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Event:
TWGC 19 (265+lbs, D4): Finals - Round 2
Date: Dec 04, 2017 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Tom Tomson (ranked 22197 p4p, 213 weight class) and Kamden Jackson (ranked 3380 p4p, 402 weight class). Tomson comes into the arena with R-Swift- Awesome God blaring out of the sound system. Jackson has chosen Valparaiso as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Tom Tomson is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples... Tweaking his own nipples that is.
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 6 wins and 2 losses; Tom Tomson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 1 losses; Kamden Jackson!
The judges for this bout are Wagner Zegers, Saam Ante and Daniel Blasius.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Jackson shoots in for a takedown but Tomson shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Jackson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Tomson swivels and escapes.
Jackson has taken the fight to the clinch.
Jackson jumps guard and drags Tomson to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Jackson 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.
Jackson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Tomson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Tomson wants to pass the guard but Jackson is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jackson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tomson is one step ahead there.
Tomson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Tomson wants to pass the guard but Jackson is keeping the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Jackson wants to control but Tomson passes easily into half guard.
Jackson tries to roll over but Tomson keeps him under control.
Tomson frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Tomson (3) vs (0) Jackson
Tomson controlling from the full mount.
Tomson avoids the attempt from Jackson to control.
Jackson told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Jackson is in all sorts of trouble here.
Tomson is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Jackson to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Jackson shrugs it off.
Jackson keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jackson tries to lock up and control but Tomson gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tomson takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Jackson wants to control but Tomson is having none of it.
Jackson wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Tomson (6) vs (0) Jackson
Jackson tries to roll but Tomson sticks to his back.
Jackson just trying to survive but Tomson is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
You can see the frustration on Jackson's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Tomson working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Jackson tries to break free.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Tomson controlling the positon.
Jackson breaks Tomson's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tomson (6) vs (2) Jackson
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jackson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tomson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Jackson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Tomson is looking for a triangle but Jackson pushes his legs off easily.
Jackson slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Tomson (6) vs (5) Jackson
Jackson swings around for an armbar but Tomson sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Jackson's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tomson (8) vs (5) Jackson
Jackson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Tomson sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Jackson working for submissions but it's allowed Tomson to get to half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jackson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Jackson won't allow Tomson to pass to mount.
Jackson looking for submissions off his back.
Jackson is looking for a sweep. Tomson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Tomson takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Jackson actively working from the bottom here.
Tomson is figuring out what he wants to do next.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Jackson wants to get back to full guard.
Tomson sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Jackson actively working from the bottom here.
Jackson has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Tomson is working away from the top position though.
Jackson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tomson pulls his head out easily.
Jackson is not content to let Tomson control the position.
Jackson is defending against the submission attempts here by Tomson.
Tomson is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Jackson has managed to free his arm - good work.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Jackson makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Jackson.
Jackson has his foot on Tomson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tomson works his way back into a safe position though.
Tomson thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Tomson is sitting in close to Jackson's body. Jackson has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Tomson is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Tomson is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Jackson.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Kamden Jackson!
Kamden Jackson made sure to mention his sponsor, Mockstar Energy Drinks 160Q in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
TWGC 19 (265+lbs, D4): Finals - Round 1
Date: Dec 03, 2017 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Tom Tomson (ranked 22226 p4p, 204 weight class) and Tony Lenny (ranked 9003 p4p, 186 weight class). Tomson comes into the arena with R-Swift- Awesome God blaring out of the sound system. Lenny comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Rick Astley - Never Gonna Give You Up kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! On his way into the cage it seems that Tom Tomson has been attacked by a crazed fan! It looks like it might have been the just bleed guy! Luckily Tom Tomson seems to be OK! I thought that lunatic was in prison!?
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 5 wins and 2 losses; Tom Tomson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Tony Lenny!
The judges for this bout are Nard Betker, Paulsen Ambrosius and Saam Ante.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Lenny clinches.
Lenny is looking for a takedown.
Tomson tries to score a body lock takedown but Lenny shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Lenny can't get the takedown.
Lenny jumps guard and drags Tomson to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Tomson wants to control from the top but Lenny keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tomson pushing down on Lenny's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Tomson works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Tomson (3) vs (0) Lenny
Lenny tries to improve position but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomson trying to control the action but Lenny is working from the bottom.
Lenny is trying to improve his position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Lenny gets back to half guard.
Lenny looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Lenny looking for submissions off his back.
Lenny looking for submissions off his back.
Lenny is refusing to be controlled, as Tomson sits in half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tomson wants to free his trapped foot but Lenny is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Tomson is working for a submission of some sort.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Lenny is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tomson pulls his head out easily.
