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Event:
GC 325 Bianchi vs Mayer
Date: Dec 07, 2019 |
#R1#
Polyanskiy's hands are dropping dangerously low here and De Barros connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Polyanskiy scrambles back to his feet.#TD#
De Barros changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Polyanskiy looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
De Barros connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Polyanskiy some visible discomfort.
Polyanskiy is trying to control De Barros's posture but De Barros avoids it.
Polyanskiy manages to get back to half guard.
De Barros lands with a punch from half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Polyanskiy makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Polyanskiy.
De Barros stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Polyanskiy swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Polyanskiy controls De Barros momentarily but De Barros frees himself.
De Barros stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Polyanskiy swivels though and keeps the full guard.
De Barros wants to control from the top but Polyanskiy keeps moving. #SUB2#
Polyanskiy is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. De Barros is aware though and is defending well.
Polyanskiy keeping moving, preventing De Barros from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
De Barros passes Polyanskiy's left leg - he's now in half guard.
De Barros trying to pass the guard but Polyanskiy defending well. #SUB#
De Barros wants to work for an arm triangle but Polyanskiy is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
De Barros is trying to control the action in half guard but Polyanskiy is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Polyanskiy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Polyanskiy trying to control here.
#SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
De Barros is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Polyanskiy is trying to get back to full guard.#T2##SUB2#
Polyanskiy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
De Barros wants to work for an arm triangle but Polyanskiy is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
De Barros is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
De Barros is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Polyanskiy sees it coming and defends easily.
De Barros looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Polyanskiy is trying to control but can't.
#SUB#
De Barros is working for a kimura but Polyanskiy is defending it quite comfortably.
De Barros is thwarting Polyanskiy's attempts to control the position.#T3##SUB2#
Polyanskiy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
De Barros looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Polyanskiy with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB2#
Polyanskiy looking for submissions off his back.
De Barros working over Polyanskiy with some ground and pound. Polyanskiy looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
De Barros working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Polyanskiy's thigh. Polyanskiy counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Polyanskiy tries to land a sweep but no joy.
De Barros loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
De Barros passes Polyanskiy's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Polyanskiy is looking to control De Barros's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Polyanskiy avoid being mounted?
Polyanskiy won't allow De Barros to pass to mount. #T4##SUB#
De Barros looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB#
De Barros is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
De Barros is working for a kimura but Polyanskiy is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
De Barros is trying to work for a kimura but Polyanskiy is defending well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
De Barros trying to mount his opponent but Polyanskiy defends it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bernardo De Barros dominated that round.
That's time! De Barros's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
De Barros shoots in for a takedown but Polyanskiy shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
De Barros tries for a takedown but Polyanskiy sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
De Barros shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Polyanskiy as he avoids it easily.
Polyanskiy changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernardo De Barros. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Polyanskiy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Good shot there by De Barros.
De Barros shoots in but no luck this time.
Polyanskiy just misses with a punch to the body.
Jab from Polyanskiy.
Polyanskiy connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
De Barros looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Polyanskiy throws a hook to the side of De Barros's head but De Barros sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
De Barros feinted with a counter takedown.
Polyanskiy walks into a straight right hand from De Barros.
De Barros fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Polyanskiy avoids it really well and circles away.
Polyanskiy with the counter takedown but De Barros avoids it easily.
De Barros is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Polyanskiy can do to turn this around?
Polyanskiy connects with a looping right hand.
#TD2#
Polyanskiy looking to score a takedown here. De Barros is defending well but Polyanskiy drives through and ends up in De Barros's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
De Barros is looking for a triangle here but Polyanskiy uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
#SUB2#
Polyanskiy swings around for an armbar but De Barros sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Polyanskiy's guard.#T1#
Polyanskiy wants to sweep but no luck.
Polyanskiy can't keep his opponent in guard - De Barros advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
De Barros wants to pass to mount but Polyanskiy is defending the position. #SUB#
Polyanskiy is defending against the submission attempts here by De Barros.
#SUB2#
Polyanskiy actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
De Barros is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Polyanskiy looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
De Barros is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T2##SUB2#
Polyanskiy actively working from the bottom here.
Bernardo De Barros overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Polyanskiy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but De Barros pulls his head out easily.
De Barros trying to pass the guard but Polyanskiy defending well.
De Barros is keen to just control but Polyanskiy is a slippery customer.#SUB#
De Barros is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
De Barros prevents Polyanskiy from improving his position.#SUB2#
Polyanskiy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Polyanskiy looking for submissions off his back.#T3#
Polyanskiy is looking to control De Barros's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Polyanskiy avoid being mounted?
De Barros works his way into full mount!
Polyanskiy can't escape the position.
Polyanskiy reaches up and holds on to De Barros to control the position.
De Barros trying to control but Polyanskiy is having none of it.
De Barros fails to take his opponent's back.
The referee warns Polyanskiy that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
#T4#
Polyanskiy is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
De Barros tries to control but Polyanskiy wriggling away.
De Barros putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Polyanskiy wants to control but De Barros is having none of it.
Polyanskiy keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
De Barros has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Polyanskiy's face.
Polyanskiy is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
De Barros with a couple of short strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Polyanskiy tries to hold on but De Barros pushes him away.
De Barros with a couple of short strikes.
De Barros is in the full mount, landing strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bernardo De Barros dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Polyanskiy stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Polyanskiy wants it to stay on the feet.
A slow jab from De Barros misses its intended target.
Nice sprawl there from Polyanskiy as De Barros shoots in.
Polyanskiy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Polyanskiy throws a shot to the body.
De Barros dives in for a single leg takedown but Polyanskiy sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernardo De Barros. That's going to take a lot out of him.
De Barros shoots in but no luck this time.
A jab from Polyanskiy misses.
Some bone on bone action there as Polyanskiy checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Polyanskiy is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
De Barros takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
De Barros ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
De Barros throws a hook to the side of Polyanskiy's head but Polyanskiy sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
De Barros avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Barros feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Polyanskiys jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
De Barros tries to score with a low kick but Polyanskiy moves his leg out of the way.
Bernardo De Barros seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Polyanskiy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from De Barros.
De Barros shoots in for a double leg but Polyanskiy sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Polyanskiy takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Polyanskiy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by De Barros.
#T1#
Polyanskiy uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from De Barros.
De Barros throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
De Barros jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A looping hook to the body misses from De Barros. Polyanskiy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Polyanskiy is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Polyanskiy's corner calls for a 1-2. Polyanskiy obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Jab, jab by Polyanskiy - just one landing.
De Barros throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
De Barros dives in for a single leg takedown but Polyanskiy sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#TD#
De Barros shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Polyanskiy napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Polyanskiy struggling a bit here.
De Barros has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
The ground and pound from De Barros seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Polyanskiy can't do much from the bottom here.
Polyanskiy is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
De Barros wants to control but Polyanskiy is keeping him busy.
Alex Polyanskiy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Polyanskiy wants to control but De Barros postures up.
De Barros creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Polyanskiy takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Polyanskiy wants to control but De Barros postures up.
De Barros wants to control but Polyanskiy is keeping him busy.
Polyanskiy is looking to reverse the position.
De Barros working away.
De Barros wants to control but Polyanskiy is keeping him busy.
Polyanskiy gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
De Barros lands a couple of good shots and Polyanskiy has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Polyanskiy wants to control his opponent's hands but De Barros gets his hands free. #SUB#
De Barros is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
#T3#
Polyanskiy trying to control the action but De Barros just sinks the hooks in.
Polyanskiy tries to escape the position.
#SUB#
De Barros is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Polyanskiy is defending well though. De Barros let's go of the attempt for now.
Polyanskiy wants to escape the position.
De Barros not allowing Polyanskiy to control his hands.
De Barros wants to control but Polyanskiy is keeping busy.
Polyanskiy wants to control his opponent's hands but De Barros gets his hands free. #T4#
Polyanskiy might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control De Barros haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Polyanskiy is trying to break free.
Oooh a big shot gets through from De Barros. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
#SUB#
De Barros working for the choke.
De Barros scores with some strikes to the side of the head there. Good, points scoring shots.
Polyanskiy is taking damage to the body and head.
Polyanskiy rolls, trying to escape but De Barros keeps control of the position.
#SUB#
De Barros has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
De Barros avoiding Polyanskiy 's attempts to control his hands. #SUB#
De Barros is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Polyanskiy is defending well though. De Barros let's go of the attempt for now.
De Barros tries to keep control of the position but Polyanskiy is staying busy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bernardo De Barros showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for De Barros, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:27
Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bernardo De Barros!
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Event:
GC 321 Coco vs Starker
Date: Nov 09, 2019 |
#R1#
Aleksy throws the kick towards the body but De Barros avoids it.
De Barros swings away with a body shot that misses
and Aleksy counters with a nice uppercut.
De Barros moves out of range as Aleksy throws a body kick.
De Barros tries to close the distance and clinch up but Aleksy swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Danga de danga de dang - Aleksy scores with a four punch combination!
Aleksy 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.
A head kick misses from Aleksy.
De Barros shoots in but Aleksy avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Aleksy throws a right and a left that De Barros avoids nicely.
Aleksy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
De Barros tries to close the distance and clinch but Aleksy swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL2#
De Barros rushes Aleksy and presses him up against the cage.
De Barros taking a breather. #BC#
Aleksy manages to break the clinch.
De Barros misses the shot to the body.
No joy there for Aleksy, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
De Barros tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
De Barros fails with the takedown
enabling Aleksy to counter with a crisp jab.
Aleksy throws a leg kick but De Barros sees it coming and moves out of range.
Aleksy swinging wildly here.
#T1#
De Barros shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Aleksy defends it nicely.
Tytus Aleksy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bernardo De Barros.
Aleksy scores with a body shot.
Aleksy buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
An inside leg kick from De Barros misses.
Aleksy feints a jab promting De Barros to slip. Aleksy then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. De Barros slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Aleksy, as that shot connected.
De Barros fails with a takedown attempt.
Aleksy takes a body punch but keeps moving.
De Barros fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Aleksy avoids it really well and circles away.
Aleksy is looking for a counter combo.#T2#
De Barros misses with a wild body shot.
De Barros misses with a straight left.
De Barros scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#TD2#
De Barros closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Aleksy to the mat! Aleksy manages to get full guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Aleksy looking for a sweep. Not yet Aleksy, not yet.
De Barros trying to control but Aleksy is working from the bottom. #ES#
Aleksy is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. De Barros presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
De Barros is trying to maintain a safe position but Aleksy gets an underhook and turns De Barros into the cage.
De Barros fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#BC#
Aleksy's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
De Barros shoots in but no luck this time.
Aleksy is looking to counter punch.
De Barros shoots for a takedown but Aleksy saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
De Barros looks to land a right hand but Aleksy moved out of range.
De Barros slips under a jab from Aleksy.
De Barros changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Aleksy tries to avoid it but De Barros manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Aleksy to the ground. Aleksy escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
De Barros shoots in for a takedown but Aleksy shows good takedown defense. #T3#
De Barros jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Aleksy misses with a jab, cross combination.
De Barros avoids the head kick by Aleksy.
Aleksy throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
A nice inside leg kick there by Aleksy. That's going to slow De Barros down.
Aleksy lands a head shot.
Some wild striking there from Aleksy.
Aleksy lands with a kick to the temple. De Barros shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Aleksy looks to score with a jab to the body but De Barros is just out of range.
De Barros shoots in for a takedown but Aleksy shows good takedown defense.
No joy there for Aleksy, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Aleksy looks to land a combination but De Barros avoids it well.
Aleksy tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A swing and a miss from De Barros.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2#
De Barros forces Aleksy back against the cage and clinches.
De Barros looking to stall.
De Barros stalling.
#T4#
Still in the clinch, Aleksy scores with a nice short uppercut.
De Barros is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
De Barros taking a breather.
Aleksy letting De Barros take a breather here.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Bernardo De Barros.
De Barros lands a right hook to the body.
A jab from Aleksy finds it's way through De Barros's defenses.
De Barros wants to clinch.
Aleksy throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
De Barros tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Aleksy paws at him with a jab and circles away.
De Barros just misses with a punch to the body.
De Barros swings and misses with a hook to the body.
De Barros tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Aleksy swivels and escapes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tytus Aleksy dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Aleksy slaps away a takedown attempt from De Barros, before circling back to the center of the mat.
De Barros throws a body shot but no joy.
An attempted straight right counter from Aleksy misses the target.
De Barros scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
De Barros dives in and grabs Aleksy's left leg, looking for a takedown. Aleksy pushes down on De Barros's head and hops out.
De Barros shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Aleksy pinned against the cage. Aleksy gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Tytus Aleksy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bernardo De Barros.
De Barros shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Aleksy as he jumps to the side.
Aleksy appears to be looking for a big counter.
That kick from Aleksy tenderised De Barros's leg. De Barros is trying to keep his angry face on.
Bernardo De Barros seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
De Barros on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#CUT#
It looks like Bernardo De Barros has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aleksy avoids the body shot from De Barros.
De Barros jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Aleksy throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Aleksy tries to bum rush De Barros with a series of wild strikes but De Barros uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A punch combination from Aleksy misses.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Some bone on bone action there as De Barros checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Aleksy tries to bum rush De Barros with a series of wild strikes but De Barros uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T1#
De Barros lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
De Barros misses with a looping right.
Tytus Aleksy is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
De Barros fails with a takedown attempt.
Aleksy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by De Barros.
Aleksy thows a left - swing and a miss!
De Barros with the counter takedown but Aleksy avoids it easily.
De Barros dodges the punch combination from Aleksy.
De Barros closes this distance looking for a takedown but Aleksy circles away.
Aleksy misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Nice takedown defense from Aleksy. No joy for De Barros on that attempt.
De Barros tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Aleksy paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Aleksy throws a big counter combination but De Barros scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Aleksy thuds his shin into the meat of De Barros's side.
Tytus Aleksy is winning the standup battle so far.
Aleksy takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Aleksy throws a right and a left that both miss.
De Barros is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
De Barros shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Aleksy pinned against the cage. Aleksy gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T2#
Nice jab there from Aleksy.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD2#
De Barros gets a takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
De Barros thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Aleksy's head.
Aleksy scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but De Barros manages to mount him!
Aleksy is looking to improve his position but De Barros isn't that keen on the idea.
Aleksy is trying to get back to his feet but can't.
De Barros wants to take Aleksy's back but he can't do it this time.
Aleksy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that De Barros can do to turn this around?#T3##SUB2#
De Barros is working for a guillotine from mount but Aleksy frees his head quite easily.
Aleksy tries to lock up and control but De Barros gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Aleksy wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by De Barros.
Aleksy is trying to stand.#SUB2#
De Barros has control of Aleksy's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Aleksy regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Aleksy is working to get back to half guard.
#SUB2#
Aleksy defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from De Barros. #T4##SUB2#
De Barros has hold of Aleksy's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Aleksy manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Aleksy manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB2#
De Barros is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Aleksy defends it well.
Aleksy won't allow De Barros to pass to mount.
Aleksy looks like he's trying to stand up.
#SUB2#
Aleksy is defending against the submission attempts here by De Barros.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tytus Aleksy dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Bernardo De Barros's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Aleksy stuffs the takedown.
De Barros walks into a stiff left hand from Aleksy.
De Barros lands a nice hook to Aleksy's body. Aleksy takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Aleksy turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
De Barros tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Aleksy was well out of range. Poor timing from De Barros.
De Barros swings for the body but Aleksy moves out of range.
De Barros fails with a takedown attempt.
Aleksy scores with a jab. De Barros acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
A swing and a miss from Aleksy.
Aleksy takes a jab right on the kisser.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Aleksy, as that shot connected.
De Barros shoots in for a takedown but Aleksy shows good takedown defense.
Tytus Aleksy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bernardo De Barros.
Aleksy's corner calls for a 1-2. Aleksy obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from De Barros.
Aleksy misses with a wild combination.
De Barros is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Aleksy rather than just go for the knockout.#T1#
Aleksy looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
De Barros feints the counter takedown.
De Barros swings for the body but Aleksy moves out of range.
De Barros listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Aleksy leaves De Barros with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
De Barros dodges the punch combination from Aleksy.
De Barros throws a hook but Aleksy avoids it easily.
Aleksy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
De Barros lands with a good body shot.
Aleksy stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Aleksy wants it to stay on the feet.
Aleksy went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Aleksy looks to land a combination but De Barros avoids it well.
A punch combination from Aleksy misses.
De Barros takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
De Barros shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Aleksy as he jumps to the side.
Aleksy is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from De Barros.
