fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Bailey swings for the body but Project moves out of range.
Project counters with a body kick.
Bailey stuns Project with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#CL#
Bailey moves into the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bailey makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#CUT#
Convicted Project's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Bailey lands a left hand that snaps the head of Project backwards.
A right hook to the body lands for Bailey.
#T3#
Bailey stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Project's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Project blocks a body shot from Bailey.
Bailey prevents Project from breaking the clinch.
Billy Bailey is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Bailey swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bailey tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bailey doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Project tries for a takedown but Bailey manages to get underhooks.
#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Project has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Bailey avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Project wants to break the clinch but can't.
Project tries for a takedown. No joy.
A right handed body shot lands from Bailey.
Project missing with knees to the body.
Project wants a takedown but no success here.
Project goes for a takedown attempt but Bailey pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Project has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Bailey scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Project doesn't seem bothered though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Billy Bailey showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Bailey, 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 50:44
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 50:44
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 50:44
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Billy Bailey!
Billy Bailey retains his middleweight title!
An out of breath and clearly excited Billy Bailey thanked Urban Fighter for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
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Event:
GFC 43: Darrow vs Johnson
Date: Oct 02, 2016 |
#R1#
Project shoots in looking for a takedown. Poorly tries to sprawl out of it but Project keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Poorly manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
A little feinted left hand from Poorly on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Poorly throws out a loose jab but Project uses good head movement to avoid it.
Project steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Poorly.
Project tries a head kick but it misses.
Poorly lands a jab-cross combination. #CUT#
It looks like Convicted Project has been cut.#TD2#
Project manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Poorly on his heels. He'll look to pass Poorly's guard now, I'm sure.
Project looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Project is pushing down on Poorly's leg trying to pass to half guard. Poorly is fighting to maintain full guard but Project has managed to sneak the leg through.#T1#
Project sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Poorly defending well though.
Poorly wants to control but Project is keeping busy.
Project slows the pace down in half guard.
Poorly blocking the ground and pound attempt from Project.
Project sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Poorly wants to improve his position but Project is controlling well.
#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Project is looking to advance position but Poorly won't allow it.
Project moves nicely into side control.
Project misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Project happy to just control the position for now.
Poorly knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Project on the ground.
Poorly is trying to improve his position.#T3#
Project misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Project controls the position.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Convicted Project seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Poorly takes a swing at Project's ribcage but misses.
Project misses with the combination.
An attempted straight right counter from Poorly misses the target.
Project fails with the takedown
and Poorly counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
We've been told by Poorly's head coaches at Crucible that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#T4#
Poorly misses the jab.#TD2#
Project drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Project is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Project tries to free his leg and advance position but Poorly is retaining full guard.
Project in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Project controlling from the top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SU2#
Project gets to his feet. Poorly looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Convicted Project dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Convicted Project's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Project ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Project will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Poorly fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Poorly displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Project.
Poorly tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Project was well out of range. Poor timing from Poorly.
Poorly thows a left - swing and a miss!
Poorly throws a lazy right hand but Project sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Project takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Poorly throws out a powerful jab.
A big right from Poorly misses.
Poorly lands with a shot to the body. #T1#
Poorly pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Project drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Poorly defends it well.
Poorly misses with a straight right.
Poorly throws a hook to the side of Project's head but Project sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#CL2#
Poorly tries to keep at a distance but Project has taken the fight into the clinch.
Poorly swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Project fails to pull guard.
Drew Poorly has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Convicted Project.
Project keeps control of Poorly as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Project tries to score a body lock takedown but Poorly shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Poorly lands a body punch in the clinch.
Poorly lands a body punch in the clinch.
Poorly lands a body shot. #T2#
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Poorly is working Project over against the cage.
Poorly misses with a punch on the inside.
Poorly lands a left hand that snaps the head of Project backwards.
Project working aggressively here.
Project has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Poorly avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Project tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Poorly just stands there and leans against the cage.
Poorly is looking to break free of the clinch but Project has double underhooks.
Poorly working aggressively here.
#TD2#
Project manages to pull guard.
Project has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Project seems keen to control Poorly's posture.