Lenny is trying to get back to full guard.
Lenny is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tomson pulls his head out easily.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Lenny is defending against the submission attempts here by Tomson.
Lenny is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tomson pulls his head out easily.
Tomson is looking to advance position but Lenny won't allow it.
Lenny actively working from the bottom here.
Tomson prevents Lenny from improving his position.
Tomson passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Lenny! Score +3 for passing guard: Tomson (6) vs (0) Lenny
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tomson takes Lenny's back. Score +3 for taking back: Tomson (9) vs (0) Lenny
Lenny tries to escape but Tomson has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Lenny looking very determined here, making life difficult for Tomson.
Lenny tries to escape but Tomson has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Lenny fending off the submission attempt from Tomson.
I really don't envy Lenny right now.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Tomson is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Lenny rolls, trying to escape but Tomson keeps control of the position.
Lenny is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Tomson.
Tomson is not going to allow Lenny to sit and survive in this position.
Tomson is trying to stick to Lenny's back but Lenny is turning into Tomson. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Tomson's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Lenny. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tomson (9) vs (2) Lenny
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Lenny trying to control but Tomson is working from the bottom.
Tomson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Lenny can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Tomson wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Lenny trying to control the position from guard on top but Tomson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tomson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lenny gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Tomson might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Tomson keeping moving, preventing Lenny from controlling successfully.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Lenny's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Lenny tries to free his leg and advance position but Tomson is retaining full guard.
Tomson keeping moving, preventing Lenny from controlling successfully.
Lenny tries to free his leg and advance position but Tomson is retaining full guard.
Tomson keeping moving, preventing Lenny from controlling successfully.
Tomson looking for a sweep. Not yet Tomson, not yet.
Tomson keeping moving, preventing Lenny from controlling successfully.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Lenny wants to pass the guard but Tomson is keeping the position.
Tomson controls Lenny momentarily but Lenny frees himself.
Lenny wants to control from the top but Tomson keeps moving.
Tomson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lenny is one step ahead there.
Lenny controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Lenny drops back looking for a leg! Tomson is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Tomson manages to kick Lenny off! Lenny jumps back into Tomson's guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Lenny looking to pass the guard.
Tomson pulls Lenny in close to prevent any damage.
Lenny trying to control but Tomson is working from the bottom.
Tomson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Lenny trying to control but Tomson is working from the bottom.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Tomson looking to control.
Lenny must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Lenny tries to free his leg and advance position but Tomson is retaining full guard.
Tomson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tomson (11) vs (2) Lenny
Lenny controlling the position.
Lenny being controlled here, momentarily.
Tomson trying to control the position from guard on top but Lenny is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Lenny is looking for a triangle but Tomson pushes his legs off easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lenny is trying to control the position but Tomson postures up.
Tomson trying to control but Lenny is working from the bottom.
Lenny looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Lenny has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tomson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Lenny has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tomson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Tomson wants to control from the top but Lenny keeps moving.
Lenny is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Tomson defends well.
Tomson passes Lenny's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Tomson is trying to control. Lenny wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Tomson has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Tomson (14) vs (2) Lenny
Tomson has hold of Lenny's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Lenny manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Lenny slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Lenny is looking to control Tomson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Lenny avoid being mounted?
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Lenny looking for submissions off his back.
Lenny is not content to let Tomson control the position.
Tomson is really struggling to control Lenny but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Tomson trying to control the pace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lenny wants to sweep but Tomson has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Tomson (17) vs (2) Lenny
And that's the end of the fight!
Tomson takes the fight on points by 17 to 2. |
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Event:
TWGC 19 (265+lbs, D4): Helsinki Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Nov 25, 2017 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Tom Tomson (ranked 22242 p4p, 251 weight class) and Matt Terrell (ranked 8324 p4p, 0 weight class). Tomson kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is R-Swift- Awesome God. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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 4 wins and 2 losses; Tom Tomson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Matt Terrell!
The judges for this bout are Matti Vanhoillinen, Marco Blurström and Anni Minnemäki.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Tomson looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Tomson tries to clinch there but Terrell circles away.
Terrell drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tomson defends it well.
Terrell avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Tomson tries to clinch but Terrell is having none of it.
Terrell tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Tomson swivels and escapes.
Tomson attempts a counter takedown but Terrell avoids it well and moves away.
Tomson tries to keep at a distance but Terrell has taken the fight into the clinch.
Terrell looking for a takedown.
Terrell has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Tomson after a bit of a struggle.
Tom Tomson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Matt Terrell.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomson goes for a takedown attempt but Terrell pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Tomson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Terrell manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Terrell steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Tomson.