Aleksy throws a right hand that De Barros ducks under and follows up with a left that De Barros also avoids with ease.#CL#
Aleksy takes the fight into the clinch. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD#
Aleksy gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
De Barros trying to control here.
De Barros moves into full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
De Barros tries to strike from the bottom.
#SUB2#
De Barros isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Aleksy stacks De Barros on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Aleksy!
A lull in the action here.
De Barros is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Aleksy off and has taken his back!#T3#
De Barros is looking to control Aleksy but Aleksy is wriggling around and keeping busy. #SUB2#
De Barros seems to be going for a rear naked choke. He has an arm under Aleksy's chin but Aleksy turns very nicely into De Barros's guard. Good BJJ skills being displayed there by Aleksy.
De Barros looking for a sweep. Not yet De Barros, not yet.
Tytus Aleksy is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SUB2#
De Barros looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
De Barros is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SU#
Aleksy gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
De Barros avoids a punch combination nicely.
De Barros with the counter takedown but Aleksy avoids it easily.#T4##TD2#
De Barros closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
De Barros moves nicely into side control.
Aleksy is not content to let De Barros control the position.
De Barros takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
The ground and pound from De Barros seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
De Barros wants to lay and pray for a moment but Aleksy keeps working.
Aleksy wants to control but De Barros postures up.
De Barros tries to advance to mount but Aleksy denies him.
Aleksy is trying to control De Barros's posture but De Barros avoids it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tytus Aleksy showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Aleksy, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tytus Aleksy!
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Event:
GC 319 De Barros vs Bianchi
Date: Oct 26, 2019 |
#R1#
De Barros tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bianchi manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
De Barros loads up on a big right hand but Bianchi slips the punch.
Bianchi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from De Barros.
Bianchi tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
De Barros doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
De Barros has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Soul Supremacy Rio in the buildup to the fight.
A shot to the liver by De Barros. Beautiful body shot.
De Barros tries to clinch there but Bianchi circles away.
De Barros fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bianchi avoids it really well and circles away.#TD#
Bianchi gets caught flat footed, as De Barros shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
De Barros stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bianchi swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bianchi is controlling De Barros's posture.#T1#
Bianchi wants to stand and escape but De Barros is having none of it. #ES2#
Bianchi pushes De Barros off and scrambles back to his feet.
De Barros has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bianchi finds it's way round the side to connect with De Barros's head.
Bianchi throws a jab when De Barros was well out of range.
De Barros wants to clinch.
Bianchi scores with a jab.
De Barros wants to clinch.
De Barros fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bianchi manages to avoid it.#TD#
De Barros closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Bianchi is looking for a sweep. De Barros is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2#
Bianchi slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bianchi wants to sweep but no luck.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Bianchi holds on and takes a little breather.
De Barros pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bianchi is keeping the position for now.
De Barros throws a big elbow that misses.
De Barros throws a big elbow that misses.
Bianchi avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
De Barros looking to sit in guard and control but Bianchi gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
De Barros looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
De Barros has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Bianchi advances position into side control!
Bianchi landing a few strikes. #T3#
An elbow from Bianchi crashes against the mat.
De Barros is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Bianchi has worked his way into a potential kimura here. De Barros is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Bianchi yanks on the arm and De Barros is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Bianchi.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bobby Bianchi!
Bobby Bianchi 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:
GC 314 De Barros vs Hakekia
Date: Sep 21, 2019 |
#R1#
Hakekia pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
De Barros drops down looking for a counter takedown but Hakekia sprawls and moves away.
The fighters circling - De Barros throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
De Barros connects with a right hand. Hakekia shakes it off.
Horrible takedown attempt by De Barros or perhaps it was just good defense by Hakekia, which made it look bad.
De Barros moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromHakekia.
De Barros ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hakekia moves away.#CL#
De Barros clinches with his opponent.
Hakekia lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC2#
Hakekia breaks from the clinch.
A swing and a miss from De Barros.
Hakekia swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A big left from De Barros misses.
Hakekia looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Barros tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Hakekia defends well and De Barros ends up having to push Hakekia into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
De Barros lands a nice looking body shot.
De Barros goes for a double leg but Hakekia avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Hakekia continues to drive forward.
Hakekia follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernardo De Barros. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hakekia ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A little jabbing left from Hakekia on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1##CL#
De Barros clinches up against the cage.
Hakekia lands a body shot in the clinch.
De Barros is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Hakekia gets through De Barros's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Hakekia lands a right hand that snaps the head of De Barros backwards.
Hakekia lands a body shot.
De Barros is trying to maintain a safe position but Hakekia gets an underhook and turns De Barros into the cage.
Hakekia throws a blind hook that connects with the side of De Barross head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Hakekia.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Hakekia.
De Barros is breathing heavily.
De Barros content to slow the pace in the clinch.
#BC2#
Hakekia breaks from the clinch.
#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Hakekia lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hakekia creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A shot in the inside from Hakekia.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Hakekia as De Barros tries to tie him up.
De Barros jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Hakekia walks away with a smile on his face. De Barros gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #T2##CL#
De Barros drives through and clinches with Hakekia against the cage.
#BC2#
Hakekia breaks from the clinch.
A jab from Hakekia finds it's way through De Barros's defenses. #CUT2#
It looks like Bernardo De Barros has been cut.
De Barros doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Hakekia cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
De Barros shoots in for a takedown but Hakekia shows good takedown defense.
Hakekia looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
De Barros moves out of range as Hakekia strikes.
Alika Hakekia is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
De Barros slips under a jab from Hakekia.
De Barros looks to score with a jab to the body but Hakekia is just out of range.
It seemed like Hakekia was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
De Barros has his takedown stuffed
and Hakekia counters with a straight right hand.#TD#
De Barros shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Hakekia wants to get back to full guard.#T3##SUB#
De Barros is looking for submissions but instead, Hakekia has regained full guard.
De Barros stopping the sweep attempt from Hakekia.
De Barros trying to control but Hakekia is working from the bottom.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hakekia is on top in guard.
#REVB##SUB#
De Barros looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Hakekia passes into side control.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
De Barros is looking for a sweep.#T4#
De Barros throws an elbow to the body but it doesn't land.
Hakekia 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 De Barros's shoulder. That is not cool.
De Barros is looking to regain half guard here but Hakekia keeps moving and retains side control. #SU2#
Hakekia stands up.
De Barros will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Hakekia throws a fast counter high kick but De Barros manages to duck under it in time.
Hakekia blocks a low kick nicely.
De Barros displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hakekia throws out the jab.
De Barros rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Hakekia counters with a stiff right hand. #TD#
De Barros scores with a takedown into Hakekia's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alika Hakekia dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Bernardo De Barros's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Horrible takedown attempt by De Barros or perhaps it was just good defense by Hakekia, which made it look bad.
Hakekia looks like he wants to counter punch here.
De Barros shoots and misses
and Hakekia counters with a straight right hand.
Hakekia takes a body punch but keeps moving.
De Barros with a lazy takedown attempt
and Hakekia connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernardo De Barros. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nice uppercut there from De Barros.
De Barros misses with a hook to the body
and Hakekia connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#ROC2#
De Barros is rocked!
Hakekia might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
De Barros gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Hakekia counters with a crisp right that sends De Barros to the canvas! Hakekia follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alika Hakekia!
Alika Hakekia bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
Skrap Fights 70
Date: Aug 03, 2019 |
#R1#
De Barros uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Trucks.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by De Barros.
De Barros working the ground and pound but Trucks is defending the strikes. #SUB2#
De Barros tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
De Barros is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Trucks is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Trucks gets back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
De Barros is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Trucks sees it coming and defends easily.
De Barros wants to advance to full mount but Trucks doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead. #T1#
Trucks wants to sweep here but De Barros controlling him for the moment.
Trucks keeping moving, preventing De Barros from controlling successfully.
De Barros pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Trucks is keeping the position for now.
De Barros missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Trucks is trying to keep De Barros in close.
De Barros stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Trucks swivels though and keeps the full guard.
De Barros is looking to work some ground and pound but Trucks has wrist control.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
De Barros trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Trucks manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR##SUB2#
De Barros escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Trucks gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
De Barros working for submissions but it's allowed Trucks to get to half guard.
De Barros has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Trucks is keen to just control but De Barros is a slippery customer.
Trucks wants to stand up but De Barros has a hold of him and won't allow it. #SUB2#
De Barros looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Trucks pushes past his half guard into mount!
De Barros has given up his back.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Trucks has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of De Barros's body.
#T3#
Trucks has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Trucks controlling well, preventing De Barros from escaping the position.
De Barros keeps trying to improve his position.
De Barros tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Trucks moves to the back position.
You can see the frustration on De Barros's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
De Barros manages to reverse the position and now he's in Trucks's guard. Nice work there by De Barros.
De Barros wants to control from the top but Trucks keeps moving. #T4#
Trucks trying to control the position here.
De Barros working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Trucks's head.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as De Barros accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
De Barros pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Trucks is keeping the position for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Trucks not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
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 Derek Trucks will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
De Barros uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Trucks.#TD2#
De Barros closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - De Barros lands in his opponent's guard.
De Barros trying to control but Trucks is working from the bottom.
De Barros is looking to work some ground and pound but Trucks has wrist control.
Trucks can't keep his opponent in guard - De Barros advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
De Barros not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Bernardo De Barros has got the better of the ground game so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Barros tries to pass the half guard into mount. Trucks knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
De Barros is working for a submission of some sort.
Trucks keeps control of the position for the meantime. #T1##SUB2#
De Barros is working for a submission of some sort.
De Barros wants to pass the guard but Trucks is defending well. #SUB2#
De Barros is looking for a kimura but Trucks is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for De Barros to get the leverage.
Trucks pushes De Barros off looking to stand but De Barros dives back in and keeps control.
Trucks keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Trucks trying to hold on to De Barros's head to control him but De Barros postures up.
Trucks is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of De Barros's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take De Barros's back!
Trucks biding his time, looking for the opening.
De Barros rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Trucks works his way into side control.
De Barros is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
De Barros is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
De Barros is still trying to improve position.#T3#
A lull in the action here.
De Barros is trying to control Trucks's posture but Trucks avoids it.
De Barros is looking for a sweep.
Trucks wants to lay and pray for a moment but De Barros keeps working.
De Barros tries to improve position but can't.
Trucks taking a breather here. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
De Barros gets back to half guard.
Trucks controlling the action here.#SUB2#
De Barros actively working from the bottom here.
De Barros is trying to get back to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
De Barros gets full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Trucks's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
De Barros is trying to keep Trucks in close.
#SUB2#
De Barros throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Trucks escapes and throws De Barros's legs to the side, diving into side control!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Bernardo De Barros will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
De Barros misses with a hook. Trucks ducked under it nicely.
De Barros has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CUT#
It looks like Bernardo De Barros has been cut.
De Barros misses with an uppercut.
De Barros shoots and misses
and Trucks counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A slapping leg kick lands for Trucks.
Trucks misses with a leg kick.
Trucks uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before De Barros has time to react.
De Barros fails with an attempt to clinch.
Trucks seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
De Barros takes a swing at Trucks's ribcage but misses.
De Barros tries for a takedown but Trucks sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Trucks throws a hook but De Barros blocks it.
Trucks throws a hook but De Barros avoids it easily.
No luck with that takedown attempt from De Barros.
Derek Trucks has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bernardo De Barros.
Trucks lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Trucks defends well against a solid takedown attempt from De Barros.
De Barros darts in looking for a takedown but Trucks gets double underhooks and turns De Barros into the ropes. #T1#
A lazy left from De Barros finds it's target.
De Barros misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Trucks.
De Barros blocks a jab.
Trucks thumps De Barros with a low kick.
De Barros swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Derek Trucks is winning the standup battle so far.
De Barros tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #KD#
Oooooh!!! Trucks has knocked De Barros down with a huge combo! Trucks steps away and waves a wobbly De Barros back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#
De Barros is rocked!
Trucks throws a monster overhand right that drops De Barros! Trucks follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Derek Trucks!
After winning the bout, Derek Trucks 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:
WVTSW S01 WK2A
Date: Jun 16, 2019 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Bernardo De Barros (ranked 800 p4p, 101 weight class) and Enzo Salvatore (ranked 1334 p4p, 168 weight class). Salvatore has chosen Reich mir die Hand as his entrance music. This should be a great matchup!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Bernardo De Barros! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 5 losses; Enzo Salvatore!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Percy O'Donnell and Don Winkell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Salvatore shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Salvatore showed some decent athleticism there. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: De Barros (0) vs (2) Salvatore
De Barros is pressing down on Salvatore's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
De Barros looking for a guillotine here but Salvatore defends easily.
My spies in Rio Fight Academy inform me that Salvatore has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
De Barros keeping full guard, as Salvatore tries to pass.
We've been hearing good reports from De Barros's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Salvatore is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Salvatore stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. De Barros swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Barros keeping moving, preventing Salvatore from controlling successfully.
De Barros looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
That's one minute gone in the round.
De Barros has his foot on Salvatore's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Salvatore works his way back into a safe position though.
De Barros throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Salvatore advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: De Barros (0) vs (5) Salvatore
Salvatore trying to control the position but De Barros is working away.
De Barros tries to bench press Salvatore off him but Salvatore keeps the position.
Salvatore thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Salvatore is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt De Barros will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
De Barros tries to improve position but can't.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Salvatore trying to control the position but De Barros is working away.
De Barros is looking to reverse the position.
Salvatore trying to control the action but De Barros is working from the bottom.
Salvatore is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but De Barros is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
De Barros is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Salvatore off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: De Barros (4) vs (5) Salvatore
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
De Barros seems to be going for a rear naked choke. He has an arm under Salvatore's chin but Salvatore turns very nicely into De Barros's guard. Good BJJ skills being displayed there by Salvatore.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: De Barros (4) vs (7) Salvatore
De Barros had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Salvatore defends it easily.
Salvatore is pushing down on De Barros's leg trying to pass to half guard. De Barros is fighting to maintain full guard but Salvatore has managed to sneak the leg through.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Salvatore wants to work for an arm triangle but De Barros is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Salvatore is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. De Barros doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Salvatore.
Salvatore is looking for a kimura here.
Salvatore is thwarting De Barros's attempts to control the position.
Salvatore is taking a breather. De Barros 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.
Salvatore is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. De Barros doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Salvatore.
De Barros looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
De Barros moves into full guard.
De Barros keeping moving, preventing Salvatore from controlling successfully.
De Barros 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.
Salvatore works a leg free and moves into half guard.
De Barros tries to get to full guard but Salvatore has control of the leg.
Salvatore seems to be looking for submissions.
De Barros slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
De Barros not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Salvatore trying to control the position from guard on top but De Barros is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Salvatore slips nicely into half guard.
De Barros is looking for a sweep. Salvatore is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Salvatore looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
De Barros wants to get back to full guard.
Salvatore is working for a kimura but De Barros is defending it quite comfortably.
Salvatore is trying to control the action in half guard but De Barros is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
De Barros is looking for a sweep. Salvatore is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Salvatore trying to control the action but De Barros is working from the bottom.
De Barros trying to hold on to Salvatore's head to control him but Salvatore postures up.
De Barros is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Salvatore pulls his head out easily.
Salvatore is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, De Barros has managed to free his arm - good work.
De Barros wants to get back to full guard.
Salvatore is looking for a kimura here.
De Barros gets full guard.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Salvatore trying to control the position from guard on top but De Barros is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
De Barros looking for a guillotine here but Salvatore defends easily.
De Barros tries to land a sweep but no joy.
De Barros looking for subs off his back but Salvatore has passed one foot through into half guard.
Still in half guard, Salvatore seems content to control.
De Barros wants to improve his position but Salvatore is controlling well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
De Barros gets full guard.
De Barros looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Salvatore passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: De Barros (4) vs (10) Salvatore
De Barros struggling a bit here.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Salvatore swings around for an armbar but De Barros sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Salvatore's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: De Barros (6) vs (10) Salvatore
Salvatore working a defensive guard here.
De Barros trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Salvatore manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: De Barros (6) vs (12) Salvatore
Salvatore pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. De Barros is keeping the position for now.
Salvatore trying to control the position from guard on top but De Barros is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
De Barros looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Salvatore trying to control the position from guard on top but De Barros is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
De Barros has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Salvatore can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
De Barros has his foot on Salvatore's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Salvatore works his way back into a safe position though.
Salvatore slips nicely into half guard.
Salvatore looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Salvatore is looking for a kimura but De Barros is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Salvatore to get the leverage.
De Barros looking for submissions off his back.
Salvatore wants to control but De Barros is keeping him busy.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
De Barros looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
De Barros is looking for a sweep. Salvatore is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
De Barros is staying active underneath Salvatore, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Salvatore is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Salvatore in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. De Barros tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Salvatore!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Enzo Salvatore!