Poorly trying to control the position from guard on top but Project is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Project is pulling down on Poorly's head to control his posture.
Poorly looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Project looking for a guillotine here but Poorly defends easily.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Project is on top in guard.
#REVB##T4#
Project throws a big elbow that misses.
Poorly looking for a sweep. Not yet Poorly, not yet.
Project engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Poorly looking for a sweep. Not yet Poorly, not yet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Drew Poorly dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Convicted Project's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Poorly uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Project.
Poorly appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Poorly throws a body punch but Project moves out of range.
Poorly rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Project moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#CL2#
Project drives through and clinches with Poorly against the cage.
Project tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Poorly smiles and moves away.
#TD2#
Project closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Project controlling the action here. #T1#
Poorly is trying to get back to full guard.
Project content to control rather than advance. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Project is continuing to stall.
Poorly keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Nice jab there from Poorly. #T3#
Project tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Poorly swivels and escapes.#TD2#
Project closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Poorly to the mat! Poorly manages to get full guard.
Project stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Poorly swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SU2#
Project stands up from Poorly's guard - Project perhaps looking for a knockout.
Poorly ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Project moves away.
Poorly dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Drew Poorly is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Project keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Poorly lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Poorly.
Project has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Project walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#T4#
Project shoots in and drives through. Poorly sprawls well.
Drew Poorly has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Convicted Project.
Poorly thows a left - swing and a miss!
Poorly looks to throw the jab but Project is out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD2#
Project closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Poorly quickly recovers to half guard.
Poorly is looking for a sweep. Project is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Project is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Project tries to pass to full mount but Poorly defends it.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Convicted Project.
I think Project has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 29:29
Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 28:29
The fight is ruled a draw!
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Event:
GFC 33: Svensson vs Bailey 2
Date: Aug 31, 2016 |
#R1#
Armstrong scores with a hook to the body. Project takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Project throws a head kick that misses.
Project ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Armstrong moves away.
Armstrong stuffs the takedown attempt from Project. Project gets slowly back to his feet.
Project takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Armstrong lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
#CUT#
It looks like Convicted Project has been cut.
Armstrong connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Nice shot by Armstrong.
Armstrong lands a two punch combo.
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!
Armstrong lands a two punch combo.
#CL2#
Project gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC2#
Project pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Armstrong lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Project at a distance.
Armstrong throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Project uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Armstrong.
Armstrong misses with a series of wild punches.
#T1#
Armstrong lands a right hook to the body.
Project has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Armstrong is looking to wear down Project with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Armstrong throws a body shot but no joy.
Armstrong connects with a body shot.
Armstrong lands a head shot.
Armstrong lands the left hand.
Armstrong connects with a body shot.
Project has a takedown stuffed.
Project rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Armstrong moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Hank Armstrong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Armstrong comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Armstrong lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Project at a distance.
Project avoids the body shot from Armstrong.
Armstrong lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Armstrong swings and misses with a shot to the body#CL2#
and Project counters by moving into the clinch. #TD2#
Project manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #T2#
Armstrong wants to control from the top but Project keeps moving.
Project avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
We've been hearing that Armstrong has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Project utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Project trying to control the position here.
Project looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Project has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB2#
Armstrong is sitting in close to Project's body. Project has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Armstrong is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Armstrong is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Project.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Convicted Project!
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Event:
TWGC 10 (265lbs, D2): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Mar 12, 2016 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Convicted Project and Maxim Bok. Bok has chosen Give It Revolution as his entrance music. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Convicted Project! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Maxim Bok!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Frank Antenori and Jack Bonds.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Project tries to sprawl but Bok drives through with a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Project (0) vs (2) Bok
Bok trying to mount his opponent but Project defends it.
Bok trying to control from Project's half guard. Project has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Bok trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Project manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Project (2) vs (2) Bok
Bok wants to control but Project passes easily into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bok wants to get back to full guard.
Bok is pressing down on Project's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Project has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bok escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Project gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Bok tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Project postures up.
Bok is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Bok wants to sweep but no luck.
Bok is still trying to improve position.