Terrell drives through and clinches with Tomson against the cage.
Terrell fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Terrell is defending well against a takedown attempt.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Terrell jumps guard and drags Tomson to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Tomson sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Terrell looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Tomson pushing down on Terrell's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Terrell moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Tomson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Terrell working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Tomson has passed into half guard!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Terrell is positioning himself well to prevent Tomson advancing to mount.
Tomson is keen to just control but Terrell is a slippery customer.
Terrell is looking to improve his position.
Tomson controlling the pace.
Tomson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tomson wants to pass the guard but Terrell is defending well.
Terrell is concentrating on defense, preventing Tomson from advancing position.
Tomson content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Terrell is trying to get back to full guard.
Tomson is trying to control. Terrell wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tomson is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Tomson (3) vs (0) Terrell
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Terrell can do anything to dispel that myth.
Tomson avoids the attempt from Terrell to control.
Terrell has given up his back. Will we see Tomson going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Tomson (6) vs (0) Terrell
Tomson just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Tomson's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Terrell is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Tomson gets his way!
Terrell can't escape the position.
Tomson really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Terrell.
Tomson patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Tomson controlling well, preventing Terrell from escaping the position.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Tomson biding his time, controlling Terrell.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tomson is looking for a choke. Terrell gets to his feet with his opponent on his back and slams him to the mat. Terrell manages to squirm out of the attempted choke and turns into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tomson (6) vs (2) Terrell
Terrell got a little sloppy there for a moment and Tomson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Terrell has managed to get both his arms back between Tomson's legs - danger averted.
Tomson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Terrell looking to sit in guard and control but Tomson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tomson (8) vs (2) Terrell
Tomson slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Tomson trying to control but Terrell is working from the bottom.
Tomson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Tomson slips nicely into half guard.
Tomson is trying to control. Terrell wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Tomson is thwarting Terrell's attempts to control the position.
Tomson is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Terrell defends it well.
Terrell tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Tomson has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Tomson (11) vs (2) Terrell
Terrell wants to hold on but Tomson pushes him away.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Terrell is in all sorts of trouble here.
Tomson working for a guillotine from mount but Terrell is in no mood to give up.
Terrell prevents any damage by holding on tight.
Tomson controlling his opponent.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Tomson tries to control but Terrell wriggling away.
Terrell tries to hold on but Tomson postures up.
Terrell really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Tomson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Tomson is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Terrell is surviving well by controlling Tomson's body position as best he can.
Terrell keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Terrell wants to hold on but Tomson pushes him away.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Tomson quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for Tomson but it's paid off an Terrell is forced to tap! Nice work by Tomson.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tom Tomson! |
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Event:
TWGC 19 (265+lbs, D4): Helsinki Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Nov 24, 2017 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Tom Tomson (ranked 22259 p4p, 247 weight class) and Aleister Cadaver (ranked 3621 p4p, 0 weight class). Tomson comes to the cage accompanied by R-Swift- Awesome God. On his way into the cage it seems that Tom Tomson has been attacked by a crazed fan! It looks like it might have been the just bleed guy! Luckily Tom Tomson seems to be OK! I thought that lunatic was in prison!?
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 3 wins and 2 losses; Tom Tomson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Aleister Cadaver!
The judges for this bout are Tarja Halkonen, Johanna Lukiainen and Anni Minnemäki.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Cadaver stuffs the takedown.
Tomson sets himself, and Cadaver steps forward looking for the clinch! Tomson avoids it this time.
Nice sprawl there from Cadaver as Tomson shoots in.
Cadaver is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Tomson has taken the fight to the clinch.
Tomson stops a takedown attempt from Cadaver.
Cadaver jumps guard.
Tomson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tomson might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Tomson is working hard here to advance position.
Cadaver really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Tomson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Cadaver looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cadaver is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Cadaver is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tomson controls from within his opponent's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cadaver keeping moving, preventing Tomson from controlling successfully.
Tomson stays in close to Cadaver's body and controls the position.
Cadaver escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tomson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Cadaver working a defensive guard here.
Tomson looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Tomson looking to pass the guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Cadaver wants to sweep but no luck.
Cadaver looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Tomson puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Cadaver is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Cadaver trying to hold on to Tomson's head to control him but Tomson postures up.
Tomson looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Tomson seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Cadaver does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Tomson prevents Cadaver from improving his position.
Tomson is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Cadaver is just riding it out for now. Tomson eventually gives up the hold.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tomson sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Tomson wants to pass to mount but Cadaver is defending the position.