Enzo Salvatore took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, RESISTANCE for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
WVTSW S01 WK1A
Date: Jun 09, 2019 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Bernardo De Barros (ranked 802 p4p, 104 weight class) and Jesus St Pierre (ranked 2510 p4p, 276 weight class). Man, I cannot wait for this one!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Bernardo De Barros! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Jesus St Pierre!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Timothy Bukovac and Frank Antenori.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
De Barros has managed to clinch.
De Barros jumps guard but St Pierre turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
St Pierre gets control of De Barros's arms and successfully pulls guard. St Pierre will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
De Barros wants to pass the guard but St Pierre is keeping the position.
De Barros pushes down on St Pierre's leg and manages to get into half guard.
De Barros seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead St Pierre has recovered full guard.
St Pierre working a defensive guard here.
St Pierre is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Barros works a leg free and moves into half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from De Barros's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
St Pierre tries to roll over but De Barros keeps him under control.
St Pierre is pressing down on De Barros's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
That's one minute gone in the round.
De Barros pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. St Pierre is keeping the position for now.
St Pierre trying to control the position.
De Barros drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but St Pierre manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now De Barros has St Pierre in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: De Barros (0) vs (2) St Pierre
St Pierre tries to free his leg and advance position but De Barros is retaining full guard.
De Barros not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
De Barros looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
De Barros looking for a guillotine here but St Pierre defends easily.
St Pierre pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. De Barros is keeping the position for now.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
De Barros has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. St Pierre is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for De Barros. Score +3 for passing guard: De Barros (0) vs (5) St Pierre
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
St Pierre tries to move to mount but De Barros blocks the move with his legs.
De Barros is trying to improve his position.
St Pierre is trying to move to mount but De Barros reverses beautifully and ends up in St Pierre's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: De Barros (2) vs (5) St Pierre
St Pierre not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
De Barros drops back, looking for a kneebar! St Pierre looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. St Pierre looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from St Pierre! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: De Barros (2) vs (9) St Pierre
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
De Barros gets back to half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
De Barros tries to roll over but St Pierre keeps him under control.
De Barros trying to control but St Pierre postures up.
St Pierre has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: De Barros (2) vs (12) St Pierre
De Barros bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: De Barros (4) vs (12) St Pierre
St Pierre controls De Barros momentarily but De Barros frees himself.
De Barros trying to move into half guard but instead St Pierre has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: De Barros (4) vs (14) St Pierre
De Barros is looking for a triangle but St Pierre pushes his legs off easily.
St Pierre slips nicely into half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
St Pierre works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: De Barros (4) vs (17) St Pierre
St Pierre sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
St Pierre fails to take his opponent's back.
De Barros regains half guard.
St Pierre looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
De Barros looking for subs from the bottom but St Pierre mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: De Barros (4) vs (20) St Pierre
That's five minutes gone in the round.
De Barros tries to control St Pierre's body but St Pierre pushes him off. De Barros squirms to his side and now St Pierre has his back! Score +3 for taking back: De Barros (4) vs (23) St Pierre
St Pierre trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
St Pierre is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. De Barros defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
St Pierre struggling to keep hold of the position.
St Pierre tightening his grip on De Barros, looking for the choke.
St Pierre keeps control of the position as De Barros tries to break free.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
De Barros breaks St Pierre's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: De Barros (6) vs (23) St Pierre
De Barros pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. St Pierre is keeping the position for now.
De Barros stopping the sweep attempt from St Pierre.
St Pierre is looking for a triangle but De Barros pushes his legs off easily.
De Barros trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
De Barros passes into half guard.
De Barros is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: De Barros (9) vs (23) St Pierre
De Barros moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, St Pierre has worked his arm free - good work by St Pierre!
St Pierre tries to buck De Barros off but De Barros is having none of it.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
St Pierre keeps trying to improve his position.
De Barros is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but St Pierre is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
St Pierre is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
De Barros tries for a kimura but St Pierre is defending well.
St Pierre manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: De Barros (9) vs (25) St Pierre
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
De Barros trying to control here.
St Pierre seems to be looking for submissions.
De Barros is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but St Pierre pulls his head out easily.
De Barros moves into full guard.
St Pierre passes De Barros's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
De Barros looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
St Pierre controlling the pace.
De Barros is staying active underneath St Pierre, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
De Barros is looking to improve his position.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
De Barros trying to control but St Pierre postures up.
De Barros looking for a kimura from the bottom but St Pierre passes into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: De Barros (9) vs (28) St Pierre
De Barros is trying to improve his position.
St Pierre wants to control but De Barros is keeping him busy.
De Barros tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but St Pierre wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
St Pierre wants to lay and pray for a moment but De Barros keeps working.
De Barros looking for a sweep but St Pierre has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: De Barros (9) vs (30) St Pierre
De Barros is trying desperately to improve position.
St Pierre trying to control but De Barros is having none of it.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
De Barros can't escape the position.
St Pierre is looking to work his way around to De Barros's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
De Barros 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.
St Pierre wants to lay and pray for a moment but De Barros keeps working.
De Barros wants to control but St Pierre is keeping busy.
De Barros is looking for a sweep. St Pierre is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
De Barros looking for submissions off his back.
De Barros wants to improve his position but St Pierre is controlling well.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
De Barros is not content to let St Pierre control the position.
St Pierre wants to pass the guard but De Barros is defending well.
De Barros wants to get back to full guard but St Pierre has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: De Barros (9) vs (33) St Pierre
St Pierre takes De Barros's back. Score +3 for taking back: De Barros (9) vs (36) St Pierre
De Barros is really stuck here.
St Pierre has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
De Barros is in bad spot here.
St Pierre is persistently looking for the submission but De Barros is defending it well.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
De Barros tries to break free.
De Barros rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
De Barros is looking for a sweep. St Pierre is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
St Pierre wants to pass to mount but De Barros is defending the position.
De Barros looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
De Barros is looking to improve his position.
De Barros actively working from the bottom here.
De Barros is breathing heavily.
St Pierre is keen to just control but De Barros is a slippery customer.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
St Pierre tries to pass the half guard into mount. De Barros knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
De Barros looking for submissions off his back.
St Pierre trying to control from half guard but De Barros is working away.
St Pierre is working for a submission of some sort.
De Barros looking for submissions off his back.
St Pierre works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: De Barros (9) vs (39) St Pierre
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
St Pierre controlling from the full mount.
St Pierre moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: De Barros (9) vs (42) St Pierre
St Pierre keeps control of the position as De Barros tries to break free.
De Barros fending off the submission attempt from St Pierre.
De Barros tries to break free.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
De Barros won't enjoy being in this position. St Pierre looking for the choke. Oh... he's slipped the arm under the neck - De Barros is tapping - it's over boys! St Pierre picks up the submission victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Jesus St Pierre!
During a confident post fight interview, Jesus St Pierre thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
TAFC: Fujimoto v Van Rooy
Date: May 11, 2019 |
#R1#
A swing and a miss from De Barros.
De Barros shoots in for a double leg but Gracie sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#CL2#
De Barros clinches up against the cage.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
De Barros tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Gracie smiles and moves away.
Gracie tries to move into range but De Barros moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
De Barros throws the left hand but Gracie avoids the punch easily.
Gracie lands with a straight right. De Barros didn't see that one coming.
Gracie uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from De Barros.
Gracie scores with a hook to the body. De Barros takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #TD#
Gracie gets a takedown into half guard.
De Barros punching from the bottom.
De Barros trying to control here.
#SUB2#
De Barros looking for submissions off his back.#T1#
Gracie trying to mount his opponent but De Barros defends it.
Gracie prevents De Barros from improving his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gracie is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Gracie trying to mount his opponent but De Barros defends it. #SUB2#
De Barros actively working from the bottom here.
Gracie seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but De Barros does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Gracie looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks De Barros with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB#
Gracie is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Gracie works his way into side control.
De Barros is looking for a sweep.
De Barros manages to get back to half guard.
Gracie perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB2#
De Barros looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
We've been hearing that Gracie has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
De Barros is looking for a sweep. Gracie is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gracie blocks the strikes from De Barros.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
De Barros manages to get to full guard.
De Barros 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.#T3##SUB2#
De Barros throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
De Barros escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gracie gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
De Barros is trying to keep Gracie in close.
#SUB2#
De Barros is looking for a triangle here but Gracie uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
De Barros being controlled for a moment.
De Barros tries to bench press Gracie off him but Gracie keeps the position. #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.
De Barros regains half guard.
Gracie seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but De Barros does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
De Barros looking for submissions off his back.
Gracie working the head and body with strikes. #SUB#
Gracie is working for a submission of some sort.
De Barros slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
De Barros working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gracie doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gracie manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Raul Gracie dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2##TD#
Gracie shoots in and bounces De Barros off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#SUB2#
De Barros had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gracie defends it easily.#SUB2#
De Barros throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
De Barros has his foot on Gracie's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Gracie works his way back into a safe position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
De Barros looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
De Barros being controlled here, momentarily.
Gracie stopping the sweep attempt from De Barros.
Gracie is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that De Barros can do to turn this around?#T1#
Gracie passes easily into side control. Nice work.
De Barros is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
De Barros is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Gracie is pressing down on De Barros's thigh, looking to free his foot. De Barros is holding on for now.
Gracie works his way into full mount!
De Barros srikes from the bottom but he's lost position and has given up his back.
Raul Gracie overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
De Barros manages to reverse the position and now he's in Gracie's guard. Nice work there by De Barros.
#T2#
De Barros trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
De Barros throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Gracie not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
De Barros is pushing down on Gracie's leg trying to pass to half guard. Gracie is fighting to maintain full guard but De Barros has managed to sneak the leg through.
De Barros sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Gracie defending well though.
Gracie is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
De Barros not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
De Barros takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
De Barros wants to pass to mount but Gracie is defending the position.
Gracie has hold of De Barros's hands but De Barros slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
De Barros working Gracie over with strikes. #T3##SUB2#
De Barros wants to work for an arm triangle but Gracie is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
De Barros is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Gracie sees it coming and defends easily.
Gracie wants to get back to full guard.
Gracie is trying to control but can't.
De Barros working the head and body with strikes.
Gracie moves into full guard.
#SUB#
Gracie looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Gracie is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
De Barros moves into full guard.
#T4#
De Barros striking off his back but it's not causing Gracie any problems. #SUB2#
Gracie got a little sloppy there for a moment and De Barros has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Gracie has managed to get both his arms back between De Barros's legs - danger averted.
Gracie trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
De Barros trying to keep a closed guard but Gracie is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2#
De Barros escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gracie gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
De Barros has his foot on Gracie's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Gracie works his way back into a safe position though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
De Barros working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gracie doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gracie manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Gracie is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Bernardo De Barros will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
De Barros tries to clinch up#TD#
and Gracie counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
De Barros wants to sweep but Gracie has passed to side control!
De Barros is not content to let Gracie control the position.
De Barros regains half guard.#SUB#
Gracie looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB#
Gracie is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
De Barros actively working from the bottom here.
De Barros trying to control here.
De Barros is refusing to be controlled, as Gracie sits in half guard. #SUB#
Gracie is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
De Barros wants to improve his position but Gracie is controlling well.
Gracie works his way into full mount! #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
De Barros is in all sorts of trouble here.
De Barros regains half guard.
De Barros is looking for a sweep. Gracie is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Gracie is looking for a kimura but De Barros is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Gracie to get the leverage.
Gracie is trying to control the action in half guard but De Barros is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Gracie is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, De Barros has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
De Barros looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3#
De Barros is trying to get back to full guard.
Gracie is pressing down on De Barros's thigh, looking to free his foot. De Barros is holding on for now.
De Barros is trying to get back to full guard.
Gracie working over De Barros with some ground and pound. De Barros looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB#
Gracie is working for a kimura but De Barros is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
De Barros looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Gracie is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. De Barros doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Gracie. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
De Barros trying to control here.
#SUB2#
De Barros is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gracie pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
De Barros actively working from the bottom here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gracie looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
De Barros trying to control from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Raul Gracie showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Gracie 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 Topper Green scores the fight 29:28
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 30:27
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 30:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Raul Gracie!
A relieved looking Raul Gracie thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
TAFC: Mark v Ispa 2
Date: Apr 20, 2019 |
#R1#
Yanovich fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
De Barros staying out of range there.
Yanovich throws a jab but it's blocked by De Barros.
De Barros doesn't manage to clinch there - Yanovich circles away.
Yanovich has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
De Barros fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Yanovich manages to avoid it.
Yanovich connects with a looping right hand.
De Barros with a poor takedown
and Yanovich connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
De Barros is looking to clinch but Yanovich is avoiding it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Yanovich! But no joy.
De Barros connects with a body shot.
De Barros tries to clinch up but Yanovich circles away and keeps his distance.
Bernardo De Barros seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
De Barros misses with a looping left.
De Barros looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
De Barros is looking to clinch but Yanovich is avoiding it.
De Barros throws a lazy uppercut
and De Barros takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
De Barros dives in for a single leg takedown but Yanovich sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Yanovich throws a jab but it's blocked by De Barros.
De Barros swings for the body but Yanovich moves out of range.
De Barros shoots for a double leg takedown but Yanovich sprawls well. He's pushed De Barros's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
It seemed like Yanovich was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernardo De Barros. That's going to take a lot out of him.
De Barros misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Yanovich.
Yanovich wants to counter with a clinch but De Barros pushes him away.
De Barros tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Yanovich manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
De Barros misses with an uppercut.
Yanovich moves out of range of the strikes.#T1#
De Barros misses with a straight right.
De Barros goes for a double leg but Yanovich avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Yanovich continues to drive forward.
De Barros tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Yanovich swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Yanovich lunges at De Barros with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by De Barros's hand.
De Barros moves out of range of the strikes.#CL2#
Yanovich closes the distance and pushes De Barros back into the cage.
De Barros tries to pull guard but Yanovich holds him up against the cage and eventually De Barros drops back down to his feet.
Still in the clinch, Yanovich scores with a nice short uppercut.
Yanovich is leaning against De Barros and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#BC2#
Yanovich manages to break the clinch.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Yanovich, as that shot connected.
#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by De Barros.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Yanovich is looking to regain half guard here but De Barros keeps moving and retains side control.
De Barros in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time. #T2#
Yanovich is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
De Barros tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no De Barros has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Yanovich on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
De Barros advances to full mount.
De Barros with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
De Barros breaks from Yanovich's wrist control and lands an elbow. #SUB#
De Barros looking to secure an arm triangle but Yanovich defends it well.
Yanovich stops De Barros from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. #SUB#
De Barros is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Yanovich has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Yanovich! #T3#
De Barros working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Yanovich. #SUB#
De Barros has his foot on Yanovich's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Yanovich works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Yanovich avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Yanovich is posturing up here but De Barros has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Yanovich tries to roll out but it's too tight and Yanovich has to tap! Slick submission there by De Barros!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bernardo De Barros!
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Event:
TAFC: Fujimoto v Shorton
Date: Mar 30, 2019 |
#R1#
De Barros shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
De Barros throws a looping overhand right but Lermontov ducks down to avoid it.
Lermontov misses with a looping right.
De Barros shoots in but no luck this time.
Lermontov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Lermontov scores with a body shot.
Lermontov throws a big shot that misses.
A cross from Lermontov lands.
Lermontov misses with a lunging right hand
#TD#
and De Barros counters with a single leg into guard. Lermontov didn't expect that.
De Barros throws an elbow that misses. Lermontov uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in De Barros's guard. Nice move by Lermontov!#REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
De Barros has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Lermontov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
De Barros throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Lermontov escapes and throws De Barros's legs to the side, diving into side control!
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!
De Barros tries to buck Lermontov off but Lermontov is having none of it.
De Barros 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.#T1##SU2#
Lermontov decides to stand back up. Lermontov steps back and let's De Barros get back to his feet.
De Barros swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lermontov slips under a jab.
De Barros tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lermontov was well out of range. Poor timing from De Barros.
De Barros shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Lermontov sprawls well. Lermontov wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. De Barros gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernardo De Barros. That's going to take a lot out of him.
De Barros takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lermontov cracks De Barros with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
De Barros tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lermontov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
It seemed like Lermontov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Lermontov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
De Barros slips a jab from Lermontov.
De Barros on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Lermontov. Lermontov obviously looking to wear him down.
Lermontov misses with a wild combination.
De Barros attempts a counter takedown but Lermontov avoids it well and moves away.
Lermontov jabs De Barros to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T2#
Lermontov lands with a cross.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
De Barros slips a straight right by Lermontov.