Bok wants to improve his position but instead Project has moved into half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bok tries to roll over but Project keeps him under control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bok trying to control but Project postures up.
Bok is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bok keeps trying to improve his position.
Bok manages to get to full guard.
Bok looking for a sweep. Not yet Bok, not yet.
Bok controls Project momentarily but Project frees himself.
Project controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Bok is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Project is pushing down on Bok's leg trying to pass to half guard. Bok is fighting to maintain full guard but Project has managed to sneak the leg through.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Bok wants to improve his position but Project is controlling well.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Project is looking to advance position but Bok won't allow it.
Bok gets back to full guard.
Bok wants to sweep here but Project controlling him for the moment.
Bok working for a triangle but Project defends it easily.
Bok has his feet on Project's thighs here. He's pushed Project off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Project screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Maxim Bok!
After winning the bout, Maxim Bok 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:
TWGC 10 (265lbs, D2): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Mar 11, 2016 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Convicted Project and Dory Raly. Dory Raly is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Convicted Project! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Dory Raly!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Jack Bonds and Timothy Bukovac.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Raly closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Project (0) vs (4) Raly
Project is not content to let Raly control the position.
Project definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Project is being controlled here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Raly wants to lay and pray for a moment but Project keeps working.
Raly is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
You can see the frustration on Project's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Project is being controlled here.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
It looks like Raly 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.
Project tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Raly trying to control the action but Project is working from the bottom.
Raly tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Raly has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Raly is looking to take a break and control but Project is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Raly just content to control the position.
Raly is looking to take a break and control but Project is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Project's face as Raly controls the position.
Project wants to control but Raly postures up.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here as Raly stalls from top position.
Raly wants to control but Project is keeping him busy.
Raly wants to take a breather but Project manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Raly.
Raly advances to half guard.
Raly is looking to pass Project's guard but actually Project recovers to full guard.
Raly tries to free his leg and advance position but Project is retaining full guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Raly controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Raly stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Project swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Raly pushing down on Project's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Raly is working for a kimura but Project is defending it quite comfortably.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Raly is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Project has managed to free his arm - good work.
Raly trying to pass the guard but Project defending well.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Raly is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Raly controlling from the top position.
Raly tries to free his leg and advance position but Project is retaining full guard.
Raly trying to control the position from guard on top but Project is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Project being controlled here, momentarily.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Raly trying to control the position from guard on top but Project is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Raly looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Raly trying to control the position from guard on top but Project is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Raly looking to sit in guard and control but Project gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Project (2) vs (4) Raly
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Project preventing the sweep.
Raly working a defensive guard here.
Raly looking to hit a scissor sweep but Project is one step ahead there.
Raly controls Project momentarily but Project frees himself.
Raly bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Project's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Project (2) vs (6) Raly
Raly trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Project being controlled here, momentarily.
Raly wants to pass the guard but Project is keeping the position.
Project is trying to control the position but Raly postures up.
Project can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Raly controls the pace.
Raly stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Project swivels though and keeps the full guard.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Project is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Raly trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Raly trying to control but Project is working from the bottom.
Raly is looking to pass into half guard but Project pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Project is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Project (4) vs (6) Raly
Raly looking for a sweep. Not yet Raly, not yet.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Raly is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Raly is trying to hold Project in close to prevent damage but Project has managed to pass into half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Raly is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Raly felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Raly gets back to full guard.
Raly wants to sweep here but Project controlling him for the moment.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Raly throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Project escapes and throws Raly's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Project (7) vs (6) Raly
Raly is looking for a sweep.
Raly wants to control but Project postures up.
Raly is looking for a sweep.
Raly struggling a bit here.
Raly tries to improve position but can't.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Raly is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Project is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Project (9) vs (6) Raly
Raly is working to get back to half guard.
Project tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Raly is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Raly regains half guard.
Raly is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Raly manages to get to full guard.
Project controls from within his opponent's guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Raly wants to hit a switch here but Project passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Raly there! Score +3 for passing guard: Project (12) vs (6) Raly
And that's the end of the fight!
Project takes the fight on points by 12 to 6. |
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