Tomson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Cadaver keeps working.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Tomson seems to be working for a kimura but Cadaver defends the submission attempt.
Tomson is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Cadaver has managed to free his arm - good work.
Cadaver wants to improve his position but Tomson is controlling well.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Cadaver trying to control here.
Cadaver is looking for a sweep. Tomson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Cadaver trying to control here.
Tomson controlling the pace.
Cadaver is refusing to be controlled, as Tomson sits in half guard.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Tomson tries to pass the half guard into mount. Cadaver knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Cadaver is concentrating on defense, preventing Tomson from advancing position.
Tomson is keen to just control but Cadaver is a slippery customer.
Cadaver keeping hold of Tomson's head, controlling as best he can.
Tomson is taking a breather. Cadaver 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.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Tomson is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Cadaver sees it coming and defends easily.
Cadaver trying to control from the bottom.
Tomson takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Cadaver is staying active underneath Tomson, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Cadaver is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Tomson not doing much here.
Cadaver is looking to control Tomson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Cadaver avoid being mounted?
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Tomson has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Tomson (3) vs (0) Cadaver
Cadaver tries to lock up and control but Tomson gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Cadaver is flailing around, obviously not happy about being mounted. Tomson locks hold of one of his arms and spins for an armbar. He's got it! Cadaver is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tom Tomson! |
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Event:
Angry Birds War 64
Date: Sep 19, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Tomson shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Shermann napping and manages to drive through into side control!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shermann takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Tomson tries to get to his feet but Shermann is in the middle of advancing position himself and ends up with Tomson in his guard.
Tomson looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Shermann has a closed guard, preventing Tomson from standing up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T1#
Tomson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Tomson trying to control but Shermann is working from the bottom.
Tomson wants to get up but he can't break Shermann's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #ES2#
Shermann pushes Tomson off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Shermann fails with a takedown attempt.
Shermann circles away from the clinch attempt#TD2#
and Shermann counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Tomson wants to control but Shermann is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Tomson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
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. Shermann connects with a nice short shot to Tomson's temple.
Ground and pound from Shermann.
Shermann working the head and body with strikes.
Shermann is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #CUT2#
It looks like Tom Tomson has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tomson tries to kick Shermann off but Shermann keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Shermann wants to control but Tomson is keeping him busy.
Nice strikes from Shermann there.
Shermann sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Tomson defending well though. #SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Shermann is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Shermann working the head and body with strikes. #CUT2#
Tom Tomson's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Tom Tomson's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Harold Shermann!
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Event:
ABW 41 Jones - Mcgruff
Date: Jul 06, 2017 |
#R1#
Tomson with a poor takedown
and Wobblinger counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT#
It looks like Tom Tomson has been cut.
Tomson tries to move into range but Wobblinger moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Tomson shoots and misses
and Wobblinger counters with a straight right hand.
A left and a right from Wobblinger both land. Nice combination.
Tomson shoots and misses
and Wobblinger connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT#
That has opened up Tom Tomson's cut even more.
Louis Wobblinger has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tom Tomson.
Tomson throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Wobblinger to counter with a crisp jab.
Tomson backs away from a small jab... but Wobblinger lunges forward with a huge superman punch! Tomson crumples to the ground as his mouth piece is sent flying! Wobblinger with a spectacular finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Louis Wobblinger!
In his post fight interview, Louis Wobblinger started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
Angry Birds War 31
Date: Jun 16, 2017 |
#R1#
Tomson keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Tomson drops down looking for a counter takedown but Shermann sprawls and moves away.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Shermann has eaten all the pies!
Tomson throws a body punch but Shermann moves out of range. #TD2#
Shermann closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Tomson did well to prevent Shermann getting side control.
Tomson on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Tomson trying to hold on to Shermann's head to control him but Shermann postures up.
Tomson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Shermann thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Tomson's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shermann lands with a punch from half guard. #ES#
Tomson manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Shermann keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. #TD#
Tomson manages to pull guard.
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!
Shermann controlling from the top position. #T1#
Shermann loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Shermann lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Shermann tries to free his leg and advance position but Tomson is retaining full guard.
Tomson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Shermann throws a big right hand that misses.
Shermann stays in close to Tomson's body and controls the position.
Shermann tries to free his leg and advance position but Tomson is retaining full guard.
Shermann throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Tomson wants to hit a switch here but Shermann passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Tomson there!
Shermann with good strikes from the mount here!#T2##SUB2#
Shermann goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Tomson turns into him and now he's in Shermann's guard.
Shermann keeping moving, preventing Tomson from controlling successfully.
Shermann wants to stand but Tomson is controlling the position.