Lermontov lands with a straight right. De Barros didn't see that one coming.
De Barros throws the left hand but Lermontov avoids the punch easily.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
De Barros tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lermontov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and De Barros connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lermontov scrambles back to his feet.
Lermontov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
#TD#
De Barros gets a double leg takedown into Lermontov's guard.
De Barros pushes down on Lermontov's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Lermontov is trying to stand.
Lermontov keeping hold of De Barros's head, controlling as best he can.
Lermontov looks like he's trying to stand up.
#SUB#
De Barros wants to work for an arm triangle but Lermontov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T3#
De Barros thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
De Barros throwing shots but Lermontov is blocking nicely.
Lermontov has his hands clasped together around De Barros's back. He's all about the action.
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. De Barros connects with a nice short shot to Lermontov's temple.
De Barros has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
De Barros is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Lermontov!
Lermontov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Lermontov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB#
De Barros moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Lermontov has worked his arm free - good work by Lermontov!
De Barros working the ground and pound but Lermontov is defending the strikes.
Lermontov manages to work his way to half guard, despite De Barros's best efforts.
De Barros wants to advance to full mount but Lermontov doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead. #T4#
De Barros tries to free his leg and advance position but Lermontov is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
De Barros lying in Lermontov's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Lermontov decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! De Barros taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Fiyero Lermontov!
Fiyero Lermontov is the new lightweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Fiyero Lermontov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
TAFC: De Barros v Weechar'san
Date: Feb 23, 2019 |
#R1#
Weecharangsan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but De Barros manages to avoid it.
Weecharangsan throws a combination but it was largely blocked by De Barros.
Weecharangsan blocks a jab.
Weecharangsan wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
The fight stays on the outside here - De Barros looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Weecharangsan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#TD2#
De Barros scores with a takedown into Weecharangsan's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
De Barros trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
De Barros trying to control the position from guard on top but Weecharangsan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
De Barros trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
De Barros avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Weecharangsan has his foot on De Barros's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. De Barros works his way back into a safe position though.
De Barros engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T1#
De Barros forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
De Barros is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Weecharangsan on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #SUB2#
De Barros looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Weecharangsan tries to roll over but De Barros keeps him under control.
Weecharangsan is working hard here to advance position.#T2#
De Barros is keen to just control but Weecharangsan is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
De Barros is looking for a kimura but Weecharangsan is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for De Barros to get the leverage.
Weecharangsan is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Weecharangsan looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
De Barros wants to free his trapped foot but Weecharangsan is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
De Barros is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Weecharangsan is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bernardo De Barros!
Bernardo De Barros is the new lightweight champion!
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Event:
TAFC: Biffs & Brawls 4
Date: Feb 03, 2019 |
#R1#
Padilla waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract De Barros.
Padilla cracks the inside of De Barros's front leg.
De Barros takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
De Barros blocks a jab.
Padilla throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Padilla pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
De Barros looks for a takedown but Padilla sprawls well.
Padilla misses with a head kick.
De Barros misses with a hook. Padilla ducked under it nicely.
Padilla tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but De Barros was well out of range. Poor timing from Padilla.
A swing and a miss from Padilla.#TD#
De Barros fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Padilla sprawls well initially but De Barros persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #ES2#
Padilla kicks off De Barros and gets to his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Padilla thows a body kick. De Barros tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Padilla keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#CL#
De Barros rushes Padilla and presses him up against the cage.
Nice elbow from Padilla.
Nice body punch from Padilla. #T1#
De Barros jumps guard but Padilla turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernardo De Barros. That's going to take a lot out of him.
De Barros looking to stall.
De Barros prevents a body shot from Padilla.
De Barros leaning his opponent against the cage.
A short uppercut from Padilla. #BC2#
Padilla escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Padilla lands a slapping body shot.
Padilla lands with a slapping head kick. #CUT2#
It looks like Bernardo De Barros has been cut.
Padilla slips a jab from De Barros.
De Barros misses with a wild body shot.
Padilla swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#TD#
De Barros closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Padilla to the mat! Padilla manages to get full guard.
Padilla pulls De Barros in to control the position.
De Barros preventing the sweep.
De Barros trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
De Barros scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Padilla keeping moving, preventing De Barros from controlling successfully.
Padilla really doesn't want to stay on the ground with De Barros. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T2#
De Barros pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Padilla is keeping the position for now.
De Barros has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB2#
Padilla working for a triangle but De Barros defends it easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Padilla looking to hit a scissor sweep but De Barros is one step ahead there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
De Barros pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Padilla is keeping the position for now.
De Barros working some strikes from top position.
De Barros pushes down on Padilla's leg and manages to get into half guard.
De Barros seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T3#
Padilla wants to control but De Barros is keeping busy.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
De Barros is looking to advance position but Padilla won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Padilla is trying to control but can't.
#SUB#
De Barros is working for a kimura but Padilla is defending it quite comfortably.
De Barros is trying to control. Padilla wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Padilla slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
De Barros looking to sit in guard and control but Padilla gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
De Barros has his foot on Padilla's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Padilla works his way back into a safe position though.#T4##SUB#
De Barros working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Padilla doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Padilla manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
De Barros keeping moving, preventing Padilla from controlling successfully.
De Barros manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Padilla manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Padilla keeping full guard, as De Barros tries to pass. #SUB#
De Barros has gone for a leg lock! Padilla slips out almost immediately though and dives into De Barros's guard.#REVB##SUB#
De Barros working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Padilla doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but De Barros is tightening it up a little... Padilla has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Padilla reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Padilla taps out! Nice BJJ there by De Barros!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Bernardo De Barros!
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Event:
SyFi - Aftermath 2
Date: Dec 30, 2018 |
#R1#
De Barros ducks under a wild hook from Coburn.
De Barros with a poor takedown
and Coburn makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
De Barros darts in looking for a takedown but Coburn gets double underhooks and turns De Barros into the cage.
De Barros has his takedown stuffed
enabling Coburn to counter with a crisp jab.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernardo De Barros. That's going to take a lot out of him.
De Barros shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Coburn counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
De Barros with a lazy takedown attempt
and Coburn counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL#
De Barros gets in close and instigates a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Barros tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Coburn just stands there and leans against the cage.
De Barros tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
De Barros 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.
Coburn makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Coburn stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#BC2#
Coburn manages to break the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A cross from Coburn lands.#CUT2#
It looks like Bernardo De Barros has been cut.#T1#
Coburn circles away from the clinch attempt
and Coburn counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
De Barros with a poor takedown
letting Coburn counter with a right hand.
Coburn tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but De Barros was well out of range. Poor timing from Coburn.
De Barros tries for a takedown but Coburn circles away easily
and Coburn counters with a right hand to the body. #TD#
Coburn gets caught napping as De Barros dives in and scores a takedown. Coburn manages to retain guard.
Coburn pulls De Barros in close to prevent any damage.
De Barros trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
De Barros prevents Coburn from getting back to his feet.
De Barros pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Coburn is keeping the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Coburn 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.
Coburn wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
De Barros wants to control from the top but Coburn keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
De Barros fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Coburn avoids it really well and circles away.
De Barros tries to clinch but Coburn moves away
and Coburn counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Coburn displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from De Barros. #T3##TD#
De Barros throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Coburn was covering up waiting for the punch and De Barros finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Coburn manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. De Barros manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##SUB#
De Barros working for submissions but it's allowed Coburn to get to half guard.
De Barros is staying active underneath Coburn, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
De Barros trying to control but Coburn postures up.
De Barros is looking for a sweep. Coburn is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
De Barros with the active half guard here but Coburn passes nicely into side control.#T4#
Coburn working away.
Coburn lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
De Barros can't do much from the bottom here.
You can see the frustration on De Barros's face as Coburn controls the position.
Coburn scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at De Barros to see if he's OK.
You can see the frustration on De Barros's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
De Barros manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kevin Coburn dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Bernardo De Barros's cut.
That's time! De Barros's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
De Barros tries to clinch there but Coburn circles away.
Coburn is clearly trying to counter these attacks from De Barros with a body shot.
De Barros with a lazy takedown attempt
and Coburn counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
De Barros misses with a takedown attempt
letting Coburn counter with a right hand.
De Barros misses with a takedown
and Coburn connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernardo De Barros. That's going to take a lot out of him.
De Barros shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Coburn counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#ROC2#
De Barros is rocked!
De Barros tries for a takedown but Coburn sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Coburn throws out a counter right but De Barros avoids it with no problem.
Coburn has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
De Barros shoots for a takedown but Coburn saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Barros misses with a takedown attempt - Coburn sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
De Barros shoots in for a double leg but Coburn sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Coburn now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
De Barros looks to clinch
enabling Coburn to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
De Barros wants to clinch but Coburn slips to the side
and Coburn makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
De Barros throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Coburn sees it coming and avoids it easily.#TD#
De Barros shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Coburn is trying to defend but De Barros finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#SUB#
Coburn is defending against the submission attempts here by De Barros.
Coburn is pressing down on De Barros's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
De Barros is pushing down on Coburn's leg trying to pass to half guard. Coburn is fighting to maintain full guard but De Barros has managed to sneak the leg through.
Coburn slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
De Barros won't allow Coburn to get back to his feet. #T2#
Coburn working a defensive guard here.
De Barros trying to control the position from guard on top but Coburn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
De Barros trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Coburn bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in De Barros's guard. #REVB#
Coburn wants to control from the top but De Barros keeps moving. #SUB#
De Barros throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Coburn content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB#
Coburn avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T3#
De Barros has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Coburn has passed into side control.
De Barros prevents Coburn from moving into mount.
Coburn taking a breather here.
Coburn gets to mount! De Barros was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Coburn controlling the pace for now.
De Barros is working to get back to half guard.
#T4#
De Barros is working hard here to advance position.
De Barros regains half guard.
Kevin Coburn has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
De Barros looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
De Barros is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Coburn pulls his head out easily.
Coburn scoring with strikes to the body and head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Coburn is keen to just control but De Barros is a slippery customer.
Coburn is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kevin Coburn showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Bernardo De Barros's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
De Barros with a poor takedown
and De Barros takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
De Barros shoots in and drives through. Coburn sprawls well.
Coburn throws out a counter right but De Barros avoids it with no problem.
De Barros goes for a double leg but Coburn avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Coburn continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernardo De Barros. That's going to take a lot out of him.
De Barros fails with the takedown
and Coburn counters with a left to the body.
De Barros has his takedown stuffed
and Coburn counters with a nice uppercut.
Coburn tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but De Barros was well out of range. Poor timing from Coburn.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Barros fails with the takedown.
Coburn is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Coburn slaps away a takedown attempt from De Barros, before circling back to the center of the mat.
It seemed like Coburn was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Coburn has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as De Barros is landing a low percentage of strikes.#T1#
De Barros misses with a takedown
enabling Coburn to counter with a crisp jab.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
De Barros misses with a takedown attempt - Coburn sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
De Barros shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Coburn as he avoids it easily.
Coburn appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
De Barros tries to pull guard but Coburn holds him up against the cage and eventually De Barros drops back down to his feet.
A short left from Coburn.
Coburn lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
De Barros takes a shot to the head.
De Barros is trying to pull guard but Coburn has him pressed against the cage.
De Barros is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Coburn to keep the fight standing.
De Barros tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Coburn smiles and moves away.
#T2#
De Barros misses with a hook
and Coburn counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Oh De Barros is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
De Barros is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
De Barros seems to have got his legs back now.
De Barros has his takedown stuffed
enabling Coburn to counter with a crisp jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
BOOM! Coburn lands a beautiful left hook that drops De Barros. De Barros tries to recover but Coburn is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and De Barros lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:30 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kevin Coburn!
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Event:
SyFi 133
Date: Nov 25, 2018 |
#R1#
Golovkin throws a hook to the side of De Barros's head but De Barros sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#TD2#
De Barros feints and as Golovkin raises his hands in defense, De Barros changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
De Barros stopping the sweep attempt from Golovkin.
De Barros trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Golovkin wants to sweep here but De Barros controlling him for the moment.
Golovkin is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst De Barros is controlling him.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
De Barros is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Golovkin is pulling down on De Barros's head. It's preventing any offense from De Barros, at least for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Barros postures up.
Golovkin is really struggling to control De Barros but he's trying to hold on to the position.
De Barros in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Golovkin is trying to keep De Barros in close.
Golovkin 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.#T1#
De Barros stands and throws Golovkin's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Golovkin tries to bench press De Barros off him but De Barros keeps the position.
De Barros tries to move into full mount but can't pass Golovkin's legs. #SUB2#
De Barros looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
My spies in Soul Supremacy Rio inform me that De Barros has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Golovkin is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
De Barros thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
De Barros thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
De Barros tries for a kimura but Golovkin is defending well.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
De Barros tries to move into full mount but can't pass Golovkin's legs. #T2#
Golovkin is trying to control De Barros's posture but De Barros avoids it.
De Barros is putting a hurting on Golovkin here, landing some big shots from side control. #SUB2#
De Barros tries for a kimura but Golovkin is defending well.
Golovkin is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at BAD BOY MMA that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Golovkin manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Golovkin is holding on to half guard well.
Golovkin trying to control but De Barros postures up.
De Barros thows a huge punch but Golovkin dodges it nicely.
De Barros trying to control from half guard but Golovkin is working away. #SUB2#
De Barros is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Golovkin defends it well. #SUB2#
De Barros looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#T3##SUB2#
De Barros looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Golovkin desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Golovkin is staying active underneath De Barros, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Golovkin looks like he's trying to stand up.
#SUB2#
De Barros is working for a kimura but Golovkin is defending it quite comfortably.
#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
De Barros is trying to control. Golovkin wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Golovkin wants to control but De Barros is keeping busy.
De Barros works his way into full mount!
Golovkin has given up his back. Will we see De Barros going for some submissions?
#SUB2#
Golovkin fending off the submission attempt from De Barros. #SUB2#
De Barros working for the choke.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Golovkin avoids the strikes from De Barros.
De Barros controlling well, preventing Golovkin from escaping the position.
#SUB2#
De Barros has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bernardo De Barros dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
De Barros shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Golovkin as he jumps to the side.
Golovkin misses with a body shot.
De Barros is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Golovkin misses with a hook.
Golovkin lands a body shot.
De Barros has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
De Barros uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Golovkin.#TD2#
Golovkin tries to sprawl but De Barros drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
De Barros is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Golovkin is just riding it out for now. De Barros eventually gives up the hold.
De Barros prevents Golovkin from improving his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
De Barros is trying to work for a kimura but Golovkin is defending well.
Golovkin keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Golovkin continues to stall.#T1#
Golovkin wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
De Barros is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Golovkin has managed to free his arm - good work.
Golovkin wants to improve his position but De Barros is controlling well.
#SUB2#
De Barros is trying to work for a kimura but Golovkin is defending well.
Golovkin knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for De Barros on the ground.
De Barros is trying to control the action in half guard but Golovkin is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Golovkin tries to get to full guard but De Barros has control of the leg.
Golovkin trying to control but De Barros postures up.
Golovkin desperately trying to maintain half guard. #SUB2#
Golovkin is defending against the submission attempts here by De Barros.
#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Golovkin won't allow De Barros to pass to mount.
De Barros prevents Golovkin from standing back up.
#SUB2#
De Barros is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Golovkin doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time De Barros.
Golovkin tries to roll over but De Barros keeps him under control.
De Barros tries to pass the half guard into mount. Golovkin knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
De Barros prevents Golovkin from improving his position.#SUB2#
De Barros is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Golovkin doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time De Barros. #T3#
Golovkin wants to improve his position but De Barros is controlling well.
Golovkin trying to control here.
Golovkin is controlling De Barros's position as best he can from this difficult position.#SUB2#
De Barros is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
De Barros is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Golovkin sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
De Barros is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Golovkin is doing well to control the position and prevent De Barros from advancing to side control.#SUB2#
De Barros is trying to work for a kimura but Golovkin is defending well.
Golovkin makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Golovkin.
Golovkin looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Golovkin is on top in guard.
#REVR#
De Barros can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Golovkin controls the pace.#SUB2#
De Barros is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Bernardo De Barros will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
De Barros drives through with a takedown into guard.
Golovkin keeping moving, preventing De Barros from controlling successfully.
Golovkin lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Golovkin with a flurry of punches that miss.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Golovkin accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
De Barros keeping moving, preventing Golovkin from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
De Barros escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Golovkin gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
De Barros working for a triangle but Golovkin defends it easily.
De Barros working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Golovkin. #T1#
Golovkin looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
De Barros has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Golovkin can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
De Barros is looking for a triangle but Golovkin pushes his legs off easily.
De Barros has a closed guard, preventing Golovkin from standing up.
Golovkin missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SU#
Golovkin gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Golovkin fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
De Barros gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Golovkin throws a nice looking combination but De Barros bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
De Barros shoots in for a takedown but Golovkin shows good takedown defense. #T2#
Golovkin tests De Barros's chin there with a solid looking shot.
De Barros shoots in looking for a takedown but Golovkin manages to keep the fight standing, pushing De Barros's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
De Barros keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Golovkin punishes De Barros's body with a nice straight punch.
Golovkin scores with a nice head shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
De Barros avoids a punch combination nicely.
Decent striking displayed by Golovkin there.
Gennady Golovkin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
De Barros takes a shot right to the bread basket.
De Barros is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Golovkin jabbing away but nothing is landing.
De Barros fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Gennady Golovkin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bernardo De Barros.
Golovkin keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
De Barros takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T3##CL2#
De Barros fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Golovkin, pushing him back against the cage.
Good body shot from Golovkin.
Golovkin scores with a shot to the side of De Barros's head.
De Barros tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Golovkin just stands there and leans against the cage.
Golovkin lands a nice shot to the body. #BC#
Golovkin manages to break the clinch.
Golovkin changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Golovkin ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Golovkin listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#CUT#
It looks like Bernardo De Barros has been cut.
De Barros on the wrong end of a nice jab.
De Barros shoots in and drives through. Golovkin sprawls well.
Golovkin went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Golovkin throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Golovkin shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. De Barros eats them both and turns towards Golovkin to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook 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!
De Barros shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Golovkin as he jumps to the side.
De Barros takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#T4#
De Barros gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
De Barros is looking to clinch.
No luck with that takedown attempt from De Barros.
Golovkin lands a right hook to the body.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Decent striking displayed by Golovkin there.
De Barros moves out of range as Golovkin strikes.
Golovkin digs a good hook to De Barros's body.
Golovkin scores with a body shot.
Golovkin waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract De Barros.
De Barros shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Golovkin misses with a jab to the body
#TD2#
and De Barros counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #ES#
Golovkin kicks off De Barros and gets to his feet.
De Barros drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Gennady Golovkin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
De Barros shoots in and drives through. Golovkin sprawls well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gennady Golovkin showed his dominance in that final round.
I think De Barros 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 Darius Henderson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Francis DeMontford scores the fight 28:29
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bernardo De Barros!
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Event:
SyFi 124
Date: Nov 04, 2018 |
#R1#
De Barros with a poor takedown
and Ahma counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
De Barros tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Ahma counters with a nice uppercut.
De Barros with a lazy takedown attempt
and Ahma counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps De Barros thinking.
Ahma scores with a crisp jab that stopped De Barros in his tracks.
De Barros misses with a takedown attempt
and Ahma counters with a lovely straight right hand!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernardo De Barros. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ahma stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Ahma wants it to stay on the feet.
Ahma looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
De Barros misses with a lunging right hand
and Ahma counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
De Barros slips under a jab.
Ahma stuffs the takedown attempt from De Barros. De Barros gets slowly back to his feet.
De Barros doesn't manage to clinch there - Ahma circles away.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
De Barros goes for a double leg but Ahma avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Ahma continues to drive forward.#TD#
De Barros shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. De Barros showed some decent athleticism there. #ES2#
Ahma manages to escape and get back to his feet! #T1#
De Barros changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ahma tries to avoid it but De Barros manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ahma to the ground. Ahma escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
De Barros tries to clinch but Ahma moves away
and Ahma counters with a slapping leg kick.
De Barros shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Ahma cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
De Barros has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Soul Supremacy Rio in the buildup to the fight.
De Barros shoots for a double leg takedown but Ahma sprawls well. He's pushed De Barros's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
De Barros takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
De Barros fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
De Barros shoots in for a double leg but Ahma sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Ahma lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Ahma lands a jab.
Ahma misses with a body kick.
Ahma changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
De Barros misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T2#
De Barros fails with the takedown
and Ahma counters with a left and a right that stings De Barros.
De Barros is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
De Barros has his takedown stuffed
and De Barros takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Verneri Ahma is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
De Barros takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Ahma scores with a nice body kick.
Ahma lands a right hook to the body.
De Barros tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ahma swats him away and circles back towards the center.
De Barros doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Ahma counters with a body kick.
Nice sprawl there from Ahma as De Barros shoots in.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from De Barros.
De Barros is breathing heavily.
De Barros with a poor takedown
and Ahma counters with a stiff right hand.
De Barros with a lazy takedown attempt
and Ahma counters with a straight right hand.#T3#
De Barros shoots in for a double leg but Ahma sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Ahma paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Ahma lands a jab to De Barros's midsection.
Ahma throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
De Barros has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Ahma.
A solid leg kick lands there for Ahma.
Nice body punch from Ahma.
Bernardo De Barros seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
De Barros tries to clinch up
and Ahma counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Ahma moves into range and connects with a jab.
De Barros gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Ahma counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
De Barros walks into a left hand.
Ahma lands a slapping body shot.
De Barros walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#ROC2#
De Barros is rocked!#T4#
Both fighters circling a little - Ahma finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
De Barros on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
De Barros misses with a takedown
and Ahma counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Nice uppercut lands for Ahma. That snapped De Barros's head back.
Ahma thuds his shin into the meat of De Barros's side.
Ahma throws a right and a left that De Barros avoids nicely.
De Barros fails with the takedown
and Ahma counters with a straight right hand.
De Barros takes one on the button.
De Barros fails with the takedown
and Ahma counters with a nice uppercut.
Oh De Barros is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
De Barros closes the distance and clinches up with Ahma, looking for a takedown. De Barros pushes Ahma against the cage but Ahma circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
A little jabbing left from Ahma on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
De Barros seems to have got his legs back now.
De Barros gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Ahma connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ahma scores with a kick to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Verneri Ahma dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Ahma thows a body kick. De Barros tries to catch it but that hurt him.
De Barros tries to clinch up
and Ahma counters with a stiff right hand.
De Barros gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Ahma counters with a nice uppercut.
De Barros misses with a takedown
enabling Ahma to counter with a crisp jab.
Ahma cracks the inside of De Barros's front leg.
Nice cross by Ahma.
Ahma steps in with a hook that catches De Barros right on the chin and knocks him to the floor! Ahma follows him down with more strikes and that's all she wrote! De Barros looks absolutely devastated.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Verneri Ahma!
Verneri Ahma is the new lightweight champion!
Verneri Ahma decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
SyFi 116
Date: Oct 14, 2018 |
#R1#
Stoddler jabs at De Barros's body.
Stoddler throws a combination that misses #TD#
and De Barros counters with a takedown into side control.
De Barros lands a few punches from side control.#SUB#
De Barros tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Stoddler 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.#SUB#
De Barros looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
De Barros taking a break here but Stoddler is having none of it and regains half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
De Barros wants to pass to mount but Stoddler is defending the position. #SUB#
De Barros is looking for a kimura here.
De Barros is looking to advance position but Stoddler won't allow it. #T1##SUB#
De Barros is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
De Barros is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Stoddler has managed to free his arm - good work.
De Barros throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #SUB#
De Barros is working for a submission of some sort.
De Barros missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Stoddler is looking for a sweep. De Barros is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
De Barros has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Stoddler won't allow De Barros to pass to mount.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. De Barros lands a nice short elbow.
De Barros is keen to just control but Stoddler is a slippery customer.
De Barros throws a strike but Stoddler avoids it easily and moves to full guard.#SUB#
De Barros is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Stoddler is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Stoddler has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
De Barros looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Stoddler wants to stand but De Barros has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
De Barros is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Stoddler is aware though and is defending well.#T3#
Stoddler stays in close to De Barros's body and controls the position.
Stoddler throws a big elbow that misses.
De Barros wants to sweep here but Stoddler controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
De Barros has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Stoddler can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Stoddler wants to control from the top but De Barros keeps moving. #SUB#
De Barros is looking for a triangle but Stoddler pushes his legs off easily.
Stoddler preventing the sweep.
Stoddler passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Stoddler controlling the position. #T4#
Stoddler's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Stoddler trying to control the action but De Barros is working from the bottom.
De Barros struggling a bit here.
De Barros tries to get back to half guard but can't.
De Barros is letting Stoddler control him for a moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
De Barros tries to bench press Stoddler off him but Stoddler keeps the position.
Stoddler taking a breather here.
De Barros prevents Stoddler from improving position.
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 Bernardo De Barros will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##CL#
De Barros clinches with his opponent.
De Barros fails to pull the fight into his guard.
De Barros tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
De Barros is trying to stall.
De Barros tries to pull guard but Stoddler holds him up against the cage and eventually De Barros drops back down to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernardo De Barros. That's going to take a lot out of him.
De Barros is trying to pull guard but Stoddler turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
The referee calls for Stoddler to work.
Stoddler pushes De Barros back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
De Barros jumps guard but Stoddler stands there with De Barros around his waist. De Barros gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Stoddler working some nice short punches in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stoddler lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Stalling in the clinch from Stoddler.
#BC2#
Stoddler pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Stoddler lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Stoddler stalks De Barros and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into De Barros's face. De Barros staggers backwards, shaken.#T1#
De Barros tries to close the distance and clinch but Stoddler swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
De Barros looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Stoddler ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Stoddler fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Nice sprawl there from Stoddler as De Barros shoots in.
Nice body punch from Stoddler.
De Barros takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Stoddler throws a shot to the body.
Stoddler keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Stoddler appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Stoddler keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Stoddler's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Stoddler duly obliges. #CUT2#
It looks like Bernardo De Barros has been cut.
Stoddler has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Stoddler's jab looks to have found its range, popping De Barros under the eye.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Stoddler lands with an uppercut that bounces De Barros off the cage and back into range.
Stoddler ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Stoddler lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
De Barros shoots in but Stoddler avoids the takedown attempt easily.
De Barros will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#T2#
Stoddler thumps De Barros with a low kick.
De Barros doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Stoddler misses with a wild combination.
Stoddler scores with a body shot.
#CL#
De Barros closes the distance and clinches.
Stoddler stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Stoddler lands on the inside with an uppercut.
The referee calls for Stoddler to work.
De Barros jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Stoddler walks away with a smile on his face. De Barros gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
De Barros shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from De Barros.
Stoddler scoring well with a low kick there.
Tud Stoddler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Stoddler stuns De Barros with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T3#
Stoddler dips to his left and cracks De Barros with an uppercut!
Stoddler jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
De Barros misses with a takedown attempt
and Stoddler counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Stoddler throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
De Barros takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Stoddler's jab looks to have found its range, popping De Barros under the eye.
A nice combination there by Stoddler.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
De Barros shoots in for a takedown but Stoddler shows good takedown defense.
Stoddler throws out a counter right but De Barros avoids it with no problem.
De Barros drops his hands momentarily and Stoddler takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
De Barros shoots for a double leg takedown but Stoddler sprawls well. He's pushed De Barros's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
De Barros gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Stoddler connects with a body shot.
De Barros takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Stoddler changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Stoddler.
Stoddler uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before De Barros has time to react.#TD#
De Barros shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. De Barros showed some decent athleticism there.
De Barros trying to mount his opponent but Stoddler defends it. #T4#
De Barros is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Stoddler reverses the position - he's now on top in De Barros's guard. #SUB#
De Barros is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Stoddler defends well.
De Barros looking for a sweep. Not yet De Barros, not yet. #SU2#
Stoddler gets to his feet. De Barros looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
De Barros closes this distance looking for a takedown but Stoddler circles away.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
De Barros takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Good shot there by Stoddler.
De Barros doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
De Barros misses with a takedown attempt
and Stoddler counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Stoddler fakes the leg kick and cracks De Barros in the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tud Stoddler showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Bernardo De Barros's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R3#
Stoddler dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Stoddler stuns De Barros with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A right-left combo lands from Stoddler.
Jab from Stoddler.
De Barros slips under a jab.
Stoddler chopping away at his opponent's legs.
De Barros fails with a takedown attempt.
Stoddler looks to score with a jab to the body but De Barros is just out of range.
Stoddler lands a nice looking body shot.
Stoddler misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from De Barros.
De Barros attempts a counter takedown but Stoddler avoids it well and moves away.
Stoddler scores with a decent looking hook.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Stoddler keeps the fight on the outside.
A countering left hand to the body from Stoddler misses.
Stoddler throws a hook but De Barros avoids it easily.
De Barros looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
De Barros doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Stoddler counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Stoddler misses with a few strikes there.
De Barros tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Stoddler lands a nice shot to the body.
#T1#
Stoddler scores with a shot to the body.
De Barros shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Stoddler sprawls well. Stoddler wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. De Barros gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernardo De Barros. That's going to take a lot out of him.
De Barros on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Stoddler is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down De Barros rather than just go for the knockout.
Stoddler fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
De Barros has his takedown stuffed
and Stoddler counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
De Barros tries to clinch up but Stoddler circles away and keeps his distance.
A nice side step and Stoddler releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
De Barros shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Stoddler sprawls well. Stoddler wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. De Barros gets slowly back to his feet.
Tud Stoddler is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
De Barros looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
The fight stays on the outside here - De Barros looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T2#
That kick from Stoddler tenderised De Barros's leg. De Barros is trying to keep his angry face on.
Stoddler connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between De Barros's hands.
Stoddler jabs De Barros to the body, keeping him at a distance.
De Barros needs to keep his hands up - Stoddler had a free shot at his head there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Stoddler keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Stoddler misses the shot to the body.
Stoddler displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from De Barros.
Nice takedown defense from Stoddler. No joy for De Barros on that attempt.
Stoddler lands a slapping body shot.
Stoddler connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed De Barros momentarily.
De Barros doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Stoddler tests De Barros's chin there with a solid looking shot.
De Barros slips a jab and a cross from Stoddler.
Stoddler bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of De Barros's head.
Stoddler has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Stoddler displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from De Barros.
Stoddler lands with a shot to the body. #T3#
De Barros walks into a left hand.
Stoddler throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
De Barros shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Stoddler but Stoddler pushes him off and we're back to square one.
De Barros fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
A nice side step and Stoddler releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Nice body punch from Stoddler.
Stoddler with a body punch. A glancing blow.
De Barros chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Stoddler can pounce on him.
Stoddler thuds a left hand into De Barros's body.
Stoddler throws a looping overhand right but De Barros ducks down to avoid it.
De Barros dives in for a single leg takedown but Stoddler sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Stoddler comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Stoddler lands with a cross.
Stoddler lands a right hook to the body.
#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD#
De Barros shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
De Barros trying to pass the guard but Stoddler defending well.
De Barros working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Stoddler's thigh. Stoddler counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Stoddler keeping full guard, as De Barros tries to pass.
De Barros content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Stoddler looking to control.
De Barros trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tud Stoddler really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Bernardo De Barros's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R4##TD#
De Barros shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than De Barros was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#SUB#
De Barros goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Stoddler rolls with the submission and now he's on top in De Barros's guard! Nice work there by Stoddler!
Stoddler engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
De Barros is looking for a triangle but Stoddler pushes his legs off easily.
De Barros trying to control the position.
#SUB#
De Barros working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Stoddler doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Stoddler manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stoddler wants to stand but De Barros is controlling his posture from full guard.
Stoddler seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #T1#
Stoddler trying to control the position from guard on top but De Barros is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
De Barros has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Stoddler can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
De Barros keeping moving, preventing Stoddler from controlling successfully. #SUB#
De Barros looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Stoddler has picked De Barros up and slammed him! De Barros can't keep hold of the triangle and Stoddler manages to pass to side control!#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Stoddler is looking to take a break and control but De Barros is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
De Barros is trying to improve his position.
Stoddler remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
De Barros manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
De Barros looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
De Barros working over Stoddler with some ground and pound. Stoddler looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Stoddler is trying to maintain the position but De Barros is very close to passing his half guard.
De Barros prevents Stoddler from improving his position.#T3#
De Barros is looking to advance position but Stoddler won't allow it.
De Barros stalling away here and it's allowed Stoddler to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
De Barros works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
De Barros is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
De Barros is looking to advance position but Stoddler won't allow it.
Stoddler wants to get back to full guard.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
De Barros is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Stoddler doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time De Barros. #SUB#
De Barros is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Stoddler is just riding it out for now. De Barros eventually gives up the hold.
Bernardo De Barros overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Stoddler is controlling De Barros's position as best he can from this difficult position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bernardo De Barros had his way with Tud Stoddler in that round.