Shermann looking for a sweep. Not yet Shermann, not yet.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Tomson trying to control the position from guard on top but Shermann is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Shermann is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Shermann is controlling Tomson's posture.
Tomson slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Tomson wants to control from the top but Shermann keeps moving.
Shermann keeping full guard, as Tomson tries to pass.
Shermann tries to strike from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SU#
Shermann is working an open guard so Tomson takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Shermann throws a jab when Tomson was well out of range.
Shermann closes the distance and clinches up with Tomson, looking for a takedown. Shermann pushes Tomson against the cage but Tomson circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Shermann closes this distance looking for a takedown but Tomson circles away.
Tom Tomson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Harold Shermann.#TD#
Tomson throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Shermann was covering up waiting for the punch and Tomson finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Shermann wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Tomson manages to pass to side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#REVB#
Tomson wants to take a breather but Shermann is having none of it.
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 Tom Tomson will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Shermann looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Tomson is fending him off so far but Shermann persists. Nope, Tomson circles away and we're back to standing.
Shermann shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Tomson but Tomson pushes him off and we're back to square one.#TD#
Tomson looking to score a takedown here. Shermann is defending well but Tomson drives through and ends up in Shermann's guard.#ES2#
Shermann pushes Tomson off and scrambles back to his feet.
No luck for Shermann with that takedown attempt.
Tom Tomson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Harold Shermann.
Shermann doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Tomson counters with a straight right hand.
Nice sprawl there from Tomson as Shermann shoots in.
Shermann is breathing heavily.
Shermann throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Tomson's waist but Tomson gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Shermann off to one side. #TD#
Tomson scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Shermann is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Shermann trying to remain calm as Tomson controls from the top position.#SU#
Tomson stands up.
Tomson keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Shermann tries to score a power double leg takedown but Tomson sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Shermann somewhat.
Tomson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Shermann. #TD#
Tomson looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Shermann can do anything to dispel that myth.
Tomson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Shermann keeps working. #T2##SUB#
Tomson is trying to work for a kimura but Shermann is defending well.
Tom Tomson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Shermann is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Shermann controlling the position well. #SUB#
Tomson is looking for a kimura but Shermann is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Tomson to get the leverage. #T3#
Shermann manages to get to full guard.
Shermann has momentary wrist control but Tomson slips an elbow through the middle.
Shermann keeping moving, preventing Tomson from controlling successfully.
Shermann scores with a nice shot.#SUB2#
Tomson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Shermann has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Tomson has managed to get both his arms back between Shermann's legs - danger averted.
Tomson lands a couple of digs.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB2#
Shermann is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Tomson is aware though and is defending well.#SU#
Tomson decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Shermann, up you get! #TD#
Tomson dives in and scores a takedown into Shermann's guard.
Tomson looking to pass the guard.
Tomson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Shermann can do to turn this around?
Shermann tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tomson wants to control from the top but Shermann keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Shermann not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Shermann is pulling down on Tomson's head. It's preventing any offense from Tomson, at least for the moment.
Tomson trying to control the position from guard on top but Shermann is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tom Tomson dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Shermann shoots in for a takedown but Tomson shows good takedown defense.
Shermann shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#TD#
Tomson shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Shermann kicks off Tomson and gets to his feet.
Shermann tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Tomson swivels and escapes.
Tom Tomson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Harold Shermann.#TD#
Tomson shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Shermann's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tomson wants to control from the top but Shermann keeps moving.
Shermann working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Tomson.
Shermann controls Tomson momentarily but Tomson frees himself.
Shermann takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Tomson wants to control from the top but Shermann keeps moving. #SU#
Tomson gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Tomson throws a low kick but Shermann moves out of range easily. #TD#
Tomson scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Shermann is in trouble now - Tomson has advanced to mount!
Tomson tries to control but Shermann wriggling away.
Shermann is trying to stand.#T2#
Shermann wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Tomson.
Shermann sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Tomson prevents Shermann from improving his position.
Tomson stops Shermann from getting back to his feet.
Shermann controlling the position well.
Shermann taking some punishment here, with Tomson in his half guard.
Harold Shermann has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Shermann blocking the ground and pound attempt from Tomson.
Shermann is not content to let Tomson control the position.
Tomson looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Tomson trying to pass the guard but Shermann defending well.
Shermann gets back to full guard.
Tomson is looking to stand up but Shermann won't let him.
Shermann looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Tomson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Tomson being controlled here momentarily. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Tomson throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #TD#
Tomson closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Shermann to the mat! Shermann manages to get full guard. #ES2#
Shermann is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Tomson presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #TD2#
Shermann turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Shermann 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 Tomson's shoulder. That is not cool.