The cut man is working on Bernardo De Barros'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. This is the final round!
#R5#
Stoddler tests De Barros's chin there with a solid looking shot.
De Barros fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
De Barros shoots in but Stoddler avoids the takedown attempt easily.
A little jabbing left from Stoddler on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Stoddler.
Stoddler stuffs the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernardo De Barros. That's going to take a lot out of him.
De Barros walks into a left hand.
Stoddler misses with a wild combination.
De Barros shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Stoddler as he avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stoddler throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
De Barros wants to clinch up but Stoddler keeps it at a distance.#TD#
De Barros looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#ES2#
Stoddler has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. De Barros has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#T1#
Stoddler stalling against the cage.
De Barros is trying to pull guard but Stoddler has him pressed against the cage.
De Barros fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Stoddler lands a left hand.
A right hook to the body lands for Stoddler.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
De Barros tries to pull guard but Stoddler holds him up against the cage and eventually De Barros drops back down to his feet.
Stoddler throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Stoddler throws a blind hook that connects with the side of De Barross head.
Stoddler lands a body shot in the clinch.
De Barros tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Stoddler just stands there and leans against the cage.
Stoddler lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Stoddler lands with a short shot to the head.
Nice body punch from Stoddler - that landed with a thud.
Stoddler lands a nice shot to the body.
Stoddler slowing the pace effectively.#T2#
Stoddler is pushing De Barros up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Stoddler lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Stoddler lands with a left to the head.
Stoddler lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A nice left hand lands by Stoddler.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
De Barros is trying to pull guard but Stoddler turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Stoddler is working De Barros over against the cage.
Tud Stoddler seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Nice body punch from Stoddler - that landed with a thud.
Stoddler lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down De Barros.
Stoddler lands a hook that snaps the head of De Barros backwards.
Stoddler lands with a short shot to the head.
Stoddler slows down the pace here.
#T3#
De Barros fails to pull guard.
A body shot lands from Stoddler.
De Barros is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
De Barros stalling in the clinch but Stoddler improves position.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Stoddler.
#BC2#
Stoddler's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Stoddler punishes De Barros's body with a nice straight punch.
Stoddler displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Stoddler lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Stoddler throws a big shot that misses.
De Barros misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Stoddler lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T4##TD#
De Barros closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Stoddler to the mat! Stoddler manages to get full guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
De Barros throwing strikes from guard but Stoddler blocks nicely.
De Barros trying to control but Stoddler is working from the bottom.
Stoddler pulls De Barros in close to his closed guard and prevents De Barros from doing any damage or advancing position.
De Barros is looking to pass into half guard but Stoddler pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Stoddler is in guard.#REVB##SUB#
De Barros throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Stoddler engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tud Stoddler comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Stoddler 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 45:48
Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 45:48
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 45:48
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tud Stoddler!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Tud Stoddler made sure he mentioned Fanatic ($125), along with how happy he was to win his fight.
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Event:
SyFi 107
Date: Sep 23, 2018 |
#R1#
Lorenzon misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from De Barros.
Lorenzon scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Lorenzon swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
De Barros tries to clinch but Lorenzon is having none of it.
Lorenzon let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
De Barros shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
De Barros with a lazy takedown attempt
and Lorenzon cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
De Barros takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
De Barros fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernardo De Barros. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lorenzon works De Barros's body with a nice hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Barros shoots for a double leg takedown but Lorenzon sprawls well. He's pushed De Barros's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Lorenzon is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
De Barros throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#TD#
De Barros closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Lorenzon's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lorenzon keeping moving, preventing De Barros from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Lorenzon working for a triangle but De Barros defends it easily.
#T1#
De Barros passes into half guard.
De Barros winds up and cracks Lorenzon with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
De Barros is looking to advance position but Lorenzon won't allow it. #SUB#
De Barros is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Lorenzon sees it coming and defends easily.
Lorenzon is looking to improve his position.
De Barros trying to control from half guard but Lorenzon is working away. #SUB#
De Barros in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Lorenzon tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from De Barros!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bernardo De Barros!
Bernardo De Barros retains his lightweight title!
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Event:
SyFi 98
Date: Sep 02, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
De Barros drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
De Barros passes Merlin's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Merlin is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
De Barros sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Merlin defending well though. #SUB#
Merlin is defending against the submission attempts here by De Barros.
De Barros looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
De Barros wants to lay and pray for a moment but Merlin keeps working.
Merlin controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
De Barros seems to be working for a kimura but Merlin defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
De Barros seems to be working for a kimura but Merlin defends the submission attempt.#T1#
De Barros tries to pass to full mount but Merlin defends it.
Merlin tries to roll over but De Barros keeps him under control.
Merlin is holding on to half guard well.#SUB#
De Barros is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Merlin tries to get to full guard but De Barros has control of the leg.
De Barros is looking to advance position but Merlin won't allow it.
Merlin gets full guard.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Merlin is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
De Barros stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Merlin swivels though and keeps the full guard.
De Barros is pushing down on Merlin's leg trying to pass to half guard. Merlin is fighting to maintain full guard but De Barros has managed to sneak the leg through.
Merlin wants to get back to full guard.
De Barros is thwarting Merlin's attempts to control the position.
Merlin is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but De Barros is staying active.
Merlin tries to get to full guard but De Barros has control of the leg. #SUB#
De Barros seems to be looking for submissions.
Merlin moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Merlin trying to control the position.
#T3#
De Barros stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Merlin swivels though and keeps the full guard.
De Barros wants to control from the top but Merlin keeps moving.
Merlin pulls De Barros in close to his closed guard and prevents De Barros from doing any damage or advancing position.
Merlin keeping full guard, as De Barros tries to pass.
Merlin seems keen to control De Barros's posture.
Merlin trying to control the position.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#SUB#
De Barros is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Merlin keeping full guard, as De Barros tries to pass.
De Barros wants to control from the top but Merlin keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
De Barros tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Merlin swivels and escapes.
De Barros darts in looking for a takedown but Merlin gets double underhooks and turns De Barros into the cage.
Merlin dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Merlin lands a really nice looking cross but De Barros seems unphased.
Nice straight punches there by Merlin. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Merlin.
Merlin stuffs the takedown attempt from De Barros. De Barros gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernardo De Barros. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A cross from Merlin lands.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
De Barros tries to move into range but Merlin moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Merlin swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
De Barros goes for a double leg but Merlin avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Merlin continues to drive forward.
De Barros takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Merlin connects with a jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Xavier Merlin dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
De Barros shoots in but Merlin avoids the takedown attempt easily.
De Barros shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Merlin throws a wild body kick that De Barros sees coming a mile off.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Merlin lands with a nice body punch.
Merlin leaves De Barros with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Merlin now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernardo De Barros. That's going to take a lot out of him.
De Barros fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
De Barros slips under a jab.
Merlin connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
De Barros looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Merlin lands a nice shot that snaps De Barros's head back.
De Barros ducks under a wild hook from Merlin.
De Barros shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Merlin as he jumps to the side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Barros fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Merlin uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from De Barros.
Merlin stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Merlin wants it to stay on the feet.
A jab lands there for Merlin.
De Barros walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#T1#
Merlin misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from De Barros.
Merlin scores with a jab. De Barros acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Merlin moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
De Barros takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Nice takedown defense from Merlin. No joy for De Barros on that attempt.
Merlin swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Merlin just misses with a punch to the body.
De Barros changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Merlin throws a leg kick which misses De Barros's front leg but catches the back leg as De Barros tries to avoid it.
Xavier Merlin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
De Barros shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
letting Merlin counter with a right hand.
Merlin throws a jab when De Barros was well out of range.
Merlin with a hook.
Merlin stuffs the takedown attempt from De Barros. De Barros gets slowly back to his feet.
De Barros fails to land the takedown.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Merlin dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#TD#
De Barros drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#T2#
De Barros stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Merlin swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Merlin looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Merlin is adopting a defensive guard.#SUB#
De Barros is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
De Barros trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
De Barros missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Merlin pulls De Barros in close to prevent any damage.
De Barros stopping the sweep attempt from Merlin.
De Barros being controlled here momentarily. #T3#
De Barros tries to free his leg and advance position but Merlin is retaining full guard.
Merlin pulls De Barros in close to prevent any damage.
De Barros wants to control from the top but Merlin keeps moving.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
De Barros passes into half guard.
Bernardo De Barros overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Merlin is holding on to half guard well.
Merlin is looking to improve his position.
Merlin 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.#SUB#
De Barros is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
De Barros wants to lay and pray for a moment but Merlin keeps working.
Merlin trying to control from the bottom.
#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Merlin is doing well to control the position and prevent De Barros from advancing to side control.
Merlin tries to roll over but De Barros keeps him under control.
Merlin slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Merlin being controlled here, momentarily.
De Barros throwing strikes but missing.
De Barros slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB#
De Barros is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Merlin is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Merlin is trying to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Xavier Merlin showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R3#
Merlin scores with a crisp jab that stopped De Barros in his tracks.
Merlin throws a right and a left that De Barros avoids nicely.
De Barros dives in for a single leg takedown but Merlin sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
De Barros closes this distance looking for a takedown but Merlin circles away.
Merlin has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
De Barros shoots in and drives through. Merlin sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernardo De Barros. That's going to take a lot out of him.
De Barros doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Merlin counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
De Barros with a poor takedown
and Merlin counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Merlin pushes De Barros away with a front kick.
Merlin lands with an overhand left.
De Barros with a lazy takedown attempt
and Merlin counters with a nice body shot.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Merlin, as that shot connected.
De Barros shoots and misses
and Merlin counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
De Barros takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Good exchange - Merlin coming out on top.
Merlin lands with a shot to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Merlin misses with a head kick.
Merlin throws the kick towards the body but De Barros avoids it.#T1#
De Barros has a takedown stuffed.
De Barros tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Merlin swivels and escapes.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Merlin! But no joy.
De Barros walks into a left hand.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Merlin!
Nice takedown defense from Merlin. No joy for De Barros on that attempt.
De Barros has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Merlin finds it's way round the side to connect with De Barros's head.
De Barros tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
De Barros ducks right into an uppercut from Merlin.
De Barros shoots for a takedown but Merlin saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#TD#
Merlin tries to sprawl but De Barros drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Merlin keeping control of the position.
Merlin is pressing down on De Barros's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Merlin has control of De Barros's left arm, preventing De Barros from doing any damage.
Merlin is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T2#
De Barros tries to get to full guard but Merlin has control of the leg.
Merlin tries to pass to full mount but De Barros defends it.
Merlin prevents De Barros from improving his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Merlin controlling the action here.#SUB#
De Barros looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
De Barros trying to control from the bottom.
#T3#
Merlin controlling the action here.
Merlin wants to free his trapped foot but De Barros is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Merlin takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
De Barros is looking for a sweep. Merlin is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Merlin perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB#
De Barros looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Merlin content to control rather than advance.
De Barros is trying to get back to full guard.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Merlin controlling the action here.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
De Barros shoots in for a takedown but Merlin shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Merlin looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Merlin swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Merlin throws a body punch but De Barros moves out of range.
Merlin fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. De Barros looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#TD#
De Barros scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Merlin tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but De Barros wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Merlin is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on De Barros's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Merlin is trying to control but can't.
Merlin tries to get to full guard but De Barros has control of the leg.
De Barros thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Xavier Merlin really dominated that round.
That's time! De Barros's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R4#
De Barros misses with a takedown attempt
and Merlin counters with a straight right hand.
De Barros shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Merlin as he avoids it easily.
Merlin throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Merlin throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent De Barros stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Merlin moves into range and connects with a jab.
De Barros fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernardo De Barros. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Merlin lands a two punch combo.
De Barros fails to land the takedown.
Merlin is clearly trying to counter these attacks from De Barros with a body shot.
De Barros avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Merlin lands a head kick. De Barros smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Merlin lands a really nice looking cross but De Barros seems unphased.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A telegraphed takedown attempt from De Barros is defended easily by Merlin.
De Barros looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Merlin lands with a nice body punch. #T1#
Nice shot by Merlin.
De Barros shoots in but no luck this time. #TD#
De Barros shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Merlin napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Merlin is looking for a sweep.
You can see the frustration on Merlin's face as De Barros controls the position. #SUB#
De Barros tries for a kimura but Merlin is defending well.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Merlin stops De Barros from passing to mount. #SUB#
De Barros wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Merlin, who protects the arm well.
Merlin is looking to regain half guard here but De Barros keeps moving and retains side control. #T2#
Merlin is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked De Barros off and has taken his back!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Merlin working for a choke but De Barros is defending well.
Merlin struggling to keep hold of the position.
De Barros breaks Merlin's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
De Barros stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Merlin swivels though and keeps the full guard.
De Barros trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Merlin manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
Merlin trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3##SUB#
Merlin avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
De Barros looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Merlin has picked De Barros up and slammed him! De Barros can't keep hold of the triangle and Merlin manages to pass to side control!
Merlin controls the position from side control.
De Barros is looking for a sweep.
Merlin trying to control the position but De Barros is working away.
De Barros tries to bench press Merlin off him but Merlin keeps the position.
De Barros can't do much from the bottom here.
Merlin is looking to take a break and control but De Barros is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
A lull in the action here.
De Barros is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Merlin controlling from side mount.
Merlin wants to control but De Barros is keeping him busy.
De Barros manages to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Xavier Merlin dominated that fourth round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R5#
Decent striking displayed by Merlin there.
Merlin will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Xavier Merlin seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Merlin scores with a shot to the body.
De Barros goes for a double leg but Merlin avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Merlin continues to drive forward.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Merlin! But no joy.
Merlin looks to land a right hand but De Barros moved out of range.
Merlin throws a jab when De Barros was well out of range.
Merlin displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
De Barros shoots in looking for a takedown but Merlin manages to keep the fight standing, pushing De Barros's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Merlin throws a half hearted mid kick.
De Barros takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Merlin leaves De Barros with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernardo De Barros. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
De Barros drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
De Barros trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Merlin pulls De Barros in close to prevent any damage. #T1#
De Barros won't allow Merlin to sweep him here.
Merlin managing to control the position.
De Barros wants to control from the top but Merlin keeps moving.
Merlin pulls De Barros in close to his closed guard and prevents De Barros from doing any damage or advancing position.
Merlin not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
De Barros missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Merlin looking to control.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
De Barros avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
De Barros darts in looking for a takedown but Merlin gets double underhooks and turns De Barros into the cage.
Nice defenses there by De Barros.
De Barros misses with a takedown attempt - Merlin sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Merlin lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
De Barros shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Merlin counters with a series of strikes. De Barros will be more careful next time no doubt.
De Barros defending well as Merlin loads up on a big left hand.
Merlin bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps De Barros's head backwards.#TD#
Merlin tries to sprawl but De Barros drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
De Barros is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Merlin is just riding it out for now. De Barros eventually gives up the hold.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Merlin is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3#
Merlin keeping hold of De Barros's head, controlling as best he can.
De Barros is pressing down on Merlin's thigh, looking to free his foot. Merlin is holding on for now.
Merlin makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Merlin.
De Barros stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Merlin swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Merlin seems keen to control De Barros's posture.
De Barros throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Merlin works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Merlin looking to hit a scissor sweep but De Barros is one step ahead there.
Merlin controlling the position.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Merlin keeping full guard, as De Barros tries to pass.
Merlin bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in De Barros's guard. #REVB##SUB#
De Barros working for a triangle but Merlin defends it easily.
Merlin trying to control the position from guard on top but De Barros is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
De Barros has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Merlin should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, De Barros has tightened it up now! Merlin should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 5, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Bernardo De Barros!
Bernardo De Barros retains his lightweight title!
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Event:
SyFi 88
Date: Aug 11, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
Marcelo shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
De Barros is looking to control Marcelo's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can De Barros avoid being mounted?
De Barros tries to get to full guard but Marcelo has control of the leg.
De Barros is looking to control Marcelo's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can De Barros avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Marcelo is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Marcelo wants to work for an arm triangle but De Barros is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
De Barros gets back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
De Barros working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Marcelo doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Marcelo manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
De Barros has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Marcelo can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T1##SUB2#
De Barros has his foot on Marcelo's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Marcelo works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
De Barros is looking for a triangle but Marcelo pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
De Barros looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Marcelo passes De Barros's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
De Barros wants to improve his position but Marcelo is controlling well.
#SUB#
Marcelo is working for a kimura but De Barros is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Marcelo is sneakily working for an arm triangle but De Barros sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
De Barros actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Marcelo is trying to work for a kimura but De Barros is defending well.
#T2##SUB2#
De Barros looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Marcelo wants to work for an arm triangle but De Barros is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Marcelo tries to pass the half guard into mount. De Barros knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
De Barros looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Marcelo is sneakily working for an arm triangle but De Barros sees it coming and defends easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
De Barros is pressing down on Marcelo's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Marcelo wants to pass the guard but De Barros is keeping the position.#T3##SUB2#
De Barros is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Marcelo defends well.
De Barros keeping full guard, as Marcelo tries to pass.
Marcelo is working hard here to advance position.
Marcelo passes De Barros's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
De Barros is looking for a sweep. Marcelo is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Marcelo uses his free foot to push down on De Barros's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for De Barros. #SUB#
Marcelo wants to finish this one by submission but De Barros is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Marcelo.
Marcelo fails to advance to De Barros's back.
De Barros is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Marcelo wants to take his opponent's back but De Barros doesn't allow it. #T4#
De Barros 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.#SUB2#
De Barros looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
De Barros is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Marcelo pulls his head out easily.
Marcelo is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for De Barros! #SUB#
Marcelo wants to finish this one by submission but De Barros is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Marcelo. #SUB#
Marcelo wants to finish this one by submission but De Barros is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Marcelo.
Marcelo moves to the back position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
De Barros tries to escape the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
De Barros just trying to survive but Marcelo is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Marcelo doesn't have the hooks in and De Barros manages to turn into his guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jorginho Marcelo dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2##TD#
Marcelo scores with a takedown into De Barros's guard.
Marcelo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
De Barros working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Marcelo doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Marcelo manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Marcelo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that De Barros can do to turn this around?
Marcelo forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
De Barros is defending against the submission attempts here by Marcelo.
#SUB2#
De Barros looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marcelo works his way into side control.
De Barros is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Marcelo tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T1#
De Barros tries to bench press Marcelo off him but Marcelo keeps the position.
Jorginho Marcelo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Marcelo goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, De Barros rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Marcelo's guard! Nice work there by De Barros! #SUB2#
De Barros drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Marcelo dives on top into guard.#REVR#
De Barros keeping full guard, as Marcelo tries to pass.
Marcelo is pushing down on De Barros's leg trying to pass to half guard. De Barros is fighting to maintain full guard but Marcelo has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Marcelo is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
De Barros looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T2##SUB#
Marcelo is looking for a kimura but De Barros is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Marcelo to get the leverage. #SUB#
Marcelo is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and De Barros defends it well.
De Barros wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Marcelo seems to be working for a kimura but De Barros defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Marcelo is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
De Barros looking for submissions off his back.
Marcelo tries to pass to full mount but De Barros defends it. #T3##SUB2#
De Barros looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
We've been hearing good reports from Marcelo's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
De Barros manages to get to full guard.
Marcelo tries to free his leg and advance position but De Barros is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
De Barros is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Marcelo rolls with it to try and escape but De Barros cranks on the arm and Marcelo is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:52 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bernardo De Barros!
Bernardo De Barros is the new lightweight champion!
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Event:
WeInSyd 22
Date: Jul 25, 2018 |
#R1#
Page stuffs the takedown.
Bernardo De Barros seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
De Barros fails with the takedown
and Page counters with a lovely shot to the body.
De Barros dives in for a single leg takedown but Page sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernardo De Barros. That's going to take a lot out of him.
De Barros tries for a takedown but Page circles away easily
and Page counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Page leaves De Barros with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Page let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
De Barros with a poor takedown
and Page counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Barros misses with a takedown attempt
and Page counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
De Barros tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Page counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from De Barros is defended easily by Page.
Page has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.#T1##CL2#
Page clinches up with De Barros and pushes him back against the cage.
Page softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#TD#
De Barros ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. De Barros no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB#
De Barros has his foot on Page's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Page works his way back into a safe position though.
Page trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Page content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
De Barros had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Page defends it easily.
Page trying to control but De Barros is working from the bottom. #SUB#
De Barros has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Page can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Page trying to control but De Barros is working from the bottom. #T2##SUB#
De Barros pushes a forearm under Page's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Page is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bernardo De Barros!
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Event:
SyFi 74
Date: Jul 08, 2018 |
#R1#
Sitsongrit is looking to chop away at De Barros's legs.
De Barros is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#TD2#
De Barros closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Sitsongrit to the mat! Sitsongrit manages to get full guard.
De Barros scoring with punches to the head and body.
De Barros passes easily into side control. Nice work.
De Barros has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
De Barros is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sitsongrit knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
De Barros wants to control but Sitsongrit is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
De Barros thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Sitsongrit takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
De Barros has knee on belly and moves into mount. #T1#
Sitsongrit stops De Barros from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Sitsongrit knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for De Barros on the ground.#SUB2#
De Barros jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Sitsongrit manages to avoid the submission attempt. #SUB2#
De Barros is trying to get an arm triangle but Sitsongrit is defending well. #SUB2#
De Barros has an Americana. Sitsongrit didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! De Barros is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if De Barros hooks up with any of them at the after show party.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Bernardo De Barros!
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Event:
SyFi 65
Date: Jun 17, 2018 |
#R1#
De Barros looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
De Barros uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Luther.
De Barros with the counter takedown but Luther avoids it easily.#TD2#
De Barros throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Luther was covering up waiting for the punch and De Barros finishes the takedown easily into guard.
De Barros landing with the ground and pound.
Luther is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB2#
De Barros thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
De Barros working some strikes from top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
De Barros drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and De Barros jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
De Barros passes into half guard.
Luther is trying to control but can't.
De Barros sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Luther is looking for a sweep. De Barros is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T1##SUB2#
De Barros is trying for a kimura here. Luther looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! De Barros wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bernardo De Barros!
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Event:
WeInSyd 13
Date: May 23, 2018 |
#R1#
Agnarsson moves into range and connects with a jab.
De Barros misses with a takedown attempt
and Agnarsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#TD2#
De Barros scores with a takedown into Agnarsson's guard.
De Barros passes into half guard. #SUB2#
De Barros is looking for a kimura here.
De Barros working the head and body with strikes. #SUB2#
De Barros is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Agnarsson defends it well.
De Barros moves nicely into side control.
Agnarsson wants to control but De Barros postures up.
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!#SUB2#
De Barros thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Agnarsson tries to bench press De Barros off him but De Barros keeps the position. #T1#
Agnarsson is not content to let De Barros control the position.
Agnarsson is trying to control De Barros's posture but De Barros avoids it.
Agnarsson is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because De Barros is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
De Barros tries to move into full mount but can't pass Agnarsson's legs. #SUB2#
De Barros has an Americana. Agnarsson didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! De Barros is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if De Barros hooks up with any of them at the after show party.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Bernardo De Barros!
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Event:
SyFi 40
Date: Apr 21, 2018 |
#R1#
De Barros tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mo was well out of range. Poor timing from De Barros.
De Barros throws a head kick that misses
and Mo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
De Barros takes a swing at Mo's ribcage but misses.
Mo throws an overhand right that lands on De Barros's shoulder, as De Barros tries to avoid the shot.
De Barros feinted with a counter takedown.
Mo closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
De Barros has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Soul Supremacy Rio in the buildup to the fight.
De Barros has a takedown stuffed.
De Barros tries to clinch
and Mo counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Mo scores with a crisp jab that stopped De Barros in his tracks.
Mo bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps De Barros's head backwards.
Mo throws an overhand right that lands on De Barros's shoulder, as De Barros tries to avoid the shot.
Mo connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#TD#
De Barros looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Mo!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
De Barros trying to control the position but Mo is working away.
Mo is trying to get back to half guard.#T1##SUB#
De Barros is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Mo has escaped the position, nice work there.
De Barros working the ground and pound but Mo is defending the strikes.
Mo is trying to improve his position.
De Barros works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
De Barros trying to control the position but Mo is working away.
Mo manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Mo manages to get to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
De Barros postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Mo is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of De Barros, into his guard. #REVB##T2#
Mo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. De Barros swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
De Barros looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Mo has picked De Barros up and slammed him! De Barros can't keep hold of the triangle and Mo manages to pass to side control!
De Barros tries to improve position but can't.
De Barros wants to control but Mo postures up.
De Barros manages to get back to half guard.
Mo trying to pass the guard but De Barros defending well. #SUB#
De Barros actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Mo is working for a submission of some sort.
#T3#
De Barros wants to get back to full guard.
De Barros is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
De Barros actively working from the bottom here.
De Barros tries to get to full guard but Mo has control of the leg.
Well, if Mo 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.
#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
De Barros tries to roll over but Mo keeps him under control.#SUB#
De Barros looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
De Barros wants to improve his position but Mo is controlling well.
De Barros won't allow Mo to pass to mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
De Barros is looking for a sweep. Mo is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
De Barros wants to control but Mo is keeping busy and won't allow it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Che Huu Mo will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
De Barros wants to clinch up but Mo keeps it at a distance.
De Barros tries to close the distance and clinch but Mo swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Mo let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#TD#
De Barros closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Mo quickly recovers to half guard.
De Barros prevents Mo from improving his position.#SUB#
De Barros is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Mo has managed to free his arm - good work.
Mo trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB#
De Barros is working for a submission of some sort.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Barros looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Mo won't allow De Barros to pass to mount. #T1#
Mo is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
De Barros is trying to work for a kimura but Mo is defending well.
De Barros trying to advance position but Mo counters by regaining guard.
Mo looking to control.
#SUB2#
Mo is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
De Barros chips away with some ground and pound.
Mo keeping full guard, as De Barros tries to pass.
De Barros trying to control the position from guard on top but Mo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Mo is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
De Barros trying to control the position from guard on top but Mo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mo tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Mo is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
De Barros pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mo is keeping the position for now. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
The fighters circling - Mo throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
De Barros has his takedown stuffed
letting Mo counter with a right hand. #T3#
De Barros misses with a lunging right hand
and Mo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#TD2#
Mo closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
De Barros is looking to regain half guard here but Mo keeps moving and retains side control.
Mo taking a breather here.
De Barros tries to bench press Mo off him but Mo keeps the position.
Mo really doesn't want to stay on the ground with De Barros. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
De Barros tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Mo presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Mo can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as De Barros is looking to escape. #T4##SUB2#
Mo working for a submission but De Barros is keeping him at bay.
Mo manages to capitalize on a mistake by De Barros to take his back!
De Barros is in bad spot here.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Mo lands a punch that was close to the back of the head but the ref thinks it's OK.
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!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
De Barros tries to roll but Mo sticks to his back.
Mo trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure De Barros doesn't escape.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Che Huu Mo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
De Barros moves away from the strike by Mo.
De Barros throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
De Barros with a poor takedown
and Mo makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
A decent looking cross lands there for Mo.
Mo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
De Barros closes the distance but Mo moves to the side
enabling Mo to counter with a crisp jab. #TD2#
Mo shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in De Barros's guard.
De Barros keeping moving, preventing Mo from controlling successfully. #SUB#
De Barros has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Mo is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for De Barros.
De Barros is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Mo is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
De Barros is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T1#
De Barros is trying to reverse the position but instead Mo has taken his back - oops!
A lull in the action here.
Mo is hanging on to De Barros's back as he tries to escape.
De Barros looking very determined here, making life difficult for Mo.
De Barros tries to escape the position.
#T2#
Mo slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Che Huu Mo has got the better of the ground game so far.
De Barros manages to reverse the position and now he's in Mo's guard. Nice work there by De Barros.
#SUB#
De Barros drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Mo dives on top into guard.#REVB#
De Barros keeping moving, preventing Mo from controlling successfully. #SUB#
De Barros is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
De Barros working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Mo doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Mo manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB#
De Barros looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T3#
De Barros 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.
Mo's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
De Barros working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Mo doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Mo manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
De Barros is looking to sweep but instead, Mo has passed into half guard.
Mo lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Mo not doing much here.
#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.
Mo wants to pass to mount but De Barros is defending the position.
Che Huu Mo is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Mo keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
De Barros wants to improve his position but Mo is controlling well.
Mo performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
De Barros gets back to full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Che Huu Mo comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Mo has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Francis DeMontford scores the fight 27:30
Judge Winston Howard scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Che Huu Mo!
Che Huu Mo bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
SyFi 32
Date: Apr 01, 2018 |
#R1#
Golovkin scores with a hook to the body. De Barros takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Jab by Golovkin.
De Barros tries to clinch up but Golovkin circles away and keeps his distance.
Golovkin stuffs the takedown.
Golovkin works De Barros's body with a nice hook.
De Barros tries to clinch up
and Golovkin counters with a nice uppercut.
Golovkin works the jab nicely.
De Barros fails with the takedown.
Golovkin cracks De Barros with a good jab.
Golovkin misses with a wild combination.
De Barros pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Golovkin comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Golovkin.
Golovkin cracks De Barros with an open hand slap.#T1#
De Barros tries to clinch but Golovkin is having none of it.
Golovkin looks to land a combination but De Barros avoids it well.
De Barros dives in for a single leg takedown but Golovkin sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Gennady Golovkin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bernardo De Barros.
Golovkin uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from De Barros.
De Barros misses with a wild body shot.
De Barros shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Golovkin pinned against the cage. Golovkin gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
De Barros has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Golovkin lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Golovkin lands with a right hand.
Good standup being displayed there by Golovkin as he connects with a hook.
De Barros tries to clinch but Golovkin moves out of range.
De Barros shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
De Barros takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
De Barros shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Golovkin counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#ROC#
De Barros is rocked!#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Golovkin paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
We've been told by Golovkin's head coaches at VEGAS Top Team [$550/week][6 ELITE+3 Exceptional] that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
De Barros slips a jab from Golovkin.
A jab from Golovkin finds it's way through De Barros's defenses.
De Barros is still on wobbly legs! Can Golovkin finish him?
De Barros tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Golovkin is able to avoid easily.
De Barros seems to have recovered his senses.
A lazy left from Golovkin finds it's target.
Golovkin scores with a crisp jab that stopped De Barros in his tracks.
De Barros has his takedown stuffed
and Golovkin counters with a straight right hand.
De Barros swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Golovkin throws out a powerful jab.
Nice sprawl there from Golovkin as De Barros shoots in.
De Barros doesn't manage to clinch there - Golovkin circles away.
Golovkin uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Golovkin scores with a jab to the head.
De Barros takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
#T3#
De Barros tries to clinch there but Golovkin circles away.
Golovkin thuds a left hand into De Barros's body.
Golovkin lands a nice looking body shot.
Golovkin thuds his right hand into De Barros's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Golovkin avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
De Barros closes the distance and clinches up with Golovkin, looking for a takedown. De Barros pushes Golovkin against the cage but Golovkin circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Golovkin thows a left - swing and a miss! #CL2#
De Barros clinches up with Golovkin and pushes him back against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Golovkin scores with a nice short uppercut.
Golovkin lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of De Barros backwards. #BC#
Golovkin breaks from the clinch.
Golovkin displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from De Barros.
Golovkin blocks the body kick.
Golovkin thuds his right hand into De Barros's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
De Barros wants to clinch
and Golovkin counters with a left to the body. #T4#
Golovkin lands with a right that hurts De Barros. De Barros looks to clinch but Golovkin throws a short knee that drops De Barros. This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch and Knee). Gennady Golovkin!
Gennady Golovkin is the new lightweight champion!
An out of breath Gennady Golovkin thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
SyFi 23
Date: Mar 11, 2018 |
#R1#
A jab from De Barros misses. #CL2#
MaGee has taken the fight to the clinch.
MaGee gets through De Barros's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
De Barros content to slow the pace in the clinch.
MaGee lands a left hand that snaps the head of De Barros backwards.
We've been hearing reports that De Barros has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
De Barros tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
A nice left hand lands by MaGee.
De Barros looking to stall.
De Barros takes a shot to the head.
MaGee lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#TD#
De Barros ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. De Barros no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
De Barros working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from MaGee. #SUB#
De Barros working for a triangle but MaGee defends it easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
De Barros working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. MaGee doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. MaGee manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
MaGee must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
MaGee postures up in De Barros's guard and throws a big left but De Barros blocks it. #T1##SUB#
De Barros is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
MaGee throws a big right hand that misses.
MaGee wants to stand but De Barros is controlling his posture from full guard. #SUB#
De Barros looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
MaGee stopping the sweep attempt from De Barros.#SUB#
De Barros throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
MaGee postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
MaGee is looking to work some ground and pound but De Barros has wrist control.#SUB#
De Barros throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T2#
MaGee working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
MaGee tries to stand but De Barros is controlling from the bottom. #SUB#
De Barros is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
MaGee postures up in De Barros's guard and throws a big left but De Barros blocks it.