Shermann scores with punches from side control.
Tomson struggling a bit here.#SU2#
Shermann decides to stand back up.
Shermann throws a quick inside leg kick.
Tom Tomson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Shermann loads up on a big right hand but Tomson slips the punch.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Harold Shermann.
I think Tomson has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 29:28
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Tom Tomson!
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Event:
ABW Title Tour. QF 170 & +265
Date: May 03, 2017 |
#R1#
Tomson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Mayweather.
Tomson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Tomson darts in looking for a takedown but Mayweather gets double underhooks and turns Tomson into the cage.
Tomson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Mayweather.#TD#
Tomson closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Mayweather to the mat! Mayweather manages to get full guard.
Mayweather trying to keep a closed guard but Tomson is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2#
Mayweather throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mayweather not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T1#
Tomson trying to control the position from guard on top but Mayweather is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mayweather trying to keep a closed guard but Tomson is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2#
Mayweather is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Tomson frees his head nicely. Oh but Mayweather has switched to an armbar! Tomson is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Floyd Mayweather!
Floyd Mayweather really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Strong Suplementos 159Q/$200 logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
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Event:
Angry Birds War 4 -Hard Knocks
Date: Apr 14, 2017 |
#R1#
Tomson fails with a takedown attempt.#CL2#
Williams moves into range and clinches up with Tomson.#BC2#
Williams manages to break the clinch.
#KD2#
Williams lands a big head kick that sends Tomson tumbling to the mat! Williams takes a step backwards and waves Tomson back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT2#
It looks like Tom Tomson has been cut.
Williams cracks Tomson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Williams shoots in for a takedown but Tomson shows good takedown defense. #CL2#
Williams gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD#
Tomson successfully pulls guard.
Tomson throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Williams wants to pass the guard but Tomson is keeping the position.#T1#
Tomson controlling the position.#SUB#
Tomson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Williams doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Tomson is tightening it up a little... Williams has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Williams reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Williams taps out! Nice BJJ there by Tomson!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Tom Tomson!
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Event:
TWGC 15 (265+lbs, D4): Helsinki Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Mar 05, 2017 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Kyle Goose and Tom Tomson. Tomson is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: R-Swift- Awesome God. Fingers crossed for an exciting fight - I'm sure both fighters are looking for a nice under the table bonus!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Kyle Goose ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Tom Tomson!
The judges for this bout are Matti Vanhoillinen, Arvi Lind and Ben Zyskovitsi.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Tomson tries to keep at a distance but Goose has taken the fight into the clinch.
Tomson tries to pull guard but Goose forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Goose jumps into guard, dragging Tomson to the mat.
Tomson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Goose bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Tomson's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Goose (2) vs (0) Tomson
Goose preventing the sweep.
Tomson looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goose preventing the sweep.
Goose looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Goose stopping the sweep attempt from Tomson.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tomson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Goose doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Goose manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Tomson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Tomson throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Goose escapes and throws Tomson's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Goose (5) vs (0) Tomson
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tomson is trying to work for a sweep but Goose has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Goose (7) vs (0) Tomson
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tomson is looking to improve his position but Goose isn't that keen on the idea.
Tomson keeps trying to improve his position.
Tomson wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Goose (10) vs (0) Tomson
A bit of a pause in the action here. Goose controlling the positon.
I really don't envy Tomson right now.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Goose has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Tomson's body.
Tomson wants to escape the position.
I would not like to be Tomson right now.
You can see the frustration on Tomson's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Goose gets his hands free as Tomson looks to control.
Goose biding his time, looking for the opening.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tomson can't escape the position.
Tomson manages to reverse the position and now he's in Goose 's guard. Nice work there by Tomson.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Goose (10) vs (2) Tomson
Goose is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Tomson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Goose has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Tomson has managed to get both his arms back between Goose 's legs - danger averted.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Goose keeping moving, preventing Tomson from controlling successfully.
Goose looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Tomson looking to sit in guard and control but Goose gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Goose (12) vs (2) Tomson
Goose content to stall in guard here.
Tomson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Goose trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tomson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Tomson might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Goose haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Tomson can't keep his opponent in guard - Goose advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Goose prevents Tomson from improving his position.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Still in half guard, Goose seems content to control.
Tomson trying to hold on to Goose 's head to control him but Goose postures up.
Goose perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Goose has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Tomson keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Tomson wants to get back to full guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Goose controlling the action here.
Tomson preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Tomson actively working from the bottom here.
Tomson wants to control but Goose is keeping busy.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Tomson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Goose in particular looking to stall.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Tomson trying to hold on to Goose 's head to control him but Goose postures up.
Tomson is looking for a sweep. Goose is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Well, if Goose 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.
Tomson tries to get to full guard but Goose has control of the leg.
Tomson is positioning himself well to prevent Goose advancing to mount.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Goose is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Tomson trying to control here.
Goose looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Tomson trying to control from the bottom.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Tomson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Tomson makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Tomson.
Goose tries to free his leg and advance position but Tomson is retaining full guard.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Goose is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Tomson working a defensive guard here.
Tomson has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Goose has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Goose (15) vs (2) Tomson
Goose is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Goose has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Goose takes the fight on points by 15 to 2.
Kyle Goose seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
TWGC 15 (265+lbs, D4): Helsinki Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Mar 04, 2017 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Tom Tomson and Rick Scott. Chooooooooon! I think Tomson might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to R-Swift- Awesome God. Scott comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Shakin' Stevens - Oh Julie kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
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 2 wins and 1 losses; Tom Tomson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Rick Scott!
The judges for this bout are Ben Zyskovitsi, Roosa Järviläinen and Anni Minnemäki.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Scott moves into the clinch.
Tomson successfully pulls guard.
Tomson managing to control the position.
Scott looking to pass the guard.
Tomson is pulling down on Scott's head. It's preventing any offense from Scott, at least for the moment.
Scott trying to control but Tomson is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomson seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tomson is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Scott is aware though and is defending well.
Scott won't allow Tomson to sweep him here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tomson is pulling down on Scott's head to control his posture.
Scott trying to control the position from guard on top but Tomson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Scott preventing the sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Scott trying to control but Tomson is working from the bottom.
Tomson looking for a guillotine here but Scott defends easily.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tomson looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Tomson looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Tomson keeping moving, preventing Scott from controlling successfully.
Tomson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Scott doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Scott manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Scott trying to control the position from guard on top but Tomson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tomson has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Scott should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Tomson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Scott gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tomson trying to keep a closed guard but Scott is proving a slippery customer.
Scott avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Tomson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Tomson is breathing heavily.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Scott content to stall in guard here.
Tomson looking for a guillotine here but Scott defends easily.
Scott trying to control the position from guard on top but Tomson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Scott wants to pass the guard but Tomson is keeping the position.
Tomson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Scott defends well.
Scott is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Scott wants to control from the top but Tomson keeps moving.
Tomson is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Scott stopping the sweep attempt from Tomson.
Scott wants to control from the top but Tomson keeps moving.
Tomson is pulling down on Scott's head. It's preventing any offense from Scott, at least for the moment.
Scott pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tomson is keeping the position for now.
Tomson can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Scott controls the pace.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Tomson is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Scott stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tomson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Scott is sitting in close to Tomson's body. Tomson has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Scott is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Scott is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Tomson.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Tom Tomson! |
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Event:
TWGC 14 (265lbs, D4): Finals - Round 1
Date: Dec 30, 2016 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Tom Tomson and Diego Uzir. Tomson comes to the cage accompanied by R-Swift- Awesome God. On his way into the cage it seems that Tom Tomson has been attacked by a crazed fan! It looks like it might have been the just bleed guy! Luckily Tom Tomson seems to be OK! I thought that lunatic was in prison!?
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Tom Tomson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Diego Uzir!
The judges for this bout are John Roberts, Alyssa Summers and John Kavanagh.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Tomson closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Uzir's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Tomson (2) vs (0) Uzir
Uzir is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Tomson trying to control the position from guard on top but Uzir is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Uzir not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Tomson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Uzir is trying to keep Tomson in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Uzir tries to land a sweep but no joy.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Uzir keeping moving, preventing Tomson from controlling successfully.
Uzir has his hands on Tomson's head, controlling the position.
Tomson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Uzir keeping full guard, as Tomson tries to pass.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Uzir is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tomson (2) vs (2) Uzir
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Uzir looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Uzir trying to control but Tomson is working from the bottom.
Tomson wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Tomson keeping moving, preventing Uzir from controlling successfully.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tomson trying to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Uzir won't allow Tomson to sweep him here.
Tomson working a defensive guard here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tomson is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Uzir is aware though and is defending well.
Tomson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Tomson seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tomson working a defensive guard here.
Uzir slips nicely into half guard.
Uzir is looking to take a break and control but Tomson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Uzir wants to pass to mount but Tomson is defending the position.
Uzir wants to work for an arm triangle but Tomson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Tomson works his way to full guard. Good work.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Uzir tries to free his leg and advance position but Tomson is retaining full guard.