De Barros preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB#
De Barros is looking for a triangle but MaGee pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
De Barros has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. MaGee doesn't defend quickly enough and De Barros has managed to lock this one up! Can MaGee escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to De Barros on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Bernardo De Barros!
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Event:
SyFi 12
Date: Feb 17, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
De Barros drives through with a takedown into guard.
De Barros won't allow Joints to get back to his feet.
Joints controls De Barros momentarily but De Barros frees himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
De Barros advances to half guard.
De Barros takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
De Barros trying to mount his opponent but Joints defends it.
Joints is trying to get back to full guard.
De Barros is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
De Barros is working to isolate an arm here. It's a telegraphed submission attempt but he's gone for it anyway - and he's got it! De Barros extends the arm and Joints is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bernardo De Barros!
Tieree Joints was interviewed post fight and said 'I saw where my opportunities were missed, and that is what I will work on. '.
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Event:
SyFi 5
Date: Feb 02, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
De Barros darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
De Barros passes to side control.
De Barros works to advance to full mount. Miller defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
De Barros controlling from mount. #SUB#
Miller has left one of his arms exposed and De Barros doesn't need a second invitation. He's isolated it and locked on a tight armbar. Miller screams and taps out, obviously in a lot of pain. Hopefully there isn't permanent damage to that arm.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bernardo De Barros!
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Event:
TWGC 19 (155lbs, D3): Finals - Round 2
Date: Dec 04, 2017 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Bernardo De Barros (ranked 6424 p4p, 474 weight class) and Augustine Tupper (ranked 7496 p4p, 0 weight class). Bernardo De Barros has the edge in experience - let's see if he can make that count tonight.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Bernardo De Barros! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Augustine Tupper!
The judges for this bout are Patrick Alders, Wagner Zegers and Aafke Stam.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
De Barros shoots in for a double leg but Tupper sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Tupper with the counter takedown but De Barros avoids it easily.
De Barros tries to close the distance and clinch but Tupper swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Tupper fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. De Barros sprawls well initially but Tupper persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: De Barros (0) vs (2) Tupper
De Barros wants to control but Tupper is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Still in half guard, Tupper seems content to control.
Tupper tries to pass to full mount but De Barros defends it.
De Barros gets back to full guard.
Tupper pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. De Barros is keeping the position for now.
De Barros escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tupper gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Barros escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tupper gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
De Barros throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tupper avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
De Barros is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Tupper defends well.
De Barros had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Tupper defends it easily.
Tupper trying to control the position from guard on top but De Barros is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tupper is pushing down on De Barros's leg trying to pass to half guard. De Barros is fighting to maintain full guard but Tupper has managed to sneak the leg through.
De Barros wants to improve his position but Tupper is controlling well.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
De Barros trying to control but Tupper postures up.
Tupper moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: De Barros (0) vs (5) Tupper
De Barros is trying to control Tupper's posture but Tupper avoids it.
De Barros is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
De Barros gets back to half guard.
Tupper slows the pace down in half guard.
De Barros regains full guard. Nicely done.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
De Barros keeping full guard, as Tupper tries to pass.
Tupper trying to control the position from guard on top but De Barros is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
De Barros had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Tupper defends it easily.
De Barros has his foot on Tupper's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tupper works his way back into a safe position though.
De Barros has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tupper can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
De Barros looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
De Barros working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tupper doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tupper manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
We've been hearing good reports from De Barros's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
De Barros has his foot on Tupper's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tupper works his way back into a safe position though.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
De Barros looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tupper is one step ahead there.
Tupper works a leg free and moves into half guard.
De Barros looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Tupper pushes past his half guard into mount! Score +3 for passing guard: De Barros (0) vs (8) Tupper
Tupper takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
De Barros working to try and regain half guard.
Tupper controlling from the full mount.
Tupper trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Tupper prevents De Barros from getting the reversal.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
De Barros sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Tupper is looking to take a break and control but De Barros is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tupper looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
De Barros actively working from the bottom here.
De Barros actively working from the bottom here.
Tupper is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, De Barros has managed to free his arm - good work.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
De Barros tries to roll over but Tupper keeps him under control.
De Barros is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tupper pulls his head out easily.
Tupper is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Tupper is looking to advance position but De Barros won't allow it.
De Barros is looking for a sweep. Tupper is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
De Barros trying to control here.
Tupper controlling the action here.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
De Barros trying to hold on to Tupper's head to control him but Tupper postures up.
Tupper prevents De Barros from improving his position.
De Barros looking for submissions off his back.
De Barros is looking for a sweep. Tupper is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Tupper looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Still in half guard, Tupper seems content to control.
De Barros is looking to improve his position.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
De Barros looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Tupper is looking to take a break and control but De Barros is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tupper passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for De Barros! Score +3 for passing guard: De Barros (0) vs (11) Tupper
Tupper avoids the attempt from De Barros to control.
De Barros is trying to escape the mount.
Tupper fails to take his opponent's back.
De Barros keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Tupper is looking to work his way around to De Barros's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Tupper prevents De Barros from getting the reversal.
De Barros regains half guard.
Tupper has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: De Barros (0) vs (14) Tupper
De Barros is in all sorts of trouble here.
De Barros is squirming around, avoiding Tupper's attempts to control the action.
Tupper controlling his opponent.
De Barros wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: De Barros (0) vs (17) Tupper
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Will Tupper go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Tupper patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Tupper working for a choke but De Barros is defending well.
De Barros rolls, trying to escape but Tupper keeps control of the position.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
De Barros rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
De Barros trying to control here.
Tupper is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
De Barros looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
De Barros is looking for a sweep. Tupper is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
De Barros is refusing to be controlled, as Tupper sits in half guard.
Tupper prevents De Barros from improving his position.
De Barros is working hard here to advance position.
De Barros is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tupper pulls his head out easily.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Tupper trying to pass the guard but De Barros defending well.
De Barros works his way to full guard. Good work.
De Barros is looking for a triangle but Tupper pushes his legs off easily.
Tupper pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. De Barros is keeping the position for now.
Tupper trying to control the position from guard on top but De Barros is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
De Barros has his foot on Tupper's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tupper works his way back into a safe position though.
De Barros wants to sweep but no luck.
De Barros has his foot on Tupper's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tupper works his way back into a safe position though.
De Barros is breathing heavily.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Tupper 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.
Tupper advances to half guard.
De Barros is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
De Barros looking for a kimura from the bottom but Tupper passes into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: De Barros (0) vs (20) Tupper
De Barros is trying to get back to half guard.
De Barros sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
De Barros actively working from the bottom here.
Well, if Tupper 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.
Tupper is thwarting De Barros's attempts to control the position.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
De Barros tries to roll over but Tupper keeps him under control.
Tupper content to control rather than advance.
Tupper tries to pass the half guard into mount. De Barros knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
De Barros gets full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
De Barros has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Tupper is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for De Barros. Score +3 for passing guard: De Barros (0) vs (23) Tupper
De Barros is not content to let Tupper control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
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Event:
TWGC 19 (155lbs, D3): Finals - Round 1
Date: Dec 03, 2017 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Yoji Amano (ranked 7302 p4p, 0 weight class) and Bernardo De Barros (ranked 6395 p4p, 465 weight class). Well, I have no idea who's going to take this one!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Yoji Amano! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Bernardo De Barros!
The judges for this bout are Patrick Alders, Radbod Blank and Saam Ante.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Amano scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Amano (2) vs (0) De Barros
De Barros is pressing down on Amano's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
De Barros is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
De Barros not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
De Barros wants to sweep but no luck.
De Barros is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Amano is aware though and is defending well.
De Barros has his foot on Amano's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Amano works his way back into a safe position though.
Amano trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now De Barros is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Amano (2) vs (2) De Barros
Amano looking to hit a scissor sweep but De Barros is one step ahead there.
De Barros trying to control the position from guard on top but Amano is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Barros stopping the sweep attempt from Amano.
De Barros stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Amano swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Amano 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.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Amano is working hard here to advance position.
Amano keeping moving, preventing De Barros from controlling successfully.
Amano is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Amano keeping moving, preventing De Barros from controlling successfully.
Amano working a defensive guard here.
De Barros looking to pass the guard.
De Barros wants to control from the top but Amano keeps moving.
My spies in Bigfoot Jiu-Jitsu inform me that De Barros has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Amano is adopting a defensive guard.
De Barros pushing down on Amano's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
De Barros prevents Amano from improving his position.
De Barros seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Amano does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
De Barros works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Amano (2) vs (5) De Barros
De Barros is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Amano has escaped the position, nice work there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Amano is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked De Barros off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Amano (6) vs (5) De Barros
De Barros turns into Amano and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Amano (6) vs (7) De Barros
De Barros is pushing down on Amano's leg trying to pass to half guard. Amano is fighting to maintain full guard but De Barros has managed to sneak the leg through.
De Barros is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Amano sees it coming and defends easily.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
De Barros is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Amano has managed to free his arm - good work.
De Barros wants to pass the guard but Amano is defending well.
De Barros is looking for a kimura but Amano is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for De Barros to get the leverage.
Amano looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Amano is looking for a sweep. De Barros is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
De Barros looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
De Barros seems to be looking for submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
De Barros is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Amano has managed to free his arm - good work.
Amano is trying to get back to full guard.
Amano actively working from the bottom here.
Amano wants to get back to full guard.
De Barros wants to lay and pray for a moment but Amano keeps working.
De Barros is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
De Barros is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
De Barros works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Amano (6) vs (10) De Barros
That's five minutes gone in the round.
De Barros tries to advance to mount but Amano denies him.
Amano regains half guard.
De Barros is taking a breather. Amano 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.
De Barros wants to work for an arm triangle but Amano is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
De Barros is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Amano doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time De Barros.
De Barros prevents Amano from improving his position.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
De Barros is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Amano doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time De Barros.
De Barros passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Amano (6) vs (13) De Barros
Amano tries to reverse the position but De Barros maintains control.
De Barros is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Amano to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Amano shrugs it off.
De Barros can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Amano is looking to escape.
Amano is working to get back to half guard.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
De Barros is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Amano is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Amano (6) vs (16) De Barros
Amano tries to roll but De Barros sticks to his back.
De Barros is working the back position looking for the choke. Oh, he's slid into an armbar! Beautiful transition and Amano taps out! Fantastic Jiu Jitsu from De Barros.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bernardo De Barros! |
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Event:
TWGC 19 (155lbs, D3): Rio de Janeiro Qu - R2
Date: Nov 25, 2017 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Paul Irvin (ranked 3169 p4p, 0 weight class) and Bernardo De Barros (ranked 6138 p4p, 513 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Paul Irvin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Bernardo De Barros!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Alexandre Firmino and Paulo Santos.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
De Barros tries for a takedown but Irvin circles away easily
and Irvin moves into the clinch.
De Barros tries to pull guard but Irvin won't allow it.
Irvin has dropped down and is working for a takedown. De Barros is trying to keep an underhook but Irvin manages to get the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Irvin (2) vs (0) De Barros
Irvin passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for De Barros! Score +3 for passing guard: Irvin (5) vs (0) De Barros
De Barros can't escape the position.
Irvin definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
De Barros is still trying to improve position.
Irvin wants to finish this one by submission but De Barros is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Irvin.
Irvin working for a submission but De Barros is keeping him at bay.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Irvin is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but De Barros is surviving well by controlling Irvin's body position as best he can.
Irvin is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but De Barros is surviving well by controlling Irvin's body position as best he can.
That's one minute gone in the round.
De Barros is looking to improve his position but Irvin isn't that keen on the idea.
De Barros wants to hold on but Irvin pushes him away.
De Barros regains half guard.
Irvin is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. De Barros doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Irvin.
Irvin wants to work for an arm triangle but De Barros is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
De Barros wants to get back to full guard.
De Barros is pressing down on Irvin's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Irvin trying to control the position from guard on top but De Barros is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Irvin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. De Barros swivels though and keeps the full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
De Barros bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Irvin's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Irvin (5) vs (2) De Barros
Irvin can't keep his opponent in guard - De Barros advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
De Barros wants to pass the guard but Irvin is defending well.
De Barros wants to work for an arm triangle but Irvin is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
De Barros is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
De Barros is working for a kimura but Irvin is defending it quite comfortably.
De Barros seems to be working for a kimura but Irvin defends the submission attempt.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
De Barros seems to be working for a kimura but Irvin defends the submission attempt.
Irvin looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
De Barros trying to mount his opponent but Irvin defends it.
The fighters are battling for position here. Irvin manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Irvin escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. De Barros gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
De Barros drops back looking for a leg! Irvin is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Irvin manages to kick De Barros off! De Barros jumps back into Irvin's guard.
De Barros wants to control from the top but Irvin keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Irvin looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
De Barros trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
De Barros is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Irvin throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
De Barros stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Irvin swivels though and keeps the full guard.
De Barros passes into half guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Irvin is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of De Barros's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take De Barros's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Irvin (9) vs (2) De Barros
Irvin controlling well, preventing De Barros from escaping the position.
Irvin doesn't have the hooks in and De Barros manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Irvin (9) vs (4) De Barros
Irvin not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
De Barros pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Irvin is keeping the position for now.
Irvin throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
De Barros trying to control the position from guard on top but Irvin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
My spies in Bigfoot Jiu-Jitsu inform me that De Barros has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Irvin is looking for a triangle but De Barros pushes his legs off easily.
De Barros stands and throws Irvin's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Irvin (9) vs (7) De Barros
De Barros has hold of Irvin's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Irvin tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - De Barros cranks the arm and Irvin screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Irvin, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Bernardo De Barros! |
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Event:
TWGC 19 (155lbs, D3): Rio de Janeiro Qu - Round 1
Date: Nov 24, 2017 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Dick Caunt (ranked 4669 p4p, 0 weight class) and Bernardo De Barros (ranked 6047 p4p, 504 weight class). Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Dick Caunt! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Bernardo De Barros!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Mauricio Rocha and Felipe Paraventi.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
De Barros shoots in for a takedown but Caunt shows good takedown defense.
Caunt keeps the fight on the outside.
De Barros doesn't manage to clinch there - Caunt circles away.
De Barros tries to clinch but Caunt moves out of range.
Caunt seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
De Barros tries to close the distance and clinch up but Caunt swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Caunt avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Caunt seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Caunt keeps the fight on the outside.
Caunt wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
De Barros tries to clinch up but Caunt circles away and keeps his distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Barros wants to clinch up but Caunt keeps it at a distance.
Caunt avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Caunt tries to counter by moving into the clinch but De Barros manages to circle out of the way.
De Barros misses with a takedown
and Caunt counters by clinching up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
De Barros tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Caunt just stands there and leans against the cage.
Dick Caunt has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bernardo De Barros.
Caunt has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but De Barros regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Caunt (2) vs (0) De Barros
De Barros has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Caunt can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
De Barros looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Caunt slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
De Barros is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Caunt engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Caunt knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for De Barros on the ground.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
De Barros looking for a sweep. Not yet De Barros, not yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
De Barros looking for a guillotine here but Caunt defends easily.
Caunt content to stall in guard here.
De Barros looking for a sweep. Not yet De Barros, not yet.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
De Barros is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
De Barros looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Caunt has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Caunt controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Caunt works a leg free and moves into half guard.
De Barros is looking to improve his position.
De Barros keeps trying to improve his position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
De Barros actively working from the bottom here.
De Barros actively working from the bottom here.
De Barros looking for submissions off his back.
De Barros gets back to full guard.
De Barros is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Caunt's corner is telling him to maintain position.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Caunt avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
De Barros looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Caunt avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
De Barros is looking for a triangle but Caunt pushes his legs off easily.
De Barros has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Caunt can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
De Barros looking for subs off his back but Caunt has passed one foot through into half guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Caunt in particular looking to stall.
De Barros is looking for a sweep. Caunt is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
De Barros moves into full guard.
De Barros looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
De Barros controls Caunt momentarily but Caunt frees himself.
De Barros is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
De Barros is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Caunt is aware though and is defending well.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
De Barros has his foot on Caunt's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Caunt works his way back into a safe position though.
De Barros has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Caunt doesn't defend quickly enough and De Barros has managed to lock this one up! Can Caunt escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to De Barros on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Bernardo De Barros! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 01, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
De Barros shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Byers's guard.
Byers is looking to stand up but De Barros isn't so interested in that idea.
Byers might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Byers really is a fat lump.
De Barros pushes down on Byers's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Byers keeping hold of De Barros's head, controlling as best he can. #SUB2#
De Barros maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Byers could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but De Barros has cracked it and Byers is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by De Barros!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bernardo De Barros!
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