Tomson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Uzir is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Uzir advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Tomson (2) vs (5) Uzir
Uzir tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Uzir working away.
Tomson is trying to get back to half guard.
Tomson is trying to control Uzir's posture but Uzir avoids it.
Uzir trying to control the action but Tomson is working from the bottom.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Tomson is looking to regain half guard here but Uzir keeps moving and retains side control.
Tomson struggling a bit here.
Uzir is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Tomson knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Tomson is looking for a sweep.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Uzir has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Tomson! Score +2 for reaching mount: Tomson (2) vs (7) Uzir
Tomson tries to lock up and control but Uzir gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Tomson is trying to escape the mount.
Tomson is breathing heavily.
Uzir trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Uzir controlling from the full mount.
Uzir trying to control but he's not successful this time.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Tomson is trying desperately to improve position.
Uzir moves to the back. Score +3 for taking back: Tomson (2) vs (10) Uzir
Uzir working for a choke but Tomson is defending well.
Tomson trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Uzir working for the choke.
Uzir is trying to stick to Tomson's back but Tomson is turning into Uzir. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Uzir's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Tomson. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tomson (4) vs (10) Uzir
Uzir pulls Tomson in close to his closed guard and prevents Tomson from doing any damage or advancing position.
Tomson looking to pass the guard.
Tomson sitting in guard, not really doing much.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Uzir working a defensive guard here.
Tomson looking to sit in guard and control but Uzir gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tomson (4) vs (12) Uzir
Uzir tries to free his leg and advance position but Tomson is retaining full guard.
Tomson trying to keep a closed guard but Uzir is proving a slippery customer.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Tomson keeping moving, preventing Uzir from controlling successfully.
Tomson looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Uzir has picked Tomson up and slammed him! Tomson can't keep hold of the triangle and Uzir manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Tomson (4) vs (15) Uzir
Tomson wants to control but Uzir postures up.
Tomson tries to buck Uzir off but Uzir is having none of it.
Uzir trying to control the action but Tomson is working from the bottom.
Uzir wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Tomson, who protects the arm well.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Uzir wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tomson keeps working.
Tomson tries to bench press Uzir off him but Uzir keeps the position.
Tomson is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Uzir trying to control from half guard but Tomson is working away.
Uzir is working for a submission of some sort.
Tomson gets full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tomson looking for subs off his back but Uzir has passed one foot through into half guard.
Tomson regains full guard. Nicely done.
And that's the end of the fight!
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Event:
TWGC 14 (265lbs, D4): London Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Dec 22, 2016 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Tom Tomson and Takumar Pentax. Tomson comes to the cage accompanied by R-Swift- Awesome God. Well, I have no idea who's going to take this one!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Tom Tomson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Takumar Pentax!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, Daniel Bishop and William Gold.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Tomson changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Pentax tries to avoid it but Tomson manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Pentax to the ground. Pentax escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Tomson looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Tomson (2) vs (0) Pentax
Pentax 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.
Pentax controls Tomson momentarily but Tomson frees himself.
Tomson sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Tomson won't allow Pentax to sweep him here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomson has gone for a leg lock! Pentax slips out almost immediately though and dives into Tomson's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tomson (2) vs (2) Pentax
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tomson has his feet on Pentax's thighs here. He's pushed Pentax 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! Pentax screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tom Tomson! |
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Event:
TWGC 14 (265lbs, D4): London Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Dec 21, 2016 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Bato Dela Rosa and Tom Tomson. Tomson has chosen R-Swift- Awesome God 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 0 wins and 0 losses; Bato Dela Rosa! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Tom Tomson!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Colin Fotheringham and Richard Clark.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Dela Rosa rushes Tomson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Tomson is trying to pull guard but Dela Rosa turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Dela Rosa pulls guard.
Tomson looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Dela Rosa is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Tomson controls from within his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomson's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Dela Rosa looking for a guillotine here but Tomson defends easily.
Dela Rosa is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Tomson drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Dela Rosa manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Tomson has Dela Rosa in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dela Rosa (2) vs (0) Tomson
Dela Rosa content to stall in guard here.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tomson has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Dela Rosa won't allow Tomson to sweep him here.
Tomson pulls Dela Rosa in close to prevent any damage.
Dela Rosa trying to control the position from guard on top but Tomson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dela Rosa postures up.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tomson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Dela Rosa stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tomson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tomson is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Tomson is looking to cinch up a triangle. Dela Rosa throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Tomson's body to avoid the submission. Tomson has instead reached around Dela Rosa's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Tomson arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Tom Tomson! |
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